The Need for Mentorship in Horse Racing

There’s a real need in our industry to invest in youth education and showcase all of the job opportunities horse racing can provide — and Don Johnson wants to do something about it. Ashley Wood and guest co-host Jessica Paquette sit down with Don, the previous manager of Philadelphia Park (now Parx Casino & Racing), to discuss PTHA Charities and its mission to expose middle schoolers to the dozens of careers in the racing industry.To learn more about PTHA Charities, visit patha.org/charities. Timestamps:00:00 — Welcome to Hot to Trot & Meet Don Johnson06:45 — Horse Racing Regulation, Safety & Industry Governance10:08 — The Future of Horse Racing Wagering & Computer-Assisted Players16:12 — Bringing Youth Into Horse Racing Through Education & Mentoring27:04 — Building Local Racing Programs & Industry Partnerships32:49 — Making Horse Racing Relevant to a New Generation40:11 — Reaching Students, Changing Perceptions & Racing Safety47:14 — Hot Seat: Coffee, Cruises, Pizza & More53:50 — Jockey Life, Marathons & Life Beyond Racing59:10 — Final Thoughts, Youth Education & How to Get Involved