Around the Track | Horse Radio Network

Julie Krone's earliest memories contain horses, and her devotion to understanding the breed helped her become one of the greatest jockeys of all time, not to mention a pioneering athlete who was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame. In this episode of Around the Track, Krone tells stories of her rough-and-tumble early days (fighting a male jockey), shares how she re-taught a racehorse in nine minutes in the paddock, talks about what she had to learn before going on David Letterman, and discusses how she recovered from the emotional and physical torment caused by injuries.

Despite his humble roots, Mike Repole's goals have always been lofty, and to his credit, he's achieved many of them. The kid from Queens who was the first person in his family to attend college turned a small beverage company into a $4 billion giant. He dreamed of owning racehorses as a teenager, and he's made that come true as well, winning top-class races like the Breeders' Cup Juvenile and the Travers Stakes. In this edition of Around the Track, we hear the story of how Repole made it big as an entrepreneur, his thoughts on horse ownership and the racing game, and stories like whatever happened to that Travers canoe?

Despite his humble roots, Mike Repole's goals have always been lofty, and to his credit, he's achieved many of them. The kid from Queens who was the first person in his family to attend college turned a small beverage company into a $4 billion giant. He dreamed of owning racehorses as a teenager, and he's made that come true as well, winning top-class races like the Breeders' Cup Juvenile and the Travers Stakes. In this edition of Around the Track, we hear the story of how Repole made it big as an entrepreneur, his thoughts on horse ownership and the racing game, and stories like whatever happened to that Travers canoe?

Having written 20 books on Thoroughbred racing, Ed Bowen has an almost unparalleled memory of the sport, its renowned horses and their connections. In recent years, he's also had a strong influence on raising money for equine health research that benefits horses of all kinds. In this episode of Around the Track, Bowen recalls tales from researching his books, tells the story of Ed Bowen the horse and the bicycle he destroyed and delves into research projects that are having a profound impact on equine health problems such as laminitis.  Listen in...

Having written 20 books on Thoroughbred racing, Ed Bowen has an almost unparalleled memory of the sport, its renowned horses and their connections. In recent years, he's also had a strong influence on raising money for equine health research that benefits horses of all kinds. In this episode of Around the Track, Bowen recalls tales from researching his books, tells the story of Ed Bowen the horse and the bicycle he destroyed and delves into research projects that are having a profound impact on equine health problems such as laminitis.  Listen in...

It's hard to envision a racehorse owner with a better start in Thoroughbred racing than Sol Kumin. In a three-year span, Kumin, a 42-year-old Wall Street hedge fund manager, has circled the globe winning races at top-class events, including Royal Ascot, Dubai, the Breeders' Cup, and the Triple Crown. That kind of early success does not come easy in the sport, but Kumin has been quick to share his newfound passion with friends and family, often bringing dozens of them to the track for a big race, and quick to appreciate all the people it takes to help a racehorse win. Tales from his adventure so far, the astonishing comeback of Lady Eli (one of his first horses), and thoughts on what has helped him succeed in this edition of Around the Track.

It's hard to envision a racehorse owner with a better start in Thoroughbred racing than Sol Kumin. In a three-year span, Kumin, a 42-year-old Wall Street hedge fund manager, has circled the globe winning races at top-class events, including Royal Ascot, Dubai, the Breeders' Cup, and the Triple Crown. That kind of early success does not come easy in the sport, but Kumin has been quick to share his newfound passion with friends and family, often bringing dozens of them to the track for a big race, and quick to appreciate all the people it takes to help a racehorse win. Tales from his adventure so far, the astonishing comeback of Lady Eli (one of his first horses), and thoughts on what has helped him succeed in this edition of Around the Track.

Ric Waldman knows horses. He's devoted his life to understanding their bloodlines and what it takes to make a great racehorse -- and a great sire. Waldman had the privilege of being connected to two of the most popular sires in history, Northern Dancer and Storm Cat. Ric oversaw the incredible transformation of Storm Cat from a $20,000 stallion to one that commanded a $500,000 fee from all corners of the globe. The tale of Storm Cat, what to look for in a mating and more in this edition of Around the Track with Ric Waldman. Plus, a sneak preview of Equestricon, set for mid-August in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.  Listen in...

