Lacey Markt (silent 'k') is a wife, mom of three, and author of books for 10-12 year-olds that captivate with imagination, humor, and gospel-centered messages. Her series, The Eagleboy Exploits, is an action-adventure series about a sixth grader whose big imagination transforms him into a superhero. The first book, The Great Friend Feud, is availab…

Glenda Shaw is someone who writes to help others overcome past abuse to find healing, peace, and joy. Her story of God's goodness didn't happen overnight, and it will inspire you to not only put your head down and keep praying, but lift your hands out and say, "It's all yours, God." Glenda's book introduces the Holy Spirit and His practical role in…

This conversation with Josiah was such a delight. His perspective on teaching and the control we really [don't] have on people's lives and decisions was freeing, and I hope it blesses you. Josiah's book, A Study of Shattered Spells is on Kickstarter! As of the release of this episode, you can still back his project. But because you might be listeni…

Daniel Warner shares his story of God's goodness in learning to walk in obedience. Author and blogger Daniel P. Warner recently launched the Burning Bush Blog series of Bible studies, designed to model a simple 4-step method for studying scripture based on Chuck Swindoll's book, Searching the Scriptures. The mission of the blogs is "Equipping men w…

Rosa, my friend and sister in Christ, shares her harrowing tale of human trafficking and modern-day slavery. But God worked it all for GOOD, as He promised, and His love is flowing through her to our neighbors. Here are ways you can support Rosa and her mission: 1. PRAY - pray for protection, pray against the spiritual forces of evil, pray for the …

Dr. Catherine Hill is a math person who never expected to have her name on the cover of a book. This is an interview with a woman who followed where God led for years and finally got to see the beautiful story He has woven. Here are the links mentioned in the interview: https://www.instagram.com/thechroniccreatorco/ Catherine's website and sign up …

I rang in the new year at a Jazz Club in New Orleans. Three hours later a scene of evil, chaos, and tragedy unfolded. Where is God in this? To read the blog post about New Year's in New Orleans, click here: https://www.liveridelearn.com/nolanewyears For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLearn.com. This is also the place to s…

We've been celebrating God's goodness and the way He shows up in our lives, so today on Christmas, we celebrate the ultimate display of God's goodness. To read my fiction short story of Christmas night from the donkey's perspective, here's the link to a free download <3 https://dl.bookfunnel.com/bgnqjps2de For more information on me or my books, ch…

Meet Hope Rusnak, a pastor's wife, mom of four young kids, and recipient of God's amazing grace and provision. Christmas of 2023 was one of miracles for the Rusnak family who had picked up and moved to St. Louis to follow God's call. Stuck in an apartment with mold issues and mushrooms and paying the mortgage for their house in Colorado that wasn't…

When God put a dream in Meredith Davis's heart to write and traditionally publish a book, she had no idea the amount of time she would spend waiting and growing. But God's delay was not His denial - it's His story of goodness and working through the details. Follow @meredithdavisauthor on Instagram to see her "Minor Miracles" and check out her webs…

We're storytellers telling stories of God's goodness. Meet Katrina Balding Bills, wife, human mom, horse mom, Mary Kay girl, author, and a woman with some big stories to share. This is the second of 2 episodes where Katrina shares her stories. If you missed the first one, be sure to go back and listen. To follow Katrina or learn more about her book…

We're storytellers telling stories of God's goodness. Meet Katrina Balding Bills, wife, human mom, horse mom, Mary Kay girl, author, and a woman with some big stories to share. Every year Katrina posts on Facebook, reminding herself, family, and friends of the days that could have snuffed out her life on earth. She remembers, just like God called t…

The LiveRideLearn podcast is shifting it's focus, and I couldn't be more excited! In the episode, I mentioned I would like to know who all of these listeners are because I only have one mom! I neglected to mention, I have an amazing mother-in-law. But even then, that's just 2 listeners. Who else is listening? For all the links to places you can ord…

With the audiobook partially released, I wanted my loyal podcast listeners to be the FIRST to hear the news! If you would like to be a part of my audiobook launch team, please email me at [email protected] If you would like to request that your library carry the audiobook version of Finding Gideon, you will need the audio ISBN number, wh…

Did you love Misty of Chincoteague, King of the Wind, Brighty, or any of Marguerite Henry's 60-something books? If so, you will LOVE this deep dive into the life of legendary author Marguerite Henry. Our guest, Susan Friedland, spent two years learning about all things Marguerite Henry. She wrote an enchanting biography meets memoir about the exper…

Season 3 is HERE!!! I'm kicking it off with Chapter 7 of Finding Gideon. IF you haven't listened to the previous chapters, catch it here at LiveRideLearn.com OR scroll back in your podcast player. Finding Gideon is officially available on Amazon if you don't want to wait for me to eventually get it all out on the podcast (no guarantees there, btw).…

