Driven By Us

World Champions 2025 Special - Welcoming Louise McEwen is Chief Marketing Officer at McLaren Racing, where she leads the global brand narrative, visual identity and commercial strategy for the team’s racing operations.    But beyond branding and sponsorships, Louise is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion across motorsport. As part of McLaren’s pioneering inclusion...

Stephanie Travers is a trailblazing engineer and leader in motorsport, currently serving as the Senior Impact Manager at Mission 44, the charitable foundation created by Sir Lewis Hamilton to foster a more inclusive education system and empower underserved communities. She also held leadership roles with Team X44, Hamilton’s Extreme E team, including Deputy Team Principal, and previously served as...

Denzel Manyande, an accomplished freelance consultant who specializes in operations and logistics. Denzel has built a reputation for transforming ideas into reality with precision whether it’s through event management, project delivery, or supply chain execution. His hands-on, detail-oriented approach makes him a trusted partner for organizations looking to deliver flawlessly from design all the w...

This week we're reflecting with Formula E - Live from The London E-Prix with Raphaella Gordon‑Saker is a Senior Sustainability & Social Impact Manager on the sustainability team at Formula E, the world’s premier all-electric racing series Formula E, Raffy leads strategic initiatives that empower communities, champion diversity and inclusion, and ensure sustainable legacies...

Jahee Campbell-Brennan is a motorsport engineer and entrepreneur known for his innovative work in both motorsport and automotive engineering. After graduating with a Master’s in Automotive Engineering, he began his career in high-volume vehicle development at Ford, before going on to found Wavey Dynamics, a consultancy specialising in vehicle dynamics, aerodynamics, and engineering design for high...

Today’s guest is David Manuwa, a rising talent in motorsport engineering, a race winning, Race Engineer in British F4 with Chris Dittmann Racing (CDR). David’s journey into the world of motorsport began behind the wheel, where he made his mark as the 2013 Bayford Meadows Cadet Champion and later became the 2022 British University Karting Champion while studying Motorsport Engineering at Coventry U...

Yohanes Scarlett is a seasoned Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) expert, currently serving as the Policy and Research Advisor for Diversity and Inclusion at the Royal Academy of Engineering. His passion for social justice was kindled early on, shaped by his volunteer work at youth clubs, where he listened to and supported young people facing systemic inequalities. This foundation has deeply...

Sorsha Elson is carving out her place in the fast-paced world of Formula 1 as the first female Mechanical Engineering Apprentice. Her story stands out because she didn’t follow the traditional path into motorsport. In fact, her first career was as a flight attendant, where conversations with pilots and engineers sparked her curiosity about how complex machines operate. That spark quickly grew into...

James Sherwood-Smith is a seasoned British presenter and producer with a dynamic career spanning television, live events, and digital media. His work encompasses sectors such as motorsport, technology, and youth engagement James began his television career in 2007 as a film reporter, where he interviewed celebrities like Will Smith and Idris Elba. His engaging presence led to a nomination for the...

We're joined by Bianca Bustamante one of the most exciting young talents in international motorsport, blazing a trail and doing it her own way! At just 19 years old, Bianca has already made history as a trailblazing Filipino racing driver, competing at the highest levels of junior single-seaters. She rose to prominence in the inaugural F1 Academy, where she showcased her speed, resilience, and det...

British GP Special! - Driven By Us Community kicked off the Silverstone GP in full force at the Drivers Inn Stage, highlighting the power of community, connection, and inclusion in motorsport 💜 We were thrilled to welcome so many passionate fans, allies, and changemakers to our Community Hub from all walks of life to a vibrant space created for conversation, collaboration, and celebration of insp...

The 2nd anniversary celebration of F1 Arcade brought together a distinguished panel of voices from across the motorsport industry for a special live podcast-style event. Hosted by Cayana Freeman , the discussion cantered on journeys, diversity, community engagement, and the evolving fan culture within Formula 1. The event served not only as a milestone for F1 Arcade but also as a platform for thou...

Bella James is a British motorsport content creator and presenter known for her sharp wit and engaging interviews. With a background in Business and a dissertation focused on the barriers women face in Formula 1, she brings both academic insight and a fresh perspective to the sport. Bella has collaborated with platforms like WTF1, conducted interviews with drivers such as Daniel Ricciardo and Oliv...

With a dynamic career that spans the worlds of entertainment and elite motorsport, Emma Walsh brings a truly unique voice to the industry. Originally from Cape Town and now based in London, Emma began her journey as a professional dancer, singer, and stunt performer — including a role in the West End production of Grease The Musical. Never one to sit on the sidelines, she holds a race licence and...

Isi Browning is a dynamic motorsport presenter and commentator, the lead commentator for F1 Kids, Formula 1’s youth-focused broadcast initiative. She made her F1 debut at the Monaco Grand Prix, leading the broadcast for F1 Kids and bringing energy and clarity to motorsport coverage for younger audiences. Isi has presented and reported across various motorsport events, including pitlane reporting a...

Katrina Ee is a 15-year-old Malaysian-Hong Kong racing driver making her car racing debut in the 2025 Ginetta Junior Championship with Tim Gray Motorsport. A four-time Asian karting champion, she has competed across the IAME Asia Series, Rotax Max Challenge Asia, and ROK Cup Asia.   In 2024, Katrina was selected as one of six drivers in the inaugural cohort of the More than Equal Driver...

Kyan Francis is a content creator and presenter known for his engaging blend of humour and insightful analysis. With over 120,000 followers on Instagram, he has captivated audiences by covering events like the British Grand Prix and the Goodwood Festival of Speed. A graduate in sport science and coaching from Nottingham Trent University, Kyan has collaborated with brands such as F1 Arcade and Topp...

Billy Jeans is a British motorsport engineer currently serving as a Trackside Power Unit Engineer at Red Bull Racing. He joined the team in 2024, just after the summer shutdown, and quickly became an integral part of their championship-winning season. With only two days to prepare before his first race, Billy embraced the challenges of Formula 1, contributing to Red Bull’s success.  Before hi...

Amber Jones is a motorsport presenter, media trainer, and diversity advocate, returning as a guest after co-hosting Season 1 of the Driven By Us podcast. She’s presented for top motorsport platforms including WTF1, GT Cup Championship, Ferrari Challenge UK, and Daytona Motorsport, covering circuits like Silverstone and Brands Hatch. In 2024, she was part of the presenting team for the Ferrari HP E...

George Imafidon MBE is a humanitarian engineer, entrepreneur, and advocate for diversity in STEM. Raised in Peckham, South London, George co-founded and leads Motivez, an award-winning organisation that has empowered over 9,000 underserved young people in the UK to access STEM opportunities. His commitment to social impact earned him the Diana Award in 2019. In motorsport, George serves as a Race...

Welcome to Season 2 of the Driven By Us Podcast, your backstage pass to the people powering motorsport and the stories that don’t make the headlines. Recorded in our brand new studio with an exciting new line-up of hosts, this season dives deeper into untold journeys, breakthrough moments and honest conversations from across the automotive and motorsport industries. We’re back because there’s more...

Season Finale! Savannah Thomas, speaks to the phenomenal Ella Podmore MBE, a multi award winning engineer, a distinguished materials engineering manager and a passionate advocate for women in engineering. With over a decade of experience in the materials sector, she has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise in managing complex projects and driving innovation in materials s...

New host Savannah Thomas speaks to Jennie Gow is a distinguished radio, television presenter and journalist, renowned for her extensive work in motorsport broadcasting. She currently serves as BBC’s Formula 1 Presenter and Pit Lane Reporter Correspondent, contributing across television, radio, and online platforms, and is the presenter and pit lane reporter for BBC Radio 5...

Amber Jones speaks to an iconic figure in F1 - Calum Nicholas, a Senior Power Unit Assembly Technician at Red Bull Racing and a renowned pit stop crew member. He holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest tire change and gained fame through the Netflix series Drive to Survive . Beyond his technical role, Calum advocates for diversity in motorsports via his social media platforms. His contribu...

Introducing another rising host part of the Driven By Us Community - Amber Jones speaks this week to Lawrence Barretto a prominent journalist and broadcaster, specialising in Formula 1 coverage. With over 15 years of experience in the field, he has become a key figure in motorsport media. His career took off when he became the lead live text commentator for BBC Sport, covering various sporting eve...