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Up To Speed

Global
Formula One
Max Verstappen
Ferrari
Mercedes
Monaco Grand Prix
Kimi Antonelli
Lewis Hamilton
Global Player
Drive To Survive
Regulations
Mclaren
Lando Norris
Red Bull Racing
Oscar Piastri
Kimi Räikkönen
Aston Martin
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One Team
George Russell
Middle East

Step inside sport’s greatest soap opera, Formula One. Hosted by Drive to Survive star Will Buxton, racing driver-turned-broadcaster Naomi Schiff, 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard, and F1 presenter and content creator Jolie Sharpe. Expect razor-sharp reaction, behind-the-scenes insight, blockbuster interviews and answers to the questions you’ve always wanted to ask! With their deep knowled... more

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Latest Episodes

British teenager Arvid Lindblad joins us in the studio for a special interview ahead of his first British Grand Prix.

How is the Racing Bulls driver feeling ahead of his first home race? What does DC remember about his Silverstone debut? And how ha... more

McLaren CEO, Zak Brown, joins Will for a bonus interview for Silverstone week!

Do McLaren want to sign Max Verstappen? Can reigning world champion Lando Norris win his home race this weekend? And how did Zak take McLaren from the back of the grid to... more

Will & DC reflect on George Russell's statement win in Austria and what it means as attention turns to Silverstone & the British GP!

Did George get lucky - should he have been on pole after a controversial qualifying lap - and how he navigated his l... more

Will Buxton is joined by special guest and former Red Bull mechanic Calum Nicholas as Max Verstappen & Co. head to Austria this weekend for their home race...

What was it really like inside the Red Bull dynasty? How does an f1 garage handle the pres... more

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Recent Guests

Calum Nicholas
Author of Life in the Pitlane, former Red Bull mechanic
Red Bull Racing / Talking Bull Podcast
Episode: Inside Red Bull dynasty & Why we should take Verstappen exit talk seriously? | Calum Nicholas
David Coulthard
Former Formula One driver, two-time Monaco Grand Prix winner
Former F1 driver
Episode: The secret to winning the Monaco Grand Prix
Lando Norris
Formula One driver
McLaren
Episode: A new era of Lewis Hamilton v Max Verstappen rivalry?
Mark Bandholzer
Listener who submitted a question from Park City, Utah
Park City, Utah
Episode: Is Oscar Piastri the heir to Max Verstappen’s Red Bull throne?
Alex Albon
F1 driver, Williams
Williams Racing
Episode: Alex Albon Exclusive: "The game has changed"
Ollie Bearman
Formula 1 driver, Haas rider, in-studio guest
Haas F1 Team
Episode: Ollie Bearman Exclusive: From failing his driving test to F1’s hottest new contender
Niall Horan
Fan and guest who asked a question on the show
Episode: Where's F1's back-up plan for Bahrain and Saudi?
Kimi Antonelli
Young Formula One driver
Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team
Episode: Did Kimi Antonelli just become a problem for George Russell?
Gabby Logan
Sports broadcaster
The Sports Agents (Global)
Episode: Is Toto Wolff trying to stop Christian Horner's return to F1?

Hosts

Will Buxton
Host of Up To Speed with deep paddock knowledge and broadcasting experience.
Naomi Schiff
Co-host, former racing driver and in-studio host with racing perspective.
David Coulthard
Co-host, 13‑time Grand Prix winner providing analysis and historical context.
Jolie Sharpe
Co-host, F1 presenter and content creator bringing modern fan perspective.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 261 ratings
  • My favourite F1 podcast

    Lots of fun, opinionated and informative with a great mix of hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve 🇦🇺
    Australia21 days ago
  • You found it

    There is a “best”, and this is it. Will Buxton and DC? Yes!

    Thank God Will has maintained a hand in F1. Hopefully to return full time soon. Soon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    docjkm
    United Statesa month ago
  • Lighthearted yet informative

    Enjoyable show with good insights and amazing stories from DC. Always enjoy the race preview shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ken911
    Irelanda month ago
  • My favorite F1 pod

    I enjoy many F1 pods but I particularly enjoy ones with people associated with the driving and management, I like Gunther Steiners pod and this one because David has some great stories, I have to apologize to Hard Core F1 fans as while I’ve always liked F1 it’s the movie that has made me more passionate so I like to see Will who was great in the movie and I enjoy his view being as he was in the greatest movie I’ve ever seen in my 50 years so thank you guys I love this show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DannyApxGp
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Good in parts

    There has been a great deal of useful information provided by the three main presenters which helped me appreciate the finer points of the issues involved in F1. Unfortunately, Jolie brings little to the mix and her voice is very irritating. The pod would be much improved without her.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kpama
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

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

The hosts deliver sharp, informed F1 analysis with strong chemistry, though some listeners feel Jolie's presence can be jarring for a segment of the audience.
Feedback often centers on production polish and the balance of voices, noting Jolie's contribution as both a strength and a point of contention for a subset of fans.
Listeners appreciate the mix of insider insights and personal stories, with praise for Will, Naomi, and DC's depth and experience.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#147
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#19
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#109
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#78
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#192
Germany/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#16
Ukraine/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Inside Red Bull dynasty & Why we should take Verstappen exit talk seriously? | Calum Nicholas
Q: What was the turning point for Red Bull during the build-up to their peak years?
Calum reflects that a combination of relentless refinement, a strong, non-micromanaged culture, and a deep talent pipeline allowed Red Bull to convert early struggles into sustained success, with leadership and team dynamics playing as big a role as the car itself.
The secret to winning the Monaco Grand Prix
Q: How do you approach Monaco's qualifying, given its history of spectacular laps?
Qualifying is about taking the risk where you can extract the most performance; you need the right balance of freedom and discipline, because a great lap can transform a whole weekend even if the car isn't perfect.
The secret to winning the Monaco Grand Prix
Q: What's the key part of the circuit for you, DC?
Corner by corner, you break where it feels comfortable, build the lap gradually from the hills up to Casino Square, and you keep confidence so you don't make early mistakes that compromise the rest of the lap.
Q&A: What happens if George Russell doesn't win in Canada?
Q: Emma asks whether we could see wheel-to-wheel racing between Kimi and George in Canada.
The panel suggests it would be a pivotal weekend for George, testing whether he can challenge Kimi without overextending himself, especially given upgrades and the sprint format.
Alex Albon Exclusive: "The game has changed"
Q: What has the break enabled you to do for the Miami reg changes?
It gave time to digest the season so far, work on upgrades, and prepare for a smoother integration of the new regulations, while acknowledging the top teams usually excel after regulation changes.

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A high-velocity roundtable on Formula One, featuring four regular hosts who blend race analysis with insider anecdotes, personal stories, and banter. The show reacts to race weekends on Mondays and tackles the week's biggest stories in depth on Thursdays, offering behind‑the‑scenes perspectives, guest interviews, and gossip from the paddock. It stands out for its mix of former drivers and broadcast personalities, creating a dynamic, opinionated voice that appeals to engaged F1 fans who want both technical insight and personality-driven conversation.

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1. Calum Nicholas
2. David Coulthard
3. Lando Norris
4. Mark Bandholzer
5. Alex Albon
6. Ollie Bearman
7. Niall Horan
8. Kimi Antonelli

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