Podcasts about Aintree

Leading provider of hospitality technology Kappture has chosen Galway City as the location for the expansion of its Software Development Hub with the creation of at least 20 new roles. Currently operating out of The Portershed, the team will focus on the development of its cutting-edge AI platform, BRISK, as well as innovating on its core EPOS solutions. Kappture works with some of the world's most iconic live event brands including Croke Park, Thomond Park, six English Premier League clubs, Ascot, Cheltenham, Aintree, Punchestown, Celtic FC, Olympique Lyonnais, ASM Global and many more. Developed in Galway, BRISK is a world leading AI computer vision action tracking platform. It's first application will be for food & beverage retail at sports and live event venues. Using edge compute, BRISK is the first and only solution of its kind to offer instant payments with a human-free checkout experience. BRISK will remove the all too familiar experience of long queues for food & beverages at your favourite sports matches, concerts, and other live events. The first deployment is now live with Norwich FC with many more planned across Ireland, the UK and globally. Kappture is backed by Irish private equity investor Renatus Capital Partners. This project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. Minister for Enterprise Tourism & Employment Peter Burke said: "Great news that Kappture, a leading provider of hospitality technology, has chosen Galway City for their new Software Development Hub, with the creation of 20 jobs. With a focus on innovative new AI technologies, the new office will provide exciting and transformative job opportunities for the locality. Galway is key hub for technology companies, and I very much welcome Kappture to this thriving ecosystem. Congratulations to the team on this new initiative." Kappture is currently recruiting in the areas of computer vision software engineering, software development as well as other commercial and operational roles as it builds out its team. To explore opportunities to join the team visit: Kappture - Careers Neil Haran, CTO of Kappture said "We are delighted to receive support from the IDA Ireland as we look to expand our activities in Ireland both for BRISK and our core EPOS activities. BRISK is the world's only solution that can take payments for food & beverages instantly with no human interaction. BRISK has global applications to remove the pain points of queues at live events, to make it a better experience for fans and more efficient for venue operators. Our ambition is to bring highly skilled talent to Galway and to increase its standing as a hub for AI, innovation and creativity" Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland said "Kappture's decision to expand its software development operations in Galway underscores Ireland's growing reputation as a global hub for technology and innovation. Galway, with its vibrant tech ecosystem, skilled talent pool, and collaborative community, offers an ideal environment for companies developing cutting-edge solutions. This investment not only highlights the city's attractiveness for scaling ambitious tech ventures but also reinforces Ireland's position at the forefront of AI and digital transformation." For more information, visit Experience More - Kappture[AN1] and see BRISK in action here: BRISK See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us...

Michael Byrne was 36, a former professional jockey with over 100 winners, including at Cheltenham and Aintree. He rode in the 2014 Grand National and worked in racing until his passing. Saturday, May 3rd, will mark the first anniversary of Michael Byrne's passing with a mountain challenge in his memory — climbing Galtee Mór, Slievenamon, and the Devil's Bit in one day. The funds raised will go to Jigsaw, supporting youth mental health, and C-SAW in Clonmel, who help those affected by suicide. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by brother of late Michael, David Byrne. Photo(C): https://www.gofundme.com/f/a-hike-for-mike

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 16ú lá de mí Aibreán, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1977 bhí timpeall 23 trálaer, chuid is mó dóibh báid mór, ag fáil réidh chun cur chun farraige d'ionradh den uisce plódaithe le ronnach. I 2004 bhí na múinteoirí bunscoile ag iarradh níos mó cosaint de bharr go raibh ardú in iompair trioblóideach agus ionsaí ar múinteoirí sa bhunscoil. I 1999 bhí an tír an sásta leis an rath ag an Aintree Grand National agus Bobbyjo a bhí ann ach bhí spota solas ar Liam Skehan ó nDurlas. I 2009 bhí aird ar an chontae de bharr gur chuaigh toscaire ó 12 tír chuig Baile Thiobraid Árann don chomhdháil síocháin idirnáisiúnta. Sin Brotherhood Of Man le Save Your Kisses For Me – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1976. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1994 fuair amhránaí Prince a chéad uimhir a haon sa Bhreatain le The Most Beautiful Girl In The World – bhí sé a 37ú hamhrán a tháinig sé amach leis. Bhí sé a chéad amhrán a tháinig sé amach leis óna d'athraigh sé a ainm stáitse. I 1996 chuaigh Kiss chuig an 38ú Grammy Awards lena smideadh iomlán orthu agus tháinig an nuacht amach go raibh siad chun turas nua a dhéanamh. Bhí sé seo an chéad uair I 15 bhliain a tháinig gach ball den bhanna cheoil le chéile. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Sadie Sink I Meiriceá I 2002 agus rugadh aisteoir Martin Lawrence sa Ghearmáin ar an lá seo I 1965 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sé. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 16th of April, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1977: a powerful dutch fleet of 23 trawlers most of them were big boats, were ready to set sail for an invasion of our teeming mackerel waters. 2004: Primary teachers were demanding better protection to counter a disturbing increase in disruptive behaviour and assults on teachers in national schools. 1999 – While the nation delighted in the success at Aintree of Grand National hero, Bobbyjo. the national spotlight turned on Thurlesman, Liam Skehan. who bred the equine star.   2009 – Tipperary was the centre of world attention when delegates from 12 countries arrive in Tipperary town for the forthcoming International Peace Conference.  That was Brotherhood of Man with Save Your Kisses For Me – the biggest song on this day in 1976. Onto music news on this day In 1994 Prince had his first UK No.1 with 'The Most Beautiful Girl In The World', (his 37th single release). It was his first release since changing his stage name to an unpronounceable symbol 1996 Kiss appeared in full make-up at the 38th Grammy Awards, where they announced a reunion tour. It would mark the first time all four members had appeared together in over fifteen years. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actress Sadie Sink was born in America in 2002 and actor Martin Lawrence was born in Germany on this day in 1965 and this is some of the stuff he has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

