
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 29 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureSportsAutomotive | |||

Formula One returned for 2026 with the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park in Melbourne. New Season and new rules set the scene for an interesting race from the the start.
Joining Nicola Hume and Ben Edwards for the debrief is broadcaster and host... more
With the biggest change in rules for years, there's a lot of new stuff to get our heads around for Formula One this season. Ben, Tommo and Vicki are here to tell you about all the tech including aero, energy recovery and boost.
New Season. New Rules. New Studio! We are back with Essential F1 - the Formula 1 podcast that's essential for everybody who's into F1. The Oracle - Ben Edwards, is here to guide us through what will be a very interesting season, with the biggest set ... more
Congratulations to Lando Norris, the 10th British driver to become Formula 1 Champion.
With the whole season coming down to the last race, Lando, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri were all in contention. All Lando needed to do was keep his cool, and ... more
What a weekend at Lusail for the Qatar Grand Prix!
McLaren had it in the bag, but what went wrong and what does this mean for the final race of the season? This is even more like a Hollywood F1 movie than the actual Hollywood F1 movie.
Oscar Pias... more
What a weekend in the desert of Nevada for the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix. McLaren F1 will certainly hope that what happened in Vegas stays in Vegas. Although it wasn't the most exciting race of the year, there's lots to talk about between now an... more
What a race weekend in Brazil, overtaking for fun, crashes and penalties!
It looked like a clean start then turned into an early safety car, and the restart was bonkers with Piastri, Antonelli and Le Clerc going three wide, with Le Clerc out as a r... more
It's advantage Lando Norris as he leads the 2025 F1 Championship by 1 point after a fantastic race weekend in Mexico. And we've got not just one, but two voices of Formula 1 in the studio this week as we welcome back BBC 5Live and Sky commentator Har... more
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Engaging discussions focused on the world of Formula 1 racing are the hallmark of this show. Key topics include detailed analyses of recent Grand Prix events, predictions for upcoming races, and insights into the dynamics between drivers and teams. Special guests regularly contribute expert commentary, enriching the conversation with their unique perspectives. The hosts often share personal anecdotes and fan engagement, creating a lively atmosphere that appeals to both casual fans and hardcore enthusiasts of the sport. Overall, the commentary likely incorporates a mix of technical analysis, race strategy, and the emotional narratives that unfold during the competitive racing season.
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Recent guests on Essential F1 include:
1. Andy Wilman
2. Holly Samos
3. Christian Hewgill
4. Louise Goodman
5. Jennie Gow
6. Tommo McCluskey
7. Martin Donnelly
8. Rachel Brookes
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