In this special episode, Oriel and Marissa introduce the woman behind their riding journey — their no-nonsense, horse-whispering, secretly-soft-hearted coach, Tracey. The one they both want to impress, even when their legs are jelly and their brains are shouting "get off!"

Tracey joins the chat to share her powerful story: from the resilience it took to rebuild after a devastating fall from a horse, to the deeper healing that came from escaping a domestic violence relationship. In honour of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, she opens up about the strength it takes to leave, to start over, and to find your power again — in the saddle and in life.

With raw honesty and quiet humour, Tracey talks about the deep connection she’s always had with horses, how they helped her survive, and how she now helps others grow in courage, confidence and trust — one ride at a time.

This one’s for anyone who’s ever had to get back up — and for the women who lift others up with them.