Each day, American Farriers Journal encounters a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at an aspect of the equine industry. Our favorite content for "This Week" is aggregated here. We hope it offers a useful tip to improve your hoof-care business, expands your knowledge by giving you something new to ponder, or entertains you when you need a break most.


Building a Career

In this episode of Echoes & Embers podcast, Gene Ovnicek discusses what it means to build a career on sound principles and how his understanding of equine lameness has evolved over time. 


Adaptability Can Help the Horse

U.S. Eventing Team farrier Beck Ratte Randall emphasizes the importance of being flexible in your shoeing to do what's best for the horse. 


WCB Education Center

Chris Madrid and Craig Trnka discuss the new World Championship Blacksmiths Education Center & National Smithy and how Craig's experiences have shaped his dream in this new series. 


Veterinary Reform & U.K. Farrier Regulation

In this episode of the Lockdown Farriery Podcast, U.K. farriers Wayne Preece and Danny Bennett discuss health, veterinary reform, U.K. farrier regulation and the upcoming European Championships. 


Rodeo Hind

Washington farrier Gavine Cooper builds a rodeo hind shoe from the World Championship Blacksmiths 2026 season opener shoe list in Texas. 


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