Podcasts about Hollywood Park

I get regular enquiries about the current whereabouts and activities of Michael Wrona, the young Queensland race caller I got to introduce to American  horse racing thirty six years ago.The now defunct Hollywood Park Race Club was anxious to try out the Australian style of race calling on the big on course crowds and simulcast viewers of the era. Michael and I were invited to cover a total of six race meetings in a ten day period during which time public reaction was to be closely monitored. Should the experiment prove successful, Michael was all but assured of an offer to become resident Hollywood Park broadcaster.  Two weeks later 24 year old Michael Wrona had made the quantum leap from a fair way down the “pecking order” on 4BC Brisbane to become the voice of Californian racing on one of the world's most iconic racetracks. The past 36 years have taken the Brisbane boy through many valleys and peaks- amazing highlights and devastating lows. He's  been tempted to call it quits and scurry home to Australia several times, but something has always prompted him to give it another shot.  Today he and his American wife Kathy live in Orange County where he's safely ensconced as track announcer at the Los Alamitos race track. Five years ago we presented a podcast with the man himself. Several recent emails have prompted me to give that podcast another run.  Michael was actually in the broadcast box at Los Alamitos getting ready to call a Saturday night card when we recorded this 2021 chat. We began by talking about his Aussie accent, unchanged after more than three decades in the US. He talks of his appointment as Los Alamitos track announcer in the wake of his shock dismissal by the owners of the high profile Santa Anita track.  Michael takes us through the dual breed format of Los Alamitos programming- the combination of thoroughbred and quarter horse racing. We turn back the clock to the day Michael and I arrived at Hollywood Park for a six meeting commitment. If the crowds and simulcast viewers liked the Queenslander's style, he had the job at the famous track. Michael remembers the late Marjorie Everett, the dynamic chairperson of the Hollywood Park Operating Company and some of her eccentricities. He reflects on the first big race he got to call in California featuring the clash of two top horses. Michael was stunned when offered the opportunity to share calling duties at the reopening of the legendary Agua Caliente track where Phar Lap had won his only race outside Australia. He looks  back on the first of several interruptions to his career. Marjorie Everett was deposed as Hollywood Park supremo, and the new administration preferred another caller. He was lucky to pick up a gig at Bay Meadows track in San Francisco. The Aussie commentator talks of a brief return to Hollywood Park and the opportunity to feature in an episode of the famous Seinfeld sitcom. Mike talks of his subsequent dismissal from the Bay Meadows job. Luckily he still had employment with Golden Gate Fields, another popular San Francisco venue. He looks back on an offer from an exciting new venture in Texas. Retama Park opened with a flurry but closed before the completion of its first season. By now Michael was developing an inferiority complex. Around this time Michael got to enjoy a brief stint at the famous Arlington Park track in Chicago. During this stint he called a history making performance by the champion Cigar. Life took a bizarre twist for Michael when he was reappointed by Hollywood Park after a shock resignation by Trevor Denman. He called the race in which Lafitt Pincay Jnr  broke Willie Shoemaker's long standing riding record. The much travelled Wrona talks of an exciting offer from another Texan enterprise called Lone Star Park where he would spend five years. For three years during Lone Star's off season he worked at Fairgrounds in New Orleans. Both tracks were taken over by new management and history repeated itself when Michael was finished up. Michael talks of his separation from first wife Julie whose acting career kept them apart for long periods. His spirits were lifted by the opportunity to call the 2000 Preakness Stakes. In 2005 he returned to California where he called the races for Bay Meadows and Golden Gate Fields. He talks of a quick trip to Argentina to cover South America's biggest race. Michael looks back on 2015, a helluva year for the expat Queenslander. He landed the job at Santa Anita after an exhaustive audition process, but shortly after had to deal with the trauma of being singled out by a “real live” stalker.  By now he'd become very philosophical about the lack of job security in the US. His dismissal at Santa Anita came from left field. On a lighter note Michael talks about his marriage to the delightful Kathy and the interpretation of certain expressions he's used in his race calls. Some of them caused a little confusion in the States. He talks of a whirlwind schedule through 2019 which gave him little time to think of the Santa Anita disaster. This was a lovely catch up with the kid from Brisbane who over 36 years has showcased the Aussie style of race calling on more than twenty tracks in six countries.

