Aces Up the Sleeve

We're going shopping! 

It's the equivalent to Christmas for the horsemen and horsewomen of the Thoroughbred industry as Keeneland September (aka the Grandaddy Sale of Them All) is set to kick off next week. Marc and Jared are back in the booth to talk about expectations, hopes, and how much folks should read into the sessions. 

In a smaller segment (and frequent listeners know why we're saying this), Pati sits down with Marc and Jared to talk about some of the topics that partners and fans have expressed interest in, or confusion over, in the past. Some of these are questions submitted by you all, some are comments we've seen on our social media, and some are things you've asked them directly. Tune in for the newest subseries in the Aces Up the Sleeve universe called 'Ask the Managing Partner'--episode two is the question 'Why do we try to avoid skipping a horse's conditions?'

Marc went shopping! Pati and Jared sit down with PAR's bloodstock guru to talk about his latest purchase -- Mor Spirit x Skindy. The juvenile filly caught the eye of some big names, and we had to bid hard to win her, but we could not be any more excited for this gorgeous lady. 

Marc and Jared will provide some insights, updates, and encourage partners to come out to see her for themselves if they're still unsure. She's 100% worth the trip every time!

In a smaller segment (and frequent listeners know why we're saying this), Pati sits down with Marc and Jared to talk about some of the topics that partners and fans have expressed interest in, or confusion over, in the past. Some of these are questions submitted by you all, some are comments we've seen on our social media, and some are things you've asked them directly. Tune in for the newest subseries in the Aces Up the Sleeve universe called 'Ask the Managing Partner'--episode one is the question 'Why do we have to race some of our horses in claimers?'

Merry Christmas, happy holdiays, and a peaceful season no matter what you do (or do not) celebrate! Jared and Pati talk about their family traditions, briefly touch on the year that was in advance of the Year in Review episode, and wonder where the time has gone. 

Jared and Pati were joined by trainer Jade Cunningham to talk about her early years, her time with the late great D. Wayne Lukas, and how she got to where she is today. Jade also takes a moment to reflect on her career thus far and what she envisions for the future. 

It's time to sit down with friends, family, and your favorite podcast hosts to talk about all you're thankful for in this special episode of Aces Up the Sleeve! Pati and Jared share some of their poignant moments on the year, some of the tough points that make us thankful for the good, and read what you all have submitted towards the end. 

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Celebrate safely and responsibly! 

Pati and Dave sit down to talk about Pocket Aces PALs, the new initiative started by Dave and Cut The Deck that aims to give young fans (and their families) the owner's experience at the race track. If you want to reach out to Dave to participate in the program, the social media names are below, so check them out!

Dave:

-Cut The Deck (@cut_the_deck on instagram)

-Dave Brown (@dave_m_brown on instagram)

Pocket Aces Racing can be found under that name on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and on YouTube.

The title isn't the most creative one we've ever come up with, but it's a good description for this episode, which is a massive modge-podge of topics and discussions. Jared and Pati sat down to talk about the Belmont Stakes, the Prekaness drama, and the news that the Breeders' Cup is returning to Keeneland in 2026 and the newly built Belmont Park in 2027.

Well, if you're going to win one Spring Classic on the first weekend in May, why not just win them all? Godolphin accomplished something we arguably will never see again when they took home the Kentucky Derby and Oaks AND the 1000 and 2000 Guineas in England. 

Jared and Pati return to the airwaves to discuss the feat because it cannot be stated enough how rare it is, and how hard it is to even win one of them, forget four back-to-back-to-back-to-back.