John Tapp Racing

This episode features an interview with 91-year-old former bush trainer John Berger, who shares stories from his 35-year career training horses in northern NSW country racing.

This episode features an interview with jockey Blake Spriggs reflecting on his life-threatening race fall at Moruya one year later, discussing the accident and his recovery journey.

This episode features an interview with champion international jockey Kerrin McEvoy, discussing his injury recovery and return to racing for the autumn carnival.

This episode discusses the Wyong Race Club's new feature race The Lakes and explores the history and impact of racehorse syndication in Australian thoroughbred racing.

This episode discusses the history and significance of the Ingham (formerly Villiers) horse race at Royal Radwick, highlighting past winners and the Lundholm racing dynasty.

This episode explores the history of the San Domenico Stakes horse race and the legendary sprinter San Domenico it was named after.

This episode recounts the story of jockey Alf Matthews' career-ending hip injury, his hip replacement surgery, and his transition into retirement after 26 years in horse racing.

This episode previews upcoming horse races at Rose Hill Gardens and highlights champion apprentice jockey Braith Nock's achievements.

This episode highlights Ray Thomas's distinguished 35-year career as the Daily Telegraph's racing editor, focusing on his final day at work and the history of the Summer Cup horse race.

This episode pays tribute to Carioca, a horse who overcame chronic lameness to become an Australian racing favourite, while also exploring the history of the Epsom Handicap at Royal Randwick.

This episode features an interview with trainer David McColm discussing his relocation from Mawillumbah to the Gold Coast after decades of dealing with devastating floods that impacted his horses and training operation.

This episode previews upcoming horse races at Rose Hill Gardens and introduces guest Alan 'Pup' Cowie, a jockey manager from the Gold Coast.

This episode features Bernie Howlett, a jockey who won the Sydney Cup twice in the late 1950s and early 1960s, highlighting his career achievements in horse racing.

This episode previews the Missile Stakes horse race, detailing its history, notable winners, and the unique 1984 flag start incident.

This episode discusses the history of the Hunter horse race in Newcastle and introduces Craig Widdison, a former roller hockey player turned racing figure.

This episode discusses trainer Stephen Lee's recent successes in horse racing, including multiple wins at tracks like Grafton and Ballina, highlighting his career consistency and approaching 850 winners.

This episode profiles jockey Mitchell Bell, exploring his family background in racing and boxing, his career consistency in regional race meetings, and his personal life in Windsor.

This episode tells the story of jockey Mollie Fitzgerald's medical emergency after racing commitments, including her appendectomy and recovery focus.

This episode discusses master horseman Terry Robinson's career achievements and hints at his potential retirement while providing historical context about the Carrington Stakes horse race.

This episode features an interview with bush trainer Paddy Cunningham, discussing his journey from jockey to trainer at Glen Innes racecourse in New South Wales.

This episode previews the upcoming Missile Stakes horse race at Royal Randwick, detailing its history, notable past winners, and memorable moments since 1978.

This episode profiles Jack Bruce, a young horse trainer who pursued his passion for thoroughbred horses over a corporate career, detailing his educational background and training experiences.

This episode previews the upcoming Randwick Guineas and Canterbury Stakes Group One races, detailing their history, notable winners, and insights into horse training.

This episode features an interview with former champion jockey Graham Cook, discussing his legendary career and evoking nostalgia among racing fans.

This episode features Dar Lunn, a former successful country jockey who transitioned to training after a career-ending injury, highlighting his long-term dedication to horse racing.

This episode discusses the history and significance of the T-Row Stakes horse race while introducing jockey Kevin Moses and his career-ending injuries.

This episode features an interview with retired champion jockey Jeff Lloyd, discussing his 41-year career spanning seven countries, including 5,500 wins and four Brisbane Jockeys premierships.

This episode details the history and significance of the Golden Eagle horse race, including its prize money evolution, notable winners, international participation, and charitable component.

This episode explores the career of horse trainer Chris Lees, from his early life in stable environments to his first training victory in 1996, alongside promotional content for Derby Racing's syndication services.