Labhraímid le Daragh Ó Conchúir faoi chraobhacha CLG agus rugbaí na hEorpa ag an deireadh seachtaine agus Willie Mullins ag Aintree.

After a successful weekend at Aintree, Harry gives us his thoughts on securing 2nd place in the David Power Jockeys' Cup, how he's going to spend the £200,000 prize money, and his upcoming rides in Ayr this weekend. Watch this episode and more on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/4p_CgiQ1uU0 18+ GambleAware

Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened. It's the season finale, and Fran has some awards to give out. For the last time this season, it's Fridays with Fran!   Don't miss Harry Cobden and the Weekly Podcast and more on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing   It's Fridays with Fran, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"...   18+ | gambleaware.org

Willie Mullins didn't send a single favourite into battle — but still returned home with five Grade 1s from Aintree. In Part 2 of our Grand National Festival review, Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, George Gorman, and Ginger Joe break down all the big races, performances, and implications.

Nick was joined in the studio by Neil Channing, plus Grand National winning jockeys Daryl Jacob & Carl Llewellyn. Lot's of Aintree chat & reflections with the guests. Catching up with Aintree's Dickon White, trainer Paul Nicholls & Owner Michael Buckley. We also caught up with Dubai World Cup commentator Pat Comerford. For a spin through Saturday's Meydan news.

On Nick Ferrari at Breakfast, A new Universal theme park is confirmed to open in Bedfordshire bringing £50 billion to the UK economy. Nick talks to Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy. Pro-Palestine activists place 'body bags' outside David Lammy's home and block roads in central London. Grand National runner Celebre d'Allen dies following Saturday's race at Aintree. All of this and more on Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show podcast.

History made. Debate ignited. Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills, George Gorman, and Joe from the Ginger Joe Sports Show to review an extraordinary 2025 Grand National — where Willie Mullins became the first trainer ever to saddle the 1-2-3 in the world's most iconic steeplechase.

It's Grand National day and Nick's out on track having a look at some of today's runners and again Shark Hanlon joins the show, this time taking over with the interviewing duties as he introduces us to some of the team over to support Hewick in this afternoon's big race. Anthony Honeball is out picking grass with Brookie and hopes he can run a big race in this afternoon's Maghull Novices' Chase while Dan Barber looks at the big one from his own perspective as well as sharing what Timeform make of the race.

Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna has admitted that it's 'likely' they'll be relegated back to the Championship after they threw away a 1-0 lead to lose 2-1 at home to Wolves, with the visitors moving 12 points clear of the drop zone with 7 games to clear. The former England midfielder Jermaine Jenas questioned Mikel Arteta's decision to rotate his Arsenal side after they were held to a 1-1 draw at Everton. Jockey Patrick Mullins says that it's a 'dream' to win the Grand National for his father Willie after 33-1 shot Nick Rockett won the feature race at Aintree. The former British Champion Paul Smith has urged Joe Joyce to retire from Boxing after a unanimous decision to Filip Hrgovic. Ahead of their game with Southampton later, Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou believes the club will only be successful if they stop chopping and changing managers, and Ruben Amorim previews this afternoon's Manchester Derby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Nick Luck Daily Podcast comes to you Live from Aintree on Day 1 of the Grand National Festival and once again Nick is in amongst it with Jane Mangan as the horses are out stretching their legs. Mary Mangan has just watched Spillane's Tower out on track and share her hopes for him in this afternoon's Aintree Bowl before ITV's Alice Plunkett drops in to chat about what makes this place so special. Whilst out picking grass, Paul Gilligan and Buddy One join the show and look at whether this admirable horse can go one better than he did in the Liverpool Hurdle last year. Rob Hogarth is out on track fulfilling ITV media commitments but has time to have a quick word on Ahoy Señor and he's extremely bullish about his chances against Spillane's Tower. Then Gavin Cromwell shares his hopes for his three in the National, all of which are very prominent in the market, before Patrick Mullins runs through some of Willie's contenders this week including Lossiemouth today and Gaelic Warrior who he rides in the Bowl this afternoon.

Back again on track for Day 2 of the Aintree Grand National Festival and Nick is joined today throughout by David Yates and by a host of guests including clerk of the course Jon Pullin who has an update on the ground and the watering they've done on overnight. Keiran Burke has Soul Icon in the Topham and discusses why they've decided to tackle the famous fences and Peter Scudamore joins mid dog walk to look back on his experiences in the saddle in the National and later the winners trained by himself and Lucinda Russell. Danny Mullins drops in after exercising Glengouly, who he rides in the Topham and explains the thinking behind choosing Meetingofthewaters in the Grand National over Minella Cocooner before finally Shark Hanlon provides a positive update on Hewick who was bouncing after his leg stretch out on track this morning.

