20 episodes

Each week Andrew Capone talks with top horse racing handicappers to find out what makes them successful and apply that to some upcoming races for the weekend.

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Each week Andrew Capone talks with top horse racing handicappers to find out what makes them successful and apply that to some upcoming races for the weekend.

    Kevan Strom - 'Mr. Synthetic'

    Kevan Strom - 'Mr. Synthetic'

    On this week's episode, Andrew interviews handicapper Kevan Strom, 'Mr. Synthetic'. Kevan explains how he learned to handicap from his grandfather, a peace officer at Saratoga racetrack.
    Kevan shares a story about a 45k day in December that seemed like it would never end. Andrew and Kevan discuss his handicapping style and how his love for synthetic has given him a major advantage . Lastly, Kevan shares advice for young handicappers who are new to the game and his use of a special tactic, 'confirmation'.

    • 58 min
    Episode 19 - C.J. Johnsen, Handicapper & Partnership Manager

    Episode 19 - C.J. Johnsen, Handicapper & Partnership Manager

    In this week's episode, host Andrew Capone interviews handicapper and partnership manager C.J. Johnsen, 'Mr. Operator'. C.J. explains how he got into handicapping and a little about growing up at a racetrack as well as operating one.
    C.J. shares a story about a $10 feeder tourney that turned into a $5,000 win. Andrew and C.J. discusses his handicapping style and how he predicts race shape. Lastly, he shares a little about his NHC experience and what it will be like in Las Vegas next week.

    • 52 min
    Horse Racing Nation's Sara Elbadwi

    Horse Racing Nation's Sara Elbadwi

    In this week's episode, host Andrew Capone interviews handicapper and Horse Racing Nation Handicapping content coordinator Sara Elbadwi, 'Ms. Horse Girl'. Sara explains how she got into handicapping and her new role at Horse Racing Nation.
    Sara shares a 19,000% ROI pick 5 story. Andrew and Sara discuss Sam Houston Race Park and her weekly handicapping live stream. Lastly, Sara shares a little about how she wants the sport to grow and where people new to the game should start.
    Follow Sara on Twitter @outruntheodds.

    • 44 min
    Pro Poker Player Fred Faour

    Pro Poker Player Fred Faour

    In this week's episode, host Andrew Capone interviews handicapper and poker player Fred Faour, 'Mr. Poker'. Fred explains how he got into handicapping and how his passion and skills from poker have allowed him to succeed at a higher level.
    Fred shares a $75,000 hit that included a 15-minute photo finish call. Andrew and Fred discuss Sam Houston Race Park, his home track and its upcoming meet. Lastly, Fred shares a little about his style, "Situational Handicapping."

    • 40 min
    Los Alamitos Handicapper Jose Contreras

    Los Alamitos Handicapper Jose Contreras

    In this week's episode, host Andrew Capone interviews handicapper and the face of  Los Alamitos nighttime racing, Jose Contreras, 'Mr. Los Ponies.' Jose explains how his parents winning a radio sweepstakes got him into handicapping.

    Jose shares a few big hits: a $96 Pick-6 ticket that paid $65,000 that was funded by a cheap stab at the early Pick-4... and a rare pot scoop. Andrew and Jose discuss how to handicap quarter horses and what mistakes to avoid. Lastly, Jose shares the biggest tool on his handicapping belt, "replays replays replays!"

    • 54 min
    Oaklawn Park Race Caller Vic Stauffer

    Oaklawn Park Race Caller Vic Stauffer

    In this week's episode, host Andrew Capone interviews Oaklawn Park race caller and handicapper Vic Stauffer, 'Mr. Race-caller'. 

    Vic shares the story of his biggest hit, a $288 ticket that paid $500,000. Vic explains how he got into handicapping by going to the track with his grandfather on weekdays. Andrew and Vic discuss why he believes Thoro-Graph is the single best tool for handicapping. Lastly, Vic shares a little about his tournament success and one key, "bankroll management."

    • 39 min

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