In the finale of this 1st season of Mane Character Energy, your favorite horse girls, Shelby and Dani, get real about the wild ride that was this year. We’re reflecting on the biggest challenges we've faced—personally, politically, and emotionally—and the lessons we've taken away from them. From navigating the current political climate to redefining what we want in love, we’re unpacking it all. Shelby opens up about her new relationship and the healing power of being shown up for, while Dani teases a new crush who might just be the greenest of flags. Plus, we talk friendship, boundary-setting, and what it means to grow into the main character of your own story—no matter how messy the trail gets. Saddle up for a heartfelt, honest, and unfiltered finale.

Season 2 will start June 18th!

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Ever wonder how horse girls actually afford the horse girl life? In this episode of Mane Character Energy, Shelby and Dani spill the tea on what it really takes to balance budgets with barn time. From ridiculous horse-related expenses we’ve shamelessly justified to the laundry list of jobs we’ve worked just to keep hooves happy, we’re breaking down our current careers, past side hustles, and the real cost of keeping this equestrian dream alive. Expect honest confessions, plenty of laughs, and maybe a few “I can’t believe I did that just for board” moments.

We’re also chatting about how we (sort of) budget, what we splurge on, and what we’ve sacrificed along the way—because let’s be real, horses aren’t cheap. Plus, we share tips for aspiring horse girls trying to make it all work on a tight budget and wrap things up with a fun “If I Won the Lottery” segment featuring our dream horse jobs. Whether you’re hustling for hay money or just curious how the saddle-obsessed make ends meet, this one’s for you.

In this 4/20-themed bonus episode of Mane Character Energy, Shelby and Dani trade in Easter eggs for edibles and ask the big questions like: If you could hotbox anywhere, where would it be? and Would you still break out the bagel bites even after watching an empty plate in the microwave for nearly 2 minutes?

Things get more horse girl-coded as Shelby & Dani ponder which horse would be the most paranoid if they got high, recounting their horses' most baked-sounding sober behavior, and hypothetically choosing between riding a reining pattern or jumping a full course while a little “elevated.” The duo also debates which equestrian sport was clearly invented under the influence.

It’s a 4/20 special filled with giggles, barnyard mayhem, Dani briefly going non-verbal, and high-flying horse girl energy.