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RACING NATION - Blair Gibson Eagle Farm preview 21.8.21

James O'Shea PodcastsAug 18, 2021

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RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Eagle Farm 16.3.24

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Eagle Farm 16.3.24

Chris Tait joins us with his best bets for the Eagle Farm meeting.

Mar 14, 202416:15
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 16.3.24

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 16.3.24

Shane Matthews from www.puntingbaron.com.au joins us with his best bets for the Caulfield card.

Mar 14, 202421:29
RACING NATION: Rosehill Best Bets with Jack Smallhorn Mediality Racing 16.3.24

RACING NATION: Rosehill Best Bets with Jack Smallhorn Mediality Racing 16.3.24

Jack Smallhron from Mediality Racing joins us with his best bets for the Rosehill meeting.

Mar 14, 202416:52
RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Gold Coast Preview 9.3.24

RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Gold Coast Preview 9.3.24

Nathan Exelby joins us with his preview of the Gold Coast meeting

Mar 08, 202408:10
RACING NATION: CMF Draft Preview with Michael Frappell

RACING NATION: CMF Draft Preview with Michael Frappell

Michael Frappell from Clear Mountain Fairview joins us to preview the team's draft for the big March sale.

Mar 07, 202417:53
RACING NATION: Randwick Best Bets with Mediality Racing's Jack Smallhorn 9.3.24

RACING NATION: Randwick Best Bets with Mediality Racing's Jack Smallhorn 9.3.24

Jack Smallhorn from Mediality Racing joins us with his best bets for the Sydney meeting.

Mar 07, 202416:53
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Gold Coast 9.3.24

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Gold Coast 9.3.24

Chris Tait joins us with Taity's Tips for the Gold Coast this weekend.

Mar 07, 202416:03
RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Eagle Farm Preview 2.3.24

RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Eagle Farm Preview 2.3.24

Leading Queensland form analyst Nathan Exelby joins us with his preview of the Eagle Farm meeting.

Mar 01, 202407:13
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Eagle Farm 2.3.24

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Eagle Farm 2.3.24

Chris Tait joins us with his selections for the meeting at Eagle Farm this weekend.

Feb 29, 202412:03
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Flemington Best Bets 2.3.24

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Flemington Best Bets 2.3.24

Punting Baron Shane Matthews joins us with his best bets for the Flemington card this weekend.

Feb 29, 202418:52
RACING NATION: Jack Smallhorn Randwick Preview 2.3.24

RACING NATION: Jack Smallhorn Randwick Preview 2.3.24

Jack Smallhorn from Mediality Racing joins us with a preview of the Sydney meeting this Saturday.


Jack is keen to bet in a few of the big ones on the day and he's found a bit of value.


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Feb 29, 202415:07
THE SEMI PROS: Special Guest Phil Coorey

THE SEMI PROS: Special Guest Phil Coorey

Phil Coorey joins us on the Semi Pros this week.


Phil joins the panel to preview the NRL season ahead, he chats about his time at the Taylor Swift concert and talks all about bringing Ricky Ponting to town.


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Feb 27, 202451:54
THE SEMI PROS: Special Guest Mitch Sargent

THE SEMI PROS: Special Guest Mitch Sargent

This week on the semi pros a very special one on one chat with Western Clydesdales BMD Premiership inaugural coach Mitch Sargent.


Mitch speaks passionately about what this team means to this region and the legacy it will leave for local girls for many years to come.


It's a must listen.

Feb 25, 202435:23
RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Doomben Preview 24.2.24

RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Doomben Preview 24.2.24

Nathan Exelby joins us with his preview of the Doomben meeting

Feb 22, 202407:16
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 24.2.24

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 24.2.24

Chris Tait joins us with Taity's Tips for the Doomben meeting this Saturday.

Feb 22, 202413:45
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 24.2.24

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 24.2.24

Shane Matthews joins us with his best bets on the Caulfield card this weekend.

Feb 22, 202420:59
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 17.2.24

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 17.2.24

Chris Tait joins us with Taity's Tips for Eagle Farm this weekend.

Feb 15, 202410:29
RACING NATION: PUNTING BARON Flemington Best Bets 17.2.24

RACING NATION: PUNTING BARON Flemington Best Bets 17.2.24

Shane Matthews from www.puntingbaron.com.au joins us with his thoughts on the Flemington meeting.

