The Paddock and The Pavilion - The Horse Racing and Cricket Podcast

Stephen Wallis

International Horse Racing and Cricket podcast hosted by Stephen Wallis. Listen in as I talk with the sports' stars from Newmarket and around the world. People and stories that move you.

Subscribe Play latest Open in podnodRSS feed Show website

21 episodes
Updated Friday

Episodes21

Newest first

Friday · 43 min
Richard Whitehead - What was it like to watch the FA Cup from the extra preliminary round until to the 3rd round?
In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, part of the What Was It Like To…? series, Stephen Wallis speaks to award-winning sporting author and former Times journalist Richard Whitehead about watching the FA Cup from the Extra Preliminary Round to the Third Round. Richard reflects on a remarkable journey through 14 matches, travelling from Bradford-on-Avon to Tottenham Hotspur and experiencing every stage of the world’s oldest national football competition. Along the way, he shares the stories, characters and memorable moments that made the adventure so special, proving that the magic of the FA Cup is still very much alive. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Monday · 41 min
Ep 446 - Roland Butcher - A Tribute to Sir Garry Sobers
Cricket’s greatest all-rounder, Sir Garry Sobers, is remembered in this special tribute episode following his death on 17 July 2026. Roland Butcher, the show’s cricket expert and a friend of Sir Garry, reflects on the life of the great Barbadian, whose brilliance lit up the game from his first-class debut in 1953. Roland recalls the first time he saw Sir Garry play, what it was like to play against him, and shares his memories of one of cricket’s finest players and one of its most admired figures. Former Surrey CCC and England off-spinner Pat Pocock and Cambridgeshire CCC’s Derek Wing both recall the challenge of bowling to Sir Garry, while author David Tossell highlights some of Sir Garry’s greatest achievements. David is the author of the recently published Maestro: A Portrait of Garry Sobers. The Paddock and The Pavilion is proud to honour Sir Garry Sobers – simply the best, on and off the cricket field. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 30 · 13 min
Ep 445 - Henry Dwyer - Asfoora's Last Hurrah?
Australian trainer Henry Dwyer joins the podcast ahead of what could be the final run of his star mare, Asfoora, in the King George Qatar Stakes at Glorious Goodwood. What was originally intended to be a Royal Ascot preparation and run turned into three memorable British summers. Along the way, Asfoora won the King Charles III Stakes at Royal Ascot in 2024, and Henry, Asfoora and the team created some wonderful stories. Henry reflects on Asfoora’s remarkable journey, reveals which performance he believes was her very best, and looks ahead to what could be the final chapter in the career of the three-time Group 1 winner. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 27 · 38 min
Ep 444 - Tim Cox - Glorious Goodwood
Ahead of this week’s Glorious Goodwood, The Paddock and The Pavilion heads to one of Britain’s most picturesque and historic racecourses. Stephen Wallis is joined by racing historian Tim Cox, owner of the Cox Library and former trustee of the National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket, to explore what makes Goodwood so special. Tim discusses the racecourse’s rich history, names the greatest horse ever to race at Goodwood and reveals when the term “Glorious Goodwood” was first used. Racing Post Bloodstock journalist Kitty Trice and Newmarket trainer John Berry explain why Glorious Goodwood is such a special meeting, while 2016 St Leger-winning jockey George Baker offers an insight into the unique challenge of riding the famous Sussex course. The episode also features the remarkable Ron Hutchinson, now 98, who won the 1966 Goodwood Cup for Queen Elizabeth II. From history and great champions to first-hand memories and expert insight, this is the perfect curtain-raiser to one of the highlights of the Flat racing season. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 24 · 28 min
Ep 443 - Kim Garth - From World Cup Glory to The Hundred
Fresh from helping Australia win the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, Kim Garth joins The Paddock and The Pavilion ahead of her return to Trent Rockets in The Hundred. Kim reflects on Australia’s World Cup triumph before discussing her return to Trent Bridge, where she made her Test debut during the 2023 Women’s Ashes, and her hopes for this year’s tournament. Having played in the Women’s Premier League in India, the Women’s Big Bash League in Australia and The Hundred, she also compares the three leading short format competitions. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 23 · 47 min
Ep 442 - Richard Madley - The Man who changed Cricket forever
Richard Madley became the IPL’s first auctioneer in 2008, helping launch a concept that transformed the business of cricket. A decade later, he had sold many of the game’s biggest names and become one of the most recognisable voices in world cricket auctions. In this episode of The Paddock and the Pavilion, Richard reflects on leading the first-ever British sporting auction for The Hundred, reveals what it is really like behind the scenes of player auctions, and shares stories from the IPL, where the hammer came down on some of cricket’s greatest players. Going, going, gone… Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 20 · 34 min
Ep 441 - Rosa Simkin - The Hundred: Who Will Win?
In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Rosa Simkin, recently named the MCC Young Female Broadcaster of the Year, looks ahead to The Hundred, which begins on 21 July. Rosa assesses each of the eight women’s franchises, reveals who she believes will be crowned champions, names her top run scorer and leading wicket taker for the tournament, and highlights one player to watch. She then turns the tables on Stephen, who gives his predictions for the men’s competition. Join us as we look ahead to one of the highlights of the cricketing summer. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 18 · 45 min
Ep 440 - Rosa Simkin - Australia's Triumph, England's Progress
Australia were crowned Women’s T20 World Cup champions once again, but what did the tournament tell us about the state of the women’s game? In this episode of The Paddock and the Pavilion, Rosa Simkin of Rosa Talks Ball joins us to look back at the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup. Rosa reflects on Australia’s outstanding campaign, discusses England’s progress, gives every nation a mark out of ten and reveals her Team of the Tournament. The episode also features Australian World Cup winner and opening bowler Kim Garth, who reflects on Australia’s success. Rosa also shares her personal journey following the tournament, travelling around the country to watch matches, and explains why she believes the competition can have a lasting impact on the growth of women’s cricket across the UK. Join us for an informed review of a memorable Women’s T20 World Cup and the stories and performances that defined it. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 15 · 48 min
Ep 439 - James Williams & Derek Wing - Wisbech CC v MCC 100 Not Out
In Wisbech CC v MCC: 100 Not Out, the annual match between Wisbech Town Cricket Club and the MCC reaches a remarkable milestone in 2026 as the fixture celebrates its 100th anniversary. In this episode, club captain James Williams and Wisbech legend and former Cambridgeshire cricketer Derek Wing look back at the original match in April 1926, featuring Jack Hobbs, one of Wisden’s Five Cricketers of the 20th Century. They discuss what this unique fixture means to Wisbech Cricket Club, recall their own first appearances in the match and look ahead to this year’s centenary celebration at the club’s Harecroft Road ground. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 14 · 46 min
Ep 438 - Sue Strachan - Scotland Almost Got There
In the first of my episodes looking back at the Women’s T20 World Cup, former Scotland women’s team manager Sue Strachan reflects on Australia’s World Cup triumph and, in particular, Scotland’s campaign, which almost saw them progress from their World Cup group. Sue, the former President of Cricket Scotland joins me this time as a passionate Scotland supporter. She shares her Scottish highlights from the tournament, reveals the financial challenges facing the national side, and makes a passionate plea for the ICC to do more to help Associate nations and continue the growth of the women’s game. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 8 · 54 min
Ep 437 - Roland Butcher - England in a State of Confusion
Is England’s men’s Test team in a state of confusion? Former England international Roland Butcher returns to The Paddock and the Pavilion to assess the current state of the side following their 2–1 series defeat to New Zealand. Roland gives his verdict on the future of head coach Brendon McCullum, discusses the leading contenders to succeed the retiring Ben Stokes as England’s next Test captain, and answers listeners’ questions on the challenges facing the Test side. The conversation also looks at the opening Test between West Indies and Sri Lanka in the Caribbean, before Roland gives his prediction for England’s next Test assignment against Pakistan, with the three match series getting underway in mid August. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 8 · 34 min
Ep 436 - Mark Nunn & Charlie Fellowes - Newmarket : Where Racing Meets Cricket
In this episode of The Paddock and the Pavilion, Mark Nunn, captain of Newmarket Cricket Club, and leading Newmarket racehorse trainer Charlie Fellowes preview the club’s sixth annual match against the Racing & Trainers XI, taking place on Sunday 12 July at Dullingham Sports Field. Mark provides an update on Newmarket Cricket Club’s season and reveals everything that’s planned for what promises to be a fantastic family fun day, while Charlie discusses some of the familiar faces set to feature in the Racing & Trainers XI and shares a few horses from his yard to keep an eye on in the weeks ahead. It’s a celebration of cricket, horse racing, and community in the home of racing. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 3 · 50 min
Ep 435 - Jenny Hand - Capturing the Energy
Capturing the Energy explores the life and work of Sir Alfred Munnings, widely regarded as the greatest equine artist of the 20th century. Jenny Hand, Director of the Munnings Art Museum in Dedham, Essex since 2013, discusses why Munnings should be appreciated as much more than an equine painter. We explore the qualities that made him such an exceptional artist, the influence of Constable on his work, and his remarkable ability to capture movement and energy on canvas. As Jenny says, “He makes the whole canvas move.” You’ll also hear from Canadian equine sporting artist Liz Chomicki, who recently visited the Munnings Art Museum and shares her thoughts on the museum and Munnings’ work. Recorded as the Munnings Art Museum celebrates its 65th anniversary, this episode offers a fascinating insight into the artist whose paintings continue to define equine art today. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 16 · 32 min
