The countdown continues to Opening Day at Emerald Downs! Saturday, May 6 is the date for the beginning of 2023 live racing and a big plus is it's Kentucky Derby day as well. First race at 1 pm, come see the many new faces among jockeys, trainers and horses. Win your share of $1,000 in the Derby day Hat Contest. And, for horseplayers on EmD races, note the new low 10% takeout on Daily Double and Pick-3 wagers.

Joining Joe and Vince as guests this week are popular jockey Kevin Radke and new trainer Justin Evans. Radke was a strong second in the standings here in 2022 and followed that with jockey titles at Fresno and Golden Gate. Evans, stabling here for the first time, is the runaway leader in the current Turf Paradise standings, and is certain to win his third straight title there. Track Announcer Bill Downes joins Joe and Vince for the next podcast on May 4.