Brazil Nuts: Bec goes bonkers about Charles Leclerc’s latest news ahead of the São Paulo GP. Join our preview for one of the best circuits on the calendar to find out if the McLaren duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri will manage to keep off the threat of Max Verstappen. And why is Ben in Buenos Aires?
The new F1 championship leader, Lando Norris, was booed and jeered on the podium after winning the Mexico Grand Prix. Ben & Bec overcome a noisy hotel bar to bring you a review of all the major talking points. Norris’ win, Piastri’s problems, Verstappen’s resurgence. Plus Ben predicts who he thinks will eventually replace Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari.
With the drivers’ championship hotting up and a three-way battle between Oscar Piastri, Lando Norris and Max Verstappen, the outcome of this weekend’s Mexico Grand Prix could have huge ramifications in the title race. Bec and Ben discuss the race, which is one of the best venues on the calendar. They get stuck in to all things McLaren and pick who has the advantage in the championship. Plus, they answer your questions, including clarifications over George Russell’s position in the pantheon of greats.
Max Verstappen’s win in the US GP and the Sprint Race has turned this season’s Drivers’ Championship into a three-horse race that now leaves the McLaren duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri nervously looking over their shoulders. Ben and Bec discuss the championship permutations after the Dutchman’s victory. They also discuss the upturn in results for Ferrari - despite a curious statement from the company’s chairman coming in support of team boss Fred Vasseur. Plus they discuss the latest in the race for the FIA presidency.
Why is the U.S. Grand Prix in Austin so popular? Ben & Bec discuss one of the most iconic locations on the F1 calendar as the race in Austin has become one of the favourites for drivers, teams and media since its debut in 2012. They also discuss the championship fight between McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris and how the team should let them race. They assess if Max Verstappen is really in the running for the title. Plus, they discuss livery launches and what George Russell’s new deal means for Mercedes.
Sky F1 lead presenter Simon Lazenby joins Bec & Ben to discuss his new book, Pressure, that digs into Formula 1 and looks at the jobs behind the scenes. Lazenby has covered F1 since 2012 and lifts the lid on what it’s like being in the paddock. He shares his top experiences including jumping out of a plane in Austin while strapped to a sailor.
It’s wasn’t a thriller but it’s created some incredible talking points. McLaren won the constructors’ championship but the focus wasn’t on the success but its two drivers coming to blows. The gloves are off between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in their fight for the drivers championship. Ben and Bec discuss how McLaren will manage the conflict. Plus they discuss how George Russell, with Ben saying he’s Britain’s No.1 F1 driver. And it was another shocker for Ferrari with more misery for Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc.
Ben and Bec discuss what it takes to compete in the Singapore Grand Prix. Why has Max Verstappen never won there before and will the McLaren drama continue? Plus, they also address the sad news of Lewis Hamilton's dog, Roscoe.
Is Max Verstappen back in the title race? Bec and Ben discuss the Red Bull driver’s brilliant and dominant win in Azerbaijan while the McLarens melted. Championship leader Oscar Piastri made uncharacteristic errors and Lando Norris failed to take full advantage of the Australian’s bad luck. Plus, what a weekend for Williams’ Carlos Sainz in what was a popular podium. Christian Horner gets a Red Bull windfall and what is going on at Alpine?
This F1 packed Podcast brings you all the latest news and insights form the Formula 1 paddock.
Fresh from their trip to Goodwood Revival, Bec and Ben get stuck into previewing the Azerbaijan GP in Baku. What will happen with the two McLaren drivers fighting for the title. Have McLaren managed it the right way? What about Red Bull. Is this really the team’s “rebirth”, as Helmut Marko says? They also discuss Carlos Sainz’s overturned penalty from Monza and how Ollie Bearman could be banned in a bumper episode.
Did Lando Norris, second place in the Italian GP feel hollow? The fans in Monza made their feelings known. Bec & Ben discuss the fallout and whether Oscar Piastri will take matters into his own hands while Max Verstappen dominated and rewrote the record books in the process. It’s the Italian GP debrief.
An eclectic episode that goes off piste rapidly. Thankfully, after some talk about the paddock facilities, Ben and Bec get down to discussing the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. Is the title race over? Has Oscar Piastri got it sewn up? What about Lewis Hamilton, what’s going on there? Williams put the heat on the stewards and are F1 races too long?
Bec & Ben return from a spell in the pits and heading for new horizons. As F1 returns from the summer break, they discuss the season so far, who will win the title and can Williams keep on impressing? They also get stuck into ‘silly season’ and have their say on Cadillac’s driver choice for 2026. Plus, where is Christian Horner going?
Bec and Ben are back after a few weeks away - and what a race to feature. The São Paulo GP had the lot - and virtually killed off Lando Norris’ title hopes. There is plenty to discuss from Verstappen’s brilliance, what happens to McLaren now? And does Sergio Perez have a place on the grid for 2025 - or not. There’s loads more, including the odd swear word, so some community service/fine (delete as applicable) will be on the way!
After a fantastic week at the Singapore Grand Prix, Bec and Ben reflect Max Verstappen’s swearing, his punishment from the FIA and his protest against the governing body. Plus they discuss Daniel Ricciardo’s departure and assess his replacement, Liam Lawson.
Not one for the purists, but the Azerbaijan Grand Prix served up another cracking race and raised a number of talking points. Has Oscar Piastri’s win given McLaren a happy problem to manage. All the talk going into the race was about the Aussie supporting Lando Norris but it was Piastri who came out on top. Ben and Bec discuss the smash between Carlos Sainz and Sergio Perez and asses just how good Olie Bearman and Franco Colapinto actually are
Aston Martin have got their man. Adrian Newey, F1’s most-successful car designer, will join the Silverstone team next year with the goal of delivering them the title. Ben and Bec discuss his move from Red Bull and what it all means for both teams. Plus they preview this weekend’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Ben and Bec get stuck into the McLaren team orders saga. Have they left it too long to prioritise Lando Norris to help him win the drivers’ championship? Or should they keep on sticking with keeping things even with his team-mate Oscar Piastri?
Also, what is going on at Red Bull? Has Adrian Newey’s departure already had an impact?
Antonelli’s debut, Williams picking Colapinto over Schumacher… there is a lot to take in post Monza.
Has Max Verstappen’s out-burst during the Hungarian Grand Prix reopened a move to Mercedes? Silver Arrows boss Toto Wolff is hoping so….And what is going on at McLaren after those team orders denied Lando Norris a win? Plus Ben and Bec discuss Esteban Ocon’s move to Haas and ask if he is a trouble-maker?
Lewis Hamilton’s victory in the British Grand Prix was emotional. Coming 945 days after his last win, Ben and Bec discuss what it’s been like watching the Mercedes man going through the turmoil. They also discuss Lando Norris’ most-recent near miss and just what is going wrong with Ferrari.