⭐ Feature: The Kentucky Derby

Big hats, and the most exciting two minutes in sports—yep, we're headed to Kentucky! 🏇 In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Kentucky Derby, an iconic horse racing event that’s been captivating crowds since 1875. From fancy fashion and mint juleps to cigar traditions and million-dollar thoroughbreds, you’ll get the full Derby experience. We’ll explore the history and highlights of the event, learn key vocabulary related to horse racing, and talk honestly about the controversies that surround the sport. You'll hear how much it costs to attend, what people wear, what they eat, and what it’s really like to spend a day at Churchill Downs. Have you been? Let me know on Instagram @americanenglishpodcast. 🎧 Mentioned in the Episode This episode is part of Season 3. Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT FOR SEASONS 1 - 3  (with 5 in-depth courses to improve your English; includes all transcripts + mp3s) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices