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In the Gate

Barry Abrams brings you behind the scenes of the horse racing industry.

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In The Gate #353 - Chasing a Dream

In The Gate #353 - Chasing a Dream

A 52-yr old ex-Dept of Homeland Security agent chases the dream of becoming a jockey. Plus, who are the emerging players... Read more

7 Jan 2018

34mins

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Frankly Speaking

Frankly Speaking

Two Breeders' Cup-bound jockeys from different backgrounds join the show -- Louisiana's Kendrick Carmouche, and the high... Read more

31 Oct 2017

22mins

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In The Gate #414 - Handicapping the Derby

In The Gate #414 - Handicapping the Derby

Who's going to win the 145th Kentucky Derby? Our expert panel analyzes the race. Plus, jockey Gabriel Saez prepares to r... Read more

2 May 2019

29mins

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Lady In Waiting

Lady In Waiting

American trainer Wesley Ward on Lady Aurelia as she preps for the BC Turf Sprint. Plus, colorful co-owner Jay Oringer se... Read more

30 Oct 2017

31mins

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A Developed Nation Outlaws Betting

A Developed Nation Outlaws Betting

The curious case of a developed nation -- Israel -- outlawing horse race wagering. Plus, Gary West on unanswered post-Br... Read more

11 Nov 2017

27mins

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A Second Act

A Second Act

Actress-turned-jockey Maria Falgione describes her unusual career switch. Plus, a British nutritionist aims to improve t... Read more

27 Nov 2017

27mins

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In The Gate #427 - Why Now?

In The Gate #427 - Why Now?

This year's Santa Anita's 12-month fatality totals are almost equal to last year. So why the media furor now? Plus, the ... Read more

5 Aug 2019

34mins

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Altered Reality

Altered Reality

Filly & Mare Sprint: Fabricio Buffolo of Don Alberto Stable (Unique Bella); & co-owner/breeder/trainer "Happy" A... Read more

30 Oct 2017

32mins

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In The Gate #401 - The Times Aren't Changing

In The Gate #401 - The Times Aren't Changing

What do race times say about the improvement or lack thereof of the breed? Plus, we dip into harness racing to acknowled... Read more

9 Jan 2019

28mins

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In The Gate #384 - A Pod About Sod

In The Gate #384 - A Pod About Sod

What does a resurgence of turf racing in the U.S. mean for racing's future? Plus, a software developer develops an app t... Read more

13 Aug 2018

34mins

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In The Gate #392 - Family Strife

In The Gate #392 - Family Strife

An explosive lawsuit threatens the most influential business entity in American racing. Plus, what impact would state-of... Read more

12 Oct 2018

27mins

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In The Gate #348 - Horses for Humanity

In The Gate #348 - Horses for Humanity

We visit an upstate NY prison where inmates care for retired thoroughbreds in a symbiotic manner. It's part of the Thoro... Read more

18 Nov 2017

13mins

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In The Gate #404 - Superstar Trainer Banned

In The Gate #404 - Superstar Trainer Banned

Australian trainer Darren Weir banned for 4 years for possession of an electrical device presumably to shock a horse. Pl... Read more

15 Feb 2019

37mins

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In The Gate #387 - The Dream Lives

In The Gate #387 - The Dream Lives

A 3-year old filly whose co-owner survived a home invasion. The filly now runs for a worthy cause. Plus, we get personal... Read more

3 Sep 2018

1hr 1min

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In The Gate #400 - Back in the Saddle

In The Gate #400 - Back in the Saddle

Hall of Fame & Triple Crown-winning jockey Victor Espinoza returns from a near career-ending neck injury. Plus, a ne... Read more

31 Dec 2018

40mins

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In The Gate #414 - Handicapping the Derby

In The Gate #414 - Handicapping the Derby

Who's going to win the 145th Kentucky Derby? Our expert panel analyzes the race. Plus, jockey Gabriel Saez prepares to r... Read more

1 May 2019

31mins

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In The Gate #403 - New Day in New York

In The Gate #403 - New Day in New York

What will the New York Racing Association's future be after the removal of CEO Chris Kay? Plus, we hop on the Kentucky D... Read more

6 Feb 2019

33mins

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Jeff Hiles Byte

Jeff Hiles Byte

Marine Sgt. Jeff Hiles, assistant trainer to Ken McPeek, on his role as a marksmanship instructor.

23 Oct 2017

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In The Gate #426 - The Historic Upset

In The Gate #426 - The Historic Upset

55-year old Jose Ferrer returns in 10 days from a broken neck vertebra to record 2 wins on Haskell day. Plus, it's been ... Read more

28 Jul 2019

35mins

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In The Gate #430 - Family Feud

In The Gate #430 - Family Feud

Will the Stronach family feud bring down thoroughbred racing in the U.S.? Plus, we remember recently deceased Hall of Fa... Read more

10 Sep 2019

43mins

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