Paddock Project: A Formula 1 Podcast

Where to begin...?! Tiggy is joined by Emily Selleck, senior writer for Motorsport. Austria delivered a show. They thank McLaren for letting their drivers race, discuss the Max/Kimi incident, Ferrari upgrades, Yuki's seat, George's contract, Williams' disaster, and much more. Watch the video episode on  YouTube . Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection  here . As always, jo...

Tiggy's answering all your questions about the NYC premiere, the movie, whether it treats women fairly, and much more... Thank you Marriott Bonvoy for the experience of a lifetime at the premiere. Substack article Watch the video episode on  YouTube . Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection  here . As always, join us on  Discord ,  Patreon , and  YouTube , and follow us on  Instagr...

What a race in Canada! Formula 1 returns with an incredible show. From the late-race McLaren incident and Mercedes' dominant double podium to Max and George's continuing beef... Plus some thoughts on the 2026 F1 calendar. Watch the video episode on  YouTube . Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection  here . As always, join us on  Discord ,  Patreon , and  YouTube , and follow us...

Back with a shorter episode from my new LA setup! This week we’re talking Lance Stroll’s lingering wrist injury, Cadillac’s driver rumors, Max’s hypothetical race ban, and Yuki’s future. Plus, some fun sponsor news and a quick Canadian GP preview, including the infamous Wall of Champions and my hot takes for the weekend. Watch the video episode on  YouTube . Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweat...

Nine out of twenty-four races down... Is the FIA trolling Red Bull? Did Max do that on purpose? Why didn't Aston Martin have a reserve driver? What about the Ferrari team orders? Should Isack Hadjar be in the Red Bull seat? Lots to discuss in the world of Formula 1 this weekend... Watch the video episode on  YouTube . Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection  here . As always, join...

Tiggy sat down with Lia Block in Miami to discuss all things Netflix and what a second season in F1 Academy means. Watch the video episode on  YouTube . Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection  here . As always, join us on  Discord ,  Patreon , and  YouTube , and follow us on  Instagram  and  TikTok  @itspaddockproject. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-...

Join Tiggy to break down all the was the Monaco Grand Prix IN PERSON! We dive into the experience and the racing –– everything from the Red Bull Energy Station and garage, broadcast BTS, Lando's incredible weekend, whether or not the two mandatory pit stops made a difference, and much more. The biggest thank you to Pepe Jeans, Alice, and Red Bull for making this weekend so special. Watch the v...

This week, Tiggy sits down with Lou McEwen, Chief Marketing Officer at McLaren Racing, for a behind-the-scenes look at the team’s stunning new livery debuting in Monaco. Tiggy and Lou dive into the strategy, storytelling, and collaboration that brought the look to life. Plus, Lou shares how McLaren approaches partnerships like OKX, why livery design matters more than you think, and what it’s like...

F1's back in Europe and it feels so good! Imola, perhaps in its final year for some time, gave us a show that hopefully makes a case for its return... Tiggy is joined by F1 journalists and hosts of the BBC's F1: Back at Base podcast, Holly Samos and Sarah Holt. They discuss Yuki's horrifying crash, Max's turn one move, Franco Colapinto's (re)debut, what Ferrari needs to figure...

Well... a LOT has happened in the past week. Another Alpine Team Principal gone, an arrest, potential criminal allegations, a driver swap (but only for five races?), and a man running the show who was indefinitely banned from the sport for cheating. We break down Alpine's current nightmare and discuss all the burning questions. Then we dive into our thoughts on the latest headline that Carlos...

What an incredible race weekend...! Tiggy walks through the in-person experience in Miami attending race events with Ferrari and Red Bull as well as the premieres of F1: The Academy and Kimi Antonelli's new Netflix documentary with WhatsApp. Then she and Tabby dive into the chaos of the race weekend –– everything from Kimi Antonelli's first pole to Ferrari's Sunday radio drama. Pepe Je...

Tiggy is joined by Hannah and Zoe from Fan Behavior to answer all your burning F1 questions. Thoughts on the season so far? What's the women in motorsport community like? What would we change about F1? Do we get anxiety sharing opinions on social media? Tips for Miami? We cover all of it and more! Watch this episode on  YouTube . Our new merch is here!!! Shop the Sunday sweats collection  here...