Ric Waldman knows horses. He's devoted his life to understanding their bloodlines and what it takes to make a great racehorse -- and a great sire. Waldman had the privilege of being connected to two of the most popular sires in history, Northern Dancer and Storm Cat. Ric oversaw the incredible transformation of Storm Cat from a $20,000 stallion to one that commanded a $500,000 fee from all corners of the globe. The tale of Storm Cat, what to look for in a mating and more in this edition of Around the Track with Ric Waldman. Plus, a sneak preview of Equestricon, set for mid-August in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.  Listen in...

There's no question Richard Migliore laid it all on the line when he rode racehorses. Nicknamed "The Mig" after the Russian fighter jet for his tenacity on the track, Migliore came within millimeters of being paralyzed or killed more than once. But The Mig never quit and made almost miraculous recoveries, displaying a resilience born of his undying passion for the sport. A well-liked and highly respected rider during his career, Migliore is a self-described racetracker who embraces and appreciates people from all walks of life at the track. In this edition of Around the Track, he shares stories about his favorite horses, the devastating injuries and comebacks and the backstretch life.  Listen in...

There's no question Richard Migliore laid it all on the line when he rode racehorses. Nicknamed "The Mig" after the Russian fighter jet for his tenacity on the track, Migliore came within millimeters of being paralyzed or killed more than once. But The Mig never quit and made almost miraculous recoveries, displaying a resilience born of his undying passion for the sport. A well-liked and highly respected rider during his career, Migliore is a self-described racetracker who embraces and appreciates people from all walks of life at the track. In this edition of Around the Track, he shares stories about his favorite horses, the devastating injuries and comebacks and the backstretch life.  Listen in...

If there's a job in horse racing Vic Stauffer hasn't done, let us know. Enthralled by the sport at an early age, Stauffer skipped high school so he could make the racetrack life his own. From hotwalker to chart caller to jockey's agent, Vic tried everything, all the while focused on his true love of announcing the races. That dream came true as well. Stauffer made a name for himself calling the legendary Zenyatta, a race in the middle of an earthquake and the final, sad day at Hollywood Park. In this edition of Around the Track, Stauffer shares emotional memories of those events, gives us a taste of what it means to be an agent and a steward, plus how did end up owning part of a baseball team?

If there's a job in horse racing Vic Stauffer hasn't done, let us know. Enthralled by the sport at an early age, Stauffer skipped high school so he could make the racetrack life his own. From hotwalker to chart caller to jockey's agent, Vic tried everything, all the while focused on his true love of announcing the races. That dream came true as well. Stauffer made a name for himself calling the legendary Zenyatta, a race in the middle of an earthquake and the final, sad day at Hollywood Park. In this edition of Around the Track, Stauffer shares emotional memories of those events, gives us a taste of what it means to be an agent and a steward, plus how did end up owning part of a baseball team?

Maggie Wolfendale first sat on a horse when she was two years old. Yes, two. Instead of being sent to a day care center, she played in a racetrack barn, where her mother and father (also the progeny of horsemen) trained Thoroughbreds. These days, Wolfendale is a valuable asset to racing fans and bettors as she uses her sharp eye for horseflesh to sort contenders from pretenders in the paddock before races. She was an exercise rider for years, rides horses in other disciplines and is married to trainer Tom Morley, an up-and-coming Englishman trying to make his way on the New York circuit. Life with Maggie Wolfendale, some tips on spotting good horses, and much more in the latest edition of Around the Track.

Maggie Wolfendale first sat on a horse when she was two years old. Yes, two. Instead of being sent to a day care center, she played in a racetrack barn, where her mother and father (also the progeny of horsemen) trained Thoroughbreds. These days, Wolfendale is a valuable asset to racing fans and bettors as she uses her sharp eye for horseflesh to sort contenders from pretenders in the paddock before races. She was an exercise rider for years, rides horses in other disciplines and is married to trainer Tom Morley, an up-and-coming Englishman trying to make his way on the New York circuit. Life with Maggie Wolfendale, some tips on spotting good horses, and much more in the latest edition of Around the Track.