James Dooley sits down with Joe Norris from Get Your Tips Out to break down one of the most popular betting permutations in horse racing: the Lucky 31. Because so many punters use it without fully understanding the structure, the pair explain exactly how the bet works, why it appeals to weekend bettors, and when it offers real value.

Joe walks listeners through the mechanics of the Lucky 31, covering how five selections generate singles, doubles, trebles, four-folds and a five-fold. He explains why this bet suits big racing days when confidence is high and how bonuses such as double or treble odds for one winner can dramatically boost returns.

James compares the Lucky 31 to the Lucky 15, sharing why he often prefers the latter for staking efficiency, while acknowledging why the permutations appeal to punters who enjoy multiple chances to stay alive across a full card. Together they analyse when an each-way Lucky 31 becomes profitable, how place-heavy results can still generate strong payouts, and why festival meetings with extended places are a dream scenario for this bet type.

The episode also explores strategic angles: using one big-priced horse to supercharge the multiples, avoiding poor value favourites, and assessing whether the long-term strike-rate justifies the outlay. A clear, practical guide for anyone interested in Lucky 31s, with Joe sharing his daily approach to selecting five horses for the bet.

A must-listen for punters who want to understand Lucky 31s properly and use them as a smart, structured part of their betting strategy.

James Dooley and Joe Norris break down one of the strongest angles in modern form analysis: trainer form. They explore why a stable’s momentum can make or break a bet because punters often underestimate how much yard confidence, health, routines and behind-the-scenes factors influence race-day performance.

Joe explains why he rates trainer form above jockey form, highlighting patterns like hot streaks, cold spells, vaccination periods and track-specific specialists. He shows how catching a trainer “on the crest of a wave” can deliver huge profits, while ignoring a yard in a slump can sink a bet before the stalls even open.

James adds a bettor’s perspective on value, explaining how he adjusts decisions based on price. A drifting favourite from an out-of-form yard becomes a lay, while a big-priced runner can still be worth supporting if the odds compensate for the risk. The pair also discuss black-book horses, how trainer droughts impact confidence, and when it’s right to oppose the market or stick with your tracker.

This episode gives punters a clear, actionable framework for using trainer form the right way, avoiding hype-driven traps, and spotting value where others hesitate. A must-listen for anyone serious about understanding stable cycles and turning them into betting profit.

James Dooley and Joe Norris from Sports Betting Tipsters (SBT) tackle one of racing’s most debated topics: whether an in-form jockey genuinely boosts a horse’s chance or simply distorts the betting market. They break down the psychology, the price movements and the myths that surround “hot streaks” in the saddle because punters often overreact to short-term form.

Joe Norris from Sports Betting Tipsters (SBT) explains why jockey momentum matters but is frequently overstated. He highlights how riders who land a couple of early winners can become dramatically overbet on their next mounts, creating false favourites and destroying value. James explores the other side of the argument by looking at confidence, rhythm and decision-making in the saddle because a relaxed, in-form jockey can influence how a race unfolds.

Together they revisit famous streaks like Frankie Dettori’s Magnificent Seven to show how public sentiment can overwhelm true odds, turning a 12 to 1 chance into a 2 to 1 shot purely through hype. They discuss the real impact of jockey skill versus horse ability, why the 90–10 rule still holds, and how to spot when market steam is justified or when it’s pure noise.

This episode gives punters a clear, grounded framework for evaluating jockey form without falling into the traps that bookmakers love. A smart, honest conversation for bettors who want to understand when an in-form rider is an edge, when it’s a red herring, and how to keep value at the centre of every bet.