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Cut To The Race | FormulaNerds F1 Podcast

94 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

FormulaNerds are exactly that - Nerds about F1 and Motorsport. We love to dig into the incredible & often crazy world of Formula 1 and other series. Our podcasts are made up of a core team that strive to deliver informative content but with a light-hearted approach.
We have incredible guests on the podcast, ranging from pundits like Karun Chandhok & Louise Goodman. W-Series drivers & the Grand Tour driver Abbie Eaton. The voice of F1, David Croft through to safety car driver Bernd Maylander.

A wide range of topics are covered, from race reviews, season updates, breaking news & even quizzes with our guests like Crofty vs Brundle, where we asked Crofty who came out with some of the best commentary one-liners.

We are committed to providing great content with no biased opinions (apart from our resident Bottas fan) & love what we do.

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Episodes

Episode 83: FormulaNerds 2021 Season Review | Part 1

December 21, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 160 MB

In this 2-Part Season Review special, we review the teams, drivers and races that made up the incredible 2021 F1 World Championship season. In This Episode  - Oli, Abby, Bridge and James discuss the Bottom 8 Teams including the highlights and lowlights of their seasons.In Part 2 - Oli, Sam, Bridge and James discuss the colossal season-long battle between Redbull and Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen and their teammates.Widely considered to be one of the greatest F1 seasons...

Episode 82: [PART 2] The FormulaNerds 2021 Abu Dhabi Season Finale Review

December 16, 2021 00:00 - 26 minutes - 51.1 MB

In this 2-part podcast special, we talk through the on and off-track events at the 2021 season finale, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Previously  - Cal hosted the race review show in Oli's absence joined by Bridge and Abby.In Part 2 - The 'News from The Nerds' team will discuss the fallout and controversy that followed the race, including the latest updates on Mercedes appeals.Widely considered to be one of the most controversial races in F1 history, we discuss the events that took place...

Episode 81: [PART 1] The FormulaNerds 2021 Abu Dhabi Season Finale Review

December 15, 2021 00:00 - 38 minutes - 73.9 MB

In this 2-part podcast special, we talk through the on and off-track events at the 2021 season finale, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. In this show - Cal hosts the race review show in Oli's absence joined by Bridge and Abby.In Part 2 - The 'News from The Nerds' team will discuss the fallout and controversy that followed the race, including the latest updates on Mercedes appeals.Widely considered to be one of the most controversial races in F1 history, we discuss the events that took place...

Episode 80: News From The Nerds 9/12 - Saudi GP Fallout, Finale Preview + Abbie Eaton Exclusive Interview

December 09, 2021 00:00 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MB

Welcome to ’News From The Nerds - Our midweek news show covering everything you need to know from the world of F1. This week Bridge, James, Abby & Grace cover: The Saudi Arabian GP falloutThoughts from the Paddock on the season finale aheadWho will take the crown in Abu DhabiBBC SPOTY controversy with Max Verstappen+ Dalilah catches up with W-Series driver Abbie Eaton after breaking her back at the USA GP. ** GET 20% OFF @ www.Manscaped.com using Code 'FormulaNerds' ** Follow Formu...

Episode 79: The Race of The Decade | The FormulaNerds 2021 Saudi Arabian GP Review

December 07, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 223 MB

This week on the ‘Cut to the Race’ podcast - Oli, Callum, Grace & Abby sat down to discuss what is being called 'The Race of The Decade' - The 2021 Saudi Arabian GP. Widely considered one of the most chaotic, controversial and most now thrilling Grand Prix in the history of F1... We discuss the events that took place this weekend in Saudi Arabia. For the 2nd time in F1 history, the two championship contenders go into the final race level on points. Who will take the crown, Lewis H...

Episode 78: News From The Nerds 1/12 - Tribute to Sir Frank Williams, Rear Wings, F2 news and more!

December 01, 2021 11:47 - 25 minutes - 49.4 MB

Welcome to ’News From The Nerds - Our midweek news show covering everything you need to know from the world of F1. This week Bridge, James, Abby & Grace cover: The latest on the never-ending rear wing dramaHelmut Marko's comments pressuring Verstappen and Red BullF2 championship leader Oscar Piastri who is on the verge of making historyFormula E testing and what to expect from season 8A tribute to Sir Frank Williams and all our favourite Williams moments** GET 20% OFF @ www.Manscape...

