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Bex and Dan from Fun Kids learn all about the future of Britain's railways, from signals to trains and tracks, and highways, from roads to traffic flows. This is a podcast from the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids.
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Whether they were Grade 1 winners on the track or never broke their maiden, all horses have their own story to tell off the track. Hear from the people who gave them their second careers, and how they made it from the track to their homes and hearts. This is how Thoroughbreds win off track. Brought to you by the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. To make a gift, simply visit trfinc.org/offtrack
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We know that not every horse was meant to be a champion on the track. But sometimes you find a Thoroughbred that is meant to be a champion in another sport. Enter Lainey Ashker, five-star eventing and professional dressage rider, who has plucked two geldings from obscurity and turned them into eventing machines. Anthony Patch (Al) is deathly afraid…
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From gamblers to exercise riders to former trainer and Hall of Famer Bill Mott, they all have asked or told me their own stories about Ninety One Assault, aka Boo. So, we had to do an episode about him, right? This is his story from gangly young racehorse to Louisiana bred champ to OTTB.De către In the Money Media
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For seven racing seasons we watched the fiery, sometimes cantankerous, chestnut gelding named Whitmore blitz down the racetrack. We all cheered him on as he finally got his Breeder's Cup win in his fourth try at the ripe age of seven. But did you know that when he came to the track as a two year old it took him nearly two months to be able to just …
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When I began Off Track, I described it as a personal passion project. It is my way of expressing the impact that Thoroughbreds have had on my life and how much they've done for me. This podcast has allowed me to tell so many other people's unique stories with OTTB's that I hope they've inspired others to become involved with former racehorses in on…
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Lindy Gutman is living proof that the Off Track Thoroughbred community is one of most supportive, encouraging, and energetic horse communities there are. And why wouldn't she be? When you own a horse like Talk Show Man, who was a rock star on the track and off the track, you make sure he has a fan following.…
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Their relationship began long before he was born. Having worked with his Dam Unspurned as a yearling, Natalie Voss, vowed to meet her first foal and someday make him hers. And while Underscore's (aka Blueberry) days on the track were relatively unproductive, he is more than making up for it now with Natalie in the show ring.…
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For Tim Lanahan, the race track has always been a constant. Whether it was going to Saratoga as a fan when he was young, or photographing the stars of the game for the Bloodhorse, he has always been connected in one way or another. But riding is where he found true happiness. Yet finding a horse to become his own, took a Hall of Famer. Enter former…
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Bob Edwards' e Five Racing Thoroughbreds has seen enormous success in only six years with multiple Breeders Cup wins, countless graded stakes victories, and over 10 million in earnings. But the real push to get into the racing business came from daughter Cassidy, who has always loved horses, but her passion for Thoroughbreds goes beyond the track. …
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As the saying goes, home is where the heart is. But for Kelsey Riley, International Editor for the Thoroughbred Daily News, home is where "Morris" is. Kelsey's passion for Thoroughbreds and racing was cultivated at Sovereign Award winning owner and breeder Gus Schickedanz Schonberg Farm, where the first foal that she ever helped bring into the worl…
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Konni Harrison got the call that no one from the track ever wants to get... "Do you remember Pleasant Italian?" "Yes of course, the 18 hand goofball that used to walk to the track on his hindlegs when I galloped him." "Good, because if you don't get him him, he's likely heading to slaughter" Of course Konni stepped up and rescued "Magnum", but seve…
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From winning a stake in his second start as a maiden to competing at a recognized show after only being off the track for four months, Blindwillie McTell has always been an over achiever. But TDN writer Christie DeBernardis refers to him has the ultimate sweetheart, as she has ensured "Willie" an active second career, much like many other former Li…
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Monroe's Music, aka Louie, has life figured out. Despite being beautifully bred, he knew the racetrack wasn't for him. He enjoyed being a hunter for a brief time, but he gave that up for a life of leisure and Swedish Fish. Hear his story from his "mom", Shelly Ferrall, who says she would let him live in the house if he was smaller.…
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As the old saying goes at the racetrack "you start as a hot walker and you end as a hot walker", and Danielle Montgomery has probably done everything in between. In her current role as the program director of PATHA's Turning for Home, she has found homes and second careers for over 3,200 horses. But one horse found his way to her farm and straight …
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Jazz Napravnik dominated the Retired Racehorse Project. She won the People's Choice award and was crowned the champion in eventing. Of course many people knew of her Pennsylvania bred millionaire, Page McKenney for his merits on the race track, but it was her modest Maryland bred, Legends Hope that stole the show. Listen as Jazz eloquently takes us…
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"Into the Great Wide Open" may be a great rock song but Great Wide Open, aka "Tom" is a rock star of an OTTB (and he was a pretty darn good racehorse too). And even though his now owner and rider Jamie Hernandez is a third generation racetracker, this is her first foray into the world of re-training an ex-racehorse. Hear how their adventure is goin…
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For Dr. Carleigh Fedorka there is very little left to accomplish in the equestrian world (although in her eyes there is still a laundry list of milestones that need to be checked off). Formerly a breeding stable manager, she has written manuscripts on the reproduction of Thoroughbreds, and has opened her own retraining and sport horse business, Sew…
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More often than not, things in the world of horse racing come full circle. That couldn’t be more true for Kirsten Fada and Inked. A horse Kirsten was apart of purchasing and naming as a yearling, was claimed away as a three year old and ended up running on the Wyoming fair circuit. Life for Inked did not look particularly promising. But in a twist …
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Two former stakes winners, plus three OTTB loving women, plus wine and cheese, equals adult pony club. At least that is what Alysse dubbed it. Hear how Bertle kicked Brittney when they first met, Alysse's spot on impressions of Mike Repole and Todd Pletcher, how the name Notacatbutallama came to be, and so much more.…
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Remember watching the 2019 Preakness when Bodexpress dropped John Velazquez at the start and ran lose wreaking havoc on the track? And then the valiant catch by the female outrider? That was the mighty talented horsewoman Kaymarie Kreidel, who uses all OTTB's as her outriding mounts, but the horse who stole her heart was the high flying Trey Bear.…
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He likes Pop Tarts and Sour Patch Kids. He loves long walks on the beach and has a strong aversion to ground poles. And for a night on the town, be prepared to do cheap shots and sing pop punk songs on karaoke (using anthropomorphism here). Sounds like your kind of horse? Well for Jessica Paquette he is absolutely perfect. This is the story of What…
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Although her father, Daniel Conway, is a trainer, Katie Conway was in no way an experienced rider when she decided to give her stable favorite, Regal Slam, a career off the track. The leap of faith created an unbreakable bond between woman and horse, and instilled in Katie a passion for OTTB's.De către In the Money Media
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What do you do when a horse makes you a millionare with one win? You claim them of course. Or at least that is what Michael Beychok did after Glorious Dancer got up by a nose and won him the National Handicapping Challenge, a million dollars, and an Eclipse award. Hear how he paid it back to her and continues to strive to make the game better and s…
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He went from running third in the 2008 Preakness to being corwned the first America;s Most Wanted Thoroughbred in 2014. Campaigned for six seasons on the track by Graham Motion with eranings close to $600K, he then went on the a second career with dual gold Olympian and event rider Phillip Dutton. And he has a fan club. This is the story of Icabad …
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In one of WWM's most heated debates, the hosts argue their stance on race, protests, riots, and the current state of America today. Follow along as hosts D'Adonis, Truax, and Jeremy try find the answer to the question that everyone is asking: What's With Millennials? Have a question you want asked on air? Send your question to: wwmPodcast@gmail.com…
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With COVID still peering its ugly head. The boys question if people are benefitting from Social Media through the lack of social interacting through Social Distancing. Follow along as hosts D'Adonis and Truax try find the answer to the question that everyone is asking: What's With Millennials? Have a question you want asked on air? Send your questi…
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Robert Pattinson not exercising during his downtime, Ruby Rose out as Batwoman... Does this spell trouble for the caped crusader? Is Batman even a SUPER hero? Follow along as hosts D'Adonis and Truax question the essence of Batman and try find the answer to the question that everyone is asking: What's With Millennials? Have a question you want aske…
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More senseless brutality against African Americans with the murder of Ahmaud Arbery is inspected by our hosts on this episode, along with the indie film "Plandemic"which claims that COVID-19 is a hoax!? Follow along as hosts D'Adonis and Truax wander deep into conspiracy theory territory and try find the answer to the question that everyone is aski…
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With the world on lockdown and still no end in sight, hosts D'Adonis and Truax are back at it again and question if we have the right to protest the lockdown regulations and how they have been effected by the pandemic. D'Adonis and Truax try find the answer to the question that everyone is asking: What's With Millennials? Have a question you want a…
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There are lots of signs and markers to keep us safe when around the railway, including on the platform at railway stations. Cousin Callum seems determined to break the rules, and Ella and Jack have to warn him of the dangers… Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Train yards and sidings can be interesting places, especially if you are fond of railways. But when Sienna wanted to take a closer look, Ella and Jack had to remind her of the dangers even though the trains aren’t moving. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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It’s blackberry season and Nan’s making her famous jam. Ella and Jack are helping her pick fruit in a nearby wood. They find out that even adults like Gran can learn a few things about safety around railways… Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Jack and Ella have started a new school which means a new route home - past a freight yard. They find out that not all kids are as careful as they are, when it comes to safety around the tracks. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Ella and Jack are on holiday at a caravan park. It’s fun making friends and that includes four-legged ones! But when Max the dog runs off, they nearly put themselves in danger. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către Fun Kids
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Lots of people like their gadgets, and adults especially love their mobile phones. When Dad drops his phone from the station platform, Ella and Jack have to stop him putting himself in danger. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către Fun Kids
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Ella and Jack are playing outside with their friends and having such a good time that Sienna forgets the rules about safety near railways. Luckily Jack sees her in time to stop her putting herself in danger. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Jack and Ella call themselves the Track Pack. They know how to stay safe around the railways – but not everyone does! One day they manage to teach their Uncle Dave a thing or two. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către Fun Kids
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