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OTTB on Tap
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OTTB on Tap

OTTB on Tap is a podcast focused on all aspects of Off Track Thoroughbreds. Hosted by Emily Kocubinski and Niamh O'Connell, the podcast explores the care, retraining, and experiences of OTTBs after their racing careers. The show features special series like the 'RRP Trainer Chronicles,' highlighting trainers preparing horses for the Retired Racehorse Project, and 'OTTB Underdogs,' sharing stories of horses overcoming the odds.

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S3 E1: OTTB on Tap Returns: Burnout, Balance & the Year of the Horse
S3 E1: OTTB on Tap Returns: Burnout, Balance & the Year of the Horse
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S3 E1: OTTB on Tap Returns: Burnout, Balance & the Year of the Horse
Dec. 30, 2025

S3 E1: OTTB on Tap Returns: Burnout, Balance & the Year of the Horse

After a season of intense growth, big goals, and even bigger emotions, OTTB on Tap is back for Season 3. In this return episode, Niamh and Emily come up for air and reflect honestly on burnout, boundaries, and what it really ...

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S2 E35: Expect the Unexpected: Harley Whittaker on Training OTTBs for Dressage, Rider Fitness & the Road to Kentucky | RRP Trainer Chronicles
Sept. 18, 2025

S2 E35: Expect the Unexpected: Harley Whittaker on Training OTTBs for Dressage, Rider Fitness & the Road to Kentucky | RRP Trainer Chronicles

In this RRP Trainer Chronicles update from OTTB on Tap, we sit down again with dressage trainer Harley Whittaker of HW Dressage in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania to hear the latest on her 2025 RRP Makeover partner, Juancho (“Jack”) ....
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S2 E34 | Double the OTTBs, Double the Disciplines: Chelsey O’Brien’s Journey with Peppy & Fuzzy | RRP Trainer Chronicles
Sept. 4, 2025

S2 E34 | Double the OTTBs, Double the Disciplines: Chelsey O’Brien’s Journey with Peppy & Fuzzy | RRP Trainer Chronicles

In this installment of RRP Trainer Chronicles , an OTTB on Tap Original Series , we catch up with returning trainer Chelsey O’Brien as her 2025 RRP Makeover journey takes shape. This year, Chelsey is retraining two very diffe...
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S2 E33: Stephanie Parkot's Summer of Progress with Sterling Honor | RRP Trainer Chronicles
Aug. 21, 2025

S2 E33: Stephanie Parkot's Summer of Progress with Sterling Honor | RRP Trainer Chronicles

We’re back with Stephanie Parkot for round two of her RRP Trainer Chronicles journey—and wow, what a summer she and her OTTB Sterling Honor (by Honor Code, from New Vocations) have had. From tackling a Mounted Police Clinic w...
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S2 E32: More Than a Rider: Shannon Riley on Body Image, Online Criticism & Mental Health in the Saddle (Pt2)
July 22, 2025

S2 E32: More Than a Rider: Shannon Riley on Body Image, Online Criticism & Mental Health in the Saddle (Pt2)

In Part 2 of our candid conversation with Shannon Riley of Infinity Sport Horse , we go beyond the arena to talk about the challenges many riders face but few openly discuss—body image, online criticism, and the mental health...
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S2 E31: Why OTTBs Win Her Heart: Shannon Riley on Retraining Thoroughbreds and Building Infinity Sport Horse
July 18, 2025

S2 E31: Why OTTBs Win Her Heart: Shannon Riley on Retraining Thoroughbreds and Building Infinity Sport Horse

In this episode of OTTB on Tap , we sit down with Shannon Riley of Infinity Sport Horse for Part 1 of a powerful two-part conversation. Based in Aiken, South Carolina, Shannon is a professional eventer, OTTB trainer, and resa...
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S2 E29: A Tale of Two OTTBs: Chelsey O’Brien on Confidence, Giving Back & RRP Dreams
June 26, 2025

S2 E29: A Tale of Two OTTBs: Chelsey O’Brien on Confidence, Giving Back & RRP Dreams

Virginia-based trainer Chelsey O’Brien returns to OTTB on Tap as she gears up for the 2025 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover—this time with two OTTBs and twice the determination. Representing the nonprofit Pastu...
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S2 E28: Meet Ruby Bleu: Amanda Chance’s Warhorse Partner for the 2025 RRP
June 17, 2025

S2 E28: Meet Ruby Bleu: Amanda Chance’s Warhorse Partner for the 2025 RRP

In this RRP Trainer Chronicles episode of OTTB on Tap , we sit down with adult amateur eventer, longtime Thoroughbred advocate, and sporthorse breeder Amanda Chance , who’s making her Retired Racehorse Project Makeover debut ...
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S2 E27: Jockey Ramon Moya: From Bugboy Grind to Winning Jock & Social Media Game-Changer
June 12, 2025

S2 E27: Jockey Ramon Moya: From Bugboy Grind to Winning Jock & Social Media Game-Changer

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of substance use and mentions of suicide. If these topics are sensitive for you, please listen with care. Resources and support links are included at the end of the episode de...
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S2 E26: Not Just for Warmbloods: Harley Whittaker on Dressage with OTTBs
June 10, 2025

S2 E26: Not Just for Warmbloods: Harley Whittaker on Dressage with OTTBs

Welcome back to RRP Trainer Chronicles , an OTTB on Tap Original Series following the riders and retrainers headed to the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover. In this episode, we’re talking dressage, Thoroughbreds, and that all-import...
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Madeline C | June 11, 2024

Absolutely love this podcast.

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Christin S | Feb. 8, 2024

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Paige M | May 9, 2024

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StrideNSpice | Dec. 11, 2024

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"I found this podcast over the spring/summer 2024 and I've been THOROUGHbred-ly enjoying it. I have always loved OTTBs and have two currently (plus one over the rainbow bridge). I've ridden many, ca…"

Stephanie Marie Scribner | Dec. 27, 2024

8 out of 5 ⭐️s

"Seriously one of the best equine podcasts out there. Especially about thoroughbreds! These two are so easy to listen to and keeps the listeners engaged in the topic they’re talking about. Love that …"

JulesPrk | Dec. 27, 2024

An OTTB Lovers Dream Podcast

"Finally, a podcast that gives OTTBs the recognition they deserve! It’s so refreshing to listen and learn from people who are so passionate and knowledgeable about thoroughbreds. From pedigrees and co…"

Emersyne Kearns | Dec. 30, 2024

Like chatting with friends

"This is a great posdcast for all of us that love OTTBs and love talking about them! It feels like you're sitting around your living room chatting with your friends about horses...what more could you …"

Jaime Daly | Jan. 17, 2025
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