The Amplify Horse Racing Podcast

In this episode, hosts Annise Montplaisir and Kaitlin Christopherson welcome the new year with an inspiring discussion on goal setting, reflection, and planning for the future. Annise and Kaitlin take a moment to celebrate their accomplishments from 2024—Annise reflects on Amplify's incredible outreach and impact within the horse racing community, and Kaitlin highlights key successes with clients of GSS the Marketing Agency. The conversation dives deep into how they approach reflecting on various areas of life—personal, professional, and equestrian—and how those reflections shape their future goals. Whether you're setting short-term goals for the coming year or envisioning where you want to be in five years, this episode provides practical tips and inspiration for creating achievable timelines and meaningful milestones. As the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast takes a short break, stay connected by subscribing to the Amplify newsletter and following us on social media for updates, resources, and more!

Join us for part two of this captivating two-part series with horseman DeJuan Smith! DeJuan brings a wealth of experience to the podcast, juggling multiple roles in the Thoroughbred industry: showman for Taylor Made Sales, ringman for Keeneland, skilled exercise rider, and pinhooker alongside his wife, Madeline. His path to horse racing is far from ordinary. Born in White Plains, New York, and raised in Virginia, DeJuan's diverse early career included stints as an assistant contractor, certified forklift driver, and head chef. A chance encounter with horses ultimately ignited his passion for racing, leading to a remarkable journey in the industry.  In this episode, DeJuan dives into his experience in Thoroughbred sales, detailing his responsibilities during the sales season across the U.S. and offering insights into his roles at Taylor Made and Keeneland. He also goes into his passion for pinhooking and what he looks for when looking at horses. DeJuan shares practical advice for anyone aspiring to start a career in the sales world and recounts inspiring anecdotes about his rise in the industry. His story is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and seizing unexpected opportunities, and his journey offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to carve out their place in the Thoroughbred world.

Join us for this two-part series with horseman DeJuan Smith! DeJuan brings a wealth of experience to the podcast, wearing many hats in the industry: showman for Taylor Made Sales, ringman for Keeneland, and, alongside his wife Madeline, a dedicated pinhooker. But his journey into horse racing is anything but ordinary. Born in White Plains, New York, and raised in Virginia, DeJuan's early life exposed him to various careers—from assistant contractor to certified forklift driver and even head chef at a restaurant. His career path took a turn when a chance meeting introduced him to horses and ignited a passion for racing. DeJuan jumped right into the industry, working in the barns, learning to ride, traveling, and eventually transitioning into sales. In part one of this two-part series, DeJuan shares how he quickly had to learn the ins and outs of the Thoroughbred sales, and working hands-on with horses, and how he was able to apply his people-management skills to his work with horses. His unique story about moving up in his career reflects the diverse paths that lead to success in the Thoroughbred world. Tune in to learn from DeJuan's early learning experiences in the industry!

The Amplify Horse Racing Podcast welcomes Robert Hartman, Chair of the University of Arizona Race Track Industry Program (RTIP). Robert grew up attending the races with his family on weekends and discovered the Arizona Race Track Industry Program through an ad in the Daily Racing Form. As an RTIP student, he began his racing career with a summer internship at NYRA, which led to a full-time position and eventually brought him back to RTIP to serve as Chair of the program. In this episode, Robert looks ahead to the 50th Global Symposium on Racing, hosted by RTIP from December 9-11 in Tucson, Arizona. He shares how students can attend in person or virtually, insights about the symposium's significance, and highlights how it serves as a unique opportunity for networking and education through panels, speaker discussions, and Q&A sessions. The event draws a diverse audience, including students, educators, industry professionals, and newcomers, fostering meaningful connections and discussions across all sectors of horse racing. This year's symposium will feature Amplify's own Annise Montplaisir on the Industry Success Stories panel, to present about Amplify's progress engaging youth. Tune in to hear more about the symposium and how it continues to shape the future of horse racing. Learn more about the Global Symposium on Racing: https://rtip.arizona.edu/2024-symposium Students who are interested in attending can reach out to Robert at hartmanr@arizona.edu. Can't make it to the symposium? Reach out to Robert for a free link to watch the symposium live.

