Can Do with Bill Duncliffe: Recent Episodes
Bill Duncliffe
Bill Duncliffe discusses all things horse racing. Each episode include parimutuel tips, interviews, recaps, and updates about the Sport of Kings.
Pete Fornatale of http://inthemoneypodcast.com/ (inthemoneypodcast.com) joins Bill to talk about their collaboration on the story of Quick Call, his contributions to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation's Second Chances program and how the program has changed lives. Very excited to have you join us at http://inthemoneypodcast.com/ (inthemoneypodcast.com).
As we close out Season 6, Bill continues his discussion with AbbyFuller about the state of horse racing today with a look to the future
Abby Fuller is back with Bill! Join them as they discuss racing today and some of the sights into the future of the sport
Join Bill this week as he concludes his conversation with Randy Shulhofer. They discuss how Randy took over for his dad, Scotty and Randy's life after horse racing.
This week Bill looks back on the career of Hall Of Hame Horse, Ta Wee. Listen in as Bill discusses this special horse with Randy Schulhofer the son of Scotty Schulhofer, the trainer of Ta Wee.
In this episode Bill wraps up his discussion with Abby Fuller. They discuss her time working with Mom's Command in addition to other stories about her riding career.
Join Bill this episode as he talks with Abby Fuller. Abby is the daughter of breeder Peter Fuller. Listen as they talk about Dancer's Image which was disqualified from the 1968 Kentucky Derby.
This week, Bill sits down with Mark Cramer. Mark has written books on handicapping in addition to many other subjects aside from horse racing. Bill and Mark have a great conversation that covers horse racing and cycling and a bit of everything in between.
Tune in this week as Bill continues his conversation with Jody Lamp and Melody Dobson about their Documentary "Born To Rein". Make sure you check out this fascinating film!
We kick off Season 6 of Can Do with a look at the documentary "Born To Rein" which pays homage to Sir Barton and his time as a U.S. Army Remount Service Stallion at Fort Robinson near Crawford, NE. Bill sits down with the producers of the documentary, Melody Dobson and Jody Lamp. Melody and Jody are also co-founders of the American Doorstop Project
We close out Season 5 with the conclusion to our episode about Roza Robota! Thanks for listening this season...we will be back soon with more episodes of Can Do!
In this episode, Bill discusses the fascinating story of Roza Robata. The horse was named after a little-known heroine and victim of the Holocaust. Roza Robata's involvement in an uprising in Auschwitz is a heroic tale for sure. This is Part 1 iof this terrific story!
Bill is joined by Morty Mittenthal to break down this year's Breeder's Cup! Join the guys for all of their handicapping tips for this year's event.
This week, Bill interviews one of the world's all-time greatest jockeys, Jerry Bailey. Among Jerry's numerous achievements, he is a two-time winner of the Kentucky Derby. Join Bill for this great conversation with a true horse racing legend!
This week, Bill continues his discussion about the life and tragedy of jockey Eric Beitia.
This week Bill looks at the tragic death of Jockey Eric Beitia. Eric was a 21 year old jockey with a promising career when his life came to a tragic end.
This week Bill chats with Morty Mittenthal. Morty Mittenthal has spent his life doing what he loves - among those pursuits learning the sport of racing from the ground up, talking himself into jobs in the sport that didn't exist and hobnobbing with the stars at the track. There's a million stories in the Horse Racing City. And Morty may have just that many! Join us for some of his best!
In the second of our two-parter, Bill and Jennifer Kelly continue discussing Sir Barton and his 1920 match race against the incomparable Man O War.
Season 5 starts off with a bang! Bill is joined by Jennifer Kelly to discuss her book Sir Barton and the Making of the Triple Crown Tune in for part 1 of this fascinating discussion about a truly amazing horse.
Trainer, Brendan Walsh, tells the story of a horse he bought, who at first was underwhelming, but ended up over achieving.
An interesting conversation with Handicapper, Jonathon Kinchen, ranging from the best tracks in the U.S to stories about Vince Young's championship season at Texas.
