In The Money Players' Podcast
1,227 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 21 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 53 ratingsHello and welcome to the In the Money Players’ Podcast horse racing's longest continually running podcast. Peter Thomas Fornatale and Jonathon Kinchen talk racing news, look ahead to upcoming races, and talk a little nonsense along the way. This feed also houses our track specific shows for Keeneland and NYRA.
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Episodes
Players' Podcast: Santa Anita Opening Day Special
December 24, 2023 17:50 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBPTF and JK are here -- on the fifth anniversary of the first In the Money Players' Podcast -- to talk all about the stakes-laden Santa Anita Opening Day card. Joined by Jeff "Chappy" Chapman and with a special appearance by Skip "Skippy Santa Claus" Pearring, this is an episode that you won't want to miss.
All-Turf Pick Three for Sunday
December 23, 2023 20:48 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBPTF and JK are here to give their thoughts, tips, and analysis of the all-Turf Pick Three at Gulfstream Park this Christmas Eve Sunday. The All-Turf Pick Three is a $3 minimum, 15% takeout bet that is one of the most player-friendly wagers out there. We encourage you to listen and play along.
Holiday Musical Interlude 2023
December 23, 2023 16:47 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBPTF is back with a most unusual co-hostess, another PTF, Perrin Tamar Fornatale. They spin an hour of Christmas tunes for your listening pleasure. Riu Chiu -- The Monkees Thank God It’s Christmas -- Queen Wonderful Christmastime -- The Shins Hey Skinny Santa -- J.D. McPherson Billy Eilish – Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas * Run Rudolph Run Christmastime is Here -- Ol' 97s I Want an Alien For Christmas -- Fountains of Wayne Christmas on the Moon -- ?? * The Bells -- Phil O...
All-Turf Pick Three for Saturday
December 22, 2023 17:26 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBPTF and JK are here to give their thoughts, tips, and analysis of the all-Turf Pick Three at Gulfstream Park this Saturday, which includes two stakes races. The All-Turf Pick Three is a $3 minimum, 15% takeout bet that is one of the most player-friendly wagers out there. We encourage you to listen and play along.
Players' Podcast: Turfway and Japan
December 22, 2023 17:16 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBPTF kicks things off with Nick Tammaro as they talk about holiday food traditions and the last five races at Turfway on Saturday. Next up, Klaus Ebner is here with a detailed analysis and tips for the Arima Kinen, major G1 action in Japan on Saturday night/Sunday morning.
Dec 16th - Tropical Turf Pick 3
December 16, 2023 16:24 - 6 minutes - 5.86 MBGulfstream Park Race 4, Race 8, Race 11... Tropical Turf Pick 3 - 15% Takeout - $3 Minimum
Players' Podcast: Racing Around the World
December 16, 2023 01:14 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBNick Tammaro sits in for PTF on this edition of the show. Nick kicks things off Kevin Kerstein as they look at Turfway's Saturday card. Then Drew Coatney stops by for little stakes roundup. Last but not least Alex Henry is here to talk about the JRA action Saturday night into Sunday morning.
Players' Podcast: Belmont at Saratoga
December 12, 2023 02:13 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBJoin PTF and JK on a riveting journey through the historic shift of The Belmont Stakes to Saratoga for 2024-2025. Dive into an engaging discussion exploring every facet - from weather impacts to ticket pricing, race distances to Triple Crown implications. We dissect the pros and cons, including the backyard experience, undercard stakes, escalating hotel prices, and transportation logistics. This episode is a must-listen for racing enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive breakdown of the Belmon...
Players' Podcast: Tips and Analysis From Around the Racing World
December 08, 2023 18:49 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBThe show kicks off with PTF and Drew Coatney talking about an exciting card of racing at Woodbine on Saturday. Then Nick Tannaro is on the mic as he talks about NYRA with Darin Zocali of Twinspires and Turfway Park with KK (Kevin Kerstein). Last but not least, PTF is bacl with Klaus Ebner for a chat about Equinox's retirement, JRA action Saturday night into Sunday morning, and the Japanese contingent at the HKIR.
Gulfsteam Park All-Turf Pick Three for Sunday
December 08, 2023 18:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBPTF and JK are back with their analysis of the $3 minimum, 15% takeout All-Turf Pick Three at Gulfstream Park on Sunday.
Gulfsteam Park All-Turf Pick Three for Saturday
December 08, 2023 17:57 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBPTF and JK are back with their analysis of the $3 minimum, 15% takeout All-Turf Pick Three at Gulfstream Park on Saturday.
CAW chat + Randy Moss Live From Arizona
December 06, 2023 17:51 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBThe show kicks on with PTF telling JK about some of the highlights from the RTIP Symposium on racing and with a detailed discussion about the CAW panel in particular. Then they recap the top races from last weekend with thoughts on Hoist the Gold, Dornach, Sierra Leone, and Life Talk, among others. Next up, Andrew Brown met up eith randy Moss just minutes after his excellent keynote speech at the Symposium.
Cigar Mile Pick Six Special
December 01, 2023 18:31 - 34 minutes - 32 MBPTF hosts legendary horseplayer and author Steven Crist and Jonathon Kinchen as they give their thoughts on a stakes laden Pick Six at Aqueduct this Saturday.
Del Mar Turf Festival Preview
December 01, 2023 18:14 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBPTF hosts Frank Scatoni as they go over the various stakes at Del Mar this weekend.
Players' Podcast: Woodbine and Turfway and More
December 01, 2023 17:19 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBPTF kicks off the show with Drew Coatney asking for clarification about his comments about how "he should have won" the BCBC this year. Then they delve into the last four races of the Woodbine Saturday card. Next up, Matt Cutair of Adelphi Racing is here to discuss two Adelphi runners on Turfway Park's Saturday card as well as the Late Pick FIve. For more information about Adelphi, go here.
Gulfstream All-Turf Pick 3 for Saturday
December 01, 2023 15:06 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBPTF and JK are here to talk all about a new bet they're excited about -- the all Turf Pick Three at Gulfstream Park, with a $3 minimum and 15% takeout.
Giving Tuesday + Much Needed Context for Jack Gilligan
November 28, 2023 23:38 - 1 hour - 51 MBPTF kicks off the show with Kim Weir who lets us know about TRF's Giving Tuesday initiatives. You can donate to help retired horses -- and get a bottle of ITM's barrel-pick whiskey -- at trfinc.org/players. Next we have a visit from jockey Jack Gilligan who gives great insight into his time in the USA, the challenges jockeys face, and he also provides some much needed context for his recent TRC interview, which stirred up a bit of controversy. The book Jack refers to herein is The Confident...
The Fastest Horse in the World (Really!)
November 27, 2023 18:07 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBPTF starts the show with a visit from Michael Adolphson to talk about Equinox's smashing win in the Japan Cup. Just how good is he? Listen to hear Michael's take, which might surprise you. Next up Jimmy George of Tattersalls is in the house to review the flat season in the UK and talk about the upcoming Sceptre Session.
Players' Podcast: Aqueduct and Woodbine
November 24, 2023 23:53 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBOn this edition of the show, Nick Tammaro hosts Sara Elbadwi as they go over the Aqueduct Pick 6 on Saturday. Then Drew Coatney stops by to discuss Saturday's Woodbine racing action.
Baby Talk Season Finale: Saturday's Stars of Tomorrow Card
November 24, 2023 18:13 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MBBrought to you by Gainesway. PTF hosts Ben Gowans as they give their thoughts on the last five races on Churchill Downs' Saturday card featuring all two-year-old races.
Del Mar Weekend Stakes Preview
November 24, 2023 18:01 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBOur coverage of the Del Mar Turf Festival kicks off with PTF and Frank Scatoni going over the featured races for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Kentucky Derby Future Wagers + Friday CD Stakes
November 24, 2023 15:03 - 35 minutes - 28.4 MBPTF hosts Kevin Kerstein of Churchill Downs and Eric DeCoster of In the Money Media as they talk about the two big stakes on Friday and the latest iteration of both the Kentucky Derby Future Wager and the Kentucky Derby Sire Wager.
