In this episode of The Mounting Block, Marissa shares the hilarious tale of her whirlwind 48 hours as a brand-new pony owner — complete with a cheeky Houdini pony determined to test her patience (and her fences!).

After the laughter, Oriel and Marissa welcome guest Claire Riley from claireriley.co, a business coach who helps business owners back themselves with confidence. Claire talks about why imperfect action often beats perfection, how to reconnect with the passion behind your work, and the mindset shifts that keep you moving forward no matter what stage of business you’re in.

It’s an episode that blends paddock chaos with powerful business wisdom — a reminder that whether it’s ponies or business, backing yourself is always the way forward.