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The Race F1 Podcast

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

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

As a special bonus, we're making the Thursday edition of our In-Car Insights podcast - usually only available to The Race Members' Club - free for everyone to listen to.

In this episode, Edd Straw and Jon Noble dive into the paddock’s big talking po... more

Bring Back V10s has World Cup fever! With the help of our members, we put together a tournament featuring 32 of the best races from 1989 to 2005, and in this episode you'll hear Edd Straw, Matt Beer and Ben Anderson debate the tournament from the las... more

In the latest episode of The Race F1 Podcast, we discuss the news that Red Bull has been declared Formula 1's best engine under the Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) system, meaning that rivals Mercedes and Ferrari will both get... more

In the second instalment of our Driver Rankings podcast, Ben Anderson grills Edd Straw on how he ranked the drivers after the Monaco Grand Prix.

One driver's ranking proved particularly controversial to many people in The Race Members' Club - but do... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Beer
Journalist on The Race F1; contributor to Bring Back V10s
The Race
Episode: Bring Back V10s: Why Benetton's post-Schumacher era was so rough
Ben Anderson
Writer and commentator on The Race F1
The Race
Episode: Bring Back V10s: Why Benetton's post-Schumacher era was so rough
Matt Majendie
F1 journalist and author of Inside Red Bull Racing
The Race
Episode: Is Red Bull 2.0 good enough to keep Verstappen?
Josh Suttill
Journalist on-site at the Nürburgring for The Race
The Race
Episode: Why Verstappen's Nurburgring adventure was a successful failure
Pierre Hamelin
Race engineer for Arvid Lindblad / Racing Bulls
Racing Bulls / Toro Rosso era teams
Episode: The art of communicating with F1 drivers - A race engineer shares his secrets with Damon and Johnny
Edd Straw
F1 journalist on-site for the Turkey weekend
The Race / The Athletic
Episode: Bring Back V10s: Turkey 2010 - The dramatic fallout from big Vettel/Webber clash
Pierre Genon
Toyota project manager for Haas F1
Toyota Gazoo Racing
Episode: How Toyota is helping transform F1’s smallest team
Zak Brown
McLaren CEO
McLaren
Episode: 'It was a mess' - Zak Brown reveals how McLaren turned its F1 fortunes around
Alex Jacques
Viaplay Netherlands and F1 TV lead commentator
Viaplay Netherlands / F1 TV
Episode: The secrets of F1 race commentary - and the unique challenge of calling a race in 2026

Hosts

Edd Straw
On-site F1 journalist with broad experience across The Race and The Athletic; frequent primary contributor on F1 analysis and history.
Glenn Freeman
Seasoned journalist and host with deep background in F1 coverage and historical context.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 6.5k ratings
  • Great!… if you love ads

    former dedicated listener. its just too many ads now

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jk1212
    United States2 months ago
  • Great discussions

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Older bloke!
    United Kingdom2 months 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 Kingdom2 months 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 States2 months 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 Kingdom3 months ago

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

Fans appreciate the technical depth and cross-industry perspectives from sponsors and team leadership.
Overall, guests and analysis are valued for depth, though some reviews note perceived bias or heavy critique on certain topics.
Damon Hill and Mark Hughes bring strong governance and industry insight, but some listeners feel Scott Mitchell-Malm dominates at times.

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#94
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#42
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#249
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#37
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Apple Podcasts
#64
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#46
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Tech Show: Fixing Ferrari’s risk-averse culture + Dubious 2026 F1 car developments
Q: Could the engine formula be moved to 2028 with financial incentives, and would a checkbook-style deal help bring back V8s sooner?
A possible move exists if budgets, regulations, and the economic landscape support it; while teams could finance such a shift, it would require regulatory alignment and a clear financial framework to ensure stability and a reasonable return on investment, rather than a simple payout.
Tech Show: Fixing Ferrari’s risk-averse culture + Dubious 2026 F1 car developments
Q: Would hydrogen combustion engines be a viable path for future regulations, and could regulations be drafted to bring them in earlier if compensated?
Hydrogen combustion is seen as an interesting but not readily viable road car solution; F1 would need to balance road relevance with feasibility and budget, and any move toward hydrogen would require careful consideration of technology readiness and cost, with engine manufacturers needing a justifiable return on investment under the budget cap.
How Toyota is helping transform F1’s smallest team
Q: Could you explain your job with Haas and the three main projects you oversee?
Genon explains his role coordinating Toyota–Haas projects, focusing on the TPC program, the driving loop simulator, and the composite parts production, with an emphasis on driver development and system integration.
Tech Show: Should the FIA have clamped down on certain Miami upgrades?
Q: With all the speculation about Red Bull not being eligible for Aduo, what changed since domination in terms of chassis and aero problems?
Gary explains that Red Bull faced wind tunnel challenges and that results can be misread; the balance between people insight and tool data is crucial, and teams must propose to the FIA for review to ensure a fair, competitive playing field.
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.

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What is The Race F1 Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show delivers expert, journalist-led discussion on Formula 1 news, races, and industry dynamics with a ground-level feel from on-site reporting and deep dives into strategy, governance, and tech. Episodes regularly feature veteran analysts, active reporters, race engineers, and prominent team leaders, offering historical context, live event impressions, and nuanced takes on regulatory changes, car development, and sponsorship. A standout trait is the ability to blend practical racing insight with broader business and media angles, making it valuable for listeners who want both technical understanding and industry perspective. This mix makes it appealing to F1 professionals, sponsors, and marketing teams seeking credible guests and story... more

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5. Pierre Hamelin
6. Edd Straw
7. Pierre Genon
8. Zak Brown

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