Episode 53 - The HISA Hot Seat: Lisa Lazarus Takes on Racing’s Toughest Questions
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Episode 53 - The HISA Hot Seat: Lisa Lazarus Takes on Racing’s Toughest Questions
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HISA CEO Lisa Lazarus joins The Horse Whisperer Podcast for one of the most candid and controversial conversations we’ve had to date.
We dive straight into the issues everyone in racing is arguing about but few want to address publicly — jockeys missing weight, the Rudy Rodriguez suspension, escalating whip violations, and the spotlight on Paco Lopez. Lisa responds to tough questions about enforcement, consistency, and where responsibility truly lies.
The conversation goes deeper as we tackle jockey drug use, who should be helping HISA do its job, and the growing debate over whether horse racing needs a true commissioner — and who that person should be.
We also break down the ongoing Kentucky Downs issues, transparency concerns, and what accountability actually looks like in a sport struggling to balance tradition, regulation, and public trust.
This episode isn’t about soundbites or spin — it’s about confronting the hard truths facing horse racing today, straight from the top.
Whether you love HISA, hate it, or are still undecided — this is a conversation you need to hear.