Finally, nail down Karl Broberg!!! Yes, that Karl Broberg of "For Sale By Owner" silks, or "Follow @KarlBroberg on Twitter" silks. We get the skinny on how he started his training career 12-plus years ago. Find out that Remington Park is on the schedule. We get insight into some of the tracks he trains at. If anything Karl was awesome in praising his staff and teamwork. Some stories are told, but the best is the new game show for social media. The one thing we got out of Karl was that he's humbl...
Jun 30, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva discuss the Friday Royal Ascot card. We also discuss how this Royal Ascot meet has been tough to nail down for the first time in recent memory. Oh and Andy thinks Kaitlin left the podcast.
Jun 18, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva breakdown the second day of Royal Ascot. Discuss the Queen Mary Stakes, The Queen's Vase, Duke of Cambridge, Prince of Wales's Stakes, Royal Hunt Cup, Windsor Castle and Kensington Palace Stakes. You can find them at geeohayeteehandicapping.com or on twitter @GOATHandicappin, @kaitlinefree or @avillanueva3rd
Jun 16, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree) and Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd) are joined the #GOATZoomRoom (@GOATHandicappin) by Champagne and JD's Andrew Champagne (@andrewchampagne) to discuss the first day of Royal Ascot in the United Kingdom. Give a lesson for your handicapping help. We will be back tomorrow with Wednesday's preview.
Jun 15, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Our new PODCAST!!! Designed to help you decipher all handicapping products on the market. Andy Villanueva welcomes Jeff Bessa of Chartinghorsevalue.com to discuss his handicapping product. We discuss which columns are most important to use. It has multiple ways to decipher the race, Jeff does a great job of explaining what to look for. Chartinghorsevalue.com does provide free Lone Star Park sheets for the meet. Jeff Bessa @infochartingho1 Andy Villanueva @avillanueva3rd Kaitlin Free @kaitlinefre...
Jun 04, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva are joined in the #GOATZoomRoom by Grant's Pass/ Tampa Bay Downs/ Colonial Downs race caller Jason Beem!!! Andy comes clean with sharing he's never read Southbound (buy it people!). We discuss how Jason went from not thinking he'd ever be a race caller again to being the voice of many tracks. Jason and Andy discuss how awesome driving the country is. Meanwhile, Andy makes a big mistake regarding Nanaimo, British Columbia, and its lake (spoiler: no lake). We discu...
Jun 04, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Going in Circles invaded the Goat Zoom Room to discuss the breaking news about Bob Baffert. You thought it would be a slow week? Charles Simon and Barry "The Sniper" Spears host "Going in Circles" and were gracious to come in Wednesday to discuss all things Baffert related. We discuss what the best course of action would be for the race tracks. Barry brings us up to speed on the bettor's viewpoint. Also, bring up what changes could be made regarding drug positives, the whip rule and Stewards. Gr...
Jun 03, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Back to back #GOATZOOMROOMs to discuss the Baffert situation. The very knowledgeable Kathryn Papp DVM comes into the GoatZoomRoom as Andy Villanueva has multiple questions regarding Betamethasone. Dr. Papp discusses what new therapeutic medications are are available to help horses with injuries. Andy asks how much Ottomax would be needed to induce a positive test for betamethasone. Also, she answers the effects of what SGF1000 does. Incredibly informative. Kaitlin Free got to take the night off ...
May 20, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 24
No Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree) this week. The Athletic's Katherine Terrell (one of the best writers in the biz) joins Andy Villanueva to discuss working with The Times-Picayune to cover the New Orleans Saints and horseracing. We discuss her 5-part series about Fair Grounds/ Churchill Downs. Follow up on why Bob Baffert gets so much of the ire of the public. Basically, we agree Bob needs to take responsibility for his mistake/transgressions. With her being entrenched with both the Saints and the...
May 19, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Horse Racing Destination's own George Allan Bryant joins Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva to discuss the fall out on Bob Baffert's Kentucky Derby positive of Medina Spirit. Kaitlin shares her thoughts on what the European media thinks of US racing. George discusses his start in racing coming from a racing family with his dad being a former rider. Some wild stories are told about betting. We discuss Bryant's quest for $100k between Lone Star opening night to Labor Day at Saratoga. Calls it "The S...
