Shut Up and Ride

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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.

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20 episodes
Updated July 24
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Episodes20

Newest first

July 24 · 32 min
Processing Grief and Loss
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 equestrians, they share their personal thoughts, memories, and emotions while trying to process a tragedy that has been felt across the sport. This isn’t an episode with answers. It’s an honest conversation about grief, the close-knit nature of the eventing world, and t
July 17 · 1 hr 26 min
The Holy Grail of Tangents: From Monty Python to Rodeos and Bitless Riding
The gang's back together... and absolutely nothing is off limits. Ben, Simon and Jenny reunite for another laugh-out-loud episode of Shut Up and Ride, where the conversation takes more twists and turns than a jump-off. From nostalgic chats about those magazines, to the world of rodeo, the rise of bitless riding, and everything in between, it's another episode packed with honest opinions, plenty of laughs, and the kind of tangents only this trio can produce. Ben is back on top form, delivering so
June 24 · 1 hr 24 min
From Top-Level Sport to Grassroots Reality: A No-Holds-Barred Chat with Rosie Williams & Tina Wallace
What makes Eventing such a special sport? In this episode of Shut Up and Ride, we’re celebrating everything we love about Eventing — the horses, the riders, the challenges, the community, and the incredible journey from grassroots to the highest levels of competition. We’re joined by Rosie Williams, CEO of British Dressage, and grassroots rider and influencer Tina Wallace for a brilliant conversation about what makes Eventing so unique and where it might go next. We chat about new initiatives, i
June 19 · 1 hr 39 min
A New Era for Equestrian Sport? Inside the UK's First Bridleless Competition
What happens when you completely rethink what a competition can look like? This week on Shut Up and Ride, we’re diving into history as we chat with Mia Rodley, the founder of the UK's first ever bridleless competition at Merrist Wood in the UK. Simon is missing this one (he’s off on a hen do!), but stepping into the co-host seat is the wonderful, brilliant, and ever-handsome Ben Atkinson — and together we get into the story behind this groundbreaking event. Mia shares what it took to bring the c
June 12 · 53 min
Mishaps and Whatsapp's
This week it’s just Jenny and Simon behind the mic — and Jenny is in FULL rant mode. From horsey frustrations to the things currently driving her up the wall, absolutely nobody is safe from the fire Meanwhile, Simon reflects on his recent stage success and what it’s been like stepping into the spotlight, before the pair dive into all the drama, excitement, and controversy surrounding the latest bridleless competition at Merrist Wood. Expect strong opinions, plenty of laughs, and the usual chaos
June 4 · 1 hr 13 min
Caleb Degen:' Negative reinforcement vs Positive reinforcement and so much more! '
Australian trainer and legend Caleb Degen joins the Podcast crew for what might be our most high-octane episode yet. We dive deep into liberty horsemanship, training philosophy, and the often misunderstood conversation around negative reinforcement vs positive reinforcement. Caleb shares stories from his life, his training journey, and what it takes to build real connection and trust with horses. From the Australian Outback Spectacular to eagles, dogs, helicopters and everything in between — thi
May 26 · 1 hr 39 min
The Unofficial Badminton Recap
This week on the Shut Up & Ride podcast, Simon, Ben, and Jenny unpack all the drama, chaos, and unforgettable moments from this year’s Badminton Horse Trials. From Simon questioning whether the grassroots course was secretly a five-star track, to Ben surviving his very first Badminton experience (while accidentally causing absolute mayhem on the cross-country course), there’s plenty of laughter and behind-the-scenes stories from one of the biggest events in the equestrian calendar. Jenny is back
May 14 · 1 hr 21 min
LIVE - Lakeside at Badminton 2026
Live from the lake at the legendary Badminton Horse Trials, the Shut Up and Ride Podcast team are back together for one of the funniest episodes yet — and this time, they’ve brought Olympic gold medallist Laura Collett along for the ride. With a HUGE crowd gathered lakeside, the gang dive into the madness, magic, and mayhem of one of the biggest weeks in eventing. Simon is in full competition mode as he takes on Badminton himself, while Ben experiences his very first 5* event — and quickly disco
April 25 · 1 hr 7 min
World Cup Wins & World Class Mistakes
This week on Shut Up and Ride, the gang is one man down as Ben swans off to rub shoulders (and apparently more) with Hollywood’s finest—but fear not, because Jenny and Simon more than pick up the slack. Jenny is in full storytelling mode, diving into the electric atmosphere of the World Cup and the emotional high of watching Becky Moody deliver a truly unforgettable performance. It’s goosebumps, tears, and top-tier sport… swiftly followed by one of the most hilariously awkward moments you’ll eve
April 11 · 1 hr 18 min
Charles Owen: "The truth can be really boring!"
The crew is back—and this time, they’re not holding anything back. In the latest episode of Shut Up and Ride, the full team reunites in the studio, joined by special guest Charles Owen, to dig into one of the biggest talking points in the industry right now: the recent factory closure that’s been surrounded by speculation, half-truths, and plenty of rumors. Together, they cut through the noise and get to the heart of what really happened. From insider perspectives to hard questions that others w
March 26 · 1 hr 38 min
“Is it a Horse or Is it a Dolphin?”
This week on Shut Up and Ride, Ben, Simon, and Jenny are all back in the saddle for an episode that goes everywhere… We dive headfirst into the latest chaos in the horse world —the good, the bad, and the downright baffling. Jenny brings her weekly rant (and no, it’s NOT about corgis this time…). Beagles have entered the chat, and honestly, they’re not safe. Meanwhile, we somehow end up discussing the Manosphere (yes, really) and Louis Theroux—because why not mix horses with existential documenta
March 10 · 1 hr 28 min
'It’s Not Just Logs in a Field' - Helen West
️Simon and Jenny sit down with brilliant course designer Helen West for a fascinating chat about life behind the scenes of cross-country course design. From working in a traditionally male-dominated world to the reality that designing a course is a bit more complicated than just sticking a few logs in a field, Helen shares what really goes into building tracks that challenge riders while keeping horses safe. We also talk about the fence involved in the tragic fall that claimed the life of rider
February 24 · 1 hr 12 min
An Australian Fireman Holding a Kitten?!
Yes. That’s the episode title. No, we won’t explain it here. In the latest episode of Shut Up and Ride, Simon and I answer your questions — from who we actually follow on Instagram, to how Simon somehow ended up being compared to… well… an Australian fireman holding a kitten. We also revisit Jenny's ski “career.” And by career, we mean a series of unfortunate sliding incidents that absolutely nobody asked for but everyone seems to enjoy. But in between the chaos, we take a moment to pause and pa
February 12 · 1 hr 36 min
Dr Louise Newson: “Eat Fruit and Pray?” No — Let’s Understand Hormones
This week on Shut Up and Ride, we’re joined by the incredible Dr Louise Newson, one of the UK’s leading voices on women’s hormone health. From PMDD to perimenopause, menopause and everything in between, Dr Newson breaks down what’s really happening in our bodies — and why so many women are still being dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left to struggle in silence. At one point, we discuss the kind of advice women are still being given — including being told to “eat fruit and pray.” Yes, really. And we
February 5 · 1 hr 34 min
From tour to Darwin Awards
We’re fresh off a hugely successful podcast tour and unpacking everything — the wins, the chaos, and the moments we’re still recovering from. Silly Prune (Hannah) joins the tour in truly iconic fashion, rolling up in a hilarious Liberty unicycle with full horse energy, while Becky Moody sends us all into a collective WTF moment (yes… we nearly killed her ). Somehow, through all of this, Simon became the happiest man on earth — and you’ll want to stick around to find out exactly why. Then we take
January 14 · 1 hr 25 min
Shut Up and Ride: featuring Simon Grieve!
The latest episode of Shut Up and Ride kicks off the year exactly how we like it — with the usual chaos, laughs, and very little actual equestrian chat to begin with. Once the giggles settle (kind of), it’s training time with Simon, as he dives into how he produces his horses from the ground up. From mindset to method, Simon breaks down his approach in a way that’s honest, practical, and refreshingly real — the good, the challenging, and everything in between. It’s the perfect blend of banter a
Dec 24, 2025 · 1 hr 24 min
Shut Up, It’s Christmas
It’s our Christmas special, and things get merry, messy, and very opinionated. We kick off with a deep dive into Becky Moody’s incredible test – why it hit so hard, what made it special, and why everyone’s still talking about it. Then it’s time for Charlotte Dujardin’s comeback, and yes… we’ve got thoughts Jenny is finally back after working in Thailand, bringing sunshine stories and questionable life choices, while Ben lets us know exactly what he wants for Christmas . Simon tops it all off by
Dec 8, 2025 · 56 min
Silly Prune - 'LIVE' at Your Horse Live
LIVE on Stage at Your Horse Live — Chaos & Pet Peeves! Things got spicy in this live episode recorded at Your Horse Live as influencer Silly Prune hit the stage — and immediately found herself in a full-blown debate with Ben over the real cost of horse shoes (spoiler: no one was backing down). From there, it only got better (and weirder). Silly Prune opened up about her famously strange ways, the habits that confuse everyone, and the routines that somehow work… against all logic. Then we turned
Nov 15, 2025 · 47 min
Lewis Carrier - 'LIVE' at Your Horse Live
LIVE from the Stage at Your Horse Live In this unforgettable live podcast recording, we were joined by true dressage legend Lewis Carrier, right in the heart of the action at Your Horse Live. From the moment Lewis stepped onto the stage, the atmosphere shifted. In front of a packed audience of riders, fans, and industry professionals, he shared the real story behind the spotlight — the pressure, the passion, the setbacks, and the relentless drive that shaped his extraordinary career. We dive dee
Oct 31, 2025 · 1 hr 32 min
Lucy Robinson – no longer 'Footluce' & Fancy-Free!
Lucy Robinson joins us this week, and there is a lot to talk about — in the best way. First up: pregnancy. Lucy shares how it feels to step into a totally new chapter while still holding onto her horsey identity. We talk energy levels (or lack thereof), shifting priorities, and the surprisingly emotional task of figuring out who you are when life changes shape. It’s honest, warm, and very, very relatable. Then we move to her retraining journey with her ex-racehorse — who, let’s just say, has his