Paddock Project: A Formula 1 Podcast
Episodes
On the Pit Wall with Bernie Collins: Former Head of Race Strategy at Aston Martin
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on the pit wall with Bernie Collins, former Head of Race Strategy for Aston Martin. We get into what goes into planning a race, the most chall...
F1 Revenue + Concorde Agreement Deep Dive
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us to learn all about how teams are financed in F1, including how the Concorde Agreement splits up revenue and awards historical payments, its ef...
Trackside with BRRRAKE: Reflections From a Former F1 Performance Engineer
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a mega episode with @Brrrake, a former trackside performance engineer at Red Bull and Force India for Checo, Verstappen, and more! We disc...
Inside the Wind Tunnel with Dr. Kathryn Richards of Mercedes
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Starting 2023 off right with the amazing Dr. Kathryn Richards, a wind tunnel technician who's spent over a decade at Mercedes! We get into the imp...
Mailbag Episode + Latest F1 Headlines
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Giving you your dose of the latest headlines plus answers to all the amazing questions you sent in! Catch up with us on everything from the team princ...
F1 Careers and Culture with Krystina Emmanouilides of Alfa Romeo F1 Team Orlen
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we are so lucky to be joined by Krystina Emmanouilides. We talk to her about her passion for engineering and motorsports, what it take...
In Conversation with Clare Sibley: Head of Quality & Manufacturing Engineering at Williams Racing
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What an honor to be joined by Clare Sibley on the podcast! Beginning her career at Mercedes as a Materials Engineer, Clare has spent over a decade wor...
2022 Season Recap + Superlatives
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The recap of all recaps! Join us as we dive into our thoughts for all that was the 2022 season. Remember Red Bull’s reliability issues? When Ferrari...
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Recap
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hard to believe the season has come to a close — tune in for our reactions to Abu Dhabi! While it didn’t have the same level of drama as last year...
Sao Paulo Grand Prix Recap + Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Preview
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of our absolute favorite races of the season - Brazil did not disappoint! From KMag's shocking pole for Saturday's sprint, to George's...
Sao Paulo Grand Prix Preview + F1 Goes To Vegas
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can't believe we're coming up on the second to last race of the season! We dive into the legendary atmosphere and history of Interlagos and Br...
Mexican Grand Prix Recap (Live From Mexico)
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're still reeling over our experience at the Mexican Grand Prix – speechless over what felt like a once-in-a-lifetime experience! We discuss t...
Mexican Grand Prix Preview + Checo Deep Dive
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are off to Mexico for the F1esta! Listen in as we discuss the two brothers who are central to track history, how the high altitude impacts the cars...
United States Grand Prix Recap
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Austin did not disappoint! On top of Red Bull dethroning Mercedes as Constructors’ Champion for the first time in almost a decade, we had safety car...
United States Grand Prix Preview + The W Series Debate
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're on home turf baby! Welcome to the United States Grand Prix, Texas style. While the driver's championship is signed, sealed, and delivere...
Japanese Grand Prix Recap
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do we have a 2022 world champion? Or don't we? Hint: we do, but what a roller coaster ride. We explain the bizarre sequence of events that led to ...
Japanese Grand Prix Preview
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re finally back in Japan! We get into why this is most drivers’ favorite race, the magical atmosphere from the fans, the figure-8 track, and th...
Singapore Grand Prix Recap
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us while we recap a wet and chaotic night race in Singapore! Red Bull’s huge fuel mishap in quali, race-day incidents and safety cars galore, s...
Singapore Grand Prix Preview + Sebastian Vettel Deep Dive
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back and giving you everything you need to know for the Singapore Grand Prix! Buckle up friends — a night race on a street circuit, a Hercul...
News Roundup + Ask Us Anything: Part Two
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Catch up with us on all the latest news, from the mega 24-race calendar for next year to our latest discussion of the driver market. We discuss the Co...
Italian Grand Prix Recap
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in for our Monza recap – we dive into the chaotic penalties and starting grid, Sainz’s stunning drive, De Vries’ spectacular debut, the saf...
Dutch Grand Prix Recap + Italian Grand Prix Preview
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A very eventful and orange weekend! We get into the shambles Ferrari is in, Mercedes pit stop drama and Lewis’ radio reactions, Red Bull triumph, an...
Dutch Grand Prix Preview + Max Verstappen Deep Dive
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We've entered Oranj Army territory! We're back with a preview for the Dutch GP at Zandvoort - circuit history, the wild banking on this track,...
Belgian Grand Prix Recap
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For our Spa recap we first dive into the news that Daniel Ricciardo is leaving Mclaren early, an update on the Piastri situation, and the impact on th...
Belgian Grand Prix Preview + Summer Break Vibe Check
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're back!! Get ready for Spa with us - complete with driver contract updates, an overview of one of the most infamous track sections in F1 (Eau ...
Ask Us Anything: Part One
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our first ever ask us anything episode! Big thanks to everyone who sent in questions: we get into our backgrounds, tips for going to a Grand Prix, som...