D'Marco, Travis, Producer Laura and Geeter are live from Hollywood Park Casino getting ready for USA's World Cup Opener and are kicking things off with Super Cross Talk before diving into what it will take for Team USA to generate true World Cup excitement, the adjustments the Spurs need to make facing elimination in Game 5, and whether Dodgers fans should be concerned after Shohei Ohtani was scratched from today's lineup due to injury concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mason is joined by Su'a Cravens and Andy Kamenetzky LIVE from Hollywood park casino! Team USA takes on Paraguay tonight in their opening World Cup match here in LA! Will the Knicks be able to put the Spurs away? Ice Breakers! Take a listen to Rich Paul talking about LeBron James and their offseason conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hollywood And Horsepower Show with Mark Otto Guest, Buck Wilson - a longtime friend of mine. He is a world traveler he is one of the most well-traveled people I know. I describe Buck as having lunch with Hemingway. Hollywood and Horsepower: A Journey Through Legends, Travel, and the Turf Hollywood & Horsepower Podcast Abstract The story behind the story: A journey through speed, fame, and the legendary diners that fuel the fast lane. The Core Premise "A show about absolutely nothing." — Inspired by Seinfeld, focusing on the untold human stories behind sports, travel, and careers. Foundational Influences ✦Johnny Carson: The master of rolling with the punches and turning failures into bigger laughs. ✦J.P. McCarthy: "The Great Voice of the Great Lakes" who brought unpredictable, high-low guests together. ✦Urschel Ellis: The legendary storyteller of the horse racing world and a primary inspiration. The Guest: Buck Wilson ⚓ "A Modern Hemingway" Ex-Navy, world traveler, and yacht club volunteer currently based in San Carlos, Mexico. Legendary Pitstops Miami: The Palm Chicago: Geno's East Indy: St. Elmo's Lexington: Tony's Ft. Worth: Joe T. Garcia's Saratoga: Lobster Roll Horse Racing Heritage Lexington: The "Beverly Hills of Horses" - tradition and class. Saratoga: "Summer camp for adults" - unmatched loyalty. Del Mar: Founded by Bing Crosby to "Keep it Cool." "Travel is fatal to narrow-mindedness, prejudice, and bigotry." — Mark Twain #HorseRacing #DetroitRoots #Gastronomy #Travel ⏱ 65 min listen • Host: Mark Otto Introduction Host Mark Otto reflects on the roots of his show, "Hollywood and Horsepower," drawing inspiration from Detroit's legendary broadcasters and the art of storytelling. Alongside guest Buck Wilson, the episode explores a lifetime of global travel, the unique culture of horse racing, and the culinary landmarks that define their journeys. Detailed Summary Origins and the Art of the Interview Mark Otto opens the show by introducing a new theme song and reflecting on his upbringing in Detroit. He credits his fascination with talk shows to legends like Johnny Carson and local Detroit icon J.P. McCarthy, "The Great Voice of the Great Lakes." Otto emphasizes that the show's goal is to uncover the "story behind the story," much like McCarthy did by bringing on a diverse array of guests from cardinals to athletes. He describes "Hollywood and Horsepower" as a show about "absolutely nothing"—a Seinfeld-esque platform to discuss whatever is interesting, from restaurants to career paths. Global Footprints and the Philosophy of Travel Guest Buck Wilson, an ex-Navy traveler living in Mexico, joins the conversation to discuss the transformative power of travel. Citing Mark Twain, Otto notes that travel is "fatal to narrow-mindedness." Wilson shares his most memorable locations, specifically Cape Town, South Africa, for its game meat and Belgian ale, and Rome, Italy, where he felt an immediate, inexplicable sense of belonging. The duo discusses how history and heritage shape the personality of different regions, from the Scandinavian influence in Minnesota to the "Appalachian migration" that defined the relationship between Kentucky and Detroit.

Ed Policy is sounding the alarm — and Pac Nation needs to understand why. The Green Bay Packers' president and CEO sat down with the Sports Business Journal to lay out a sobering reality: the NFL's explosive growth is creating a financial arms race that the league's only nonprofit franchise is uniquely ill-equipped to fight. Ryan breaks it all down and tells you why the lazy "just follow the money" takes online are completely missing the point. The scale problem nobody understands: While the Packers' $600M reserve fund sounds massive, a $10 billion NFL franchise can sell 10% equity and raise a billion dollars overnight — roughly 15x what Green Bay's entire public share sale generated It's not about coaches — it's about districts: The real threat isn't billionaire owners overpaying staff; it's SoFi Stadium's Hollywood Park development (3,000 residential units, $10B in surrounding real estate) versus Title Town's much smaller footprint Policy's three-part revenue plan: More off-season Lambeau events, expanded sponsorship/naming rights, and continued ticket price adjustments — and Ryan explains why this is transparency, not a cash grab Why shared NFL revenue may be the great equalizer: With league TV and betting revenue exploding and getting split equally, Ryan makes the case that this situation may not be as dire as the headlines suggest Subscribe, leave a five-star review, and let's keep Pac Nation growing. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Website: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ My Board: https://nfldraftgrades.com/board/83a18c42-7a0b-4590-8d1b-453e49840d02

