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The Race F1 Podcast

The Race Media Ltd
Formula 1
Mclaren
Ferrari
Max Verstappen
Mercedes
Oscar Piastri
Lando Norris
Red Bull Racing
Formula One
Aston Martin
Red Bull
FIA
Williams
Lewis Hamilton
Adrian Newey
Fernando Alonso
Honda
Charles Leclerc
2026 Regulations
Alpine

If something happens in Formula 1 racing, The Race F1 Podcast has got you covered. Featuring renowned F1 journalists Edd Straw, Jon Noble, Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell-Malm, Ben Anderson and more, we’ll bring you unbeatable insight from the ground at every F1 race, including the inside line on the latest breaking Formula 1 news and gossip, informed debate about the biggest topics, and in-depth anal... more

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Latest Episodes

After the sad passing of Alex Zanardi this weekend, we thought it was only right to put together a special episode of Bring Back V10s to pay tribute to a driver that is so fondly remembered by motor racing fans all over the world.

Glenn Freeman is jo... more

Bring Back V10s makes a rare venture into the 2002 season to look back on that year's Malaysian Grand Prix.

Glenn Freeman is joined by Matt Beer and Jon Noble to reflect on a result that proved to be a false dawn for the season ahead, plus the colli... more

F1 is back after its unexpected early-season hiatus, but with rules tweaks kicking in and teams poised to bring multiple upgrades, how different will everything look in Miami? Edd Straw is joined by Scott Mitchell-Malm and Ben Anderson to discuss whi... more

On this week's very special episode of The Race F1 Podcast, we're delving into the secrets of F1 race commentary. Edd Straw is joined by two of the best in the business when it comes to talking fans through an F1 race: Alex Jacques (the lead commenta... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Anderson
Former F1 engineer and technology expert
The Race F1 Tech Show
Episode: Tech Show: On location at Haas's TPC test + Gary's verdict on F1's pre-Miami rule tweaks
Stefano Domenicali
F1 CEO and Chairman of the FIA
Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) / Formula One
Episode: We challenge F1 boss Stefano Domenicali on 2026's biggest problems
Jon Noble
F1 journalist providing post-announcement analysis
The Race
Episode: F1's mid-season rule changes - what's been agreed and will it help?
Nick Bell
Haas, Head of Controls and Systems
Haas F1 Team
Episode: Tech Show: F1 control systems explained + How F1 is approaching solving its power unit problems
Andrew van de Burgt
Jaguar Racing website journalist (historical contributor)
Jaguar Racing
Episode: Bring Back V10s: Jaguar's nightmare debut season
Dylan Clifford
Listener question asker
The Race Members' Club
Episode: Race wins or a title charge? How high will Ferrari fly in 2026?
Andrew Boyagi
Customer CTO of Atlassian
Atlassian
Episode: Tech Show: What can teams learn by running 2026 tyres on mule cars?
Mathieu Bonotto
Head of Audi project
Audi
Episode: What we learned from Audi's glitzy F1 'launch' event
Valeria Loretti
Principal Scientist for Motorsports at Shell
Shell
Episode: Can Verstappen provide another title twist in Brazil?

Host

Edd Straw
Co-host and commentator on Formula 1 topics, with extensive experience in motorsport journalism.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 6.5k ratings
  • Great discussions

    Really good interview with Damon and Mark discussing agent NEWEY more like this please

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Older bloke!
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Good but could be better

    This is a great a podcast but it does have Scott Mitchell who is just ruining it. It still is a brilliant podcast that is very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    F1 lover :-) 123
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Don’t Waste Your Time

    It’s really hard to listen to this Scott Mitchell-Malm. What a pretentious dunderhead. Very little insight into anything but he sure loves to hear himself talk nonsense. The other guys are fine but he really spoils the show

    for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    turbo12$?
    United Statesa month ago
  • Grinding negativity

    I’ve been an F1 fan since 1991, so not part of the Netflix generation. I’ve found the negativity in this podcast towards the new rules breathtaking though. The second part of the season preview was a hard listen, and completely flattened my enthusiasm for the new season. They’ll be scathing, then say they’re just calling it as they see it but will judge after some time, and then there’ll be YouTube videos published on the Race channel calling the regs a failure, disaster, etc. Where was all this... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ray_shoesmith
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Cheer up boys!

