The Ron Flatter Racing Pod

Flightline's owner Kosta Hronis, trainers Peter Miller, Aidan O'Brien, Wesley Ward and Todd Pletcher and Super Screener creator Mike Shutty all talk about the Breeders' Cup at Keeneland. Hear them on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation. It is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From Keeneland, the Ron Flatter Racing Pod presents the sixth annual hard-core handicappers' pop-up episode previewing the Breeders' Cup. Horse Racing Nation experts Ed DeRosa, Sara Elbadwi and Jeff Bessa analyze all 14 races and offer betting tips for Friday and Saturday. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From Keeneland on this fifth-anniversary episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod, FanDuel TV analyst Caton Bredar, trainer Wayne Catalano and handicapper David Levitch have early thoughts about the Breeders' Cup pre-entries. Levitch also has advice for a weekend race at Keeneland. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, retired jockey Richard Migliore of Fox Sports and the New York Racing Association looks ahead to the Breeders' Cup. Trainer Jamie Ness talks about his four horses racing on Maryland Million day at Laurel Park. Charting Horse Value handicapper Jeff Bessa has tips for betting Saturday's late Pick 5 at Keeneland. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, workout analyst Bruno De Julio talks about what he is looking for in the mornings ahead of the 2022 Breeders' Cup at Keeneland. Trainer William Haggas talks about Saturday's British Champion Stakes, the last race for his undefeated colt Baaeed. Super Screener creator Mike Shutty handicaps weekend races. There also is listener and reader feedback about the growing trend for horsemen to skip the final preps before the Breeders' Cup. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod from Keeneland, trainer Kenny McPeek talks about the talented 2-year-olds he has running during opening weekend as they work toward the Breeders' Cup and start down the road to the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks. Keeneland executive and accomplished horseplayer Jim Goodman previews the fall meet that starts this week and ends next month with the Breeders' Cup. Horse Racing Nation's Sara Elbadwi handicaps weekend races, and you will hear insights from behind the scenes of the controversies that followed last weekend's Lukas Classic. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, trainer Eric Reed talks about the return of 80-1 Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike to Churchill Downs for this weekend's Lukas Classic. Andy Serling of the New York Racing Association and Fox Sports discusses the Woodward and Champagne stakes at the Belmont at Aqueduct meet. Horse Racing Nation handicapper Ed DeRosa offers his tips for weekend races at Aqueduct, Churchill Downs and Santa Anita. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation, available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, two-time Eclipse Award-winning trainer Brad Cox discusses Cyberknife and Tawny Port in their bids to win this weekend's $1 million Pennsylvania Derby. The big race at Parx also is a topic for conversation with longtime turf writer Dick Jerardi, who also discusses Philadelphia sports. Charting Horse Value creator Jeff Bessa handicaps weekend races, including the Penn Derby and the Cotillion Stakes. Listener feedback is focused on the Breeders' Cup and the Belmont Park meet being held at Aqueduct. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation, available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

The end of summer and the start of fall are in the spotlight on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Churchill Downs TV analyst Kaitlin Free talks about the opening of the September meet in Kentucky and Saturday's Iroquois Stakes, the first points prep for Kentucky Derby 2023. Del Mar president and COO Josh Rubinstein discusses why his track's summer meet was successful, how the momentum may carry on all year and the potential impact on racing from this fall's vote on sports betting in California. David Levitch handicaps weekend races at Churchill and Aqueduct. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation, available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From Kentucky Downs, hear a tribute to the life of Queen Elizabeth II. California Thoroughbred Trainers executive director Alan Balch is a friend of the royal family who offers his thoughts on Her Majesty's passing. Hall of Famer and horse owner Dan Issel tells basketball stories and talks about the unique turf meet at Kentucky Downs. Baaeed's trainer William Haggas weighs in on the debate over whether his horse or Flightline is the best in the world. Handicapper Sara Elbadwi focuses on weekend graded stakes at Canterbury Park, Pimlico and Kentucky Downs. They all are on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation, available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Flightline's return in this weekend's Pacific Classic highlights the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. In an episode originating from Del Mar, trainer John Sadler and handicapper Jon Lindo and Super Screener creator Mike Shutty preview the $1 million race. As a bonus, Jill Byrne of Colonial Downs looks ahead to Tuesday's Virginia Derby. Also, hear your feedback about the Bob Baffert appeal hearing in Kentucky. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