Ed Policy is sounding the alarm — and Pac Nation needs to understand why. The Green Bay Packers' president and CEO sat down with the Sports Business Journal to lay out a sobering reality: the NFL's explosive growth is creating a financial arms race that the league's only nonprofit franchise is uniquely ill-equipped to fight. Ryan breaks it all down and tells you why the lazy "just follow the money" takes online are completely missing the point. The scale problem nobody understands: While the Packers' $600M reserve fund sounds massive, a $10 billion NFL franchise can sell 10% equity and raise a billion dollars overnight — roughly 15x what Green Bay's entire public share sale generated It's not about coaches — it's about districts: The real threat isn't billionaire owners overpaying staff; it's SoFi Stadium's Hollywood Park development (3,000 residential units, $10B in surrounding real estate) versus Title Town's much smaller footprint Policy's three-part revenue plan: More off-season Lambeau events, expanded sponsorship/naming rights, and continued ticket price adjustments — and Ryan explains why this is transparency, not a cash grab Why shared NFL revenue may be the great equalizer: With league TV and betting revenue exploding and getting split equally, Ryan makes the case that this situation may not be as dire as the headlines suggest Subscribe, leave a five-star review, and let's keep Pac Nation growing. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Website: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ My Board: https://nfldraftgrades.com/board/83a18c42-7a0b-4590-8d1b-453e49840d02

Henny, Elaina & Janelle coming together to give you their personal thoughts and perspectives on how they've navigated the sneaker community, industry and culture.All-Star Weekend in LA is here. Elaina and Janelle talk the nostalgia of past ASW releases, what's expected to drop this weekend and potential restocks around the city.

Henny, Elaina & Janelle coming together to give you their personal thoughts and perspectives on how they've navigated the sneaker community, industry and culture.It's Bad Bunny week!!! Post Grammy's and pre-Super Bowl and there is so much happening this month.Costco literally shock dropped their SB collab in some stores, and finally AMM teases us with something worth talking about.

In this episode of Gangland Wire, Gary Jenkins interviews bestselling author Mark Shaw about his explosive new research into the JFK and RFK assassinations — and the hidden role of New Orleans Mafia boss Carlos Marcello. Shaw breaks down newly uncovered FBI documents, including Marcello's alleged 1985 prison confession claiming involvement in JFK's murder. We explore Marcello's long-running war with Robert Kennedy, the suspicious death of journalist Dorothy Kilgallen, and significant inconsistencies in the official story of RFK's assassination. This conversation challenges the lone-gunman narrative and exposes how organized crime, politics, and government investigations may have collided to shape American history. Subscribe to get notified about new content. 0:10 The Kennedy Connection 21:37 Sirhan’s Background Uncovered 31:56 The Role of Marcello in Assassinations 44:54 The Quest for Justice

Greg Ptacek Co-Founder & Festival Director - Film Festival at Hollywood Park, Los Angeles newest premiere film event. Dani Kelly, also known as Daniela Brazil, is a Brazilian American media personality, entrepreneur, & advocate for immigrant communities. Dani embraced her love for dance and Brazilian culture, founding Oya Brazil Samba Show. As an entertainer, she built a reputation for delivering vibrant, Brazilian performances worldwide.Movie Reviews and More is broadcast live Tuesdays at 5PM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Movie Reviews and More TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).Movie Reviews and More Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

En este episodio de Échale Podcast, José Quintero conversa con Adolfo Romero, Vicepresidente de Programación y Booking de SoFi Stadium, YouTube Theater y Hollywood Park. Hablamos sobre su trayectoria como mexicano de Michoacán que hoy decide qué artistas llenan los escenarios más grandes de Los Ángeles, incluyendo Bad Bunny, Julión Álvarez, Grupo Firme, Rolling Loud, Super Bowl y la FIFA World Cup 2026.Adolfo comparte cómo ha sido abrir puertas para la comunidad latina en el entretenimiento, los retos de ser un líder hispano en la industria, y su visión para que Hollywood Park se convierta en la casa de la música latina en EE.UU.

En este episodio de Échale Podcast, José Quintero conversa con Adolfo Romero, Vicepresidente de Programación y Booking de SoFi Stadium, YouTube Theater y Hollywood Park. Hablamos sobre su trayectoria como mexicano de Michoacán que hoy decide qué artistas llenan los escenarios más grandes de Los Ángeles, incluyendo Bad Bunny, Julión Álvarez, Grupo Firme, Rolling Loud, Super Bowl y la FIFA World Cup 2026.Adolfo comparte cómo ha sido abrir puertas para la comunidad latina en el entretenimiento, los retos de ser un líder hispano en la industria, y su visión para que Hollywood Park se convierta en la casa de la música latina en EE.UU.

