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John Tapp Racing

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Australian Racing
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John Tapp interviews the people who make racing tick.

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Few trainers have had a busier week than Brett Dodson. He left Coffs Harbour on Thursday July 9th with his bonny mare Petticoat who was to start in a BM78 at Randwick two days later. It was a case of so near but yet so far as Petticoat went down by a... more

Almost without exception successful horse trainers are hard workers. There’s a 35 year old Grafton based Mum who’s in accord with the quote made famous by former UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher who said “hard work won’t always get you to the top ... more

Bob and Jenny Vance train a very small team at Ardmore in Auckland but boast a healthy strike rate with a Gr 1 win already on the board. I have vivid recollections of Bob winning the 1993 W.S Cox Plate on The Phantom Chance- the first of five Cox Pla... more

When an Adelaide podcast listener contacted me recently about a potential interview with Glynn Pretty, I couldn’t get things under way quickly enough. In the 60’s and 70’s this man’s reputation was as solid as any top jockey in the nation. He spent a... more

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Bob Vance
Former jockey and trainer, prominent figure in New Zealand racing
Independent jockey and trainer (New Zealand)
Episode: Episode 586: Bob Vance - Star NZ jockey of the 80’s and 90’s now training successfully in partnership with wife Jenny.
Glynn Pretty
South Australian jockey described by Bart Cummings as the best horseman to ride for his stable; inducted into the South Australian Racing Hall of Fame
Former jockey, SA Jockeys Association president, Singapore Racing Hall of Fame inductee
Episode: Episode 585: Glynn Pretty - The South Australian jockey described by Bart Cummings in the 1960’s as the best horseman to ride for his stable.
Michael Wrona
Aussie race caller who built a long career in the United States
Los Alamitos, Santa Anita, Bay Meadows, etc.
Episode: Episode 584: Michael Wrona - Queensland race caller who dared to dream in 1990 still going strong in USA racing.
Brad Rawiller
Jockey with a 32-year career and multiple Group 1 wins
Professional jockey
Episode: Episode 583: Brad Rawiller - A Doomben $10,000 win on a mount he didn’t see coming. He and Rothfire have a lot in common.
Simon Price
Former jockey and special guest
South Australian jockey, referenced with family ties to racing
Episode: Episode 582: Simon Price - South Australia has produced a long line of top jockeys. Simon Price is high on the list.
Coriah Keatings
Australian jockey
Nick Olive stable / Donna Scott mentoring
Episode: Episode 581: Coriah Keatings - One of the new wave of gifted Australian female jockeys
Andrew Gluyas
Head trainer of Macdonald-Gluyas Racing, continuing the Macdonald training legacy
Macdonald-Gluyas Racing / French Cotton Lodge
Episode: Episode 580: Andrew Gluyas - Adelaide trainer continues on where his tutor Leon Macdonald left off.
Willie Shoemaker
Legendary American jockey
Willie Shoemaker Estate / American racing
Episode: Episode 579: A Tribute to Tobin Bronze- A THOROUGHBRED SUPERSTAR OF THE 1960’S. TALENTED, VERSATILE AND AS TOUGH AS NAILS.
David Taggart
Former jockey, now racing radio presenter
Former jockey, SEN Track Radio presenter
Episode: Episode 578: David Taggart

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John Tapp
Host of the show and longtime racing commentator/interviewer with deep ties to Australian racing culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Tappy

    You are brilliant. Regards Dennis

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Great VAIN
    Australiaa year ago
  • Enjoy

    Quality interview, in-depth knowledge, look forward to more to come. Enjoy the variety of people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dasherbet
    Australia4 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Fantastic interviewer and great listening to! Keep it up Tappy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G Cone
    Australia4 years ago
  • Great podcasts

    Just as you were a race caller John, these podcasts are exceptional and in my opinion are what racing people want

    Thanks very much for the obviously great effort you put into each one

    Mick

    Port Huon

    Tasmania

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ex journo 223
    Australia4 years ago
  • Great POD

    My only ask is keep getting more Harness racing people but I still love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pest 2
    Australia4 years ago

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Fans enjoy the broad range of guests from jockeys to trainers and executives.
Many appreciate the nostalgic and historical racing insights.
Listeners praise strong interviewing and deep industry knowledge.

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Episode 586: Bob Vance - Star NZ jockey of the 80’s and 90’s now training successfully in partnership with wife Jenny.
Q: How did you feel during your first major successes, like winning your first big race as a teenager?
I felt an overwhelming mix of nerves and confidence; the first win felt like a launching pad that confirmed I wanted to make a life in racing, even though I was young and not yet sure of the full path ahead.
Episode 584: Michael Wrona - Queensland race caller who dared to dream in 1990 still going strong in USA racing.
Q: What was it like calling major moments like the Arlington Citation Challenge or the Beholder-Songbird stretch duel?
These moments required balance between theatrical, in-race storytelling and precise timing, delivering a sense of emotion while staying true to the race's actual dynamics.
Episode 584: Michael Wrona - Queensland race caller who dared to dream in 1990 still going strong in USA racing.
Q: How did you get the Hollywood Park opportunity and what did it mean for your career?
It was a life-changing moment sparked by Marge Everett's invitation, proving that bold international moves could redefine a career and open doors across the U.S. racing scene.
Episode 582: Simon Price - South Australia has produced a long line of top jockeys. Simon Price is high on the list.
Q: Looking back, what were the most memorable races or horses in your career?
Price recollects Three Crowns in Singapore and Miss Margaret and Cherontessa in Australia as standout campaigns, highlighting how lead-ups and conditions aligned for those wins.
Episode 582: Simon Price - South Australia has produced a long line of top jockeys. Simon Price is high on the list.
Q: What was it like riding in Singapore and how did that change your career?
He shares enjoying the stint in Singapore, staying longer than planned, and the positive impact on his reputation and opportunities back home.

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A long-running interview series that centers on Australian horse racing, featuring candid conversations with jockeys, trainers, owners, and racing industry insiders. Episodes commonly cover career highs and lows, behind-the-scenes stories from tracks and racing operations, personal resilience, mentorship, and the business side of racing, such as syndication and operations. The show often blends vivid race memories with practical insights about training, racing strategy, media life after racing, and the evolving racing landscape. A notable signal is the frequent mix of historic anecdotes and contemporary industry context, which can appeal to both devoted racing fans and professionals seeking insider perspectives.

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Recent guests on John Tapp Racing include:

1. Bob Vance
2. Glynn Pretty
3. Michael Wrona
4. Brad Rawiller
5. Simon Price
6. Coriah Keatings
7. Andrew Gluyas
8. Willie Shoemaker

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