Podcasts about Brackley

Formula 1 is in a moment of pause. The 2025 racing cars have been wheeled into storage, and the racetracks have fallen silent. But inside the top-secret F1 factories, each team is facing a winter like never before. Revised rules for 2026 are reshaping the cars and redefining what powers them, and that means the pressure is on for the hundreds working back at base.Before diving into the future, the team at Brixworth, the home of Mercedes High Performance Powertrains, are marking the end of an era. It's here that the engine - which drove Mercedes to eight straight Constructors' Championships between 2014 and 2021 - first came to life. Brixworth boss Hywel Thomas has planned a very special celebration to mark the end of this engine cycle and our expert guides Sarah Holt and Holly Samos were there to join in the festivities. This is an important time of transition for Formula 1's engine suppliers. Thomas and his Brixworth team have been developing the new engine that will power Mercedes and three other teams, on the grid in 2026.There is parallel work going on at Brackley, where Mercedes Technical Director James Allison is overseeing all other aspects of the new season's car design. The British engineer has more than three decades' experience in F1 but even he is a little daunted by what he calls the “biggest ever” rule change in the sport's history.While the work intensifies inside the F1 factories, it is, in contrast, time for the drivers to unwind. Italian Mercedes star Kimi Antonelli is heading home to spend some time with his family and friends, while Haas driver Ollie Bearman is holidaying in the Maldives before spending Christmas with his family in Monaco. Back at base, the Haas team are hard at work preparing for F1's new era in 2026 and that means both sides of the garage are collaborating too. Laura Muller - who works alongside Esteban Ocon and is an F1 trailblazer as the sport's first female race engineer - has just wrapped up her first season on the pitwall. Like Bearman, she knows the experiences of 2025 will help her navigate what lies ahead.F1 race-winner Valtteri Bottas is preparing for his return to the grid with the Cadillac Formula 1 team in South Australia. But even in an idyllic spot for winter training, the Finnish favourite is already counting down to pre-season testing and getting to the first race in Melbourne, Australia as he starts the next chapter of his F1 career.F1: Back at Base is an IMG Production for the BBC, hosted by Rosamund Pike.Co-hosts & Executive Producers are Sarah Holt and Holly Samos.

Our Special Guest this week is Sam Stafford, Managing Director at the Land, Planning and Development Federation and host of the 50 Shades of Planning Podcast. Latest News Update on planning related matters since we were last on the air. A Decision of the High Court involving Wrotham Parish Council and the Secretary of State, Moto Hospitality and Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council. It was a challenge to the decision of the SoS allowing an appeal to grant outline planning permission for a secure 24-hour truck stop facility for up to 197 HGVs incorporating fuel station; amenity building of up to 1100 sqm; creation of new access to A20 via roundabout; landscaping and other associated works.An Appeal Decision for Land west of Brackley in West Northamptonshire for up to 700 residential dwellings, areas of public open space, a rugby pitch, landscaping, allotments, sustainable drainage and associated infrastructure.Two Appeal Decisions made against Kent County Council and Ashford Borough Council by Hodson Developments and Chilmington Green Developments regarding outline planning permission for a comprehensive mixed-use development in Great Chart, Ashford.Visit our Website:⁠⁠hwgpnfy.com

La primera semana de pretemporada ha dejado una F1 dividida entre certezas parciales y misterios bien calculados. Si la semana pasada con “conformábamos” con el Montecarlo y Daytona, lo que nos ha traído esta semana es puro nervio. Y en el Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1 tratan de calmarnos. Datos que ¿no sirven para nada? Aunque los equipos insisten en que el “shakedown” no debe interpretarse como una prueba de rendimiento puro, los datos acumulados en pista siempre permiten dibujar tendencias. Y este año, la fiabilidad (más que la velocidad, al menos en esta primera semana) ha sido el indicador que más ha hablado. Mercedes emerge como el equipo más sólido del arranque por la abrumadora cantidad de vueltas acumuladas. Más de 500 giros, sin sombras de problemas mecánicos y con varias simulaciones de carrera completadas, colocan al equipo de Toto Wolff en una posición privilegiada en términos de preparación. Tras años de altibajos, esta primera señal sugiere que el nuevo monoplaza podría ser competitivo desde el inicio. La serenidad se ha instalado en Brackley mientras otros equipos buscan respuestas. Otros niveles “aceptables” (e inaceptables). Ferrari y los equipos con motor Red Bull Ford han mostrado también niveles aceptables de fiabilidad, aunque sin el volumen de trabajo de Mercedes. McLaren, por ejemplo, ha sorprendido positivamente por el nivel de madurez técnica de su coche. La sensación general es que Woking llega con una base muy trabajada, lista para evolucionar desde el primer Gran Premio. En la otra cara de la moneda se encuentran Audi y Cadillac, cuyos problemas mecánicos han limitado gravemente el kilometraje. Para Audi, que entra en la era de la F1 con ambición de fabricante completo, estos primeros tropiezos no pasan desapercibidos. En la F1 moderna, cada vuelta es oro, y su déficit no es buena señal (aunque sí normal para un nuevo motorista). La estrella de la fiesta. Pero si hay un equipo que ha generado conversación, ese es Aston Martin. Su coche, en el que se nota a la legua la marca Adrian Newey, es probablemente el más radical de la parrilla. Soluciones aerodinámicas extremas, volúmenes arriesgados y una filosofía técnica muy distinta al resto convierten al AMR26 en uno de los grandes puntos de interés del invierno. Sin embargo, su escaso rodaje (solo un día y con velocidad controlada) deja abiertas más preguntas que respuestas. ¿Falta de preparación? ¿Estrategia para esconder fortalezas? ¿Cautela por parte de Honda ante posibles problemas de motor? Eso sí, para los aficionados (sobre todo los españoles) el gesto – la sonrisa que no podía ocultar – de Fernando Alonso tras la jornada no ha pasado desapercibido. El “shakedown” evaluado. Las cifras de esta semana lo dejan claro: Aston Martin es la mayor incógnita; Mercedes, la mayor certeza; y Audi, la mayor decepción (provisional). El debate, aparte de las cifras, está en si esta normativa permitirá que las diferencias entre motores se mitiguen mediante aerodinámica. Algunos ingenieros apuntan que sí: el comportamiento más predecible de los coches favorece a quienes hayan logrado conceptos aerodinámicos eficientes, incluso con motores menos dominantes. Por último, la (lamentable) ausencia total de Williams añade un punto más de incertidumbre a la parrilla: en una pretemporada tan corta, perder días de pista es un golpe duro. El resultado de la evaluación está claro: esta primera semana no revela quién será rápido, pero sí quién está preparado. Mejor aún, al menos para los aficionados: la F1 arranca su camino hacia el nuevo reglamento con un abanico de ideas técnicas más amplio que en años anteriores y con equipos que se mueven entre la cautela y la ambición. Lo único seguro es que la pretemporada nos ha dado mucha ilusión… y un buen número de enigmas por resolver. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

