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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 quiet wisdom of nature. Through soulful reflections and inspiring stories, this podcast invites you to rediscover yourself, reconnect with what

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All Episodes

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...

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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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00:55:05

Unveiling the Value of Mustang Horses in the Domestic...

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2025/02/24

Step into the world of Mustang Champions with Executive Director Matt Manroe in this captivating episode. Discover how this trailblazing organization is reshaping the future of America’s wild horses, transforming them from free-roaming icons into prized partners. Matt shares the innovative events, thrilling competitions, and heartfelt stories driving Mustang Champions' mission to highlight the adaptability and strength of formerly wild Mustangs.From high-stakes showdowns with top-tier competitors to

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01:13:46

Life is Not Meant to be Free of Struggle with Cope...

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2025/02/17

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Veteran Cope Wilson to explore his journey from the harrowing front lines of war to life-changing moments of despair and hope. Cope shares his unfiltered experiences of the intense mental and emotional toll the struggles life brings. His raw honesty about the emotional battles he faced and how he found redemption on the back of a Mustang offers a poignant reflection on survival, healing, and resilience.This episode is an exploration of trauma, recovery, and

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01:01:42

One Woman’s Upcoming 3,000-Mile Trek Across the U.S....

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2025/02/07

In this episode we sit down with Patricia Petrina (better known as Penny Pett on Instagram), an avid horsewoman and back-country enthusiast, who is about to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Patricia, alongside her three 5-year-old Mustangs and Quarter Horse mare, is preparing for a 7-month, 3,000-mile solo horseback journey across the United States.Patricia shares her incredible story of how she went from a lifelong passion for horses to bonding with Mustangs and preparing for this

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01:00:48

Building a Community of Healing with Mustang Recovery...

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2025/01/30

In this episode, we sit down with the team behind The Mustang Recovery Challenge, a transformative nonprofit that blends substance use prevention and mental health support through the powerful connection between people and wild horses.The Mustang Recovery Challenge offers participants a unique path to recovery, using heart-rate synchronization and trust-building techniques to train mustangs. This process helps participants develop emotional regulation, stress management, and resilience—skills they

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01:00:30

Saving Mustangs and Changing Lives with Lynda Sanford...

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2025/01/23

In this episode, we sit down with Lynda Sanford, the founder of the Mustangs of America Foundation (MAF), to talk about her incredible journey from city life to becoming a passionate advocate for wild mustangs. MAF is a dedicated, all-volunteer nonprofit organization with 501(c)3 charitable status, focused on the welfare of mustangs and burros. Operating as a nonpolitical entity, MAF collaborates with the Bureau of Land Management to enhance successful adoptions and ease the burden of overpopulated

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01:02:43

Giving Freedom Back to Wild Horses with Moksha...

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2025/01/17

Crystal Field had just opened a new hair salon in Portland, OR, but was soon guided to follow a call in another direction. During the pandemic of 2020 and the struggles associated with that time, she realized she had a higher purpose in life--to build a sanctuary for as many wild mustangs as she could. She moved into an airstream, rented her house on Airbnb, became a minimalist and saved as much money as she could until she could move to raw property she purchased in Arizona. Two years after first

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