Podcasts about Cheltenham

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 22:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/277 http://relay.fm/rd/277 A Comma for Christmas 277 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa John's new art piece leads to a discussion of accuracy and build quality in toys for grown men and sometimes children. John's new art piece leads to a discussion of accuracy and build quality in toys for grown men and sometimes children. clean 4889 John's new art piece leads to a discussion of accuracy and build quality in toys for grown men and sometimes children. Links and Show Notes: John's new art piece leads to a discussion of accuracy and build quality in toys for grown men and sometimes children. Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Merlin's toot: "I may have figured out why my phone keeps dimming." Maclock on Ali Express Hatsune Miku figurine at Walmart Frieren figurine Hand-painted model kit of Nausicaä riding Kai - Reddit Stellar Blade's Eve figurine Calico Critters LEGO Friends LEGO Creator 3in1 LEGO Duplo LEGO Quatro Four-Byte Burger recreation story - YouTubeFour-Byte Burger pixel art, by Jack Haegar (1985) re-digitized by Stuart Brown, Four-Byte Burger recreation (PNG) Cheltenham (typeface) - WikipediaIn 2003, The New York Times introduced a more unified Cheltenham typographic palette for its headline use in the print edition. Elmo's World: Jackets (DVD Rip) - YouTube James Bond's Aston Martin D.B.5

The turkey's barely digested, but the racing keeps coming — Rory returns to preview ITV Racing at Cheltenham, Musselburgh and Windsor on New Year's Day, and also runs the rule over the feature at Tramore. Check out all of the offers mentioned in the show, right here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport It's New Year's Day Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan as the podcast returns to daily duty with the news of the death of Sheikh Mohammed Obaid, one of the sport's most important patrons. George Boughey joins the show to talk about his recent association with the well known owner, preparing his 2,000 Guineas colt Bow Echo, and also to discuss stable rider Billy Loughnane's bid to break the all time record for winners in a calendar year. Also today, record breaking point to point rider Will Biddick tells Nick about his decision to retire and also gives his appraisal of one of his star graduates and winner of yesterday's Challow Hurdle, No Drama This End. Plus, Billy Nash from Timeform gives his reading of the King `George, Saville Chase and the best novice races of the Christmas period, while trainer Eddie Harty talks glowingly of stable star Irish Panther, with an interesting Cheltenham option thrown in the mix.

New Year. Big races. Sharp analysis. James Stevens, Jonny Pearson and Harry Wilson dive into the New Year's Day action from Cheltenham and Musselburgh, breaking down the key races and highlighting the main players on a red-hot card at Jump racing HQ. Plus, two cracking contests from Musselburgh in a fast-paced, no-nonsense preview of the day's standout racing.

After a star-studded week of Christmas racing, Tom Collins and Ross Millar are joined once again by Sam Twiston-Davies to reflect on it all including THAT King George and preview Cheltenham's New Year's Day meeting.The panel turns its attention to Prestbury Park, breaking down the key races including the Chasing Excellence Novices' Chase, the Betfair Exchange Handicap Chase, and the Relkeel HurdleAs ever, the pod is rounded off with their NAPs and NBs for New Year's Day.Got a fancy to kick off the year? Drop your selections in the comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I've been a sports journalist for more than 20 years. But until the past few weeks I had no clue about croquet!England star James Death certainly helped me get a grasp of the basics and I hope you'll find this educational too. I had a tryout on the courts with James recently and great to pick his brains again here. Fantastic to discover the Croquet England office - where James works - is located in my hometown of Cheltenham.It's quite a complex sport - but as it nails the Triple Tonic pillars of health: fresh air, movement and conversation. I can see it would be a fantastic hobby.Let me know your thoughts. If you're in Cheltenham and want to take a look: https://cheltenhamcroquet.org*****************Chief Sponsor: Bang & Olufsen Cheltenham: https://stores.bang-olufsen.com/en/united-kingdom/cheltenham/unit-15-the-courtyard-montpellier-streetInfo on Sponsor Offerings: For 15% off Herring Shoes enter the code SPORTANDLIFE at checkout at - https://www.herringshoes.co.ukFor 30% off Cytoplan supplements for your first purchase at https://www.cytoplan.co.uk and a 10% discount ongoing: Check out the intro to the podcast.

Mark, Tim and Steve go through the Boxing Day defeat at Walsall. Was it ok, or did they basically do what they need to and no more. Plus how can we have more injuries in the squad?We look ahead to Newport, with the help of 1912 Exiles pod, and Cheltenham on New Years Day.We end with an extended interview with two players from the women's team, Hannah Holloway and Jess Sheridan who sat down with Euan.A reminder to get involved in our consultation over the proposed mural - if you haven't yet filled it in please do so here -responsepage.aspxClick the link below to see the full range of our Railwaymen merchandise - If you would prefer names changing or a different colour shirt please reach out and we should be able to accommodate!https://the-railwaymen-podcast.teemill.com/You can also help the running of the podcast at https://buymeacoffee.com/therailwaymen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Keating sits down with Matt Gray for a wide-ranging, thoughtful, and entertaining conversation that explores the intersection of cosmology, philosophy, and mysticism. Together, they tackle some of the universe's biggest mysteries—from the origins of the cosmos and the mechanics of the Big Bang, to the challenges and philosophy behind scientific discovery. Timestamps: 00:00 "Science, Nobel Near-Miss, and Humor" 07:26 "Passion for Science and Sharing" 12:00 "Chasing a Nobel-Worthy Discovery" 20:42 Limits of Scientific Falsifiability 22:18 "Origins and Concepts of Cosmology" 32:28 "Galileo, Einstein, and Scientific Progress" 34:16 "Nobel Prizes and Collaboration Challenges" 38:58 "Galactic Dust and Panspermia" 48:15 Agnostic vs. Atheist Questioning 51:44 John Lennox: Faith, Science, and Scripture 58:35 Equations, God, and Belief Dynamics 01:03:12 Belief Nuances and Perspectives 01:06:07 Maxwell's Ether and Light Waves - Join this channel to get access to perks like monthly Office Hours: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmXH_moPhfkqCk6S3b9RWuw/join

JP joins the show once more to update on Cheltenham Football Club's rejuvenated season, look ahead to a big FA Cup showdown with Leicester plus reflects on his soft spot for Cameroon with AFCON upon us.

Tis the season, not only for Christmas but the ‘Warnock Season' so it only feels fitting that we have one of his ex-players in the hot seat this week….Sean Morrison who tells stories about parades, B*llockings and failed b*llockings from the man himself.  It doesn't just stop at Warnock as Morrison also featured under another cosh favourite gaffer is Russel Slade, who is Cheltenham obsessed with chaos descending every year and us finding out just how big his balls are.  And finally to complete the hat trick is Mick McCarthy who's dead pan humour will never go out of style. Alongside this incredible trio of gaffers we hear more about Billy Paynter's pranks, a leaked video and unwanted dog.  Merry Christmas ya filthy animals x  This show is sponsored by Talksport Bet Get £40 in FREE BETS at http://talksportbet.com/utc when you bet £10 18+ gambleaware.org T&Cs apply

The guys are here with their bumper Christmas preview of all the big races over the festive period and make their best bets from the action. Never miss a moment, podcast or article on SM Media as you can follow us below on all our platforms. Website - https://thesmmediaent.wordpress.com/ YouTube - https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCO40v_nSWgc6WjmzF4IR68g Twitter - https://twitter.com/SMMediaEnt?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SMMediaEnt/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/smmediaent/?hl=en iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/sm-media/id1528862527 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1iPnMJSgUPj4f0U58DHI9J?si=iVlyktAZTlOcDLPBvbLhzQ SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/fD17rkT6o5NNVaPj7

In Episode 97 of the Smart Betting Club Podcast, I am joined for the third time by Anthony Kaminskas, founder of AKBets and a former professional punter turned bookmaker.Nearly three years on from the launch of AKBets, this conversation takes stock of how the business has grown, how the betting industry has shifted, and why life as a modern bookmaker is far tougher than most punters realise - including a healthy discussion on betting restrictions.AK speaks candidly about operating under UK regulation, handling restrictions, managing compliance risk, and absorbing rising costs at every level of the business. He also lifts the lid on the real economics of running a sportsbook, sharing hard numbers on payroll, data feeds, duties, levies, payment processing and platform fees.This is not a marketing interview. It is an honest look at why betting markets look the way they do, why margins are tightening, and why both punters and bookmakers are being squeezed by the same pressures.Topics covered include• The early chaos of launching AKBets just before Cheltenham and surviving the first year • Growing from a one man operation to a licensed bookmaker with close to 30 staff • Why compliance now outweighs trading as the biggest business risk and team • How and why bookmakers limit or restrict certain betting patterns • The reality behind social media narratives around account closures • The impact of rising UK betting and casino duties on prices and offers • Why higher taxation almost always leads to worse odds for customers• The true monthly cost of running a UK sportsbook • Why horse racing is becoming harder and harder to offer sustainably • The growing risk of black market operators as regulation tightens • Whether the future still holds opportunity for sharp bettors • Why professional gambling skills transfer well outside bettingIf you want to understand how bookmakers actually think, why markets behave the way they do, and where the pressure points now sit in UK betting, this is essential listening.Support The PodcastYou can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link: https://welcome.matchbook.com/SBC150Resources & MentionsAKBetsSmart Betting Club