La Fórmula 1 arranca el año con una pretemporada extraña, corta y mal llamada “shakedown”, pero suficiente para encender ilusiones y sembrar un buen número de incógnitas. Y, aunque supuestamente era privado, el Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1 tiene mucha información de estos tests, y nos la cuenta toda esta semana. Contacto con la pista. Los equipos han tenido ya un primer contacto real con sus nuevas máquinas, y aunque nadie está dispuesto a mostrar completamente sus cartas, el paddock sale de esta semana con sensaciones tan diversas como significativas. Lo único claro es que los coches, en su versión inicial, han confirmado que la normativa está dando espacio para interpretaciones radicalmente distintas. La aerodinámica móvil se ha convertido en el centro de atención, permitiendo observar diferencias más que llamativas entre los equipos, ya desde el primer momento. Las nuevas formas de los monoplazas insinúan un campeonato donde la creatividad técnica podría marcar más diferencias que la potencia pura. Y, de entre todas estas apuestas, algunas han sobresalido. Mercedes: la fiabilidad. Mercedes vuelve a aparecer como ese equipo que, sin necesidad de gestos grandilocuentes, impone respeto. Los de Brackley han completado una semana impecable: más de 500 vueltas sin señal de debilidad mecánica y con varias simulaciones de carrera en el bolsillo. El mensaje, aunque silencioso, es rotundo: rendimiento aún por descubrir, pero fiabilidad total desde el minuto uno. Aston Martin: el contraste. En contraste, otras marcas apenas han podido acumular kilómetros: Aston Martin, por ejemplo, solo rodó un día completo y con velocidad controlada. Aun así, el equipo de Silverstone ha sido uno de los grandes protagonistas. Su coche, diseñado bajo la influencia directa de Adrian Newey, es quizá el monoplaza más radical de la parrilla. Soluciones aerodinámicas agresivas, un concepto arriesgado y una estética que ha sorprendido incluso a los rivales. Falta saber si esa revolución se traduce en velocidad real o si el limitado rodaje fue una estrategia deliberada para esconder armas. No faltan sospechas: ¿es prudencia, falta de preparación o simple deseo de no mostrar las cartas? La sonrisa contenida de Fernando Alonso tras bajarse del coche añade misterio. El resto: sensaciones diversas. En el resto del paddock, la diversidad de sensaciones es evidente. McLaren ha impresionado por el nivel de acabado de su coche, sólido desde el primer día. Red Bull, en cambio, ha atraído atención técnica, pero su volumen de vueltas no ha sido tan alto como en años anteriores. Y Audi, en su primera gran puesta de largo como motorista y fabricante, deja dudas tras unos problemas mecánicos que limitaron su presencia en pista. Cadillac, por su parte, tampoco ha logrado completar un programa sólido. Los datos de kilometraje hablan por sí solos: Mercedes, Ferrari y los motoristas asociados a Red Bull dominan el registro de fiabilidad; Audi y Honda muestran señales más preocupantes. En cuanto a Williams, la incógnita es total: la ausencia en esta primera semana impide cualquier evaluación. ¿Y los pilotos? Las sensaciones de los pilotos añaden otra capa de lectura. La mayoría coincide en que estos monoplazas se sienten más previsibles, más estables en curva y más intuitivos en su comportamiento. Si esa mejora en la manejabilidad contribuye a reducir diferencias entre motores, como algunos ingenieros creen, la temporada podría ofrecer luchas más cerradas de lo esperado. Mientras tanto, las dudas persisten: ¿Podrá la aerodinámica compensar desventajas de potencia? ¿Está Honda realmente en dificultades? ¿Por qué Audi ha sufrido tanto? Las próximas semanas deberán despejar estas preguntas. Por ahora, la F1 arranca como más se disfruta: entre ilusión, sospechas y un torrente de incógnitas. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Joe Pope is in the hosting chair once again and he is joined by Christian James and Dickie Worton. It was dissapointment for Dickie as his AFC Telford side were knocked out by Yeovil in the FA Trophy, he got the thoughts of the Glovers manager Billy Rowley. Christian talks about the bizarre Boston United victory at Boreham Wood, plus managerial vacancies at Brackley and Morecambe, Gulls delight in the South and plenty of Deva chat. Like, subscribe and leave a comment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Defeat at Brackley and all a bit dismal. Fear not, the Plebs are here to brighten up your Monday morning, possibly.Dave was there, Ben has watched it back, Ian just let them go. Thanks for Ed, Tim, Mark and Abby for the voice notes. Onto Aldershot tomorrow night! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're off to St James' Park this Saturday - no, not that one, or that one - but in order to learn a little bit more, we're very grateful for Volunteer Head of Commercial at Brackley, Will Grashoff for chatting to Dave ahead of this Afternoon's clash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Craig is helping us do the Hokey Cokey this week, there's been some ins, some outs and plenty of shaking it all about, and we're here to chat about it all. We're heading to Brackley for the game this Saturday and we can't wait! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At last, they've done it! Russ and Pete have finally completed the 92, after some delays and with no thanks at all to cup draws, frozen pitches and a lack of convenient rescheduling for TV in recent seasons. Dragging Russ's wife along for good measure, they headed up to Barrow-in-Furness for the penultimate ground at Holker Street on the Friday night (19th) before hooking around Morecambe Bay and down to Fleetwood for the big one…Ground 92, at Highbury Stadium on the Saturday. And seeing as they were out and about and that an unexpected opportunity arose for a Sunday game, they added Brackley to their ‘140 Club' tally for good measure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of THE BEST OF LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister celebrate the holidays with this 2020 recording of that year's Lumen Holiday Extravaganza! Join Ellen, Steve, Brackley, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Favorite Holiday Songs; Lighting devices for our stockings; Stan's new eyeballs; Brackley's drug store glasses; Rudolph's gender identity; What do Jews do for Christmas?; Yiddish Fiddler; The Perfect Storm of guilt; How many Xmas lights can you plug into one wall outlet?; Red and Green cookies; Electric menorahs; Techniques for exterior landscape holiday lighting; Theatrical Epicurean Delights' 2020 Stagehand Friendly Fruitcakes; "It's a Wonderful Life" or "A Christmas Story"?; Are drones a good Christmas gift?; Our favorite holiday drinks; "Why are there two fuses in Xmas lights?"; the Barreca Family German Christmas Party; How to make fake snow; The deadly combination of eggnog and fruitcake; Our Christmas wishes; and Santa Stan's true meaning of the spirit of Christmas. Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

In this 2025 LDI Review Episode, Kelsey, Steve, Dennis, Brackley and David discuss: Our Light Talk live show;  Impressive new products; What we wanted to see but didn't; Our favorite booths; Our favorite demos/shows; Our favorite circle bar drinks; Battle of the busk; Our favorite swag; LDI Awards; and Our favorite Viva Las Vegas moments! Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

In this episode of LIGHT TALK with The Lumen Brothers and Sister present their LIVE AT LDI IN LAS VEGAS show presented on December 7, 2025. In this episode, Ellen, Zac, Steve, Dennis, Brackley, David, and Snoot answer live audience questions about: Why we hate and love Followspots, What are the next big advances in lighting fixtures; The most fun lighting jobs we have done; Why the A-Frame ladder is better than a Genie lift; How the relationship between the designer and programmer changes when the designer knows how to program; What do you do when you demo a fixture on the convention floor; and What new lighting technologies have been introduced into the industry over the last 20 years? Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

In this episode of LIGHT TALK with The Lumen Brothers and Sister, as part of our Young Designers Series, interviews lighting designer and Programmer, Rane Renshaw. In this episode, Rane, Ellen, Steve, Dennis, and David discuss: Brackley's Legendary X-Rated Pool Party; Light Talk at LDI Surprise SWAG; The Village People; Designing at the huge nightclubs in Vegas; Rane's beginning his career at the church; The bridge between houses of worship and nightclubs; School days at CMU; "Bob Marley Hope Road" project at The Vanetian; Rane's "The Art of Programming" panels at LDI; "Limelight Wired" education programs; The "Alexa Console"; AI and the future of programing; Are Designer/Programmers the future of lighting?;  and "Being Around". Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

