EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 35 MIN
Spendthrift Farm Legacy with Ned Toffey + Kentucky Derby Dreaming
from Paddock Pulse: Behind the scenes of the Thoroughbred Industry · host Leah
Send us Fan MailSummaryIn this episode, Ned Toffey, General Manager of Spendthrift Farm, shares the farm's rich history, its revival under B. Wayne Hughes, and insights into the stallion business, micro shares, and industry collaboration.KeywordsThoroughbred racing, Spendthrift Farm, stallion business, micro shares, horse industry, Kentucky Derby, horse breeding, racing history, horse farm toursKey topicsHistory of Spendthrift FarmB. Wayne Hughes' legacy and visionThe stallion acquisition and breeding processMicro share racehorse opportunities and industry growthIndustry collaboration and farm tourism sound bites"Secretariat really set the hook for me""Micro shares can help bring racing to more people""The horse is the heart of the industry"Chapters00:00 Introduction to Spendthrift Farm and Ned Toffey02:54 Ned Toffey's Journey into Horse Racing05:29 B. Wayne Hughes and the Vision for Spendthrift Farm08:03 The Evolution of Spendthrift Farm's Stallion Roster10:59 Micro Shares and Expanding Racing's Reach13:59 The Importance of Collaboration in the Industry16:42 Finding and Developing Stallion Prospects19:20 The Business of Stallion Acquisition21:57 Success Stories: Ted Naff and Gun Runner25:04 Looking Ahead: Future Prospects and Legacy27:51 Reflections on the Industry and Personal Favorites resourcesSpendthrift Farm Official Website - https://www.spendthriftfarm.com/Support the showPlease forward any questions directly to @paddockpulse, you can find us on twitter, instagram and facebook!Thanks for Listening!!
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