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Running Loose with Francesca Cumani & Vanessa Ryle

Francesca Cumani & Vanessa Ryle
Horse Racing
Cheltenham Festival
Grand National
Royal Ascot
Old Gold Racing
Constitution Hill
Fashion
Melbourne Cup
Liverpool
National Hunt Racing
Edinburgh Gin
Epsom Derby
Tiger Roll
Rachel Blackmore
Guinness Village
Guineas Festival
Kentucky Derby
Five Live
Tattersalls
Gold Cup

A podcast ‘loosely’ based around horse racing.

Join two leading fillies from the world of Horse racing, ITV Racing host Francesca Cumani, and Sky Sports presenter Vanessa Ryle, for their brilliant new podcast.

Whether you're a die-hard racing fan or just here for the banter, the pair cover everything from turf talk to off-track gossip, plus their real-life fashion disasters.

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Latest Episodes

This week on Running Loose, hosts Francesca Cumani and Vanessa Ryle dive into the strangest rules of Royal Ascot and the Haydock track disaster.

Plus, Vanessa's *very short* list of must-haves for a boyfriend, what Vanessa and Francesca are wearing ... more

The big debate this week centres on TEAM TACTICS in horse racing.

Should trainers with multiple runners be allowed to use team tactics to control a race? Or is horse racing an individual sport where every horse should be running solely on its own me... more

This week on Running Loose, hosts Francesca Cumani and Vanessa Ryle dive into the changing face of the Epsom Derby and its bold new party plans...

Plus, is Michael Owen Cesca's new best friend?! The everyday sayings you didn't know came from horse r... more

Vanessa and Francesca are back with another chaotic episode of Running Loose! From car disasters and therapy revelations to Rivals, the horse with 3,000 owners, and why Aiden O’Brien keeps getting it so right. Apple Away is heading from Perth to Pari... more

Welcome back to Running Loose!

Fresh from another week in British racing, Vanessa unpacks the unique atmosphere that makes Chester one of the maddest weeks in the calendar and how Michael Owen has helped boost its popularity, while Francesca questio... more

Francesca Cumani and Vanessa Ryle preview the 1000 and 2000 Guineas at Newmarket, share the story of Vanessa's epic point-to-point win with Cap Du Mathan, and break down what top stallions (and not just the likes of Frankel and Night of Thunder) real... more

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Francesca Cumani
Host with extensive on-air racing experience and public-facing media presence; frequently discusses racing logistics, broadcasting, and industry insights.
Vanessa Ryle
Host with Sky Sports background; provides behind-the-scenes broadcast perspectives and entertainment-focused commentary on racing and lifestyle topics.

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Flat Out: Francesca's Back to the Day Job | Running Loose Podcast
Q: Any thoughts on recently asked Cheltenham questions or other female commentary opportunities?
They reflect on gender and tone in broadcasting, noting improvements and ongoing traditions, and how commentary style can vary by network and region.
Flat Out: Francesca's Back to the Day Job | Running Loose Podcast
Q: Did you see Viscountess Nelson's race?
They discuss watching the race on their phones, celebrating a close call, and the owner connection while acknowledging the emotional highs of watching a close finish.
I am Blaming You For This... | Running Loose Podcast
Q: What could be done to make broadcasting more engaging for casual racing fans?
Tell deeper, more human stories behind the participants and the horses, and use pacing and feature-focused build-ups to create momentum toward the main race.
How to "do" Cheltenham | Running Loose Podcast
Q: If you could have any other job on the race course, what would it be?
Francesca and Vanessa joke about roles like a bookie and a buggy driver, with Francesca imagining herself as a jockey; they acknowledge entertaining but varied perspectives and emphasize the different day-to-day roles that exist beyond being on-course personalities.
Constitution Hill & Sprinter Sacre Dramas | Running Loose Podcast
Q: How do you cope if somebody swears on air when you're broadcasting?
In England, the consensus is to apologize if a swear word is heard; however, in Australia, the response is more relaxed with no apologies.

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Two hosts bring a casual, banter-filled take on the horse racing world, blending race commentary with behind-the-scenes stories, travel, and fashion. Episodes skew toward industry logistics, festival reporting, and storytelling about broadcasts, sponsorships, and the racing lifestyle, with frequent references to Cheltenham, Tattersalls, and other major circuits. A notable strength is the lighthearted yet insightful dynamic between the hosts, plus regular sponsor integrations that anchor episodes in real-world racing communities. This mix likely appeals to die-hard racing fans who enjoy personal anecdotes and lifestyle angles as much as race analysis, and to listeners seeking entertaining industry perspectives from seasoned broadcasters.

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