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| Episode 33: Horse of the Year? (18:54) | |
| 11/12/2009 | Download File (17.31 MB) - right click to download | |
| A discussion of whom should be Horse of the Year, Rachel Alexandra or Zenyatta. Was Andrew Beyer wrong to say Zenyatta was a bad bet in the Classic? Host Derek Simon doesn't think so - and he explains why. Thoroughbred races from Churchill Downs and Delta Downs are analyzed, while Frank Cotolo offers some standardbred plays. | |
| Episode 32: 2009 Breeders' Cup Special Edition (81:03) | |
| 11/4/2009 | Download File (37.10 MB) - right click to download | |
| Interviews with ESPN's Randy Moss, along with Daily Racing Form columnist Mike Watchmaker and authors Steve Davidowitz and Alan Shuback. Derek Simon dissects the 2009 Breeders' Cup Classic, providing fair odds for each contender, while Frank Cotolo weighs in with some standardbred betting advice. | |
| Episode 31: BC Betting Facts (25:20) | |
| 10/29/2009 | Download File (23.20 MB) - right click to download | |
| Bob Mieszerski, former handicapper and turf writer for the Los Angeles Times, gives his thoughts on this year's Breeders' Cup. Derek Simon explains his Breeder's Cup BS. The Fayette Stakes from Keeneland is analyzed along with the Indiana Pacing Derby. | |
| Episode 30: Breeders Crown and BC Betting Bits (19:34) | |
| 10/22/2009 | Download File (17.93 MB) - right click to download | |
| An update of all the happenings on the road to the 2009 Breeders' Cup, including Gitano Hernando's defection from the Classic. Derek Simon explains "contrarian" handicapping and how it can lead to betting success. Frank Cotolo analyzes the Breeders Crown races from Woodbine Harness, while Derek Simon offers his thoughts on thoroughbred and quarter horse contests from Belmont Park, Laurel, Keeneland and Lone Star Park. | |
| Episode 29: Finding Value in the BC Classic (17:36) | |
| 10/15/2009 | Download File (13.90 MB) - right click to download | |
| Discussion of last week's juvenile stakes — the Frizette and Champagne — from Belmont Park, as well as the retirement of Sea The Stars. Derek Simon explains how to find value in marquee races like the Breeders' Cup and revisits the concept of "dutching." Selected thoroughbred races from Belmont Park, Keeneland, Hawthorne and Beulah Park are analyzed, along with a standardbred contest from Woodbine. | |
| Episode 28: Handicapping the BC Preps (23:25) | |
| 10/8/2009 | Download File (21.44 MB) - right click to download | |
| Discussion of last week's BC prep races and the future plans for Summer Bird, Quality Road and Sea the Stars. Derek Simon explains how to find value in the wagering pools, using last weekend's Jockey Club Gold Cup at Belmont Park as an example. Selected races from Belmont Park, The Red Mile, Keeneland and Oak Tree at Santa Anita are analyzed. | |
| Episode 27: BC Preps and The Arc (28:25) | |
| 10/1/2009 | Download File (26.01 MB) - right click to download | |
| Prolific author and Paris, France resident Mark Cramer discusses his new book “Tropical Downs” as well as Sunday’s Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe from Longchamp Racecourse, which features Euro superstars Sea The Stars and Stacelita. Selected races from Belmont Park, Mohawk Raceway, Finger Lakes, Hawthorne and Oak Tree at Santa Anita are analyzed. | |
| Episode 26: Wagering for Dummies (18:30) | |
| 9/24/2009 | Download File (16.94 MB) - right click to download | |
| Lava Man is coming out of retirement - presumably to join Herschel Walker in the MMA or to race again. Host Derek Simon discusses the possibilities and also talks about a thought-provoking article written by Steve Crist of the Daily Racing Form. Money management for dummies is discussed. Selected races from Belmont Park, Thistledown, Delaware Park and Mohawk Raceway are analyzed. | |
| Episode 26: Racing Podcast: Wagering for Dummies (18:30) | |
| 9/24/2009 | Download File (16.94 MB) - right click to download | |
| Lava Man is coming out of retirement - presumably to join Herschel Walker in the MMA or to race again. Host Derek Simon discusses the possibilities and also talks about a thought-provoking article written by Steve Crist of the Daily Racing Form. Money management for dummies is discussed. Selected races from Belmont Park, Thistledown, Delaware Park and Mohawk Raceway are analyzed. | |
| Episode 25: Frank Cotolo and the Canadian Trotting Classic (25:00) | |
| 9/17/2009 | Download File (22.89 MB) - right click to download | |
| Derek Simon gives his take on Rachel Alexandra's historic triumph in last weekend's Woodward Stakes at Saratoga and discusses racing's unique and diverse fan base. | |
| Episode 24: Andy Beyer and Woodward Wrap-Up (30:00) | |
| 9/10/2009 | Download File (27.48 MB) - right click to download | |
| Derek Simon gives his take on Rachel Alexandra's historic triumph in last weekend's Woodward Stakes at Saratoga and discusses racing's unique and diverse fan base. | |
| Episode 23: Steve Davidowitz and Rachel Alexandra (26:14) | |
| 9/3/2009 | Download File (24.02 MB) - right click to download | |
| Steve Davidowitz, author of "Betting Thoroughbreds for the 21st Century," offers his insights on track bias, synthetic surfaces and other handicapping factors. Saturday’s Woodward, featuring Rachel Alexandra, is discussed. "Dutching" is explained. | |
| Episode 22: Midsummer Derby Doings (20:30) | |
| 8/27/2009 | Download File (18.77 MB) - right click to download | |
| Discussion of the controversy surrounding the Amsterdam, which was won by Quality Road in track-record time. Explanation of the Racing Post Ratings in the Daily Racing Form. Analysis of Saturday’s Ballston Spa Handicap and the Travers Stakes from Saratoga. | |
| Episode 21: Analyzing the Alabama and the Breeders' Crown (20:29) | |
| 8/20/2009 | Download File (18.75 MB) - right click to download | |
| Discussion of the fussin' and feudin' between horse owner Jerry Jamgotchian and former California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) Chairman Richard Shapiro, along with a review of the Sword Dancer Invitational. | |
| Episode 20: Freshened Horse Fallacy (20:52) | |
| 8/13/2009 | Download File (19.11 MB) - right click to download | |
| Derek Simon discusses Rachel Alexandra, Zenyatta, Thorn Song, Summer Bird, and the Freshened Horse Fallacy. | |
| Episode 19: Hambletonian Handicapping (26:05) | |
| 8/6/2009 | Download File (23.88 MB) - right click to download | |
| Derek Simon discusses the 2009 Hambletonian with The Meadowlands’ track handicapper and television host Dave Brower. Analysis of selected races from Arlington Park, Saratoga and The Meadowlands, including the $1.5 million Hambletonian and the 27th running of the Arlington Million. | |
| Episode 18: Surefire Handicapping (23:00) | |
| 7/30/2009 | Download File (21.00 MB) - right click to download | |
| Updates on the weekend’s top races, including the Diana, the Jim Dandy and the Haskell, as well as commentary on Saratoga’s great opening day, Eoin Harty, Well Armed, Rachel Alexandra, Charitable Man, Kensei and Forever Together. Analysis of selected races from Charles Town, Del Mar, Louisiana Downs, Saratoga and Sam Houston Race Park. | |
| Episode 17: Steven Crist & Canterbury Claiming Crown Day (30:13) | |
| 7/9/2009 | Download File (27.66 MB) - right click to download | |
| Derek Simon discusses exotic wagering with Steven Crist, publisher of the Daily Racing Form. He also provides analysis of selected races from Belmont Park, Mohawk Raceway and Canterbury Park | |
| Episode 16: Evaluating Expectations and Handicapping (20:20) | |
| 7/9/2009 | Download File (18.62 MB) - right click to download | |
| Steve Asmussen and Rachel Alexandra are discussed, the advantages of low expectations are explained and weekend races from MOH, M and PHA are analyzed. | |
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