Join Grace and me as we separate the signal from the noise in this week's Formula 1 news lab. We cover the top stories and rank them using authority, novelty and momentum. A legal swing at the FIA election, F1 defends its world‑feed after driver heat, a court revives the darkest scandal of the 2000s, and Ferrari’s lead man gets engaged. We’re scoring signal, arguing both sides, and telling you what to watch before Interlagos.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Daylight Saving Time Confusion
02:41 Ranking News Stories: The TPF News Lab
05:38 FIA Election Legal Challenge
08:31 F1 World Feed Controversy
11:25 Liam Lawson Incident and FIA Response
24:38 Communication Breakdown in Racing Operations
30:14 Safety Protocols and Track Marshals
32:57 The Crashgate Controversy
38:39 Engagements and Personal Stories in F1
46:58 Engagement Ring Insights
49:56 Personal Connections in Racing
52:41 Humor and Lightheartedness in F1
57:33 Names and Pronunciations in F1
59:30 Bernie Ecclestone's Legacy and Life Changes

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Join Paul and me as we review Lando Norris and Ollie Bearman's terrific Mexican Grand Prix. We cover each team and driver and offer our awards for Move of the race, Donkey of the race and Drive of the race. 

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Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 US Grand Prix covering every team and driver including Max's resurgence. We discuss Lando's rise, Oscar's fall, Carlos and Kim as well as what this might mean for the balance of the season. 

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Join Grace and me as we discuss McLaren's Papaya rules, Apple's bid for F1 rights, Mercedes and Russell, Carlos and WAGS and much more. 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Team Dynamics
02:46 McLaren's Constructor Championship and Driver Rivalry
05:31 Managing Driver Narratives and Team Orders
08:09 The Importance of Constructors' Championship
11:05 FIA Presidency and Election Dynamics
25:46 Continuity in Governance
28:27 Challenges in Leadership and Governance
31:57 Driver Contracts and Team Dynamics
43:08 The Future of F1 Broadcasting
57:52 The Balance of On-Track Action and Celebrity Focus
01:00:50 The MotoGP Model: Factory vs. Independent Teams
01:06:03 Humor in F1: Awards and Team Radio Highlights

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Join Paul and me as we review the Singapore GP including the Norris and Piastri clash, George's domination, Max's struggles and Fernando's radio. We cover every team and driver because no one else does.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Singapore Grand Prix
02:36 Race Weekend Overview and Track Conditions
05:29 Driver Performance and Challenges
08:15 McLaren's Strategy and Team Dynamics
11:03 George Russell's Victory and Team Dynamics
13:54 Max Verstappen's Struggles and Race Strategy
16:42 Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri's Battle
19:18 Post-Race Analysis and Team Reflections
37:36 Driver Dynamics and Team Strategies
40:10 Oscar Piastri's Future and Team Relations
42:50 Performance Analysis: Leclerc and Hamilton
45:56 Race Safety and Penalties Discussion
48:35 Communication Breakdown in Teams
49:32 Alonso's Resilience and Team Performance
51:50 Rookie Challenges and Team Strategies
56:43 Alpine's Struggles and Future Prospects
01:01:14 Driver Attitudes and Team Dynamics
01:04:43 Long-Term Team Development and Management
01:06:56 Race Awards and Highlights

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Join Grace and me as we discuss Cadillac's F1 engine, Horner's future, Max's Ferrari win and the sad passing of Lewis's dog Roscoe. We cover this week's news and even discuss sports cars, MotoGP and much more.

Oh, and Grace found out Jorge was owed 200K, not just 200. Still! That's only an 800k return on a 4-year lease! 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Formula One News
02:54 Reflections on Recent Races
05:36 Christian Horner's Departure from Red Bull
11:28 The Future of Christian Horner
14:19 Yuki Tsunoda's Performance and Team Dynamics
17:04 General Motors and Cadillac's Entry into F1
21:52 F1's Expansion and Innovation
24:57 The Future of Engine Regulations
28:25 Grieving the Loss of Roscoe
34:28 Baku's Extended Presence in F1
37:14 Rethinking Race Weekend Structures
46:50 The Impact of Streaming on Viewing Habits
47:43 Max Verstappen's Triumph in Sports Car Racing
50:02 Formula One Drivers Exploring Sports Car Racing
51:40 The Growing Interest in Sports Car Racing
53:25 Celebrating Marc Marquez's Achievements
57:02 Jorge Lorenzo's Unusual Investment in a Ferris Wheel
01:03:43 Adrian Newey's Work Ethic and Aston Martin Move

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Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix including Oscar Piastri's disaster. We cover every team and driver as they finished and even discuss Leclerc's unforced errors, Yuki's comeback special and more. 

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix
02:42 Paul's Racing Experience and Challenges
05:29 Qualifying Highlights and Red Bull's Performance
08:20 Tire Management and Strategy Insights
10:59 Yuki's Performance and Team Dynamics
13:55 Mercedes' Strong Showing and George's Resilience
16:31 Kimi Antonelli's Comeback and Young Driver Dynamics
19:22 Williams' Progress and Carlos Sainz's Podium Finish
21:57 Liam Lawson's Defense and Team Strategies
24:46 Racing Bulls' Performance and Team Morale
27:33 McLaren's Struggles and Race Conclusion
29:27 McLaren's Missed Opportunities
31:35 Oscar's Disastrous Weekend
33:31 Challenges of Rebuilding a Car
36:15 Ferrari's Strategy Struggles
38:58 The DRS Train Dilemma
40:45 Sauber's Performance Review
42:41 Haas and Alpine's Tough Days
44:34 Aston Martin's Penalty Problems
46:32 Awards and Reflections

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Join Grace and me as we discuss more F1 Sprint races, shorter races, and Red Bull's new philosophy. We cover driver input (novel concept) and even touch on Carlos Sainz and his overruled penalty from Zandvoort. 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Gift Exchange
02:46 F1 Sprint Race Expansion Discussion
05:45 Promoter Perspectives on Sprint Races
08:26 Driver Sentiment and Fan Reception
11:23 The Impact of Drive to Survive
14:04 Retention of New Fans in F1
16:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
21:39 F1's Viewership Strategy and Legacy
22:42 The Case for Refueling in F1
24:38 The Risks of Changing Race Formats
25:39 Future Vision and Sprint Race Expansion
27:23 The Importance of Consistency in Race Formats
28:31 The Role of Technology in F1 Viewing
30:32 The Impact of Sprint Races on F1 Dynamics
32:26 Understanding the Technical Aspects of F1
34:29 Red Bull Racing's Recent Performance
37:23 Driver Feedback and Team Dynamics
40:04 Stewarding and Racing Incidents
45:46 The Challenge of Evidence in Racing Reviews
48:38 Understanding Penalties and Accountability in Racing
50:08 The Role of Stewards in Racing Decisions
50:23 Gunther's Transition to MotoGP
51:18 JPM's Impact on Formula One Commentary
54:02 MotoGP's Visual Appeal and Fan Engagement
01:01:50 The Future of MotoGP and F1's Influence
01:05:42 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions

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Join Paul and me as we review the F1 Italian Grand Prix including McLaren's driver swap and much more. We cover each team as they finished and even discuss the Ollie Bearman penalty and why it was wrong. 

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Race Weekend Overview
02:38 Discussion on Valkyrie Performance and Mechanical Issues
05:27 Italian Grand Prix Overview and Track Dynamics
08:18 Red Bull's Strategy and Performance Analysis
11:17 McLaren's Race Strategy and Team Dynamics
13:51 Controversy in Team Orders and Driver Performance
16:39 Final Thoughts on Championship Implications
25:04 The Dynamics of Team Strategy in Racing
28:49 Oscar Piastri's Performance and Future Prospects
32:45 Ferrari's Race Strategy and Performance Analysis
36:14 Mercedes' Challenges and Team Dynamics
42:02 Williams' Progress and Albon's Performance
45:54 Sauber's Rising Star and Team Development
46:54 Podium Performances and Driver Dynamics
48:46 Strategic Decisions and Race Challenges
51:40 Driver Penalties and Team Performance
55:34 Alpine's Struggles and Future Prospects
58:23 Aston Martin's Race Woes and Team Strategy
01:01:13 Awards and Highlights of the Race

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Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix covering every team and driver as they finished. You want to relive the Dutch GP in all its glory Want to discuss the impact on Lando's championship bid? Want to know if the Carlos Sainz move was legit on Liam Lawson? Want to hear about Ferrari's botched race? We talk about it all! 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Dutch Grand Prix Review
02:23 Summer Break Reflections and Race Preparations
03:41 Track Characteristics and Challenges
06:24 Driver Performance and Strategy Insights
09:29 McLaren's Race Dynamics: Lando vs. Oscar
19:16 Oscar's Victory and Lando's DNF Analysis
24:03 Race Dynamics: Max and Yuki's Strategies
28:10 The Impact of Penalties: Carlos and Liam's Incidents
34:13 Isaac Hadjar's Breakthrough Performance
38:11 Mercedes' Challenges: George and Kimi's Race
45:38 Ferrari's Dual DNF: A Disappointing Outcome
47:05 Ferrari's Strategy Missteps
48:12 Lewis Hamilton's Tough Weekend
51:19 Williams' Performance and Penalties
53:29 Haas and Alpine's Race Strategies
57:27 Aston Martin's Mixed Results
01:00:18 Sauber's Struggles and Strategy Failures
01:02:52 Awards and Highlights of the Race

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Join Grace and me as we unleash AI on Formula 1's problems including team, car and driver issues. Can AI solve F1's problems?

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to AI in F1
02:41 The State of F1 Teams and Their Strategies
05:28 McLaren's Performance and Future Directions
08:28 Ferrari's Challenges and Strategic Solutions
11:19 Driver Dynamics and Team Communication
14:18 Leveraging AI for Team Improvement
17:04 Mercedes' Position and Future Outlook
24:48 The Evolution of Car Performance
27:24 Team Ethos and Identity Crisis
30:44 Driver Dynamics and Team Morale
34:21 Leadership Changes and Their Impact
37:37 Williams' Revival and Future Prospects
46:10 Aston Martin's Challenges and Strategies
51:05 Navigating Sauber's Transition to Audi
54:40 Embracing Sauber's Legacy
58:03 Racing Bulls: Identity Crisis and Strategy
01:01:48 Haas: Strategic Gambles for Survival
01:02:26 Alpine's Leadership and Direction Challenges

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Join Grace and me as we discuss what Christian Horner's next job should be as well as share who we think should be in the vacant 8 seats in 2026. We talk about most improved rookie and most improved team so far this season and even talk about the headlines in F1. 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Overview of F1 News
02:43 The Impact of MotoGP on F1 Fans
05:40 Christian Horner's Departure from Red Bull
08:31 Speculations on Christian Horner's Future
11:23 Creative Career Paths for Christian Horner
14:20 The Role of Humor in F1 Discussions
17:04 Imagining Christian Horner's New Ventures
19:56 Final Thoughts on Horner's Potential Career Moves
24:19 Navigating the F1 Job Market
25:24 The Dynamics of Team Politics
26:41 Christian Horner's Future in F1
27:57 The Tell-All Memoir Idea
29:05 Imagining Christian as a Flight Attendant
32:29 Christian Horner as a Relationship Counselor
34:25 Podcasting: The Next Step for Christian
36:10 Exploring MotoGP Opportunities
37:15 Sky Sports Commentary: A New Role
39:05 The Future of F1 Team Lineups
45:19 Team Dynamics and Driver Performance
47:44 Racing Bulls and Driver Selections
48:46 Haas and Alpine Driver Strategies
50:54 Cadillac's Driver Lineup Considerations
52:29 F1 Unboxed Videos and Driver Engagement
56:08 MotoGP Highlights and Driver Rivalries
59:25 Rookie Impressions and Team Improvements

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Join Grace and me as we discuss the George Russell contract, Lewis's journey at Ferrari, and who is the best driver for car development. We also have some Albon's cats and more!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Summer Break Reflections
04:52 Carlos Sainz and Team Development Insights
09:45 The Role of Drivers in Car Development
18:45 Toto Wolff's Praise for George Russell
24:37 The Dynamics of Driver Contracts
28:30 George Russell's Leverage and Future
32:15 The FIA's Controversial Rules for Monaco
39:24 Ferrari's Struggles and Lewis Hamilton's Journey
51:26 The Ferrari Dilemma
54:37 Broadcasting Insights in Formula One
56:18 The Longest Radio Message in F1 History
57:55 Gunther Steiner's New Adventure in MotoGP
01:00:58 Lewis Hamilton's Mystery Announcement
01:02:10 Alpine's Driver Dilemma
01:03:57 Lance Stroll's X-Rated Meltdown
01:05:19 McLaren's Rivalry with Red Bull
01:06:38 Emerson Fittipaldi's Obvious Choice

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Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix covering every team and drive as they finished. We talk about Max vs Lewis, Lando vs, Oscar and Gabi's great run! 