Whitney Verbal is a Commonwealth Steward for the Virginia Racing Commission and serves on the Board of Stewards for Colonial Downs. Born in Chicago, she rode a horse for the first time at a summer camp as a child, and fell in love. Graduating from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, her passion for horse racing began during a transformative internship at Lazy E Ranch in Oklahoma working with Quarter Horse mares and foals. Whitney went on to work as a Placing Judge for the Maryland Jockey Club, completed the Racing Officials Accreditation Program (ROAP), and has since worked as a racing official at Colonial Downs, Keeneland, and Zia Park. In this episode, learn from Whitney about the process of becoming a racing steward, the various positions that fall under the umbrella title of horse racing official, and how to intentionally look for an internship in your area of interest.

Liza Hendriks, CEO and Founder of Inglis Digital USA, formerly Wanamakers, joins the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast to give first hand insight into starting a tech business from the ground up in the Thoroughbred industry.  Liza grew up riding horses, and with her parents being trainers, she was around racing—especially steeplechase—from a young age. It wasn't until after college that Liza realized she could merge her business skills with her passion for racing and personally got involved in the industry. She gained experience in many aspects of racing, including behind-the-camera work, paddock analysis and interviews, marketing, and social media, before completing the Godolphin Flying Start (GFS) program.  In 2020, Liza co-founded Wanamakers, an online Thoroughbred auction website, which was later acquired by Australian-based Thoroughbred auction house, Inglis, and renamed Inglis Digital USA. She shares her journey of starting and growing her own business, stemming from a business plan she created as a GFS trainee, along with the ups and downs that came with it. Join us as Liza offers valuable advice on entrepreneurship, innovation, and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the Thoroughbred industry.

This special educational episode of the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast is your ultimate guide for a day at the racetrack! Hosts Annise Montplaisir and Kaitlin Christopherson share essential tips and insider knowledge so that you can plan ahead and have an unforgettable experience during morning training OR racing. Whether you are a seasoned racegoer or a first-time visitor, this episode is packed with everything you need to know–from a rundown on racetrack etiquette so you can move around with confidence, and apparel advice so you stay comfortable throughout the day. Annise and Kaitlin blend their passion for horse racing with practical advice, ensuring you'll walk away with the knowledge you need to enjoy every moment. Tune in to this special episode and get ready to make the most of your day at the racetrack! 

In this episode of the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome professional USEA and 5* level event rider Ashley Adams. Ashley started riding at a young age and was a United States Pony Club member. She fell in love with the eventing world after taking a clinic and soon after purchased her first off-the-track Thoroughbred. Through working as a working student for professional riders, she was launched into her career as professional herself.  Ashley's experience is as diverse as it is impressive. She has galloped Thoroughbreds on the track, worked with steeplechase horses, and mentored younger riders with off-the-track Thoroughbreds. Her journey even took her to Australia, where she galloped racehorses and gained valuable insights into the Australian racing industry. Ashley shares how her time as an exercise rider honed her balance and position as an eventer. She also dives deep into the different levels and phases of eventing: dressage, show jumping, and cross-country. Ashley explains why Thoroughbreds are often chosen as eventing horses, highlighting their durability, stamina, and work ethic. She also takes us through the training process of transitioning a horse from the racetrack to becoming a successful event horse. Join us for an insightful conversation with Ashley Adams as she shares her expertise, passion, and the unique bond between Thoroughbreds and eventing!

Racehorse trainer Jade Cunningham joins the Amplify Horse Racing podcast on this episode. Jade grew up around horses in Tennessee at her mom's riding stable, and was introduced to the racehorse world through her mom and stepdad in Kentucky. She started as a hotwalker and then started galloping racehorses and absolutely fell in love with the Thoroughbred industry. After making connections with a trainer, she continued to hone in on her riding skills breezing race horses on a private farm. After watching a filly she was exercising win a stakes race, Jade realized that her passion was more than riding, and she wanted to become a trainer. Jade worked for hall of fame trainer, Wayne D. Lukas, and then for Dallas Stewart for many years before opening her own stable. She is now running a successful racing stable after being on her own for only a year. At only 27, she is one to watch. This episode is packed with advice, tips on working in the industry, and stories of perseverance and making connections. If you are interested in pursuing any job on the track, tune in to learn from Jade!

Noé Tostivint joins the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast to discuss yearling sales preparations. Originally from Eus, France, Noé has traveled the world and now resides in Lexington, Kentucky, where he is the yearling manager at the Don Alberto Corporation. He shares his journey from learning to ride horses in high school to working in England, Ireland, Australia, and the U.S.. He also discusses his journey to learn English in order to immerse himself in the Thoroughbred industry. Noé describes the different methods of preparing yearlings in Europe, Australia, and the U.S., providing insights into the challenges and rewards of managing yearlings for sales. He also shares personal experiences and lessons learned, highlighting the significance of adaptability and continuous learning. This episode offers valuable knowledge and inspiring stories from Noé's remarkable career in the international Thoroughbred industry. Don't miss it!

Become an Amplify Mentor or Mentee! In this special episode, originally aired live on June 20, 2024, we bring you an insightful Q & A session hosted by Amplify's Annise Montplaisir and Mary-Courtney Combs, dedicated to answering all your questions about the Amplify Mentorship Program. Whether you're a potential mentor looking to share your expertise or a mentee eager to learn and grow, this episode is packed with valuable information tailored just for you. Tune in as we dive into the details of the Mentorship Program, providing clarity on the application process, the program timeline, and what it means to be a mentee and a mentor. Listen to learn more about becoming a mentor or mentee!  Please note that this episode was originally recorded as a live-stream session hosted on Thursday, June 20, 2024. We talk about people submitting questions live over social media, which is now irrelevant to this podcast episode. If you have questions, submit them any time to info@amplifyhorseracing.org!

Since moving to Kentucky from Maryland a few years ago, Sara Gordon has become a prominent figure in the world of horse racing media. If you've ever scrolled the social media channels of the trade publication, the Thoroughbred Daily News (TDN), you've seen the fruits of Sara's labor. She's often awake before dawn to capture content at the track or on farms, and stays up well after dark creating reels. With her keen eye for detail and a deep passion for the sport, Sara has carved out a distinguished career as the social media manager and a writer for the TDN.  Sara's journey into Thoroughbred racing began with a strong foundation in journalism, honed through years of work at various equine media outlets. In this episode, Sara shares the path that led her to journalism, horses that have inspired her along the way, and how she beats boredom by staying busy. As a social media manager, she feels a commitment to taking fans behind behind-the-scenes of the industry through engaging reels and posts.

Amber Wells joins the Amplify podcast to discuss social license to operate as it relates to horses' emotional well-being, also known as their affective state. Amber's passion for horses began in her childhood when she participated in rodeo and 4-H, where her interest in both horses and extension education were sparked. Amber is currently pursuing a Master's degree in animal science with a specialization in equine behavior and extension at Oklahoma State University and discusses the opportunities she embraced to deepen her understanding of equine affective states, particularly through her involvement in her research project, RAiSE (Recognizing Affective State in Equine). Amber discusses her research focusing on the factors that influence horses' moods, considering both human emotions and environmental factors. She also shares her journey from being an undergraduate student aspiring to be a veterinarian to pursuing a master's degree and eventually a PhD, all driven by her commitment to public education on equine welfare. Amber's dedication to raising awareness and fostering positive change within the equine community is evident throughout this episode. Any horse lover or enthusiast will walk away with a fresh perspective on horses and their well-being. Learn more about how you can participate in the RAiSE research project! Please note that participants need to be 18 years or older. https://bit.ly/4bglX5X

This week on the Amplify Podcast, we're joined by Aisling Carrol, a talented Thoroughbred rider and dedicated horsewoman. Aisling wears many hats in the equine industry, most of which involve being in the saddle or working closely with horses. Her roles include exercise rider, barn foreman, and 3-day event rider. Growing up, Aisling spent much of her time at the track with her parents, who trained Thoroughbreds and continue to work in the industry. Naturally, she gravitated towards working with Thoroughbreds from a young age. At 12, she discovered her love for sport horses and began re-training young Thoroughbreds for their second careers after racing. In this episode, Aisling shares her deep passion for aftercare and discusses her training techniques, the different stages of training a horse coming off the track, and her various approaches to working with off-the-track Thoroughbreds. Whether you're interested in becoming an exercise rider on the track or involved in retraining Thoroughbreds for new careers, you'll find this episode both educational and inspiring!

On this episode, co-hosts Annise Montplaisir and Kaitlin Christopherson take the spotlight in a solo episode. Join them as they reintroduce themselves, three years after starting the podcast. Annise and Kaitlin share similar backgrounds, growing up in families without equine ties, far from Kentucky, and building their early foundation of horsemanship through the 4-H Horse Project. Now, they both hold executive positions in the Thoroughbred industry, along with enjoying horses as a hobby through different riding disciplines. Kaitlin and Annise dive into their friendship, their first riding experiences, and their career trajectories to find their way into the industry. Tune in to discover the personalities behind the voices of the Amplify podcast!

Annise Montplaisir is joined by Evan Ferraro, Director of Marketing at Fasig-Tipton, North America's oldest Thoroughbred auction company. Evan grew up in the Thoroughbred industry in California, and was determined to become a horse trainer like his father until a post-college internship at Fasig-Tipton changed the course of his career. Evan talks about the importance of putting yourself in the right situations to make connections, and how doing this as a college student led to his career journey at Fasig-Tipton, where he worked his way from being an intern to a director. Evan and Annise also discuss the various sales held by Fasig-Tipton, the history behind them, and the processes of getting horses from a nomination all the way into the sales ring.

This episode features Sean Tugel, Vice President of Bloodstock at Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners. Sean's exposure to racing began early in life, as he went with his father, a seasoned veterinarian, to Finger Lakes Racetrack in Farmington, New York. Sean initially embarked on a non-equine career pathway, but early in his college journey he decided to refocus on his passion for the Thoroughbred industry by moving to Kentucky. Sean discusses how gaining and maintaining hands-on experience with horses can help you in people-facing roles, the unexpected opportunities that can only result from an industry like horse racing (including a whirlwind trip to South Korea!), and balancing a career with owning your own farm. Tune in to learn more from this experienced horseman!

Ferrin Peterson joins the Amplify Podcast as a young professional who wears a couple of big hats in the industry. As a jockey and a working veterinarian, Ferrin stays very busy, but her journey to both careers was not without hard work and a winding path. Ferrin talks about professional rejections, moving across the country, and then back again for school and work, making connections, and work-life balance. If you are interested in becoming a vet, jockey, or just diving into the industry and don't know where to start, this episode is for you!

Ferrin Peterson joins the Amplify Podcast as a young professional who wears a couple of big hats in the industry. As a jockey and a working veterinarian, Ferrin stays very busy, but her journey to both careers was not without hard work and a winding path. Ferrin talks about professional rejections, moving across the country, and then back again for school and work, making connections, and work-life balance. If you are interested in becoming a vet, jockey, or just diving into the industry and don't know where to start, this episode is for you!

When your family is already established in the Thoroughbred industry, is it expected of you to continue down that path? Claire and Conrad Bandoroff of Denali Stud join us on this episode of the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast to talk about their experiences in the world of racing with generational education, identifying, shifting, and pursuing goals, and taking on leadership roles as younger adults in the industry. Claire and Conrad also dive into the day-to-day activities on the farm throughout foaling and breeding season and yearling prep for sales, and the marketing that goes into hosting tours on their farm, and their unique farm Airbnb experience! Come along on this behind-the-scenes conversation about life in the industry with the Bandoroffs!

Have you ever considered starting your own business? Spearheading a transformational company isn't easy, but a huge opportunity lies in the challenge. Pierce Dargan, CEO and founder of Equine MediRecord – a platform that digitizes and helps automate equine welfare and anti-doping compliance in the global horse racing industry – joins us from Ireland on this episode of the Amplify Podcast to talk about young entrepreneurship and the challenges of innovation in what can be described as a traditional industry. Pierce, Annise, and Kaitlin discuss the realistic ups and downs that come with launching a Thoroughbred industry startup, including listening to your customers, shifting according to industry trends and needs, and how to handle constructive criticism. Whether you're contemplating starting a new venture, or just want to know how new industry operations such as Equine Medirecord, Amplify Horse Racing, and GSS the Marketing Agency came to be, you will definitely learn something from this podcast episode.

Whether you already ride an off-the-track Thoroughbred (OTTB), or you've been pondering what it takes to retrain a racehorse ready to move on to a second career, then you will LOVE this episode! Kristen Kovatch Bentley and Joy Orr of the Retired Racehorse Radio podcast join Amplify's Kaitlin Christopherson and Annise Montplaisir in this collaborative episode to discuss the mental and physical journey of training an OTTB, what it takes to point toward the Thoroughbred Makeover, and reflections of 2023. Hear what attracted each one to the Thoroughbred, learn from personal experiences, and jot down takeaways. This show is all about one of the ultimate horsemanship experiences: retraining Thoroughbreds for a second career.

In November, a select group of Amplify mentees traveled to Kentucky to learn more about the Thoroughbred industry, visit farms and facilities, and yes, pet some horses! Paola Castro and Sydney Patrick were two of four high-achieving Amplify mentees selected to receive travel awards to visit Kentucky during the breeding stock sales season. On this episode of the podcast, Sydney and Paola share how they became interested in horse racing (hint: there are some excellent movies out there to watch), their experiences in the Amplify Horse Racing Mentorship Program, takeaways from their trip to Kentucky, and what they hope to accomplish in the Thoroughbred industry. Tune in to hear how two young adults are using Amplify as a stepping stone to their career in horse racing, and experience the industry through these newcomers' perspectives.

Starting his career as an intern in Marketing and Publicity at Santa Anita in 2002, Nate Newby is now the racetrack's Senior Vice President and General Manager. And he's done a little bit of everything along the way, from working on the set of Seabiscuit – one of the highest grossing horse movies of all time – to organizing nine Breeders' Cups, and retraining off-track Thoroughbreds in his spare time. On this episode of the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast, we discuss how to stay engaged when working for the same company for a length of time, the logistics and planning that go into putting on the world championships of horse racing, and the story of how a Thoroughbred brought Nate and his now-wife together (couple goals!).

We bet you've never heard of "settlements" before this episode! Today you're going to learn all about how and where the gambling dollars in horse racing are handled, who processes those dollars, and the prevention of money laundering. Special guests Laurel Humbert-Stock, Racing and Wagering Finance Manager at Keeneland, and Kaitlin Fox, Chief Operating Officer at CHRIMS-PGSI, introduce listeners to their fascinating careers, explain complex terminology, and even touch on work-life balance as mothers. If you love numbers, or want to better understand the pari-mutuel system, settlements and payouts, you're going to love this episode!

Delaina Stenchever joins Amplify after completing a Bachelor of Arts in journalism with a broadcast emphasis and further specializing in sports journalism, and double minoring in biology and sports management from the University of Arizona. While in college she worked with two different radio stations in Arizona, one as an intern with an all-sports station, and the horse racing show Post Time with Aaron Vercruyss and Corey La Russo for the sports betting segment, Dialled in with Delaina. Delaina started working at Rillito Park, a small mixed breed track, for their 2022 season as a production assistant and emcee. After graduation she worked at Del Mar as the Press Box Steward and began fostering new connections for her future. From there she got her job with FanDuel as the Partner Production Supervisor for horse racing, helping manage and supervise all in-show elements from sales contracts to sportsbook and casino deliverables. She also continues working towards her on-air career as a sports reporter. Delaina's love for sports started at a young age going to football, and baseball games and attending races at Emerald Downs in Washington State. Football stood out to her for a long time, and she worked with the University of Arizona's football sports medicine team for four years. Her love for sports continued through high school where she played different sports while also competing in equestrian sports. In college, she competed with the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) allowing her to continue to develop as a rider. Now she spends her free time riding at a Hunter/Jumper show barn when she is not preparing for an upcoming work week of deliverables or reporting. 

"Intentional" is the best word to describe the growth process of the Horse Racing Women's Summit, a movement that started with a multi-day event at Santa Anita Park in 2022, followed by smaller pop-up gatherings around the country. Each of these were thoughtfully planned to gather women into a supportive space for networking, meeting new friends, and fostering deep discussions. Leading into the second Horse Racing Women's Summit, September 27-29 at Santa Anita Park in California, the HRWS planning committee has thought strategically about how to continue spreading their mission. As special guest Shona Rotondo shares during the episode: "We're not presuming that we know exactly what has to be done for women in racing, we need to hear from everybody in order to do this properly.” Learn more about at register today: https://www.womeninracingsummit.com/ Amplify Horse Racing amplifies Thoroughbred industry education, mentorship, and career opportunities with horse programs for youth and young adults. We create pathways to involvement for newcomers, highlight existing initiatives, and create new resources to lead the Thoroughbred industry into the future. Horse racing is called “the sport of kings,” but it isn't just a sport for the wealthy – it's a sport for everyone!

