Hot 2 Trot

Hot 2 Trot
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We Are Off! Get ready to experience the excitement of the racetrack racing into your speakers with grace and style — It’s Hot 2 Trot! Join host Ashley Wood — your racing and pop culture guru from the Pennsylvania Horse Racing Association — as she brings you hot topics, funny commentary, interviews, and more on each episode of Hot 2 Trot. It’s not just a podcast, it’s a winner’s circle of wit and wisdom. Hold your reins, annnd they’re off!

  1. Horse Girl Chat: Catching up with Jessica Paquette

    3D AGO

    Horse Girl Chat: Catching up with Jessica Paquette

    Where are our horse girls at? In this episode, Ashley sits down with Jessica Paquette to talk about handicapping, finding your people, and learning life lessons from the horses in our lives. In this, the year of the horse, big things are on the horizon — including the Kentucky Derby, the Florida Derby, and PA Derby Day.  Jessica is the track announcer and director of public relations at Parx Racing. She also hosts the Amateur Hour Podcast, an inclusive and open space for horse professionals and amateurs to discuss current events and the equestrian experience.  Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 00:34 – Horse Racing Connections 02:15 – Learning the Game: Handicapping Stories 04:05 – Jessica’s Life Update & Horses 06:18 – Life Lessons from Horses 07:27 – Tough Winter & Race Calling Challenges 10:01 – Behind the Scenes: Race Calling & Handicapping Style 12:22 – Awards, Industry Recognition & Competition 14:33 – Kentucky Derby Trail & Top Horses 27:00 – Personal Life, Community & Industry Culture

    45 min
  2. Running a Race Track Featuring Scott Lishia, Director of Racing at Penn National

    MAR 20

    Running a Race Track Featuring Scott Lishia, Director of Racing at Penn National

    What does it take to run a horse racing track? In this episode, Ashley catches up with one of her former co-workers, Scott Lishia, to find out. Scott recently became the new Director of Racing at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course in Grantville, Pennsylvania, but has held many roles throughout the thoroughbred and harness horse racing industries. Their conversation covers everything from their time together working at the Maryland Jockey Club to Scott’s new role and some of his goals for Penn National this year!  Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 00:36 – Scott’s Racing Roots & Career Journey 03:57 – From Operations to Regulation 08:19 – Different Perspectives in Racing 10:35 – Maryland Jockey Club and Triple Crown 18:40 – Favorite Racing Moments 23:23 – Harness vs. Thoroughbred Racing 32:13 – New Role at Penn National 37:22 – Industry Challenges & The Future of Racing 47:39 – Events, Fan Experience & What’s Next 50:49 – Hot Seat Questions

    1 hr
  3. Season 4 Premiere | Inside Foal Cam Season with Delaware Valley University Equine Students

    FEB 27

    Season 4 Premiere | Inside Foal Cam Season with Delaware Valley University Equine Students

    We’re back! Season 4 of Hot 2 Trot kicks off with a behind-the-scenes look at Foal Cam season. We are joined by Samantha Wilton and Rhiannon Swimelar, college students in Delaware Valley University’s equine program who are gaining real-world, hands-on experience. While balancing classes and campus life, they’re also taking on the responsibility of watching mares around the clock during one of the most important times of the breeding season. This episode offers a unique look at the dedication, learning opportunities, and excitement that come with being a student at DelVal University!

    37 min
  4. Hot 2 Trot x On The Rail Mini Series Episode 1 : Inside Parx Racing with Jessica Paquette

    JAN 2 ·  BONUS

    Hot 2 Trot x On The Rail Mini Series Episode 1 : Inside Parx Racing with Jessica Paquette

    We’re kicking off a special Hot 2 Trot mini-series in partnership with Parx Racing and On The Rail! Meadow and Ashley sit down with Parx announcer and host of On The Rail, Jessica Paquette, to talk track vibes, standout storylines, and what’s coming next behind the scenes. If you love racing culture, insider moments, and the energy you only get when you’re trackside, this episode sets the tone for the entire series. Dive in and get the first look at what’s happening at Parx right now.

    26 min
  5. Hot 2 Trot’s End-of-Year Special!

    12/19/2025

    Hot 2 Trot’s End-of-Year Special!

    Welcome to the Hot 2 Trot 2025 Year-In-Review! In this episode, Meadow, Ashley, and Jaylin take you through every major moment that shaped Pennsylvania racing this year — Super Sunday at Harrah’s Philly, Sun Stakes at Pocono, the Penn Mile, the Adios, PA Day at the Races, the PA Derby, the Presque Isle Mile, the Masters, and more. We dive into standout performances, the storylines fans couldn’t stop talking about, and our own top memories. We also look ahead to 2026 with predictions, goals, and a New Year lightning round. Don’t miss it!

    1h 10m
  6. Inside Pennsylvania’s 2026 Breeding Season with Averie Levanti

    12/05/2025

    Inside Pennsylvania’s 2026 Breeding Season with Averie Levanti

    This week on Hot 2 Trot, Meadow and Ashley sit down with Averie Levanti, Executive Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Breeders Association, for a deep dive into the 2025 breeding season. We discuss what’s new in the PA stallion roster, what makes Pennsylvania’s breeding incentives so strong, and what breeders should be thinking about as the season approaches. Whether you’re a breeder, owner, fan, or just curious how the PA program works, this is a must-watch episode!

    38 min
  7. Jockey Ramon Moya Talks Racing, Routine & Going Viral!

    11/21/2025

    Jockey Ramon Moya Talks Racing, Routine & Going Viral!

    Join Meadow and Ashley on Hot 2 Trot as they sit down with jockey Ramon Moya, one of the most recognizable young riders on the PA circuit — both on the track and online. Ramon opens up about the grind of being a jockey and the standout moments of his career so far. He also dives into his massive social media presence, with 40K+ Instagram followers and 135K+ on TikTok, where he shares behind-the-scenes looks at jockey life, race clips, and day-in-the-life content that fans can’t get enough of!

    52 min
  8. Live from the 2025 Harrisburg Black Book Sale at the PA Farm Show Complex

    11/07/2025

    Live from the 2025 Harrisburg Black Book Sale at the PA Farm Show Complex

    On November 4, Ashley and Meadow traded in the track for the PA Farm Show Complex and went LIVE at the Harrisburg Black Book Sale! Tune in to see which special guests they talked to and hear all about the sale-day buzz.

    1h 6m
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We Are Off! Get ready to experience the excitement of the racetrack racing into your speakers with grace and style — It’s Hot 2 Trot! Join host Ashley Wood — your racing and pop culture guru from the Pennsylvania Horse Racing Association — as she brings you hot topics, funny commentary, interviews, and more on each episode of Hot 2 Trot. It’s not just a podcast, it’s a winner’s circle of wit and wisdom. Hold your reins, annnd they’re off!

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  • Creator
    Hot 2 Trot
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    60
  • Rating
    Clean
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