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Karl Cook

September 25, 2024

On the Heels of Paris: Up Close with Team USA’s Karl Cook

An inside look into Pomponio Ranch, the enigmatic and highly regarded show jumping program behind Karl Cook, one of the top riders in the world and a member of Team USA in Paris. From a behind-the-scenes look at competing on the grounds of Versailles, to the Pomponio team’s extreme attention to detail, hear Karl’s thoughts on his horses, the world of show jumping and the experience of a lifetime: the 2024 Olympics.

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Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome

September 3, 2024

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome

With such a high prevalence, particularly in performance horses, understanding the causes, risk factors, diagnostics, treatments and preventive approaches to Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome is key for both riders and veterinarians. Join us as board-certified equine veterinary internal medicine specialist, Dr. Amy Polkes, takes us deep into ulcers and how she and fellow veterinarians tackle this challenge on the daily.

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Anhidrosis

August 20, 2024

Anhidrosis

When the weather gets hot and humid the risk for anhidrosis increases, especially in the Southern and Gulf Coast regions. Join us, alongside veterinary experts Drs. Piper Norton, Ben Buchanan and Jerome Kotzur, as we explore the intricacies of anhidrosis, what causes this disruption in normal sweating, and what veterinarians are reaching for in terms of treatments and preventive strategies.

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Show Jumping Phenom Karen Polle

July 10, 2024

The Maker of Champions: Taylor Flury

Taylor Flury is a living, breathing combination of raw talent, an almost cell-deep love of the sport, and a hard-charging passion for creating the next generation of superstar horses that will dominate the hunter jumper ranks. She’s wildly talented, tough as nails and a thoughtful and compassionate rider. Join us for an up-close look at trainer and competitor, Taylor Flury.

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Show Jumping Phenom Karen Polle

June 25, 2024

Hall of Fame Cutting Horse Trainer Grant Setnicka

Head into the world of cutting with long-time Team Platinum rider, member of the NCHA Open Riders Hall of Fame and $4 million (and counting) competitor, Grant Setnicka. Join us to explore how he creates elite cutting horses and get an inside look at his journey to the top.

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Show Jumping Phenom Karen Polle

June 12, 2024

Show Jumping Phenom Karen Polle

Karen Polle wears numerous hats. Born in Japan but raised in New York City, she brings together extreme dedication, high-level academics (Yale and Stanford), elite athletic ability and a tight-knit partnership with her stable of outstanding equine competitors. She’s impressive, humble and with a story totally her own.

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Move Over Microbiome

May 31, 2024

Move Over Microbiome

How research has moved on from the microbiome to the metabolome, metatranscriptome and exfoliome, revealing it’s not necessarily what bacteria are present in the gut, but how they’re contributing to each horse’s individual GI function and overall health that really matters. Featuring renowned equine veterinarian and researcher, Canaan Whitfield-Cargile, DVM, PhD, DACVS, DACVSMR, University of Georgia.

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Sleep Deprivation & Narcolepsy in the Horse

May 22, 2024

Sleep Deprivation & Narcolepsy in the Horse

Join equine veterinarian and world-wide sleep expert, Dr. Christine Fuchs of Germany, as she shifts the paradigm on what we thought we knew about our horses’ sleep. Hear Dr. Fuchs detail the impact that the effects of poor-quality sleep — including diminished performance — and what is currently known regarding narcolepsy in horses.

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Navicular Syndrome

May 8, 2024

Navicular Syndrome

Is there more to know about this nuanced condition? Equine veterinarian, Matt Durham, DVM, DACVSMR, and Certified Journeyman Farrier, Lee Olson of Olsen Equine, take us on a journey through navicular syndrome, its indicators, current treatments, the importance of mechanics and the structures involved.

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Multimodal Imaging

April 30, 2024

Multimodal Imaging

Join trio of board-certified equine surgeons, Drs. Wade Walker, Troy Herthel and Katie Garrett, as they discuss how state-of-the-art imaging technologies are being utilized in tandem to provide equine veterinarians a tool to more accurately and thoroughly diagnose cases.

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Cowboy Week

January 13, 2024

Cowboy Week

NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Champion and Road to the Horse Champion, Nick Dowers, gives the inside details on the upcoming Cowboy Week — a meeting of the masters in western Nevada that offers webcast viewers a front row seat to this group of veteran trainers as they share their philosophy, techniques and hands on tips from colt starting to training.

