JK + 1

Episode 101 of JK + 1 features Keeneland’s Cormac Breathnach as we break down the record-shattering 2025 Keeneland September Yearling Sale. We dig into the numbers behind a historic $531.5 million gross, 56 million-dollar yearlings, and why the median tells the real story about the market’s health. Cormac shares perspective on breeder support, tax code buying power, and what these results mean for the future of racing and breeding.

It's Episode 100 of JK + 1!!! JK and Mike go deep in to his career as a professional horseplayer. We discuss how he got started, how he became one of the biggest individual bettors in the country, the ups and downs, the glory days, and a whole bunch of entertaining and hilarious stories along the way!

JK and Horacio discuss Wayne Lukas, match races in West Texas, Preakness @ Laurel, some of his best horses, and more!

JK and Jonathan talk about the tax code for horse owners, Monmouth, Nitrogen, and the DJ Stable reduction...NOT dispersal!

Trainer Jeremiah Englehart joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on everything from Mo Plex to coaching football, the ins and outs of training 2-year-olds, the unspoken rules of claiming races, his barn location, and plenty more. With decades of experience and a career highlighted by wins at the Breeders’ Cup and beyond, Englehart brings a straight-shooting perspective on racing and life around the game.

JK and Nick Luck discuss his broadcasting career, his favorite horses, his favorite moments, horses to bet at Royal Ascot, and a top 5 JK+1 story involving Bobby Frankel!

JK and Maddie discuss her dominate Belmont Stake Betting Challenge win where she took her $3,500 bankroll to over $66,000. We also discuss her integral role in the success of Black Type Thoroughbreds with horses like Pass The Champagne, Hidden Connection, Crimson Advocate, and many more!

Matt and JK discuss his rise as a jocks agent (Umberto Rispoli), being a D1 kicker, the Preakness, and how hard it was working for his dad (Corey Nakatani).

In Episode 93 of JK + 1, Jonathon Kinchen sits down with Ian Sambor, the Executive Producer of Netflix’s brand-new documentary series Race for the Crown, debuting globally on April 22. Sambor, whose impressive credits include King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch and the Emmy-winning Shark Tank, joins JK to discuss the making of this highly anticipated deep dive into the high-stakes world of professional horse racing.Race for the Crown comes from the same production team that brought you Formula 1: Drive to Survive and follows owners, trainers, and jockeys through a full Grade I stakes season—culminating in the legendary Triple Crown: the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes. With unprecedented access and cinematic storytelling, the six-episode docuseries takes viewers behind the scenes of the “most exciting two minutes in sports” and far beyond, offering a raw and riveting look at what it takes to chase glory in one of the most tradition-rich and grueling sports on earth.Sambor talks with JK about the inspiration for the series, the challenges of capturing such a fast-moving and emotionally charged sport, and his hopes for how the show will shine a new light on horse racing's passionate community. They also reflect on the larger-than-life personalities within the industry—including billionaire owners like Michael Repole and Michael Iavarone—and the courage and dedication of the featured jockeys like Irad Ortiz Jr., Frankie Dettori, Javier Castellano, John Velazquez, Katie Davis, Umberto Rispoli, and many more.Together, they explore how Race for the Crown captures the essence of the sport: a mix of heart-pounding competition, generational legacy, and the relentless pursuit of one nearly impossible goal—winning the Triple Crown. With only 13 horses in history ever having completed the feat, the stakes are always sky-high and the stories are as compelling as any in sports.This episode also highlights the human side of racing, including the camaraderie, the sacrifice, and the hope that drives everyone involved—from those training in the early morning light to the owners gambling millions on potential greatness.Don’t miss this in-depth conversation as JK and Ian go beyond the camera lens to talk storytelling, legacy, and the power of great people doing great things in a great sport!Watch Race for the Crown only on Netflix, starting April 22.

JK and Rob talk about handicapping, claiming, Maracuja, his goat, the Yankees, and Bill Clinton...

JK and Trevor discuss his legendary career, Zenyatta, Fligtline, his farm in Minnesota, "they would need to sprout wings", "and away they go", and so much more!One of my favorite episodes of all time!

JK & Randy talk about TEXAS, his career making speed figures, his advice for Jerry Jones, mistaken "other Randy Moss" moments, and Flightline!

JK & Jose catch up about his move to Kentucky and Louisiana, who was his messy roommate (Irad or Manny), his favorite track, his favorite horse, and Linda Rice's impact on his career and LIFE!

MUST LISTEN! JK & Frankie talk about "The Watch", The Queen, his favorite Italian food, vacation spot, soft vs firm turf, his childhood, and MORE!

JK & Simon catch up on California racing, some of his good horses, Newmarket, UK racing, and why his shoes were ok and mine were not!

JK and Saffie talk about White Abarrio—losing him, getting him back, and their hopes for his run in the Pegasus World Cup. Saffie also shares his experiences growing up in Barbados, his journey to the United States, and the adversity he’s faced over the last couple of years.

JK and Romero discuss his love for racing, almost going pro in soccer, the nasty spill, Rajiv coming out of retirement, FIFA, and more!

JK & Joseph Migliore talk being a jocks agent, a bloodstock agent, living in Ireland and Australia, and his side of some of dad’s stories (The Mig).

JK and Bo talk about his origin story in racing, hangout spots in Keeneland, working for David Ingordo (last weeks guest), Concrete Rose, and the race in the snow in St. Moritz!

JK & David discuss Flightline, Zenyatta, More Than Looks, Giacomo, how he got in to the game, and MORE!