Grab your fancy hats and mint juleps because horse racing’s biggest event is here: the Kentucky Derby! Ashley sits down with Jessica Paquette and Dick Jerardi, two big names in the Parx Racing circuit, to take an in-depth look at the Kentucky Derby field. Hear this trio break down their thoughts on who will take the crown as we get ready to head down the road to the roses!

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & 2026 Kentucky Derby Preview Begins

00:45 – Kentucky Oaks 2026: Top Fillies & Early Favorites

03:42 – Best Oaks Bets: Sleeper Picks & Race Strategy

09:32 – Horse Racing Betting Tips: How to Bet the Oaks

13:34 – Final Kentucky Oaks Picks (Best Bets & Tickets)

16:09 – Kentucky Derby 2026 Favorites Breakdown

24:10 – Derby Longshots & International Horses to Watch

39:44 – Final Derby Picks + Where to Watch & Events

What will the next generation of horse racing trainers be like? Ashley sat down with John Kirby, a young and respected name on the Parx Racing circuit and a third-generation horse trainer, to find out. Join Ashley and John as they dive into the world of thoroughbred racing and discuss John’s years of experience developing racehorses and navigating the highs and lows of the sport.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Welcome

00:20 – Meet Trainer John Kirby

01:18 – Life Outside Racing & Farm Talk

03:37 – How John Got Into Horse Racing

06:17 – Young Trainer Journey & Early Success

09:21 – Career Highlights & Churchill Downs Win

13:17 – Mentors, Favorite Horse & Barn Life

18:42 – Running a Barn & Industry Insights

27:14 – Goals, Industry Future & Hot Seat Q&A

Where are our horse girls at? In this episode, Ashley sits down with Jessica Paquette to talk about handicapping, finding your people, and learning life lessons from the horses in our lives. In this, the year of the horse, big things are on the horizon — including the Kentucky Derby, the Florida Derby, and PA Derby Day.

Jessica is the track announcer and director of public relations at Parx Racing. She also hosts the Amateur Hour Podcast, an inclusive and open space for horse professionals and amateurs to discuss current events and the equestrian experience.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Welcome

00:34 – Horse Racing Connections

02:15 – Learning the Game: Handicapping Stories

04:05 – Jessica’s Life Update & Horses

06:18 – Life Lessons from Horses

07:27 – Tough Winter & Race Calling Challenges

10:01 – Behind the Scenes: Race Calling & Handicapping Style

12:22 – Awards, Industry Recognition & Competition

14:33 – Kentucky Derby Trail & Top Horses

27:00 – Personal Life, Community & Industry Culture