ITM Plus - Official Launch
ITM Plus Exclusive Podcasts, Show Notes, Highlight Horses and More!
Happy New Year - again!
Today, we are making a pretty big announcement for the ITM Network. We are officially launching ITM Plus.
But first, just as we did with the announcement of the Breeders’ Cup Premium Package, I want to make it very clear that everything we have always done around here is going to stay exactly as it's always been: absolutely free.
Over the past year, the ITM network has continuously expanded our offerings. Matt Bernier relaunched his weekly podcast, Spencer has become a staple with Redboard Rewind, Naomi joined the team to launch Talk Racing to Me, JK + 1 quickly became a fan favorite, and this summer ITM also became the US distributor for Nick Luck Daily. None of that is changing.
So what can you expect from ITM Plus? True to form, expect this to evolve over the first couple of months, “production meeting in the middle of the show” style.
For now, ITM Plus will include the following, each month:
Two or more, ITM Plus Podcasts
There will be a private podcast feed, sent to ITM Plus Subcscribers. The schedule will be flexible, by design. We will focus on large carryovers and mandatory payouts. We’ve noticed a need for this type of content; admittedly, our own Network handicapping shows focus mostly on Saturday racing which leaves a gap in coverage if there’s a mandatory payout sequence on Sunday or Thursday (our Turfway Park show from this week as an example). We are largely supported by our generous partners but securing sponsorship for a show with less than 12 hours notice becomes almost impossible. This allows us to meet the demand of our listeners.
Show Notes / Summaries
ITM is literally a Network of podcasts. That’s not changing. But we’ve received requests to essentially provide show notes as a companion to our shows. ITM Plus subscribers will receive show notes / summaries for each of our Players’ Podcast handicapping shows (and the ITM Plus Podcasts). Listening to the episode is still recommended to get the full context of the discussion but we are trying to eliminate the need for listeners to take their own notes. We decided to give this away this week. An example of what to expect is included below. Admittedly, ITM Plus subscribers are paying for convenience here.
Exclusive Horseplayer Interviews
Behind the scenes discussions with professional horseplayers. The idea here is that PTF will collate these interviews and they’ll serve as the content for the next handicapping book. ITM Plus Subscribers will get early insight into the content.
Weekend Highlight Horses and Angles from Matt Vagvolgyi
Each weekend, ITM regular and accomplished horseplayer, Matt Vagvolgyi will share thoughts on select races from around the country. He will focus on profitable angles and highlighting horses that meet certain criteria (trips, etc.).
ITM Plus will have a nominal $10/Month fee. There will be a discount for committing to a year-long subscription ($99/Year).
You, our listeners/readers, have been tremendously supportive since the launch of the ITM Network just over two years ago. As a result, we were fortunate to win the ABR Fans Choice Radio/Podcast of the Year Award. We are forever grateful for your support. Many of you have asked for more content and a few have asked for ways you can further support the Network - we hope that ITM Plus will deliver on that request.
Again, the success we’ve had is possible because of our fans and partners, and we remain committed to what we’ve been doing. Put differently, if you ignore ITM Plus, you won’t notice a difference.
If you’re interested and want to support the network, just click the button below. If you have any questions about ITM Plus, please respond to this newsletter and we’ll get back to you.
Again, thank you for your support, and as always - MYWAYP
PTF
Enjoy the free ITM Plus Show Notes from yesterday’s Players’ Podcast and if you know someone that might be interested, please share this using the button below. Thanks!
