The Good Life Podcast

The Breeders’ Cup conversation continues on The Good Life Podcast, coming to you from Keeneland with three outstanding guests: Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott, multiple Breeders’ Cup-winning trainer Brad Cox, and rising star Will Walden. From the emotional story of Cody’s Wish to the decisions behind this year’s Breeders’ Cup Classic contenders, the team shares insights into the horses, people, and experiences that make Thoroughbred racing so special.
Bill Mott reflects on his remarkable career and explains his Breeders’ Cup Classic decisions. Brad Cox discusses his rise through the ranks, the horses who helped define his career, and the promising young talent in his barn. Will Walden takes us back to the early days of his training operation, sharing the challenges, relationships, and faith that helped build it. It’s an inside look at the sport from three trainers with unique perspectives and plenty of stories to tell.
IN THIS EPISODE:
0:00 Welcome to our Breeders' Cup Edition - Episode 2
0:43 The unforgettable story of Cody’s Wish
5:56 Bill Mott’s first year as a trainer...1973!!
10:17 Competing against his son, Riley
12:49 Mott’s Breeders’ Cup Classic decisions
17:11 Brad Cox’s Breeders’ Cup contenders
21:13 Brad Cox’s journey to the top
25:03 The horses who changed Cox’s career
28:38 Will Walden's Breeders' Cup contenders
29:50 Rhetorical’s Keeneland connection
34:31 Walden on building an operation from scratch
39:25 Faith and teamwork in racing
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Presented by Keeneland and Denali Stud.

On this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we explore lessons in humility shared by Aidan O’Brien, and discover how José Ortiz’s deep horsemanship extends far beyond the racetrack. It's Breeders’ Cup week, and we’re coming to you from the historic Keeneland Racecourse for conversations about the people, passions, and perspectives that shape our lives.

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00:00 - TGL Podcast: Breeders’ Cup Edition - Part 1
00:39 - WinStar Spotlight: American History
02:56 - José Ortiz Joins the Show
05:02 - Golden Tempo’s Development Since Derby
06:29 - José Ortiz: A Horseman Beyond the Racetrack
08:58 - Coach Pope’s Progress & BC Outlook
16:02 - José gives us an update on Irad
16:50 - Aidan O’Brien Joins the Show
18:30 - Aidan on Humility and the Real People Behind Success
20:25 - Competing Against Family: Winning and Losing Together
26:41 - Sun Goddess Prowls Like a Cheetah
28:18 - Breaking Down the Breeders’ Cup Draw
30:23 - True Love's Remarkable Development
32:12 - Preparing for the Breeders’ Cup: KY vs. CA
33:35 - Wrapping Up from Keeneland

Heartfelt surprises, personal stories, and Breeders’ Cup picks! This episode of The Good Life Podcast takes you behind the scenes with host Andie Biancone as we learn more about her journey and surprise her with a special call from someone who has been influential in her life. Then, we sit down with jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. for a conversation that takes an emotional turn when he receives an unexpected call from his close friend and mentor, legendary jockey Angel Cordero Jr.

To close out the show, Elliott Walden and Andie reveal their Top 5 picks for the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile. From meaningful personal connections to insights from the world of Thoroughbred racing, this episode has a little bit of everything that makes life good.

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