Nicki Carson - Eventing TD, Dressage Judge and Corgi Lover!

This week Robby welcomes Nicki Carson. Nicki is a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist with Distinction, USEF "r" Eventing Technical Delegate and USEF "r" Eventing Judge. Along with her husband, David Taylor they run their business Elevation Dressage and Eventing out of Union Bridge, MD. Nicki shares some insight on what it takes to become an Eventing TD and some tips on what a Dressage Judge is looking for. Nicki is also owner of one of our favorite Corgis and 3 time Maryland Corgi Cup Champion, Elevation Zoe.  It was great catching up with Zoe and we are certain you will enjoy this interview!To follow Elevation Dressage and Eventing:www.dressageandeventing.comPlease support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby welcomes back returning guest Olympian Hawley Awad. Hawley was one of MLE's first guests from September 2018, She updates us on everything going on with Jollybo to her new horse, Levino in which they are aiming to compete in the upcoming Pan Am Games for Canada and then (fingers crossed) the LA Olympics. Her husband, Gamal joins the conversation and of course Robby lit up when he heard he is a bourbon fan. And what would an MLE interview with Hawley be without talking everything Philadelphia Eagles. Go Birds and Go Hawley!!!!Thank you to Frankie at Athletux for reconnecting us with Hawley.To follow Hawley:https://www.instagram.com/hbeventing/?hl=enPlease support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby chats it up with 4* Eventer and U25 Championship competitor Jack Curtis. Jack shares his story of growing up riding at a young age along side his twin brother to now being based in Europe with Tom McEwen. Jack is also a part of the U25 program and recently placed 6th individually at the Millstreet U25 Championships. We wish Jack all the best with his future plans with his two horses Luska Candy Clover and Cooley TopGun!To follow Jack's journey:https://www.instagram.com/jackcurtiseventing/?hl=enPlease support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know 3* rider and 3rd level Dressage rider Allie Anderson. Based in Wisconsin, Allie also holds her doctorate of Physical Therapy for humans. Allie offers unique services within her business from the PT background like therapeutic services for riders from training to evaluation to better skills from a biomechanics point of view. It was fun getting to hear Allie's story!To follow Allie's journey:https://www.instagram.com/adastraeventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know Mady Hsue. Mady is a young rider that grew up in Oregon and know lives on the East Coast where she recently graduated from University of Kentucky. Not only is an eventer competing at the 2* level but at a young age she runs her own media company, TidBits Media. It's not rare to see Mady out competing and working getting media content for her clients at the same event. It was fun getting to know Mady and we hope you enjoy too!To follow Mady and TidBits Media:https://www.instagram.com/tidbits.media/https://www.instagram.com/mlh.eventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know Eventer and Equine Bodywork Practitioner Tatiana Perez. Tatiana is a daughter if a Paso Fino trainer and always knew she wanted a career in the horse industry and has found her niche helping horses feel and perform at their best with her business Royal Hands Equine Services. Tatiana is certified as an Equine Myo-Manipulative Functional Therapist, Graston Technique Technician and an Kinesiology Tape Practioner. She gives us some insight on how to keep our Event horses feeling their best!To learn more about Tatiana and Royal Hands Equine Services:https://www.instagram.com/royalhandsequineservices/https://www.facebook.com/royalhandsequinemassage/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know Rebecca Barber Tyler. Rebecca is an Eventer, USDF Bronze Medalist and a USEA "r" Judge. She also runs her training and sales business, Jubilee Equestrian which is located in Charlottesville, VA. Rebecca has a thriving sales business that focuses on young horse prospects which includes imports and adult amateur type horses. It was fun getting to know Rebecca and hearing her story and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!To follow Rebecca and Jubilee Equestrian:https://www.facebook.com/jubileeeq/https://www.instagram.com/jubileeequestrian/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jubileeequestrianPlease support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know Alexa Weiss. Alexa is an Amateur Jumper rider but also the owner and mastermind behind her brand Euphoric Equestrian. Alexa shares how she grew up riding in California and took a break from riding after college only to miss it and got back into the show ring. She created her clothing brand for riders who wanted to look good in and out of the barn. After going to the Kentucky 5* Alexa is now hooked on Eventing and is looking forward to getting her brand out on the cross country course. Who knows....maybe we'll see Alexa out on course too!To learn more about Euphoric Equestrian:https://euphoricequestrian.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooH4jgFhM7gjT6qaolap54fBJhXUtWnER_eQU7duHdZ4LkyyTJzhttps://www.instagram.com/euphoricequestrian/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/EuphoricEquestrian/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby talks to returning guest Tracey Bienemann. They catch up on everything since Tracey's last interview with MLE in 2023. Tracey talks about her two exciting horses for the future Menlo Park and Venezuelan River (who just came back from a top 3 finish in the 4*L at Bromont). Tracey also talks about her love of Thoroughbreds and why she thinks they are needed to keep the future of Eventing alive! Thank you to Hannah Keegan for reconnecting us with Tracey.PC: Shannon BrinkmanTo follow Tracey's journey:https://www.instagram.com/tabeventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week Robby talks to Sarah Rajoy from LEGIS and answers our listeners Equine Insurance questions. Sarah is a competitor herself and also is a TD for events so she understands the needs and concerns regarding insurance for the Event horse. Sarah gives some great advice and we hope that you are able to learn more about equine insurance like we did!To learn more:https://legisequine.com/https://www.instagram.com/legisequine/https://www.facebook.com/LEGISEquine/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE