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2 UNITS

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116. SA Derby | Doomben 10,000 | Set Against

Group 1 Racing heads north this week for the Doomben 10,000 as well as the city of churches for the South Australian Derby. We also preview the program at Flemington, headlined by the Andrew Ramsden, as well as black type racing from Scone. All covered in a massive edition of SULT’S SPECS. The sniff of an Entourage revival has Footy’s ears pricked in this weeks SULTANS SUPPER. Sults wants to go toe to toe with one of Australia’s great trainers and also invites our old mate Ric along for calling ...

May 11, 202345 minSeason 5Ep. 18

115. Robert Sangster Stakes | Turbo Chooks | Winner-Bago

Group 1 Racing in the city of churches once more as we preview the Robert Sangster Stakes at Morphettville. We also preview the Sandown program in this weeks SULT’S SPECS. Compulsory tie at this week's SULTANS SUPPER as the great man responds to some Twitter feedback. We also celebrate some Warrnambool accommodation, golf pro shops and a young hoop on the rise. PACK YA NAGS see’s a streaming service come under fire once more. The new AFL video game is discussed and Sult’s takes aim at a Twitter ...

May 05, 202345 minSeason 5Ep. 17

114. Australasian Oaks | Chicken Katsu | Biden Accounting

Group 1 Racing is back this week as we head to Morphettville for the Australasian Oaks. We also preview programs from Sandown and Rosehill as well as a best bet at Eagle Farm in this week’s SULT’S SPECS. Tasmania is the proud sponsor of this week's SULTANS SUPPER. We also celebrate one of the best national anthem renditions and Beery gets exposed on the group chat. PACK YA NAGS see’s the washing machine timers get put on notice and a strange truth behind the Sultan’s socks is unearthed. ANZ Stad...

Apr 28, 202344 minSeason 5Ep. 16

112. The Quokka | Absolutely Cast | Notorious

Specs 4 states is back this weekend as we take a look at races from Sandown, Morphettville, Ascot as well as two Group 1’s at Royal Randwick in this week’s SULT’S SPECS. Sketch Artist’s, Crockery Sets and Golf Trips all feature in this weeks SULTANS SUPPER PACK YA NAGS see’s The Sultan reflect on some poor winning etiquette as he rubs salt into the wounds of Australia’s favourite son. Tarmac hold ups are in Footy’s sights as it’s a race against time to release this week's podcast. Our UNIT OF TH...

Apr 14, 202345 minSeason 5Ep. 14

111. Queen Elizabeth Stakes | Jingles | Alcohol Free

Day 2 of The Championships at Royal Randwick is upon us, headlined by the Queen Elizabeth Stakes and 4 x Group 1’s. We will take a look at a nice Easter Saturday card at Sandown as well in this week’s SULT’S SPECS. Footy singing well known jingles this week in public is discussed with an apology invite delivered for the SULTAN’S SUPPER. PACK YA NAGS see’s The Sultan send April Fools Jokes to where they belong. Footy has the F1 and the Randwick track conditions in his sights and we also question ...

Apr 06, 202347 minSeason 5Ep. 13

110. The Championships | Artificial Intelligence | The Golden Mile

Day 1 of The Championships kicks off this week at Royal Randwick, headlined by 4 x Group 1’s. A big card at Bendigo for their feature meet as well as a couple of nice races to look into at Morphettville in this week’s SULT’S SPECS. Footy feels heard as Hass Avos return to the shelves at supermarkets. Banjo Patterson and Yoshito Yahagi join the boys for a feed and Chat GPT lights up The Championships with an ad not to be missed on this week's SULTAN’S SUPPER. PACK YA NAGS see’s the tunnel get put...

Mar 30, 202359 minSeason 5Ep. 12

109. Roles Reversed | Tancred Stakes Day | Trans-Siberian Express

4 Group 1’s across 3 tracks this weekend as we take a look at cards from The Valley, Rosehill Gardens and Flemington in this week’s SULT’S SPECS. We also have a couple of best bets from Morphettville Parks in 2 UNITS. Mohawks, Luigi, Butlers and Third Person references all make appearances at this weeks SULTAN’S SUPPER. PACK YA NAGS puts a local trainspotting group on notice. Sults discusses his hatred of protest limbo and Footy sends one of our favourite sons packing Our UNIT OF THE WEEK charit...

