Running Loose with Francesca Cumani & Vanessa Ryle

Welcome aboard another episode of the Running Loose Podcast.Recording from Vanessa’s local patch, the picturesque Culworth Grounds, the ladies dip loosely into the world of horse racing once again.We’re surprised Vanessa could even fit this record into her schedule, as her summer closes in quote spectacular fashion - with a wedding speech to prepare!Francesca gives us the lowdown on all things Doncaster races, where she suffered a fashion fail during a very windy day. Good old British weather, right? Find out which outfit did not go down well from Vanessa though…Meanwhile, Vanessa also reveals which celebrities she met on her visit to the Racehorse to Eventer Challenge Cup at Cornbury House Horse Trial, which was held in Oxfordshire earlier in September. Hint, she saw a Spice Girl there!They talk American racing, with Vanessa set to head over to the States for the Breeders Cup in November - and take the chance to introduce our new tie-in from over the pond, 1/ST Racing, to help raise awareness in the lead up to this big meeting.Finally, find out happened when Francesca came to stay at Vanessa’s!Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Old Gold Racing.An Ollywood TV production.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Took us a while to get started on this episode but once we get going - it's a cracker! Francesca Cumani and Vanessa Ryle discuss Margret Thatcher's sex appeal, Cesca's pussy (cat), the kids at home, family breeding, Vanessa's forthcoming best man speech and hangover cures. PLUS we do actually talk horse racing including a chat about all things Breeders Cup at Del Mar, international racing, a plea to the Pegasus team, Kentucky Downs prize money, Frankie Dettori, pacemakers and the use of them in races and finally Vanessa is back with All Ryled Up! Phew! This episode is sponsored by Old Gold Racing.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Follow us on Instagram:@runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are back with the latest episode of Running Loose. Francesca Cumani and Vanessa Ryle are in a cozy studio for this latest episode where a wide variety of topics are covered! From serious Doncaster St Leger chat including who the ladies don’t like on paddock inspection, to some wild tales from a night on the town after racing – no surprises when it comes to which of the two of them reveals all! It also wont shock regular followers to guess who has a higher pain threshold as they discuss Ryan Moore’s medical time out and his replacement jockey. Elsewhere Francesca explains the process of yearling sales and what happens when you get a purchase home and into the breaking process – which leads her on to discuss an incident on the gallops which has Vanessa wincing! Throw in Question Time, All Ryled Up and lots more! This episode is sponsored by Old Gold Racing.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome aboard another episode of the Running Loose Podcast.Recording from inside York Racecourse once again, where Francesca Cumani had been hosting for ITV, herself and Vanessa Ryle discuss an array of topics once more.Both the ladies talk about the realities and pressures of presenting on TV, including the plus and negatives of having autocue - and of course, what is it like to make an on-air Innuendos. They dig deep into their lives on the telly and offer a fascinating insight into the production of live broadcasting. Do you know the difference between a producer and a director?They also encourage younger people to get into the industry and the various initiatives that are taking place - like a Pony Academy.Vanessa also, via a friend, gives her co-host an almighty compliment - listen to watch to find what she said!In an interesting Question Time, find out who the ladies would like to be cooked by if they could choose anyone (hint, they both keep it close to home!), which Irish course Vanessa prefers and which racecourse has the friendliest staff.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Old Gold Racing..An Ollywood TV production.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WE'RE BACK! Fresh from a mini summer break, the ladies return for Series 3, Episode 1.Recording from inside York Racecourse, where Francesca Cumani was hosting York’s Ebor Festival for ITV, herself and Vanessa Ryle return fresher than ever - in an episode you wouldn’t want to miss!With a new sponsor in tow, Old Gold Racing, on the lips of our dynamic presenter duo this week is a bit of everything.Francesca updates us on her fun (and busy) week at Goodwood Festival, where she was named ITV’s Perkiest Presenter by a national newspaper after attending a Regency Ball!Vanessa meanwhile has taken the wheels off once again on her well earned summer holiday to Portugal. Listen to find out how she got on and let’s just say her antics didn't always go down so well with her friends!In terms of horse racing, the women look at the topic of betting patterns in the industry, stallions and recent racing performances - and there's a new feature called 'All Ryled Up', where Vanessa gets 30 seconds to have her own racing rant.There’s the usual rabbit holes, like who is most likely to get bunions after being on their feet all on hosting duties (yes, really) - and just time for a quick Question Time, where you find out if they prefer dressing up or dressing down.All this could only happen on an episode of Running Loose!Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Old Gold Racing.An Ollywood TV production.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Series 2, Episode 8 of the Running Loose podcast and the ladies, Francesca Cumani and Vanessa Ryle, find themselves inside the famous Ascot Racecourse once again.It’s the last of the current series (pass the tissues!) and this really does have an end of season feeling. Fuelled by Edinburgh Gin once more, the women really let their hair down.Remember when Francesca revealed her hidden talents involving After Eights and cherry stalks? Well, Vanessa ruthlessly challenges her to perform them live on the Pod! You do not want to miss this.Although this episode was recorded two weeks ago, they discuss the current big race events, such as ‘Glorious Goodwood’, which has become quite a social event for Francesca, with Vanessa missing out due to her Sky Sports reporting duties.There’s the usual rabbit holes, like who has the worst toxic traits? Let’s just say the answer was quite revealing…Of course there’s one final Question Time for the series, where you will find out who likes to be naked and where (yes, really), amongst other tit-bits The women also thank Edinburgh Gin for their sponsorship and introduce Old Gold Racing, the syndicate who will be taking over the baton for series 3.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Edinburgh Gin.An Ollywood TV production.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Series 2, Episode 7 of the Running Loose podcast and the ladies find themselves nestled inside the famous Ascot Racecourse for this edition, which has just hosted the King George racing weekend.Francesca was there presenting for ITV Racing and Vanessa on hosting duties inside the Howden box.After our mini-break, the women are on great form - with Francesca fresh after her family holiday in Tuscany, Italy and Vanessa full of beans after completing her first riding out session on her horse, Big Al. She also gives us the lowdown on her visit to Killarney in Ireland.For once, the women tended to agree on a lot of subjects, covering everything from gambling in racing to looking ahead to the jumps season, so you don't want to miss this one!There’s a back at Newmarket's July Week and a look ahead to ‘Glorious Goodwood’ at the end of July, the next big date in the racing calendar, where Francesca has a full on social schedule planned… With Vanessa missing it due to presenting duties in Wolverhampton.There’s the usual rabbit holes and Vanessa’s favourite part… Question Time… Where you will find out who plays good cop and who plays bad cop in this relationship!Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.An Ollywood TV production.This episode is sponsored by Edinburgh Gin.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Ollywood TV production.It’s Series 2, Episode 6 of the Running Loose podcast and the ladies find themselves in the beautiful county of Yorkshire once again.They both discuss some important but tough subjects on this episode, covering the treatment and mental health of jockeys... and the surprising cost of horse ownership.Vanessa, a little worse for wear, reflects us on her mammoth coastal charity walk for Racing Welfare, with some hilarious stories along the way!Francesca gives us an update on her racing calendar, most recently she covered the Eclipse flat race at Sandown Park for an exciting and surprising race.They cover the rumours of a Strictly Come Dancing (racing edition) style competition… But can they dance?In a surprising twist, we also learn about out their hidden talents - but Vanessa isn’t happy. Watch to find out why!There’s the usual rabbit holes and listener Q&A section that you do not want to miss.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Edinburgh Gin.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Ollywood TV production brought to you by Edinburgh Gin.It’s Series 2, Episode 5 of the Running Loose podcast - and the post-Ascot wheels certainly come off in this edition.Will Vanessa pass the ultimate taste test featuring Edinburgh Gin after she was considered to be ‘snobby’ in an earlier episode about only having Fever Tree mixers over Schweppes.The ladies look ahead to the rest of the racing calendar this summer, including big race meets at Goodwood, Newmarket, Galway and Francesca’s personal favourite, the Gran Premio Merano in Italy.They also discuss why Ascot was such a hit with punters and TV viewing share this year and the difference between this event and Cheltenham.They reflect on some wild nights out in the picturesque seaside town called Deauville in France, which hosts a major horse racing event every year. On that note, Francesca shocks us with her very own memory of late night swim in the sea in that involved not many clothes!Vanessa once again divulges her icks about men, but this time it’s with her old rating system! Who knew that being a good dancer makes one even more attractive but wearing a t-shirt under a shirt is a big no-no?There plenty of the usual rabbit holes and listener Q&A section, including Francesca revealing her more unusual hobbies - and Vanessa on who would be her ideal celebrity dinner guests.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Edinburgh Gin.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Follow us on Instagram:@runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Ollywood TV production brought to you by Edinburgh Gin.It’s series 2, episode 4 of the Running Loose podcast. Francesca and Vanessa are here once again, fresh off the back of a sunny Royal Ascot, one of the biggest weeks in the racing calendar.With G&Ts fuelling the chat, our hosts bring you this latest episode, this time from Lodge Farm Stud in the beautiful Leicestershire countryside.Francesca tells all about broadcasting live from Ascot for ITV, how she survived the heat and what happened when she met the King and Queen… Yes, really!Vanessa also had a successful week, once again hosting celebrities, sport stars and CEOs in the Howden box. Listen to her reveal who she met and what mischief she got up to!With fashion being the talk of the town at Ascot, find out which outfits Francesca and Vanessa liked or disliked. As usual, they do not hold back. The women go down plenty of rabbit holes once more, so you do not want to miss this episode!Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Edinburgh Gin.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_@ollywoodtvCredits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver Breckon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Ollywood TV production brought to you by Edinburgh Gin.It’s series 2, episode 3 of the Running Loose podcast. Francesca and Vanessa are here once again, nestled inside a suite at the Royal Windsor Racecourse.With G&Ts in tow, the ladies give us an update on their Royal Ascot fashion dilemmas - including Francesca’s detailed outfit planning. She also offers us insight into her ITV Racing schedule, including the lowdown on the Royal Procession.Meanwhile, Vanessa reveals her own plans and why she always leaves fashion decisions to the last minute. Is she any closer to making decisions - and has her Millener been brought up to speed yet?Vanessa also reveals why she’s having a mid-thirties crisis - with Francesca offering her encouragement and words of wisdom for her co-host! But which of the ladies has tried Botox? And who has is obsessed with pruning their rose bush?There are plenty of rabbit holes once more, thanks to some intriguing listener questions, like who talks and sings to their horse? Other note (see what we did there), which of the ladies was asked to mime in a school choir? All this and more on this week’s episode!Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Edinburgh Gin.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_Credits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver BreckonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Ollywood TV production brought to you by Edinburgh Gin.It’s series 2, episode 2 of the Running Loose podcast! Our hosts Francesca and Vanessa are now galloping along at pace. They’re here with even more tales from the world of racing and beyond, nestled once again inside the Edinburgh Gin Distillery.This time, with personalised cocktails in tow, the ladies tackle again tackle a wide range of topics, including an update on their Ascot fashion dilemmas - and some insight into how to prepare for the famous event this June.Fresh off the back of her interview with recently retired jockey Rachael Blackmore, Vanessa reveals insights from her exclusive chat with the legendary Grand National winner.Ever wondered how our pair first became friends? Vanessa recalls vivid memories of being invited around Francesca’s for dinner - although the exact details are indeed debated - as it’s the norm in this relationship!On the subject of food, who knew that top America chef Bobby Flay is a fan of this podcast? Francesca tells the story of how her unlikely friendship developed on Instagram when he noticed Francesca feeding her horse a courgette (yes, really!) and offered to cook for her…There’s the usual rabbit holes and listener Q&A section, including a surprise contribution from Francesca’s nearest and dearest. Not to be undone, Vanessa also received a question from a good friend, leading to an update on her new horse ownership.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Edinburgh Gin.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_Credits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver BreckonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Press Box PR Production brought to you by Edinburgh GinThey’re back! Francesca and Vanessa return for episode one of series two of their podcast, Running Loose, ahead of the Derby Festival in Epsom this June.A G&T in tow inside the Edinburgh Gin Distillery, the ladies discuss how they spent the rest of their spring, Francesca on balancing being a working Mum and Vanessa on how she keeps up her ever busy racing schedule.Who do they tip for the Epsom Derby, one of the most anticipated races of the calendar year. Could it be the year of the outsider? What do the ladies think of the Epsom experience?Francesca also reveals what it’s like to ride the Epsom course during her racing days… but did she win?There’s the usual rabbit holes when this friendship duo are together - especially after a gin or two - as well as the popular Q&A section, which offers some interesting curveballs once more…Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.Follow us on Instagram: @runningloosepodcast@francesca_cumani@vanessa_ryle_Credits:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver BreckonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francesca and Vanessa look ahead to the Betfred Guineas Festival, which is at the heart of the flat racing season. But who do did they tip for the 1000 and 2000 races?Vanessa reflects on her Moroccan holiday, with a few stories to tell, including a naked spa and wild night out involving a plastic bag in a taxi.Francesca, not to be undone, also shares some tipsy tales from her trip to the Thoroughbred Charity Ball in London and how much did she make for charity as an auction lot to spend a day at the races with her?There is the usual Q&A section, where the ladies loosen up and answer some of your intriguing questions - like who would play them in a film and what is their perfect day away from horses?The women also reflect on what has been a jam-packed first series of Running Loose and look ahead to a packed racing calendar in June - not forgetting all their usual race day fashion deliberations.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.This episode is sponsored by Allison Quaid who are a 104 year, 4-generation jewellery legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francesca and Vanessa share their news and gossip from a special location - a former grain silo converted into a house.Find out about Vanessa's dry-cleaning addiction and is Francesca's hair falling out?The ladies share other titbits surrounding the week's racing news and discuss ones to watch in the horse racing world.The duo also answer some intriguing Q&A's and go down the usual rabbit holes.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.A Press Box PR production:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver BreckonSocial media producer - Lucy FinterProducer - Lynn Carratt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francesca and Vanessa react to all things Grand National 2025, won by the 33/1 amateur jockey Patrick Mullins, steering Nick Rockett to victory.Vanessa reveals that she and Patrick are good friends, and she gives a fascinating insight into the winner’s Aintree celebration.The ladies share other titbits surrounding the biggest race in the horse racing calendar and reflect on their fashion yays or neighs.Francesca updates us on her long-awaited return to work, hosting racing at Doncaster—but did Vanessa find time to watch?The ladies also discussed the fascinating science behind the lack of female horse racing commentators.Not forgetting answering some intriguing Q&A’s and going down the usual rabbit holes, like who would most likely win in an arm wrestle.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.A Press Box PR production:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver BreckonSocial media producer - Lucy FinterProducer - Lynn Carratt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francesca and Vanessa could not leave out the biggest and most well-known racing event of the jump season—the Grand National—so they made a bonus episode dedicated to the famous race.You can find out Vanessa's top tips for the big race. Could last year's winner, I Am Maximus, do the double?The ladies also take a look back at Aintree's many fashion highlights (and, of course, faux pas).And find out which one of them had a wild night out at a strip club after the race and which one had a picnic with the rich and famous drinking rose and had to sober up with a Big Mac.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.A Press Box PR production:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver BreckonSocial media producer - Lucy FinterProducer - Lynn Carratt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francesca and Vanessa look back at the Cheltenham Festival and their fashion. While Vanessa's outfit made the Daily Mail, did Francesca's blue coat stand out more than Gemma Collins?And find out which celebrity Vanessa mistook as a local farmer from her village?The flat is also back, and Francesa discusses returning to our TV screens for the summer.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.A Press Box PR production:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver BreckonSocial media producer - Lucy FinterProducer - Lynn Carratt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francesca and Vanessa bring you all the news you need to hear ahead of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival.Francesca will continue her annual tradition of starting her day in the Guinness Village, while Vanessa will work nonstop. But what will the pair be wearing?Also, find out if Francesca is the 'Brooklyn Beckham' of Horse racing.Tune in, hold tight, and enjoy the ride.A Press Box PR production:Executive producers - Francesca Cumani & Vanessa RyleLead producer - Oliver BreckonSocial media producer - Lucy FinterProducer - Lynn Carratt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.