On a special pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod, hear trainer Bob Baffert offer his side of the drug test that flagged Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit for an excess trace of an anti-inflammatory drug. Workout expert Bruno De Julio and trainer John Shirreffs also talk about the controversy. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod is available via free subscription from iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices...
May 09, 2021•46 min•Season 4Ep. 32
This week between the classics, the Triple Crown is still the main topic of conversation on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Steve Kornacki of NBC News talks about his successful pick of Medina Spirit in the Kentucky Derby, and he looks forward to next week’s Preakness. So does trainer Mike McCarthy, who sends his colt Rombauer to race at Pimlico. South Point’s Chris Andrews handicaps weekend races at Belmont Park. Every episode of the RFRP is available via free subscription at iHeart, Apple, Google,...
May 07, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 31
Las Vegas bookmakers turned handicappers Chris Andrews, Johnny Avello and Duane Colucci analyze all 20 horses to deliver their opinions and their picks for the 147th Kentucky Derby in this special pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. It is available via free subscription from iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as from VSiN.com/podcasts. The RFRP is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com...
Apr 28, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 4Ep. 29
Now based in Louisville, Ky., the Ron Flatter Racing Pod this week features trainer Steve Asmussen, who discusses his Kentucky Derby and Oaks horses, and Los Angeles Times special correspondent John Cherwa, who talks about how racing coverage has changed for him in recent years. There is also Twitter feedback in reaction to the ongoing dispute that has kept Nevada bettors off limits from a growing number of racetracks around the country. The RFRP is available now at iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotif...
Apr 23, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 28
On the road to Louisville, this week’s Ron Flatter Racing Pod originates from Tulsa, Okla., with conversations ranging from racing’s momentum during COVID to a big race this weekend. It features Nate Newby, the general manager of Santa Anita; Monomoy Girl’s trainer Brad Cox ahead of this weekend’s Apple Blossom showdown with Swiss Skydiver, and Horse Racing Radio Network’s Dan Mason and Horse Racing Nation CEO Mark Midland. The RFRP is available now at iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher an...
Apr 16, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 4Ep. 27
This final Las Vegas-based episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod features Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert previewing Concert Tour and Hozier in Saturday’s Arkansas Derby. Las Vegas Review-Journal turf writer Mike Brunker takes the long view of the road to the Kentucky Derby. DraftKings Sportsbook’s Johnny Avello handicaps weekend races, including the Arkansas Derby and the Lexington Stakes. The RFRP is available now at iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is spo...
Apr 09, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 26
From Santa Anita this week’s Ron Flatter Racing Pod provides a preview of Saturday’s three major Kentucky Derby preps. XBTV’s Zoe Cadman analyzes the Santa Anita Derby. Trainer John Sadler discusses undefeated Rock Your World's move from turf to dirt. VSiN’s Vinny Magliulo handicaps the Santa Anita Derby, the Blue Grass Stakes and the Wood Memorial. The RFRP is available now at iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your a...
Apr 02, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 25
This weekend’s Kentucky Derby preps are in the spotlight on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott talks about Nova Rags in the Florida Derby – plus Channel Maker’s bid to win the Dubai Sheema Classic. Gulfstream Park and Fox Sports TV analyst Acacia Courtney offers analysis from south Florida. Ralph Siraco of Race Day Las Vegas handicaps the weekend’s races. The RFRP is available for download every Friday morning and free subscription now at iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify, S...
Mar 26, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 24
The first major prep for the Kentucky Derby highlights the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Fair Grounds TV analyst Joe Kristufek previews the Louisiana Derby. Juddmonte USA general manager Garrett O’Rourke talks about Mandaloun’s chances in the race as well as other standout horses from his farms. DraftKings Sportsbook’s Johnny Avello handicaps weekend races. The RFRP is available for download every Friday morning and free subscription now at iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podc...
Mar 19, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 4Ep. 23
Jockey Florent Géroux will talk about his ride Saturday on Caddo River in the Rebel Stakes. Southern California handicapper/horseman Jon Lindo will discuss COVID-era challenges for racehorse owners. Rampart Casino sportsbook director Duane Colucci will handicap weekend races. The RFRP is available for download Friday and free subscription now at iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpo...
