Idol Horse Podcast
Episodes
Silent Witness, Ka Ying Rising and the 17-Win Benchmark – Michael Cox with David Raphael
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Former Hong Kong racecaller David Raphael joins The Idol Horse Podcast to revisit one of the defining moments in Hong Kong racing history – Silent W...
Andrew Balding on York's 2025 Ebor Festival
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trainer Andrew Balding joins Andrew Le Jeune on the Idol Horse Podcast to discuss his chances in the big races at York and reflects on his career so f...
Justin Snaith, Eight On Eighteen's Durban July bid, and the future of South African racing
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
South African trainer Justin Snaith joins Andrew Le Jeune to discuss the upcoming G1 Durban July, and his heavily fancied colt Eight On Eighteen. Snai...
Charlie Johnston, Lazy Griff and the Irish Derby dilemma
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie Johnston joins the Idol Horse Podcast's Andrew Le Jeune to discuss fairytale colt Lazy Griff and the decision as to whether the Epsom Derby ru...
George Boughey, Royal Ascot and the journey from England to Australia and back again
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
George Boughey chats to Andrew Le Jeune about his preparations for the big races at Royal Ascot this week.
Callan Murray on Australia versus South Africa
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Callan Murray speaks to Andrew Le Jeune about his riding career and his recent triumphant return to South Africa.
Ger Lyons: Prestige doesn't pay the bills
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ger Lyons joins Andrew Le Jeune for a wide-ranging chat on racing, including discussion on training strategies and horse development, quality versus q...
Rob Heathcote: from Contiki tour guide to trainer
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Heathcote joins the Andrew Le Jeune to talk about his journey from Contiki tour guide to horse trainer and his veteran sprinter Rothfire.
Joseph O'Brien and the journey from jockey to trainer
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Irish trainer Joseph O'Brien chats with Idol Horse about his journey from jockey to trainer and what comes next.
Ben Hayes, Mr Brightside and Champions Day
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Popular Australian horse Mr Bightside is headed to Hong Kong for the G1 Champions Mile on April 27. Mr Brightside's co-trainer Ben Hayes joins Andrew ...
Tom Charlton on Australian versus UK racing
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Charlton chats to Andrew Le Jeune on his journey from UK to Australian racing and becoming co-trainer to John O'Shea.
William Buick on Pakistan Star, Rebel's Romance and riding for Godolphin
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Superstar jockey William Buick joins the Idol Horse Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation with Andrew Le Jeune, including his partnership with champ...
Cap Ferrat shocks in 2025 Derby, Hong Kong's 4YO crop analysed
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of the new Idol Horse Podcast, "News Desk", where each week host Andrew Le Jeune will chat with Idol Horse journalists ab...
Sean Tarry, Legend Of Arthur and the best days to go racing in South Africa
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
South African trainer Sean Tarry has won more than 70 G1 races. He speaks to the Idol Horse Podcast on all things South African racing, including mark...
Shaun Clotworthy and New Zealand Derby contender Willydoit
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand trainer Shaun Clotworthy joins the Idol Horse podcast to discuss his journey in horse training, the partnership with his wife Emma, and th...
Tom Dabernig versus the mega stables
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Dabernig has had a fascinating journey in horse racing. The grandson of Australian horse training legend Colin Hayes and nephew of David and Peter...
Luke Ferraris on South African origins, Hong Kong goals and Classic Mile winner My Wish
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Luke Ferraris, a rising star in Hong Kong racing, shares his journey from the South African Jockeys Academy to becoming a successful ...
Michael Roberts, See It Again in the Cape Met and Transition To Training
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Legendary South African jockey and now a successful trainer Michael Roberts reflects on his illustrious career, the transition from riding to training...
Zac Purton and 1813 wins, Douglas Whyte and Ka Ying Rising
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zac Purton reflects on his illustrious career in Hong Kong. He shares insights into the 'cutthroat' nature of the racing scene, the evolution of local...
The state of South African Racing with Alistair Cohen
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Le Jeune catches up with Alistar Cohen to talk all things South African racing. They discuss the current state of South African horse racing, ...
South American racing with Ricardo Ravagnani
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is the state of South American horse racing? We catch up with Brazilian racing journalist and Chief Handicapping Representative for South America...
Australian HKIR Raider Antino's Hong Kong Owner Jeetu Ramchandani
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the excitement of the Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) week builds we catch up with Hong Kong Mile contender Antino's Hong Kong-based owner Jee...
David Hayes on Ka Ying Rising, Derby decisions and The Everest
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trainer David Hayes has the most exciting prospect in Hong Kong racing: Ka Ying Rising will be favourite in the Hong Kong Sprint on December 8, but wh...
HKIR preview with David Morgan and Andrew Hawkins
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Hong Kong International Races are nearly here and the Idol Horse team is right across all four races. Andrew Le Jeune, David Morgan and Andrew Ha...
Richard Freedman, the Cup and the rise of the mega stables
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Le Jeune speaks with trainer Richard Freedman about the Melbourne Cup, the importance of vet protocols and the rise of the mega stable. Freedma...
Brett Prebble, retirement and his rivalry with Douglas Whyte
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging conversation, legendary jockey Brett Prebble shares insights from his illustrious career, including his transition to a media role, t...
Oisin Murphy on Breeders' Cup, a fourth title and (dropped) whips
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Idol Horse Podcast, host Andrew Le Jeune speaks with jockey Oisin Murphy about his recent successes, including his fourth Bri...
Geoff Allendorf's promise and the day he nearly beat Kingston Town
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Racing in Macau stopped six months ago but former trainer Geoff Allendorf still goes to the stables every morning, just like he has since childhood, t...
Mark Newnham, New South Wales racing, the whip and the 'eccentric genius' of Gai Waterhouse
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When it was announced that Mark Newnham would be headed to Hong Kong at age 55 he was adamant it was a 'one way ticket' and he would train there until...
Andrew Rule and Cameron Williams, "A Horse Named Winx"
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A conversation with Andrew Rule, an accomplished crime author and investigative journalist, covers his passion for horse racing and his involvement in...
David Eustace, ‘Patience’, ‘Process’, ‘Progress'
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Eustace faces a daunting task ahead of his first season in Hong Kong. He speaks to Andrew Le Jeune about his plans for the 2024/25 season, why h...
Welcome to Idol Horse Podcast
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Idol Horse tackles the biggest events on the world horse racing calendar. Expect to hear interviews from the biggest names in the sport and insight, b...