Platinum Performance® Podcast

Platinum Performance

Welcome to It Starts Within, a podcast from Platinum Performance® where we’ll dive deep into the health challenges faced by veterinarians and horse owners alike. Join us for inspiring stories about the latest advancements in equine care, treatments and comebacks. You’ll hear interviews with elite competitors, innovative researchers and the veterinarians that devote their lives to horses and the humans that love them. At Platinum Performance we know the power of nutrition starts within.

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August 12 · 1 hr 9 min
Strangles: Pulling Back the Curtain
Expert veterinarians provide a granular look at the highly contagious bacteria Streptococcus equi, subspecies equi and the nuances of its prevention, detection and care.
July 24 · 34 min
The New World Screwworm Fly
Three expert veterinarians share the latest on how the emergence of the New World Screwworm is affecting livestock producers and the horse world alike. From travel restrictions to wound care, hear up-to-date commentary on what we know and progress on containment and eradication.
July 1 · 1 hr 11 min
The Ultimate Athlete
Top sports medicine veterinarians discuss a whole-horse approach to building and maintaining durable equine athletes and how to lay a foundation for health, soundness and longevity.
June 10 · 58 min
Understanding Breakover
Join Certified Journeyman Farrier, Lee Olsen, and Equine Veterinarian and Board Certified Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Matt Durham, as they discuss breakover and its critical role in enabling efficient movement of the hoof and providing pivotal support for the distal limb joints and soft tissue.
May 27 · 46 min
Icelandic Horses: An Inside Look
Titans of the Icelandic horse world, Asta and Will Covert, walk us through the history and unique characteristics of this beloved breed, as well as the nuances of the U.S. and international Icelandic show circuit.
May 4 · 57 min
Food for the Sole: Nutrients for Hoof Health
Building on the age-old adage, “No hoof, no horse,” Dr. Matt Durham guides us through nutrients critical to building and maintaining optimal hoof health for soundness and longevity in the horse.
Nov 10, 2025 · 1 hr 25 min
Colic
What is colic, and why is it amongst a horse owner’s greatest fears and a veterinarian’s most significant challenges? Hear from renowned equine surgeons and colic experts, Drs. Diana Hassel and Liara Gonzalez, and learn how novel research, evolving diagnostics, new treatments and a firmer grasp on prevention are affording horses a better chance at survival and recovery than ever before.
Sep 30, 2025 · 1 hr 16 min
So What Should I Feed My Horse?
Veterinarians Amy Polkes, DVM, DACVIM and Matt Durham, DVM, DACVSMR demystify nutrition and help answer the age-old question: what should I feed my horse and why?
Sep 10, 2025 · 43 min
Highlander Training Center
Lifelong horse industry veteran, Jeff Hooper, CEO of Highlander Training Center, joins the podcast to discuss how their program is redefining Thoroughbred racing far from Kentucky bluegrass country and deep in the heart of East Texas.
Jun 30, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
Fractures
A dynamic collective of expert equine veterinarians including Drs. Jose Garcia Lopez, Carter Judy, Kyla Ortved and Chris Kawcak dive into the subject of orthopedic fractures. They will discuss the evolution of preventive, surgical and rehabilitation protocols, and how equine patients - now more than ever - have the most advantageous chance at survival and recovery.
May 28, 2025 · 50 min
Canine Mobility
Dr. Felix Duerr of Colorado State University examines common factors affecting a dog’s ability to move comfortably, and how he and other top veterinarians are working to prevent, treat and rehabilitate these conditions and injuries.
May 7, 2025 · 1 hr 12 min
Body Work & The Topline
Well-known equine bodyworker, Maija Luttinger — together with equine veterinarian, Dr. Matt Durham, and equine clinical nutritionist, Abby Keegan — dives into your horse’s core musculature, the nuances behind maintaining a healthy topline, and the intricacies of her approach as a bodyworker.
Apr 15, 2025 · 1 hr 30 min
Mission: Hoof
Equine veterinarian, Dr. Matt Durham, together with Certified Journeyman Farrier, Lee Olsen, break down common hoof conditions. From causes and treatment options to preventive strategies, hear their approach to managing and optimizing your horses’ hooves.
Feb 11, 2025 · 57 min
Star Power: Three-Day Eventing Standout Caroline Pamukcu
Hear first-hand how Caroline Pamukcu has risen from a teenage phenom in the world of three-day eventing, to a widely respected top-level trainer, competitor and champion many times over. From the Pan American Games to the 2024 Olympics and countless events in between, she has amassed numerous titles while maintaining a raw love of both the sport and her horses.
Jan 24, 2025 · 52 min
Mallet Maven: Meghan Gracida
Upon falling in love with husband (and polo legend), Memo Gracida, Meghan threw herself head-first into her newfound world. What she didn’t expect was to cultivate a deep passion for the game of polo and the horses that she and Memo raise and play together. Now a 5-goal player and voice of leadership in women’s polo, Meghan shares her story and gives an insider’s view of what the world of polo is truly like.
Jan 17, 2025 · 1 hr 16 min
King of Hearts: A One-On-One with Bud Lyon
An accidental phenom in the realm of Ranch Riding, professional trainer Bud Lyon gives us a first-hand look at his storied career as a versatile horseman, showman and coach, with an up-close look at perhaps his greatest star, “Romeo.”
Jan 9, 2025 · 1 hr 13 min
Successfully Breeding Aged and Problem Mares
Renowned equine theriogenologist, Dr. Pat McCue of Colorado State University, details the challenges and conditions that confront veterinarians when treating aged and problem mares, and how he and his colleagues tackle these cases to achieve successful pregnancies and healthy foals.
Dec 4, 2024 · 58 min
On Top of the World: Hailey Kinsel
4-Time WPRA World Champion Barrel Racer, Hailey Kinsel, details her preparation strategy for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and what it’s truly like to pilot the one and only Sister to stardom. Join us for an inside look at the world of this superstar cowgirl.
Nov 13, 2024 · 1 hr 13 min
Tendon Time
Join three leading veterinarians as they explore tendon injuries in the horse, including the three primary phases of healing and strategies for optimal recovery. From the latest rehabilitation techniques and advancements in research and technology, Drs. Lisa Fortier, Matt Durham and Stephanie Davis give us an inside look into how they maximize impact to achieve the best possible outcome for the horse.
Sep 25, 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
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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