The Races WA Podcast

We’re Back At Belmont - And How Good Does it Look? Our Favourite William Pike Memory, Best Bakeries On The Way To The Races? What’s Your Raceday Superstition? Getting To Know Alyssa Williamson.

It was a week full of feel good stories this week, including Sam Faithfull's first Saturday metro win and Paula Wagg and Holly Nottle combining, the trail blazer and the new superstar. We honour retiring rider Craig Staples and talk about his contributions to racing, on and off the track. We chat about the Goodwood Handicap on Saturday where unfortunately it didn't go to plan, to varying degrees, for our WA contenders. Britt tells another story about the racing community pulling together. An extensive "That's Stiff" segment this week featuring stingrays and broken tab machines. Al chats the opening Port Hedland meeting as a former champion rider has a bit of luck with ownership. We revisit last weeks two social posts, including picking out favourite pets from the "stable pets" post. Getting To Know Ashleigh Woollett.

We also have the latest news on Mitch Pateman’s talented three-year-olds Bassett Hound and Ourgirlcanrun, ex-Quokka winner Jokers Grin and the Williams team star Western Empire. Loch came up with a very unique idea for an engagement present on the weekend. The team look ahead to the Goodwood Hcp in Adelaide, a race with strong WA representation. On the back of a remarkable Kentucky Derby, we ask, what are the greatest come from behind victories? Britt has ANOTHER story of Mistaken Identity from the Taylor stable, this time it’s a winning pacer!?

Brazilian Champion Manoel Nunes Talks Vaqejada, The Best Jockey He’s Ridden Against And How He Found His Way To WA - We Review The Quokka Song Post And Britt & Loch Make Their Suggestions - Two Horses, Two Stables & A Case Of Mistake Identity.

The team wrap up a huge three days of the Western Trilogy. We have the crowd numbers, ticket figures and all the numbers from Quokka day at Ascot.  How many attended? How did Jigsaw's win rate compared to Jokers Grin & Overpass? How much of an impact did Bloggsy have and what was his most viewed video? Afireofgidgeecoals burns punters in the Karrakatta....and the win left Al wondering whether he had won or lost.. Latest news on Talkanco, Jokers Grin, Striking Alibi and more! We compare Al's Mock Call with Macca's! The back and forth between Lochie and Scott continues as Scott lands another jab. There was a jockey named what at Queanbeyan yesterday?      

The best racing content creator in the business, BLOGGSY, is in Perth & his first port of call is to join us on the Races WA Podcast. Find out about his time in Victoria, his journey as a content creator, what his plans are in WA and importantly we ask, who should he support in the Western Derby? It’s finally here, Quokka week has arrived, the team goes through the 13 horse field runner by runner. We also dissect the Karrakatta with the barrier draw throwing a spanner in the works! It was a Holly, Lucy and Pikey kind of week! They feature prominently in our weekly wins segment and one young hoop makes it into the That’s Stiff after a string of feature race placings.

Loch is back after last week’s Golf Day, find out how he fared. We zero in on the Quokka and Karrakatta and forecast who will fill the currently vacant spots in the two respective fields. It’s been a career week for Lucy Fiore, 8 winners in 5 days including four feature races.  We have “Back Pike Drink What You Like,” and Britt believes it’s time we came up with a chant for Lucy.  She gave A.I the task of coming up with the best chant possible and, well, let’s just say Al & Loch are keen to get the public involved before we annoint one. Sheza Alibi produced one of the greatest wins in Doncaster Handicap history on Saturday and trainer Peter Moody has revealed she’ll avoid a Cox Plate and Autumn Glow in the spring.  The team debate whether a meeting between the two superstars should be pursued by respective connections given how big a spectacle it’d be for the sport. Champion rider Tommy Berry joins the podcast for a must-listen to chat.  He relives his time spent in WA with his brother Nathan, telling a hilarious tale about the time Nathan was summoned to the stewards room. He also spoke of his time with the Granthams, Taylors and Robyn Lockwood before chatting the ride on Caballus in the Quokka. The crew also chat Ka Ying Rising, Mack Hall, Phillip Mcleod, Peter Gunn and much more! Tune in.

Trainer of Jigsaw, who was confirmed as a Quokka runner last week, Cindy Alderson joins the podcast to chat her journey with Jigsaw and answer our questions in Getting To Know. We discuss the Quokka and give you the latest news and who is likely to fill the remaining slots. Al has compiled a Great Autumn Racing Quiz and he pits Michael and Brittany against one another. We chat Pride of Jenni v Light Infantry Man and the news that Calandagan might be making his way to the Cox Plate. Stranded in Exmouth, Scott Embry joins the show to get his own back after Lochie’s “nerd” claims last week.

There are eight Quokka slots still to be filled and Saturday gave us a clearer idea on who might be taking their spot in WA’s richest race.  We go through the current field, who may make their way over from the east and which WA horses are likely to feature. Al has the latest on some stars from the Morton stable and gives us some news on plans for All On Red, Royal Toronado and Repossession. Two trainers scored their first winners this week, one hoop brought up a century of victories and there were emotional scenes at Albany on Thursday after a long time maiden broke through. Aurum Belle dominated a classy lineup in the Supremacy Stakes on Saturday so how has that affected the boys 2YO Power Rankings. We are joined by Casey Rose for Getting To Know after her first winner with Traded My Shoes at Albany on Thursday.

Lochie’s back and after he created a bit of a social storm last week with a food review… It was a big week for the apprentices, with Holly Nottle scoring her 100th riding success, Natika Riordan dominating in the Territory and Sharni Webster scoring an emotional return win. Al talks about the cancellation of the Pingrup races and Loch has an NRL fan pegged as being very stiff. Top trainer Robbie Griffiths joins the podcast to chat his star sprinter Rey Magnerio Quokka preparations. Robbie also answered some quickfire questions about Rey, including how he got his name and gave a heartfelt shout out to close mate Simon Miller.

On today's episode we have an exclusive announcement as the fourth Quokka runner will be revealed. Michael, Lochie and Alex reveal their two-year-old power rankings as Karrakatta nominations are released. It was a bit week for Oh That's Stiff with a couple of riders making long trips for no reward... or in their case no ride. We reveal the map for the Casey two-year-olds as their promising juveniles get set to return to the track. Getting To Know the racing manager at Morton Racing, BJ Ryan.

Tess & Michael join the podcast as Britt and Lochie go international. The Quokka build-up is officially underway as Luana Miss and Rey Magnerio are locked in for slots.   Tess chats Esperance Cup day, Tash Faithfull’s remarkable week, the Kojonup races and gives us her story about Makybe Diva from her schooling days in Carnarvon. Back It Or Sack It Returns - Is there a spot for 800m and 900m racing in WA? We look at the country racing map and what's to come over the next few weeks.

We discuss last week’s record-breaking Magic Millions Perth Sale, breaking down some of the stats and figures from the two-day event. What a two days it was! Have we unveiled a new star on the mic? And we also saw another clip go viral! Al has put four stables together, we want to know which group of four you’d take for the remainder of 2026. Which WA bookmaker is heading to the biggest jumps festival in the world? Julie Godfrey, secretary and treasurer of the Lark Hill Race Club, joins the show to discuss the upcoming April meeting.

It's Sales week, the team look ahead to tomorrow's Magic Millions Sale & reflect on Saturday's rich raceday. Britt posed the question to vendors ahead of the sale, what would you be prepared to do if your top lot doesn't win a race? Britt also has a brilliant story about a recent Sky Ballinger purchase. We get updates on some of the headline acts from the Dion Luciani, Stefan Vahala and Michael Grantham stables, including finding out Dion's plans with the untapped Hot and High. There was a stack of weekly wins this week, including first winners, returning winners or milestone successes. We have a new all-time leader when it comes to money earned through the Westspeed Bonus scheme. We get to know Greg Kersley.

