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Horse Racing Happy Hour

Louie Rabaut
Horse Racing
Kentucky Derby
Breeders' Cup
Churchill Downs
Del Mar
Santa Anita Park
Kentucky Downs
Keeneland
Saratoga
Santa Anita
Amwager
Laurel Park
Preakness Stakes
Pegasus World Cup
Breeders Cup
Eclipse Awards
Los Alamitos
Oaklawn Park
Ellis Park
Aqueduct

Saddle up to the bar for spirited horse racing talk while enjoying your drink of choice.

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Latest Episodes

The guys are back with another edition of SoCal Saturdays.

The Grade 1 Bing Crosby is the feature.

The guys are back with another edition of BH Monday!

-They start with a live reaction from a soggy Monmouth Park

-Trainer Lindsay Schultz joins after her first Grade 1 win

-Jockey Umberto Rispoli joins to chat Journalism

-Owner Jay Briscione join... more

The guys are back for the opening weekend of Del Mar! Join us each week for SoCal Saturdays, presented by AmWager.

Monmouth Track Announcer Matt Dinerman joins the Happy Hour to discuss the graded stakes on Saturday's Haskell Card.

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Recent Guests

Jay Briscione
Owner/Partner, Atlantic Six Racing
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Episode: BloodHorse Monday 7/20/26 | Baby Vino, Journalism, Book Em Danno
Umberto Risploli
Jockey
Rispoli Racing
Episode: BloodHorse Monday 7/20/26 | Baby Vino, Journalism, Book Em Danno
Lindsay Schultz
Trainer, Baby Vino
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Episode: BloodHorse Monday 7/20/26 | Baby Vino, Journalism, Book Em Danno
Adam Kulger
Founder/CEO of Run Fast Racing
Run Fast Racing
Episode: BloodHorse Monday 6/29/26 | Magnitude wins, Aqueduct shutters
Saffie Joseph Jr.
Trainers on Blood Horse Monday, head of Four Year Stable
Four Year Stable
Episode: BloodHorse Monday 6/22/26 | Saffie Joseph, Jr.
Bill Knauff
President and General Manager of the Maryland Jockey Club
Maryland Jockey Club
Episode: Preakness Intellectual Property Rights | Bill Knauff, Maryland Jockey Club
Byron King
BloodHorse writer and Ohio Derby preview author
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Episode: Ohio Derby Preview | Byron King of BloodHorse
Bob Roberts
Former Plain Dealer racing writer
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Episode: Ohio Derby Preview | Bob Roberts
Steve Asmussen
Trainer of Magnitude and other top horses
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Episode: BloodHorse Monday 6/15/26 | Steve Asmussen

Hosts

Barry Spears
Co-host on Horse Racing Happy Hour
Louie Rabot
Co-host on various episodes; conducts interviews and provides on-site insights
Sean Collins
Co-host; on-site host/reporter; handles Derby coverage and show discussions

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Best there is!

    Been listening for quite some time now. Very knowledgeable, personable, and funny podcast. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian D 34
    United States2 years ago
  • Saddle up to the bar?

    I’d like to point out that one “sidles” up to the bar. Saddling a bar would be most difficult.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Cobb452
    United States5 years ago
  • Phenomenal show

    Louis, Megan, and Big Mike put on a great show every week. Insights, comedy, entertainment and just all around fun. The group makes the listeners feel like they are a part of the show. It’s horse racing, bourbon, and cigars....what’s not to like?? 5star in my book. Look forward to the show every week. Enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike M - TX
    United States6 years ago

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Some enjoy the cross-over with media and industry perspectives; others mention the show feels like time with smart racing friends.
Fans appreciate the mix of in-depth handicapping and storytelling from the racing world.
Listeners praise expertise, humor, and engaging banter.
Guests and hosts are seen as credible and personable, adding trust and entertainment.
A few negative notes point to occasional off-topic moments but still highlight overall value.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BloodHorse Monday 6/29/26 | Magnitude wins, Aqueduct shutters
Q: How does Run Fast Racing plan to engage younger fans with racing ownership?
By offering broad access through low monthly shares, free track entry, an owners box experience with open bar, paddock visits, and direct pay after wins, aiming to democratize ownership and marketing exposure.
BloodHorse Monday 6/29/26 | Magnitude wins, Aqueduct shutters
Q: What stood out most about Magnitude's performance in the Stephen Foster?
Magnitude's combination of speed and adaptability, plus his proven ability to perform on different surfaces, positions him as the leading Classic contender and sets up compelling mid-season Eclipse Award discussions.
Belmont 2026 Preview | Matthew DeSantis
Q: How do we beat a horse like Crude Velocity or Sixby in the Woody Stevens tomorrow?
I'm looking at a pick that includes a horse like Solitude Dude as a value alternative, plus evaluating how the track will play and which horses can sustain a trip that optimizes pace and positioning.
Belmont 2026 Preview | Matthew DeSantis
Q: Okay, Matthew, good morning, how are you guys doing down there? It's a beautiful day up here at the spa.
We're good, excited for a big weekend at Saratoga and to break down the Belmonts. The focus is on finding value and identifying horses with a favorable setup who can beat the obvious favorites.
BloodHorse Monday 6/15/26 | Steve Asmussen
Q: How might the Arlington Million reshaping affect the overall calendar for top older horses?
Moving the Arlington Million earlier widens space from Kentucky Downs and other tracks, potentially rejuvenating the race and encouraging cross-track competition among top turf horses.

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This show centers on practical horse racing discussion with a strong emphasis on handicapping, industry noise, and community banter. Episodes often feature host camaraderie, live race analysis, guest experts from trainers to journalists, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from Derby week, Preakness planning, and racing operations. Listeners presumably range from serious bettors to racing enthusiasts who appreciate approachable, data-driven takes along with accessible entertainment and sponsor-friendly chatter. A notable pattern is the blend of race strategy, ownership perspectives, media coverage, and philanthropic or community angles that give the sport a broader, human dimension.

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1. Horse Racing Radio Network
2. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod
3. The Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast
4. In The Money Media Network
5. Daily Racing Form

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Recent guests on Horse Racing Happy Hour include:

1. Jay Briscione
2. Umberto Risploli
3. Lindsay Schultz
4. Adam Kulger
5. Saffie Joseph Jr.
6. Bill Knauff
7. Byron King
8. Bob Roberts

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