The Plaidcast
Tune in for in depth conversations on topics that matter
The Plaidcast is a weekly horse show inspired podcast hosted by Piper Klemm, Ph.D., publisher of The Plaid Horse magazine, and Tonya, a Mental Skills Coach and author who works with riders all over the world.
Guests include Olympic equestrians, top hunter/jumper and equitation riders, trainers, horse show managers and industry insiders.
Tune in for in depth conversations on topics that matter: horsemanship, collegiate equestrian, the state of our sport and horse show how to’s for riders at every level.
Hear insider stories about how The Plaid Horse magazine comes together every month. One episode each month is devoted to the mental side of your ride with nationally recognized Mental Skills Coach and author Tonya Johnston (Inside Your Ride). Don’t miss an episode!
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Plaidcast In Person
Plaidcast in Person, a live recording event of the Plaidcast, gives attendees the opportunity to engage directly with standout voices, hear personal insights from panelists in real time, and take part in an interactive conversation that blends sport, career, horsemanship, and lifestyle in the modern equestrian world. Tickets are free and everyone is welcome to attend and participate in the conversation.
Upcoming in-person events:
November 10, 2026 • 6:30 PM
Equine Education Session featuring Cherie DeVaux
Kentucky Horse Park
Sponsored by the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation, hosted by the Kentucky Horse Park and broadcasted by The Plaidcast
November 13, 2026 • 6:00 PM
Plaidcast in Person Hosted by Piper Klemm - Presented by The Plaid Horse
Aetna Theatre at Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
Join Piper Klemm and special guests at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, and take part in the discussion to…
April 20, 2027 • 5:00 PM
Plaidcast in Person at the Ethel Walker School
The Ethel Walker School
Join Piper Klemm and special guests at the Ethel Walker School, and take part in the discussion to improve our…
June 11, 2027 • 5:30 PM
Plaidcast in Person Hosted by Piper Klemm - Presented by The Plaid Horse
Aetna Theatre at Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
Join Piper Klemm and special guests at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, and take part in the discussion to…
MEET THE HOST
Piper Klemm, Ph.D.
Piper is an active member of the hunter/jumper community, owning a fleet of lease ponies and showing in adult hunter divisions. Her goal is that everyone would take the time to be as educated about horsemanship and hunter/jumper sport as possible.
