John Tapp

Episode 7: Tappy Chats with Jon Grisedale

Episode 7: Tappy Chats with 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: Tappy Chats with Paul Fitzpatrick

Episode 6: Tappy Chats with 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: Tappy Chats with Trainer Kerry Parker

Episode 5: Tappy Chats with Trainer 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. (Image Courtesy of Mark Bradley Photography)

Episode 4: John Tapp Chats With Brian Hancock

Episode 4: John Tapp Chats With Brian Hancock

A treat for Harness racing fans. We review the stellar career of the man they called "The Inter Dominion King". Brian Hancock won five grand finals as a driver, and five as a trainer.  He worked at many jobs before settling on a career that would take him to the very top of Australia's training and driving ranks.

Episode 3: John Tapp Chats With Ben Smith

Episode 3: John Tapp Chats With 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 the hopes and dreams he holds for the future.