The Little Horse Big Conversation Podcast

During this weeks episode, Ross and Amy are joined by best-selling author of the book ‘Just Breath’ and international breathwork expert, Dan Brulé of Breath Mastery. Known as the ‘Bruce Lee of Breathing’ and the Godfather of Breathwork’ due to his expertise and authority in both the art and science of breathwork, Dan Brulé is a master of Pran Yoga and Chi Kung and facilitates events, retreats and training around the world. During this weeks conversation, Dan talks to us about his earliest experiences in harnessing the power of the breath and how his time as a deep sea diver in the US Navy and underwater medical rescue specialist presented life-changing experiences to for him to become the pioneer in breathwork that he is today. Alongside presenting the science and artistry of breathwork, from the physiological to spiritual, and it’s natural link to the nervous system, Dan, Amy and Ross explore the far reaching benefits that breathwork can bring to your horsemanship, from creating improved awareness and relaxation in the body to co-regulation in those around you. To find out more about the work of Dan Brulé, his international seminars, events and his breathwork training and certification programme visit his website at https://breathmastery.com/ - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean, Spotify and Youtube! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

Freshly returned from their international trip to Wisconsin in the United States of America to attend the monthly gathering of Horseman, Author and Poet, Nahshon Cook at Wild Rose Farm. Amy and Ross retell humorous tales, experiences of their trip and reflective thoughts of the weekend before visiting with Nahshon later in the episode to hear his thoughts, feelings and reflections on his gatherings with the horses that call him home. Nahshon Cook is a Horseman, Poet and Author of the books 'Being With Horses, 'Meditations From the Muck' and 'Horses See Us As We Are', all available online. To find out more about the work of Nahshon Cook, visit his social media profile on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nahshoncookhorsemanship - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean, Spotify and Youtube! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

This week, Amy and Ross sit down for a thoroughly enjoyable conversation with Yasmin Stuart, Equine Physiotherapist and founder of The Modern Centaurian Academy. During this episode, Yasmin talks us through what led her towards a career in Equine Physiotherapy and the direction her career has taken since, prioritising consensual feedback in relation to the horses body and ultimately how our own experiences are intimately linked to our ability to both recognises and empathise with equine discomfort. Reflecting on how one can show up for their horse by incorporating nervous system regulation in to daily practice through set rituals, Yasmin walks us through the creation of the Modern Centaurian Academy, her excitement of the postural and psychological benefits of scent work and enrichment before summarising the changes that she wishes to see in the equine industry To find out more on the work of Yasmin Stuart, visit https://www.yasminstuartequinephysio.com/ - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean, Spotify and Youtube! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

Are we creating a sustainable life? This week, Amy and Ross explore the topic of sustainability, yet not as you may think. In this episode, the duo explore the detrimental effects for both humans and equines as a result of living an unsustainable life. Drawing on experiences, observation and the leading science, Ross and Amy discuss what they are seeing within their respective professions, from an increase in metabolic issues and impact on behaviour, in the face of a changing and unpredictable world, continuing to explore further the human experience and the changes we can make for a step towards a sustainable life. - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

Joining Amy and Ross this week is author, journalist, classical horse trainer and founder of the Horse Boy Method, Rupert Isaacson. Born in London to Southern African parents with an expansive ancestral lineage, Rupert Isaacson is the best-selling author of ‘The Horse Boy’, ‘The Long Ride Home’ and founder of The Horse Boy Method, a science based intervention for Autism and ADHD that improves academic, behavioural and social goals through equine assisted methods focused on re-patterning the brain and calming the nervous system, combining movement and nature with horses. In a warm and genuine conversation, Rupert talks about his early-life experiences as a journalist and ancestral connections that paved the way to his experiences in shamanism from a young age, from the shape-shifting Bushman of Southern Africa to the the Shamans of Mongolia. Most famously told in his novel 'The Horse Boy' of Rupert's journey to the Sharmans of the steppe to heal his son, Rowan, we talk about how this experience changed his work with horses, how classical training has become pivotal to his equine-assisted programmes, and of course, how the awareness of autism has changed since Rowan began that journey. To find out more on the work of Rupert Isaacson, visit https://rupertisaacson.com/ , http:www/ntls.co and www.longridehome.com - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean, Spotify and Youtube! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

