Mick and David Easterby - Reflection on Times

This month we are joined by Ed Harper, owner and manager of Whitsbury Manor Stud, who discusses his road to success. 

This month we welcome Conor Quirke to the podcast. Conor came into the industry with no background in horses and has achieved a huge amount of success, most notably purchasing Big Evs and Big Mojo. He is an example to the next generation. 

Tune in to hear Conor's story to success. 

This month On The Coalface, we're thrilled to welcome Matt Eaves from Star Bloodstock. As we dive into the peak of the yearling season, Matt will share his insights on the current market and the impact of new technology in the industry. With the rise of AI, could we see a future where Bloodstock Agents are replaced?

Tune in to hear Matt's thoughts on this intriguing topic and more.

Philip Newton is a prominent figure in our industry, serving as the dedicated TBA Chairman. With a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the field, Philip had been instrumental in driving the organization toward success. 

Join us on our podcast, On the Coal Face, as we explore the remarkable journey and insight of Philip Newton.

Kindly sponsored by Saracen Horse feeds, The Racing Manager and Oliver St. Lawrence.

In our new episode, We welcome our first French guess, one of the most renowned Bloodstock Management Advisor in Ftance. Bertrand followed into his father's step, sending some of the first French top jumpers in Ireland and England.

his Worldwide cursus took him to Ireland (Tattersalls Ireland), Britain (Tattersalls), South Africa (Summerhil & Varsfontein Stud) and Kentucky (Keeneland).
A Tattersalls French representative since 2000, Bertrand had always kept a keen interest in Jump racing.

He's responsible for the high-class performer FASTORSLOW and multiple Grade 1 chaser in France.  He's been instrumental in the Career of Groupe 1 winners on flat like CHANNEL, BLOND ME...

Join us on this enlightening episode of our podcast as we delve into the world of hunting with two distinguished guest :
Sir Mark Prescott, a prominent figure in the horse racing industry known for his expertise in training with over 2000 winners to his name, including Alpanista, winner of the 2022 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.

and David Redvers, a renowned Bloodstock agent and founded of Tweenhills Stud in 1995. He have purchased Roaring Lion, Lightning Spear, Havana Gold, Elm Park, Mangoustine ect... David is also the Racing and Bloodstock manager for Sheik Fahad al Thani and his brother's Qatar Racing operation.


We explore together the contentious topic of whether horse hunting should be banned. We consider the ethical implications, the historical significance of hunting with horses, and the potential impact of such a ban on the sport of horse racing.

Patrick Veitch studied mathematics at Cambridge University but soon find himself devoting more to the horses than the algorithms.

He is widely regarded as one of the most successful gamblers. He made over 10 millions in profit from betting between 1999 and 2007. However, his success has not come without controversy,  and his life had been marked by both triumph and tragedy.

In his autobiography, titled "Enemy Number One: The Secrets of the UK's Most Professional Punter," Veitch details his journey to becoming one of the most successful punters of modern times. The autobiography also delves into the methods and strategies Veitch used to earn his fortune, which he claims were based on mathematical models and statistical analysis.