The Race F1 Podcast
The Race Media Ltd
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 analysis after each grand prix. The feed also features other F1 shows from The Race's stable, including Bring Back V10s, And Colossally That's History!, and The Race F1 Tech Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 6, 2026 • 57min
Revealing every 2026 F1 car's strength and weakness
Scott Mitchell-Malm, a Formula 1 technical reporter with sharp race-craft insight, and Mark Hughes, a veteran technical analyst renowned for aero and chassis expertise, break down the 2026 cars. They compare power-unit groups, probe engine-chassis integration, and pick one key strength and one key weakness for every team. They also consider how upgrades and Miami could reshuffle the order.
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Apr 4, 2026 • 42min
Adrian Newey and the fine line between triumph and disaster - The Undercut with Damon Hill and Mark Hughes
A deep dive into Adrian Newey's boundary-pushing design approach and why it sometimes teeters between genius and disaster. Conversations cover his radical packaging choices, power unit layout risks at Aston Martin, and how he persuades partners without theatrics. They debate whether singular vision is essential or dangerous and weigh the pressure from owners and timelines for a turnaround.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 1h 1min
Is Verstappen really going to walk away from F1?
Nelson Valkenburg, Dutch F1 commentator offering Netherlands-focused analysis, and Josh Suttill, F1 journalist and technical analyst, debate Max Verstappen’s possible exit. They discuss why top drivers might be unhappy with car feel and regulations. Short takes cover what changes could lure drivers back, Red Bull’s options if he departs, and how big the story is in the Netherlands.
Apr 1, 2026 • 1h 26min
Bring Back V10s: Jaguar's nightmare debut season
Andrew van de Burgt, who ran Jaguar Racing's website in 2000, and Gary Anderson, former F1 technical director who led Jaguar's car development, recall the team's chaotic debut. They discuss testing failures, oil and gearbox problems, Ford's disruptive management, midseason fixes and brief bright spots like Monaco. The conversation traces leadership turmoil, technical firefighting and why the campaign collapsed.
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Mar 29, 2026 • 1h 11min
Japanese GP: Did F1 dodge a bullet with Bearman's crash?
High-speed horror at Spoon and whether F1 narrowly avoided disaster after a big crash. The safety car’s controversial effect on race order and a possible lost win for Piastri. How new power-unit rules and speed differentials exposed safety gaps. Debates over whether regulators should have acted sooner and what technical fixes could prevent repeats.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 49min
Tech Show: Why Honda's F1 engine fix is so difficult
Gary Anderson, former F1 technical director with decades at teams like Jordan and Jaguar, breaks down why Honda’s engine vibrations are so hard to fix. He explains rigid engine mounts, dyno vs on-car testing gaps, packaging compromises with partner teams and tricky MGU-K/harvesting issues. He also discusses Suzuka setup demands, power deployment strategies and on-track measurement techniques.
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Mar 25, 2026 • 1h 7min
F1's polarising 2026 rules - Can the sceptics be won over?
A reappraisal of F1's controversial 2026 rule changes after two races. The team debates whether qualifying has lost its purity while races feel livelier in slow corners. They discuss battery-management-driven overtakes, starts and safety, calls for clearer telemetry, and whether F1 is reshaping itself to attract new fans while risking longtime supporters' trust.
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Mar 23, 2026 • 54min
Lewis Hamilton: Back to his best or too soon to judge?
Mark Hughes, an experienced F1 analyst known for technical and tactical insight, and Nelson Valkenburg, a motorsport journalist and commentator, debate Lewis Hamilton’s strong start. They discuss how the current cars suit him, team dynamics with Ferrari-linked drivers, rising youngsters like Ollie Behrman, and which rivals are adapting or struggling under new regulations.
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Mar 22, 2026 • 1h 2min
HILL & HERBERT: Is F1 2026's Mario Kart style racing any good?
Two former champions debate whether the 2026 rule changes have made racing more entertaining or artificially boosted action. They unpack team sandbagging, Mercedes' hidden pace and surprise qualifiers. Energy harvesting, boost strategies and lost high-speed thrills spark arguments about spectacle versus raw driver challenge. They also single out breakout young drivers and suggest technical tweaks to restore balance.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 45min
Audi's loss, Aston's gain? How a Wheatley move would help Newey
Scott Mitchell-Malm, an experienced F1 journalist and analyst, breaks down the Aston Martin and Audi leadership shuffle. He discusses why Adrian Newey’s TP role seemed temporary. He explains why Aston needs a hands-on team principal and what Jonathan Wheatley would bring. They explore Audi’s rapid response and the potential organisational and cultural impacts.