Episode 77: News From The Nerds 24/11

November 24, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

Welcome to 'News From The Nerds - Our midweek news show covering everything you need to know from the world of F1. This week Bridge, James & Abby cover: Off-track drama with Red Bull & Christian HornerThe controversy surrounding Gasly helping Verstappen in QatarThe success story of Fernando AlonsoThe drop of McLaren's performance and the fight for 3rd place with FerrariInitial thoughts on the Saudi Arabia GP coming up** GET 20% OFF @ www.Manscaped.com using Code 'FormulaNerds' ** F...

Episode 77: News From The Nerds 24/12

November 24, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

Welcome to 'News From The Nerds - Our midweek news show covering everything you need to know from the world of F1. This week Bridge, James & Abby cover: Off-track drama with Red Bull & Christian Horner The controversy surrounding Gasly helping Verstappen in Qatar The success story of Fernando Alonso The drop of McLaren's performance and the fight for 3rd place with Ferrari Initial thoughts on the Saudi Arabia GP coming up ** GET 20% OFF @ www.Manscaped.com using Code 'FormulaNerds' **...

Episode 76: The FormulaNerds 2021 F1 Qatar GP Review

November 21, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 99.3 MB

This week on the ‘Cut to the Race’ podcast - Oli, Callum, Bridge and Abby sat down to discuss the Qatar Grand Prix, and all the latest F1 news throughout the weekend. F1 headed to a brand new venue this weekend and the panel discussed the legitimacy of this new circuit and its future on the race calendar. Talks then turned to controversial penalty decisions that had cost both Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas their place on the grid, sparking FIA conspiracy talks! Problems at Haa...

Episode 75: The FormulaNerds 2021 F1 Sao Paulo Brazilian GP Review

November 14, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 94 MB

This week on the Cut to the Race podcast, Oli is joined by Abby and Dan as they review the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. ** GET 20% OFF @ www.Manscaped.com using Code 'FormulaNerds' ** It’s Dan’s final show and what a race it was! Lewis Hamilton drove one of the best races of his career to take the chequered flag in P1, followed by Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas. The race was not without controversy, however as intense battles on track boiled over…Tune in to hear all of the best bits ...

Episode 73: BONUS EPISODE - São Paulo F1 2021 Sprint Race Review

November 14, 2021 00:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MB

This week on the Cut to the Race podcast, Dan and Oli are joined by Abby for a mid-weekend catchup. ** GET 20% OFF @ www.Manscaped.com using Code 'FormulaNerds' ** The panel discuss Friday qualifying and then take a deep dive into the penalties handed out over the rear wing debate. Were they fair? Was Max out of order? etc… Sprint qualifying is discussed with the dominant drive by Bottas and an overtaking masterclass by Hamilton the highlights of the day .Stay with the Formulanerd...

Episode 72: News Roundup 12/11/21 - News and Brazil GP Preview

November 12, 2021 00:00 - 34 minutes - 48.1 MB

This week on a very special Cut To the Race News Roundup show, the trio are back to take you through the crazy world of Formula One. We cover the big paddock rumours, from engine penalties to personnel changes and of course, we preview the upcoming Brazilian Grand Prix.      Stay to the end of the show for a very special message from the panel too, it's not one to miss!       www.formulanerds.com

Episode 71: The FormulaNerds 2021 F1 Mexico City GP Review

November 08, 2021 00:00 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MB

This week on the Cut to the Race podcast Oli and Dan sit down to review the rather uneventful Mexico City Grand Prix. ** GET 20% OFF @ www.Manscaped.com using Code 'FormulaNerds' ** The pair of course discuss the turn 1 incident involving Valtteri Bottas and Daniel Riccardo, discussing who is at fault. Both question why there was no penalty and empathise with Schumacher and Tsunoda, who were simply innocent bystanders. The fastest lap shenanigans were aplenty involving Mr Bottas...

