Podcast appearances and mentions of Nick Luck

Live from Royal Ascot on day 2 and Nick is alongside ITV's Matt Chapman who has a spring in his step and they begin by reflecting on yesterday's racing including Field of Gold's fabulous performance in the St Jame's Palace Stakes. Time form's David Johnson looks at what sort of rating that performance might earn him before Adam Mills of Total Performance data looks at the ride Mark Zahra gave Docklands to win the opening contest and why he made the difference. Lisa Tan has plenty of fashion updates for us from the course yesterday before Aidan Butler and Nick Smith discuss the relatively new incentive for American 2yr olds coming to Royal Ascot and why it's so attractive and finally Fitzdares provide and update on the market for today's feature the Prince of Wales's, in which Matt Chapman believes he's found the bet of the year.

LIVE from Royal Ascot on Day 1 as Nick is joined on course by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead to look ahead to the action on day 1. Chris Stickels, clerk of the course, provides a going update and looks at how they're likely to manager the track throughout the week with temperatures set to soar and we've also got plenty to bring you from last night's GOFFS London Sale at Kensington Palace Gardens, with racing's who's who in attendance including a fascinating conversation with John Stewart on his grand plans, George Boughey looks ahead to Believing this afternoon in the King Charles III sprint and Karl Burke offers up who he's most looking forward to this week and his answer might surprise a few. Then we get the Timeform perspective with Dan Barber and Henry Beesley of Fitzdares provides a betting update for day 1. Finally, bloodstock agent Will Douglas is our Weatherbys guest this week.

JK and Nick Luck discuss his broadcasting career, his favorite horses, his favorite moments, horses to bet at Royal Ascot, and a top 5 JK+1 story involving Bobby Frankel!

Joshua Stacey is joined by RacingTV's Andrew Blair White to break down the latest headlines from the racing world. They're also joined by Basher Watts, who shares his hopes of redemption for his filly Shes Perfect in Sunday's Prix de Diane at Chantilly. In a bold move, Basher reveals that he and his syndicate turned down a $2.5 million offer from Japan just last week. Meanwhile, George Murphy provides an important update on White Birch and his potential run in the Prince of Wales's Stakes. To wrap up, Nick sits down with Nathan Vergne, the newest addition to the French training scene, for an exclusive interview.

JK and Nick Luck discuss his broadcasting career, his favorite horses, his favorite moments, horses to bet at Royal Ascot, and a top 5 JK+1 story involving Bobby Frankel!

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They are joined by Francis Graffard, assembling an enviable squad for Royal Ascot. Also on today's show, Jane Chapple Hyam announces the supplementary of Kon Tiki for the Coronation Stakes, while we hear from John Gosden and Colin Keane on Lead Artist, Will Bourne on Carl Spackler, plus Roger Teal on Dancing Gemini. Nick is at the GOFFS Arkle sale, where he gets fascinating insight from Dan Skelton, as well as contributions from agent Ed Bailey and trainer AJ O'Neill. JA McGrath has big news from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for a Derby debrief, and is joined by Epsom GM Jim Allen to discuss how improvements can be made to the day and the customer experience. Also on today's show, Juddmonte officially announce Colin Keane as their number one in Europe, and his mentor and boss Ger Lyons shares his delight. Plus, Lyons announces that Lady Iman - his star 2yo - is highly unlikely to make Royal Ascot. On the Ascot theme, trainer Henry Dwyer updates us on his defending champ Asfoora, and gives us the lowdown on her latest piece of work in Newmarket today, while NBC's Matt Bernier gives us his take on the Belmont Stakes and a supreme performance from Sovereignty.

Nick Luck joins me in the middle of a serious Texas storm to discuss the upcoming Marvel movie "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" From the popcorn bucket to our predictions. Despite the thunder in the background, we made it through part one of the show.