It's Grand National Day at Aintree (5th April 2025) with the £1m Randox Handicap Chase feature getting underway at 4.00. The seven race card begins at 1.20, and with other big races also including the Ivy Liverpool Hurdle (3.05) and Rosconn Group Maghull Novices' Chase (5.00). With his selections, here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

It's Grand National day in the Merseyside, and we have none other than Ruby and Rory to take us through the final card of the Aintree Festival. Enter our free to play game ELIMINATOR here:  https://promos.paddypower.com/promotion?promoCode=FTPELIMINATOR25 To read terms and conditions for Aintree offers, click here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport Watch this episode, Aintree Rewind with Patrick Mullins and more on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing It's Aintree Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"...    18+ | gambleaware.org

Ahead of Aintree, Charlotte Greenway brings you a bonus episode as she catches up with trainer Nicky Henderson to run though some of his biggest chances over the three days in the Grade 1s and handicaps including: Constitution Hill, Jonbon, Lulamba, Jango Baie, Hyland, Chantry House, Excello, Fantastic Lady, Impose Toi & Jeriko du Reponet.

Charlotte Greenway filling in for Nick and joined by Timeform's Dan Barber to look ahead to the action from Aintree, kicking off tomorrow. Dan and Charlotte take a deep dive into Friday's declarations and pick out a couple of eye catchers as well as those that have something to prove. Charlotte also gets the low down on Hewick from Shark Hanlon ahead of his National bid whilst Max McNeill discusses his exciting Aintree team, including his two in the big one. Ben Atkins joins for our weekly P2P segment ahead of tomorrow's Foxhunters at Aintree with reflection on yesterday's Hunter Chase sponsored by the podcast on which Olive Nicholls shares her delight after victory aboard Viroflay. Finally, off to Dubai where JA McGrath is in situ and has news of the Hong Kong runners as well as a catch up with James McDonald on his mounts.

Fresh off landing 10/1 and 14/1 winners last weekend, red-hot analyst Andy Newton and in-form tipster Peter Michael join Emmet Kennedy for a power-packed Grand National Saturday preview. They break down the key races at Aintree including:

The Nick Luck Daily Podcast comes to you Live from Aintree on Day 1 of the Grand National Festival and once again Nick is in amongst it with Jane Mangan as the horses are out stretching their legs. Mary Mangan has just watched Spillane's Tower out on track and share her hopes for him in this afternoon's Aintree Bowl before ITV's Alice Plunkett drops in to chat about what makes this place so special. Whilst out picking grass, Paul Gilligan and Buddy One join the show and look at whether this admirable horse can go one better than he did in the Liverpool Hurdle last year. Rob Hogarth is out on track fulfilling ITV media commitments but has time to have a quick word on Ahoy Señor and he's extremely bullish about his chances against Spillane's Tower. Then Gavin Cromwell shares his hopes for his three in the National, all of which are very prominent in the market, before Patrick Mullins runs through some of Willie's contenders this week including Lossiemouth today and Gaelic Warrior who he rides in the Bowl this afternoon.

It was Charlie Baker and Paul Hawksbee for today's show. They were joined in studio by the wife of Arsenal centre back Gabriel Magalhães, Rupert Bell and Lizzie Kelly came on to set the scene from Aintree ahead of 3 days of Racing and we ended with a great Birthday Spread. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Stevens is joined by Graeme Rodway, Jonny Pearson and Unibet's Brett Williams to preview the action on Grand National day at Aintree. In the first part of the show the panel focus on the big one, the Grand National. The team analyse the race and have a look at the market. They also provide their top four bets for the National and mention a few outsiders in the field.  The second part of the show looks at the rest of the excellent Aintree card. The panel have a couple of strong big priced fancies.  To finish, the team give the rest of their tips for this weekend's racing, before giving their NAPs.

Fran is back to give us some winners from the golden sand in Dundalk Stadium to Becher's Brook in Aintree!   Enter our free to play game ELIMINATOR here: https://promos.paddypower.com/promotion?promoCode=FTPELIMINATOR25   To read terms and conditions for Aintree offers, click here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport   Don't miss Aintree Rewind with Patrick Mullins, Finders Keepers and more on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing   It's Fridays with Fran, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

It's Day 2 of Aintree, meaning more tips and (hopefully) some winners courtesy of Ruby and Rory. Enter our free to play game ELIMINATOR here:  https://promos.paddypower.com/promotion?promoCode=FTPELIMINATOR25 To read terms and conditions for Aintree offers, click here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport Don't miss Finders Keepers, Aintree Rewind with Patrick Mullins and more on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing It's Aintree Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"...    18+ | gambleaware.org

Matt Tombs and Donn McClean join host Tom Stanley to preview Thursday and Friday at Aintree this week. Subscribe for free to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3TpGzk1 Twitter/X: https://bit.ly/3Trz7Fb Facebook: https://bit.ly/3cqQlC4 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Aq7qE0 Search Matchbook Insights for our latest written previews. 18+ | BeGambleAware

In this Grand National Festival special, Emmet Kennedy is joined by some of the biggest names in the sport: Danny Mullins, Nicky Henderson, and Harry Skelton.

