Episodes

  • The Power of a Dream Realised with Melissa Galloway

    The Power of a Dream Realised with Melissa Galloway
    Jan 6 2026
    Melissa Galloway has become one of New Zealand’s brightest lights in international dressage — a rider whose determination and love for her horses have taken her from humble beginnings to the world stage.

    As New Zealand’s highest-ranked dressage competitor, Melissa’s journey reached a new height at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, where she and her beloved horse Joey (Windermere J’Obei W) set a national Grand Prix record. Yet behind that achievement lies years of unwavering belief, overseas training, and a partnership built on trust and time — since Joey was just two years old.

    Now in her early thirties, Melissa stands at a remarkable turning point. To have already represented her country on the Olympic stage is both a milestone and an opening — a doorway to what comes next. The experience has not only affirmed her place among the world’s elite riders but also expanded her vision of what’s possible, both for herself and for New Zealand dressage.

    In this episode, we talk about the path that led her there — the highs, the lessons, and the quiet moments in between. We explore what it takes to stay true to yourself when new doors begin to open, and how purpose, presence, and heart continue to guide her forward.

    Resources:
    Connect with Melissa Galloway: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_gallowaynz
    Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rramossport
    Follow along on the journey: https://www.pernillehogg.com/podcast
    Music produced by Melissa Parris
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    52 mins
  • The Importance of Inner Alignment with Wendy Murdoch

    The Importance of Inner Alignment with Wendy Murdoch
    Dec 27 2025
    For over three decades, Wendy Murdoch has been guiding riders toward a deeper, more embodied understanding of themselves — and their horses. As the creator of Ride Like A Natural, founder of the SURE FOOT® Equine Stability Program, and a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner, Wendy’s work bridges the worlds of science, somatics, and horsemanship.

    In this conversation, Wendy shares how true mastery in riding begins within — by awakening awareness, balance, and the effortless flow that arises when body and mind move as one. Her own journey, sparked by a life-changing riding accident, led her to explore how healing, re-patterning, and conscious movement can transform not just how we ride, but how we feel and connect.

    Together, we explore the mysteries of alignment, asymmetry, and the nervous system’s role in creating harmony in motion. Wendy shows us that becoming the best rider we can be isn’t about control — it’s about becoming a willing instrument: sensitive, centred, and alive to every moment with our horse.

    Resources:
    Connect with Wendy Murdoch: https://murdochmethod.com/
    Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rramossport
    Follow along on the journey: https://www.pernillehogg.com/podcast
    Music produced by Melissa Parris
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    52 mins
  • A Master’s Touch with Jan Bemelmans

    A Master’s Touch with Jan Bemelmans
    Dec 9 2025
    A Reitmeister of rare calibre, Jan Bemelmans bridges the timeless wisdom of classical training with the demands of modern sport. From guiding national teams to Olympic medals to cultivating harmony between horse and rider, Jan’s lifelong devotion to the art of dressage has inspired generations.

    In this conversation, we explore the lessons behind his remarkable journey — the meaning of true connection, the evolution of the sport, and what it really takes to bring out the best in both horse and human.

    Resources:
    Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rramossport
    Follow along on the journey: https://www.pernillehogg.com/podcast
    Music produced by Melissa Parris
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    56 mins
  • The Spirit of a Life Lived with Horses with Susie Whitcombe

    The Spirit of a Life Lived with Horses with Susie Whitcombe
    Nov 25 2025
    Few lives could rival the adventure and artistry of Susie Whitcombe’s. A painter, a rider, a pilot, a race car driver, a wife and mother — and always, an equestrian at heart.Through every chapter of her life, horses have been her constant presence — grounding her, inspiring her, and reflecting the spirit that moves through her art.

    In this conversation, we explore how Susie’s love of horses has shaped her way of seeing the world — how the courage, freedom, and sensitivity of the horse mirror her own creative journey. Her paintings are not just depictions, but living expressions of experience, connection, and truth.It’s a story of adventure and artistry, of devotion and daring — and of a woman who has followed the horse as her guiding muse through every landscape of her life.