Tom Stanley in for Nick and joined by broadcaster Matt Chapman to look ahead to the Betfred Derby Festival. We hear from Andrew Cooper out on the track at Epsom who gives us a conditions update. Matt want to hear from Hector Crouch re his Classic rides and Hector tells us what he's expecting from Revoir and Stanhope Gardens. We are also joined by Robert Cowell who has seven potential runners across the two Dash races. Matt and Tom then have wider discussions about both the Derby's relevance to Epsom and the success of Wednesday's draw at the Epsom Picturehouse. They also discuss the relevance of the Triple Crown with this year's Guineas winner lining up in the Derby. US broadcaster Michelle Yu gives here Belmont Stakes views and Total Performance Data's Adam Mills puts some figures on the race. And we are joined by CEO of the Matt Hampson Foundation ahead of this weekend's Chamonix Challenge.

Josh Stacey takes over the podcast today and is joined by Racing TV's Anthony Dunkley to preview the two Epsom Classics in depth with the help of Dave Ord, who looks at the race through a Timeform perspective and also shares what Timeform made of the two most taking performances of last week on these shores from Almaqam & Estrange. Eve Johnson Houghton, who so often has a nice early two year old, discusses the chances of Havana Hurricane in the Woodcote at Epsom before Harry Eustace provides an update on stable star Docklands and where he's likely to head to next.

Tom Stanley in for Nick and joined by Jane Mangan to analyse the Derby draw with 19 declared, the biggest field since 2003. Luca Brooks-Edwards was at the draw this morning and has the reaction of Tony Elliot, who has outsider Rogue Impact in the races as well as Matt Hulmes of Betfred who looks at whether Ruling Court can keep the Triple Crown dream alive. Tom and Jane also go on to assess the 9 runner Oaks and the Coronation Cup. We hear from Marco Botti who has Giavelotto in there and also won the Italian Derby a couple of days ago. Dave Loughnane won the 2.47 at Leicester yesterday with a bargain buy and Tom asks whether or not he's already had offers for the filly ahead of Royal Ascot. Gary Wiltshire previews his new book as part of this week's Weatherbys segment and Adam McNamara joins us from the PJA to talk about the apprentice only card on Friday evening at Goodwood.

Charlotte Greenway this morning joined by David Yates of the Daily Mirror to begin by looking ahead to this week's classics from Epsom. With the news that Francis Graffard is set to supplement Midak for the race we hear from Nick who was at the yard last week. Barry Mahon of Juddmonte also explains the thinking behind supplementing New Ground for the race and has an update on couple of Juddmonte's leading lights including Kalpana and Field Of Gold. Dave and Charlotte discuss the makeup of both the Oaks and the Derby before Ralph Beckett looks at his three contenders, who are Pride of Arras, the Dante winner and Stanhope Gardens in the Derby and Revoir in the Oaks. Ralph also has an interesting take on the Lord Allen situation and calls for racing bodies to come together. Trainer in form Ed Walker looks back on a fantastic week as well as looking forward to Qilin Queen in the Oaks on Friday before James Cloney of Clara Stud reflects on a fantastic success for Camille Pissarro in yesterday's Prix du Jockey Club, whose dam they bought for just 14,000 guineas.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead first to discuss the news that was confirmed at lunch time by the BHA that their incoming Chair, Lord Allen, has delayed his start date from 2nd June and Lee looks at why this is and what this could mean for the sport. Then moving onto next week's Epsom Oaks, Charlotte speaks to Julian Richmond Watson who is going for his second success in the race as an owner/breeder, this time with Revoir before Richard Hannon provides an update on his Prix du Jockey Club contender this weekend as well as Rosallion, who is all systems go for Royal Ascot. Following the classy card from Sandown last night, Lee and Charlotte reflect on the key performances whilst hearing from William Buick who rode a double on the night. Finally, jockey Lilly Pinchin explains where the idea came from for documentary A Racing Mind, following her life and her battle with ADHD.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to canter through all today's talking points from around the racing world. They begin by discussing the likely impact of the change to the Windsor Castle Stakes, and hear from leading Breeze-Up consignor Con Marnane. Also today, trainer George Scott eagerly anticipates the return of stable star Bay City Roller at Sandown tomorrow, while Timeform's Dan Barber considers the legacy of Kyprios, Indian champion Surat Narredu shares his excitement at riding at Ascot's Shergar Cup fixture, and Redcar's Jonjo Sanderson defends his racecourse against accusations levelled by top rider Tom Marquand. JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, while Field of Gold's breeder Honora Donworth is our Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Nick is joined by ITV and Sky Racing host Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with the news that the Irish Regulator is set to review the controversial Philip Byrnes final flight unseat at Wexford yesterday. Also on today's show, Wathnan's Richard Brown talks about the acquisition of star sprinter Lazzat, while JdG's Adrien Cugnasse gives alarming details of the personal and professional troubles that may yet cost French star trainer David Cottin his licence. Plus, with the news that Breeders' Cup returns to New York in 2027, US legend Chris McCarron remembers his stirring ride on Tiznow in the post 9/11 Belmont Breeders' Cup in 2001. Venatour's Marc Blackford is also along to give details of some terrific racing holidays in the USA, Argentina, Cape Town and throughout Europe.