Episode 70: News Roundup 4/11/21 + Mexican GP Preview + Fan vs Nerd Quiz!

November 04, 2021 00:00 - 34 seconds - 95.6 MB

This week on the Cut to the Race News Roundup show the trio are reunited to bring you a jam-packed show full of news, views and opinions.    At the end of a busy news week, the panel cover Extreme E, IndyCar, F2, F1, and Mr Valtteri Bottas.  The Mexican GP preview is full of discussion, ranging from engines to drivers to teams.  Finally, Fraser is the guest on this weeks fan vs nerd quiz, as Jay looks to set a new nerds PB.  It's an episode not to miss, so be sure to tune in. ww...

Episode 69: News Roundup 30/10/21 + Fan vs Nerd Quiz

October 30, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

This week on the ‘Cut to the Race’ news round-up show - Dan and Charlotte are in the hot seats to take you through all the news, views and opinions from the F1 week. In an episode that also sees the latest edition of the fan vs nerd quiz - the pair discuss the W-series finale, Extreme E, IndyCar, the Andretti X Sauber deal and so much more! Oscar is the fan on the quiz this week, as he pits himself against Charlotte to see if he can reach the top of the fan leaderboard. It’s a jam-pa...

Episode 68: The FormulaNerds 2021 F1 USA GP Review

October 26, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 155 MB

This week on the ‘Cut to the Race’ Podcast, it’s a packed show as Oli, Matt, Dan, Michael and Callum sit down to review the US Grand Prix. Matt was at the Grand Prix and shared his experiences (and sunburn) with the panel. ** GET 20% OFF @ www.Manscaped.com using Code 'FormulaNerds' ** In a weekend that saw Max extend his championship lead, the panel discuss all the major talking points from the weekend. Did Max pit too early? What did Mercedes do wrong? Why was passing so difficul...

Episode 67: News Roundup 22/10/21

October 22, 2021 00:00 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MB

On this week’s Cut to the Race news roundup, Dan and Jay are back to dive into all the biggest stories from the world of motorsport over the past week. Maggie’s is a charity providing free cancer support and information in centres across the UK and online - https://www.maggies.org/about-us/how-maggies-works/our-story/ The new F1 calendar is out and features the return of a few favourites - and a few tasty triple-headers. Two of Finland’s finest drivers will join forces to compete ...

Episode 66: The FormulaNerds 2021 F1 Turkish GP Review + Oli Is Back!

October 10, 2021 21:10 - 1 hour - 115 MB

This week on the Cut To The Race Podcast - Oli is back hosting and is joined by Dan the Bottas fan, Matt and Callum discussing the 2021 F1 Turkish GP! It was a race that saw Bottas’ first F1 win of the season, in a performance that was quite the contrast to 12 months ago. Aside from Bottas’ faultless drive, Lewis was once again disagreeing with the team regarding strategy, and the panel discuss who was in the right. Oli and Matt take us on a tour of their tour of Red Bull HQ, and ...

Episode 65: News Roundup 4/10/21 + Round 3 of Nerds VS Fan Quiz

October 04, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 125 MB

The news roundup show is back and this time the trio were joined by Matt to discuss this week’s latest news, the Turkish Grand Prix preview and it is the return of the Nerds vs Fans quiz! In this packed show, the group discussed the arrival of the Qatar Grand Prix to the calendar this season, Lando Norris launching his go-karts helping the future generations in motorsport.  They further discussed Lewis Hamilton and his lack of engines - will we see Hamilton take his penalty sooner ...

Episode 64: The FormulaNerds 2021 Russian GP Review

September 28, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 93.6 MB

This week on the 'Cut to the Race Podcast' Dan and Charlotte are back to review the Russian Grand Prix. It was a race of ups and downs for Lando Norris, and a race that saw history being made once again by Lewis Hamilton. It will go down as an all-time classic, so make sure you tune in! Follow FormulaNerdswww.Facebook.com/FormulaNerdswww.twitter.com/FormulaNerdswww.instagram.com/FormulaNerdswww.formulanerds.com

Episode 63: The FormulaNerds 2021 Italian GP Review

September 13, 2021 10:14 - 1 hour - 95.2 MB

This week on the 'Cut to the Race' podcast, Dan and Charlotte review the sensational Italian Grand Prix. So many talking points from the weekend are discussed, from Bottas' sensational performances to a first McLaren 1-2 since 2010. Of course, the incident between Hamilton and Verstappen is analysed, and the duo give their verdict as to who they think is at fault. Monza delivered! Follow FormulaNerdswww.Facebook.com/FormulaNerdswww.twitter.com/FormulaNerdswww.instagram.com/Formul...

Episode 62: News Roundup 10/10/21 - Dutch GP Review, Silly Season & GP Podcast Join Us!

September 10, 2021 14:06 - 58 minutes - 80 MB

This week on the Cut to the Race news roundup show, the trio are back to review the Dutch GP and preview the Italian Grand Prix and of course, cover the chaos that has been silly season over the past week. The team are joined by Andy from The Grand Prix Podcast, following Dan losing his bet that Bottas would remain at Mercedes, and he helps break down all the talking points from the last week. Bottas to Alfa Romeo, Russell to Mercedes and Albon to Williams are to name but a few. Pr...

Episode 61: News Roundup 02/09/21 - Spa Fallout, Kimi's Retirement & Zandvoort

September 02, 2021 19:31 - 42 seconds - 81.9 MB

On this week’s Cut to the Race News Roundup, the tremendous trio are back with a packed show after that interesting weekend in Spa before heading to Zandvoort! They begin looking back at the Belgian Grand Prix weekend, sharing their views and opinions on the events that took place. Half points, a race behind the safety car and that crazy qualifying are to name a few! Dan, Charlotte and Jay look at this week’s latest news including Kimi Raikkonen retirement from Formula 1, more sil...

Episode 60: News Roundup 28/8/21

August 27, 2021 00:00 - 30 minutes - 42 MB

On this week’s episode of the Cut to the Race news roundup - it’s finally race week again! Dan, Charlotte and Jay are back to cover all the biggest news from the last week including Fernando Alonso’s contract extension at Alpine, Toto Wolff claiming he has no interest in signing Max Verstappen and rumours of Qatar replacing Australia on the calendar. There was also some pretty big news from Netflix this week, who have released the Michael Schumacher documentary trailer and confirme...

Episode 59: Fabienne Wohlwend | W-Series Fan Favourite

August 22, 2021 00:00 - 48 minutes - 66 MB

This week on the "Cut to the Race" podcast, Oli, Callum and Emma are joined by W Series driver Fabienne Wohlwend. Fabienne has a lot of experience racing GT cars in the Ferrari Challenge and the Audi Super Cup. She explains to the panel how different racing GT cars is to single-seater racing during her Formula 4 career and W Series. She tells us what she is enjoying about the season so far, supporting Formula One, and how she is finding being referred to as a role model for women an...

Episode 58: News Roundup 19/8/21 + Round 2 of Nerds VS Fan Quiz

August 19, 2021 19:32 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MB

On this episode of the ‘news roundup’ - Dan, Charlotte and Jay are back to discuss all the biggest talking points from the world of motorsport from the last week + A new challenger came to take on the fans vs nerds quiz - could they top our leaderboard and be in with a chance of winning the prize? In Formula 1, there was good news for Dutch fans with organisers confirming next months Grand Prix will go ahead with a crowd at two-thirds of capacity.  There was less good news for Japane...

Episode 57: F1 Commentator CROFTY is on the Show [Episode Rewind]

August 15, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 98.4 MB

This week on the 'Cut to The Race' podcast, we rewind to a special podcast episode to meet a modern F1 legend. Sky Sports F1 commentator David Croft joins the panel to discuss his thoughts on all things F1 including Daniel Ricciardo's current performance, the 2022 regulations and why Mercedes aren't as dominant as we all expected this year. He also touches upon the subject of Valtteri Bottas and whether he thinks the Finn should be replaced at the end of this year. We ask him how h...

Episode 56: News Roundup 13/08/21

August 13, 2021 00:00 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MB

In this week’s News Roundup the trio is reunited and back better than ever, to discuss the latest news within the summer break, and some silly season chat. We spoke about this week’s latest motorsport news; with Aston Martin’s disqualification appeal, McLaren’s announcement of their first Extreme E driver, Tanner Foust, Valentino Rossi’s retirement from MotoGP, and the Formula E season finale. Dan, Charlotte and Jay also discussed silly season predictions within the driver market,...

Episode 55: W-Series Driver - Sabre Cook

August 09, 2021 00:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MB

This week on the 'Cut to the Race' podcast - Oli, Callum and Dan sat down with star of W-series, Sabre Cook. A wide range of topics were discussed, from Sabre's love on IndyCar to the slowly improving role of women in motorsport. Sabre is one of few drivers who also have a mechanical engineering degree, and the panel ask if his helps her when it comes to her driving.W-series has a somewhat unusual format, and the panel ask Sabre her thoughts on the short weekends and the new calend...

Episode 54: News Roundup 6/8/21 + Nerds VS Fan Quiz

August 06, 2021 00:00 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MB

This week on the "Cut to the Race" News Roundup podcast Dan welcomes Emma to the panel to discuss the latest news in F1. We start off this week discussing the news that current F2 driver Dan Ticktum has parted ways with Williams. Or to put it more bluntly, Williams sacked him. The duo give their opinion on his controversial mishaps and ponder what this now means for his career. This brings us on nicely to who might be at Williams next year with various drivers rumoured to take the ...

Episode 53: The FormulaNerds 2021 Hungarian GP Review

August 01, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 125 MB

This week on the 'Cut to the Race podcast' - Oli, Matt, Dan and Callum sat down to discuss all things related to the chaotic Hungarian Grand Prix. The panel discuss Bottas' crash and the implications this has for the championship, before moving on to discuss the fact that Lewis Hamilton was the only car on the grid for the red flag restart. The main talking points of the race were covered, and all were happy to see Esteban Ocon take the chequered flag as a Grand Prix winner for the...

Episode 52: News Roundup 27/07/21

July 29, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MB

Another week and the trio are back to discuss all the latest news and gossip straight from the world of Formula 1. On the menu this week is all the fallout from Red Bull’s protest against Lewis Hamilton’s penalty at Silverstone, plus the war of words between the world champion and rival Max Verstappen. Silly season is well underway again, with rumour strongly linking Nyck de Vries to Williams and Valtteri Bottas to Alfa Romeo. Alpine have also released some important news, the next...

Episode 51: Sam Bird - Formula E Championship Leader [EPISODE REWIND]

July 25, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 92.6 MB

This week we revisit one of your favourite episodes recorded earlier in the year where Oli, Callum, Matt, Dan and Emma were joined by Formula E driver, Sam Bird. Sam tells us all about Formula E, the all-electric racing series, and why we should be watching more of it as motorsport fans. He guides us through the impact of Formula E on the electric car industry and how important that is for the future. He talks us through his career to date and how he missed out on a top drive in For...

Episode 50: News Roundup 22/07/21

July 22, 2021 00:00 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MB

On this week’s News Roundup ‘Cut to the Race’ podcast, the trio are back to cover all the biggest stories coming out of the world of Formula 1 and the aftermath from the British Grand Prix. We discussed the war of the words between Mercedes and Red Bull after that controversial crash. In the aftermath of Hamilton’s commission being published, we explored how F1 doing more to increase inclusion and diversity in the sport after racist comments. Our thoughts and opinions on the 2022 ca...

Episode 49: The FormulaNerds 2021 British GP Review

July 20, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 93.8 MB

On today's episode, our panel of Oli, Matt, Emma, and Michael discuss the 2021 British Grand Prix.  A very tightly contested championship battle just got a lot closer and a lot spicier on track and on the podcast.  The gang starts out by giving their verdicts on the Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton incident at Copse corner in lap 1.  From who was at fault, to the "controversial?" penalty, the fallout for the rest of the reason and even the statements and actions of Toto Wolff and ...

Episode 48: News Roundup 14/07/21

July 14, 2021 00:00 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MB

On this week’s News Roundup ‘Cut to the Race’ podcast, the trio are back to cover all the biggest stories coming out of the world of Formula 1. Could this be Kimi Raikkonen’s final season? Will there be a second race at Silverstone this year? Speaking of Silverstone, it’s once again British Grand Prix weekend! Dan and Charlotte have decided to leave Jay and go, but the trio rattled through all the biggest talking points ahead of the weekend. Including if Lewis Hamilton can halt Max ...

Episode 47: News Roundup 8/7/21 & F1 Tech Talk with Craig Scarborough

July 08, 2021 00:00 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MB

On this week’s News Roundup ‘Cut to the Race’ Podcast – Dan, Charlotte and Jay are back to discuss all the biggest talking points from the world of Formula 1 over the last week. The trio looked back at Lewis Hamilton’s new contract, Daniel Ricciardo’s anguish at another cancelled Australian GP, Lando Norris’ penalty situation and Christian Horner’s reaction to the recent 2025 engine talks. Charlotte and Jay also caught up with F1 TV analyst and tech expert Craig Scarborough to disc...

Episode 46: The FormulaNerds 2021 Austrian GP Review + Veloce Extreme E Boss, Ian Davies

July 04, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 140 MB

In this weeks edition of the 'Cut to the Race' Podcast - Oli, Cal, Dan and Matt discuss the Austrian Grand Prix and Oli and Emma interviewed the Team Manager of the Veloce Extreme E team, Ian Davies. We review the major talking points of the 2021 Austrian Grand Prix, the key moments from the race were of course analysed and drivers of the day decided. Along with the race review, the 4 also take a deep look at Mercedes and the way they treat their drivers. In particular, Valtteri ...

Episode 45: News Roundup 01/07/21

July 01, 2021 00:00 - 44 minutes - 60.6 MB

On this week’s News Roundup ‘Cut to the Race’ podcast – Dan, Charlotte and Jay are back to discuss all of the juicy stories coming from the world of F1 over the past week. The trio look into the new home of the Russian Grand Prix in St. Petersburg, Turkey once again returning to the calendar to replace Singapore, Guanyu Zhou stepping in for Fernando Alonso in practice and Aston Martin stealing some of Red Bull’s talent. With the Austrian Grand Prix looming ever closer, the panel ma...

Episode 44: The FormulaNerds 2021 Styrian GP Review + Formula Woman

June 29, 2021 08:59 - 1 hour - 103 MB

This week on The 'Cut to the Race' podcast, Oli, Callum, Emma and Michael discuss the pretty uneventful Styrian Grand Prix. There were a few gems in there, despite the lack of action. The panel briefly talk about qualifying and give their opinion on Valterri Bottas being handed a penalty for his spin in the pit lane. Was it justified? Or just a bit harsh? Moving onto the race, the panel discuss the battle between Lando Norris and Sergio Perez, and whether the Mexican could have cla...

Episode 43: News Roundup 22/6/21

June 22, 2021 18:40 - 34 minutes - 67.3 MB

On the first episode of the all-new - News Roundup  ‘Cut to the Race’ Podcast – Dan, Charlotte and Jay round up all the recent rumours and goings-on in the world of Formula 1.   The trio delved into Esteban Ocon’s three-year contract extension with Alpine and what it could mean for the rest of the grid, Abu Dhabi’s attempts to improve racing, Pirelli’s strategy going forwards after recent tyre controversy and Valtteri Bottas’ anger being welcomed by Mercedes boss Toto Wolff. With w...

Episode 42: The FormulaNerds 2021 French GP Review + Pirelli's Mario Isola

June 20, 2021 21:23 - 1 hour - 122 MB

This week on the 'Cut to the Race' podcast - Oli, Dan and Callum sat down to discuss the surprisingly good French GP, as well as the big news from the week and we chat to Pirelli F1 Boss Mario Isola.    The panel discussed the cancellation of Romain Grosjean's IndyCar test, Kevin Magnussen's stand-in IndyCar drive and many other items from across the week. Also discussed were the issues surrounding Pirelli, and spoke about attending two Pirelli press conferences in the week and the t...

