Ep9: Everything with Roger O'Callaghan

12/16/23 • 38 min

Tally-Ho Stud is located close to Lough Ennell in Co. Westmeath on limestone land which has produced horses for three-quarters of a century.

The stud has been under the ownership of Tony and Anne O’Callaghan for over 40 years who manage the enterprise with their sons Roger and Henry.

During that time, Tally-Ho have built a reputatation that see's them recognised as one of the leading consignors of thoroughbreds in both Ireland and England.
Hear from Roger O'Callaghan as he talks everything Tally Ho as well as industry issues and his opinion on the current state of British and Irish racing and breeding.

Tally-Ho Stud is located close to Lough Ennell in Co. Westmeath on limestone land which has produced horses for three-quarters of a century.

The stud has been under the ownership of Tony and Anne O’Callaghan for over 40 years who manage the enterprise with their sons Roger and Henry.

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Ep8: The past and present with Eve Johnson Houghton

Eve started training in 2007 and had a flying start with 22 winners and has continued on an upward curve ever since, consolidating her position as a leading lady trainer.

The 2018 season saw Eve scale new heights with her breakthrough Group 1 & Royal Ascot winner Accidental Agent who scored in fine style in the Queen Anne stakes.

In recent seasons team Woodway has also had other notable successes from the likes of The Cheka, What About Carlo, Scarlet Dragon & Magnolia Springs.

Going forward, boutique trainer Eve is looking to keep on improving and increasing the size of the string whilst retaining the personal touch.

As a leading amateur jockey Eve rode 20 winners including the prestigious Ascot Diamond race twice.

She rode for some notable trainers including Barry Hills, Roger Charlton and her father Fulke Johnson Houghton.

She also rode in the Euro American Champion series with Chris Bonner representing England, where over a series of 8 races in England, Germany and the USA they were champions.

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Ep10 : The Way Forward with Bill Dwan and David Cox

This month, I am joined by Bill Dwan and David Cox from Baroda Stud.
Nestled in the picturesque county of Meath, The Castelbridge Stud stands out as premier European thoroughbred sales consignor. The company wealth of experience and unwavering professionalism ensure a top-tier service for both vendors and purchasers.
Baroda stud is one of Ireland's best farms. Situated in the heart of the renowned thoroughbred county Kildare. Baroda and Rosetown Stud Farms are set on 400 acres and provide excellent facilities for producing top quality thoroughbred horses.