Ahead of Aintree, Charlotte Greenway brings you a bonus episode as she catches up with trainer Nicky Henderson to run though some of his biggest chances over the three days in the Grade 1s and handicaps including: Constitution Hill, Jonbon, Lulamba, Jango Baie, Hyland, Chantry House, Excello, Fantastic Lady, Impose Toi & Jeriko du Reponet.

Charlotte Greenway filling in for Nick and joined by Timeform's Dan Barber to look ahead to the action from Aintree, kicking off tomorrow. Dan and Charlotte take a deep dive into Friday's declarations and pick out a couple of eye catchers as well as those that have something to prove. Charlotte also gets the low down on Hewick from Shark Hanlon ahead of his National bid whilst Max McNeill discusses his exciting Aintree team, including his two in the big one. Ben Atkins joins for our weekly P2P segment ahead of tomorrow's Foxhunters at Aintree with reflection on yesterday's Hunter Chase sponsored by the podcast on which Olive Nicholls shares her delight after victory aboard Viroflay. Finally, off to Dubai where JA McGrath is in situ and has news of the Hong Kong runners as well as a catch up with James McDonald on his mounts.

Our team preview the Randox Grand National and have best bets for the rest of Aintree and Meydan.

We caught up with Paddy Power Ambassador Harry Cobden to discuss all things Aintree Festival, including his mounts, fancies and overall thoughts ahead of the Grand National. Enter our free to play game ELIMINATOR here:  https://promos.paddypower.com/promotion?promoCode=FTPELIMINATOR25 To read terms and conditions for Aintree offers, click here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport Watch this episode, Aintree Rewind with Patrick Mullins and more on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing 18+ | gambleaware.org

Ladies and Gents, the Aintree Festival is finally here! Ruby and Rory take us through their day one selections. Enter our free to play game ELIMINATOR here:  https://promos.paddypower.com/promotion?promoCode=FTPELIMINATOR25 To read terms and conditions for Aintree offers, click here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport Don't miss Finders Keepers, Aintree Rewind with Patrick Mullins and more on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing It's Aintree Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"...    18+ | gambleaware.org

The Final Furlong Podcast goes full throttle into Aintree's Grand National Meeting, delivering a deep dive into every Grade 1 race with bullish opinions, no-nonsense value plays, and monster-priced selections for the big one itself. Emmet Kennedy is joined by Liam Firkin, Adam Mills, and George Gorman for a full preview of the festival's key contests—this is not your average tipster show. It's fast, form-driven, and full of opinion.

34 runners will head to Aintree in Saturday's Grand National, but who will win? That is the big question asked in this week's edition of The Front Page, in which Liam Headd and James Stevens look ahead to the weekend's action. The pair discuss the chances of the leading contenders, whether the winner will come from Britain or Ireland and share their best tip for the race. Last weekend also saw the first big race of the 2025 Flat season and racing at Doncaster and a key Classic trial at Leopardstown is reviewed. The panel discuss the credentials of Delacroix in the Derby after his impressive victory. Also on the show is a look ahead to ITV Racing's coverage of the Grand National after Sam Quek was confirmed to be joining the broadcaster across the three-day coverage.

A week out from the Aintree Festival. Nick was joined in the studio by, sports broadcasting legend John Inverdale, broadcaster Cornelius Lysaght, trainer Nicky Henderson, Author William Morgan & Flutter's Seb Butterworth. Lot's of Aintree chat, plus hearty discussions on the industry as a whole.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing presenter Oli Bell to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Joining today's show, Jimmy Mangan explains why Spillane's Tower could have a big advantage at Aintree next week, while trainer David Menuisier is unleashing a secret weapon of a jockey who is robbing three pounds this weekend. Plus, Sportinglife.com's David Ord has Something for the Weekend himself at Doncaster, while Nick catches up with retiring BHA Chief Medical Adviser Jerry Hill, who discuses the impact of the Pandemic, saunas and much more. Also today, Fred Timmis - trainer of NLD bonus hunter Captain Tommy - tells Nick how the plan was hatched, much to Oli's obvious delight.

