Episodes

  • Ep 462 - Benafsha Hashimi - Freedon, Joy and Hope

    Ep 462 - Benafsha Hashimi - Freedon, Joy and Hope
    Oct 16 2026
    Young Afghan cricketer Banafsha Hashimi joins me to talk about her remarkable story. A member of the Afghan Refugee Women’s Cricket Team, she reflects on their historic six-game tour of the UK this summer, which included meeting King Charles III at Clarence House. Banafsha also talks about how she first got into cricket in war-torn Kabul, her new life in Canberra and her hopes for the future of the Afghan Refugee Women’s team. A story of freedom, joy, and hope. 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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    45 mins
  • Ep 461 - Jenny Thompson - Chase your Dreams - Her World Cricket Tour

    Ep 461 - Jenny Thompson - Chase your Dreams - Her World Cricket Tour
    Oct 11 2026
    Jenny Thompson returns to The Paddock and The Pavilion ahead of next week’s release of her new book, Her World Cricket Tour. Having featured five times in our All Over the World series, some of Jenny’s cricketing adventures discussed in those episodes also feature in her book. In today’s episode, Jenny takes on the 10 for Jen slot, answering questions about the book, from how long it took to write to the people she wants to thank and those who made it possible. As always, it’s a fun show, and Jenny will be back next month when I review her book with her. 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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    34 mins
  • Ep 460 - Luiz Cunha - A Passion for Breeding - Part 2

    Ep 460 - Luiz Cunha - A Passion for Breeding - Part 2
    Oct 9 2026
    In the final part of A Passion for Breeding, Luiz Cunha completes our look at the bloodstock sales process, including his experiences in the sales ring alongside his son, Newmarket trainer Dylan. Luiz also shares some interesting stories from his experiences and reflects on the changing patterns in the breeding industry, the increasing focus on speed and its effect on the Derby. If you missed Part 1, listen to Luiz explain his background, the research he undertakes before the sales and what he looks for when assessing a horse before it enters the ring. www.pedigreetowin.co.uk www.dylancunharacing.co.uk 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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    34 mins
  • Ep 459 - Luiz Cunha - A Passion for Breeding - Part 1

    Ep 459 - Luiz Cunha - A Passion for Breeding - Part 1
    Oct 6 2026
    It’s a busy time at Tattersalls in the autumn, with the sales in full swing. In this episode, I’m joined by South African-born Luiz Cunha, a lifelong bloodstock researcher with an in-depth understanding of the mechanics of the breed. In early 2024, Luiz set up Pedigree to Win, a bloodstock consultancy service based in Newmarket. This is the first of two parts. Luiz explains his background, the research he does ahead of the sales and what he looks for in a horse before they enter the sales ring, along with some stories from his experiences in the bloodstock industry. Part 2 will be out soon. 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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    36 mins
  • Ep 458 - Roland Butcher - Serious Challenges ahead for England

    Ep 458 - Roland Butcher - Serious Challenges ahead for England
    Oct 4 2026
    Roland Butcher begins by reflecting on a recent trip home to Barbados, where he attended two events held in memory of his late wife, Cheryl. He then turns his attention to England’s summer and the serious challenges ahead. England’s home international cricket season ended with a comprehensive series victory against Pakistan, but it was a dramatic summer. Bazball died at Trent Bridge, and England have changed their Test match coach and captain, with the Stokes and McCullum era now over and Root and Fleming taking charge. Roland looks ahead to England’s three Test series away to South Africa and what the future holds for the Test side. We then turn to the latest major news in world cricket, with Roland focusing on something close to his heart – the financial troubles of West Indies cricket. In a hard-hitting passage, Roland details the current position in the Caribbean and what measures he thinks the ICC and the Big Three – India, England, and Australia – need to take to save world cricket as we know it 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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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Ep 457- Chris Pitt - The Frying Pan

    Ep 457- Chris Pitt - The Frying Pan
    Sep 28 2026
    In this episode, Chris Pitt, author and horse racing historian, takes us back to The Frying Pan, better known as Ally Pally racecourse, or by its proper name, Alexandra Park. Chris explores the history of the north London course, which closed in September 1970, including the famous horses who raced there, the course specialists who mastered the track and what made Alexandra Park such a unique racecourse. We also hear from three former jockeys, legendary Australian Ron Hutchinson , Ray Still and South African John Gorton who share their memories of riding at Ally Pally and reveal what it was like to race there. 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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    41 mins
  • Ep 456 - Felix Francis - The Chase

    Ep 456 - Felix Francis - The Chase
    Sep 23 2026
    In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined once again by bestselling author Felix Francis, the master of suspense and intrigue. Felix talks about his latest racing thriller, The Chase, which mixes the world of art with horse racing. The question on the cover asks: “Is racing an art worth killing for?” Felix gives us a brief outline of the book, featuring his main character, art dealer Fabian Tulley, and discusses the research that went into his 20th horse racing thriller. Felix also recommends a previous Dick Francis novel by his late father to read. Interview date: 10 September 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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    34 mins
  • Ep 455 - Leena Moin-Aziz - Inside Pakistan Cricket Part 3 - England v Pakistan

    Ep 455 - Leena Moin-Aziz - Inside Pakistan Cricket Part 3 - England v Pakistan
    Sep 19 2026
    Leena Moin Aziz, Asia’s first female cricket commentator, joins me for the third and final part of Inside Pakistan Cricket. We pick up the story after Day 1 of the second Test at Lord’s, where Pakistan suffered another heavy defeat. We then dissect the touring side’s failings throughout the tour, which ended in a 3–0 hammering amidst the off-field shambles that followed Lord’s. Leena offers her forthright opinions on the playing side and the decision-making of the Pakistan Cricket Board. She also discusses what needs to be done to revive Pakistan cricket. There were some positives for Pakistan. These included the batting of Saud Shakeel, the bowling of Muhammad Abbas and the emergence of young sensation Razaullah, who produced remarkable exploits on Day 3 of the final Test. Leena remains hopeful that, with the right decision-making, Pakistan can return to former glories. 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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    55 mins