Nick Luck Daily Podcast

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to take a canter round the racing world. First today, Harry Skelton talks Protektorat, Thistle Ask, breaking a new record, and reveals that he will keep the ride on The New Lion at the weekend. Also on today's show, Stephen Hillen - the man who made the career of Via Sistina - reflects upon her extraordinary story and career. Plus, Adam Mills on what we learned from the Clarence House Chase data, Dan Barber on the performance of Old Park Star, and NTF CEO Paul Johnson on a new editorial partnership with Racecourse Media Group.

This week's Saturday Edition is a wrap up of the action from Magic Millions this week, where Nick has been and we've heard some great stories throughout. In this show you'll hear from Tom Magnier who's signed for the joint top lot, Magic Millions owner Gerry Harvey on how he values his stock before they go through the ring before an incredibly moving interview with 18yr old Spencer Connelly and his journey with KIDS Foundation and finally John Warren compares the experience with that in the UK.

Nick coming to you for the final time this week from the Gold Coast in Australia and kicks off with an absolutely fascinating and in-depth interview with Magic Millions owner Katie Page on how Magic Millions came to be what it is today. Katie has a remarkable CV as CEO of Harvey Norman and we look at her background and motivators, the desire to support women in sport, how she views the health of the sport and so much more. Following on from this, Charlotte Greenway bring you news of the 2025 Timeform Horse of the Year award with Timeform’s David Johnson. Henry Beesley of Fitzdares provides a market update from the Fitzadres trading room ahead of the Berkshire Winter Million that will take place over the next three days. Finally, Nick is joined by Matt Chapman and discuss how in the last 24 hours Nick has ended up setting up a syndicate down under and acquired two yearlings. Matt also looks at the biggest news stories from the UK and Ireland over the last few days and looks forward to the action this weekend.

Nick brings you the third day of Magic Millions from Australia's Gold Coast. First today, a fascinating insight into valuing a yearling with MM owner Gerry Harvey and his two key lieutenants Paul Thompson and Luke McDonald. Also on the grounds today, agents Jamie Piggott and Mark McStay,. veteran trainer Clarry Conners, and AgriBusiness exec Caitlin Smith. Meanwhile John Warren explains why he spends January in Australia as he celebrates a strong result in the ring with a son of Anamoe. Lee Mottershead joins with all the rest of the day's news.

Nick is back with more from Magic Millions on Australia's Gold Coast. Guests at the famous sales house today include TV and Film Star Daniel McPherson, who sold his filly for AUS370,000, expat jockey Martim Harley, MM Victoria Rep Tim Brown, who has lost his entire house and farm to the bushfires, agents David Redvers and Fernando Laffon, and 7 Network's Director of Sport Chris Jones. Meanwhile, Nic talks to the inspirational Spencer Connelly, whose life after severe burns trauma as a child has been enriched by KIDS foundation, a charity working closely with racing and equestrian sports to harness the power of the horse. Lydia is along with news from home, and her thoughts on the latest Festival entries, while Timeform's Kieran Clark has notice of those horses shortlisted for Timeform awards , and JA McGrath has new s from Hong Kong.

Nick is bringing you the podcast this week from the Gold Coast for Magic Millions, the racing, sales and entertainment extravaganza that is the envy of the racing world. On today's show, Nick talks to MM ambassadors Mike Tindall and Ally Mosley, Widden Stud owner and leading consignor Anthony Thompson, Coolmore's Tom Magnier, and agents Sam Haggas and James Harron. Plus, Jane Mangan joins the show to have her say about the McManus/Cobden tie up, the creation of a 40k Flat race for Constitution Hill, and goings on at HRI. This week's Weatherbys Guest is Capital Stud Proprietor Ger O'Neill.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by David Yates and begin by discussing the news that Harry Cobden will be JP McManus’s number 1 jockey, starting next season. Richard Wayman, Director of Racing the BHA, is along to discuss the procedure that the BHA must go through in order to reschedule races/ fxtures after Warwick failed its inspection on Saturday. Dave and Charlotte look back on the action over the last few days including that from Kempton which made for hard watching on Saturday afternoon before looking ahead to the Winter Million this weeekend. Joe Chambers, racing manager to Rich and Susannah Ricci discusses some important runners in those silks this week including a novice hurdler that’s going to rumour mill going!

In this week's Saturday Edition, Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to the William Hill Half a Mil Classic Chase at Warwick this weekend as we hear from Lucinda Russell (Myretown); Sara Bradstock (Mr Vango); Mel Rowley (Val Dancer); Andy Edwards (L'Homme Presse) & Kim Bailey (Destroytheevidence).

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for a look at today's racing news. All the weather prospects for the weekend, plus Kim Bailey on his runners at Warwick kick off today's show, as well as a preliminary look at the entries for the Dublin Racing Festivall. Plus, Jason Richardson on the serious bushfires in Victoria and a look ahead to ten days of racing and sales on the Gold Coast at Magic Millions. Also today, Invades founder Dom Matcham on the dating at the races concept that is set to define the new Friday Night Live experience, while Racing Together's Lucy Gurney tells us about their Industry day in 4 weeks. Meanwhile, Nick conducts a deeply moving and important interview with trainer Chester Williams, who is running the London Marathon in memory of his son Archie, who died at birth.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to look at today's news on the popular daily horse racing podcast. First, racing manager Sean Graham gives us the latest on last season's Triumph Hurdle winner Poniros, as well as news on Energumene and The Reverend. Also today, we hear from L'Homme Presse's owner Andy Edwards ahead of the Classic Chase at Warwick this weekend. ROA CEO Louise Norman shares news of a new associate membership tier for syndicate and club members, while NBC and FanDuel's Matt Bernier runs through his Eclipse Awards ballot.

Nick is joined by Cornelius Lysaght to look at today's racing headlines. Top of the bill today is the revelation that Lord Allen has taken on the racecourses over the ownership of data rights that are currently sold as part of RMG and TRP brokered packages to bookmakers. Where will this end for all parties? Also today, Gordon Elliott talks Romeo Coolio and that Ryanair entry, plus why he'll have more DRF entries. Clerks at Naas, Kempton and Warwick assess their chances of racing, while at the last-named venue, Classic Chase contenders Lucinda Russell (Myretown), Sara Bradstock (Mr Vango) and Mel Rowley (Val Dancer) all discuss their intentions for the weekend and beyond. Karl Burke brings us news of his Dubai squad and also has news on Clifford Lee, while JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Oli Bell and Timeform Jumps Editor Dan Barber for today's show. With racing called off around Britain and Ireland, they take stock of the major championship divisions and - through the lens of Timeform ratings - try to predict which horses will top those divisions come the end of the season. Nick also catches up with trainers Harry Fry - bullish about the merits of Formby winner Idaho Sun - and Ollie Greenall, who plots his way through the back of the season with Iroko and Jagwar. Today's Weatherbys guest is Chapel Stud's Roisin Close, with news of her stallions and the TBA stallion showcase this weekend.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First up today, ARC Commercial Director David Leyden Dunbar joins the show to tell us what we can expect from the new Friday Night Live series, set to be screened on ITV4 over 5 fixtures and beginning this weekend. Plus, Martin Dwyer on his boss and mentor Ian Balding, David Redvers on acquiring new stallion King of Change, ex-jockey-turned-Hong Kong based entrepreneur Joe Lodder on his monumental 3,000 km run from the Great Wall of China, and Tony Lacy - Keeneland Sales VP - on what's on offer next week. Nick and Dave also pose the question: is Nicky Henderson soft-launching Constitution Hill's likely appearance in the Champion Hurdle with his quotes in the Sun today?

Nick is joined today by Matt Chapman as news breaks of the death of Ian Balding, founder of a dynasty and trainer of Mill Reef. His friend Brough Scott pays a moving tribute in the moments after the news was announced. Also today, Philip Hobbs and Olly Murphy on their hopes for a productive January with a number of classy prospects, while Richard Kingscote reacts to the news of the extension of his Hong Kong contract. Plus, Andrew Cooper and Tom Ryall have weather and inspection news for the weekend cards at Sandown and Wincanton, and Nick and Matt react to the Betfred/TRP picture blackout and the news that campaigners are now training their sights on bookmaker advertising.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead for this New Year's Day edition of the popular daily racing podcast. Nick and Lee look ahead at what's in store for the sport and the industry in 2026, while Anthony Bromley and Ben Pauling both drop in to talk about successes over the Christmas period and hopes for the coming months.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the major headlines from around the racing world. They are joined first by Gavin Cromwell, still scratching his head over the lamentable form of Gold Cup hero Inothewayurthinkin. Rebecca Curtis and Sean Bowen both have their say open whether Welsh National hero Haiti Couleurs can make up into a Gold Cup contender, while Godolphin's Liam O'Rourke pays tribute to Sheikh Mohammed Obaid and outlines immediate intentions for his stock. Plus, Billy Loughnane reflects on a memorable 2025 as he looks for the outright record of calendar-year wins this afternoon.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan as the podcast returns to daily duty with the news of the death of Sheikh Mohammed Obaid, one of the sport's most important patrons. George Boughey joins the show to talk about his recent association with the well known owner, preparing his 2,000 Guineas colt Bow Echo, and also to discuss stable rider Billy Loughnane's bid to break the all time record for winners in a calendar year. Also today, record breaking point to point rider Will Biddick tells Nick about his decision to retire and also gives his appraisal of one of his star graduates and winner of yesterday's Challow Hurdle, No Drama This End. Plus, Billy Nash from Timeform gives his reading of the King `George, Saville Chase and the best novice races of the Christmas period, while trainer Eddie Harty talks glowingly of stable star Irish Panther, with an interesting Cheltenham option thrown in the mix.

In this festive special podcast, Josh dives into a magic period of Christmas racing, with focus on a thrilling King George VI Chase and four unforgettable days from Leopardstown’s Christmas Festival, with exclusive insights from Gordon Elliott, Barry Connell, Sam Ewing, Lydia Hislop, Jack Kennedy and journalist Mark Boylan – as well as sharp analysis from on-hand pundit Andrew Blair White.

Following on from yesterday's podcast, we're bringing you part 2 of a special episode of the Nick Luck Daily podcast coming to you this Christmas, in partnership with Coolmore, where Kevin Blake and Fran Berry join Nick for a mince pie at Mikey Ryan’s pub in Cashel (Tipperary) and a full review of the 2025 flat racing year. Expect great stories, memorable highlights and plenty of laughs along the way. Essential viewing over the festive period.

A special episode of the Nick Luck Daily podcast coming to you this Christmas, in partnership with Coolmore, where Kevin Blake and Fran Berry join Nick for a mince pie at Mikey Ryan’s pub in Cashel (Tipperary) and a full review of the 2025 flat racing year. Expect great stories, memorable highlights and plenty of laughs along the way. Essential viewing over the festive period.