Silly Season in Full Force: The Alpine/Oscar Piastri Drama, Explained
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A primer on everything that's gone down in an extremely chaotic 24 hours (even by F1 standards) – Alonso blindsiding Alpine, Oscar Piastri publi...
Hungarian Grand Prix Recap + Silly Season Begins
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into everything that went down in Budapest—George’s maiden pole (they’re back?!), Max’s comeback drive and trusty sidekick Hannah Schm...
Hungarian Grand Prix Preview + The Floor Debate
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for Budapest with us! We get into last year’s absolutely wild race, why this track is called “Monaco without walls,” Haas upgrades, wh...
French Grand Prix Recap
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as we discuss what went down at the French Grand Prix this past weekend. We dive into the Ferrari woes – whether Charles' mistake cost h...
French Grand Prix Preview + What Is a Power Unit?
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bonjour! Join us to get ready for the French Grand Prix, including circuit history, track limits, the McLaren hiring spree, Mercedes momentum, and mor...
F1 Takes on American Sports feat. Lily Herman
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined by Lily Herman, F1 expert and co-host of the electric new podcast, Choosing Sides: F1, with The Daily Show's Michael Kosta. We get i...
Austrian Grand Prix Recap
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Austria recap here we go! Join us as we get into everything that happened during this sprint weekend, including reliability woes, teammate tensions, s...
Austrian Grand Prix Preview + The Rise of Red Bull + Who Is Toto Wolff?
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Onward to Red Bull home turf in Austria! We get into the unique parts of this track, the racing we're expecting, Ferrari drama this week, safety a...
British Grand Prix Recap
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we recap one of the most electric races in recent memory - we still haven't recovered. We discuss Sainz's maiden victory, Ferrari&#...
British Grand Prix Preview + Lewis Hamilton Deep Dive
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for Silverstone with us! We dive into the ongoing controversy from last year’s race, whether Mercedes will be in better form, the racing w...
Canadian Grand Prix Recap
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It was a rainy and dramatic return to Canada! We get into the totally unexpected starting grid, team principals fighting, big errors from several team...
Canadian Grand Prix Preview + Daniel Ricciardo Deep Dive
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the first race in Canada since 2019! We discuss some of the track’s shining historical moments and unique flair, our thoughts on a Charles co...
Azerbaijan Grand Prix Recap
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is Ferrari doing what Ferrari always does? We get into the double DNF at Baku, tension at McLaren, and safety concerns over some of the worst porpoisi...
Azerbaijan Grand Prix Preview + Women in F1
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everything you need to know about the Baku city circuit and its dramatic history, plus Checo fresh off a contract extension and in the title mix, Dann...
Monaco Grand Prix Recap
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pouring rain, a Ferrari strategy blunder costing Charles the lead, and a surprising and emotional Checo win—Monaco did not disappoint! Follow us on ...
Monaco Grand Prix Preview + The Business of F1
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The most glamorous track is finally here: Monaco! We talk about what we can expect from this race, the Charles curse, last year’s drama, and more. P...
Spanish Grand Prix Recap
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What a race! Ferrari spins and engine failures, Mercedes holding their own at the front of the grid, and Red Bull taking the lead of both championship...
Spanish Grand Prix Preview + The Logistics Behind F1
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Formula 1 is back at the historic Barcelona circuit and we're so excited to bring you all the info on teams' major upgrades, the high stakes h...
Miami Grand Prix Recap
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A weird and wild weekend in Miami! We get into Max's domination, the best midfield showings, the crashes and penalties, whether the race lived up ...
Miami Grand Prix Preview + Constructors' Championship of Vibes
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Miami has arrived and the hype is unprecedented! Fast straights, hairpin turns, a fake marina, every DJ you can think of, and more. We get into the tr...
Downforce, Dirty Air, and DRS: The 2022 F1 Regulations
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everything you need to know about the new 2022 regulations - what a ground effect car is, what on earth people mean when they say dirty air, and the p...
Emilia Romagna Grand Prix Recap
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A rain race at Imola! We get into a soaking wet quali and how the sprint played out, unforced errors from both Ferrari drivers, Red Bull's dominan...
Emilia Romagna Grand Prix Preview + The Grid Takes NYC
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everything you need to get you ready for the first sprint weekend of 2022 at Imola! We explain the track characteristics, which teams are bringing upg...
Your F1 Starter Pack
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The ultimate F1 primer for anyone new to the sport or looking for a refresher as this season heats up, plus some fun facts for the long-time F1ers out...
Australian Grand Prix Recap
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for our recap of the Australian GP! We cover Leclerc's domination, Red Bull reliability woes, heartbreak for Sainz and Alonso, Mercedes be...
Australian Grand Prix Preview + The Americanization of F1
09 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We tell you everything you need to know to watch the race down under this weekend, including whether the track changes favor Red Bull or Ferrari and s...
Welcome to F1R THE GIRLS! Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Recaps
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for our inaugural episode as we recap the start of the 2022 season in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. We hit all the big topics, like whether Ferrar...