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High Performance Racing

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Max Verstappen
Drive To Survive
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Lewis Hamilton
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Austrian Grand Prix
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Fernando Alonso
Sebastian Vettel

They say you can’t truly understand Formula 1 without real experts; High Performance Racing brings you the people who actually lived it.

Hosted by Jake Humphrey alongside former Aston Martin & Alpine Team Principal Otmar Szafnauer and ex-Ferrari & Williams Race Engineer Rob Smedley, this brand-new show breaks down the sport's biggest news stories through the eyes of seasoned F1 personnel.

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Latest Episodes

You sent the questions, the guys answered them! And it's the first time Otmar has been trusted with a tablet.

Rob finally answers the question he gets asked more than any other: what really happened to Felipe Massa after 2009? Was it the spring in H... more

"It feels more like Christian Horner Racing than Red Bull Racing." Just days after hosting the Red Bull leadership for dinner at his house on British Grand Prix weekend, Christian Horner got a text asking him to meet in London. It was supposed to be ... more

Jake's gone AWOL, so Rob and Otmar are running the show on their own this week. What could possibly go wrong?!

Jake phones in from Orlando, where he says he's getting ready to interview Tom Brady (the guys aren't convinced, and reckon he's in a Norf... more

The best drivers in the world were ready to race in Malaysia. Then a software glitch got in the way. Jake, Rob and Otmar ask how F1 can call itself the pinnacle of motorsport when an untested software failure can stop drivers from doing their jobs, a... more

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Recent Guests

Walter Furham
Founder of bscorner.com
bscorner.com
Episode: Russell UNTOUCHABLE, Max Wants Hadjar’s Upgrade & Aston SLOWER Than F2 (E24)
Gordon McCabe
Chief Physicist, Smedley Group (guest on episode)
Smedley Group
Episode: Why Baku Is A NIGHTMARE for Engineers, Kimi's Title Odds & Alonso's EXIT Plan (E23)
Rob Smedley
Former Ferrari & Williams Race Engineer
Independent / High Performance Racing
Episode: Why Ferrari's No.1 Driver Problem Could Cost Lewis Hamilton an 8th Title
Otmar Szafnauer
Former team principal and CEO of Aston Martin Formula 1 team
Aston Martin Formula 1
Episode: What F1 Teams REALLY Hide From Netflix Drive to Survive (E17)
Sergio Perez
Formula 1 driver, former driver for Force India/Mercedes/Red Bull
Formula 1 teams
Episode: Checo’s Red Bull Truth, His Force India Miracle & Aston Martin’s NEW Car
Claire Williams
Former Williams deputy team principal
Williams
Episode: Can Hamilton ACTUALLY Win the Title? Claire Williams Gives Her Verdict

Hosts

Jake Humphrey
Host and long-standing media figure with paddock experience and credibility in high-performance environments
Otmar Szafnauer
Former team principal with deep leadership and weekend execution experience
Rob Smedley
Ex-Ferrari & Williams race engineer, seasoned on-ground technical perspective

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 822 ratings
  • The only F1 podcast I listen to now. Three different perspectives, not often found in other podcasts. I now know the difference between engineering and magic.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Leogunner
    6 days ago
  • love this podcast

    Educational and entertaining too.

    great chemistry between the hosts (all 3 of them!).

    loved every episode so far, episode 26 was funny while Jake was on holiday.

    if there was one tiny thing to change it would be the jokes about wanking/ranking, it’s old already.

    Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vickywicky99
    United Kingdom8 days ago
  • A podcast I listen to regularly

    I really enjoy this podcast. Have been watching F1 since the early 90s as my parents loved it and find that this podcast just adds to my knowledge of the sport and how things run. As a good northern from the UK, I love Ron’s explanations and his dark engineering web. Keep bringing the content guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JC OzMac
    United Kingdom9 days ago
  • Fantastic

    Great show guys, keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DannyBGood1!
    Australia10 days ago
  • Brilliant

    I love F1 and I love your show. It’s the perfect mixture between insides, knowledge, fun history, present and future. Keep the track. Note: I was born and raised 20 Min away from the Nürburgring. Also not far from Spa tho. First F1 Race 1995 Live with all the engines. Martin Brundle in Jordan-Peugeot was my first. Still get goosebumps. Spa Eau Rouge with Villeneuve and Zonta Crash’s etc…

    In these times you could hear it 30 km far away from the Ring, depending on the wind. Bring the V8 back!!!! :... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slash8877
    Germany23 days ago

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Listeners praise the insider credibility and practical, no-nonsense discussions from paddock veterans.
Chemistry and banter among hosts are frequently highlighted as a strength.
Many appreciate the balance of technical analysis with relatable storytelling and humor.

Chart Rankings

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

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#189
United Kingdom/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#205
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#25
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#161
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#57
Italy/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#109
Australia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Baku Is A NIGHTMARE for Engineers, Kimi's Title Odds & Alonso's EXIT Plan (E23)
Q: Have you worked out the probability of Kimi Antonelli winning the world championship in 2026?
Gordon McCabe provides a probability-based forecast that places Kimi at very high odds under several scenarios, highlighting the impact of sprint formats and race counts on title chances.
Checo’s Red Bull Truth, His Force India Miracle & Aston Martin’s NEW Car
Q: And when did they tell you what you'd signed up for, that it was built around Max?
The team explained that the car and project were centered around Max, and Perez framed his approach as making the most of the opportunity within that structure, including seeking external help and maintaining personal focus.
Austria Preview, Schumacher's Lost Titles & Why F1's Penalty System is BROKEN
Q: What did you find different about Williams compared to Ferrari when you joined?
The team needed to move from a heritage-driven mindset to a more forward-looking, process-driven approach, building capability and a culture that emphasizes teamwork over individual heroics.
Austria Preview, Schumacher's Lost Titles & Why F1's Penalty System is BROKEN
Q: Could Rob please talk us through what he would actually do over a race weekend? How full on and busy was it for him?
Rob explains that true success comes from thorough preparation, simulation, and disciplined, structured communication, allowing the weekend to flow steadily rather than becoming chaotic.
Could Oscar Piastri REPLACE Max Verstappen & Otmar’s WILD Flavio & Horner Story
Q: Would Oscar ever consider leaving a top team for a better world championship chance?
The guests discuss that a move would depend on whether the destination team is capable of maintaining or advancing performance and whether the driver would be the top option there; otherwise, it may not be worth the downgrade.

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Frequently Asked Questions About High Performance Racing

What is High Performance Racing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Insightful, candid breakdowns of Formula 1 from people who have lived it. Episodes mix technical paddock analysis, leadership and team dynamics, and behind-the-scenes stories with a healthy dose of banter. Regulars bring deep insider perspectives on upgrades, race strategy, driver dynamics, and the human side of elite motorsport, making complex decisions accessible for listeners who crave practical value for teams, engineers, advertisers, and fans alike. A standout is the blend of hard data discussion with relatable, pub-talk camaraderie, plus recurring humor segments that keep conversations engaging even when delving into technical detail. Potential listeners who want real-world context alongside high-level analysis will likely find this s... more

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Recent guests on High Performance Racing include:

1. Walter Furham
2. Gordon McCabe
3. Rob Smedley
4. Otmar Szafnauer
5. Sergio Perez
6. Claire Williams

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