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F1 Explains

Formula 1
Formula 1
Formula One
F1 Academy
Pre-Season Testing
Aerodynamics
Pit Stops
Drive To Survive
Driving Styles
Aston Martin
Mexico City GP
Opportunities For Women
US Grand Prix
Tires
Motorsport
Regulations
F1 Car Setup
Circuit Of the Americas
Bahrain
Box To Box Films
Race Starts

New episodes of F1 Explains are on the F1 Nation podcast feed in 2026, but you can enjoy our previous episodes right here.

Send your questions, voice notes and messages to F1Explains@F1.com

An official Formula 1 podcast.

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Latest Episodes

Go to the F1 Nation podcast feed to hear our first episode of 2026. Christian Hewgill and Lawrence Barretto talk through all you need to know ahead of the new season

F1 Explains is moving to the F1 Nation podcast feed for the new season.

Get answers to your F1 questions from Christian Hewgill and expert guests, plus race reviews and previews with Tom Clarkson - all in one place.

Send your questions about the 20... more

Lando Norris' driving style, the food which fuels the Haas pit crew, the Apex GP cars from F1: The Movie and the team boss who lets his drivers use his office toilet. F1 Explains covered all this and much more in 2025 as we answered your questions on... more

In the months between the chequered flag in Abu Dhabi and the five red lights in Australia, Formula 1 teams are still be racing. They're building in factories, testing on simulators and wind tunnels, working flat-out to get their cars ready for a new... more

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Recent Guests

Joseph Kosinski
Director of F1 The Movie
F1 The Movie
Episode: Driving secrets, pit crew cookies, movie star cars + a Team Principal's toilet - The Best of F1 Explains 2025
James Vowles
Team Principal of Williams F1 Team
Williams Racing
Episode: The F1 winter - with James Vowles + Lawrence Barretto
Mark Rushbrook
Global Director of Ford Racing
Ford Motor Company
Episode: Ford's Formula 1 return with Red Bull
Laura Mueller
Race Engineer for Esteban Ocon
Haas F1 Team
Episode: Ask Haas - with Ocon, Bearman, Komatsu, Mueller + Crone
Courtney Crone
F1 Academy Driver for Haas
Haas F1 Team
Episode: Ask Haas - with Ocon, Bearman, Komatsu, Mueller + Crone
Tom Stallard
Race engineer for Oscar Piastri at McLaren
McLaren Racing
Episode: How data helps F1 drivers go faster - with McLaren's Tom Stallard + Jolyon Palmer
Gabriel Bortoleto
Formula 2 Champion and debutant F1 driver
Sauber F1 Team
Episode: Gabriel Bortoleto explains F1 driving tricks, F2 v F1, steering wheels + driving in the pit lane
Mike Vandament
US Grand Prix flag marshal and Formula 1 flag marshal for the Las Vegas Grand Prix
Self-employed
Episode: Marshals: The ā€˜first line of safety for F1 drivers’
Jennifer Kelly
Intervention Marshal at the Circuit of the Americas
Self-employed
Episode: Marshals: The ā€˜first line of safety for F1 drivers’

Hosts

Christian Hewgill
Host of the podcast, providing insights and commentary on Formula 1 and its various elements, leveraging personal expertise and engaging storytelling.
Katie Osborne
Co-host of the podcast, contributing to discussions with a focus on influencing and introducing new fans to Formula 1.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • I love it

    I miss Katy soooooo much. This podcast is so amazing! But the only annoying thing is that I run out of episodes to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OscarPiastri81#F1/amazing
    Australia8 months ago
  • Live shows are not great over podcasts

    The show is fine, but l want to hear the guests and the hosts, not randoms in a big crowd. It’s sometimes hard to hear clearly.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cal1br1
    United States8 months ago
  • Love it

    Love the podcast with all my heart! So funny but also extremely informative. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jules_63
    Germany9 months ago
  • Really good

    I love it! It is so good for new to F1 fans and people like me who love it and just want to know more! I have one question though how hard is it to be a commenter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leopard girl 2015
    Australia9 months ago
  • F1

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Formula 1 šŸŽļø
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Some listeners express concerns about accessibility and the depth of technical discussions that may alienate casual fans.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging nature of the episodes, especially for newcomers to Formula 1.
The dynamic between the hosts is often praised for its ability to mix humor and deep insights into the world of F1.
Overall, the podcast is recommended for those looking to enhance their knowledge of motorsports, with suggestions for improvement focused on balancing expert contributions with host narratives.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#128
France/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#18
South Korea/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#47
Ukraine/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#75
Saudi Arabia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#122
Spain/Sports
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#125
Singapore/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Driving secrets, pit crew cookies, movie star cars + a Team Principal's toilet - The Best of F1 Explains 2025
Q: How does funding from sponsors work for F1 teams?
Sponsors typically cover a significant portion of costs, but teams in different positions may rely more on external investors.
Driving secrets, pit crew cookies, movie star cars + a Team Principal's toilet - The Best of F1 Explains 2025
Q: What happens inside an F1 team garage during a race?
The team prepares through organized chaos with clear communication and physical readiness, often fueled by caffeine.
The F1 winter - with James Vowles + Lawrence Barretto
Q: Will the teams get more preseason testing next year because of the new rules?
Yes, in 2026 there will be three preseason tests instead of the usual one.
Becoming F1 World Champion - with Mika Hakkinen
Q: When you know you're fighting for a title, what changes?
It changes your development constantly; you need to maximize your experience and energy levels while managing the high-pressure situations effectively.
Ford's Formula 1 return with Red Bull
Q: Why come back to Formula 1?
Ford is returning to F1 for innovation, tech transfer, and to engage more effectively with fans.

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