GOAT ZOOM ROOM

Brand New GZR as we get the "Sackmaster" Silas Demary on the show to discuss the impact on players after a traumatic experience on the football field. Andy and Silas both relive April 10, 2005 when Al Lucas sadly passed away from an injury that occurred during an Arena Football League game. How the league handled it. How the organization dealt with it as well. How it still impacts us today. Brand new co-host James Moore also discusses how fans dealt with Damar Hamlin's cardiac episode. We ask Silas whether it would have been mentally possible to play a game after witnessing Hamlin's event while playing. We finish up talking about Silas Demary Jr's commitment to University of Southern California and go down memory lane.

A new era for the Goat Zoom Room as not only will the podcast discuss horseracing but we will now be discussing all other sports. Embarking on the new branding, GZR invited author Fred Segal who recently released "Freezing Cold Takes: Football Media's Most Inaccurate Predictions and the Fascinating Stories Behind Them." Highlighting some of the stories in this wonderful such as Greg Cote's horrible Marino story. The media's awful take on Belichick and Tony Mandarich. Andy, James, and Fred also discuss some other stories and tweets that didn't make the book. To follow Fred on Twitter @oldtakesexposed and on Instagram @freezingcoldtakes

Kaitlin and Andy are back for another crack at Royal Ascot on Wednesday and Thursday. WEDNESDAY 06/14/20222:45 - 7:55 Queen Mary Stakes G27:55 - 11:20 Queen's Vase G211:20 - 16:10 Prince of Wales G116:10 - 19:50 Duke of Cambridge G219:50 - 23:30 Horses to watch in the other three listed and handicap racesTHURSDAY 06/15/202224:00 - 26:30 NORFOLK STAKES G226:30 - 30:00 RIBBLESDALE G230:00 - 34:00 GOLD CUP G134:00 - 41:50 HAMPTON COURT STAKES G3, comeuppance and quick story.41:50 - 45:50 Remainder of the other races and horses to watch

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva gloss over the Belmont Stakes weekend for literally three minutes. They then begin discussing the June 14th card at Royal Ascot which is one of their favorite race meets every year. 3:50 - 10:35 Queen Anne Stakes Group 110:35 - 16:45 Coventry Stakes Group 216:45 - 25:35 King's Stand Stakes Group 125:35 - 32:00 St. James's Palace Stakes32:00 - 46:40 Ascot Handicap, Wolferton Listed, Copper Horse HandicapThey will be back tomorrow to discuss the June 15th and 16th cards.

Kaitlin and Andy are back with frequent contributor Andrew Champagne to discuss Saturday's Belmont Stakes and a few of the races on the undercard. Andrew is all in on Flightline, Andy can't remember Andrew's name, and Kaitlin feels that Flightline could get beat away from California. All three disagree on the winner of the Belmont Stakes. They hope they can find a price to make the weekend a big winning one.

With Kaitlin Free off this week, Andy Villanueva(@avillanueva3rd) calls in reinforcements from "The XFactor Racing" Pod. Carson (@roguewolf007) and Nance (@Ohheyitsnance) join in on the conversation with recent Grade II winning jockey Tyler Conner (@tyler_conner519). Conner just scored the biggest win of his career at Penn National in Grade II Penn Mile on Wow Whata Summer. Followed the entire night out with three wins, two seconds and third from seven starts on June 3rd. Great conversation discussing how horse racing is in the family. We discuss how Motorcycle racing was what he began doing prior to his injury. Now he makes his living riding a different type of horsepower. We get into his possible move to Kentucky and talk highly about super-agent Jose Santos Jr. He lets us know that Saffie Joseph has reached out to him to ride which is a big boost. Bring up how getting to a new colony is tough to break through at times. Enjoy!