Tampa Bay Downs Meet Preview
November 21, 2023 22:05 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBOn the eve of the seasonal opening of Tampa Bay Downs , PTF hosts this evergreen preview of the meet starring track announcer Jason Beem, owner/bettor Rich Averill, and stats expert Jake Jacobs of RacingFlow.com and Thoropace. To learn about the FREE Tampa Bay Downs Festivus Challenge, go here. For the full Tampa Bay trainer report from Thoropace, click here. You can also get a free thoropace account here.
The Foxes of Belair: Gallant Fox, Omaha, and the Quest for the Triple Crown (Jennifer Kelly Interview)
November 20, 2023 21:30 - 52 minutes - 23.9 MBAuthor and historian Jennifer Kelly is back with us to talk about her research and writing process for her new book, Foxes of Belair. With that as a jumping off point, she and PTF talk about the origins of the Triple Crown, as well as several people and decisions that revolutionized the breeding industry in the 20th Century. To get a personalized, signed copy of the book, please buy here and leave a note about how you want the book personalized. Also, follow Jennifer on Twitter and keep ...
Degenerate Gift-Giving Guide 2023
November 20, 2023 19:21 - 47 minutes - 27.3 MBIt's that time once again for your Degenerate Gift-Giving Guide for 2023. PTF is thrilled to be joined by Jennifer Kelly as they talk through their favorite gift ideas for horse lovers/players as we approach the season. Jennifer's excellent pieces about gifts and books can be accessed here and here. Get all the details about our partnership with Race Lens where you can get a full year of their PPs and an In the Money Plus annual subscription for one low price here. You can find more info...
Players' Podcast: Racing Around the World This Weekend
November 17, 2023 16:25 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBPTF kicks off the new show with a chat with Drew Coatney talking about the racing from Woodbine on Saturday. Next up, Kevin Kerstein drops by to chat about racing at Churchill Downs. JK is up next with coverage of the Aqueduct Pick Six. And we close things with a look at the JRA action this weekend with our friend Klaus Ebner.
Players' Podcast: Too Early Eclipse Predictions + RTIP discussion
November 13, 2023 17:19 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBJK and PTF lead things off with a quick rattle through the Eclipse categories giving their early opinions on who should be named Horse of the Year etc. Then Eric DeCoster is here to reflect on his Breeders' Cup volunteer experience and tell us more about the upcoming Racetrack Industry Program conference happening in early December.
Players' Podcast: Mixed Bag
November 10, 2023 17:01 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBThere's a little bit more Breeders' Cup recapping and a whole lotta capping on the new show. First up, PTF hosts Drew Coatney as they look back at the BCBC and look forward to some stakes racing at Woodbine. Then Kevin Kerstein is here to talk about the effect that the KTDF has had on purses in Kentucky and to look at the last five races at Churchill Downs on Saturday. JK stops by with thoughts on the AQU Pick Six. And last but not least, Klaus Ebner gives us his thoughts on the Japanese...
Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge Champion Sean Boarman
November 08, 2023 15:10 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBFor the season 1 finale of the Pro Player Diary, PTF sits down with Sean Boarman on the heels of life-changing BCBC score.
Breeders' Cup Recap with Vanessa and JK
November 07, 2023 21:46 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBPTF, JK and Vanessa Ryle go over all 14 Breeders' Cup Races in this recap from the big two days of racing.
Emergency Podcast: RIP Cody Dorman
November 07, 2023 14:40 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBPTF is here with Paul Halloran of the HHH Racing Podcast as the two reflect on the life and legacy of Cody Dorman. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to the Make a Wish Foundation. You can find the link here.
Breeders' Cup Final Answers Show
November 02, 2023 14:07 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBTaylor Made Partnerships/Medallion Racing present the In the Money Media Final Answers Show where PTF, JK, Vanessa Ryle give their final picks for every BC race.
