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Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to canter through the latest news and developments from around the horseracing world. Nick is in Dubai, where James Doyle tells him of his hopes of success aboard Algiers, Master of the Seas and more this Saturday night. Also on today's show, York CEO William Derby details a significant prize money uplift for 2023 while outlining sustainability initiatives in the face of the energy crisis. With last week's heroes Honeysuckle and Constitution Hill both conceived in the same UK covering barn, Yorton's Dave Futter pays tribute to their sires and indicates who might be the next influential stallion in his care. Meanwhile, TV presenter Rosie Tapner talks to Nick about her foray into the boxing ring in aid of Racing Welfare.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the lates news and developments from around the racing world today. Continuing the build up to Cheltenham, the most successful Festival amateur, Jamie Codd, joins the show to discuss his rides this year, his favourite Festival memories and to touch on the Tattersalls Cheltenham sale. He also reveals a fascinating ride in this year's Hunters' Chase. Champion Trainer Paul Nicholls gives a bullish report on Bravemansagme, hints at one that might still be ahead of the handicapper and also looks ahead to Sandown's fixture on Saturday. Donald McCain opens the show by lamenting the ban handed to Brian Hughes at Doncaster on Saturday, while Martin Kelly brings you the latest from the closing weeks of the season in Riyadh.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the lates news and developments from around the racing world today. Continuing the build up to Cheltenham, the most successful Festival amateur, Jamie Codd, joins the show to discuss his rides this year, his favourite Festival memories and to touch on the Tattersalls Cheltenham sale. He also reveals a fascinating ride in this year's Hunters' Chase. Champion Trainer Paul Nicholls gives a bullish report on Bravemansagme, hints at one that might still be ahead of the handicapper and also looks ahead to Sandown's fixture on Saturday. Donald McCain opens the show by lamenting the ban handed to Brian Hughes at Doncaster on Saturday, while Martin Kelly brings you the latest from the closing weeks of the season in Riyadh.

Join Lee Mottershead, Maddy Playle and Jonathan Harding as they analyse three of the week's biggest stories. Lee kicks things off by looking at the superstars on the track and asks the question, are we set for an out-of-this-world performance at Cheltenham? Maddy looks at what else could we be talking about at the Cheltenham Festival? Jonathan speaks about the Irish heading over to Cheltenham and asks will Willie Mullins dominate the festival again? #HorseRacing #HorseRacingUK #SportsNews #cheltenhamfestival  00:00 Intro  1:53 Jon Pullin Interview 7:01 Are we set for an out-of-this-world performance at Cheltenham? 17:34 What else could we be talking about at the Cheltenham Festival? 24:18 Will Willie Mullins dominate the festival again?

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They begin by considering the developments in week 2 of the new whip regulations, which have delivered another DQ, but which have seen a decline in the number of offences in the lead up to Cheltenham. Among other topics on the agenda are Nicky Henderson's Cheltenham squad, which worked at Cheltenham yesterday, the premature retirement of Commissioning, the career change for Keith Dalgleish, and what really needs to happen in a GB Hall of Fame. Nick also talks to Middleham Park's Tom Palin about Marie's Rock's Festival target, author Paul Ferguson offers some advice from his freshly published Festival Betting Guide, and agent and owner Ramiro Restrepo tells us why he is setting a once raced maiden winner on the Kentucky Derby trail at Gulfstream Park this weekend.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They begin by considering the developments in week 2 of the new whip regulations, which have delivered another DQ, but which have seen a decline in the number of offences in the lead up to Cheltenham. Among other topics on the agenda are Nicky Henderson's Cheltenham squad, which worked at Cheltenham yesterday, the premature retirement of Commissioning, the career change for Keith Dalgleish, and what really needs to happen in a GB Hall of Fame. Nick also talks to Middleham Park's Tom Palin about Marie's Rock's Festival target, author Paul Ferguson offers some advice from his freshly published Festival Betting Guide, and agent and owner Ramiro Restrepo tells us why he is setting a once raced maiden winner on the Kentucky Derby trail at Gulfstream Park this weekend.

Episode 144 of the Luck On Sunday Podcast. Nick was joined in the studio by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead & jockey Daryl Jacob. Following Nick's dash back from Saudi, we reflected on the world's richest meeting in Riyadh. We also reflected on the racing from Kempton on Saturday & addressed the current whip rumpus.

Join Lee Mottershead, Maddy Playle and Jonathan Harding as they analyse three of the week's biggest stories. Maddy kicks things off by looking at the Grand National weights and how the likely lack of British runners could be a cause for concern.  Lee digs into the findings of the Racing Post's survey of punters, explains what it reveals about affordability checks and stresses the potential significance of Rishi Sunak's video message to the Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards. Jonathan ends the show by examining the first set of bans under British racing's new whip rules and why this could be a big concern moving towards the Cheltenham Festival.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead as he surveys the goings on from around the racing world. Based in Riyadh this week ahead of the Saudi Cup, Nick talks to William Knight, trainer of Sir Busker, Chase Chamberlin of Commonwealth, the part owners of Saudi Cup fancy Country Grammer, plus there are contributions from pod regulars Martin Kelly, talking Japanese horses and more, and Jane Mangan, who also gives her view on a wide range of domestic matters. Micky Hammond joins the show to discuss the Middleham Open Day on Good Friday, while Hong Kong legend Douglas Whyte describes the joy of training Russian Emperor to success in Doha last weekend, and has some firm views on the stewarding controversy that is creating tensions in Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead as he surveys the goings on from around the racing world. Based in Riyadh this week ahead of the Saudi Cup, Nick talks to William Knight, trainer of Sir Busker, Chase Chamberlin of Commonwealth, the part owners of Saudi Cup fancy Country Grammer, plus there are contributions from pod regulars Martin Kelly, talking Japanese horses and more, and Jane Mangan, who also gives her view on a wide range of domestic matters. Micky Hammond joins the show to discuss the Middleham Open Day on Good Friday, while Hong Kong legend Douglas Whyte describes the joy of training Russian Emperor to success in Doha last weekend, and has some firm views on the stewarding controversy that is creating tensions in Hong Kong.

Racing Post's Lee Mottershead and the CEO of the British Racing Authority Julie Harrington join Racing Pulse from the 39th Asian Racing Conference being held at the Melbourne Convention Centre.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to reflect on the news and events from around the racing world today. Lee is in Melbourne for the Asian Racing Conference and begins today with a report on the growing tensions between the country's two most powerful racing jurisdictions. Also today, Nick and Lee discuss disturbing allegations made against trainer Homer Scott in yesterday's Irish Independent, Nick's interview with the CEO of the Gambling Commission, the beginning of the new whip rules in the UK and all the action from the weekend. Nick tracks down Charles Byrnes, trainer of Blazing Khal, talks to Fitzdares CEO Will Woodhams about opening up in Canada, and hears of pioneering horse health technology from Anne Moynet of Arioneo. Meanwhile, renowned turf writer Jay Hovdey pays tribute to the horseracing legacy of Burt Bacharach.

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to cast an eye over news and developments in the racing and bloodstock world. The lead with a look ahead to the Dublin Racing Festival, consider its key themes, and check in with Joseph O'Brien, who discusses DRF four-peat seeking A Wave of the Sea, as well as High Definition and Banbridge. Nick and Jonathan also discuss the latest BHA whip twist, the recovery of Altior and the 21/22 Levy Report, while trainer William de Best Turner - winless since 2006 until yesterday - joins the show to tell us why he's persevered. Bloodstock agent Richard Brown looks forward to the stud career of Perfect Power, while - in Bahrain - Nick catches up with both trainer George Baker and sponsor David Howden. In a fascinating interview at the end of today's show, Hall of Fame rider Chris McCarron tells Nick why two of his fellow riders should join him in receiving US racing's most coveted honour.