McLAREN DISQUALIFIED FROM LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX! VERSTAPPEN NOW HAS A REAL SHOT AT THE CHAMPIONSHIP. DID LCH SIMPLY HAVE A SENIOR MOMENT? THE FIA DEFEND F1 MARSHALL INTERVENTION AND...FERNANDO DOES NOT LIKE THE VEGAS GRAND PRIX IN. NOVEMBER! THE NASIR HAMEED CORNER HAS MORE CLASSIC F1 HISTORY AND, OUR INTERVIEW...CARLOS BOBADA , ATLANTIC SERIES TEAM OWNER. MAX VERSTAPPEN: “Everything went really smooth today and we did well to keep the tyres alive. It was great to get the win here and we had a very good day. The last few laps were very strong, we made no mistakes and had good communication with the pit wall throughout. Our start was really good and Lando was a bit late on the brakes. It was important to get ahead as we were able to then do our own thing and stay really consistent. During the race, the Mediums felt better than expected and we did a decent stint first which made things easier when we got on to the Hard compound. It was a good race for us, we had good pace and everything worked really well. For the next few races we just need to do the best we can and keep trying to win as many races until the end of the year and maximise everything we can. I had fun out there today.” LAURENT MEKIES, CEO & Team Principal “Everyone in the Team and back in Milton Keynes can be proud. The car was fast at a track where we struggled a bit last year and this weekend no one had time to properly prepare because Thursday's practice was somewhat disturbed, as was FP3. The car was fast, our tyre management was up to the job and our execution was very strong. When Max needed to push, he did and was able to bring more to the table. This is a race like no other with the low temperatures and the track layout and tonight, Max and the Team mastered it. As for the start, Max is unbeatable when it comes to this sort of move, so we are no longer surprised! But there were a few critical moments in the race, when George pitted while we and Lando stayed out, but everyone managed it to perfection. As for Yuki, we paid the price for what happened yesterday. Today, we made it, a win is a win, so now we will reset and look ahead to Qatar with the same objective of extracting everything from our package.” George Kurtz becomes co-owner of Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team through minority acquisition in Toto Wolff ownership entity, appointed Technology Advisor. Business innovator and 24 Hours of Le Mans winner invests in the future of the Mercedes- Las Vegas, NV, and Brackley, UK – November 20, 2025 – The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team and George Kurtz, CEO and Founder of CrowdStrike, today announced that Kurtz has become a co-owner of the team and been appointed Technology Advisor. Through his personal acquisition of a 15% minority interest in the ownership entity controlled by Toto Wolff, which holds one-third of the team in partnership with Mercedes-Benz and INEOS, Kurtz joins Mercedes-Benz, INEOS, and Toto Wolff in the team's long-term ownership group. Kurtz also joins the team's strategic steering committee alongside Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG Ola Källenius, INEOS Group Founder and Chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe, and Toto Wolff. The governance of the team remains unchanged, and Wolff continues in all existing executive roles. Kurtz is an accomplished endurance racer and globally respected business leader who has built the most successful AI cybersecurity company of the modern era. As an entrepreneur, technologist, and S&P 500 CEO, he's established and scaled world-class innovation and teams. Kurtz's combination of experience uniquely spans cybersecurity, large-scale technology operations, and professional motorsport. In his advisory capacity, Kurtz will support the team's innovation and technology strategy, with a focus on the intersection of competitive motorsport, data analytics, and performance. He will also work to grow the team's ecosystem across the U.S. and global technology sectors, and to secure competitive advantage and investment from new tech partners. "Winning in racing and cybersecurity requires speed, precision, and innovation. Milliseconds matter. Execution counts. Data wins,” said George Kurtz, CrowdStrike Founder and CEO. “Technology is reshaping competitive advantage and human capability everywhere, including motorsport. I'm excited to help the team securely accelerate forward.” Kurtz's ownership builds on years of strategic partnership since CrowdStrike became a Global Partner with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in 2019. This strategic partnership continues, with CrowdStrike providing AI-powered cybersecurity solutions that protect the team's technology infrastructure. Welcoming George Kurtz to the team, Team Principal and CEO Toto Wolff commented: “George's background is unusual in its breadth: he's a racer, a loyal sporting ambassador for Mercedes-AMG, and an exceptional entrepreneur. He understands both the demands of racing and the realities of building and scaling technology businesses. That combination brings specific insight that is increasingly relevant to the future of Formula One.” ASTON MARTIN ARAMCO, ARTISTS EQUITY AND WHISPER TEAM UP WITH MARK STEWART PRODUCTIONS FOR ADRIAN NEWEY F1 DOCUMENTARY. Silverstone, UK, 20 November 2025: – Aston Martin Aramco, The Whisper Group and Mark Stewart Productions (MSP) today announced an exciting collaboration with Artists Equity to deliver Turbulence: The Greatest Mind in F1® (working title), a documentary telling the incredible story of Adrian Newey, the world's greatest ever race car designer, as he sets out on his ambitious journey of  advancing Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team to the front of the grid. The documentary will be produced in collaboration with Aston Martin Aramco and F1®. With an extraordinary 12 World Constructors' Championships and 14 World Drivers' Championships to his credit, F1 fans revere Adrian as an era-defining genius. Turbulence follows Newey into the next chapter of his career after he surprised the motorsports world at the beginning of 2025 by leaving Red Bull to join Aston Martin Aramco. Given his unprecedented run of success over the last three decades, the expectations and pressure as he joins Aston Martin Aramco are sky-high. With exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the team's Silverstone campus, the film will follow Adrian as he attempts to design a World Championship challenging car for the relentlessly ambitious British brand, led by owner Lawrence Stroll. This contemporary narrative will be intercut with scenes exploring the triumphs and heartbreaking tragedies of Adrian's truly astonishing career. Turbulence will transcend motorsport and explore universal human themes of ambition, sacrifice, tragedy, and redemption. Adrian Newey, Managing Technical Partner, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team: “When Mark Stewart approached me about making a docu film, whilst flattered I was initially not sure whether to accept. However, one of the touching things about my 2017 autobiography is the number of letters I have received, relaying how much the book had sparked their interest in and appreciation of the design and engineering that goes into racing cars, how interactive the car design is with the drivers, and how much success is about mindset. “Hopefully this film can portray the passion, the working practice, the strength of mind that is involved in bringing an F1 car to the grid. The film charts the challenges I have faced in joining a new team in early March to prepare for what is arguably the biggest regulation change in F1 history. It also delves into the story behind my career up to this point and how it has helped to prepare me for this enormous challenge. “It's been a wild ride so far, but F1 never stands still. I hope that the film will capture some of that  restless energy, and our constant drive towards improved performance.”  

Rob is joined by Dickie and Joe as they look at Rochdale going top, Christian James gives his thoughts on Boston's unlucky defeat as McAdam steps up and worrying times for Brackley? Plus a rare slip up for South Shields, Rees Lightening, Gulls peck Eastbourne and a much needed win for Chippenham. Produced by Leo Audio Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob Worrall is back with a packed podcast as he, Christian James, Dickie Worton and Joe Pope discuss the National League's 3 Up 3 Down Campaign as Phil Alexander discusses the campaign. Tom Jolley catches up Altrincham Interim manager, Neil Gibson, as they secure another win over Brackley. Plus all the the thrills and spills from the FA Trophy Second Round Like and subscribe and leave a review Produced by Leo Audio Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, From "The Best of Light Talk", we revisit last year's 7th Annual LIGHT TALK LIVE show from LDI!  The Lumen Family talks about everything from AI Madness to Our Favorite Sandwiches. Join Anne, Steve, Brackley, Zak, Stan, Snoot, and David as they pontificate about: The future of AI in our industry; What will be the relationshop of lighting and video sources in the future regarding output and control; Chapter 7 of "Bobby Danger... The Lighting Guy"; Our favorite lighting fixtures; Our favorite Vegas lighting displays; Zac's Casino heritage; The Neon Museum; Who thought that a Podcast was a good idea; and How do you tell an actor that they continually miss their spike mark? Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

Joe Pope and Dickie Worton are joined by FA Cup Factfile, Phil Annets, to review how the National League teams did in the FA Cup first round with Brackley and Gateshead the stand out results, plus the comfortable wins and near misses. Their is also a look at the action in the North and South divisions Like, subscribe and leave a review Produced by Leo Audio Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul and I chat, a LOT :) So to get something recorded and shared was great. We discuss Paul's new ventures, which are very exciting, and how they develop. Lots about building connection, trust and relationships in coaching. Finishing with the question of what is fueling your purpose???

