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What does Kingsley Bartholomew look for in a Melbourne Cup winner? In Episode 7 of Who’s the Boss, Kingsley joins Bossy and Adam to share his three hard-and-fast Cup rules, assess the international contenders and discuss when to do your form. Bossy adds his own rules and weighs in on Point of Law, while the boys explore how Australia’s most famous race has evolved—and why it still commands so much attention.

Plus, there’s debate over track bias, the future of the Cox Plate at Moonee Valley and what to expect at Flemington. Bossy reflects on the uncertainty of climbing aboard a Cup runner, before the boys turn their attention to the Victoria Derby, Coolmore Stud Stakes, Empire Rose Stakes, Golden Eagle and Melbourne Cup. Big-race discussion, strong opinions and plenty of laughs as the spring carnival heats up.

00:00 — Opening and welcome to Kingsley Bartholomew
00:45 — Spring carnival recap: Caulfield Cup and Cox Plate
02:00 — A toast to the Melbourne Cup
03:12 — AirTouch sponsor message
04:00 — How to assess Melbourne Cup form and overseas ratings
05:24 — Overseas jockeys and adapting to Australian racing
08:33 — Why some international horses thrive in Australia
10:30 — Melbourne Cup essentials: weight, stamina and acceleration
12:39 — What made Makybe Diva exceptional?
13:18 — Point of Law: talent, temperament and settling concerns
15:56 — Ciaron Maher’s training operation and horsemanship
17:08 — How jockeys judge a horse’s staying ability
17:54 — Saint George’s Melbourne Cup credentials
20:05 — Trust Your Instinct and the international contenders
21:47 — Call of the Card: big bets and competitive bookmakers
23:36 — Finding value and maintaining price discipline
25:44 — Parade behaviour, barrier problems and warning signs
27:47 — Bossy’s Melbourne Cup memories and Sir Dragonet
29:31 — The Melbourne Cup’s enduring appeal
30:07 — World Pool and the merged tote explained
31:37 — Racing taxes and the challenge of professional punting
32:54 — Judging the betting process rather than the result
34:36 — Track bias, weather and finding an edge
36:21 — Should the Cox Plate return to Moonee Valley?
37:16 — Flemington track conditions ahead of the carnival
38:12 — Bossy’s Best: Victoria Derby preview and selections
39:17 — Should the Victoria Derby be shortened to 2,000 metres?
40:09 — Coolmore Stud Stakes preview
42:27 — Empire Rose Stakes preview
43:49 — IPE Events: Flemington carnival hospitality
45:01 — Golden Eagle preview
48:10 — Final Melbourne Cup tips
49:53 — Closing thanks and upcoming previews
50:49 — Like and subscribe

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Bernard Foley joins Adam Peacock and Glen Boss on Who’s the Boss? for a chat about big kicks, beating England and unfinished business. From the Waratahs’ 2014 title celebrations to the secret play behind his second try against England at the 2015 World Cup, Bernie shares the stories behind some unforgettable rugby moments. He also opens up about life in Japan, returning to the Waratahs and chasing a place at the 2027 home World Cup, with a sip from Bossy’s Melbourne Cup along the way. There’s plenty of banter as Bernie and Bossy compare their Japanese adventures, talk horse racing and unpack how to shut out the noise when the pressure is on. Plus, Bossy and Adam review all the action from The Everest and Caulfield Cup before turning their attention to this weekend’s racing, headlined by the Cox Plate. Rugby yarns, racing insight and a few memorable celebrations—settle in for another episode of Who’s the Boss? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Champion horse trainer Bjorn Baker joins Glen Boss and Adam Peacock for an Everest and Caulfield Cup special on Who’s the Boss. From a five-winner haul at Randwick to his dad’s second-place finish in the Melbourne Cup, Bjorn shares the highs, heartbreak and stories behind the racing, plus his love of marathon running.

There’s also a trip to Royal Ascot, stirring up the Poms and plenty of banter about convicts and the apparent lack of Aussie humility. And when the winners roll in, Bjorn admits he can enjoy the celebrations a little too much. Big races, big stories and a guest who knows how to have a good time.