Grateful to have a friend like Sean Patrick Nolan, who is arguably the nicest human being on HRT. Never have Kaitlin or Andy ever heard or seen anything negative come from SPN. He is a rabid Boston Celtics and Bruins fan, he is passionate to the point it maybe the only time he might get heated on Twitter. Sean discusses his love of horse racing, we discuss tracks that he visits and where he plans on going this summer. We have a frank discussion of Wesley Ward and Norm Casse who we all have nothing but the nicest things to say about both. We bring up Corey Nakatani, whether he deserves to be in the HOF or not. Good listen, as always Sean was nice to all and shows that "Nice Guys Do Finish First."You can find all three on twitter along with Goat Handicapping. Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree)Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd)Sean Patrick Nolan (@SPNnation74)

Fun show today with Fair Grounds analyst Kevin Kilroy (@TrustYourLuck). Preakness talk begins the festivities. We dive deep into what started Kevin's love for horse racing and how living in Chicago was the start. How Hawthorne was the gateway to his heart.Dive into his first year over at Fair Grounds and how immersed he was with beignets, alligators, and Mardi Gras parades.We discuss Joe Kristufek as a big help to Kaitlin and Kevin's growth. You can follow Kaitlin Free (@katilinefree) on Twinspires.com or during the Churchill Downs simulcast.Follow Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd)The GOAT Zoom Room is now part of the Aviary Podcast Network.

Fun episode with the infamous Dan Cronin. Many would know him as Fat Bald Guy Racing on Twitter and website www.fatbaldguyracing.com. Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva lead the discussion about how Dan fell in love with the game of horse racing. How his dad, "Hep" Cronin got him interested when he was young by taking him to old River Downs (Belterra Park). Not only do we discuss his path, but you can tell how proud Dan is of his father and brother (UCLA Basketball Head Coach Mick Cronin). The conversation switches over to how horse racing must think outside the box. How it would benefit the game to help new horseplayers embrace horse racing. How computer bettors are hurting the game more than helping. You can get more information at www.fatbaldguyracing.com for Dan's daily selections at various tracks. You can also follow him on Twitter @fatbaldguyracin As always follow on Twitter (GOATHandicappin)Kaitlin Free: (@kaitlinefree)Andy Villanueva: (@avillanueva3rd)

With the win of Rich Strike, Andrew, Kaitlin and Andy look back at the 2022 Kentucky Derby. They look back if there was anything that could possibly have pointed toward Rich Strike winning. Kaitlin shares where she was when Eric Reed ended up fainting while in the Paddock. The panel agrees that Japan might end up winning the Derby within the next five years. Andy gets upset about the negativity toward the UAE Derby. In the process forgets Mendehlson's name. Go off on a tangent with 2-year-old in training sales. Finally get back on track and finish back with where some of the three-year olds might end up in the coming weeks. You can follow Andrew Champagne on twitch.tv @142winnersAndy Villanueva on twitter @avillanueva3rdKaitlin Free @kaitlinefree

Prior to the post draw, Kaitlin and Andy welcome Andrew Champagne and Thunder Dan to discuss all the possible entrants of the '22 Kentucky Derby. Lots of information to decipher and we clear it all up to help those who need handicapping help.

We've got a loaded Oaks 2022 show with guest Andrew Champagne. Kaitlin and Andy explore each Kentucky Oaks runner for Friday prior to the post draw. Help dive thru some of the muck that will help to handicap for that day.

We couldn't think of anyone better than having Ryan Dickey. One of the most likable people you will ever meet in person. Kaitlin and Andy are back after a month's break. They bring in Ryan Dickey who is one of our favorite people in the racing business. First half hour we discuss Ryan's life as an EMT in Michigan. How he went from EMT to thoroughbred writer and night watchman on foal watch. The move to Las Vegas during the pandemic. The pivot to the Derby. What we look for in possible Derby scenarios and who we may throw out prior to the draw. The three discuss the pitfalls of Derby week.

YES! Have the warning on this week as we wanted to have the ladies be themselves and have fun. So you have been warned that there is profanity!!!Honoring International Women's Month the Goat Zoom Room welcomes in five additional females to discuss their path to horse racing. Along with Kaitlin Free (@Kaitlinefree), we are joined by Nance (@ohheyitsnance), Sheri (@gofilly), Ancora (@MadFatTeacher), Lowcountry Lens (@roguewolf007), and Mary Rufo (@msmaryrufo1). All are incredible women, but more importantly, they are all in the industry in some form or another. We discuss how they got interested in horse racing. One important discussion was the objectification of women and how it can be positive and negative. Have some fun discussing some of our friends in racing. Our favorite tracks, horses, and just a general discussion of what helps with handicapping horses as a trips editor, writer, analyst, photographer. The final discussion is about Ancora's favorite horse name. Sit back and enjoy.