    Resources:
    Connect with Susie Whitcombe: https://www.instagram.com/whitcombesusie
    Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rramossport
    Follow along on the journey: https://www.pernillehogg.com/podcast
    Music produced by Melissa Parris
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    45 mins
  • Beyond the Arena: Five Olympics and a Lifetime of True Horsemanship

    Beyond the Arena: Five Olympics and a Lifetime of True Horsemanship
    Nov 11 2025
    From the green pastures of New Zealand to the great arenas of Europe, Bruce Goodin’s journey is one of quiet strength, enduring passion, and timeless horsemanship. A five-time Olympian now based in Sweden, Bruce has dedicated his life to the art of showjumping guided by countless horses, each one a teacher deepening his understanding of balance, respect, and the lifelong equestrian journey.

    Through triumphs and trials, including serious injury, he’s shown what true resilience looks like — returning to the saddle again and again with calm focus and unwavering love for the horse. In this conversation, we explore not only the great moments of sport but the subtler lessons, the ones that live between the fences, in the feel, and in the quiet dialogue that emerges when we learn to listen.

    Resources:
    Connect with Bruce Goodin: https://www.instagram.com/brucegoodinshowjumper
    Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rramossport
    Follow along on the journey: https://www.pernillehogg.com/podcast
    Music produced by Melissa Parris
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    54 mins
  • The Chronicler of Horses and Riders

    The Chronicler of Horses and Riders
    Oct 28 2025
    Few voices in the equestrian world carry such warmth and wisdom as Roger Fitzhardinge. Judge, teacher, writer, and storyteller, Roger has devoted his life to the horse and to the riders who seek connection with them.

    As he once wrote, “The horse must learn to trust the rider’s aids, to understand the language of balance and lightness, and the rider must learn patience enough to let that language grow.” These words capture the spirit of his work — reminding us that horsemanship is as much about heart as it is about skill.

    Resources:
    Connect with Roger Fitzhardinge: https://www.facebook.com/roger.fitzhardinge.1/
    Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rramossport
    Follow along on the journey: https://www.pernillehogg.com/podcast
    Music produced by Melissa Parris
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    56 mins
  • The Art and Soul of Steffen Peters

    The Art and Soul of Steffen Peters
    Oct 14 2025
    Few riders in the world embody quiet mastery the way Steffen Peters does. A six-time Olympian and one of the most respected dressage riders of our time, Steffen is celebrated not only for his extraordinary achievements in the arena, but for the artistry and soul he brings to every partnership.

    In this conversation, we explore the inner landscape of performance — how he balances the pressures of competition with the work of staying centred, what his horses have taught him about presence and resilience, and the wisdom that comes from a lifetime dedicated to the equestrian path.It’s a conversation about medals and moments, yes — but above all, about what it truly means to connect with a horse.

    Resources:
    Connect with Steffen Peters: https://www.instagram.com/speters_dressage
    Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rramossport
    Follow along on the journey: https://www.pernillehogg.com/podcast
    Music produced by Melissa Parris
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    55 mins
  • The Artist of Lightness with Rafael Soto

    The Artist of Lightness with Rafael Soto
    Sep 30 2025
    There are riders who train horses, and then there are riders who dance with them. Rafael Soto is one of the great classical masters of our time—a man whose riding doesn’t just follow the principles, but brings them to life with lightness, presence, and soul. From the traditions of the Spanish Riding School in Jerez to the international stage, Rafael’s work has touched the hearts of riders and audiences around the world—not only for its technical brilliance, but for the joy and harmony it awakens.

    To watch him ride is to witness art in motion. To speak with him is to be reminded that the horse is not just an athlete, but a partner, a mirror, and a friend. In this conversation, we begin to explore the deeper language of classical riding—where timing becomes feel, movements become music, and every gesture carries meaning.

    Resources:
    Connect with Rafael Soto: https://www.instagram.com/rafaelsotodressage
    Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rramossport
    Follow along on the journey: https://www.pernillehogg.com/podcast
    Music produced by Melissa Parris
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    46 mins