On The Rail
135. The Parrish Chronicles: Part 1

In this episode of On the Rail Podcast, we discuss the evolution of the Western Pleasure horse industry with Bret and Chase Parrish.
Bret details his lifelong journey with horses, bred from family roots and personal passion, while Chase shares his dual life growing up in a horse-centric family while pursuing his dream of playing football.
The conversation navigates through the development of family values, training techniques, mentorship, and the introduction of Chase's Stable Savers initiative aimed at making horse-related expenses more manageable.
The episode offers an insightful look into the intersections of family, business, and passion in the horse industry. This is Part 1 of a two part series.
Related Links/Products:-The ultimate membership for horse owners who like saving money! Be sure to use code ONTHERAIL20 for 20% off your membership of Stable Savers!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:07 Guest Introductions: Meet Chase Parrish
02:56 Guest Introductions: Meet Bret Parrish
04:01 Bret Parrish's Journey in the Horse Industry
13:05 Evolution of Western Pleasure Training
27:34 Building a Family Business in the Horse Industry
31:56 Chase Parrish's Path from Horses to Football
35:19 Football and Horse Riding Success
36:22 Balancing Family, Business, and Horses
38:29 Reflections and Regrets
39:59 Venturing into Horse Breeding
41:49 Key Principles in Breeding
49:20 Challenges and Trends in the Horse Industry
53:12 Introducing Stable Savers
58:47 Future of Stable Savers
01:03:10 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
- Broadcast on:
- 10 Mar 2025
In this episode of On the Rail Podcast, we discuss the evolution of the Western Pleasure horse industry with Bret and Chase Parrish.
Bret details his lifelong journey with horses, bred from family roots and personal passion, while Chase shares his dual life growing up in a horse-centric family while pursuing his dream of playing football.
The conversation navigates through the development of family values, training techniques, mentorship, and the introduction of Chase's Stable Savers initiative aimed at making horse-related expenses more manageable.
The episode offers an insightful look into the intersections of family, business, and passion in the horse industry. This is Part 1 of a two part series.
Related Links/Products:-The ultimate membership for horse owners who like saving money! Be sure to use code ONTHERAIL20 for 20% off your membership of Stable Savers!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:07 Guest Introductions: Meet Chase Parrish
02:56 Guest Introductions: Meet Bret Parrish
04:01 Bret Parrish's Journey in the Horse Industry
13:05 Evolution of Western Pleasure Training
27:34 Building a Family Business in the Horse Industry
31:56 Chase Parrish's Path from Horses to Football
35:19 Football and Horse Riding Success
36:22 Balancing Family, Business, and Horses
38:29 Reflections and Regrets
39:59 Venturing into Horse Breeding
41:49 Key Principles in Breeding
49:20 Challenges and Trends in the Horse Industry
53:12 Introducing Stable Savers
58:47 Future of Stable Savers
01:03:10 Final Thoughts and Contact Information