My Story  Talk 12 Brasenose College Oxford 1959-62 (Part 3) Welcome to Talk 12 in our series where I am reflecting on God's goodness to me throughout my life. This is now the third talk about the years I spent at Oxford. So far we have talked about life at Oxford, its academic programme, and my spiritual experience while I was there. Today I'm going to share with you my developing relationship with Eileen, our decision to get married shortly after I graduated, and how the Lord led us straight into pastoral ministry rather than going to Bible college first. Keeping in touch Throughout the two years after Eileen and I met, we had seen each other almost every day. Clearly, this could not continue while I was at Oxford, but we kept in touch as much as was then humanly possible. Of course, in those days there were no mobile phones. In fact, access to landlines was not easy, and anyway, it was extremely expensive. So Eileen and I kept in touch with each other by writing letters four or five times a week. We also managed to see each other every two weeks. As I have mentioned already, the terms at Oxford were only 8 weeks long, so by going home for the weekend after four weeks, and by Eileen travelling up to see me for the weekend after weeks two and six, we were able to see each other on a fortnightly basis. This was very clear evidence of Eileen's commitment to me as the journey on our Lambretta scooter through the busy traffic of central London was by no means easy. Obviously, we made the most of those precious weekends. On Saturdays we would often explore the surrounding countryside on our scooter or even travel further afield visiting pretty Cotswold villages like Bibury and Bourton on the Water. Or in the summer we loved getting into one of the punts moored by Magaden Bridge and heading up the Cherwell where we picnicked on the home-made sausage rolls and egg and bacon pie that Eileen had brought with her from home. On Sundays, of course, we went to church together before Eileen made the 60-mile journey back home to be ready for work on Monday. Of course, during the college vacations (which totalled half the year), the situation was completely different. I was able to see Eileen every day again. During the week, this was in the evenings as Eileen was at work during the daytime. And I was too, at least during the weeks that the schools had their holidays. As the Oxford terms were far shorter than the school terms I was able to earn some extra money by teaching in a local secondary school, which was to prove valuable for my future ministry as I was gaining experience in teaching children of a different age group from those I had taught in the years before I went to Oxford. But apart from working hours, Eileen and I saw each other every evening and every weekend. Sundays were taken up with church twice in the day, and midweek we regularly attended the Tuesday night prayer meeting, the Thursday night Bible study, and the Friday night youth meeting. We were desperate to learn more about our Pentecostal experience and the way the Pentecostal churches did things. In fact, whatever we were doing, our relationship with each other was from the start intimately connected with our relationship with the Lord and his will for our lives, even when we went on holiday. As I have already mentioned, our first holiday together was at a Christian Endeavour Holiday Home in Devon in 1959 just before I went up to Oxford. The following year we decided to explore the Lake District together. We travelled the three-hundred-mile journey on our scooter, stopping overnight in Aintree with one of Eileen's aunts, before finally arriving at a CE Home in Kents Bank near Grange-over-Sands. We had each visited the area before, but never together, and that fortnight was a wonderful opportunity to enjoy fellowship with other Christians as well as marvelling at the beauty of God's creation as we made daily trips into different parts of the Lakes. In 1961 we decided to go further afield and to spend four weeks touring France and northern Spain. So we exchanged our 125cc Lambretta for a new 175 which we trusted would cope well with the distances we would be travelling laden with two tents and all the paraphernalia required for camping. However, the moment we set off we both had some misgivings as the weight of luggage at the rear of the scooter made it harder to handle the machine safely, but undaunted we proceeded with caution and arrived safely at Southend airport where we had booked a flight on a cargo plane to northern France. Our first night in France was spent in a cow field with the kind permission of the farmer. We were both experienced campers, Eileen with the Girl Guides and I with the Boys' Brigade, but we had never before been woken by the sound of cows champing round our tent pegs and we quickly agreed to depart as soon as possible, particularly as there were no ‘facilities' available! We determined that after that we would make sure to check into proper camping sites. We travelled down the western side of France, stopping first at Paris for the weekend, camping in the Bois de Boulogne and visiting the thousand-strong Assemblies of God Church in the Rue du Sentier led by pastor André Nicole. Little did I know it then, but that was to be the first of many visits to French assemblies later in my ministry and sparked my interest in what the Holy Spirit was doing in European countries. In Angouleme we discovered that our GB plate had fallen off and, knowing that we were legally required to display one, we visited a garage there and asked if they knew where we could get a replacement. It was then that I realised how inadequate my A Level French course had been. Although we had studied numerous French authors, it was of little practical use to us now as no one had told us how to say the alphabet in French! Finally, by writing the letters down I managed to let them know what I wanted and learnt that in French GB is pronounced Jay-Bay. They told us that they could make us one, but it would take a couple of days. As a result, we had to travel further each day than originally planned which meant that we were both rather saddle-sore at the end of each day. We crossed the Spanish border between Biarritz and San Sebastian and immediately discovered that what we were doing was culturally unacceptable. Eileen was getting hoots and wolf-whistles from passing motorists because she was wearing trousers and not riding side-saddle! Of course, this would have been extremely dangerous bearing in mind the distances we were travelling each day and, at the risk of causing offense, we decided that we had no option but to carry on as we were. Extremely tired when we reached Burgos we decided to spend the night in a hotel and enjoy the luxury of proper beds. We did the same in Madrid for two or three nights before heading for Barcelona by way of Zaragoza. But before we reached Barcelona our scooter broke down on a mountain road and