Best Mike Gandolfo Podcasts (2024)

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John Piassek Returns | Haskell Preview 1:14:42

3h ago1:14:42

1:14:42

Louie and Mike sit down with John Piassek to review last week's races. Louie gives his picks for the Haskell Day at Monmouth. Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Use our code HORSERACING to receive 20% off and FREE shipping on your order!

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KY Racing Spotlight for 7/12/2024 58:35

5h ago58:35

58:35

Louie sits down with trainers Chris Davis and Doug Cowans to discuss their recent stakes wins, and plans for the summer.

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Dan Illman | Saratoga & Colonial 43:15

1d ago43:15

43:15

Louie and Mike sit down with Dan Illman to talk about upcoming races. Louie & Dan give their picks for this weekend. Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Use our code HORSERACING for 20% off and FREE shipping!

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Kaitlin Free Returns! | Stephen Foster Day 37:41

16d ago37:41

37:41

Louie sits down with Kaitlin Free to talk about Stephen Foster Day and her illustrious career. Louie and Kaitlin give their picks for the races at Churchill Downs this weekend. Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Use our code HORSERACING to receive 20% off and FREE shipping!

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Brad Cox | Ohio Derby 2024 11:39

22d ago11:39

11:39

Trainer Brad Cox joined Louie on Rabaut & Co. on ESPN Louisville to discuss Catching Freedom's return in the G3 Ohio Derby. He also talks Idiomatic, First Mission, and his summer plans for several horses.

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Bob Roberts | Ohio Derby 2024 18:37

22d ago18:37

18:37

Bob Roberts, turf writer from the Cleveland Plain-Dealer joined Louie on Rabaut & Co. on ESPN Louisville. They discuss various topics, including the 2024 Grade 3 Ohio Derby.

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Barry Spears & Mike Rennie | Ohio Derby 1:20:39

22d ago1:20:39

1:20:39

Louie sits down with Barry Spears (@urbanhandicapper) and Mike Rennie to talk about the Ohio Derby. Louie gives his picks for this weekend. Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Use code HORSERACING for 20% off and FREE shipping!

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Matt Dinerman - Haskell Preview Day '24 19:23

1M ago19:23

19:23

Matt Dinerman joined Louie on Rabaut & Co. on ESPN Louisville ahead of Haskell Preview Day. Matt also shares his thoughts on the closing of Golden Gate Fields.

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Steve Kornacki Returns! | Haskell Preview / Monmouth 1:13:19

29d ago1:13:19

1:13:19

Louie sits down with Steve Kornacki to discuss the Belmont results and preview the upcoming Haskell. Louie and Steve give their picks for the races this weekend at Monmouth. Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Use our code HORSERACING to receive 20% off your order and FREE SHIPPING from MANSCAPED.com

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Belmont Stakes with Matthew DeSantis 57:40

1M ago57:40

57:40

Louie & Mike sit down with Matthew DeSantis from NYRA Bets to talk about the Belmont Stakes. Louie, Mike and Matt give a Bel-YEAH or Bel-NAW for all of the horses running in the Belmont. Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Use the code HORSERACING on MANSCAPED.com for FREE shipping and 20% off!

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Louie Misses a Show 49:04

1M ago49:04

49:04

Sean Collins from Bloodhorse joins Big Mike while Louis is galavanting in Italy

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Preakness Film Session with Jaime Torres 42:04

2M ago42:04

42:04

Jaime Torres joins the Happy Hour fresh off winning Preakness 149 aboard Seize the Grey

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Preakness 149 Preview Show 1:49:17

2M ago1:49:17

1:49:17

Mike & Louie preview the Preakness with John Piassek (@theyreoff). The show was live from Pimlico. Our coverage was presented by the Maryland Thoroughbred Breeder's Association.

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Road to Preakness | Kali Francois, Scott Wykoff & Dave Rodman 1:15:36

2M ago1:15:36

1:15:36

Louie & Mike sit down with Kali Francois, Scott Wykoff & Dave Rodman to talk Road to the Preakness and Black-eyed Susan. Louie gives his picks for the races this weekend. Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Head to MANSCAPED.com and use the code HORSERACING for 20% off and FREE SHIPPING!

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Lance Gasaway, Owner of Mystik Dan 16:28

2M ago16:28

16:28

Lance Gasaway joined Louie from Arkansas to update everyone on Mystik Dan. He shares the road to the Derby, the feeling of winning it, and Mystik Dan's future plans.

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Matthew DeSantis reflects on Derby 150 16:22

2M ago16:22

16:22

Matthew DeSantis (@failedtomenace) joined Louie on Rabaut & Co. Thoughts about a great weekend of racing.

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KY Derby 150 Preview - Hour 3 50:24

2M ago50:24

50:24

The guys wrap up their preview with one final prediction for the big race.