Joint effort today from Nick and Charlotte and the big news to kick us off is that the dominant stayer over the last couple of year's Kyprios has been retired by Coolmore having aggravated and old injury and Lee Mottershead of the Racing Post sums up his career. Nick gets James Doyle's thoughts on his Derby ride Damysus after he put him through his paces at Epsom this morning and Lee looks at the race as a whole. Billy Nash looks at the Irish Classics from the weekend from a Timeform perspective before Charlotte and Lee also look at the changes to the Windsor Castle Stakes that are set to come in in 2026 as well as news of a surprising Royal Ascot contender from Australia. Barry Irwin shares a surprising Royal Ascot target for Facteur Cheval and an even more surprising jockey booking. Nick also catches up with Irish trainer Mick Flannery ahead of the popular Tomas O Maille running tonight and the story behind him plus we have the latest point to point segment with Ben Atkins and Oli Bell has news of his final day at the British Poker Championships.

Nick is joined by Daily Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They begin with reflections on one Classic weekend and plans for the next two in the company of Aidan O'Brien, plus Jim Crowley on Anmaat's comeback effort.Also on today's show, Luca Cumani pays his respects to much loved US-based trainer Christophe Clement, who has died aged 59.Plus James McDonald on winning the Hong Kong triple crown aboard Voyage Bubble and Oli Bell on reaching the final stages of the UK Poker Championships in Nottingham.

Nick is joined by David Yates to look over today's racing news. Guests today include Harry Charlton, on the cusp of his most exciting day as a trainer with Cosmic Year. Also today, William Haggas first in every direction this weekend, with Dubai Honour and Lake Forest competing internationally, plus all the news about domestic runners and future plans. Plus, Vicky Leonard of Kick UP joins us to discuss the future of Rosehill, with the next vote of ATC members set to take place Tuesday. Dan Barber has the Timeform perspective, and Ben is along with the Point to Point news.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for a look at the key racing stories of the day. They lead with a final word from Charlie Fellowes on the failed appeal to restore She's Perfect as the Pouliches winner. Fellowes's obvious pain exacerbated by the critical drop in numbers that has befallen his stable this season. Also on today's show, as part of the build up to this weekend, Owen Burrows updates on returning star Anmaat, set for a seasonal debut in the Tattersalls Gold Cup, while Ed Walker agonises over whether to pitch Almaqam into the Prix d'Ispahan or next week's Brigadier Gerard at Sandown. Plus, IFAR Chair Dr Eliot Forbes on the recent conference in Kentucky, and Clare Kingston from Racing Welfare on the Charity races during Stable Staff week.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Motteshead to discuss the racing issues of the day. BHA Acting CEO Brant Dunshea joins at the start to discuss the latest backstop on weighing room facility updates, plus the sport's urging government to look on racing separately as it considers harmonisation of betting duty. Also today, Salisbury's Jeremy Martin on adding a new conditions race that looks set to serve as a Derby Trial for Stanhope Gardens. Plus, Patrick Cooper reflects on the breeding success of the Ackroyd family, whose Pride of Arras is now Derby bound, and reignites the Irish Derby distance debate in the process. JA McGrath has all the latest from Hong Kong, Jason Singh from Tattersalls celebrates the company's sponsorship of the Irish Guineas weekend, while trainer Richard Fahey looks forward to unleashing Powerful Glory in the Sandy Lane Stakes at Haddock.