This episode features trainer Richard Litt discussing his career journey from his first win in the 2017 Braidwood Cup to achieving a Group One victory at Royal Randwick just two years later.

This episode highlights Clare Lindop's historic 2008 Victoria Derby win on Rebel Raider, making her the first female jockey to achieve this milestone, and discusses her successful racing career.

This episode discusses trivia and records from the first eight runnings of the TAB Everest horse race, including details on trainers, jockeys, and horses, before introducing Cameron Crockett's connection to Thoroughbred Horses.

This episode features an interview with Scott Darby, founder and managing director of Derby Racing, discussing the company's success in horse syndication and its sponsorship of major racing events.

This episode features Ashlee Grives, a former top harness horse trainer and gallops trainer who is transitioning into equine rehabilitation, while also recounting historical racing memories including Eskimo Prince's 1964 Golden Slipper win.

This episode profiles Irish jockey Lee Magorrian's journey from his apprenticeship in New Zealand to becoming a regular rider in Chris Waller's stable in Sydney, highlighting his career development and current role.

This episode explores the remarkable career of Greg Ryan, a motor mechanic turned jockey who achieved over 4,000 wins in Australian horse racing, including his first win in 1991 and comparisons to legendary rider Robert Thompson.

This episode features an interview with country horse trainer Sally Taylor, discussing her career, early success with the Grafton Cup, and her approach to training horses in northern New South Wales.

This episode profiles Ron Dufficy's multifaceted career journey from professional jockey to prominent racing media personality in Sydney.

This episode discusses the history of the Silver Slipper horse race and features former jockey Neil Rae, a multiple premiership winner who rode on country and provincial tracks.

This episode discusses the whereabouts and recovery of respected jockey Anthony Cavallo following a severe fall at Wellington one year ago, including details about his spinal fusion surgery and ongoing rehabilitation.

John Tapp interviews Panthers legend Royce Simmons about his rugby league career, including the 1991 grand final win, his State of Origin and Kangaroo tours experiences, and his coaching journey.

John Tapp interviews Donna Scott, a successful horse trainer from Albury, about her career journey from childhood on a farm to training after her husband's death, key horses like One Hard Lady, and experiences in the racing industry including working at Godolphin and winning major races.

John Tapp interviews legendary jockey and trainer Ron Quinton, covering his transition from riding to training, key horses like Mademoiselle Padril and Easy Rocking, and insights into his methods and career highlights over six decades in racing.

John Tapp interviews legendary jockey Damien Oliver about his retirement, career highlights including three Melbourne Cup wins, personal challenges like his brother's death and a betting controversy, and his resilience through injuries.

John Tapp interviews Sky Racing caller Luke Marlow about his career journey from Queensland to Sydney and Singapore, his engagement to jockey Alicia Collett, and insights into horse racing, including stories about champion mare Makybe Diva and top jockeys.

John Tapp interviews jockey Luke Currie about his career, from a knee injury setback and early days in Tasmania to Group 1 wins on horses like Sunlight and experiences in Hong Kong racing.

John Tapp interviews Michael Beattie, a veteran racing administrator and steward, about his decades-long career spanning thoroughbred and harness racing.

John Tapp interviews Tony McMahon, a versatile figure in Queensland racing, about his career as a trainer, steward, handicapper, race caller, and journalist.

Richard Bensley looks back on country racing.

John Tapp interviews Dave Hayward, a former jockey and trainer with a 48-year career, covering his early days in the Riverina, riding in the 1960 Melbourne Cup at age 15, training prolific winners like the Indies horses and Green Ridge, and sharing colorful anecdotes about racing legends and personal milestones.

John Tapp interviews horse trainer Brett Robb about his career and the racing industry.

Scott Derby discusses his horse racing syndication business and a recent win by Tomba with apprentice jockey Jet Newman.

John Tapp interviews Scott Derby, founder of Derby Racing, about his journey in horse racing syndication and the success of his syndicated horses.