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Fit for Halter Podcast

Welcome to the Fit for Halter Podcast! We’re here to bring practical content and community for the amateur halter exhibitor.

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061 | MarkWest Denim and Whitney Lloyd

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2025/06/23

If you’ve ever struggled to find a pair of jeans that truly fits and functions when you’re riding, you’re going to love this episode. We sat down with Whitney Lloyd, founder of MarkWest Denim, to talk about the jeans she couldn’t find — so she made them herself.After years in the saddle and just as many years frustrated with the options on the market, Whitney set out to design the perfect pair of riding jeans for women. No fashion background — just horse sense, grit, and an eye for detail. The

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060 | Initial Impressions by HWS

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2025/06/16

From show pen to stitch line, we’re talking all things custom cowboy hats with the talented Heather Werkema Smith of Initial Impressions by HWS!Heather joins us to share how her lifelong love of horses, shaped by her amazing family, led her on a winding journey through the show world—and ultimately into the art of designing one-of-a-kind cowboy hats. What started as a side hustle has become a thriving business built on bold creativity, precise craftsmanship, and a passion for helping people express

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059 | Horse Hauling with MJK Quarter Horses

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2025/06/09

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Ashley Koeller of MJK Quarter Horses—a trusted name in horse transportation from coast to coast. Ashley shares how she and her husband Mike built a business and team of drivers rooted in care, communication, and commitment to the horses in their trailer.We dive into what it takes to earn trust in the hauling world, logistics, gear, and emergency prep, stories from the road and life on the move, and tips for prepping your horse for a smooth haul.

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058 | AQHA Leveling Changes and Halter

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2025/06/04

In this episode, we dive into the recent AQHA rule changes that are making an impact—especially for halter exhibitors. Joined by AQHA leaders Scott Newman and Sydney Reynolds, along with industry advocate Kelley Wainscott, they break down what these updates mean, why they’re happening, and how they impact the leveling and competition structure. This episode gives you the clarity you need straight from the source.From the goals of the leveling program to the exciting new incentives—like cash awards

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057 | LK Tack Shop with Kim & Karli

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2025/05/19

LK Tack Shop has been a staple in the Chicagoland area for 36 years. We get to meet the mother-daughter team, Kim and Karli Franklin, who own and operate LK Tack Shop in Monee, Illinois. They stock boots, supplies, tack, supplements, blankets, and the latest in Western fashion. They like to say "if we don't have it, you don't need it"!We discuss the ins and outs of running a family business and how the shop has created a community for local equestrians. They talk about their favorite products

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056 | APHA Judge, Leader & Trainer - Kelly Chapman

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2025/05/05

Kelly Chapman took time at a recent show to share her insight as a trainer, judge, and lifelong horse woman. She's been an APHA professional horsewoman for more than 30 years, holds multiple judges cards, and was named the Paint Professional Horsewoman of the year in 2018. Kelly and her husband Rob operate Chapman Horse and Livestock, they have 2 children, and she enjoys the traveling that comes with being a judge. Kelly shares her training philosophy and how she works with her clients to improve

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055 | DIY Rockstar Duo

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2025/04/21

In this crossover episode, we meet JJ and Jamie Ross, better known as the "Ross twins". They are consistently at the top of the APHA Honor Roll with their all-around geldings, Call Me a Cowboy and DaddySleepsToMuch. These twin sisters travel together, have distinct roles when they hit the show grounds, and finish each others sentences. JJ and Jamie explain their weekly rhythms and the discipline required to stay in shape. They share their grooming tips, workouts, travel habits and a few tips for

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054 | Lonestar Nurse Mares

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2025/04/14

In this episode I’m joined by Maryann and Alex, the owners and founders of Lonestar Nurse Mares, a unique business that provides nurse mares—surrogate mothers—to orphaned foals in need. When a young horse loses its mother, survival can be uncertain. That’s where Lonestar steps in, offering not just a lifeline, but a nurturing connection that can mean the difference between life and loss.We talk about how this work started, the challenges and ethics around nurse mare programs, and the incredible

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053 | Stable Savers

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2025/04/07

In this episode we meet Chase Parrish, entrepreneur and founder of Stable Savers. Chase Parrish has been around horses his entire life and comes from a family that’s heavily involved in the pleasure industry. He knows what we need to bring out the best in our horses!Chase created Stable Savers to help horse owners save money on the products we use on a regular basis. He launched Stable Savers about a month ago and is building his team of well-known brands. Stable Savers is a membership club

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052 | Bisel Quarter Horses

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2025/03/31

In this episode, we meet Justin Bisel of Bisel Quarter Horses. He was raised in a halter horse family and in the early 2000’s to 2019 he was fully immersed in the horse world as a trainer. He transitioned somewhat recently to the financial world as an advisor and today, he’s taking a few outside training horses including halter horses. Justin brings a great mix of skills as a trainer, a WCHA carded judge, and APHA and AQHA specialty halter carded judge. He shares insights on the conditioning,