The $1.25 million Travers Stakes, this summer's biggest race, is the focus of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Jockey Florent Géroux discusses Cyberknife's bid to win the signature event at Saratoga. Morning-line writer David Aragona of TimeformUS previews the race and talks about the 2022 season. Ed DeRosa handicaps the Travers and other graded stakes at Saratoga and Del Mar. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Nest vs. Secret Oath. That rivalry will be renewed in this weekend's Alabama Stakes. Hear a preview with Tom Law of The Saratoga Special on this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Dual Hall of Fame trainer Mark Casse talks about his two horses in the Queen's Plate, the first of the 2022 Canada classics. Charting Horse Value's Jeff Bessa has weekend handicapping. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

This week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod is focused on Saratoga, Del Mar and Churchill Downs. Trainer Brendan Walsh talks about his horses in Saturday's runnings of the Arlington Million and Beverly D. Stakes. Free-lance racing journalist Rowan Ward of Chicago discusses the move of the Million card to Louisville as well as their upcoming return to compete on "Jeopardy!" David Levitch, the "Paddock Prince," handicaps weekend races at Churchill Downs and Saratoga, including the Million, the Beverly D. and the Fourstardave Handicap. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

This week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod features gallopers and trotters. From Saratoga, turf writer Tom Pedulla looks ahead to this weekend's Whitney Stakes featuring Life Is Good and Olympiad. Hall of Fame driver John Campbell previews Saturday's 97th Hambletonian, the richest trotting race in North America. Handicapper Sara Elbadwi offers tips for weekend races. In addition to listener feedback, there also are some personal thoughts about the passing of Vin Scully and Bill Russell. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod from Monmouth Park, Dallas Baker of BetMakers talks about the launch of fixed-odds wagering in New Jersey and plans to take it across the country. Trainer Brad Cox discusses Haskell winner Cyberknife, this weekend's San Diego Handicap at Del Mar for Mandaloun and the Jim Dandy at Saratoga with Tawny Port. Super Screener creator Mike Shutty handicaps weekend races. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From Monmouth Park, this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod has a bicoastal focus. Trainer Dale Romans talks about this weekend's $1 million Haskell Stakes. Longtime San Diego newspaper columnist Bryce Miller has stories in conjunction with the opening of the summer season at Del Mar. Ed DeRosa handicaps weekend races. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, the focus is on opening week of the 2022 meet at Saratoga. Jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. talks about Saturday's Diana Stakes, his recent riding title at Belmont Park and the rebuilt mile chute at Saratoga. Turf writer Tim Wilkin previews the biggest races of the summer in upstate New York. Handicapper Jeff Bessa has tips on some of this weekend's races, including Saturday's Diana and Sanford stakes. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, trainer Kenny McPeek outlines weekend plans for his horses like Tiz the Bomb and Classic Causeway in the Belmont Derby Invitational as well as his starters in the Indiana Derby and Oaks and Iowa Oaks. Calvin Davis and Leon Nichols of the Project to Preserve African-American Turf History talk about a movie project to remember 19th-century jockey Isaac Murphy's role in a famous 1890 match race. David Levitch handicaps Saturday races at Belmont Park. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

The life of the legendary broadcaster, gambler and horseplayer Hank "The Hammer" Goldberg is remembered in this special, pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Guests include former ESPN anchor Kenny Mayne, producers Steve Nagler and Kris Kugler and TV director Bob Fishman. Hank's appearances on previous episodes of the RFRP are also replayed. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, Juddmonte Farms manager Garrett O'Rourke has a look at 2021 Kentucky Derby winner Mandaloun's bid to win the Stephen Foster Stakes at Churchill Downs. John Furlong of NBC Sports looks at the Foster and the matchup between Life Is Good and Speaker's Corner in the John A. Nerud Stakes at Belmont Park. Horse Racing Nation's Sara Elbadwi handicaps weekend races. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From New York, the Ron Flatter Racing Pod delves into issues and stories with three members of the racing media. John Cherwa of the Los Angeles Times and Louis Rabaut of the Horse Racing Happy Hour talk about next week's launch of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act. John Scheinman in Baltimore discusses the evolution of racing in Maryland and its growth in Virginia. There also are stories about covering racing and sports around the world. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From New York, the Ron Flatter Racing Pod casts a gaze across the pond to the end of the Royal Ascot meeting. Trainer Wesley Ward discusses his latest visit to England as well as the horses he has racing late in the week. Turf writer Lee Mottershead of Racing Post previews some of the races on the final two cards. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

This weekend's Belmont Stakes and next week's Royal Ascot meeting will be previewed on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Trainer Todd Pletcher discusses his Belmont starters Mo Donegal and Nest. Celebrity chef Bobby Flay talks about his England-bound filly Pizza Bianca. Fox Sports and NYRA TV's Maggie Wolfendale Morley offers local insight into Saturday's big card at Belmont Park. Super Screener creator Mike Shutty has some handicapping nuggets about this weekend's final Triple Crown race of 2022. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

