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The Ron Flatter Racing Pod

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Horse Racing
Kentucky Derby
Breeders' Cup
Saratoga
Belmont Stakes
Preakness Stakes
Journalism
Horse Racing Nation
Bob Baffert
Sovereignty
Gulfstream Park
Del Mar
Forever Young
Churchill Downs
Computer-Assisted Wagering
Sierra Leone
Triple Crown
Diana Stakes
Pegasus World Cup
Fierceness

Featuring handicapping tips and insight from insiders, the Ron Flatter Racing Pod is posted every Friday morning via HorseRacingNation.com. Check out the interviews with owners, trainers, jockeys, racing journalists, handicappers and celebrities. The pod is hosted by HRN managing editor Ron Flatter, who has been covering horse racing around the world for more than 35 years.

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Latest Episodes

The brewing scandal over the leak of private veterinary information from a federal-government portal is the subject of this pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod.

Equine-law attorney Craig Robertson, technology expert Bill Blanchard and Hors... more

The 167th running of the King's Plate opens the 2026 Canada Triple Crown. That and developments with the Fair Hill 5 are the main topics this week on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod.

Woodbine TV analyst Elissa Blowe checks in from Toronto to talk about... more

In a brewing scandal, a suspicious pattern emerged from races Sunday that put the spotlight on five horses who trained this summer at Fair Hill Training Center in Maryland. The details are examined in this special pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Ra... more

The Grade 1, $1 million Whitney Stakes this weekend at Saratoga and the introduction of a new 3-year-old series that excludes the Preakness Stakes are the talk of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod.

Acacia Clément from Fox Sports and the New York Racing A... more

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Recent Guests

Elissa Blowe
Handicapping analyst for Woodbine TV
Woodbine TV
Episode: S9E48: King's Plate & Fair Hill 5
Josie Carroll
Hall of Fame trainer, trainer of Luster
Josie Carroll (trainer)
Episode: S9E48: King's Plate & Fair Hill 5
Doug Salvatore
Handicapper with extensive experience in horse racing
Episode: S9E47: Pop-up to examine the Fair Hill 5
Acacia Clement
NYRA TV analyst
New York Racing Association (NYRA)
Episode: S9E46: Whitney & is it the Double Crown?
Jonathan Green
Host of Rail Talk with Joe Bianca
Podcast host
Episode: S9E46: Whitney & is it the Double Crown?
Ted Nicholson
Vice President of Racing at Kentucky Downs
Kentucky Downs
Episode: S9E45: Topical trio: Million, Saratoga & $5 minimums
Megan Devine
Paddock reporter for Colonial Downs
Colonial Downs / HRN
Episode: S9E45: Topical trio: Million, Saratoga & $5 minimums
Josh Rubinstein
President of the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
Episode: S9E44: San Diego compadres
Dick Jerardi
Former Philadelphia Daily News writer, Parks TV presence
Horse Racing Nation/Parks TV
Episode: S9E43: Live again for the Haskell

Hosts

Ron Flatter
Host of The Ron Flatter Racing Pod
John Cherwa
Co-host and Los Angeles Times columnist
Keith Nelson
Co-host/analyst and racing figure

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Great variety

    Ron’s knowledge, journalism experience, and sense of humor are so keen. Love the interviews and the quirky features, like playing recordings of old race calls and talking about the history, him and friends recounting adventures and memories from so many races and tracks. Previews of upcoming races always feature a great guest or handicapper. Really enjoy every bit of it!

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    AdventuresofSeizetheGreycomic
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must listen before any big race

    High off the 2/9 exacta win at the Preakness. I have to recommend the show that made the case for it. Well done, gents

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    @carljunior
    United Statesa year ago
  • Escape

    I follow horse racing to escape the world, not for woke politics

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hhhhsosgedb
    United States2 years ago
  • Great

    I really enjoyed listening to your podcast every time you post . Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Somalian Samurai
    United States3 years ago
  • Ehhh

    No Saudi Cup info……. You don’t k like the regime, yawn. Probably cause you no nothing about international racing. If it ain’t Derby you know nothing about it. So you are ok with Soros’ SF racing? All the destruction that guy has done. We are fine with the money the Saudi’s and Emirate’s spend in Kentucky but we want to to be holier than tho on their races. We are fine with Wal mart exploitation of workers in China and still talk about the Rams, Broncos, Avalanche and Nuggets. Ok!

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    saltattack
    United States3 years ago

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Fans appreciate long-form conversations and behind-the-scenes industry context.
The show is lauded for actionable handicapping angles and practical race strategy.
Listeners praise the host's depth of knowledge and interviews with top insiders.
Some feedback notes include a dislike for perceived political or international focus by a few episodes.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S9E46: Whitney & is it the Double Crown?
Q: What's Acacia's take on Nitrogen as a Whitney contender against the boys?
Acacia explains Nitrogen's proven versatility, her recent form, and the confidence in Mark Casse's plan to run her in a prestigious race against older males, while acknowledging the depth of the field and the need for a strong performance to validate her abilities.
S9E43: Live again for the Haskell
Q: What makes the Haskell particularly interesting this year?
The race features a mix of proven older performers and rising three-year-olds, with no obvious dominant favorite, which should produce a competitive, strategical contest.
S9E33: A Laurel and hearty Preakness
Q: What do you think about the Cherwa plan to force Derby winners to run in the Preakness if three veterinarians say they're fit?
The hosts discuss the plan as an interesting but potentially impractical idea, noting that forcing Derby winners into the Preakness could undermine the Derby and the event's integrity, and highlight legal, financial, and ethical concerns.
S9E30: Kentucky Derby stars & mystery guest
Q: What is your assignment for NBC during Derby weekend?
Steve Kornacki explains using a big-board to surface stats and historical angles that may resonate with viewers, offering offbeat but potentially useful insights about the field.
S9E31: What do you mean he's not going?
Q: What are the main arguments for and against forcing horses to run in the Preakness if they win the Derby?
Proponents argue it preserves the Triple Crown and tradition, while opponents claim it can endanger the horse's health and may not be in the horse's best interest; a balanced view suggests flexibility depending on horse condition and field quality.

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The show focuses on insider perspectives from the horse racing world, blending practical handicapping tips with behind-the-scenes industry insights. Episodes frequently feature trainers, jockeys, journalists, and media personalities, alongside technology and data-driven betting angles. A standout trait is the host's willingness to mix tactical race analysis with industry governance, sponsorship, and media shifts, often threading personal stories and regional racing dynamics into the Derby and Preakness narratives. Listeners get a steady stream of actionable betting angles, race strategy discussions, and a candid look at how racing business and media are evolving. This combination makes it a strong fit for bettors, racing professionals, and ... more

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