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The Horse Soldiers

December 29, 2023

The Horse Soldiers

Join us in a conversation with then-U.S. Army Captain of ODA-595, Mark Nutsch, as he tells of the first days on the ground in Afghanistan following 9/11, where his 12-man team of Green Berets became forever cemented in history as The Horse Soldiers.

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Storybook Farm

December 19, 2023

Storybook Farm

Meet Dena Little, the visionary behind the magical and change-making Storybook Farm, that transforms the childhoods of thousands of children who face adversity by immersing them into the world of the horse. If ever there was a holiday story to fill your heart, this is it.

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Investigating The Cervical Spine Region

October 10, 2023

Investigating The Cervical Spine Region - Part II: Treatment & Rehabilitation

At its core, the neck, or cervical spine region, is an incredibly complex anatomical structure that can include numerous areas where disease and injury can occur. Drs. Melinda Story and Kyla Ortved provide an in-depth look at common disease states related to the equine neck, symptomology, and treatment options.

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Investigating The Cervical Spine Region

September 30, 2023

Investigating The Cervical Spine Region - Part I: The Physical Exam and Diagnostic Imaging

How does the cervical spine region impact your horse’s health, performance and, ultimately, their longevity in sport? With heightened understanding and improved diagnostic capabilities, diseases and injuries of the equine cervical spine region have come to the forefront in veterinary medicine. Hear expert equine veterinarians, Drs. Melinda Story and Will French dive into the cervical spine and why this region of the horse’s anatomy is so crucial.

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To the Heart of the Matter

September 9, 2023

To the Heart of the Matter

Join the discussion as renowned equine cardiology specialist Amy Polkes, DVM, DACVIM, talks common equine cardiac conditions, their impact on performance and safety, and how she’s working to increase awareness of cardiac health in equine athletes.

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Down to the Core

August 11, 2023

Down to the Core

Equine sports medicine and rehabilitation specialist Melissa King DVM, PhD, DACVSMR, takes us into the world of core fitness and how to properly build and maintain your horse’s vital center for optimal strength, stability and performance.

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The War Horses Challenge

July 8, 2023

The War Horses Challenge

A must-listen roundtable with top reined cow horse trainers Chris Dawson, Russell Dilday and Taylor Gillespie, side-by-side with War Horses for Veterans Founder, Patrick Benson. Listen as they detail the upcoming War Horses Challenge at the National Stock Horse Association show this August, the seven elite veteran competitors and the thrills, spills and laughs that go into getting a group of master soldiers game-ready in the arena.

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Dogger: Luke Branquinho

June 30, 2023

Dogger: Luke Branquinho

Meet this newly retired 5-time World Champion Steer Wrestler and learn about his background in rodeo, his family and how he handled life on the rodeo road.

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Cracking The Metabolic Code

May 26, 2023

Cracking The Metabolic Code

A discussion with Equine Clinical Nutritionist, Abby Keegan, MS, examining risk factors for equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) and insulin dysregulation (ID), as well as pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID); identifying symptomology and outlining important dietary intervention strategies.

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Obesity & Asthma

April 15, 2023

Obesity & Asthma

Michelle Coleman, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, is a leading equine researcher and veterinary internal medicine specialist whose work is making important links between obesity and its role in both human and equine asthma.

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At The Head End: Rhen Richard

March 31, 2023

At The Head End: Rhen Richard

From tie-down roping to team roping, Rhen Richard is a 5-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo qualifier, top-tier horseman and newly crowned champion of Rodeo Houston. Hear about his life on the rodeo road and what makes his program one of the most consistently successful in the business.

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equine sarcoids

March 17, 2023

Sarcoids: What To Know & How To Tackle Them

From the root cause of equine sarcoids to a wide range of treatment options, challenges and recurrence rates, Matt Durham, DVM, DACVSMR, guides us in what to consider and how best to manage these ultimately frustrating tumors.

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The Whole Horse Exam

February 25, 2023

The Whole Horse Exam: An Inside Look

Master sports medicine practitioner, Cooper Williams, VMD, DACVSMR, ISELP, takes us through the intricacies of the whole-horse exam and how a methodical approach can yield vital information.

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Shane & Taylor Hanchey

January 6, 2023

It Takes Two: Shane & Taylor Hanchey

It’s rare that you find two rodeo stars and WNFR competitors in the same household. In Shane and Taylor Hanchey’s case, they share a passion for rodeo, their commingled string of top-tier horses and their Cajun side gig that brings Shane’s Louisiana roots to Texas.