We start the show off with some super cross talk with Mason & Ireland. We are live from Hollywood Park Casino for our ESPN LA Fantasy football draft party. Kap, Morales, Beto, & Marcas Grant are in! BREAKING NEWS. The Dallas Cowboys traded Star edge rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Packers. We react to it. How does this trade affect the Rams in the NFC? Kap had a fantasy football draft in Phoenix. We ask how did it go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. USC is getting ready to take on Missouri State this Saturday for week 1. We go through USC football schedule for this season. Is USC football head coach Lincoln Riley on the hot seat. Morales reads off a tweet from JT The Brick after Micah Parsons has been traded. What did JT have to say. RADIO TINDER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From portraying a Swiss Army knife as an LA Angels intern to helping bring the World Cup to SoFi Stadium, Adolfo Romero's career trajectory reads like a sports industry fairy tale. Now VP at Hollywood Park, Romero joins us to share his remarkable journey through America's evolving soccer landscape.We dive deep into his early days with the LA Angels, his pivotal role with Chivas USA during MLS's experimental years, and how he became instrumental in bringing international soccer to American audiences nationwide. Romero offers insider perspectives on the challenges and triumphs of growing soccer in a country dominated by other sports, plus exclusive insights into what it takes to prepare SoFi Stadium for the world's biggest sporting event.Whether you're a soccer purist or casual fan, Romero's story showcases the dedication and vision required to elevate the "beautiful game" in America—culminating in his current role helping deliver an unforgettable 2026 World Cup experience.

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – A look at the resentencing ruling that could make Lyle and Erik Menendez eligible for parole…PLUS – Thoughts on the cost of home ownership in Orange County AND the development of a Movie Studio & Production Facility in Hollywood Park - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

We start the show off with some super cross talk with Mason & Marcas. The crew is live from Hollywood Park Casino for Monday Night Raw! Kap, Morales, Producer Lindsey, & O'Shea Jackson Jr. The Lakers had a Dominating victory against the OKC Thunder in Oklahoma City the #1 seed in the west. Kap gives out his Lakers statement! Kap believes the Lakers should want to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 1st round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is our Reel Fathers Rights 5pm hour, enjoy 30 min commercial free. Live from HPC for our Monday Night Raw remote. Kap's horse Raging Torrent Won the million dollar race over the weekend. Kaps breaks down what happened. BIG DEAL OR NO DEAL. DEALERS CHOICE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breeders' Cup renewals past and future and the richest turf race in the world are the main topics this week on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. TV's Amy Zimmerman and photographer Skip Dickstein are among the very few people who have been to every Breeders' Cup since the championships began in 1984. They reminisce about the inaugural running at Hollywood Park and some of their experiences since, including how their streaks were not interrupted by COVID in 2020. The Everest, a Group 1 sprint worth US$13 million, will be run late night Friday into Saturday morning U.S. time at Royal Randwick in Sydney. Bella Nipotina is one of the top contenders in the race. She is owned by partners led by her breeder Michael Christian. Also a media personality and Australian-rules football executive, he discusses the race and why it has been able to prosper using the template established by the Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1). Horse Racing Nation handicapper Ed DeRosa takes an early snapshot of next month's Breeders' Cup at Del Mar and also handicaps weekend graded stakes at Keeneland and Woodbine. Listener and reader feedback is focused on last week's column about why City Of Troy will not win the Breeders' Cup Classic. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Firefox, iHeart and Spotify as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

We start the show off with Super Cross talk with Ireland & Marcas Grant. We are live from Hollywood Park Casino for our ESPN LA Fantasy football draft party. Sedano, Kap & friends are all there for a party, party oh party. Kap is having trouble figuring out what to do with his draft picks. Could Marcas Grant help him out? College football starts this weekend with a big game in Ireland! USC football starts next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. Sedano believes the Chargers will have at least 10 win this season. We are live from Hollywood Park casino! Will the Chargers have at least 10 wins today? There was breaking news this morning with regards to the Rams. Their o-lineman Alaric Jackson will be suspended for 2 games. How will this affect the Rams the first two games? RADIO TINDER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. If USC goes 10-2 this season could they still potentially be left out of the playoffs? Sedano says it depends on who those two loses are too. Corporate Greg joins the show, we are trying to figure out why Marcas Grant or Kirk Morrison did not show up. Marcas Grant shows up, and gives us some fantasy football expertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The LA Poker Roundup! The place for recent news and events in the LA poker community, with a focus on tournaments. This show will go over events happening the following week, the pros and cons of different events along with the opinions of your hosts on the hottest topics in the poker world. Tune in Tuesday nights to talk LA poker with us! Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss a single Roundup! This week: 00:00 Starting soon 01:38 Intro 01:54 EARTHQUAKE!! 04:03 Results from the Gardens 10:35 Hot seat giveaway at Commerce 14:03 Results from Legends 28:36 Bomb Scare at Hollywood Park! 40:50 Is GTO wizard dangerous to the game? 52:46 Details of a live cheating method exposed 1:03:05 TDA Rules talk: BB First, tabling cards at showdown 1:23:10 When are your chips in play? 1:34:13 Weekly Roundup Follow us on Twitter and Instagram Ty's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TyDobbertin Ty's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tydobbertin/ Derek's Twitter: https://twitter.com/kwansfull Derek's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kwansfull Derek's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwansfull/​

The Mayor of Inglewood, James Butts, joins us live at Hollywood Park to talk about the Intuit Dome, SoFi and more exciting developements in the city. We discuss USC AD, Jennifer Cohen, speaking about how the school will move forward in the new age of college sports with NIL and revenue sharing. David Vassegh joins us to talk about the team DFA'ing James Paxton.

Mo Kelly from KFI joins us live at Hollywood Park. TNT has matched one of the new media rights deals for the NBA. Vic the Bric

Dodgers catcher, Austin Barnes joins us live from Hollywood Park after the Dodgers swept the Red Sox and get ready to host the Giants tonight

All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 5, Episode 10, Travis sits down with Mike Forrester, Vice President, Premium Sales and Service at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park. Mike played college football and then was able to work with some of the most iconic football stadiums and franchises in his career. Tune into hear his advice on what to do to standout in such a competitive field. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Stadium Builds ✅ Successful Characteristics  ✅ Being Efficient and Effective www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ICYMI: Hour Three of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – Guest Host Tiffany Hobbs filling in with Mark Rahner's review of the new Focus Features crime/drama “The Bikeriders,” which tells the story of a midwestern motorcycle club known as the ‘Vandals' in ‘The Rahner Report'…PLUS – A look at Hollywood Park's immersive new technology, media, and entertainment venue, the ‘Cosm' dome Netflix “Ready To Eat Popcorn” - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

What steps are necessary to secure a state-of-the-art sports and entertainment venue like SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park against ever-evolving cybersecurity threats? And how can such measures be balanced with providing a seamless experience for millions of visitors each year? Joining me today to answer these questions is Dwayne Robinson, Head of Cybersecurity at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park. I met Dwayne on the show floor at Cisco Live, and we quickly got into a fascinating discussion about the unique challenges and solutions involved in securing a high-profile venue. SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park are not just home to NFL games and concerts but also set to host monumental events like the Super Bowl, the 2028 Olympics, and the FIFA World Cup. In our conversation, Dwayne shares his insights into how they use cutting-edge technologies to bolster cybersecurity. From AI-driven threat detection to coordinated efforts with federal and local government agencies, discover how the cybersecurity team navigates this complex digital landscape. We also explore how these measures are implemented without compromising the fan experience, ensuring that every visit to SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park is memorable for all the right reasons. How do you secure a 298-acre sports and entertainment district while maintaining a top-notch fan experience? What emerging threats keep cybersecurity experts up at night, and how can proactive measures make a difference? Tune in to find out, and share your thoughts on the balance between innovation and security in such dynamic environments. We'd love to hear your insights!  

ICYMI: Hour Three of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' – Thoughts on Disneyland's approved multi-billion-dollar DisneylandForward expansion plan in Anaheim AND an AI Celebrity Boxing match between former heavyweight boxing champions Leon Spinks and James “Buster” Douglas…PLUS - A look at the “Rolling Loud” hip-hop music festival at Hollywood Park this weekend (March 14-17) - on KFI AM 640 – Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 39, Travis sits down with Andrew Bragman, Vice President, Ticket Operations at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park. Andrew has put in the time and effort to build an enjoyable career in the sports business. Tune into hear his advice on finding ways to maximize revenue and increase attendance throughout his career. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Working in Baseball ✅ Being Effective and Efficient ✅ Improve Fan Experience www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does it take to win the Super Bowl? The obvious factors include drive, grit, determination, and excellence to make it to the championship level. But what else goes into the winning formula to propel teams through the ups and downs of an NFL season where only one team can be called the champion? Today on Redefiners, we talk with Kevin Demoff, Chief Operating Officer of the Los Angeles Rams football team, who won Super Bowl LVI in 2022. Kevin takes us into the locker room and the front office to share what it takes to be a Super Bowl championship team. He talks about the importance of consistency and authenticity as a leader, how he uses fan feedback to solve problems, the importance of inclusion and diversity to reflect your fan community in your staff, and how fear of failure and vulnerability help him propel his organization to new heights. Kevin also goes beyond football to talk about the vision and sustainability plans behind Hollywood Park, the 300-acre sports and entertainment complex that houses SoFi Stadium where the Rams play. Pull up a chair and grab your nachos, chicken wings, and a favorite beverage for this insightful conversation. We'll also hear from Ben Shrewsbury, a Managing Director in our Dallas office, who will discuss why COOs are often first choice for the CEO role, and the skills they'll need to dial up to thrive in the top seat. If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like these Redefiners episodes: Leadership Lessons from the Field with Troy Vincent From Gillette to Jamba Juice: How to Lead Iconic Brands with Empathy, Purpose & Integrity Leading with Vulnerability with Bestselling Author Jacob Morgan

