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Meredith Cherry & Apollo
The official podcast of The Centauride! Join your hosts Meredith and Apollo on their horseback journey around the USA. Topics include stories of their adventures along the road, horses, travel, guests of all kinds, recipes, and information about domestic violence.
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Meredith reads some short stories from her book series "Have Horse Will Travel" and adds some unscripted hilarity, er, commentary.
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What is your favorite season for horseback riding?
Apollo and I love to ride all year long, but when traveling across the country the weather can get in the way without some careful planning. In this episode, we discuss the strategies and limits of year-round horse travel.
Also, a training update!
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Just like any pet (or a car, or your own self), horses need routine care to keep them in top physical health. For an adventure horse like Apollo, though, taking care of his veterinary needs - whether routine or emergency - while traveling can get a bit tricky.
In this episode, Meredith and Apollo discuss the basics of horse health care and the special needs of an adventure horse.
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Apollo loves kids, and the feeling is mutual. We have lots of adorable stories to share with you in this episode!
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What does it take to prepare your horse for a big adventure? In this week's episode, Apollo and Meredith share about their training journey together.
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Apollo and his buddy Maverick have moved to a new pasture! They take host Meredith and special guest Dad on a tour of their new digs.
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Apollo has met thousands of horses across the country. Sometimes he makes a new best friend, and sometimes things don't go so great. Meredith talks about herd dynamics and how to introduce horses safely, and shares the story of Apollo's great escape..
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Hollywood loves a horse (and so do I, obvs). Is there anything more majestic than a horse running across the big screen? But in film after film, there are so many things that annoy any horseperson watching. Here are a few of my pet peeves (get it? because horses are ... nevermind).
Plus, a scene from trail riding with Apollo, meet friend of the show Rex, and an update on Meredith and Apollo's plans to continue their cross-country journey.
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It's our first simultaneous YouTube-version of the podcast! In this episode I introduce all of Apollo's horse friends, and share some tips for new horse owners. Want to see the video instead? Head over to my YouTube channel HERE
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Well, that was a strange year, wasn’t it? Things got a little crazy in my life, as they probably did for you too… but the good news is, it’s 2021 and the podcast is BACK! Woohoo! This episode is a not-so-brief update on what Apollo and I (well, mostly just I) have been doing for the last few months while not recording.
Apologies for the sound quality. Hang in there, it gets better about halfway through the episode.
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We’re back! Did you miss us? After an unscheduled break (because, 2020) your favorite horse travel podcast returns with another exciting interview… this time with Cathleen from “A Strange Request,” who has a lot of funny and interesting stories to share from her horseback journeys through England and Ireland.
About our Guest: Cathleen Leonard
I travel on horseback. It became a dream from the moment I first sat on a horse. In 2017 I rode 1000 miles from Scotland to Cornwall alone with one of my rescued horses. In 2018 I rode with my partner, Vlad, from Cornwall to Wales and all around Ireland on my other two rescued horses and my violin. Half way round we picked up a one-eyed mule near Limerick. I've written two books, one for each journey. We're currently stuck in Portugal with all our equines. We were due to set off in March to ride 3,000 miles across Europe to Romania but Spain went into lockdown and closed the borders the day we were due to set off. It's now too hot to travel on horseback and grass and water are scarce so we're staying in Portugal until the spring when we'll try to set off again.
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Book “Fiddler on the Hoof”
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Keeping Apollo healthy is my number one priority. Careful considering is necessary for everything he eats, everywhere he sleeps, every step he takes. Of course, accidents still happen – sometimes they are unpreventable – and this, too, requires a unique strategy when you’re traveling the backroads of America by horse!
What do I love as much as horses? Reading about horses! It’s a rare day that doesn’t include time with my nose in a book. Let’s talk about a few of my recent (and Apollo approved!) favorites.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
13:38 Eating for travel health
09:03 Playtime is the most dangerous part of the day
14:01 Safety on the road (keep off the grass!)
18:25 Social distancing before it was cool
21:19 The unavoidable
22:46 Horse books you should read
29:16 …and a bonus book review
32:44 Closing statements
33:25 End of episode
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Cavallo hoof boots
Trick Training for Horses by Bea Borelle
A Good Horse is Never a Bad Color by Mark Rashid
The Faraway Horses by Buck Brannaman
Strange Planet by Nathan W. Pyle
Stranger Planet by Nathan W. Pyle
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Over 8000 miles of walking is enough to get any horse in shape!
