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Horses Races Now
Hosted by Kenny McPeek & Teague Ridge · ENGLISH
Whether you’re a seasoned racing enthusiast or new to the sport, this podcast offers a captivating look at the dedication, skill, and passion that go into the art of horse training with the renowned horse trainer Kenny McPeek. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business and gain a deeper appreciation for the world of horse racing.
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Kenny McPeek CALLS His Kentucky Derby Shot 👀
2w ago00:48:14Tap to summarizeThe Kentucky Derby is here… and Kenny McPeek is breaking it ALL down.From top contenders to deep longshots, Kenny gives his full Derby analysis, including:🏇 His TOP PICKS to win the Derby💰 Undervalued horses the public is sleeping on👀 Why Baffert’s horse could dominate🔥 A deep dive into Renegade, Potente, and more🎯 The best betting angles for Derby weekendPLUS…🚨 Kenny goes OFF on the current state of racing:The state vets controversyWhy horses are getting scratched at record ratesAnd what it means for the future of the sportYou also get exclusive backside access at Churchill Downs, including:Behind-the-scenes footage from Derby weekInsight into how entries and jockey decisions are madeInterviews from inside the barn💡 Kenny’s Final Picks (Don’t Miss This):PotenteRenegadeIncredibleGolden Tempo(And why one of these could shock the world…)🎯 Whether you’re betting the Derby or just love horse racing — this episode gives you a true insider edge.👉 Download the Horse Races Now app📲 Subscribe for more insider horse racing content🎥 Weekly breakdowns, betting strategies & exclusive interviews
Transcribe →White Abarrio STUNS + Kenny McPeek Sounds Off, Derby Prep & Right to Party
3w ago00:43:37Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Horse Races Now, Kenny McPeek brings the heat with one of his most unfiltered conversations yet.Fresh off a massive weekend in racing, Kenny breaks down the stunning performance of White Abarrio—and why the victory was about much more than just winning. From controversial vet scratches to legal battles and industry-wide frustrations, this episode dives deep into one of the biggest debates in horse racing today.🔥 Topics Covered:White Abarrio’s Statement WinDominating top competition and proving a major pointWhy this victory is being seen as “revenge” for prior vet decisions Kenny McPeek UNFILTERED on State Vets“They’re failing the sport…”The growing tension between trainers and regulatorsWhy over-scratching is hurting owners and the gameSolutions for the FuturePET scans vs. visual inspectionsHow technology could fix breakdown concernsHolding trainers accountable vs. vet controlKentucky Derby Prep – Right to PartyTraining updates and race strategyWhy he’s a deep closer and what needs to happen to winInside look at workouts, gate prep, and Derby mindsetStable Updates & Race RecapsHolly’s Holiday dominant win at OaklawnRattle N Roll concernsGould’s Gold, Honey’s to Blame, East Village & moreJockey Talk: Chris ElliottCoaching a 19-year-old riderHonest breakdown of recent rides (good & bad)Horse Racing Industry IssuesCAW betting controversy (odds changing after the gate opens)Why bettors are frustrated—and possible solutionsTriple Crown debate + idea of a “Penta Crown”🐎 Key TakeawayThis episode isn’t just about races—it’s about the future of horse racing. From regulation and fairness to technology and accountability, Kenny lays out what needs to change… and why now is the time.🎯 Want to sponsor the podcast or reach a massive horse racing audience?Visit: https://horseracesnow.com/?page_id=348👍 Don’t forget to:Like 👍Subscribe 🔔Drop your thoughts in the comments (Kenny reads them 👀)🎧 Download the Horse Races Now app to follow racing at 1,200+ tracks worldwide.
Transcribe →Kenny McPeek Doesn’t Hold Back 🎤 + Horses to Watch This Weekend
4w ago00:52:52Tap to summarizeKenny McPeek is back and holding nothing back 🎤In this episode of Horse Races Now, Kenny speaks his mind on the biggest topics in horse racing right now—and as always, he tells it like it is.Plus, we dive deep into his barn as he breaks down every horse running this weekend, giving you insider insight, strategy, and a few names you’ll want to keep an eye on at the windows.With the road to the Kentucky Derby heating up and contenders like Right to Party making noise on the trail , this is the kind of behind-the-scenes intel you won’t find anywhere else.👉 Who does Kenny like this weekend?👉 Which horses are sitting on big performances?👉 And what’s really going on inside his stable?Hit play and get ahead of the field.#HorseRacing #KennyMcPeek #KentuckyDerby #HorseRacesNow
Transcribe →Right to Party Update + McPeek’s WINNING Picks This Week!
Apr 800:31:54Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Horse Races Now, we dive into the latest on Right to Party, what it means for the racing scene, and why fans should be paying attention right now.🔥 But here’s the can’t-miss part…Kenny McPeek gives an in-depth look at the horses in his barn running this week — and lines out some potential WINNERS. If you’re following the races or looking for insight you won’t find anywhere else, this is gold.Plus, we’re joined by Joe Clabes of the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund (PDJF) to talk about their upcoming fundraiser and the powerful mission behind supporting injured jockeys.💥 In this episode:Right to Party update and outlookKenny McPeek’s barn breakdown (horses running THIS week)Insider angles + potential winners 👀PDJF fundraiser details with Joe ClabesHow you can support the causeThis episode brings together insider racing intel + a powerful cause — don’t miss it.👉 Like, subscribe, and share to support the horse racing community!
Transcribe →Is Kenny McPeek Retiring in July?! 👀 (Listen Until the End) | HISA, TVG Exit & Top Horses
Apr 100:45:37Tap to summarizeKenny McPeek is back in the studio—and this episode has EVERYTHING.From a shocking retirement announcement (or is it? 👀) to major changes in the horse racing world, Kenny opens up like never before in this can't-miss episode of Horse Races Now.We dive into:Kenny’s current health and how it’s impacting his day-to-day lifeHis honest thoughts on HISA—and why he believes more solutions are neededThe looming exit of FanDuel & TVG from horse racing and what it means for the future of the sportWhy Horse Races Now could be positioned to step in and fill that media voidUpdates and breakdowns on his top horses and what’s ahead this seasonAnd then… there’s the big moment.Kenny hints at retiring this July— Or is it a different July?You’ll want to watch this one ALL the way through.
Transcribe →From Jockey to Riding Alongside Derby Winners 🎤 | Donna Barton Brothers Interview
Mar 2700:42:05Tap to summarizeWhat’s it like to ride alongside a Kentucky Derby winner… while delivering a live interview on national TV?This week on Horse Races Now, we sit down with legendary jockey turned NBC Sports reporter Donna Barton Brothers—one of the most unique voices in all of sports.Donna takes us behind the scenes of:Riding in the biggest races in the worldHer transition from over 1,100 career wins to national televisionWhat it’s REALLY like chasing down Derby and Breeders’ Cup winners on horsebackThe pressure of interviewing jockeys seconds after crossing the wireIf you love horse racing, the Kentucky Derby, or want a behind-the-scenes look at the sport from someone who has truly seen it all—this episode is a must-watch.👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and follow for more insider access to the world of horse racing.
Transcribe →Inside the Mind of a Derby Winner | Doug O’Neill on Nyquist & I’ll Have Another
Mar 2000:39:02Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Horse Races Now, we sit down with 2-time Kentucky Derby winning trainer Doug O’Neill, the man behind champions like I’ll Have Another, Nyquist, and Goldencents.Doug takes us inside his incredible journey—from working as a hotwalker to reaching the pinnacle of horse racing—and shares behind-the-scenes stories from his biggest victories on the sport’s grandest stage.We dive into:🔥 The unforgettable 2012 Triple Crown run with I’ll Have Another🏆 Winning the Kentucky Derby (twice) and what it really takes🐎 How he develops elite racehorses from the ground up🎯 His training philosophy and what separates great horses💼 The evolving landscape of horse racing today💭 Lessons learned from adversity and staying at the topWhether you’re a racing fan, owner, or just love great sports stories—this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
Transcribe →How Horses Get Into the Hall of Fame 🏇 | Inside the Racing Hall of Fame with D.G. Van Clief
Mar 1300:31:53Tap to summarizeWhat does it take for a racehorse to become a legend? 🏇In this episode of Horse Races Now, trainer Kenny McPeek joins us as we go behind the scenes of one of the sport’s highest honors with D. G. Van Clief Jr., Chair of the Nominating Committee for the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.D.G. takes us inside the Hall of Fame selection process, explaining how horses, jockeys, trainers, and contributors are nominated and ultimately inducted into racing immortality.We discuss:🏆 The requirements for a horse to be nominated🗳️ Who votes on Hall of Fame inductees📋 How the nominating committee selects finalists📊 What factors matter most when evaluating a horse’s career🏇 How voters compare great horses from different eras🎉 What happens during Hall of Fame induction weekend in SaratogaFor racing fans who love the history of the sport, this episode gives a fascinating look at how the legends of horse racing are chosen and celebrated.
Transcribe →Meet the First Female Horse Racing Announcer | Jessica Paquette (PARX Racetrack)
Mar 600:28:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Horse Races Now, we welcome Jessica Paquette, the track announcer at PARX Racetrack and the first and only female race caller in North American thoroughbred racing.Jessica takes us behind the microphone to break down the incredible skill it takes to call a horse race in real time — from memorizing silks and post positions to tracking horses moving over 40 miles per hour down the stretch.She shares her journey into the sport, the challenges of breaking barriers in racing, and what race day preparation looks like before the horses even enter the gate. Jessica also talks about some of the most memorable races she’s called at PARX, the pressure of getting every call right, and what makes a truly great race caller.If you’ve ever wondered what goes on inside the announcer’s booth when the gates fly open, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.🏇 Topics include:Jessica’s path to becoming a race callerBreaking barriers as the first female race caller in North AmericaThe art and preparation behind calling a raceMemorable stretch battles at PARX RacetrackAdvice for young people looking to get into horse racing
Transcribe →Weekend Recap with Kenny McPeek: Race Results, Stable Updates & Listener Q&A
Feb 2000:34:47Tap to summarizeIt’s a full barn update on this episode of Horse Races Now as Kenny McPeek breaks down how his horses performed this past weekend — the good, the tough beats, and what’s next.Kenny takes us inside the strategy behind each run, what he saw from the saddle and the backside, and which horses are trending in the right direction as we move deeper into the season.Plus, we open up the mailbag. Kenny answers listener questions on training decisions, race placement, upcoming targets, and what fans should be watching for in the weeks ahead.If you love the inside perspective you can’t get from a past performance sheet — this is it.🎧 Subscribe, leave a review, and keep the questions coming!
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