The Amplify Horse Racing Podcast

Globetrotter Allyson Walker joins Annise, Kaitlin and Timothy to talk about her travels with Shirl's Speight for trainer Roger Attfield. He runs in the Dubai World Cup Carnival today (March 25) in the Dubai Turf. She also talks about their recent trip to Japan for the February Stakes, going to the Breeders' Cup and even what it's like working for D. Wayne Lukas. Don't miss the stories of this well-traveled horsewoman! Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

It's a week after Valentine's Day, and a week after Greenmount Farm's Sabrina Moore's Knicks Go baby was born! Listen to how that went and all of the work that goes into being an equine midwife, from the stresses to the successes. Sabrina has so many great stories and memories to share about foaling! Meanwhile, Kaitlin's horse Charles was not feeling the love on Valentine's Day with a couple of hiccups moving to his new barn, so Kaitlin was not able to join us. We can't wait to have her back for the next episode! We also wanted to give you a heads up before the show starts that we discuss some mature topics and use terminology relating to the reproductive cycle of the horse, so please use parental discretion. Thank you for doing so. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Annise hosts a step-by-step seminar on how to apply for the Godolphin Flying Start program (GFS). Featured speakers are first-year GFS trainees Orlaith Nangle, Alex Sausville, and Ben Triandafillou. They will tell viewers about their backgrounds prior to starting the course, provide an overview of the program syllabus, and walk you through the entire application process. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Annise, Kaitlin and Timothy are back to kick off Season 3 of the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast! Secretary of the American Graded Stakes Committee and Senior Director of Industry Relations and Development Andy Schweigardt joins the podcast to talk about how stakes races are graded. He discusses the process that goes into the reviewing the status of each race as well as the history behind graded stakes and their prestige. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Annise, Kaitlin and Timothy reflect on 2022 and look forward to 2023. They share their favorite moments, memories and lessons learned from the past year both in their personal and professional lives. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Kate Hunter of Marugai Racing joins Annise and Timothy to talk about her role in representing Japanese horses and connections for America's biggest races. She is at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, KY this week for the Breeders' Cup World Championships. After representing Japan's first tow winners last year, Loves Only You and Marche Lorraine, Kate represents Chain Of Love this, whose swan song will come in Saturday's Filly & Mare Sprint. She discusses plenty more about herself and the Japanese racing industry. You can learn more about Kate here: https://www.marugairacing.com/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Attorney Danielle Mayer (who specializes in equine law!) joins us to talk about the Horse Racing Women's Summit that was held Sept. 28 - 30 at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, CA. She has been a passionate horsewoman her whole life, but is new to horse racing, and shares what that new experience was like for her. She also discusses different aspects of the equine law field! You can learn more about the Horse Racing Women's Summit here: https://www.womeninracingsummit.com/ You can read more about Danielle here: https://www.buchalter.com/attorneys/danielle-mayer/#bio Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Dr. Rhonda Rathgeber of Hagyard Equine Medical Institute joins us to talk about the work she is doing for future veterinarians, as well as veterinarian career paths, the lifestyle, misconceptions and more. She even discusses the uses of equine acupuncture! You can learn more about Hagyard Equine Medical Institute here: https://www.hagyard.com/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Stephanie Hronis joins us to talk about the upcoming Horse Racing Women's Summit from Sept. 28 - 30 at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, CA. She discusses what it is like planning the event, some highlights of the event and the importance of having career development opportunities, particularly for women in male-dominated industries. In addition to the monumental event, Stephanie also talks about another big win of hers: Flightline's Pacific Classic tour de force. You can learn more about the Horse Racing Women's Summit here: https://www.womeninracingsummit.com/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Anna Ford joins the crew to talk about the importance of aftercare, as well as promote the Amplify Junior event at New Vocations. New Vocations is the oldest and largest Thoroughbred and Standardbred adoption facility in the United States, and Ford serves as its thoroughbred program director. Co-host Kaitlin Christopherson has a personal connection as she adopted Charles, her off track Thoroughbred, from New Vocations. This episode was recorded prior to the Aug. 27 Amplify Junior event. At the event children and their families learned about what Thoroughbreds can do after their racing careers and got to meet many horses as they toured the farm, and also watched a riding demonstration! You can learn more about New Vocations here: https://www.newvocations.org/ Amplify Junior invites children 12 and under and their parents and guardians to learn about the Thoroughbred horse racing industry! You can learn more here: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/amplifyjunior/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Horse Country's executive director, Hallie Hardy, joins us to talk about the work that she does in connecting tourists and fans to the horses and land of Kentucky. She discusses some of her favorite moments and experiences in her work, as well as analyzing the impact of Kentucky's equine industry. You can visit Horse Country's website here: https://visithorsecountry.com/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation president Jamie Haydon joins Annise, Kaitlin and Timothy to talk about the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit, which was on June 22. Jamie discusses the different topics presented at the summit and as well as other projects that the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation is funding. You can watch the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit on the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT1Hch0UZRSmAGRxryQGhOw/videos Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