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to cast an eye over news and developments in the racing and bloodstock world. The lead with a look ahead to the Dublin Racing Festival, consider its key themes, and check in with Joseph O'Brien, who discusses DRF four-peat seeking A Wave of the Sea, as well as High Definition and Banbridge. Nick and Jonathan also discuss the latest BHA whip twist, the recovery of Altior and the 21/22 Levy Report, while trainer William de Best Turner - winless since 2006 until yesterday - joins the show to tell us why he's persevered. Bloodstock agent Richard Brown looks forward to the stud career of Perfect Power, while - in Bahrain - Nick catches up with both trainer George Baker and sponsor David Howden. In a fascinating interview at the end of today's show, Hall of Fame rider Chris McCarron tells Nick why two of his fellow riders should join him in receiving US racing's most coveted honour.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest developments from around the racing world. They lead with the news that the Jockey Club, parent company of some of the world's leading racecourses, has abandoned all dress codes. They are joined by CEO Nevin Truesdale. They also look ahead to the Dublin Racing Festival in the company of Ted Walsh, who saddles Any Second Now against the Mullins stars in the Irish Gold Cup. Martin Kelly is back on the Road to Riyadh, Racing Chaplain Simon Bailey drops in to talk about Time to Talk Day, while Sandown Clerk Andrew Cooper tells about a brand new racename for Saturday's fixture. Nick and Lee also cover the boardroom fallout at Retraining of Racehorses and the BHA's deputation to Ireland on the whip.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest developments from around the racing world. They lead with the news that the Jockey Club, parent company of some of the world's leading racecourses, has abandoned all dress codes. They are joined by CEO Nevin Truesdale. They also look ahead to the Dublin Racing Festival in the company of Ted Walsh, who saddles Any Second Now against the Mullins stars in the Irish Gold Cup. Martin Kelly is back on the Road to Riyadh, Racing Chaplain Simon Bailey drops in to talk about Time to Talk Day, while Sandown Clerk Andrew Cooper tells about a brand new racename for Saturday's fixture. Nick and Lee also cover the boardroom fallout at Retraining of Racehorses and the BHA's deputation to Ireland on the whip.

Join Lee Mottershead, Chris Cook and James Stevens as they discuss three of last week's biggest news stories. In this episode, James looks back on a fantastic day of racing from Cheltenham.  Lee discusses the Racing Post's Racecourse Prices Index series, which reveals the true cost of going racing in Britain and Ireland. Chris talks about the latest news on affordability checks and what a minister had to say about the intrusive checks being demanded of customers by bookmakers.

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. Today, they begin by contemplating whether the BHA will bother to reschedule the Clarence House Chase should the race be lost to the weather as looks likely. They also discuss the ramifications of the Danny Brock case with regard to inside information and the newly published Economic Impact Study on behalf of the TBA, whose Deputy Chairman Philip Newton joins the show. Punter and Gambling Industry analyst Neil Channing drops in to discuss the potentially groundbreaking sanctions applied to bookmaker TonyBet by the Gambling Commission, while Nick talks to 80-year old Luk Chin, who harbours ambitions to drive a harness racing Group One in his native New Zealand while still working as a consultant anaesthetist. Martin Kelly brings us the latest from Riyadh, Racing Welfare's Jo White launches this year's mass participation fundraiser, while trainer Jim Bolger gives us the lowdown on his Classic winner Mac Swiney, who goes under the GOFFS hammer tomorrow.

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. Today, they begin by contemplating whether the BHA will bother to reschedule the Clarence House Chase should the race be lost to the weather as looks likely. They also discuss the ramifications of the Danny Brock case with regard to inside information and the newly published Economic Impact Study on behalf of the TBA, whose Deputy Chairman Philip Newton joins the show. Punter and Gambling Industry analyst Neil Channing drops in to discuss the potentially groundbreaking sanctions applied to bookmaker TonyBet by the Gambling Commission, while Nick talks to 80-year old Luk Chin, who harbours ambitions to drive a harness racing Group One in his native New Zealand while still working as a consultant anaesthetist. Martin Kelly brings us the latest from Riyadh, Racing Welfare's Jo White launches this year's mass participation fundraiser, while trainer Jim Bolger gives us the lowdown on his Classic winner Mac Swiney, who goes under the GOFFS hammer tomorrow.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. After hearing from the clerks at Ascot, Haydock and Taunton about the somewhat mixed prospects of racing this weekend, they consider the World's Best Racehorse Rankings, which gave Flightline (140) a rating equivalent to Frankel. Nick talks to IFHA co-chair Dominic Gardiner-Hill, as well as co-owner of Flightline Terry Finley of West Point Thoroughbreds. Nick and Lee also look at the Cheltenham Novice Chase entries, wonder whether it's time for the National Hunt Chase, and trainer Paddy Neville joins the show to discuss the likeliest route for The Real Whacker. Robert Waley-Cohen outlines "Plan B" for Noble Yeats, forced to miss this weekend through a vaccination admin error, while Nick and Lee run through the Danny Brock case plus the potential moving of the Cox Plate. JA McGrath chips in from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. After hearing from the clerks at Ascot, Haydock and Taunton about the somewhat mixed prospects of racing this weekend, they consider the World's Best Racehorse Rankings, which gave Flightline (140) a rating equivalent to Frankel. Nick talks to IFHA co-chair Dominic Gardiner-Hill, as well as co-owner of Flightline Terry Finley of West Point Thoroughbreds. Nick and Lee also look at the Cheltenham Novice Chase entries, wonder whether it's time for the National Hunt Chase, and trainer Paddy Neville joins the show to discuss the likeliest route for The Real Whacker. Robert Waley-Cohen outlines "Plan B" for Noble Yeats, forced to miss this weekend through a vaccination admin error, while Nick and Lee run through the Danny Brock case plus the potential moving of the Cox Plate. JA McGrath chips in from Hong Kong.

