The Florida Horse Podcast : Recent Episodes
Florida Equine Communications
Learn more about our Florida Thoroughbred industry. We discuss the horses and the people that make an impact. Brought to you by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Owners’ Association. Tammy Gantt, executive producer; co-executive producers Lonny Powell and Brock Sheridan; and Steve Koch show liaison and coordinator.
Ocala Breeders Sales Company rewrites the record books this year on their entire season of 2-year-olds in training auctions.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Equine Speed Continues to Be a Major Florida Export at Saratoga Race Course - one of the nation’s most prestigious Thoroughbred racing venues.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Florida-breds shined over Memorial Day weekend (May 24–26), adding five black-type stakes victories to their already impressive 2024 campaign. Join Brock Sheridan for an update on these standout horses as they continue their banner year in top-tier competition.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Join Brock Sheridan for a recap of Florida connections to this years Preakness Stakes.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Neoequos by the numbers.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
FTBOA CEO Lonny Powell provides a Legislative Update on decoupling legislation (HB105/SB408) under consideration in the Florida House and Senate.
The Florida Horse Podcast E55
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
In episode 54, we sit down with Brandon and Diannah Perry to explore their history in the equine world and their dedication to giving back through charitable efforts.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
FTBOA CEO Lonny Powell describes the history of failed efforts to decouple live racing from gaming venues and underscores shifts in the 2025 initiative.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast Ep. 52: Saffie Joseph Jr. & Jena Antonucci Speak Out Against Decoupling and Its Impact on Racing's Future in Florida.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Join host Brock Sheridan for another exciting episode of The Florida Horse podcast, coming to you from the Horse Capital of the World Studios in Ocala, Florida.
In this episode, we take an in-depth look at the $1.2 million Florida Sire Stakes, an iconic six-race series at Gulfstream Park spotlighting 2-year-olds sired by registered Florida stallions. With a storied history featuring Eclipse Award winners like Unbridled, Brave Raj, Awesome Feather, Big Drama, and Smile, this series is a must-follow for racing enthusiasts.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
In episode 50 of the Florida Horse podcast, Tammy Gantt visits Sara Fennessy, Executive Director of Horse Farms Forever, to discuss the 2024 Conservation Summit.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcasts E49
Power of One More – Investing in Florida Thoroughbreds
CEO Lonny Powell and AVP Tammy Gantt discuss economic development and the role legislators, industry members, vendors, and tracks play to help advance the Florida Thoroughbred industry as partners in the investment model.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Join Florida Equine Communications Editor-In-Chief Brock Sheridan for a preview of the 2024 Florida Sires Stakes series.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast E47 - Peterson Smith Equine Hospital + Complete Care – Dr. Andrew Smith
This special edition of The Florida Horse podcast is brought to you by Peterson Smith Equine Hospital + Complete Care’s Dr. Andrew Smith, who talks about several of the clinic’s equine specializations that are valuable to maintaining equine athletes at the elite level, including diagnostic imaging, dynamic airway examinations, lameness, poor performance evaluation, and equine podiatry.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
This special edition of The Florida Horse podcast is brought to you by Peterson Smith Equine Hospital + Complete Care’s Dr. Marcos Perez with topics that are important to practitioners of elite equine athletes, including standing condylar surgery, bone cysts, and osteochondrosis (arthroscopy) (OCDs).
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
FTBOA CEO Lonny Powell shares his life in the industry and how those experiences impact his work and leadership model today.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast E44 - New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program. Erin MacDonald, an international three-day eventing rider with years of experience, restarts off-track Thoroughbreds in new careers via the New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program Florida facilities.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Join Brock Sheridan for a recap of the Ocala Breeders’ Sales Company’s 2024 June Two-Year-Olds in Training & Horses of Racing Age Sale .