Dive into the thrilling world of sports betting with "SIDE BET," a dynamic podcast hosted by Laffit Pincay III, alongside Jonathon Kinchen, Giovannina Solevo-Kinchen, and Terrence Thetgee. In Episode 3, recorded on December 13, our hosts delve deep into the NFL's week 13, examining where predictions went wrong or were simply unlucky.Key highlights include a critical analysis of the Chiefs' controversial loss to the Bills and the Dolphins' Monday Night falter. The episode also offers a unique look at NFL overreactions, discussing the Eagles' performance, the Lions' struggles, and the implications of quarterback injuries on teams like the Chargers and Texans.Get exclusive insights on upcoming NFL matchups, including detailed discussions on games like Cowboys vs. Bills, Ravens vs. Jaguars, and the Seahawks vs. Eagles Monday night game. The episode isn't just about pro football; it also covers college bowl games, college basketball showdowns, including UConn vs. Gonzaga and Arizona vs. Purdue, and a quick thought on Draymond Green.Plus, don't miss the special segment on betting strategies focusing on the pros and cons of parlays.For baseball fans, there's a rejoiceful discussion on Shohei Ohtani's move to the Dodgers, including the specifics of his deal and the Dodgers' World Series prospects.Tune into "SIDE BET" for in-depth analyses, expert opinions, and lively debates that will enhance your sports betting experience. Whether you're a seasoned bettor or just a sports enthusiast, this podcast is your go-to source for all things sports betting.The key moments in this episode are:00:00:16 - Welcoming the Guests 00:01:56 - Offsides Heard Around the World 00:06:29 - Bold Prediction for the Chiefs 00:07:39 - Dolphins' Loss and Momentum 00:09:58 - Tyreek Hill's McDonald's Order 00:15:21 - Concerns about Jalen Hurts 00:17:43 - Eagles' Offensive Challenges 00:18:53 - Saturday NFL Games Preview 00:27:47 - Quarterback Injuries and Team Analysis 00:29:19 - Hollywood Park and NFL Highlights 00:30:46 - Dak Prescott and Betting Strategy 00:33:16 - NFL Teaser and Betting Insights 00:36:41 - College Bowl Games and Betting Preferences 00:39:33 - College Basketball Matchups 00:43:18 - Draymond Green's Ejection 00:44:16 - Shohei Otani's Move to the Angels 00:45:09 - Dodgers' Pitching Staff 00:45:55 - Farewell and Thank You

This week: a special trip out to COSM's test center at the University of Utah campus for an EXCLUSIVE interview with Ricardo Romaneiro, the latest artist collaborator to be announced by the immersive media company. We also talk with COSM CEO Jeb Terry and the head of COSM's Studios & Labs Neil Carty about the content and strategy they've developed for the launch of the Hollywood Park experience center in LA in 2024.All that plus host Noah Nelson's impressions of COSM's tech and the in progress preview of Romaneiro's LIQUIDVERSE: Microcosm & Macrocosm project which blends live musical and visual elements with pre-rendered material on the wrap-around LED screens in COSM's venue.SHOW NOTESCosmE&SCosm & Ricardo RomaneiroRicardo RomaneiroCosm & Nancy Baker CahilCosm & UFC(This episode was made possible thanks to travel & accommodations provided by COSM.) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, join Jen and guest Joe J Steiner discuss how he went from being a jockey, saddling up on a racehorse to a mindset coach. Listen to hear more! ____________________ Join the Success to Significance Community Today: YouTube Facebook Instagram Jenduplessis.com Linkedin LinkedTree Book a Strategy Call with Jen TODAY! ____________________

