Horses Races Now

Right to Party Update + McPeek’s WINNING Picks This Week!

On this episode of Horse Races Now, we dive into the latest on Right to Party, what it means for the racing scene, and why fans should be paying attention right now.🔥 But here’s the can’t-miss part…Kenny McPeek gives an in-depth look at the horses in his barn running this week — and lines out some potential WINNERS. If you’re following the races or looking for insight you won’t find anywhere else, this is gold.Plus, we’re joined by Joe Clabes of the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund (PDJF) to talk about their upcoming fundraiser and the powerful mission behind supporting injured jockeys.💥 In this episode:Right to Party update and outlookKenny McPeek’s barn breakdown (horses running THIS week)Insider angles + potential winners 👀PDJF fundraiser details with Joe ClabesHow you can support the causeThis episode brings together insider racing intel + a powerful cause — don’t miss it.👉 Like, subscribe, and share to support the horse racing community!

Is Kenny McPeek Retiring in July?! 👀 (Listen Until the End) | HISA, TVG Exit & Top Horses

Kenny McPeek is back in the studio—and this episode has EVERYTHING.From a shocking retirement announcement (or is it? 👀) to major changes in the horse racing world, Kenny opens up like never before in this can't-miss episode of Horse Races Now.We dive into:Kenny’s current health and how it’s impacting his day-to-day lifeHis honest thoughts on HISA—and why he believes more solutions are neededThe looming exit of FanDuel & TVG from horse racing and what it means for the future of the sportWhy Horse Races Now could be positioned to step in and fill that media voidUpdates and breakdowns on his top horses and what’s ahead this seasonAnd then… there’s the big moment.Kenny hints at retiring this July— Or is it a different July?You’ll want to watch this one ALL the way through.

From Jockey to Riding Alongside Derby Winners 🎤 | Donna Barton Brothers Interview

What’s it like to ride alongside a Kentucky Derby winner… while delivering a live interview on national TV?This week on Horse Races Now, we sit down with legendary jockey turned NBC Sports reporter Donna Barton Brothers—one of the most unique voices in all of sports.Donna takes us behind the scenes of:Riding in the biggest races in the worldHer transition from over 1,100 career wins to national televisionWhat it’s REALLY like chasing down Derby and Breeders’ Cup winners on horsebackThe pressure of interviewing jockeys seconds after crossing the wireIf you love horse racing, the Kentucky Derby, or want a behind-the-scenes look at the sport from someone who has truly seen it all—this episode is a must-watch.👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and follow for more insider access to the world of horse racing.

Inside the Mind of a Derby Winner | Doug O’Neill on Nyquist & I’ll Have Another

On this episode of Horse Races Now, we sit down with 2-time Kentucky Derby winning trainer Doug O’Neill, the man behind champions like I’ll Have Another, Nyquist, and Goldencents.Doug takes us inside his incredible journey—from working as a hotwalker to reaching the pinnacle of horse racing—and shares behind-the-scenes stories from his biggest victories on the sport’s grandest stage.We dive into:🔥 The unforgettable 2012 Triple Crown run with I’ll Have Another🏆 Winning the Kentucky Derby (twice) and what it really takes🐎 How he develops elite racehorses from the ground up🎯 His training philosophy and what separates great horses💼 The evolving landscape of horse racing today💭 Lessons learned from adversity and staying at the topWhether you’re a racing fan, owner, or just love great sports stories—this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

How Horses Get Into the Hall of Fame 🏇 | Inside the Racing Hall of Fame with D.G. Van Clief

What does it take for a racehorse to become a legend? 🏇In this episode of Horse Races Now, trainer Kenny McPeek joins us as we go behind the scenes of one of the sport’s highest honors with D. G. Van Clief Jr., Chair of the Nominating Committee for the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.D.G. takes us inside the Hall of Fame selection process, explaining how horses, jockeys, trainers, and contributors are nominated and ultimately inducted into racing immortality.We discuss:🏆 The requirements for a horse to be nominated🗳️ Who votes on Hall of Fame inductees📋 How the nominating committee selects finalists📊 What factors matter most when evaluating a horse’s career🏇 How voters compare great horses from different eras🎉 What happens during Hall of Fame induction weekend in SaratogaFor racing fans who love the history of the sport, this episode gives a fascinating look at how the legends of horse racing are chosen and celebrated.