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Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster and journalist Rishi Persad and we start with the news that the Coral-Eclipse, staged every year at Sandown Park, will be worth £1m this year making it the most valuable race ever staged at the track. Head of racing at Sandown Andrew Cooper and Coral's PR Director Simon Clare join to tell us how this has come about. Simon also comments on the Coral Scottish Grand National this weekend and on how many runners Willie Mullins is likely to have at the meeting. Rishi and Tom discuss this further and ask what racegoers are likely to make of the potential Mullins domination at Ayr and in the UK over the coming weeks as he bids for a second consecutive UK trainers' championship. We hear from Alan King who sends Masaccio to Ayr this weekend over 3 miles plus Tattersalls Marketing Manager Jason Singh looks ahead to next week's Craven Breeze Up Sale. Jim McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong and we are joined by Calandagan's trainer Francis-Henri Graffard who reflects on the horse's run in Dubai and tells us where some of his stable stars will start off the season.

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.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Today, they nose on the Cheltenham handicap weights before moving on to taking in the news that Coolmore have sent several young horses by Walk in the Park to Noel George and Amanda Zetterholm in an effort to find a stallion successor. Amanda joins the show. Plus, Ralph Beckett runs the rule over his astonishing dozen still in the 2025 Derby at the latest entry stage. GBR Welfare Comms Lead Gabi Whitfield tells us about the the HorsePWR campaign going up several notches in advance of the Spring Festivals, while Ben is here a day early with the Pointing and Jim McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Today, they nose on the Cheltenham handicap weights before moving on to taking in the news that Coolmore have sent several young horses by Walk in the Park to Noel George and Amanda Zetterholm in an effort to find a stallion successor. Amanda joins the show. Plus, Ralph Beckett runs the rule over his astonishing dozen still in the 2025 Derby at the latest entry stage. GBR Welfare Comms Lead Gabi Whitfield tells us about the the HorsePWR campaign going up several notches in advance of the Spring Festivals, while Ben is here a day early with the Pointing and Jim McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.

Join host Ryan as he engages in a deeply informative discussion with Jim McGrath and Selena Belvin on this episode of Torsion Talk. Focused on the Vertical Lift Outreach (VLO), this conversation sheds light on the organization's strategic evolution, community impact, and the collective efforts to support the garage door industry through various initiatives. Ryan, Jim, and Selena explore the importance of community involvement, the challenges and achievements of VLO, and how their efforts are shaping the support systems within the industry. This episode is designed to educate listeners about the critical work of VLO and inspire engagement and support from the wider community. This episode not only highlights strategic business planning and community engagement but also delves into personal stories that underscore the importance of community support and proactive leadership in the garage door industry. For more information or to make a contribution, visit: https://www.vlocares.org/ Find Ryan at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suchnsuchmedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our sponsors! Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torsion-talk/message

Tom in for Nick and joined initially by Olivier Peslier's long time agent David (Shippy) Ellis. Shippy reflects on their time together and tells us what is was like working with one of the world's greatest jockeys. Lee Mottershead of the Racing Post is this week's main guest and Lee also reflects on Peslier's career. Lee has plenty more news for us including Frankie Dettori picking up a Kentucky Derby ride and the latest on the Irish Gambling Regulation Bill as it goes before Government. Trainer Owen Burrows joins us to provide the latest on his classic contenders including War Rooms who lines up at Sandown on Friday. Peter Molony is along to tell us of a very special set of colours to be auctioned at Punchestown in aid of the Jack de Bromhead Equine Centre. Alan Hill gives us the latest from the pointing world in association with ThoroughBid. And it's Wednesday so Jim McGrath brings us the latest from Hong Kong ahead of a big weekend.

