Aces Up the Sleeve

Jared and Pati sit down with guest Kevin Noltemeyer, the farm manager and head trainer of Silver Springs Training in Lexington. They get into early training, thoughts on HISA, and Kevin stirs the pot with his answer for "You're King of Racing for a day, what do you change?". 

Pati and fellow photographer Casey Laughter sit down to chat a bit about what it takes to capture some of your favorite pictures. Come rain or shine, oppressive heat or 15 feet of snow, the photographers are out there to get those moments on camera. Jared also has a few questions towards the end about some of the differences between full-frame and constricted cameras. 

Jared and Pati sit down to chat amongst themselves about Turfway Park, its history, the changes happening, and what it means for the syndicate. It's also as good a time as any to take a moment and reminisce about their first experiences (or favorite ones!) at the track before and after its remodel. 

In part two of what turned into a recording marathon, Jared and Pati sit down to preview Breeders' Cup World Championships action scheduled for Saturday at Santa Anita Park. This is the Classic, Distaff, Mile, Turf, and everything in between. It is a hefty episode, so make sure you've got some water and a snack prepared!

In what turned into a recording marathon, Jared and Pati sit down for a special two-episode preview of the Breeders' Cup World Championships action scheduled for this Friday and Saturday at Santa Anita Park. It's a doozy, so make sure you've got some water and a snack prepared! This episode profiles the juvenile action on the Friday card. 

Jared and Pati sit down with longtime partner Dana Dougherty Evans to chat about her experiences with PAR as well as discuss some of her best memories as a racehorse owner. 

Better than many holidays, it's truly the greatest time of the year: Pocket Aces Racing open house! Set for October 21 (details on the social media handles if you need them in writing), Jared and Pati talk about who will be presented as well as discuss some of the unique opportunities presented to partners and fans to meet the people behind the scenes who truly do all the hard work turning the fab...

Jared and Pati sit down to talk about the experience that is Keeneland. From its nonprofit origins (and continued nonprofit operations) to the very land the track and surrounding structures sit on, it's everything Kentuckians talk it up to be. Enjoy this tidbit and a trip down Pocket Aces Racing memory lane before the autumn meet kicks off on Friday!

Jared, Marc, and Pati sit down to talk about the syndicate's newest acquisitions from the 2023 Keeneland September Sale. Find out what Marc saw in all six prospects and some background information on the filly that made us wait all day for her.

Jared and conditioner Ethan West sit down to talk about his operation, how he got started, and why spicy red-head mares are some of the best runners. They also discuss what Ethan would change about the industry in the "King for a Day" question you've all come to know and love. 

It's here! The grandaddy of ALL yearling sales has arrived: Keeneland September 2023. We look forward to this auction every year and the crew sits down to talk about their expectations for the sale that promises to surprise...like it does every year.

Jared and Brendan Walsh sit down to talk about everyone's favorite Long Eared Queen as well as some of Brendan's thoughts on what makes a good runner (it's might not be what you think!) and what qualities he saw in the good horses he's trained that gave them an edge over their rivals. 

Jared and Alan continue their musings in this second part of a long episode of wisdom from the long time partner. 

Jared sits down with --who could be considered-- the early foundation and one of the key partners of Pocket Aces Racing LLC, Alan Burkhard. They discuss some of Alan's earliest ventures as a business owner up until today where he talks about some of his racing adventures. 

Jun Park, the man who found Horse of the Year Knicks Go and co-owns Sibelius, sits down with Jared and Pati to talk about his experiences with two remarkable runners. There is an impromptu cameo by Jun's dog and we hear his thoughts on the various definitions of a "good walk". Also, make sure to tell him how awesome this interview was!

Jared and Pati sit down with Dermot Littlefield (formerly of Margaux Farm) to talk about his new venture and what the future might look like for a pinhooking oppertunity as well as updates on some of the runners he's had his hands on.

The mecca of racing for many, Jared and Pati sit down on a rare Wednesday recording day, and talk about one of the oldest racing venues in North America. The title says it all! The duo also chat about the newest, and likely final, racing prospect additions to the stable before the yearling sales. If you've been on the fence about Startdfromdabottom and '21 It'schemistrybaby, maybe this epsiode wil...

Due to July being absurdly busy for Pati, Jared takes the reins for the next few episodes and chats with the guests, including this week with Junior Alvarado. A part of Team Cody's Wish, a master of his craft (though he might disgree with that title), and known as one of the best turf riders in the country (on any surface, really) Junior sits down to talk about his beginnings, his original nightma...

The group is back with the continuation of our aftercare chat with Jessica Hayes of Asbury University. The discussion continues into what the racing industry can do better to not only provide their runners a safe present but also a viable future, including ridding itself of the oft-dreaded "one more race" mentality. 

In another whopper of an episode, Jared and Pati sit down with Jessica Hayes of Asbury University to talk about the aftercare of Thoroughbreds. There's a nice update on the retired runners who went through her program as well as a discussion on how "letting down" after the track is different among individuals. Oh, and Oso is a golf cart. Enjoy part 1!

Ever wonder what our partners get to enjoy as a member of our team? Well, Jared and Pati sit down to discuss those perks in this week's episode! We hope no one had *too much* fun on Independence Day and as always, enjoy this shorter chat about why we're so great. 

In part 2 of the massive interview that is the sit down with Marc Wampler, racing manager and bloodstock agent for PAR, Jared and Marc continue to discuss how his selection process and thoughts on finding a racing or broodmare prospect have refined over the years to what he uses now. We also get answers to your questions towards the end, so stay tuned. 

Jared and Marc sit down on the podcast to talk about the latter's process for finding a racing prospect. Pati works behind the scenes this week, but does chime in with a study on horse herd psychology. This is a huge epsiode, so it's part 1 this week and part 2 the one after. 

Jared and Pati sit down with long-time Pocket Aces Racing trainer Susan Anderson to share a bit more about her and her journey into the world of horse racing. Jared inadvertently shared some news a little early during recording and Pati shares the love for a hard-working horsewoman. 

Jared and Pati sit down with one part of Team StableConnect, Jonathan Romeo, to discuss how communication within partnerships is evolving as the world changes. Pati toots her own horn and there's even some news about the two new fillies.