Mar 12, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 4Ep. 22
For the first time in a year the Ron Flatter Racing Pod is back at the track. This time it comes from Santa Anita, where one of three Kentucky Derby preps will be run this weekend. Hall of Fame jockey Gary Stevens talks about Life Is Good in the San Felipe Stakes. Trainer Brendan Walsh discusses his undefeated colt Maxfield in the Santa Anita Handicap. From Florida former NFL quarterback Shaun King previews the Tampa Bay Derby. South Point sportsbook director Chris Andrews handicaps these races ...
Mar 05, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 21
The Kentucky Derby trail reaches the Fountain of Youth Stakes this weekend at Gulfstream Park, and it is the focus of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Trainer Steve Asmussen talks about his top Derby prospect Jackie's Warrior. John Pricci of Horse Race Insider offers a preview from south Florida. VSiN’s Vinny Magliulo handicaps Saturday’s preps. There is also Twitter feedback and comments on Churchill Downs’ impending sale of Arlington Park. The RFRP is available for download Friday and free subscrip...
Feb 26, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 4Ep. 20
There is a growing awareness of the desire to bring more racial diversity to racing. How is the sport doing? In a special Black History Month panel on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod, the topic is discussed by Tonya Abeln of Churchill Downs Inc., Leon Nichols and Calvin Davis of the Project to Preserve African-American Turf History, trainer Graham Motion, Najja Thompson of the New York Thoroughbred Breeders and Aidan Butler of The Stronach Group. The RFRP is available for download and free subscripti...
Feb 19, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 19
The first win-and-you’re-in prep for the Kentucky Derby and the return of a 2020 champion highlight the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Fair Grounds track announcer John G. Dooley previews Saturday’s Risen Star Stakes in New Orleans. Darley America president Jimmy Bell discusses the upcoming return of 2020 juvenile champion Essential Quality. DraftKings Sportsbook’s Johnny Avello handicaps weekend races. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher...
Feb 12, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Kentucky Derby qualifying points are there for the taking in New York and Florida, and the Ron Flatter Racing Pod previews both of this weekend’s races. Trainer Harry Wyner talks about Withers Stakes favorite Capo Kane. Mike Henry of Tampa Bay Downs looks ahead to the Sam F. Davis Stakes. Paul Zilm of Circa Sports handicaps both preps. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn ...
Feb 05, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 4Ep. 17
This weekend’s Kentucky Derby preps at Santa Anita and at Gulfstream Park get the attention of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Two-time Derby-winning trainer Doug O’Neill discusses his bid to win the Robert B. Lewis Stakes, and outgoing Gulfstream TV analyst Jason Blewitt previews the Holy Bull Stakes. Rampart Casino’s Duane Colucci offers weekend handicapping, and there is a wrap-up of the Eclipse Awards. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, St...
Jan 29, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Gulfstream Park TV analyst Acacia Courtney offers insight into this weekend’s Pegasus World Cup on the regular weekly episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Also, Ed Musselman talks about why he decided to stop publishing Indian Charlie . The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is sponsored by 1/ST BET. More on Musselman at Horse Racing Nation : https://www.horseracingnation.com/news/Indian_Charlie_publishe...
Jan 22, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 4Ep. 15
They are Las Vegas bookmakers and longtime horseplayers who are plugged into Saturday’s Pegasus World Cup. Hear Chris Andrews, Vinny Magliulo, Duane Colucci and Johnny Avello analyze every horse in both the dirt invitational and the Turf on a special pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www...
Jan 22, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Season 4Ep. 14
On the new episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod, William Hill US CEO Joe Asher talks about the making of Kentucky Derby futures, trainer Michael Stidham discusses Manor House and Proxy on Saturday’s Lecomte Stakes card, and DraftKings Sportsbook’s Johnny Avello handicaps weekend races. The RFRP is sponsored by 1/ST BET. More from the Joe Asher interview at Horse Racing Nation. https://www.horseracingnation.com/news/An_inside_look_at_the_making_of_Kentucky_Derby_odds_in_Vegas_123 Learn more abou...