reluctantly I had to leave Eileen by the roadside with the scooter while I hitched a lift in a Citroen deux-chevaux into a village called Jorba to get help. It took two days to get the scooter fixed and by the time we eventually reached our campsite at Rosas, on the Mediterranean just north of Barcelona, it was already dark. A day or so later we arrived in Perpignan in southern France, intending to travel on up the eastern side of France on our way back home. But the scooter broke down again, and after two days camping at the back of an Esso station, we were compelled to return to England by train, leaving our scooter to be brought home courtesy of the RAC. Fortunately, it was still under warranty and was repaired by Lambretta after it finally arrived back in England some six weeks later. That holiday was the last we were to have together before we were married the following year and, in some ways, was a preparation for it. Like the holiday, married life is wonderful, but not without its unexpected events, delays, and difficulties. We were learning to face problems together, to be patient with each other, and to trust in the Lord to bring us through. Perhaps that's why I tend to advise young couples, wherever possible, to go on holiday together before deciding to get married. But that brings me to how I decided to propose to Eileen. Engagement and Marriage It was during my first term at Oxford. We had been ‘going out' together for two years, seeing each other almost every day. But we had never talked about marriage. I think that must have been because I was very conscious of how serious marriage is. Divorce in those days was far less common than it is today and for me, as a Christian, it would not have entered my head. I knew that marriage would be for life. What's more, I knew God had called me to serve him, and choosing the right partner was vitally important. So I was reluctant to commit myself. But just before I went to Oxford my father had a word with me. You'd better make your mind up about that girl, David. It would not be fair to keep her waiting for three years while you're at Oxford, if your intentions are not serious. Of course, I knew he was right. I had to make up my mind. The problem was, I didn't want to give her up, but I didn't want to marry her if she wasn't the right one for me. Finally I did what I should have done much sooner. I decided to pray about it. I got down on my knees in my bedroom at Oxford and told the Lord my dilemma. I told him that I would gladly marry Eileen if she was God's choice for me, but if not, I would give her up. And as soon as I said that prayer I received an overwhelming peace and an assurance that Eileen was the girl I was to marry. So, the next time I was home from Oxford, after a long and passionate kiss, I said to her, You will marry me, won't you, darling? Yes, those were my exact words! To which she replied, Oh yes! Of course I will. So we decided to get engaged the following summer after my first year at Oxford, knowing that the earliest we could expect to marry would be after I had graduated. After gaining her father's consent, we organised a wonderful garden party to celebrate our engagement on 2nd July, 1960, and eventually were married by Pastor Alfred Webb at Bethel Full Gospel Church, Vicarage Road, Dagenham, on 28th July, 1962. And the specially invited organist for the occasion was none other than Laurie N. Dixon, LRAM, the friend through whom I had first heard about the baptism in the Holy Spirit.    Our move to Colchester After our honeymoon in Cornwall, we moved directly into our first home, a bungalow in Colchester, where I had accepted the invitation to take over the pastorate of the small AoG church there. Colchester will be the subject of our next talk, but first I need to explain why we did not consider ministry in a Baptist church and why I did not go to Bible College as originally planned. With regard to the Baptists, the explanation is simple. Once we had been baptised in the Spirit, neither of us had attended our Baptist churches apart from perhaps an occasional visit. This was largely because the minister of Hornchurch Baptist was not sympathetic to a Pentecostal understanding of scripture, and the new minister of Elm Park Baptist had stated that the Pentecostals' exegesis of Acts was entirely unwarranted. Against this, my parents had told me that Leslie Moxham, our former Baptist minister at Elm Park, had noticed such a difference in me since I was baptised in the Spirit that he had said, If the baptism in the Spirit can make that much difference to David, I want it too. Leslie was later baptised in the Spirit and eventually became an AoG minister working with my friend Colin Blackman in the Tunbridge Wells assembly. And although, as we were to discover later some Baptists were beginning to get involved in the Charismatic Renewal, it was evident to us that our future lay with the Pentecostals rather than with the Baptists. But why didn't I go the Bible College before taking on a church? The answer is that I tried to. Early in 1962 I applied to London Bible College. There was a section on the application form where you were required to give an account of your experience of Christ. So I mentioned not only how I had become a Christian, but also how Jesus had baptised me in the Holy Spirit. My interview lasted about an hour, most of which was taken up with what I believed about speaking in tongues. Was it for today? And if it was, was it for everyone? As a result, I received a letter a few days later saying that they felt I would do better to apply to a Pentecostal bible college! Interestingly, their rejection of my application is mentioned in Ian Randall's history of LBC, Educating Evangelicals. The AoG Bible College was then at Kenley in Surrey. Its principal was Donald Gee. I had had a brief conversation with him after a meeting at the East Ham Easter Convention, and he had promised to send me the application form. But this never arrived. I also heard it rumoured that the lady teaching English at Kenley, on hearing that an Oxford graduate might be coming, had, presumably jokingly, commented that he'll be probably teaching me! This, together with the fact that some of my Pentecostal friends were telling me that I didn't need to go to Bible college, because I had got it – whatever that meant! – caused me to wonder if that was the direction I should be heading. So I said to the Lord, If you really don't want me to go to Bible College, let someone offer me the pastorate of a Pentecostal church. And within a week, I had my answer. I received a letter from the Colchester assembly asking if I would be their pastor. There was a bungalow available for rent for six and a half guineas a week (£6.51) towards which they were prepared to contribute £5.00. Apart from that, they could offer nothing, and it was understood that I would need to seek full time secular employment. But that's something for next time.  

Joshua Stacey is joined by RTV analyst Dan Overall for a packed episode. First up, Henry de Bromhead reflects on Bob Olinger and Air Of Entitlement's Cheltenham Festival victories before discussing his Aintree runners. Lucinda Russell shares her Aintree plans, including updates on Myretown, Ahoy Senor, and Derryhassen Paddy. Richard Phillips provides the latest on Idas Boy, while Rebecca Curtis navigates a jockey dilemma with Irish Grand National favourite Haiti Couleurs. Joe Tizzard outlines his Aintree team, and Jim McGrath brings us the latest from the Hong Kong racing scene.

Joshua Stacey is joined by RTV analyst Dan Overall for a packed episode. First up, Henry de Bromhead reflects on Bob Olinger and Air Of Entitlement's Cheltenham Festival victories before discussing his Aintree runners. Lucinda Russell shares her Aintree plans, including updates on Myretown, Ahoy Senor, and Derryhassen Paddy. Richard Phillips provides the latest on Idas Boy, while Rebecca Curtis navigates a jockey dilemma with Irish Grand National favourite Haiti Couleurs. Joe Tizzard outlines his Aintree team, and Jim McGrath brings us the latest from the Hong Kong racing scene.

Graham Cunningham, Fran Berry and David Johnson join Matt Brocklebank to reflects on all the recent newslines before looking ahead to what's to come at Doncaster, Kempton and in Ireland this weekend before attention turns to Aintree.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to canter through the day's racing headlines from around the globe. First up, RTE and RTV's Jane Mangan reports from Aidan O'Brien's press morning, which has cast doubt on the participation of star 2yos The Lion in Winter and Lake Victoria in their respective Newmarket Guineas. Also today, with the Lincoln kicking off the Flat Turf season in the UK this weekend, Nick talks to owner Gary Robinson, whose Classic-placed Galeron is back from a spell in Australia and raring to go, while trainer Gay Kelleway looks for a big weekend with runners in the Brocklesby at Doncaster and in Kempton's Queen's Prize. Continuing our build up to Aintree, jockey Nick Schofield - twice placed in the race - shares his excitement at riding Monbeg Genius this year, while David Maxwell has a good team bound for Liverpool, and tells Nick that Joker de Mai has a good chance of giving him his elusive Foxhunters' winner. Further afield, Yulong's Vin Cox reflects on yet another top-level win for Via Sistina, while Coolmore's Mick Flanagan revels in the sale of Hong Kong Derby winner Cap Ferrat, whose win broke the horse's maiden tag at the seventeenth time of asking.

In this Yes/No Game Show: Grand National Edition, host Emmet Kennedy is joined by racing minds Adam Mills, Jaime Wrenn, Barry Doyle, and George Gorman for a rapid-fire rundown of every single runner in the 2025 Randox Grand National. For each horse? Just one question:

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to canter through the day's racing headlines from around the globe. First up, RTE and RTV's Jane Mangan reports from Aidan O'Brien's press morning, which has cast doubt on the participation of star 2yos The Lion in Winter and Lake Victoria in their respective Newmarket Guineas. Also today, with the Lincoln kicking off the Flat Turf season in the UK this weekend, Nick talks to owner Gary Robinson, whose Classic-placed Galeron is back from a spell in Australia and raring to go, while trainer Gay Kelleway looks for a big weekend with runners in the Brocklesby at Doncaster and in Kempton's Queen's Prize. Continuing our build up to Aintree, jockey Nick Schofield - twice placed in the race - shares his excitement at riding Monbeg Genius this year, while David Maxwell has a good team bound for Liverpool, and tells Nick that Joker de Mai has a good chance of giving him his elusive Foxhunters' winner. Further afield, Yulong's Vin Cox reflects on yet another top-level win for Via Sistina, while Coolmore's Mick Flanagan revels in the sale of Hong Kong Derby winner Cap Ferrat, whose win broke the horse's maiden tag at the seventeenth time of asking.

The Grand National has changed enormously in recent years. Does it now need to change again? That is the big question asked in this week's edition of The Front Page, in which Chris Cook and Jonathan Harding join Lee Mottershead to discuss complaints from a number of British trainers that the sport's most famous race has lost its essence. Should there be a cap on the number of runners a single trainer can have? Would the Grand National be better with win-and-you're-in races? And do people really care who trains the runners or in what country they are trained? After looking forward to Aintree, the team looks back at the Cheltenham Festival, this focusing on last week's announcement that some ticket prices are to be cut, alongside a rebranding of the meeting's second day. To wrap up the programme, we reflect on the Racing Post's Racing and the Economy series, debate the mini revolt that occurred when some of Britain's trainers met in London and, after all that, we even tell you who the panel fancies for next Saturday's Grand National.

Nick is joined by ITV's Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from around the racing world. NTF President Nick Alexander speaks at length about the lively discussions that came out of yesterday's AGM in relation to the governance and future of the sport. Plus, Ben Pauling looks ahead to Aintree with Handstands, Mambonumberfive and more, and Coolmore's Gerry Ahern talks Walk in the Park, his young stars and has news of an exciting new addition to the McManus string to join Nicky Henderson.