Reverend Jim McGrath, a successful screenwriter and playwright, joins us to discuss the important role theatre plays in our spiritual lives and mental health

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to reflect initially on Day 2 of Tattersall's Sceptre sessions where we again saw a huge amount of money spent on some star names. We then hear from clerk of the course at Sandown Andrew Cooper ahead of this weekend's Tingle Creek who tells us what we can likely expect underfoot at the meeting. Constitution Hill's owner Michael Buckley is along to confirm the horse is an intended runner in the rearranged Fighting Fifth. He also pays tribute to the horse's trainer in asserting that Nicky Henderson always does right by the horse. The Moore family have a runner in each of the three Grade 1s on Saturday and we hear from Josh Moore on their chances. Plus, with plenty going on in Hong Kong this weekend, we hear from Maddy Playle in conversation with Andrea Atzeni and get the last from Jim McGrath.

Nick, in transit to Los Angeles ahead of Breeders' Cup 40, is joined by travel companion Rishi Persad to canter through all the world's racing headlines today. They reflect on Doncaster's Futurity, the prospects for Ancient Wisdom in Classics in 2024, and the significance of the result for Charlie Appleby and Godolphin. They also look back at the jumping over the weekend, and are joined by J'Etoile's trainer Ryan Potter. Also on today's show, Nick talks to Jena Antonucci, trainer of Breeders' Cup Classic favourite Arcangelo, and to James McDonald, who reflects on a famous win in the Cox Plate on Hong Kong trained Romantic Warrior. In Australia, Jim McGrath meets up with IFHA Chair and Hong Kong Racing boss Winfried Englebrecht-Bresges.

Nick, in transit to Los Angeles ahead of Breeders' Cup 40, is joined by travel companion Rishi Persad to canter through all the world's racing headlines today. They reflect on Doncaster's Futurity, the prospects for Ancient Wisdom in Classics in 2024, and the significance of the result for Charlie Appleby and Godolphin. They also look back at the jumping over the weekend, and are joined by J'Etoile's trainer Ryan Potter. Also on today's show, Nick talks to Jena Antonucci, trainer of Breeders' Cup Classic favourite Arcangelo, and to James McDonald, who reflects on a famous win in the Cox Plate on Hong Kong trained Romantic Warrior. In Australia, Jim McGrath meets up with IFHA Chair and Hong Kong Racing boss Winfried Englebrecht-Bresges.

UK correspondent Jim McGrath discusses all the major racing in the UK and also the overseas entries for the Melbourne Cup.

Revered Jim McGrath discussing the historical and mythological King Solomon. Who was this figure and why is he so revered by occultist and ceremonial magicians?

Three brilliant stories all with a strong medical theme told at different events: Jim McGrath is a lonely four-year-old in hospital; Mark McGrath's mum is saved by a modest medic; Gloria O'Connor relives a chaotic day on the ward. Paul is your host. Tenx9 is a live storytelling event where nine people have up to ten minutes each to tell a true story from their own life on a particular theme. It began in Belfast in 2011 in the Black Box, started by Pádraig Ó Tuama & Paul Doran. You'll find all the upcoming dates at tenx9.com/events, our guidelines at tenx9.com/guidelines & you can submit your stories at tenx9.com/submissions.

Tom in for Nick and again joined by RTE and RTV broadcaster Jane Mangan to initially look ahead to this weekend and beyond. We hear from Donald McCain who has multiple entries for one of his stable stars Minella Drama, including this weekend's Betfair Ascot Chase and also the Red Mills Chase in Ireland but the likely ground is causing a headache for him. Tom and Jane pick through the notable latest Cheltenham entries and focus in particular on the novice races. We hear from Jonathan Sweeney about Churchstonewarrior's likely run in the National Hunt Chase after his win in the Ten Up at the weekend. Jim Walker, owner of Subjectivist, is on to talk about that horse's comeback from injury and his run in Saudi and Jane Chapple-Hyam is along to pay tribute to her star mare Saffron Beach who retired yesterday and will now head to Frankel. And it's Wednesday so we get the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick and again joined by RTE and RTV broadcaster Jane Mangan to initially look ahead to this weekend and beyond. We hear from Donald McCain who has multiple entries for one of his stable stars Minella Drama, including this weekend's Betfair Ascot Chase and also the Red Mills Chase in Ireland but the likely ground is causing a headache for him. Tom and Jane pick through the notable latest Cheltenham entries and focus in particular on the novice races. We hear from Jonathan Sweeney about Churchstonewarrior's likely run in the National Hunt Chase after his win in the Ten Up at the weekend. Jim Walker, owner of Subjectivist, is on to talk about that horse's comeback from injury and his run in Saudi and Jane Chapple-Hyam is along to pay tribute to her star mare Saffron Beach who retired yesterday and will now head to Frankel. And it's Wednesday so we get the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss yesterday's breaking news that trainer Ronan McNally has been banned for 12 years by the IHRB, handed a €50,000 fine and ordered to pay back €13,000 in prize money. Jane takes us through the facts and assesses what this might mean for Irish racing going forward. We also discuss the new British whip rules form an Irish perspective and hear from Andrew Coonan, secretary to the Irish Jockeys Association. Brendan Powell, assistant to Joseph O'Brien, gives his view and talks about the yard's leading lights this weekend. We hear from Ruth Dancer, director of White Griffin, about a new sustainability training course to support British horse racing. Plus we've the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss yesterday's breaking news that trainer Ronan McNally has been banned for 12 years by the IHRB, handed a €50,000 fine and ordered to pay back €13,000 in prize money. Jane takes us through the facts and assesses what this might mean for Irish racing going forward. We also discuss the new British whip rules form an Irish perspective and hear from Andrew Coonan, secretary to the Irish Jockeys Association. Brendan Powell, assistant to Joseph O'Brien, gives his view and talks about the yard's leading lights this weekend. We hear from Ruth Dancer, director of White Griffin, about a new sustainability training course to support British horse racing. Plus we've the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to review another stellar day's racing from Britain and Ireland yesterday. We start with The Two Amigos winning the Coral Welsh National and trainer Nicky Martin joins us to reflect on the win. Tom and Rishi also look back at the Kempton features won by Boothill and Editeur Du Gite. Blue Lord and Facile Vega won their Grade 1s at Leopardstown on a day of domination for Willie Mullins and Blue Lord's rider Daryl Jacob tells us what he made of that performance. The only race to go elsewhere was the feature handicap won my Real Steel and trainer Eric McNamara joins us to talk about the win. We hear from Danny Mullins about his rides in today's two Grade 1s, notably Flooring Porter in the Christmas Hurdle. And it's Wednesday so time to check in with Hong Kong and Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to review another stellar day's racing from Britain and Ireland yesterday. We start with The Two Amigos winning the Coral Welsh National and trainer Nicky Martin joins us to reflect on the win. Tom and Rishi also look back at the Kempton features won by Boothill and Editeur Du Gite. Blue Lord and Facile Vega won their Grade 1s at Leopardstown on a day of domination for Willie Mullins and Blue Lord's rider Daryl Jacob tells us what he made of that performance. The only race to go elsewhere was the feature handicap won my Real Steel and trainer Eric McNamara joins us to talk about the win. We hear from Danny Mullins about his rides in today's two Grade 1s, notably Flooring Porter in the Christmas Hurdle. And it's Wednesday so time to check in with Hong Kong and Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster Jane Mangan to initially break the news that Billy Lee has been unsuccessful in his attempt to overturn his ban. That makes today his last day riding for the season and all but hands the title to Colin Keane. We hear from Paul Nicholls whose Stage Star was impressive at Warwick yesterday and Paul also touches on Frodon ho may well take in a small-field Betfair Chase after his run at Wincanton this weekend. We also hear from Hollie Doyle ahead of her three rides at the Breeders' Cup in between her stint with husband Tom Marquand in Japan. Jockey Paul Mulrennan joins us to discuss being crowned top northern jockey at Doncaster on Saturday and we also hear from Simon Jones who is running the New York Marathon for Racing Welfare and Mental Health First Aid after his son took his own life three years ago at the age of seventeen. Jane gives her thoughts on Down Royal this weekend, plus it's Wednesday so we have the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster Jane Mangan to initially break the news that Billy Lee has been unsuccessful in his attempt to overturn his ban. That makes today his last day riding for the season and all but hands the title to Colin Keane. We hear from Paul Nicholls whose Stage Star was impressive at Warwick yesterday and Paul also touches on Frodon ho may well take in a small-field Betfair Chase after his run at Wincanton this weekend. We also hear from Hollie Doyle ahead of her three rides at the Breeders' Cup in between her stint with husband Tom Marquand in Japan. Jockey Paul Mulrennan joins us to discuss being crowned top northern jockey at Doncaster on Saturday and we also hear from Simon Jones who is running the New York Marathon for Racing Welfare and Mental Health First Aid after his son took his own life three years ago at the age of seventeen. Jane gives her thoughts on Down Royal this weekend, plus it's Wednesday so we have the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

