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