Listen "Episode 185: Jason Holder"
Episode Synopsis
Delighted to catch up with one of Australia’s most popular and consistent jockeys. He explains the origins of his famous nickname “Stubby”.
Jason talks of his recent winning run and the enjoyment he’s getting out of his riding at the moment.
He talks of his family background and the mother who loved the races. Sue would take young Jason along and he was soon besotted with the business.
“Stubby” recalls his apprenticeship to Leon Macdonald and his early barrier trial rides.
The jockey looks back on his wins in the Goodwood Hcp and Adelaide Cup- the dream of every South australian jockey.
Jason talks of his Melbourne Cup placing. He says it was almost as good as a win.
“Stubby” pays tribute to Gold Guru and Umrum, two of his all time favourites.
He looks back on a four year stint in Queensland and his great association with the late Bruce McLachlan. He recalls the joy of a Magic Millions win, and the fall that almost certainly cost him Golden Slipper success.
He reminisces about his overseas stints including a dream run in Macau.
Jason talks about his very unusual hobby. He and daughter Paris go “Husky Racing” in the winter months.
Jason talks of his recent winning run and the enjoyment he’s getting out of his riding at the moment.
He talks of his family background and the mother who loved the races. Sue would take young Jason along and he was soon besotted with the business.
“Stubby” recalls his apprenticeship to Leon Macdonald and his early barrier trial rides.
The jockey looks back on his wins in the Goodwood Hcp and Adelaide Cup- the dream of every South australian jockey.
Jason talks of his Melbourne Cup placing. He says it was almost as good as a win.
“Stubby” pays tribute to Gold Guru and Umrum, two of his all time favourites.
He looks back on a four year stint in Queensland and his great association with the late Bruce McLachlan. He recalls the joy of a Magic Millions win, and the fall that almost certainly cost him Golden Slipper success.
He reminisces about his overseas stints including a dream run in Macau.
Jason talks about his very unusual hobby. He and daughter Paris go “Husky Racing” in the winter months.
More episodes of the podcast John Tapp Racing
Episode 559: Dar Lunn - Successful country jockey turned trainer who’s in racing for the long haul.
23/12/2025
Episode 558: Ray Thomas- Daily Telegraph Racing Editor bows out after distinguished 35 year career
16/12/2025
Episode 556: Clint Lundholm
02/12/2025
Episode 555: Braith Nock
25/11/2025
Episode 554: Alan 'Pup' Cowie
18/11/2025
Episode 553: Craig Widdison
11/11/2025
Episode 551: Jessica Owers
28/10/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.