During the latest episode, your co-hosting duo bring the focus to the wide-reaching subject of equine pain, condensing this subject in to an informative and thought provoking conversation on the subject of pain. Together, Ross and Amy discuss some of the science behind what pain is, some of the physical and postural presentations you might see alongside the challenges faced as an equine professional and the broader considerations of the ethics involved. - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

This week Amy and Ross are talking canine, equine and the nervous system and are excited to be joined by Rose Waldrup of the Waldrup Somatic Method for canines. Founder of the Waldrup Somatic Method, a pioneering, nervous system based approach to working with dogs that shifts the focus from behaviour to regulation, the work of Rose Waldrup bridges somatic theory, neuroscience and the human-canine relationship to help dogs move from survival to safety and connection. During this episode they explore how behaviour can be misunderstood and is a reflection of the nervous system, the difference between training and regulation, how dogs mirror the nervous system of humans states and what this means for connection and the role of safety, consent and co-regulation in healing. The exploration and contrasts between the human, canine and equine nervous system that are explored in this episode are a sure-fire eye opener, whether your interest is humans, canine or equine. Rose regularly works with rescue dogs, high-arousal and shutdown cases, collaborating with shelters and organisations across the United States where she is based. To find out more on the Waldrup Somatic Method including free resources and courses visit www.waldrupsomaticmethod.com - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

Is there a hidden agenda behind our ridden decisions? With the potential to be one of the most controversial topics of recent episodes, Amy and Ross explore the ethics of intervention within our horses pathology and the motivation behind these decisions; where does the line sit on improving our horses quality of life for them or extending their working life for rider benefit? Ross and Amy get straight into the meat and grey areas with this weeks episode, not to be missed! - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

Celebrating our 1 year anniversary of the Little Horse Big Conversation Podcast, we are joined by equine researcher and hoof dissection specialist, Lindsey Field from The Study Of The Equine Hoof. Lindsey shares with us what first began her interest in the hoof dissections, her findings throughout the years and discusses contributing factors to care and management of the healthy hoof. To find out more on the work of Lindsey Field visit https://hoofstudies.com/ - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

Could dopamine be hijacking your mind? In this weeks episode, Amy and Ross discuss one of the most well-known neurotransmitters and it's relationship in shaping behaviour; dopamine. The duo discuss the role of dopamine in learning, how this can reinforce habits that keep us hooked on seeking those small 'hits, and most importantly, how we can hijack them back with a series of ways that can help you seek a more natural dopamine release and challenge those unhealthy habits. - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

During this weeks episode, Ross and Amy are excited to be joined by life-long horsewoman, research scientist and best-selling author of the book ‘Sacred Spaces, Dr Susan D Fay. This wholesome conversation with Dr Susan takes us through her early journey as a lifelong horsewoman, introducing us to the horses that shaped the trajectory of her career and the quest that led her to find the sacred space, the title of her best-selling book ‘Sacred Spaces’, and her work promoting communion of the horse with a blend of science and spirit. Together with Amy and Ross, Dr Susan discusses the challenges of a writer in a world of artificial intelligence, the kind of change needed within ourselves to better our horsemanship, and the announcement of her new and upcoming book series. Ross and Amy are pleased to be hosting Dr Susan for her first UK clinic in August 2027; stay tuned for details! To find out more on the work of Susan Fay visit https://www.drsusanfay.com/ - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

Within the horse world, whether we are horse owners, trainers, hoof-care professionals or bodyworkers, we are taught how to do things — the “right” techniques, the trusted methods, the proven systems. But what happens when those very methods start to limit us? In this episode, Amy and Ross explore both the benefits and pitfalls of working within structured modalities. When does guidance support the horse, and when does it box us in? If you've ever questioned whether you're following a formula or truly seeing the whole horse, this conversation will challenge and inspire your learning mindset. - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

