Inside Silverstone podcast

In the last episode of the season, Episode 115, our resident coach, Fiona Pawley, talks with Aly King-Smith, Founding Director of Clearworks Coaching; A team of coaches offering bespoke leadership development and coaching for individuals, groups and teams in STEM, Biotech & Pharma. Their mission to bring about more healthy, happy, high performing leadership confidence in the senior teams of STEM,...

In the latest episode, number 114, our esteemed host, Fiona Pawley, talks with Alex Keys, Sales & Marketing Director at Dumarey Flybrid. 2024 welcomes new and exciting times for PUNCH Flybrid as they rebrand to Dumarey Flybrid. Same group, same people, same product BUT a new brand that encapsulates their desire to continue growth, to innovate further and to service their customers with the same pa...

In the latest episode, Episode 113, our esteemed host, Fiona Pawley, engages in a captivating conversation with Gary Brotman, a fervent technology advocate serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Secondmind. With an impressive track record of over two decades, Gary has led teams dedicated to constructing and commercialising product and service lines for top-tier Fortune 500 companies and startup...

In episode 112 your host, Fiona Pawley, interviews James Dornor, Founder of Driven By Us. The organisation has been set up to support allies, ethnic minorities and female groups in all aspects of automotive and motor sports. Principal activities will be to provide STEM & Media programs targeted at less affluent areas across the UK increasing knowledge and accessibility for these groups. James Dorn...

In episode 111 your host, Fiona Pawley, interviews Leon Price - Team & Sporting Director at Envision Racing. Listen as Leon walks us through his career in motorsport from sweeping floors and making tea at DPR racing, Head of Operations at GP3, to becoming Formula E World Champions with Envision Racing. For Leon racing is a family affair. We talk about fond memories of his dad's (David Price - "Pri...

In episode 110 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Bill Taylor - Sales & Marketing Director at Biketrac. Listen as Bill walks us through the technology they've developed to increase the chances of your bike (or asset) being recovered 94% of the time. He explains the niche sectors Biketrac cover, the types of products available, the education they provide around security, and how they provide UK-wi...

In episode 109 your host, Fiona Pawley interviews, Tristan Allen, Partner and Product Strategy Consultant of room44 and Owner Operator of Fully Charged Silverstone. We dive into emerging trends in the world of eBikes, strategy, and electric micromobility solutions for families and companies. We discuss how strategy relies on knowing what's on the horizon, what's likely to happen, and what could ha...

In episode 108, Chris interviews good friend and travel planner extraordinaire, Sian Pages from Not Just Travel. Listen as Sian and Chris talk through all things New York, Red and Blue states, the glamour of Monaco, the street racing in Singapore, and the bright lights of Las Vegas! Sian also talks through the travel industry during and post Covid, how Brexit is still impacting UK travellers, clim...

In episode 107 your host, Chris Broome, interviews friend of the show, Pim van Baarsen - CEO Silverstone Technology Cluster. Listen as Pim reintroduces who the STC are, who they support, their overriding mission, and their plans for the future. He talks us through their November Innovation and Growth Conference, guest speakers, and why you should attend. He also touches on their community projects...

In episode 106 your host, Chris Broome interviews Chris Kimber-Nickelson - Commercial Director of Silverstone Park. Listen as both Chris' talk through the history of Silverstone Park - from tin sheds to now state-of-the-art commercial units; its relation to the world famous F1 circuit and how the deal was struck to build on the land; the existing businesses based on site - including the likes of P...

In episode 105 your host, Fiona Pawley, interviews David Lorenz - Founder and CEO Lunaz. After the successful exit from his last business, David sought to address the potential mass-redundancy of the 2 billion Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles that currently exist on the planet. Lunaz is his answer. isten as we hear how, from these foundations, David has strategically driven one of the fas...

In episode 104 your host, Fiona Pawley, interviews Leena Gade, Vehicle Dynamics Centre Manager & Race Engineer from Multimatic. Listen as Leena walks us through her impressive engineering career; from Jaguar Land Rover; to Audi Sport; to present-day Multimatic, which has also led to race engineering the NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team; plus her recent appointment as Trustee of the Silverstone Museum....

In episode #103 of Inside Silverstone your host, Fiona Pawley interviews James Densley Chief Technical Director at TDF Ltd. Fiona and James delve into the exhilarating world of engineering and running F1 and heritage cars. Listen as we explore the fascinating story behind the TDF/One, a remarkable creation that combines a genuine Formula 1 chassis with the TDF powertrain. This innovation not only...

In episode #102 your host, Fiona Pawley interviews Darren Cox – CEO of DCC+Co & the innovator behind the Nissan PlayStation GT Academy, the inspiration for the new film Gran Turismo; where Orlando Bloom is cast as Darren. He is a CEO who has launched and run several companies and projects which live mainly in the F1, Motorsport, digital, virtual, marketing and content worlds. Listen as Darren walk...

After an 18-month sabbatical our podcast is now back with a bang. In episode #101 your host, Chris Broome introduces his new fantastic co-host and former guest, Fiona Pawley, Leadership Coach and Engineering Trainer. Listen as Chris introduces Fiona and together, they wax lyrical about their businesses pre, during and post Covid. They talk through the many benefits of hiring a business expert (bot...

Welcome to a landmark moment in the history of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  It's our 100th episode your host, Chris Broome, is interviewed by a panel of 20 previous podcast guests. Listen as Chris talks through a wide range of topics; including his earliest memories of technology, how he overcomes challenges, optimism and its importance, how a David can become a Goliath, and his approach to s...

Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  In episode #99 your host, Chris Broome interviews Kaidoz - Fortnite & YouTube influencer. Listen as Kaidoz explains his journey from a student who enjoyed playing computer games, to becoming a worldwide YouTube and Fortnite influencer with over 2 million subscribers, and content production in excess of 100 videos and 30...

Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  In episode #98 your host, Chris Broome interviews Dr Cristiana Pace of Enovation Consulting. Listen as Cristiana walks us through her impressive motorsport career, which evolved from 'safety' to 'sustainability', and now includes being a member of the FIA Environment & Sustainability Commission; Honorary Research Fellow...

Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  In episode #97 your host, Chris Broome interviews Sally Reynolds, CEO of The Silverstone Experience & Silverstone Heritage. Listen as Sally first introduces us to the mission she and the Silverstone Heritage (a registered charity) has undertaken to promote and encourage motorsport and engineering to the next generation,...

Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  In episode #96 your host, Chris Broome interviews Alan Wilson & Niki Tibble of MoreTrees. Listen as Aland and Niki introduce their newest venture, MoreTrees, a digital platform which through the act of planting a new tree provides a simple way for us to offset our carbon footprint. Alan and Niki explain how the platform...

Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  In episode #95 your host, Chris Broome interviews Gerson Garsed-Brand of Sabe Technology. Listen as Gerson introduces his consultancy business which specialises in fluid dynamics and product development through applied science; covering Formula One, high performance boats, yachts, and more recently wind turbines. Gerson...

Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  In episode #95 your host, Chris Broome interviews Gerson Garsed-Brand of Sabe Technology. Listen as Gerson introduces his consultancy business which specialises in fluid dynamics and product development through applied science; covering Formula One, high performance boats, yachts, and more recently wind turbines. Gerson...

Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  In episode #94 your host, Chris Broome interviews Jenner Collins of Collins Limited. Listen as Jenner introduces us to the world of high performance vehicles, where their business supports performance vehicle engineering teams who are looking to improve on efficiency and speed through a scientific '1st Principles Approa...

Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  In episode #93 your host, Chris Broome interviews Damian Sodel of NN1 Personnel. Listen as Damian introduces to his award winning recruitment business which in recent years has grown exponentially, counting some of the largest logistics and transport firms in Northamptonshire as their clients. Damian then talks us throu...

Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!  In episode #92 your host, Chris Broome interviews Ben Peters of Roadwise. Listen as Ben introduces us to the world of advanced fleet management technology; covering end to end driver performance; road safety; reduced costs; and better human engagement. Ben also talks us through the importance of strategic partnerships;...