James Dooley sits down with Joe Norris from Get Your Tips Out to break down one of the most popular betting permutations in horse racing: the Lucky 31. Because so many punters use it without fully understanding the structure, the pair explain exactly how the bet works, why it appeals to weekend bettors, and when it offers real value.Joe walks listeners through the mechanics of the Lucky 31, covering how five selections generate singles, doubles, trebles, four-folds and a five-fold. He explains why this bet suits big racing days when confidence is high and how bonuses such as double or treble odds for one winner can dramatically boost returns.James compares the Lucky 31 to the Lucky 15, sharing why he often prefers the latter for staking efficiency, while acknowledging why the permutations appeal to punters who enjoy multiple chances to stay alive across a full card. Together they analyse when an each-way Lucky 31 becomes profitable, how place-heavy results can still generate strong payouts, and why festival meetings with extended places are a dream scenario for this bet type.The episode also explores strategic angles: using one big-priced horse to supercharge the multiples, avoiding poor value favourites, and assessing whether the long-term strike-rate justifies the outlay. A clear, practical guide for anyone interested in Lucky 31s, with Joe sharing his daily approach to selecting five horses for the bet.A must-listen for punters who want to understand Lucky 31s properly and use them as a smart, structured part of their betting strategy.Where to Listen to This EpisodeLucky 31 Tips is available across all major podcast platforms. Choose your preferred platform below.Listen to Lucky 31 Tips on TransistorListen to Lucky 31 Tips on Apple PodcastsListen to Lucky 31 Tips on Pocket CastsListen to Lucky 31 Tips on Amazon MusicListen to Lucky 31 Tips on SpotifyListen to Lucky 31 Tips on PodverseListen to Lucky 31 Tips on Pod.linkListen to Lucky 31 Tips on TrueFansListen to Lucky 31 Tips on CastroListen to Lucky 31 Tips on CastboxListen to Lucky 31 Tips on Podcast AddictListen to Lucky 31 Tips on DeezerListen to Lucky 31 Tips on RephonicListen to Lucky 31 Tips on Player FMListen to Lucky 31 Tips on Listen NotesListen to Lucky 31 Tips on Podcast GuruListen to Lucky 31 Tips on PodchaserListen to Lucky 31 Tips on AudibleListen to Lucky 31 Tips on GetPodcastListen to Lucky 31 Tips on StenoListen to Lucky 31 Tips on Entity Home