Hot 2 Trot

Join Meadow and Ashley on Hot 2 Trot as they sit down with jockey Ramon Moya, one of the most recognizable young riders on the PA circuit — both on the track and online. Ramon opens up about the grind of being a jockey and the standout moments of his career so far. He also dives into his massive social media presence, with 40K+ Instagram followers and 135K+ on TikTok, where he shares behind-the-scenes looks at jockey life, race clips, and day-in-the-life content that fans can’t get enough of!

On November 4, Ashley and Meadow traded in the track for the PA Farm Show Complex and went LIVE at the Harrisburg Black Book Sale! Tune in to see which special guests they talked to and hear all about the sale-day buzz.

It’s a Hot 2 Trot reunion! Meadow and Ashley catch up with former co-host Dawnelle Mock-Johnson, who’s now the Executive Director of the Meadows Standardbred Owners Association. Dawnelle shares what her role entails, her favorite moments from her first year leading the MSOA, and a few exciting life updates along the way!

Step inside the announcer’s booth with Jeff Zidek, the voice of The Meadows Racetrack! In this episode of Hot 2 Trot, Meadow and Ashley chat with Jeff about his journey to becoming a full-time race announcer, behind-the-scenes prep, and what it really takes to call thousands of races with accuracy and excitement!

On September 19, Meadow and Ashley sat trackside at Parx Racing with Dan Tordjman of America's Best Racing! They talked about a thrilling weekend of thoroughbred racing, covering PA Day at the Races, the Pennsylvania Derby, and even The Masters card at Presque Isle Downs. Catch a recap of their live show, including their attempt at the Chickie's and Pete's challenge!

Meadow and Ashley sit down with Dr. Jeff Berk, a founding member and current Board Director of Light Up Racing, an initiative dedicated to bringing transparency, education, and community to horse racing. Dr. Berk shares the group’s mission, explains the Cohort Program that trains advocates to tell racing’s story, and highlights the importance of clear communication in tough moments—always with equine welfare at the forefront.

In this episode of Hot 2 Trot, Gabe Prewitt joins us to talk all things wagering — from building smarter betting menus to connecting with players, embracing transparency, and what racing can learn from the sportsbook world. We dive into his vision for the future of betting and what it takes to keep fans engaged. If you love the action behind the windows, this one’s for you.

Ashley and Meadow are back with another pre-race live show. On July 25, 2025, our hosts went to Meadow's home track, The Meadows, to kick off one of Pennsylvania harness racing's biggest weekends of the year, Adios! Hear their thoughts on the race, with interviews from guests like Ronnie Wrenn Jr. and Dave Palone.

They’re bold, they’re fast, and they’re just getting started. Harness driver Braxten Boyd and Thoroughbred jockey Tyler Conner join Hot 2 Trot. From career-defining wins to chaotic Hot Seat questions, we dive into their backgrounds, mental game, ambitions, and what it’s really like to be the next generation shaking up the sport. Whether you’re a fan of the sulky or the saddle, this crossover conversation is full of grit and big-time perspective from two of racing’s most exciting young talents.

Join Meadow and Ashley on Hot 2 Trot as they sit down with Anthony and Amy MacDonald, the dynamic duo behind TheStable.ca — a game-changing fractional ownership group shaking up the harness racing world! From launching a fresh ownership model and overcoming early challenges to balancing a booming global business with family life, Anthony and Amy share their inspiring journey and unique insights into the future of racing ownership.