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Florida-bred Gabaldon heads overseas to Royal Ascot.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
CEO Lonny Powell interviews FTBOA Lobbyist Jon Rees. They review recent legislative wins, acknowledge major Tallahassee supporters, and celebrate outgoing FTBOA Lobbyist Matt Bryan and his 30 years of service to the Florida Thoroughbred industry.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
AdventHeath Foundation's Amy Mangan joins host Tammy Gantt to share details of an exciting new initiative benefiting the health of equine farm workers in Marion County.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Tami Bobo, co-owner of Florida’s 2022 Horse of the Year Simplification, talks about why both Simplification and Gunnevera, standing at Pleasant Acres Stallions, are good matches for Florida breeders.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Marion County, Fla., Horse Capital of the World®
FTBOA’s Tammy A. Gantt and Steve Koch explore the economic impacts of the nation-leading Marion County, Florida, equine industry. Truly, the Horse Capital of the World®.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Equines are big business in Florida. FTBOA's Tammy A. Gantt and Steve Koch share all-new economic impact estimates for Florida horses, highlighting Florida Thoroughbreds.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Florida Equine Communications Editor-In-Chief Brock Sheridan interviews David O’Farrell of historic Ocala Stud about recent successes of progeny from their stallions standing in 2024.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Guest Juan Carlos Feijoó González, Hipismo.net journalist, shares the passion Latins have for the sport of horse racing and Latin connections to Florida with host Tammy A. Gantt.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Host Tammy A. Gantt talks about the market-based approach of the Retired Racehorse Project with Executive Director Kirsten Green that creates demand for Thoroughbreds going from a racing career to their next elite sport horse while serving the farms, trainers, and organizations that showcase their talents.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast - E33, 2024 Florida Breeding and Racing Incentives. FTBOA's Steve Koch, hosted by Tammy Gantt, describes the 66% increase in Florida-Bred Racing Incentives for 2024.
The Florida Horse Podcast - E33, 2024 Florida Breeding and Racing Incentives. FTBOA's Steve Koch, hosted by Tammy Gantt, describes the 66% increase in Florida-Bred Racing Incentives for 2024.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
In episode 32, Tammy Gantt joins Brent and Crystal Fernung of Journeyman Stud for a 2024 stallion preview.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Join FTBOA CEO/Executive VP Lonny Powell and Bernie Little, President of Horse Farms Forever for episode 31 of The Florida Horse Podcast. Learn more about the proposed RaceTrac truck stop within the Farmland Preservation Area.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
In this episode join Florida Equine Communications, Editor-In-Chief Brock Sheridan for a preview of the upcoming FTBOA Florida Sire Stakes races in December.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast - Episode 29 Horse Farms Forever
Sara Fennessy with Horse Farms Forever explains the mission of the organization and a call to action for Marion County land preservation.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
In episode 28 Brock Sheridan, Editor-In-Chief of Florida Equine Communications, and Steve Koch, FTBOA Assoc. VP, Operations discuss the all-new FTBOA.com website and Wire To Wire digital. Both products have been updated with all new exciting enhancements.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
Colin Brennan shares his journey and experience, from growing up in a large breeding operation in Central Florida to founding Colin Brennan Bloodstock in 2021.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast E26 - Dr. Saundra Tenbroeck, Associate Professor UF Animal Sciences - Part 2
This episode’s topics include. Artificial Intelligence and the equine industry, UF research projects for equines.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast E25 - This episode’s topics include: Getting to know UF Animal Sciences’ Dr. Tenbroeck, equine light research for mares, the importance of 4-H programs, Thoroughbreds in the civil war, the Thoroughbred Ten Broeck, how speed changes in horses vs. humans over time, and the American Horse Council Economic Impact Survey.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast is presented by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association. We are joined by Nick de Meric a top thoroughbred consignor in the nation and prominent member of the Florida Thoroughbred industry.
Marion County Public Schools, Florida
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast presented by The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association. This episode showcases the North Marion High School Equine Program in Marion County, FL and its impact on the Florida Thoroughbred industry with guest and recent program graduate Fianna Roberts-Squier.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Join Florida Equine Communications Editor-In-Chief, Brock Sheridan and FTBOA Assoc. VP, Operations, Steve Koch for a Florida-Bred purse incentives update.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast Episode 21 Marie Davidson, M.Ed., Associate Professor at CF Equine StudiesTammy Gantt joins Marie Davidson, M.Ed., Associate Professor to discuss the Equine Studies program at the College of Central Florida.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast, Episode 20. Join Lonny Powell, President/Executive VP of the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' & Owners' Association and FTBOA lobbyist, Matt Bryan of Smith Bryan & Myers for a discussion on the passing of HB 7063 and the $55 million of funding for the Florida Thoroughbred Industry.
Steve Koch, Executive Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt, Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan, Associate Producer
Lonny Powell, CEO/Publisher
Join Brock Sheridan, Editor-In-Chief of Florida Equine Communications for a look at the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' FTBOA Champions Awards. FTBOA recently honored the 2022 Florida Champions at the 75th Anniversary Champions Diamond Gala. In this podcast, we meet our winners and their connections. Enjoy part 2 of this series.
