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Kevin Kerstein, PR for Churchill Downs, Ellis Park, Turfway Park / Sue Leslie, HBPA President / Cheryl L. Eriksen, Author of 'Greyhound'
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- Dec 12, 2025
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Summary
Today on Ponies 24-7 The Radio Magazine, Larry Simpson previews a packed Saturday broadcast with Cameron Wilkinson, as he fills in for Drew Behm. First, Churchill Downs’ Kevin Kerstein joins the show for the first time to break down Turfway Park’s Synthetic Championships , featuring four $250,000 stakes races loaded with Canadian talent including Caitlinhergrtness , Queen’s Command , Dresden Row , and Lucky Score . Kevin discusses the Turfway meet, the track’s history, synthetic-surface handicapping, and his career in racing communications. Also on today’s show, longtime friend of the program and HBPA Ontario President Sue Leslie returns to help wrap up the 2025 Thoroughbred season at Woodbine and Fort Erie . Sue examines this year’s challenges, horse population trends, contract considerations, her own journey in the sport, and her hopes for Ontario racing heading into 2026. In addition, author Cheryl Eriksen joins us for the first time to talk about her new book on the legendary Standardbred Greyhound - the underdog trotter who became one of the sport’s earliest nationwide superstars. Cheryl shares what drew her to Greyhound’s story, her broader work in equine wellness and communication, and how listeners can purchase the book in time for the holidays. Plus, the show includes In Case You Missed It , presented by RS Bulk Propane ; this week’s Road Trip , powered by Pineview Hyundai , spotlighting the La Prevoyante Stakes at Woodbine ; our feature Striving For Excellence – Racing Performance of the Week , presented by Kingshore Windows & Doors ; and, Larry’s Ponies Picks of the Day , sponsored by Rocket Ship Racing , with plays at Woodbine, Mohawk Park, and other North American tracks. (5:31) In Case You Missed It – Larry recaps this week’s major horse racing headli…