The Parc Fermé F1 Podcast

Join Grace and me as we discuss Red Bull's 2% share transfer, Adrian Newey's Aston Martin corporate culture and Toto's new love for MBS. We cover news and even offer our version of British tabloid headlines to help Autosport out.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Celebrations 02:41 Anniversary Reflections and Relationships 05:42 Formula One News and Controversies 08:37 Christian Horner's Dismissal...

Join Grace and me as we discuss the real reasons Red Bull dismissed Christian Horner. We cover a complete timeline of the fallout between Horner and Red Bull and rank, what we believe, are the reasons for Horner's departure from Red Bull. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Red Bull's Recent Changes 02:43 Christian Horner's Departure and Its Implications 05:28 The Legacy of Christian Horner at Red Bul...

FIA presidential candidate and motorsport governance legend, Tim Mayer, discusses the challenges and future of the FIA. Tim and Todd explore the importance of smaller member clubs, member club value, the need for transparency and improved governance, and the future direction of the FIA Tim emphasizes the necessity of empowering member clubs and fostering partnerships to enhance the sport's growth...

Join Paul and me as we review the 2025 Formula 1 British Grand Prix including Lando's first win and Nico's first podium. We cover every team, driver and result of the British GP and hand out our awards for the race.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the British Grand Prix 02:44 The Fun Cup Experience at Spa-Francorchamps 05:28 The British Grand Prix: A Celebration of Fans and Drivers 0...

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix and who got it right! We discuss every team and driver as they finished and discuss the nuances of the race and even hand out awards.    Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Podcast 01:51 Austrian Grand Prix Insights 05:34 McLaren's Dominance and Team Dynamics 10:58 Ferrari's Performance and Challenges 16:26 Mercedes' Stru...

Join Grace and me as we discuss James Vowles, Liberty's MotoGP deal, Brad Pitt's F1 drive and F1's early Silly Season. We cover the news of the week so you don't have too! We even have some Albon's Cats and Mailbag for you.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:18 Exciting Racing News 03:15 The Doodle Dog Phenomenon 06:01 Community and Pets 07:00 Formula One Updates 07:42 James Vowles' Long...

Join Grace and me as we review the Canadian GP including Lando's move, Kimi's drive and dead groundhogs. We even discuss Ferrari's ills, Flavio's possible role and contemplate consider Gabby's potential. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Le Mans Discussion 03:02 Canadian Grand Prix Preview 06:03 Max vs. George: The Rivalry 08:59 Mercedes Performance and Strategy 11:58 George Russell's Victory 14:57...

Join me and The Heart or Racing Aston Martin's Paul Charsley as we discuss their 24 Hours of Le Mans campaign replete with pole position and the Valkyrie's! We discuss their pole position for the GT3 Vantage, the Valkyrie's program and first year at Le Mans and much more. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Le Mans 2025 Special Podcast 02:59 Experience at Le Mans: The Valkyrie Challenge 05:55 Enduranc...

Join Grace and me as we review this week's most talked about stories on the socials including Max, flexi-wings, Monaco and Lewis. We discuss what the most talked about stories this week were, why they were talked about and why it matters.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Formula One Controversies 03:12 Verstappen-Russell Collision and Reactions 05:48 Nico Rosberg's Commentary and Its Impact 09:03...

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix including Max's meltdown. We cover each team as they finished and discuss each driver's race. We even hand out awards.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Team Updates 03:14 Controversies and Flexi Wings 06:03 Race Overview: McLaren's Dominance 12:57 Ferrari's Unexpected Podium and Lewis's Struggles 17:01 George Russell's Race and Contac...

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix including every team, driver and strategy. We even give a list of possible solutions to the Monaco problem of no passing as opposed to the 2-stop rule.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Monaco Grand Prix Podcast 01:49 Discussion on the Monaco Grand Prix Weekend 04:00 The Two-Stop Rule Controversy 08:00 Strategic Challenges in Formula 1 1...

Join Paul and me as review the 2025 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix covering each team and driver. We discuss turn1, the C6 Pirelli compound, McLaren's strategy, Alpine, Mercedes and Ferrari's home race. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix 03:03 Track Walk Insights and Race Preparation 05:59 Key Storylines Leading into the Race 08:58 Camera Angles and Track Dynamics 11:58 Race...