Ep 434 - Edward Sadler - The Legend of Black Caviar - Part 2
In the second and final part of The Legend of Black Caviar, Stephen Wallis continues the story of the Australian wonder mare who retired unbeaten after winning all 25 of her races. Edward Sadler takes up the story of Black Caviar’s legacy. Emily Hornum, curator of The Perfect Run exhibition for the Victoria Racing Club at Flemington Racecourse, talks about what visitors can expect to see in the exhibition and the reaction from those who have already experienced it. Sky Sports Racing reporter Callum Helliwell discusses Australian horses coming to Royal Ascot and his enjoyment of seeing them take part at the meeting, while Newmarket trainer and international racing columnist John Berry recalls the special atmosphere of 23 June 2012, when he was at Ascot to witness Black Caviar’s Diamond Jubilee Stakes victory. A fitting conclusion to the story of one of racing’s most extraordinary champions. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 15 · 40 min
Ep 433 - Edward Sadler - The Legend of Black Caviar - Part 1
As Royal Ascot approaches, we revisit one of the most dramatic moments in the meeting’s history – Black Caviar’s heart-stopping victory in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes in 2012. Joining us are Racing.com presenter and journalist Edward Sadler, former jockey George Baker, who rode in the race, and Sky Sports Racing reporter Callum Helliwell to reflect on the day the Wonder from Down Under survived a huge scare to preserve her unbeaten record. In part two, we’ll explore Black Caviar’s enduring legacy and discuss The Perfect Run, a new exhibition celebrating the champion mare at Flemington Racecourse. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 12 · 15 min
Ep 432 - Henry Dwyer - She needs to get back to her best
Royal Ascot is nearly here, and Australian trainer Henry Dwyer joins The Paddock and the Pavilion to discuss the chances of Asfoora in Tuesday’s King Charles III Stakes. After two disappointing runs this season, Henry believes his star mare needs to get back to her best. With Champion jockey Oisin Murphy in the saddle and another trip to Royal Ascot beckoning, can Asfoora recapture the form that saw her win the King Charles III Stakes in 2024? Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 12 · 46 min
Ep 431 - Rosa Simkin -The 20 Over Take - Women's T20 World Cup
In this episode, the final one, of The 20 Over Take: Women’s T20 World Cup, Rosa from Rosa Talks Ball joins me to share her predictions ahead of the tournament. We discuss who she thinks will lift the trophy, the teams, and players to watch, and she names her England XI for the opening match. Rosa also picks a player to watch from every team in the competition, sums up each nation in a single word, and makes some tournament predictions that may raise a few eyebrows as the action unfolds from 12 June to 5 July. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 11 · 47 min
Ep 430 - Izzy Duncan - The 20 Over Take - Women's T20 World Cup
In this episode of The 20 Over Take: Women’s T20 World Cup, cricket commentator, writer and author Izzy Duncan shares her predictions ahead of the tournament. We discuss who she thinks will lift the trophy, the teams and players to watch, and take an in-depth look at both World Cup groups. We also begin by reflecting on the inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup in 2009, won by England, and consider how the women’s game has evolved since that landmark tournament. Interview Date 28 May 2026 Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 10 · 47 min
Ep 429 - Sue Strachan - The 20 Over Take - Women's T20 World Cup
In this episode of The 20 Over Take: Women’s T20 World Cup, Sue Strachan, former Scotland Women’s Team Manager and former President of Cricket Scotland, shares her predictions ahead of the tournament. We discuss who she thinks will lift the trophy, the teams to watch, the players who could define the competition, and Scotland’s chances of making an impact on the world stage. We also look ahead to their eagerly anticipated group-stage clash against England at Headingley on 20 June, as the action runs from 12 June to 5 July, and discuss her hopes for the tournament and what it can do for the women’s game. Interview Date 17 May 2026 Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 8 · 28 min
Ep 428 - Jane Powell - The 20 Over Take - Women's T20 World Cup
In this episode of The 20 Over Take: Women’s T20 World Cup, Jane Powell, former England captain and coach, shares her predictions ahead of the tournament. We discuss why she believes this could be the most open Women’s T20 World Cup ever, who she thinks will lift the trophy, the teams to watch, and the players who could define the competition, including the key England players she believes could make the difference as the action runs from 12 June to 5 July. A passionate cricket lover, Jane captained England in a One Day World Cup final, coached England during an Ashes tour of Australia, and recently completed her term as the first female President of Yorkshire CCC. Interview Date 19 May 2026 Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices