Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world today, continuing the build up to this weekend's Derby. They are joined by Jockey Club Nevin Truesdale, who seeks to reassure racegoers ahead of the proposed protests on Saturday. Also on today's show, Donnacha O'Brien talks about Derby hope Alder, owner Paul Humphreys lives another Classic dream with Caernarfon, Peter Schiergen discusses German Coronation Cup hopeful Tunnes with Liz Price, breeder Shane Molan tells Nick about producing an Oaks and Derby runner in Bright Diamond and Waipiro, while JA McGrath brings you the latest from Hong Kong.

Ep 753 - Epsom bosses "defiant" in face of Derby threat

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Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They digest the Irish Derby and racing from the Curragh in the company of 100-times Classic winning trainer Aidan O'Brien, hear from retired rider Shane Crosse, get the thoughts of Richard Hughes on Northumberland Plate winner Call the Wind, and get the lowdown on the heritage of Eclipse hopeful Anmaat from breeder Derek Veitch of Ringfort Stud. Plus, Aidan tells Nick that Paddington is "very possible" for the Sandown showpiece, while Nick and Jane discuss the retirement of Martin Dwyer, the IHRB media performances over the weekend, and much more.

Ep 777 - Who is the real Rodin?

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They lead with Saturday's Irish Oaks, and are joined by trainer Ralph Beckett who confirms that Bluestocking will take on the home team with Colin Keane aboard. Also on today's show, Shadwell's Angus Gold brings news of Al Asifah, Hukum, Al Husun, Mostahdaf and - most importantly, Anmaat, who - according to Gold - has incurred an injury that will likely keep him sidelined at least until the end of the year. We hear from Coolomore's Tom Magnier, who reflects on Justify's weekend moments after the stallion touched down in Australia. Later in the show, Nick is joined by US Radio host Steve Byk, who reflects on the opening days of the Saratoga meet and the impending closure of Golden Gate Fields, while Belinda Strudwick of Ballygallon Stud is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Ep 788 - Ralph vs The Lads

Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to discuss the latest news from around the racing world today. First up, Tom Marquand calls the show from last night's fixture at Ripon to respond to the position on saunas set out by RCA Chair Wilf walsh on yesterday's episode. Nick and Rishi debate the contributions they have heard on the issue this week, before moving on to discuss the Phoenix Stakes at the Curragh this weekend, with news from Ballydoyle and also an interview with Amo Racing's Tom Pennington, who also has news of King of Steel. JockeyCam founder Nathan Horrocks joins the show to discuss how new technologies can be incorporated into broadcast in the wake of Racing Victoria CEO Andrew Jones's remarks about mic'ing up jockeys, while Fred Motley gives us the lowdown on entries for British Champions Day, as released yesterday.

Ep 804 - Marquand: Treat us like Grown-Ups

Tom in for Nick and joined by Newsboy of the Daily Mirror David Yates. We start with reflection on yesterday’s inaugural BHA media briefing where three main topics were covered. Dave picks out his key takeaways and argues that affordability checks could provide a big win for the legislature and provide them with a huge vote of confidence. With York’s Ebor meeting on the horizon we hear from trainer Ralph Beckett on his likely team with Bluestocking by no means certain to run in the Yorkshire Oaks. Owner breeder Philippa Cooper joins us to look ahead to Sweet William hopefully getting into the Sky Bet Ebor. And Karl Burke is along to assess his likely York team and also look to Elite Status’s run in the Group 1 Prix Morny on Sunday.

Ep 810 - Affordability checks chance for BHA big win

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to cast a glance over the latest news and events from around the racing world today. They are joined first by powerful owner and AMO racing supremo Kia Joorabchian who, in an occasionally tense exchange, tells Nick why he has parted ways with jockey Kevin Stott after his high profile ride on King of Steel at the weekend. Also on today's show, Nick and Dave review all the ICF Talking Points, examine the Arc Trials and look ahead to the St Leger. Julie Camacho updates us on Shaquille after his Haydock flop, Joe Foley reacts to the homebred success of Fallen Angel in the Moyglare, while Mark Taylor of Taylor Made looks forward to his huge consignment at the Keeneland September Sale, beginning today.

Ep 827 - Joorabchian explains Stott departure

This morning Nick is coming from Scotland and from the yard of dual Grand National winning trainer Lucinda Russell and she runs through some of her most exciting horses for the season.
Will Woodhams of Fitzdares talks affordability checks and Lee Mottershead shares his opinions on these as well as bringing us the latest from Australia with updates on the international challengers.
Charlotte Greenway is currently in Newmarket at Tattersalls Book 1 and catches up with Jane Mangan as well at Trevor Stewart, breeder of yesterday's top lot.

Ep 844 - Is Racing really 'Toast'?

Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to cast an eye over all the world's major racing stories. They begin with news of injured rider Graham Lee. Also on today's show, Aidan O'Brien tells us why Auguste Rodin has been kept in training at four, Nick and Rishi bring you further news on the Milton Harris case, the result of the Harry Bentley hearing plus they review the action from the UK and Ireland over the weekend. Aintree Head of Racing Sulekha Varma responds to questions over low sun and fence height in the wake of Saturday's Grand Sefton. Later in the show, Nick is joined by Michael Guerin to assess whether NZ star Imperatriz will make Royal Ascot next year, while Jay Privman gives a precis of and verdict on  last night's CBS "60-Minutes" segment on the sport's challenges. Noel George reflects on the victory of Il Est Francais at Auteuil, while Ed Harper looks forward to the Tattersalls foal sale and the Sceptre sessions.

Ep 873 - Auguste Rodin stays in training

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They lead with the news that Shishkin would almost certainly take up his engagement at Ascot this weekend in preference to Haydock. With news the former CEO Paul Struthers would return to his role at the Professional Jockeys' Association, senior rider and board member Neil Callan gives his approval in a typically forthright interview. Also on today's show, Aidan Coleman talks Jonbon and his own long road to recovery, owner/breeder David Blunt reflects on the triumph of Group One winner Poptronic, now bound for the Sceptre sessions, while Guillaume Vitse from Normandie Breeding is this week's Weatherbys guest.

Ep 879 - Callan and Coleman smiling through the pain

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to look at the latest news from around the racing world today. With the Grand National entries released, Nick talks to Gordon Elliott, who has no fewer than 26 of the long range engagements. Elliott advocates for multiple entries, talks about the Mullins dominance of the DRF, and reflects on yesterday's dispersal sale. Also on today's show, agent Tessa Greatrex also looks back on goings on at Fairyhouse yesterday as she stepped in for some high profile purchases, while trainer Ben Pauling and Newbury Clerk George Hill look ahead to this weekend, and Timeform's Dan Barber offers perspective on the performances of Ballyburn and others at the DRF. Frank Dorff from Gestut Röttgen is the Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Ep 827 - Joorabchian explains Stott departure

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