Harness Up! with Haste Draft Horses and Mules
šļø Harness Up with Haste Draft Horses and Mules ā The #1 Podcast for Draft Horses, Mules, Ranch & Farm Life
Welcome to Harness Up with Haste Draft Horses and Mules, your trusted podcast for everything involving draft horses, draft mule teams, hitch driving, wagon training, and the rural Western lifestyle. Hosted by Steven Haste, lifelong teamster, mule man, and founder of Haste Draft Horses and Mules, this show brings you real, raw, unedited conversations with the folks who live and breathe this life every day.
We go beyond the barn to cover the ranch and farmer lifestyle, giving you authentic stories straight from the field, the farm, the arena, and the backroads of America. From Percherons and Belgians to John mules and Molly mules, from Amish farms to Western ranches, we shine a light on the hardworking people and animals who keep these traditions alive.
š¹ Discover tips on mule training, harness work, conditioning, horse-drawn farming, and wagon driving
š¹ Get behind-the-scenes insights on draft horse and mule sales, including teams currently available
š¹ Hear from horsemen, ranchers, farriers, vets, Amish families, and Western lifestyle legends
š¹ Recorded in-person and on the road, featuring raw and honest conversationsānever over-edited or filtered
If you're searching for Draft Horse teams for sale, Draft Mule teams for sale, or just want to feel like you're part of the barn crew, saddle up with us. Every episode is packed with real voices, true stories, and down-to-earth wisdom.
š§ New episodes monthly ā available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all major platforms.
š Website: https://drafthorsesandmulesforsale.com
šŗ YouTube Channel: Haste Draft Horses and Mules
š Call Steven at 606-303-5669 to ask about the current horse and mule teams available.
Subscribe now ā Harness up, hit the trail, and enjoy the ride with us. Itās real. Itās raw. Itās the way it ought to be.
A Brand Is More Than Just a Mark ā Itās a Legacy. In the world of horses, mules, and ranching, few things carry as much weight as a brand. At Haste Draft Horses and Mules, we understand that a brand is not just a physical stamp on hide or a logo on a hatāitās a promise, a legacy, and a reputation built with every hoofbeat and handshake.
Episodes
38 episodes
Leaving The Amish with Eli Yoder
He grew up Old Order Amish with rules so tight they reached all the way down to orange triangles, borrowed phones, and even which animals you were allowed to own. Then Eli Yoder left at 18 believing he was headed for hell, not because he had a ...
Building A Mule Saddle That Fits
You can learn more about a saddle in five minutes with a real saddle maker than in five hours of scrolling. Tonight weāre talking with Reed Veit of Reed Veit Saddlery in Roundup, Montana, a young craftsman building custom saddles and tack for h...
How Two Idaho Creators Built A Life With Mules
A lot of people think mules are just āharder horsesā until theyāve had one look them in the eye, decide youāre worth trusting, and then follow you like a shadow. Thatās where this conversation goes with Jason and Alyssa from Mountain Built, the...
A Young PRCA Bareback Riderās Comeback After A Collarbone Reconstruction
Eight seconds can hide a lifetime of work, and sometimes it hides an injury that couldāve ended everything. Weāre joined by Brody Dent, an 18-year-old PRCA bareback rider from Bend, Oregon, to talk about what it really takes to chase a pro rode...
A Working Cowboy Shows What Real Range Life Looks Like
Nevada ranching is not a postcard; it is wind, distance, rock, and hard decisions that most people never have to make. Tonight, we sit down with Cory from Roobuck Nevada, a day-working cowboy who hauls his own horses, takes short jobs wherever ...
How A 21-Year-Old Trainer Builds World-Class Reining Horses In Scottsdale
A reining run can look effortless until you realize whatās happening: a quarter horse moving at full speed, sliding to a stop, spinning with precision, and changing leads on a draped rein without the rider āholdingā the horse together. That kin...
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Stay Ready: Crafting Trust With Horses And People
A tough mare, a winter shock, and a door that opened at just the right timeāthis is how LC Horsemanship found its footing in the heart of Lexington. We sit down with LaRodre to trace his journey from Mississippiās gaited culture and dirt-road S...
How A Family Imported French Bloodlines To Revive Working Percheron Draft Horses
Real power doesnāt need glitter. We sit down with Travis and Ashley from southern Illinois to trace a bold move: importing a French Percheron stallion to bring back the old-style draftāshorter, heavier, smarter, and sound from hoof to head. Wha...
Logging With Draft Horses, Not Machines
What if logging didnāt churn ruts and diesel smoke, but moved to the rhythm of hooves and a steady voice on the lines? We sit down on the porch with John from Down The Trail Logging, a one-man operation powered by two American Brabant horses, t...
