Prediction Markets, FanDuel Shift & The High-Stakes World of Thoroughbreds | Brook Smith

Thoroughbred racing is at an existential crossroads. From shifting sports betting models to prediction platforms like Polymarket rewriting how fans engage with risk, where does the sport go from here? In this episode of The Best Bet, host Claudia Coffey sits down with entrepreneur, philanthropist, and Sierra Leone co-owner Brook Smith. Brook pulls back the curtain on Derby Week, the psychological hook of racehorse ownership, where sports media went wrong, and whether startup racing leagues can actually save the industry. 🎬 WATCH & LISTEN: • Watch full video episodes on YouTube: @TheBestBetPodcast • Stream on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🤝 PROUDLY SPONSORED BY OUR LOCAL PARTNERS: 🚘 Town & Country Ford Louisville – Your premier destination for new and pre-owned Ford trucks, SUVs, and service. Visit them online at https://www.fordlouisville.net. ⚡ LG&E and KU – Take control of your energy usage! Discover residential rebates on smart thermostats, heat pumps, and home weatherization by visiting lge-ku.com.