John Tapp Racing

Episode 13: Bryan Guy

Podcast number 13 features trainer Bryan Guy who has won 1000 races in Queensland since relocating from Rosehill in 2000. Bryan talks about the legacy established by his late father Ray Guy who was among Sydneys top trainers for many years. Through Bryan and his son Daniel, the name continues on its winning way. 

Episode 12: Tommy Berry

On podcast 12 we catch up with champion jockey Tommy Berry who is back home after a topsy-turvy year in Hong Kong. Tommy faces the challenge of re-establishing his place among Sydneys powerful jockeys ranks. This interview was recorded the day before Tom rode Chautauqua in a crucial barrier trial at Rosehill. 

Episode 11: Jim Byrne

Podcast Episode 11 features ever consistent Queensland jockey Jim Byrne, already the winner of four premierships. Jimmy has been chasing the remarkable Jeff Lloyd for the past two seasons, but has never been in better form. Super fit, and totally dedicated Jim Byrne is the complete professional jockey. 

Episode 10: Mark Callaghan

Early in his career Mark Callaghan's horses, played second fiddle to his trade as an electrical fitter. It wasn't long before Mark realised his heart was with the horses, and he hasn't looked back. He's been among Newscastle's top trainers for some years, and now has an able deputy in sixteen year old son Jack who drove his very first winner recently. 

Episode 9: Corey Brown

Our Podcast Episode 9 features popular jockey Corey Brown soon to represent Australia in the Shergar Cup Jockeys Challenge at Royal Ascot. The dual Melbourne Cup winning rider talks openly about the highs and lows of his brilliant career. 

Episode 8: Tracey Bartley

Our podcast guest is jockey turned trainer Tracey Bartley. This little bloke has ducked plenty of punches in the pursuit of a career he loves, including serious injuries and a debilitating ilness. 3 runners for 3 winners at the recent Scone Carnival and 3 Group 1 trophies on the shelf, are testimony to his talents. 

Episode 7: Jon Grisedale

Lets hear from comeback jockey Jon Grisedale who has been back riding winners for 16 months. After recovering from a broken leg, he only intended to ride work for his trainer/wife Donna but the roar of the crowd beckoned. 

Episode 6: Paul Fitzpatrick

Paul Fitzpatrick has been one of Australia's top harness racing trainers for over three decades. Join Paul as he looks back on his successful career and the great horses that have passed through Jay Jay Farm. Back better than ever after a recent illness, the seven time Harold Park premiership winner, is set to continue on his winning way.  Paul Fitzpatrick on Tappy's podcast now.

Episode 5: Kerry Parker

Kerry Parker has guided the career of Dark Dream from a Moruya Maiden to a Queensland Derby in just 7 months. Kerry now joins the Group 1 club after several placings at the elite level. Kerry talks about Dark Dream's future on Tappy's podcast this week.

Episode 4: Ben Smith

Great to catch up with young Newcastle trainer Ben Smith who landed two Group One winners during the Autumn Carnival. Ben talks about several new owners who have joined his stable and of his hopes and dreams for the future