The hard-core handicappers are back to analyze the Belmont Stakes on a pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Ed DeRosa, Sara Elbadwi and Mark Midland of Horse Racing Nation delve into the pluses and minuses for each of the eight horses in Saturday's race. They also have tips elsewhere on Saturday's Belmont card. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, HorseCenter hosts Brian Zipse and Matt Shifman visit to talk about the year in racing and the Belmont Stakes, international jockey Mickaëlle Michel discusses her move to the United States, and Ed DeRosa handicaps weekend races. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, trainer Rodolphe Brisset talks about Peter Pan winner We the People's bid to win next month in the Belmont Stakes. National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association president Eric Hamelback discusses his organization's opposition to the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act. Mark Midland handicaps Memorial Day stakes races at Lone Star Park. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From Pimlico in Baltimore, trainer D. Wayne Lukas talks about his filly Secret Oath facing the boys in Saturday's Preakness Stakes. 1/ST Racing's Naomi Tukker and Eclipse Award-winning author John Scheinman preview the race, and Super Screener creator Mike Shutty handicaps it. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Just in time for the Preakness Stakes, it is the hard-core handicappers, pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Ed DeRosa, Sara Elbadwi and Mark Midland of Horse Racing Nation do a deep analytical dive on each of the nine horses in Saturday's race. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod, Kentucky Derby-winning trainer Eric Reed talks about his experience winning America's biggest race with 80-1 long shot Rich Strike. From Pimlico, WBAL Radio's Scott Wykoff previews next weekend's Preakness. Handicapper Sara Elbadwi offers betting advice on Saturday races at Belmont Park and Churchill Downs. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From Churchill Downs, the Kentucky Derby brings out the all-star guests on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Friday's episode features trainers Steve Asmussen, Todd Pletcher and Bhupat Seemar, jockeys Joel Rosario and Flavien Prat, Sports Illustrated columnist Pat Forde and Super Screener handicapper Mike Shutty. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Just in time for Kentucky Derby 148, from Churchill Downs, it is the fifth annual, hardcore handicappers, pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Ed DeRosa, Sara Elbadwi and Mark Midland of Horse Racing Nation do a deep analytical dive on each of the 20 horses in Saturday's race. They also provide a snapshot of Friday's Kentucky Oaks. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod from Churchill Downs, trainer Tim Yakteen discusses ex-Bob Baffert horses Messier and Taiba and their chances to win next week's Kentucky Derby. Track announcer and horseplayer Travis Stone offers a betting preview of the Derby. Horse Racing Nation's Ed DeRosa handicaps weekend races at Churchill Downs and Golden Gate Fields. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

On this week's episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod, trainer Chad Brown discusses his Kentucky Derby horses and plans for other standouts in his barn. Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale describes how he will bet $3 million on Derby day. NBC Sports and MSNBC analyst Steve Kornacki talks about the angles he is looking at in the Run for the Roses. Super Screener creator Mike Shutty handicaps Saturday's Apple Blossom card at Oaklawn. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com. RELATED: Mike Shutty on the anatomy of a Kentucky Derby long shot. https://www.horseracingnation.com/news/The_Anatomy_of_a_Kentucky_Derby_Long_Shot_123

On this week's episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod, Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas talks about Ethereal Road coming back on short rest in Saturday's Lexington Stakes, and he looks ahead to Secret Oath's run in the Kentucky Oaks. Workout and pedigree analyst Laurie Ross looks beyond past performances to the Kentucky Derby. Sara Elbadwi handicaps weekend races. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

This weekend's last three big preps for the Kentucky Derby are part of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Sports-talk icon and podcast host Mike Francesa discusses his love of horse racing – and horse ownership. 1/ST Racing chief operating officer Aidan Butler talks about changes this summer at Gulfstream Park. Super Screener creator Mike Shutty handicaps the Wood Memorial, Blue Grass Stakes and Santa Anita Derby. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