Pro Players' Show for Breeders' Cup '23
November 01, 2023 17:32 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBPTF hosts Sean Boarman and Duke Matties as they talk about different horses, figures, and wagering approaches for the two days of the Breeders' Cup.
Vanessa Ryle on the European Contingent
October 28, 2023 19:04 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBPTF and Vanessa Ryle go over the European contingent at the Breeders’ Cup with thoughts on Mostahdaf, Auguste Rodin, Inspiral, Warn Heart, Mawj, and many many more As a reminder, you can sign up for the FREE Players' Newsletter at https://www.inthemoneypodcast.com/email - This weekly newsletter, sent on Friday, is a hub for horse racing content from the ITM Team and our partners. If you want even more premium handicapping analysis, including exclusive podcasts, detailed written analysis, a...
Players Pod - October 27
October 27, 2023 15:16 - 1 hour - 117 MBNick Tammaro subs for PTF and is joined by Andy Serling to cover the Saturday Belmont at the Big A Pick 6, Marshall Gramm on the Keeneland Saturday late Pick 5, Drew Coatney to discuss the Woodbine late Pick 4 for Saturday and Klaus Ebner for a chat on the Tenno Sho Autumn pitting the world's de facto best horse Equinox against the last horse to beat him, Do Deuce.
MONSTER POD for Breeders’ Cup Future Stars Friday
October 26, 2023 22:38 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBPTF hosts the Friday edition of the BC Monster Pod with five great guests for five great races. Here you’ll find: Rowan Ward on the Juvenile Turf Sprint Britney Eurton on the Juvenile Fillies Callum Helliwell on the Juvenile Fillies Turf Dan Illman on the Juvenile Michael Adolphson on the Juvenile Turf There’s no better place to start your Breeders’ Cup handicapping/form study than with the In the Money Media Monster Pods.
MONSTER POD for Breeders' Cup Saturday
October 26, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBPTF and JK host the Friday edition of the BC Monster Pod with nine great guests for nine great races. Here you'll find: Maggie Wolfendale on the Dirt Mile Rick Hammerle on the Filly and Mare Turf Sarah Elbadwi on the Filly and Mare Sprint Rishi Persad on the Mile David Aragona on the Distaff Matt Chapman on the Turf Randy Moss on the Classic Acacia Clement on the Turf Sprint Richie Migliore on the Sprint. There's no better place to start your Breeders' Cup handicapping/form study t...
Adelphi Racing Club Mid-Week Special
October 25, 2023 14:24 - 42 minutes - 34.1 MBPTF is joined by Matt Cutair of Adelphi Racing as they go over several races this week, including two horses that Pete is part of who are in at BAQ on Thursday, Gem Mint Ten and Gotham Gray.
Three Thoughts on Every Breeders' Cup Race
October 23, 2023 18:27 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBThe new show kicks off with PTF and JK each giving three thoughts on every Breeders' Cup race as we sit on the even of the draw. Then Howard Kravets of the HHH podcast is here to tell us about a special live interview he is doing on his Youtube channel with Cody Dorman and his family, and to give a couple of early BC ideas as well.
The Keeneland All-Turf Pick Three + Racing Across the World
October 19, 2023 21:59 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBPTF kicks off the show with JK as they do a dive into Saturday's Pick Three at Keeneland, discuss the smartest ways to approach the bet, and give some advice for newcomers as well. Next up, Alex Henry is back to look back at Liberty Island's romp and to look ahead to this weekend's JRA action. Last but not least, Drew Coatney is here with his thoughts and analysis for Woodbine Saturday as well as another KUTT challenge for PTF on the NFL.
Santa Anita Saturday Pick Six Show - October 21, 2023
October 19, 2023 17:18 - 46 minutes - 84.6 MBPTF hosts Duke Matties and Nick Tammaro as they go over the Saturday Pick Six from Santa Anita. To learn more about the Racing Symposium and the free NHC contest for attendees, go here.
