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The Race F1 Podcast

The Race Media Ltdwww.the-race.com
If something happens in Formula 1 racing, The Race F1 Podcast has got you covered. Featuring renowned F1 journalists Edd Straw, Jon Noble, Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell-Malm, Ben Anderson and more, we’ll bring you unbeatable insight from the ground at every F1 race, including the inside line on the latest breaking Formula 1 news and gossip, informed debate about the biggest topics, and in-depth analysis after each grand prix. The feed also features other F1 shows from The Race's stable, including Bring Back V10s, And Colossally That's History!, and The Race F1 Tech Show.

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Episodes

Is Williams' new boss the right man to turn team's fortunes around?

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchel-Malm join Edd Straw to discuss James Vowles's appointment as Williams team principal and the scale of the challenge he faces to reverse its fortunes. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race Members' Club...

Jan 16, 20231 hr 4 min

Why F1 and the FIA are at war over new teams

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to explain the battle between the FIA and F1 over the mooted Andretti Cadillac entry and how it fits in with the wider political landscape. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race Me...

Jan 12, 20231 hr 4 min

How Russell vs Hamilton will stack up in 2023

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to dissect George Russell's evolution as a Formula 1 driver, how he really did against his team-mate in 2022 and what his chances are of not only beating, but outperforming, Lewis Hamilton in the new season. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Downloa...

Jan 09, 20231 hr 5 min

Andretti and GM's Cadillac F1 bid explained

Jack Benyon and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to explain what's so compelling about the Andretti/GM F1 bid, how the new Cadillac-branded team will work and what its chances of getting an entry are. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Cover art: 3D model by Chris Paul Design @ChrisPaulDesig1 /Unkredible Studios @weareunkredible Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check o...

Jan 05, 202336 min

F1's new team push and who could enter

With FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem announcing a new teams process is being looked into, Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to discuss what that means, who might be interested in joining the grid and exactly where the bar should be set for a successful newcomer. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest v...

Jan 04, 20231 hr

The big questions of F1 2023

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to pick out the big storylines of the 2023 Formula season, including the chances of Mercedes being back in the hunt, the impact of Red Bull's aerodynamic testing restrictions and whether Ferrari can do a better job. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube...

Jan 01, 20231 hr 9 min

Why F1's 2022 regs were a qualified success

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to evaluate the effectiveness of F1's major rules overhaul in 2022 against the objectives set when these ground effect regs were formulated. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race M...

Dec 19, 20221 hr 2 min

Unravelling F1’s massive team boss changes

As Frédéric Vasseur heads to Ferrari, Andreas Seidl head to Sauber, Andrea Stella steps up at McLaren and Jost Capito departs Williams, Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell-Malm and Edd Straw convene to explain what’s happening and why. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or A...

Dec 13, 20221 hr 1 min

Can Alpine emerge as an F1 frontrunner?

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Ben Anderson join Edd Straw to delve into Alpine's recent progress, its much-vaunted 100-race plan and how Pierre Gasly will slot into its 2023 driver line up. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race Members' ...

Dec 12, 20221 hr 9 min

Why Aston Martin is poised to make a big step in 2023

Mark Hughes and Claire Cottingham join Edd Straw to evaluate Aston Martin's stuttering F1 progress over the past two seasons, and why the move into its new factory should transform the team's fortunes. Come and see us live! To buy tickets to our first ever live show in London - featuring special guest Ted Kravitz! - visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on...

Dec 08, 202246 min

Why Vettel's retirement leaves a hole in F1

Special guest Lee McKenzie and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to discuss Sebastian Vettel's retirement, what he's going to do next and his Formula 1 legacy. Come and see us live! For more information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Click here to buy our 2023 wall calendar! Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join...

Dec 05, 20221 hr 5 min

Our Top 10 F1 drivers of 2022

Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell-Malm and Ben Anderson join Edd Straw for one of our most popular episodes of the year: Our ranking of the top 10 F1 drivers of the 2022 season. Our Top 10 is based on a combined vote by The Race's F1 team, who make their choices based on a driver's performances during the year. Did we get it right or wrong? Let us know on social media! Come and see us live! To buy tickets for our first ever live show in London - with special guest Ted Kravitz! -visit https://www.sport...

Dec 01, 20221 hr 20 min

The major consequences of Binotto’s Ferrari resignation

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to discuss Mattia Binotto's departure from Ferrari. They discuss why the team are splitting with their team principal now, who might be installed in Binotto's place, and what such a major change means for the Scuderia's chances in 2023 and beyond. Come and see us live! To buy tickets for our first ever live show in London - with special guest Ted Kravitz! -visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Follow The Race on Instagra...

Nov 29, 202252 min

Abu Dhabi test: Alonso makes Aston debut

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Edd Straw bring you all the news from the final day of on-track running for 2022 - including Fernando Alonso's first drive in an Aston Martin, Pierre Gasly's joy at driving an Alpine, Oscar Piastri's second official day at work at McLaren and Nico Hulkenberg's Haas debut. Come and see us live! For information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Save 20% when you spend £60 or more at The Race Shop! Follow The...

Nov 22, 202235 min

Abu Dhabi GP: Verstappen's victory, Vettel's farewell

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to explain how the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was won, what allowed Charles Leclerc to beat Sergio Perez to second in the championship and say goodbye to four-times world champion Sebastian Vettel. Come and see us live! For information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ Save 20% when you spend £60 or more at The Race Shop! This podcast is sponsored by GridRival. Click here to download t...

Nov 20, 202248 min

Hulkenberg in, Schumacher out at Haas in 2023

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to discuss the news that Nico Hulkenberg is to replace Mick Schumacher at Haas. They consider why Schumacher lost his seat, his likely next move and what Hulkenberg will bring to the team. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race Members' Club and have the opportunity to ask a question on the show Check out Fast & Loose, the ...

Nov 17, 202256 min

Brazilian GP: Red Bull row as Russell breaks through

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to discuss F1's newest winner, George Russell, Verstappen ignoring team orders, another clash between Hamilton and Verstappen and all the other action from a dramatic weekend at Interlagos. Come and see us live! For information on our first ever live show in London visit https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/pod-live/the-race-f1/ This podcast is sponsored by GridRival. Click here to download the GridRival app. To join The Race league, click here. F...

Nov 14, 20221 hr 4 min

What’s still to play for in F1 2022

Brazilian journalist Lito Cavalcanti and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to look ahead to the penultimate race of the F1 season at Interlagos and discuss the battles that are still to be won and lost – including Sergio Perez v Charles Leclerc for P2, the fight for fourth in the constructors’ championship and the Mercedes quest for a victory. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/THERACE and get on your way to being your best self. Follow The...

Nov 09, 202254 min

Is Alonso right to criticise “unprepared” Alpine?

Ben Anderson and Claire Cottingham join Edd Straw to discuss Fernando Alonso’s complaints about Alpine-Renault unreliability and delve into the 41-year-old’s performance level. This podcast is sponsored by GridRival. Click here to download the GridRival app. To join The Race league, click here. Click here to buy our 2023 wall calendar! Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race...

Nov 07, 20221 hr 5 min

What does Red Bull's future in F1 look like after founder's death?

On the weekend that Red Bull Racing clinched a first constructors' crown since 2013 in Austin, the F1 world was rocked by the death of Dietrich Mateschitz, the co-founder of the Red Bull empire and driving force behind the creation of both the Milton Keynes team and their sister outfit AlphaTauri. Ben Anderson and Jack Benyon join host Edd Straw to discuss the significance of the Austrian entrepreneur's death to Red Bull's ongoing activities in F1, including how it might impact both Red Bull tea...

Nov 04, 202259 min

Mexican GP: Could Mercedes have denied record-breaking Verstappen?

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to dissect the Mercedes strategy and whether using soft-compound Pirellis could have given it a better shot of victory - or if Max Verstappen was always destined to win. This podcast is sponsored by GridRival. Click here to download the GridRival app. To join The Race league, click here. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Ra...

