Bearly Qualified

With George Russell hitting his best form, whilst Kimi hit the wall, the Baku weekend potentially opened the door to the championship... or did it? Join the Bearly Qualified boys as they pick apart the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as only they know how!

Monza saw history made as Gasly stuck it on Pole and Kimi wins from last place... Sorry, Ryan, 19th place. I didn't mean to trigger you... Join a couple of Bearly Qualified fanatics as they rant about Kimi, Dump on Charles and play captains while picking their dream Karting lineup. It's a jam-packed episode, so grab a cuppa and relax as these two Bearly Qualified fans chew the fat of a breatheless...

There's a bit of a trend that F1 drivers sign themselves a nice, new, fat contract and then immediately shove their car into the next available wall. Max is normally one to break the mold, but his uncharacteristic crash at Zandvoort has the boys questioning his focus levels. There was so much more to discuss from a surprisingly action-packed Sunday race (let's all ignore that snoozy sprint, eh?!)...

School may be out for Summer, but the BQ boys are back in the office and ready with their report cards! Who will get the red pen of death? Who's all A's??? Which driver needs to go sit on the naughty step and think about what he did for the season to date?! Join Morgan and Ryan as they take a Bearly Qualified look at the first half of the season, along with some second half predictions and a look...

Join the boys as they deconstruct a Norris win in Hungary, get deep into the new regs (for what must be about round 5 or 6 on that debate) and ask who, if anyone, might bring the fight to Antonelli in the second half of the season?! Morgan and Ryan take you into the racetrack's most gripping stories. From McLaren's stunning resurgence and the intense debate over "Papaya Rules," to Verstappen's rut...

By George! It's another episode of Bearly Qualified, and the boys delve deep into Russell's woes... but are they at the hands of Toto?! Join us for a different angle of the Belgium Grand Prix as we take a scarcely qualified look at that Colapinto overtake, everything else the TV Director decided we didn't need to see, and just what is going on at Mercedes... Tune in, and maybe pop on a tin-foil ha...

A full British Bake Off of speed, strategy, and a pinch of Ferrari flair. In this episode, we dig into how Charles was crowned a winner at the home of British racing, while the FIA took an 'L' and seem to have lost an 'F' from their acronym. From Silverstone’s fast-and-furious historic turns to a disagreement about the nature of F1, we unpack the moments that left fans saying “cheers” one minute a...

This week the boys cast their Bearly Qualified eyes over some polarising Drone footage from Austria, and whilst they're at it they review what was a pulsating race from the Styrian mountains. They also take a look forward to Silverstone where the British GP promises some tasty drama and maybe - according to one of them - a return to the top step for Forumla One's most famous Dutchman. Sit back, tu...

Formula One returns to Austria this weekend, and the Bearly Qualified boys find a moment to look ahead as they make their predictions for the race. Morgan & Ryan discuss Gasly's penalty mess before they ruminate on the Alonso rumour. Join us for everything you didn't known you needed to known ahead of #raceweek #austria #f1 #mercedes #ferarri #astonmartin #alpine #gasly #mclaren #ferrari #podc...

It's just like the good ol' days, when Luigi, driving the Yoshi Bike, would weave through bananas and blue shells on his way to a glorious 1st place at Mount Wario to win the Star Cup. Only this time, it was Circuit de Catalunya and Luigi was wearing his brothers colour of Red whilst blasting his way to victory in a Scuderia Ferrari SF-26. And Ryan is quite pleased about it. Lots of other talking...

After a fantastic weekend of F1 Kim Kar-Dashing around the streets of Monaco, the Bearly Qualified lads review the whole spectacle. This episode covers everything that the fans care about from the Monaco Grand Prix, with an insanely detailed breakdown of a truly unpredictable race weekend. From jaw-dropping qualifying moments where 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli pushes his case for being a generationa...

Fresh from finding Instagram fame by dunking all over poor Lance Stroll (90k views and still climbing!), will the boys let their new celebrioty status go to their heads? Whatever the outcome, they are as Bearly Qualified as ever to talk about Formula One, and in this episode they give their thoughts on Monaco Grand Prix's past and imminent. Cue some outrageous Top 10 finish predictions, some hilar...

After one of the most exciting races in recent memory, Morgan and Ryan unpack a crazy race filled with horrendous strategies, brilliant wheel to wheel action and more than the odd rookie error. In this episode, you’ll discover: How the drivers had more freedom to push for longer, leading to closer racing and breathless watching What the boys made of Kimi vs George The chaos and lessons learned fro...

Most F1 teams are a step away from greatness (although some are quite a few more steps away than that!) and the key is understanding which step. In this episode, Morgan and Ryan take a bold, playful approach inspired by football transfer windows, asking: What does each team truly need to elevate their game? From strategic overhauls to branding revamps, they cut through the noise to identify one ga...

These lads really are Bearly Qualified, but they'll keep on chatting regardless... Ryan kicks off with his spontaneous notes from the race in Miami, starting with a critique of Aston Martin’s pace and questioning if they are playing the long game by holding back innovations to prevent copying.. You'll discover: The bold control Max Verstappen displays, including his legendary in-race control and s...

Most Formula One fans are obsessed with predicting champions, but what if we ranked drivers not just on current skill, but on their career potential and the likelihood of becoming legends? In this episode of the "Bearly Qualified" podcast, Morgan and Ryan dive headfirst into a bold, often hilarious categorization of the grid — from GOATs to inching towards the bin. They challenge conventional wisd...

After a quick summary of the new regulations that are being introduced for the Miami Grand Prix, the episode shifts into a spirited discussion about the best drivers in history... Morgan and Ryan reveal their personal top five, justifying their picks with a mix of stats, iconic moments, and racing charisma. Prepare to hear why one legendary driver still resonates, how adaptability ranks another am...

Ryan, and Morgan to a lesser extent, is frustrated by the complicated reality of the current regulations, but do the boys have any of the solutions? Or are they as Bearly Qualified as ever?! In this episode of Bearly Qualified , Morgan and Ryan peel back the layers of F1's rulebook. They explore how AI and complex energy deployment regulations have eroded the essence of racing skill, turning drive...

The boys return to discuss what happened in Japan, what's happened since and how we're feeling about F126. The boys have previous questioned Kimi's "wonder boy" reputation, but have they underestimated him? Japan's victory was perhaps a surprising performance; Ryan and Morgan unpack how the driver might be proving he’s ready to fight for a title. Could Kimi's relaxed approach and bold attitude fin...

F1 starts in 2026 with back to back episodes, and so does Bearly Qualified! Our two bearly legitimate hosts get their heads around a Chinese Grand Prix full of drama, overtakes and outspoken world champions. Is F1 entering one of it's greatest eras? Or is this Mario Kart on steroids? We explore the strategic evolution that allows drivers like Lewis Hamilton, Kimi Antonelli, and others to manipulat...

After technical issues and other teething issues interrupted Episode 1, find the end of the recording here! In this bonus content, we discuss Grid Rivals, and why this F1 fantasy league is so much better than the official F1 fantasy game — and it’s all about contract strategy. In this episode, we break down why Grid Rivals’ contract system completely changes how you build your team, forcing you to...

Welcome to Bearly Qualified ! It all starts here, and by here we mean Melbourne, Australia for round one of the 2026 Formula One season. In a sport where strategy often determines victory, the debut episode of Bearly Qualified unravels the chaotic, hilarious, and unpredictable world of Formula One and why it just might be more exciting than ever. Morgan and Ryan take you into the season’s opening...