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The Leg Up

TAB Podcasts
Ellerslie
Trentham
Karaka Million
Te Rapa
TAB
Horse Racing
Tauranga
Wellington Cup
Matamata Breeders Stakes
New Zealand
Whanganui
New Zealand Oaks
Champions Day
Legends Day
Taranaki Cup
NZB Kiwi
Thoroughbred Racing
Interpretation
Crouch
Boys Get Paid

Bookies Thad Taylor and Stephen Hunt are joined by Paul Maoate and Brendan Popplewell to try and give punters a leg up and a lead into the biggest races of the weekend. New episodes every Friday!

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We preview the upcoming Thoroughbred Racing at Tauranga on what will be another big weekend of racing.

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We preview the upcoming Thoroughbred Racing at both Ellerslie & Riccarton on what will be another big weekend of racing.

We preview the upcoming Thoroughbred Racing at both Te Rapa & Whanganui on what will be another big weekend of racing.

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We preview the upcoming Thoroughbred Racing at both Ellerslie and Trentham action on what will be another big weekend of racing.

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Recent Guests

Greg O'Connor
Box Seat commentator on thoroughbred racing
Fox/Fox Sports trackside (broadcast team)
Episode: The Leg Up | Tauranga | Preview
Emily Murphy
Interviewer on Karaka Sales Complex segment
Episode: The Leg Up | Wellington Cup (Trentham) & Ellerslie
Leith Innes
Jockey making Leg Up debut
Episode: The Leg Up | Livamol Classic at Ellerslie
Brendan Popplewell
Co-host/guest in studio
Out the Gate team / The Leg Up
Episode: The Leg Up | Ashburton & Otaki
Paul Maoate
Co-host/guest in studio
The Leg Up / TAB
Episode: The Leg Up | Ashburton & Otaki
Paul Barnes
Green Island Grizzlies Rugby Club syndicate manager
Green Island Grizzlies Rugby Club
Episode: The Leg Up | Tauranga & Riccarton
Jane Ivell
Live reporter from Randwick
Episode: The Leg Up | Trentham & Riccarton | 11 April
Aidan Rodley
Horse racing commentator based in Sydney
Episode: The Leg Up | Ellerslie & Whanganui
Matt Davies
Guest analyst from BGP
BGP
Episode: The Leg Up | Trentham 28th March

Hosts

Thaddeus Taylor
Host with racing analysis background, frequently appears in studio discussions and betting-oriented episodes
Stephen Hunt
Co-host and racing analyst, long-standing voice in betting analysis and market commentary
Brendan Popplewell
Guest analyst and racing expert, contributes trackside and market insights
Paul Maoate
Co-host and racing analyst, bookmaker spokesperson, frequent contributor on betting strategies

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • Top Podcast

    Keep it up lads, it’s great stuff! Particularly enjoy the speed map and standard times/lengths information and analysis that’s not as readily available, as well as the market information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim Gavigan
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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The banter and promos read as engaging without overpowering racing discussion.
Listeners praise practical betting tips and market-focused analysis.
Regular guests bring valuable regional insights and form knowledge.

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The Leg Up | Tauranga & Riccarton
Q: Who are the top contenders for Tauranga Classic according to the panel?
Lux Libertas and Midnight Scandal were highlighted as the leading chances, with TriStar and Grongello also noted as potential challengers depending on track conditions and barrier draws.
The Leg Up | Ellerslie & Whanganui
Q: How did recent performances influence betting strategies?
Recent performances showed solid horses with strong form lines, leading to various picks for upcoming races based on market moves and past results.
The Leg Up | Ellerslie & Whanganui
Q: What can you tell us about the horses leading into the AJC Derby?
The horses including Willie do it are reported to be in great order, and everyone involved feels positive about their chances.

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A fast-paced, betting-focused racing show that breaks down upcoming NZ thoroughbred cards with a race-by-race lens, weather and track conditions, and market moves. Regular hosts and guests offer practical wagering angles, multi-race plays, and promos designed to help punters navigate weekend cards. Notable is the frequent collaboration between a core group of racing analysts and bookmakers, plus recurring guest experts who provide regional insights and hands-on betting perspectives. The format blends technical form analysis with banter and promo reads, making it a practical guide for serious punters and industry listeners alike.

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The Leg Up launched 8 years ago and published 263 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 The Leg Up include:

1. Greg O'Connor
2. Emily Murphy
3. Leith Innes
4. Brendan Popplewell
5. Paul Maoate
6. Paul Barnes
7. Jane Ivell
8. Aidan Rodley

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