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Bring Back V10s - Classic F1 stories

The Race Media Ltd
Formula 1
Michael Schumacher
Williams
Damon Hill
Ayrton Senna
Alain Prost
Ferrari
Benetton
Jacques Villeneuve
Mclaren
Juan Pablo Montoya
BMW
Alex Zanardi
Nigel Mansell
Gerhard Berger
Jenson Button
1997 Formula 1 Season
Williams F1 Team
Indycar
1997 German Grand Prix

Bring Back V10s celebrates a classic era when Formula 1 was loud on the track and off it. Join host Glenn Freeman and a range of guests as they take a deep-dive into a golden age of F1 from 1989 to 2005, when superstars like Schumacher, Senna, Mansell and Prost were thrilling fans and rising talents like Alonso, Button and Raikkonen were establishing themselves as modern greats. Go back in time as... more

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After our episode on V10s era cult heroes in Season 13, we asked those in The Race Members' Club to submit suggestions for additional 'V10sMen'. The response was incredible, so much so that we're dedicating three follow-up episodes to the submissions... more

Another season of Bring Back V10s is coming to an end, and as usual we're rounding things off by handing the power over to our audience to ask us anything about F1's V10 era.

Host Glenn Freeman is joined by Edd Straw and Matt Beer to tackle question... more

Bring Back V10s Season 13 has nearly come to a close, but if the thought of going without it scares you, fear not because over in The Race Members' Club on Patreon the fun is set to continue with the next season of our popular spin-off, Revisited.

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Bring Back V10s celebrates some key names from F1's V10 era who aren't necessarily remembered purely for their outright achievements behind the wheel.

Before Season 13 draws to a close, we decided to borrow English football's 'Barclaysmen' social me... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Hughes
F1 journalist who covered Williams-BMW
The Racing Review (as cited in episode)
Episode: S13 E8: The rise of Williams-BMW
Jon Noble
F1 journalist
Journalist (guest on episode)
Episode: S13 E4: Malaysia 2002 - F1's first drive-through penalty causes controversy
Matt Beer
F1 journalist
Journalist (guest on episode)
Episode: S13 E4: Malaysia 2002 - F1's first drive-through penalty causes controversy
Edd Straw
Motorsport journalist and regular co-host
The Athletic
Episode: S13 E1: Senna vs Schumacher: The flashpoints
Ben Anderson
Contributor/guest on the show
Bring Back V10s
Episode: S13 E1: Senna vs Schumacher: The flashpoints
John Oreovicz
Author of the definitive book on the Indycar split
Episode: Indycar Split Q&A: John Oreovicz answers your questions (Free Preview)
Matt Bishop
Co-host of Colossally That's History
The Race
Episode: S11 E8: 1996 Monaco GP - Panis's sensational sole F1 win
Jonathan Noble
Race reporter and motor racing journalist.
Episode: S11 E5: 2002 US GP - Ferrari's finish-line farce
Jim Wright
Former commercial chief at Williams
Williams
Episode: S11 E1: Button's debut F1 season

Hosts

Glenn Freeman
Host of the show; long-running presenter with multiple affiliations across BBV10s-era projects.
Matt Beer
Co-host with deep experience as a motorsport journalist and BBV10s contributor.
Edd Straw
Co-host and motorsport journalist offering historical context and on-site insights.
Ben Anderson
Contributor/guest with historical perspective and critical takes on team decisions and rivalries.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Backmarker fan with Ed

    Listening to the review of the 1993 Canadian GP. I started to wonder if we had missed mentioning James Hunt’s passing after that race. Ed, as usual, didn’t disappoint. A true F1 fan. Loves the sport more than anyone single driver/team (ignoring the L team). He brings up news about the whole field not only the stars. I used to read all the F1 articles back in the day 1988-1999. Now I just wait for Ed to recall them. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GravelTrapKing
    United States24 days ago
  • Superb podcast! Essential for all F1 fans!

    I absolutely love Bring Back V10s and have done from the very beginning. It’s incredibly insightful and the amount of research that goes into every episode is remarkable.

    However, due to long gaps in between episodes in recent times, this current season has been pretty frustrating to really get into. I had been subscribed to The Race Extra on Apple Podcasts but this sudden inconsistency with the release schedule does not make that subscription worth that money, which is a real shame. Not all of... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob Manifield
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Unmissable

    Amazing research, a great host in Glenn Freeman, and insightful journalists make this an unmissable podcast for any f1 fan, whether you lived through these times or started watching afterwards.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zurabinho
    Francea year ago
  • Cawl Says BBV10s A Must Listen for Anyone Who Wants to Claim A Serious Knowledge of F1

    Despite having watched all the races being talked, I learned so much I never knew or forgot. Because all these seasons happened long ago, the team + drivers, engineers / mechanics, TPs, etc. on as guests share endless revelations that were kept secret at the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cawl ‘n Qvo
    United Statesa year ago
  • F1 Fans Dream Podcast

    So bingeable, only discovered recently. The guys do a great job of not just telling the story of the at hand, but also in setting the scene of what the landscape of the paddock was at the time of the story.

    As a fellow Villeneuve mega fan, I have a great affection for Glenn fandom.

    Look forward to seeing new episodes, keep up the great work guys!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    00swoodward
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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#240
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#61
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#119
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#147
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#160
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#164
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S13 E8: The rise of Williams-BMW
Q: Was Williams pairing with BMW in 2000 considered a big risk at the time since they hadn't been part of the sport for over a decade?
No, it wasn't seen as a radical risk because BMW's automotive and Le Mans efforts suggested they understood competition; the real concerns were about integration and long-term collaboration rather than the risk of BMW joining, with optimism that they would perform well once the partnership matured.
BONUS: Bring Back V10s Debrief on the Senna-Schumacher rivalry
Q: How do you think the Senna-Schumacher rivalry would have played out in the social media world?
It would have been horrendously debated, with intense fan divisions and sensational takes, amplified to a million-fold in today's social media culture; yet the essence would be the same: two fierce competitors pushing each other to extremes while the broader public argued, speculated, and cherished every controversial moment.
S13 E2: Jaguar's nightmare debut season
Q: Andy, was Irvine a sensible signing actually as a lead driver for the next era of this team, given he's just come off an unlikely title tilt?
Yes, Irvine was seen as a near-ideal 'lead driver' who brought experience, a winning background, and a clear understanding of how a top team should operate, even though the overall project still faced fundamental structural and organizational challenges.
S13 E2: Jaguar's nightmare debut season
Q: When you think back to Jaguar in 2000, what's the first thing that comes to mind?
The season was a high-pressure mix of ambitious targets, severe reliability issues, and a slow, painful learning curve, with moments of optimism that were repeatedly tempered by on-track disappointments and behind-the-scenes turmoil.
BONUS: Bring Back V10s Debrief about... Bring Back V10s!
Q: Which guest, alive or dead, would you most like to have on an episode?
The host mentions Ayrton Senna as a dream guest, noting the unique depth and perspective he could bring, with detailed discussion of how his interviews and presence would enrich the storytelling.

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A deep-dives-focused show that revisits classic F1 history (1989–2005) with research-driven storytelling, expert analysis, and host-led roundtables. Listeners are likely fans of the sport's golden era who crave detailed context, technical discussion, and behind-the-scenes dynamics—from engine partnerships and driver clashes to team politics and memorable races. Notable strengths include rigorous archival sourcing, a knack for connecting historical moments to broader themes, and a guest roster that blends seasoned journalists with former team insiders, making it a go-to for fans seeking rich, nuanced retrospectives without modern-era bias.

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