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Jk + 1 is a horse racing talk show unlike any other. Hosted by In the Money Media founder and Fox Sports analyst Jonathon Kinchen, JK + 1 takes you deep inside the lives of the people who make the sport of horse racing tick: from professional horseplayers to Grade 1 winning owners, jockeys, trainers, and bloodstock agents, as well as candid chats with his fellow media members. JK covers everything... more

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Latest Episodes

JK, Rich, and ATM talk Grade 1 winner R Disaster, Rich's Black-Eyed Susan win with My Miss Mo, how they met, the craps table, and more!

JK talks with the Hennegan Brothers about UNBRIDLED, a first-of-its-kind vertical docuseries from America’s Best Racing. Real horses, real people, real stakes...60–90 second episodes capturing the road to the 2026 Kentucky Derby!

JK and JK talk about John's career as a trainer, Thunder Gulch, Bar of Gold, his best 2yo you never heard of, and the hilarious story behind Lover John?!

JK and Duke sit down for part two of his legendary appearance in Episode 3 (#1 Downloaded Podcast in ITM History). We talk CAWs, the good ole days, handicapping angles, DukePicks.com, "How do you like me now, Joe!", and more...

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Anthony Mattera
Part owner in R Disaster
R Disaster partnership
Episode: JK + 1 - Ep 119 - Anthony Mattera & Rich Averill
Rich Averill
Part owner in R Disaster
R Disaster partnership
Episode: JK + 1 - Ep 119 - Anthony Mattera & Rich Averill
Brad Hennegan
Hennegan Brother, co-creator of Unbridled
Hennegan Brothers / ABR collaboration
Episode: JK + 1 - Ep 118 - Hennegan Brothers "UNBRIDLED"
Jon Hennegan
Hennegan Brother, co-creator of Unbridled
Hennegan Brothers / ABR collaboration
Episode: JK + 1 - Ep 118 - Hennegan Brothers "UNBRIDLED"
John Kimmel
Veteran horse trainer and bloodstock professional
Independent Horse Trainer / Bloodstock Agent
Episode: JK + 1 - Ep 117 - John Kimmel
Duke Matisse
Professional horseplayer and analyst
Episode: JK + 1 - Ep 116 - Duke Matties (New)
Whit Beckman
An emerging horse trainer with a family background in equine veterinary work and horse racing.
Episode: JK + 1 - Ep 114 - Whit Beckman
John Ortiz
Trainer and member of the Ortiz Racing team
Episode: JK + 1 - Ep 112 - John Ortiz
Flavian Pratt
Professional jockey with a successful racing career in the United States.
Episode: JK + 1 - Ep 111 - Flavian Prat

Host

Jonathon Kinchen
Host of JK + 1; founder of In the Money Media; Fox Sports analyst.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Mike Maloney

    All the episodes are really good but the Mike Maloney one was great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chisox26
    United States8 months ago
  • JK + 1

    These interviews, or more precisely, conversations, are for the most part very entertaining. But they are also informative and often hit on important topics. They are often hilarious, think Angel Cordero, serious, think the mental health episode with Richie and Lafitte, but most, if not all, are simply chock full of insights, behind the scenes activities, wonderful and funny stories stories from people from all aspects of the industry, and great handicapping strategies. All horse racing fans sho... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jbeck24601
    United States2 years ago
  • Lotsa fun with some learning thrown in

    Great guests that span the entertaining to the educational. There is no better listening while driving to Lexington for Keenland or just to visit my alma mater. Love the conversational style. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BourboninMay
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    I love listening to this podcast, JK knows how to keep the interviews interesting, with great information and anecdotes. Keep the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frauded gambler
    United States2 years ago
  • Baffert and Romans

    Out on the deck at night with my dogs, a tumbler or six of rye and three hours of Baffert and Romans. Good nights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marklaker
    United States3 years ago

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Guests consistently bring high-quality stories and practical handicapping or racing industry insights.
The interviews are both funny and insightful, appealing to hardcore fans and casual listeners alike.
Listeners praise the mix of entertaining and informative conversations and the behind-the-scenes racing anecdotes.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

JK + 1 - Ep 118 - Hennegan Brothers "UNBRIDLED"
Q: What are some memorable storylines or moments you're excited for audiences to see, and how many episodes are out now?
They highlight the Fountain of Youth and Winter Circle moments with the Ortiz family as a favorite, mention about 50-60 episodes already created with more in production, and stress that viewers can binge multiple installments on TikTok, ABR, YouTube Shorts, and other platforms.
JK + 1 - Ep 118 - Hennegan Brothers "UNBRIDLED"
Q: What sparked the idea for the Unbridled vertical docu-series and how does it differ from traditional racing content?
They describe studying Asian micro-dramas and recognizing a hunger for quick, character-driven stories, which led them to produce short 60-90 second episodes shot vertically to fit mobile consumption and emphasize cliffhangers and personality over lengthier, traditional sports coverage.
JK + 1 - Ep 114 - Whit Beckman
Q: What are your goals with your stable in the next two to three years?
Beckman aims to win another Derby and maximize each horse's potential.
JK + 1 - Ep 114 - Whit Beckman
Q: What was it like getting horses like Anna Marie into the Derby?
Beckman describes it as a dream come true, emphasizing the significance of the Derby in Louisville's culture.
JK + 1 - Ep 114 - Whit Beckman
Q: How often do you call on your parents for ideas and conversations about your stable?
Beckman discusses how he relies on his parents for their experiences, especially his father's veterinary expertise.

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A candid, deeply insider look at horse racing through conversations with owners, trainers, jockeys, bettors, and media figures. Episodes span ownership politics, race strategy, training insights, and evolving storytelling formats, often pairing long-tenured industry veterans with rising voices. Notable for its mix of hard industry pragmatism, personal anecdotes, and a willingness to cover both the highs of Grade 1 pursuit and the everyday hustle of the racing world; the show frequently highlights partnerships, technology shifts in betting, and efforts to engage younger audiences while preserving racing's history.

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1. The Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast
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3. Rail Talk Podcast
4. In The Money Players' Podcast
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JK + 1 launched 6 years ago and published 118 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on JK + 1 include:

1. Anthony Mattera
2. Rich Averill
3. Brad Hennegan
4. Jon Hennegan
5. John Kimmel
6. Duke Matisse
7. Whit Beckman
8. John Ortiz

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