Iroquois Steeplechase Chief Marking Officer Autumn Eklond & Race Chairman Dwight Hall
About this episode
The episode features a discussion about the Iroquois Steeplechase, its history, and insights from key figures involved in the event.
Celebrating its 85th year, The Iroquois Steeplechase is Middle Tennessee’s social event of the year. Oh, it also raises millions of dollars for charities including the Monroe Carel Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Learn the incredible backstory of how it came to be, and what’s new for 2026 (hint: it involves live music). Hear Autumn’s emotional connection to the horse racing extravaganza while Dwight, the 1977 Champion, reveals what it takes to compete at the highest level. If you have attended or plan to, this is a must watch/listen tutorial doing a deep dive on the Percy Warner Park annual spectacle. AMONG THE TOPICS: STEALING A NEIGHBOR’S HORSE, FOX HUNTING WITH YOUR WIFE, ORIGIN OF THE HATS, CHANGING ITS NEW TUNE FOR 2026, AND I COULDA BEEN AN OLYMPIAN
More episodes of Second Cup of Joe...and John
- Patrick Cassidy – Actor, Producer/Director
- Adam Zocks – St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Nashville Race Director
- Beverly Keel – Dean of MTSU’s Scott Borchetta College of Media and Entertainment
- He WALKED 1,000 Miles and Became a BEST SELLER | David Fischette – Author, Entrepreneur & Creative Industry Leader
- Kelly Sutton – National Radio/TV/Podcast Entertainment Personality
- Tennessee Titan All-Pro Becomes ENTREPRENEUR - Keith Bulluck
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Second Cup of Joe...and John podcast page.