This week Ross and Amy are joined by world renowned horseman and best-selling authors, Mark Rashid and Crissi McDonald. Mark Rashid is an internationally known clinician and bestselling author of sixteen books, known for his ability to work with the horse, instead of against them. Some of his titles include "Considering The Horse," "Horses Never Lie," and "For the Love of the Horse." Crissi McDonald is an award-winning author of five books, two of them about the horse and human bond. She travels with Mark and teaches clinics alongside of him, as well as being a Masterson Method Certified Practitioner. A flowing conversation that could of lasted for many hours more, Mark and Crissi visit with Amy and Ross about the importance of internal softness, the changes in horsemanship through the years and reveal a worldwide exclusive on their upcoming book release with Dr Steve Peters, "A Horse's Life". To find out more on the work of Crissi Mcdonald visit http://www.crissimcdonald.com To find out more on the work of Mark Rashid visit: http://www.markrashid.com and Considering The Horse, Mark Rashid on Facebook. - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

In Western culture, death, grief and loss are topics that are often left undiscussed due to cultural norms and the strong emotional ties they evoke in us, yet difficult conversations are often the ones that offer the most benefit. Recalling on their past experiences, Amy and Ross talk openly about their experiences with loss and we can better navigate grief, not just for ourselves, but the support we can offer to our horses. This insightful conversation highlights the different types of grief, how loss may effect behaviour and the development of attachment styles as well as providing ways to process heavier emotions and how to prepare during difficult times. - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

What can change when you are in the presence of love? In this wholesome conversation, Amy and Ross explore the concept of love; not the emotion as we perceive it, but love as regard, love as a frequency and love a state of being and the profound changes it can make in the connection to, not just our horses, but to ourselves as well. “Love is the quiet energy that tells a horse it is safe enough to show us the truth.” - Amy Mitchell - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

As the year draws to a close and we stand on the doorstep of a New Year, Amy and Ross reflect on what a year 2025 has been, personally and professionally, from the memorable moments and highlights through to the messy parts and testing times, both reflecting on the lessons learned and what they wish to take forward to a New Year. - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

This week Ross and Amy are delighted to be joined by Liza Kimble, founder of FTR® (Fascia and Trauma Release) EFTR®(Equine Fascia and Trauma Release). Liza Kimble began her professional journey with her innovative approaches to bodywork and trauma recovery inspired through science and nature, seeking wisdom from diverse healing traditions and integrating ancient modalities with contemporary scientific discoveries. This warming conversation brings both insight into the world of fascia, the wide-reaching effects that trauma has on the body and a deeper exploration into our own experiences. To find out more about Liza Kimble and her work visit https://www.lizakimble.com - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

Causality is the relationship between cause and effect, how the events that happen within our lives sometimes create that drop in the water that ripples in directions we never expected. Amy and Ross reflect as they share person events that have happened in their lives that has changed the trajectories of where there lives have led the to; of course, as causality continues, this is only part one! Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

This week Ross and Amy are joined by two special guests, Kate Lemon, Rewilding Delivery Manager from the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust and large herbivore and rewilding specialist, Rina Quinlan of Rina Quinlan Research & Rewilding Consultancy. In this auroch-sized episode, we delve into the public misconceptions that surround rewilding, the many benefits that rewilding can have on us as humans and our long-term management of equines, and of course, what equines can bring to conservation and rewilding projects across the world. To find out more on Kate and her work at the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, visit https://www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/ To find out more on Rina and her work at Rina Quinlan Research and Rewilding Consultancy, visit http://www.rinaquinlan.com or @rinaquinlan on Instagram. - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/

Does a facade hold merit or lack authenticity? As a professional who interacts with the public, be this face to face, through an on-line presence or any way that one my present themselves, we strive to uphold a professional standard, but what could those standards be, are they professionally valid or a false representation? Here, Amy and Ross talk about the balance of keeping it together whilst keeping it real. - Enjoyed listening to the latest episode? If so, please leave us a rating or review! Stream all episodes now on Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Podbean and Spotify! Keep up-to-date with Ross at htpp://www.rosscooperofficial.co.uk Keep up-to-date with Amy at https://www.areion.co.uk/