Business Rundown: The Hats, Big Bets, And Rich History of the Kentucky Derby

About this episode

Jeannine Edwards discusses the rich history and traditions of the Kentucky Derby with Lydia Hu.

The stage is set for the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The energy will be high once the gates fly open, but before that comes the monumental pomp and circumstance. Former ESPN reporter Jeannine Edwards had a career with racehorses as an exercise rider, apprentice jockey, and trainer. She joins FOX Business Network’s Lydia Hu to break down why the "Run for the Roses" has such a rich history and so many traditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Lydia Hu

Guest: Jeannine Edwards

Topics covered

• Kentucky Derby
• horse racing
• traditions
• history
• sports journalism

Keywords

• Kentucky Derby
• Jeannine Edwards
• Lydia Hu
• horse racing
• traditions
• Churchill Downs
• sports history

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: FOX Business Network

Places: Louisville, Kentucky, Kentucky

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