00:00 Welcome Bjorn Baker
02:08 The Everest and spring racing
06:17 Warwoven’s Cox Plate chances
10:48 Rachel King’s rise
12:55 Warwoven’s temperament and stable routine
16:44 Murray Baker and Bjorn’s training journey
19:05 Green Spaces and Caulfield Cup tactics
24:43 Can anyone beat Ka Ying Rising?
32:08 Bjorn’s big-race celebrations
35:10 Punting, superstition and five winners
38:05 Glen Boss remembers Yes Yes Yes
39:33 Overpass and Royal Ascot
43:03 Racehorse ownership and honest communication
47:13 The Everest tips
49:39 King Charles III Stakes tips
51:09 Silver Eagle tips
52:33 Caulfield Cup tips
55:56 Bjorn’s best bets and sign-off
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What happens when the man who’s spent decades telling racing’s biggest stories takes the hot seat? Legendary racing journalist Ray Thomas joins Adam Peacock and Glen Boss on Who’s the Boss? to share extraordinary yarns from more than 30 years covering the sport. From a Kerry Packer betting scoop that nearly cost him his job to behind-the-scenes memories of Makybe Diva, TJ Smith and Gai Waterhouse, Ray lifts the lid on racing’s greatest characters and his long friendship with Bossy.

The boys also talk champions, comparing Kingston Town, Black Caviar and Winx, before turning their attention to a spring carnival heating up fast. Bossy gives his verdict on Ka Ying Rising’s Sydney trial ahead of The Everest, explains why he’s sticking with Sir Delius for the Cox Plate, and delivers Bossy’s Best for a huge Group 1 weekend at Caulfield. Settle in for great stories, plenty of laughs and racing insight from those who’ve lived it—and don’t forget to like and subscribe.

0:00 Intro and welcome
2:11 Ray Thomas joins the boys
4:52 Trust, respect and life as a racing journalist
8:43 Jack Denham stories
10:48 Untold stories and Universal Prince’s Melbourne Cup scratching
13:57 The Kerry Packer scoop that nearly cost Ray his job
19:23 Memories of TJ Smith and Gai Waterhouse
23:49 Ray and Bossy’s long friendship
27:31 Behind the scenes with Makybe Diva
32:08 The toughest stories to write
34:02 Racing’s greatest: Kingston Town, Makybe Diva, Black Caviar and Winx
41:26 Ka Ying Rising’s brilliance and distance potential
44:12 What makes Chris Waller special?
48:03 Ray’s new chapter at Racing and Sports
50:34 Ray’s Melbourne Cup horses to watch
52:34 Reflecting on Ray’s career
53:10 Bossy’s verdict on Ka Ying Rising’s Everest trial
54:51 Why Bossy is sticking with Sir Delius
56:56 Bossy’s Best: Might And Power Stakes
58:17 Bossy’s Best: Caulfield Guineas
59:31 Bossy’s Best: Toorak Handicap
1:00:18 Wrap-up and Everest special preview

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It’s Grand Final Week, and Who’s the Boss? is joined by Sydney Roosters champion and NRL legend Anthony Minichiello for a huge special episode!

Mini sits down with Adam Peacock and Glen Boss to look back on his incredible career, from premiership glory with the Roosters to representing NSW and Australia on the biggest stages. He shares some of his favourite Grand Final memories, what it takes to perform when everything is on the line, and plenty of stories from his time in rugby league.

The boys also dive into all the excitement surrounding Grand Final Week, break down the biggest talking points ahead of the decider, and get Mini’s perspective on the modern game.

Plus, there’s plenty of racing chat, stories, laughs and the usual Who’s the Boss? chaos.

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0:00 – Intro & Anthony Minichiello joins the show
2:33 – Mini’s incredible Arthur Beetson & Golden Boot story
5:12 – What it really feels like to play in an NRL Grand Final Pasted text(3)
9:19 – How NRL teams prepare and game plan each week
11:23 – The pressure of Grand Final day
13:04 – Mini reflects on three straight Roosters Grand Finals Pasted text(3)
15:12 – Why the early 2000s was such a great era of rugby league
16:19 – Inside the Roosters dressing room before a game
18:47 – What it’s really like inside the Sydney Roosters Pasted text(3)
20:37 – Nick Politis, loyalty & the culture behind the Roosters Pasted text(3)
37:35 – How Mini changed his lifestyle to extend his career
37:39 – Mini’s approach to nutrition, sleep & recovery Pasted text(3)
40:15 – NRL Grand Final preview & Sam Walker discussion Pasted text(3)
45:30 – Bossy’s racing selections Pasted text(3)
46:22 – Bossy’s Best: NRL Grand Final predictions
46:35 – Clive Churchill Medal predictions
47:05 – Who wins the NRL Grand Final? Pasted text(3)
50:43 – Wrap-up
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