May 12, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Walking into the #GOATZOOMROOM for the second time is "Champagne and JD" co-host Andrew Champagne to discuss Derby contenders and pretenders for the "First Saturday in May." We break down pretty much every single horse going to the gate and why we like or don't like those 3 year-olds trying to make history. Andrew Champagne can be found on Twitter @AndrewChampagne Kaitlin Free @kaitlinefree Andy Villanueva @avillanueva3rd Geeohayeteehandicapping.com @GOATHandicappin...
Apr 30, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Our 20th interview episode!!!! What better way to do celebrate than Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva welcoming Michael Blowen into the #GOATZOOMROOM. Michael discusses how exciting it is to have visitors back at Old Friends since the pandemic hit. The perils and blessings of what transpired during the pandemic. We obviously discuss his background and pivot to Old Friends Equine as well. We hear some great stories about Jack Nicholson and John Huston. Andy discusses meeting his favorite actors Sh...
Apr 24, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 20
With the upcoming Lone Star Park meeting just around the corner, Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva welcome owner CJ Johnsen and jockey Lane Luzzi to the #GOATZOOMROOM. Good conversation here, with Lane discussing his start. Blessed he was able to ride against his dad at SHRP last year. Meanwhile, CJ gives us the history of how he got his start on the administrative side of horse racing with Kentucky Downs. We discuss how to go about dealing with the Twitterati after a race. Some other interesting...
Apr 16, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva welcome in one of the best race callers in North American Racing as Vic Stauffer joins the Goat Zoom Room. Andy begins by stumbling on his first question about Oaklawn Park. What we love about Vic is he doesn't mince words and you'll hear that thru the entire interview. We talk the last day at Hollywood Park. What it's like to be a Jockey Agent with a couple of good stories. Discuss some of the riders Vic has represented and Jermaine Bridgmohan as we begin a mutu...
Apr 15, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 18
We don't have one but two interviews today and drop a special extra podcast this week for your listening pleasure!!! Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva welcome NHC Hall of Famer Trey Stiles into Goat Zoom Room. They discuss Trey's start into betting horses and how he's managed to make it a record 18-consecutive appearance in the NHC Tournament. It's a good listen as Trey gives some good pointers for beginning tournament players and gives us insight on why it might be tougher to handicap TBs instea...
Apr 09, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Bummed that Kaitlin Free was at a modeling shoot during this interview with jockey Jermaine Bridgmohan. Andy wanted to breakdown this interview differently for this podcast. First part Jermaine discusses what drew him to horse racing and why he became a jockey. Andy and Jermaine chat about momentum when injuries occur and the layoff. Also talk about the losing the "bug" in New York. Second part, Andy asks Jermaine about watching horse replays. Jermaine gives a good example between a Ferrari and ...
Apr 07, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Coming off our biggest downloaded episode, we bring you a week of frivolity and horse racing talk with some of the best people you will ever meet in the Racing industry. In the first half-hour, we speak with Harris Auerbach (@auerheat) about his beginning in racing. The growth of M Auerbach Racing from claiming family to stallion owners in Unusual Heat. Discuss the breeding industry in California, Unusual Heat's way into the Auerbach racing umbrella. We reminisce about an all-time great guy and ...
Apr 02, 2021•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva have a big show planned with two guests. First up. RacingTV's Jess Stafford to discuss the previous weeks running of the Cheltenham Festival in Britain. Jess also discusses Mishriff, Mogul, Al Suhail, Acklam Express and Lord Glitters who all run on the Dubai World Cup Card. Jess can be found on @racingtvi, @racingtv and @jess_stafford_ on Twitter. Kaitlin and Andy then welcome in Climax Stallions Managing Director Sean Feld to discuss his life growing up around r...
Mar 26, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Fascinating and enjoyable interview with 2012 NHC Handicapping Champion and Best Handicapper Eclipse Award winner Michael Beychock. Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva sit down and discuss his win in the 2012 NHC Handicapping Tournament. What might be the protocols for 2021 NHC tournament in Las Vegas in August. Michael discusses what changes could help grow the game of horse racing when Sports Betting and Fantasy Sports have a smaller percentage of takeout. We talk about Glorious Dancer the filly ...
Mar 18, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 13
The "Pick 6 King" enters the #GOATZOOMROOM to discuss the horseplayer's battle against discipline and take out. Discuss his incredibly knowledgeable website www.pastthewire.com. How the website name came to be. Importance of trip notes. Jonathan's favorite race horse and rider.
Mar 11, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Jessica Paquette joins the #GOATZOOMROOM with Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva. They discuss Jessica's love of horse racing, favorite horses and underrated superstars in the world of horse racing.
Mar 04, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva are joined by My Action Network's BlackJack Fletcher to address the state of racing. We dive into his first foray in horse race ownership. Discuss with BlackJack how he goes about finding winners in other professional sports. WARNING: THERE IS SOME STRONG LANGUAGE. VIEWER AND LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED. Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree) Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd) BlackJack Fletcher (@BlackJackBurner) Geeohayetee Handicapping (@GOATHandicappin)...
Feb 25, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Different version of the GOAT ZOOM ROOM. Went live during @thedailygallop tournament at the Geeohayeteehandicapping YouTube Channel. Andy Villanueva is joined by @BDHorseplayer, @cooter696969, and @smxgeoff to discuss Golden Gate races 8 and 9. In addition to Race 9 at Santa Anita prior to the races going off. Some bantering ensues, Cooter threatens to get naked if his horse doesn't win. FuManChewy needs a horse to win Daily Gallop. BDHorseplayer wishes he'd had bet a horse at SA. Join and liste...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 3 min
We welcome Barry "Sniper" Spears to discuss a Horse Racing Podcast network. How he got his start, his favorite horse. We talk about a different type of horsepower. Kaitlin asks Barry about his favorites.
Feb 12, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Kaitlin Free and Andy Villanueva welcome in former trainer Jude Feld into the #GOATZOOMROOM. Jude reflects back on some of his best horses. Some good stories are shared. Follow Jude Feld @racehorsereport and subscribe to www.popejude.com as the Pontiff is sharp with the horses. You can follow Kaitlin Free @kaitlinefree and Andy Villanueva @avillanueva3rd. Don't forget to visit www.geeohayeteehandicapping.com or follow on Twitter @GOATHandicappin
Feb 05, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 8
GOAT ZOOM ROOM with horse owner/handicapper Sam Sherman. Discussing the Houston Racing Festival. We missed having Kaitlin Free on this week, she will be back next week. Sam discusses why he likes horses in each of the stakes races.
Jan 30, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 6
An incredible #GOATzoomroom as Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinefree) and Andy Villanueva (@avillanueva3rd) discuss the Lecomte Stakes (0:00 - 2:20) and first-foal mares (20:10 - 28:05). They welcome in Racing Dubai TV's Laura King (@LauraKingDXB) to discuss Benbatl news and the Dubai World Cup Carnival (2:20 - 20:10). Follow us on Twitter @GOATHandicappin and our website www.geeohayeteehandicapping.com. We are also now on most podcast platforms.
Jan 20, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Hosted by Kaitlin Free(@kaitlinefree) and Andy Villanueva(@avillanueva3rd) discuss horse racing topics every week. They are joined by the host of "That's What G Said" podcast Gino Buccola(@ItsMeGinoB). Breaking down the state of Southern California racing and Friday Night's Pick 5 at SHRP(@SHRPracing). #GoatZoomRoom
Jan 20, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Kaitlin Free(@kaitlinfree) and Andy Villanueva(@avillanueva3rd) interview Sophie Doyle, Lindey Wade to discuss Sam Houston Race Park opening night. Free and Villanueva also speak with Jose Santos Jr and ReyLu Gutierrez in the second half hour. Finishing up with StableDuel's Brian Howard as the trio discuss Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita stakes races for Saturday afternoon.
Jan 20, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Hosts Kaitlin Free (@kaitlinfree) and Andy Villanueva(@avillanueva3rd) sit down to talk with "JD and Champagne's" Andrew Champagne(@andrewchampagne). https://youtu.be/45c-gVnYK90 Discuss horses being retired too early, how Andrew got his start in racing. We sit and discuss the best strategy for StableDuel(@stableduel) and handicapping products. Enjoy your New Year's and be safe.
Jan 20, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 3
