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The Essence of Liberty Podcast

The Essence of Liberty Podcast

Hosted by: Dr Nadine Lindblom

The Essence of Liberty Podcast is the horsemanship podcast where we discuss all things liberty to help you understand, connect, communicate and play with your horse in a gentle and force-free way! Here you will...

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32 | The Incredible Physical & Emotional Benefits of Spanish Walk

Welcome to the very first episode of 2026 ✨ In this episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast, I explore the Spanish walk through a softer and more reflective lens. Rather than focusing on how it looks from the...
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31 | Setting Liberty Goals With A Liberty Mindset

In this episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast, I invite you to slow down and reflect on what progress truly means in liberty training as we move toward a new year. This episode isn’t about setting goals around...
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30 | Feeling stuck, uninspired and unmotivated? Here are 5 strategies to find the spark again!

In this episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast, I talk about what to do when you’re feeling stuck, uninspired, or unmotivated with your horse - and why this is a completely normal part of the journey. I share...
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What is The Essence of Liberty Online Academy?

Welcome to a Special Episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast In this episode, I take a deep dive into The Essence of Liberty Online Academy—what it is, why it exists, and how it can completely transform the way you...
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29 | Managing Weight & Laminitis While Using Positive Reinforcement

In this episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast, I wanted to have an honest conversation about something that so many horse owners quietly worry about. How do we support a horse who gains weight easily or is prone...
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28 | The Fascinating Link Between Posture, Collection & Emotions

In this episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast, I explore one of my favourite topics - the way a horse’s emotions and posture influence one another. We’re all used to reading a horse’s body language, but there’s a...
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27 | Cone Exercise - Transitions

In this episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast, I’m sharing another favourite cone exercise - this time all about transitions! It’s a beautifully simple setup, but it has a remarkable way of bringing more...
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26 | Nina's Story: From Shut Down to Empowered

In this episode, I share the journey of a very special mare who completely transformed the way I work with horses. What started as a promising beginning slowly shifted into something I didn’t expect - and one moment...
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25 | The True Meaning Of Setting Up For Success

In this episode, I take you far beyond the training space and into the real foundations of liberty: your horse’s lifestyle, nervous system, and basic needs. If we want our horses to genuinely say “yes” to our...
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24 | Emphasizing The Silences

In this episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast, I explore how the pauses and silences in our communication with horses can be just as powerful as the moments of action. Inspired by a quote from a West Coast Swing...
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23 | Cone Exercise - Distance By Destination

In this episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast, I'm talking about one of my absolute favorite liberty exercises that can completely change the way your horse feels about space, connection, and confidence. If your...
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22 | From Spooky to Playful Through Liberty

In this Halloween special, Dr. Nadine Lindblom explores the spooky side of desensitising — and how some traditional methods may actually cause horses to shut down rather than truly relax. You’ll discover how to...
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