The Good Life Podcast

The Good Life Podcast
  • 4.8 (6)
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The Good Life Podcast goes beyond the winner’s circle. Hosted by Elliott Walden, Jeff Sheppard, Tom Leach, and Andie Biancone, each episode features real conversations with the leaders, athletes, and voices shaping Kentucky racing, sports, business, and faith — the stories behind the success, not just the results.

Episodes

  1. 21h ago

    Faith. Family. Football. Coach Will Stein joins The Good Life Podcast - Ep. 6

    What does it take to build a winning team while keeping family, faith, and character at the center of your life? On Episode 6 of The Good Life Podcast, Kentucky football head coach Will Stein joins Andie Biancone, Tom Leach, Jeff Sheppard, and Elliott Walden for a conversation about his journey to Kentucky, the importance of family, and the leadership principles shaping his program. Coach Stein discusses building genuine connections with his players, the influence of the coaches who mentored him, and why servant leadership starts with putting others first. Plus, the crew reflects on an exciting Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland, checks in on jockey Irad Ortiz Jr., and visits the Keeneland backside to hear from Sophie Green, assistant trainer for Todd Pletcher. From the football field to the racetrack, this episode explores the relationships, values, and experiences that shape the people behind the competition. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Welcome to The Good Life 02:43 Breeders’ Cup & Racing Recap 06:00 Irad Ortiz, Jr Update 09:06 The Backside, Sponsored by Keeneland 12:03 Meet Coach Will Stein!! 15:36 The Journey to Kentucky 19:29 Building a Winning Culture 22:18 Faith, Family & Leadership Join the conversation! Tell us your biggest takeaway in the comments, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow The Good Life Podcast for more conversations about sports, faith, and life. #TheGoodLifePodcast #WillStein #KentuckyFootball #HorseRacing #FaithAndLeadership

  2. 6d ago

    Episode 5 - Grit, Grace & Greatness

    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 20:43 The unforgettable story of Cody’s Wish5:56 Bill Mott’s first year as a trainer...1973!!10:17 Competing against his son, Riley12:49 Mott’s Breeders’ Cup Classic decisions17:11 Brad Cox’s Breeders’ Cup contenders21:13 Brad Cox’s journey to the top25:03 The horses who changed Cox’s career28:38 Will Walden's Breeders' Cup contenders29:50 Rhetorical’s Keeneland connection34:31 Walden on building an operation from scratch39:25 Faith and teamwork in racingJOIN THE CONVERSATIONWhat’s your favorite Breeders’ Cup memory, or which horse are you most excited to watch this year? Let us know in the comments!If you enjoyed the conversation, give this episode a like, subscribe to The Good Life Podcast, and share it with a fellow racing fan. Thanks for watching!Presented by Keeneland and Denali Stud.

  3. Oct 28

    Episode 4 - Humility & Horsepower

    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. Join the conversation! What’s the most important lesson horses have taught you? Share your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow The Good Life Podcast for more conversations about sports, faith, and everything that makes life good! 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

  4. Oct 22

    Episode 3

    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. Enjoy the episode? Like, subscribe, and comment on what's good in your life! Join us every Thursday for more great conversations and unforgettable moments!

  5. Oct 15

    Episode 2

    Welcome back to The Good Life Podcast, where sports, horse racing, faith, and the people and moments that make life meaningful come together.In this episode, we introduce co-hosts Tom Leach and Elliott Walden, explore their personal journeys, and surprise each of them with a phone call from someone who has played an important role in their lives. Co-host Andie Biancone talks with Equibase’s Chance Moquett at Keeneland, and we wrap things up by revealing our Top 5 picks for the Breeders’ Cup Distaff.Join us for our weekly conversations about the journeys we take, the people who shape us, and all the things that make life good.

  6. Oct 8

    Episode 1

    Welcome to The Good Life Podcast Series Premiere! In our first episode, we introduce co-host Jeff Sheppard, a UK Basketball legend, and surpirse him with an on-air phone call from Tubby Smith.  Co-host Andie Biancone catches up with Harry Rice of Sallee Horse Vans at Keeneland, and we reveal who’s on top of the Breeders’ Cup Classic Top 5.

  • 6 Episodes

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4.8
out of 5
6 Ratings

About

The Good Life Podcast goes beyond the winner’s circle. Hosted by Elliott Walden, Jeff Sheppard, Tom Leach, and Andie Biancone, each episode features real conversations with the leaders, athletes, and voices shaping Kentucky racing, sports, business, and faith — the stories behind the success, not just the results.

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  • Creator
    The Good Life Podcast
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Good Life Podcast
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