“She's not good at hearing people,” the musician Mikel Jollett writes of his mother in his haunting memoir Hollywood Park. “If we tell her we're hungry, she'll say, ‘No you're not. You ate earlier.' If one of us says ‘I'm sad,' she tells us that it's not true, that we're happy now because we're with her.”✉️ Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com

Sustainability has never been a more important factor in the sports market with events that are some of the most high-profile in the world. Tim Trefzer has led sustainability efforts at Mercedes Benz Stadium, SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park, the Super Bowl, College Football Playoff and the Atlanta Falcons among others. He also co-founded the Sustainable Sport index, the sports industry's first benchmark of sustainability. SportsTravel Managing Editor Matt Traub talked with Tim recently on how sports organizations can use its events to educate people about climate change, how much sustainability has increased as a priority in sports and its venues, the most important topics of focus still needed for sports venues to be sustainable and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karyn White @karynwhiteofficial – internationally-acclaimed music artist and R&B singer – joins Tavis live in studio for a career conversation ahead of “THE KARYN WHITE EXPERIENCE” this Thursday, July 27 at Hollywood Park.

Mark M. Hanna grew up in Inglewood, California adjacent to the Hollywood Park horse track. This is where his love of horses began and he pursued his passion to become an Arabian horse breeder and imported horses from Europe. His compassion and spiritual bond with horses led him to become “The Horse Listener.” Hanna can help people with the fundamental and proper way to be with your horse, a lifetime partnership. Hanna shares his life story in “The Horse Listener,” the first book of an anticipated trilogy.

The guys talk about our upcoming remote at Hollywood Park on March 28th, frustration among the LA Galaxy fan base, and a piece that famed writer Jon Wertheim did on Fred and other local TV sportscasters

From the South Bay to the Valley, from the West Side to the East Side – we head to Los Angeles for this episode to chat with Kishore Ramlagan, the Manager, Marketing & Promotions at Hollywood Park, SoFi Stadium & YouTube Theater. Kishore takes us along for the ride through his unconventional career path – from playing soccer and being a fan to joining the industry through an internship with the LA Galaxy, to time with Staples Center (now Crypto.com Arena) leading to his current role. We discuss the advent of more stadium tours and how what was once a rare concert play has turned into a more common touring strategy for artists. We discuss the demand for Taylor Swift tickets, of which their stadium is hosting five shows, and the evolution of ticket sales and how marketers adapt. Kishore shares pivotal career moments that shaped his path and challenged him as well as his advice for people entering the industry. From leveraging networking to a drive to add and build his knowledge, he has been able to parlay one opportunity to the next while continuing to challenge and prove himself. Enjoy this wonderful episode which includes some excellent career advice, some fun stories, and plenty of talk about WWE fandom. As The Rock might say… Do you smell what Kishore is cooking?

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Today I talked to Alan Shuback about his book Hollywood at the Races: Film's Love Affair with the Turf (UP of Kentucky, 2019) A love of the slapstick film duo Laurel and Hardy led nine-year-old Alan Shuback into a chance encounter with thoroughbred horse racing in 1957. Racing soon also became a passion, and he never abandoned either love, making a career out of the latter as a transatlantic racing journalist. More recently, with Hollywood and racing both in decline in Shuback's eyes, he set out to document the close relationship between them during a golden era for both, encompassing the 1930s to the 1970s. In this intriguing interview, Shuback discusses anti-Semitism in the early days of Santa Anita, one of southern California's premier racetracks, which led to the formation of rival racecourse Hollywood Park; Louis B. Mayer's obsession with racing, producing one of America's most powerful racing stables and nearly leading to his firing from MGM; Fred Astaire's late-life marriage to a pioneering female jockey who was decades younger than him; and the role of films about horse racing in the broader culture. (For the record, at least 60 movies on the topic were released in the 1930s alone.) Finally, Shuback analyzes the decline of both industries. It's a sad note, but one that leaves you grateful for the memories. Rachel Pagones was a London-based journalist at the Racing Post from 2001-2009 and a racing columnist for the Financial Times from 2003-2009. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Today I talked to Alan Shuback about his book Hollywood at the Races: Film's Love Affair with the Turf (UP of Kentucky, 2019) A love of the slapstick film duo Laurel and Hardy led nine-year-old Alan Shuback into a chance encounter with thoroughbred horse racing in 1957. Racing soon also became a passion, and he never abandoned either love, making a career out of the latter as a transatlantic racing journalist. More recently, with Hollywood and racing both in decline in Shuback's eyes, he set out to document the close relationship between them during a golden era for both, encompassing the 1930s to the 1970s. In this intriguing interview, Shuback discusses anti-Semitism in the early days of Santa Anita, one of southern California's premier racetracks, which led to the formation of rival racecourse Hollywood Park; Louis B. Mayer's obsession with racing, producing one of America's most powerful racing stables and nearly leading to his firing from MGM; Fred Astaire's late-life marriage to a pioneering female jockey who was decades younger than him; and the role of films about horse racing in the broader culture. (For the record, at least 60 movies on the topic were released in the 1930s alone.) Finally, Shuback analyzes the decline of both industries. It's a sad note, but one that leaves you grateful for the memories. Rachel Pagones was a London-based journalist at the Racing Post from 2001-2009 and a racing columnist for the Financial Times from 2003-2009. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Today I talked to Alan Shuback about his book Hollywood at the Races: Film's Love Affair with the Turf (UP of Kentucky, 2019) A love of the slapstick film duo Laurel and Hardy led nine-year-old Alan Shuback into a chance encounter with thoroughbred horse racing in 1957. Racing soon also became a passion, and he never abandoned either love, making a career out of the latter as a transatlantic racing journalist. More recently, with Hollywood and racing both in decline in Shuback's eyes, he set out to document the close relationship between them during a golden era for both, encompassing the 1930s to the 1970s. In this intriguing interview, Shuback discusses anti-Semitism in the early days of Santa Anita, one of southern California's premier racetracks, which led to the formation of rival racecourse Hollywood Park; Louis B. Mayer's obsession with racing, producing one of America's most powerful racing stables and nearly leading to his firing from MGM; Fred Astaire's late-life marriage to a pioneering female jockey who was decades younger than him; and the role of films about horse racing in the broader culture. (For the record, at least 60 movies on the topic were released in the 1930s alone.) Finally, Shuback analyzes the decline of both industries. It's a sad note, but one that leaves you grateful for the memories. Rachel Pagones was a London-based journalist at the Racing Post from 2001-2009 and a racing columnist for the Financial Times from 2003-2009. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sports