This morning Tom is in for Nick and joined by Rishi Persad and the Racing Post's, David Jennings, to discuss the announcement that RMG & Racing TV are likely to retain the rights to Irish racing until 2029. Amy Murphy is hoping to send Manhattan Jungle to the Breeders Cup for the Juvenile Sprint however, explains that she is only first reserve at this stage but remains hopeful. Sticking with the US theme, Nick catch up with Tony Lacy who announces that a 2.5% stake will be sold in the World's best racehorse, Flightline, at their November Sale. Then looking ahead to the National Hunt action this weekend, Sam Thomas takes Tom through his likely runners as well as the horses he's most looking forward to this season. And finally, it is of course Wednesday so Jim McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.

This morning Tom is in for Nick and joined by Rishi Persad and Racing Post's, David Jennings, to discuss the announcement that RMG & Racing TV are likely to retain the rights to Irish racing until 2029. Amy Murphy is hoping to send Manhattan Jungle to the Breeders Cup for the Juvenile Sprint however, she explains that she is only first reserve at this stage but remains hopeful. Sticking with the US theme, Nick catch up with Tony Lacy who announces that a 2.5% stake will be sold in the World's best racehorse, Flightline, at their November Sale. Then looking ahead to the National Hunt action this weekend, Sam Thomas takes Tom through his likely runners as well as the horses he's most looking forward to this season. And finally, it is of course Wednesday so Jim McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster and journalist Lydia Hislop to look ahead to this weekend's domestic racing between the flat and jumps. National Hunt racing is crying out for rain and Cheltenham could certainly do with some ahead of their Showcase fixture on Friday and Saturday. We also discuss the Vertem Futurity Stakes at Doncaster in which Aidan O'Brien trains nearly half the entered field. Ralph Beckett will run his colt Captain Wierzba either at Doncaster or in the Horris Hill at Newbury and he joins us to discuss that and also his intended Breeders' Cup Mile runner Kinross. With Tattersalls Horses In Training sales on the horizon we hear from Jason Singh about what to expect next week. And we've our Wednesday Hong Kong update from Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster and journalist Lydia Hislop to look ahead to this weekend's domestic racing between the flat and jumps. National Hunt racing is crying out for rain and Cheltenham could certainly do with some ahead of their Showcase fixture on Friday and Saturday. We also discuss the Vertem Futurity Stakes at Doncaster in which Aidan O'Brien trains nearly half the entered field. Ralph Beckett will run his colt Captain Wierzba either at Doncaster or in the Horris Hill at Newbury and he joins us to discuss that and also his intended Breeders' Cup Mile runner Kinross. With Tattersalls Horses In Training sales on the horizon we hear from Jason Singh about what to expect next week. And we've our Wednesday Hong Kong update from Jim McGrath.

UK correspondent Jim McGrath updates us with the latest UK racing and also the Queen's impact on racing worldwide.

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UK correspondent Jim McGrath updates us with the latest UK racing and news on possible Melbourne Cup runners.

Tom is joined initially by President of the NTF Ralph Beckett who addresses the fact that none of the thirteen horses entered in Newbury's final race tomorrow, one of which is trained by him, were declared to run. Ralph also touches on the news that his horse Westover now heads the betting for the King George and says a decision as to whether they run and to who rides will be made on Monday. Jane Mangan is Tom's guest and she reacts to Ralph's comments and also to Price AA Faisal's assertion that David Egan refused to renew his contract with the owner. It's also the last day of Hong Kong's season tomorrow and Jim McGrath is along to look ahead to the culmination of the jockey's championship.

Tom is joined initially by President of the NTF Ralph Beckett who addresses the fact that none of the thirteen horses entered in Newbury's final race tomorrow, one of which is trained by him, were declared to run. Ralph also touches on the news that his horse Westover now heads the betting for the King George and says a decision as to whether they run and to who rides will be made on Monday. Jane Mangan is Tom's guest and she reacts to Ralph's comments and also to Price AA Faisal's assertion that David Egan refused to renew his contract with the owner. It's also the last day of Hong Kong's season tomorrow and Jim McGrath is along to look ahead to the culmination of the jockey's championship.

Tom is joined by the BHA's Chief Regulatory Officer Brant Dunshea to discuss the governing body's position on the new whip rules and give some insight into what the near future looks like. Newsboy of the Daily Mirror Dave Yates is today's guest and he has plenty to say on the matter given his longstanding position on whip rules and his dissatisfaction with the majority of proposed modifications. We head to America and to the Thoroughbred Idea Foundation's Executive Director Pat Cummings to discuss Kentucky's adoption of penny breakage which comes into effect on Friday. And we head to Hong Kong and to Jim McGrath.

Tom is joined by the BHA's Chief Regulatory Officer Brant Dunshea to discuss the governing body's position on the new whip rules and give some insight into what the near future looks like. Newsboy of the Daily Mirror Dave Yates is today's guest and he has plenty to say on the matter given his longstanding position on whip rules and his dissatisfaction with the majority of proposed modifications. We head to America and to the Thoroughbred Idea Foundation's Executive Director Pat Cummings to discuss Kentucky's adoption of penny breakage which comes into effect on Friday. And we head to Hong Kong and to Jim McGrath.

Nick is joined by writer and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the news and events from around the racing world today. They lead with the proposal to cut 300 races from the GB calendar in order to increase the competitiveness of the sport, and ponder whether racing's leaders will enable that at a meeting of the executive committee today. Elsewhere, Nick talks to Leigh Jordon, Executive GM racing at the VRC about a massive prize money injection in Victoria, while Emily Scott, racing manager to AMO Racing gives the lowdown on their 2 year olds for Royal Ascot. Jim McGrath and jockey Harry Bentley both bring news from Hong Kong, while Hughie Morrison explains why Quickthorn won't be supplemented for next week's Gold Cup and shares his thoughts on horses he's looking forward to running.

Nick is joined by writer and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the news and events from around the racing world today. They lead with the proposal to cut 300 races from the GB calendar in order to increase the competitiveness of the sport, and ponder whether racing's leaders will enable that at a meeting of the executive committee today. Elsewhere, Nick talks to Leigh Jordon, Executive GM racing at the VRC about a massive prize money injection in Victoria, while Emily Scott, racing manager to AMO Racing gives the lowdown on their 2 year olds for Royal Ascot. Jim McGrath and jockey Harry Bentley both bring news from Hong Kong, while Hughie Morrison explains why Quickthorn won't be supplemented for next week's Gold Cup and shares his thoughts on horses he's looking forward to running.

Tom in for Nick and joined initially by York Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course William Derby to look ahead to the Dante Festival which kicks off today at York. Senior writer at the Racing Post Lee Mottershead is along to give his views on the Tattersalls Musidora where Emily Upjohn heads the betting. Lee also talks about the threat of affordability checks off the back of Andrew Black's comments in the Racing Post. Saeed Bin Suroor runs White Wolf in tomorrow's Dante as well as Real World in Saturday's Al Shaqab Lockinge and he joins us to talk about both horses. Chris Connett, travelling head lad to Charlie Appleby, joins us from New York having flown out recently with stable star Yibir ahead of the Man o'War this weekend. And we have the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick and joined initially by York Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course William Derby to look ahead to the Dante Festival which kicks off today at York. Senior writer at the Racing Post Lee Mottershead is along to give his views on the Tattersalls Musidora where Emily Upjohn heads the betting. Lee also talks about the threat of affordability checks off the back of Andrew Black's comments in the Racing Post. Saeed Bin Suroor runs White Wolf in tomorrow's Dante as well as Real World in Saturday's Al Shaqab Lockinge and he joins us to talk about both horses. Chris Connett, travelling head lad to Charlie Appleby, joins us from New York having flown out recently with stable star Yibir ahead opt the Man o'War this weekend. And we have the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