In a Final Furlong Podcast Special, Emmet Kennedy is joined by multiple Cheltenham Festival-winning trainer Barry Connell for a wide-ranging, no-holds-barred conversation — presented without commercial interruption by 1xBet Ireland. This is a rare, candid insight into Cheltenham planning, elite horses, and the realities of modern jump racing.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad - ITV broadcaster and Kempton committee member - to react to the weekend's news, chiefly the potential threat to racing at Kempton Park, oxygenated by Jim Mullen's confirmation of developer Redrow's option on the track until 2028. Prior to this comment, Mullen gave this podcast an in depth interview outlining his vision for the Jockey Club, which finds itself under considerable financial pressure. Plus, Nick and Rishi give their thoughts on all the action from Hong Kong and Cheltenham from the weekend, with David Hayes sharing his verdict on the brilliant Ka Ying Rising.

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During the second decade of the twentieth century, an unidentified serial killer was believed to have operated in Atlanta, Georgia, brutally killing at least twenty Black woman. Due to the similarities between the Whitechapel victims and the victims in Atlanta, the Georgia press dubbed their killer “the Atlanta Ripper,” an anonymous monster whose presence held the city's Black population in a grip of fear. For a period of roughly five years, the Atlanta Ripper killed with regularity on the city streets, slashing, mutilating, and otherwise brutalizing the bodies of the women they killed. Despite having at least six viable suspects, investigators were never able to conclusively identify the Atlanta Ripper and the murders remain unsolved.ReferencesAtlanta Constitution . 1912. "Negro woman slain; suspect arrested." Atlanta Constitution, January 21: 5.Atlanta Constitution. 1912. "Jack the Ripper believed to be a modern Bluebeard with 12 wives as victims." Atlanta Constitution , August 11: 1.Atlanta Journal. 1910. "Deaths." Atlanta Constitution, April 5: 10.—. 1911. "Antoher negress killed; black butcher at work?" Atlanta Journal, June 16: 14.—. 1911. "Black 'Jack the Ripper' slays another negress." Atlanta Journal, July 2: 7.—. 1911. "Has 'Jack the Ripper' fallen into dragnet?" Atlanta Journal, July 13: 4.—. 1912. "Jack the Ripper caught at last, say detectives." Atlanta Journal, August 10: 1.—. 1911. "'Jack the Ripper' foiled in 8th attempt Saturday." Atlanta Journal, July 9: 3.—. 1912. "Negro woman murdered just outside the city." Atlanta Journal, April 8: 20.—. 1911. "One of the Ripper crimes is no longer a mystery." Atlanta Journal, August 4: 11.—. 1911. "Rosa Trice foully murdered." Atlanta Journal, January 23: 9.—. 1911. "Will "Jack the Ripper" claim eight victim this Saturday?" Atlanta Journal, July 8: 8.—. 1911. "Young negro is held for 'Ripper's' crime." Atlanta Journal, July 12: 17.Constitution, Atlanta. 1911. "Negro woman killed; no clew to slayer." Atlanta Constitution , May 29: 7.Franklin Evening Star. 1912. "Nineteenth horrid crime of Atlanta's Jack the Ripper." Franklin Evening Star, April 9: 2.New York Times. 1911. "Eight victims now of Atlanta Ripper." New York Times, July 3: 3.—. 1906. "Rioting goes on, despite troops." New York Times, September 24: 1.Wells, Jeffrey. 2010. The Atlanta Ripper: The Unsolved Case of the Gate City's Most Infamous Murders. Cheltenham, UK: The History Press. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Tombs and Donn McClean join host Daniel Hussey to review the weekend's racing with a view to the Cheltenham Festival, share eyecatchers and answer your questions. Race IQ Debate at end of show! Subscribe for free to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3TpGzk1 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Trz7Fb Facebook: https://bit.ly/3cqQlC4 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Aq7qE0 Search Matchbook Insights for our latest written previews. 18+ | BeGambleAware