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Four: Hailey Kinsel

December 22, 2022

Four: Hailey Kinsel

Newly crowned four-time World Champion Barrel Racer, Hailey Kinsel, talks all things National Finals Rodeo, gives details on her famous mount Sister and shares her take on the rodeo road.

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Nick Dowers Means Business

October 7, 2022

Nick Dowers Means Business

NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Champion Nick Dowers is the epitome of what it means to be a cowboy. Listen in for a first-hand look into the reined cow horse world, the hidden outpost of Dyer, Nevada and how this rural ranchland helped shape the life, mental fortitude and competitive spirit of one of the western world’s greatest stars.

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Bottom Line on the Topline

August 11, 2022

Bottom Line on the Topline

Listen to an in-depth chronicle of the topline, the muscles that make up its vital function and how to properly evaluate, maintain and build the ideal topline in the horse.

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summer heat

August 5, 2022

Summer: A Love-Heat Relationship

Join Platinum’s technical services veterinarian, Dr. Matt Durham, as he discusses heat-related health issues and the importance of healthy drinking, hydration and sweating.

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Kenda Lenseigne

July 30, 2022

Guns Blazing

Overall World Champion Mounted Shooter Kenda Lenseigne talks about the thrill of competition and the horses that have taken her to the top.

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Dakota Eldridge

July 15, 2022

Tried & True: Dakota Eldridge

From breaking into professional rodeo as steer wrestling’s young gun to becoming one of the sport’s biggest stars, hear from Nevada’s own Dakota Eldridge on tackling the challenges of the sport, embracing his family’s deep history and chasing adventure on the rodeo trail.

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April 22, 2022

Liz Halliday-Sharp’s Need for Speed

USEA Rider of the Year and U.S. Olympic Team member, Liz Halliday-Sharp, discusses her love of fast sports, memorable horses, tips for mental strength and motivation, and preparing for the 2022 Land Rover Kentucky 3-Day Event and beyond.

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April 15, 2022

It’s All In The Genes

Is our fate predetermined by our genetics? It turns out that the study of genetics has evolved considerably in both humans and horses, showing us what role genes really play in disease, how environment and diet impact gene expression and why our genes may be the golden ticket into the realm of precision medicine. Here, celebrated veterinarian and genetics expert, Dr. Carrie Finno, discusses advancements in the study and application of genetics in humans and horses.

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April 1, 2022

The King & Queen of the Cow Horse

Get to know the endlessly talented Chris and Sarah Dawson who have together taken the reined cow horse world by storm. Hear first hand about major victories about celebrated mare Selvarey, and what’s next for the Dawson duo.

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March 25, 2022

EPM: The Evolution, Treatment and Prevention

Join Drs. Bryan Waldridge and Rodney Belgrave as they discuss the pathophysiology of Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM), the evolution of the condition, clinical signs, preventive strategies and treatment protocols for more successful outcomes.

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March 12, 2022

Breaking Down EHV-1

From biosecurity to strategies for treatment and prevention, hear the latest details on the current EHV-1 outbreak and the condition itself. Learn from an expert roundtable of veterinarians including Dr. Steve Reed, Dr. Josie Traub-Dargatz and Dr. Lori Bidwell who is on the ground in California with affected horses.

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February 26, 2022

Colitis: Advancements and Strategies for Success

Join Drs. Diana Hassel, Piper Norton and Rodney Belgrave as they discuss the etiology of colitis along with advancements in treatment and the strategies they rely on in their daily practice for successful outcomes.

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February 18, 2022

The Dynamic Duo of the Arabian Horse World

When it comes to the Arabian horse, Joel and Ashton Kiesner are the breeders, trainers and showers of champions. Passionate, driven and endlessly talented, this husband/wife team knows a thing or two about how to achieve success together with the horses they love.

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February 11, 2022

Challenge: Mare

An up-close look at the broodmare — including barren and aged mares — and how best we can care for them as more than just a vehicle for the foal. Featuring veterinarians and boarded theriogenologists Drs. Karen Von Dollen and C. Scott Bailey.

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January 28, 2022

Hats Off to The Stallion

Join us for a conversation with veterinarian and board-certified theriogenologist, Dr. Charlie Scoggin, talking all things related to the management of breeding stallions, including genetics, transitioning stallions from performance to breeding and the importance of a whole-horse approach.

