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OTTB on Tap
OTTB on Tap is a podcast focused on all aspects of Off Track Thoroughbreds. Hosted by Emily Kocubinski and Niamh O'Connell, the podcast explores the care, retraining, and experiences of OTTBs after their racing careers. The show features special series like the 'RRP Trainer Chronicles,' highlighting trainers preparing horses for the Retired Racehorse Project, and 'OTTB Underdogs,' sharing stories of horses overcoming the odds.
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April 3, 2025
OTTB Training Diaries, March Edition: From Controversy to Connection - Clinics & Communicators (Sneak Peek!)
In this March recap from the OTTB Training Diaries, Niamh gets honest about a clinic experience with a big-name trainer that didn’t quite live up to the hype. But that wasn’t the only unexpected moment—this episode also dives...
March 28, 2025
S2 E18: 4,400 OTTBs Rehomed and Counting! Turning For Home’s Partner Farm Model & the Future of Aftercare
We’re back with Danielle Montgomery for Part 2 of our deep dive into Turning For Home , one of the most effective and scalable Thoroughbred aftercare programs in the country. In this episode, we focus on what makes their appr...
March 27, 2025
S2 E17: How Turning For Home & the PTHA Transformed Thoroughbred Aftercare at Parx Racing
In this powerful first installment of our two-part interview with Danielle Montgomery, we explore the groundbreaking work of Turning For Home , a Thoroughbred aftercare program launched by the Pennsylvania Thoroughbred Horsem...
March 20, 2025
OTTB on Tap Evaluates Vol 5: A Study in Grey - Arazi's Honor, Zephyrine & Independent George
We’re back with another round of OTTB on Tap Evaluates , and this time, it’s all about the greys! In this teaser episode, we kick things off by revisiting our evaluations from Vol 4 , sharing listener feedback, and revealing ...
March 13, 2025
S2 E16: Recycled Racehorse Falconry - Merging OTTB Retraining with the Art of Falconry
What do off-the-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) and birds of prey have in common? More than you might think! In this episode of OTTB on Tap , Niamh sits down with Martin Whitley of the Recycled Racehorse Falconry Team , a one-of-...
March 5, 2025
OTTB Training Diaries – February Recap: From Meltdowns to Milestones (Preview!)
February was full of big moments for Oscar—some great, some… a little dramatic. From tackling group lessons and finally settling on a saddle to his first canter and a confidence-boosting obstacle course challenge, his progres...
Feb. 28, 2025
S2 E15: Pre-Purchase Exams for OTTBs: Myths, Must-Knows & Mistakes to Avoid with Dr. Ashley Taylor (Part 2)
Thinking about buying an OTTB? A pre-purchase exam (PPE) for an off-track Thoroughbred can feel overwhelming, but understanding how to interpret vet findings is key to making an informed decision. In Part 2 of our conversatio...
Feb. 27, 2025
S2 E14: OTTBs in Motion: Rehab, Resilience & Recovery with Dr. Ashley Taylor (Part 1)
What does it take to successfully transition an OTTB from the track to a second career? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ashley Taylor, an equine sports medicine veterinarian, owner of Twin Ponds Farm and co-owner of Spo...
Feb. 20, 2025
Sneak Peek: OTTB on Tap Evaluates Vol. 4: From Lightly Raced to Warhorses—Exploring Pedigree & Potential
We’re back with another round of OTTB on Tap Evaluates ! In this sneak peek of Volume 4 , we introduce three OTTBs, including two warhorses with impressive race records , and break down their pedigrees and post-track potentia...
Feb. 13, 2025
S2 E13: OTTB Aftercare Spotlight: How Mareworthy is Changing the Narrative for Retired Broodmares
What happens to Thoroughbred broodmares when their breeding careers end? Too often, these mares are overlooked in the aftercare conversation, but Mareworthy Charities is working to change that. Founded by Kyle Rothfus, Marewo...
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