Feb 15, 202418:31
THE SEMI PROS: Special Guest Dusty Schroder

THE SEMI PROS: Special Guest Dusty Schroder

This week on the Semi Pros we have an action packed schedule!


Joining this edition.

BMX star Dusty Schroder joins us to talk about her quest to finish on the podium for the World titles in May.


We also speak to local boxing stars Jackson Griffiths, Herman Ene-Purcell and Jed Morris.


We also preview what's happening on the local scene!


Feb 15, 202441:23
RACING NATION: Mediality Racing Best Bets with Jack Smallhorn 17.2.24

RACING NATION: Mediality Racing Best Bets with Jack Smallhorn 17.2.24

Jack Smallhorn from Mediality Racing joins us to preview some of the big races this weekend.


Jack analyses the Expressway Stakes, Triscay, Apollo and Light Fingers from Sydney and the Lightning from Flemington and also a runner going around in Brisbane that jumped off the ratings page on debut.


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Feb 14, 202421:49
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 10.2.24

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 10.2.24

Shane Matthews from www.puntingbaron.com.au joins us with his thoughts on the Caulfield meeting.

Feb 09, 202418:53
RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Doomben Preview 10.2.24

RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Doomben Preview 10.2.24

Nathan Exelby joins us with his preview of the Doomben meeting this weekend.

Feb 08, 202408:51
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 10.2.24

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 10.2.24

Chris Tait joins us with his best bets for the Doomben meeting.

Feb 08, 202413:54
RACING NATION: Mediality Racing Best Bets with Jack Smallhorn 10.2.24

RACING NATION: Mediality Racing Best Bets with Jack Smallhorn 10.2.24

Jack Smallhorn from mediality racing joins us with his best bets for the weekend.



Feb 07, 202414:44
THE SEMI PROS: Special Guest Nigel Weldon

THE SEMI PROS: Special Guest Nigel Weldon

This week on the semi pros our special guest is local golfing sensation Nigel Weldon.


In a great story of resilience and patience Nigel is now a member of the Legends Seniors tour.

Feb 06, 202459:28
RACING NATION: TAITY'S TIPS Eagle Farm 3.2.24

RACING NATION: TAITY'S TIPS Eagle Farm 3.2.24

Chris Tait joins us with #taitystips for Eagle Farm this weekend

Feb 01, 202412:03
The Semi Pros: Special Guest Rod Brown Wests Cricket Club

The Semi Pros: Special Guest Rod Brown Wests Cricket Club

This week on the Semi Pros Wests cricket club legend Rod Brown joins us to talk about club's 50th celebrations.


The boys also talk about Aussie cricket summer as well as highlight what's happening in local sport.



Feb 01, 202454:09
RACING NATION: 1ON1 Interview Corey Geran 3.2.24

RACING NATION: 1ON1 Interview Corey Geran 3.2.24

Corey Geran joins us to talk about stable star Without Revenge who looks to make it two wins in a row in Brisbane this Saturday.

Feb 01, 202417:04
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 3.2.24

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 3.2.24

Shane Matthews from www.puntingbaron.com.au joins us for our first podcast for 2024.


The Baron previews the big meeting from Caulfield this Saturday.

Jan 31, 202415:01
THE SEMI PROS: Year In review 2023

THE SEMI PROS: Year In review 2023

On this edition of the Semi Pros the boys review the sporting year of 2023 as well predictions for 2024.


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Dec 18, 202347:23
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Eagle Farm 16.12.23

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Eagle Farm 16.12.23

Chris Tait joins us with #taitystips for racing at Eagle Farm this weekend.

Dec 14, 202316:30
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 16.12.23

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 16.12.23

Shane Matthews from www.puntingbaron.com.au joins us with his best bets for the Caulfield meeting

Dec 14, 202319:15
The Semi Pros - Special Guest ALI BRIGGINSHAW

The Semi Pros - Special Guest ALI BRIGGINSHAW

This week on the Semi Pros the Western Clydesdales marquee signing for their inaugural BMD Cup season ALI Brigginshaw joins us.



Dec 10, 202331:40
RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Eagle Farm Preview 9.12.23

RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Eagle Farm Preview 9.12.23

Nathan Exelby joins us with his preview of the Eagle Farm meeting.


Nathan previews the quaddie legs and reveals his best bet and best eachway on the program.

Dec 07, 202311:22
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips 9.12.23

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips 9.12.23

Chris Tait joins us with his best bets for the Eagle Farm card this weekend. #taitystips

Dec 07, 202313:01
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Ballarat Best Bets 9.12.23

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Ballarat Best Bets 9.12.23

Shane Matthews from www.puntingbaron.com.au joins us with his best bets for the Ballarat meeting this weekend.

Dec 07, 202319:59
RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Doomben Preview 2.12.23

RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Doomben Preview 2.12.23

Nathan Exelby joins us with his preview of the George Moore meeting from Doomben

Nov 30, 202310:45
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 2.12.23

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 2.12.23

Shane Matthews from www.puntingbaron.com.au joins us with his best bets for the Caulfield meeting this Saturday.



Nov 30, 202318:35
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 2.12.23

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 2.12.23

Chris Tait joins us with his best bets for the Doomben card #taitystips

Nov 30, 202311:40
THE SEMI PROS - Special Guest Mike Bray

THE SEMI PROS - Special Guest Mike Bray

On this week's edition of the Semi Pros - special guest Toowoomba ultra marathon king Mike Bray.

Mike joins us to talk through an incredible 2023 which saw him compete in the Ultra Marathon Cape Wrath, an 8-day 400km race across the Scottish highlands, before backing up some 8 weeks later for what is considered the pinnacle of the ultra-racingworld, the 171km straight Ultra Mont Blanc through the French-Swiss Alps.



Nov 28, 202355:34
RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Sunshine Coast Preview 18.11.23

RACING NATION: Nathan Exelby Sunshine Coast Preview 18.11.23

Nathan Exelby joins us with his preview of the Sunshine Coast meeting this Saturday.

Nov 16, 202307:08
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Sunshine Coast 18.11.23

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Sunshine Coast 18.11.23

Chris Tait joins us with his thoughts on the Sunshine Coast meeting this weekend. #taitystips

Nov 16, 202314:09
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 18.11.23

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Caulfield Best Bets 18.11.23

Shane Matthews from www.puntingbaron.com.au joins us with his best bets for the Caulfield card.

Nov 16, 202318:27
The Semi Pros: Special Guest Andre Henare

The Semi Pros: Special Guest Andre Henare

Red Frogs Toowoomba coordinator Andre Henare joins us on the show to talk about the role of the red frogs in sport as well an insight into what the incredible red frogs team does in the community.



Nov 14, 202339:17
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 11.11.23

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Doomben 11.11.23

Chris Tait joins us with his best bets for the Doomben program #taitystips

Nov 09, 202314:53
RACING NATION: Punting Baron Flemington Champions Day Preview 11.11.23

RACING NATION: Punting Baron Flemington Champions Day Preview 11.11.23

Shane Matthews from puntingbaron.com.au joins us with his preview of Champions Day at Flemington this weekend.

Nov 09, 202325:01
RACING NATION: Robert Heathcote Interview Rothfire KOTM slot holder

RACING NATION: Robert Heathcote Interview Rothfire KOTM slot holder

Robert Heathcote joins us to chat about Rothfire's place in the Mort & Co King Of the Mountain.


Rob chats to us at length about the 'thrilla from Chinchilla' and his thoughts heading towards the KOTM on January 1 at Clifford Park.



Nov 09, 202314:13
THE SEMI PROS - Special Guest AJ Ma Chong

THE SEMI PROS - Special Guest AJ Ma Chong

On the Semi Pros this week - special guest AJ Ma Chong.


AJ joins us for an in depth chat about his recent involvement in the Qld Pacific Island Cultural Carnival and the Asian Rugby League Footy Festival with the Mekong Dragons.

AJ will also be a key member for the Oakey Bears in the TRL in 2024.

Away from the field AJ has a passion for helping the youth of Oakey. He works with the youth through his role with PCYC.

AJ views his 'calling' in life is to help the next generation of Oakey youth to achieve their dreams.


Nov 09, 202338:18
RACING NATION: Dynamic Form Ratings Review & Preview 11.11.23

RACING NATION: Dynamic Form Ratings Review & Preview 11.11.23

Jack Smallhorn from Dynamic Form joins us with the ratings review and preview.


Jack reviews the Melb Cup, The Derby, The Coolmore, The Empire Rose and the Golden Eagle


and he previews the three big group ones for this weekend at Flemington The Champions Sprint, Mile and Stakes.


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Nov 08, 202326:07
RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Eagle Farm 4.11.23

RACING NATION: Taity's Tips Eagle Farm 4.11.23

Chris Tait joins us with his best bets for the Eagle Farm card this weekend.



Nov 02, 202315:05