Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about a particularly major sporting event coming up – the Indy 500! Held on the same day as the Monaco Grand Prix, they go over the race’s history as a Formula One event, and how and why that changed. Then they walk us through the circuit at Imola in preparation for next week’s race (which at the time of this recording, was still happening). And, sidebar, do you think Enzo Ferrari would like ANY of us? Indy 500: 3:01 Track Walk - Imola Grand Prix: 26:38 Boyfrien...
May 17, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the much-hyped Miami Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen went from a ninth-place start to race leader REAL QUICK, Fernando Alonso continued to play proud papa to teammate Lance Stroll, and hometown hero Logan Sargeant had the toughest weekend. Even though Twitter thought this race was boring, Nolan LOVED it! Find out why on today's Donut Racing Show. Qualifying: 2:00 Miami Grand Prix: 8:39 Race Results: 49:12 Boyfriend of the Week: 50:33 Get Valvoline for your car...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the full Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend, beginning with an explanation of the new Sprint Shootout rules, and their thoughts on the sprint races altogether. Then they get into colonial chic George Russell’s “oh sugar” moment, Elizabeth’s sacrificial Lance conspiracy, Checo’s epic weekend, and Fernando Alonso’s box of matches. Plus, what famous cartoon character does Nolan look like? Gonna have to press play to find out. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s new book, Rac...
May 03, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Soulburner is on another quest, so Past Gas’s Joe Weber is here to take his place! This week, Elizabeth and Alanis bring Joe down the long road F1 took to race in America. Then they track walk their way through the Baku circuit in preparation for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your way through the Formula One calendar with Elizabeth’s new series, Grand Prix Gastronomy https://grandprixgastronomy.s...
Apr 26, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Nolan, Alanis, and Elizabeth take the F1 mini-break to talk about one of their favorite topics… TAX SEASON! Or rather, the end of it for our US compatriots. They explore the various ways major players in F1 have flirted with federal tax evasion – even Nolan’s favorite international husband, Lewis Hamilton, was named in the Paradise Papers. And what did team owner Gene Haas eat in prison? By the end of the episode, the crew determines that they’re just too busy to commit tax fraud. Order Alanis’ ...
Apr 19, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Nolan, Alanis, and Elizabeth get into one of their favorite topics - sketchy F1 sponsors! With a focus on Moneytron (and its bizarre and eccentric “inventor”), a few fake prince schemes, and the hilariously incompetent Andrea Moda, we’re hoping this bite-sized episode of historical sponsors will satisfy anyone who loves a good scam artist story. And Charles Leclerc? We hope you’re doing OK, bud. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Co...
Apr 12, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Alanis and Elizabeth welcome Nolan “Soulburner” Sykes back from vacation… and he’s got a thrilling BOMB TO DROP. Then the gang recaps last weekend’s extra-silly Australian Grand Prix… and seriously, where do they begin? From cost-saving suggestions for Red Bull and Christian Horner (courtesy of rookie Oscar Piastri’s grandma) to UNO at 100 mph to the threat of a Nico Hulkenberg podium, this one was WILD - and not just because there were four (or maybe three?) red flags. Go think about what you d...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 9
While Nolan is away, Alanis and Elizabeth will play, er, deliver a concise and well-researched Donut Racing Show podcast episode. First we talk about why the Formula One calendar is structured the way it is, then get into what we expect to see during this weekend’s Australian Grand Prix. And we learn the primary physical differences between ex-F1 driver Romain Grosjean and Alanis King. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your wa...
Mar 29, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Alanis, Elizabeth, and birthday boy Nolan recap the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix – and they agree it was kind of a funny race? They talk about the upsets at qualifying, including Fernando Alonso’s start from the front row, and Max Verstappen’s start from the midfield. Then they get into the black magic and mind games at McLaren, Yuki’s intentional yelp, the broken-hearted Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen’s epic climb and Jos’s disappointment, and of course, the FIA’s frustratingly late ruling that le...
Mar 22, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 7
After track-walking their way through the Jeddah Corniche Circuit ahead of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about the complicated issue of where money comes from in Formula One. Spoiler alert: it turns out that everyone is kind of corrupt? Then they talk about their predictions for this weekend’s race in Saudi Arabia, as well as their Boyfriends of the Week. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Cook your...