This week on The Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy and Lizzie Kelly are joined by one of the defining figures of modern jump racing. A four-time Champion Jockey, Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, the second most successful rider in National Hunt history, and now a successful syndicate owner - Richard Johnson.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad - ITV broadcaster and Kempton committee member - to react to the weekend's news, chiefly the potential threat to racing at Kempton Park, oxygenated by Jim Mullen's confirmation of developer Redrow's option on the track until 2028. Prior to this comment, Mullen gave this podcast an in depth interview outlining his vision for the Jockey Club, which finds itself under considerable financial pressure. Plus, Nick and Rishi give their thoughts on all the action from Hong Kong and Cheltenham from the weekend, with David Hayes sharing his verdict on the brilliant Ka Ying Rising.

How about this for a set of discussion topics? The increasingly uncertain future of Kempton, the possible purchase of Arc by the Jockey Club, a significant changes overhaul of the Derby festival, the first formal public address given by new BHA chair Lord Charles Allen, the world's fastest racehorse, the ongoing lamentable state of some weighing rooms, fascinating insight into a major BHA corruption investigation and the sentencing of an illegal bookmaker. There is all that and more in the latest edition of The Front Page - and the more includes reflections on two afternoons of quality racing at Cheltenham, where Sir Anthony McCoy's Lambourn tenant Faye Bramley trained the 33-1 winner of the December Gold Cup. Even more significantly, the race carried the name of the charity created by John and Amy Hunt to support women and girls facing desperately tough times. Lee Mottershead, Peter Scargill and Matthew Rennie cover all those subjects in a thoroughly packed edition.

Dr Laura O'Loghlen is a GP and private doctor in Cheltenham - co-founding Montpellier Medical in the heart of the town (https://www.montpelliermedical.co.uk) In this conversation we covered some key areas of how to stay healthy in winter including:* Modifying our physical output if fatigued/sleepy in the dark days of mid winter.* Sleep (and screens) * Alcohol * Vitamin D * Vitamin B12 * Relating to vitamin levels - the importance of blood tests. * Daylight * Socialising * Flu (and how this year's vaccine may have been dodged by the prevalent strain in the UK)I found this a really useful and practicable chat - and fun! Let me know what you think. ***************Chief Sponsor: Bang & Olufsen Cheltenham: https://stores.bang-olufsen.com/en/united-kingdom/cheltenham/unit-15-the-courtyard-montpellier-streetInfo on Sponsor Offerings: For 15% off Herring Shoes enter the code SPORTANDLIFE at checkout at - https://www.herringshoes.co.ukFor 30% off Cytoplan supplements for your first purchase at https://www.cytoplan.co.uk and a 10% discount ongoing: Check out the intro to the podcast.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan for a look at today's racing news. First today, Adrien Cugnasse follows upon his own breaking story from Jour de Galop on the latest in the case of Pierre Charles Boudot, the former French Champion jockey indicted for rape over four years ago. Also on today's show, Nick - in Hong Kong - talks to Francis Graffard about his runners in the HKIR on Sunday, while Nick and Jane reflect on Ryan Moore's triumph in the International Jockeys' Championship. Plus, David Pipe on waiting some more for stable star Windbeneathmywings, and Harry Derham on the surprise package that is One Horse Town, engaged at Cheltenham this weekend. David Yates catches up with Charlie McCarthy regarding the small holdup that will prevent Kopek des Bordes running at Christmas.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by Racing TV's Lydia Hislop. First off though we hear from Nick who is in conversation with Andrew Cooper, Clerk of the Course at Epsom, who has news of significant changes that are to be made for the 2026 Betfred Epsom Derby Festival, including a significant increase in prize money and an obvious focus on customer experience. This links into Lydia's interview with Lord Allen earlier in the week and Charlotte asks what Lydia made of his responses. Then we look ahead to Cheltenham tomorrow and are joined by Gavin Sheehan and Chris Gordon, who speak about their chances and finally Lydia provides an update on point point trainer Joe O'Shea and Jockey Aidan Keeley, both of whom have landed themselves in hot water.

