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Inside the Rails
By Phil BoyleSports
Inside the Rails episodes
- A Clerks Life With Stephanie Wethered
Simon Double and Phil Boyle return for another episode of Inside The Rails, discussing their syndicate runners and a winner for Simon.
They dive into a detailed Cheltenham preview, sharing their ante-post selections and insights.
Special guest Stephanie Wethered, Clerk Of The Course at Lingfield Park, joins to talk about her career so far and the challenges of her role.
The episode also reflects on the tragic death of jockey Michael O'Sullivan and the increasing trend of trainers moving operations to France.
00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Catch-Up
03:09 Tribute to Jockey Michael O'Sullivan
04:33 BG Racing and Solario Racing Updates
06:22 Emerald Downs' Impressive Debut
09:03 Amy Murphy's French Training Venture
12:49 Cheltenham Festival Preview
18:00 Interview with Stephanie Wethered
28:41 Closing Remarks
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.solarioracing.com
www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
www.lingfieldpark.co.uk
Video Mentioned In The Episode
https://youtu.be/rEj5ld5XKM4
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: [email protected]
Simon Double: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Lingfield Park on Twitter/X - @LingfieldPark
Follow Stephanie Wethered on Twitter/X - @StephWethered
31 min - Behind The Odds With Simon Nott
In this episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle discuss the latest in horse racing and their syndicates.
They look at recent racing actions and the industry stories of the day before they are joined by this month's guest, Simon Nott.
Simon, a racing journalist, joins to discuss his career, the changes in the betting ring over the years, and his passion for music.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
01:35 Special Guest: Simon Nott
02:14 BG Racing Updates
03:10 Solario Racing Updates
06:04 Cheltenham Festival Insights
08:22 Syndicate Managers Conference
09:33 Trainer Interviews Controversy
12:16 Interview with Simon Nott
21:28 Music and Personal Passions
30:39 Closing Remarks
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.solarioracing.com
www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
www.simonnott.co.uk
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: [email protected]
Simon Double: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Simon Nott on Twitter/X - @SimonNott
33 min - Into 2025 With Neil Mulholland
Simon Double and Phil Boyle from BG Racing kick off the new year with a pre-recorded session of Inside the Rails.
They are joined by special guest, jumps trainer Neil Mulholland, who shares his insights and provides some horses to follow in 2025.
The hosts discuss their own syndicates, the impact of affordability checks on racing’s finances, the new season of Full Gallop and the upcoming Racehorse Syndicates Association conference.
00:00 Welcome to Inside the Rails
00:24 Holiday Preparations and Predictions
05:03 BG Racing and Solario Racing Updates
07:51 Exciting Prospects and Racing Highlights
10:18 The Impact of Gambling Regulations
12:05 Full Gallop and RSA Conference
14:45 Interview with Neil Mulholland
26:41 Closing Remarks and New Year Wishes
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.solarioracing.com
www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
www.www.neilmulhollandracing.com
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: [email protected]
Simon Double: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Neil Mulholland Racing on Twitter/X - @neil_mulholland
29 min - Heading Into Year Five
In the 49th episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle celebrate entering the fifth year of their podcast and recount how they both got into horse racing.
They update on the progress of their horses, including a welcome winner for Simon from Sharp Distinction.
They also touch on recent race outcomes from the Cheltenham November meeting and major international events like the Breeders Cup, whilst candidly discussing the challenges faced by the racing community after horse fatalities.
The episode concludes with a reflection on shared ownership and its joys, ending with the hosts' suggestions for improving the racing industry.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:26 BG Racing Updates: Bella Cavalla and Stryder
04:03 Solario Racing Highlights
09:17 Recent Major Races and Performances
11:29 Cheltenham November Meeting Recap
19:36 Shared Ownership Event at Ascot
23:38 Personal Stories: Getting into Racing
30:14 Improving British Racing: Suggestions
34:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.solarioracing.com
www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: [email protected]
Simon Double: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
37 min - A World Without Shoes?
Simon Double and Phil Boyle return with another engaging episode of Inside the Rails.
Trainer Simon Earle joins as a special guest, discussing his journey from a jockey to a trainer and his unconventional method of training horses without shoes.
The hosts delve into recent horse races, including Champions Day and the Arc, look ahead to the Breeders Cup, and touch on the financial state of horse racing and the impact it has on small trainers and syndicates.
00:00 Welcome to Inside the Rails
00:44 Meet Our Guest: Trainer Simon Earle
02:15 BG Racing Updates: Bella Cavalla and Stryder
03:46 Solario Racing's Recent Performances
09:47 The Arc and Champions Day Highlights
14:04 Breeders Cup Preview and Yearling Sales
18:27 Special Guest Interview: Simon Earle
31:13 Closing Remarks and Farewell
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.solarioracing.com
www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
www.simonearleracing.co.uk
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: [email protected]
Simon Double: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Simon Earle on Twitter/X - @SimonEarle2
33 min - Racing and Shared Ownership - Something For Everyone
Host Simon Double and Phil Boyle have recorded the podcast earlier than usual this month. Phil looks back at the race performances of his syndicate horses and Simon at the naming of one of his horses. They then discuss racehorse ownership and pay tribute to the retiring legendary trainer, Sir Michael Stoute.
The hosts are joined by special guest, David Letts from Great British Racing, who discusses his role in promoting shared ownership and enhancing diversity and inclusion in horse racing.
00:00 Welcome to Inside the Rails
00:27 Early Recording and Phil's Upcoming Holiday
03:12 Racing Updates: Stryder and Bella Cavalla
06:44 Naming the Massar Two-Year-Old Gelding
08:05 Montassib's Victory and the Upcoming City of Troy Workout
09:59 Sir Michael Stoute's Retirement
11:46 Promoting Shared Ownership in Horse Racing
15:26 Interview with David Letts from Great British Racing
21:52 David Letts on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
30:30 Closing Remarks and Farewell
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.solarioracing.com
www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
www.greatbritishracing.com
www.inthepaddock.co.uk
www.racingtogether.co.uk/diversity-in-racing/racing-with-pride/
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: [email protected]
Simon Double: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow GBR on Twitter/X - @GBRacing
Follow Racing With Pride on Twitter/X - @RacingWithPride
33 min - Steering The Future Of Racehorse Ownership
In this episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle discuss their recent activities on and off the racecourse and delve into the performances and challenges of their recent and upcoming runners, Stryder, Bella Cavalla, Bohaather, and Sharp Distinction.
They are joined by Louise Norman, the new CEO of the Racehorse Owners Association (ROA), who shares her vision for the future of racehorse ownership, the importance of shared ownership, and her aspirations to modernize and grow racehorse ownership.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
02:38 Syndicate Runners and Plans
09:09 A Look Back At Goodwood and York
14:21 Interview with Louise Norman
32:09 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.solarioracing.com
www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
www.roa.co.uk
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: [email protected]
Simon Double: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow the ROA on Twitter/X - @RacehorseOwners
35 min - Weatherbys: The Backbone of British Racing
In this episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle discuss recent syndicate runners and delve into the extensive history of racing's administration with guest Simon Cooper, Company Secretary of Weatherbys.
Simon discusses the digital evolution of racing administration, and provides detailed insights into Weatherbys' various functions, from the stud book to financial services.
Simon also shares fascinating historical anecdotes and offers suggestions for enhancing British racing, focusing on ease of syndication, horse traceability, and positive industry narratives.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.solarioracing.com
www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
www.weatherbys.co.uk
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: [email protected]
Simon Double: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Weatherbys on Twitter/X - @weatherbysltd
34 min - A Bookmakers View
Phil and Simon review Royal Ascot and bask in the glory of some winning tips. They discuss their recent syndicate runners and look at what impact the upcoming election could have on racing.
William Woodhams, CEO of Fitzdares Bookmakers joins our hosts to chat about his racing background and how he ended up running Fitzdares who have been around since 1882.
William chats about the thorny subject of affordability checks and highlights how Fitzdares operate their business. William has an excellent "three things to change racing for the better" to round out the interview.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.solarioracing.com
www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
www.fitzdares.com
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: [email protected]
Simon Double: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Fitzdares on Twitter/X - @Fitzdares
Follow William Woodhams on Twitter/X - @WIGWOOD
32 min - More Hats Than SimonThis month, Phil and Simon chat about the early season flat racing action and look ahead at the plans for their syndicate runners in the coming weeks. They discuss upcoming events which make shared ownership such an attractive experience. The guys are then joined by Josh Apiafi, a man with more hats than probably anyone in racing! Josh discusses his journey into racing and his presenting role with Sky Sports Racing. He chats about the Rewards For Racing programme he founded and chairs and Racing Pathway which aims to open up a path into the racing industry for people from all backgrounds. A diversity and inclusivity champion, Josh talks about the Racing Media Academy and his role in driving forward awareness and improvement in our sport in terms of improving accessibility to all.Useful links mentioned in this episode:www.solarioracing.comwww.bgracingsyndicates.co.ukwww.inthepaddock.co.ukwww.racingpathway.comwww.rewards4racing.comwww.racingmediaacademy.comwww.apiafi.comContact the hosts:Phil Boyle: [email protected]Simon Double: [email protected]Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRailsFollow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolarioFollow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicatesFollow Great British Racing on Twitter/X - @GBRacingFollow Josh Apiafi on Twitter/X - @joshapiafiFollow Rewards For Racing on Twitter/X - @rewards4racingFollow Racing Media Academy on Twitter/X - @racingmediaaca39 min
About Inside the Rails
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Join horse racing enthusiasts, Simon Double and Phil Boyle and their guests from around the racing world as they discuss the experience of owning a share of your own racehorse.
Find out about what it is like to become an owner and the different options available to get involved. It need not cost as much as you might think!
Simon and Phil are happy to answer any questions that you may have about racehorse ownership or racing in general. Simon can be contacted by email at: [email protected] and Phil can be contacted by email at: [email protected].
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