Matt Baker is joined by Rachel Brooks, Alpine reserve driver Jack Doohan and former Formula 1 performance engineer Blake Hinsey, to break down the United States Grand Prix. Blake explains what the plank actually is on a formula one car and why Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc were disqualified in Austin. Jack describes how having a superstar consortium (including Anthony Joshua, Rory McIlroy, Patrick Mahomes, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Travis Kelce) can give a big boost to the Alpine drivers. ...
Oct 24, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ted Kravitz is joined by Rachel Brookes to look ahead to the weekend's United States Grand Prix. There are upgrades for Aston Martin and Mercedes, but what effect will they have? Max Verstappen says Red Bull will not be breaking up a winning team, and there are some interesting comments from Lewis Hamilton about the conditions at the Qatar GP.
Oct 20, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined by Marta García, Abbi Pulling and sisters Hamda and Amna Al Qubaisi to talk all things F1 Academy. Ahead of their final race in Austin, Marta García and Abbi Pulling discuss how the F1 Academy is moving in the right direction and if the series could produce the next F1 driver. Hamda and Amna Al Qubaisi reveal what it's like racing as sisters as part of the same team and also reflect on being a racing driver growing up in the UAE.
Oct 18, 2023•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Former F1 World Champion Nico Rosberg joins Matt Baker to answer your questions ahead of the United States Grand Prix from Austin. They discuss whether Sergio Perez has let F1 fans down by not pressuring Max Verstappen for the drivers championship Nico gives his inside knowledge on how Mercedes can manage the Russell-Hamilton rivalry And they look at whether Oscar Piasri's rise in form will raise Lando Norris' game in the McLaren.
Oct 17, 2023•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined by Senior Power Unit Assembly Technician Calum Nicholas, to talk all things Red Bull and Max Verstappen's dominance. Having worked with other Red Bull drivers, he discusses what puts Max on another level and how 'perfection' has led him to chase record after record. Calum also tells us the moment he realised the RB19 was a world title winning car and reveals how they plan to take back their fastest pit stop record after McLaren timed in a 1.8 stop during the Qatar GP....
Oct 12, 2023•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ted Kravitz, Karun Chandhok, and F1 trainer Sam Village join Matt Baker to look back at a 'relentless' weekend in Qatar. They discuss how gruelling the heat in Qatar was and what could be done differently to avoid the dangers of the conditions. They review how McLaren is on the charge and celebrate the Papayas achieving the fastest pit stop in F1 history! They finish by looking at what Sergio Perez's struggles mean for his Red Bull seat next year and question if the collision between teammates L...
Oct 10, 2023•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ted Kravitz is joined by Karun Chandhok and Simon Lazenby to look ahead to the Qatar GP as Max Verstappen aims to clinch his third world title. They discuss where a third title would put him amongst the all-time greats, how long he'll continue racing, and how Mercedes and Ferrari will fare this weekend.
Oct 05, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined by British racing driver Jessica Hawkins after she became the first woman in five years to test an F1 car. The Aston Martin ambassador reflects on her experience behind the wheel and explains how it compares to the simulator. She also discusses the barriers facing female drivers and explains how the W Series and F1 Academy can help them in their pursuit of an F1 seat. Jessica also tells us how she became a stunt driver and explores the risks and rewards of the job. Plus she ...
Oct 03, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's an all Sky F1 affair this week as Bernie Collins and Anthony Davidson join Matt to look back at the Japanese Grand Prix, where Red Bull claimed the 2023 Constructors' Championship. Bernie and Ant analyse how Mercedes are setting themselves up for success next season, and what improvements could impact the relationship of Lewis Hamilton and George Russell. Finally we take a look at Logan Sargeant's future at Williams and whether they'll opt for him to take them forward next season....
Sep 26, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ted Kravitz has been looking ahead to the Japanese GP and what storylines we can expect from the 16th race of the season. He discusses whether Red Bull will win the constructors' championship this weekend, if Max Verstappen will return to winning ways as well as the ongoing struggle for supremacy at Mercedes between Lewis Hamilton and George Russell.
Sep 21, 2023•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sky F1's Simon Lazenby and Anthony Davidson join Matt Baker to look back at a dramatic Singapore Grand Prix as Carlos Sainz claimed Ferrari's first win of the season to end Red Bull’s winning streak. They debate which of the Ferrari drivers is quickest and ask which driver pairing is stronger – Ferrari or Red Bull? They also analyse what went wrong for the Red Bulls in Singapore. Will they be back on top in Japan or has a weakness been exposed in the RB19? Finally, they discuss Liam Lawson's fut...
Sep 19, 2023•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ted Kravitz brings us the latest news ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix as Max Verstappen bids for the first victory of his career at the Marina Bay Circuit.
Sep 15, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast UK radio DJ, Greg James, is the latest person to join Matt Baker on the Sky Sports F1 Podcast. He chats about his own F1 podcast 'The Fast And The Curious' (01:49) and his love for Formula 1 and motorsport (06:18). Greg also shares his experiences of being on the grid before lights out (18:54). He also gives an insight into what Oscar Piastri is like to meet (42:19) and he reveals which F1 driver would make the best radio DJ (50:05).
Sep 12, 2023•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker, Nico Rosberg and F1 content creator Aldas join for our latest pod. They review a thrilling Italian Grand Prix with Max Verstappen winning a record 10th consecutive race and the Ferrari drivers producing an epic battle for the final podium place. They discuss what Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur needs to do going forward after some tense and nervy moments between Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz during the race. Liam Lawson’s encouraging start is also discussed with his eye-ca...
Sep 05, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ted Kravitz is in Monza ahead of this weekend’s Italian GP. Ted goes over the news that Lewis Hamilton and George Russell have signed contract extensions at Mercedes, as well as discussing Max Verstappen’s chances at a record tenth consecutive race win. On home soil, what can we expect from Ferrari?
Aug 31, 2023•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast For our latest pod, Matt Baker is joined by Dutch racing driver Giedo van der Garde and F1 content creator Tom Bellingham. Giedo van der Garde reveals what Max Verstappen was like as a child, how much Jos Verstappen has impacted his son's career, and how the Red Bull driver’s maturity has changed his racing style throughout the years. They also discuss if Max is happy winning unchallenged nearly every race weekend and debate whether his sim racing is helping him become a better driver. They fini...
Aug 29, 2023•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker, Natalie Pinkham, Damon Hill and Max Verstappen's former performance engineer Blake Hinsey join for our latest pod. They preview the second half of the season and discuss at which race Red Bull's Verstappen could win his third world title. Who will come second in the driver and constructor standings behind Verstappen and Red Bull is debated. They finish by giving their thoughts as to who'll be the most improved driver on the grid and provide their bold prediction for the rest of the y...
Aug 22, 2023•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined this week by Sky Sports’ very own David Croft for a special Q&A. He discusses why he chose the life of a sports commentator (01:50), how he prepares himself for race weekends (12:34), and the most memorable races he's covered in his career so far (28:32). Crofty also explains what changes to the rules in F1 he would make to ensure more competitive racing (45:25), as well as revealing what he loves most about his job (54:23)
Aug 15, 2023•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined this week by racing icon Danica Patrick as she answers questions from social media. The former NASCAR and IndyCar driver discusses her broadcasting career with Sky Sports F1 (00:25) and how she got her first break in broadcasting (03:50). She shares her earliest motorsport memory (07:35), how she got into IndyCar (11:05) and reflects on her successful Indy 500 debut back in 2005 (14:00). Danica also reveals her biggest career highlight (19:30) and what it is like to race on ...
Aug 08, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined this week by Sky Sports’ very own David Croft and Karun Chandhok plus motorsport presenter and content creator Toni Cowan-Brown for a mid-season review as we hit F1’s summer break. The panel debate whether (11.48) Red Bull have broken their second driver and if Sergio Perez should accept the role as second driver behind Max Verstappen (35.37) Is the cost cap costing F1 attracting the top personnel (55.49) Karun believes McLaren have had the best mid-season comeback since Jor...
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ted Kravitz is braving the rain to look ahead to this weekend's Belgian GP. How will the wet weather affect Qualifying, the Sprint and the Grand Prix in Spa? Will Mercedes be able to get close to Red Bull and can McLaren keep up their great form? Ted provides all the latest!
Jul 27, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined this week by 2016 F1 World Champion Nico Rosberg and Broadcaster Liam MacDevitt to speak about (03:39) Red Bull’s ‘legendary’ record-breaking season so far, (10:28) and how Sergio Perez can deal with an 'unbeatable teammate'. The panel also debate if (23:20) McLaren could finish second in the Constructor’s Championship, (24:40) Mercedes’ confidence boost after Lewis Hamilton qualified for pole at the Hungarian GP, and (34:14) review Daniel Riccardo’s return to the grid after...
Jul 25, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ted Kravitz is in Budapest to look ahead to this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix. Ted discusses the big news of the week - Daniel Ricciardo's return to F1 - and how everyone in the paddock has reacted to the Australian's comeback. Mercedes and Ferrari are determined to improve on their performances from Silverstone, Alex Albon has had a busy week leading into the Grand Prix and there's a hairstyle update from Nico Hulkenberg.
Jul 20, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined by former Toro Rosso driver Jaime Alguersuari for our latest pod. They discuss the Red Bull junior programme and how it is not as successful as it used to be at promoting drivers to the senior team. They review Nyck de Vries’ sacking from AlphaTauri and why his results against teammate Yuki Tsunoda left him in a vulnerable position. Jaime also speaks about Max Verstappen’s special talent and how his education from karting days has led to his domination at Red Bull....
Jul 18, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker, Ted Kravitz and Bernie Collins join for our latest pod. They discuss the massive news that Daniel Ricciardo will be replacing Nyck de Vries at AlphaTauri with immediate effect ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix. They review the British Grand Prix and analyse the reasons behind McLaren's pace in the last two races as well as looking at Ferrari's struggles after another poor showing. They finish by talking about Brad Pitt's new Formula One movie as filming took place on the Silverstone ...
Jul 11, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Craig Slater joins Ted on this week’s Podbook ahead of the British GP at Silverstone. The pair take a walk around the new Aston Martin factory and describe how it compares to the factory of other teams. Discussions over track limits also continue, as well as looking at Lewis Hamilton’s latest comments on his F1 future.
Jul 06, 2023•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker, Karun Chandhok and F1 content creator Tom McCluskey join for our latest pod. They review the Austrian Grand Prix (3.28) and debate the fiasco surrounding track limits around Red Bull Ring (4.47). Max Verstappen's dominant season with Red Bull is discussed (23.21) as is the improvements made at McLaren with their upgrades in Austria (27.57). They finish by talking about the upcoming upgrades some of the teams will be making as the year progresses (41.05)....
Jul 04, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Naomi Schiff joins Ted for her debut on the Podbook as they preview the Austria GP. We discuss whether Checo Perez can compete with Max Verstappen despite being unwell, Lewis Hamilton's impromptu trip to Glastonbury, Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney's investment in Alpine and Lance Stroll's mysterious secrets.
Jun 29, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined this week by AlphaTauri performance coaches Michael Italiano and Pyry Salmela, as the trio take a close look into the training and diet of a Formula One driver. Have you ever wondered how Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton continue to perform at the highest level? All is revealed!
Jun 27, 2023•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Baker is joined this week by Ted Kravitz and Claire Cottingham to discuss a weekend of records for Red Bull as they reach 100 wins in F1, (15’30) Sergio Perez’s performance thus far and his support as Red Bull’s number two driver to reigning World Champion Max Verstappen and (34’40) a trip down memory lane to Kravitz meeting Christian Horner before claiming his Red Bull team principal title. (43’00) The panel also discuss Lando Norris’ behaviour after he was handed a five-second penalty in ...
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