30/10/2026
The Man Who Listened. A Legacy That Continues. 🐴
In the latest issue of Santa Barbara Magazine, writer Stefan Siegel shares a personal look at Monty Roberts in “The Man Who Listened”—a morning spent with Monty at California Horse Center, capturing the horseman, the storyteller, and the man who continued building his legacy until the very end.
Among the memories and milestones, one moment stands out: Monty speaking about Johnny Tivio, a horse he never forgot. It’s a glimpse into the depth of Monty’s connection with horses and the way those relationships stayed with him throughout his life.
The article is a reminder that Monty’s work was never simply about training horses. It was about learning to listen, choosing understanding over force, and recognizing how much horses have to teach us.
That philosophy lives on in his students, his instructors, and the stories he left behind.
📖 And this January, a new chapter of Monty’s story arrives.
What the Horses Said: Stories and Inspiration from the Man Who Listens to Horses, Thirty Years Later brings together more than three decades of encounters, lessons, and unforgettable stories from Monty’s life—including his friendship with Queen Elizabeth II and the many horses that shaped his journey.
The book will be released January 12, 2027, and is available to preorder now.
Read “The Man Who Listened” in Santa Barbara Magazine, then preorder What the Horses Said to discover more of the stories and lessons behind a lifetime spent listening to horses.
Read the article: https://sbmag.com/weliveinparadise/the-man-who-listened
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📷 Images Courtesy of Santa Barbara Magazine
