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The Paddock and The Pavilion - The Horse Racing and Cricket Podcast

International Horse Racing and Cricket podcast hosted by Stephen Wallis. Listen in as I talk with the sports" stars from Newmarket and around the world. People and stories that move you.

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62:00

Who will win the Men's Ashes? - Part 2

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2025/10/31

In this next episode of The Paddock and the Pavilion's Special Series Who Will Win the Men’s Ashes host Stephen Wallis talks to Tina Gough, the German International all rounder, Australian over 70s batter Murray Harrison , the Barmy Army trumpeter Simon Finch, leading National Hunt trainer Kim Bailey and David Tossell author of Blood on the Tracks, the story of England's 1974/75 tour of Australia.Together, they share their thoughts ahead of the 2025 Men’s Ashes, discussing who they think will

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35:18

Ep 374 - Kobus Olivier - It's just been overwhelming

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2025/10/29

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis takes a short break from the Ashes countdown to welcome back Kobus Olivier, CEO of the Ukraine Cricket Federation. Kobus has arrived at Rugby School with fellow coach Olena Kravchenko and seven young Ukrainian cricketers for a week-long tour of England. Olena shares her remarkable story from her early days as a dancer to becoming a cricket coach in a war-torn country. Following on from episode 370 with Kobus, this is another truly

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49:04

Ep 373 - Rick McCosker - A tour I will always remember

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2025/10/25

In this Ashes build-up edition of The Paddock and The Pavilion, we welcome back former Australian opening batter Rick McCosker, a key figure in Australian cricket during the 1970s and early 1980s.Fifty years on from his first visit to England, Rick looks back fondly on the summer of 1975, remembering not just the Ashes Tests but the whole tour from matches against the county sides to spending his days off exploring England with relatives, including visits to Derby, where his mother was

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53:06

Who will win the Men's Ashes? - Part 1

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2025/10/20

In this episode of The Paddock and the Pavilion, host Stephen Wallis begins his Ashes Special Series Who Will Win the Men’s Ashes? He speaks to Rick McCosker, the former Australian opening batter; Chloe Hill, the Northamptonshire wicketkeeper-batter; Lee Smith, Head Coach of Cambridgeshire Women; Tim Wigmore, sports journalist at The Telegraph; and Kobus Olivier, the inspiring CEO of the Ukrainian Cricket Federation.Together, they share their thoughts ahead of the 2025 Men’s Ashes, discussing who

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24:59

Ep 372 - Jenni Douglass - Sabotage at the SCG

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2025/10/16

As excitement builds for the opening Ashes Test on 21 November in Perth, The Paddock and The Pavilion heads to the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground. Returning guest Jenni Douglass joins Stephen Wallis to talk about her latest children’s book, Tess and Sabotage at the SCG, featuring her cricket-loving detectives Tess Walker and Eddie Armstrong.Jenni discusses the inspiration behind this second adventure, the people who have supported her along the way including Cordelia Griffith, the Essex and London

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50:42

Ep 371 - Ross Greenwood - Death at Fakenham races

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2025/10/12

Crime writer and horse racing fan Ross Greenwood joins Stephen Wallis to discuss his latest novel, Death at Fakenham Races. Set against the backdrop of the horse racing world, this gripping thriller asks the question, “When everyone is lying, how do you catch a killer?”Ross talks about his background and the research that brought authenticity to the story. Plus, Stephen chats with David Hunter, the real Clerk of the Course at Fakenham Racecourse, who appears as himself in the book, to hear his

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73:34

Ep 370 - Kobus Olivier - I've never cancelled a session

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2025/10/06

In this special episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, host Stephen Wallis speaks with Kobus Olivier, a South African cricket coach who has spent the past six years introducing cricket to children in Ukraine. Recorded in a Kyiv coffee shop on September 25, via zoom, Kobus shares his inspiring story of using cricket to support young people living through the trauma of war. He also looks ahead to a landmark tour of England at the end of October, a remarkable milestone for the children he has been

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11:58

Ep 369 - Henry Dwyer - End of season history maker?

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2025/10/01

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Australian trainer Henry Dwyer returns for the fifth time this season ahead of his mare Asfoora’s run in the prestigious Group 1 Prix de l’Abbaye at Longchamp on Sunday.Asfoora is already a Group 1 winner in 2025, having taken the Nunthorpe Stakes at York in August, and now she has the chance to make history by becoming the first Australian horse trained in Australia to win in France. Henry has been a breath of fresh air over the past two European

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42:19

Ep 368 - Oli Hein - Longchamp Legends - Part 2

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2025/10/01

In part two of Longchamp Legends on The Paddock and the Pavilion, host Stephen Wallis is once again joined by author and former diplomat Oli Hein. This episode focuses on the great French winners of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, many of whom feature in Oli’s book Punch a Hole in the Wind. Oli also reveals who he considers to be the greatest of them all. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram

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50:10

Ep 367 - Oli Hein - Longchamp Legends - Part 1

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2025/10/01

The Paddock and The Pavilion presents Longchamp Legends, a two-part special celebrating the greatest winners of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe. In Part 1, host Stephen Wallis is joined by author and former diplomat Oli Hein to revisit the Arc-winning champions from Great Britain, Ireland, and Italy, all of whom feature in his book Punch a Hole in the Wind. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram

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51:49

Ep 366 - Felix Francis - Dark Horse

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2025/09/28

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined once again by bestselling author Felix Francis, the master of suspense and intrigue.Felix talks about his latest racing thriller, Dark Horse, sharing the background to the book, the research that went into it, and the return of one of his most popular characters, Sid Halley. Interview date 8 September 2025 Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X,

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34:51

Ep 365 - Rosa Simkin - Can England turn it around

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2025/09/25

The 13th Women’s ODI World Cup begins on the 30th of September, with hosts India facing Sri Lanka in the opening match. It’s the first global tournament for the England team under new coach Charlotte Edwards, with Nat Sciver-Brunt leading the side as captain. In this episode, Stephen Wallis is joined by Rosa Simkin of Rosa Talks Ball and Northamptonshire’s Chloe Hill. Rosa shares her reaction to England’s squad selection and her thoughts on their chances in the subcontinent, while both Rosa and

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31:02

Ep 364 - Andy Brown - Have paint and brush, will travel

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2025/09/22

Over the years, The Paddock and The Pavilion has welcomed actors, authors, and musicians and in this episode, Stephen Wallis is joined by Andy Brown, the official artist of the 2025 Indian Premier League. Andy has painted sporting arenas all over the world, beginning with baseball stadiums in South Korea before turning his brush towards cricket. He discusses how he discovered his love of art, his journey to working with the IPL, and his passion for the game. Andy also reflects on his summer spent

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62:19

Ep 363 - Rosa Simkin - Superchargers sweep aside Brave

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2025/09/18

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined by Rosa Simkin from Rosa Talks Ball to look back at the 2025 edition of the Women’s Hundred. Together they review the performances of all eight franchises and explore how the Northern Superchargers secured this year’s title. The episode also revisits the tournament predictions. Rosa and special guest Chloe Hill for the women’s event, and Stephen for the men’s. But who came out on top? Tune in and decide for

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Ep 362 - Henry Dwyer - Hoping to make history at the...

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2025/09/11

After a run of cricket episodes, The Paddock and The Pavilion returns to the turf with the popular young Australian trainer Henry Dwyer.Henry joins the show to talk about his talented 7-year-old mare Asfoora, who is bidding to make history at the Curragh this weekend. Fresh from her stunning victory in the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes at York, Asfoora will line up in the Group 1 Flying Five Stakes, aiming to become the first Australian-trained horse to win in Ireland. Please subscribe to us

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41:28

Ep 361 - John Evans - One year on from the 1st Over...

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2025/09/10

Just over a year ago, England won the inaugural Over-70s Men’s Cricket World Cup, defeating Australia in the final at Wormsley.In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined by John Evans, England’s captain on that historic day, as he looks ahead to the Silver Ashes tour in Australia and the prospect of a second World Cup in New Zealand in February and March 2026. Also on the show is Murry Harrison, who played in the 2025 final and is aiming to be part of both the

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53:08

Ep 360 - Roland Butcher - A series of missed...

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2025/09/05

England and India have just served up one of the greatest Test series of the century, finishing level at 2–2. Joining Stephen Wallis to look back on all the drama is former England player Roland Butcher. Roland reflects on whether this summer’s contest was even better than the iconic 2005 Ashes, names his player of the series, and shares his thoughts on what the result means for England ahead of the eagerly awaited Ashes in less than three months’ time. Another episode packed with expert analysis

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Ep 359 - Tim Wigmore - Test Cricket - A history

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2025/08/29

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined by Tim Wigmore, sports journalist with The Telegraph and author of Test Cricket: A History.Tim discusses his new book, which charts the definitive story of Test cricket. The conversation covers India’s fascinating Test history, the future of the long format against the challenges of T20 cricket, and some of Tim’s personal Test match highlights. A must-listen for anyone who loves the drama and tradition of Test

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12:32

John Egan - What was it like to....win the Ebor on a...

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2025/08/22

In August 2006, York witnessed one of the most dramatic finishes in Ebor history. The 100/1 outsider Mudawin, dismissed by almost everyone, came with a late run to snatch victory in the Ebor Handicap, the world famous race first run in 1843.For jockey John Egan, it was a remarkable win, and during this episode he reveals more about Mudawin, a horse he would go on to ride 14 times, winning four of them. For trainer Jane Chapple Hyam, then new to the training ranks and still actively training today,

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Ep 358 - Henry Dwyer - A fork in the road race for...

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2025/08/21

Young Australian trainer Henry Dwyer returns to The Paddock and The Pavilion for the third time this summer to talk about his flying mare Asfoora. After finishing unplaced at both Royal Ascot and Glorious Goodwood, Asfoora now heads to York on Friday 23 August, where she lines up in the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes over 5 furlongs. Can she make amends and claim the Group 1 glory her connections are chasing? Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube

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