On The Coalface

Evolving - Simon Mockridge/Juddmonte

Reflection on Times

Mick and David Easterby - Reflection on Times

Nick Luck - Role Reversal

Ed Harper - Survival

This month we are joined by Ed Harper, owner and manager of Whitsbury Manor Stud, who discusses his road to success.

Tony Lacy - Keeneland Past, Present & Future

No background, no barrier to success

This month we welcome Conor Quirke to the podcast. Conor came into the industry with no background in horses and has achieved a huge amount of success, most notably purchasing Big Evs and Big Mojo. He is an example to the next generation. Tune in to hear Conor's story to success.

Evolution

This month On The Coalface, we're thrilled to welcome Matt Eaves from Star Bloodstock. As we dive into the peak of the yearling season, Matt will share his insights on the current market and the impact of new technology in the industry. With the rise of AI, could we see a future where Bloodstock Agents are replaced? Tune in to hear Matt's thoughts on this intriguing topic and more.

Father In Law with Philip Newton

Philip Newton is a prominent figure in our industry, serving as the dedicated TBA Chairman. With a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the field, Philip had been instrumental in driving the organization toward success. Join us on our podcast, On the Coal Face, as we explore the remarkable journey and insight of Philip Newton. Kindly sponsored by Saracen Horse feeds, The Racing Manager and Oliver St. Lawrence.

Both Barrels Flat/Jump with Bertrand Le Metayer

In our new episode, We welcome our first French guess, one of the most renowned Bloodstock Management Advisor in Ftance. Bertrand followed into his father's step, sending some of the first French top jumpers in Ireland and England. his Worldwide cursus took him to Ireland (Tattersalls Ireland), Britain (Tattersalls), South Africa (Summerhil & Varsfontein Stud) and Kentucky (Keeneland). A Tattersalls French representative since 2000, Bertrand had always kept a keen interest in Jump racing. He...

Ep 12: Hunting

Join us on this enlightening episode of our podcast as we delve into the world of hunting with two distinguished guest : Sir Mark Prescott, a prominent figure in the horse racing industry known for his expertise in training with over 2000 winners to his name, including Alpanista, winner of the 2022 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. and David Redvers, a renowned Bloodstock agent and founded of Tweenhills Stud in 1995. He have purchased Roaring Lion, Lightning Spear, Havana Gold, Elm Park, Mangoustine ec...

Ep11: The Road Ahead with Patrick Veitch

Patrick Veitch studied mathematics at Cambridge University but soon find himself devoting more to the horses than the algorithms. He is widely regarded as one of the most successful gamblers. He made over 10 millions in profit from betting between 1999 and 2007. However, his success has not come without controversy, and his life had been marked by both triumph and tragedy. In his autobiography, titled "Enemy Number One: The Secrets of the UK's Most Professional Punter," Veitch details his journe...

Ep10 : The Way Forward with Bill Dwan and David Cox

This month, I am joined by Bill Dwan and David Cox from Baroda Stud. Nestled in the picturesque county of Meath, The Castelbridge Stud stands out as premier European thoroughbred sales consignor. The company wealth of experience and unwavering professionalism ensure a top-tier service for both vendors and purchasers. Baroda stud is one of Ireland's best farms. Situated in the heart of the renowned thoroughbred county Kildare. Baroda and Rosetown Stud Farms are set on 400 acres and provide excell...

Ep9: Everything with Roger O'Callaghan

Tally-Ho Stud is located close to Lough Ennell in Co. Westmeath on limestone land which has produced horses for three-quarters of a century. The stud has been under the ownership of Tony and Anne O’Callaghan for over 40 years who manage the enterprise with their sons Roger and Henry. During that time, Tally-Ho have built a reputatation that see's them recognised as one of the leading consignors of thoroughbreds in both Ireland and England. Hear from Roger O'Callaghan as he talks everything Tally...

Ep8: The past and present with Eve Johnson Houghton

Eve started training in 2007 and had a flying start with 22 winners and has continued on an upward curve ever since, consolidating her position as a leading lady trainer. The 2018 season saw Eve scale new heights with her breakthrough Group 1 & Royal Ascot winner Accidental Agent who scored in fine style in the Queen Anne stakes. In recent seasons team Woodway has also had other notable successes from the likes of The Cheka, What About Carlo, Scarlet Dragon & Magnolia Springs. Going forw...

Ep7: Performance and Politics with Ralph Beckett

Ralph started as stable lad in 1989, spending a year in Australia working for Colin Hayes and others. He then did two seasons with Jimmy Fitzgerald, a summer in Belmont, New York, and two and a half years with Arthur Moore. After a season with Martin Pipe, he went to work for Peter Walwyn as his assistant in 1996. He took over from Peter in 2000, training 105 winners from Windsor House in Lambourn. His best performer whilst there was the G3 Fred Darling winner Penkenna Princess, who was a short-...

EP6: Off The Cuff with Nick Bradley

Nick has placed horses in his management to win over 200 races and his knowledge of the race fixture book is second to none. By the start of the 2016 turf season Nick had spent £2.2 million in the sales ring on behalf of his owners since 2009, during the same period the same bloodstock returned just over £5 million, with 40% of the horses still to be sold. Such an extraordinary return has been achieved spotting the talents of equine stars who were sold for up to 30 times their purchase price. Si...

Ep5: Resilience with Charles Gordon-Watson

Having grown up on a stud farm, horses have always been a passion for Charlie and his reputation as a fine horseman has helped him establish one of Europe’s most successful bloodstock agencies. For over 35 years Charlie has been purchasing top-class bloodstock which continue to compete at the top level across the globe. Among many career highlights Charlie has purchased 10 Classic winners, including Epsom Derby hero Kris Kin and 2000 Guineas winner King’s Best , and the winners of 63 Group 1 rac...

Ep4: Where have all the horsemen/women gone?

John Francome MBE (13 December 1952) is a former National Hunt Champion Jockey, television pundit and author. At sixteen years old he became apprentice to Lambourn trainer Fred Winter and so began his career as a jockey. He rode a total of 1,138 winners, his last being in April 1985. He was Champion Jockey seven times, between 1976 and 1985 and is dubbed the best jockey never to have won the Grand National. After retiring, Francome was awarded the MBE in 1986 for services to racing. He was a tra...

Ep3: Breeze-up Sales with John Cullinan

"Breeze-up horses are tougher, more durable, see the racecourse more often and last longer" Hear from Jamie Railton and John Cullinan, Joint Head Of The Breeze-up Consignors Association on all things Breeze-up Sales, how John got into the industry, some funny stories and global industry chat!

Ep2: Shadwell going forward with Angus Gold

Angus Gold has been Racing Manager at Shadwell for over 30 years! He is a well-known figure at racecourses and sales complexes all around the globe! On this second episode of On The Coalface you will enjoy hearing Jamie Railton and Angus discuss the following topics: - Shadwell going forward following the restructure after the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum. - The global racing industry over the past 10 years and the future of racing - Stable Staff crisis - As well a...

Ep1: New Stallions with Joe Foley

Joe Foley wears many hats in the bloodstock world. First and foremost he is the owner and manager of Ballyhane Stud in County Carlow, while in recent years he has overseen his friend Steve Parkin’s growing Clipper Logistics racing and breeding operation. Hear from Jamie Railton and Joe Foley as they discuss new stallions with first runners and yearlings as well as other relevant bloodstock topics.