Mar 15, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the FIRST RACE of the 2023 season in Bahrain… and it was a good one! They briefly touch on Red Bull’s dominance, Charles Leclerc’s tragic DNF, Zhou Guanyu’s fastest lap, and Gasly’s epic climb up the grid, before getting into the big stories from the race - the return of Jaws (Fernando Alonso), Esteban “Stebby” Ocon’s endless penalties, and McLaren’s no-good very bad weekend. Qualifying: 2:05 Bahrain Grand Prix: 8:27 Fernando Alonso: 25:46 Rookie Debuts: 33:18 ...
Mar 09, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Ooh boy, it’s time to discuss season five of the always-controversial Netflix series Drive to Survive. Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about what’s missing, what they learned, and some newfound opinions on some of the biggest players in Formula One (we love you Otmar!). Then they talk about pre-season testing, what their takeaways were, and get into their predictions for the season ahead. THE SEASON OFFICIALLY STARTS NEXT WEEK!!!! Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Follow Nol...
Mar 01, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about the remaining car launches (and THAT DOG in Fernando Alonso). Then they walk through the first track for the season in Bahrain, which will hold pre-season testing AND the first Grand Prix of 2023. We close out with a deep dive into pre-season testing – what’s the point? Is it ever accurate? We’ve got some opinions. Follow Donut Racing Show on Twitter @donutracingshow Follow Nolan on IG & Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG & Twitter @alanisnki...
Feb 22, 2023•53 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about Max Verstappen’s football arm, Ford’s return to the grid, and America’s influence on the sport thanks to newer fans. Then Nolan breaks the internet and admits he’s a secret Ford guy. We also get into the newest car launches and Christian Horner’s tendency to “tick the SEO boxes,” as well as the storied history of Haas’s sponsorships in Formula One. Ford’s Triumphant Return: 6:22 New Car Launches: 15:36 Haas Sponsorship History: 32:22 Follow Donut Racing Sh...
Feb 15, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Time flies when you’re on winter break. Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan kick off season 2 of the Donut Racing Show going over what we’ve missed in the off-season - team principal changes, corporate thirst traps, and Formula One’s odd history with social media. And of course we talk about the TITILLATING regulation changes to prepare us for the upcoming 2023 season. WE’RE SO GLAD TO BE BACK!!!!! Download the DoorDash app and enter code DRS to get 50% off up to a $20 value and $0 delivery fees! Follo...
Feb 08, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan close out the first season of DRS by talking about our outgoing drivers - GOAT Sebastian Vettel, misunderstood Mick Schumacher, and silly goofy guy Nicholas Latifi - before introducing our new drivers for the 2023 grid - super-bro Nico Hulkenberg, “excited to announce” king Oscar Piastri, ‘22 point-grabber Nyck DeVries, and Florida Man Logan Sargeant. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Follow Donut Racin...
Dec 07, 2022•58 min•Ep. 13
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan may have covered the 2022 season (okay, half of it) but they have more to talk about! They discuss the big stories of the season, including Ferrari’s championship woes (and Mattia Binotto’s recent resignation), Mercedes’s fall from the top, Red Bull’s supremacy, and our favorite teammate pairings. Then the gang talk through their favorite moments of the season, before picking their respective Boyfriends of the Year. THE STAKES ARE HIGH! Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s ...
Nov 30, 2022•59 min•Ep. 12
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about the newest driver shake-ups, King Sebastian Vettel’s retirement, and the new female drivers’ initiative. Then they recap the FINAL RACE OF THE 2022 SEASON in Abu Dhabi, where Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc won 2nd in the drivers’ championship (despite his team’s best efforts), Lewis Hamilton ended his season without a win, Mick Schumacher was scolded on radio, and Williams’s Nicholas Latifi pulled one final spin. Though the season is over, there’s more in store...
Nov 23, 2022•48 min•Ep. 11
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about everything that’s happened this week in Formula One (and it’s a lot!) like the La$$$ Vega$$$ Grand Prix, rumors that Daniel Ricciardo might be going back to his ex (Red Bull), and Pierre Gasly’s superlicence woes. Then they recap the weekend of the Brazilian Grand Prix, where Haas & K-Mag experienced a full spectrum of emotions, there were collisions and comebacks aplenty, and Mercedes’s prefect George Russell won his first Grand Prix in F1! Then they ...
Nov 16, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 10
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about Fernando Alonso’s old guy “pinching,” which F1 driver they’d take in a fight, and George Russell’s ill-timed Reddit AMA. Then they recap the (somewhat snoozy) Mexico City Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen became the first driver to win 14 grand prixs in a single season. Then they get into Mercedes’s tyre woes, Daniel Ricciardo’s first real drive of the season, and the life-changing Mariachi F1 theme song. News: 4:00 Track Walk: 24:28 Race: 29:14 BOTW: 43:34...