Join Charlotte Greenway for The Saturday Edition, your weekly horse-racing preview. This episode looks ahead to Cheltenham tomorrow with insights from trainers Jamie Snowden, Harry Derham, Chris Gordon, and jockey Gavin Sheehan. Charlotte also turns to the upcoming Hong Kong International Race Day, featuring updates from trainer David Hayes on star sprinter Ka Ying Rising, and Francis Graffard on his two runners.

In The Know is back! Join Ross Brierley, Racing Post tipsters Robbie Wilders and Paul Kealy as they preview the action from Day 2 of the December meeting at Cheltenham.

Racing in Ireland on Saturday is at Fairyhouse (13th December 2025). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Lingfield, Doncaster, Cheltenham, Newcastle and Wolverhampton. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

It's December Gold Cup Day, run in support of The Hunt Family Fund — you can show your support here: https://bidaid.com/auction/HFF. Ruby and Rory are back to preview the card on ITV Racing, and they're on the lookout for an early Christmas present. Speaking of Christmas presents, we're giving away tickets to Naas on January 4th for their Grade 1 novice hurdle day — just tune in to Friday Tipping with Joe Logue or Fridays with Fran on the FTHM feed to find out how to enter. Claim your Money Back Token for Saturday, and find more information on all of the available offers this weekend, right here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport It's Weekend Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

Cheltenham takes centre stage this weekend. Micheál Deasy and Dan Overall join Tom Stanley to share their best bets for ITV Saturday. Subscribe for free to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3TpGzk1 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Trz7Fb Facebook: https://bit.ly/3cqQlC4 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Aq7qE0 Search Matchbook Insights for our latest written previews. 18+ | BeGambleAware

It's a Final Furlong Betting Special with Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman & Jamie Wrenn — your full Saturday Racing Guide across Cheltenham and Doncaster, featuring big-price NAPs, bold opinions, and Emmet's ambitious Lucky 63. If you're betting this weekend, this is essential listening.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan for a look at today's racing news. First today, Adrien Cugnasse follows upon his own breaking story from Jour de Galop on the latest in the case of Pierre Charles Boudot, the former French Champion jockey indicted for rape over four years ago. Also on today's show, Nick - in Hong Kong - talks to Francis Graffard about his runners in the HKIR on Sunday, while Nick and Jane reflect on Ryan Moore's triumph in the International Jockeys' Championship. Plus, David Pipe on waiting some more for stable star Windbeneathmywings, and Harry Derham on the surprise package that is One Horse Town, engaged at Cheltenham this weekend. David Yates catches up with Charlie McCarthy regarding the small holdup that will prevent Kopek des Bordes running at Christmas.

In The Know is back! Join Ross Brierley, Racing Post tipster Robbie Wilders and Betting Editor Keith Melrose as they preview the action from Day 1 of the December meeting at Cheltenham.

Harry Cobden's got a big Saturday at Cheltenham ahead of him. Before then we reflect on his favourite Nicky Henderson horses, as well as last weeks highlights and lowlights! Subscribe to the channel now so you never miss an episode! This show is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gg54F6kYidU 18+ GambleAware

Our resident shrewdie, Joe Logue, is back in the hot seat, looking ahead to Friday's ITV Racing at Cheltenham and Bangor. We've got more tickets up for grabs! Win a pair for Naas on January 4th for the Grade 1 Ballymore Novice Hurdle. From The Horse's Mouth goes live with Tom Nugent, Ruby Walsh, and Fran Berry before the racing. Just drop a comment on Spotify with your email or Twitter handle to enter - we'll pick five winners for a pair of tickets each! Claim your Money Back Token for Friday, and find more information on all of the available offers this weekend, right here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport It's Friday Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

Nick talks to BBC commentator John Hunt about The Hunt Family Fund, established in memory of his wife Carol and daughters Louise and Hannah, who were killed last July. John speaks about his hopes - and those of his daughter Amy - for the Fund, and how it seeks to support vulnerable women affected by domestic violence. He talks about the extraordinary strength and warmth of his family, how he and Amy support one another, his sense of Home, and his return to work. The first major fundraiser takes place at Cheltenham this week, and the silent auction - with some fabulous prizes - can be accessed at bidaid.com/auction/HFF.Also on today's show, Lee Mottershead talks about exposing black market bookmaker Haydon Simcock, who has today received a prison sentence and a £290,000 fine. Plus, Dan Barber has the Timeform perspective on which is the best novice hurdler in Britain, while - in association with Weatherbys - bloodstock and racing manager Paul Curran gives us insight into the future of Yulong as it rebrands as Ace Stud.

