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In The Money Players' Podcast

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Hello 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

Maple Leaf Mel and Where We Go From Here

August 07, 2023 17:51 - 40 minutes - 32.5 MB

In a special episode of the podcast, Jay Privman joins PTF as they look back at the Maple Leaf Mel tragedy and how to process it. Then we get an update from Jay on how his summer is going. We close with thoughts on the late surface switch in the Sunday NYRA Pick Five.

Racing with Roman ep 2: Whitney Day Recap, Sunday Thoughts

August 06, 2023 15:54 - 32 minutes - 22 MB

PTF, DD, and Larry Roman are here with thoughts on the Maple Leaf Mel tragedy, White Abarrio's romp in the Whitney, and thoughts on racing at Saratoga on Sunday.

Weekend Preview for Hambletonian, Monmouth, and Woodbine

August 04, 2023 18:12 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MB

PTF hosts a varied show, kicking off with the Adelphi Racing Club performance of the week -- one with special relevance for him. Then, Mike Pribozie and Ray Cotolo are here to tell you all you need to know about the two harness legs of Saturday's cross country bet -- it's Hambletonian Day! Eric Solomon is here with thoughts on Monmouth. And Drew Coatney closes us out with thoughts on Woodbine. NOTE: Saratoga Saturday is covered on two other shows, one with Steven Crist, the other a Final...

TWO-DAY PICK SIX SPECIAL

August 04, 2023 16:56 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB

SPONSORED BY NYRA BETS. There's a special two-day Pick Six Friday and Saturday at the Spa -- and it's the only way you can bet all the Saturday Stakes in a pick five (assuming you survive the first leg). Who better than the King of the Pick Six, Steven Crist, to sit down with PTF and give his thoughts on the sequence.

Baby Talk for Saturday, August 5

August 03, 2023 16:44 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

PTF is here with Ben Gowans of Gainesway to preview the upcoming Saratoga Sale and to have a look at three maiden special weight races from Saratoga and Del Mar this Saturday.

Six-Figure Wednesday Carryover and More

August 01, 2023 18:13 - 44 minutes - 30.2 MB

The show kicks off with PTF and JK looking back at weekend stakes action from Saratoga, Del Mar and Monmouth. They take a break and Callum Helliwell of Sky Sports Racing is here to give his view on Wednesday Breeders' Cup Win-and-You're-In action from Goodwood -- the Group 1 Sussek Stakes featuring one of the current faves for the BC Mile, Paddington. PTF and JK return with more recapping and their initial thoughts on the Wednesday Pick Six carryover at Saratoga.

Baby Talk: Action from Saratoga, Del Mar and Monmouth

July 29, 2023 14:44 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

PTF and Ben Gowans of Gainesway are here to talk you through Saturday and Sunday two-year-old racing action from Saratoga, Del Mar, and Monmouth.

Racing From Saratoga, Del Mar, Monmouth and Woodbine

July 28, 2023 17:50 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

It's a major Saturday of racing all across North America and we've got you covered. First off, PTF sits down with NYRA content producer Matthew DeSantis to talk about the Saratoga Pick Six. We have a special Horseplayer Happy Hour crossover where Vanessa Ryle gives her thoughts on the King George at Ascot in our BC spotlight segment -- with a Michelle Yu cameo. Gary Fenton pops in to tell us about the upcoming LRF Cares Challenge. Frank Scatoni is here with thoughts on this weekend's Del...

Pro Player Diary: Racing's Moral Hazard

July 27, 2023 18:26 - 59 minutes - 47.3 MB

Sean Boarman is back with PTF to discuss a major turnaround in his betting fortunes and to give his thoughts on the recent NHC scandal. 

Stakes Lookback, Wednesday Saratoga Preview

July 25, 2023 18:59 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

PTF and JK are here with a look back at the Haskell, Next vs. Clairiere, Wet Paint vs Sacred Wish, plus an early look at the King's Plate. The Adelphi Performance of the Week -- in a tough battle -- goes to Anisette. Then Nick Tammaro is here to go over the Wednesday card at Saratoga with PTF.

The Summer Meets Are Off and Running

July 21, 2023 18:18 - 58 minutes - 40 MB

PTF has a trio of guests to chat about racing around North America, starting with Jonathon Kinchen, who covers the Pick Six at Saratoga. Then Drew Coatney is here to go over the last four races at Woodbine that include a pair of graded stakes. Last but not least it's Frank Scatoni dropping by with thoughts on the Del Mar Saturday Late Pick Five,

Haskell Day All-Stakes Pick Four

July 21, 2023 15:50 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

PTF sits down with Brian Skirka and Jonathon Kinchen as they give their thoughts on the Haskell Day all-stakes Pick Four.