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva are joined by Barry "Sniper" Spears and Chuck Simon of the "Going in Circles" podcast. 0:00 - 3:30: We go right into nicknames. Figuring out what nickname Chuck should have. 3:35 - 19:29: Derby crop legitimacy, are fillies better than the colts right now? Will Baffert have a horse fit before the Derby 19:30 - 22:30: Somehow the old guys bring up Chris Lincoln's "Racehorse Digest" replay show from around the country pre-simulcast days. DRF used peanut oil for their print. (Check how we came up with that nugget.)22:31 - 39.59: Congratulating Barry on his Tampa Bay Downs Derby gig. How hard it would be to not curse on the air which leads to Jimmy Toner, Arena Football League, and Lingerie Football League being brought up. Chuck also shares how he's not envious that Kaitlin and Barry are analysts because they have to give opinions on every race. Finally, Barry shares how he's better evolved as a horseplayer. 40:00 - 1:09:00: Bring up the Past the Wire article, which leads to Andy admitting to not having listened to Going in Circles this week. Chuck sounded disappointed. We realize this isn't the hill to die on and ask hard-hitting questions of where Corniche and Commandperformance are currently?1:10:00 - 1:30:00: Happy for D. Wayne Lukas opportunity with Secret Oath. Chuck and Andy discuss how Lukas's shedrow was at the time and who was on his barn roster as a "Who's who" of current trainers. We find out about Lukas's traveling suit truck. Chuck starts a story on Mountain Cat.......Still waiting on the finish. Follow on Twitter Barry "Sniper" Spears @UrbnHandicapperChuck "no nickname" Simon @cannonshellKaitlin Free @kaitlinefreeAndy Villanueva @avillanueva3rd

No Kaitlin Free this week as her duties with Turfway Park took her away from the podcast. We have #DubaiRacing Channel's Laura King on to discuss the big weekend in Riyadh. We break down all of the Saudi Cup races for Saturday. - Discuss the importance of watching Dubai Racing Channel's coverage with information that you might not get from other sites such as TVG or ADW feeds. - Discuss Steward notes, what to watch for when it comes to the Dubai World Cup Carnival Super Saturday and Dubai World Cup. Follow Laura King (@LauraKingDXB)Dubai Racing Channel (@DubaiRacingTV)Want to watch on race days go here https://www.dubairacing.ae/content/dubairacing/ar-ae/home.htmlYou can get information for the Saudi Cup at www.saudicup.com

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva are joined in the GOAT Zoom Room by Better Than Vegas's Brian Howard. We are all big Cincinnati Bengals fans. A therapy session ensues where we also share our feelings about the team making the "Big Game." Shifting toward the real reason why we brought in Brian was to discuss Better Than Vegas and exactly what makes that platform tick so well with so many gamblers and handicappers. We discuss his friendship with the iconic Black Jack Fletcher who is an absolute rockstar. What if US racing decided to be transparent with their Stewards Notes like what we get from Dubai every race day. Pay homage to one class stallion we lost last month in Alphabet Soup who was a gem to be around. Finally, we discuss what our expectations are for the Bengals this coming Sunday.  You can follow:Brian Howard (@BTV_BHo) on TwitterKaitlin Free (@Kaitlinefree) on TwitterAndy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd) on TwitterGeeohayeteeHandicapping.com (GOATHandicappin)Also remember to follow Kaitlin during Turfway Park's meet!!!     

Our first interview of 2022 is with Horse Racing Nation's Handicapping Content Coordinator Sara Elbadwi. Kaitlin and Andy ask her how she fell into the racing game and how GZR noticed her after the Medina Spirit tragedy. This interview went in every direction possible when it comes to handicapping angles, what to look for in replays and just some good old-fashioned fun discussing the sport we love. We even poke the bear a bit (Ed DeRosa), all in good fun. You can catch Sara Elbadwi at www.horseracingnation.com on Thursday for the SHRP show. Along with her Twitter handle @outruntheoddsKaitlin can be found at Turfway Park on race days along with her Twitter handle @kaitlinefree. Andy can be found @avillanueva3rd for Twitter. 