Of course, there is more to getting a horse in shape to do this kind of adventure, and keeping him that way for so many days (and years) and miles. In this episode, I’ll share with you Apollo’s fitness routine for getting ready and staying ready to accomplish this adventure.
Plus, we’ll hear from Karen of Equine Unlimited talks about her horseback journey through the Scottish isles with her rescue mare Connie.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
01:41 Preparing the equine athlete to perform safely
02:20 The biggest fitness challenge
05:04 Work hard, play hard, take a break
06:30 Spring training
09:16 Daily warm up and schedule
15:40 Differences from competitive endurance riding
18:06 Our 2020 fitness plan
20:54 Guest Karen Inkster talks about riding in Scotland
42:54 Closing statements
44:30 End of episode
About our Guest: Karen Inkster
After a 25 year gap in horse ownership I got a rescue mare Connie. She ended up having major behavioural issues, hence the reason I went on a 300km unsupported journey with her and my rescue collie Pip. Since then I got another horse, a Spanish Mustang who also has major behavioural issues which I am working through. I am passionate about being barefoot and bitless and I am currently setting up my own natural equine centre in Scotland where I will also offer long distance trail rides, camping in the hills.
My two rescue horses have taught me so much, I now have such a better understanding of equine behaviour and I am passionate about rehabilitating "problem" horses.
Equine Unlimited
The Deaf the Daft and The Ditsy
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Feeding a horse is simple, right? They eat grass.
Well, yes. But also, no. There are many, many things to know about horse nutrition, and especially when you’re feeding an adventure horse.
Rule #1: Don’t forget to pack some apples.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
01:25 Horses eat grass, how complicated could it be?
02:56 Proper horse nutrition is very important
04:52 The big problem of feeding Apollo during our journey
06:50 Why horses (usually) can’t change their diet from day to day…
14:32 … except Apollo does! (and why he’s just fine)
20:50 Apollo’s breakfast and dinner recipe
27:33 Treat time (do you know what a carrot sounds like?)
29:52 Adventure horses cannot be picky eaters
31:47 Closing statements
32:51 End of episode
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Happy belated birthday, Apollo!
Let’s celebrate Apollo’s safe return home, and his birthday too! He turned 12 in April. Do you know what age that would be in human years? In this “Apollosode” (get it? Apollo + episode!), we’ll talk about this and other interesting horse birthday stuff.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
00:32 He’s baaaaack
02:32 Celebrating Apollo’s 12th birthday
03:00 How does 12-horse-years compare to human age?
06:12 Apollo’s age through his training and the ride
11:48 Choosing an adventure horse (revisited) – the age factor
15:03 How a horse’s teeth reveal their age
18:23 Why horses need dentists, too
27:42 Closing statements
30:30 End of episode
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It’s not easy finding the perfect adventure horse to be your travel partner!
Season two is all about Apollo, and to kick it off, let’s talk about what qualities a good adventure horse requires.
Speaking of things that aren’t easy, stick around for the second half of the episode, when guest Angela Accomando talks about her journey to change the laws of New York state to make them better for domestic violence victims! She’s already succeeded to get one terrible law changed, and will be sharing just how she – an average citizen – was able to accomplish this!
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode (and the season!)
01:30 Apollo’s big news
03:37 Why Apollo?
04:44 How did I find Apollo?
05:48 What qualities does an adventure horse require?
07:08 Young… but not too young
07:33 Training level
08:12 Healthy as a horse!
09:29 Size matters
10:35 Conformation
12:20 Personal preference
13:11 Apollo wants to be everybody’s friend
15:11 Never “buy pretty”
15:42 Why I love to “drive” a mustang
17:54 Welcome guest Angela Accomando
38:52 Closing statements
39:55 End of episode
About our Guest: Angela Accomando
Hi! I'm Angela an Anxiety Coach & Certified Meditation Teacher I help Women calm anxiety so they can live a peaceful, happy life. I do this work because I want to help others manage their anxiety so they can move forward with their dreams. I came into this work myself when I suffered from debilitating anxiety for many years. After leaving an abusive marriage & almost losing a child, these tools are what have been my saving grace. I want to help others get through tough times and thrive.
