Paddock Project: A Formula 1 Podcast

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Spanish Grand Prix Recap with Spanners of Missed Apex Jun 05, 2023

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We're joined by the wonderful Spanners, host of the hit F1 podcast Missed Apex, to recap what we all agree was a thrilling race weekend in Barcelona. We discuss (debate) everything from Checo's future and whether Yuki Tsunoda could be a viable replacement, Mercedes' stellar performance and where these upgrades could take them, whether the Alonso-Stroll relationship is doomed, and much more. Tune in for hot takes galore as we eagerly await the next round in Montreal.

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Spanish Grand Prix Preview + Fernando Alonso Deep Dive Jun 01, 2023

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Getting ready for a much anticipated Spanish GP! Time to see team upgrades shine on a track more representative than Monaco, if Checo can bounce back in the championship, if Alpine and McLaren can continue their upswings, and, of course, if Alonso can claim his first win in ten years (which was last at the Spanish GP in 2013...!). Plus your latest F1 headlines and a deep dive into the man of the moment: hometown (anti)hero Fernando Alonso himself.

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Monaco Grand Prix Recap May 30, 2023

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Join us to recap an eventful weekend at Monaco that (hopefully) cemented its iconic status and potential even in modern F1. We get into the unbelievable quali battle between Alonso and Verstappen, a surprise podium from Ocon, some rainy pit stop drama, disappointments for Checo and Leclerc, and the gap between Alonso and Stroll. We're awaiting Spain to see the full potential of Mercedes upgrades, but in the meantime we're enjoying the 1-point battle between them and Aston Martin in Constructors!

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Monaco Grand Prix Preview + Ask ChatGPT Anything and F1 Academy Deep Dive! May 23, 2023

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Get ready to experience the most historic track on the calendar, the one and only Monaco! We get into Mercedes' upgrades, the Leclerc curse, the Hamilton/Ferrari rumors, De Vries' performance, and some wild podium predictions. Then we ask ChatGPT some fun F1 questions. Finally, we kick off our new segment on women and diversity in motorsport with an introduction to F1 Academy.

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Sustainability and Diversity with Kim Wilson and Kate O'Hara-Hatchley of McLaren May 18, 2023

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Thrilled to be kicking off our monthly recurring series on sustainability and women in motorsport with experts in both fields: Kim Wilson, Director of Sustainability, and Kate O'Hara-Hatchley, Head of Diversity, Early Careers & Development, of McLaren Racing. We delve into how both initiatives are intricately linked, the strides McLaren and the sport have made so far, McLaren's second annual sustainability report out today, the launch of their 60 Scholars program to promote women in STEM this coming Monday, and more.

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Miami Grand Prix Recap: Live From Miami May 09, 2023

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Join us for our Miami race recap, including Sarah’s wild experience doing a McLaren hot lap and much more! We get into what the Miami race is like on the ground, Max’s stunning drive through the field, the Red Bull team dynamics, challenges for Ferrari and Mercedes, Aston Martin’s dream season, and more.

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Oscar Piastri: Live From Miami May 05, 2023

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We had the absolute honor of speaking with McLaren Racing driver Oscar Piastri ahead of the Miami Grand Prix this weekend in what will be his first ever F1 race in the United States. The first driver to win Formula Renault, Formula 3 and Formula 2 consecutively, Oscar has one of the most impressive racing resumes to date and he's only getting started in F1. Fresh off his first points at his home race in Australia and a strong performance in Baku, Oscar tells us what it means to be racing in the U.S. for the first time, the advantages of being the youngest driver on the grid, his favorite track, and much more. Tune in to hear some rapid fire hot takes, and check out more Oscar content on McLaren Racing Instagram and TikTok, and on his website oscarpiastri.com.

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Azerbaijan Grand Prix Recap + Miami Grand Prix Preview May 01, 2023

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Join us as we recap a busy weekend in Baku, from the new Sprint Shootout format to everything in between! We discuss the shocking new Aston Martin teammate dynamic, the drama between Max and George, and why Checo really is the King of the Streets. Plus, we bring you the latest headlines (including some personnel updates from Red Bull and some disappointing news from the F1 Academy) and everything you need to know ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.

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Azerbaijan Grand Prix Preview + Michael Schumacher Deep Dive Apr 26, 2023

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Four weeks too long but we are back and gearing up for five races in the next six weeks! Starting with fan favorite Baku, and the first ever sprint race at a street circuit. We dive into our thoughts on the new format, the many upgrades that are coming, and discuss everything from the Mercedes technical personnel shake-up to our takes on the Taylor Swift and Fernando Alonso rumors. In light of the horrible news of a German magazine running an AI deep fake of Michael Schumacher, we wanted to honor his amazing life and F1 career by diving into his whole story for our special topic. From the arrest that led to his debut to his nuanced legacy, we go through it all.

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Latest Headlines, Our Relative Team & Driver Rankings, and AMA [PATREON EXTENDED CUT] Apr 12, 2023

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While we eagerly wait for racing to pick back up again, we're bringing you the latest F1 headlines from the resurgence of Crashgate and Toto making the billionaires list, to F1 Driver Academy updates and recent comments on the updated sprint format. Then we dig into our relative rankings for drivers and team so far this year - who is over/underperforming their current set-ups? And stay tuned for our AMA segment covering everything from sustainability to where Charles goes next. To listen to the full episode, join us on Patreon!

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