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Hungarian Grand Prix
02:45 Performance Insights from the Heart of Racing Team
05:33 Qualifying and Race Strategy Analysis
08:09 McLaren's Dominance and Team Dynamics
11:08 Aston Martin's Surprising Performance
14:02 Lando Norris vs. Oscar Piastri: A Competitive Rivalry
16:52 Final Thoughts on Race Strategy and Team Tactics
22:16 The Importance of Clean Air in Racing
24:17 Mercedes' Performance and Driver Contracts
28:18 Kimi Antonelli's Development and Challenges
29:53 Ferrari's Struggles and Charles Leclerc's Performance
34:37 Lewis Hamilton's Transition to Ferrari
36:24 Aston Martin's Strategy and Fernando Alonso's Role
38:35 Sauber's Rising Star: Gavir Bordoletto
44:03 Liam Lawson's Progress at Racing Bulls
45:30 Race Dynamics and Driver Challenges
48:01 Max's Performance and Team Strategy
50:35 Penalties and Racing Tactics
52:46 Team Performances and Driver Insights
56:29 Alpine's Struggles and Race Outcomes
58:33 Awards and Recognition in Racing
01:02:03 Upcoming Races and Future Plans

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix covering each team and driver as they finished. We cover Lando's errors, Oscar's win, Lewis's recovery drive, Max's struggles and much more. 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Belgian Grand Prix
01:25 The Challenges of Spa Circuit
03:46 Safety Concerns and Weather Conditions
07:08 Debate on Wet Racing and Tire Performance
10:50 Comparing F1 and Other Racing Series
14:39 Race Dynamics and Strategy
18:20 Lando vs. Oscar: A Race Analysis
23:54 Analyzing the Race Dynamics
25:12 Ferrari's Performance Under Pressure
27:29 Lewis Hamilton's Strategic Comeback
31:16 Red Bull's Struggles and Strategy Missteps
35:17 Yuki Tsunoda's Challenges and Team Dynamics
37:09 Mercedes' Young Talent and Future Prospects
43:44 Williams' Unexpected Performance
44:34 Race Analysis: Albon's Triumph and Carlos' Struggles
46:59 Driver Dynamics: Albon vs. Carlos
48:37 Racing Strategies: Liam Lawson and Isaac Hedger
50:34 Sauber's Consistency: Bordoletto and Hülkenberg
52:25 Alpine's Performance: Gasly's Resilience
57:01 Haas and Aston Martin: Strategy Missteps
59:16 Awards and Highlights: Move of the Race
01:01:45 Final Thoughts: Reflections on the Race

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Join Grace and me as we discuss Red Bull's 2% share transfer, Adrian Newey's Aston Martin corporate culture and Toto's new love for MBS. We cover news and even offer our version of British tabloid headlines to help Autosport out. 

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Celebrations
02:41 Anniversary Reflections and Relationships
05:42 Formula One News and Controversies
08:37 Christian Horner's Dismissal and Share Transfers
11:23 Speculations on Power Dynamics
14:12 Adrian Newey's Disinterest in Current Car
17:02 Workplace Dynamics and Meeting Culture
21:34 The Podcast Vibe and Dynamics
25:35 FIA Presidency Race and MBS's Leadership
34:30 Tire Development Challenges for 2026
42:35 The Future of Full Wet Tires
43:34 Red Flags and Tire Challenges in F1
45:09 Cultural Insights: British Slang in F1
46:12 Personal Touches: F1 Drivers' Essentials
47:37 MotoGP Updates and Rider Comebacks
49:41 Kimi Raikkonen Mode: A Unique Marketing Strategy
51:10 Tabloid Headlines: A Fun Take on F1 News
57:52 Bearman's Journey and F1's Future Challenges

