In this episode of Taking the Reins, Clay sits down with former Major League Baseball star Roy Oswalt — known for his fierce competitive spirit, calm command on the mound, and career spent performing under pressure.

But today, Roy isn’t just talking baseball — he’s diving into life after the big leagues and his role as a supportive dad to a horse-obsessed daughter.

Together, we explore:

• The mindset required to perform under intense pressure
• Handling nerves and failure — whether you’re pitching under stadium lights or showing horses
• The transition from professional athlete to the normal world
• How to support a child’s passion without taking over
• The surprising parallels between riding horses and elite athletic performance

Whether you’re a rider, athlete, parent, or competitive soul, this conversation is packed with humor, perspective, and wisdom.

Tune in — and take the reins.

In this episode, Clay sits down with Sara Holt, an equine feed sales representative for Nutrena Feeds, to talk all things horse nutrition, customer relationships, and the real-world challenges of feeding performance horses. Sara shares her journey into the equine feed industry, what it’s like working in the field with horse owners and barns every day, and how she helps clients choose the right feed for their program. Whether you're managing a large facility or just want to better understand what’s going in your horse’s feed bucket, Sara offers practical insights that will help you make more informed decisions.

Contact Sara at sara_holt@cargill.com

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In this episode of Taking the Reins, Clay Cavinder sits down with Katie Schroeder, owner of Equiflight, a premier international horse transport company. Katie takes us behind the scenes of what it really takes to move horses across the globe—by air. From health certifications to flight logistics and in-flight horse care, she shares the fascinating details of an often-overlooked corner of the equine industry. But the conversation goes well beyond horse travel. Katie also opens up about the grit and perseverance it takes to run a successful business, how she built Equiflight from the ground up, and the life lessons she’s learned along the way. Whether you're an equestrian, entrepreneur, or just love a good story about passion and persistence, this episode has something for you.