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KY Derby 150 Preview - Hour 2 51:53

2M ago51:53

51:53

Mike & Louie have a few guests during hour 2 ahead of Kentucky Derby 150. -EJ Clark -Ag Commissioner Jonathan Shell -Dr. Chet Mays

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KY Derby 150 Preview - Hour 1 57:23

2M ago57:23

57:23

Mike & Louie talk Kentucky Derby 150, and welcome Hall of Famer Dan Issel to the show.

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Dan Issel ahead of KY Derby 150 27:28

2M ago27:28

27:28

Issel made his triumphant return to the show. He gave his thoughts on all the races, and walked through the Derby field with the guys.

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Dan Illman ahead of KY Derby 150 25:42

2M ago25:42

25:42

Dan Illman of DRF fame joined the guys to discuss Oaks and Derby Days.

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KY Oaks 150 - Hour 3 50:21

2M ago50:21

50:21

Mike and Louie wrap up the show with their predictions for Oaks day.

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KY Oaks 150 - Hour 2 54:56

2M ago54:56

54:56

Mike & Louie were live at Churchill Downs for KY Oaks 150. Dan Illman from DRF joined during this hour to discuss his favorites on both Friday and Saturday.

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KY Oaks Day - Hour 1 55:15

2M ago55:15

55:15

Mike & Louie were live at Churchill Downs for KY Oaks 150. This is hour one of that show.

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Derby 150 Handicapping Seminar 1:04:29

2M ago1:04:29

1:04:29

Louie and Mike hang out at the Blind Squirrel to give you of the explanation and handicapping advice that you need to have your best Derby ever!

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Trainer Ron Moquett & Whitmore 16:46

2M ago16:46

16:46

Oaklawn-based trainer Ron Moquett joined Louie & Mike on Rabaut & Co. They discuss Whitmore, the camaraderie between trainers, and the pressure from owners to run in specific spots.

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Eric Hamelback of the Nat'l HBPA 32:45

2M ago32:45

32:45

Eric Hamelback (@EricTheTiger) joined Mike and Louie on Rabaut & Co. to discuss his efforts on behalf of horsemen. The future of the game, HISA, drugs, litigation, a little of everything.

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Keiba Kate on the Japanese Derby 150 staters 22:50

2M ago22:50

22:50

Kate Hunter (@KeibaKate) joined Louie and Mike to chat about her role with the Japanese starters in the Derby: 10 T O Password and 11 Forever Young. This is quite the clip. Kate's passion shines through.

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Trainer Danny Gargan Derby 150 17:54

2M ago17:54

17:54

Trainer Danny Gargan joined Louie on Rabaut & Co. to talk his two Derby starters: 1 Dornoch and 20 Society Man.

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2024 Derby 150 Draft LIVE! 47:23

3M ago47:23

47:23

Louie & Mike get together with a star studded cast including Steve Kornacki, Travis Stone, Kaitlin Free for the Kentucky Derby 150 Draft! See all of the picks and debauchery!Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Use the code HORSERACING at MANSCAPED.com for 20% off and FREE shipping.

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Brook Smith, Owner of Sierra Leone 17:41

3M ago17:41

17:41

Horse owner Brook Smith joined our guy Louie on Rabaut & Co. on ESPN Louisville. He talks ownership, having great hair, and what it's like having a serious Derby contender.

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John Cherwa on the Muth Lawsuit 21:07

3M ago21:07

21:07

John Cherwa of the L.A. Times joined Louie on ESPN 680 to discuss the ongoing litigation between the Zedan team and CDI. As of now, Muth will not run in the KY Derby.

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Kali Francois | Tesio Day 46:42

3M ago46:42

46:42

Louie & Mike sit down with Kali Francois, Dan Illman, and John Piassek to talk about Maryland racing. They all give their picks for Tesio Day this weekend. See all of our coverage at 1stgensports.com & goldbookbets.com Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Use code HORSERACING at MANSCAPED.com to receive 20% and FREE SHIPPING.…

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Kentucky Derby Festival - Matt Gibson and Mike Gandolfo 1:08:09

3M ago1:08:09

1:08:09

This week we welcome Kentucky Derby Festival President & CEO Matt Gibson and Executive Board Member & Chair of Bourbonville Mike Gandolfo. We talk about many of the beloved events surrounding the Run for the Roses, including Thunder Over Louisville, The Great Steamboat Race, Balloonfest, KDF Bed Races, the iconic Pegasus Parade, and our favorite ev…

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Dan Issel Returns! | Keeneland 47:03

3M ago47:03

47:03

Louie sits down with Hall of Famer Dan Issel to talk about last week's races and this weekend's races at Keeneland. Louie & Dan give their picks for this weekend. Don't miss the rest of our coverage on 1stgensports.com and goldbookbets.com! Use the code HORSERACING at MANSCAPE.com to receive 20% off and free shipping!…

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Wood Memorial 2024 w/ Matthew DeSantis 16:37

4M ago16:37

16:37

Matthew DeSantis (@failedtomenace) joined Louie on Rabaut & Co. on ESPN 680. They chat Wood Memorial, Gazelle, and the cross-country Pick 3.