Al Returns following after having a daughter and he’s got a bone to pick with Lochie.  Michael also gave Al some advice about being a father of two, what did Al think of it? RWWA Jockey Coach Peter Hall joins the podcast to exclusively reveal who will compete in the NARS for WA in 2026. Almighty Class delivered a case for a Quokka slot with a barnstorming win in Saturday’s Cyril Flower Stakes. It’s Magic Millions Raceday week, Britt runs through the purchase prices for the runners in Saturday’s 2yo & 3yo events.

This week we dive into Michael’s Meta and the stats behind it, acknowledge the massive turnout for Mr Web’s celebration of life, and preview Magic Millions — who’s going, why, and the jockeys involved. We celebrate a feel-good win for the Daly family and Touretto, touch on Perth Racing Carnival figures, and an inspiring story of a horse rescued from a fire and going on to race and place second the very same day.

Michael returns to the podcast with Alex welcoming his new baby girl, Sienna Grace! Brittany is back from Karaka and loves the fast paced 6 races of the meeting. Could our Magic Millions be like that? The team celebrate the achievements of Mr Fred Kersley after he was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for his services to racing. Plenty of weekly wins! Mack Hall made some punters happy on Racing WA TV. Cassey Martinan became the latest apprentice to earn her ticket to ride on a Saturday. Splintex sired his first winner just before the sales! Plus more. John Popescu’s celebration of his maiden winner gets attention in the Races WA Podcast medal. Plus we follow the viral 2016 trend but racing style. Can the boys remember who won the big races a decade ago?

The team pay tribute to the greatest gentleman of WA racing, Colin Webster after his passing on Sunday reflecting on their favourite memories of Mr Web.

The team pay tribute to the greatest gentleman of WA racing, Colin Webster after his passing on Sunday reflecting on their favourite memories of Mr Web. They look at the numbers from the Gold Coast Magic Millions sale. What WA buyers were active? You’ll hear the story of how Justin Warwick nearly missed out on Sheza Belter when he bought the wrong lot number. New segment ohh that’s stiff is gaining momentum with trainers putting in nominations. 2 words - Bassett Hound! On the flip side, plenty of feel good moments including Sam and Tash Faithful’s Mount Barker Sprint victory. The team compare Taj Dyson and Victoria Corver’s race day preparation. For one of them it includes dumplings…and it’s not Taj’s! Is the David Page trained quaddie enough for the 3 votes in the medal?  And Holly Watson’s dogs did what?

We get to know rider Lisa Staples, fresh off her strong start to 2026.

We bring you a heap of the latest breaking racing news, including big plans for Placid Ark winner Luana Miss, the latest on London’s Image and Machine Gun Gracie and an update on apprentice Sharni Webster. With Jokers Grin headed to Chris Waller’s stable, we talk about the move and whether it’s a positive that so many of Australia’s elite horses are in a select few stables. Britt’s introduced a new segment, That’s Stiff, who has fortune not favoured in the WA racing industry this week? Weekly Win & A Positive Spin, who have things gone right for this week? The team speak about the coming together of the racing community amidst the catastrophic and tragic fires in Victoria last week. Loch and Rylie’s Freo jab and who should be number 1 in Racing.com Top 25 racehorses of the 21st century list? And we get to know rider Lisa Staples, fresh off her strong start to 2026.

Getting to know one of Esperance’s most in form hoops, Wayne Wheatley.

We bring you some big news surrounding WA Guineas runner-up Heeza Phoenix as well as an update on the path forward for exciting weekend winner Vatican Storm. We look back on Perth Cup Day and Britt asks the questions, is New Years Day the ideal placement? Madhi Girl enhanced her resume with a blistering win in the Summer Scorcher and Simon Miller had a brilliant story to tell regarding the mare’s ownership. Lochie tells you how to access the two new Saturday racing preview shows. We have a country racing update for you and get to know one of Esperance’s most in form hoops, Wayne Wheatley.

Getting To Know Albany trainer Samantha Faithfull, and the proud mum behind successful jockey Tash Faithfull!