Finding Gideon is out in the world! I invited fellow author Susan Friedland to chat with me about the book release. From what it's like to have my book baby out in the world to what took so long, nothing was off limits. To see Finding Gideon, go to http://www.liveridelearn.com/books To check out Susan Friedland and learn more about her books and bl…

Not everything goes like we think it will, and in Chapter 6 of Finding Gideon, I get an extra dose of reality. This episode also includes a really exciting announcement! For more information on my next adventure involving the adorable "The Don of Squan" aka "Danny", be sure to follow along on Instagram, www.instagram.com/liveridelearn Maybe I'll ge…

In this episode of the LiveRideLearn Podcast, I'm reading Chapter 5 of Finding Gideon. This is the work of Sarah Hickner and may not be duplicated or used without her permission. A quick Kickstarter update - as of 11:25am EST on Feb. 21, it is 80% funded with less than $1000 to go! Feb. 21 is my birthday, and I would LOVE to have this project funde…

It's a big week! Hear the LiveRideLearn origin story and all about how I would love to partner with you on the next steps of this journey. I'm doing a Kickstarter to bring Finding Gideon to the world with excellence! Here's the link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/findinggideon/finding-gideon Thank you for being a part of this journey with me…

The story continues to unfold from Sarah's memoir, Finding Gideon. The EMT workers have scraped her off the track and are heading to a hospital, and we see a little more of the backstory of how she got to this place. New to the podcast? If you love inspirational stories, this is the one you'll want to follow. Check out the synopsis of Finding Gideo…

Dive in with me to the story of Silas: the ups and downs and the gift in all of it. For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLearn.com. This is also the place to subscribe to my newsletter and receive email updates on the podcast and the writing desk! I'm most active on Instagram and would love to connect! @author_sarah_hickner…

Welcome to the LiveRideLearn Podcast and the very first ever public reading of CHAPTER THREE of my memoir, Finding Gideon! That subtitle isn't set in stone yet, and the cover is temporary, but isn't it fun to be a part of the process?This chapter has not seen an editor yet, so things are subject to change. This is 100% my (Sarah Hickner) work and u…

Welcome to the LiveRideLearn Podcast and the very first ever public reading of CHAPTER TWO of my memoir, Finding Gideon! That subtitle isn't set in stone yet, and the cover is temporary, but isn't it fun to be a part of the process? This chapter has not seen an editor yet, so things are subject to change. This is 100% my (Sarah Hickner) work and un…

Welcome to the LiveRideLearn Podcast and the very first ever public reading of CHAPTER ONE of my memoir, Finding Gideon! That subtitle isn't set in stone yet, and the cover is temporary, but isn't it fun to be a part of the process? This chapter has not seen an editor yet, so things are subject to change. This is 100% my (Sarah Hickner) work and un…

We are gearing up for the inaugural Philadelphia Polo Classic! In this episode, I chat with two graduates of the Work to Ride program who will also be competing at the event. Shariah and Marc Harris talk about what it was like growing up in the program, where they are now, and of course, polo! To purchase tickets to the event, visit www.philadelphi…

Pat Kelly, the founder of Ebony Horsewomen, has made a life out of bringing hope and healing to the kids of Hartford, CT. In this interview, she shares how horses gave her hope and peace, and how she decided to share the goodness of horses with kids, families, and veterans through an urban riding center. To learn more about Ebony Horsewomen and the…

Who doesn't love a good horse book? And who doesn't love chatting horses? If the answer is "not me," I'm not sure this episode is for you, but give it a try and see! This week, new author Sarah Welk Baynum is on the show to chat all things horses and books. We commiserate over off the track Thoroughbred shenanigans, track changes from editors, and …

I find that almost all the lessons I learn around horses can be applied to regular life. Last month I welcomed a new horse into the family. He's my first young project in a decade, and it's put me in a reflective mood. In this episode, I share some of my favorite pieces of wisdom I've picked up over the years - for horses and life. Want to follow m…

Have you ever had a dream come true, only to be met with tough emotions you didn't expect? Have you ever been on vacation and found yourself frustrated because you're pulled from your daily routine or to-do list? This week something I have been working toward for months finally came together, and I was heartbroken over it. It was the last thing I e…

Natalie Keller Reinert took an unconventional route in life, which is one of the reasons she can bring so many places and experiences to life in her fiction. When I read her book, Runaway Alex, I immediately fell in love, so much so that I wrote a blog post about it, and dropped everything to invite her on the podcast. Our chat spans from sharing o…

Donna Brothers, champion female jockey, joined us to chat all things racetrack. From giving racehorses second careers to handling rude people with grace, our conversation was enlightening and educational. For more information on the episode, check out www.LiveRideLearn.com and Streamhorse.tv Love that epic intro song? You can find the song here: ht…

Kareem Rosser, the author of the award-winning book, Crossing the Line: A Fearless Team of Brothers and the Sport that Changed Their Lives Forever, joins us for this week's episode. Rosser's story is entertaining, funny, gut-wrenching, and inspiring. In our conversation we chat about breakfast, all things polo, and ideas for helping break the cycle…

