In this episode, Jenny Rudall and Simey Grieve welcome the brilliant (and at times hilarious) Michael Duffy, international show jumper and all-round good sport. From growing up in a horsey household to navigating the competitive show jumping circuit, Michael takes us behind the scenes of his life in the ring—and out of it.

They chat about everything from natural talent vs hard work, mental resilience, and the evolution of riding styles, to the commercialisation of the sport and what the future might hold. But it’s not all serious—Michael’s sharp wit shines through, especially in a brilliantly relatable “What’s Annoyed You This Week” segment that will have horsey listeners nodding (and laughing) in agreement.

Honest, insightful, and properly funny—this is one you don’t want to miss.

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More great content from Ben and Simon plus Nina Barbour talks horses, shows & vision

Ben and Simon are running the show this week while Jenny's off working — the lads kick things off with their usual mix of mischief and musings — from questionable golf references to the chaos of show season prep.

In the second half, they’re joined by the legendary Nina Barbour, founder of Bolesworth, who brings both wit and wisdom to the conversation. From the challenges of running one of Britain’s top show venues to her upcoming ride in the Magnolia Cup for charity,

Nina shares a great 'what's annoyed you' this week, where Ben also vents about being judged while out with his baby, and Simon has a few words about Badmonton Horse Trials.

Expect laughs, honesty, and some cracking insights into the equestrian world.

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Nashville Nightmares, Eventing Ethics & the Weight of Loss

In this week’s episode of Shut Up and Ride, Simon and Jenny sit down for a candid catch-up that’s equal parts hilarious and heartfelt. Jenny spills the tea on her outrageous escapades in Nashville – from questionable karaoke to cowboy boot blisters – and Simon can barely keep it together.

But it’s not all laughs. The duo tackles a controversial topic in the equestrian world: when riders experience near-disasters in eventing, should they be allowed to carry on? They dig into the tough questions around rider responsibility, safety, and the ongoing conversation about horse welfare.

Finally, they reflect on something deeper – the grief of losing horses and people we love, and how those losses shape us both in and out of the saddle.

An episode full of laughs, thought-provoking debate, and honest emotion – don’t miss it.

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