Episode 9

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18th Nov 2025

Affordability + Accessibility in the Horse World w/Piper Klemm

In this episode of Broke Horse Moms, Angie sits down with Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse, co-author of the Show Strides series, and one of the most trusted voices in equestrian education.

Together, they break down two of the biggest topics in the horse world: affordability and accessibility.

  • What do those words actually mean?
  • How do families realistically navigate a sport known for being intimidating, financially and culturally?
  • And where can moms find options even when the “traditional” paths feel out of reach?
  • The importance of having a 'teacher' in your trainer
  • Piper's thoughts on how to make a sustainable living in this sport

Whether you’re brand new to riding or knee-deep in breeches and lesson schedules, this conversation will help you understand how to create opportunity for your kid, without losing your mind or your entire savings.

Plus, a Trainer Truth Bomb every new horse parent needs to hear.

Resources + Links:

The Plaid Horse: theplaidhorse.com

Show Strides book series: https://amzn.to/480z37l (affiliate)

Follow Piper: https://www.instagram.com/piperklemmphd/

Follow The Plaid Horse Magazine: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidhorsemag/

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About the Podcast

Broke Horse Moms
Barn life, horse shows, big decisions, and the price of it all
Broke Horse Moms is the podcast for every muck boot-wearing, Venmo-draining mama raising a kid who rides. Hosted by Angie Trueblood, proud horse mom and founding member of the ‘I thought this was just a phase’ club, each episode brings real talk, expert guests, and fellow horse moms who’ve lived through what we’re still Googling. We cover everything from barn life, budgeting, and decoding show rules and point systems to horse ownership, college riding, and *gulp* what to do if they want to make this a career. It’s a journey filled with learning, laughter, and a few tears, and we’re here for all of it, together. Subscribe and join the herd!

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Angie Trueblood

Host Angie Trueblood is a podcast strategist and brand partnership expert with over a decade of experience in podcast marketing and sales, where she’s helped hundreds of brands grow through podcasting. Her deep industry knowledge and sales expertise ensure Broke Horse Moms is built not just to resonate, but to convert.

The brand has already gained impressive traction, with over 200 subscribers joining the newsletter in its first 30 days, a clear signal of the demand and connection this audience craves.

A proud horse mom herself, Angie created Broke Horse Moms to spotlight the women behind the scenes, the ones filling water buckets, writing checks, and building barn-family bonds. She brings humor, honesty, and a deep understanding of the community she serves.

Interested in partnership opportunities? Email Angie at angie@brokehorsemoms.com.