Tues. 08/05 ATR what a depressing show
 

During the triple crown series Steve, Haskin, and others said not to take Dutrow to serious because that's his personality, he's a new yorker, brashgodocious and really adds a little spice to the racing game.Now he said
a few things about Curlin, which are factually true, and Steve ripped him apart. He must have been in a bad mood. Also this Chuck Simon is the most negative trainer I've ever heard, he has nothing positive to say about anybody or anything. He downgrades the Japan Cup Surburban, Big Brown,
I know he is entitled to his opinion, but he only talks about the negative. What a difference between his interview, and someone like Larry Jones,Shug
Madella, Frankel, Zito and that'smy opinion! Let me say that most of the shows are great, just a bummer yesterday.

At least they didnt have a 10 year old on the show giving out picks. :rolleyes:

I think Steve and Haskin may have the exclusive on T-Shirts promoting the potential matchup of Curlin and Big Brown. They're just doing what they have to do to boost sales.

If Chuck Simon sounds negative, it's likely he got cut out of the deal, so I give him a pass.

I'm not sure what a "Surbanban" is. Is it anything I can eat?

Sorry about spelling of Surburban, I know i sound negative, but this Simon on every show he is on is bad news from him. Go back and listen to archives.

Chuck's not always negative. He must've done some physical labor before the show.

Maybe you're right i've only been listening for a year now , I guess i missed his good interviews.

I know I'm hung over but.........what??????

Still drinking on Tuesday nights?

I think it's funny when people pick out one word or sentence from this guy's posts to question, as if the rest of the post makes sense.

I never have listened to the show. In my opinion, talk shows are a waste of time (sort of like this post).

You should check the archives on the website. I highly recommend 'A Stich in Time' segment.

I tip my cap to your cognitive powers then.

i have no idea, but 'bragadocious' (believe that is spelled correctly) is analogous to 'brash', which would sort of make sense in the context. i think. :zz:

If Chuck Simon Sounds Negative, Then Thats Just Fine With Me. What Do You Want In Your World, Rose Colored Glasses? He Is Actually One Of The Nicest Guys You Will Meet In The Game.

One of the biggest problems that this sport faces is that the "racing media" has often consisted of flowery prose about lovely horses and press releases announcing "news" like a post race concert series. Adding to this is the inhouse "racing experts" who often know little to nothing about handicapping, training, riding or the historical aspects of the sport. One of the great things about this meet is the siros seminars which feature guys who actually get the sport, understand the wagering and handicapping aspect and realize the historical signifigance or lack thereof of certain performances and events. Steve's show which is unique in it is a daily show that needs to fill 3 hours a day is in many ways the equilivent of the Siros show on the air. He is passionate about the sport and attempts to educate the general listening public about the "other side of the fence" which is often the truth. In my case I am not afraid to tell the truth and speak in plain terms unlike some of the diplomatic trainers that you mentioned. Maybe you want to believe that Jess jackson is some wonderful guy and curlin is a racing god and Dutrow is colorful. Maybe you want to believe in the tooth fairy and Santa Claus too? This is 2008 and people want information and they want educated opinions. Steve and I give you both. If you choose not to like what we say, your call. But I will continue to swoon when people need to look at the beyer figure before determining whether a race was good or not and when a horse who has done nothing really special gets his "legacy" talked about. Am I excited over the prospect of Curlin in the Woodward? Not particularly. Would it be an interesting story if he ran against BB? Sure. If it is Curlin against the 7 dwarfs that ran in the Whitney or Steven Foster, how exciting is that? Is Curlin running in the Japan Cup Dirt an exciting development? No. Do I think that his 4 year old campaign has been "great for racing" like the other sheep? Not really. maybe because i have seen great horses up close and personal. maybe because I grew up in Saratoga and saw truly great races and still remember when horses needed to run in races to have a "legacy".

If you want fluff and bs, listen to Dave Johnsons show.

DOOOOOWN the stretch they come!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Caton Bredar gave out the Hambo winner there on Saturday

He has only won how many in a row?

Note the sarcasm... he's like 13-0 and paid $2.40 to win. What a great piece of info that was. :D

like any show the dave johnson show has guests on there that you could make some $ paying some attention to and others that you would be best served ignoring

good reply chuck! give that man a peach pie!!!!!!!!!!!!

Curious... You usurp my largess here and yet feel compelled to demean the 60-70 hours a week I devote to bringing the game to fans and horseplayers on radio. Thanks for your input.

I thought I was the one with a large ass?

I get this post. However, I have a couple of issues with this. I do not believe one can compare Curlin and Big Brown to horses of past years. The game has changed too much. Curlin and Big Brown are the two most important horses that are racing in the U.S today. Talking about one's legacy is pointless. I think one should speak the truth regardless if it is rosey or black. One has to recognize what Big Brown and Curlin has done based on their racing career. They cannot help the quality of their foes. No matter what your opinion, you have to give respect to these two horses simply based on their wins:not beyers, times, foes, or mythical matchups.

SDJ,

The Brown/Dutrow story has evolved since Triple Crown season. Dutrow's comments the other day were just ridiculous... they deserved to be derided.

Chuck understands more about the game than most anyone and is not shy about voicing his opinion. There is no mainstream media around to intelligently discuss racing on a daily basis like ATR can, and I do my best to have as many topical guests as possible to provide and promote that discussion.

You are welcome. Input on any level is very important.

I laughed.

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That was enjoyable. It is not as big as The Sarge's.

Oh the old Attorney joke. Good stuff right there.

Steve,

usurp and largess??? I looked them up and got the point (I think) but I am truly jealous that you can remember words like that... Not just those words but a million tough ones.

Now, I've been around you a lot so I'm fairly confident that you do not carry around a thesaures. But how can you remember so many big words! Do you memorize poetry to help your brain or are you just plain awesome?? :{>:

I think the show is a waste of time, too.



Well, I do "waste" alot of my time with the podcasts, but it is a fun waste of time, and I waste alot of time in Arizona now because of the show...

Now that was a funny damn post. Love it, and totally got it...

They should play the show during some of Steve Barham's classes... may keep some people awake.. :D

i hate to be "that guy" but that plate is expired..... you've been riding dirty for almost a week now on that thing:eek:

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I understand what you are saying. I said on the air exactly what you said in your last sentence but the connections are the ones who provide fodder for talk radio shows and newspaper columnists. Jackson is the one who continues to talk of Curlins legacy. Iavarone and Dutrow have certainly said enough not to have to rehash here. When they make the statements like they have, they are the ones who are putting their horses in a historical context. Big Brown has won the Fl Derby, Ky Derby, Preakness and Haskell. Pretty good but far from much different than any number of horses in the last 10 years, none of which had connections that wanted praise heaped upon their horse like the IEAH gang and Dutrow. As far as Curlin, he has won the Ark Derby, Preakness, Gold Cup, Classic, Dubai WC, and Steven Foster. Pretty nice record but not that different than Silver Charm or Real Quiet who never had their "legacy" discussed in hushed tones. They may be the most visable horses racing right now but that doesnt mean that we cant critique their performances (as BB's simply wasnt very inspiring) or their place in history (where exactly does Curlin fit?) in critical fashion.

Very good point. I like when owners and trainers stay quiet and let the horse do the talking. Call me old fashion, but I do not like self promotion. Since you are a trainer...why do you think "legacy" is so important to them? Is it all ego driven?