This is the official F1 support group for everyone who loves F1 and racing but also wants to talk about the more serious issues that F1 is facing nowadays. In every episode we will firstly discuss all the latest news, racing predictions and so on, before switching it up to discuss the underlying issues and problems the sport (still) has. We will write in the description at what time the topic changes, so you can either switch or stop halfway, if you’re only interested in one part. Tell us your own opinion on Instagram @formulafriendss or TikTok @formulafriendss !!
After the checkered flag came out in Jeddah, Sergio Pérez took his first win of the season. Could we be in for another 2016 situation or is the gap in performance between Max and Checo too big? Are team orders going to play a role? The second race of the season has brought several hilarious team radios and first spicy moments of 2023. Also, Sara is providing valuable insight on what it's like to have a "Max fan" boyfriend as a Mercedes girlie.
15 Mar 2023
The BAHRAIN GP and a Spanish revolution
It’s officially lights out and away we go for the 2023 season. After the first race of the season some things are new while some stayed the same. RedBull dominance and Ferrari self-sabotage on the one hand. No Daniel and Seb, Alonso on the podium and a FIA political statement ban on the other hand. We discuss it all in the first race episode of the season.
1 Mar 2023
Ep 1: Back to business
F1's back after what seemed like forever and although it was quiet for a while, it's back on track in Bahrain. Car reveals, new driver's pairings and most importantly the drivers' respective Hogwarts Houses, we're ready to unpack it all.
18 Nov 2022
SPECIAL EPISODE: our 2 cents about Abu Dhabi 2021
This episode comes one year after the Abu Dhabi controversy in 2021 and right before the Abu Dhabi 2022 GP which brings back a lot of flashbacks, we are having an episode of therapeutical self healing discussing what actually happened, how do people in the sport talk about it one year later and why is the F1 "community" at each other's throats when Lewis and Max were able to shake hands after what will go down as one of the most controversial races of modern F1 history
16 Nov 2022
Ep 11: Russell’s maiden win and team order tension in Brazil
After what was probably the best race weekend in the 2022 season so far there’s a lot to discuss as George Russell gets his maiden win and proves to everyone that the W13 has what it takes after all. But that’s not all: old rivals Hamilton and Verstappen collide (again) before a lot of team orders make the race even spicier. We discuss whether Max’s petty move not to switch back positions with Checo was justified and what possible drama could be going down in the RedBull garage at the moment.
10 Nov 2022
Ep 10: Las Vegas Launch, personal bias and Joyce unhinged
Ahead of the Brazilian GP we talk about the Las Vegas Launch, Mick's chances for staying in F1 and Daniel Ricciardo as a reserve driver. But after a slow news week, we talk all about our personal bias, who we would support if our favorite driver retires and Seb's dad as a part time commentator for Sky Germany.
3 Nov 2022
Ep 9: Halloween in Amsterdam as Lewis Hamilton, a Sky-Boykott and why the FIA needs restructuring
This week we tell you all about Joyce‘s experience when dressing up as Lewis Hamilton in the Netherlands for Halloween before talking about strategy mistakes from Merc in Mexico. We also discuss Max boycotting Sky UK and then do a deep dive into why the FIA needs restructuring.
27 Oct 2022
Ep 8: Pony-Paddock-Passes, protests and the double standard for Female F1Content Creators
Today we talk about the spectacle that was the Austin GP from Daniel riding into the paddock on a horse, to the T1 „inchident“ and most importantly the bias against Female F1 content creators and labeling them „DTS“ fans as soon as they get something wrong while men can make their lack of knowledge a profitable business.
12 Oct 2022
Ep 7: A tractor on track, a new world champion and a hungry RedBull team
„But I am not, right? … I am? … Are you sure?“ We were all Max last Sunday after the race in Suzuka. A short yet intensive race left with a bittersweet feeling following a catastrophic mistake made by the race direction. Pierre is angry but Max is hungry. What consequences will RedBull’s minor overspend announced this Monday by the FIA bring? Will we see a physical altercation between Christian and Toto? Welcome to the seventh episode of the Formula Friends Podcast, where we once again try not to get too deep into the legalities of the financial regulations.
5 Oct 2022
Ep 6: Rainy Singapore, Toto and Christian as Suits Characters and F1's ungratefulness towards fans
After three long weeks without a race the SingaporeGP had more safety cars than Alpine has potential drivers for 2023 and an epic win from Checo. However, the drama that was unfolding on track has nothing on the drama that was happening off track: a potential budget cap breach. In the second part we'll talk about the fans and what F1 has done for the average fan. If you have been to a race on general admission please tell us your experience.
2 Oct 2022
Ep 5: Budget caps and driver swaps - a paddock filled with rumors
Welcome back after what we call the summer break 2.0. While pretty much nothing has been announced officially, rumors are surrounding Nyck's future in F1, other silly season moves and (SWITCH 7:28) two teams supposedly not adhering to the 2021 budget cap as set in the financial regulation. Enjoy!
16 Sept 2022
Ep 4: The double Dutch triumph at Monza, the Tifosi and booing at sporting events
Disclaimer: Our audio still sucks
Today we'll be taking you through our thoughts on the Italian GP, including the (not so) big safety car controversy. Silly season's topic of the week is Nyck delivering a fantastic ride on his debut and what it might mean for his chances of getting an F1 seat. The second part (switch: 12:55) is about booing at sporting events and whether the Tifosi are being treated differently by the media than other fans. Enjoy!
7 Sept 2022
Ep 3: Zandvoort drama, the CRB decision on Piastri and the discussion surrounding Colton Herta's super license
Welcome back to FormulaFriends! In today’s episode we’re talking about the Dutch GP and the ever-unfolding silly season. The second part (switch 12:30) is all about the upcoming FIA decision on Colton Herta’s super license and the lengths F1 will/would go to to have a driver from the US on the grid.
31 Aug 2022
Ep 2: F1's going back to school, more Alpine x McLaren drama & the exclusive Thursday event at Spa
Welcome back to FormulaFriends. F1's back from holidays but didn't leave the drama behind. We'll have a quick recap of the Spa GP and talk about the new evolvements regarding silly season. In the second part (from 14:44) we'll talk you through the Thursday's exclusive event that was gifted us as a compensation for last year's rain-soaked "race". Tell us what you think on our social media channels! Instagram: @formulafriendss TikTok: @formulafriendss
24 Aug 2022
Ep 1: Previously on F1, silly season and F1's problem when fighting racism
Hello and welcome to the very first episode of FormulaFriends. SWITCH: 14:47. We’ll have quick round up of the season so far before we dive right into all the silly season chaos that has been going on, including the question whether Daniel Ricciardo still got it and how many rookies will be on the grid in 2023. We are also focusing on a more sensitive topic: Racism in F1. In regard to Toto Wolff’s comments in the Financial Times, we will discuss what F1 has been doing up until now and where the problems in this approach lie. Feel free to tell us what you think on our social media channels! Instagram: @formulafriendss TikTok: @formulafriendss
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