Del Mar Meet Preview + Opening Day Tips and Analysis

July 20, 2023 09:46 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MB

Frank Scatoni and PTF talk generally about the Del Mar meet and then delve into the specifics of the Opening Day late Pick Five.

2023 Del Mar Lifestyle Show

July 17, 2023 20:41 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB

It's the 2023 Del Mar lifestyle show, with PTF hosting guests from two ends of the spectrum . . . First, we have Christina Blacker of FanduelTV/TVG.com, who has been going to Del Mar for her whole life. Then we have Andrew Brown, who moved to Del Mar two years ago and has decided to make it his forever home. They give thoughts on food, drink, activities and the best way to do the races at Del Mar. This special show is brought to you by the Del Mar Charity Challenge, sponsored by our friend...

RIP Golden Gate, Weekend Recap

July 17, 2023 12:47 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MB

PTF and JK are back with a short show where they talk about the bombshell news that Golden Gate Fields will be closing permanently after this meet. They also look back at a weekend of stakes action at Saratoga that featured wins by Casa Creed and Whitebeam amongst others, and they give the Adelphi Performance of the Week to maiden winner Pirate.

Baby Talk: Season Premiere with Racing from Saratoga

July 14, 2023 18:27 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

PTF is here with the first Baby Talk of the new season where Ben Gowans is here to give an update on Gainesway so far in 2023 and to take a look at two races from Saratoga on Opening Weekend, as well as a look back at the Schuylerville from Opening Day.

Can In Italian Be Beaten in the Diana?

July 14, 2023 15:16 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

PTF is back in the USA to host the late-week Players' Podcast with action from Saratoga, Monmouth Park, and Woodbine. We kick on with Nick Tammaro and thoughts on the Grade 1 Diana as well as the Pick Six, with ideas for horses to bet whether or not we stay on the turf. Then they turn their attention to the last five races at Monmouth, where Nick gives his Monmouth Park Bet of the Week in the Blue Sparkler. Then Drew Coatney stops by as he and PTF look at the last four races at Woodbine, ...

Players' Podcast - July 11, 2023

July 11, 2023 20:58 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB

Join JK and Nick Tammaro discuss the Opening Day Pick 6 at Saratoga. Plus Kurt and Kim join to talk about all things Old Smoke Clothing and the TRF. Lastly JK gives you the Adelphi Performance of the Week. 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 exclus...

Players' Podcast - July 7, 2023

July 07, 2023 14:53 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Join Jonathon Kinchen in the late week show as he's joined by Nick Tammaro, Blake Jessee and Drew Coatney to discuss the Monmouth best bet, the NYRA pick 6, Horseshoe Indy, and Woodbine racing. 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...

Players' Podcast - July 5, 2023 - Saratoga Lifestyle Show

July 06, 2023 01:08 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

Join Mr and Mrs. Kinchen as they take a look at what to do this summer at Saratoga. 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, and show notes from the free podcasts, please check out ITM Plus - https://www.in...

NON-RACING CONTENT: Brett Forrest and His New Book, Lost Son

July 03, 2023 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MB

PTF reconnects with an old friend about a fascinating new book which tells the story of Billy Reilly -- it's a real-life mystery that unfolds like a thriller, including an FBI cover up and links to both 9/11 and the war in Ukraine.

Players' Podcast - June 29, 2023

June 29, 2023 21:17 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

Join Jonathon Kinchen in the late week show as he's joined by Nick Tammaro and Drew Coatney to discuss the Steven Foster Pick 4, as well as action in Monmouth Park, Belmont Park, and Woodbine. 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...

International Review Show

June 27, 2023 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

PTF and Vanessa Ryle are here to take you through a stakes review, from Royal Finger Lakes to Royal Ascot, with a stop in Japan at the end of the show. Horses discussed include Modern Games, Triple Time, Mostahdaf, Valiant Force, American Rascal, Bradsell, Highfield Princess, Looms Boldly, Equinox, and many more.

Ascot Saturday Tips and Analysis

June 23, 2023 04:00 - 17 minutes - 13.9 MB

PTF sits down with Scott Hazelton to get thoughts on closing day at Royal Ascot.

Friday at Royal Ascot

June 22, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB

PTF is joined by Callum Helliwell of Sky Sports Racing to talk about Friday's Royal Ascot card.

Ascot Gold Cup Day (Thursday) with Rishi Persad

June 21, 2023 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.71 MB

Rishi Persad of ITV and the Breeders' Cup joins PTF to go over the card for Ascot Gold Cup Day.