Following Davy Russell's surprise return to the saddle weeks after he announced his retirement, Johnny Ward was joined by the Racing Post's David Jennings to discuss the legendary Irish jockey's decision to return.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world. They lead with the news that Davy Russell is to make a brisk comeback to the saddle just weeks after retiring in order to cover for the injured Jack Kennedy. The veteran rider explains all to Nick. Looking ahead to the UK action this weekend, Nick catches up with Charlie Longsdon, trainer of Classic Chase fancy Guetapan Collonges, who also updates us on his star novice hurdler Rare Edition. Ben Case explains why Lanzarote Hurdle defending champ Cobblers Dream is back over hurdles, while Nick and Lee speculate over contingency plans for the Lingfield Winter Million of it falls to the weather and cast an eye over the newly elected jockey club members. Martin Kelly drops in on the Road to Riyadh, which features important Saudi Cup entry news this week.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world. They lead with the news that Davy Russell is to make a brisk comeback to the saddle just weeks after retiring in order to cover for the injured Jack Kennedy. The veteran rider explains all to Nick. Looking ahead to the UK action this weekend, Nick catches up with Charlie Longsdon, trainer of Classic Chase fancy Guetapan Collonges, who also updates us on his star novice hurdler Rare Edition. Ben Case explains why Lanzarote Hurdle defending champ Cobblers Dream is back over hurdles, while Nick and Lee speculate over contingency plans for the Lingfield Winter Million of it falls to the weather and cast an eye over the newly elected jockey club members. Martin Kelly drops in on the Road to Riyadh, which features important Saudi Cup entry news this week.

Join Lee Mottershead, William Barber, Peter Scargill and Jonathan Harding as they discuss three of the biggest news stories in horse racing this week. In this episode, Peter talks about the multi-million pound scandal that has rocked the bloodstock industry.  Jonathan talks about the new whip proposals and how these changes have come about.  Bill speaks about the three-part series that was in the Racing Post last week on the critical issues facing the industry in 2023.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They begin by examining the latest revision to the intended suite of whip regulations, with a lengthy contribution from BHA Non-exec Director David Jones, who Chaired the steering group on continued use of the whip. With entries out for the marquee chases at the Cheltenham Festival, Nick catches up with Sam Thomas, who explains why a horse not seen for over three years is among entries for the Ryanair and Gold Cup, while Joe Chambers offers a glimmer of hope that Monkfish may yet make it to this year's Festival. JA McGrath brings his weekly report from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They begin by examining the latest revision to the intended suite of whip regulations, with a lengthy contribution from BHA Non-exec Director David Jones, who Chaired the steering group on continued use of the whip. With entries out for the marquee chases at the Cheltenham Festival, Nick catches up with Sam Thomas, who explains why a horse not seen for over three years is among entries for the Ryanair and Gold Cup, while Joe Chambers offers a glimmer of hope that Monkfish may yet make it to this year's Festival. JA McGrath brings his weekly report from Hong Kong.