Today I talked to Alan Shuback about his book Hollywood at the Races: Film's Love Affair with the Turf (UP of Kentucky, 2019) A love of the slapstick film duo Laurel and Hardy led nine-year-old Alan Shuback into a chance encounter with thoroughbred horse racing in 1957. Racing soon also became a passion, and he never abandoned either love, making a career out of the latter as a transatlantic racing journalist. More recently, with Hollywood and racing both in decline in Shuback's eyes, he set out to document the close relationship between them during a golden era for both, encompassing the 1930s to the 1970s. In this intriguing interview, Shuback discusses anti-Semitism in the early days of Santa Anita, one of southern California's premier racetracks, which led to the formation of rival racecourse Hollywood Park; Louis B. Mayer's obsession with racing, producing one of America's most powerful racing stables and nearly leading to his firing from MGM; Fred Astaire's late-life marriage to a pioneering female jockey who was decades younger than him; and the role of films about horse racing in the broader culture. (For the record, at least 60 movies on the topic were released in the 1930s alone.) Finally, Shuback analyzes the decline of both industries. It's a sad note, but one that leaves you grateful for the memories. Rachel Pagones was a London-based journalist at the Racing Post from 2001-2009 and a racing columnist for the Financial Times from 2003-2009. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/film

Jeb Terry, the CEO of Cosm – a new company with surprisingly deep roots – joins host Noah Nelson to talk about their plans for bringing large scale immersive experiences, powered by dome projection tech, first to their flagship location being built in LA's Hollywood Park and then beyond. Thing is, the company has the tech stack to back it up, being the technology providers for some of the biggest planetariums in the world. And then there's the sports angle: with the company planning to leverage live sporting events as part of their programming. Something Terry knows more than a little about: he played in the NFL before going into business and leading initiatives at FOX Sports amongst others.In other words: we're going long on the business of immersive this week.SHOW NOTESCosmAndrew Hoepfner's "How To Make Immersive Theater Your Full Time Job"Bottom of the OceanParticle Ink: Speed of Dark40 Watts From Nowhere Backer DiscountImmersive Experience Institute Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Greg Kish, Senior Vice President of Revenue at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park, shares his thoughts on: [2:35] - How his leadership approach has evolved over time [5:51] - Why he doesn't believe in saying "No" in business [11:19] - The single most valuable question for leaders to ask when faced with a challenging situation  [14:47] - What the future holds for SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park Tweet me your takeaway from today's episode @davidmeltzer  Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my Free Weekly Training https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1 Text Me! (949) 298-2905 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are LIVE from Hollywood Park Casino to Party with the Lombardi! It is National Limerick Day, the guys have written a few let's see who writes the best one? Also, what did Bill Plaschke report about Phil Jackson and the Lakers? Plus, what will be on the WHEEL OF QUESTIONS? If you can use one word for the rest of your life, what word would it be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices