Luck

[Bigsmc]

Originally Posted by helicopter11

Michael Weiner (Savage) is an opportunist who will be or say whatever makes the most money/ratings.

Isn't that true for most radio/TV "hosts"?

Originally Posted by Bigsmc

Isn't that true for most radio/TV "hosts"?

No, MOST actually believe in the lunacy they spew out.

[Kasept]

Chicago Tribune with a review suggesting dubious viewers to stick with it..

[analyizethis]

For the "newbie" a nice glossary of terms also in the article.

Watched both episodes. MEHHHHHH. Sorry don't like it at all. I was contemplating putting cholula in my eyes when the gamblers were on screen.

And what's with the pro-America nonsense in both episodes? Like there isn't horse racing anywhere else. Boo.

[goingtothewhip]

Originally Posted by Coach Pants

Watched both episodes. MEHHHHHH. Sorry don't like it at all. I was contemplating putting cholula in my eyes when the gamblers were on screen.

And what's with the pro-America nonsense in both episodes? Like there isn't horse racing anywhere else. Boo.

I noticed the "America" stuff too, but I think that is leading more to the idea of the "american dream" than patriotism. The idea that with hard work, perseverance, and a little luck... a person can get rich in this country.
Examples being Turo Escalante- immigrant who goes from selling carrots to top horse trainer. The jockeys, the gamblers, and I imagine Ace are going to be from humble beginnings as well. Think Horatio Alger more than Reagan.

[richard]

Just watched the pilot. A gritty episode set against the beauty of Santa Anita. My late friend used to say that the track is a Disneyland for adults. I found it fascinating and can't wait for more.

[GenuineRisk]

Originally Posted by goingtothewhip

I noticed the "America" stuff too, but I think that is leading more to the idea of the "american dream" than patriotism. The idea that with hard work, perseverance, and a little luck... a person can get rich in this country.
Examples being Turo Escalante- immigrant who goes from selling carrots to top horse trainer. The jockeys, the gamblers, and I imagine Ace are going to be from humble beginnings as well. Think Horatio Alger more than Reagan.

I think this is spot-on, and I would venture that, particularly with the gamblers, the American fantasy of "get rich quick" will be explored. It sure seems from the scenes from upcoming episodes, that for the winners of the Pick-6, things are going to get a lot worse.

Makes me think of the old saying, "Behind every great fortune, there's a great crime."

And I guess the season will end just in time for Game of Thrones, so win all around.

Originally Posted by Coach Pants

Watched both episodes. MEHHHHHH. Sorry don't like it at all. I was contemplating putting cholula in my eyes when the gamblers were on screen.

And what's with the pro-America nonsense in both episodes? Like there isn't horse racing anywhere else. Boo.

I just watched the 2nd episode and thought is was TERRIFIC. In this kind of format it takes more than a few shows to establish and get to know characters. By the end of the first season and into next year I think this show is going to be a huge hit. Hope so!!

What Vic said; characters are being developed nicely, and I'm sure the plot elements will all start coming together.


Ocala Mike

Originally Posted by v j stauffer

I just watched the 2nd episode and thought is was TERRIFIC. In this kind of format it takes more than a few shows to establish and get to know characters. By the end of the first season and into next year I think this show is going to be a huge hit. Hope so!!

You're delusional. They've spent a fortune promoting and it is sub-par. I watched it with people who aren't familiar with racing and they didn't like it either.

It's a show with aging stars and an obvious disdain for the average bettor. It's not acceptable.