In this conversation, Dr. Steve Peters, equine neuroscientist, and Jim Masterson discuss the horse’s nervous system and what “Responses” and “Releases” might mean, from a nervous-system perspective. Dr. Peters offers some interesting insights into the common lick and chew response, the yawn response, the various hormones that are released, REM sleep, and more.
Talking about Horses, Episode 70
These three experts discuss what tension looks and feels like in the horse’s body, both from a bodywork perspective and a training perspective. They also discuss how much they enjoy learning from each other, the importance of not always being ‘the teacher’, and being open to learning.
Noëlle Floyd and Jim Masterson have a great discussion on Dear Horse World Podcast. As well as talking about how Jim started The Masterson Method and his early life, they discuss the importance of following feedback, not just theory, having a neutral agenda, and knowing when to stop.
Join eventer Sinead Halpin-Maynard and Jim Masterson for In stride! They talk about how Jim was a trend-setter (we all knew that already), working with Grand Prix show jumpers, drama queens, and how being “lazy and uneducated” was the secret to Jim’s success. You heard it here first!
“Humility, Humor and Chimps” with Jim Masterson – Join Amy and Jim in this very fun and different podcast conversation, during which they share some interesting parallel experiences, memories and viewpoints. Enjoy!
“How to Read Your Horse’s Body” with Jim Masterson – Join Samantha and Jim as they dive into the subtle signals that reveal tension, pain or restriction in your horse, and how to use Masterson Method techniques to build trust and improve performance.
Podcast on YouTube
In Spanish: The Modern Rider, Episode #67
In English: YouTube
In English: Spotify
Horse Training in Harmony podcast, Episode 189
YouTube Interview with Britta from Equine Affaire
Video Podcast on My Horse Journey website:
Guest Podcast with Jim Masterson
Audio only recordings:
Beyond Massage with Jim Masterson
also on Apple Podcast
Episode 85: Body Work, Brain Work, Bond Work – An Interview with Jim Masterson
A Mind Like Still Water – An Interview with Jim Masterson and Dylan Silver
Massage for Equine Health & Wellbeing: An Interview with Jim Masterson
Jim Masterson: The Masterson Method
Doubt the Doubt and How Just Doing What You’re Told is So Important
The Masterson Method: Relaxation, Relationship & Relieving Tension With Your Horse
Talking About Horses Live, Episode #33 with Jim Masterson
Anna Twinney Interview with Jim Masterson