Episode 41: The Voice Of F1 - Crofty

June 09, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 96.7 MB

This week on the 'Cut to The Race' podcast, Oli, Callum, Emma, Dan and Michael meet a modern F1 legend.    Sky Sports F1 commentator David Croft joins the panel to discuss his thoughts on all things F1 including Daniel Ricciardo's current performance, the 2022 regulations and why Mercedes aren't as dominant as we all expected this year.He also touches upon the subject of Valtteri Bottas and whether he thinks the Finn should be replaced at the end of this year.    We ask him how he ha...

Episode 40: The FormulaNerds 2021 Azerbaijan GP Review

June 06, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 138 MB

This week on the 'Cut to the Race' podcast - Oli, Dan, Matt and Callum sat down to discuss the chaotic Azerbaijan Grand Prix, as well as covering key talking points from Monaco and this weeks news.    Valtteri's botched pit-stop was a talking point, as well as Leclerc's short lived sensational pole position.The panel covered the cancellation of the Singapore Grand Prix, and look at alternative venues that could host a race to keep a calendar of 23 races a possibility. Spa also suffer...

Episode 39: The Business of F1 - with Mark Gallagher

May 22, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 123 MB

On today’s very special episode, Oli and Matt are joined by F1’s best-connected man: Mark Gallagher. From corporate board rooms, to operations, commentating, and even Hollywood, Mark has done it all. The list of teams and drivers Mark has been involved with is truly staggering. From the likes of Senna, Schumacher,  and Häkkinen, Mark has worked with and been around them all.On the team side Mark worked with Jordan, Jaguar, and subsequently Red Bull.    He founded his own team in St...

Episode 38: F1 Safety Car Driver - Bernd Mayländer

May 15, 2021 00:00 - 56 minutes - 77.1 MB

On today’s episode, Oli, Matt, Callum, and Michael have a sit down with an F1 institution of over 20 years: FIA safety car driver Bernd Mayländer.   Known best in most circles for leading the Formula 1 pack under a yellow flag, our panel dives into the mindset, experiences, and memories of Bernd’s daily activities.   From safety car testing to his snack of choice in race control, Bernd shares it all.With two of the coolest company cars on the planet (with an Aston Martin Vantage and...

Episode 37: We speak with F1, GP2, LeMans & IndyCar Driver - Jordan King

May 12, 2021 00:00 - 58 minutes - 81 MB

This week on the ‘Cut to the Race’ podcast. Oli, Dan and Michael sat down to interview racing driver, Jordan King.  Jordan revealed his career to date and discussed how each series he raced in comes with its own challenges when adapting to the car.Jordan offered a fantastic insight into his work with Alpine F1 team, and within the Formula E paddock.   Additional to this, we hear his experiences of the 24 hours of Le Mans, Indy 500 and WEC.    As well as a racing driver, Jordan is a ...

Episode 36: The FormulaNerds 2021 Spanish GP Review

May 10, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 114 MB

This week on the 'Cut to the Race' podcast - Oli, Dan, and Matt sat down to discuss the Spanish Grand Prix, and the news from the past week.  Follow FormulaNerds www.Facebook.com/FormulaNerds www.twitter.com/FormulaNerds www.instagram.com/FormulaNerds www.formulanerds.com

Episode 35: Verstappen VS Hamilton + The Latest News

May 03, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 138 MB

This week on the 'Cut to the Race' podcast - Oli, Dan, Matt and Callum sat down to discuss, Imola, Portimao and the news we've missed over the past few weeks.   The panel discuss the Russell/Bottas incident that got everyone talking, and each draw their own conclusions about who was to blame, before moving on to cover the other talking points from the weekend and crediting Lewis Hamilton's incredible comeback drive.   The news over the past fortnight includes F1 heading to Miami, Suz...

Episode 34: F1's Rosanna Tennant

April 28, 2021 00:00 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MB

This week on the "Cut to the Race" podcast, Oli, Callum and Emma are joined by Formula One presenter, reporter and occasional podcaster Rosanna Tennant.  Rosanna talks us through her role in F1, how she plans and researches a race weekend and gives us an insight into everything she is involved in. The panel grill her on her thoughts on current F1 news such as the Canadian Grand Prix being replaced with Turkey and whether sprint races will work.We also touch on her involvement in the...

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