Oaklawn's Jockey Surge Challenges Gulfstream's Dominance
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Resources & Recommendations
Organizations & Institutions
- University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business - This program is a sponsor of the segment and offers guidance and study in equine business for those looking to turn their passion into a career.
People Mentioned
- Jaime Torres (Jockey) - Mentioned for his move to Oaklawn for the winter racing season, joining other top jockeys.
- Joel Rosario (Jockey) - Referenced for his decision to make Oaklawn his winter home.
- Luis Saez (Jockey) - Noted for also making Oaklawn his home base for the winter.
- Irad Ortiz Jr. (Jockey) - Mentioned as one of the top jockeys heading to Gulfstream for the winter.
- Tyler Gaffalione (Jockey) - Listed as a prominent jockey heading to Gulfstream.
- John Velazquez (Johnny V) (Jockey) - Referenced as a top jockey riding at Gulfstream.
- Franco Dettori (Jockey) - Mentioned as a jockey heading to Gulfstream.
- Junior Alvarado (Jockey) - Listed among the top jockeys going to Gulfstream.
- Dylan Davis (Jockey) - Referenced as a jockey heading to Gulfstream.
- Flavian Pratt (Jockey) - Noted for staying in Aqueduct this winter, which weakens the Santa Anita colony.
- Juan Hernandez (Jockey) - Mentioned as a jockey at Santa Anita.
- Ramon Vazquez (Jockey) - Referenced as a jockey at Santa Anita.
- Jose Ortiz (Jockey) - Mentioned for his dominant performance at Fair Grounds last year.
- Pat Day (Jockey) - Referenced for staying in Kentucky for his entire career.
- Nick Zito - The hosts say hello to "their good friend" Nick Zito before moving on to listener questions.
- Burl Ives (Voice actor/singer) - Voiced the snowman in "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer."
Websites & Online Resources
- HorseRacingRadio.net - The email address provided for listeners to send questions to the show.
Other Resources
- "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" (TV Special) - Mentioned as a classic Christmas show that signifies the start of the Christmas season.
- "Frosty the Snowman" (TV Special) - Referenced as another nostalgic Christmas special.
- Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade - Mentioned as a traditional marker for the start of the Christmas season with Santa Claus's appearance.