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Episode 44 of the Kenny Rice Horse Racing Show is here! In light of the recent coalition created by the major players in the industry, Kenny is talking about safety and ways to progress the sport. He's brought in two spectacular guests: Eclipse award-winning photographer Bill Straus who talks about his career shooting all kinds of sports, and 2 time Kentucky Derby-winning trainer Doug O'Neill who talks about the state of the horse racing industry.

On episode 23 of The Horse Racing Show, Kenny Rice discusses the escalating situation at Santa Anita Racetrack in California, why they banned Jerry Hollendorfer, and the statistics of horse deaths in North American horse racing.

Broadcast legend Tom Hammond from NBC Sports joins us to talk about his 3 favorite moments from broadcasting, his network breakthrough at the inaugural Breeders' Cup, his all-time favorite horses, meeting former United States President Jimmy Carter, and this year’s Kentucky Derby and Santa Anita situations.

BloodHorse writer Lenny Shulman speaks on meeting Triple Crown champion Justify for the first time with trainer Bob Baffert, writing the book of the same name, the problems at Santa Anita, and his favorite comics from Rodney Dangerfield to Henny Youngman.

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On Episode 14 of The Horse Racing Show, Kenny Rice travels to the iconic Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby since 1875, and speaks to two Hall of Fame trainers who are seeking their first Kentucky Derby victories.

Richard Mandella discusses his Arkansas Derby-winning horse Omaha Beach and his expectations for the likely favorite of the Kentucky Derby. Mandella also speaks about the situation at Santa Anita, what it’s like to participate in the celebrity walk over, and why he’s excited to return to Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby after a 15 year gap.

Bill Mott talks about his Derby hopeful, Wood Memorial champion Tacitus, his childhood where he grew up around horses and competing in sports, and what it was like to train one of the all time great horses Cigar.

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On Episode 13 of The Horse Racing Show, Kenny Rice speaks on the dominant teams of modern sports and compares them to the legendary horse trainer and show guest Bob Baffert. Kenny also discusses Tiger Woods' incredible performance and victory at the Masters.

2 time Triple Crown-winning trainer Bob Baffert talks about what it's like to go for his record-tying sixth Kentucky Derby victory, what it's like to work with completely different horses each year, and how he manages to balance his time between socializing and working while at the track.

NBC Sports racing analyst Randy Moss shares some of his stories about growing up at the racetrack, such as sneaking in when he was underage (at the time), and what it was like to share a podium with Bill Clinton.

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On Episode 12 of The Horse Racing Show, Kenny Rice compares the ranking systems of both horse racing and college basketball, and looks at how the early rankings hold up against the current standings.

Daily Racing Form's Matt Bernier shares his insight of the world of handicapping, discussing both his beginnings with baseball cards and the strategies he used to win six figure Vegas handicapping tournaments.

Mike Battaglia, the oddsmaker for the Kentucky Derby, talks about his career setting the morning line for the biggest horse race of the year as well as who he thinks he'll set as the favorite for the first Saturday in May.

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On Episode 10 of The Horse Racing Show, Kenny Rice talks about the Road to the Kentucky Derby, the merits of a points system as opposed to rankings based on earnings, and which races to follow as we draw closer to the most exciting two minutes in sports.

Hall of Fame jockey Jerry Bailey joins Kenny to talk about which races he's watching on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, his favorite mounts from over the years, and some of his favorite stories from his amazing career.

Dr. Brett Woodie from Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital discusses his expertise in dealing with colic, the leading cause of death in racehorses, and the surgeries he's performed to treat colic over the years.

Senior Director of Communications and Media Services at Churchill Downs Darren Rogers speaks on granting media credentials, the busiest days leading up to the Kentucky Derby, and why he thinks the Road to the Kentucky Derby is similar to the NCAA Men's Basketball March Madness.

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On Episode 9 of The Horse Racing Show, Kenny Rice talks March Madness in basketball and horse racing. Kenny also discusses the situation at the Santa Anita racetrack with his guests and previews some of the horses to watch for.

Trainer Mark Casse speaks with Kenny about his Kentucky Derby hopeful War of Will, his preparation for the upcoming Louisiana Derby, and reminisces about growing up on the same street as the legendary Churchill Downs racetrack.

Veterinarian Dr. Bonnie Barr explains her background in internal and pediatric medicine, how caring for foals is similar to caring for human babies, and provides insight for what the medication Lasix is and how it is used by trainers.

Bloodhorse senior writer Steve Haskin tells us all about his Derby Dozen watch, and what to look for in the coming weeks leading up to the most exciting two minutes in sports.

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