Bruce Jackson, who runs the Fair Hill Equine Therapy Center tells us about the first Big Score for the Center, when one of their graduates took down a Grade I event for the first time.
Fascinating discussion this week on the Can Do podcast with previous guest and award winning author Bill Heller. We talk about the microscope our sport is under and continue the debate about the use of Lasix on our athletes.
2015 NHC Tour Champion and FS1 racing personality Jonathon Kinchen shares 3 Big Score stories with us this week! The full interview with Jonathon airs later this season but for now sit back, relax and enjoy a flight through some memorable Big Scores.
If you haven’t used Jim Mazur’s Progressive Handicapping (http://www.proghandicap.com/ (www.proghandicap.com)) breeding and trainer, etc. angles publications I strongly suggest you do so. And I strongly suggest you listen to this entertaining podcast with Jim on Can Do today.
Keith Haag, Farm Manager at Big Score sponsor Endeavor Farm regales us with a story about a lights out Derby Day.
Fascinating combination of racing and remembering in this week's edition. Artist Audrey Menefee is this week's guest. She's preserved the memories of many of the great figures in our sport - from Jimmy Winkfield to John Asher, from Billy Walker to Isaac Murphy. We talk about the artistic process and the artistic vision. Enjoy!
Jim Mazur of Progressive Handicapping, an alumnus of Duke University, duked some of his followers a massive trifecta of which, once you'll hear it, you'll say "I shoulda had it!!!" I know I should have! Thanks, Jim!
We are hearing a lot about Founding Fathers lately. This week's podcast features an informative and entertaining conversation with NHC founding father Eric Wing. We talk about how he got into racing and his career journey to his current position as Communications Director at Horsetourneys.com.
Bob Phillips is a nationally known comedian featured on, among other places, Sirius XM's Raw Dog channel. He has a very funny new album coming out tomorrow, January 31, called 10 Dollar Gift Card. I got an early preview and I can tell you it was very enjoyable. As was my conversation about a big score Bob had as a child. All told with his trademark humor, of course! Check out Bob Phillips album 10 Dollar Gift Card
I can't think of a better way to kick off Season 4 of our Can Do podcast than by interviewing Peter Thomas Fornatale. When I listened to the interview with Peter, one word came to mind. Raconteur! Peter is the Money Players' Podcast host, founder of the World Horseplayers' Tour and much more. https://inthemoneypodcast.com (Peter's Podcast) https://twitter.com/loomsboldly?lang=en (Peter's Twitter Page)
Our last Big Score of this year comes to us from Jerry Fife, of Bet The World Entertainment. Join us again next year (late January) and don’t forget to share your Big Score story with us!
Sally Goswell, Fair Hill Training Center Manager joins us to talk about this unique facility in our last podcast of Season III. Thanks for joining us this season. We’ll see you again in late January, 2020. Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, Happy New Year…you get the drill!
I sat down with Eric Wing, Communications Director at HorseTourneys.com, to hear a few of his big score stories.
This week I sat down with Joe Rosen, long time managing editor of the Daily Racing Form to talk about his time at “The Bible” back in those days when linotype machines, pneumatic tubes and characters straight out of Guys and Dolls put that and other newspapers out on the street on a daily basis.
Leon Nichols, of the Project to Preserve African-American Turf History and Bet the World Entertainment, shared his story of one of the biggest payouts in Kentucky Derby history. https://www.ppaath.org (https://www.ppaath.org)
Rip is the founder, CEO and Chairman of the Board of the Old First Ward stable. He’s also a member of 3 different sports Halls of Fame – the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame, the Buffalo Sabres Hall of Fame and the Hockey Hall of Fame. Rip is passionate about what he does, passionate about horse racing and passionate about Buffalo. That’s my kind of guy. I think you’ll enjoy our discussion about racing and his life in sports.
Sal DeMilio is a nationally know comedian from Detroit, Michigan and a very funny guy! For the today's big score, Sal not only had a very funny story of his own but, for a change of pace, Sal and I also read a screenplay by Sal's friend regarding a true big score story. Check out the Sal DeMilio's podcast here: The Sal & Bob Show https://www.perfectapodcastnetwork.com
We are all about history, handicapping and humor here at Can Do! And fair racing had all three, all wrapped up in an environment that few would recognize today. I shared a lot of laughs with Michael Anderson, Mike Mazinski, Michael Blowen and Bill Finley as I recorded the interviews for this segment. I think you will detect from all of us more than a note of wistfulness as we recall those bygone days.