Nick is joined by ITV presenter Oli Bell to discuss the latest from around the racing world. With a view to this weekend's Classics, they are joined by Brian Meehan and Kate Harrington to discuss Rashabar and Hotazhell respectively, while Harrringtom also has news of Green Impact's next target. Also today, Wathnan's manager Richard Brown tells Nick about two potential Derby candidates, while the RCA's Kevin Walsh talks about the new Summer Jumps Championship, and Nick and Oli assess GBR's latest marketing effort as they kick off the Going is Good campaign. Plus, Luis Kimmel from GaloppDaily joins with important news from Germany, while Richard Chugg joins the show having joined his family in collecting awards at the TBA National Hunt evening at Doncaster as breedrers of The New Lion and Katsura.

Nick is joined by Matt Chapman to cast an eye over today's racing headlines. They reflect on an excellent weekend in UK and US, with contributions from John Gosden and Oisin Murphy after their Lockinge success, Saffie Osborne on being a part of the US Triple Crown, and Jonathan Portman, who unleashes his star sprinter Rumstar in this weekend's Temple Stakes at Haydock.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Lydia is at York, where she reflects on the opening day of the Dante festival, and looks ahead to the feature race plus the outstanding line-uop assembled for Saturday's Lockinge Stakes at Newbury. Nick is in Baltimore for the 150th Preakness, where he catches up with Aron Wellman of Eclipse Thoroughbreds, co-owners of the heavy favourite Journalism. Also on today's show, Nick and Lydia discuss the latest releases from the Levy Board on yield and grants with CEO Alan Delmonte, plus they reveal details of who was in attendance at yesterday's forum on gambling and taxation convened by the Social Market Foundation. Amy Swales, York's Head of Sustainability, drops by for an update, while trainer David Christie join Nick to talk about the remarkable Winged Leader, who notched up a record equalling 33rd point to point win in Ireland this week.

Nick is joined by Daily Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world today. They lead with the news that the King and Queen have sent a horse to be trained by Willie Mullins, and are joined by their majesties' racing and bloodstock adviser John Warren. With York's Dante Festival beginning today, Nick catches up with CEO William Derby and also talks to David Egan, number one rider for Amo Racing about Dante Stakes hopeful Tuscan Hills plus the exciting two year olds he's riding this week. As declarations filter through for the Yorkshire Cup on Friday, Nick takes the opportunity to catch up with the ever-insightful and entertaining Philippa Cooper about the return of her talented homebred stayer Sweet William. Plus, JA McGrath with the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan for the latest from around the racing world. On the day after the retirement of Rachael Blackmore, they are joined by some of those most influential and instrumental in her career: Henry de Bromhead, Shark Hanlon, Eddie O'Leary and Nina Carberry. Timeform's Dan Barber brings us Rachael's Top 5 perfomances of all time, while - in other news - Roger Teal explains why Kieran Shoemark has been overlooked in favour of Ryan Moore for this weekend's Lockinge ride on Dancing Gemini, plus Sally Flatt from Childwickbury Stud is our Weatherbys Bloodstock guest.

We might be late but are here for our annual Star Wars conversation. Thrawn, Tales of the Underworld, Fortnite, and more. I am joined by my ver special guest for a great nerd out show.

Josh Stacey in for Nick and joined by Jonathan Harding of the Racing Post to reflect on the action over the weekend, starting with Shes Perfect's demotion to second pace in yesterday's French 1000 Guineas. Her trainer and owner Charlie Fellowes and Basher Watts share their thoughts and ask for answers with regards to Barzalona's riding tactics in the later stages. Then Anthony Dunkley takes a look at this week's Preakness Stakes before retiring jockey Max Kendrick shares what's next for him out of the saddle.