Join Mike and Mark on this week's episode of Sutton United Talk Time on Podcast as they deliver an honest and engaging post-match analysis. The discussion kicks off with the big news of Steve's departure, with Mike giving his personal take on the manager's tenure and Mark explaining why the club board likely made the change sooner rather than later.The episode then dives into the recent loss against Brackley. Was it a dull game or a hard-fought loss? Mike and Mark share their different perspectives, breaking down the on-field action, from the team's formation to their struggles with confidence and defending. They also look ahead to the search for a new manager, with Mark sharing his thoughts on the type of person who should be appointed and his belief that the club may opt for a surprising choice.Tune in now to hear their full thoughts and join the conversation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mercedes fans are starting to sweat with no signatures for Russell and Antonelli in sight.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMercedes is past its usual August deadline...and yet George Russell and rookie Kimi Antonelli remain unsigned for 2026, sparking talk of friction inside Brackley. Team principal Toto Wolff insists on short 1-plus-1 deals but Russell surely wants better than that! With a major 2026 rules reset looming and lingering chatter about Max Verstappen, every delay fuels sponsor nerves and gives Aston Martin-Honda a chance to George Russell. What's going on here?#f1 #totowolff #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #georgerussell #kimiantonelli #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1drivers #f1drama #mercedes #mercedesf1team #mercedesamg #mercedesf1 The Mercedes Contract Mess Is Getting Embarrassinghttps://youtu.be/kwUMu6hsepQCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the disappointing and drab performance at Sutton, United got back to winning ways in midweek with a thoroughly professional performance at Brackley, picking up all three points thanks to a goal from the man of the moment, Regan Linney. That's three wins out of four on our travels so far this season, and all from long trips down south - not a bad start all-round!The lads look back on the 1-0 win in Northamptonshire before previewing our first ever game against Cornish opposition, as Truro City make the long journey up to Cumbria. Can the Blues make it two home wins in a row and keep up the good early momentum?.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

The unbeaten start to the season is over for United as an underwhelming performance at Sutton sees them drop all three points - but can they bounce back straight away with a midweek trip to Northamptonshire to face Brackley?The lads look back on the 2-1 loss in the capital, before previewing the trip to St James Park - as well as discuss the news of a new but familiar arrival at Brunton Park on-loan...Lots discussed in this epsiode, including:

In this short story, we meet Benny the golden retriever and Penny the tabby kitten who have always been inseparable. They chase butterflies, share snacks, and are often mistaken for each other by Mrs. MacKenzie. But when the Prince Edward Island Pet Show is announced, their friendship is tested by the old dog-versus-cat rivalry. As they try to prove who's better, they discover that being different doesn't mean they aren't still the best of friends. ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ ✔️ Themes: Friendship • Identity • Belonging • Conflict Resolution • Empathy • Emotional Growth • Teamwork • Inclusion • Respecting Differences Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Andy Craig returns to the Gloverscast to dissect the 2-0 defeat at Forest Green Rovers. |t's not pretty but there we are. Brackley on Wednesday to put it right...right?Huge thanks to Abby Carter, Dexter Tyson, Seb White, Don Gibson, Benji Williams and Jack Wall for their voice notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textColin and Russ recap the happenings in the trial of dentist James Craig, who is accused of fatally poisoning his wife, Angela Craig.  The lawyers have finished their closing arguments and the jury is deliberating.  What did the prosecution argue?  How did the defense respond?  What are our predictions?  Tune in to find out, and enjoy a new Is This Legal, and a hilarious Florida DCOTW!

Gran Premio de Gran Bretaña, circuito de Silverstone con una previa llena de información. ¿Está Verstappen con un pie en Brackley? Todo apunta a que sí, y Toto Wolff no descansa por llevar al tetra campeón a su equipo. Analizamos la decisión de George Russell de no renovar aún con Mercedes y lo que eso podría significar para el futuro de la escudería…También comentamos el aplazamiento de la suspensión de Ferrari, los nuevos documentales de F1 narrados por Damon Hill y Keanu Reeves, y los liveries especiales de Red Bull, McLaren ¡y hasta del Safety Car! Además, cerramos con todo lo que necesitas saber del 809 Mercado este fin de semana en el Jardín Botánico.

