The Papaya Pod - A McLaren Podcast

James & Keith discuss all the latest Arrow McLaren news that broke recently along with the Mid-Ohio race review.

British Grand Prix ReviewJimmy and Keith reviewed the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, discussing the sellout crowd and their own experiences at the event. They analysed the sprint qualifying and race, noting that Ferrari performed well while McLaren struggled, with Lando and Oscar finishing 6th and 7th respectively. The pair highlighted the intense action in the first three laps of the sprint r...

IndyCar Road America Race AnalysisKeith and James discussed the recent IndyCar race at Road America, focusing on Christian Lundgaard's remarkable recovery from an early lap incident that left him a lap down. They analyzed key moments including full course yellows, pit stop strategies, and Lundgaard's eventual lead before Marcus Armstrong's engine failure allowed Christian to take the l...

WE'RE BACK! The Papaya Pod returns after an unplanned 2 week break as Jimmy & James talk all things McLaren, including Formula 1, IndyCar & Endurance Racing. McLaren's Monaco and Barcelona Races. James and Jimmy discussed McLaren's performance at the Monaco Grand Prix, where Oscar finished fifth and Lando did not complete the race. They reflected on Monaco's historical sign...

The Papaya Pod podcast featured a special interview with Tom Gaymore, a former racing driver turned motorsport commentator for Sky Sports Formula 1 and IndyCar coverage. The discussion covered the current state of IndyCar racing, with Tom praising the growth of the sport in the UK and highlighting the competitive nature of the 2023 season led by Alex Palou's dominant performance. Tom reviewed Arro...

Jimmy and Keith discussed the Canadian Grand Prix, focusing on the sprint race results where Lando and Oscar achieved second and fourth positions respectively, demonstrating McLaren's competitive pace despite mechanical issues in the main race. They highlighted Kimi's dominant performance in the championship and Lewis Hamilton's resurgence in form, while also noting the unusual split b...

James and Keith recorded a special episode dedicated to the upcoming Indianapolis 500, expressing excitement about the "month of May" tradition. They discussed:- Past Indy 500 Winners on the Grid- Fast 12 Qualifying Results- Arrow McLaren Driver Analysis- Race Strategy- Pato O'Ward- Christian Lundgaard- Nolan Siegel- Ryan Hunter-Reay- Race Predictions

Jimmy and Keith are back to talk about a very exciting Miami Grand Prix.

This podcast episode featured Simon returning to discuss his recent extraordinary experience visiting McLaren's Technology Centre (MTC) with Amanda McLaren and her husband Stephen. Simon shared how his friendship with Amanda began in 2019 at a Brooklands event and evolved over years of visits, culminating in a private tour where they saw exclusive areas including the W1 hypercar and got to pla...

Coffee Catch up with Keith 20 April 2026

This is a podcast where two hosts, James and Keith, talk about an IndyCar race that happened at Barber Motorsports Park. The Main Story: Alex Palou won the race Christian Lundgard drove really well and could have won, but his pit crew had a problem changing a wheel that cost him 10 seconds. He still finished 2nd! Graham Rahal got 3rd place - his first podium (top 3 finish) in over 2 years The Arro...

Jimmy and Keith conducted a race review podcast discussing the recent Formula 1 Grand Prix in Japan, where both McLaren cars successfully started and finished a race for the first time this season. They analyzed Oscar Piastri's strong performance, including his impressive start that put him in first place, and Lando Norris's successful racing throughout the event. The conversation covered...

Jimmy was joined by McLaren fanatic, amazing artist and all round good guy, Alex Alverado to discus his Papaya Fandom.

Keith and Jimmy conducted their Papaya Pod Race Review focusing on the China Grand Prix, where both McLaren cars failed to start due to electrical issues, marking the first double DNS since 2005. They discussed the race's highlights, including Ferrari's thrilling battle between Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, and Oliver Bearman's strong performance keeping Max Verstappen at bay. Th...

Jimmy and Keith conducted their first Papaya Pod race review of the 2026 season, focusing on the Australian Grand Prix. They discussed the high number of overtakes, challenges faced by teams with new cars, and the performance of drivers like Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. The conversation highlighted the unpredictability of the new racing era, with teams still learning about their cars and strate...

Jimmy, James & Keith give you their 1-11 Constructors Predictions plus their top 5 Drivers. Do you agree with any of them?

James & Keith break down the action from the opening race in St. Pete.

James & Keith break down the upcoming Indycar season.

Jimmy & Keith are joined by British GT4 Champion and McLaren GT3 Junior driver, Zac Meakin.

WE'RE BACK!!!We're kicking off 2026 with McLaren Super Fan Alan Sabatino. Alan's deep connection to the team, his experiences, and his predictions for the upcoming season. Alan shared his journey as a McLaren fan, highlighting his admiration for Mika Hakkinen and his two meetings with the driver. He described his numerous visits to the McLaren Technology Center (MTC) and his interactions with team...

We end 2025 with a BANG! 💥 In this powerful episode, we sit down with Amanda McLaren, daughter of legendary motorsport pioneer Bruce McLaren, to explore the incredible story behind one of the most iconic names in Formula 1 history. Amanda shares personal memories of her father, rare insights into the early days of McLaren Racing, and reflections on the legacy that continues to shape motorsport to...

This podcast episode focuses on McLaren's history and memorabilia, with Andy sharing his extensive collection of team merchandise from various eras. He discussed the evolution of McLaren's team kit designs, including the iconic papaya orange and the Rocket Red winning shirts. Jimmy, Keith and Andy explored the significance of different merchandise items, such as team sweaters, waterproof j...

This podcast episode focuses on McLaren's history and memorabilia, with Andy sharing his extensive collection of team merchandise from various eras. He discussed the evolution of McLaren's team kit designs, including the iconic papaya orange and the Rocket Red winning shirts. Jimmy, Keith and Andy explored the significance of different merchandise items, such as team sweaters, waterproof jackets,...

Welcome back to The Papaya Pod – A McLaren F1 Podcast! In this episode, we dive into our Abu Dhabi Grand Prix race review, breaking down every key moment from the final race of the season. From strategy calls to championship implications, we analyse how McLaren F1 closed out the year with Lando Norris as World Champion. Whether you're a lifelong McLaren fan or simply love an in-depth Formula 1 bre...

Welcome to another episode of The Papaya Pod Race Review, your go-to McLaren F1 podcast! First thing first, here is the link to the Foot Doon Bracelets by Alayah, https://ebay.us/m/HLCjzh PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE go and purchase one if these and support this amazing little girl In this episode, we dive into a race review of the Qatar Grand Prix, breaking down key moments, strategy call, and driver per...