Tony is pretty much a treasure to have as 'the voice of the jockey' on ATR. He has seen and done it all, good and bad. He's the ultimate journeyman as one of the all time winningest riders in the sport's history with 5,200+ wins, but short of Hall of Fame credentials. His personal life experience also makes for ideal perspective on the hazards and temptations for young riders. He is a lynchpin back to the show's origins as well.
As for the Philadelphia conversation, as a decade-long Eagles season ticket holder at the Vet (Sec. 729, Row 13) and life-long Birds fan, I feel as qualified to identify with the city as anyone that has lived there. It's as unique a town as there is, and while cities throughout the rest of the country may think their sports adoration is the same as the passion of Philadelphians, it simply isn't.
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