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The Touch of a Mustang

Shalyce Cluff | The Touch of a Mustang

Welcome to The Touch of a Mustang—a podcast exploring the powerful, healing bond between wild horses and humans. Each episode delves into how Mustangs guide us through transformation, emotional growth, and life’s challenges. Alongside horse-human connections, we explore personal growth, touching on resilience, emotional regulation, mindful parenting, and the wisdom found in nature. Through real-life struggles, deep reflections and inspiring stories, this podcast invites you to rediscover yourself,

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All Episodes

01:02:56

Do Horses Really Help? What the Research Says with...

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2026/02/26

Many of us who have spent time with horses understand that our time with them changes something about us. It's difficult to describe, to explain. Often, it's referred to as magic. I sit down with Dr. Leanne Nieforth who studies this very thing, to talk about what the research says. Do horses really help people and what is it that creates the change?Leanne Nieforth is an Assistant Professor of Human-Animal Interaction at the Center for the Human-Animal Bond at the College of Veterinary

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01:04:49

What it Takes to Truly Rescue a Horse with Rescue...

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2026/02/18

In this episode, we dig into the realities of horse rescue with Erin and Casey of Rescue Ranchito. What does it truly mean to rescue a horse? What happens behind the scenes after the excitement of a save from slaughter has passed? What does it entail to rescue an animal for life? We talk about the true costs of horse rescue, from the finances to the mental load. And of course, we visit about the powerful role Mustangs have played in the lives of these sisters. Rescue Ranchito, aims to transform

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00:56:16

How One Women Pursued Her Dreams of Mustangs while...

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2026/02/04

Sometimes, it's worth going for your dreams, even if they seem unreasonable and unwise from the outside looking in. In this conversation, I talk with Nicci Lynn an horse-loving entrepreneur, mom of eight, and Mustang enthusiast with a heart for America’s wild horses. She runs The Branded Bronc, a western-inspired apparel and embroidery business rooted in her love for the equestrian lifestyle. Nicole’s journey with mustangs, and with life, reflects a lesson she learned from her parents, who

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01:00:21

How Relationships are Built with Luke Reinbold |...

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2026/01/21

Luke Reinbold has spent the last twenty-five years learning about and becoming a better man because of horses. Beginning as a self-described impatient young man with an anger problem, horses have helped him learn a better approach to life. Luke has competed in Obstacle competitions, Ranch Horse, Versatility, Mustang makeovers, as well as making a living training horses and starting colts. Now Luke travels the country helping horses to be understood by teaching people to communicate in ways that both

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00:48:10

Taught How to Love Correctly by a Difficult Mustang...

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2025/12/30

Jimmy Wiseman, trainer and owner of 3Y Ranch & Rehab, shares the story of a Mustang who changed more than just his training approach. This horse reshaped his perspective on life, patience, and connection. In this episode, Jimmy discusses the lessons he learned from the wild horse, how it influenced the way he works with all horses, and the personal growth that came from embracing challenge and trust.Listeners will walk away with insights on building authentic horse-human relationships, shifting

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00:50:27

Saving Mustangs from the Hidden Slaughter Pipeline...

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2025/12/04

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Ashley Avis, director of Disney’s Black Beauty, filmmaker of Wild Beauty: Mustang Spirit of the West, and tireless animal advocate. We cover her inspiration behind these films and her current work with The Lost Horses Campaign to raise awareness about the horse slaughter pipeline in America.In this episode, Ashley shares:Her experience filming Black BeautyThe story and impact of Wild Beauty: Mustang Spirit of the WestThe realities of the horse slaughter

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01:33:24

She's Back! One Woman's Ride Across America with...

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2025/11/20

She did what most people only dream of! After six months on the trail, Patricia is back with us, full of stories from her epic adventure. Many of us lived vicariously through her, as she took on a daring journey from Mexico to Canada, with only a dog, a Quarter horse, and three Mustangs by her side. While we watched from our safe and comfortable homes, Patricia battled the cold, struggled to find water, encountered navigation challenges and the biggest of all, overcome any though of defeat. Patricia

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00:38:44

How to Come Back When You Become to Scared to Ride |...

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2025/11/06

In this episode, Shalyce shares her personal journey of fear, healing, and regaining confidence after an intense accident. Whether it followed a fall, a close call, or simply the weight of “what if,” fear around riding can creep in quietly—and take away the joy we once felt in the saddle.Through real experience and practical insight, Shalyce opens up about the moments she worked to over come fear and the small, intentional steps she used to rebuild trust with herself and her horse. If you’ve ever

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00:55:43

How Mustangs Can Change You with Jeff Cook | Episode 50

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2025/09/25

In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Cook — lifelong horseman, trainer, and founder of Dream Horse AZ — to explore how wild Mustangs are transforming lives in ways that are unreal.Raised in Colorado, Jeff’s connection to horses runs deep. What began as a natural gift for training and working with these animals evolved into a lifelong mission: to help people find healing and growth through the wisdom of the horse. Today, from his home base in Tucson, Arizona, Jeff and his daughter Christian operate

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00:42:40

What I Wish I’d Known Before Adopting a Mustang |...

