Episode 32 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Rishi Persad is joined by trainer Eve Johnson-Houghton, newly retired jockey Charlie Poste & Sportinglife.com’s Dave Ord. During the show Charlie reflected on his recent retirement announcement. We also looked by at the feature races from Newmarket & York over the weekend. Plus we caught up with Sir Michael Stoute at his Freemason Lodge stables.
Nick Luck was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by veteran jockey Jimmy Quinn. During the chat Jimmy told us a number of stories & scraps he has had on & off the track.
Nick Luck is joined by Jimmy Quinn, Jamie Osborne & Ian Bartlett to discuss the week's racing Talking Points. Irish Derby / Yates / Kicking Horse / Jockey’s Title / Fixture Reduction / Pressures / Betting Shot Closures.
Episode 31 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Nick Luck is joined by jockey Jimmy Quinn, trainer Jamie Osborne, Ian Bartlett & Sir Michael Stoute’s Head Lad James Savage. During the show we spoke to Jimmy about the early stages of his career. We also reflected on the Coral-Eclipse from Sandown from Saturday. With it being Racing Staff Week, James spoke in his love for working closely with horses & at with Sir Michael's. We finished the show by paying tribute to the late great Joh...
Nick Luck was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by former Jockey Brian Toomey. During the chat Brian spoke about the accident that nearly claimed his life, the struggles he has had since then & his ambitions for the future.
Nick Luck is joined by Nicola Currie, Sean Quinn & Neil Channing to discuss the week's racing Talking Points. Blue Points / Team Racing / Beek / Instructions / Santa Anita / Gibbons / Frankie Bet Restrictions.
Episode 30 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Nick Luck is joined by jockey Nicola Currie, Assistant Trainer Sean Quinn, Neil Channing, Tallulah Lewis & Former Jockey Brian Toomey. During the show we looked back at the feature races from The Curragh on Saturday - including the Irish Derby. New Women in Racing Chair Tallulah Lewis discussed the balance of women in racing. Plus we spoke in depth with Brian Toomey about the painful accident that nearly took his life.
Nick Luck went along to the aptly named Sydney Arms pub in Chelsea to talk to the first lady of Australian Racing - Gai Waterhouse. During the interview they spoke about a broad range of topics, including; Australian Racing, her upbringing, Fiorente winning the Melbourne Cup & her time in England.
Nick Luck is joined by James Willoughby, Charlie Fellowes & Britney Eurton to discuss the week's racing Talking Points. Ascot Bans / Bet Restrictions / International / Super Powers / Withdrawals / Hollendorfer.
Episode 29 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Reflecting on Royal Ascot, Nick Luck was joined by the James Willoughby, US Broadcaster Britney Eurton, Royal Ascot winning trainer Charlie Fellowes & Victoria Racing Club’s Amanda Elliott. We also heard a snippet from out extended interview with Australian training legend Gai Waterhouse.
Nick Luck was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by retiring trainer Jeremy Noseda who spoke openly about the highs & lows of his training career, plus reflected on the timing of calling it a day.
Nick Luck is joined by Lee Mottershead & Oisin Murphy to discuss the week's racing Talking Points. Female Jockeys / McEvoy/McDonald / Aussie Prize Money / Masar / Hancock / Byrnes / World Pool.
Episode 28 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Nick Luck is joined by the RP’s Lee Motterhead, NZ trainer Michael Pitman, Jockey Oisin Murphy & retiring trainer Jeremy Noseda. We start the Pod with an emotional chat with NZ Trainer Michael Pitman on his tough journey to Royal Ascot. Oisin gave us the lowdown on the past 12 months & his hopes for the season. We also chatted to Jeremy on the joys of his career & retiring at a good time. Plus we heard a teaser of our sitdown inte...
Nick Luck was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by New Zealand Trainer Michael Pitman who shared his life/ racing journey & his joy at having a runner at Royal Ascot with Enzo’s Lad.
Rishi Persad was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by former Champion Jockey Seb Sanders. During the chat they spoke about Seb’s struggles with his weight, working with Sir Mark Prescott, some of his career highlights & what he is up to now.
Rishi Persad is joined by Harry Bentley, James Willoughby & Dave Yates to discuss the week's racing Talking Points. Syndicates / Derby Wednesday / Anapurna / Noseda / Corky / Prize Money / Clashes.
Episode 27 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Rishi Persad is joined by the jockey Harry Bentley, Dave Yates, James Willoughby & former Champion Jockey Seb Sanders. During the show we spoke to the Harry about the early stages of his career & riding for Qatar Racing. We also reflected on the feature races from Haydock on Saturday. Plus Seb Sanders spoke about the latter part of his career and struggles with his weight, mentioning the ride he is most proud of.
Tom Stanley was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by newly retire jockey Pat Smullen. During the chat they spoke about Pat’s brave battle with Cancer, how his life has changed over the past 12 months & his tough decision to hang up his saddle.
Tom Stanley is joined by Jim McGrath & Sarah Lynam to discuss the week's racing Talking Points. Racing v Other Sports / Funding / Epsom Training Centre / Training / Mental Health / Enable’s Campaign / Jockeys.
Episode 26 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Tom Stanley is joined by top broadcaster Jim McGrath, Irish trainer Sarah Lynam & Former Derby winning jockey Pat Smullen. During the show we look back at the Derby & Oaks from Epsom. We spoke to Sarah about the challenges facing her as a new trainer in Ireland. We also chatted to Pat on what has been a tough 12 months for him personally & his decision to hang up his saddle. Plus Christina Blacker caught up with US based French jo...
Nick Luck was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by The RCA’s new CEO David Armstrong. During the chat they spoke about what awaits him in the job, what he brings to the role & things he hopes to improve upon.
Nick Luck was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by Sheikh Fahad Al-Thani. During the chat thye spoke about what is good about British Racing, Champions Day, Qatar Racing & his star horse Roaring Lion.
Episode 25 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Nick Luck is joined by the new CEO of the RCA David Armstrong, Andrew Cooper, James Willoughby, Neil Channing & Sheikh Fahad Al-Thani. During the show spoke to the David about some of the challenges he’ll face in his new role. We also reflected on the feature races from the Craven meeting. Finally we chatted to Sheikh Fahad about what is good about British racing & the success of the QIPCO Champions Day.
Nick Luck was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by Racing commentator & all-round racing personality Derek Thompson. During the chat Nick tried to uncover what is real and what is made up in his racing persona.
Nick Luck was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by the recently retired Group 1 winning Jockey Fran Berry. Following his recent career ending injury he chatted over some of his career highlights, which included a Cheltenham Festival winner. He also spoke about what drove him to become a top jockey & the influence his father had on him.
Nick Luck is joined by Stuart Williams, Jerry McGrath & Fran Berry to discuss the week's racing Talking Points. Brendan Powell / Robbie Dunne / Lingfield / Ayr Ground / Shoemark / BHA/Trainers / Buick Ban.
Episode 24 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Nick Luck is joined by Trainer Stuart Williams, Former Jockey Fran Berry, Jockey Jerry McGrath & Racing Personality Derek Thompson. During the show we reflect on Saturday’s feature races from Newbury, Naas & Ayr. Fran Berry chatted about his recent retirement & what’s coming next. We also scratched the surface on what makes Derek 'Tommo' Thompson tick. Finally we finished with a phone chat with the co-owner of Supermare Winx, refl...
Nick Luck was joined in the Luck On Sunday studios by Grand National winning jockey Daryl Jacob. He reflected on what has been a good season. He also spoken about his relationships with past trainers Robert Alner, Paul Nicholls, plus his current retainers Simon Munir & Issac Souede.
Nick Luck is joined by Dave Yates & Daryl Jacob to discuss the week's racing Talking Points. No. Of Runners / Sales / Welfare / Phelps / Berry / Geraghty / Festivals.
Episode 23 of the Luck On Sunday 'Best bits' Podcast. Following the Grand National meeting, Nick Luck was joining by The Mirror’s Dave Yates, plus jockeys Daryl Jacob, Jonjo O’Neill Jr & Tabitha Worsley. During the show we reflected in-depth on the Grand National & Aintree meeting.
