{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66cf085f773c5e2de56ce7df/682fe3cbfc865cdd04c23e0f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"John Messara, Australian Horse Breeding Royalty from the Arrowfield Stud in Scone","description":"<p>Season 4 of \"Who's the Boss\" is here with a stampeding adventure in horse racing! Join Adam Peacock and legendary jockey Glen Boss as they step onto the hallowed turf of Arrowfield Stud. With thousands of acres dedicated to the finest breeding, this iconic farm sets the stage for an in depth interview with Australian horse breeding royalty, John Messara.</p><p><br></p><p>John Messara shares insights into Arrowfield's journey since its establishment in 1985, highlighting its role in shaping the Australian thoroughbred landscape. The discussion covers the stud's commitment to breeding excellence, its renowned stallion roster—including the four-time leading sire Snitzel—and its contributions to producing elite racehorses. Messara also reflects on his personal journey from a young immigrant to a leader in the racing industry, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of passion, innovation, and tradition in thoroughbred breeding.</p><p><br></p><p>So kick your feet up, put your headphones on, disregard anything you're meant to be doing and allow us to take you deep into the world horse breeding and into the mind, backstory, and life of John Messara on the pristine land of Arrowfield stud.</p><p><br></p><p>0:00 - Introduction and Race Recap</p><p>0:13 - Recap of last week in Scone with Jim Cassidy</p><p>0:34 - Scone trip, golf, and race talk</p><p>0:47 - Bossy’s upcoming half marathon training</p><p>3:25 - Bossy’s most “stupid” sign-up — riding in Cox Plate</p><p>4:02 - The toll and recovery from that effort</p><p>5:27 - Peacock asks for nutrition tips</p><p>7:15 - Bossy’s memories of State of Origin</p><p>8:04 - Post-game celebrations and professionalism</p><p>9:44 - Bossy’s plans for matching jerseys</p><p>9:57 - Arrowfield Stud intro</p><p>10:46 - Interview with John Messara</p><p>11:05 - John's background and early racing days</p><p>12:01 - Breeding and bloodline strategies</p><p>14:03 - Danehill and Danzig bloodlines in Australia</p><p>17:01 - Buying Danehill amid economic recession</p><p>20:09 - Riders and breeding industry insights</p><p>22:01 - Key race moments and achievements</p><p>26:06 - Arrowfield’s facilities, challenges</p><p>27:04 - Selecting stallions and patience</p><p>29:17 - Favorite horses, breeding successes</p><p>32:50 - Sending horses to sales versus homebreds</p><p>35:17 - Changes in racing and breeding</p><p>36:11 - Industry support and international bloodlines</p><p>39:02 - Patience with young stallions and horses</p><p>40:11 - The patience needed for 2 &amp; 3-year-old development</p><p>41:01 - International influences: Japanese racing, and bloodlines</p><p>58:55 Bossy's Best</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks to our Sponsors</p><p>Ladbrokes - Sign up today www.ladbrokes.com.au</p><p>Airtouch - For all your air conditioning needs go to www.airtouch.net.au</p><p>IPE - International Premier Events. To book your tickets for your favourite sporting events go to ipevents.com.au</p>","author_name":"Glen Boss"}