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On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal sits down with Steph White to break down breeding from the mare side — from start to finish.We cover everything from setting goals for your breeding program and properly preparing your mare, to understanding cycles, timing, and what it really takes to set her up for success. Dr. White walks through the differences between a mare carrying her...

Surprise! We are now releasing TWO episodes per week- our normal full length episodes on Wednesdays and a short something something Fridays to kick off your weekend! To start off our Real Talk Fridays we asked "Whats the Best Advice You'd Give Your Younger Self" to the Women of The West Consignors attending last weeks Colorado Horse Sale. Press play to hear some hard hitting truths that may even...

On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal sits down with Chance Sill, founder of Linxitt, to talk about what it really takes to step outside your comfort zone and build something new in the horse industry.Chance shares the mindset behind pushing boundaries — not just personally, but within an industry that often resists change. We dive into taking risks, challenging the norm, and the...

On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal shares a personal look into stepping into a new chapter and what it means to truly follow a calling.This isn’t about having it all figured out — it’s about listening to that pull, trusting the direction, and having the courage to move forward even when it doesn’t fully make sense yet. Crystal opens up about growth, change, and the decisions...

On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal sits down with Alison Trimble Paparoa and Blake Westhoff of Allison & Blake Real Estate at Coastal Realty and EquiAgent for a conversation all about finding your niche in the horse industry.This episode is full of chaos, laughs, and real talk as we dive into what it actually looks like to carve out your place in a competitive space. From...

On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal teams up with Reba Talbott, host of the Western Grace podcast, for a conversation rooted in faith, identity, and what it means to walk with purpose in the western world.Together, they talk about embracing both strength and softness, navigating life and business as women of faith, and the importance of staying grounded in who you are — even...

On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal sits down with Morgan Holmes, the 2026 World's Greatest Cowgirl, to talk about a victory that meant far more than a title.After finishing runner-up two years in a row, Morgan, and her trusty stead Monster Truk, returned with determination, perspective, and a deeper faith — to capture the title in 2026. But for Morgan, the win was more than...

On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal sits down with Donna Saddoris, the founder of CSI Saddle Pads, to talk about building a product — and a reputation — that stands the test of time.As CSI Saddle Pads celebrates 25 years in business, Donna reflects on the journey of creating a brand trusted by horsemen across the industry. From the early days of developing a saddle pad designed...

On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal sits down with Taylor Douglas, founder of Happy Horse, for an honest conversation about mental health in and out of the horse industry.Taylor opens up about the importance of speaking out, breaking stigma, and creating space for real conversations around anxiety, pressure, and emotional well-being. We talk about how the horse world can look...

On this episode of Horses, Hope & Hustle, Crystal sits down with Kristen York to talk about something every horse owner needs but few fully understand — horse insurance.From major medical and mortality coverage to liability and protecting your investment, Kristen breaks down what policies actually cover, what people often overlook, and how to make smart decisions based on your goals and your...