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Join Grace and me as we discuss the real reasons Red Bull dismissed Christian Horner. We cover a complete timeline of the fallout between Horner and Red Bull and rank, what we believe, are the reasons for Horner's departure from Red Bull.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Red Bull's Recent Changes
02:43 Christian Horner's Departure and Its Implications
05:28 The Legacy of Christian Horner at Red Bull
08:18 Timeline of Events Leading to Horner's Exit
11:07 Internal Struggles and Team Dynamics
13:47 The Impact of Leadership Changes
16:55 Speculations and Rumors Surrounding Horner's Exit
19:51 Conclusion and Future Outlook for Red Bull
25:31 Red Bull's Competitive Challenges and Internal Dynamics
32:57 Leadership Changes and Power Struggles
40:18 The Impact of Dietrich Mateschitz's Death
46:06 Verstappen's Influence and Team Dynamics
54:11 HR Issues and Team Morale
55:39 The Jerky Persona in F1
58:04 Handling Controversies and Public Perception
01:00:58 The Impact of Performance on Team Dynamics
01:04:49 Leadership Changes and Future Implications
01:07:29 Speculations on Christian Horner's Next Move

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FIA presidential candidate and motorsport governance legend, Tim Mayer, discusses the challenges and future of the FIA. Tim and Todd explore the importance of smaller member clubs, member club value, the need for transparency and improved governance, and the future direction of the FIA

Tim emphasizes the necessity of empowering member clubs and fostering partnerships to enhance the sport's growth and integrity. They also discuss F1 stewarding consistency, Balance of Performance effectiveness, driver ratings and how a Tim Mayer FIA presidency would be a transformation of the reputation and respect for the FIA and its members.

You can support Tim and discover much more at his presidential campaign at: www.FIAForward.com

Join Paul and me as we review the 2025 Formula 1 British Grand Prix including Lando's first win and Nico's first podium. We cover every team, driver and result of the British GP and hand out our awards for the race. 

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Overview of the British Grand Prix
02:44 The Fun Cup Experience at Spa-Francorchamps
05:28 The British Grand Prix: A Celebration of Fans and Drivers
08:20 Silverstone Circuit: A Driver's Perspective
11:05 Lando Norris's Historic Win
13:49 Oscar Piastri's Penalty and Its Implications
16:29 Nico Hulkenberg's First Podium Finish
19:27 Challenges for Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton
22:25 Conclusion and Reflections on the Race
27:28 Lewis Hamilton's Performance at Silverstone
30:40 Yuki Tsunoda's Race Experience
33:14 Franco Calpinto's Misfortune
34:27 Aston Martin's Strategy and Fernando Alonso's Frustration
36:39 Lance Stroll's Strong Performance
38:16 Alex Albon's Comeback
40:12 Carlos Sainz's Frustrations
41:29 Mercedes' Strategy Missteps
43:43 Haas and the Midfield Chaos
46:33 Racing Bulls' Disappointments
47:38 Awards and Highlights of the Race

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Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix and who got it right! We discuss every team and driver as they finished and discuss the nuances of the race and even hand out awards. 
 
Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Podcast
01:51 Austrian Grand Prix Insights
05:34 McLaren's Dominance and Team Dynamics
10:58 Ferrari's Performance and Challenges
16:26 Mercedes' Struggles and Team Battles
22:20 Strengths and Weaknesses of the W16
23:27 Driver Performance and Team Dynamics
24:25 Kimi's Collision and Its Aftermath
25:56 Understanding Braking Errors in Racing
28:19 Liam Lawson's Redemption
30:26 Isaac Hadjar's Struggles
31:34 Aston Martin's Performance Review
34:40 Sauber's Double Points Finish
37:42 Haas and Ocon's Race Strategy
43:44 Pre-Race Expectations and Team Performance
47:06 Alpine's Struggles and Strategy Missteps
49:09 Colapinto's Race Challenges and Team Dynamics
50:11 Red Bull's Driver Issues and Championship Hopes
55:17 Williams' Technical Failures and Future Prospects
58:36 Race Awards and Highlights
01:00:50 Cadillac's Entry into Formula 1 and Team Dynamics

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