Ep 326 - Shirley Anderson-Jolag - You feel the love in the room

In November 2024,Shirley Anderson-Jolag made history as the first female bloodstock auctioneer in Britain, bringing the gavel down at Tattersalls in Newmarket. In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, we explore Shirley’s journey in the racing world and her path to the rostrum at Park Paddocks. Shirley shares what inspired her to take on the role of an auctioneer, the preparation leading up to her groundbreaking debut, and what it was like stepping onto the stand for the first time. We also look at her role at Tattersalls, Europe’s leading bloodstock auctioneers, and how her career could have taken a different path. Tune in to hear the story of a history-making moment in the world of horse racing and bloodstock sales. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices