The Sweet Take

Kimi Antonelli takes his second win in Suzuka as the new 2026 regs spark major debate, with drivers & fans split on whether this is real racing or pure chaos. Joined by Michael Potts, we break down the biggest moments - including Ollie's scary crash, midfield standouts, and Miami predictions. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

Kimi wins his first Formula 1 race at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix in a dramatic weekend filled with Ferrari battles and 4 drivers not being able to start the race, including both McLaren's. Full F1 race recap and analysis with Natasha Lee Craig and Michael Potts. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

The 2026 Formula 1 season started with a bang in Melbourne. Natasha and F1 photographer Michael Potts unpack the biggest headlines from the Australian Grand Prix - including Mercedes’ early dominance, Ferrari’s pace, rookie surprises, and the struggles facing Aston Martin and Williams. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

The 2026 Formula 1 season is here and it all starts at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. I’m joined by Australian F1 journalist Emily Selleck to preview the Australian GP and break down the biggest storylines heading into F1 in 2026. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

From karting dreams to the Formula 1 grid, Racing Bull's newest driver Arvid Lindblad opens up about his journey, rookie mindset, and what excites him most about his first season. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

From dirt bikes in New Zealand to Detroit’s Motor City, Liam Lawson joins Milkshake at the Red Bull x Ford Racing launch to chat 2026 season, Ford favorites, and life beyond the racetrack. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

The 2026 F1 season hasn’t even started and drivers are already side-eyeing the new regulations. I’m joined by photographer and paddock insider Michael Potts to break down everything we saw during Bahrain testing - from the new-gen cars and controversial energy rules to which teams look strong (and which might be in trouble). Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for dail...

Who’s safe in Formula 1 - and who isn’t? As F1 heads into 2026 with new regulations, new manufacturers, and expiring contracts across the grid, we analyze the drivers facing the most pressure, potential retirements, rising threats from reserve drivers, and how adaptability could define success in the new era of Formula 1. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F...

In this episode of The Sweet Take, Bloomberg's automotive journalist Hannah Elliott joins us to explain why endurance racing like Le Mans is attracting Formula 1 drivers, what makes it so prestigious, and how car culture sits at the intersection of sport, fashion, and luxury. From Max Verstappen’s Nürburgring ambitions to the magic of 24-hour racing, we break down why endurance is in its era....

Beauty is officially on the grid. In this episode of The Sweet Take, we sit down with Amy Mansell, Global Chief Partnerships Officer at ELEMIS, to unpack how the brand became Formula 1’s first luxury skincare partner through Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team. From pop-up spas and female-first activations to real business impact, we explore how beauty, wellness, and motorsport now collide - and...

Filmed at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, this episode features Marta García opening up about life after winning F1 Academy and why endurance racing became her next move. Marta shares how GT3 racing differs from open-wheel cars, how endurance changes training and strategy, and what it takes to work as part of a multi-driver team. Plus, we talk paddock style, her Silverstone win, and what's next in...

In this episode of The Sweet Take, we’re joined by Sherry Ma, founder of The Grandstand Project, to discuss how she’s redefining motorsport merch for women. From launching the brand after the Las Vegas Grand Prix to creating race-weekend collections and collaborating with female drivers, Sherry shares how fashion, fandom, and community intersect in motorsport. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Ins...

Abbi Pulling sits down with Milkshake at the Las Vegas Grand Prix to talk about winning F1 Academy, stepping back into a rookie mindset, and navigating the next phase of her career. She opens up about racing under the lights in Vegas, life in Formula E, the realities of funding in motorsport, and why F1 Academy has been career-defining for her. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube,...

The most accessible guide to race prep with Red Bull Racing F1 Academy drivers Chloe Chambers, Alisha Palmowski, and Rafaela Ferreira. From simulator work to track walks to the perfect race start; Chloe, Alisha and Rafa break down some of the most commonly heard race terms. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

Nina Gademan opens up about her journey to F1 Academy. From karting as a kid, to a forced break, to rebuilding through social media and earning her Alpine seat. We talk setbacks, wildcard success, her rookie season, and her personal style at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

Step inside the Las Vegas Grand Prix with Williams F1 Academy driver Lia Block as she reflects on two seasons of growth, her biggest “pinch me” moments with Williams Racing, and what it felt like to drive Nigel Mansell’s championship-winning F1 car. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

Austin was chaos in cowboy boots. From line dancing with Liam Lawson and Isack Hadjar to meeting Zhou Guanyu, Max Verstappen, and even Lando’s dad - this week had everything . Natasha breaks down her wildest moments inside the paddock, from espresso with Ferrari to being front row at the podium celebration, and what she learned about how F1 really runs. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram,...

From cowboy boots in Austin to pure domination in Mexico - Natasha and Michael break down how Lando found his stride, Oscar lost momentum, and why Red Bull suddenly feels like a new team. Ferrari’s rise, Lewis’ luck, and Max enjoying being the underdog. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

From Hello Kitty to LEGO to BAPE, the Las Vegas Grand Prix is rewriting what it means to host a Formula 1 race and Emily Prazer is the woman behind it all. As F1’s Chief Commercial Officer and President & CEO of the Las Vegas GP, Emily shares the work embedding Formula 1 firmly into pop culture - blending sport, fashion, and entertainment. We talk creative risk-taking, brand partnerships, buil...

Jessica Hawkins has done what most racing drivers only dream of - drive a Formula 1 car. As Aston Martin’s Head of F1 Academy, global ambassador, GT endurance racer, and a professional stunt driver, she’s redefining what it means to be fearless behind the wheel. From her exhilarating F1 test to driving in many movies, Jess opens up about chasing opportunity, training like a pro, and showing up for...

From Monterrey to McLaren, IndyCar to Formula 1, Pato opens up about the lessons that shaped his career, his sister behind his viral reels, and how it feels to represent Mexico every time he steps into papaya. From wrestling an IndyCar to driving a Formula One car, Pato breaks down the mental shift, his best year yet, and what he’s most excited for heading into FP1 at the 2025 Mexico Grand Prix. F...

Red Bull F1 Academy’s Chloe Chambers and Alisha Palmowski talk early breakthroughs, the rise of women in motorsport, and the drive that keeps them chasing that winning feeling. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

Laura Villars is making history as the first woman to run for FIA President. From the adrenaline of GT racing to her bold vision for motorsport’s future, she opens up about her platform - empowering clubs, supporting young drivers, pushing sustainability, and proving that women belong at the highest levels of leadership. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1...

The Azerbaijan Grand Prix gave us everything: red flags, crashes, shock podiums, and a dominant Max Verstappen. We break down the highs and lows – from Carlos’ unicorn-powered P3 to Oscar’s false start disaster – and look ahead to Singapore.  Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for daily F1 content!

The last two races gave us pit stop drama, a McLaren driver swap, redemption for Max, and plenty of gossip trackside. Natasha and F1 photographer Michael Potts break down all the big storylines from McLaren’s team orders, Max’s setup magic, Cadillac’s driver lineup, Yuki’s uncertain future, and predictions for the chaos that could be coming in Baku. Follow Milkshake @sipmilkshake on Instagram, You...