This episode was originally titled “what’s the big idea?” And the title was changed. This one’s much better don’t you think? Did you tune into Episode 1 of this season's LiveRideLearn Podcast? If so, you heard me drop a huge teaser. I was so mean! I told you over and over that I had this exciting announcement, and it was coming, and then I brought …

Meet Cynthia Tootie Anderson, horsewoman and author. In this interview, she tells about her $10 horse that took her coast to coast, winning competitions and setting records. Together they defied the odds and blazed a path that can encourage us in our own lives. Extra Info: Isn't that intro song incredible? It's a song called So Darey by Bus Window.…

Welcome back! We are officially in season 2 of LiveRideLearn! In episode one, you get a heads up of what to expect for season 2 (there is a BIG secret!), and a throwback to the roots of LRL - a story. If the title of the episode didn't give it away, it's a tale of lies and imposter syndrome. I got hit dead center with it, and once I made it to the …

Just a little check in For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLearn.com. This is also the place to subscribe to my newsletter and receive email updates on the podcast and the writing desk! I'm most active on Instagram and would love to connect! @author_sarah_hickner To follow me on Amazon, go to www.Amazon/com/author/sarahhic…

Want more joy?! This episode shares one of my simple shifts that helps me find more joy. To find me on Instagram check out www.Instagram.com/LiveRideLearn. To get your free short story go to www.LiveRideLearn.com. To read my book (!!!!) check out Stories from the Barn Aisle on Amazon! For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLe…

Faith, popular YouTuber and instagramer shares about becoming a horse owner. Just two years ago she knew nothing and her new horse refused to let her catch him. Today she shares with the world the joy she has found in Liberty training with her horse Zach. Find her on YouTube here https://youtu.be/rgWt8akUr9M and on Instagram at https://instagram.co…

Did you know Medina Spirit was sold for $1000 as a yearling? And how does that compare to his competitors in the derby? Was his win really THAT surprising?! The 2021 Kentucky Derby recap is here! Did you see the race?! Dive with me into fun facts and figures on what makes this years winner so special. Then we take a look into some other horses in t…

Have you dreamed of experiencing the Run for the Roses yourself? Today we’re diving into what it’s like to be at the Derby! Be sure to dm me with your Derby questions for tomorrow’s episode. Find me on IG @liveridelearn or check out my web site LiveRideLearn.com For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLearn.com. This is also t…

It’s Derby Fever y’all!!! Dive in to hear my Derby day must haves as well as how to pick a pony. Also I talked all about one of my favorite items in the episode and promised to post the recipe- the web site no longer exists. I’m going to post the recipe on the blog on LiveRideLearn.com. I can’t wait to hear which pony you’re putting your money on! …

People keep asking me about the lessons I’ve learned from writing a book, so after a lot of thought I mapped out 3 to share in this episode. Whether your goal is to write a book, run a marathon, or survive the day with a smile, these are things we could all use more of in our lives. For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLear…

Finally, as long promised, I’m reading a story from my Stories from the Barn Aisle book! It’s like a free audio book! It’s been one of the more complex ones to work through (I made changes to the story even after recording this), but also one of my favorite. Probably because it was such an epic, embarrassing, and in hind sight, hilarious moment. Th…

Come back in time with me to a story of failure, struggle and success, and one of my biggest takeaways from it all. What did you take away from the story? For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLearn.com. This is also the place to subscribe to my newsletter and receive email updates on the podcast and the writing desk! I'm mo…

People keep asking me how on earth I’m getting everything done. So, I spent a few minutes sharing how I’m doing everything (momming, podcasting 2 shows, writing, blogging, wifing, horse riding, and continuing to build my Mary Kay biz!...oh yeah AND exercising). I’m tired just listing it all. Then I also wanted to share what’s going on with the book…

I’m throwing another life coping hack at you. Sometimes it comes down to these two little words... For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLearn.com. This is also the place to subscribe to my newsletter and receive email updates on the podcast and the writing desk! I'm most active on Instagram and would love to connect! @autho…

Part 2: Special guest Magen Thurman brings it, discussing her Instagram video series and juggling all the things. From leading worship to being a Mom, she keeps it real and raw. God is using her! Find her on IG @magenthurman and on Spotify as Magen Thurman For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLearn.com. This is also the pla…

Special guest Magen Thurman brings it, discussing her Instagram video series and juggling all the things. From leading worship to being a Mom, she keeps it real and raw. God is using her! Find her on IG @magenthurman and on Spotify as Magen Thurman For more information on me or my books, check out www.LiveRideLearn.com. This is also the place to su…

This week martial arts Instructor Sethi from Oriental Sports Academy & OSA Women on Top tells her own story on perseverance and how it shaped her into a businesswoman who lifts others up. To learn more about Instructor Sethi visit www.osafamily.com and www.osawomenontop.com. You can find me, host of this podcast @liveridelearn on IG and www.LiveRid…