One of the most famous voices in UK racing Jim McGrath joins us for a chat live from the Sales

Tom today speaks to trainer Gordon Elliott who looks set to run eight, possibly nine horses in search of his third Grand National. He discusses their relative chances and puts to bed any concerns about stable form. Senior writer at the Racing Post Lee Mottershead joins us to react to this and to give his Grand National views. Jim McGrath gives us an exclusive Chris Waller interview where he sets out his Royal Ascot plans this year. And in today's Weatherbys bloodstock segment, Nick talks to Boardsmill Stud's John Flood.

Tom today speaks to trainer Gordon Elliott who looks set to run eight, possibly nine horses in search of his third Grand National. He discusses their relative chances and puts to bed any concerns about stable form. Senior writer at the Racing Post Lee Mottershead joins us to react to this and to give his Grand National views. Jim McGrath gives us an exclusive Chris Waller interview where he sets out his Royal Ascot plans this year. And in today's Weatherbys bloodstock segment, Nick talks to Boardsmill Stud's John Flood.

With two weeks to go before the 2022 IDAExpo+ in Las Vegas, Mike sat down with Brenton Cheney and Jim McGrath to catch up on the exciting offerings that await attendees at IDAExpo+. Listen to hear about the educational events, bigger and better exhibit hall, and networking experiences awaiting you at the reimagined IDAExpo+ in Las Vegas. Make sure to listen to this episode of the IDA Door-Cast to hear why IDAExpo+ is a can't miss event.

 A committee to protect San Francisco Bay recommended Wednesday that the Port of Oakland keep Charles P. Howard Terminal for maritime use rather than allowing the Oakland A's to build a new ballpark there. The Seaport Planning Advisory Committee voted 5-4-1 to recommend to the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission that Howard Terminal be maintained for Port use. The commission is expected to vote June 2 on the same question, a vote that is necessary by law and could derail the plan to keep the A's in Oakland. Wednesday's vote by the Seaport Planning Advisory Committee, whose main aim is to prevent San Francisco Bay fill, is not binding. It's merely a recommendation. Jim McGrath, who chaired the meeting and worked for 16 years at the Port of Oakland, said the possibility of saving 40 acres of San Francisco Bay from being filled in was important to his vote to keep Howard Terminal for maritime use. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Stanley in for Nick and joined by senior writer at the Racing Post Lee Mottershead. We start with the news dominating racing that Tiger Roll will again not line up in this year's Grand National after his owner deemed his allotted weight to be unfair and detrimental to the horse's welfare. Lee gives his views on Michael O'Leary's comments and we also cast an eye over other notable and intended runners in the race. We hear from trainer Ted Walsh who will send out Any Second Now for a second tilt at the race having finished third last year. And Charlie Longsdon is along to talk about his mare Snow Leopardess who looks likely to now head straight to Aintree. We also touch on an alleged second offence from agent Gary Woods who has again been accused of defrauding syndicate members and have the latest from the ongoing gambling review. Plus it's Wednesday so we have the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Tom Stanley in for Nick and joined by senior writer at the Racing Post Lee Mottershead. We start with the news dominating racing that Tiger Roll will again not line up in this year's Grand National after his owner deemed his allotted weight to be unfair and detrimental to the horse's welfare. Lee gives his views on Michael O'Leary's comments and we also cast an eye over other notable and intended runners in the race. We hear from trainer Ted Walsh who will send out Any Second Now for a second tilt at the race having finished third last year. And Charlie Longsdon is along to talk about his mare Snow Leopardess who looks likely to now head straight to Aintree. We also touch on an alleged second offence from agent Gary Woods who has again been accused of defrauding syndicate members and have the latest from the ongoing gambling review. Plus it's Wednesday so we have the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Tom today talks to broadcaster Jane Mangan about the Racing Post story surrounding an agent who allegedly defrauded syndicate members out of money for a fatally injured horse. ROA Chief Executive joins us to give his view and we speak to syndicate manager Sam Hoskins about whether something needs to change going forward. We also touch on the news from US that Sheikh Mohammed has been named in legally obtained wiretaps in the horse doping trial involving veterinarian Dr Seth Fishman. We hear from jockey Charlie Deutsch who goes in search of his first Grade 1 this weekend with L'Homme Presse in the Scilly Isles at Sandown. Jane gives her view on some of the key matchups at this weekend's Dublin Racing Festival and we get our Hong Kong fix from Jim McGrath.

