Rosie Napravnik will tell us on how she became interested in a career as a jockey and share with us some of the exciting moments in her brilliant career.
Patricia "P.J." Cooksey is a trailblazer for women in the sport of racing. The Ohio native started in the leaky-roof circuit of West Virginia and made her way to the Kentucky Derby and became the first woman to ride in the Preakness Stakes.
Vic Zast was a Thoroughbred breeder and owner during 30 years he spent as a fragrance industry leader. He is the author of the award-winning book "The History and Art of 25 Travers" and the keeper of the "Saratoga Diary" at bloodhorse.
Dr. Tom Beckman D.V.M. a graduate of Auburn University has been practicing veterinary medicine for 45 years. He specializes in the treatment of Thoroughbred horses and other large animals. Dr.
In the first segment, Sean Clancy a critically acclaimed writer and former champion jockey, will tell us about his journey in horse racing. How his father, Joe Clancy Sr., who trained flat and steeplechase horses had instilled in sons Sean and Joe Jr.
Tom Drury has been a licensed trainer for the last 22 years. He covers a variety of services at the Skylight Training Center such as breaking, and starting young horses.
John worked in various creative environments in television, radio, print and film, with a special focus on writing and physical production.
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About Winning Ponies
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On the show we will talk about the Sport of Kings. We will delve into the different features of the WinningPonies.com website. John Engelhardt will talk about the issues of the day that affect horse racing, such as synthetic surfaces, medication rule changes, the fate of the industry as a whole, VLTs and Casinos, and human interest stories of triumph and defeat. You will also hear our spot play of the week, where John will handicap the feature races for the upcoming weekend, and will give out his best plays. We will keep you abreast racing’s big events. Featured on the show will be guests (trainers, jockeys, owners, celebrity handicappers and industry insiders). Promotional giveaways will be featured, such as brand merchandise and free WinningCredits.
Winning Ponies is broadcast live every Thursday at 8 PM Eastern/5 PM Pacific on the VoiceAmerica Variety Channel.