The Race F1 Podcast
Episodes
Azerbaijan GP: Has Baku revived F1 title battle + Should Colapinto be banned?
Hosts Ed Shaw, Josh Suttill, and Scott Mitchell Maown analyze George Russell’s dominant win in Azerbaijan, debating if it signals a genuine breakthrough against teammate Kimi Antonelli.
F1 Rewind: The F1 driver who was Alonso before Alonso
Hosts Ed Straw and Mark Hughes explore the career of John Surtees, drawing parallels with Fernando Alonso regarding how both drivers were their own worst enemies.
In-Car Insights: Ocon's impending Haas exit & more Baku talking points
Scott Mitchell Mum and Josh Sattler record this "On Street Insights" episode from Baku, marking Scott’s return to the F1 paddock.
What's gone wrong for Piastri in 2026?
The Race F1 Podcast previews the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, analyzing Oscar Piastri's ongoing struggles with the 2026 car regulations and his recent deficit to teammate Lando Norris.
Is the FIA right to help Alonso and Honda?
Ed Straw, Glenn Freeman, and John Noble analyze F1’s 2026 engine regulations, specifically the flawed ADO catch-up system that has left Honda and Fernando Alonso struggling.
Tech Show: Why doesn't car compatibility play a bigger role in driver recruitment?
Gary Anderson critiques the Madrid GP track design, arguing its banking and tight corners fail to invite overtaking.
Will a Monaco sprint race work? Our reaction to shock 2027 F1 calendar
The Race F1 Podcast analyzes the 2027 Formula 1 calendar, which introduces 10 sprint weekends including a historic debut in Monaco.
Mailbag: Is Norris '27 title favourite + Why does F1 keep adding soulless street tracks?
Ed Straw and Ben Anderson answer fan questions on whether F1 should allow no-stop strategies, concluding it would likely make races more processional.
Spanish GP: Why F1's Madring debut was so dull + was Lando Norris robbed?
Hosts Ed and John Diego review the inaugural Madrid Grand Prix, praising the event's organization while criticizing the track's lack of overtaking opportunities.
In-Car Insights: Reflecting on a busy first day of action at the Madring
Ed Straw and John Noble discuss the chaotic yet controlled opening day at the Madrid GP, noting the track’s unexpectedly high grip and the drivers' cautious approach to learning the circuit.
F1 Rewind: When a young Ayrton Senna drove F1's elite crazy
The Race F1 Podcast explores Ayrton Senna’s pivotal 1985–1987 seasons at Lotus, detailing his ruthless career strategy and the team’s inability to match his pace.
Chaos but no passing? What to expect from F1's first visit to Madring
Hosts Ed Shaw, Connor Daly, and Glenn Freeman discuss the new Madrid street circuit, comparing its layout to Macau and analyzing its potential for racing.
Italian GP driver rankings: Leclerc hits rock bottom
Ed Shaw and Josh Suttill analyze the Italian Grand Prix, with Antonelli topping the rankings for his home win despite Leclerc's crash.
Italian GP: Ferrari's bruising home outing + Has Antonelli killed Russell's F1 title chances?
The Race F1 Podcast analyzes Kimi Antonelli’s sensational victory at the Italian Grand Prix, where he recovered from 19th on the grid to win,…
In-Car Insights: Unpacking a day of explosive politics and intriguing track action at Monza
Tech Show: Is Mercedes at risk in F1's development war?
Gary Anderson analyzes the F1 development war under the cost cap, critiquing Mercedes' strategy while praising McLaren's progress ahead of Monza.
Will Ferrari's engine upgrade give it the edge in Monza?
Ed Straw, Ben Anderson, and Lawrence Barretto preview the Italian Grand Prix, focusing on Ferrari’s engine upgrade and tribute livery.
Is Norris even better in 2026?
The Race F1 Podcast analyzes Lando Norris’s new long-term McLaren contract and Franco Colapinto’s retention at Alpine, debating whether Colapinto’s…
F1 Rewind: How Vettel's Ferrari dream was stolen from him
Hosts Ed Shaw and Mark Hughes examine the turbulent start of Sebastian Vettel’s Ferrari tenure, revealing how internal chaos undermined his arrival.