Jan 15, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 13
It has been 20 years since the book Seabiscuit: An American Legend was published. Author Laura Hillenbrand talks about it on this week’s episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Agent Scott Silver discusses a controversial New York rule that requires married jockeys to be coupled as one betting entry if they are in the same race. VSiN’s Vinny Magliulo will handicap weekend races. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/po...
Jan 08, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 12
A new year of Kentucky Derby preps come this week, and they are the main topic of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Trainer Bob Baffert discusses his top prospect Life Is Good as well as the ups and downs of the past year. XBTV’s Zoe Cadman previews featured stakes at Santa Anita. Rampart Casino’s Duane Colucci handicaps weekend races. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more a...
Jan 01, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Friends get together for a special Christmas Day episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Workout analyst Bruno De Julio, Horse Racing Nation CEO Mark Midland and longtime turf writer and journalist Jennie Rees share holiday stories plus thoughts about the year past and the one coming up. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpo...
Dec 24, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Kentucky Derby preps and contenders are the focus of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Trainer Todd Pletcher talks about his heavily bet 2-year-old Prime Factor and other standouts in his stable. Remington Park’s Dale Day discusses the road to the Derby coming through Oklahoma. Chris Andrews of the South Point in Las Vegas handicaps weekend races including the Los Alamitos Derby. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcas...
Dec 18, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Futures, issues, successes and tips are all on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Champion horseplayer Michael Beychok picks some long shots in the Kentucky Derby futures and has some strong opinions about medication in horse racing. Aqueduct riding champion Kendrick Carmouche talks about being one of the few Black jockeys in horse racing. DraftKings sportsbook’s Johnny Avello handicaps races this weekend. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, Stitc...
Dec 11, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Firenze Fire’s trainer Kelly Breen and Fox Sports handicapper Jonathon Kinchen from the In the Money Media Network discuss Saturday’s Grade 1 Cigar Mile Handicap on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Duane Colucci of the Rampart Casino handicaps weekend races, and there is Twitter feedback. The RFRP is available for download and free subscription at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podcasts. It is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodca...
Dec 04, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Grade 1 races the next two weeks are featured on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Hall of Fame trainer Shug McGaughey talks about Code Of Honor’s run in Friday’s Clark Stakes and Performer’s bid to win next week’s Cigar Mile. Mike Shutty, creator of the Super Screener, previews this week’s Clark and the Kentucky Jockey Club stakes at Churchill Downs. VSiN’s Vinny Magliulo handicaps races at Aqueduct and Del Mar. The RFRP is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheart...
Nov 26, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 4Ep. 6
A legendary columnist from New Jersey, a seasoned bookmaker from Las Vegas and the late Hall of Famer from Louisville are all on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Jerry Izenberg tells stories of his 70 years covering big races and other sports. South Point’s Chris Andrews handicaps weekend races. There is also an archived interview with the late Paul Hornung. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com...
Nov 20, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 4Ep. 5
An eventful Breeders’ Cup weekend in Kentucky is the subject of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Trainer Brad Cox talks about his four championship victories. Alicia Hughes of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association looks back on the races – plus an eventful sale that guaranteed the return of two star mares to the racetrack. The RFRP is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Nov 13, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 4
The Breeders' Cup championships are this week in Kentucky, and the Ron Flatter Racing Pod has bettors covered with two episodes this week. The latest includes NBC Sports’ and 1/ST BET’s Ed Olczyk and trainer Peter Miller, who tries to continue his dominance in the sprints. Still available is the handicappers pop-up with Chris Andrews, Johnny Avello, Duane Colucci and Vinny Magliulo going over every race. Both episodes are available at Apple, Google, iHeart, Spotify, Stitcher and at VSiN.com/podc...
Nov 06, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 3
The Breeders' Cup is not just one race. There are 14 championships for horseplayers to bet Friday and Saturday. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod offers two episodes this week to cover them. The first is this pop-up featuring Las Vegas experts Chris Andrews, Johnny Avello, Duane Colucci and Vinny Magliulo going over every race. The RFRP is sponsored by 1/ST BET. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Nov 04, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Season 4Ep. 2
