Behind the Breeding

17 July 2026

Breed Focus: The Akhal Teke

In this episode of Behind the Breeding Podcast by Stallion App, Tabs talks to Akhal Teke breeder Yorke MacGillivray. We learn about the history of the breed, the characteristics and misconceptions, and the challenges of breeding this rare breed horse.

https://akhal-teke.org/

arcanatekes.com

This podcast was brought to you by Stallion App.

StallionApp is a breeding management and social platform built specifically for horse breeders.

It combines pedigree research, test matings, mare and stallion management, breeding contracts, and real-time communication into one connected system. Breeders can follow stallions, see ongoing updates, manage breeding relationships, request and track semen shipments, log breeding and foaling events, and respond quickly to last-minute opportunities through the Spare Dose List. Instead of scattered messages, spreadsheets, and social media posts, StallionApp keeps the entire breeding picture — horses, people, and decisions — in one place.

Podcast listeners can use the coupon code APPLAUNCH to get 50% discount on all BREEDER subscriptions. Go to www.stallion-app.com to redeem.

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08 July 2026

Breeding Barrel Racers in Brazil - with Shannon Kerr

In this episode of Behind the Breeding Podcast by Stallion App, Tabs talks to barrel racing trainer and breeder Shannon Kerr. Shannon breeds and trains in Brazil, and she talks us through the ins and outs of the breeding industry in that part of the world.

Link Shannon's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/KerrShannon

Link to website: https://skbeyondtheborder.com/

This podcast was brought to you by Stallion App.

StallionApp is a breeding management and social platform built specifically for horse breeders.

It combines pedigree research, test matings, mare and stallion management, breeding contracts, and real-time communication into one connected system. Breeders can follow stallions, see ongoing updates, manage breeding relationships, request and track semen shipments, log breeding and foaling events, and respond quickly to last-minute opportunities through the Spare Dose List. Instead of scattered messages, spreadsheets, and social media posts, StallionApp keeps the entire breeding picture — horses, people, and decisions — in one place.

Podcast listeners can use the coupon code APPLAUNCH to get 50% discount on all BREEDER subscriptions. Go to www.stallion-app.com to redeem.

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25 June 2026

Breed Focus: The Cleveland Bay Horse

In this episode of Behind the Breeding Podcast by Stallion App, Tabitha talks to Gabrielle Gorden and Jason Daisey about the Cleveland Bay horse. We talk about the characteristics and breed standard of the horse, the challenges faced by breeders, and the history of this versatile and intelligent breed.

Link to the Cleveland Bay Horse Society North America: https://clevelandbay.org/wp/

Bella Vista Cleveland Bays: https://www.bellavistaclevelandbays.com/

This podcast was brought to you by Stallion App.

StallionApp is a breeding management and social platform built specifically for horse breeders.

It combines pedigree research, test matings, mare and stallion management, breeding contracts, and real-time communication into one connected system. Breeders can follow stallions, see ongoing updates, manage breeding relationships, request and track semen shipments, log breeding and foaling events, and respond quickly to last-minute opportunities through the Spare Dose List. Instead of scattered messages, spreadsheets, and social media posts, StallionApp keeps the entire breeding picture — horses, people, and decisions — in one place.

Podcast listeners can use the coupon code APPLAUNCH to get 50% discount on all BREEDER subscriptions. Go to www.stallion-app.com to redeem.

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17 June 2026

The Tough Side of Breeding Horses - with Ryan Fleetwood

In this episode of Behind the Breeding Podcast by Stallion App, Tabitha talks to Ryan Fleetwood of Fleetwood Quarter Horses. Ryan is a breeder of 30+ years, is an AQHA Professional Horseman, is on the AQHA International Committee, and today he tells us about one of the worst days he has experienced as a breeder. Ryan also explains his breeding philosophy, and tell us about his long-established breeding program.

Link to Fleetwood Quarter Horses: https://www.fleetwoodquarterhorses.com

Link to Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FleetwoodFarmsQuarterHorses

This podcast was brought to you by Stallion App.

StallionApp is a breeding management and social platform built specifically for horse breeders.

It combines pedigree research, test matings, mare and stallion management, breeding contracts, and real-time communication into one connected system. Breeders can follow stallions, see ongoing updates, manage breeding relationships, request and track semen shipments, log breeding and foaling events, and respond quickly to last-minute opportunities through the Spare Dose List. Instead of scattered messages, spreadsheets, and social media posts, StallionApp keeps the entire breeding picture — horses, people, and decisions — in one place.

Podcast listeners can use the coupon code APPLAUNCH to get 50% discount on all BREEDER subscriptions. Go to www.stallion-app.com to redeem.

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03 June 2026

Being Gifted a Stallion

In this episode of Behind the Breeding by Stallion App, Tabs talks to Nicolette Merle-Smith of Merle-Smith Sporthorses. We talk about how Nicolette was gifted the stallion Raven Sky by Denny Emerson, the challenges and benefits of stallion ownership ... and chestnut mares!

Link to Merle -Smith Sporthorses: https://www.virginiafieldhunters.com/

Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/merlesmithsporthorses

This podcast was brought to you by Stallion App.

StallionApp is a breeding management and social platform built specifically for horse breeders.

It combines pedigree research, test matings, mare and stallion management, breeding contracts, and real-time communication into one connected system. Breeders can follow stallions, see ongoing updates, manage breeding relationships, request and track semen shipments, log breeding and foaling events, and respond quickly to last-minute opportunities through the Spare Dose List. Instead of scattered messages, spreadsheets, and social media posts, StallionApp keeps the entire breeding picture — horses, people, and decisions — in one place.

Podcast listeners can use the coupon code SPRING26 to get 50% discount on all BREEDER subscriptions. Go to www.stallion-app.com to redeem.

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18 May 2026

Nintendo Clones - with Charlotte Jorst

In this episode of Behind the Breeding by Stallion App, Tabs talks to the very inspriring Charlotte Jorst about her Grand Prix dressage stallion Nintendo, and her decision to clone him.

Links to Charlotte's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566913231050

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlottejorst/

Kastel Denmark: https://kasteldenmark.com/

Viagen pet cloning company: https://viagenpets.com/

This podcast is brought to you by Stallion App. Stallion App is horse breeding software with mare-side and stallion-side functionality, as well as an all-breed pedigree database and the ability for mare owners and stallion owners to connect within the app.

You can check us out at www.stallion-app.com, and if you use the coupon code SPRING26, you will get 50% off your entire subscription.

With fewer than three mares, Stallion App is completely free to use on a breeder subscription.

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Behind the Breeding

Latest episodes

Breed Focus: The Akhal Teke

Breeding Barrel Racers in Brazil - with Shannon Kerr

Breed Focus: The Cleveland Bay Horse

The Tough Side of Breeding Horses - with Ryan Fleetwood

Being Gifted a Stallion

Nintendo Clones - with Charlotte Jorst