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva discuss the year that was 2021. The biggest stories, biggest surprises. Who we are excited to see come 2022 and our faux-Eclipse Award ballot. Happy New Year!!!!

After posting our story on Empire International Bloodstock and Gary Woods, Kaitlin and Andy discuss what transpired regarding the misappropriation of funds. We are lucky to have two members of the Squiggly Syndicate to discuss their nightmare journey dealing with Gary Woods. Sit back and listen to spaces turned podcast. 

It is no surprise we bring you an episode devoted to Baffert's history of Sudden Death and the root causes of what occurs during it. Kaitlin and Andy bring in Dr. Kathryn Papp to explain what exactly Sudden Death is in horses. GZR also brings in Andrew Champagne to discuss how complicit the media and industry has been reactive in all negative news. We discuss the Irad Ortiz riding incident, go back in time to how jockeys policed themselves in the 20th century. We bring up our friends at "Going in Circles" as much of what resonates with us was said by them on Monday night. Truly wish this was a happy broadcast.

We've got a cool episode with some solid handicappers. Get to know the On The Wrong Lead guys (Josh Rodriguez [@cherrydrank], Mark Kapitan [@Two_Turns], and Caleb [@CalebWVU]. We get to the bottom of Caleb's request to have Kaitlin come on the OTWL during BC. Multiple conversations about what their show is about, discuss how they started and what drew them to horse racing. Lots of fun with Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva as the OTWL crew does a solid job enjoying themselves. 

Great show today!!!! Kaitlin and Andy speak with the newly minted VP of Content & Product Development Ed DeRosa. Kaitlin gets to the bottom of how he got the bug to be a horse racing guy from Cleveland. How he turned his love of journalism into a job at the Thoroughbred Times and why such a good publication didn't make it. Also, gets confused and said Beyers was introduced to the magazine. That was the Racing Times. While discussing racing in the midwest, Andy asks if he could see from his side of the States the downfall of California racing. Scott Chaney may or may not have been discussed. We discuss the "black eye" and subsequent non-explanation/ apology of BC Friday. Bring up how Breeders' Cup should be moving around the country, Andy of course brings up Sam Houston Race Park. Get into his new job at Horse Racing Nation and what that will look like in the future. Pretty fun and introducing stuff. Of course, we finish off discussing the sudden/ everyone knew about Peter Miller and reading between the lines of why he may have "retired/stepped away."How much fun was "Spaces" with Ed DeRosa and Cooter?Finally, we announce that Swifty Farms located in Indiana have not one but two new stallions in Starspangled Pasttime (Tapizar; one of only three Tapizar sons standing at stud) and Sleepy Eyes Todd (Paddy O'Prado).

Kaitlin and Andy discuss the crazy weekend that was disguised as Breeders' Cup Weekend. They discuss every race and every issue that occurred during BC Friday and Saturday. Andy gets into Kaitlin's exciting news about being paddock analyst for Churchill Downs and possibly Turfway Park. Also, share our love for DeRosa and Cootz spaces on Twitter. 

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva break down all 14 Breeders' Cup races. They dive into the turf races to find which European and Japanese contingent will likely be a threat to the US horses. We discuss the most logical winners on the card as well. Sit back and enjoy. 4:53 JUVENILE TURF SPRINT14:00 JUVENILE DIRT FILLIES17:40 JUVENILE TURF FILLIES23:30 JUVENILE COLTS29:15 JUVENILE TURF COLTS35:30 FILLY AND MARE SPRINT38:30 TURF SPRINT43:20 DIRT MILE46:40 FILLY AND MARE TURF53:40 SPRINT55:00 TURF MILE58:40 DISTAFF1:01:53 TURF1:06:15 CLASSIC

Kaitlin and Andy are back for Season Two of the GOAT Zoom Room. They are joined by Racing TV's Jess Stafford who will be handling the coverage of Prix de'l Arc de Triomphe for TVG on Sunday. What you will hear is the beginning of what turns out to be what the best Arc field has been. Finally we discuss the race contenders and if Japan can finally break thru with their first ever Arc win with Chrono Genesis. Kaitlin and Jess are all on board three horses that could win the Arc, while Andy is completely going in another direction. Have a great listen. Remember to like and follow on all podcast platforms. 