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2025/06/11

My Mustang journey has been one of the best experiences of my life. However, when I adopted my first Mustang, I had a lot of learning to do. In this episode I unpack some of the most significant things I've learned along the way--things that if I'd known when I started would have made things a lot easier. Whether you already have a Mustang or are just thinking of adopting one, this episode gives you insights into my experience. If you adopted a Mustang, what do you wish you had known?Connect

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00:11:00

Letting Go and Finding Acceptance | Meditation Series...

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2025/06/04

This episode is the first in a series of moving meditation—designed to be listened to while you're walking, driving, doing chores, or spending quiet time with your horse.You don’t need to sit still with your eyes closed to gain the benefits of meditation. In fact, movement can help the body process emotions, regulate the nervous system, and make it easier to stay present. This practice focuses on letting go of what's outside your control and finding acceptance with your world.There is no pressure to

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01:01:58

No One Believed In Her with Addie Gonzalez | Episode 48

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2025/05/14

In this inspiring episode, Shalyce sits down with Addie Gonzalez—a ranch manager, soil scientist, and first-time Mustang owner whose wild horse changed everything.After years of chasing big dreams across breeding barns, NASA internships, and the ranchlands of Montana, Addie finally bought her first personal horse—a wild Mustang mare named Echo. What she didn’t expect was a whirlwind of fear, setbacks, and deep self-reflection. Echo was older than expected, completely feral, and dangerously

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01:36:45

Holding the Wounded and Helping them Healing with...

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2025/05/06

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Shalyce Cluff sits down with the founders of Samson’s Strength Sustainable Veterans Project, Kathleen and David Flounders. Together, they share their extraordinary journey of turning pain into purpose—offering hope, healing, and purpose to veterans through animal-assisted and equine-based interventions.Kathleen, a seasoned mental health professional with over three decades of service, shares how her early research—“Depressive Symptoms and Self-Esteem in

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01:18:01

Building True Partnership with Your Horse with Ashley...

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2025/04/30

In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Ashley Dudas—also known as The Savvy Equestrian—a passionate Professional Horsemanship Instructor, Clinician, and Horse Development Specialist. With a strong foundation in Natural Horsemanship and years of experience developing young horses, Ashley has dedicated her life to helping equestrians build deeper, more meaningful connections with their horses.Through her innovative Savvy Equestrian Membership, Ashley supports students from around the globe with

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01:04:37

A Journey of Healing, Horses, and New Beginnings With...

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2025/04/23

In this episode, I’m joined by someone whose life has been shaped by horses from the very beginning. At just 13, she started working at a local horse rescue, gaining hands-on experience and witnessing both the heartbreak and hope that come with giving horses a second chance. She adopted her first horse at 14 and later bred her to a BLM Mustang stallion—bringing Whisper, her heart horse, into the world.Over the years, she faced anxiety, self-doubt, and the impact of an emotionally abusive

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01:31:28

Sacred Principles for Higher Living with Justin Dunn...

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2025/04/14

In this episode of The Touch of a Mustang Podcast, I’m joined by horseman and teacher Justin Dunn of the American Mustang School. Together, we explore how ancient Hermetic Principles—like Polarity, Correspondence, and Rhythm—can serve as profound guides for higher living when paired with the grounded presence of the horse.Justin shares insights from his journey of blending horsemanship with universal law, and offers a look into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: a soul-deep experience on the island

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01:00:47

Honoring the Horse through the Power of Partnership...

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2025/04/04

In this episode of The Touch of a Mustang Podcast, I sit down with Henry Merrill, a third-generation horseman with a deep-rooted history in ranching, colt starting, and military service. From growing up under the guidance of his father—who started horses for esteemed clients like Harriet Peckham and Fred Hervey—to serving as a combat infantryman post-9/11, Henry's journey has been one of resilience, discipline, and unwavering commitment to the horse.After earning a degree in philosophy, Henry

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01:06:11

Capturing the Essence of the Wild with Tim West |...

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2025/03/28

In this episode of The Touch of a Mustang Podcast, I sit down with Tim West, a passionate photographer whose journey into capturing the spirit of wild horses began during one of the most uncertain times—when both he and his wife lost their jobs during COVID. What started as a way to find solace in nature quickly became a mission to share the untamed beauty of wild horses with the world.Tim shares his story of resilience, the first moments he spent behind the lens with wild Mustangs, and how his

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01:08:37

Join the World of Wild Horses | Episode 41

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2025/03/11

In this special panel discussion, host Shalyce Cluff of The Touch of a Mustang turns the reins over to Hollie Tenberge as they delve into the world of wild horses. As Hollie trains for Wyoming’s Run With the Horses marathon, she shares how this journey sparked a mission to raise awareness, support Mustang rescues, and build a network to facilitate lasting adoptions.Joining the discussion is Samantha Couper, an animal behaviorist who studies wild horses in their natural environment, bringing valuable

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01:10:45

A Second Chance for Retired Racehorses with Rebecca...

The Touch of a Mustang ·

2025/02/28

In this episode, we’re joined by Rebecca Forcier, the inspiring founder of Wild Hearts Thoroughbred Adoption Society, a registered charity based in beautiful British Columbia, Canada. As a wife, mother of two teens, and nutritionist by trade, Rebecca's passion for animal welfare and dedication to creating a lasting impact in the racing industry led her to establish Wild Hearts just three short years ago.Rebecca shares the powerful story of how Wild Hearts provides aftercare for retiring thoroughbred

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