Tom today talks to broadcaster Jane Mangan about the Racing Post story surrounding an agent who allegedly defrauded syndicate members out of money for a fatally injured horse. ROA Chief Executive joins us to give his view and we speak to syndicate manager Sam Hoskins about whether something needs to change going forward. We also touch on the news from US that Sheikh Mohammed has been named in legally obtained wiretaps in the horse doping trial involving veterinarian Dr Seth Fishman. We hear from jockey Charlie Deutsch who goes in search of his first Grade 1 this weekend with L'Homme Presse in the Scilly Isles at Sandown. Jane gives her view on some of the key matchups at this weekend's Dublin Racing Festival and we get our Hong Kong fix from Jim McGrath.

Tom in for Nick who is out at the Pegasus World Cup and we'll have an update from there with Jimmy Vargas, Chief Executive of 1/ST Experience, all in association with HBA Media. First up though we hear from Tom Marquand about what the scrapping of the current three pounds Covid-19 allowance might mean for the weighing room. Broadcaster Rishi Persad is along to give his thoughts on that and more including another fall in the number of novice hurdle entries for this year's Cheltenham Festival. We hear from trainer Polly Gundry who sends out Santini in this weekend's Cotswold Chase and Jim McGrath joins us to give his Wednesday Hong Kong update.

We are joined this week by Pete Radigan, a husband, father, author, entrepreneur, and Heart Transplant Recipient, along with his friend and editor, Jim McGrath.Our previous episode focused on a family that turned to organ donation as a means of coping with the tragic loss of their son.This week's episode delves into the perspective of the recipient of the ultimate gift: life. Pete shares insights from the book that he wrote with Janet Mauk, whose son Tom was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident, and whose heart now beats for Pete. You will come away from this episode with a newfound appreciation for life, coping mechanisms for anxiety, and real-life resilience tools to help get you through just about any challenge you are facing now or in the future.  Book: Tragedy to Triumph: The Story of Tom's HeartBy Pete Radigan and Janet W. Mauk, as told to Jim McGrathYou can reach Pete at: contact@tragedytotriumph.net or at www.tragedytotriumph.net

Delighted to say this episode is sponsored by Equi-Ed. Equi-Ed supply racehorse-specific accredited courses, and is Ireland's only dedicated racehorse retirement and rehoming centre. They look after some great horses such as Central House, Thomas Hobson, and Riven Light. They're a great fit for this show, and I'm very grateful for their sponsorship of the episode. I'd appreciate if you check out their website and follow their social media: Website: https://www.equied.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/equiedeire/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ed_equi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/equiedeire/   The great Sea The Stars needs no introduction. John Oxx was kind enough to talk to me at length about him. After that, I managed to get a few minutes with Jim McGrath to discuss his legendary Arc commentary. I hope you enjoy it. John mentions a set of photos in the episode. He has kindly sent me these, which I will be tweeting from @MarkWalsh shortly after this is released.  This will be the last episode of Season 1. I'll be back in a few weeks with Season 2. Get in touch with any feedback, suggestions, or if interested in sponsoring the season.  If you enjoyed the series, and would like to buy me a pint as thanks, you can do so here: https://ko-fi.com/markwalsh   

Former President George Bush Senior gave up his lifetime membership of the country's most powerful gun-lobby, the NRA, in 1995. Claire Bowes has been speaking to his speechwriter, Jim McGrath, to find out why the 41st President turned his back on the National Rifle Association, a body so closely associated with political power.Photo: Portrait Of President George Herbert Walker Bush in 1991 (credit: Bachrach/Getty Images)