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Old 09-19-2021, 09:06 AM
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A deserved laurel. Congratulations!
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Old 09-19-2021, 09:18 AM
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On my second trip to Saratoga from South Carolina over 15 years ago I see this food stand "Carolina BBQ" and only because of my curiosity that such a place would exist I walked over and met this guy Steve Byk. From that I:

Started on here, Derby Trail
Went in on the first two Derby Trail horses, Sumwonlovesyou & Kick'n & Screaming
Started listening to the best horse racing show which has open the doors to understanding this game and hearing from every angle

Multiply that by all the people you've impacted, and big props for adding to the sport as well as people's lives.
same here Spyder...if it wasn't for ATR, I would have lost all interest years ago
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Old 09-19-2021, 08:30 PM
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From the humble beginnings on "At The Races and Beyond" with JJ & Sam to a Jim Mckay award recipient is quite an accomplishment. Since I started listening many many moons ago you have hit on subjects I never remotely would have given a second thought to. It started out about the handicapping but now segments like "Sire Watch"with Sid Fernando and the Tony Black and Mig interviews are always something to look forward to. There is just too much to say about the enjoyment you give to umpteen thousands of listeners daily. Hopefully this is the first of many more awards that should rightfully come your way. Congratulations to a most well deserved human being.
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Old 09-20-2021, 10:26 AM
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Congratulations Steve, well deserved for all you do to educate people and promote horse racing.
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Old 09-20-2021, 11:00 AM
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Congratulations Steve very well deserved
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Old 09-20-2021, 09:51 PM
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I think that is just great Steve and well deserved. I know you enjoy doing the show, and we sure all enjoy listening to it for years. It's nice to have your work acknowledged by your peers.
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Old 09-21-2021, 05:43 PM
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Compelled to add further appreciation for the most recent set of posts.. Hearing that the show and other related endeavors helped players/fans stay interested (or rekindled interest) in the game is the most gratifying expression I can receive. THX again to all for the ongoing support and warm well wishes.
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Old 09-21-2021, 06:02 PM
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A well-deserved honor for our lifelong captain at DT.
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Old 09-23-2021, 01:16 PM
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Late to the party but can't pass up this opportunity to echo the plaudits!

So well deserved!

I can think of few people in this world that deserve to be called "A Mensch"....you are at the top of the list!

Mazel Tov!

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Old 10-06-2021, 12:51 AM
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This was really well deserved. I had the pleasure to know Jim and and he was an ardent fan of the game. I think he would be smiling down on this.
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Old 10-06-2021, 09:43 PM
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Congrats Steve. Well deserved.
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Old 10-12-2021, 02:32 PM
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Congrats. Well deserved my friend
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Old 11-02-2021, 02:08 PM
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Who did Steve Byk beat out to win this award? Must have been a deep contenious field to win such an honor.
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Old 11-02-2021, 05:10 PM
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Who did Steve Byk beat out to win this award? Must have been a deep contentious field to win such an honor.
This year's other finalist/nominees were Kenny Rice & Janine Edwards.

Previous honorees..

2019 Caton Bredar
2018 Donna Barton Brothers
2017 Randy Moss
2016 Dave Johnson
2015 Tom Hammond
2014 Charlsie Cantey
2013 Jack Whitaker
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Old 11-03-2021, 09:39 AM
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Jack Whitaker's vocabulary wasn't as adroit nor as prodigious as Steve's. I am not sure how they can be on the same list.
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Old 11-05-2021, 08:09 PM
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Jack Whitaker's vocabulary wasn't as adroit nor as prodigious as Steve's. I am not sure how they can be on the same list.
Jack didnt fill his air time with "ummm" and pauses 50 percent of the time either. He was a class act. Current company is an also ran just like the Stardom Bound. Passing tiring horses to win a breeders cup race. Some of you will understand this...
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Old 11-05-2021, 08:26 PM
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Jack didnt fill his air time with "ummm" and pauses 50 percent of the time either. He was a class act. Current company is an also ran just like the Stardom Bound. Passing tiring horses to win a breeders cup race. Some of you will understand this...
I knew your question was loaded.

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Old 11-05-2021, 10:37 PM
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Jack didnt fill his air time with "ummm" and pauses 50 percent of the time either. He was a class act. Current company is an also ran just like the Stardom Bound. Passing tiring horses to win a breeders cup race. Some of you will understand this...
I can't even imagine how awful it must be to be you.
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Old 11-05-2021, 10:45 PM
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I knew your question was loaded.

Once a scumbag...always a scumbag.
Janine Edwards and Kenny Rice are masters at thier craft. It's not even a comparison. Steve Byk is not an impressive interviewer nor is he an entertaining host. His podcast proves that doing a show of that caliber is not easy and he displays that in full fashion. If you can't fathom the criticism then go fly a kite child.
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Old 11-05-2021, 10:46 PM
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I can't even imagine how awful it must be to be you.
Go pick 7 horses in a 6 horse field then come post how one of them hit the board.
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