Trailblazer Days Thermopolis Wyoming
Step into a weekend where wagon wheels still sing and history breathes. We sit down with Terry from Thermopolis, Wyoming, to unveil Trailblazer Daysāa living celebration built around 16 Mule Johnson, the freighter who helped shape the townās fa...
Built by Mules: Movies, Mountain Packing & Wisdom from a True Mule Man
The reins pass from snowless sleigh rides in Colorado to wall tents in Utahās high country, then straight onto a movie set where a good team might wait hours to hear āaction.ā We sit down with outfitter and wrangler Randy Melton of Flying J Out...
Crossing America On Mustang : Grit, Faith, And 6,000 Miles
What does it take to ride from Utah to the Atlantic Ocean and back on two Mustangsāand finish with zero lameness? We sit down with Jake of Year of the Mustang for a raw, practical, and heartening look at a 6,000-mile journey powered by faith, p...
We Hit 37 States, Sold Teams, And Planned A Bigger Year Ahead
Missed us on the road? Weāre back with a truckload of stories from 37 states, a wagon train that rolled through Victorās farm, and a blueprint for a bigger, better year ahead. Between campfire hymns, bluegrass jam sessions, and a few hair-raisi...
Lumber Virgins and Spanglish: When Texas Meets Kentucky
When cowboys from Canadian, Texas meet Kentucky horse traders, cultural collision and non-stop laughter ensue in this uniquely entertaining episode of the Harness Up Podcast. Host Steven Haste welcomes Tanner Johnson, Flint, and their companion...
When worlds collide: Horses, heritage, and leaving the Amish behind
What happens when curiosity leads you away from one of America's most restrictive religious communities? When Stephen Haste sits down with Enus Raber (known online as "The Amish Rebel"), we're treated to a fascinating glimpse into a journey few...
The Longhorn Legend: Darrell Dickinson's Cattle Empire
Ever wondered why anyone would choose Texas Longhorns over standard black cattle? Darrell Dickinson, the "Longhorn Legend" himself, reveals how these iconic animals have built his multimillion-dollar empire through unexpected revenue streams th...
The Day Earth Swallowed Two Draft Horses: A Teamster's Incredible Story
A garden plow turns terrifying in an instant when the earth suddenly opens beneath a team of draft horses in Bedford, Virginia. Hugh Saunders recounts the heart-stopping moment when his beloved Shire horses plunged twelve feet underground throu...
Harnessing History: The Horse Tours of Gettysburg Story
Ever wondered what it would be like to experience one of America's most pivotal battles the way soldiers did in 1863? Step into the hoofprints of history with Horse Tours of Gettysburg, a family-owned business bringing the Civil War battlefield...
Finding Peace Through Working Animals: A Veteran's Journey to Retirement
Step into the world of working animals with this Fourth of July conversation between Stephen Haste and Andrew, a longtime community member from the east end of Long Island. Against the backdrop of Independence Day preparations, these two passio...
A Father and Son Discover the World of Draft Horses
What happens when a law enforcement officer and his teenage son discover the world of draft horses? In this heartwarming episode, we're joined by Chris Holley and "Little Chris" from North Carolina as they share their remarkable journey from co...
From FFA to Hidden Valley Cattle : A Young Farmer's Journey
Meet Victor, a 16-year-old agricultural entrepreneur who's defying odds and building a farming legacy from the ground up. In this heartwarming conversation, we explore how a young man with determination and community support is carving his path...
The Blue Roan Dream: From Bonanza to Reality
A childhood dream sparked by watching Bonanza, a revolutionary trap design born from wilderness frustration, and a century-old wagon connecting five generationsāKim Harris's story weaves together the threads of innovation, perseverance, and hon...
Laughter and Legacy: Exploring Southern Horse Culture with Friends
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the sunny South with me, Steven Haste, as we saddle up with Life with QuanK and Tay from the Top of the Line Horse Club. Experience the thrill of transitioning from traditional walking and saddle horses to ...
Journey and Innovation in the Heart of Kentucky
Harness Up with Haste dives into the journey of returning home, bridging the gap between personal and equine experiences. This episode focuses on the importance of training, community engagement, reflections on horsemanship, and the new adventu...
From Powell County to the Derby Winner's Circle: Herbie Reed's Horse Racing Heritage
Ever wondered how a small-town passion for horses turns into a legendary Kentucky Derby win? Join us for an intriguing conversation with Herbert "Herbie" Reed, father of Eric Reed, the trainer of Rich Strike, the stunning 148th Kentucky Derby c...
