The Blue Flag Podcast

Welcome back to TBFP!!! The crew tumbles in  from the summer break with more news and observations from Hungary and Belgium!  On this episode, we say goodbye to not only a team principle, but most of the Alpine pit wall! Breno prattles on about his favorite topic, the cost cap. Sara tells us who might be making their way to the paddock to rescue Alpine.  As an attempt to distance himself, Breno comes out against Sara's latest radio takedown! Finally, in a BFP first, Sara allies herself with none other than Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolf!!!We're half way through the season, and the wheels are already coming off.  Will a resurgent McLaren help save this season? Will Ferrari keep messing up their strategy? Has Mercedes gotten their groove back? This and much more on another thrilling installment of The Blue Flag Podcast!  The Blue Flagopedia:Alpine announce new brand CEO as Laurent Rossi moved to ‘special projects'Why Renault's F1 team is so badly brokenMattia Binotto To Replace Otmar F1 legend Prost sounds off on AlpineThe FIA are not leaving any stone unturned in the latest budget cap drama  Horner says team were 'several million' below F1 cost capF1 calls for sporting sanctions for budget cap breachesWilliams's Formula 1 recovery plan was rebuffed by rival team bossesThe hidden cost F1 teams are trying to increase to stay competitiveF1 infrastructure debate ramps up as teams seek to level playing fieldKeeping tabs on every bit of F1 drama this silly seasonAlex Albon reportedly turned down an offer to rejoin the Red BullLewis Hamilton Receives Offer From Ferrari For 2024 SeasonArrow McLaren file lawsuits against Alex PalouFollow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

The crew is back again  with a look back at fours races in one episode! In a quadruple decker episode comprising of the Spain, Canadian, Austrian, and the Great Britain Grands Prix, Breno and Sara take turns reviewing the grid and how each team has faired throughout the season.  They go through the highs of the McLaren resurgence in Silverstone and the lows of an epic FIA meltdown in Austria. Will Sara give Sainz a break and set her targets on a new victim? Will Breno apologize to Andreas Stella for McLaren's surprising turn around?  Has Breno converted Sara to his side on the cost cap debate? Will anyone beat Red Bull this season? Find out on a massive episode of TBFP!!!Follow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

And for those of you who thought we had left, we never left...this is just a late news episode.There's nothing that can bring TBFP crew back quicker than news that Daniel Ricciardo returns to the grid! And take the wind from their sails when they learn it's with the 10th place Constructors team.On this episode, the crew discusses next steps not only for Ricciardo but the rumors about Albon and Norris.  Meanwhile, the stars are out with Ryan Reynolds investing in Alpine and Brad Pitt filming at Silverstone.In other motorsports, Sara cheers on the last Ferrari winner, the Italian Jesus,  Breno breaks down the Gentleman of F1's latest ride, and they both applaud the skillful, hilarious, and dangerous entertainment Indy has been providing.  So let's get our Will Power merchandise ordered because it's time for a news packed episode!Daniel Ricciardo takes Nick de Vries's place at Alpha TauriAlbon is rumored to be in talks with Red BullAlbon is rumored to be in talks with FerrariNorris is rumored to be in talks with FerrariStars invest in AlpineBrad Pitt and film crew were at SilverstoneHitech has applied to be an F1 team in 2026Pirelli and Bridgestone move on in bid for 2026 and 2027 F1 tire contractMarko won't let Max on the Green HellHamilton suggests ban on early F1 car development workDilano van 't Hoff: 18-year-old Formula Regional driver dies after accident at Spa-FrancorchampsAntonio Giovinazzi wins Le MansGarage 56Follow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

For the 69th (Nice!) time the F1 world turns its gaze back to the principality for the most prestigious event, the most iconic track, and the crown jewel of F1 - The Monaco Grand Prix!  Yeah... but why so many street courses?!The BFP crew is at it again with their no holds barred coverage! Except this this time Breno is more interested on Saturday than the race on Sunday. Sara does a dissection of Sainz's race while putting an end to Stroll's career. The crew opine on what could've been if Alonso had pitted for inters, and also decide to talk a little Indy 500!So strap down that Ferrari F40 to your biggest yacht because the Monaco Grand Prix recap is here!The Blue Flagopedia:Hamilton to Ferrari?The daily mail reported a deal of £ 40 MHamilton has insisted he will continue at MercedesToto suggested that the rumors were fakeAnother McLaren poachingNew LiveriesLeclerc's new memeHorses growl...?Albon talks about blue flagsAlonso would be the best housewife because he produces himselfFollow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Welcome back to TBFP, gang! On this episode of the pod, the crew will attempt to cover 3 races and over a month's worth of news!As Helmut Marko and Stefano Domenicali try to out do each other with outrageous quotes, the BFP crew look again to Alonso radios to get through the season. George Russell chimes in with a sweet radio of his own.   The crew untangles the mess at Albert Park, and Sara comes very close to giving the FIA a passing grade!Then conspiracy theories fly in Azerbaijan as Checo proves he is king of the streets... That is, until he takes a trip to Miami (Gardens).  Tune is as a couple of bad boys and girls turned good  recap all the action!!!Blue Flagopedia:James Key left McLarenStefano Domenicali doesn't want practiceStefano Domenicali says  the series could hold 32 grands prixFIA clamps down on F1 team pitwall fence celebrationsF1 drivers subject to track walk “bike ban”Honda and Aston MartinNew Tire to be Introduced at SilverstoneDaniel Ricciardo gets a seat fitting and the internet blows up!Follow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

The second race of the season is over, and it seems like the BFP crew has no hope for a battle at the front of the grid this year.  Will a challenger rise to the occasion and save this season? Breno believes it will be Alonso, while Sara hopes (prays!) for anyone else to make a charge. On this episode, the crew check in on our friends at the Mercedes garage and how they are coping with not winning everything.  Breno delights in the behind the scenes drama of the "crisis meeting" and letter to fans from Mercedes while completely avoiding  any mention the season McLaren is having.  Sara, once again, dismantles the FIA with pure facts and reason.   And the crew give some minor praise to Ferrari.All this and much more! So let's strap in and make an explicit verbal agreement to listen  because it's the recap of the Saudi Arabian GP!!!Blue Flagopedia:Angela Cullen and Lewis splitAngela talks about the moveMercedes issue a letter to fansMercedes has a crisis meetingThai FieriIndy attempts to shade F1Marcus Ericsson on Alonso penaltyMcLaren issues an apology to fansFollow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

We're back for the 2023 season opener! New liveries, new faces, new ...well, everyone is about where they were as of last season, so no new upsets...besides Aston Martin!On this episode, Sara was right (yet again!) as we learn of the news of Ben Sulayem stepping back from his involvement with F1.  But what does this mean for Andretti/Cadillac (yes, that Cadillac!) entering F1? Meanwhile, Breno tries to steer every conversation away from McLaren's performance and the crew hail Bottas 8.0!They talk about the "evolution" of the 2023 cars and the uprise of Aston.  If it wasn't for Alonso, this race would have been pretty dull and while  Breno is here for Alonso at the top of the pack again, Sara is going to need some convincing.  And maybe a Peloton.So let's don our new Alfa Romeo gear and get ready for another race under the lights!Bye bye!The Blue Flagopedia:Jennie Gow's message on the Checkered Flag podcastRenault supplies engines for Andretti/CadillacPotential $600 million buy in for Andretti to enter F1Rumors of Alpha Tauri saleSulayem steps back from F1Gasly's Instagram commentStroll bike injuriesToto's favorite porn starPiastri narrowly avoids StrollFollow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

 Blue Flaggers and Blue Flaggettes, its time for the Second Annual Blue Flag Awards Extravaganza! All the votes are in, and The Committee has come up with fool proof way to ensure no controversy with this year's selections. Let's hope for our sake that the FIA model of leadership that The Committee based their changes on was a good one! Many were selected but only a few will win. Will Red Bull clean up every category? Will there be justice for Ferrari? Who will take home the gold? (Is the award made out of gold?) Who let Ben Sulayem in?! Its all ahead so lets get our tuxes and designer dresses on because its The Blue Flag Awards Extravaganza! The Blue Flagopedia (your winners):Ferrari Season ReviewGeorge Russell Season ReviewAlpine Season ReviewSilverstone 2022Charles Leclerc Season ReviewOcon Takes Subway PiastrophyLeclerc Chokes on DrinkRussell Checks on ZhouRussell Ruins Everyone's DayRussell Gets Cropped OutLiked By Pierre GaslyFerrari StrategyVerstappen Wins TitleKmag Gets PoleFollow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

A very belated season's greetings to all! The BFP crew is back again to pontificate on all the goings-on in the Formula 1 world for the past few weeks! And with all the craziness of a second silly season, can you blame them?!On this episode, the crew reaches back into their memory banks to the anticlimactic ending of the season, and do recap of the Abu Dhabi grand prix.  Sara takes us through the ins and outs of the team principal silly season as Breno points out that the death knell had already sounded on Mattia's career.  Sara continues with her weird praising(?) of Charles Leclerc's recent performances, and unearths some epic audio!  Breno laments the lack of celebration for what could've been Ricciardo's last race, and forgets to put Zhou in his second half of the season top five! The  crew also gives a very special BFP goodbye to one of F1's greats! All this and more!So lets get out our party hats and raise that champagne glass one more time because the recap of the end of the season is here!!!The Blue Flagopedia:Sergio Perez welcomes Daniel Ricciardo Red Bull returnDaniel Ricciardo shares reason for snubbing Lewis Hamilton back-up role at MercedesToto Wolff is hopeful of Mick Schumacher being given an opportunity at an F1 teamMick Schumacher on F1's lack of patienceTeam principal silly seasonWolff's criticism of Binotto Chadwick signed to Andretti for Indy Lights SeriesF1 drivers go out to dinnerImages from the dinnerFake bill goes viralNyck De Vries taken to the Aplha Tauri garageSummary of the FIA Prize Giving CeremonyWeird interaction between Horner and Ben SulayemFIA montage for the 2022 season (starts at 1:41:29)Follow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Alright, kids! The BFP crew was totally gobsmaked  by the events of the Sao Paulo GP (don't say Brazilian GP) that this pod took extra long to come out... Well, it was more like, Breno got so into the world cup and the holidays that we had an extra long wait to get it done.  But good things come to those who wait. Unless, you're Leclerc waiting to get your tires on in the pit lane. On this banger of an episode,  TBFP crew  discusses the rumors of a shake up at Ferrari, Ricciardo's possible new home, the return of an old (and I mean old) friend,  Mick's possible future, and the Checo Max controversy.  Sara gives Binotto a new moniker, berates Verstappen, type casts George Russell, attempts to speak Portuguese, and unveils her driver hiring strategy of "the heir and the spare."  Breno applies for financial aid for his enchante addiction, misinterprets the Tsunoda unlapping incident, and forgets how the FIA issues garage assignments in the pit lane.Lets buckle up because this is a doozy of an episode! Bom dia and obrigado because its the Sao Paulo GP race recap!!!!!The Blue Flagopedia:Enzo Fittipaldi joins Red Bull programme for Carlin F2 moveMcLaren suffers 2023 development setbackMattia out at the end of season?Jennie Gow's tweetLa Gazzetta articleSchmidt from AMuS breaking Ricciardo newsMick to be announced as Mercedes Reserve driverToto Wolff on Schumacher nameNico Hulkenberg set to be announced at HAASF1 garage assignmentsVerstappen Ocon crash in Brazil 2018Verstappen Hamilton crash Brazil 2022Checo post race interviewFollow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Alright, gang! The wait is over, and your favorite band of belated broadcasters are BACK! This time the BFP crew recaps COTA and the Mexican GP! On this episode:The crew goes over the end of the cost cap saga and the repercussions of the breech.Sara gives Sky a talking to, and Breno laments that Red Bull will end their boycott of them.  The crew celebrates the greatest moment in motorsports and shares their love of the oldest grudge in F1! Sara wonders who asked Buxton, gushes about Sam Collins, and gives Gasly a stern warning! Breno takes Sara's place in criticizing the FIA and forgets that Sara had George Russell as her #1 driver for the first half of the season. So lets get our cowboy hats and sombreros on and order some Tex-Mex because it's the recap for COTA and the Mexican GP!!! The Blue Flagopedia:Mercedes Reveal How Latifi Influenced Strategy ErrorRed Bull Fines for cost cap Red Bull's submission incorrectly calculated costs in 13 different areasRed Bull's Aero PenaltyEduardo FreitasWomen in motorsport"Chlo" on TwitterBrundle v BuxtonBrad Pitt and Lewis Red Bull vs SkyTed Pushes MaxLando's InterviewRussell: Mr I-Never-Move-On-OutlapsSecond Thoughts On Tire Blanket BanStroll And AlonsoCiaran Stroll F1 on TikTokToto Ricciardo Parody Sainz 2nd Highest DNFs in the Hybrid EraSainz 20th in Laps CompletedFollow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

The BFP crew is back again! This time with two very wet races and one very confused World Champion! Time to sink in for a double decker of an episode with lots of rules and regs to go over.On this episode, the crew goes over the budget cap controversy with a fine tooth comb and find that Max and Checo will have to start bringing their lunch to work.   Sara laments the abrupt end of the W Series season and fights for a seat for  Fittipaldi.While the crew speculates on Ricciardo's future, Breno attempts to defend Daniel with some of his own "research."  Sara brings the thunder to the FIA, and Breno forgets that Stoffel Vandoorne is the Mercedes reserve driver!There are no delayed starts or red flags on this pod, and the BFP crew always know when the episode will end! So let's get those water proof air pods on because its time for the Singapore and Suzuka GP race recap!The Blue Flagopedia:Cost cap newsWhat kind of advantage might that have given Red BullW Series IssuesW Series shortens seasonAlbon has complicationsAlphaTauri announce Nyck de VriesGasly To AlpineGasly Ocon dramaZhou signs another deal with AlfaChris Medland's tweetRussell wearing Ricciardo's shirtRicciardo bringing merch to TotoRicciardo and Russell...?Jean-Éric Vergne BTGF1 to trial new mandatory qualifying tyre compound rule in 2023Stefano Domenicali's ideas for F1Miami keeps the fake marinaSilverstone flex pricingFollow us on on our socials:https://twitter.com/BlueFlagPodF1https://theblueflagpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

On this chaotic episode of the pod, the BFP crew attempts to cover three races AND the never ending silly season!  Tensions grow as junior drivers and Indy series pros are vying for the same seat.  Meanwhile, Red Bull has run away with the title, and nobody mentions The One Directive!Sara decides to add crow to her diet, and issues an apology to the first ever Dutch champion!  Breno misses out on a Guenther t-shirt, and laments the downfall of Ricciardo.   The crew takes a deep dive on whether Ferrari is getting a fair shake from the media, if McLaren's strategy is any good, and on the future Russell/Hamilton rivalry (?).   Also, in an upset no one saw coming, Sara forgets that the famous quote from Matthew McConaughey came from Dazed And Confused!!! Can anyone stop Max Verstappen? Will Mercedes get a win for Lewis? Where will Ricciardo turn up in 2023?  Can anyone get Breno to stop making RoP references on the pod!?!? Tune in for none of those answers! Get those ear buds on because it's time for  the Belgium, Dutch, and Italian GP race recaps!!!!The Blue Flagopedia:Ricciardo caught on videoDrugovich announced as Aston Martin F1 reserveNico Hulkenberg joins fight for 2023 Haas F1 seatHerta poised for Alpine test as AlphaTauri F1 interest continuesPorsche is not entering F1 with RBR in 2026How the deal failedHorner thoughts on the Porsche dealThe fall out of the Palou-McLaren dealChris Pine is Nico RosbergSpecial Ferrari colorNo one can spell Callum IlottMattia Binotto questions budget cap rulesPerez issuesHamilton says him and Alonso have had different results in their careersAlonso says comments overblown when about British driversHamilton uses P19 in Monza to work on race craftAlonso says team radios should be privateAlonso trades helmets with everyone, including Mazepin and Latifi

Finally, the summer break news roundup is here! While most of the news covered here might be a bit stale, the hot takes are always fresh and piping hot!Breno catches us up on all the new 2026 engine regulations and tells Kimi that he will NOT  have the blankets! In total  BFP fashion we have the inaugural TBFP Midseason Top 5 Drivers List! And in a twist no one saw coming,  Sara decides that she no longer believes in humanity and destroys all our futures with her top 5 from hell! This and much more on TBFP's Summer News Roundup!The Blue Flagopeadia:2026 regulations for MGU-H and PorscheDetailed 2026 engine regulationsNo blankets on F1 tires in 2024Roll bar improvements after SilverstoneDriver61 video on roll hoops2023 ride height compromisedAudi's take over of Sauber to be announcedAustralia Supercars didn't call for references

On this chilled out edition of the pod, the dynamic duo is back to catch you up on their summer break misadventures! TBFP pours out a cold to our Australian mate, Daniel Ricciardo, as they try not to (yet again) end the pod all together. On this episode, the crew has to issue another apology for a terrible mistake they made on a previous episode.  Sara loses all respect for Max, and wishes that Bottas' girlfriend had a better sense of style!   Breno reminds Sara that she was wrong.  The crew relive the ups and inevitable downs of Kimi's race at Watkins Glenn, and discover a new star in Indy!  Sara was right about Herta, and pulls de Vries out from under a Formula E car to let him know he'll never be in F1.  Breno has to endure a Vanity Fair AND a GQ article, and forgets about every Formula 1 driver after they leave the sport!So lets sit back and relax because it's TBFP's summer break episode!The Blue Flagopedia:Ricciardo Leaves McLarenEricsson apology: Grosjean shadeBottas launches own bucket hatAlbon posts photoshop of Russell in lingerie on his Insta storiesVerstappen cradled by gf in poolHamilton Vanity Fair articleLeClerc/Sainz GQ articleWhat is plus44world on Insta?Ross Chastain takes out KimiKimi having the drink... and cakeWashed up Formula 1 driver wins Formula VaccuumsScott Malukas radio

From the baguette fields of Le Castellet to the goulash plains of Budapest, TBFP comes back at you with another double decker episode! The crew understands that, without anyone's permission, they failed to put out a pod after the French GP.  This is wrong and they intend to make it up to the listening audience.On this jam packed episode, the BFP crew experiences de ja vu all over again as Ferrari makes some questionable calls.  Breno decides to, against all odds and common sense, defend the folks at Maranello! Sara totally eviscerates another target, and its NOT the FIA (although the FIA does get some of Sara's ire as well).  The crew discuss the silliest of silly season, and Breno actually remembers that the new review center is in Geneva! So lets raise our stellas and palinkas and get ready for the Paul Ricard and  Hungaroring race recap!!!!!The Blue Flagopedia:Vettel retirementAlonso to AstonPiastri TweetRosenqvist StatusRossi and GrosjeanPalou/Ganassi SagaGanassi takes legal actionRicciardo's messageNorris on HertaPorsche to own 50% of Red BullHonda and RB Powertrains technical partnership extended to 2025New Technical Directives for Spa explained Russell is the type of guy to ruin a memeBottas and his bucket hatMcLaren upgradesRussell and Perez contact not penalized in FranceSainz Strategy in FranceVSC system failure cost PerezBottas on Mercedes private jetHorner talks about Perez getting used to the carRicciardo apologizes to Stroll

Welcome to another edition of TBFP!   As the orange smoke settles, TBFP crew snaps to action to recap an eventful Austrian GP!The crew reports on the latest news as teams get a much need raise on the cost cap (you won't believe who amongst the team principals did not think it was enough!).  The FIA, as Sara predicted, punts on bouncegate (which has now become flexgate).  Breno gets no reassurances from Mattia Binotto, and pleads for more SPF for Dutch fans.  Sara takes everyone out and catches Pirelli with a stray for good measure.  The crew wonders what the FIA could possibly do to top themselves after this weekend, and Breno forgets to mention plan E!So lets put on some sun block and be on our best behavior because it's the recap for the Austrian GP!The Blue Flagopedia:Cost cap raisedFerrari division rumorsFlexGateHorner on RB floorsSilverstone track battlesExplainer on new passing rules Vettel receives  suspended fine for leaving driver's meeting Vettel radio frustration Hamilton, Leclerc, Verstappen get  suspended fines Fan issues at Austrian GPTrack LimitsF2's wild result

Welcome back to another edition of TBFP! It's a return to the historic Silverstone circuit after the massive collision between Max and Lewis last season.  The crew dives in head first into another crazy week in Formula 1.  Sara and Breno navigate you through all the news leading up to the British GP and the implications on the future of the sport.  Breno sings the praises of Crofty's craft.  Sara gives the FIA the side-eye in another confusing week for bouncegate.  Breno sides with Russell on etiquette at the track, and actually remembers that Russell's radio was from the Hungarian GP but Sara absolutely shuts him down.  Finally, on a shocking turn of events, Sara reveals that she has a new favorite driver! Will Kimi ever recover from this one? Will TBFP crew still make the trip to Watkins Glenn? Does Minttu listen to this pod? All this and more on TBFP's recap of the British GP!!!!The Blue Flagopedia:Nelson PiquetBernie EcclestoneHamilton not wearing nose ring, medical exemption expiredPedal Cam reintroduced to Formula 1George Russell Gets booedThe start of what's to come on porpoisingParc Ferme and other rules changesAlbon StatusJuri Vips will remain in Red Bull's junior rosterHorner Says RB Response about Piquet is to Fire VipsDaniel and Lando Space Hopper Race

As we mourn the passing of a great groundhog, TBFP crew tries to gather themselves for yet another jam packed episode! The implications for the world championship could not be higher as Breno and Sara do a deep dive into the next great battle brewing in the paddocks, bouncegate!  Should the FIA step in? Which teams will lose out? Can Horner and Toto just get along? Will anyone notice Mattia Binotto?  Was Sara's foresight on  FIA's  new chief, Shaila-Ann Rao, correct?Breno reports on the sad state of McLaren.  Sara  disagrees with George Russell's qualifying strategy, and Breno forgets about Kimi's 2020 Portuguese GP performance!All this and much more! So grab some maple syrup and and bowl of poutine because it's TBFP's recap of the Canadian Grand Prix!The Blue Flagopedia:McLaren Formula E team to have Nissan package Teams get some more wind tunnel time Piastri to F1 in 2023Gasly remains with AlphaTauri until the end of 2023Current contract situation in F1Talks of South African GP at Kyalami circuit in JohanesbergCurrent state of bouncegatePerez's injuryMcLaren's situationPierre Galsy inception Bottas in Monaco Hamilton finishes race on 3 tiresSainz rear wing set upBTG: Zhou Guanyu Williams supports Goatifi as DotD

Welcome back for another double dose of race recaps!It's Monaco and Azerbaijan race recaps with news and much more!  Breno and Sara retell the disastrous couple of weeks for Ferrari! Sara revisits an old segment from TBFP archives. Breno takes no joy in going over in painstaking details the way Ferrari lost the Monaco GP.  Sara gives us more updates on our continuing coverage of Ocon's season.The crew marvels at Binotto's comments on the championship causing Breno to call upon Herm Edwards for help.  Sara takes a victory lap on Ferrari's strategy, and Breno forgets to add Gasly to his F1 fantasy team.  So join us for another double stacked pod (but not like a Ferrari double stack) full of good times!  The Blue Flagopedia :Kim racing at Watkins GlennHamilton is an honory BrazilianPerez extends contract to 2024"I probably signed too early" Perez asked about comment after race and panicZak Brownb on DR strugglesThe Race on Daniel Binotto's commentsOcon's incidentFIA on Ocon's IncidentDriver distrust in FIAFIA's new F1 Chief Shaila-Ann RaoIt's pride month. You'd never know in F1Driver61's video on the enginesLast wet weather race in MonacoAlonso faking losing control in Baku qualiJos complaining about RB losing points for MaxRicciardo describing porpoisingMax hitting Ricciardo's car when they were both at RB

Hola! And Welcome back to another belated race recap for the BFP crew! The crew is returning with hot takes on everything F1.  In this episode, Breno praises Lewis for his self sacrifice in the name of the team.  The conspiracy theories fly as the crew speculates how Aston was able to create a whole new car without anyone knowing. Sara has a stern warning for Red Bull and how they treat Checo! The crew discuss yet another circuit having logistical issues, and Sara takes up the plight of F1 fans around the globe.  Breno almost forgets what happened to Leclerc!Will this be the end of Ferrari's bid for a world title? Will the crew have the courage to discuss Ricciardo's race? Did Sara find out what happened to Ocon? Listen in for all the answers in our Spanish Grand Prix recap!!!!The Blue Flagopedia:No replacement for Russian GPFerrari/Red Bull battle heating upHelmut Marko's response     Ferrari Tire TestWhat may have caused RB DRS issuesSpectator issues (no water, 5 hours lines to train, no parking) at trackNorris tonsilitis, throws up in car?Green RB cans on RB pitwallBottas's bum portraitYuki says he learned not to hit the radio button so muchWilliams Albon red hair shirtAlbon giving everyone red hairRB DRS issues

Oye, mi gente! It's time for TBFP to recap their personal experiences with the inaugural Miami GP! On this episode, Sara and Breno give first hand accounts on all the mayhem of that weekend.  From endless lines for water to an epic journey to their parking lots, the crew spared no expense to get as much information from every side of the track (well, from the places that they were allowed to go).  Sara laments the end of her WNBA career, and throws massive shade (which was in massive shortage that weekend) at the organization of the Miami GP.  Breno whines about the sun and forgets to drink water instead of Heineken!So let's drink our mojitos and make sure we get in the shade because it's the recap of the Miami GP!The Blue Flagopedia:Hamilton wears all his jewelryPorsche and Audi to enter sportAndretti still plans to enter F1 with only McLaren and Alpine supportingF1 foots the bill for a $240m plot of land to build a paddock Grill The Grid: HeightDriver's Radio after the raceVettel shows off underwear Vettel on political round table for BBCVettel's shirt for Miami GPVerstappen's police escort to the podium

OK.  Well, there's no way to sugarcoat this one, kids.  The BFP crew is in the doghouse and they know it! With hat in hand and heavy weight on their collective hearts, TBFP crew issues an apology to their followers and promise to do better.  And with the Miami GP looming in the horizon, do their followers have any hopes for a timely episode of the pod? Ha! It's doubtful.But we move on with their twofer-Straya-Imola-sandwich of a pod! In this episode, Sara believes that  porpoising has an insidious side effect, and is finally putting the Mercedes team in the midfield! Breno tries on the F1 Anon hoodie, and is delighted by a surprise in the standings. The crew praise Lando's good fortune and lament Sainz' bad luck.  Breno tries and fails to get in Sara's mind.  Sara delights in the return of the cooldown room, and Breno forgets that Lewis would've gotten second in Baku in 2021.So let's throw a shrimp on the barbie for the first time since 2019, and let's also leave the gun and take the cannoli! Because it's time for the Australia and Imola race recaps!The Blue Flagopedia:Fire proof yo draws!Gasly speaks outF1 drivers issued jewelry  ban reminder FIA gives Seb 5,000 Euro fine for FP2 scooter rideToto apologizes to LewisChanges to Albert ParkDRS zone removed MIck/Yuki SC Near missMerc gifted points/still nowhere near topSainz's lamentWelcome back, Alex AlbonSainz signs a deal with ferrari until 2024White FerrariThe Gunt Speaks!!!Make your own F1 trophy rumbaRussell complains about porpoising2020 Safety Car Crash at MugelloIntroduction of the haloReserve Drivers on Sky

The Blue Flag Podcast crew is back again to discuss the Saudi Grand Prix and all the news you might've missed afterwards.  Breno and Sara revel in yet another US GP and all the craziness that will come with a race in Las Vegas! On this episode, Sara drops dad jokes in honor of Vettel's upcoming return to F1 in the Australian Grand Prix.  Breno praises Wittich for getting the job done, and loses his mind on the lack of track clearing innovation in F1.  Sara admits to a secret (or not so secret) feud, gets Crofty brain, and dashes the hopes of a McLaren comeback.  While Breno completely forgets what gaff tape is and that there is no British word for duct tape.  So lets get cozy because this is TBFP's recap of the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix! The Blue Flagopedia:Las Vegas GP 2023 Saturday nights after Black FridayAttack on oil depot FridayPerez Radio Hulk not "keen" on gertting back into F1Nico Hulkenberg testy radioHorner on Ricciardo

OK gang! The BFP crew is raring to and its lights out on a brand new era of Formula 1!  On this jam packed episode, the crew discusses the stunning results from Bahrain.  Sara gives us the skinny on some of the new regulations and issues a warning to the stewards!  The crew goes over the final word (we do mean the FINAL WORD) on Abu Dhabi with the release of the FIA report.  Breno laments the lack of pace on the new cars, but hopes that better racing will be the outcome.  The crew sheds a tear for the McLaren team (Sara sends all McLaren fans a virtual hug!), and Breno forgets that we aren't going to mention Abu Dhabi again!So, even though our spirits are low, lets hold our drinks high because its the recap of the Bahrain GP!The Blueflagopedia:Summary of the FIA Ruling on Abu DhabiFull FIA Report on Abu DhabiRule Updates on the weight of the carSafety Car "Unlapping" Rule Change Rule of Engagement for Passing New Set Up for AlpineEmotional Zhou Guanyu After the GPRed Bull Fuel Issue

On this late, late preseason news edition of the pod, TBFP crew dives into all the preseason testing in the new era of formula 1.  How will come out on top? TBFP certainly does not know, but they'll guess wildly with no journalistic integrity on which team has the edge! The crew celebrates the return of K-Mag! They lament the loss of Fittipaldi. Sara joins the ranks of F1 Anon and refuses to believe the Tifosi will have anything to cheer for this year.  In a breach of BFP protocol, Breno loses his mind and almost ends the pod with one fatal decision! Constructor's predictions! Driver's predictions and more!!   So get your coffee on, and hurry up and listen to this incredibly late edition of the pod before the start of the Bahrain Grand Prix! The Blue Flagopedia:Verstappen new 5 year, $53 million/year dealNorris new 4 year, $26,700,000/year dealAndretti Herta as development driver for McLaren Porpoising Car WeightTimes (Barcelona) The Race's analysis of the vortexes in Barcelona  Leclerc Porpoising Meme F1 Anon and Sainz's thoughts on Merc Merc Struggles might be real

The first annual Blue Flag Podcast Awards Extravaganza is here!!! From best driver to best meme, the BFP Awards Selection Committee has done their research and chosen their nominees.  But who will take home the most coveted titles of the 2021 season? Will Toto and Lewis be in attendance? Will Alonso be the only one cut off during his acceptance speech? Will the stewards give Ricciardo points on his license for wearing another cowboy hat?Grab a glass of your favorite bubbly and join the BFP crew to find out! Let the ceremonies begin!!!! Blue Flagopedia:Perez Norris battle in Austria Perez Lewis in TurkeyLewis Alonso in HungaryAzerbaijan GP AnthemStyria GP Anthem Qatar GP AnthemFerrari C2 Challenge (skip to 3:55)This or That with BottasAlbon gets Verstappen to draw a penis trackVettel RadioStroll RadioCan you stay out in these conditions?Kimi RadioSky's Christmas commercialRussell hits Bottas after crash Vettel wears pride shirtVettel picks up trashVettel checks on NorrisVettel full radio at Spa after Norris crashBald VettelBottas Smiling Interrupting Stroll compilation Lewis avoids NicoBrundle gets snubbedRosberg drops a bombshell on all of usKimi goes lawnmower racing!

Well , the wait is finally over, ladies and gentlemen! The BFP is back... Well, sort of.  On this bonus episode the crew gets you caught up on all...okay, most of the news from the offseason. The crew covers the fallout from the controversial Abu Dhabi season finale.  Sara introduces us to the new FIA president, and shows her disdain for the rumors of Lewis retiring.  There's mixed feelings about Masi's departure and a fair amount of shade at the changes made after the Abu Dhabi investigation. Sara delights in more Kimi news, and Breno forgets how to pronounce everything!   With so much jam packed in this offseason news recap, you can't afford not to listen! So charge up those airpods because it's NEWS RECAP TIME!!!!The Blue Flagopedia:Probe launched into the end of the GP on DecemberResults from probe and changes madeNew FIA President Be Sulayem Toto's Evil LayerMasashi Yamamoto will play advisory role in RB Porsche and Red Bull look like they're coming to terms for 2026 entryRicciardo was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia Crocodile Dundee (Breno need's to update his references)Raikonnen becomes team principal the Kawasaki motorcross squadMichael Andretti applies to join F1 in 2024New rules for 2022WTF1's video on the differences between Merc's render and actual car

On this miraculous episode of the BFP, the crew tries, and most certainly fails, to describe what happened in Abu Dhabi.  Sara is increasingly perplexed by the inconsistencies of the FIA as she makes her official bid for race director.  Breno is sad to be denied a final Mazepin/Schumacher batter.  And the entire BFP crew say their goodbyes to the one and only Kimi Raikkonen.  The end of an era and, possible, the start of a BFP myth...? Sara celebrates Checo's battle with Lewis and Breno forgets about Tsunoda, Sainz, Norris, Brake Magic...we're not sure what he remembered on this one.So, hold on to your hats because this one is a doozy! It's the recap of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix!Send us award show categories and nominations on Twitter @blueflagpodf1The Blue Flagopedia:The myth of Kimi's "Iceman" nicknameTim Glock's reaction to KimiKimi scares Antonio againKimi in a dune buggyKimi's story as told by himKimi's Beyond The Grid podcast interviewsF1's goodbye to KimiEvery driver's over the line radio: Saudi ArabiaEvery driver's over the line radio: Abu DhabiFIA dismisses Safety Car restart protestFIA dismisses Max overtaking Lewis under the Safety Car allegationMercedes plans to appeal dismissal of Safety Car restart protestReview of Brazil GPClip!

On a very confusing episode of the BFP, the crew tries to come to grips with the steward inconsistencies and all the kerfuffle  between Max and Lewis on the streets of Jeddah. Sara gives us a lesson on rules and how citations work in the real world.  In a shocking turn of events, Breno reveals that he is part of a secret internet society! The crew sees the Losail Lion rise again! Vettel celebrates women and Cyril pays off a bet.  Sara cries out for the FIA to let racers race and Breno forgets that there were other teams besides Red Bull and Mercedes! Kimi moments and more! So lets get out our copy of the official 2021 Formula One Sporting Regulations because it's the recap of the Saudi Arabia GP!!!! The Blue Flagopedia:Vettel Hosts women only karting eventSir Frank Williams passes awayF2 Saudi Arabia crashCyril pays up his betBreno's Kimi momentSara's Kimi momentAlonso (and Ricciardo off screen) reaction to Max's lapNorris on red flag ruleRussell on safety and Saudi GPSainz lets Norris by before the DRS in Austin Max and Lewis collide Vettel and Hamilton "brake test"Senna Prost rivalryLeclerc overtakes Sainz on the last lap

Welcome back Blue Flaggers! The crew is back to cover the fall out of the Lewis and Max incident in Brazil... and maybe the Qatar GP.  Sara catches us up on the reality TV drama between Horner and Toto and the Housewives of Salt Lake City! Breno takes exception with snack stealing! Sara mildly defends Red Bull while throwing Breno in the Mercedes camp. The crew leaves no stone unturned with deep dive into a moment that will live on in the annals of F1 history, the vaunted Ocon defense! Sara psychoanalyzes Verstappen, and Breno forgets which race is next on the calendar.  Kimi moments and more!So lets bone up on all FIA regulations and get ready to  adjudicate the Qatar GP!!!The Blue Flagopedia:HLS arrest of Jen ShahFerrari charadesCarlando lives on!Norris admits fault for BrazilCarlando golfs with Damon HillMax draws a... what?Breno's Kimi moment Kimi's press conferenceSara's Kimi momentRed Bull's flappy wingFIA press conferenceStewards ruling on yellow flagsStewards reference soccer when making decision on MaxMongolian government and MaxMax says Leclerc will be faster than Kimi

E ai galera! You didn't think the BFP crew was going to NOT cover the Brazilian Grand Prix... or is it the Sao Paulo Grand Prix? Wait, never mind that for now because the crew is here to set the record straight on Michael Massi's TSDE! Sara dubs one lucky racer the moniker of Mr. Friday and raises her ire at the ineffectiveness of the FIA.  Breno is impressed with Toto Wolff's timing and forgets to mention Hamilton's charge up the field.  With a sad heart the crew is forced to choose sides as the world may have witnessed the break up of Carlando.   But there's still much to celebrate! So get some fejoada and caipirinhas because this is the BFP recap of the  Brazilian Grand Prix!The Blue Flagopedia:Guanyu Zhou confirmed AlfaOscar Piastrti 2022 Alpine reserve driverHaas keeps Pietro Fitipaldi through 2022Kimi considers Giovinazzi a friendMcLaren denies Audi takeoverSara's Kimi moment Breno's Kimi momentAlonso 'Young Driver'Hamilton throws hat at Rosberg in Cooldown RoomVerstappen gets kicked out of Cooldown Room"Cheugy"Rosanna Tennant has a dream about KimiFerrari's "sudden" loss of power in 2019Comparison of Bottas and Hamilton top speedLeClerc seatbelt incident

Ola amigos! TBFP comes back with another caliente episode of the pod! On this episode, Sara comes down hard on Toto and Horner for their bullying ways and sings a love song for the Mexican Grand Prix.  Ai Chihuahua!  Breno has a laugh at the '97 world champ, Jacques Villeneuve, and forgets to talk about the Brundle walk! The crew dissects the loco Mercedes strategy and the speed of the Red Bulls! Plus, more Kimi moments!So strap on your ear buds because TBFP crew takes no siestas here! It's the recap of the Mexican Grand Prix! Vamos!The Blue Flagopedia:Passing of Antonia TerziHorner say Red Bull got "Tsunoda'd"Andretti Alfa Romeo deal falls throughHerta still up for possible F1 change Villeneuve's tax troublesThe state of the Saudi Arabia GPChina back on the calendarRumors of Vegas GPChanges to Australian GPSara's Kimi momentSara's Kimi moment part 2Breno's Kimi momentSorry, the Iceman is sleeping

Oh, howdy partner! Bet you came back for some good ole racing recaps. Well, TBFP crew is the recapiest and podcastiest get up on this side of the Mississippi!Don't believe me? Well on this one, Sara gets serious about blue flags and puts a hurtin' to unscientific polls. That feller, Breno, thinks Dale Earnhardt helmets are just fine and dandy and almost forgets to recap the race. (Bless his heart) We take our hats off and pay some darn respect to the loss of manners with Brundle's grid walk.  And our pal, Perez, has a race hotter than a habanero shower in the desertSo giddy up, cowboys and cowgals! Because TBFP is about to git r dun in this 'Murican GP!!!Blue Flagopedia:Giovinazzi feeling the pressure of not knowing if he has a seat next seasonBut Mattio Binotto still believes in GiovinazziWe found out after recording that Andretti/Alfa Romeo partnership seems not to beAmerican driver Logan Sargent joins Williams driving academyLap times deleted for speeding through double yellow flagsSpecial helmets for USGP2021 Fan SurveyOcon unlaps himself and gets a Max shove 2018 Brazilian GPVettel: "He brake tested me" 2017 AzerbaijanSara's Kimi MomentBreno's Kimi Moment

On this damp edition of the pod, we come back in full force to discuss the Turkish Grand Prix and catch you up on all the news from the break!Bottas has a new lease on life after signing his deal with Alfa Romeo (and it shows!).  More Kimi stories! Sara finds a new love for rally racing and finally gives the Pirelli Zamboni its due. Breno almost forgets to mention who won the race... Again! Ferrari gives sage advice from the pit wall.So let's gather around the fire and shelter from the cold and wet for The Blue Flag Podcast's recap of the Turkish Grand Prix!Blue Flagopedia:Qatar added to championship, Qatar previous worker issuesVettel (and Hamilton) wear rainbow for LGBTQ in Hungary, Vettel wears helmet for saving our oceansNorris Cart Launch (Juan Pablo Montoya cameo!)Stroll's engineer ran London marathon, Stroll's engineer BradBottas judges Finnish coffee championship, Bottas trolls MercedesAlonso: bias in F1Why teams shouldn't trust their driver entirelyNorris discusses depression, NBA rookie depression issuesOnline therapy, Online meditation, Online yogaNAMI, MHA's self help toolsRed Bull future with HondaSara's Kimi Moment: 2010/2011 rally career, more Rally carBreno's Kimi Moment: 2007 powerboat race in gorilla suitBonus Kimi Moment: 2018 Hungary Kimi will not have the drinkRed Bull Cowboy suits for Texas GP 2018For immediate help anytime, please call 1-800-273-8255

Heartbreak at Sochi for McLaren while TBFP team struggles to keep it together for this rough episode of the pod.  Sara shows her displeasure for all the trash talking between Red Bull and Mercedes.  Breno completely forgets to give Lewis credit for his 100th victory.  The team revels in Sainz' ability to overcome the dreaded Ferrari strategy. Kimi gets a special gift and we tell more stories from his remarkable career.So get out your blini and your vodka as we recap the Sochi grand prix!The Blue Flagopedia:Kimi gets gift from Sochi trackSainz; not the next BarrichelloSara's Kimi moment Breno's Kimi momentF1 Race Lap ChartMazepin shows young fan around paddockVettel hits Hamilton at Monaco for brake checking himLewis hits jackmanStroll hits jack manZandvoort rules about double stackingWilliams' troublesVettel radio after qualiNOT Tsunoda Q1 radio but Mick Radio2021 Sochi

On a most joyous episode of The Blue Flags Podcast, we celebrate McLaren's stunning 1-2 at Monza.  We join a search party for the whereabouts of Zack Brown. Sara's British-shade-ar might be a little off.  Breno almost ignores Norris... again!Is that a Red Bull on top of a Mercedes? So grab a shoey and enjoy as we bask in the papaya glow from this weekend!The Blue Flagopedia:Russell confirmed to MercedesHamilton says learned from Rosberg relationship and doesn't want to repeatHorner & Ricciardo Congratulate George Russell On His ‘New Deal'Ricciardo winning Monaco 20182018 Monaco Pool CelebrationAlex confirmed to Williams with LatifiTsunoda confirmed with Gasly for Alpha Tauri next yearHulkenberg reserve and development driver for Aston Martin since AprilGuanyu Zhou rumors 2012 Abu Dhabi- "Leve me alone. I know what I'm doing"2020 Portugal P16 to P6 in first lapLatifi misses bunnyRandy Johnson hits birdFIA penatly reportWhy max was to blame Mazepin apologies to SchumacherPietro Fittipaldi

Join us on a sad episode of the Blue Flag Podcast as we mourn Kimi's retirement announcement.  We regale you in some of the Iceman's best moments of the past.  As we all work together in a collective group hug to get through the rest of Kimi's last season.Nico Rosberg makes a shocking confession and Sara besmirches Jensen Button's good name.Oh! And there was a race too! Blue Flagopedia: your library for our ramblingsKimi retirement announcementKimi talks retirement at pre-race weekend interviewKimi 2006 Monaco Grand PrixKimi 2018 United States Grand PrixAlonso pats Sainz after raceHamilton avoids RosbergHamilton and Rosana TenetShout out to one of the BFP's favorite F1 coverage: The Reserve DriversRicciardo talks "teamwork" strategyRed Bull complains about Mercedes cooling sensorAlbon pressure to cut ties with Red Bull if going to WilliamsAlonso, Hamilton, Giovinazzi talk about KimiSchumacher locked himself in the bathroomRosberg pees in carRumor Alfa Romeo to Mercedes engineAlonso and Hamilton rivalryKimi names Vettel and Giovinazzi friendsLewis calls Valtteri his best teammateAlbon's Red Bull careerGasly's Red Bull careerHamilton blocks Rosberg interviews in 2018We all love F1's Gentleman DriverRoGro's Indy career2019 Haas issues

For a 2 lap "race", we somehow found a lot to talk about.  Luckily, the memes didn't disappoint, nor did the driver and FIA radios.  Join us as we break down Spa in the rain and tried to make sense of what we just watched.  Or didn't watch.Back by popular demand, Blue Flagopedia: your library for our ramblings.George Russell and Valtteri Bottas' awkward interviewToto knows, but he just won't sayAnthione HubertJuan Manuel CarreraSpa 24 hour raceCallom Illot's tweetW Series collisionAlonso's helmet cam lapVideo of fans sliding down Eau RougeGeorge Russell's 2020 radioLance Stroll's angry radioVettel Q3 radio"Multi 21, Seb."Perez crashLewis Hamilton's "bomb" and more red flag shenanigansZamboniMedical car driver, and Blue Flag Podcast Driver of the Day,  Alan van der Merwe

Welcome, fellow F1 fans! Thank you for sticking with us for our first episode as we work through our audio and an exciting 2021 season.  Upcoming episodes will feature improved microphones and coverage of the fun shenanigans of race week. We make a lot of references and to help you keep track of them all, we'd like to introduce Blue Flagopedia: your library for our ramblings.Hybrid Era Mercedes Dominance and F1 issues with competitionPre Season ResultsRussell's 2020 race with Mercedes"HAM VER BOT" : A play on the Hamilton Bottas Verstappen (HAM BOT VER) results seen consistently in 2019 that was rearranged in 2020 to HAM VER BOTBottas 2.0Rosberg-Lewis battleFerrari “issues”Jenson Button on AlonsoHelmut MarkoBaku memes: Honestly, not sure how to source this one. Just go to the formula dank subreddit and I'm sure you'll find some.Stroll's troubles