Mike Sisk from M and M Racing joins Andy Villanueva in the Goat Zoom Room as Kaitlin Free is on vacation this week. Mike and Andy discuss the formation of M and M Racing with the sole goal of winning the owner's title at his home track Oaklawn Park. Mike gives props to Cody Autrey for finding the right horses for each condition in the OP book for their record-breaking season in 2019.Andy brings up Mike's other passions such as his main line of work the Low-T Center which he developed and started. They speak about the other type of horsepower that involves NASCAR racing. Then we bring it back to discuss what race he'd like to win, Special Relativity and Kevin Harvick. If you are interested in finding out more about the Low-T Center you can go to https://lowtcenter.com

In this episode, we will get to know one part of top Canterbury owners Al and Bill Ulwelling. Andy Villanueva talks with Al about what got the family in horse racing. How their favorite time was with Diplomatic Storm one of their first horses. You will find Al's candor refreshing discussing how in the early days there were growing pains in the mismanagement of horses.  How they have learned to allow the trainers to handle most of the placement of their horses in the United States and Canada. I bring up Shakopee Town who is in foal to Mitole and has a Gun Runner baby on the ground. We also discuss how Gun Runner stamps his foals as Andy and Al are part of the "Gun Runner Admiration Society."Quite a frank sit down with an owner that has some lofty goals for their stable. 

Andy and Kaitlin are back with Andrew Champagne of www.andrewchampagne.com to discuss what makes Saratoga so special. Discuss some of the angles that have proven profitable over the years. We don't forget to give a brief love for Del Mar. Discuss some good places to eat, what makes it special in our eyes. Have a fun listen. 

Great Show for you today!!! Kaitlin Free returns from sabbatical! We all know she's the talent! Kaitlin and Andy Villanueva have on 20-year-old stakes-winning trainer Rylee Grudzien who's Peacock Kitten won the John Henry at Evangeline Downs over the weekend. We discuss Rylee's years of experience with her father (a former trainer) and mother (a vet). What she lacks in age, Rylee makes up for in experience. She knows her horses and is a great interview. Have a listen to this remarkable trainer. Rylee can be reached @GrudzienRylee

Finally, nail down Karl Broberg!!! Yes, that Karl Broberg of "For Sale By Owner" silks, or "Follow @KarlBroberg on Twitter" silks. We get the skinny on how he started his training career 12-plus years ago. Find out that Remington Park is on the schedule. We get insight into some of the tracks he trains at. If anything Karl was awesome in praising his staff and teamwork. Some stories are told, but the best is the new game show for social media. The one thing we got out of Karl was that he's humble and enjoys having fun. Enjoy yall!HAPPY BIRTHDAY Kaitlin Free!!!

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva discuss the Friday Royal Ascot card. We also discuss how this Royal Ascot meet has been tough to nail down for the first time in recent memory. Oh and Andy thinks Kaitlin left the podcast. 

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva breakdown the second day of Royal Ascot. Discuss the Queen Mary Stakes, The Queen's Vase, Duke of Cambridge, Prince of Wales's Stakes, Royal Hunt Cup, Windsor Castle and Kensington Palace Stakes. You can find them at geeohayeteehandicapping.com or on twitter @GOATHandicappin, @kaitlinefree  or @avillanueva3rd

Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree) and Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd) are joined the #GOATZoomRoom (@GOATHandicappin) by Champagne and JD's Andrew Champagne (@andrewchampagne) to discuss the first day of Royal Ascot in the United Kingdom. Give a lesson for your handicapping help. We will be back tomorrow with Wednesday's preview. 