Tom in for Nick and joined by the Daily Mirror's David Yates. Tom and Dave first ask whether British Racing's new, biggest ever marketing campaign will be a success for the sport with more details on the campaign set to emerge in the coming weeks. We hear from trainer Richard Hannon who has only praise for the BHA in their help in Richard receiving long overdue funds from an owner and member of the Saudi royal family. With news that Aintree will begin watering ahead of the Grand National meeting we are joined by broadcaster Sam Quek who will be part of the ITV Racing team at the meeting. Tom Marquand joins us from Australia ahead of Al Mubhir's run in the Group 1 Ranvet Stakes at Rosehill this weekend and he also tells us of his Dubai World Cup night rides. On that theme we hear from Tadhg O'Shea who now has the choice of two horses to ride in the Dubai World Cup. Ahead of the domestic racing this weekend trainer Harry Derham talks through his best chances. Plus we have our regular Thursday pointing segment in association with ThoroughBid as Molly Armytage and Ben Atkins join us

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to reflect on the final moments of the Cheltenham Festival and to look ahead. Today, they are joined by Henry de Bromhead, with a lengthy debrief on his Cheltenham runners and plans for Aintree, Punchestown and beyond. Plus, Sean Graham, with a bold route ahead for Triumph Hurdle shocker Poniros and news on Energumene. Cotswolds hotelier and publican Nathan Eades joins the show to discuss the impact and cause of falling Festival crowds, while rookie trainer Stephen Thorne talks about his remarkable start following another milestone at the Curragh yesterday.

Emmet Kennedy is joined by racing analyst Adam Mills and jockey George Gorman for Part 2 of The Final Furlong Podcast's comprehensive Cheltenham Festival Review, focusing exclusively on the standout novice chasers and hurdlers. We analyse the Michael O'Sullivan Supreme Novices' Hurdle star Kopek Des Bordes, alongside placed contenders William Munny and Romeo Coolio, discussing what lies ahead for them and identifying beaten horses primed for handicap success. Adam makes a compelling case for Turners Novices' Hurdle winner The New Lion as next year's Champion Hurdle star, while the entire team agrees The Yellow Clay and Final Demand could dominate Cheltenham in seasons to come. Attention then shifts to key runners from the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle—Jasmin De Vaux, The Big Westerner, Derryhassen Paddy, and Wendigo—and we pinpoint future stars in Air Of Entitlement for the Mares' Chase and Sixandahalf as a potential Champion Hurdler. Plus, we explain why shock Triumph Hurdle winner Poniros deserves serious respect, discuss the dramatic Arkle Chase victory of Jango Baie and its implications for beaten favourite Majborough, and debate whether Ballyburn should revert to hurdles after a costly defeat in the Brown Advisory Novices' Chase. Could Lecky Watson emerge as a Gold Cup contender? Finally, the team highlights overlooked Champion Bumper runners and key handicappers to follow ahead of Aintree and Punchestown. A must-listen deep dive into racing's next generation of champions. The Final Furlong Podcast is proudly brought to you by Geoff Banks Bet. Join the excitement and Sign up to Geoff Banks Online now with promo code FFP500 and get 10% of any net losses returned as cash after your first month of betting, up to £500 at geoffbanks.bet. Its tradition redefined with modern tech and unbeatable odds. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/geoff-banks-online/id881898186 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.geoff_banks.geoffbanks Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. https://www.proformracing.com/ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld #CheltenhamFestival #CheltenhamTips #FinalFurlong #HorseRacing #GavinLynch #NoviceChasers #BettingTips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to reflect on the final moments of the Cheltenham Festival and to look ahead. Today, they are joined by Henry de Bromhead, with a lengthy debrief on his Cheltenham runners and plans for Aintree, Punchestown and beyond. Plus, Sean Graham, with a bold route ahead for Triumph Hurdle shocker Poniros and news on Energumene. Cotswolds hotelier and publican Nathan Eades joins the show to discuss the impact and cause of falling Festival crowds, while rookie trainer Stephen Thorne talks about his remarkable start following another milestone at the Curragh yesterday.

Joshua Stacey in for Nick today and joined by the RacingTV's Dan Overall. First off, they reflect on Gordon Elliott's decison to run Brighterdaysahead against Constitution Hill in the Champion Hurdle. Will the Champion Hurdle and Mares' Hurdle feel knock-on effects? James Owen reveals Burdett Road's festival aim and provides an update on Triumph Hurdle favourite, East India Dock. Fresh off the back of Newbury on Saturday, Olly Murphy caught up with Josh to discuss THAT ride from Sean Bowen aboard Booster Bob in the Greatwood Gold Cup on Saturday before outlining Cheltenham Festival and Aintree plans for his team. Finally, Paul Nolan looks set to bring over a good-sized squad to Gloucestershire next week, with Feet Of A Dancer and An Peann Dearg his leading lights. Just what would a festival winner mean to the Enniscorthy-based trainer?

Joshua Stacey in for Nick today and joined by the RacingTV's Dan Overall. First off, they reflect on Gordon Elliott's decison to run Brighterdaysahead against Constitution Hill in the Champion Hurdle. Will the Champion Hurdle and Mares' Hurdle feel knock-on effects? James Owen reveals Burdett Road's festival aim and provides an update on Triumph Hurdle favourite, East India Dock. Fresh off the back of Newbury on Saturday, Olly Murphy caught up with Josh to discuss THAT ride from Sean Bowen aboard Booster Bob in the Greatwood Gold Cup on Saturday before outlining Cheltenham Festival and Aintree plans for his team. Finally, Paul Nolan looks set to bring over a good-sized squad to Gloucestershire next week, with Feet Of A Dancer and An Peann Dearg his leading lights. Just what would a festival winner mean to the Enniscorthy-based trainer?