Andrew Rule and Cameron Williams, "A Horse Named Winx"
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A conversation with Andrew Rule, an accomplished crime author and investigative journalist, covers his passion for horse racing and his involvement in the film 'A Horse Called Winx'. The film tells the story of the legendary racehorse Winx and her trainer Chris Waller.  Rule shares his experience in horse racing journalism and the changes he has witnessed in the industry. He also shares his views on the challenges the sport faces in the modern age and what needs to be done to combat them.  Afterwards, Idol Horse Editor Michael Cox chats with journalist Cameron Williams, who conducted the interviews for the film with Winx's trainer Chris Waller and regular jockey Hugh Bowman. 
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