Nick - at Badminton Horse Trials - is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to spin through the latest racing news. Today's guests include Aidan O'Brien, reflecting on a typically dominant Chester May Festival, and Richard Hannon, bidding to halt the ballydoyle dominance in the Lingfield Derby Trial. Plus, breeder Colin Bryce on the dropping foal crop, Project Pace and solutions for the sport. TPD's Adam Mills gives his verdict on the Classic Trials so far, while we introduce you to Mason Paetel, the star 16 year old apprentice sponsored by the podcast this season.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing and Sky Sports host Matt Chapman for news and insight from around the racing world. Matt has the last word on the Shoemark/Gosden story, before we move on to talk to Charlie Fellowes about his two Classic runners in France this weekend. Plus, NTF CEO Paul Johnson rails against the BHA's policy to delete small field handicaps, while Owen Burrows gives the lowdown on all his stable stars, including Falakayeh, Nakheel, Gethin and Anmaat. Ben Atkins has the weekly Pointing update plus 1/ST SVP Peter Rotondo on Gulfstream's Royal Ascot qualifiers this weekend and a look ahead to the Preakness.

Nick is joined by The Mirror's David Yates to discuss the latest from the world of horse racing. Special guest today is Lachlan Fitt, co-founder of the Global Jockeys' Challenge that is set to make a significant entry on to the scene in 2026. Nick and Dave debate whether the concept can capture the public imagination. Also on today's show, reflections on Bank Holiday action plus the decision to move Derby declarations to 72 hours. Ned Toffey from Spendthrift Farm celebrates another Kentucky Derby winner from their supersire Into Mischief, while Timeform's Dan Barber puts the Guineas performances into context.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with the news that Kieren Shoemark has lost his job as number one rider to the Gosdens following his ride on Field of Gold. Thady Gosden explains the decision. Also today, NBC's Randy Moss on Sovereignty missing the Preakness and the future of the Triple Crown, plus Adrien Cugnasse on a political storm engulfing French racing, and JA McGrath reports from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to reflect on a tremendous weekend of sport, during which the Godolphin ownership scooped all four intercontinental Classics, the 1000 and 2000 Guineas, plus the Kentucky Derby and Oaks. They are joined by Godolphin MD Hugh Anderson, Kentucky Derby winning rider Junior Alavarado, double-Classic placed trainer Ollie Sangster, and Adam Mills from Total Performance Data. Plus, Nick and Lydia discuss the reaction to the ride on Field of Gold in the 2000 Guineas, Francis Graffard's view on geldings in the Arc, the balance of the three racedays at Newmarket and much more.

Nick is joined by ITV star Oli Bell to take a look at today's headlines from around the racing world, with tentacles around the Guineas weekend, Punchestown and Kentucky, where Nick is based this week. Guests today include Guineas winning trainer Hugo Palmer, whose Seagulls Eleven has had a carbon copy preparation to that of his sire Galileo Gold. Also on the show, Davis Menuisier looks forward to unleashing his star three year old Janey Mackers in the Pretty Polly, while Nick catches up with Barry Connell and R Mike Smith, both delighted winners at Punchestown on Tuesday. In Kentucky, the CMNWLTH fractional ownership team - successful in the Derby with Mage - now have a real shot at winning Friday's Kentucky Oaks - their principal, Chase Chamberlin, drops in to chat and reminisce. Meanwhile Racing Welfare's Gemma Waterhouse has details of the charity's latest challenge.

Nick is joined by David Yates to look at today's racing news from around the world. Nick is now in Kentucky, having flown in from Hong Kong yesterday to the news of a top jockey's involvement in a serious road accident. Nick and Dave give details at the head of the show, while also looking ahead to the Guineas, the Kentucky Derby and Punchestown. Guests include Harry Charlton, who says he would be very happy to run Cosmic Year in the Guineas if he was asked, while Jamie McCalmont looks ahead to an exciting week for Marc Chan, owner breeder of Green Impact, and Dan Barber gives the Timeform perspective on both Classics. Meanwhile, at Punchestown, Michael Buckley explains why Constitution Hill was today given an entry for the Gold Cup at Ascot, and - in Kentucky - Brendan Walsh looks forward to inheriting New Century for this weekend's American Turf and has high hopes of Derby success with East Avenue.

Charlotte Greenway filling in for Nick today and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead to reflect on the action from over the weekend starting with Sandown where Willie Mullins sent out three winners on the day to retain the British Trainers' Championship, which included the impressive Il Etait Temps, who's part owner Craig Kieswetter is along to discuss the performance and how this now five time Grade 1 winner seems to keep going under the radar. It's Guineas week and we hear from Ger Lyons who has the fancied Red Letter in Sunday's 1000 Guineas and shares his hopes for the daughter of Frankel this season. Roger Teal joins the show to mull over the next target for Dancing Gemini who won Friday's bet365 mile in good style, while Lee also looks ahead of day 1 of Punchestown & Constitution Hill on Friday after a video was released of him schooling over fences this weekend.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan for a look at all the news from the racing world. They begin with a quick spin through Willie Mullins's declarations for Sandown on Saturday, and are joined by Joe Chambers to discuss the appearance of Gaelic Warrior and the non-appearance of Lossiemouth. Also on today's show, Joseph O'Brien talks Scorthy Champ, Banbridge and much more, while trainer Christophe Ferland has a bulletin on last year's Arc runner up Aventure, who reappears at Longchamp this weekend. In Hong Kong, Nick catches up with trainers David Hayes (Ka Ying Rising plus his sons' Mr Brightside) and Adrian Bott (co-trainer Royal Patronage) ahead of FWD Champions' Day, while Ben is along with this week's Point to Point slot.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They take a deep dive into the case of Dylan Phelan vs Ladbrokes, have the answers to question posed to ARC last week surrounding Amphitheatre Racing, and review the action from Epsom yesterday. Plus, Nick catches up with Race for the Crown show runner Ian Sambor, who brought the Netflix show to screens yesterday, while Newsells Park's Julian Dollar is our Weatherbys Bloodstock guest, and JA McGrath is alongside Nick in Hong Kong.

Josh Stacey in for Nick today and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. They begin by reflecting on Haiti Couleurs's impressive success in yesterday's Irish Grand National for Welsh trainer Rebecca Curtis. Ridden by Champion Jockey elect, Sean Bowen, he shares what yesterday's win meant and also winning the championship this season. Sean's father Peter, joins Josh to look at where his son's drive and talent comes from and what his success means to the whole family. Dan Skelton, who holds a nearly 60k lead in the trainers' championship, discusses his huge team of runners this week as he looks to get the better of Willie Mullins this time around. Kieran Clark has the weekly Timeform update before Jacob Webb has the latest on french jockey, Nicolas Gauffenic, who suffered a nasty fall over the weekend.

Nick is joined by David Yates of the Mirror to bring you all the latest from around the racing world. Today's guests include Nicky Henderson, who gives news of Constitution Hill plus reflections on the horse's extraordinary popularity at the Lambourn Open Day and his thoughts on the trainers' championship. Also today, Harry Cobden on riding for Willie Mullins and his hopes for more such opportunities at Punchestown and beyond. Meanwhile, Wathnan's Richard Brown looks forward to Map of Stars, Damysus and Haatem this week, but warns that James Doyle may be off games for 3-4 weeks following a collarbone injury at Chelmsford on Friday. Plus, Tamfana's owner Eamon O'Connor discusses her return to action at Sandown this week.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to bring you today's news from around the racing world. Following Field of Gold's Craven romp, Juddmonte's Barry Mahon discusses plans for the three key Guineas colts in their ownership. Also on today's show, Kia Joorabchian reflects on a record spend at the Tattersalls Breeze-Up sales, while Karl Burke discusses returning plans for Classic winner Fallen Angel, Adrien Cugnasse reports on the fallout between Edouard de Rothschild and his successors at France Galop, and Ben Atkins has the latest from the Point to Point field.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad for the Good Friday edition of the podcast. With news that organised action has led to the abandonment of a race at Southwell on Easter Sunday, Nick talks to campaigner Sam Hoskins, former trainer Mark Johnston, and NTF President Nick Alexander in an attempt to understand the background to the boycott. Also on today's show, Fairyhouse GM Peter Roe in advance of the Irish National Festival, and Molly is back with an update on podcast pointer Baunmore Jet.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing, Sky Sports, Sun Racing, PaddyPower, atttheraces and Eventmastersuk's Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from around the horse racing world. In Newmarket for the Craven meeting, they catch up with Nell Gwyn winner Kieren Shoemark, who also has the lowdown on Craven Stakes fancy Field of Gold. Also on today's show, Kate Harrington gives us the inside track on mother Jessie's two Guineas contenders Green Impact and Hotazhell. Legendary consignor Willie Browne reflects on smashing his own Craven Breeze-Up record, while Roger Teal has the latest on Lockinge contender Dancing Gemini, Plumpton's Craig Staddon looks forward to welcoming Willie Mullins and Al Asayl's Harry Peter-Hoblyn is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstcock Guest.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop on Day One of Newmarket's traditional and prestigious Craven meeting. Ahead of tomorrow's eponymous feature, they talk to Wimbledon Hawkeye's trainer James Owen, and discuss the trainer's jockey arrangements on his star horses this season. Also on the show today, we hear from Aidan O'Brien on his early Classic contenders in the company of Charlotte Greenway and Jane Mangan, while Newmarket trainer Tom Clover shares his dismay at the poor prize money on offer on Easter Sunday and spins through this week's runners. Nick and Lydia run with the Easter prize money theme and also discuss ARC's Amphitheatre Racing, whose motives have caused a degree of consternation amongst punters and professionals this week. Plus, Dan Barber talks Scottish National, Craven Ratings and a two year old to watch from the Timeform perspective.

