The Podcast you never knew you needed! Welcome to the Shut Up and Ride Podcast — where the equestrian world gets real, unfiltered and hilariously honest. Hosted by eventing rider Simon Grieve, liberty horse trainer Ben Atkinson, and equestrian journalist Jenny Rudall, this isn’t your average horse podcast. It's like being in the pub with your horsey mates — full of laughter, truth bombs, and behind-the-scenes stories from the equestrian world. ️ Expect: Candid conversations about life in and out of the saddle The hilarious highs, the emotional lows, and the bits no one else dares to say Special guests from across equestrian sport, entertainment and beyond ⚠️ Strong opinions, unexpected tangents, and zero sugar-coating Whether you’re a competitive rider, a weekend hacker, or just love a good story, Shut Up and Ride brings together expert insight, genuine friendship, and bold storytelling in every episode. From Olympians to stunt riders, horse safaris to liberty training, and everything in between — this is the equestrian podcast that keeps it real. Horsey or not, we promise you’ll be hooked. Subscribe now and join the ride.

Latest episodes

Gemma Stevens: Getting Burghley Off Her Back!

October 6, 2026 · 1 hr 16 min

She’s back… and this time she’s a BURGHLEY WINNER! Gemma Stevens returns to Shut Up and Ride after an incredible 2026 Burghley victory — and there was absolutely no way we were letting her get away without telling us EVERYTHING. Gemma…
Egypt Equine Aid: ‘The Reality For Working Animals in Egypt

September 23, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of graphic injuries and animal suffering that some listeners may find upsetting. This week on Shut Up and Ride, we’re joined by the wonderful Jill Barton, founder of Egypt Equine Aid, for…
SIMON GRIEVE: The Burghley Debrief

September 17, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

Simon Grieve is back from Burghley — so it’s time for the full debrief. From a disappointing dressage test to yet another brilliant clear cross-country round, Simon talks us through the highs, the lows and what it really feels like to…
From Mustangs to Badminton and the fun and tears in-between : Elisa Wallace

September 11, 2026 · 1 hr 28 min

This week, Jenny and Ben are joined by five-star eventer, Mustang trainer and exceptional horsewoman Elisa Wallace — and wow, what an episode. From training Mustangs and building relationships with horses others might overlook, to…
Dolly, Bridleless & Going Completely Off the Rails

September 1, 2026 · 1 hr 18 min

This one goes off the rails a bit… but, quite frankly, that’s what we do best. Think honest, unfiltered chat down the pub with your mates — horses, life, opinions, tangents and absolutely no idea where the conversation is going next. We…
Ben Asselin: What Makes a True Horseman?

August 21, 2026 · 1 hr 22 min

What’s the difference between being a great rider and being a true horseman? This week, Canadian show jumper Ben Asselin joins Jenny, Simon and Ben to talk horsemanship, the lessons he’s learned competing at the highest level and why…
Freddy Steele: From Stunts to Dressage & Unlocking the Horse’s Mind

August 11, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min

This week Jenny and Ben are joined by the one and only Freddy Steele — Liberty Legend, stunt rider, horseman, performer and mindset coach. Freddy takes us behind the scenes of a life spent doing things with horses that most of us wouldn’t…
Processing Grief and Loss

July 24, 2026 · 32 min

This week’s episode is a difficult one. Simon and Jenny come together to reflect on the heartbreaking losses of Sophie and Kerry while eventing, two much-loved members of the eventing community. As friends, colleagues, and fellow…