Mercedes has slammed the door shut on any hopes of Max Verstappen joining their F1 team; and Toto Wolff's latest comments make it clear why.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsIn this video, we break down everything you need to know about the shifting power dynamics at Mercedes, Toto Wolff's tough stance on team culture and why Max Verstappen is no longer a fit for the Silver Arrows and may never will be. With Lewis Hamilton's legacy shaping the future, Mercedes is all in on George Russell and Kimi Antonelli as their next chapter begins despite their lack of contracts for 2026 and beyond. We unpack Toto's blunt comments on leadership and how star power is no longer enough to secure a seat with the Brackley team if it simply doesn't sit with the team's image. As big teams across Formula 1 focus on a “team-first” culture, Verstappen's reputation and high-profile contract demands have left him on the outside looking in - potentially with only Aston Martin as an escape route away from Red Bull.#f1 #maxverstappen #georgerussell #totowolff #kimiantonelli #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #redbullracing #mercedesamg #mercedesf1 #canadagp #canadiangp #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1rumors #f1drama Mercedes Slams the Door Shut on Max Verstappenhttps://youtu.be/KQ5wTyvV1aI

Rob is joined by Dickie and Christian on the day the title was decided across all three National League divisions. Rob was down at The Hive to relieve Barnet's special day. Christian revels in Boston's survival and is joined by their very own Mystic Meg in Keaton Ward Truro put Cornwall on the map as they triumph in the South and Brackley finally become the bride. Plus a look at the final day results in the North and South, who is dropping down from the EFL and who might be coming into Step 2 Subscribe via all good podcasting platforms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister celebrate their 8th Year of presenting their "Casserole of Nonsense" to their listeners.  Join Ellen, Brackley, Zak, Steve, David, and Stan as they pontificate about: News from Texas; Nosferatu; "Magic Magenta"; Non-Spectral colors; Inexpensive drafting programs; Going "Old-School"; Using LED fixtures for front light; Gobos or Nobos?; "The Steam Leko 2025 Edition"; The genius of "Adolescence"; New state-of-the art projection surfaces; MuxWave; and Transparent LED screens.  Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

Send us a textThis conversation delves into the critical topic of mental health in the workplace, featuring insights from Charlie Brackley and Steve Phillip. They share their personal experiences and professional backgrounds, emphasizing the importance of open discussions about mental health, the impact of corporate responsibility, and the need for supportive environments. The dialogue highlights the alarming statistics surrounding suicide and mental health issues, urging companies to take meaningful action rather than merely ticking boxes. The speakers advocate for genuine engagement and training to foster a culture of care and understanding within organizations. This conversation delves into the significance of vulnerability in leadership, the duty of care that managers have towards their employees, and the importance of creating a supportive workplace culture. The speakers discuss the need for frameworks to enhance employee wellbeing, the challenges of measuring engagement, and the universality of mental health issues. They emphasize the necessity of having difficult conversations and applying training beyond the workplace to foster genuine connections.TakeawaysMental health conversations are vital in the workplace.Personal experiences shape our understanding of mental health.Suicide rates are disproportionately higher among men.Companies often fail to grasp the connection between mental health and productivity.Creating a supportive work environment is essential for employee wellbeing.Isolation in certain roles can exacerbate mental health issues.Intent and tone matter in conversations about mental health.Training is necessary for effective communication about mental health.Corporate responsibility should go beyond superficial measures.Leadership plays a crucial role in setting the tone for mental health discussions. Vulnerability is a strength in leadership.A duty of care is essential for managers.Investing in employee wellbeing yields significant returns.Caring for employees should be simple and genuine.The workplace culture impacts employee engagement.Mental health issues affect everyone, regardless of rank.Difficult conversations are necessary for growth.Training should be applicable in all areas of life.Creating a safe space for conversations is crucial.Cultural integration of mental health discussions is vital.Sound Bites"We try and make it far simpler than it is.""Be strong enough to be vulnerable""Caring about our people is simple""We have a duty of care""For every one pound invested, four pound return""It's about the culture and the environment""We need to talk about things that are real""Navigating difficult conversations is essential""If it's true, it's probably true everywhere"To find out more about Guy Bloom and his award winning work in Team Coaching, Leadership Development and Executive Coaching click below.The link to everything CLICK HEREUK: 07827 953814Email: guybloom@livingbrave.com Web: www.livingbrave.com

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers discuss everything from The Hidden Benefits of a Performing Arts Degree, to DOPE-Bros. Join Stan, Brackley, and David as they pontificate about: Why some fixtures come in more than one varient; The worst college degrees for career advancement; Making the decision to commit to the arts; The Department of Podcast Excellence; Great presents for graduating lighting students, Leasing out your lighting consoles; and Marrying-Up! Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

Rob and Dickie look at the latest goings on in the National League as a Telford gets on the scoresheet for Barnet, Forest Green chopped down at Braintree and Wealdstone win to make it tighter at the bottom. Slough's Player/Manager Scott Davies tells us how he's juggling, playing, managing and a new arrival. In the North, Radcliffe call for the Sargeant for a major three points, Brackley grind out another +3 and the ever green Mark Ellis makes his mark at Chorley Subscribe, listen and review Produced by Leo Audio Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this BEST OF LIGHT TALK episode from 2020, The Lumen Brothers and Sister celebrate the holidays with this year's Lumen Holiday Extravaganza! Join Ellen, Steve, Brackley, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: URTA audition deadline; Favorite Holiday Songs; Lighting devices for our stockings; Stan's new eyeballs; Brackley's drug store glasses; Rudolph's gender identity; What do Jews do for Christmas?; Yiddish Fiddler; The Perfect Storm of guilt; How many Xmas lights can you plug into one wall outlet?; Red and Green cookies; Electric menorahs; Techniques for exterior landscape holiday lighting; Theatrical Epicurean Delights' 2020 Stagehand Friendly Fruitcakes; "It's a Wonderful Life" or "A Christmas Story"?; Are drones a good Christmas gift?; Our favorite holiday drinks; "Why are there two fuses in Xmas lights?"; the Barreca Family German Christmas Party; How to make fake snow; The deadly combination of eggnog and fruitcake; Our Christmas wishes; and Santa Stan's true meaning of the spirit of Christmas. Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sisters) present their 7th Annual LIGHT TALK LIVE show from LDI!  The Lumen Family talks about everything from AI Madness to Our Favorite Sandwiches. Join Anne, Steve, Brackley, Zak, Stan, Snoot, and David as they pontificate about: The future of AI in our industry; What will be the relationshop of lighting and video sources in the future regarding output and control; Chapter 7 of "Bobby Danger... The Lighting Guy"; Our favorite lighting fixtures; Our favorite Vegas lighting displays; Zac's Casino heritage; The Neon Museum; Who thought that a Podcast was a good idea; and How do you tell an actor that they continually miss their spike mark? Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.  

