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Aces Up the Sleeve

Hosted by Jared Shoemaker, Pati Szpyra · sports · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

A weekly podcast designed to give Pocket Aces Racing partners more insights into their horses and expose potential new fans to the finer details of the racing world.The views, information and opinions expressed during the Aces Up the Sleeve podcast are solely those of the individual guests or hosts, and do not necessarily represent those of Pocket Aces Racing LLC or Lilium Garland Media, nor any other mentioned parties. Opinions expressed are not necessarily endorsed by the hosts, Pocket Aces Racing LLC or Lilium Garland Media.The Aces Up the Sleeve podcast is provided for private, entertainment purposes only. Aces Up the Sleeve assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of this episode. While we do our due-diligence to the best of our abilities, the information contained is provided with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness.Any advice or opinions provided by or expressed by our guests are those of said guest and

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34%

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Selective

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Questions about Aces Up the Sleeve

What is Aces Up the Sleeve about?

A weekly podcast designed to give Pocket Aces Racing partners more insights into their horses and expose potential new fans to the finer details of the racing world.

Who hosts Aces Up the Sleeve?

Aces Up the Sleeve is hosted by Jared Shoemaker, Pati Szpyra. The show has published 84 episodes to date.

What has Aces Up the Sleeve covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Keeneland September Sale Preview 2026" (12 September 2026, 28 minutes), "Ask the Managing Partners - Mini Series - Aces Up the Sleeve" (18 June 2026, 14 minutes), and "Availability Episode - Skindy 24" (30 May 2026, 39 minutes).

How often does Aces Up the Sleeve publish?

Aces Up the Sleeve publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 36 minutes across 84 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Aces Up the Sleeve?

Booking probability for Aces Up the Sleeve is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Aces Up the Sleeve requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Aces Up the Sleeve's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Aces Up the Sleeve?

The strongest fits for Aces Up the Sleeve are Sports. Aces Up the Sleeve has a sports audience.

About the host

Jared Shoemaker, Pati Szpyra hosts Aces Up the Sleeve, a sports podcast with 84 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Sep 12, 202628 minS5

    We're going shopping! It's the equivalent to Christmas for the horsemen and horsewomen of the Thoroughbred industry as Keeneland September (aka the Grandaddy Sale of Them All) is set to kick off next week. Marc and...

  • May 30, 202639 minS4

    Marc went shopping! Pati and Jared sit down with PAR's bloodstock guru to talk about his latest purchase -- Mor Spirit x Skindy. The juvenile filly caught the eye of some big names, and we had to bid hard to win her...

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    Christmas Episode 2025

    Dec 26, 202539 minS3

    Merry Christmas, happy holdiays, and a peaceful season no matter what you do (or do not) celebrate! Jared and Pati talk about their family traditions, briefly touch on the year that was in advance of the Year in Review...

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  • Dec 17, 202547 minS3

    Jared and Pati were joined by trainer Jade Cunningham to talk about her early years, her time with the late great D. Wayne Lukas, and how she got to where she is today. Jade also takes a moment to reflect on her career...

  • Nov 27, 202524 minS3

    It's time to sit down with friends, family, and your favorite podcast hosts to talk about all you're thankful for in this special episode of Aces Up the Sleeve! Pati and Jared share some of their poignant moments on the...

  • Nov 13, 202528 minS3

    Pati and Dave sit down to talk about Pocket Aces PALs, the new initiative started by Dave and Cut The Deck that aims to give young fans (and their families) the owner's experience at the race track. If you want to reach...

  • Episode #4

    Recap #2

    Jun 4, 202542 minS3

    The title isn't the most creative one we've ever come up with, but it's a good description for this episode, which is a massive modge-podge of topics and discussions. Jared and Pati sat down to talk about the Belmont...

  • May 7, 202525 minS3

    Well, if you're going to win one Spring Classic on the first weekend in May, why not just win them all? Godolphin accomplished something we arguably will never see again when they took home the Kentucky Derby and Oaks...

  • Jan 15, 202548 minS3

    Pati and Jared sit down with Kirsten Green, the executive director of the Retired Racehorse Project, the organization that puts together the massive Thoroughbred Makerover every single year. Kirsten details how the...

  • Jan 2, 20251 hourS3

    Here ye, here ye! The trio assembles to recap the season that was 2024 for Pocket Aces Racing. A record one for many reasons, this episode is always a marathon anyway, but this time there was a lot to discuss. So grab a...

  • Dec 25, 202428 minS2

    Surprise! Have a Merry Christmas and very happy holidays all you loyal listeners! Team Pocket Aces Racing sits down to briefly talk about new stallion Blazing Sevens, who joined the ranks at Darby Dan this year, and why...

  • Dec 11, 202445 minS2

    Pati and Jared (when his computer wasn't leaving him high and dry) sit down with Margaux Farm's assistant trainer Chasity Hedges to speak about what got get started on the Thoroughbred path, what took her to Kentucky...

  • Episode #28

    Sales Recap 2024

    Oct 30, 202453 minS2

    The sales season is (maybe?) over for Team Pocket Aces Racing, and the trio sat down to discuss all of the new acquisitions including our first ever European purchase (and boy is he an exciting one!).

  • Sep 12, 202428 minS2

    Breeders' Cup-winning trainer Buff Bradley has moved into the sales scene since retiring from the track and sits down with the duo to speak about how his process works, how a huge sale like Keeneland September comes...

  • Sep 6, 202438 minS2

    Jared, Marc, and Pati sit down for a quick preview of Keeneland September. Known as a marathon sale for a reason, pacing, mindfulness, and how to wisely spend time are all discussed in this special episode.

  • Sep 4, 202427 minS2

    Taylor Made Farm's Frank Taylor stops into the recording room to talk about the Stable Recovery program, which was founded to help men (and soon women as well) beat their addicitions and find a stable job in the...

  • Aug 23, 202442 minS2

    The duo sits down with Keith O'Brien from the Jockeys' Guild to discuss the important work they do for all riders as well as the importance of representation among the participants of one of the most dangerous jobs in...

  • Jul 25, 202444 minS2

    Just a quick update on what the horses with availability have been doing since the last time we talked about them. Remember, always feel free to reach out to us with questions or to find out more about ownership.

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