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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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5 days ago
5 days ago
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
Guineas Preview 2024...City of Troy, a 33/1 outsider, 11/4 NAPs and more!!
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
Our 2024 Flat Season Preview!!! (+ Craven Meeting Tips at 4/1 and 14/1...)
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
Cheltenham Festival Preview 2024 - Days 1 & 2 inc. Charlie's 12/1 Tuesday NAP!!
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
Cheltenham Trials Day Bonanza! 33/1 NAP (or is it?), 5/6 LAY BET (or is it?)
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
We Preview the Tingle Creek and more... Constitution Hill | Jonbon | Sandown
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Listen to the podcast to find out what we think...
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Jumps Preview 2023/24 including 12/1 and 66/1 Antepost NAPs!!
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Welcome back to another episode of The Midas Touches - after a long summer of action on the flat, the jumps season is back in full force and we know you guys are as excited as we are…
No doubt, it can be difficult to get back into the swing of things after such a long hiatus, so we’ve made it easy for you here at The Midas Touches - this episode is your one-stop-shop to all the key talking points in every division with a view to the Cheltenham Festival in March 2024.
We are also happy to welcome back form study expert and jumps fanatic, Jamie Radford, onto the podcast. He has been doing some excellent work on his Oddschecker blog recently and rarely misses when it comes to the jumps, so it is great to have him for this episode and he has some very interesting insights into the new season.
If you want something other than the Constitution Hill / El Fabiolo double that other podcasts will offer, then this is your place - we are never afraid to take on the shorties and this jumps season will be no different.
On that note, there will be plenty more content coming over the course of the 2023-24 jumps season, so tune in to The Midas Touches for all the hottest takes to stay ahead of the game (and, importantly, the bookies).
Finally, as an added bonus for listeners, we have a couple of selections for the racing at Cheltenham this weekend, so make sure to listen to the end to catch those.
Divisions Covered (in order):
- Novice Hurdlers
- Novice Chasers
- 2m Hurdlers
- 3m Hurdlers
- 2m Chasers
- 2m4f Chasers
- 3m Chasers
- Grand National Prospects