Waggie is at the helm joined by Andy and debutant fan guest Dan Driver to talk Brackley, Brum, Barry and Exeter. Subscribe to our Patreon to get exclusive episodes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister welcome lighting designer Christina Watanabe to the show. Join Christina, Ellen, Stan, and Brackley as they pontificate about: Early days of discovering lighting design; Hitting the pavement in NYC; The "Christina Questions"; Christina's Knights of Illumination Award project; Most challenging productions; The issues with Zactrack; Losing the human element; Taking over from Brackley at UNLV; Teaching Graduate and Undergraduate lighting designers; Hard lessons to learn; Balancing an academic career with a professional career; Taking students with you on professional gigs; Advice for the LDI Portfolio Review; and words of advice to young designers.  Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

Have we witnessed a turning point for Southampton and Aaron Ramsdale? Two big saves in the victory over Everton gave the Saints and Ramsdale a first win and clean sheet of the campaign at the weekend. With a likely call-up to the England squad beckoning, the tide could just about be turning down on the south coast. Along the way is Mark Travers who, after stepping in for the injured Kepa Arrizabalaga, is very much staking his claim to be Bournemouth's ongoing No1. Defeat of Man City - their first in 32 games - gives Cherries boss Andonia Iraola something to think about once Kepa returns to fitness. Plenty of action to cover in the FA Cup First Round. Onto the next next phase go Jas Singh, Den Jeseph, Mathew Hudson and Laurie Walker of Tamworth, Kettering, Oldham and Solihull respectively, while Harborough's Elliot Taylor and Jonny Maxted of Brackley stepped up to nab a scalp over their more advanced non-league counterparts. Gainsborough Trinity's Dylan Wharton arguably bags Goalkeeper of the Round following his three successive stops in a shootout triumph over Hednesford, and Text Talk returns courtesy of Frankie Leonard. The SCEFL stopper went viral for a quite remarkable stop for Bearstead against Fisher, managing to make a save despite being entangled in the net at the same time.

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister welcome lighting designer Manny Treeson to the show. Join Manny, Ellen, Stan, Brackley, and David as they pontificate about: The ongoing search for LDI Swag;  Episode 1 of "Great Failures of Artificial Intelligence"; Manny's journey as a lighting designer; Grad school at Carnegie Mellon; NYX Design; Disney Days; Designing with Generative Content; Working with Notch; More thoughts on The Sphere; The challenges of designing large-scale corporate shows; Designing Movie Premiers; Sequeing into architectural lighting; Most challenging projects; Manny's LDI panel; and Wise advice for young lighting designers. Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) discuss everything from Conflict Resolution to Creative Chain Saw Techiques. Join Ellen, Brackley, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: LDI News; "Stage Managers Academy"; Time boundaries when off work; Is it wise to buy used automated lighting fixtures?; Manufacturers honoring warranties; Buying "The Latest and Greatest"; Getting a good deal; Where to find parts for old equipment; Road-Kill Laboratories' "Creative Light Worm"; Trying not to get fired when the Director is not happy with your work; Finding the right chemestry; and Upgrading your lighting fixtures: Incandescent or LED?  Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

This month on Shirley Robertson's Sailing Podcast Shirley previews the 37th America's Cup, as the city of Barcelona readies for what promises to be one of the most exciting editions of the famous trophy.Five Challengers are set to battle it out on the fastest foiling monohulls ever built, as they go head to head in the Louis Vuitton Cup, in a fight to take on the Defender, the current holder of the trophy, Emirates Team New Zealand.Robertson talks to representatives from all six of the Cup teams, chatting to team members with a wide range of roles, to get a real insight from across the fleet into what to expect come race day.In this the second episode of this two part edition Robertson kicks things off talking to INEOS Britannia's Design Lead, Martin Fischer.  Based at Brackley in the UK, Fischer and his Cup design team share an office with the might of the designers behind Lewis Hamilton and George Russell's Mercedes AMG Formula 1 team, so an obvious discussion point is the influence on F1 design on the increasingly imnportant area of aerodynamics.  Fischer was lead design at Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli for the last edition of the Cup, and is an expert voice on the evolution of the AC75 design rule, as well as some ideas on how the other teams' boats are shaping up.Robertson then heads to Orient Express Racing Team, to talk to team CEO Bruno Dubois.  Leading a French team that's based heavily on the talented French Sail GP team, Dubois discusses the talented line up in his team of Quentin Delapierre and Kevin Peponnet, he talks about the design package deal between the team and the Defender, and discusses the fact the team were the last to launch their AC75 in Barcelona.From France, Robertson heads across the Barcelona yacht basin, to the home of American Magic, to site down with podcast regular and all around sailing super-helm, Tom Slingsby.  Part of the American dual-helm seup with Paul Goodison, Slingsby is a previous Cup winner, but missed the previous Cup in Auckland,  The pair discuss much about sailing the AC75, compare it to the F50 of Sail GP, but also discuss the adoption of recumbent cyclors by the American Team, the only team in the Cup to do so.Robertson's final chat is with Swiss Olympic rowing star Barnabe Delarze, one of several rowers in the cyclor team at Alinghi Red Bull Racing.  A two time Olympian with a win in the famous University Boat Race on his CV, Delarze discusses life as an AC37 cyclor, how pivotal the role is, why so many of the teams are packed with Olympic rowers, and what winning the Cup for two time winners Alinghi would mean to the team.This edition of the podcast is in two parts.Support the Show.