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The big question of the moment – and, honestly, at any point in the ride – is where have we been and where are we going? (Yes, I know that’s two questions). With the uncertainties of travel restrictions and safety during this COVID-19 epidemic, that question is more relevant than ever.
Plus, special guest Lisa of Willow Domestic Violence Center joins us for a very informative conversation about domestic violence, including useful advice on talking with teens, helping victims, and fun ways you can help end DV in your community.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction
02:29 The original 2020 plan and how Coronavirus has affected this
03:41 Where we have been
04:45 Where we still have left to ride
06:02 How Apollo and I will get home at the end and what we’ll do next
07:27 Where I’m most looking forward to riding
10:01 Spread the word, help me find local hosts and helpers!
11:17 Welcome guest Lisa
12:09 Willow’s many wonderful services
18:43 Knowing what healthy vs unhealthy relationships look like... before unhealthy becomes dangerous
20:49 How to talk to teens about dating violence, effectively
24:08 How to help someone you’re worried about
26:21 How to help end domestic violence in your community
31:29 You are not alone
31:44 Conclusion
32:42 End of episode
About our Guest: Lisa of Willow Domestic Violence Center
Willow is the licensed residential and non-residential Domestic Violence Provider in Monroe County, New York. Services include a 24/7 hotline/textline, shelter, advocacy services, counseling, prevention education, etc. Willow is focused on being survivor centered and using a trauma informed approach.
For 13 years prior to being at Willow I worked in Higher Education in Monroe County. I talked with students every day about things like substance use/abuse, vandalism, assault, arson, rape, dating violence, stalking, disruptive community behavior, etc. When the position became open at Willow, I jumped at the chance to be on the other end of the spectrum of the issue!
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What it is, and even more ways to get help
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Apollo and I encounter dangerous, rude, and hostile drivers every single day. Whether we’re riding though a city or in the country, on a busy highway or a quiet dirt road, bad drivers are everywhere.
The five types of worst drivers are people who honk, people who yell, people who are impatient, people who drive too fast, and people who drive too close. Here are stories of the very worst of each of these five types of bad drivers that we have dealt with during the last 8,200 miles. Plus, the worst pedestrian!
Then we’ll talk about one of my favorite things… Zumba! Mary of Rhythms Fitness Studio joins us to talk about why Zumba is great for everyone, and to share a few fun travel stories of her own.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
01:21 The worst of the people who honk
04:27 The worst of the people who yell
08:10 The worst of the people who are impatient
15:44 The worst of the people who drive too fast
19:01 Bonus! The worst pedestrian
22:32 The very worst of the worst
27:43 Guest Mary talks about Zumba
38:54 Closing statements
40:19 End of episode
About our Guest: Mary of Rhythms Fitness Studio
After decades working as a manager within the California Community College system, I retired and decided to dance into my golden years! I had been in the Peace Corps in my youth and always loved Latin music and dance. So when Zumba came along I was immediately hooked. I have owned or taught at Rhythms for nearly a decade and love the movement and the joy it brings all of us.
Rhythms Fitness Studio
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Whether you are 1 or 100 years old, if you’re young at heart, this episode is for you! Guest Francine of Pixie Dust Fan joins us to talk about Disney horses, from Major in Cinderella to the real-life horses at the Disney parks that you can meet (and ride!). Then stick around for story time, when Meredith reads “Apollo’s Alphabet.”
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
00:45 Guest Francine of Pixie Dust Fan
02:42 Disney animated horses have changed through the years
04:23 Major and the three mice-turned-horses
05:22 Cinderella’s carriage was pulled by a unicorn
07:40 Disney pays attention to the details…
09:39 …while still making it fun for people who don’t care about those details!
10:32 The amazing live horses that work at the Disney parks
11:52 Are the live horses named for Disney characters?
12:30 The Headless Horseman’s horse at the Disney Halloween party
14:13 You can visit the horses at Circle D Ranch, next to Disney World!
16:19 Are the horses considered to be ‘cast members’ like other employees?