Mar 23, 20231 hr 4 minSeason 5Ep. 11

108. Golden Slipper | All Star Mile | An Ode To Chippies

5 Group 1’s at Rosehill Gardens this weekend for Sydney’s biggest day of racing, Golden Slipper Day. We cover all G1’s in depth in this weeks SULT’S SPECS. We also preview a fat card of racing at The Valley headlined by the $5 million All Star Mile. We invite along our new favourite tribute band to this weeks addition of THE SULTAN’S SUPPER. Irish Hoop Knock ‘em Downie, the Albury food scene and Australia’s number 1 town also feature. The Supper is headlined by Footy’s ode to our favourite son, ...

Mar 16, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 5Ep. 10

107. G1 Newmarket Hcp | G1 Coolmore Classic | Credit Card Roulette

Group 1 racing at both Flemington and Rosehill Gardens this week as we take a look at both races in this weeks edition of SULT’S SPECS. We also preview other key races at these meets including a best bet in Adelaide. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER invites the latest NRL club/franchise to the table including a famous mascot. Zac Purton heads the supper after a huge weekend in Australia and a cheeky drive by to boot. PACK YA NAGS takes aim at the happenings on public transport in Victoria. Sults has a vetera...

Mar 09, 202347 minSeason 5Ep. 9

106. G1 Canterbury Stakes | Papua Two Guineas | Giles

It’s Guineas weekend across 2 states this weekend as we preview the 3 x Group 1’s from Royal Randwick and Flemington in SULT’S SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER celebrates Netflix documentaries, the WWF Attitude era, The Barmy Army and great cricketing moments. PACK YA NAGS see’s Footy go back on his word regarding Taxi’s, the cricket in India is in Sult’s sights again, fake boxers, Guineas scheduling and much more. Our UNIT OF THE WEEK charity partner for Season 5 is Racing Hearts (https://www.racingh...

Mar 02, 202351 minSeason 5Ep. 8

105. Blue Diamond Stakes Day | Sensitivity Readers | I Do What I Want

5 x Group 1’s to assess this weekend across 2 states as we take a look at stacked cards from Sandown and Royal Randwick in this weeks edition of SULT’S SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER takes a look at the modest form analyst that is ‘The Sultan.’ Depending on ‘which ward it’s on’ we take a look at a kind act from one of the great performers. The best bang for buck membership is also talked about, you might need a reverse fake ID to attend. PACK YA NAGS puts one of the great Twitter trolls on notice an...

Feb 23, 202350 minSeason 5Ep. 7

104. Black Caviar Lightning Stakes | Sensitive Sultan | Dweebs

Black Caviar Lightning Stakes at Flemington this weekend has dished up a beautiful betting card and we are keen on a few. We also take a look at The Hobartville Stakes at Rosehill Gardens as well as plays from The Valley on Friday night and Morphettville Parks in SULT’S SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER celebrates our brand new Mare WINTILLY who will race with Reece Goodwin. Sult’s gets wholesome in his Youtube web and Andy is invited along for all the wrong reasons. PACK YA NAGS puts bandwagon NFL sup...

Feb 16, 202346 minSeason 5Ep. 6

103. C.F. Orr Stakes | Class vs Fitness | Footy Peppers

Group 1 Racing is back as we gear up for the C.F Orr Stakes at Sandown Hillside. We also take a look at the card of Group racing at Royal Randwick in this week's SULTS’ SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER looks to mend relationships this week as we address the Twitter feud that nobody knew they needed. It could be the biggest edition yet of PACK YA NAGS. Twilight meets, Head, weird sauce, pitch doctoring and hand warmers are all on the agenda. Footy also shares some interesting intel regarding a phone ca...

Feb 09, 202348 minSeason 5Ep. 5

102. The NZ Neanderthal | Phelpsy's Diet | Urban Assault Vehicle

The Trans-Tasman edition of the show is here as we preview another big weekend of racing that see’s some real smart ones return to the track. We take a look at the cards from Sandown Hillside, Royal Randwick and Morphettville Parks. We also go Trans-Tasman and trending in this week's SULTS’ SPECS as Footy goes full NZ. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER is hosted in picturesque conditions and heart warming invites are dished out as Sults claims 4kg. PACK YA NAGS puts Uber on notice as Footy starts a campaign t...

Feb 02, 202340 minSeason 5Ep. 4

101. Fake Sultan | Bullish Mail | Specs 3 States

A nice weekend of racing ahead at The Valley, Rosehill and Morphettville. We take a look at the cards including the feature races the Australia Stakes, Expressway Stakes and Durbridge Stakes in this weeks SULTS’ SPECS THE SULTAN’S SUPPER see’s Footy reflect on the great town of Coffs Harbour and all of its offerings feat. INXS. PACK YA NAGS investigates the fake Sultan and calls out his poor behaviour. Viral messages come back to haunt us, the old ‘Champion’ rears its ugly head again and social ...