2022 was a massive year for horse racing with the death of Lester Piggott, Willie Mullins continued domination and the retirement of Davy Russell and the look back on all this and more, OTB's Johnny Ward was joined by David Jennings of the Racing Post as they relived the best moments from the sport of kings.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest developments from around the racing world today. With the latest entry stage for the racing in the UK and Ireland on busy Boxing Day complete, Nick and Lee look ahead to some of the highlights. They are joined by Rich Ricci's manager Joe Chambers, who confirms Royale Pagaille on course for the King George and spins through a host of exciting runners in Ireland over the festive period, while Hughie Morrison talks about his quirky stable star Not So Sleepy, who tries something new in the Long Walk hurdle. Hughie also writes his racing manifesto for 2023. Nick and Lee talk about Joe Saumarez Smith's extension of tenure at the BHA and Monday night's parliamentary reception, while JA McGrath brings his update from Hong Kong and Darley head stallion man Max Nudd talks about the stallions returning to Newmarket from shuttling duties in Australia.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest developments from around the racing world today. With the latest entry stage for the racing in the UK and Ireland on busy Boxing Day complete, Nick and Lee look ahead to some of the highlights. They are joined by Rich Ricci's manager Joe Chambers, who confirms Royale Pagaille on course for the King George and spins through a host of exciting runners in Ireland over the festive period, while Hughie Morrison talks about his quirky stable star Not So Sleepy, who tries something new in the Long Walk hurdle. Hughie also writes his racing manifesto for 2023. Nick and Lee talk about Joe Saumarez Smith's extension of tenure at the BHA and Monday night's parliamentary reception, while JA McGrath brings his update from Hong Kong and Darley head stallion man Max Nudd talks about the stallions returning to Newmarket from shuttling duties in Australia.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world today. With the weather grinding the domestic racing scene to a halt, Nick and Lee consider the Irish action over the weekend and begin with Henry de Bromhead's suggestion of Cheltenham's Mares' hurdle as a possibility for Honeysuckle. They also discuss the goings on at Newcastle on Saturday, the latest jockeys' complaints over whip reforms, the return of Energumene, and wrap up the action from Hong Kong. Nick talks to Richard Kingscote, who is bound for Florida to ride this winter, and also catches up with trainer Tom George, who is looking forward to bringing Il Est Francais to the UK soon. Jacob Webb Prichard talks us through the latest Auctav sale, while Alicia Hughes gives her commentary on the guilty plea in the case of US trainer Jason Servis.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world today. With the weather grinding the domestic racing scene to a halt, Nick and Lee consider the Irish action over the weekend and begin with Henry de Bromhead's suggestion of Cheltenham's Mares' hurdle as a possibility for Honeysuckle. They also discuss the goings on at Newcastle on Saturday, the latest jockeys' complaints over whip reforms, the return of Energumene, and wrap up the action from Hong Kong. Nick talks to Richard Kingscote, who is bound for Florida to ride this winter, and also catches up with trainer Tom George, who is looking forward to bringing Il Est Francais to the UK soon. Jacob Webb Prichard talks us through the latest Auctav sale, while Alicia Hughes gives her commentary on the guilty plea in the case of US trainer Jason Servis.

