Nick is joined by Cornelius Lysaght to look at today's racing headlines. Top of the bill today is the revelation that Lord Allen has taken on the racecourses over the ownership of data rights that are currently sold as part of RMG and TRP brokered packages to bookmakers. Where will this end for all parties? Also today, Gordon Elliott talks Romeo Coolio and that Ryanair entry, plus why he'll have more DRF entries. Clerks at Naas, Kempton and Warwick assess their chances of racing, while at the last-named venue, Classic Chase contenders Lucinda Russell (Myretown), Sara Bradstock (Mr Vango) and Mel Rowley (Val Dancer) all discuss their intentions for the weekend and beyond. Karl Burke brings us news of his Dubai squad and also has news on Clifford Lee, while JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Oli Bell and Timeform Jumps Editor Dan Barber for today's show. With racing called off around Britain and Ireland, they take stock of the major championship divisions and - through the lens of Timeform ratings - try to predict which horses will top those divisions come the end of the season. Nick also catches up with trainers Harry Fry - bullish about the merits of Formby winner Idaho Sun - and Ollie Greenall, who plots his way through the back of the season with Iroko and Jagwar. Today's Weatherbys guest is Chapel Stud's Roisin Close, with news of her stallions and the TBA stallion showcase this weekend.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First up today, ARC Commercial Director David Leyden Dunbar joins the show to tell us what we can expect from the new Friday Night Live series, set to be screened on ITV4 over 5 fixtures and beginning this weekend. Plus, Martin Dwyer on his boss and mentor Ian Balding, David Redvers on acquiring new stallion King of Change, ex-jockey-turned-Hong Kong based entrepreneur Joe Lodder on his monumental 3,000 km run from the Great Wall of China, and Tony Lacy - Keeneland Sales VP - on what's on offer next week. Nick and Dave also pose the question: is Nicky Henderson soft-launching Constitution Hill's likely appearance in the Champion Hurdle with his quotes in the Sun today?

Nick is joined today by Matt Chapman as news breaks of the death of Ian Balding, founder of a dynasty and trainer of Mill Reef. His friend Brough Scott pays a moving tribute in the moments after the news was announced. Also today, Philip Hobbs and Olly Murphy on their hopes for a productive January with a number of classy prospects, while Richard Kingscote reacts to the news of the extension of his Hong Kong contract. Plus, Andrew Cooper and Tom Ryall have weather and inspection news for the weekend cards at Sandown and Wincanton, and Nick and Matt react to the Betfred/TRP picture blackout and the news that campaigners are now training their sights on bookmaker advertising.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead for this New Year's Day edition of the popular daily racing podcast. Nick and Lee look ahead at what's in store for the sport and the industry in 2026, while Anthony Bromley and Ben Pauling both drop in to talk about successes over the Christmas period and hopes for the coming months.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the major headlines from around the racing world. They are joined first by Gavin Cromwell, still scratching his head over the lamentable form of Gold Cup hero Inothewayurthinkin. Rebecca Curtis and Sean Bowen both have their say open whether Welsh National hero Haiti Couleurs can make up into a Gold Cup contender, while Godolphin's Liam O'Rourke pays tribute to Sheikh Mohammed Obaid and outlines immediate intentions for his stock. Plus, Billy Loughnane reflects on a memorable 2025 as he looks for the outright record of calendar-year wins this afternoon.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan as the podcast returns to daily duty with the news of the death of Sheikh Mohammed Obaid, one of the sport's most important patrons. George Boughey joins the show to talk about his recent association with the well known owner, preparing his 2,000 Guineas colt Bow Echo, and also to discuss stable rider Billy Loughnane's bid to break the all time record for winners in a calendar year. Also today, record breaking point to point rider Will Biddick tells Nick about his decision to retire and also gives his appraisal of one of his star graduates and winner of yesterday's Challow Hurdle, No Drama This End. Plus, Billy Nash from Timeform gives his reading of the King `George, Saville Chase and the best novice races of the Christmas period, while trainer Eddie Harty talks glowingly of stable star Irish Panther, with an interesting Cheltenham option thrown in the mix.

In this festive special podcast, Josh dives into a magic period of Christmas racing, with focus on a thrilling King George VI Chase and four unforgettable days from Leopardstown’s Christmas Festival, with exclusive insights from Gordon Elliott, Barry Connell, Sam Ewing, Lydia Hislop, Jack Kennedy and journalist Mark Boylan – as well as sharp analysis from on-hand pundit Andrew Blair White.

Following on from yesterday's podcast, we're bringing you part 2 of a special episode of the Nick Luck Daily podcast coming to you this Christmas, in partnership with Coolmore, where Kevin Blake and Fran Berry join Nick for a mince pie at Mikey Ryan’s pub in Cashel (Tipperary) and a full review of the 2025 flat racing year. Expect great stories, memorable highlights and plenty of laughs along the way.

Essential viewing over the festive period.

A special episode of the Nick Luck Daily podcast coming to you this Christmas, in partnership with Coolmore, where Kevin Blake and Fran Berry join Nick for a mince pie at Mikey Ryan’s pub in Cashel (Tipperary) and a full review of the 2025 flat racing year. Expect great stories, memorable highlights and plenty of laughs along the way.

Essential viewing over the festive period.