17:03 Disney pony rides, wagon rides, and more, at Fort Wilderness
19:03 About Apollo’s first book, “Apollo’s Alphabet”
19:52 Storytime! Meredith reads “Apollo’s Alphabet”
23:43 Find a coloring page, crossword puzzle, and more on www.centauride.org
24:49 Closing statements
25:22 End of episode
About our Guest: Francine of Pixie Dust Fan
I started my Pixie Dust Fan website to be able to share my love of all things Disney. The podcast was launched last year because I needed a way to bring MORE of that 'Disney Joy' in to my every day life. I share tips and tricks for planning the best vacation but I also help keep that magic alive for people in between visits!
Pixie Dust Fan's Website
Disney Chat With Pixie Dust Fan Podcast
Pixie Dust Fan's Facebook
Pixie Dust Fan's Instagram
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Confession time: I travel to eat. Sure, I have plenty of other good reasons for this ride, too. Food tourism, though, is a daily pursuit when I’m on the road with Apollo. In this episode, I share some of my favorite foods and food experiences from our travels, what Apollo likes for treats, and some surprising regional delights. Plus, Emily Davis, author of Damsel No More, talks about her inspiring story of healing from trauma with the help of horses.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
00:57 Interview with Emily Davis
10:50 Traveling to eat
12:09 Snack bars
13:01 Donuts
16:30 Ice cream
18:40 New Mexican cuisine
20:32 Seattle-style biscuits and gravy
21:45 New York City, foodie heaven
23:00 My food hobby
23:59 Hot dish
24:32 Lefse
26:14 Fried okra
26:32 Elephant ears
27:02 Idaho-style snow cones
27:59 All-you-can-eat fundraisers reflect the region: crab, rocky mountain oysters, lutefisk, spaghetti
30:19 Where is Apollo when I’m eating these things?
32:28 Apollo’s favorite foods
33:04 Recipes
34:16 Closing statements
35:04 End of episode
About our Guest: Emily Davis
After leaving an abusive relationship, I spent three years reconnecting with my power through connecting with horses as a trail guide in the mountains of Lake Tahoe. It was also a huge step for me to reconnect with my intuitive gifts that were blocked by all the trauma of the abuse I suffered. I spent many years learning how to clear my trauma, heal, and re-learn my magic and then documented part of that process in my book Damsel No More - download a free copy on my website!
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Butler County Donut Trail
Amish Crack
New York City “5 Best Foods”
Scotchies recipe
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Sleep is for the weak. Apollo and I ride all day and all night.
Just kidding. After riding for ten or fifteen miles each day, Apollo and I both need somewhere safe (and hopefully comfortable too) where we can rest at night. Every night. For all three years and 8,200 miles we’ve traveled so far. We’ve stayed with a lot of strangers, and in some pretty strange places. This week’s guest Amy talks about (the not so strange time) when we stayed with her in West Virginia, and about why you should put French fries on your salad.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
01:07 The minimum requirements for overnight: a fence, grass (or hay), and water
02:19 The kinds of places we stay (spoiler: it’s not always horse property!)
03:47 Strange but true problems from places we’ve stayed
06:09 Why I don’t camp or “just stop” on the side of the road
07:28 How I find places to stay
09:21 That awkward moment when a horse and rider ring your doorbell
10:53 What happens when I can’t find somewhere to stay?
11:44 The difficult lesson of learning to trust
13:30 How does Apollo the adventure horse feel about this?
15:46 The key elements to finding safe stops for 8,200 miles (so far…)
16:25 Guest Amy VanHorn
28:06 Closing statements
28:46 End of episode
About our Guest: Amy VanHorn
We (Meredith and Apollo) stayed with Amy and her family when we rode through West Virginia in July 2019. Due to a dangerous heat wave, we were forced to take shelter there for a week. Amy was a wonderful host, and kindly agreed to share on Have Horse Will Travel what it was like to have us as guests.
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Roads are not a safe place to ride a horse, but sometimes doing so is necessary. With a little preparation, though, road riding can be a (relatively) safe and enjoyable way to expand your riding horizons… without getting squished by a bad driver!
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
01:20 Why would anyone ride a horse on the road?