Breeders’ Cup Favorites Buy-Sell-Hold
October 17, 2023 18:49 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBOn the new show, PTF, JK and Nick Tammaro take a look at the current favorites for the Breeders' Cup in every race and pick some spots to Buy, Sell, and Hold. Then our Adelphi performance of the week goes to Pandagate, an impressive winner at (Belmont at) Aqueduct. Learn more about Adelphi here. Last but not least, Kim Weir drops by to give us an update on the Thoroughbred Retirement Fund Hay Drive and its matching dollars plan. Plus PTF gives more details on his recent visit to Wallkill C...
Weekend Preview from KEE, BAQ, JRA and WO
October 12, 2023 21:21 - 1 hour - 56 MBPTF is back with JK as they go over the early Pick Five from BAQ on Saturday, as well as the all-Turf Pick Three from Keeneland. Then Klaus Ebner is here with an early look at the Japanese contingent for the Breeders' Cup as well analysis of the big race Saturday night into Sunday morning, the Shuka Sho featuring Liberty Island. Last but not least, Drew Coatney drops by for some chat about Woodbine Stakes races and an NFL challenge presented by our friends from KUTT.
Bringing Sexy Back
October 10, 2023 15:43 - 49 minutes - 34 MBPTF hosts JK and Nick as they go over a plethora of Breeders' Cup Prep Races from this past weekend from Woodbine, Keeneland, Santa Anita, Horses covered include Gina Romantica, In Italian, Locked, War Like Goddess, Up to the Mark, Randomized, Big Invasion, Idiomatic, Nations Pride, Timberlake, and more.
Race Lens Breeders' Cup Prep Race Preview for 10/7/23
October 06, 2023 22:41 - 34 minutes - 62.6 MBPTF is back with Race Lens power user Matt Vagvolgyi as they go over several of the key angles they'll be using to find winners on a loaded Saturday of racing action. For a limited time only, you can get a massive discount on an annual Race Lens plan AND a free year on In the Money Plus (including our full Breeders' Cup and Kentucky Derby packages when you visit https://www.inthemoneypodcast.com/racelens
Breeders' Cup Preps Here, There and Everywhere!
October 06, 2023 16:53 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBPTF and JK kick us off with a look at every stakes race from (Belmont at) Aqueduct and Keeneland. Then Drew Coatney drops by with a view on on Sunday's loaded Woodbine card and an NFL Challenge for PTF via <a href="http://kutt.com">KUTT</a>.
Santa Anita Presents: Breeders’ Cup Challenge Pick 6 Show
October 06, 2023 02:13 - 47 minutes - 86.5 MBPTF hosts a panel including professional horseplayer Sean Boarman, tournament specialist Nick Tammaro, and Santa Anita's own Jeff "Chappy" Chapman as they go over three BC Challenge races each from Santa Anita and Keeneland.
Zandon's Chances in the Classic plus Wednesday Stakes Action
October 03, 2023 17:50 - 1 hour - 37.4 MBPTF and JK are here to take a quick look back at the major Breeders' Cup Prep Race action from this weekend and to look ahead to rare mid-week Breeders' Cup Win-and-You're-In races from Belmont at Aqueduct on Wednesday.
Santa Anita Opening Saturday Show
September 30, 2023 02:10 - 40 minutes - 74.1 MBPTF hosts Jeff "Chappy" Chapman and Scotty McKeever of EquineEdge as they go over the stakes-laden Saturday Pick Six at Santa Anita.
Players Podcast - 9/30
September 30, 2023 01:30 - 1 hour - 106 MBNick Tammaro fills in for PTF on this week's Players' Pod on a packed show that includes a look at Churchill Downs racing with Kevin Kerstein, Belmont at the Big A analysis from Andy Serling, Woodbine late Pick 4 and stakes action with Drew Coatney and a look at Sunday's GI Sprinters Stakes from the JRA with Klaus Ebner. Listen in for the conversation with Klaus about Japanese hopefuls for the Breeders' Cup as well.