We are proud to present our roster of guest handicappers who will give you their analyses of each of the races from Santa Anita this Saturday, November 2, 2019. 1:51 - Filly & Mare Sprint with Brian Leckie 12:34 - Turf Sprint with Steve Simonovich 34:08 - Dirt Mile with Vince Bruun 43:15 - Filly & Mare Turf with Kany Levine 53:40 - Sprint with Leon Nichols 1:00:26 - Turf with Jerry Fife 1:06:03 - Mile with Peter Thomas Fornatale 1:14:36 - Distaff with Eric Wing 1:29:25 - Classic with Chris Larmey
It's Breeders' Cup week! So we thought it was appropriate to share this story of a big score that was and (involving the same horse) a big score that wasn't.
As everyone looks ahead to this weekend's Breeders' Cup, we look back at one of the most notorious scandals in sports history.
This week, Bill is joined by noted author, writer, and podcast host Peter Thomas Fornatale for his Big Score story from Del Mar, circa 2004.
For this week's Big Score, Bill is joined by Steve Simonovich. Steve was kind enough to share stories not only about Big Scores, but bad beats as well. Steve also shared some techniques he uses to find those well-hidden big priced winners.
Cricket Goodall, Executive Director of the Maryland Horse Breeders Association, and Mary McManus Guba, daughter of legendary broadcaster Jim McKay, join Bill to talk about Maryland racing and the upcoming Jim McKay Maryland Million Day on Saturday, October 19.
Brian Leckie shares his story of how he handicapped the 2014 Kentucky Derby and bet Commanding Curve (37-1) and Danza (8-1) to run in the money under his key horse, California Chrome. The exotics did not disappoint.
Last season we took a look back at one of the premiere thoroughbred tracks of the Northwest in a 2 part special we called Memories of Longacres. Although lost, this track is surely not forgotten. When we ran the special, we gained an even greater sense of what Longacres meant to racing fans. After an outpouring of comments and messages, we decided to do one final installment of The Memories of Longacres. Bill was joined by Dave Sangara, Kany Levine, and Ron Blake who all shared their fond memories. Join us on facebook for photos and additional content.
This week we're honored to have Robert "Rip" Simonick share not one, but two Big Scores with Bill. Rip is a living sports legend by anyone's standards. As a member of the NHL Hall of Fame, Buffalo Sabres Hall of Fame, and Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame, we can safely declare that he's the only guest we've had who's been inducted to three different HOF's. Rip's knowledge of sports does not end with hockey, which why he joins us today.
For part 2 of Bill's in-studio interview with Leon Nichols, Calvin Davis, Jim Natsis, and Jerry Fife, the discussion turns from the non-profit endeavors of the Project to Preserve African American Turf History (ppaath.org) to what's in store for the future. Leon, Calvin, Jim, Jerry, and others also comprise the leadership of Bet The World Entertainment - a thoroughbred gaming venture created with an eye toward forming a world championship for horse racing.
Do you feel lucky? Do you live in the New York/New Jersey area? Are you interested in winning a coveted seat at Anthony “The Big A” Stabile’s annual Breeders Cup preview dinner at King Umberto’s in Elmont, NY Wednesday evening, October 30th? Come to our Can Do podcast Facebook page on Tuesday, October 1st to find a trivia question. First to correctly answer will win a free ticket. The evening promises good fun, good information and, most importantly, a great time! The Big A will be joined by fellow NYRA analyst Maggie Wolfendale Morley and HRRN analyst Steve Grabowski. Do you feel lucky? Well, do ya...?
For our Season 3 Premiere, Bill sits down in the studio with the founders and leadership of the Project to Preserve African-American Turf History to discuss thoroughbred history, The Isaac Murphy Image Award, fan outreach, and what's ahead for their foundation.