Our new PODCAST!!! Designed to help you decipher all handicapping products on the market. Andy Villanueva welcomes Jeff Bessa of Chartinghorsevalue.com to discuss his handicapping product. We discuss which columns are most important to use. It has multiple ways to decipher the race, Jeff does a great job of explaining what to look for. Chartinghorsevalue.com does provide free Lone Star Park sheets for the meet. Jeff Bessa @infochartingho1Andy Villanueva @avillanueva3rdKaitlin Free @kaitlinefreegeeohayeteehandicapping.com @GOATHandicappin

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva are joined in the #GOATZoomRoom by Grant's Pass/ Tampa Bay Downs/ Colonial Downs race caller Jason Beem!!! Andy comes clean with sharing he's never read Southbound (buy it people!). We discuss how Jason went from not thinking he'd ever be a race caller again to being the voice of many tracks. Jason and Andy discuss how awesome driving the country is. Meanwhile, Andy makes a big mistake regarding Nanaimo, British Columbia, and its lake (spoiler: no lake).  We discuss what a loss it is for the racing world without the Beemie Awards. We discuss some baseball. Which brought up one of the great Pitching Coaches ever in Mel Stottlemyer. Don't forget to give a listen to The Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast!!! Jason Beem @beemieawardsKaitlin Free @kaitlinefreeAndy Villanueva @avillanueva3rdGeeohayeteehandicapping @GOATHandicappinColonial Downs @ColonialRosiesGrants Pass Downs @GrantsPassdownsTampa Bay Downs @TampaBayDownsFL

Going in Circles invaded the Goat Zoom Room to discuss the breaking news about Bob Baffert. You thought it would be a slow week?Charles Simon and Barry "The Sniper" Spears host "Going in Circles" and were gracious to come in Wednesday to discuss all things Baffert related. We discuss what the best course of action would be for the race tracks. Barry brings us up to speed on the bettor's viewpoint. Also, bring up what changes could be made regarding drug positives, the whip rule and Stewards. Great long talk worth a listen. Follow Charles Simon @cannonshellFollow Barry Spears @UrbnhandicapperFollow Kaitlin Free @KaitlinefreeFollow GOATHandicapping @GOATHandicappinFollow Andy Villanueva @avillanueva3rd

Back to back #GOATZOOMROOMs to discuss the Baffert situation. The very knowledgeable Kathryn Papp DVM comes into the GoatZoomRoom as Andy Villanueva has multiple questions regarding Betamethasone. Dr. Papp discusses what new therapeutic medications are are available to help horses with injuries. Andy asks how much Ottomax would be needed to induce a positive test for betamethasone. Also, she answers the effects of what SGF1000 does.  Incredibly informative. Kaitlin Free got to take the night off but you can follow her @kaitlinefree. Kathryn Papp DVM (@kathrynpapp)Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd)GeeohayeteeHandicapping.com (@GOATHandicappin)

No Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree) this week. The Athletic's Katherine Terrell (one of the best writers in the biz)  joins Andy Villanueva to discuss working with The Times-Picayune to cover the New Orleans Saints and horseracing. We discuss her 5-part series about Fair Grounds/ Churchill Downs. Follow up on why Bob Baffert gets so much of the ire of the public. Basically, we agree Bob needs to take responsibility for his mistake/transgressions.   With her being entrenched with both the Saints and the Bengals, she breaks down both fan bases. You can follow The Athletic (@TheAthletic), Katherine Terrell (@Kat_Terrell) 

Horse Racing Destination's own George Allan Bryant joins Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva to discuss the fall out on Bob Baffert's Kentucky Derby positive of Medina Spirit. Kaitlin shares her thoughts on what the European media thinks of US racing. George discusses his start in racing coming from a racing family with his dad being a former rider. Some wild stories are told about betting. We discuss Bryant's quest for $100k between Lone Star opening night to Labor Day at Saratoga. Calls it "The Sweat" and is currently working toward hitting his $100k goal. George Allan Bryant (@Bryant_HD)Horse Racing Destination can be found at horseracingd.com (@Horseracingd)Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree)Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd)www.geeohayeteehandicapping.com (@GOATHandicappin)