Oct 31, 202258 min

What Red Bull's cost cap breach penalty means for F1

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Edd Straw convene in Mexico City to discuss Red Bull's cost cap accepted breach agreement and its implications. This podcast is sponsored by GridRival. Click here to download the GridRival app. To join The Race league, click here. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race Members' Club and have the opportunity to ask a question on the show Learn more ab...

Oct 29, 202233 min

What to expect from Audi's F1 works team

Jack Nicholls and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to discuss Audi's buy-in of Sauber, which will see the Swiss team competing as the Audi factory team from 2026 onwards. The trio outline what we can expect from Audi's move into F1, following their success at Le Mans and in Formula E, and what this means for Sauber in the short-term. Check out Fast & Loose, the Formula 1 Post Show on Amp - where commentary meets comedy. Tune in live immediately following every F1 race, drop comments in chat, o...

Oct 26, 20221 hr 3 min

United States GP: Should Hamilton and Mercedes have won?

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to review a dramatic United States Grand Prix, and ask if Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes missed their opportunity to take a first win, or whether Max Verstappen and Red Bull were always on course to triumph. This podcast is sponsored by GridRival. Click here to download the GridRival app. To join The Race league, click here. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS o...

Oct 24, 20221 hr 3 min

McLaren's cost cap 'cheating' calls and Ricciardo's 2024 hopes

Scott Mitchell-Malm joins Edd Straw to discuss McLaren’s calls for cost cap breach punishments, followed by a deep dive into Daniel Ricciardo’s 2024 F1 aspirations with Michael Lamonato and Mark Hughes. Check out Fast & Loose, the Formula 1 Post Show on Amp - where commentary meets comedy. Tune in live immediately following every F1 race, drop comments in chat, or call in as Mika, Will Arnett and Michelle Beadle are joined by a rotating list of insiders, commentators and drivers. Download the Am...

Oct 20, 20221 hr 13 min

Why Ferrari's 2022 F1 title bid fell apart

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to deconstruct Ferrari's season and explain where its world championship challenge fell short - and what the chances are of it doing better in 2023. This podcast is sponsored by GridRival. Click here to download the GridRival app. To join The Race league, click here. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race Members' Club and ...

Oct 17, 20221 hr 7 min

BONUS: The secrets of semi-automatic gearboxes

This week we have a bonus episode for you, lifted directly from our sister podcast: The Race F1 Tech Show. Each week, host Edd Straw and former F1 technical director Gary Anderson dive headfirst into the wonderful world of F1 technology, discussing the sport’s big technical talking points, getting into the nitty gritty of car design and engineering, and answering fans’ burning tech questions. On this week’s show, Edd and Gary take an in-depth look at a bit of serious F1 tech that’s used by every...

Oct 13, 202248 min

The battle over Red Bull's F1 cost cap breach

Glenn Freeman and Ben Anderson join Edd Straw to explain Red Bull's 'minor overspend breach', what the potential penalties are and how F1's cost cap controversy could play out from here. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race Members' Club and have the opportunity to ask a question on the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 10, 202239 min

Japanese GP review: Controversy, confusion, champion!

Scott Mitchell-Malm and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look back at Max Verstappen's Japanese Grand Prix victory, which sealed his second Formula 1 world championship - as well as the truck-on-track incident that so angered Pierre Gasly. This podcast is sponsored by GridRival. Click here to download the GridRival app. To join The Race league, click here. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Click her...

Oct 09, 20221 hr 6 min

Honda's first steps in possible full return + Hakkinen on Suzuka

Josh Suttill and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Edd Straw to discuss a potential small step in a Honda F1 return, while Mika Hakkinen joins us to reveal the secrets of Suzuka ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix. Check out Fast & Loose, the Formula 1 Post Show on Amp - where commentary meets comedy. Tune in live immediately following every F1 race, drop comments in chat, or call in as Mika, Will Arnett and Michelle Beadle are joined by a rotating list of insiders, commentators and drivers. Download the Am...

Oct 05, 202256 min
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