You’ve seen the finish lines. The photos. The trophies. But I’ve always been curious about what no one tells you about the time after the spotlight fades.That’s why I wanted to sit down with Brian and Jamie Hernandez. Brian had just pulled off one of the biggest wins of his career—but what stuck with me wasn’t the race. It was everything that came next. The drive home. The shift from jockey to dad. The way he and Jamie navigate a life built around fast horses, full calendars, and a deep commitment to each other and their family.In this conversation, Brian and Jamie opened up about the emotional highs, the everyday tradeoffs, and the behind-the-scenes partnership that makes it all work. It’s a story about staying grounded while chasing something big—and building a life that matters even more than the win.What You’ll Discover:What it actually felt like to win the Derby… and then head home to real life (10:37)Jamie’s view from the home front, and what she wishes more people understood (18:14)How they’re raising kids with a rhythm shaped by both racing and presence (19:40)The invisible labor behind the public spotlight (22:05)What keeps them connected while chasing something big  (37:10)There’s something about Brian and Jamie’s story that reminds me of all the quiet, unsung moments that happen off-camera. The balancing acts. The family dinners. The deep love that doesn’t make headlines.If you’ve ever wondered how to stay grounded while chasing something big, this one’s for you.Connect with BrianFollow Brian on InstagramBonus Feature: D Wayne LukasAlso, do not miss a special clip (41:18) with the horse trainer whose name has become synonymous with greatness, D. Wayne Lukas. And to see more about the special part of his life he revealed to me in when we talked, check out this amazing blog post made possible by his wife, Laurie, who shared with some of Lukas’s work with us.If you’ve ever wondered how to stay grounded while chasing something big, this one’s for you.See More about D. Wayne LukasCheck out my blog post, “Horse Trainer D. Wayne Lukas’s Unexpected Poetry and Perspective.”For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/brian-and-jamie-hernandez-01 To watch the video version on YouTube, click here: https://youtu.be/FKSZ875cbKs

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