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Women’s History Month: Lozen the Apache War Prophet

March 27, 2025Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#apache, #equestrian, #HISTORY, #nativeamerican, #womenshistorymonthComments Off

Lozen fought against Mexican and American forces for 30 years, earning the nickname “Apache Joan of Arc.” (more…)

Five Years on Horseback: An Epic Journey Across the Americas

March 25, 2025Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#ENDURANCE, #equestrian, #longdistanceriding, #NEWSComments Off

Olivia and Ben, a Canadian and an Aussie, are crossing the Americas from bottom to top with horses, following the famously known Pan-American Highway that starts in Ushuaia, Argentina and finishes in Alaska. (more…)

Women’s History Month: The Pretty Horsebreakers

March 18, 2025Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#bridgerton, #equestrian, #HISTORY, #womenshistorymonthComments Off

The pretty horsebreakers of Victorian London mastered both horses and men, during a time when women’s role in society was extremely limited. (more…)

Women’s History Month: Boudica

March 10, 2025Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#archaeology, #celtic, #equestrian, #HISTORY, #womenshistorymonthComments Off

The queen of the Iceni in the first century CE rebelled against Roman rule and burned down London.
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Women’s History Month: Scythia and Sarmatia

March 6, 2025Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#amazonwarriors, #equestrian, #HISTORY, #sarmatians, #scythians, #Ukraine, #womenshistorymonth, #womenwarriorsComments Off

A fascinating blend of mythology and archaeological evidence, today we explore the legendary warrior women of ancient Scythia and Sarmatia, renowned for their equestrian prowess and fearsome reputations.
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Horses at The Met: Bring on the Chonks

August 20, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#ART, #equestrian, #HISTORY, #horse, #horseart, #museumComments Off

This summer I visited The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and what I found were some absolute units. Oh, they thic thicc. (more…)

Friday Flicks: My Lady Jane (2024)

August 16, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#equestrian, #fridayflicks, #horse, #movieComments Off

An alternate history retelling of the real-life English noblewoman, Lady Jane Grey. I watched it and I think you’ll want to.

Horses at The Met: Mare Glare and More

August 13, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#ART, #equestrian, #FUNNY, #horse, #horseartComments Off

This summer I visited The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and I was struck by two things. One, there are horses everywhere. Two, most of them are so over it. (more…)

Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself: An Op-Ed and a Rant

August 6, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#equestrian, #horse, #inthenews, Olympics, Op-edComments Off

The muck hit the stall fan. Now we all have to figure out how to handle it. Amanda Uechi Ronan takes a moment to discuss how to move forward following the drama surrounding Charlotte Dujardin. (more…)

Horses at The Met: Weird, Wonderful and Empowering

August 3, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#ART, #equestrian, #HISTORY, #horseComments Off

This summer I visited The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and what I found was that horses, in any form, intrigue me. (more…)

The 12 Types of Horses

June 25, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#equestrian, HUMORComments Off

As depicted in a set of prints by Thomas Rowlandson in 1799. (more…)

Please Keep Your Hands To Yourself: An Op-Ed And A Rant

May 23, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#equestrian, #oped, #opinionComments Off

Amanda makes a case for proper social etiquette… and maybe spirals just a little bit. (more…)

Celebrity Equestrians: Kendall Jenner

May 17, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#CELEBRITY, #equestrianComments Off

In a new Vogue feature, the supermodel details her lifetime of loving horses. (more…)

1,800 Year Old Celtic Mother, Daughter and Horse Discovered

May 15, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#archaeology, #celtic, #equestrian, #horseComments Off

The Roman-era skeletons were discovered in what is present-day Austria. (more…)

Barn Aisle Chats: Mares vs. Geldings vs. Stallions with Payton

May 9, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#barnaislechats, #equestrian, #maresvsgeldings, #SCIENCE, #SURVEYComments Off

This week we speak with Payton, a Master’s student at Sul Ross State University, about the eternal debate. And we can all be a part of the discussion… by taking a survey! (more…)

Celebrity Equestrians: Prince Harry’s “Secret” Netflix Project

April 26, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#CELEBRITY, #equestrian, #POLO, #princeharryComments Off

The docuseries, which will feature polo, will “pull the curtain back on the grit and passion of the sport.” (more…)

Women’s History Month: Anne Blunt, Lady of the Horses

March 19, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#Arabians, #equestrian, #HISTORY, #womenshistorymonthComments Off

Lady Anne Blunt was a trailblazer in the world of Arabian horse breeding and preservation. (more…)

Celebrity Equestrians: Sistine Stallone

March 15, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#CELEBRITY, #equestrianComments Off

Episode 6 of The Family Stallone, a streaming reality television series, features Sistine getting back in the saddle. (more…)

Women’s History Month: Zenobia, the Equestrian Rebel

March 12, 2024Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#equestrian, #HISTORY, #womenshistorymonth, #womenwarriorsComments Off

As the Queen of Palmyra in the third century, Zenobia was known for her exceptional equestrian skills, riding into battle at the head of her armies to take on the Roman Empire. (more…)

So You Think You Can… Be An Equine Chiropractor?

August 29, 2023Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#equestrian, #horse, #horsejob, #soyouthinkyoucanComments Off

“So You Think You Can…” is a series that highlights jobs in the horse industry. We’ll speak to professionals and figure out what it takes if you’re interested in a career change. This week we discuss equine chiropractic care. (more…)

Barn Aisle Chats: Falling in Love with Erin

August 24, 2023Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#barnaislechats, #BOOK, #equestrian, #horse, #POLOComments Off

Barn Aisle Chats is a new series where we’ll meet equestrians from all walks of life and disciplines. Today, we chat with Erin Lindsay McCabe about her new steamy polo rom-com. (more…)

In The News: Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Horse ‘Cult’ Pyramid

August 22, 2023Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#archaeology, #equestrian, #horse, #inthenewsComments Off

Archaeologists from the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University (ENU) recently uncovered a step pyramid dating to the early 2nd millennium BCE. (more…)

Barn Aisle Chats: Physio With Dr. Aaron

August 17, 2023Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#barnaislechats, #equestrian, #horse, #horsechiropractorComments Off

In Barn Aisle Chats we meet equestrians from all walks of life and disciplines. Today, we chat with Dr. Arianna Aaron, DC about her love for horses and equine integrative medicine.

Summer School: Evolution of the Saddle

July 18, 2023Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#equestrian, #horse, #SADDLE, #themoreyouknowComments Off

The evolution of the saddle spans thousands of years, and it has undergone significant changes in design, materials, and functionality.
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In The News: Archaeologists Find Evidence of Earliest Known Equestrians

May 16, 2023Amanda Uechi RonanAmanda Uechi Ronan#anthropology, #equestrian, #HISTORY, #NEWS, #SCIENCEComments Off

A recent discovery reveals humans may have been riding horses at least 5,000 years ago, over 1,000 years earlier than previously thought.
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