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January 13, 2022

New Buckles

King of the Cowboys Trevor Brazile may be out of the rodeo limelight, but he’s focused his attention firmly on the breeding barn. Join us as he discusses the rise of rope horse futurities and his goal of building ultra-athletic equine athletes with stallions Show Me The Buckles and Dirty Fling.

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December 17, 2021

EIPH: Managing Bleeders

An inside look at Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage with top researchers Drs. Warwick Bayly and David C. Poole.

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November 5, 2021

El Caballero

Join us as we hear from polo’s living legend, revered master Memo Gracida. Wildly talented and respected throughout the world, Memo gives us a first-hand look inside high goal polo and the polo ponies that are the backbone of the sport.

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October 22, 2021

Sparkling at Speed

The Harrowing Stunts and Adventurous World of Trick Riding Phenom Madison MacDonald.

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September 24, 2021

Equine Colic - Management Tips That May Help With Prevention

There are many types of colic and many different risk factors associated with each type, but many are correlated to nutrition and the general diet. Learn about the top 10 management tips that may help prevent colic from occurring.

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August 20, 2021

Straight From The Breeder's Mouth

An interview with Platinum Advisor and breeder of champions, Ashley Taylor, on the ins and outs of choosing the right diet and supplements for your dog.

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July 31, 2021

Understanding Equine Headshaking

Recent advancements and practical advice for horses suffering from Trigeminal Mediated Headshaking featuring Drs. John Madigan and Monica Aleman.

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July 22, 2021

Top 10 Tips to Beat the Heat

Join Platinum Clinical Nutritionist, Emily Smith, to learn about increasing water consumption, sweating and electrolytes, heat stress and other “hot” topics to keep your horse healthy as the temperatures rise.

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May 27, 2021

Inside the World of Mules & Donkeys

So much more than the work animals we’ve known them to be throughout history, Dr. Amy McLean helps us discover the surprising athletic versatility, charming personalities and feeding and care nuances of these beloved long-eared animals.

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May 21, 2021

Understanding The Equine Joint

A deep dive into the where, what, why, when and how of the equine joint and how its intricacies can impact soundness and performance longevity.

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May 7, 2021

Connectivity: Tendon & Ligament Injuries in the Horse

Listen in while Drs. Carter Judy and Lisa Fortier discuss the preventive approaches, diagnostics and newest treatment protocols for soft tissue injuries.

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April 8

Skin & Respiratory Allergies in Horses

An in-depth round-table discussion of equine allergies with Drs. Phoebe Smith, Ben Buchanan and Kim Favier.

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March 18

Ben Ebeling Talks Dressage

Journey with Ben Ebeling and his superstar horse, Illuster van de Kampert, as they soar up the dressage ranks and continue their special partnership on the US Nations Cup team and beyond.

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March 11

Feeding The Broodmare

No longer seen as simply a vehicle to deliver her foal, the broodmare is being recognized as the ultimate steward of equine life. See how nutrition plays a vital role in successfully achieving pregnancy then nourishing the mare and developing foal...

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January 28

Canine Companion with a Cause

A Celiac Disease Service Dog 'Heralds' Life Change for Veterinary Student; The Process of Finding and Training Him.

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January 6

Battleground: Laminitis in Horses

Learn how skilled veterinarians and farriers are propelling the prevention and treatment forward for Equine Laminitis featuring Drs. Stephen O'Grady, Andrew Parks, Mark Silverman and Craig Lesser.

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December 31

Kicking the New Year Off Right

Health & Wellness for Your Horse: Get to know how Platinum Performance® supports wellness from the inside out with Torri Maxwell, DVM.​

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December 17

From the Ground Up - Healthy Hooves and Your Horse

Exploring the inner-workings and critical functions of the equine hoof with tips and insights from expert farriers.​

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December 3

Down The Alley With Hailey Kinsel

Get to know World Champion Barrel Racer Hailey Kinsel and her one-in-a-million mare Sister.

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November 19

Breaking Down The Ideal Equine Diet

Platinum Clinical Nutritionist, Emily Smith, makes the complicated simple.

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November 12

War Horses For Veterans

In Honor of Veterans Day We Have a One-On-One with War Horses for Veterans Founder Patrick Benson.

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November 5

Kissing Spines

The Evolution of Diagnostics, Treatment Protocols and Rehabilitation Techniques Featuring Drs. Cooper Williams, Kent Allen, Cliff Honnas and Melinda Story.

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October 22

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome

A Deep Dive Into Causes, Treatments, Performance Implications and Preventive Measures Featuring Dr. Chad Davis.

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