Cheltenham Trends expert Matt Tombs and Racing TV's Donn McClean do a deep dive into all the weekend's racing, alongside host Daniel Hussey. Subscribe for free to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3TpGzk1 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Trz7Fb Facebook: https://bit.ly/3cqQlC4 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Aq7qE0 Search Matchbook Insights for our latest written previews. 18+ | BeGambleAware

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Lizzie Kelly and Jamie Wrenn for one of the most forensic, data-rich, insight-heavy National Hunt deep dives we've ever done. If you follow the Champion Chase, Arkle, Ryanair, Baring Bingham, or Brown Advisory markets — this episode is essential listening.

Nick talks to BBC commentator John Hunt about The Hunt Family Fund, established in memory of his wife Carol and daughters Louise and Hannah, who were killed last July. John speaks about his hopes - and those of his daughter Amy - for the Fund, and how it seeks to support vulnerable women affected by domestic violence. He talks about the extraordinary strength and warmth of his family, how he and Amy support one another, his sense of Home, and his return to work. The first major fundraiser takes place at Cheltenham this week, and the silent auction - with some fabulous prizes - can be accessed at https://bidaid.com/auction/HFF. Also on today's show, Lee Mottershead talks about exposing black market bookmaker Haydon Simcock, who has today received a prison sentence and a £290,000 fine. Plus, Dan Barber has the Timeform perspective on which is the best novice hurdler in Britain, while - in association with Weatherbys - bloodstock and racing manager Paul Curran gives us insight into the future of Yulong as it rebrands as Ace Stud.

Andy Tucker is a football legend where I live in Cheltenham - an ex player for Cheltenham Town FC and Gloucester City, he created soccer schools that are famous in the this part of the world. And through his national franchise supa strikers Tuxs is helping kids as young as two learn the ropes of the beautiful game.Great to talk football and business with this passionate man.If you're looking to coach kids in that 2-7 age bracket and need a little help, Tuxs has an entire system in place and can help you get started: https://www.supastrikers.co.uk*****Chief Sponsor: Bang & Olufsen Cheltenham: https://stores.bang-olufsen.com/en/united-kingdom/cheltenham/unit-15-the-courtyard-montpellier-streetInfo on Sponsor Offerings: For 15% off Herring Shoes enter the code SPORTANDLIFE at checkout at - https://www.herringshoes.co.ukFor 30% off Cytoplan supplements for your first purchase at https://www.cytoplan.co.uk and a 10% discount ongoing: Check out the intro to the podcast.

I met Claire Richardson recently at a networking event and was seriously impressed with her passion and vision - and overwhelming conviction that we can enjoy a healthy second half of life. I'm in my forties and I'm often saddened by the limiting beliefs of many of my peers. “I'm too old to exercise.” Or “it's time to maintain what I've got.” To be honest, I first noticed comments like this in my twenties. As Claire underscores with hard science - we can get fitter and stronger as we age. Claire has set up GHS Clinics - https://ghsclinics.health/services/ - in Cheltenham to help clients maximise their health-span (how long they live in good physical and mental health) so it's closer to their lifespan (total years lived). In this pod we talk about GHS' Second Prime plan and the importance of taking some time to create a plan for ageing well. ********Chief Sponsor: Bang & Olufsen Cheltenham: https://stores.bang-olufsen.com/en/united-kingdom/cheltenham/unit-15-the-courtyard-montpellier-streetInfo on Sponsor Offerings: For 15% off Herring Shoes enter the code SPORTANDLIFE at checkout at - https://www.herringshoes.co.ukFor 30% off Cytoplan supplements for your first purchase at https://www.cytoplan.co.uk and a 10% discount ongoing: Check out the intro to the podcast.

It's one of the biggest Saturdays of the early jumps season and The Final Furlong team - Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael - deliver a fast-paced, opinion-packed betting preview for Sandown, Aintree, Huntingdon, and Cork. We start with the Tingle Creek Chase (3:00 Sandown) where Il Etait Temps is the odds-on favourite with 1xBet to give Willie Mullins another Grade 1 in a race he first won nine years ago. But L'Eau du Sud arrives race-fit after bolting up at Cheltenham. And Jonbon, already a dual winner of the Tingle Creek, bids to become only the second horse ever to win it three times. The panel have strong and divided views on who wins.