Nov 02, 2022•58 min•Ep. 9
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan discuss the exciting United States Grand Prix – a race that two of our three hosts attended! They chat about their experience during the race weekend, from dangerous scootering to staring into Checo’s eyes as he drove. Then they recap the US Grand Prix, which featured an exciting Verstappen-Hamilton showdown and a floppy mirror courtesy of Fernando Alonso. And, of course, they talk about how Red Bull finally won their Constructors' Championship. Go to https://RexMD.c...
Oct 26, 2022•49 min•Ep. 8
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan discuss this week in Formula One racing – from the cost cap controversy to Max Verstappen’s resemblance to a certain First Lady. There’s also the return of fan favorite CONSPIRACY CORNER. Then the gang recaps the chaotic Japanese Grand Prix, where this season’s Drivers’ Champion was crowned (in the most awkward way possible) and an on-track crane pissed off the whole world. News: 4:50 Conspiracy Corner: 19:54 Track Walk: 23:39 Race: 27:22 Pre-order Alanis’ and Elizab...
Oct 12, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 7
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk Sprint races, GOATifi, Charles Leclerc's ice baths, and of course, Valtteri Bottas's love for showing off his bod. Then they recap the rainy and DNF-heavy Singapore Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen DIDN'T win the championship and everybody got a little sassy on the radio. Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s new book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.richenergybook.com/ Get a 60-day free trial at https://www.shipstation.com/DRS. Go to https://RexMD.com/DRS to...
Oct 05, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 6
Let Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan bring a Florida Keys mindset to the private island world of Formula One racing – from Ferrari’s wacky wardrobe change to Danny Ric’s infectious personality, to the debut of Conspiracy Corner.’ Then they recap the Italian Grand Prix, where we saw the most impressive F1 debut in a long time and Ferrari (finally) didn’t screw everything up. Don’t worry, there’s still plenty to rag on them for! Pre-order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s new book, Racing with Rich Energy, here...
Sep 14, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 5
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about the hot topics from this week in Formula One racing – from the upcoming driver shake-ups to Max Verstappen’s fit choice for a Dutch royal decoration, to Lando Norris’s terribly written breakup announcement. Then they recap the Dutch Grand Prix and its various conspiracies (that some folks took WAY too seriously), plus the Ferrari pit stop that nearly broke Twitter. Pre-order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s new book, Racing with Rich Energy, here: https://www.riche...
Sep 07, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 4
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan discuss the forbidden castle vibes of Formula One racing – from Daniel Ricciardo’s McLaren contract woes to Alex Albon’s AMA to Pierre Gasly’s Tinder profile. Then they recap the Belgian Grand Prix, where leo-king Fernando Alonso had some choice words for Lewis Hamilton, and Max Verstappen once again clawed his way to the top of the podium. And yes, the crew does a collective impression of Ferrari’s tragic Question Game. Check out Elizabeth’s article on Jalopnik that...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 3
Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan take you through this week's Formula One news cycle -- from Sebastian Vettel's retirement and Fernando Alonso's team change, to the Drive It Out campaign. Then they recap the Hungarian Grand Prix and Max Verstappen's climb to the top. And of course, they scream about Ferrari's Main Character Syndrome. DRS has a searing message for Mattia Binotto and Ferrari - PICK! IT! UP! Check out Alanis’ article on the Austrian Grand Prix that was discussed in this episode: https:...
Aug 03, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 2
In the first episode of Donut Media's new Formula One-centric podcast, hosts Nolan Sykes (Donut Media), Alanis King (Business Insider, Jalopnik), and Elizabeth Blackstock (Jalopnik) take you through the highs and lows of Sunday's French Grand Prix. From driver Charles LeClerc's horror movie scream to boyish radio bickering during the battle for third, we're gonna cover it all! Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes Follow Alanis on IG and Twitter @alanisnking Follow Elizabeth on IG @elizabl...
Jul 27, 2022•52 min•Ep. 1
Donut Racing Show (DRS) brings a cheap beer mindset to the champagne-popping podium of Formula One racing. If you only watch the race on Sunday, you’re missing 70% of the picture... and that’s where we come in. Let Donut Media’s Nolan Sykes, and motor-journalists Alanis King (Business Insider, Jalopnik) and Elizabeth Blackstock (Jalopnik), be your friendly guides to the wild world of Formula One. From the frustrations (FERRARI!) to the glory (RED BULL!) to the downright disappointing (MERCEDES?!...
Jul 20, 2022•1 min