04:51 How do you choose a good road for riding?
06:20 Preparing with safety gear
09:48 Be able to call for help
10:34 Hoof safety for road riding
13:46 Training your horse to think and to trust
16:04 “Scary things are going to happen.”
16:51 A list of scary things Apollo and I have encountered
18:02 That one mailbox…
19:37 The time we were buzzed by a helicopter
22:21 The (first) time we rode next to a train
25:46 Scary dogs and scary people
31:18 “It’s a big game of chicken, and I’m stuck in the middle”: dealing with bad drivers
34:14 Closing statements
35:16 End of episode
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Yellow/reflective safety vest
Colorful quarter sheet
Colorful helmet cover
EquestriSafe: reflective tape and other safety gear
Clip-on red flashing lights
Helmet (Meredith’s favorite)
Mirror for helmet (Meredith’s favorite)
Leg holster for phone
Cavallo ELB hoof boots (Apollo’s favorite)
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One woman, one horse, and all the stuff we both need to journey on, day after day, in every kind of weather, through 48 states... What do we carry and how does it all fit?!
From pack weight and how to attach it all to the saddle, to what exactly is in each saddle bag and why, this episode will give you the answers to all your questions about our travel supplies.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
00:25 Intro
00:35 It all has to fit on Apollo
01:26 How much weight can one horse carry?
03:47 How much volume can one horse carry?
04:51 Why don’t I use a pack horse?
10:05 An overview of my saddle bags and supplies
10:52 Bag #1 - emergency and daily ride supplies
14:25 Water for me, water for Apollo
15:48 Bag #2 - Apollo’s feed supplements
17:55 Bag #3 - my layers bag
19:04 Bag #4 - camping and horse supplies
23:17 Bag #5 - my personal supplies including maps
29:19 My riding vest - all the stuff I can fit in my pockets
33:52 My PSA about carrying phones when riding
34:39 How do I keep my phone charged?
35:46 Closing statements
36:36 End of episode
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YouTube: What Apollo wears
YouTube: The Road Horse's Guide to SaddlingSome of our tack and gear:The following affiliate links help to support this podcast:Bridle
Saddle pad
Cinch
Bug sheet
Hobbles
Bell boots
Dry bags
Saddle bags
Riding gloves
Ultralight tent
Air pad
Down sleeping bag
Portable phone charger
Electrolytes (for humans)
Equine Weight Supplement
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It’s the episode you’ve been waiting for… where I answer all your biggest questions! From what Apollo and I like to eat to how we pick the route, it’s all in here. Plus, learn about my favorite hobby – mermaiding! – with special guest Mermaid Liberty.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
01:08 Diane asks: How is Apollo?
02:13 Pam asks: How do you pick your exact route?
04:31 Shelley asks: Where will you go this year, approximately? Do you need places to stay?
06:43 Laurie asks: How much trouble or ease have you had making contacts for places to stay?
08:07 Anonymous asks: What do you do in the winter?
09:58 Interview with Mermaid Liberty
11:26 What does it mean to be a mermaid?
12:53 How mermaiding can help with riding horses
16:13 When Mermaid Liberty swam with alligators
18:50 Mermaids help the environment
21:23 Mermaiding is for everybody!
23:44 How to become a mermaid
28:51 Casey asks: What has been your favorite local food you've tried on the ride?
32:55 Destiny asks: I know you have been able to attend a few fairs during your travels. Which has been your favorite and why?
35:36 Anonymous asks: Are you rich? How can you afford to do this?
36:59 Closing statements
37:50 End of episode
About our Guest, Mermaid Liberty:
My name is Davina Liberty and I am a professional Mermaid and founder of the school Mermaid Magick, as well as the Non-profit beach cleanup ground, Mendocino Mermaids. We enjoy the opportunity to allow artistic expression and imaginative play, while also promoting exercise and community involvement.
Mermaid Resources:
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Step One: Ask Apollo!
Riding over 10,000 miles through all the lower 48 states is not a simple matter of hopping in the saddle and riding off into the sunset(s). It took years of planning, daily flexibility, and a bit of magic to make it work. Oh, and of course a horse with excellent map reading skills.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
01:23 Pre-ride planning with maps
02:28 Why roads and not trails?