    The Race podcast has become a very pessimistic listen. The episode published on 25th March 26 is an hour and a quarter of the same thing being said by three men. We are only two races in and it’s like F1 has been ruined forever and we will never see a decent qualifying session again. They keep referring to the F1 fanbase in polarising terms. Not all old timers want to go back to the good old days. Not all newcomers want shallow entertainment. It is also very obvious that the overarching op... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TheArtfulBadger
    United Kingdoma month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some express frustration over perceived biases in the commentary, particularly favoring certain teams or drivers.
Listeners appreciate the detailed analysis and insights provided by the hosts.
Overall, the passion and knowledge of the hosts are highly praised, making it engaging and informative for F1 fans.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#213
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#45
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#63
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#148
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#78
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#202
France/Sports

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Tech Show: On location at Haas's TPC test + Gary's verdict on F1's pre-Miami rule tweaks
Q: Is the case that turbo size differences across teams are justified—smaller turbos for quicker response and lower lag, or larger ones for higher top power and efficiency? How do these trade-offs play into current regulations?
Turbo sizing is a balance of response, drag, and overall race performance. Smaller turbos can improve intake response and start performance, but without the MGU-H, large turbos lose some advantage. The optimal choice depends on circuit characteristics, efficiency, and how the team integrates with energy recovery systems; overall, the trade-offs are nuanced and context-dependent.
Tech Show: On location at Haas's TPC test + Gary's verdict on F1's pre-Miami rule tweaks
Q: Why have a PU parts limit in a cost cap era, given the move toward sustainability and fewer engines per year? What would be a cleaner way to regulate the power unit as a single package?
The idea is to treat the PU as a single, bounded package to curb relentless parts churn; however, the current mix-and-match approach creates inefficiencies. A simpler cap on full PU assemblies could reduce strategic penalties and bring clarity to engine development, though it would require consensus and careful calibration to avoid stifling innovation.
Tech Show: On location at Haas's TPC test + Gary's verdict on F1's pre-Miami rule tweaks
Q: I have a question for Gary on the role of damage in car design. Would teams spend time designing for damaged states to retain performance, or intentionally not reinforce devices like barge boards? Any stories of race damage turning into learning experiences?
Damage typically reduces performance, but teams study damaged states to understand failure modes and to optimize around them; sometimes there are surprising learnings from minor damage that inform robustness, though large damage usually forces redesigns. Gary also shared a tale about a bolt coming loose that temporarily yielded a faster lap in testing, illustrating how small failures can reveal useful constraints in aero setup.
Tech Show: Why Honda's F1 engine fix is so difficult
Q: Why are teams not allowed to charge the batteries in the paddock or on the starting grid to eliminate energy harvesting issues during warm-up laps?
Regulations require the four-megajoule battery pack to recharge itself during operation, with limited time at full power; changing where charging can occur would require a multi-party regulatory decision and could create new imbalances depending on team design choices.
Bring Back V10s: Jaguar's nightmare debut season
Q: When you think back to Jaguar in 2000, what's the first thing that comes to mind?
Gary emphasizes the enormous gap between ambition and reality, noting the pressure, the high expectations, and the complex mix of technical hurdles, leadership changes, and budget constraints that defined a notoriously challenging year.

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1. Gary Anderson
2. Stefano Domenicali
3. Jon Noble
4. Nick Bell
5. Andrew van de Burgt
6. Dylan Clifford
7. Andrew Boyagi
8. Mathieu Bonotto

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