Mullins Farrier Podcast

13/12/2025

09/12/2025

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Magnus Smederöd, manager of the Swedish Farrier Team, to talk about his journey through the farriery world. Magnus shares how he first got started with horses in the early ’90s, the path that led him into farriery, and how continuous learning and advanced certification shaped his career. We get into the camaraderie he’s found at international competitions, the differences in Swedish regulation and shoeing techniques, and the growing role of technology like Hoof Beat. Magnus also opens up about the rewards and challenges of teaching, traveling, and building connections around the world.

I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

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04/12/2025

In this episode of Farrier Phone a Friend, I reconnect with Heather Beauchemin, a skilled farrier and dedicated educator. We dig into the work she’s doing to elevate farrier education - from serving as an AFA tester to her role as content editor for No Foot, No Horse Magazine. Heather also shares insights into her newest project, Study Smart Test Strong For Farriers, created to help tackle the written portions of their AFA certifications. We also get into the realities of winter shoeing, from snow pads to simple traction solutions.
I hope you enjoy the conversation, as much as I did.

For more details on Heather's test prep program:
http://study-smart-test-strong-for-farriers.teachable.com

25/11/2025

Failing to plan is planning to fail!

24/11/2025

In this weeks episode, I sit down with Manuel (Manny) Gutierrez of Farrier MX, to talk about his path from growing up in poverty in Monterrey to running a successful farrier supply company in Mexico. Manny explains how he moved from the sugar and chocolate industries into farrier supplies after spotting a gap in the market, and what it took to build something from the ground up. We get into his efforts to support and professionalize the farrier industry in Mexico, his approach to money and goal-setting, and the mindset that helped him move forward when the odds weren’t in his favour.

I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

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24/11/2025

The authors of Farriery Skills and Knowledge discuss why they chose to use photos of real feet versus diagrams.

20/11/2025

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Trussler FWCF, Jay Tovey FWCF, and Simon Curtis FWCF to explore the story behind their new farrier textbook, Farrier Skills and Knowledge - A comprehensive textbook on hoof care - from how the idea first came into being at a clinic to the collaboration that brought it to life. They share their backgrounds, the challenges of balancing writing with work and family, and what it took to manage all the components of the book’s creation. We also get into the realities of publishing, tight timelines, and the unique features of this farrier textbook.

I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.

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11/11/2025

In this episode, I sit down with Billy Bleach DipWCF, a Norfolk-based farrier with a deep passion for working with heavy horses. Billy shares his journey from discovering farriery at a young age to mastering the art of crafting handmade shoes tailored to each horse’s unique needs. He discusses the importance of early hoof care, his approach to training young horses, and his drive to inspire the next generation of farriers. From competition stories to shop talk, this conversation offers a genuine look into the craftsmanship and care behind the trade.

I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.

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09/11/2025

A snippet from our latest Farrier Phone a Friend epsiode with Mike Mehak CF - tune in now for FREE access to the full episode!