Eventing Manager meets Kentucky… and yes, you will change your team at least three times.

This one kicks off with a live call to Will Coleman, straight from the build-up, giving a quick insight into Diablo ahead of his five-star debut, before things quickly spiral into team picks, swaps, and second guesses.

From squeezing big names into the budget to convincing yourself your value pick is about to have the week of its life, this is exactly what playing Eventing Manager looks like at a five-star.

You'll have a plan. You'll ignore it. You'll build a new one. And then you'll watch it all play out.

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Kentucky week is here, and this Inside Kentucky show brings you straight into the final stages of preparation.

Nicole Brown is joined by world number one Harry Meade and world number two Boyd Martin, two of the leading contenders heading into this year's five-star. With multiple horses between them, the conversation goes inside the decisions, the systems, and the reality of getting to the start line.

From differing preparation strategies to managing pressure, building confidence, and delivering when it matters, this is a look at five-star eventing from the very top.

Plus, they look ahead to Kentucky itself, the challenge of Derek di Grazia's cross-country track, and what it really takes to produce a performance across all three phases.

• Harry Meade and Boyd Martin on their Kentucky contenders and final preparations
• Different approaches to five-star prep, from minimal runs to traditional build-ups
• Managing pressure, expectations, and delivering on the biggest stage
• Cross-country insight, Derek di Grazia's design, and making the time
• The balance between individual goals and championship ambitions
• Why performance, not position, is the real focus at five-star level

• Harry Meade — British five-star event rider and current world number one.
• Boyd Martin — American Olympian and five-star event rider, currently ranked world number two.

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Badminton is getting close, and on this week's British Eventing Showin partnership with Zebra Products, the focus turns to preparation.

Nicole Brown is joined by Simon Grieve and Megan Elphick for a look at what the final weeks really involve, from five-star systems to grassroots goals, and everything in between.

Simon heads back to Badminton with Autograph, four completions behind him and a completely different mindset to previous years. Megan returns with two rides at the grassroots, balancing the pressure of riding for an owner with a new level of confidence in her own system.

From stable yard routines to course walks, mindset work to managing nerves, this episode looks at the details that shape Badminton week, and what it actually takes to be ready.

Plus, Simon shares his top tips for grassroots riders, while Meg highlights how to make the most of the Badminton experience as a visitor.

• Simon Grieve's Badminton return and the system behind his preparation
• Megan Elphick's two rides and a new approach to pressure and confidence
• What Badminton week really looks like, from arrival to cross country day
• Mindset, nerves, and the work behind building confidence
• Course walks, alternatives, and the importance of having a plan
• Top tips for grassroots riders and first-time Badminton visitors

• Simon Grieve — British five-star event rider and co-host of the Shut Up and Ride podcast.
• Megan Elphick — Event rider and content creator documenting her journey through the sport, from grassroots to Badminton.

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Burnham Market has become Oliver Townend territory.

A remarkable record here, a system that works, and Cooley Rosalent back again - it's a combination that's hard to look past.

But it's never that simple here. This is a track that consistently produces top-level performances, and when horses run well at Burnham Market, it usually stands up against anything else in the calendar.

Add in Banzai du Loir, an in-form Gemma Stevens yard, and the usual pre-Badminton question of who actually runs and how hard… and there's a bit more to it than it first looks.

Highlights

• Oliver Townend's record, and why this run works so well for his horses
• Cooley Rosalent vs Banzai du Loir at the top of the field
• Why Burnham Market consistently produces strong four-star performances
• The depth in the field, including Gemma Stevens and a strong supporting cast
• Who runs, who doesn't, and what we really learn this close to Badminton

Guests

• Catherine Austen, equestrian journalist and eventing analyst.

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Rider fitness is something we all know matters, but it's often the first thing to fall down the list.

In this episode, Cameron is joined by Katie Bleekman to break down what rider fitness actually looks like, from strength and mobility to nutrition, recovery, and the habits that make it stick. It's not about doing more. It's about doing the right things, consistently, and understanding how it all feeds into your riding.

As always, Cameron wraps up the episode with the #GrassrootsChallenge - listen to the end, try it, post it, and tag your efforts using #GrassrootsChallenge.

Highlights

• Why riding alone isn't enough to build true fitness
• Strength, mobility, and endurance, what riders actually need
• The biggest mistakes riders make when starting out
• Simple, realistic ways to build fitness into a busy routine
• Nutrition, hydration, and why recovery matters just as much as training

Guests

• Katie Bleekman, rider and coach specialising in event rider fitness and nutrition

Presented by Foran Equine, part of the Connolly's RED MILLS family.

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Andy Heffernan didn't grow up in horses, and he didn't have an obvious path into the sport. What started with a riding school in England quickly turned into something more, and from there he built a career the hard way, riding whatever horses he could, learning on the job, and figuring out how to make it work.

That journey has taken him to the Olympics, into coaching the Dutch team, and now into course design at some of the biggest events in the world.

In this episode, he reflects on building a business, balancing multiple roles at the top of the sport, and what it takes to keep progressing in an ever-changing landscape.

Highlights

• A non-horsey start and the path into eventing
• Building a career through producing and selling horses
• Coaching the Dutch team and preparing for championships
• The realities of course design and managing pressure
• The future of five-star and the pathway through the sport

Guests

• Andy Heffernan - Dutch team coach, Olympic event rider, and international cross-country course designer.

This show is kindly supported by Bedmax, purpose-made, natural horse bedding designed to protect respiratory health, support hooves, and provide a clean, comfortable stable environment.

The overview show is back, and this time it's all about the big picture.

Which nation is actually in the strongest position heading towards Aachen 2026? We talk about it all the time, but this is putting numbers behind it. Strength, depth, and what the data is really saying at the top of the sport.

While there's a lot of movement across the board, one thing is clear. Great Britain isn't going anywhere. The depth is still there, the results are still coming, and they remain the toughest team to beat. New Zealand bouncing back, Japan showing what's possible, and a number of nations who will feel like there's an opportunity if they can get three good performances on the board when it counts.

Highlights

• Breaking down HPR and what it actually tells us about squad depth
• Why Great Britain still dominates, and just how far ahead they are
• Which nations are trending up, and which ones have work to do
• Why championship eventing feels more open than ever
• The bigger picture, participation, five-star numbers, and what comes next

Guests

• Sam Watson - Irish five-star rider and EquiRatings co-founder bringing a data-led view of performance at the top of the sport

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Thoresby is done and dusted, and it delivered.

A big win, a few messy moments, and a proper reminder that even the best riders have to fight for it. Gemma Stevens did exactly that, bouncing back from a tough start to take the Grantham Cup with Cooley Park Muse.

Elsewhere, the form is starting to show. Tom Jackson looks full of confidence, and Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo had the kind of run that just ticks the box.

It wasn't straightforward. The cross country asked questions, there were a few issues, and plenty to take away heading into the next few weeks.

• Gemma Stevens regroups and delivers to win with Cooley Park Muse
• Tom Jackson on form with a strong weekend, including a win with United 36
• Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo back out and looking right on track
• Cross country proves influential across the divisions
• Early Badminton form lines starting to take shape

• Nicole Brown
• Catherine Austen

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