#47 From Racehorses to Cow Horses with Manda McCarthy

Some people wait for opportunities. Others create them. This week on **Horses, Hope & Hustle**, host Crystal Show sits down with horse trainer **Manda McCarthy**, whose journey has taken her from racing Thoroughbreds in Australia to training Warmbloods, and now building a career in the **cow horse and cutting horse industry**. What makes Manda's story so inspiring isn't just the variety of horses she's trained — it's her mindset. Every time she set her sights on a new goal, she was willing to start from the bottom, put her nose to the grindstone, and do whatever it took to learn. She believes that becoming a better horseman starts with becoming a better student, and she's never stopped chasing knowledge that helps both her and her horses improve. This conversation is about embracing the uncomfortable, trusting the process, and having the courage to reinvent yourself in pursuit of the life you want. Whether you're chasing a dream in the **equine industry** or simply trying to become better than you were yesterday, Manda's story is proof that hard work, humility, and a willingness to learn can take you farther than you ever imagined. **Topics covered**: horse training, cutting horses, cow horses, Thoroughbred racing, Warmblood training, horsemanship, mindset, entrepreneurship in the horse industry, personal growth. Follow Manda on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amandaraemccarthy **Brought to you by Colorado Horse Sale** — quality ranch, trail, and performance horses. Next sales: Aug 22 (Eaton) & Oct 10 (Montrose) Visit- www.coloradohorsesale.com Book your getaway at https://www.thejenniferjournals.com/ Support the show Whether you found us by accident or on purpose (bonus points if you did), we're glad you're here. This is the official home of **Horses Hope & Hustle** — a podcast about horse life, entrepreneurship, faith, and the grit it takes to chase what matters. I'm your host, **Crystal Show**. Here, we dive into the real and the raw: stories from the saddle, lessons from the tough days, and honest conversations about **horsemanship, personal growth, and building a life you're proud of**. This space was created with honesty, purpose, and heart — for **lifelong horse people, equestrian entrepreneurs, and anyone chasing meaning** in the middle of life's chaos. New episodes feature **horse trainers, equine professionals, and everyday hustlers** sharing real stories about **faith, resilience, and reinvention**. So whether you're listening from the saddle, the pickup, or with coffee at the kitchen table — welcome. Subscribe, follow along, and make yourself at home. This is **Horses Hope & Hustle** — welcome to the ride. **Topics include**: horse life, equine education, entrepreneurship, faith, grit, personal growth. Follow our website for merch, blog content, and more: horseshopeandhustle.com