As good a weekend's jumps racing as you could get, with drama at every turn and some great finishes. Racing TV's Donn McClean and Cheltenham Trends expert Matt Tombs join host Daniel Hussey to review it all, plus look at what it all means for the rest of the season. Subscribe for free to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3TpGzk1 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Trz7Fb Facebook: https://bit.ly/3cqQlC4 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Aq7qE0 Search Matchbook Insights for our latest written previews. 18+ | BeGambleAware

A Final Furlong Podcast Special with 1xBet Ireland, recorded live at the Curragh Racecourse: One of racing's sharpest analysts, Gavin Lynch, returns to join Emmet Kennedy for a full deep-dive into everything we've learned so far from the new National Hunt season.

Cheltenham Trends expert Matt Tombs and Racing TV's Donn McClean join host Daniel Hussey to give their thoughts on a brilliant weekend's jumps racing and share their shortlist of eyecatchers. 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

Johnny Ward brings you this weeks racing pod alongside Alex Dunn where they preview all of the weekends action! The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill 18+ see gamblingcare.ie

The Matchbook Cheltenham Trail is back for a third series. Starting earlier this season, Matt Tombs and Donn McClean join host Daniel Hussey every week for a Weekend Review, Eyecatchers and Listener's Questions. 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  

The Final Furlong Podcast breaks down a blockbuster weekend across Cheltenham, Navan and Exeter with Emmet Kennedy, French racing analyst Adam Mills and Be Lucky Podcast host Daryl Carter. This episode is packed with Festival clues, powerful takes and serious betting insights. Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. Your game, your odds, your 1xBet. Final Demand made a winning chase debut and is now a short-price favourite with 1xBet Ireland for the Brown Advisory. The lads analyse the performance to decide whether the hype is justified or overstated. Kopek Des Bordes and Lulamba also made perfect starts over fences for Willie Mullins. Daryl has backed one of them for the Arkle and Adam explains the key data that separates the potential stars from the pretenders. We revisit the Arkle Trial, where Put The Kettle On launched an unforgettable career for Henry de Bromhead. This year's winner July Flower is now unbeaten in two chase starts, but does she have the speed, class and technique to follow that path? Sean Bowen delivered a superb ride on Wade Out and the National Hunt Chase talk has begun, but not everyone is convinced. The team explain what the market is missing. Paul Nicholls compared No Drama This End to Denman after his hurdles debut but Adam and Daryl break down the form and numbers to test that claim from every angle. Mydaddypaddy made an impressive hurdles debut for Dan Skelton but does that make him a legitimate Supreme contender? The panel have questions. L'Eau du Sud cruised home in the Shloer Chase. Is he now a threat to the leading two-mile chasers and where does that leave Jonbon? COMPETITION We have partnered with Punchestown Racecourse ahead of Premiere Weekend featuring a Grade 1 double header: the Morgiana Hurdle on Saturday and the John Durkan Memorial Chase on Sunday. Last year's Durkan was race of the season and this renewal could be even stronger with Fact To File seeking back to back wins. We are giving away the final two pairs of weekend tickets. To enter, answer the question asked in this episode and make sure you are subscribed on YouTube. Winner announced on Thursday's show.

The Final Furlong Podcast team are back for a massive weekend of National Hunt action, with Cheltenham's November Open Meeting taking centre stage and Grade 2 from Navan adding intrigue. Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman, and Peter Michael to preview the best bets, bold opinions, and big-value plays for the weekend's top races. Expect strong views, data-backed arguments, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Matt Tombs and Steve Jones join host Tom Stanley to share their Best Bets for the Cheltenham November Meeting. 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

Nick is joined by ITV's Oli Bell to canter through this morning's racing headlines. With a whole host of stars set to take to the stage this weekend in Ireland and the UK, Nick talks to Charlie McCarthy - owner of Kopek des Bordes - about the return of last season's star novice hurdler, set for his chasing debut at Navan this weekend. Also on the show, James Owen spins through a host of smart horses bound for Cheltenham, including Ambiente Friendly, Trad Jazz, Hallelujah U, Burdett Road and more. In Bahrain, Nick catches up with Thady Gosden, Ralph Beckett and Dan and Clare Kubler, while JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, including a tribute to jockey Brian Rouse, who has died aged 85.