Join me and Grace as we discuss Alpine's controversy, Carlos Sainz for FIA President and Christian Horner rumors. We discuss MBS, The FIA process for election, rumors of Red Bull firing Horner, Ollie Oakes and his brother, Flavio and his mankini and much more. Chapters:00:00 Introduction and MotoGP Highlights 03:05 Formula One Controversies and Flavio Briatore 05:59 Alpine Team Changes and Resigna...

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix covering every team and driver.  We discuss Oscar's pass on Max, Lando's ham-fisted pass on Max, Alex's terrific drive, Ferrari meltdown and much more. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Race Weekend Overview 02:20 Oscar Piastri's Championship Lead and Pressure 05:56 McLaren's Performance and Title Ambitions 07:44 Max Verstappen's Pole Posi...

Join Paul and me as we discuss the idea of Max Verstappen leaving Red Bull. We discuss where he might go and who would want him. Would Mercedes or Aston Martin be the most likely home? We also discuss how to manage two number 1 drivers like Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. We discuss the 2026 engine regulations and why teams are concerned about them. We talk about fires at race tracks, cooling vest...

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Saudi Arabia Grand Prix covering each team and driver as they finished. We discuss the Max Verstappen penalty, Oscar Piastri's win, Lando Norris and his crash, and much more. We even hand out awards for move of the race, donkey of the race and drive of the race...and no, we didn't give drive of the race to Max. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview o...

Joiun Paula nd me as we review the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix covering each team and driver as they finished and even handing out awards. What is up with Lando? Has Oscar knocked his feet off the desk at McLaren? Should Red Bull consider itself in a crisis or are they just having a light gantry issue? Should Ferrari feel shame for their performance? When and who will give George Russell some lov...

Todd and Paul discuss the upcoming IMSA Grand Prix of Long Beach, diving into the intricacies of race strategy, the unique challenges of the Long Beach circuit, and the dynamics of the racing team. Paul shares insights into his role as the sporting manager, the importance of pit stops, and the metrics that can influence race outcomes. They also touch on expectations for the Valkyrie and the compet...

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix in detail covering every driver and team as they finished. We discuss McLaren's strategy, did they get it right? Max's incredible pole and win, the amazing rookies and more! AUDIO: I apologize for all the audio issues I had, no idea what caused that but it was fun editing I can tell you that. Anyway, I'll do better next week, I promis...

Join Grace and me as we discuss Red Bull's decision to swap Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda from the Japanese Grand Prix forward. Was it the right decision? Why did they swap after only two races? Will Yuki do better? We discuss all that and more. Like what does Fernando Alonso have against V10 engines?  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Formula One News 03:00 Driver Changes and Team Dyna...

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix covering each team and driver as they finished. What did Ferrari get wrong and why? How did the RB's miss the target? What made Lance Stroll such a pivotal person during this race? All that and much more! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Chinese Grand Prix Review 02:59 Race Dynamics and Tire Strategies 05:53 Team Performances: McLare...

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix covering each team and driver as they finished. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by rookie drivers and the importance of strategic decisions in achieving competitive results. Who got it right? Who got it wrong and what does it all mean? Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Race Overview 02:58 12 Hours of Sebring Highligh...

Join Paul and me as we preview the 2025 Formula 1 season covering each team and driver. Who will be fastest? Which drivers will be a challenge? Who will get it right in 2025? Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Season Preview 05:53 Regulation Changes for 2025 11:46 Team Dynamics and Strategy 17:52 Driver Mindset and Competition 23:55 Ferrari's Performance and Challenges 27:03 Lewis Hamilton's Impact...

Join Grace and me as we discuss what we learned from Formula 1's preseason testing in Bahrain. Can you make any realistic prognostication? Or is it pointless to guess? We also discuss the FIA's desire to have four race stewards at six races this year and we offer gift ideas for Aston Martin employees to get Adrian Newey for his first day at the office. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Host's Healt...

Join Grace and me as we discuss the 2025 Formula 1 car livery launch event in London. We discuss what we liked, what we didn't like and what prompted the FIA to call the booing fans "tribalist". We discuss how Guenther Steiner is the sole reason F1 is big in the US now and a return to V10 engines. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Introduction 03:00 The Grand Car Livery Launch Event 06:01 Pos...