In The Ring Pedigree Podcast

Acacia is joined by bloodstock agent Dennis O'Neill who talks about what he looks for at the 2-year-old sales, buying two Kentucky Derby winners, and the ups and downs of being an agent. Crystal Fernung of Journeyman Stud joins the show to discuss the Florida breeding industry, the success they have had with their stallion Khozan, and a special work of art, Clockwork Fury, which will be aucti...

Acacia is joined by Jimbo Gladwell of Top Line Sales to talk about their upcoming consignment at the OBS March Sale. Trainer Tim Hamm, who campaigned G1 winner Dayoutoftheoffice also joins to discuss his star filly, as well as his breeding and sales operation under the banner Blazing Meadows Farm. Finally, Joe Migliore comes on to discuss his new venture: going out on his own as a bloods...

This week, Acacia focuses on the topic of Thoroughbred aftercare, and is joined by Kim Weir, Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving for the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. They talk about the new TRF Second Chances juvenile program that is kicking off this month, and also discuss aftercare in general, Thoroughbreds in different disciplines, aftercare and the racing industry, and...

On this week's episode of In the Ring, Acacia is joined by fellow In the Money Media member Peter T. Fornatale, and they start to take a look at the Kentucky Derby scene taking shape, the influence of European bloodstock on American racing, and some cocktail tips! "Pedigeek" Ren Carothers then joins the show to discuss how pedigree can be such a huge tool in handicapping, her experiences as a bree...

Acacia is joined this week by Jonathan Green, a host of the TDN Writers Room podcast, as well as general manager of DJ Stables. They discuss the horses DJ Stables is selling at the upcoming Fasig Tipton Kentucky Winter Mixed Sale, plus a look back at their champion filly Jaywalk, what it means to breed for commercial purposes, and more. Larry Collmus, the voice of the Breeders' Cup...

This week, Acacia recaps last week's Eclipse Awards and is joined by trainer Kenny McPeek, whose Swiss Skydiver took home Champion 3-Year-Old Filly honors. They discuss bargain-buy Swiss Skydiver, buying the mighty Curlin, and things to look for in a horse. Acacia is then joined by consignor Stuart Morris, who sold several short yearlings at the recent OBS Winter Mixed Sale. They bring the cu...

On this week’s episode of In the Ring, Acacia speaks to Sabrina Moore, the breeder of recent Pegasus World Cup winner Knicks Go, who was born in Maryland and sold by Sabrina as a weanling. Wes Peterson, Marketing Coordinator from OBS Sales also comes on to preview the OBS Winter Mixed Sale, and finally Natalie Voss joins the show to discuss her two media Eclipse Awards and the topic of Thoroughbre...

Acacia is joined by a diverse group of guests to recap some of what happened in the week’s sales world last week. Trainer Phil Schoenthal was very active at the Keeneland January Sale with owners Determined Stud, who are building a broodmare band in Maryland. Acacia also has some international coverage this week, and is joined by Andrew Hawkins, editor of ANZ Bloodstock News (Australia/New Zealand...

In the Ring will be an in depth look at all the different parts of the thoroughbred industry’s horse sales. With the first US sale of the year coming up - the Keeneland January Horses of All Ages Sale - Acacia brings in Keeneland Sales Announcer Kurt Becker for an overview, and Lanes End Director of Sales Allaire Ryan. Lanes End is responsible for the horses in the dispersal of the horses owned by...

It's a special edition of the In the Ring Pedigree Podcast hosted by PTF and Nick Luck previewing the Tattersalls October Yearling Sale. Joining them are Jimmy George of Tattersalls, champion trainer Chad Brown, bloodstock agent Jamie Lloyd, and Great British Racing International's Minty Farquar.  

Special show this week co-hosted with Naomi Tukker. First up, she speaks with Lacey Gaudet and Sheldon Russell about the crisis is affecting their lives. Then PTF sits down with Gary Fenton to ask the same question and talk about the breaking news that racing at Golden Gate has been (hopefully temporarily) suspended.

What a week! JK catches up with Craig Bernick of Glen Hill Farm/Thoroughbred Idea Foundation and Jake Ballis of Blacktype Thoroughbreds to discuss the state of the industry and their thoughts on the indictment and investigation that surfaced Monday.

First up, one legend talks about another -- Tom Thornbury is here to talk about the life and legacy of A. P. Indy. Then Evan Ferraro of Fasig-Tipton drops by to talk about FT's sponsorship of the Fountain of Youth and upcoming April Miami sale.

The show begins with PTF sitting down with Clay Sanders of Ten Strike Racing, who fills us in on the latest with Warrior's Charge. He also talks about working with the Ten Strike team, how their business model has evolved, and how he uses handicapping to help with ownership decisions and vice versa. Then, at 31:05, Naomi Tukker joins for a Jerry O'Dwyer stable tour from Laurel Park, where we meet...

We talk Derby on this week's In the Ring Pedigree Podcast. Then Sean Tugel and PTF sit down with Andrew Cary to chat about his new venture, No Parole and Tepin. Lastly, Hansley Albina of Blake-Albina Thoroughbred Partners is here to give his thoughts on the art of breeding and the best cigars for Derby Day

With PTF off to Vegas, Naomi Tukker hosts this week's In the Ring show and brings us a fantastic interview with Lacey Gaudet (including a special appearance by her mom Linda). She talks about her time in the game and the attributes needed to succeed in horse racing. Linda drops by to chat about the pride she takes in her daughter's successes and to remember what an amazing man her h...

PHOTO: NYRA It's a special edition of the In the Ring show where Naomi Tukker seeks out three current riders to talk about the ongoing whip debate: John Velazquez, Joe Bravo, and Tyler Gaffalione. Interspersed with these interviews, she and PTF offer their own takes on this complex issue.

What an honor to have all three hosts of the Eclipse Awards -- Acacia Courtney, Britney Eurton, and Gabby Gaudet -- as guests on the new In the Ring show. We look ahead to this year's award show and take a quick glance at the races coming up this weekend. Then we have Sean Tugel and Lou Mazzarelli on to talk about the exciting new opportunity to invest in Winstar Farm's Stablemates partnershi...

It's an extended version of the show with a whole lot going on. We start off with PTF, JK and Sean Tugel catching up after a holiday break. Then Saffie Joseph, Jr. is here to talk about his recent stakes winners, what sets him apart in the claiming game, and his family's history in racing. Next up, Mike Campbell of the Illinois Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association gives us an update on what's happe...

On the final edition of the show for 2019, PTF and Sean Tugel kick things off by talking about the most memorable moments and performances from 2019. Then Michael McCarthy drops by to reflect on City of Light's win in the '19 Pegasus, talk about an exciting prospect, and to give his thoughts heading in to the upcoming Santa Anita meet.

Craig Bernick of Glen Hill Farm and the Thoroughbred Idea Foundation sits down with PTF for a long conversation that includes his thoughts on an array of interesting issues including: how he chooses pairings for his mares, breeding to race versus breeding to sell, the proposed 140 mare cap for sires, synthetic surfaces, the future of racing in California and Illinois and much, much more.

PTF and Sean Tugel are here to look back at last weekend's two-year-old stakes at Churchill and look ahead to this weekend's two-year-old stakes at Aqueduct. Sean also gives us an overview of what's going on in the breeding business this time of year. Then we are thrilled to be joined by Debbie Easter, co-owner of Finite and the Executive Director of the Virginia Thoroughbred Association, to talk...

PHOTO: NYRA Sean Tugel and PTF are here to discuss the latest news from the breeding industry including the news about California Chrome being sold to Japan. Then Sean gives his thoughts on the 2yo allowance and stakes races for Churchill Downs on Saturday

On today's In the Ring show, guest host Naomi Tukker moderates a discussion between Donna Brothers and PTF about their recent writings on the state of the racing industry and its fight with those who want to ban it. Plus, a bird's eye view at the Thoroughbred Safety Coalition.

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