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The Driven Podcast

Paramex Digital
Classic Cars
Motorsport
BMW
Electric Vehicles
Goodwood Revival
St. Mary's Trophy
Car Design
Sustainable Fuels
British Touring Car Championship
Goodwood Members Meeting
Motorcycle Adventure
Automotive Industry
Goodwood Festival Of Speed
Dakar Rally
Top Gear
Turkey
Weather
Motor Racing
Ford
Jaguar

The Driven Podcast brings you motoring-focused discussions, observations from the automotive world, and interviews in which we explore our guests' careers, exploits, and anything else worth discussing.

We will also keep you up to speed with the latest automotive news stories and insights into the cars and motorcycles we're reviewing at Driven. Find yet more content on our website, YouTube channel ... more

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10 years ago, Peter Greaves purchased a £200 Sony video camera and decided to have a go at YouTube content creation for a hobby. What started as a humble spare-time hobby filming his own cars and cars from a local car dealer has now become something ... more

In this week's episode of The Driven Podcast, John Marcar visits Silverstone Museum to experience Black Cats & Chequered Flags – a groundbreaking mixed reality exhibition making its UK debut.

Blending virtual reality, interactive storytelling and au... more

20 years ago, JCB, a company renowned for producing agricultural and construction equipment, shocked the world when it unveiled Dieselmax - a land-speed record car that shot to both fame and speed on the Bonneville Salt Flats in the USA, achieving th... more

Cosworth Engineering has been at the forefront of performance engine building since the 1950s, and this week on The Driven Podcast, John Marcar sits down with Cosworth’s Managing Director, Bruce Wood, to learn about the current chapter of the company... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Wright-Phillips
Former professional footballer, Arsenal and England midfielder
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Olly Murs
Singer and celebrity guest
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Frankie Dettori
Professional jockey
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Paddy McGuinness
Comedian and presenter
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Jack Whitehall
Comedian and actor
Entertainment
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Danny Dyer
Actor
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Chris O'Dowd
Actor
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Jörg Miska
Joined Yasa from Mercedes-Benz; CEO of Yasa
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Tim Woolmer
Founder of Yasa; CTO, Chief Technical Officer
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Host

John Marcar
Host of The Driven Podcast. A motoring journalist and producer with involvement across Driven / Paramex Digital properties.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Entering into a league of its own!

    One of the best modern podcasts with a great diverse range of topics within automotive content creation from arguably one of the emerging greats in John Marcar. It’s bloody fantastic and you will not be disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob on the move
    United Kingdom25 days ago
  • Good stuff

    I like this. Great guests including some I’ve never heard of but will look out for in future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kevhaggis
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Awesome podcast for all things cars!

    Great listen with interesting guests and topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olie Burton
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Good stuff

    Only just discovered this Pod via the Johnny Smith ep, I really enjoy it. Especially the Host only episodes 😘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kevhaggis
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Hooray, you’re back!

    Missed you guys during your break, but loving the new format. It feels like the show has had a real “glow up” and it’s great! What a bloody brilliant selection of guests for the new series, I am excited to hear them all. But the “hosts” episodes with John, Miles and Amy chatting and laughing away are always my favourite. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chickenhead34
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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The format shift to host-led episodes is liked by some, but others miss the traditional guest-heavy focus.
Fans enjoy insider industry insights and personal car stories that feel authentic and entertaining.
Listeners appreciate the wide range of high-profile guests and the blend of technical depth with accessible storytelling.

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Paddy McGuinness, Jack Whitehall, Olly Murs (and More!) at Soccer Aid 2026
Q: What was your first car?
Answers varied from a battered Fiat Cinquecento and a 1969 Volkswagen Carmen Ghia to a Honda Civic and a Bentley SL; guests shared how their first cars reflected their circumstances and dreams.
Who's Had The Best First Car at The Goodwood Members Meeting? | (Sounds of Goodwood MM83)
Q: What was the first posh car you ever purchased?
Steve Soper answers: an E-type, while John Cleland answers: Triumph Herald for his first car and a Porsche 911 as his first posh car.
Who's Had The Best First Car at The Goodwood Members Meeting? | (Sounds of Goodwood MM83)
Q: What was your first car?
Steve Soper answers: his first road car was an Austin/Miles 1100.
Driving Heroes - Lloyd Hackett and Karl Hill
Q: What constitutes a Driving Hero in your stock criteria?
A Driving Hero is something that is either truly interesting or genuinely fun to drive, and ideally both. We avoid stuff that doesn't resonate with enthusiasts, preferring cars that we would personally want in our own garage and can stand behind long-term.
Driving Heroes - Lloyd Hackett and Karl Hill
Q: How did you guys meet and decide to form Driving Heroes?
We were long-time friends who met through the car trade and shared a passion for interesting, enthusiast-focused cars. After individual stints at Land Rover and other shops, we realized a joint venture could balance the business side with our love for special cars, leading to the launch.

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What is The Driven Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on motoring culture, with a strong emphasis on personal car histories, high-end builds, and the evolving automotive industry. Episodes frequently blend celebrity guest conversations with deep dives into design, engineering, and automotive journalism, often tied to current events, events like Goodwood, and brand partnerships. Notable strengths include a roster of well-known automotive influencers, engineers, and media personalities, plus a consistent focus on how cars shape lifestyle and identity. The format frequently features insightful maker-level discussions (design, restoration, electrification) alongside entertaining banter, making it appealing to serious gearheads and casual enthusiasts alike.

A standout aspect is th... more

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2. Olly Murs
3. Frankie Dettori
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5. Jack Whitehall
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