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051 | ProElite Feeds

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2025/03/24

In this episode, Russell Mueller, Senior Marketing Manager with ProElite Feeds, brings us a master class on nutrition, performance, and the latest in industry trends. He is an equine nutritionist and marketing specialist with a life-long career in the horse feed business.Outside of work he's an amateur stock horse exhibitor so he has a deep understanding of what it takes to fuel top-performing horses. He breaks down the science behind ProElite’s high-quality formulas and how they help horses

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050 | Halter Down Under

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2025/03/17

Scott Meyers is from New South Wales, Australia and has been involved with horses most of his life. He’s the owner of Meyers Quarter Horses and has been part of the quarter horse scene for about 35 years. Former AQHA judge and current President of the Halter Breeders Group who is working on building the halter-bred horses in Australia with a show model that looks similar to the Breeders Halter Futurity. He has a beloved band of broodmares and stands two Quarter Horse stallions. He shares his

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049 | Halter in Canada

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2025/03/10

In this episode we meet Chuck Williams, owner of Williams Show Horses in Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada. With 40 years in the stock horse business, Chuck brings wisdom and insight about his program, the Canadian halter climate, and his outlook on the global halter industry. He explains his approach to fitting his show horses and how to grow a solid client base. We discuss long-distance travel, access to shows and the value of a family-run business. He credits several folks from the halter industry

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048 | The Real MVPS - The Women Behind Two Trainers

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2025/03/03

In this episode we’re pulling back the curtain and getting the inside scoop from the real MVPs behind the scenes - the wives of two of our very own halter horse trainers - Mary Robertson, wife of Tom, and Fallen Cooper, wife of Clint.These women have raised children, established their own professional careers, and walked alongside their husbands through the highs and lows. They know the sheer passion and hard work it takes to succeed in this industry. But what’s life really like as the woman

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047 | Layover at Allen Quarter Horses

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2025/02/24

In this episode, we’re talking with Dawn Allen who owns Allen Quarter Horses along with her husband, Kent. They operate a premier equine layover facility designed to keep traveling horses comfortable, safe, and well-cared for. We'll discuss what makes a great layover stop, how to reduce stress for horses on the road, and why these facilities are a game-changer for equine transportation.When you're transporting horses across the country, finding the right place to rest along the way is crucial. We

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046 | The Trainer-Client Relationship

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2025/02/17

In this episode, we explore one of the most important yet often overlooked aspects of success in the halter industry—the trainer-client relationship. This isn’t just any trainer-client dynamic. We get to hear about the unique bond between a professional trainer and a family team—a husband, wife, and their daughter—who are all deeply invested. How does a trainer juggle the different personalities, goals, and expectations of an entire family? What challenges arise when family members work together

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045 | Preparation & Presentation with Clint Fullerton

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2025/02/10

Clint Fullerton is someone who truly embodies excellence in the halter industry. He is not only a respected judge but also a legend in the field, with years of experience evaluating and shaping the standards of halter competition.In the halter world, success isn’t just about having a great horse—it’s about preparation, practice, and attention to every detail. From fitting and presentation to mastering the art of showing your horse, every top exhibitor knows the real work happens long before

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044 | Clint Cooper Equine

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2025/02/03

In this episode, we get to know Clint Cooper, a young entrepreneur with a strong presence in the halter pen. He credits his family and many legends in the halter industry for investing in him. He recently launched his training facility called Clint Cooper Equine, located in Collinsville, TX. Our community has the privilege of joining him to hear his vision for the future. A WCHA judge, trainer, husband, and dad to two young children, we are fortunate to get a few minutes with him to hear his

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Ep 043 | Painted for Success Futurity

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2025/01/27

In this episode, I have the opportunity to introduce you to the husband and wife team behind the Painted for Success Weanling Futurity. Chad and Kayla Slayton are the founders of this weanling halter futurity that’s helping shape the future of our industry. This niche futurity with just two classes includes generous payouts and high-end prizes.Painted for Success is designed to showcase exceptional young stock, reward dedicated breeders, and raise the bar for competition in the halter

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042 | Dalton Collins Auctioneer

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2025/01/20

There are dozens of ways for people to engage with our industry and probably hundreds of professions that our fellow exhibitors represent. In this episode we’ll take a look at the role of an auctioneer. Dalton Collins, of DC Auction is with me for a conversation about his own program as well as a few facets of the auctioneer business and how it relates to our part of the world. We talk about the art and skill of auctioneering, what it takes to run a sale, and a few tips for auction buyers and

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