Episode 136 of the Luck On Sunday Podcast. Nick was joined in the studio by The Racing Post's Lee Mottershead & top northern trainer Donald McCain. Lot's to discuss from the weekend with reaction from Sandown & Aintree. Talking to both Alan King & Emmet Mullins. Plus Nick also had a lovely, frank chat with Donald about life growing up in the shadow of Red Rum & becoming a trainer.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They look ahead to the weekend's action in the UK and Ireland, and ask whether we have been overcomplicating the Tingle Creek Chase ahead of Shishkin's return. Trainer Anthony Honeyball joins the show to discuss his high hopes for Sam Brown in the Becher Chase at Aintree, while rookie Harriet Dickin is on the line to celebrate her first winner since taking over from her father. Josh Apiafi explains how the Racing Media Academy is taking shape for 2023, Bernard Condren looks ahead to the Goffs Tingle Creek Sale, while Sandown's new GM Sarah Drabwell has high hopes for the future of the popular racecourse.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They look ahead to the weekend's action in the UK and Ireland, and ask whether we have been overcomplicating the Tingle Creek Chase ahead of Shishkin's return. Trainer Anthony Honeyball joins the show to discuss his high hopes for Sam Brown in the Becher Chase at Aintree, while rookie Harriet Dickin is on the line to celebrate her first winner since taking over from her father. Josh Apiafi explains how the Racing Media Academy is taking shape for 2023, Bernard Condren looks ahead to the Goffs Tingle Creek Sale, while Sandown's new GM Sarah Drabwell has high hopes for the future of the popular racecourse.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss all the news and events from around the Horseracing world today. In an edition that tours the globe, Lee and Nick discuss the impending end to the career of one of the great global riders, Joao Moreira, who has handed in his Hong Kong licence. They also cast an eye over events in Melbourne, and consider the interwoven welfare, attendance and betting stories emerging from the Melbourne Cup Carnival. With an eye to the Japan Cup this weekend, reporter Liz Price brings is a fascinating interview from Tokyo with German trainer Peter Schiergen, whose Tunnes is a leading fancy for the race. Meanwhile, back on home soil, Nick talks at length to owner Max McNeill, enjoying a purple patch and whose Threeunderthrufive is among the favourites for the Coral Gold Cup at the weekend, while Peter Molony, racing manager to owner Kenny Alexander, talks all things Honeysuckle as she is once again nominated for ROA Horse of the Year. A must listen.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss all the news and events from around the Horseracing world today. In an edition that tours the globe, Lee and Nick discuss the impending end to the career of one of the great global riders, Joao Moreira, who has handed in his Hong Kong licence. They also cast an eye over events in Melbourne, and consider the interwoven welfare, attendance and betting stories emerging from the Melbourne Cup Carnival. With an eye to the Japan Cup this weekend, reporter Liz Price brings is a fascinating interview from Tokyo with German trainer Peter Schiergen, whose Tunnes is a leading fancy for the race. Meanwhile, back on home soil, Nick talks at length to owner Max McNeill, enjoying a purple patch and whose Threeunderthrufive is among the favourites for the Coral Gold Cup at the weekend, while Peter Molony, racing manager to owner Kenny Alexander, talks all things Honeysuckle as she is once again nominated for ROA Horse of the Year. A must listen.

Nick, in Bahrain for the International Trophy, is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world. They look ahead to the racing at the weekend in UK and Ireland in the company of Ricci racing manager Joe Chambers, and consider the possible impact of the newly announced proposed ban on TV gambling ads in Ireland. In Bahrain, Nick catches up with Derby and Champion Stakes winning rider Richard Kingscote on his stellar season, and gets the lowdown on Friday's big event from racing director Ed Veale. Richard Fahey drops in to talk about the sale of The Platinum Queen, JA McGrath chronicles some extraordinary goings on in Hong Kong, while Rob Hezel from the Racing Foundation and Helena Flynn from the Horse Welfare Board discuss a new £3m grant.

Nick, in Bahrain for the International Trophy, is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world. They look ahead to the racing at the weekend in UK and Ireland in the company of Ricci racing manager Joe Chambers, and consider the possible impact of the newly announced proposed ban on TV gambling ads in Ireland. In Bahrain, Nick catches up with Derby and Champion Stakes winning rider Richard Kingscote on his stellar season, and gets the lowdown on Friday's big event from racing director Ed Veale. Richard Fahey drops in to talk about the sale of The Platinum Queen, JA McGrath chronicles some extraordinary goings on in Hong Kong, while Rob Hezel from the Racing Foundation and Helena Flynn from the Horse Welfare Board discuss a new £3m grant.

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

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/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/new-books-network

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer and columnist Maddy Playle to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world today. They begin with the news of the retirement of Alpinista, and reflect on the Award of Merit given to her owner/breeder Kirsten Rausing at last night's Cartier Awards. They assess some of the other winners at racing's most prestigious ceremony, while TDN's European Editor Emma Berry joins the show to discuss the raft of hefty stallion fees announced over the last 24 hours, including Flightline at $200,000. Nick and Maddy look ahead to Cheltenham, while Nick talks to Gavin Cromwell about the return of his stable star Flooring Porter at the weekend. Paul Moroney tells Nick about the acquisition of Alenquer - nominated for an ROA award this year - to race and then stand in Australia, while Racing Welfare's Simone Sear drops in to tell us about the inaugural Wellbeing Conference on November 28th.

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer and columnist Maddy Playle to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world today. They begin with the news of the retirement of Alpinista, and reflect on the Award of Merit given to her owner/breeder Kirsten Rausing at last night's Cartier Awards. They assess some of the other winners at racing's most prestigious ceremony, while TDN's European Editor Emma Berry joins the show to discuss the raft of hefty stallion fees announced over the last 24 hours, including Flightline at $200,000. Nick and Maddy look ahead to Cheltenham, while Nick talks to Gavin Cromwell about the return of his stable star Flooring Porter at the weekend. Paul Moroney tells Nick about the acquisition of Alenquer - nominated for an ROA award this year - to race and then stand in Australia, while Racing Welfare's Simone Sear drops in to tell us about the inaugural Wellbeing Conference on November 28th.

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the news and events from around the racing world. As a 2.5% fractional interest in Flightline was sold to an anonymous bidder at Keeneland last night, they examine whether this is a fair representative value for the horse, what it might mean for his (and others') stud fee, and how quickly the investors may recoup their spend. Keeneland's Ed Prosser describes last night's action. Looking ahead to this weekend's Paddy Power meeting, Nick talks to Evan Williams about his Cheltenham specialist Coole Cody and a potentially intriguing runner in the Greatwood Hurdle. Trevor Stewart tells the fascinating story of his foundation mare Cassandra Go, another of whose descendants Victoria Road gave him another success as a breeder at Keeneland last Friday, while Tote UK CEO Alex Frost talks about sponsoring the ROA awards, the growth of WorldPool and breeding Queens Gamble, who runs at Cheltenham this weekend. Nick and Jonathan also discuss the latest developments in the Irish Media Rights debate and Jockey Club's decision to end their contract with Blenheim Horse Trials.

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the news and events from around the racing world. As a 2.5% fractional interest in Flightline was sold to an anonymous bidder at Keeneland last night, they examine whether this is a fair representative value for the horse, what it might mean for his (and others') stud fee, and how quickly the investors may recoup their spend. Keeneland's Ed Prosser describes last night's action. Looking ahead to this weekend's Paddy Power meeting, Nick talks to Evan Williams about his Cheltenham specialist Coole Cody and a potentially intriguing runner in the Greatwood Hurdle. Trevor Stewart tells the fascinating story of his foundation mare Cassandra Go, another of whose descendants Victoria Road gave him another success as a breeder at Keeneland last Friday, while Tote UK CEO Alex Frost talks about sponsoring the ROA awards, the growth of WorldPool and breeding Queens Gamble, who runs at Cheltenham this weekend. Nick and Jonathan also discuss the latest developments in the Irish Media Rights debate and Jockey Club's decision to end their contract with Blenheim Horse Trials.

Nick back in the hot seat from Australia and joined by Lee Mottershead of the Racing Post, also down under talking all things Melbourne Cup. They bring you the main news that the Chris Waller trained Durston will miss the race after failing his pre race veterinary exam. Plenty to get through in today's pod as we hear from Joe Tizzard on this year's Coral Gold Cup runners and on this weekend's Charlie Hall Chase runner Eldorado Allen. Tom Stanley gives an update from the UK and Ireland with Lydia Hislop and they start with the comments from Willie Mullins on the current gap between race times. Nick catches up with the owner of Breeders' Cup bound Olympiad, Jaime Roth, and also has an update from Wesley Ward with a host of runners next week. And it's sales season so we check in with Goffs Chief Executive Henry Beeby.

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.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world today. Guests today include Ballylinch Stud's John O'Connor, who reveals that both Bayside Boy and Bay Bridge are under strong consideration for the Breeders' Cup, whilst also disclosing that one or both may remain in training next year. Nick also catches up with Iowa trainer Tim Martin, who is taking on racing's Goliaths with his superstar juvenile Tyler's Tribe. Trainer David Simcock talks about his two Australian raiders, Light Infantry and Rodrigo Diaz, while Lee previews the Cox Plate. National Stud's Joe Bradley looks forward to the stallion career of Stradivarius, while Lee discusses the latest personnel developments at Ascot and reflects on yesterday's Cheltenham Festival news.