For the 2nd week in a row, Lochie made an appearance as a racecaller! Ahead of the Perth Cup, we take a dive into the stats and trends that could potentially help to determine the winner. Al’s created a cup headline for each horse, but he’s missed one and the team wants your help. We look back on the year that was, find out what our most downloaded episodes and Getting To Know’s were and give a 2025 highlight. Back it or Sack it returns and we ask, is the festive season racing calendar optimized? Getting To Know Albany trainer Samantha Faithfull.

Getting To Know JD Hayes as the Hayes brothers pursue Perth Cup success with Apulia.

Perth Cup Latest - Who’s Going And Who’s Not? Budding WA Racecaller…...Lochie Taylor? Big News Regarding Champion Jockey Paul Harvey, Getting To Know JD Hayes

Getting To Know Rey Magnerio’s Handler And Griffiths Stable Foreman Reid Balfour, off the back of their success in The Gold Rush!

Post the Pinnacles we’ve got all the latest news on the carnival stars - Cosmic Crusader, Overpass, Watch Me Rock, Storyville, Smooth Chino and more. Hear about Britt’s trip to Hong Kong including the... love tour? We wrap up Saturday’s show and give our highlights of a memorable Pinnacles carnival. The Pinnacles Medal final standings as two giants of the WA turf come to the fore. Back It Or Sack It - Overpass’ performance of winning 2 Quokkas and 2 Winterbottom’s is the greatest sprinting feat we’ve seen in WA? Getting To Know Rey Magnerio’s Handler and Griffiths Stable Foreman Reid Balfour.

Getting To Know Kellie Grantham off the back of a memorable weekend for the family, with Cosmic Crusader claiming Group 1 status in the Northerly Stakes. 

Cosmic Crusader was brilliant in claiming his first Group 1, we dissect Saturday’s Northerly Stakes. What does the Perth Cup picture look like? The Pinnacles medal will be resulted this Saturday and it’s neck-and-neck in both the jockey and trainer counts. Back It Or Sack It returns – is cosmic crusader the state’s best horse? Getting To Know Kellie Grantham.

Getting To Know Morton Racing's own Jolene McVeigh, as the team look to add a Group 1 Northerly Stakes to King Of Light's impressive CV.

It was the halfway point of the Pinnacles on Saturday as the carnivals biggest sprint race, the Winterbottom Stakes was run. The team share their thoughts, Lochie reveals the mood on track on Saturday and Al talks the aftermath of the race. It was a hairy few hours for the Taylor family on Friday as fire engulfed the family farm, luckily there was no major harm and Britt and Loch speak about the ordeal and praised the industry for their assistance. The weekly winner of the tipping compeition, Dene Putland (aka Vast Art) joins the podcast. Al puts Britt and Loch under the microscpe with some testing Back It Or Sack It questions. The Races WA Podcast Medal voting, who will grab the 3 votes? Getting To Know Jolene McVeigh.  

It was a Getting To Know to remember with Dion Luciani this week.

It was a day to remember at Ascot on Saturday, and Loch, Britt and Alex cover the day that was. We go through the Racing And Sports Ratings from Saturday and it’s ominous for King Of Light’s Northerly rivals. Al puts Britt and Loch to the test in Back it or Sack it. Britt’s Barriers returns before she pits Winterbottom rivals against each other get’s Al and Loch’s opinions. Races WA Podcast Tipping Competition update as Petewillo SIMPLY brains them in week 6. There are a stack of candidates for the Races WA Podcast Medal this week, but can Williams Racing be knocked off for top votes? And it was a Getting To Know to remember with Dion Luciani this week.

Al's Algorithm returns for this year's Railway Stakes.

We comment on the closure of TABRadio and Sunday's send off. Donga's big day - Shaun O'Donnell bounces back out to his best form with a scintillating display on day one of the Pinnacles. East Coast horses arrive, who was on the plane? Britt has put a line through a Winterbottom champion, find out why? Jokers Grin set tongues wagging on Saturday, find out exactly what the experts thought.  Huge figures out of Melbourne Cup week which screams positivity for racing.  Back it or sack it returns and Al asks the Taylor's to predict where Jokers Grin will rank when it's all said and done. Al's Algorithm returns for this year's Railway Stakes.