The Triple Crown - and horse racing in general - is filled to the brim with emotion. Author, researcher and historian Jennifer Kelly tries to convey emotion through words on a page in her new book The Foxes of Bel Air, about the father-son Triple Crown winning duo Gallant Fox and Omaha. She explains how she takes the viewer on a trip through time to make it seem like century-old events happened just yesterday. And for Mage's owner and bloodstock agent Ramiro Restrepo, winning the Kentucky Derby a month ago still feels like it was yesterday. Hear from him later on in the episode about his 15 year journey from the Tampa Bay Downs winner's circle to the cupola at Churchill Downs, as well as his family's decades-long efforts to succeed in horse racing. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

When considering a career in the Thoroughbred industry, it is important to understand the varying perspectives on animals being used in sport and for entertainment purposes. From the 1970s to present day, ethics in horse racing have evolved, and what was once accepted in the past is now part of this era's growing list of taboos. From fairness and integrity to animal welfare, this presentation by Phil O'Hara, assistant professor of practice at the University of Arizona Race Track Industry Program, will define ethics, guide the audience through several eras of horse racing, and explore how the industry has addressed ethical dilemmas. And stick around, because Robert Hartman joins us later to talk about RTIP and how prospective students can get into the program. Note: mature topics are discussed in this episode pertaining to equine welfare and gambling integrity. Please use appropriate discretion. While much of our content and programming is geared toward many age groups, this episode is suggested for high school and college-aged students. This is a Horse Racing Hangouts edition. The Hangouts are Amplify's monthly virtual livestream that can be viewed in video form on Amplify's YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter. The original version of this aired on April 20th and contained informational powerpoint slides, so be sure to check that out to see the points presented visually. You can view it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBxAh6VdXTg Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Happy Kentucky Derby week!!! Sean Collier joins the crew to talk about what it's like getting to work with fans everyday in his role as the assistant tour manager at the Kentucky Derby Museum. Then a SECOND guest: Cathy Shircliff comes on to talk about her work as the director of equine industry relations Churchill Downs Inc. and what the buzz around the track has been like so far this year! Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame (NMRHOF) educator Matt Reichel will take viewers on a "ride through time" of horse racing in America, from humble beginnings in the 1600s to a national pastime today. Using the NMRHOF's historical galleries as a baseline, Matt will cover different eras of horse racing, including the Colonial era, Pre-Civil War era and the Post-Civil War era. The mission of the NMRHOF is "to preserve and promote the history of Thoroughbred racing in America and honor the sport's most accomplished participants in the Official National Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame." You can learn more about the NMRHOF here: https://www.racingmuseum.org/ This episode is a Horse Racing Hangouts edition. The Hangouts are Amplify's monthly virtual live stream that can be viewed in video form on Amplify's Youtube, Facebook and Twitter. The original version of this aired on March 7 and contained a lot of visuals to accompany the subject-matter, so be sure to check that out to see the museum artifacts that are discussed in the podcast! You can view it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzbqxZL2--A&t=743s Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Globetrotter Allyson Walker joins Annise, Kaitlin and Timothy to talk about her travels with Shirl's Speight for trainer Roger Attfield. He runs in the Dubai World Cup Carnival today (March 25) in the Dubai Turf. She also talks about their recent trip to Japan for the February Stakes, going to the Breeders' Cup and even what it's like working for D. Wayne Lukas. Don't miss the stories of this well-traveled horsewoman! Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

