Jamie goes One on One with legendary racing writer Steve Haskin for an intimate, story-filled ride from Brooklyn street kid to Hall of Fame journalist, sharing how a chance break, a supportive family, and a filly named Mandy’s Grace led all the way to the Kentucky Derby. Along the way, he opens up with unforgettable behind-the-scenes tales of Secretariat, Seattle Slew, Cigar, Afleet Alex, Rachel Alexandra, and Zenyatta that every racing fan will love. Listen in….
HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3951 – Show Notes and Links:
- Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the Geek
- Jamie and Glenn’s Amazon Store
- Title Sponsor: Kentucky Performance Products
- Picture Credit: Steve Haskin
- Guest: Steve Haskin | Secretariat.com | Facebook | Photography
- Additional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like You
Timestamps:
- 01:49 – Steve Haskin introduction
- 02:26 – Joan, Mandy & family life
- 07:12 – From Wall Street to racing
- 12:31 – Morning Telegraph break
- 15:30 – Father’s influence & “right place”
- 17:00 – Mucho Macho Man & Reeves
- 18:35 – Fighting for Smarty’s Hall spot
- 21:21 – Mandy’s Grace & Pavlovian
- 25:47 – Betting philosophy & gut feelings
- 33:25 – Horse rapid-fire setup
- 33:36 – Secretariat & the famous photo
- 40:00 – Seattle Slew, Afleet Alex, Cigar, Rachel & Zenyatta
- 55:34 – Closing plugs & sign-off