Trainer of Placid Ark, Wally Mitchell, joins us to relive the glorious career of the champion sprinter ahead of the Placid Ark Stakes on Saturday.

Britt talks about Champions Day and the horrid conditions punters faced.  Al also owes Britt a thank you after her vital intervention on Saturday.  Britt also raises a discussion point after Tentyris’ scratching and has she convinced a Melbourne Cup carnival sensation to head west? It’s Pinnacles eve and there is news aplenty, we run through it all. Tipping competition winner Sam Whyte joins us after his win, detailing how he found Sky Duke. Loch and Michael make some big calls in Back it Or Sack It, including Loch predicting a WA champ to defy history in the Railway. Will Dan Morton get the 3 votes in the Races WA Podcast medal after his feature double on Saturday? Trainer of Placid Ark, Wally Mitchell, joins us to relive the glorious career of the champion sprinter ahead of the Placid Ark Stakes on Saturday.

Getting To Know Lifetime Service Award Winner Alan Smith

Britt joins us following a massive few days of racing in Melbourne.  She talks her Melbourne Cup day experience and the positive impact on racing Half Yours' triumph will have. Britt also speaks of the vital role Kick Up For Racing have been playing this spring carnival.  We then chat about the Call of the Card in Melbourne, revisit "racing's best pickup lines" and discuss Britt's absence from the tipping competition this week. Rylie and Lochie play back it or sack it again, discussing points such as who is a biggest fish to land for the spring carnival - jockeys or horses - and have the three-year-olds been the star of the Ascot season so far? We review a big few days of racing as the look of our Pinnacles carnival begins to take shape from a local perspective. Getting To Know CRA Lifetime Service Award recipient Alan Smith.

Getting To Know Joshua Krispyn 

What's the best pick up line using a racehorse's name?

Hear from Big Red after he called them home in the first at Collie on Saturday. The Irish took over Ascot and an Irish rider had a career day. Back It Or Sack It returns – find out if they boys think Cosmic Crusader will announce himself as the states best horse and whether the Winterbottom and Gold Rush will be the highest quality race in Perth this century. Britt chats Cox Plate day and the Via Sistina moment that wowed her, Bruce McAvaney’s speech at the Chairmans dinner, The Golden Mingle in Sydney and looks ahead to Melbourne Cup day. Getting To Know Joshua Krispyn.

We get to know tipping winner Melissa Peters, daughter of Bob and Sandra Peters and a vital part of Peter’s Investments.

How good is this current crop of three-year-olds and how does it measure up with recent years? It was a memorable day last Thursday for Tessa and Al as their horse Lathams Wish scored, giving Al his first win as an owner. In a tale of determination, guts and fight, hear about Prophet And Power’s path. Britt joins us live from a 500-strong ladies event at Moonee Valley. She talks the Everest, So You Think, So Brave, the Cox Plate and Casino Seventeen before revealing why she was seen putting the pads on in the cricket nets. We get to know tipping winner Melissa Peters, daughter of Bob and Sandra Peters and a vital part of Peter’s Investments.

Britt Joins Us From Sydney And She’s Put Matt Hill To Task!

Fresh Off Attending The Pearce Racing’s Owners Day – STEAK SANGA KING CRAFTERNOONS JOINS US IN STUDIO!

Ben, or Crafternoons as he's known as on instagram, drops by the studio to chat his instagram page, steak sanga's, pubs and his time at Ascot for the Pearce Racing owners day. Ben is also our Getting To Know guest this week. Week One winner of the Races WA Podcast tipping competition, Delene, joins us to discuss how she nabbed four winners, inclduing Bruce Almighty. Britt joins us from Sydney to talk the Ka Ying Rising saga, Everest day and she set Australia's premier race caller a unique task this week. We dissect Ascot opening day, talk the highlights and also analyse some of the subpar performances on the card. We run through the Pinnacles markets after nominations were released yesterday.  

Getting To Know Aaron Mitchell