First Rodeo Radio

About First Rodeo Radio

Welcome to the First Rodeo Experience! Every week, we dive into the game-changing firsts that shape our dreams and lives. From past milestones to future goals, get inspired and discover how every great journey starts with a first step. Join us for stories and insights that make every "first" an adventure!

Publisher

First Rodeo Racing, LLC

Category

business · education · sports

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

18 Aug 2024

Latest episode

27 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

48 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Aug 2026

   Episode 48: The New Equibase Site That Could Change How Fans Use Racing Data - Chance Moquett, Equibase Strategic Projects

   On today's episode we welcome Chance Moquett, who leads Strategic Projects for Equibase. We go over the current and future state of racing's data and much more. Interested in owning your own sports team? Learn more at firstrodeoracing.com The biggest untapped opportunity in horse racing is not a new horse, a new track, or a new bet - it is modernizing how the sport uses data, builds products, and tells its story. Chance S. Moquett, Head of Strategic Projects at Equibase, breaks down the new ratings handicap system, the upcoming Equibase overhaul, and why the sport needs to think less like a relic and more like a platform. Chance and Matthew Scull get into the real mechanics behind the ratings races already being rolled out - what the data says about field size, horse participation, wagering, and how the right structure can keep horses running, help owners make smarter decisions, and create more compelling races for bettors. They also preview a redesigned Equibase experience that finally surfaces tools and information that have been buried for years, from horse histories and workout data to race-planning features built for trainers, stable managers, and racing offices. You'll discover: -Why ratings races are designed to help horses run more often without forcing them into the wrong spots -How handle per runner, field size, and race competitiveness are showing early signs of impact -What the new race planning hub could mean for condition books, nominations, and virtual stables -Why Equibase wants to make more of its data easier to access, use, and build on -How better storytelling and better fan capture could turn Derby-level attention into long-term fandom -Chance also makes the case that racing's real problem is not a lack of ideas - it's a lack of focus, project management, and follow-through. -From attendance tracking to customer data to new incentives for smaller breeding and ownership operations, he lays out a vision for a sport that stops hiding its best tools and starts using them to grow. This is essential listening if you care about the future of horse racing, the business behind the game, or how better data can create better races, better decisions, and a better fan experience. Speaker coverage: Chance S. Moquett, Head of Strategic Projects at Equibase, explains the data strategy, product vision, and ratings initiative. Matthew Scull, host of First Rodeo Radio, pushes the conversation with ownership, handicapping, and industry-growth questions, adding the horseplayer and stable-side perspective throughout.

2. 

   20 Aug 2026

   Episode 47: How STABLE Is Turning Horse Racing Into a NYC Social Club - James Dolan, Founder / CEO

   In today's episode, we give background on NYC's newest social club that is built around horse racing, STABLE. James Dolan tells us about the idea, why he quit his job in investment banking to start it, and how they next few months will look for those that get involved. Find out more about STABLE: Instagram: @stablenyc Website: https://www.jointhestable.net/ Horse racing has a friction problem, not a demand problem. James Dolan is building the bridge: a new social club and live-event model designed to get young New Yorkers to Belmont Park, Saratoga, and beyond without needing to already “speak racing.” Matthew Scull and James Dolan unpack how a single sport can become the center of your social calendar, your betting education, and even your network. From impromptu race calls at Saratoga to the future of Belmont Park, this conversation is part origin story, part startup pitch, and part blueprint for how horse racing can grow by making the first trip to the track easier, cheaper, and way more fun. You’ll discover: -How James turned family ties to the track into a full-time venture focused on growing the sport -Why he believes horse racing needs a social funnel, not just more ownership pitches -How STABLE combines track days, city events, mentorship, and membership into one community -What a founding-members weekend in Saratoga actually looks like, from bar crawls to barn tours - Why reducing friction, educating first-time bettors, and creating repeatable experiences could reshape the future of racing James also breaks down the business logic behind the idea - how New York racing, Belmont Park’s new energy, and year-round programming can capture a generation that wants live experiences, community, and a better way in. If you’ve ever thought horse racing was hard to access, too insider-driven, or stuck waiting for the next big day, this episode makes the case that the opportunity is much bigger than most people realize. Essential listening if you love racing, startup thinking, or the idea that the best way to grow a sport is to make people feel like they belong before they ever place a bet.

3. 

   18 Jul 2026

   Episode 46: Q2 ‘26 Review (FRR Partner Updates)

   First Half 2026 Review of First Rodeo Racing: A Deep Dive into Financials, Events, and Horse Performance Discover the highlights of First Rodeo Racing's second quarter of 2026, from financial insights and upcoming events to detailed horse-by-horse updates. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the sport's challenges, opportunities, and future plans in the racing industry. Want to get in the game? Visit firstrodeoracing.com Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and second quarter highlights 00:23 - Financial gaps in horse racing revealed 02:00 - Overview of the current financials and reserve plans 03:09 - Analysis of horse 2 Seven’s performance and future races 04:41 - Upcoming events: Saratoga sale, Whitney weekend, and more 08:19 - Race plans for 2 Seven and potential strategies 12:35 - Race spacing and performance optimization insights 22:15 - Claiming new horses and strategic plans in New York 26:34 - Horse-by-horse updates: 2 Seven, Colonel Caliente, and Florida Patriot 34:10 - Development of young horses: Lady Estola and others 39:48 - Managing surfaces: dirt, turf, synthetic influence 40:59 - Long-term goals, season plans, and closing remarks Main Topics Financial overview of First Rodeo Racing’s operations and future funding plans Upcoming racing and entertainment events across Saratoga, Kentucky, and Lexington Horse-specific updates: performance, training, and race plans for key horses including 2 Seven, Colonel Caliente, and Florida Patriot Strategic considerations for claiming new horses and managing race schedules Insights into different racing surfaces: dirt, turf, and synthetic, and their impact on horses Participant insights and lessons learned from the past quarter Key Insights The financial gap: nearly 740 million dollars between training costs and purse money, with 80% of horses not earning enough to cover training Revenue and reserves are trending positively, with plans to halt new horse acquisitions at the end of August Major upcoming events include Saratoga sale meetup, Whitney weekend, Travers Day, and year-end parties in Lexington The team is eyeing strategic races for 2 Seven, including a potential race in Kentucky on Labor Day Horse management insights: spacing out races to prevent bounce, adding or removing blinkers, and careful timing for optimal performance Future claims: planning to claim new horses in New York, leveraging partnerships and new Belmont Park surface Resources & Links TDN Articles on Horse Racing Economics - https://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/state-of-the-industry-the-owner/ Kentucky Downs Track Info - https://themintkentuckydowns.com/ Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes insights as First Rodeo Racing continues to chase excellence in racing!

Who has been a guest on First Rodeo Radio

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Donald Little III
• Jonathan Rapp
• John Kelsey
• Christopher Sutton
• Charlie Boone

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 20 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

27

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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