Join Brock Sheridan, Editor-In-Chief of Florida Equine Communications for a look at the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' FTBOA Champions Awards. FTBOA recently honored the 2022 Florida Champions at the 75th Anniversary
Champions Diamond Gala. In this podcast, we meet our winners and their connections. Part 1 of a 2 part series.
Join Tammy Gantt for a conversation with Annise Montplaisir – Executive Director, and Co-Founder of Amplify Horse Racing. The Amplify Horse Racing Mentorship Program pairs youth and young adults who are interested in pursuing a Thoroughbred industry career (Mentees) with experienced industry professionals who can offer guidance (Mentors).
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
Join Brock Sheridan, Editor-in-chief of Florida Equine Communications for a conversation with Christine Jones, Director of Stallion Services at Pleasant Acres Stallions.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association
The Florida Horse Podcast - Episode 15, Lynn Nobles Part 2
FTBOA's Tammy Gantt visits with Lynn Nobles, Marion County Extension Director, and Extension Agent III. Join us for part 2 of our conversation about UF/IFAS Extension programs.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association
UF IFAS Extension Marion County
FTBOA's Tammy Gantt visits with Lynn Nobles, Marion County Extension Director, and Extension Agent III. Join us for part 1 of our conversation about UF/IFAS ag extension programs.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
Join FTBAO's Tammy Gantt for a discussion with Mary Lightner, of Shooting Star Thoroughbreds. Learn more about the operations syndicate and the success of Florida-bred champion, Chance It, who is now standing at stud at Journeyman Stud in Ocala.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
FTBOA's Tammy Gantt visits with Dr. Krista L. Seltzer of Solera Farm located in Williston, FL. Join us for a discussion on Solera Farm its history and Florida-breeding operation.
The Florida Horse Podcast is brought to you by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Owners’ Association and The Florida Department of Agriculture.
Tammy Gantt, executive producer; co-executive producers Lonny Powell and Brock Sheridan; and Steve Koch show liaison and coordinator.
Brock Sheridan visits with Harlan Malter, owner of Bucchero.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
In this edition, we visit George Isaacs, President of the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association. George is the General Manager of Bridlewood Farm. We also discuss the Thoroughbred Walk of Fame project.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
Join FTBOA board member Laurine Fuller-Vargas for a discussion of the 6th Florida Thoroughbred Transformation Expo taking place December 9-11th, 2022 at the Florida Horse Park.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast, Episode 8 presented by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association. In this edition, we visit David O'Farrell of Ocala Stud.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
The Florida Horse Podcast, Episode 7. In this edition, we visit with Tod Wojciechowski, Director of Sales at Ocala Breeders' Sales Company.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
In this edition, we visit Bill and Alex Childs of CSLR Racing Partnership owners of Awesome Strong.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
Join Florida Equine Communications Editor-In-Chief Brock Sheridan for a look at the FTBOA Florida Sire Stakes Susan's Girl Division.
Steve Koch Show-Runner/Coordinator
Tammy A. Gantt Executive Producer
Brock Sheridan Associate Producer
Lonny Powell CEO/Publisher
A discussion about Florida Thoroughbred Charities with FTBOA President Valerie Dailey.
Brought to you by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Owners’ Association’s Tammy Gantt, executive producer; co-executive producers Lonny Powell and Brock Sheridan; and Steve Koch show liaison and coordinator.
Episode #3 - As a follow-up from episode #2, FTBOA's Tammy Gantt visits Brent and Crystal Fernung of Journeyman Stud once again to continue the conversation about the Florida Sire Stakes program.
Brought to you by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Owners’ Association’s Tammy Gantt, executive producer; co-executive producers Lonny Powell and Brock Sheridan; and Steve Koch show liaison and coordinator.
Episode #2 - FTBOA's Tammy Gantt visits Brent and Crystal Fernung of Journeyman Stud to discuss the Florida Sire Stakes program.
Brought to you by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Owners’ Association’s Tammy Gantt, executive producer; co-executive producers Lonny Powell and Brock Sheridan; and Steve Koch show liaison and coordinator.
Episode #1 - The life and legacy of Lonny T. Powell, FTBOA CEO and Executive VP. Lonny discusses his background, leadership, and the recent recognition of the American Horse Council Van Ness Award. Brought to you by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Owners’ Association’s Tammy Gantt, executive producer; co-executive producers Lonny Powell and Brock Sheridan; and Steve Koch show liaison and coordinator.