Jan 26, 202337 minSeason 5Ep. 3

100. Tumbleweeds | Rapid Podcasting | Bin Conundrum

Last week could be considered a false start after copping abandonments left, right and centre. In this week’s episode we will take a look at 3 programs across 2 states in SULTS’ SPECS. We take a look at Moonee Valley, Royal Randwick as well as a couple of smash and grabs at Flemington on Friday for Rapid Racing. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER see’s a mixed bag of invites this week with our mates Jett Stanley and Jase Maskiell getting seats at the table. Potato Scallops are once again on the menu and Miley ...

Jan 19, 202336 minSeason 5Ep. 2

98. Season Finale | Brian Lara | HQ Specs

Thanks for joining us for the season finale and the 100th episode of the 2 UNITS Podcast. We are beyond thankful for all the support over the past 4 seasons. From a PE storeroom to mid strengths at 2pm, it’s been a pretty fun ride and we think it will only get better in 2023. Good cards at Flemington and Randwick this week and we will take a look at both programs in depth in this week's SULTS’ SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER celebrates test cricket, the unit army and cooking roasts. Sults is also kee...

Dec 15, 202247 minSeason 4Ep. 20

97. Scissor Me Timbers | Ninth At Nine | Sooky La La

Group 1 Racing is done and dusted for 2022, but still some great programs to dissect from Sandown, Randwick and Morphettville, all in this week's edition of SULTS’ SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER celebrates the great meat pie, Footy’s G1 triumph, wheelie bin racing and a couple of horses from the Mitch Beer stable. Huge edition of PACK YA NAGS this week. Sults takes aim at an entire nation, Footy shares the latest from Lygon Street, we take a look at the attitude of one of the greats at the World Cup...

Dec 08, 202243 minSeason 4Ep. 19

96. Jamie Mott | Club Champs | Beat It

Back in the studio this week as we preview a huge weekend of racing around Australia including programs at Pakenham, Rosehill and Morphettville Parks. We also take a look at the Northerly Stakes and give our G1 Pissing Contest plays, all in SULTS’ SPECS. Jamie Mott joins us live from his boat this week to reflect on a fantastic spring in the saddle. We find out what makes him tick and dive deep into the jockeys room. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER pays homage to our listeners here in Australia and around t...

Dec 01, 202257 minSeason 4Ep. 18

95. Doyle Rulez | Mark Winterbottom Stakes | Foolish Games

Another G1 this weekend in Perth in the form of the Winterbottom Stakes. We also have a huge card at Caulfield for Zipping Classic day as well as smash ‘n’ grabs at Morphettville and Rosehill. All in this weeks huge edition of SULTS’ SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER celebrates a famous Mooloolaba Cup victory, the Japanese, Footy’s new segment on SEN Track and Jewel. PACK YA NAGS targets the Australian Summer of Cricket this week and Wasim Akram cops a drive by on the way through. Affectionate champing...

Nov 24, 202238 minSeason 4Ep. 17

94. Railway Stakes | Ballarat Cup | Frozen Pizza

Group 1 action heads west this week in the form of the Railway Stakes as the Perth Carnival kicks off. Ballarat is host to a big day of racing as we look at 9 of the 10 races on that program, as well as a little smash and grab in Adelaide. A huge edition of SULTS’ SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER goes full conflict management as we mediate a high profile public feud. We also look at whether no music whilst driving home from Donald (Sultan worked in Donald) is psychopathic behaviour or peaceful. Underr...

Nov 17, 202251 minSeason 4Ep. 16

93. Cranbourne Cup | Kazza From Azza | Clickbait

The Flemington Carnival may be over, but the racing doesn’t stop as we head to Cranbourne for their standalone Saturday meet, headlined by the Cranbourne Cup. We also take a look at races from Morphettville and Newcastle in this weeks SULTS’ SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER takes a look at some of the highlights from the carnival so far and what we are looking forward to most for next year. PACK YA NAGS puts reverse decisions on notice, treadmills at the gym come into question, Westfields clickbait an...

