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The Midas Touches brings the finest analysis of horse racing to the modern world. Each week, we run you through the biggest contests of the horse racing calendar, hunting for value and seeking to land the biggest touches. On top of this, we will feature an exclusive interview with a special guest each week. From musical prodigies to sporting superstars, we will ask them to pick three horses that they like for the weekend‘s action, followed by a conversation about their life and own professions. This podcast combines horse racing and hearty humour from start to finish.
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Saturday Mar 08, 2025
Saturday Mar 08, 2025
The 2025 Cheltenham Festival is almost upon us, bringing four days of top-tier National Hunt racing to one of the most beautiful sites in professional sport, Prestbury Park. Get your race analysis and best bets for every race of the festival right here.
Day 1 – from 00:00
The festival opens with arguably the highest quality day of the week, including the Champion Hurdle where Constitution Hill will aim to cement his status as the greatest hurdler of all time (GHOAT).
Day 2 - from 17:45
The Champion Chase will be a thrilling contest, with Jonbon looking for glory after a fantastic season so far.
Day 3 - from 34:20
The Ryanair Chase sees Fact To File and Gaelic Warrior in a possible Mullins showdown, while Teahupoo leads the Paddy Power Stayers' Hurdle field.
Day 4 - from 46:03
The Gold Cup headlines the final day with Galopin Des Champs heading for a record third win. He would bring the house down if he came home in front.
NAPS - 1:03:03
Good luck and have a very successful week.
XOXO,
The Midas Touches
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Boxing Day Preview Special
Join Tris and Charlie this festive season to preview the action from across the cards at Kempton, Aintree, Wetherby, and Leopardstown this Boxing Day.
The lads discuss the return of Constitution Hill, who wins the King George, which horse is coming under the radar for the Formby, and much more.
We hope you enjoy this episode - please be sure to subscribe and share.
Merry Christmas from The Midas Touches and good luck with all selections.
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
We are back!!! After 5 months out of the saddle, we're here to preview a bumper weekend of 2yo racing including the Group 1 Fillies Mile and the Group 1 Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket.
We really couldn't be more excited to be back - with a new podcasting location in the heart of London, a rejuvenated mindset and a light tan after a trip to Bali (Charlie did), we're ready to take down whatever this Saturday racecard has to throw at us.
Good luck.
XOXO,
The Midas Touches
Friday May 03, 2024
Friday May 03, 2024
Happy Christmas everyone!
Yes, it’s that time of year again. Guineas weekend is finally here and we cannot be more excited to watch the action unfold.
Join us this week to preview the first two Classics of the flat season as City Of Troy looks to defend his unbeaten record and prove that he retains the significant talent he showed as a 2yo.
Don’t worry if you don’t like short-priced favourite, though; we have double-figured prices for both the 2,000 and 1,000 Guineas as well as selections elsewhere on the cards.
Happy Guineas Weekend to those that celebrate and good luck - we hope to see you on course!
XOXO,
The Midas Touches
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Move over jumps racing; the flat season is officially here.
Join us this week as Tris & Charlie look ahead to the 2024 flat racing season. We’ll cover all the key contenders from the Classic generation - including a 40/1 poke at the Guineas - plus the biggest talking points across the divisions among the older horses.
The episode also kicks off with selections for the Craven Meeting which takes place over the next three days.
So while most are still getting over the excitement of the Grand National Festival, we have our focus firmly set on the flat. Get ready for another huge season with The Midas Touches.
Thanks for listening 🫡
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Welcome back to part 2 of The Midas Touches’ Big Cheltenham Preview.
In this episode, Tris & Charlie take on Thursday & Friday of the Festival, including the big one of the whole week; the Cheltenham Gold Cup.
Yet again, we’ve been value hunting and are not afraid to take on the big favourites from days 3 & 4, so you can find a few big-priced tips in this episode.
So whether you’re going to the track, or just watching at home, be sure to give this episode (and the one before) a listen so that you’ve got the lowdown on all the big races at the Festival this year.
Thank you for listening & we hope you have a great Cheltenham Festival week.
XOXO,
The Midas Touches
Timings:
Opening Remarks - 00.00
Day 3 Preview - 02.00
Day 4 Preview - 16.40
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Hellooooo & welcome to The Midas Touches’ Big Cheltenham Preview.
Join us for this two-part series covering all four days of the Cheltenham Festival, the marquee event of the National Hunt calendar.
In this episode, Tris & Charlie look ahead to Tuesday & Wednesday of the Festival, covering all the Grade 1 action as well as a couple of the other big races on the card.
As long-time listeners of the podcast will be aware, the lads are not afraid to take on a short-price favourite and this year will be no different…
We’re not your usual Cheltenham preview show that will tip you El Fabiolo & Lossiemouth in a Day 1 double (spoiler alert) - we want to find value for our listeners, so please press play if you want an alternative angle on the spectacular racing next week.
Timings:
Opening Remarks - 00.00
Day 1 Preview - 03.40
Day 2 Preview - 29.05
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
New year, new house, same podcast… as the old saying goes; if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it 😉
It’s been a while since we last recorded but, going into 2024, we have just one resolution at The Midas Touches; no losers.
Therefore, join Tris & Charlie for the first podcast of the year to see how long they can keep that resolution as the lads preview Cheltenham Trials day which includes the rearranaged Clarence House Chase.
Spirits are certainly high for the new year and confidence is evidently higher than ever. Fingers crossed for a very successful 2024 for all followers of The Midas Touches.
Stay tuned.
XOXO,
The Midas Touches
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
Boxing Day Sporting Bonanza feat. King George, Kauto Star, Rowland Meyrick, and Christmas
We’re nearly there… just two more sleeps until Boxing Day!
That’s right, it doesn’t matter if you’ve been naughty or nice this year, Boxing Day brings the highest quality horse racing for all to enjoy and a present from your favourite racing podcast…
The Midas Touches are hoping to spread the Christmas cheer once again this year, and have lined up selections from Kempton, Aintree, Wetherby, and Leopardstown including an outside pick in the feature race of the day, The King George VI Chase at Kempton.
Just click play to open your present; we promise you won’t be disappointed.
Happy holidays listeners!
XOXO,
The Midas Touches
Thursday Dec 07, 2023