On the podcast we catch up with retired race caller Kevin Thompson. He excelled as a commentator in all three codes spending twenty years at Kembla and thirty years at Harold Park. Almost three years ago he suffered a stroke following multiple bypass surgery, leaving him with an impairment to his peripheral vision. He could call a race tommorow but isn't allowed to drive his car to the track.
Podcast number 13 features trainer Bryan Guy who has won 1000 races in Queensland since relocating from Rosehill in 2000. Bryan talks about the legacy established by his late father Ray Guy who was among Sydneys top trainers for many years. Through Bryan and his son Daniel, the name continues on its winning way.
On podcast 12 we catch up with champion jockey Tommy Berry who is back home after a topsy-turvy year in Hong Kong. Tommy faces the challenge of re-establishing his place among Sydneys powerful jockeys ranks. This interview was recorded the day before Tom rode Chautauqua in a crucial barrier trial at Rosehill.
Podcast Episode 11 features ever consistent Queensland jockey Jim Byrne, already the winner of four premierships. Jimmy has been chasing the remarkable Jeff Lloyd for the past two seasons, but has never been in better form. Super fit, and totally dedicated Jim Byrne is the complete professional jockey.
Our podcast guest is jockey turned trainer Tracey Bartley. This little bloke has ducked plenty of punches in the pursuit of a career he loves, including serious injuries and a debilitating ilness. 3 runners for 3 winners at the recent Scone Carnival and 3 Group 1 trophies on the shelf, are testimony to his talents.
A treat for Harness racing fans. We review the stellar career of the man they called "The Inter Dominion King". Brian Hancock won five grand finals as a driver, and five as a trainer. He worked at many jobs before settling on a career that would take him to the very top of Australia's training and driving ranks.
