Episode 47: Racing into the world of horse racing and wagering alongside Jonathon Kinchen

Welcome back to the Politics World Series podcast! This time around, Brandt Iden and Brendan Bussmann team up with Jonathon Kinchen to delve into the world of US horse racing and horse race wagering. 

Known as JK among friends, Kinchen is a seasoned handicapper and analyst featured on Fox Sports, making him the ideal person to outline the current state of affairs in the horse race betting arena. 

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Is fixed-odds horse race betting the way forward?

He shares with our dynamic duo how the racing industry initially missed out on the initial wave of US gaming expansion but discusses the potential for a resurgence. Kinchen breaks down pari-mutuel wagering and advocates for fixed-odds betting in horse racing, while also outlining strategies to attract a new wave of enthusiasts and bettors to the sport.

Drawing inspiration from the international scene

You’ll also gain insights into how JK envisions sports betting collaborations with racetracks unfolding, and why international horse racing hubs like Hong Kong and Dubai excel in ways unmatched by any other market. Discover why a day at the races offers an immersive experience akin to events such as the Super Bowl. 

We’ve also got some pointers on Preakness, but given the evolving field, things might have shifted.

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