The podcast about all things horse racing is back! Can Do with Bill Duncliffe returns Tuesday, September 24 with a special in-studio interview with the founders and leadership of the Project to Preserve African American Turf History (ppaath.org). Follow us on facebook and twitter for updates, photos, and much much more. And as always, may the horse be with you!
For our final episode of Season 2, New York Racing Association Analyst and Horse Racing Radio Network host Anthony, "The Big A" Stabile joins Bill to discuss the field of this year's Belmont Stakes. From all of us at Can Do, we want to thank our listeners for an incredible Season Two. Keep in touch on Facebook and Twitter, and we'll see you this Fall!
We are joined once again by our dear friend John McCarthy, as he shares his Belmont Stakes Big Score story from 2002.
Special guest and handicapper Chris Larmey returns this week to handicap the upcoming Preakness, as well as discuss the issues raised by the recent Kentucky Derby disqualification.
We are lucky this week to have guest Cricket Goodall, Executive Director of the Maryland Horse Breeders Association and Executive Director of Maryland Million, Ltd., talk about her Preakness memories and the Pimlico controversy. We were also joined by very special guest Mary McManus Guba, daughter of the late, great Jim McKay, famed sports broadcaster.
As the proud co-owner of this year's Kentucky Derby winner "Country House", Guinness McFadden shares what it felt like to be on the winning circle, and tells us how he got into the thoroughbred business.
Host Bill Duncliffe shares his Big Score story relating to the middle leg of the Triple Crown.
As we all prepare our Kentucky Derby bets , TK Kuegler - founder and managing partner of Wasabi Venture Stables - joins us once again, this time to share his insights and process for picking his ponies in the Run for the Roses.
As we head into the big weekend, we're pleased to present an interview with two-time Kentucky Derby winner John Velazquez. John shares with us his preparation process, memories of his previous Derby wins, thoughts on Saturday's ride atop Code of Honor, and much more.
It's Derby Week, so of course we had to give you a Kentucky Derby Big Score. Bill checks in early to share one of his most memorable Big Scores from the Run for the Roses.
Journalist Mike Mullaney joins us for an interview and shares his experience writing the tragic story of thoroughbred Excellor, and how it has impacted retired horse aftercare. Our producer and former stand-up comedian, Ross Duncliffe, shares a particularly lucky Big Score story, and Guest Handicapper Ed Harvey handicaps the Arkansas Derby.
John Engelhardt, best known as "Racing's Regular Guy," joins us for a nostalgic and entertaining interview, John McCarthy tells us his Big Score Story, and host of "Public Handicapper Pod" Scott Carson shares his insights as our Guest Handicapper.
Today Terry Nickell, managing partner at Endeavor Farms and one of our dear sponsors, joins us for an interview giving us a unique perspective on how horses are raised on a farm and prepped for racing. Mike Mullaney tells us his unforgettable and hilarious Big Score story. Lastly John McCarthy is welcomed as our Guest Handicapper, focusing on the Florida Derby.
Jockey Tyler Baze joined us for an interview during workouts at Santa Anita, and shares with us his experience on the unique downhill racecourse. We also learn about Tyler's start as a jockey and his place in the well known Baze family tree. Our Big Score sponsor Terry Nickell shares two Big Score stories of his own, and our guest Jamie Michelson handicaps the Big Race this weekend at The Fairgrounds in the Crescent City.
This week esteemed veterinarian Dr. Barrie Grant tells us about his vital contributions to the field of equine medicine, and the ground breaking surgical treatments that he developed. John Engelhardt shares with us his Big Score story and Guest Handicapper John Pinder returns to help Bill handicap this week's Rebel Stakes.
John Pinder shares with us his Big Score, and Bill Duncliffe handicaps this weekend's Gotham Stakes at Aqueduct.
In our second and final installment of our special edition, we explore Longacres' storied legacy of legendary horses and horsemen, The Longacres mile, and the untimely demise of Washington's treasured racecourse. Special thanks to Vince Bruun, Joe Steiner, Harley Spring, and Stephen Sadis for offering their time and sharing their memories to make this production possible.
Bill shares Jim Gaudet's big score story, and Kelly Smith-Lawless rejoins us to handicap this Saturday's Fountain of Youth.
In this first of a two part series, Bill asks special guests to walk him down memory lane and share their personal stories of Seattle's lost but not forgotten, Longacres Racetrack.
Bill speaks with Joe Steiner about his family's long history with horse racing, his personal achievements, close calls, and racing from a jockey's perspective. Also guest handicapper Neil Duncliffe checks in to give his thoughts on this Saturday's Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds Race Course.
To kick off the 2019 National Handicapping Championship, Chris Larmey calls in to discuss the NHC from the players' perspective. He also stick around to share his very first Big Score Story. Finally, Chris Melo handicaps this Saturday's Sam F. Davis.
Keith Chamblin, COO of the NTRA joins Bill via phone to discuss the annual National Handicapping Championship in Las Vegas. Mr. Chamblin also sticks around to give us a Big Score story, and Matt Packard returns to guest handicap this Saturday's G2 Holy Bull at Gulfstream Park.
In the final episode of Season 1, Bill welcomes Ross Duncliffe with On Tour Records to the show. We hear a great Big Score story and we welcome back Guest Handicapper John McCarthy! A great episode to end a great first season!
Hanzly Albina, managing partner of Sallusto & Albina Premier Bloodstock Services, sits down with Bill to discuss the business of buying and breeding thoroughbreds. TK Kuegler returns with a Big Score Story, and Damien Tocci shares his pick for Saturday's 11th at Fairgrounds.
TK Kuegler, founder and managing partner of Wasabi Ventures Stables joins Bill for the interview, Neil Duncliffe has this week's Big Score, and Ed Harvey handicaps tomorrows Cigar Mile at Aqueduct.
Before heading into Thanksgiving, Bill interviews Kelly Smith-Lawless about her handicapping system, Jamie Michaelson tells his Big Score story about this year's Kentucky Derby, and Public Handicapper founder Scott Carson shares his pick for this Saturday's 10th race at Churchill. Also, we want to take a moment for Odanis Acuna, who tragically passed after a training accident last week a Churchill. Although we did not personally know him, the racing industry mourns and he will be missed. Be safe, be well, and we'll see you again on December 5.
This week, Bill sits down with Brien Bouyea, Communications Director at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, The Big Score is a recap of the Breeder's Cup and how our guest handicappers fared. This week's guest handicapper is Matt Packard making his pick for Saturday at Del Mar
This week, Bill talks with guest handicappers to break down Saturday's Breeder's Cup races at Churchill Downs. Some of the guests share their Breeder's Cup Big Stories along the way. Good luck and hold all tickets!
Jamie Michaelson sits down for the interview, Kelly Lawless shares one of her many Big Scores, and Chris Melo makes his pick for the last day of Keeneland's Fall Meet.
Today Bill Duncliffe interviews Bill Walsh about his long, distinguished career in racing. Also, one of our fabulous listeners send in his Big Score story from the 2005 Kentucky Derby, and guest handicapper Kelly Lawless makes her pick for this Saturday at Laurel Park.
This week, Bill interviews Scott Carson, founder of Public Handicapper.com, Matt Packard stops in to tell his Big Score Story, and Guest Handicapper Jamie Michelson makes his picks for Saturday, October 13 at Woodbine.
Bill Duncliffe interviews Natalie Turner, marketing coordinator of Belterra Park and Casino in Cincinnati. Also, Scott Carson stops in to give his Big Score story, and guest handicapper Neil Duncliffe gives his pick for this Saturday at Keeneland. Got a Big Score story? Tell us in the comment section!
Bill Duncliffe interviews Michael Blowen, the founder of Old Friends Farm, about the thoroughbred aftercare industry. Also guest handicapper, Matt Packard, stops in to give his picks for this Saturday at Belmont. Finally, Bill shares his Big Score Story when he hit the $500,000 carryover Pick 6 at Aqueduct in December, 2005.
Coming soon from On Tour Comedy, a new podcast about thoroughbred racing, hosted by Bill Duncliffe.