A podcast for greyhound enthusiasts by greyhound enthusiasts, Out of the Traps brings you the latest news from UK licensed greyhound racing. Brought to you by the governing body for UK licensed greyhound racing Greyhound Board of Great Britain www.gbgb.org.uk
In our latest episode, host Dave Clark is joined by the newly appointed Owners' Practitioner on the GBGB Board, Paul Carpenter. As Owners' Representative, he represents the needs and interests of owners and promotes responsible ownership across the sport. Ahead of his first Board meeting, he speaks to Dave about his aims and ambitions. Dave is also joined by GBGB Senior Stipendiary Steward, Paul Illingworth, to discuss the latest news and updates for trainers and owners. Have a q...
23 Jul 2021
Episode 7: Gail May and Lorraine Sams
In our latest episode, host Dave Clark is joined by two of the sport's Greyhound Ambassadors - owner Gail May and former trainer and GBGB Stipendiary Steward, Lorraine Sams. They discuss their involvement in the sport and recent Ambassador activities, including their hugely successful 'meet and greets' throughout the Greyhound Derby. Launched in 2018 as part of GBGB's Greyhound Commitment, the Greyhound Ambassador Scheme brings together greyhound lovers and racing enthusiasts from all walks o...
8 Jul 2021
Episode 6: Mark Bird
In Episode 6, host Dave Clark is joined by GBGB Managing Director Mark Bird and podcast regular GBGB Senior Stipendiary Steward Paul Illingworth. Responding to listeners’ emails, Mark and Paul discuss a variety of topics from greyhound welfare to innovation to the sport's post-pandemic future. Mark also discusses the recent appointment of Angela Smith as an Independent Director on the GBGB Board. Out of the Traps is available on our website – here: https://www.gbgb.org.uk/– and on all the mai...
24 Jun 2021
Episode 5: Tracey Moore
Out of the Traps: Tracey Moore In our latest episode, host Dave Clark speaks to GBGB Acting Registrar Tracey Moore to get an insight into her all-important role within the 'engine room' of the GBGB. A greyhound enthusiast and former owner, Tracey worked in the racing office at Romford Stadium before taking up the role at GBGB in 2017. She now helps owners get their greyhounds trialling and racing. GBGB Senior Stipendiary Steward Paul Illingworth also joins the show to answer this ...
9 Jun 2021
Episode 4: Kevin Boothby
In Episode 4, host Dave Clark is joined by Towcester Racecourse promoter Kevin Boothby. Dave and Kevin catch up on all the action from the first round of the English Greyhound Derby and discuss what greyhound fans can expect from the remainder of the competition. Kevin also speaks about his journey in the sport - from becoming an owner to staging the greatest race of them all. Out of the Traps regular GBGB Senior Stipendiary Steward Paul Illingworth also joins the show to answer l...
25 May 2021
Episode 3: Paula Beniston
In the latest episode of Out of the Traps, host Dave Clark is joined by special guest Paula Beniston, who joined GBGB in 2020 to oversee the newly launched Greyhound Retirement Scheme. A step-change in the way the sport approaches retirement, the GRS attaches a financial bond to each newly registered racing greyhound - paid for jointly by owners and GBGB. The full bond is unlocked when a greyhound enters an approved homing centre which means a greyhound’s future is safe and secure befor...
12 May 2021
Episode 2: Mark Moisley and Anneliese Thompson
In Episode 2 of Out of the Traps, host Dave Clark speaks to GBGB Commercial Director Mark Moisley about finding his feet in the role and his work supporting the tracks in their commercial activity. They also look ahead to the stadia being able to re-open their doors to the general public from 17 May, as Covid restrictions in England ease. We were also delighted to welcome Nottingham Trainer Anneliese Thompson to the podcast. She speaks to Senior Stipendiary Steward Paul Illingwort...
28 Apr 2021
Episode 1: Welcome to Out of the Traps
Welcome to Episode 1 of Out of the Traps - a brand-new podcast brought to you by staff at the Greyhound Board of Great Britain's and featuring some very special guests from across the sport. A podcast for greyhound enthusiasts by greyhound enthusiasts, Out of the Traps will bring you the latest news from UK licensed greyhound racing.
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