Horse Girl Chat: Catching up with Jessica Paquette

<p>Where are our horse girls at? In this episode, Ashley sits down with Jessica Paquette to talk about handicapping, finding your people, and learning life lessons from the horses in our lives. In this, the year of the horse, big things are on the horizon — including the Kentucky Derby, the Florida Derby, and PA Derby Day. </p><p><br></p><p>Jessica is the track announcer and director of public relations at Parx Racing. She also hosts the Amateur Hour Podcast, an inclusive and open space for horse professionals and amateurs to discuss current events and the equestrian experience. </p><p><br></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p>00:00 – Intro &amp; Welcome</p><p>00:34 – Horse Racing Connections</p><p>02:15 – Learning the Game: Handicapping Stories</p><p>04:05 – Jessica’s Life Update &amp; Horses</p><p>06:18 – Life Lessons from Horses</p><p>07:27 – Tough Winter &amp; Race Calling Challenges</p><p>10:01 – Behind the Scenes: Race Calling &amp; Handicapping Style</p><p>12:22 – Awards, Industry Recognition &amp; Competition</p><p>14:33 – Kentucky Derby Trail &amp; Top Horses</p><p>27:00 – Personal Life, Community &amp; Industry Culture</p>