Thoroughbreds Declassified is a Podcast about the Thoroughbred Racing Industry. The father-daughter duo of Ryan and Nik along with her husband Justin will weekly bring you their unique family dynamic discussing and sometimes arguing topics about the sport. Our goal is to not only be educational but entertaining. Although we will cover weekly racing, Thoroughbreds Declassified is not a podcast about betting the races. Our content is for fans (new and old), industry professionals, and horse lovers of all kinds. In the Sport of Kings everything seems CLASSIFIED, subscribe and participate in our passion for the thoroughbred horse, and be assured that with us everything will be DECLASSIFIED.
Thoroughbreds Declassified is a Podcast about the Thoroughbred Racing Industry. The father-daughter duo of Ryan and Nik along with her husband Justin will weekly bring you their unique family dynamic discussing and sometimes arguing topics about the sport. Our goal is to not only be educational but entertaining. Although we will cover weekly racing, Thoroughbreds Declassified is not a podcast about betting the races. Our content is for fans (new and old), industry professionals, and horse lovers of all kinds. In the Sport of Kings everything seems CLASSIFIED, subscribe and participate in our passion for the thoroughbred horse, and be assured that with us everything will be DECLASSIFIED.
In part one of this special episode, Nikki Morris, Ryan Campbell, and Justin Morris discuss the current challenges facing the thoroughbred breeding industry, including declining foal crops, the impact of economic factors, and the importance of aftercare for retired racehorsesand broodmares. They explore the balance between breeding for commercial success and producing quality racehorses, as well as the perceptions surrounding regional breeding markets. The conversation highlights the need for breeders to adapt to changing trends and consider the long-term implications of their breeding decisions. In this conversation, Nikki Morris and Ryan Campbell delve into the complexities of horse breeding practices, focusing on the implications of breeding volume, stallion fees, and the balance between proven and unproven stallions. They discuss the nuances of the industry, the economic pressures on stallion farms, and the ethical considerations surrounding breeding practices. The dialogue highlights the need for regulation and common sense in an industry increasingly driven by capitalism.