A Family Passion at the Heart of Indian Racing with Dashmesh Stud Farm’s Tegbir Brar. Today on The Racing Heart Podcast we are joined by the head of the Dashmesh Stud Farm in India, Tegbir Brar. We find out about how he grew up in a horse racing family, about the history of the sport in India, and how the racing community overcomes the unique climate challenges. Tegbir shares about how easy it is to be a student of this international game regardless of where you live, and the role that technology plays in keeping the industry alive and accessible. We discuss our mutual passion for Japanese racing and he gushes about the horse that has gained them international acclaim and pays tribute to the famous man the horse was named after. A passionate advocate of the enjoyability of the sport, Tegbir encourages everyone to go for a fun day at the races. For all of this and more, be sure to join us! Key Points From This Episode: A special dedication from Walter Tendler about racing and friendship. About Tegbir’s growing up and working on the farm. Why their stud farm is the only of its kind in the country. How the climate challenges in India are circumvented. More about the history of racing in India. The star of their stud, Sir Cecil and the reasons behind his name. Why the game is so dynamic. Links mentioned on today's episode:      Tegbir Brar on Twitter —https://twitter.com/dashmeshstud Dashmesh Stud Farm — https://www.facebook.com/DashmeshStud/ Sir Henry Cecil — https://www.theguardian.com/sport/blog/2013/jun/11/sir-henry-cecil-charming-gifted Bobby Frankel — https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2017-bobby-frankel-natural-horseman Bangalore Derby 2018 on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQ9v3vq0FkM www.racingheartpodcast.com   

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EP 08: Family Passion at the Heart of Indian Racing: Dashmesh Stud's Tegbir Brar

In Episode 07 we welcome the founder of Old Friends, Michael Blowen. As a film critic turned horse farm owner, Michael has seen many sides of life but has nurtured a love of racing since his late-twenties. Introduced to horse racing by his editor at The Boston Globe, he was immediately attracted to the gambling and racing lifestyle, eventually finding his way to a love of the beautiful animals.  Old Friends Farms's objective to give a dignified retirement to as many horses as possible and allow the public to interact with them.  Michael is a natural storyteller and this episode is filled with so much honesty and warmth you can practically feel it through the speakers! For a great conversation with a wonderful human, be sure to tune in! Key Points From This Episode: A special dedication from Dana Myers! Some information on Old Friends and what they do. The residents at the retirement farm. Old Friends’ grounds and how they started. Michael’s first experiences of racing and the first horse he fell in love with. Getting trained by the horses at the farm. Rethinking the way that retired horses are treated. Some of the important characters that have helped Michael along the way. The best thing that has happened to Michael in his racing journey. Michael’s wife Diane and her role in realizing his hopes and dreams. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   Old Friends — http://www.oldfriendsequine.org/ Old Friends on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/oldfriendsequine Old Friends on Twitter — https://twitter.com/oldfriendsfarm?lang=en Racing Heart Show on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/RacingHeartShow/ Racing Heart Show on Twitter — https://twitter.com/RacingHeartShow    

Episode 07: Old Friends Founder Michael Blown-A Former Movie Critic Innovates Race Horse Retirement

Welcome back to the Racing Heart Podcast.  Our guest today is Jason Beem, Head of Content for BetAmerica Radio Network, author, track announcer and creator of the Twitter-based comedy racing award show, the Beemies! We talk about humour, creativity, fulfillment, and his own journey with mental health. Jason brings so much laughter and joy into the world and he brings it to this episode too.  Jason talks about the craft of race calling, his book South Bound, the struggles he faced with gambling, anxiety and depression and the healing effects of community and familial support. We had not spoken in about a decade, so apart from being a lovely podcast episode, it is also just a great catch up conversation between friends. For all this and more be sure to join us for this one! Key Points From This Episode: A special dedication about the work of Racing Welfare. The Beemie Awards and their iconic status on Twitter! Jason’s first love at the racecourse. A first job in racing and the beginning of the career arc that Jason took. Identifying depression and Jason’s support network in Portland. How Jason pulled the plug on his job to recharge. Jason’s book and acknowledging the problem of too much gambling. The fulfillment that Jason has found through his work in racing. And much more! Racing Heart Show on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/RacingHeartShow/ Racing Heart Show on Twitter — https://twitter.com/RacingHeartShow Racing Welfare — https://racingwelfare.co.uk/ Jason Beem — https://jasonbeem.com/ Jason Beem on Twitter —https://twitter.com/beemieawards South Bound — https://www.amazon.com/Jason-Beem/e/B00J8NPDTI BetAmerica Radio Network — https://www.betamerica.com/barn Captain Condo — http://wtboa.com/WaTbStats/HOF_CaptCondo.htm  

Episode 06: Beemie Awards Creator Jason Beem on Humour, Creativity, and Mental Health

Welcome back to The Racing Heart Podcast. Today on the show our guest is Nathan Horrocks from Equine Productions. A former jockey and also the inventor of the Jockey Cam with his partners at Equine Productions, Nathan has a long history with the sport and has now created a company dedicated to bringing the love and excitement of horse racing to a wider audience in a more dynamic way. Equine Productions utilizes the style and mood of extreme sport broadcasting for the filming of horse racing, creating a vastly different type of spectacle to traditional racing footage. In our conversation, we cover the beginnings of the company and the motivations behind its birth. We also go into Nathan’s deep roots in the sport and how he learned to love it himself in his teenage years. Nathan gives us great insight into his early experiences, important characters, and the first time he fell in love with a horse. For all of this and more, be sure to join us! Key Points From This Episode: A special dedication from Beccy about her retired racehorse Fruity O'Rooney. Mixing the spirit of the sport with the creative side of film. Nathan’s family’s history in horse racing and following in their footsteps. The first horse that Nathan looked after and fell in love with. Nathan’s path from starting out as a jockey to a different career in horse racing. The greatest lesson that Nathan learned from horse racing. Nathan’s love affair with Many Clouds. Why Nathan thinks that owners are the most important people in racing. Some of the important people that have helped Nathan along the way. And much more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: www.racingheartpodcast.com  The Racing Heart Show on Facebook The Racing Heart Show on Twitter Nathan Horrocks on Twitter Equine Productions — https://equine-productions.com/ The Supreme Test    Get Your Heart Jumping Many Clouds - The People's Horse   Oliver Sherwood — http://www.oliversherwood.co.uk/ Nick Bentley — http://www.nickbentleyjockeyacademy.com/

Episode 05: Jockey Cam Inventor Nathan Horrocks on Falling in Love with Horse Racing.

On today’s episode we welcome Andrew Black, a founder of the betting exchange Betfair and the co-owner of Chasemore Farm with his wife Jane. With Betfair Andrew and his company revolutionized modern betting in the UK and around the world by using the burgeoning resources and platform of the data driven Internet to bring betting into a new era. In our conversation we mostly talk about Andrew’s personal story and relationship with the sport of horse racing, from his earliest trackside memories to his connection to current horses and breeding beautiful, successful racehorses. Our chat is really touching and Andrew’s stories show how being around animals often brings us closer to life, death, great triumph, and great loss.  For an poignant and generous conversation please be sure to tune in! Key Points From This Episode:   Listener story: A special message about nurse mares from Debbie Pabst of Blue Ribbon Farm, Washington USA. Andrew’s first memories with a racehorse. The story of Andrew’s career arc and unusual journey to his current role. How thinking about betting and breeding horses have similarities for Andrew. The story of Royal Ascot winner Ceiling Kitty and how an employee engagement promotion at Betfair led to a story of great triumph and incredible loss. A miraculous birth and a touching experience for Andrew. Arthur Kitt’s special victory and comparing him to his mother. Life, death and breeding horses. And much more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: www.RacingHeartPodcast.com Racing Heart Show on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/RacingHeartShow/ Racing Heart Show on Twitter — https://twitter.com/RacingHeartShow Chasemore Farm — https://www.chasemorefarm.co.uk/ Andrew Black on Twitter — https://twitter.com/bertthebold Blue Ribbon Farm www.BlueRibbonFarm.com  

Episode 04: Betfair Founder Andrew Black on Breeding, Betting, Heartache, and Triumph

Episode 3 of The Racing Heart Podcast features a conversation with Carlisle Racecourse General Manager Molly Dingwall.  One of the youngest General Managers in the United Kingdom Molly shares her passion for racing, serving her customers, and tales of switching sides of the fence and becoming a jockey in a charity race and how that helps her be a better administrator. We also feature a dedication that takes us from Canada to Australia across decades in racing as a listener thanks two horses that keep him going to the track.  You can follow along with Molly and Carlisle Racecourse at the links below https://www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/carlisle/  Twitter: @CarlisleRaces & @Molly_D1 Have a story you want to share with us?  Get in touch! And follow us on Twitter or Facebook @RacingHeartShow or on our website www.racingheartpodcast.com    Other things mentioned in the show: Trainer Gordon Elliot https://gordonelliottracing.co.uk  Point To Point Racing https://pointtopoint.co.uk/index/guide-to-ptp  Morphettville Racecourse is South Australia https://www.morphettville.com.au/racing  Fort Erie Racetrack https://www.forterieracing.com 