Hamilton's apology, Monaco appeal latest, and Domenicali vs hardcore fans
Hosts Ed Straw, John Noble, and Glenn Freeman analyze Lewis Hamilton’s apology for his radio outburst at Zandvoort, debating Ferrari’s strategic errors and PR management.
Dutch GP: An easy number 1? How we ranked the drivers after Zandvoort
Ed Straw and Ben Anderson review the Dutch Grand Prix, ranking Lando Norris first for his masterful win and Max Verstappen last due to his crash.
Dutch GP: Was this Norris's greatest victory in F1?
Hosts Ed Straughan, John Noble, and Samoth Canal analyze Lando Norris’s dominant Dutch Grand Prix win and McLaren’s rapid development.
In-Car Insights: What we learned from F1's first day back
Hosts discuss driver market updates, including Max Verstappen’s extension to 2030 and contract situations for Fernando Alonso, Alex Albon, and Carlos Sainz.
Tech Show: The secrets of driver-in-the-loop simulators
Ed Straw interviews Dynisma founder Ash Warne about the evolution of driver-in-loop simulators in Formula One.
Driver market moves, Cadillac's shock change & who Mercedes should fear - Our Dutch GP F1 predictions
Hosts Ed Straw, Nelson Valkenburg, and Ben Anderson preview the Dutch Grand Prix, analyzing the sudden replacement of Cadillac team principal Graham Loudon by Martin Budkowski.
Coming soon... The Race F1 Rewind
The hosts reminisce about the nostalgia of watching F1 season reviews on VHS tapes, highlighting the joy of rewinding and replaying favorite moments.
Driving Style Secrets: We answer your questions about five 21st century greats
Hosts Ed Straw and Mark Hughes answer listener questions about the driving styles of Alonso, Rosberg, Button, Räikkönen, and Vettel.
Are these F1 conspiracy theories actually true? - The Undercut with Damon Hill and Mark Hughes
This episode of The Race F1 Podcast explores the prevalence and impact of conspiracy theories in Formula 1, examining whether they stem from genuine suspicion or media sensationalism.
Has F1 become anti-innovation?
Host Ed Stur debates with Sam Atkin and Mark Hughes whether Formula One is anti-innovation, sparked by the ban on Ferrari’s exhaust wing.
Tech Show: Why Mercedes should fear McLaren in F1's second half
Gary and Ed analyze McLaren’s resurgence in Hungary and Aston Martin’s slow revival, detailing technical upgrades and team dynamics.
What next for Aston Martin, Alonso and Honda after big F1 leap?
Hosts Ed Straughan, Josh Suttill, and John Noble analyze Aston Martin’s revival in Hungary, crediting Adrian Newey’s successful chassis upgrade.
Race Business: How Flavio Briatore turned a 'very bad idea' into a $150 million F1 deal
Darren Cox interviews Flavio Briatore about the new Gucci sponsorship of Alpine, marking the first luxury brand on an F1 car.
Scripted for TV?! F1's driver radio moaning problem
Host Ed Straw and guest Conor Daly discuss F1 driver etiquette, focusing on the controversy surrounding radio complaints and the Hungarian Grand Prix incident between Oscar Piastri and Carlos Sainz.
Driver Rankings: Which surprise name did we rank P1 for Hungary?
Ed Straw and Val Hergunk discuss driver rankings after Lando Norris’s surprise win in Hungary, with Straw placing Pierre Gasly first for maximizing his Alpine’s potential.
Hungarian GP: How Norris and McLaren surprised themselves with victory
Hosts Ed Straw, Josh Shattil, and John Noble analyze Lando Norris’s maiden victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix, crediting McLaren’s successful upgrades and flawless execution.
(Not) In-Car Insights: Edd and Josh on Aston's promising start with its upgraded car
Hosts Ed Straw and Josh Sutil analyze Aston Martin’s significant aerodynamic upgrades at the Hungarian Grand Prix, noting positive pace despite a suspension failure and engine vibrations.