Straight Talk - The Straight
The Straight Media Pty LtdA regular podcast from Bren O’Brien and Tim Rowe from The Straight, Australia’s most respected independent thoroughbred publication, covering off the biggest issues in the racing, breeding and wagering industries,
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Sports NewsNews | |||
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Sam Doran joins The Straight's managing editor Bren O'Brien.
This week, we're discussing one of racing's biggest long-term challenges: attracting talented people into the industry and ensuring they can build lasting careers once they get there.
We'... more
This week, the prospect of a blockbuster champion-versus-champion showdown takes another twist, with both Sydney and Melbourne pushing their case to host a clash between Autumn Glow, Ka Ying Rising and potentially Sheza Alibi.
We'll also examine a b... more
This week’s Straight Talk examined major racing reform developments in New South Wales and New Zealand, with both jurisdictions facing significant governance changes and industry scrutiny.
Tim and Bren also reviewed Stallion Parade weekend in the Hu... more
This week marks a landmark moment for Australian wagering reform, with the federal parliament passing key changes to advertising restrictions.
We'll also examine the growing list of challenges confronting Entain, from the expanding Fast Code class a... more
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Apple Podcasts | #38 | Australia/News/Sports News |
Apple Podcasts | #21 |  New Zealand/News/Sports News |
Apple Podcasts | #32 |  Hong Kong/News/Sports News |
Apple Podcasts | #57 |  Ireland/News/Sports News |
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The show offers in-depth, industry-wide discussion of Australia's thoroughbred scene, focusing on governance, wagering reforms, bloodstock, sales dynamics, and racing infrastructure. Episodes often pair fast-moving headlines with long-form interviews from top trainers, breeders, and industry executives, delivering practical context on policy, market shifts, and strategic decisions impacting clubs, owners, and operators. A standout element is the regular inclusion of high-profile guests who illuminate both the commercial and governance sides of racing, making it a valuable resource for professionals navigating this complex ecosystem.
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Straight Talk launched 2 years ago and published 100 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 Straight Talk include:
1. Ben Scarf
2. John Messara
3. Michael Guerin
4. Sam Pritchard-Gordon
5. Chris Waller
6. Tom Moore
7. Kylie Rogers
8. Anthony Mithen
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