Episode 03: Small Racecourse and Big Passion with Molly Dingwall

In this episode we have a conversation with US Sports Betting icon Roxy Roxborough about how horse racing has been the center pin for his most importantfriendships. Roxy is a pioneer in US sports betting and has been recognized among the 10 Most Influential People in Gaming.  However, it’s horse racing that has played an important role in his life since he was a young kid in Canada.  We get to talk to him about: Early escapades at the Track and the role racing plays in his life today. Stories about the KG’s Club that Roxy and his racing friends started. The impact his friend and horse ownership mentor Bob Levy had on him and why it’s better to share horse ownership with friends. The first race horse that Roxy still remembers today. One thing that Roxy would tell everybody about racing. Sports journalist Dick Jerardi leaves us a message to tell us more about the impact of Bob Levy and we also hear a listener’s dedication about an important group of friends and a now-gone race track in California.  

Episode 02: Roxy Roxborough on Horse Racing & Friendship

Episode 01:  A Conversation with Global Racing Photographer, Liesl King. “I discovered very quickly that horses run faster than lions!” — Liesl King  Welcome to the very first episode of The Racing Heart Podcast. This show is all about creating a space to tune in and connect to the great stories about horse racing from around the world. It’s a place to hear about the horses and people that have impacted lives or touched our hearts as part of this great sport. On today’s episode we welcome Liesl King, a horse racing photographer and journalist from South Africa who travels all over the world, photographing the best Group One events, and all the while really loving the horses themselves. Inside this episode, Liesl shares a perspective and voice that we don’t always hear from in the racing world, and illuminates just how global the love of horse racing is today. In our conversation, Liesl talks to us about risking lightning to capture the perfect photo, her hilarious first encounter with British royalty, and tells us about a particular horse character who’s both her nemesis and favorite. For an incredible conversation, keep listening to hear it all!   Key Points From This Episode: A listener’s dedication to his grandfather; Anthony Oppenheimer. More about Liesl and her job as a racing photographer. Liesl’s career transition from accounting and law to journalism and photography. Why it is so important that you are passionate about what you do. How Liesl uses her artistic background to capture beauty on her camera. The first race horse that Liesl met; Fearless Streaker. Best thing that’s happened to Liesl because of horse racing. The hilarious story of when Liesl met the Queen of England. How Liesl is paying it forward, now mentoring other photographers. One of Liesl’s favorite characters (who is also her nemesis) in the sport. The one thing everyone should experience at a horse race, according to Liesl. And much more!   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Liesl on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/liesl.king.3 Racing South Africa — https://www.safhorse.com/ Racing Heart Show on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/RacingHeartShow/ Racing Heart Show on Twitter — https://twitter.com/RacingHeartShow  

Episode 01: A Conversation with Global Racing Photographer Liesl King

Do you: Take holidays from work to go to a horse race?  Work in horse racing so you never have to go on holiday to do it? Have at least one important relationship that started because of horse racing? Know more generations of horse pedigrees than your own? Do you want to hear stories of connection, friendship, dedication and just lots and lots of conversation about the horses we’ve loved and the impact they’ve had on lives?  Then the Racing Heart Show is for you. My name is Susie Sourwine and since the first time I saw a racehorse I fell in love and made a life and career that has taken me around the world meeting other people who have felt the same.  Whether they were fans and bettors, owners and breeders, racecourse operators and trainers, there were so many emotional stories about their enjoyment of the sport and horses and days out with loved ones.  The world over it was always the same.  It didn’t matter which direction the horses ran in, on what surface, or in what language the race call. I wanted to create a place to connect and reconnect more people to the deeper narrative of horse racing.   This show is for the times we need more than the news about our sport.  And you get to be a part of it too!  Send in letters or record a message through the website of your story of the particular horses and people that have an impact on you.  Tell us about the personalities of horses you’ve loved, your pilgrimages to racing events all over the world, the people who have helped you and inspired you, your retired racehorses and their accomplishments, the stories of your greatest gambles and the life-changing scores that aren’t always about money.   This space is for you.  Each episode we’ll read and play your dedications and have a conversation with others who have reasons to love the sport too.  I hope you’ll enjoy it. Head over to www.racingheartpodcast.com to send in your messages and subscribe on your podcast app of choice.

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Stories with heart about the people and animals that make horse racing the sport we love.

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