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Rail Talk Episode 100: ‘Live’ From Saratoga

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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Aug 8

it’s Episode 100, and @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social are on scene from the center of the racing world, @FasigTiptonCo at Saratoga!
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Rail Talk Episode 99: CAW-se for Outrage

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jul 30

The boys @jonathangreen.bsky.social & @joebianca.bsky.social are knocking on the doors of their milestone 100th episode with discussions on CAW groups, and welcome NTA Executive Director @PatCummingsNTA to break it down.
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Rail Talk Episode 98: What Are the Odds?

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jul 23

Guest host Sam Perry joins @joebianca.bsky.social
talking the Haskell, the numbers at Monmouth, and look forward to a tantalizing renewal of the Jim Dandy. Later, they’re joined by NYRTCA executive director Rev. Humberto Chavez
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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jul 3

Dazzle D’Oro is the EPIC Performance of the week. Hosts @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social talk his EPIC debut and win at @ChurchillDowns. Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jul 2

Hosts @jonathangreen.bsky.social and @joebianca.bsky.social fire up the take cannon and react to a star-laden Stephen Foster day at @Churchilldowns. Where does Mindframe rank in the older horse division coming off of consecutive Grade I wins? Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Weekend Races

Rail Talk Episode 95: Mindframe & The Music Man

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jul 2

This week @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social react to a star-laden Stephen Foster day at Churchill. Later, the boys welcome @morplayracing.bsky.social & Rich Music founder Rich Mendez to talk all about his passion for racing, the music business, and more.
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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jun 13

Hosts @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social analyze the star-studded undercard races, featuring breakout performances by Nitrogen and more. Full episode on RailTalkMedia.com

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Belmont Stakes Week

US & Canada Hall of Fame Trainer Mark Casse

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jun 13

The boys @jonathangreen.bsky.social and @joebianca.bsky.social welcome Mark Casse coming off an incredible weekend of stakes success to join the show to discuss all the monsters in his shedrow, and more. Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jun 12

Natalie Voss is this EPIC Insurance Brokers EPIC Performance of the week. Hosts @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social talk Natalie’s impactful work as the Editor in Chief and more. Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Sovereignty Wins Belmont Stakes

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jun 12

Hosts @jonathangreen.bsky.social and @joebianca.bsky.social react to a tremendous Triple Crown season as Sovereignty and Journalism put on a show at the Spa and more. Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Rail Talk Episode 93: Dynamic Duo Lights Up Belmont

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jun 11

This week on Rail Talk @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social wrap up a tremendous Triple Crown season and welcome Mark Casse, coming off an incredible weekend of stakes success to discuss all the monsters in his shedrow, and more.
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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jun 4

The boys @jonathangreen.bsky.social and @joebianca.bsky.social tackle a stacked two days featuring nine total Grade I’s, and wonder whether the popular Sandman’s absence will have any effect on the race’s ratings or handle. Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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The Sandman Effect

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jun 4

2024 Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan takes home @LEMBstables’ @EPIC_Insurance EPIC Performance of the week. Hosts @JoeBiancaWPT and @JonGreen2022 talk Mystik Dan and his win with an honorable mention of Nysos. Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jun 4

Hosts @jonathangreen.bsky.social and @joebianca.bsky.social are buzzing about Belmont Stakes week at Saratoga, as the Derby 1-2-3 reconvene at the Spa in what could be a classic renewal on the greatest stage in racing. Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com

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Belmont Stakes

Rail Talk Episode 92: New York New York & The Research Dept.

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · Jun 4

This week on Rail Talk @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social are back at their mics, refreshed from a week away and buzzing about Belmont Stakes week at Saratoga. The boys celebrate more good news for New York racing, new penny breakage rules, and more.
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Christophe Clement 1965-2025

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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 28

No show this week, but @joebianca.bsky.social wanted to say a few words about the remarkable life and career of Christophe Clement. Sending love and condolences to his family, friends and team.
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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 22

Hosts @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social talk the 2YO sales gallop only mandate during the last show of the breeze show. Full episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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2YO Sales Gallop Only

Multiple Breeders’ Cup-Winning Jockey and Expert Riding Analyst Rajiv Maragh

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 22

The boys @jonathangreen.bsky.social and @joebianca.bsky.social welcome multiple Breeders’ Cup-winning jockey and expert riding analyst Rajiv Maragh Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Journalism Wins 150th Preakness

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 21

Hosts and partial owners @JonGreen2022 and @JoeBiancaWPT (via @WestPointTbreds) talk Sandman’s Preakness third-place run, how Pimlico held up in the final Preakness day at Old Hilltop, and more. Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 21

No surprise here, EPIC Insurance EPIC Performance of the week goes to the Journalism for his win in the #150Preakness. Hosts @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social talk Journalism and his victory. Full Episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Rail Talk Episode 91: Journalism Won’t Be Denied

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 21

This week on Rail Talk @joebianca.bsky.social and @jonathangreen.bsky.social are back from #150Preakness and welcome multiple Breeders’ Cup-winning jockey and expert riding analyst Rajiv Maragh
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Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 14

Hosts and partial owners @JonGreen2022 and @JoeBiancaWPT (via @WestPointTbreds) talk Sandman’s Preakness Pivot. Full episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Sandman in the Preakness

NBC Sports Reporter Britney Eurton

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 14

Hosts @jonathangreen.bsky.social and @joebianca.bsky.social dive into the field with star NBC Sports racing host/reporter @BritneyEurton. She gives her take on the present and future of racing in her home state of California and more. Full episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Handicapping the Derby Cards w/Jim Politano

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 1

Breakaway Host @JoeBiancaWPT and @PolitanoJim put together multi-race tickets for the loaded Kentucky Derby. Full episode on RailTalkMedia.com
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Handicapping the Oaks Cards w/Jim Politano

Rail Talk Podcast @railtalk.bsky.social · May 1

On Breakaway Rail Talk. @JoeBiancaWPT and @PolitanoJim hammer out late all-stakes Pick5’s for Friday and Saturday as well as a two-day Pick 6 ticket with $500 to spend on each venture.
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