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The Paddock Prince Returns | Keeneland 1:04:01

4M ago1:04:01

1:04:01

Louie & Mike sit down with David "The Paddock Prince" Levitch to discuss the current Derby and Oaks rankings. Louie gives his picks for the weekend at Keeneland. Check out all of our picks at goldbookbets.com! Sponsored by MANSCAPE. Use code HORSERACING to get 20% off and free shipping at manscape.com!…

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Zedan Lawsuit w/ John Cherwa L.A. Times 17:17

4M ago17:17

17:17

John Cherwa (@jcherwa) joins Rabaut & Co. on ESPN Louisville from the L.A. Times. Louie and John discuss Amr Zedan's lawsuit in Jefferson County Court in an attempt to run in Derby 150.

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Clark Absher of Hatfield Media 1:01:11

3M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

We welcome Clark Absher, Chief Business Development Officer at Hatfield Media, to share some bourbon and stories of being a musician, playing hockey, and what it's like to be a part of a cutting edge media production company. Clark and team are in the business of making shit cool and definitely deserve a huge shoutout for what they're producing in …

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Brian Nadeau | Fla Derby 2024 20:29

4M ago20:29

20:29

Brian Nadeau joins our Louie Rabaut on Rabaut & Co. on ESPN Louisville. They preview the late pick 4 at Gulfstream Park for Fla Derby Day 2024.

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Matt Dinerman Returns | Arkansas Derby & Florida Derby 1:03:52

4M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Louie & Mike sit down with Matt Dinerman, track announcer at Oaklawn, to talk about the Arkansas Derby and Kentucky Derby. Louie gives his picks for the Arkansas Derby and the Florida Derby. Sponsored by MANSCAPED! Use our code HORSERACING for 20% off and free shipping

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Cecy Linzey of Mr & Mrs Bourbon Company 52:49

4M ago52:49

52:49

We have Cecy Linzey on the show this week, as we close out Women's History Month. Cecy is the Co-Founder and COO of Mr & Mrs Bourbon Co and her art is featured right on the label. Cecy brings us a trove of gifts and we get to enjoy a nice lineup from MMBC, including a special bottle of Ethan Almighty. Cecy is challenged to sort her bourbons into Ho…

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Jose Ortiz and the Ruby 10:59

4M ago10:59

10:59

Jockey Jose Ortiz joined our guy Louie on Rabaut & Co. on ESPN Louisville to preview his trip to Turfway for the Jeff Ruby Steaks Card. -on moving his tack to Keeneland and Churchill -riding synthetic

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Louisiana Derby Day w/ Kevin Kilroy 15:32

4M ago15:32

15:32

Kevin Kilroy (@TrustYourLuck) joined our guy Louie on Rabaut & Co. on ESPN Louisville to preview the Louisiana Derby Card.

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Road to the Preakness >>> Private Terms 39:00

4M ago39:00

39:00

Mike Gandolfo is joined by Dan Illman from the DRF & John Piassek of the Maryland Horse Breeders Association to discuss Private Terms Stakes day at Laurel Park.

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Live from Bellarmine University Sip & Swish 1:06:59

4M ago1:06:59

1:06:59

We're kicking off season 2 live at Bellarmine University for the inaugural Sip & Swish celebration. We're featuring a single barrel Green River release in honor of the Bellarmine University Men's College Basketball Team. Join us as we speak with Head Coach Scotty Davenport, Owensboro artist Aaron Kizer, who provided the special artwork for the bott…

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KY Racing Spotlight 3/16/24 - Tyler Gaffalione 30:06

4M ago30:06

30:06

Louie Rabaut (@RadioLouie) interviews Jockey Tyler Gaffalione, gives his top Derby contenders, and a pick for the Queen Stakes at Turfway Park.

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It's Wiiiiiiiide Open 1:09:04

4M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

Mike & Louie recap the Oaks & Derby fields as we look towards the 100-point races

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We're Back!!! Season 2 Primer Episode 49:11

4M ago49:11

49:11

Hey everybody! We missed you! Season 2 of The Firkin Podcast is here! In this episode, Chris and Brian look back on the fun times and guests from the first season and talk about what's coming up for this year. They catch up on what’s been going on in the off season and preview the upcoming Bourbon and Beyond lineup. Sit back, have a drink with us, …

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The Sniper Returns | Tampa Bay Derby Weekend 47:40

4M ago47:40

47:40

Louie sits down with Barry "The Sniper" Spears and talks about Derby Preps and the upcoming Tampa Bay Derby weekend. Louie and Barry gives their picks. For all of our continuing coverage, check out goldbookbets.com!

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