Episode 8 - Horses, Healing, and a Dash of Irish Charm

In Podcast Episode 8 of The Mounting Block, Oriel and Marissa sit down with Lisa Coffey, the inspiring founder of Racing Hearts. Lisa shares her incredible journey of overcoming adversity, from her roots in Ireland, where she began exercising racehorses, to her move to Australia, where she transitioned from working in the racing industry to creating a charity that helps both people and horses. Racing Hearts has given retired racehorses a second chance, pairing them with individuals facing mental health challenges through equine-assisted therapy. Lisa’s story of resilience, passion for horses, and her vision for healing through connection is nothing short of inspiring. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about how these beautiful thoroughbreds are changing lives, both for the horses and the people they help.