Ascot Wednesday

June 20, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

Legendary pundit Barry Faulkner sits with PTF to give his thoughts on Ascot's Wednesday card.

Nick Luck On Ascot Win-and-You're-Ins + Jena Antonucci

June 20, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

PTF catches up with Nick Luck as he gives thoughts tips and analysis on the four Breeders’ Cup Win-And-You’re-In races, the Queen Anne, the King’s Stand, the Prince of Wales’s, and the Norfolk Stakes. Then Maggie Wolfendale takes the reins as she interviews Jena Antonucci about her historic achievement in this year's Belmont Stakes.

Tuesday at Royal Ascot

June 18, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

PTF kicks off our free Royal Ascot coverage with an overview of the meeting from Ascot TV's Rosie Tapner. Then international expert Michael Adolphson is here with tips on all seven races. For much more Ascot coverage, make sure you sign up for In the Money Plus.  

Players' Podcast - June 16, 2023

June 16, 2023 13:37 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MB

Join Jonathon Kinchen in the late week show as he's joined by Duke Matis, Brian Skirka, and Drew Coatney discussing action at NYRA, Woodbine, Santa Anita and of course Monmouth Park 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 w...

Computer Betting Special with Marshall Gramm

June 13, 2023 17:45 - 1 hour - 64.7 MB

PTF sits down with Marshall Gramm for a lengthy discussion about computer betting and computer teams -- who are they, what do they do, where do they come from, and what do they mean to you? Throughout the chat, several resources to learn more are mentioned and we'll link to those in these show notes. Here's Marshall's tweet about calculating imputed odds. Articles and books: Bill Benter (1994) “Computer Based Horse Racing Handicapping and Wagering Systems: A Report” from Bill Ziemba’s ant...

Belmont Stakes Festival Recap

June 12, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MB

PTF, JK and Nick Tammaro look back at the best performances from the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival with thoughts on Arcangelo, Cody's Wish, Elite Power, In Italian, Up to the Mark and many many more. Then Josh Nguyen is here to talk about his new Lifestyle Pick Three video/podcast series, dropping this week on the In the Money Media Network

Belmont Stakes Simulcast Show

June 09, 2023 19:32 - 52 minutes - 41.7 MB

PTF hosts the Belmont Stakes simulcast show. First up, Eric Solomon is here to go over the Late Pick Five at Monmouth on Saturday. Then, it's Frank Scatoni in the hot seat to give his thoughts on the late pick four at Santa Anita. You can also read Frank's horse-by-horse analysis of the Belmont Stakes over at frankscatoni.com.

Horseplayers' Happy Hour - June 8, 2023

June 08, 2023 21:22 - 59 minutes - 137 MB

PTF and Jonathon Kinchen kick off the new season of Horseplayer Happy Hour. In this live stream, they will talk about the concept and preview the opening slate of races, race 4-10 on the Belmont Thursday card. They'll also look forward to a loaded two days of stakes action at Belmont, including the Belmont stakes.

Belmont Stakes Pick Six Roundtable

June 08, 2023 00:21 - 1 hour - 140 MB

PTF hosts legendary horseplayer Steven Crist and our own Jonathon Kinchen as they take a look at the all Grade 1 Pick Six on Belmont Stakes Day.

Pro Player Diary for June 7, 2023

June 07, 2023 12:28 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

Sean Boarman and PTF are back with an update on Sean's gambling adventures domestically and abroad. Also stay tuned for some of Sean's early Belmont Stakes Pick Six thoughts.

Early Belmont Stakes Racing Festival Preview

June 05, 2023 14:14 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

PTF and Nick Tammaro are here to look back at a weekend of racing, comment on some industry issues, and look forward to a huge weekend of racing in New York at the Belmont Racing Festival, including their early thoughts and selections for the Belmont Stakes itself.

Saturday Horse Racing Tips and Analysis

June 02, 2023 17:23 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

PTF kicks off the new show with Drew Coatney as they look at the last four races at Woodbine on Saturday including two stakes and the return of Moira. Then Klaus Ebner is here to chat about Breeders' Cup Win-and-You're-In action from Japan on Saturday night into Sunday morning. Remember you can get free PPs and are picks and analysis by visiting inthemoneypodcast.com on Saturday afternoon. Scott Shapiro is up next with his thoughts on a stakes-laden card at Churchill for Stephen Foster Pre...

First Look at the Belmont Stakes

June 01, 2023 13:52 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB

On the new show, Dean Keppler of inthemoneypodcast.com sits down with PTF to look back at a trio of Grade 1 races from Santa Anita on Saturday and take an early look at the prospective field for the Belmont Stakes. Then Annise Montplaisir of Amplify Racing is here to talk about the organization and its efforts to promote mental health in racing through their partnership with Better Health. Click here to learn more about the program.

NY Bred Summer Stakes

May 28, 2023 14:10 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MB

Nick Tammaro is joined by Andy Serling to cover the 6 stakes races to be run at Belmont Park for NY breds on Memorial Day.  

Players' Podcast - May 26, 2023

May 27, 2023 00:34 - 1 hour - 87 MB

Nick Tammaro hosts for PTF and welcomes Edison Hatter to cover the Elitloppet live from Sweden, Alex Henry to discuss Sunday's Japanese Derby, Frank Scatoni to go through the Santa Anita Saturday late Pick 5 and Blake Jessee to dive into the Belmont Saturday Pick 6. Good luck!

Preakness Recap and More

May 23, 2023 17:31 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

PTF and Nick Tammaro look back at Preakness weekend and talk about National Treasure, Mage, Blazing Sevens, Arabian Lion, Taxed and More. Plus, the elephant in the room. Then PTF hosts Monmouth Park’s Brian Skirka as they talk about the wonderful world of handicapping contests, going over the basics of the National Horseplayers’ Championship and the Breeders’ Cup Betting Challenge, as well as the upcoming Pick Your Prize Contest on June 3 at Monmouth, one of the best ways to qualify for bot...

ITM Players Podcast Preakness day simulcast

May 19, 2023 18:49 - 1 hour - 75.4 MB

Spencer guests hosts again for Pete and brings four great guests in to handicap tracks around the country Eric Solomon for the late P4 at Monmouth park Klaus Ebner talks Japanese Oaks John Pinder NYRA pick 6 Frank Scatoni late pick 5 at Santa Anita

Emergency Pod -- National Treasure Loose as a Goose?

May 19, 2023 14:32 - 14 minutes - 8.16 MB

Naomi Tukker and PTF take a few minutes to analyze the Preakness now that we know that First Mission will not be competing.

2023 Preakness Stakes | LIVE All Stakes Pick 5 Handicapping Seminar

May 17, 2023 16:35 - 1 hour - 56 MB

PTF hosts Jonathon Kinchen, Michelle Yu, and John Piassek as they go over the Preakness Day all-stakes Pick Five with a deep dive on the Preakness itself. ***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, and ...

Pro Player Diary 5.16.23: Hello, My Name Is Sean

May 16, 2023 16:26 - 52 minutes - 30.3 MB

On the new show, PTF and Sean talk about Sean's mellow betting week and reflect on the importance of not letting one hit make you too aggressive. PTF parallel parks while going over the Preakness stakes and trying to find an angle into betting the race.

How Civilians See Horse Racing / Preakness Field Overview

May 15, 2023 18:17 - 1 hour - 48.7 MB

We kick things off with PTF asking Jessica Paquette and Jay Privman about horse racing's current status in the American public consciousness. They talk about how the world at large sees racing, what racing might to do to improve, and how big of threat recent bad news and reporting are for the game they all love. Next up, Brian Nadeau of Gulfstream Park is here to look back at the Royal Palm Juvenile and Juvenile Fillies -- both win-and-you-re-in races for Royal Ascot -- and to take an early...

Early Look at the Preakness + Racing Tips and Analysis for BEL, CD, SA, JRA

May 12, 2023 17:01 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

Loaded show! We kick on with PTF and Nick Tammaro taking an early look at the Preakness and then pivoting to Belmont Park where they go over the final seven races on the card including a trio of stakes races. Next up Scott Shapiro is here to go over the last five races at Churchill Downs. Then Alex Henry drops by to look back at the Japanese runners' performances in the Kentucky Derby and look ahead to JRA action Saturday night. Last but not least, Dean Keppler and Frank Scatoni are here...

Pro Player Diary 5.10.23: Sometimes the Best Bets Are the Ones You Don't Make

May 11, 2023 21:58 - 1 hour - 45.4 MB

PTF sits down with Sean Boarman to catch up and go over Sean's plays over the last two weeks, including Oaks and Derby? Does Sean finally get off the schneid? Listen and find out!

Monmouth Park Meet Preview

May 11, 2023 16:51 - 46 minutes - 43 MB

The show kicks off with Monmouth’s Brian Skirka chatting with PTF about the key dates in the upcoming Monmouth Park meet, especially the contest schedule. Then Nick Tammaro is here to talk connections to watch and answer some evergreen handicapping questions about Monmouth. They close with a detailed analysis of three races on the Opening Day card, including the Long Branch stakes As a reminder, you can sign up for the FREE Players' Newsletter at https://www.inthemoneypodcast.com/email - Th...

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