Shift+F1: A Formula 1 Podcast Shift+F1: A Formula 1 Podcast

360 - Dutch GP Prerace 2026

Aug 19, 2026 · 1h 31m

Summary

The hosts discuss the chaotic leadership change at the Cadillac F1 team, replacing Graham Loudon with Marcin Budkowski, and analyze Stefano Domenicali’s controversial decision to remove technical telemetry graphics based on advice from George Lucas. They also cover the FIA lifting restrictions on Russian and Belarusian drivers competing under their national flags. Finally, the episode previews the final Zandvoort Grand Prix, reviewing current championship standings and track characteristics.

Topics discussed

Pepsi Zero Sugar commercial Intro and episode 360 shoutouts Smart fridges and milkman subscriptions Chris Hemsworth film discussion Cadillac F1 team leadership changes ChatGPT Work sponsor read George Lucas and F1 fan engagement FIA lifts restrictions on Russian drivers Zandvoort race preview and standings Driver personalities and media training Listener email on early racing history Tour de France cycling incident analysis Geopolitics of Azerbaijan and Iran On this day in F1 history and outro
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