It is summer and we are back! Annise and Kaitlin share what they have been up to in the past couple of months, and they also introduce new producer and co-host Timothy Littau! Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/ Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Hosts Kaitlin Christopherson and Annise Montplaisir are joined by Jodie Vella-Gregory, Manager of the Office of Innovation for 1/ST Racing, and Shona Rotondo, Co-Founder of Grand Slam Social, to discuss the inaugural Horse Racing Women's Summit that will take place at Santa Anita Park in September! The two guests also tell their stories of how they got involved in the Thoroughbred industry after coming from horse-showing backgrounds, and the characteristics that can help you kickstart and elevate your equine career. Jodie also talks about recent educational youth tours that the team at 1/ST Racing has been hosting to introduce kids to the world of racing.  To learn more about the Women's Summit, visit: https://www.toconline.com/inaugural-horse-racing-womens-summit-coming-to-santa-anita-park-this-autumn/ To learn more about pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry, visit: https://www.amplifyhorseracing.org/

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

The Amplify crew is back with a special guest! Former champion jockey and current Fox Sports racing analyst Richard Migliore joins us this week to discuss the importance of mentorship, finding your passion, balancing life and his experiences in the sport. Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

In our third episode, we welcome NMRHOF Communications Director Brien Bouyea to discuss the origins of the thoroughbred, the evolution of jockey riding styles, his career, writing two books, the new and improved National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame and much more! Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

In our second episode, we welcome Alicia Wincze-Hughes and Peter Rotondo Jr.  to the show to discuss the importance of the Pegasus World Cup and the Eclipse Awards! The Pegasus World Cup will air Saturday Jan. 23rd on NBC from 4:30-6:00pm ET The Eclipse Awards will air the following Thursday, Jan. 28th on TVG and at https://www.ntra.com/ For more information on all of these events, check out these links: https://www.ntra.com/eclipse-awards/ https://www.pegasusworldcup.com/ Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.

Welcome to the Amplify Horse Racing Podcast! In the first episode, you will meet co-hosts Kaitlin Christopherson, Joe Mason, and Annise Montplaisir, and learn about the educational resources promoted by Amplify. You will also hear why horses turn one year older on January 1st,  discussion of Tiz the Law's unexpected retirement, the Road to the Kentucky Derby and the prep races just around the corner! For more info on the Points System: https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2020-how-horses-qualify-the-kentucky-derby-beginners-guide Amplify Horse Racing promotes education, experiences, and careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Amplify's mission is “amplification” of the sport of horse racing, by supporting and enhancing the great things the industry is already doing, and developing new opportunities that lead us into the future. Amplify seeks to expand touchpoints and lower barriers to entry, welcoming all ages, backgrounds, organizations, initiatives, or riding disciplines to be involved. Its goal is to generate positivity, find common ground, and highlight areas for collaboration. Note: All opinions are shared solely for educational purposes.