Topic: Grand National

2 chapters across the catalog

Do Dangerous Things - The Wrap Up #35
42:39 - 45:12

Do Dangerous Things - The Wrap Up #35

Grand National, Horse Racing Culture, and Betting

With the Grand National approaching, the hosts discuss the social appeal of horse racing despite having little interest in the sport itself. They compare the atmosphere to "chicken in a basket" nights at the Walthamstow dog racing track, noting that the event is often more about the social gathering and betting than the technical aspects of racing. One host expresses skepticism about the level of skill involved in being a jockey.

Do Dangerous Things - The Wrap Up #35
45:13 - 48:48

Do Dangerous Things - The Wrap Up #35

Rachael Blackmore, Female Jockeys, and Formula One Comparisons

The hosts discuss the rising profile of Rachael Blackmore and the possibility of a woman winning the Grand National. They praise Blackmore's insistence on being viewed as a professional jockey rather than being defined by her gender. The conversation includes a brief debate on whether Formula One is a sport, with one host comparing the technical complexity of racing cars to the physical demands of horse racing.