Tiger Roll: The People's Horse

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An unlikely champion who has captured the public's imagination. Yet his story was nearly over before it began. How has this horse come to compete for a unique place in sporting history? A 7-part podcast series from RTÉ Documentary On One in Ireland.  

Season 1

  1. Episode 1: A Star is Born

    EPISODE 1

    Episode 1: A Star is Born

    In March 2010, a foal is born. Growing up on a lake shore farm in Ireland, with his mother and the man who bred him, his whole world changed when he was sold at 8 months old - to begin his journey into the world of horse racing. (Ep1/7). Released daily on weekdays from Feb 22nd-Mar 2nd, 2022. Credits: Tiger Roll The People's Horse was written, recorded and produced by Michael Lawless, Tim Desmond and Liam O'Brien. Sound Design by Damian Chennells Production assistance from the RTÉ Documentary On One Team. Special thanks to all our contributors, and the RTÉ Design, Marketing, Online and Creative Audio departments. For further information, visit www.rte.ie/tigerroll Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
  2. Episode 2: Good Mover

    EPISODE 2

    Episode 2: Good Mover

    Bought by one of the richest men in horseracing, the young Tiger Roll becomes part of a global operation. But as he begins to grow up, and enters training, things don’t go according to plan. (Ep2/7). Released daily on weekdays (Feb 22nd-Mar 2nd 2022). Credits: Tiger Roll The People's Horse was written, recorded and produced by Michael Lawless, Tim Desmond and Liam O'Brien. Sound Design by Damian Chennells Production assistance from the RTÉ Documentary On One Team. Special thanks to all our contributors, and the RTÉ Design, Marketing, Online and Creative Audio departments. For further information, visit www.rte.ie/tigerroll Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min
  3. Episode 3: Up and Over

    EPISODE 3

    Episode 3: Up and Over

    Sold on by Godolphin Racing, Tiger Roll is bought by Nigel and Catherine Hawke. With the help of jockey Mark Quinlan, they discover Tiger’s previously unknown ability and love of jumping and enter him into his first ever race. (Ep3/7) Released daily on weekdays from Feb 22nd-Mar 2nd, 2022. Credits: Tiger Roll The People's Horse was written, recorded and produced by Michael Lawless, Tim Desmond and Liam O'Brien. Sound Design by Damian Chennells Production assistance from the RTÉ Documentary On One Team. Special thanks to all our contributors, and the RTÉ Design, Marketing, Online and Creative Audio departments. For further information, visit www.rte.ie/tigerroll Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 min
  4. Episode 4: Triumph

    EPISODE 4

    Episode 4: Triumph

    Tiger Roll gets another new owner, Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary, a new training yard and a whole new set of challenges. He begins to make new friends for life as he enters his first Cheltenham festival. (Ep4/7) Released daily on weekdays from Feb 22nd-Mar 2nd, 2022. Credits: Tiger Roll The People's Horse was written, recorded and produced by Michael Lawless, Tim Desmond and Liam O'Brien. Sound Design by Damian Chennells Production assistance from the RTÉ Documentary On One Team. Special thanks to all our contributors, and the RTÉ Design, Marketing, Online and Creative Audio departments. For further information, visit www.rte.ie/tigerroll Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
  5. Episode 5: Staying The Course

    EPISODE 5

    Episode 5: Staying The Course

    As Tiger Roll matures, he’s ready for the next step up in jumps racing. But will patience and persistence from his owners and trainer give Tiger Roll a chance to fulfill his destiny as a champion racehorse ? (Ep 5/7) Released daily on weekdays from Feb 22nd-Mar 2nd, 2022. Credits: Tiger Roll The People's Horse was written, recorded and produced by Michael Lawless, Tim Desmond and Liam O'Brien. Sound Design by Damian Chennells Production assistance from the RTÉ Documentary On One Team. Special thanks to all our contributors, and the RTÉ Design, Marketing, Online and Creative Audio departments. For further information, visit www.rte.ie/tigerroll Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    36 min
  6. Episode 6: The National

    EPISODE 6

    Episode 6: The National

    The biggest prize in National Hunt racing is the Grand National, and in 2018 Tiger was entered into a race nobody ever thought he could take on. But is he up for the challenge? (Ep 6/7). Credits: Tiger Roll The People's Horse was written, recorded and produced by Michael Lawless, Tim Desmond and Liam O'Brien. Sound Design by Damian Chennells Production assistance from the RTÉ Documentary On One Team. Special thanks to all our contributors, and the RTÉ Design, Marketing, Online and Creative Audio departments. For further information, visit www.rte.ie/tigerroll Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min
  7. Episode 7: Horse of a Lifetime

    EPISODE 7

    Episode 7: Horse of a Lifetime

    After his first Grand National win, Tiger attempts a feat not achieved in over 40 years - to win a second Grand National in a row. He's getting older and so much is happening around him. What will it all mean for Tiger? (Ep 7/7). Credits: Tiger Roll The People's Horse was written, recorded and produced by Michael Lawless, Tim Desmond and Liam O'Brien. Sound Design by Damian Chennells Production assistance from the RTÉ Documentary On One Team. Special thanks to all our contributors, and the RTÉ Design, Marketing, Online and Creative Audio departments. For further information, visit www.rte.ie/tigerroll Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min
  8. Introducing 'Tiger Roll: The People's Horse'

    SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Introducing 'Tiger Roll: The People's Horse'

    The remarkable story of Tiger Roll, a racehorse who has won two Aintree Grand Nationals (back-to-back) and five times at the Cheltenham Festival. We follow Tiger's unlikely path to glory, from the very beginning to today, through the people and places that have made him the horse of a lifetime. A new 7-part podcast series from RTÉ Documentary On One in Ireland. New episodes begin February 22nd 2022. Homepage: http://www.rte.ie/tigerroll See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1 min
  9. Bonus: A Final Word with Tiger's Owner, Michael O'Leary

    BONUS

    Bonus: A Final Word with Tiger's Owner, Michael O'Leary

    Bonus: Michael O'Leary officially announced on February 27th 2022 that Tiger Roll will be retired after his final race at the Cheltenham Festival on March 16th, 2022. Michael Lawless caught up with Michael shortly after this announcement to see what lies ahead for Tiger Roll after racing. Credits: Tiger Roll The People's Horse was written, recorded and produced by Michael Lawless, Tim Desmond and Liam O'Brien. Sound Design by Damian Chennells Production assistance from the RTÉ Documentary On One Team. Special thanks to all our contributors, and the RTÉ Design, Marketing, Online and Creative Audio departments. For further information, visit www.rte.ie/tigerroll Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

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An unlikely champion who has captured the public's imagination. Yet his story was nearly over before it began. How has this horse come to compete for a unique place in sporting history? A 7-part podcast series from RTÉ Documentary On One in Ireland.  

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