Episodes

  • Ep 437 - Roland Butcher - England in a State of Confusion

    Ep 437 - Roland Butcher - England in a State of Confusion
    Jul 8 2026
    Is England’s men’s Test team in a state of confusion? Former England international Roland Butcher returns to The Paddock and the Pavilion to assess the current state of the side following their 2–1 series defeat to New Zealand. Roland gives his verdict on the future of head coach Brendon McCullum, discusses the leading contenders to succeed the retiring Ben Stokes as England’s next Test captain, and answers listeners’ questions on the challenges facing the Test side. The conversation also looks at the opening Test between West Indies and Sri Lanka in the Caribbean, before Roland gives his prediction for England’s next Test assignment against Pakistan, with the three match series getting underway in mid August. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • Ep 436 - Mark Nunn & Charlie Fellowes - Newmarket : Where Racing Meets Cricket

    Ep 436 - Mark Nunn & Charlie Fellowes - Newmarket : Where Racing Meets Cricket
    Jul 8 2026
    In this episode of The Paddock and the Pavilion, Mark Nunn, captain of Newmarket Cricket Club, and leading Newmarket racehorse trainer Charlie Fellowes preview the club’s sixth annual match against the Racing & Trainers XI, taking place on Sunday 12 July at Dullingham Sports Field. Mark provides an update on Newmarket Cricket Club’s season and reveals everything that’s planned for what promises to be a fantastic family fun day, while Charlie discusses some of the familiar faces set to feature in the Racing & Trainers XI and shares a few horses from his yard to keep an eye on in the weeks ahead. It’s a celebration of cricket, horse racing, and community in the home of racing. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Ep 435 - Jenny Hand - Capturing the Energy

    Ep 435 - Jenny Hand - Capturing the Energy
    Jul 3 2026
    Capturing the Energy explores the life and work of Sir Alfred Munnings, widely regarded as the greatest equine artist of the 20th century. Jenny Hand, Director of the Munnings Art Museum in Dedham, Essex since 2013, discusses why Munnings should be appreciated as much more than an equine painter. We explore the qualities that made him such an exceptional artist, the influence of Constable on his work, and his remarkable ability to capture movement and energy on canvas. As Jenny says, “He makes the whole canvas move.” You’ll also hear from Canadian equine sporting artist Liz Chomicki, who recently visited the Munnings Art Museum and shares her thoughts on the museum and Munnings’ work. Recorded as the Munnings Art Museum celebrates its 65th anniversary, this episode offers a fascinating insight into the artist whose paintings continue to define equine art today. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    50 mins
  • Ep 434 - Edward Sadler - The Legend of Black Caviar - Part 2

    Ep 434 - Edward Sadler - The Legend of Black Caviar - Part 2
    Jun 16 2026
    In the second and final part of The Legend of Black Caviar, Stephen Wallis continues the story of the Australian wonder mare who retired unbeaten after winning all 25 of her races. Edward Sadler takes up the story of Black Caviar’s legacy. Emily Hornum, curator of The Perfect Run exhibition for the Victoria Racing Club at Flemington Racecourse, talks about what visitors can expect to see in the exhibition and the reaction from those who have already experienced it. Sky Sports Racing reporter Callum Helliwell discusses Australian horses coming to Royal Ascot and his enjoyment of seeing them take part at the meeting, while Newmarket trainer and international racing columnist John Berry recalls the special atmosphere of 23 June 2012, when he was at Ascot to witness Black Caviar’s Diamond Jubilee Stakes victory. A fitting conclusion to the story of one of racing’s most extraordinary champions. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Ep 433 - Edward Sadler - The Legend of Black Caviar - Part 1

    Ep 433 - Edward Sadler - The Legend of Black Caviar - Part 1
    Jun 15 2026
    As Royal Ascot approaches, we revisit one of the most dramatic moments in the meeting’s history – Black Caviar’s heart-stopping victory in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes in 2012. Joining us are Racing.com presenter and journalist Edward Sadler, former jockey George Baker, who rode in the race, and Sky Sports Racing reporter Callum Helliwell to reflect on the day the Wonder from Down Under survived a huge scare to preserve her unbeaten record. In part two, we’ll explore Black Caviar’s enduring legacy and discuss The Perfect Run, a new exhibition celebrating the champion mare at Flemington Racecourse. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Ep 432 - Henry Dwyer - She needs to get back to her best

    Ep 432 - Henry Dwyer - She needs to get back to her best
    Jun 12 2026
    Royal Ascot is nearly here, and Australian trainer Henry Dwyer joins The Paddock and the Pavilion to discuss the chances of Asfoora in Tuesday’s King Charles III Stakes. After two disappointing runs this season, Henry believes his star mare needs to get back to her best. With Champion jockey Oisin Murphy in the saddle and another trip to Royal Ascot beckoning, can Asfoora recapture the form that saw her win the King Charles III Stakes in 2024? Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • Ep 431 - Rosa Simkin -The 20 Over Take - Women's T20 World Cup

    Ep 431 - Rosa Simkin -The 20 Over Take - Women's T20 World Cup
    Jun 12 2026
    In this episode, the final one, of The 20 Over Take: Women’s T20 World Cup, Rosa from Rosa Talks Ball joins me to share her predictions ahead of the tournament. We discuss who she thinks will lift the trophy, the teams, and players to watch, and she names her England XI for the opening match. Rosa also picks a player to watch from every team in the competition, sums up each nation in a single word, and makes some tournament predictions that may raise a few eyebrows as the action unfolds from 12 June to 5 July. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Ep 430 - Izzy Duncan - The 20 Over Take - Women's T20 World Cup

    Ep 430 - Izzy Duncan - The 20 Over Take - Women's T20 World Cup
    Jun 11 2026
    In this episode of The 20 Over Take: Women’s T20 World Cup, cricket commentator, writer and author Izzy Duncan shares her predictions ahead of the tournament. We discuss who she thinks will lift the trophy, the teams and players to watch, and take an in-depth look at both World Cup groups. We also begin by reflecting on the inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup in 2009, won by England, and consider how the women’s game has evolved since that landmark tournament. Interview Date 28 May 2026 Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins