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Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle

Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle

Written by: Jen and Barb
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Welcome to Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle.

In the world of equine behaviour and training, there's a vast sea of information, research, and opinions that can sometimes make your head spin. It can be challenging to sift through it all and distinguish fact from fiction.

So, how do we navigate this?

Well, we've decided to tackle it head-on through candid, informative chats.

We dive deep into the critical topics, exploring different perspectives in an effort to reach well-informed conclusions.

Our podcast is your guide to understanding and dissecting tricky, and potentially dangerous topics of equine behaviour and training. We approach these subjects with a commitment to science, compassion, and constructive dialogue.

Join us as we demystify the world of horses, separating myths from realities, and empowering you with knowledge to foster a deeper connection with your equine companions.

Tune in to Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle and embark on a journey of discovery with us 🐴🎙️

© 2025 Jen Nash and Barbara Hardman (Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle) Biological Sciences Science
Episodes
  • "A Horse Without a Job, is Wasted"

    "A Horse Without a Job, is Wasted"
    Nov 12 2025

    Send Us Your Questions

    This was our very first episode back in September 2023, and I’m reposting it here because it’s super relevant to our newest episode!

    In this podcast, we try something a little different: a debate! If you’re familiar with debate club rules, one person must defend the topic and one must oppose it. We did this using the current research in the field and went head-to-head to hash it out.

    There are points involved, plus some hidden secret words we have to sneak in to earn bonus points!

    Debating topics in horse care and equitation is valuable. Jen and I do this for fun and learning, and we still love each other afterwards. Good learning comes from respectful debate and from exploring different ideas and research within the field.

    Meet Your Hosts

    Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
    www.brighthorse.ie

    📧barbara.j.hardman@brighthorse.ie ☎️+353 85 143 8688

    Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
    www.theequinemethod.co.uk

    📧 Info@TheEquineMethod.co.uk ☎️+44 7902920923
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    1 hr
  • "But They have A Good life..."

    "But They have A Good life..."
    Nov 7 2025

    Send Us Your Questions

    We’re back! Jen had the audacity to go and get married, and now I’m here editing this and complaining about her selfish behaviour… prioritising love over the podcast (how dare she!) 🤣

    It took us two hours to talk about this because it’s been way too long since we’ve recorded, so the chaos here is high and I refuse to edit more then I need to.

    Will these episodes get shorter? Maybe, Hopefully?

    Will they actually? Probably not. We just can’t stop.

    Enjoy the madness. References below. I definitely recommend “Tea and Consent”.

    References:

    “But my horse is well cared for”

    Can’t jump, won’t jump

    Tea and Consent

    Meet Your Hosts

    Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
    www.brighthorse.ie

    📧barbara.j.hardman@brighthorse.ie ☎️+353 85 143 8688

    Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
    www.theequinemethod.co.uk

    📧 Info@TheEquineMethod.co.uk ☎️+44 7902920923
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    1 hr and 54 mins
  • “Why Is Foraging Behaviour So Important in Horses?”

    “Why Is Foraging Behaviour So Important in Horses?”
    Nov 25 2024

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    In this episode, we take a closer look at the role of foraging in equine wellbeing. Horses are hard-wired to graze for many hours a day, so what happens when we limit or disrupt this natural behaviour?

    Barbara and Jen discuss their research, practical ways to support natural foraging, and how it links to emotional regulation, behavioural health, and performance. A must-listen for anyone wanting to support their horse’s welfare from the ground up.

    Meet Your Hosts

    Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
    www.brighthorse.ie

    📧barbara.j.hardman@brighthorse.ie ☎️+353 85 143 8688

    Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
    www.theequinemethod.co.uk

    📧 Info@TheEquineMethod.co.uk ☎️+44 7902920923
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    1 hr and 32 mins
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