The Midfield Pod

On this episode, Dan and Andy recap the ‘22 Monaco Weekend, talk about what we can expect for this year’s race, look at the gambling odds and post some bets, and debate whether Zak Brown is a hero or a villain.   Show Notes: 00:00 Intro 03:20 '22 Monaco Recap 16:05 Bulls and Bears 27:16 Dan's Deep Dive 30:35 Zak Brown Debate 34:24 Bet of the Weekend 35:00 Dano Explains Gambling 37:00 Clo...

Andy and Dan break down everything that was the Miami Grand Prix. We recap the race, talk Winners and Losers, assess the current and future Midfield Driver Standings, and discuss whether we could as much as chew gum simultaneously to driving in a Grand Prix.  Show Notes: 00:00 Intro and Miami Food Menu 01:57 Miami GP Recap 07:35 Midfield Weekend Results 07:35 Fernando 08:30 Merc / Ferrari 14:08 Al...

Andy and Dan sort out the chaotic mess that was Qualifying in Miami.  They discuss what happened with the early Quali exits, why the Miami circuit has been so chaotic, pick a midfield winner between Magnussen, Gasly, Ocon, and Bottas in the GP, and Dan offers a hug to Guenther. Show Notes: 00:28 - Quali was a Fantastic Mess 02:14 - Unexpected Early Quali Exits 05:44 - Surprises in Q3 08:45 - Why i...

Andy and Dan break down the NEW Sprint Format, the 2023 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, give some weekend Winners and Losers. We put a team on relegation notice, give two drivers a suggestion to team up, and talk about hypothetical turn one side pod damage. Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 1:14 A Cheeky Move by the FIA 5:11 The NEW Sprint Format 16:54 Baku GP Recap 18:48 Ferrari has Pace 22:31 Love Letters from Fern...

It's Race Week! Andy and Dan give you a look ahead to the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Topics include a recap of last year's race, our thoughts on the Sprint weekend format, we pick teammates head-to-head on Sunday, and (again) discuss Baku's similarities to a certain Mario Kart track. Show Notes: 0:00 - Intro 1:38 - 2022 Baku Recap 6:31 - Sprint Weekend Format 15:02 - Baku Teammate Pick&...

Andy and Dan make some lemonade with week 3 of the 4-week break. Topics include an intro to our three rookies, a teammate-over-teammate midfield draft, and Dan learns what the overcut is. Show Notes: 0:00 - We borked the schedule 2:37 - Let's talk about the Rookies: Logan Sargeant - 4:43 Oscar Piastri - 10:25 Nyck de Vries - 15:07 21:38 - The Midfield Teammate Draft: Alonzo vs Stroll - 21:58...

Andy and Dan dive back into The Midfield. Topics of discussion include Williams taking risks, Ferrari frustrations, Dan's Haas love, and our collective Alpha Tauri doubt. Show Notes: 0:00 - Intro and Bridge Week Plans 1:54 - Is Williams in the Midfield? 10:24 - Charles just wants to finish a race 12:51 - Why Dan Loves Haas 18:35 - Yuki and Alpha Tauri 28:00 - Looking Ahead to Baku Links: Jame...

Andy and Dan dive into the Formula 1 Midfield as it stands in early 2023. We recap the Australian GP and debate who currently resides in the Midfield. Show Notes: 0:00 - What is The Midfield? 6:58 - Aussie GP Recap 24:55 - Driver of the Day 35:10 - Top Teams in the Midfield 39:40 - Second Tier Midfield 43:00 - Time to Make Some Picks 47:46 - Who Finishes Fifth? 51:00 - Can't Trust ______ 56:0...