This week's episode originates from South Florida, one of the next stops on the Kentucky Derby trail. Trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. discusses White Abarrio's run in the Florida Derby. From Oaklawn, TVG's Gabby Gaudet previews the filly Secret Oath's run against the boys in the Arkansas Derby. Ed DeRosa handicaps those races plus the Jeff Ruby Steaks. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Previewing this weekend's Louisiana Derby and Fair Grounds Oaks, owner Ron Winchell talks about Epicenter and Echo Zulu on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Also, Fair Grounds TV analyst Joe Kristufek looks at the Saturday card, and Mark Midland handicaps weekend races. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Celebrating Women's History Month, Colonial Downs vice president Jill Byrne discusses the sale of the Virginia track, horse-racing issues and the Kentucky Derby trail. Owner Tami Bobo talks about Fountain of Youth winner Simplification and his bid to run for the roses. Sara Elbadwi handicaps weekend stakes at Oaklawn and Santa Anita. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Weekend races and an example of growing diversity in the sport are the topics for this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Hall of Fame jockey Víctor Espinoza talks about his ride on Ce Ce in this weekend's Azeri Stakes at Oaklawn. Former University of Kentucky athletes Allen and Leslie Carter tell stories about the decade they have spent as horse breeders on a farm that doubles as their home for making fine wine and bourbon. Ed DeRosa handicaps the Azeri and takes the Kentucky Derby angle with the Tampa Bay Derby card plus this weekend's nationwide Future Wagers. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Seventeen graded stakes with four Kentucky Derby points preps are on the weekend calendar and in focus on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher discusses Emmanuel in the Fountain of Youth Stakes at Gulfstream Park. That is where TV analyst Naomi Tukker of 1/ST Racing checks in to handicap the Gulfstream Park card. XBTV's Millie Ball Yakteen, Zoe Cadman and Jeff Siegel analyze the races at Santa Anita. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com. It is sponsored by 1/ST Saturday.

Best known as a political consultant, James Carville also bets on sports and the horses. He is the special guest on this week's episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Also, West Point Thoroughbreds CEO Terry Finley discusses racing issues that include the end of the Jockey Club's mare cap and the implementation of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act. Mike Shutty, the creator of Horse Racing Nation's Super Screener, handicaps Saturday's Rebel Stakes and the Saudi Cup. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

The formal disqualification of the late Medina Spirit from victory in last year's Kentucky Derby is the subject of a special, a pop-up episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Bob Baffert's attorney Craig Robertson reacts to the news and discusses an appeal. Trainer Brad Cox talks about the promotion of Mandaloun to be the new Derby winner. Horse Racing Nation's Matt Stahl discusses what happens next. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From New Orleans, Fair Grounds TV analyst Kevin Kilroy and Epicenter's assistant trainer Scott Blasi preview the Risen Star Stakes, and Mark Midland handicaps a weekend Pick 4. They are on the Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation, available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Is horse racing beyond repair? Two prominent bettors offer their answers on this week's episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Newly inducted into the National Horseplayers Championship Hall of Fame, Michael Beychok and David Gutfreund raise issues and offer some solutions. On the road to the Kentucky Derby, top Golden Gate Fields trainer Jonathan Wong previews this weekend's El Camino Real Derby. Horse Racing Nation's Sara Elbadwi handicaps that race and the Sam F. Davis Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs. There also is a recap of the Eclipse Awards ceremony at Santa Anita. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

The road to the Kentucky Derby continues with the Holy Bull, Withers and Robert B. Lewis stakes, and they are the focus of this week's episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Longtime turf writer John Pricci offers a preview from South Florida. Jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. discusses his ride this weekend on Tiz the Bomb. Horse Racing Nation's Ed DeRosa handicaps weekend races. There is also Twitter feedback in reaction to last weekend's National Horseplayers Championship. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

From the National Horseplayers Championship in Las Vegas, competitors convene for a roundtable on this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod. They include Justin Mustari, Frank Mustari, Steve Wolfson Jr., Jim Stirr and Jonathon Kinchen. Also, a preview of the Pegasus World Cup includes trainer Brad Cox talking about the last run for Knicks Go. Super Screener creator Mike Shutty of Horse Racing Nation handicaps the $3 million race and some of the undercard. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Kentucky Derby and Oaks points preps resume this weekend with the Lecomte and Silverbulletday stakes at Fair Grounds in New Orleans. On this week's episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod, Hall of Fame trainer Mark Casse discusses Lecomte Stakes favorite Pappacap, track announcer John G. Dooley and Horse Racing Nation's Mark Midland provide advance insight and analysis. Ron also delves into his Eclipse Awards votes. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

This week's episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod checks in on Tampa Bay Downs, where the Pasco and Gasparilla stakes are preps for upcoming Derby and Oaks preps. Longtime turf writer and publicist Mike Henry offers a preview. Also, trainer Dallas Stewart discusses Long Range Toddy's run in the Fifth Season Stakes at Oaklawn. Horse Racing Nation's Sara Elbadwi handicaps weekend races. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod is available via free subscription from iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

This week's episode of the Ron Flatter Racing Pod focuses on opening weekend at Sam Houston Race Park. Track announcer Nick Tammaro and jockey Ry Eikleberry offer their thoughts and angles for the 2022 Thoroughbred meet. Ed DeRosa has weekend handicapping. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod is available via free subscription from iHeart, Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.