03:36 Looking at previous 48 state ride maps
07:00 Throwing out all my maps
08:14 Geographical distribution of resources
11:05 Finding places to stay each night, and how it has changed since I started
14:00 Step one: the big picture
15:03 Step two: mapping the end point for each day
17:09 Step three: choosing the roads to get there
20:35 The types of maps I use
22:56 Local advice
23:39 That time I rode Apollo on an interstate
28:21 Guest Peggy with the Bridge Network
31:14 Human trafficking victims - who are they and why?
36:17 What can be done to end human trafficking?
38:30 Where does trafficking happen?
38:42 How do you recognize a trafficking victim?
39:38 What can YOU can do to help end trafficking?
42:29 Closing statements
43:07 End of episode
About our Guest:Peggy Delgado Fava
I am the founder and Executive Director for Bridge Network Corporation, a nonprofit organization established in 2011 to provide resources for at-risk and Commercially Sexually Exploited Children/Teens (CSECT) out of the Sacramento County Juvenile Detention Facility and in the greater Sacramento region.
Bridge Network’s vision is to be a connecting conduit “or the bridge” between mentors, advocates, other service provider agencies and local community organizations. Our organization's key programs are centered around fostering positive and healthy relationships. Our goal is to motivate and inspire by offering hope and an optimistic approach to sexually exploited children and teens.
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What is Human Trafficking?
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Riding a horse around the country is pretty weird, I have to admit, but believe it or not, I’m not the first weirdo to attempt such a journey. Learn about the previous 48 state rides, and a few other “trailblazers” in long distance horse travel that inspired and informed me when I was preparing to do my ride.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode: What is a trailblazer?
1:07 LD endurance riding and backcountry outfitting, and why they’re different than long distance horse travel
2:22 What is long distance horse travel?
3:25 When horses were the only way to travel
4:40 The Oregon trail
10:10 The Oregon Trail by Rinker Buck
13:34 The US Cavalry handbook
16:56 The Overland Westerners
20:40 Frank Heath
25:15 Messanie Wilkins
30:58 The Three Mules
31:53 Unbranded
34:52 Closing statements
36:19 End of episode
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Bainbridge Island Historical Museum - The Overland Westerners
The Three Mules
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40 Million Hoofbeats by Frank Heath
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Thomas Edison once said “genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.”
I don’t know if our ride would be categorized as genius, but these two factors are the same. The idea to do this journey was quick and easy; the preparations to make it happen, however, took three years of hard work. The 3 keys to making my idea happen were research, maps, and training Apollo.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
00:57 A recap of the idea for the ride
01:20 Step One: Research. Is this ride possible, and how?
01:55 Who has done this sort of thing before?
04:22 The decision to ride on roads
05:30 Step Two: Mapping the 10,000 mile route
10:48 Arriving in Seattle: Time to reassess
11:37 Some things I learned on the way to Seattle
13:36 Backpacker lessons
15:09 Step Three: Training Apollo
15:53 Preparing Apollo for the unknown: shopping carts, strollers, school buses, and more!
18:52 Specificity and desensitization training
20:21 Trust training
21:18 The “touch it” game
23:21 The “look at it” game
25:04 Guest Melissa Ellis about Harmony Horsemanship
43:13 Apollo’s bonus verbal cues
46:18 Reflections: did the preparations pay off?
47:50 Closing statements
48:21 End of episode
About our Guest:
Melissa Ellis
I am a Level 3 Harmony Horsemanship Instructor and enjoy helping people develop an enriching partnership with their horses based on trust and communication. I own a farm in Southern Vermont and am the USA base for Lindsey Partridge’s Harmony Horsemanship. I enjoy every aspect of my relationship with horses but my heart is in Liberty and Bridleless work. I also enjoy Trick Training and Extreme Trail. I was Equine Affaires 2019 Reserve Champion in Versatile Horse and Rider Massachusetts and am looking forward to competing in the Trail Competition at Pennsylvania’s World Horse Expo and Equine Affaire Ohio’s International Liberty Horse Association ‘s competition. I absolutely love what our horses teach us on a daily basis and look forward to each and every moment I spend with them.
