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Essential F1

Essential F1
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Mclaren
Ferrari
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Formula One
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Mercedes
Monaco Grand Prix
Red Bull
Spanish Grand Prix
Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix
Miami Grand Prix
Aston Martin
Baku
Red Bull Racing
Nico Hulkenberg
Alpine
Jeddah Grand Prix

Join F1 commentating legend Ben Edwards and motorsport TV presenter Nicola Hume between every F1 race as they cut through the noise of Formula One and bring you everything you need to know along with special guests from the world of F1.

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Latest Episodes

Lando Norris wins in Budapest to become F1 2026's FIFTH different Grand Prix winner — and McLaren look like they're back in championship contention.

Nicola and Ben are joined by F1 reporter and author Rachel Brookes to break down all the drama from... more

George Russell's weekend went from bad to worse: slower than teammate Kimi Antonelli all weekend, punted off by Hamilton on lap one, and now 50 points adrift in the championship. Can he salvage his season before the summer break?

Jennie Gow steps in... more

SILVERSTONE DELIVERED CHAOS AND WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT IT.

The 2026 British Grand Prix had everything—a first-time winner, championship drama, controversial penalties, technical failures, and an FIA safety car decision that's got the whole paddock ta... more

George Russell finally puts together a complete race weekend—and takes victory in Austria!

After a rollercoaster season, Russell held off pressure from both Max Verstappen and championship leader Kimi Antonelli to claim a crucial win at the Red Bull... more

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Recent Guests

Marc Priestley
Former McLaren mechanic, author, F1 commentator
Former McLaren/Author/TV
Episode: S2 Ep11: Russell FINALLY Wins, Antonelli's Chaotic First Lap & Verstappen's Red Bull BACK?
Mark Blundell
Former McLaren, Tyrrell and Brabham F1 driver; former podium finisher
Former F1 Driver
Episode: S2 Ep9: Monaco Mayhem, Barcelona Preview & Le Mans with Mark Blundell
Ayao Komatsu
Formula One team principal, Haas F1
Haas F1
Episode: S2 Ep7: F1 Life Stories: Ayao Komatsu
Alice Powell
W Series Race Winning Driver, Driver Coach Extraordinaire, F1 Pundit and Commentator
W Series / Mercedes (as commented)
Episode: S2 Ep6: Miami Mayhem with Mercedes, McLaren and Max!
Tommo McCluskey
F1 influencer and media contributor
Talk Sports F1
Episode: S2 Ep1: We Are Back For Formula One 2026!
Colin Furze
Guest, creator/inventor and host of Furze YouTube channel
Episode: S1 Ep26: Lando Norris Comes Out On Top! With Colin Furze
Andy Wilman
Former Top Gear and Grand Tour executive producer, now a published author and F1 fan
Episode: S1 Ep25: What Were McLaren Thinking?!
Harry Benjamin
5Live and Sky F1 commentator
5Live and Sky F1
Episode: S1 Ep22: Lando Norris Nicks The Win In Mexico! With Harry Benjamin
Holly Samos
Former Five Live Pitlane reporter and current F1 Backup Base presenter
F1 Backup Base
Episode: S1 Ep21: Sheriff Max Is Back In Town! With Holly Samos

Hosts

Ben Edwards
F1 commentator and host, frequently described as a legend within the sport.
Nicola Hume
Motorsport TV presenter and long-time host, often guiding midweek discussions.

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#52
United Kingdom/Sports
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#134
Italy/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#153
Indonesia/Sports

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S2 Ep9: Monaco Mayhem, Barcelona Preview & Le Mans with Mark Blundell
Q: What do you expect at Barcelona in terms of aero performance and team back-to-back performance after Monaco?
The consensus is that Barcelona will reward teams with good aerodynamic stability and drag efficiency; McLaren should bounce back, while Mercedes and Ferrari are expected to be strong, and Red Bull might show some engine-related performance gains.
S2 Ep7: F1 Life Stories: Ayao Komatsu
Q: What was your early career path to Haas and how did it shape your leadership style?
Komatsu details a formative journey from engineering roles to team leadership, stressing human performance, learning from diverse experiences, and applying those lessons to build a cohesive, high-performing team.
S2 Ep7: F1 Life Stories: Ayao Komatsu
Q: How has driver collaboration evolved under these new rules?
He describes building open, transparent relationships with Esteban Ocon and Ollie Bearman, emphasizing trust, frequent communication after races, and joint rule-setting to ensure the best path forward.
S2 Ep6: Miami Mayhem with Mercedes, McLaren and Max!
Q: How did Kimi Antonelli perform compared to expectations?
Antonelli delivered an exceptional weekend, clinching three consecutive wins from pole and showcasing maturity beyond his years, drawing comparisons to future potential world champion material.
S2 Ep6: Miami Mayhem with Mercedes, McLaren and Max!
Q: What stood out most about the race weekend in Miami?
The hosts highlight Verstappen's recovery from an early spin, Red Bull's tactical upgrades, and the emergence of Kimi Antonelli as a standout young driver, with McLaren and Ferrari showing strong performance while Ferrari battles through upgrades and penalties.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Essential F1

What is Essential F1 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show combines race-by-race analysis with insider perspectives from F1 veterans, drivers, and media professionals. Across recent episodes, the conversations tend to center on regulation changes, car development, team dynamics, and the evolving tech landscape, peppered with race recaps from sprints to grand prixs. Guests frequently include team principals, drivers at various stages of their careers, and prominent F1 media figures, offering a blend of strategic insight, on-track storytelling, and industry anecdotes. A standout pattern is the willingness to bring in non-traditional angles (e.g., engineers, influencers, and prominent media voices) to illuminate how rules, technology, and personalities shape the season. This mix makes it use... more

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5. Tommo McCluskey
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