Top Female Jockey Katie Davis + Trainer Rudy Rodriguez Sr. & Agent Rudy Jr. on Racing, Family, and Legacy

We’re taking you trackside for an exclusive chat with friend of the show, Katie Davis, one of the leading female jockeys in American horse racing. She opens up about the highs and challenges of life in the irons, her current rides, and what keeps her focused in a demanding sport.

Then, it’s all in the family as we sit down with trainer Rudy Rodriguez Sr. and his son, jockey agent Rudy Rodriguez Jr. They share what it’s like working behind the scenes, the pressures of keeping a stable running, and how they’ve built a respected name across generations in the racing industry.

If you love horse racing, insider stories, and conversations with people who live and breathe the sport, this one’s for you.

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In this episode of The Horse Whisperer Podcast, we feature an exclusive interview with Kentucky Derby winner Junior Alvarado, who clinched his first Derby win aboard Sovereignty. Alvarado shares his strategy for navigating the muddy track at Churchill Downs and reflects on the significance of this thrilling victory, especially following his recent recovery from a shoulder injury.

Alvarado, sponsored in his historic win by Randy's Ice Cream restaurant, Hilldebrandt's gives us a truly unique taste of the whirlwind 48 hours since his incredible victory.

Later, Randy and the crew delve into the phenomenon they've dubbed the "Whisper Bump," discussing how the top four finishers in this year's Derby—Alvarado on Sovereignty, Umberto Rispoli on Journalism, Flavien Prat on Baeza, and Luan Machado on Final Gambit—were all recent guests on our show.

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Get ready for the ride of the year! In this special Derby Day edition, jockey Maddy Olver joins The Horse Whisperer himself, host and racehorse owner Randy Sarf, for an exclusive, inside-the-rails breakdown of the most thrilling day in horse racing.

From paddock insights to jockey strategy, Maddy shares her rising-star perspective while Randy brings his seasoned owner’s eye to the field. Together, they handicap every race on the card at Churchill Downs, offering sharp takes, bold predictions, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else.

Whether you're a seasoned bettor, a racing fanatic, or just along for the gallop, this episode is your all-access pass to the Biggest Day in Racing.