Walking into the #GOATZOOMROOM for the second time is "Champagne and JD" co-host Andrew Champagne to discuss Derby contenders and pretenders for the "First Saturday in May." We break down pretty much every single horse going to the gate and why we like or don't like those 3 year-olds trying to make history. Andrew Champagne can be found on Twitter @AndrewChampagneKaitlin Free @kaitlinefreeAndy Villanueva @avillanueva3rdGeeohayeteehandicapping.com @GOATHandicappin

Our 20th interview episode!!!! What better way to do celebrate than Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva welcoming Michael Blowen into the #GOATZOOMROOM. Michael discusses how exciting it is to have visitors back at Old Friends since the pandemic hit. The perils and blessings of what transpired during the pandemic. We obviously discuss his background and pivot to Old Friends Equine as well. We hear some great stories about Jack Nicholson and John Huston. Andy discusses meeting his favorite actors Shecky Greene and Buddy Hackett. The announcement is official with Old Friends Japan joining Old Friends Equine as part of the family and discuss how that all took place. Kaitlin her favorite game of "Who would ...." To no surprise one of his answers is Silver Charm. In collaboration with Old Friends Equine, we begin our Old Friends profile. Our first profile is Magic Weisner. You can find information about Old Friends Equine at https://www.oldfriendsequine.org. You can follow them on twitter @oldfriendsfarm. Kaitlin Free is @kaitlinefreeAndy Villanueva is @avillanueva3rdGeeohayeteeHandicapping.com can be followed @GOATHandicappin

With the upcoming Lone Star Park meeting just around the corner, Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva welcome owner CJ Johnsen and jockey Lane Luzzi to the #GOATZOOMROOM. Good conversation here, with Lane discussing his start. Blessed he was able to ride against his dad at SHRP last year. Meanwhile, CJ gives us the history of how he got his start on the administrative side of horse racing with Kentucky Downs. We discuss how to go about dealing with the Twitterati after a race. Some other interesting tidbits that go on race day. CJ gives us some info on Sally's Curlin. Kaitlin plays the "What IF?" game with both. But the hardest question comes at the end of the podcast when asking Lane a question about golf. We end the show with a CNak story. Next week our show will drop on Friday or Saturday morning as we will be in Kentucky taping the podcast. You can find all parties involved on Twitter. Lane Luzzi (@LaneJLuzzi)CJ Johnsen (@ceejayjohnsen)Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree)Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd)GeeohayeteeHandicapping.com (@GOATHandicappin)

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva welcome in one of the best race callers in North American Racing as Vic Stauffer joins the Goat Zoom Room. Andy begins by stumbling on his first question about Oaklawn Park. What we love about Vic is he doesn't mince words and you'll hear that thru the entire interview. We talk the last day at Hollywood Park. What it's like to be a Jockey Agent with a couple of good stories. Discuss some of the riders Vic has represented and Jermaine Bridgmohan as we begin a mutual admiration society for JVB. Andy sticks his foot in his mouth again in the interview thinking Vic had been at Oaklawn longer than he actually has been. Finish up with asking Vic if he'd run me if I started chirping during a basketball game he officiated. Kaitlin also plays her favorite game of What horse, jockey, track to end the show. Vic Stauffer can be found on twitter @goofonroofKaitlin Free is @kaitlinefreeAndy Villanueva is @avillanueva3rdGeeohayeteehandicapping.com is @GOATHandicappin

We don't have one but two interviews today and drop a special extra podcast this week for your listening pleasure!!! Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva welcome NHC Hall of Famer Trey Stiles into Goat Zoom Room. They discuss Trey's start into betting horses and how he's managed to make it a record 18-consecutive appearance in the NHC Tournament. It's a good listen as Trey gives some good pointers for beginning tournament players and gives us insight on why it might be tougher to handicap TBs instead of QHs. Then we welcome Paul Assinesi, a former Southern California-based trainer who worked with some of the best trainers. We discuss his new foray into the media side of horse racing with his new short vignette called "The Barn Loves Them" on twitter (@BarnLoves). Breach the subject of what has to change to help Southern California racing. Discuss basketball near the end of the segment. Next week we have a big guest coming on!!!! Subscribe, Rate, Review so you can find out who it will be. 