Ahead of the first British Classics of the flat season, Charlotte Greenway & Jane Mangan are at Ballydoyle and joined by Aidan O'Brien after second lot as they look ahead to his likely runners in the Betfred 1000 & 2000 Guineas, with a positive update on both his leading fancies. Then they look ahead to those with Epsom on their agenda before discussing plans for some of the stable stars including Kyprios, Los Angeles & Storm Boy. Finally, Aidan gives us a two year old for Royal Ascot, who's name could be changed this week to reflect his ability!

Nick is joined by Mirror Newsboy David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. After unpacking the Scottish National/Trainers' Championship, they launch into the Flat, with trainer Francis Graffard joining the show to discuss star filly Zarigana's comeback win, plus news on Calandagan, Goliath, Map of Stars and more. Also today, Brian Meehan plots his next steps with Greenham runner-up Rashabar, while Ed Crisford looks ahead to the Nell Gwyn Stakes with Arabian Dusk and delights in the Grade 1 victory of Choisya at Keeneland. Newbury CEO Shaun Hinds explains how the Berkshire racecourse has performed a stunning turnaround in attendance figures, plus - in Australia - Bjorn Baker reflects on the biggest week of his career, which culminated in the Sydney Cup victory of Arapaho. With the Tattersalls Craven Breeze Up sales this week, the doyen of the 2yo sales Con Marnane joins the show.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Mirror's David Yates as they reflect on a fantastic Aintree Grand National Festival and the big race itself on which we hear from winning rider Patrick Mullins along with the owner Nick Rockett, Stewart Andrew. Both discuss the emotions of the day and the continuing celebrations whilst Jamie Osbourne is along to look back on the agonising defeat suffered by Heart of Honour in the UAE Derby before we cover the retirement announcements from the weekend with Hayley Turner's long time agent Guy Jewell and jockey Alan Johns who went out with a winner yesterday at Ffos Las.

Josh Stacey in for Nick today and begins by reflecting on the sad news that came through this morning regarding Grand National runner Celebre D'Allen who sadly passed away last night after taking a sudden downturn. James Given, BHA's Director of Equine Health and Welfare joins the show to reflect on events that took place with this horse from the moment he collapsed while James also explains the stringent measures that the BHA have in place before a horse can even line up. Timeform's Dan Barber looks at the figures of the race and assesses how it stacks up against previous renewals. David Power Jockey's Cup winner Harry Skelton pops in to discuss that 500k prize as well as the final couple of weeks of the trainers' title and what Dan has up his sleeve to curtail Willie Mullins's late bid. Christian Williams looks back on his winner on Saturday in Liverpool before this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock segment takes us to South Africa as we hear from Eugene Freeman of Boland Stud.