It's Gold with Julie Snook

Sydney horsewoman Clare Oxley is in studio this week, tracing a lifelong passion for horses into a career spent entirely around them. From clipping horses for Chris Waller, to rehoming retired racehorses, to building her own global equine business from the ground up, Clare has turned a childhood love into a life's work and along the way, found herself the proud owner of Group 1 winner Kolding....

From the northern beaches to the top of The Everest, jockey Sam Clipperton's career has taken more turns than most. He shocked the racing world when he announced his retirement late in 2024, only to find his way back to the saddle and rediscover his love for the sport. In this raw and honest conversation, Clipperton opens up about chasing a new identity, the weight behind his decision to walk away...

The boys from Hello Sport are in the house this week, swapping footy talk for their newfound love of horse racing. Their star galloper, ‘Heard Of Him’, has become a genuine phenomenon with the Hello Sport audience after the pair partnered with MustR Racing to offer listeners a slice of ownership through micro-shares. With the Freedman stable steering things on track, the boys take us through the w...

Katelyn McDonald joins us in studio this week for a warm, laugh-filled chat covering life as a jockey, her newfound love of racing broadcast, and what really goes on behind the scenes with husband and world's best jockey James McDonald. Katelyn opens up about keeping the Team JMac wheels turning at home, the remarkable journey racing has taken the pair on, and what's on the horizon, all ahead of w...

This week Julie is joined by Sydney jockey valet Nic De Martino for a rare look inside the jockeys' room. Trained as a mechanic before finding his way into racing, Nic has built a coveted role working alongside some of the biggest names in the sport. From saddling up and shining boots to the trust and routine that make a valet indispensable on race day, Nic gives listeners a behind-the-scenes glim...

Fresh off being crowned Sydney's newest champion apprentice, Siena Grima is in studio this week to reflect on a remarkable season. Once bound for veterinary studies, a chance start in trackwork turned into a racing career, with her talent catching the eye of Chris Waller and Darren Beadman. Now just the fourth female apprentice to claim the Sydney metropolitan premiership, Siena talks through the...

Our first Freedman episode was so popular, we couldn't resist bringing in another! This week, trainer Will Freedman talks about growing up in one of the country's most iconic racing families. From forging his own path to now partnering with his father Richard Freedman, Will is charting a different course. But at the heart of it all is a simple philosophy: racing should be fun, and he's on a missio...

This week on It's Gold , Julie sits down with Racing NSW Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Carly Garling, for a fascinating conversation about the passion, dedication and lifelong love of horses that have shaped her career. As one of the industry's most respected veterinary leaders, Carly shares insights into the evolving world of equine welfare, emerging technologies, and the importance of collaborati...

This week, Julie is joined by the vibrant Emma Freedman, one of Australia's most recognisable media personalities. While the Freedman name is woven into the fabric of Australian racing, Emma has carved out an impressive career all of her own. From growing up in racing's most famous family to life in front of the camera, Emma shares plenty of laughs, behind-the-scenes stories and the infectious ene...

This week, Julie is joined by renowned strength and conditioning coach Trent Langlands, whose client list reads like a who's who of elite Australian sport. Best known for his work with champion jockeys including Hugh Bowman, Glen Boss, Zac Purton and James McDonald, Trent has helped athletes perform at their peak during some of the biggest moments of their careers. He has also worked across a rang...

Small shares, big races, huge thrills - that's the MustR Racing motto, and they're living up to it. This week, Julie catches up with Cameron and Tom Hay, two of the three founders behind the fast-growing micro-syndication business that's making racehorse ownership more accessible than ever. From celebrating winners to building a passionate community of new racing fans, they share how MustR Racing...

The voice of Sydney racing, Darren Flindell, joins us in the studio to share the story behind the microphone. From his teenage dream of becoming a race caller to calling some of the sport's most unforgettable moments, Darren reflects on an extraordinary career. He takes us behind the scenes of iconic eras, from the brilliance of the mighty grey flash Chautauqua to the dominance of Winx, offering a...

This episode of It's Gold welcomes the father-son team behind Pride Racing, Joe and Brave Pride. With multiple Group 1 victories and some of Australia's biggest races, including The Everest and the King Charles, Pride Racing has become one of the sport's most respected stables. But behind the success is Joe Pride, a humble, hardworking trainer whose passion for racing has been reignited by working...

Broadcasting legend Ray Hadley steps into the It's Gold studio for a fascinating trip down memory lane. From unforgettable moments trackside to the people who shaped his remarkable career, Ray shares the stories behind the headlines and the lessons learned along the way. He reveals how a chance behind the microphone changed the course of his life, the race call that transformed his career, and the...

In this episode of It's Gold , we chat with Mulberry Racing's Lachlan Sheridan about how one of racing's newest players is taking a different approach to the sport. Driven by data, technology, and innovation, Mulberry Racing is challenging traditional thinking and building a modern racing operation. Lachlan shares the vision behind the business, the role technology plays, and why they're determine...

Fox League’s Yvonne O’Keefe is in studio this week for a fun look back at her unconventional journey through Australian sport and media. From her early days in Queensland to the elegance and discipline of the dressage arena, and ultimately into the high-pressure world of television, Yvonne’s path has been anything but ordinary. Now one of rugby league’s most popular and respected voices, she refle...

The silks are off and the mic is on. Champion jockey Tommy Berry joins Julie Snook on It’s Gold for a candid and entertaining chat about the highs and lows of his racing career. From career-defining wins to tough setbacks, he shares the resilience it takes to stay on top. Racing in honour of his late twin brother continues to fuel his drive, while his cheeky charm and quick wit bring plenty of lau...

In this high-energy episode of It’s Gold , Inglis auctioneer Brett Gilding sits down with host Julie Snook for a fun and passionate conversation about life in the thoroughbred industry. A proud New Zealander who fell in love with racing from a young age, Brett shares the journey that took him from a wide-eyed racing fan to selling some of the biggest names in the sport through the iconic Inglis sa...

Adrian Bott joins It’s Gold host Julie Snook for a raw and honest conversation about life at the top of Australian racing. Born into the industry, Adrian followed his passion to become co-trainer alongside racing legend Gai Waterhouse at just 29 years of age. From the pressure of big expectations to the highs, lows and future of the sport, this is an insightful look inside the world of one of raci...

Horse racing farrier and social media star Tom McLackland joins It’s Gold host Julie Snook for a fun, honest and unfiltered chat about life behind the barriers. Passionate about educating the public on the realities of racing, Tom opens up on the industry he loves, the horses at its heart, building a social media following and why there’s always room for a cheeky bit of Britney Spears. Hosted on A...

On the inaugural episode of It’s Gold , Julie Snook sits down with respected equine physiotherapist Tom Simpson for an insightful conversation about the care, recovery and performance of racehorses behind the scenes. From rehabilitation and injury prevention to understanding how elite horses perform at their peak, Tom shares his knowledge and experience working closely with thoroughbreds, includin...

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