Tiggy is joined by everyone's favorite duo Matt and Tommy of P1 to recap the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. We get into whether Max's penalty was justified, Charles' first podium of the season, the state of the FIA, the championship tides turning, and much more. Plus, a recap of F1 Academy's second race weekend of the year. Watch this video on  YouTube . Our new merch is here!!! Shop th...

I sat down with Kim Wilson, McLaren’s Director of Sustainability, to talk about the newly launched Circularity Handbook — a first-of-its-kind guide developed in collaboration with the FIA and Deloitte. Backed by years of research and testing, the handbook is now being shared with all F1 teams as a blueprint for building more sustainable race cars. Watch this video on  YouTube . Our new merch is he...

Bahrain, in all its tech-issue riddled glory, gave us a lot to discuss! I'm joined by the wonderful Marissa Tandon to break down an action-packed race weekend. From Oscar Piastri’s second career pole and a McLaren “home” double podium to George Russell’s wild Flinstones-esque car situation and a flurry of penalties (hi, Sainz), we’re recapping all the chaos. Plus, rookie standouts, our MVPs an...

Not the most thrilling race but what a perfect weekend from Max Verstappen! Plus, some incredible rookie performances, McLaren’s questionable strategy decision, and more radio drama in Suzuka. Stay turned for a Bahrain GP Preview as we gear up for the second leg of this triple header. Watch this video on  YouTube . Our new merch is here!!! Shop the Sunday sweats collection  here . As always, join...

Formula 1 has made big promises about sustainability, but how do those commitments turn into action? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Cristiana Pace, founder of Enovation Consulting and sustainability in motorsport expert. We dive into what it takes to make F1 more sustainable, from carbon reduction strategies to the push for net-zero. Cristiana also shares insights into how data and technolog...

As Women's History Month comes to a close, tune into my conversation with Kate Gundlach, one of the few women ever to hold a race engineer role at Arrow McLaren in INDYCAR. In this episode, Kate shares what it’s really like to engineer a race weekend, the pressure of split-second decisions, and what she’s learned from working with drivers like Pato O’Ward, Scott Dixon, and Nolan Siegel. We als...

This weekend gave us a lot to work with: Lewis takes his first win in red (in the sprint!), Oscar Piastri grabs his maiden pole and third career win, and Ferrari’s team orders stir the pot. I break down what this means for the title race, discuss Liam Lawson's performance, some dark horses (Lance Stroll anyone?), claim justice for George, and celebrate F1 Academy’s season opener in Shanghai. T...

What’s it really like to cover Formula 1 from inside the paddock? In this episode, I sit down with The Athletic’s Luke Smith, one of the most respected voices in F1 journalism, to talk about his new book On the Grid. Luke shares what it takes to cover 20+ races a year, the best interviews he's done, and how the sport has changed from the inside. If you're looking for untold stories, Luke&#...

Rain chaos down under! The first race of the season left us all a bit speechless... six DNFs, radio shenanigans, Papaya Rules coming back with a vengeance, and so much more. Should we have expected more from the rookies? Is Ferrari in trouble already? How fast is the Red Bull? Plus, a Chinese GP Preview and what to expect for F1 Academy's first race of the season! Watch this video on YouTube ....

F1 is back —almost. In this episode, I'm breaking down everything from pre-season testing: who looked fast, who’s got work to do, and what actually matters heading into Round 1. Plus, my unfiltered thoughts on Drive to Survive Season 7—what they nailed, what they missed, and why it still has me hooked. And, of course, a look ahead to the Australian Grand Prix: what to expect from the first rac...

Happy International Women's Day! How do we find and develop the first female Formula 1 driver of the modern era? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Fran Longstaff, Head of Research at More Than Equal, alongside rising stars Ivonn, Skye, and Katrina, to break down the data, challenges, and real-world experiences shaping the future of women in motorsport. We explore what the research tells us ab...

Ever wondered what really goes into making Drive to Survive ? In this episode, I sit down with Executive Producer James Gay-Rees to talk about how the series has shaped F1, what happens behind the scenes, and what we can expect from Season 7, dropping this Friday. Who's the best to work with? How much is pre-planned? And are you ready for Daniel Ricciardo's emotional goodbye? For a video v...

Join me as I sit down in London with James Vowles to discuss all things Williams –– what the team principal role means to him, how Carlos and Alex REALLY get along, what lessons he's taken from his past success at Mercedes, and much more. For a video version,  watch on YouTube . Check out our  merch  and subscribe to our  sustainability Substack . As always, join us on  Discord ,  Patreon , an...