Bummed that Kaitlin Free was at a modeling shoot during this interview with jockey Jermaine Bridgmohan. Andy wanted to breakdown this interview differently for this podcast. First part Jermaine discusses what drew him to horse racing and why he became a jockey. Andy and Jermaine chat about momentum when injuries occur and the layoff. Also talk about the losing the "bug" in New York. Second part, Andy asks Jermaine about watching horse replays. Jermaine gives a good example between a Ferrari and a Honda (no idea what he has against Ferrari). Discuss what constitutes a true complaint on twitter when it comes to race riding. We also talk about how horses are their own person, Jermaine gives us insight on how he attempts to get to know the horse he is riding. Last part, we play Kaitlin's favorite game. Discuss his admiration for Jerry Bailey and some of the best horses he's grown up seeing. Special thanks to @cooter696969! We definitely gave him some props during the pod. You can find Geeohayetee Handicapping on twitter @GOATHandicappin and geeohayeteehandicapping.comAndy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd)Kaitlin Free (@katilinefree)

Coming off our biggest downloaded episode, we bring you a week of frivolity and horse racing talk with some of the best people you will ever meet in the Racing industry. In the first half-hour, we speak with Harris Auerbach (@auerheat) about his beginning in racing. The growth of M Auerbach Racing from claiming family to stallion owners in Unusual Heat. Discuss the breeding industry in California, Unusual Heat's way into the Auerbach racing umbrella. We reminisce about an all-time great guy and trainer Barry Abrams. Also, a little love for Old Friend's resident Star-Spangled Heat. In the second part of the show, we bring in Hawthorne race course's Jim Miller (@HawthorneJim) and Indiana Grand's Rachel McLaughlin (@RacingRachelM). Andy brings up the fact he was afraid to meet Rachel numerous opportunities. Also, discuss some of the strangest Twitter tweets. The show does go a little deep when we find out that Hawthorne Jim's darkest time at the age of 10 with a box of donuts. We discuss his time in Marysville, AZ during spring training with the Milwaukee Brewers and his start with racing. Of course, not to be outdone Rachel discusses #LipstickGate, all the new Indiana Grand merchandise and her start as a handicapper. In between, there are some nuggets of gold within the podcast, had fun recording it. Of course, you might want to listen to see what to do in case you are standing next to Nancy Ury-Holthus when she has got a horse in the race. We missed Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree) today!!!!Please rate, subscribe, and review!

Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva have a big show planned with two guests. First up. RacingTV's Jess Stafford to discuss the previous weeks running of the Cheltenham Festival in Britain. Jess also discusses Mishriff, Mogul, Al Suhail, Acklam Express and Lord Glitters who all run on the Dubai World Cup Card. Jess can be found on @racingtvi, @racingtv and @jess_stafford_ on Twitter. Kaitlin and Andy then welcome in Climax Stallions Managing Director Sean Feld to discuss his life growing up around racing. His time at Spendthrift. How he found the great Beholder. What got him interested in Derby hopeful Hot Rod Charlie. Sean can be found at @seaneffThanks for joining Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree) and Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd)

Fascinating and enjoyable interview with 2012 NHC Handicapping Champion and Best Handicapper Eclipse Award winner Michael Beychock. Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva sit down and discuss his win in the 2012 NHC Handicapping Tournament. What might be the protocols for 2021 NHC tournament in Las Vegas in August. Michael discusses what changes could help grow the game of horse racing when Sports Betting and Fantasy Sports have a smaller percentage of takeout. We talk about Glorious Dancer the filly that helped Michael win 2012 NHC and her new career as a polo pony. Michael Beychock's selections for the Fair Grounds can be found on NOLA.com. You can follow him @BeychockRacing.

The "Pick 6 King" enters the #GOATZOOMROOM to discuss the horseplayer's battle against discipline and take out. Discuss his incredibly knowledgeable website www.pastthewire.com. How the website name came to be. Importance of trip notes. Jonathan's favorite race horse and rider.

Jessica Paquette joins the #GOATZOOMROOM with Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva. They discuss Jessica's love of horse racing, favorite horses and underrated superstars in the world of horse racing.