It's a week after Valentine's Day, and a week after Greenmount Farm's Sabrina Moore's Knicks Go baby was born! Listen to how that went and all of the work that goes into being an equine midwife, from the stresses to the successes. Sabrina has so many great stories and memories to share about foaling! Meanwhile, Kaitlin's horse Charles was not feeling the love on Valentine's Day with a couple of hiccups moving to his new barn, so Kaitlin was not able to join us. We can't wait to have her back for the next episode! We also wanted to give you a heads up before the show starts that we discuss some mature topics and use terminology relating to the reproductive cycle of the horse, so please use parental discretion. Thank you for doing so. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Annise hosts a step-by-step seminar on how to apply for the Godolphin Flying Start program (GFS). Featured speakers are first-year GFS trainees Orlaith Nangle, Alex Sausville, and Ben Triandafillou. They will tell viewers about their backgrounds prior to starting the course, provide an overview of the program syllabus, and walk you through the entire application process. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Annise, Kaitlin and Timothy are back to kick off Season 3 of the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast! Secretary of the American Graded Stakes Committee and Senior Director of Industry Relations and Development Andy Schweigardt joins the podcast to talk about how stakes races are graded. He discusses the process that goes into the reviewing the status of each race as well as the history behind graded stakes and their prestige. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Annise, Kaitlin and Timothy reflect on 2022 and look forward to 2023. They share their favorite moments, memories and lessons learned from the past year both in their personal and professional lives. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Kate Hunter of Marugai Racing joins Annise and Timothy to talk about her role in representing Japanese horses and connections for America's biggest races. She is at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, KY this week for the Breeders' Cup World Championships. After representing Japan's first tow winners last year, Loves Only You and Marche Lorraine, Kate represents Chain Of Love this, whose swan song will come in Saturday's Filly & Mare Sprint. She discusses plenty more about herself and the Japanese racing industry. You can learn more about Kate here: https://www.marugairacing.com/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Attorney Danielle Mayer (who specializes in equine law!) joins us to talk about the Horse Racing Women's Summit that was held Sept. 28 - 30 at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, CA. She has been a passionate horsewoman her whole life, but is new to horse racing, and shares what that new experience was like for her. She also discusses different aspects of the equine law field! You can learn more about the Horse Racing Women's Summit here: https://www.womeninracingsummit.com/ You can read more about Danielle here: https://www.buchalter.com/attorneys/danielle-mayer/#bio Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Dr. Rhonda Rathgeber of Hagyard Equine Medical Institute joins us to talk about the work she is doing for future veterinarians, as well as veterinarian career paths, the lifestyle, misconceptions and more. She even discusses the uses of equine acupuncture! You can learn more about Hagyard Equine Medical Institute here: https://www.hagyard.com/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Stephanie Hronis joins us to talk about the upcoming Horse Racing Women's Summit from Sept. 28 - 30 at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, CA. She discusses what it is like planning the event, some highlights of the event and the importance of having career development opportunities, particularly for women in male-dominated industries. In addition to the monumental event, Stephanie also talks about another big win of hers: Flightline's Pacific Classic tour de force. You can learn more about the Horse Racing Women's Summit here: https://www.womeninracingsummit.com/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Anna Ford joins the crew to talk about the importance of aftercare, as well as promote the Amplify Junior event at New Vocations. New Vocations is the oldest and largest Thoroughbred and Standardbred adoption facility in the United States, and Ford serves as its thoroughbred program director. Co-host Kaitlin Christopherson has a personal connection as she adopted Charles, her off track Thoroughbred, from New Vocations. This episode was recorded prior to the Aug. 27 Amplify Junior event. At the event children and their families learned about what Thoroughbreds can do after their racing careers and got to meet many horses as they toured the farm, and also watched a riding demonstration! You can learn more about New Vocations here: https://www.newvocations.org/ Amplify Junior invites children 12 and under and their parents and guardians to learn about the Thoroughbred horse racing industry! You can learn more here: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/amplifyjunior/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Horse Country's executive director, Hallie Hardy, joins us to talk about the work that she does in connecting tourists and fans to the horses and land of Kentucky. She discusses some of her favorite moments and experiences in her work, as well as analyzing the impact of Kentucky's equine industry. You can visit Horse Country's website here: https://visithorsecountry.com/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation president Jamie Haydon joins Annise, Kaitlin and Timothy to talk about the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit, which was on June 22. Jamie discusses the different topics presented at the summit and as well as other projects that the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation is funding. You can watch the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit on the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT1Hch0UZRSmAGRxryQGhOw/videos Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

It is summer and we are back! Annise and Kaitlin share what they have been up to in the past couple of months, and they also introduce new producer and co-host Timothy Littau! Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Hosts Kaitlin Christopherson and Annise Montplaisir are joined by Jodie Vella-Gregory, Manager of the Office of Innovation for 1/ST Racing, and Shona Rotondo, Co-Founder of Grand Slam Social, to discuss the inaugural Horse Racing Women's Summit that will take place at Santa Anita Park in September! The two guests also tell their stories of how they got involved in the Thoroughbred industry after coming from horse-showing backgrounds, and the characteristics that can help you kickstart and elevate your equine career. Jodie also talks about recent educational youth tours that the team at 1/ST Racing has been hosting to introduce kids to the world of racing. To learn more about the Women's Summit, visit: https://www.toconline.com/inaugural-horse-racing-womens-summit-coming-to-santa-anita-park-this-autumn/ To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.