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On this episode of Behind the Backstretch, we are celebrating Black History Month as we get to speak with trainer Mark Simms Jr! In our discussion with Mark, he delves into how he got into horse racing, his ambitions within the sport, what it's like to be a black trainer in the current industry, and what Black History Month means to him.
Additionally, as this episode release falls on Valentine's Day, we talk to our Youth Engagement and Academic Success Coordinator Micaela Vizcarrando and her husband Raul as they talk about how they met and fell in love on the backside of the racetrack!
(0:00) Introduction
(1:48) Discussion with Mark Simms Jr.
(16:08) Discussion with Micaela & Raul
(25:34) Outro + opportunities to get involved
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