Nov 11, 202235 minSeason 4Ep. 15

92. Champions Stakes Day | Getting Gutsy | Confidence Levels

We are halfway through the Flemington Carnival and one of the Units has to get gutsy and power on. A huge day of racing looks to round out the 4 days and it’s Champions Stakes Day. We take a look at the card in depth in SULT’S SPECS including our $100 G1 Pissing Contest plays. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER invites some of the great performers from Cup Weeks and celebrates the industry that is in a bloody darn good spot at the moment. PACK YA NAGS looks into Footy’s nightmares, inflammatory headlines and a...

Nov 03, 202238 minSeason 4Ep. 14

90. Derby Day | Microwave Meal | Golden Eagle

It’s Grand Final weekend for punters as we gear up for Derby Day at Fabulous Flemington. We take a look at the 9 race card including the 3 x Group 1’s including our $100 plays in each. We also take a look at Morphettville and Rosehill, including the $10 million Golden Eagle. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER is in the form of a Supper, at the Sultans. Footy unpacks his BYO microwave meal and Sult’s current level of arrogance. Graham Begg and a prominent Sydney racing journo also get an invite for supporting t...

Oct 26, 202259 minSeason 4Ep. 13

89. Cox Plate | Morocco’s Hottest Stallion | Thirst Trap

All eyes head to The Valley this week as we prepare for Group 1 Racing in the form of the Manikato Stakes on Friday night, followed by the greatest G1 WFA contest, the Cox Plate. We cover both programs along with racing from Royal Randwick in SULTS SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER takes a look into the life of Morocco’s hottest stallion as well as a warm cup of cocoa for a friend in need. PACK YA NAGS calls out the old ‘Gotcha’ thirst trap, hold music in 2022, the BOM and preaching to the wrong choir....

Oct 20, 202254 minSeason 4Ep. 12

88. Review Show: ‘The Everest, Optimal Arousal Level’

What a weekend we have just endured! A cracking edition of The Everest and a great day of racing at Caulfield highlighted by the running of the Caulfield Cup. We unpack all of the action and key runners in this week's Review Show. We will take a look at all of the great stories from the weekend as well as some of the more forgettable moments in award winning segment, JET OR FORGET. We also hone in on a few horses to follow moving forward in the debut segment of FOLLOW ME feat. Uncle Kracker. Out...

Oct 17, 202238 min

87. Caulfield Cup | The Everest | Provincial Party Poopers

The Caulfield Cup and The Everest present this weekend as we well and truly immerse ourselves in the Spring Racing Carnival. We will take a look at both races in this week’s edition of SULTS SPECS as well as other races on the programs from both Caulfield and Royal Randwick. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER gets swole as we celebrate elite gym performances, group 1 headwear and jockeys calling it how it is. Big edition of PACK YA NAGS this week. Provincial formlines, Tegridy, fake trade accounts and nipple c...

Oct 13, 202251 minSeason 4Ep. 11

86. Caulfield Guineas Day | Dom Freshairshot | Six Foot

Massive weekend of racing ahead of us with 3 Group 1’s in store at Caulfield ahead of Guineas Day. We take a look at the Caulfield card in detail as well as specs from Morphettville in this week’s edition of SULTS SPECS. We also give our $100 G1 Pissing Contest plays. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER celebrates a young trainer on the rise and a popular Aussie duo catches Footy’s attention. Action packed edition of PACK YA NAGS this week. South Australian tap water, the NSW premier trying to send them over mi...

Oct 06, 202251 minSeason 4Ep. 10

85. Turnbull Stakes Day | BM58 Tattoos | The Narc

Group 1’s are all around us this weekend as we gear up for an outstanding card of racing at Flemington for Turnbull Stakes Day. 3 x Group 1’s are on the menu at Royal Randwick, headlined by the Epsom Stakes. We will feature all of the races in this weeks SULTS’ SPECS. THE SULTAN’S SUPPER celebrates racing at Sandown, Sultan’s mate from Benalla and Footy introduces an interesting concept that is likely to not take the world by storm. In light of Verry Elleegant missing a run in France, we decided...

Sep 29, 202237 minSeason 4Ep. 9

84. Festival of Group 1's | Jenkins Bed | 5/5 Lame

3 consecutive days of Group 1 racing is upon us. Friday night at The Valley, Golden Rose day at Rosehill and the G1 Underwood at Sandown on Sunday. Chuck in an AFL Grand Final and this could be one of the all time Festivals. We will cover all the action in SULTS’ SPECS THE SULTAN’S SUPPER celebrates the weekend, the sun, some outstanding late mail from Mount Magnet and one of the shows good mates achieves something pretty bloody special this weekend. The Bledisloe Cup and Footy are on the radar ...

Sep 22, 202242 minSeason 4Ep. 8
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