Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world today. They begin with Punchestown, whose major festival begins today, and the almost absurd dominance both numerically and in quality of the Willie Mullins stable. A David to their Goliath, British trainer Alex Hales, joins the conversation to talk about his big Grade One hope today, Millers Bank. Nick and Lee also digest the latest news as regards this weekend's Classics, while Nick talks to ex-jockey and assistant trainer Sam Stronge, who brings news that he will be representing Harry Cobden and at least six other jumps jockeys as agent on the retirement of Dave Roberts. Willie Carson drops in from a long car journey to talk about his 2,000 Guineas success of 1989 on Nashwan, while this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest is Alistair Gordon, yearling selector and client liaison for Bloodstock South Africa (BSA)ahead of this week's National Yearling Sale.

Acacia is joined by owner Steve Duncker, who discusses the different parts of the industry he's been involved in, and his partnership, Jump Sucker Stable, and their exciting horse Slipstream. She is then joined by owner Sal Spedale, who talks about transition from an owner in partnership to owning on his own, and now diving into breeding.

On this week’s show:

- Kentucky Derby Contender Comps

Nick is joined by Daily Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They lead with the impact of the withdrawal of 1,000 Guineas favourite Inspiral, and pick up the news that Godolphin's Wild Beauty will now be rerouted to Newmarket. Nick also receives plenty of confidence from trainer James Ferguson about the chances of Mise en Scene. Nick and Dave go on to discuss the weekend's action, as well as some of the talking points away from the field of play, including dress codes and fighting on the racecourse. Katherine Ford joins the show to discuss the industrial action that forced the abandonment of racing in Paris yesterday, while Guy Harwood remembers Dancing Brave's spectacular Newmarket triumph in the first of a week long series paying tribute to the Guineas Greats. Nick and Dave give the week's action at Punchestown the once over at the end of the show.

It's become an annual tradition on the In the Money Media Network. We try to assemble the best lineup of professional handicappers, trainers, owners, and jockeys to give you a detailed analysis of every horse in the 2022 Kentucky Derby.

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On this year's show we have:

Eclipse Award Winning Trainer Brad Cox to Discuss Tawny Port, Zozos and Cyberknife (00:06:01)

Professional Horseplayer Sean Boarman talks Chad Brown's Zandon (00:22:42)

TV Star and Analyst Britney Eurton gives her thoughts on Messier (formerly Bob Baffert and now Tim Yakteen) (00:30:10)

TimeFormUS Figure Craig Milkowski on Zozos (00:37:09)

DRF's Jay Privman makes the case for lightly raced Taiba (00:44:43)

Acacia Clement (Courtney) covers Simplification (00:54:42)

Joe Kristufek discusses Todd Pletcher's Pioneer of Medina (01:02:02)

TV's Matt Bernier talks about why he's giving Early Voting a shot (01:07:41)

Trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. gives the details on his Florida Derby winner White Abarrio (01:11:30)

Clay Sanders from Ten Strike Racing on the one eyed wonder Un Ojo (01:16:46)

International Racing Analyst and a man that needs no introduction, Nick Luck talks about Japanese invader Crown Pride (JPN). (01:22:10)

The Bear, Chris Fallica provides some information on Smile Happy (01:31:54)

Jockey and NYRA Analysis Richard Migliore discusses Morello (01:43:32)

Michael Adolphson covers the speedy Summer Is Tomorrow (01:48:00)

Michelle Yu likes a midwest horse this year - Cyberknife (01:57:51)

Professional Horseplayer and ITM listener favorite, Mike Maloney lets you know whether Charge It is up for the Kentucky Derby task. (02:07:30)

Hall of Fame Jockey Gary Stevens talks about hard knocker Barber Road (02:13:57)

Brian Hernandez Jr. will be aboard Tiz the Bomb and likes his chances (02:21:39)

Phillip Shelton from ITM Partner Medallion Racing is here to discuss In Due Time (02:26:14)

Professional Horseplayer, Duke Matties speaks his mind on Mo Donegal (02:32:19)

Chris Andrews from South Point Casino discusses the likely Kentucky Derby Favorite, Epicenter from Steve Asmussen (02:42:45)

Jose Contreras provides his thoughts on Happy Jack (02:49:04)

It's become an annual tradition on the In the Money Media Network. We try to assemble the best lineup of professional handicappers, trainers, owners, and jockeys to give you a detailed analysis of every horse in the 2022 Kentucky Oaks.

The 2022 Kentucky Oaks is shaping up to be one of the best in history. Peter Thomas Fornatale and Jonathon Kinchen shared hosting duties this year.

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On this year's show we have:

Randy Moss discusses Filly Secret Oath

ITM Favorite, Frank McGoey talks about the likely favorite, Echo Zulu from Steve Asmussen

Naomi Tukker is here to provide some insight on Goddess of Fire

Pat Cummings from TIF discusses a newcomer to the Todd Pletcher barn, Shahama

Brad Free from DRF discusses Santa Anita Oaks winner, Desert Dawn

Maggie Wolfendale has seen plenty of Venti Valentine and gives her perspective

Tyler Whisman discusses longshot Candy Raid

Jake Ballis and Reagan Swinbank talk about their Filly Hidden Connection. The second time in two years Blacktype Thoroughbreds has had an Oaks Runner.

Rowan Ward provides some insight on Adare Manor

Gabby Gaudet shares her thoughts on Cocktail Moments

Matter Bernier wants to discuss Gazelle winner, Nostalgic from Godolphin and the barn of Bill Mott

Ten Strike Racing's and former BCBC Champion, Marshall Gramm is here to discuss Yuugiri

Kevin Kilroy provides some insights on Turnerloose from the barn of Brad Cox

Jessica Paquette talks Shotgun Hottie

Aron Wellman from Eclipse Thoroughbreds joins us to talk about their filly and recent Grade 1 winner, Nest

Ashley Mailloux wants to talk about undefeated Kathleen O from Shug McGaughey

Catch up with trainer Brittany Russell and the season she’s had with her team. A young and rising trainer who continues to progress with her runners.

This week’s show ends with a tribute to racing’s most loveable loser: Zippy Chippy. 100 starts without a win. He lived out his days at Old Friend’s Cabin Creek, and turned into a fan favorite. Owner and manager JoAnn Pepper recounts his stories.

The show kicks on with Matt Bernier and PTF talking about the pace scenario in the Kentucky Derby: who will lead? Can the closers get involved? How will Irad Ortiz and Joel Rosario play their cards?

Then they look at the Grade 1 Apple Blossom from Oaklawn with thoughts on Letruska, Ce Ce, and Clairere.

Horses discussed include: Messier, Taiba, Summer Is Tomorrow, Epicenter, Early Voting, Zandon, Mo Donegal and Charge It.

Lastly, NHC Champion David Harrison is here with PTF to talk about the Grade One Gamble and go over the Late Pick Five at Keeneland on Saturday.

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Nick is joined by journalist and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the news and events from around the racing world today. They lead with the final chapter - for now - in the Robbie Dunne case, which saw written reasons for the appeal board's decision to reduce Dunne's Ban published yesterday. Nick and Lydia also look ahead to tomorrow's jumps finale at Sandown in the company of Sue Howell, owner of revelation Win My Wings, while they cast an eye over the big chase at Punchestown next week, today's Classic Trial at Sandown and consider the comments made by Sir AP Mccoy on a 5 day Festival. Later in the show, James Willoughby offers a TRC rankings perspective on the relative merits of Native Trail and Perfect Power, while JA McGrath joins from Hong Kong, and Nick catches up with Dani Jackson, soon to make history as a female voice behind the microphone as a commentator at Newbury.

On this episode of First Over with Edison Hatter, Edison is joined by his most frequent guest of the show, Robert Reid Jr., to talk some Saturday night racing at Woodbine Mohawk.