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Mesannie Wilkins’ book “The Last of the Saddle Tramps”
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What kind of weirdo would think it’s a good idea to ride a horse all over the country?
And what kind of horse would be willing and able to go along with that idea?
This episode seeks to answer these two frequently asked questions. Learn about Meredith’s horse life that prepared her for the journey, and her domestic violence story that motivated the journey. We’ll also discuss Apollo’s origin story, and how he found his way to Meredith.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
01:27 My childhood as a horse-crazy city kid
04:21 My parents finally admit that horses aren’t a phase
05:43 I go to college to study horses
09:35 I fall in love, and the early red flags
10:46 Why I gave up horses for 9 years
12:21 Teen dating violence, an interview with Nicole Rouhselang
23:24 My escape from abuse, and the decision to do this ride
26:11 Horse shopping, and how NOT to do it
31:29 Apollo’s parents and the story of his birth
32:25 Apollo’s second home
33:20 Apollo’s third home
34:34 Apollo’s fourth home… with me!
34:53 Initial training problems
35:39 Celebrating the podcast launch with a giveaway
36:38 Closing statements
37:22 End of episode
About our guest:
In December of 2018, Nicole Rouhselang’s stepdaughter Breana was sexually assaulted and then murdered by a classmate, in a tragic case of teen dating violence. She was only 17. Since then, Nicole has been speaking out about this all-too-common but little-discussed aspect of domestic violence.
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Breana’s story
Teen Dating Violence
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You heard that right; this episode is all about the best (real-life!) stories from our adventures on the road. Starting from Day 1, I’ve selected 14 of my favorite stories from the last three years of traveling with Apollo. All of the stories featured in this episode can also be found in my four collections of short stories, also titled Have Horse Will Travel.
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
01:23 Adventure Awaits
02:49 Tall Horse, Short Rider
04:25 Hail!
05:59 Ready for Anything
09:25 The Oregon Trail
11:54 Apollo’s Taste in Art
14:52 The Smallest Town
16:24 From Fright to Friend
18:51 Police Escort
21:36 Apollo Makes Himself at Home
22:55 Murshums
25:05 Sailor Apollo
27:26 Would You Sleep Here?
28:52 The Most Beautiful Ride
32:17 Celebrating the podcast launch with a giveaway
33:20 Closing statements
33:57 End of episode
Books mentioned in this episode:
Have Horse Will Travel 1: Pacific
Have Horse Will Travel 1: Mountains
Have Horse Will Travel 1: Heartland
Have Horse Will Travel 1: Great Lakes
Apollo’s Alphabet
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Welcome to Meredith and Apollo’s brand new podcast! Let’s get this adventure started with some introductions. Where are we riding, and why? And what the heck is a Centauride?
Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey, talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.
What to Listen For:
00:25 Introduction to the episode
00:31 The 101 on Apollo and Meredith’s ride so far
02:07 What to expect from this podcast
03:12 What is a Centauride?
04:09 Where have we traveled and where are we going next?
05:03 Why we are doing the ride: domestic violence, my experience, and some FAQs about abuse
07:57 Guest Tammy Coates
14:37 How to get help if you’re in an abusive relationship
15:32 About Apollo’s breed and origin story
19:09 Apollo’s diva quirks
19:45 Apollo’s friends
21:25 Apollo’s favorite treats
22:00 FAQ: What’s with the bells?
23:30 FAQ: Where do we ride?
25:00 FAQ: How far do we go in a day, and what is our schedule?
25:50 FAQ: Where do we sleep at night?
26:48 FAQ: How you can help us find safe stops
27:56 FAQ: How fast do we travel, and what is a typical day’s ride like?
29:09 FAQ: How do we stay safe in traffic?
30:07 How to ask us your FAQs
30:55 Podcast launch giveaway challenge details
31:55 About the next three episodes
32:47 Thank you to our Kickstarter backers
33:06 Closing statements
33:30 End of episode
About our Guest:
Our mission at the Kammy Mae Foundation is to not only assist in the fight against Domestic Violence, but also to provide resources and support to those who find themselves in a similar situation. We are here for the Survivors, the Fallen, families, and anyone else affected by Domestic Violence.
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What to say to 9-1-1 if your abuser might overhear
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