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!), along with designers John Gresch, Jeff Ravitz, and Dennis Size, pay tribute to Broadcast Lighting Legend Bill Klages. Join Ellen, John, Jeff, Dennis, Brackley, and Steve as they discuss the amazing career of Bill Klages. From his early career as a lighting technician to his many television designs that earned him industry acclaim, Bill created some of the most inspirational designs in the history of broadcast television.  John Gresch, Jeff Ravitz, and Dennis Size recount their many years of being some of Bill's closest colleagues and friends. Join the Lumen family in celebrating Bill's life and career.  He will be missed.  Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and SISTER!) talk about everything from How to Become Famous to Baby Reindeer.  Join Ellen, Brackley, Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Is it possible to get an even distribution of haze?; "There is a fine line between stupid and genius"; Advantages of using a performer tracking system; Our dream architectural lighting jobs; "The Pet Sweat Roadie Yum Yum Box"; Why we allow ourselves to be used; 36 or 50 Degrees; and How to become a famous lighting designer. Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

For the last three months, we have followed the Williams and Mercedes teams as they prepared and built their cars for the 2024 season. Holly Samos and Sarah Holt have been our guides as we've gone with them inside the factories - but now it's almost time to return to the track. First, the teams have to launch their race cars and reveal them to the rest of the world. Williams have travelled to New York to present their car in front of their American fans and partners. For homegrown driver Logan Sargeant this is a chance to mix business and pleasure. Even on the brink of a new season, Formula 1 is already looking ahead. On the horizon in 2026 is a major new set of technical regulations. The next generation of F1 cars will use less energy - and run on sustainable fuels with net zero CO2 exhaust emissions, as the sport's CEO Stefano Domenicali explains. The teams are also looking to the future. Mercedes are introducing sustainability initiatives close to home and Williams are on the path to transforming their organisation. It's the 14th of February, 2024. Valentine's Day - and Mercedes are hoping it will be love at first sight, as their new race car makes its bow. The team have travelled just eight miles from Brackley for their pre-season launch at Silverstone, home of the British Grand Prix. It's time for the wraps to come off the 2024 car. George Russell and Lewis Hamilton get their first drive in the car the team has lovingly built just for them. Now, as our series comes to a close, just one question remains. How will the Williams and Mercedes cars fair in the season to come?F1: Back at Base is an IMG Production for the BBC Hosted by me, Joseph Fiennes Co-hosts & Executive Producers are Holly Samos and Sarah Holt The Producers are Alasdair Cresswell, Joe Aldridge and Jack Winstanley. The Senior Producer is Ollie Kneen The Executive Producer for IMG is Steve Tebb The Showrunner is Holly Samos The Story Editor and Scriptwriter is Sarah Holt The Commissioning Editor at the BBC is Stevie Middleton

Lewis Hamilton has returned from the Christmas break with some shocking news for his Mercedes team. His bombshell makes headlines around the world - with some calling it the biggest story in Formula 1 this century. Even if that's a little far-fetched, there is no doubt that his decision has sent shockwaves through the F1 community. At Mercedes, team principal Toto Wolff is used to having to react quickly - almost as quickly as his drivers on track. The Austrian has to face a barrage of media questions about the driver who has won six World titles with his team - and who has also become a friend. Holly Samos has exclusive interviews with the key protagonists.While Mercedes take just a moment to reflect on Hamilton's news, Williams are making their final preparations for the 2024 season. Logan Sargeant is back at Grove for his seat fitting along with his race engineer Gaetan Jego. Making sure the driver is comfortable in the cockpit is crucial, especially when racing on bumpy tracks at high speed. The Mercedes factory at Brackley is also now getting back to the tick-list of preparations. The car needs a new paint job and the team has to be kitted out. With the 2024 season coming ever closer, the anticipation is building. And none more so than for the drivers, who get to drive these magnificent machines in the heat of competition.F1:Back at Base was created and produced by Holly Samos and Sarah Holt and is an IMG Production for the BBC.

Inside their high-tech Formula 1 factories, Mercedes and Williams are in a constant cycle of pushing the boundaries in the car build. And the clock is ticking. With just a few weeks to go until the start of the 2024 season, Williams are working overtime as the final components of the car go into manufacture. Team principal James Vowles says these crucial weeks towards the end of January are the busiest time for the workforce at his Oxfordshire facility, bar none. But what will be the very last piece of the car to be made? Sarah Holt and Holly Samos are going inside the factories to find out. At the Mercedes factory in Brackley, COO Rob Thomas is aware time is now at a premium. The wind tunnel is still hard at work trialling aerodynamic upgrades that hold the promise of more performance on track. They then need to be put into production - but can the factory afford to leave it as late as possible to give the wind tunnel team more time? There are still some important milestones to go in the car build and for Mercedes' technical director James Allison, that's a cause for sleepless nights. Both factories are working as one to deliver the 2024 race cars for their star drivers in time to go racing at the opening Bahrain Grand Prix on 2nd March. The race team, who travel to the races around the world, are also honing in on their preparations. For the pit crews at Williams and Mercedes, it's time to rehearse the quicksilver pit-stops that can make - or break - a race weekend.F1:Back at Base was created and produced by Holly Samos and Sarah Holt and is an IMG Production for the BBC.

Back at base, Williams and Mercedes are returning to work after the winter shutdown. Now is the time for new beginnings – and whatever lies ahead for our two teams and the cars they are busy bringing to life inside their high-tech facilities. F1 experts Holly Samos and Sarah Holt are our guides as we catch up with the teams.At Mercedes, there is one very familiar face that everyone is pleased to see - the team's popular star George Russell. The British racer fell ill at the penultimate race of the 2023 season in Las Vegas and has been recovering ever since. George and his performance coach Aleix Casanovas have had to adapt their plans over the winter to get ready to go racing again.Williams driver Alex Albon - who reveals he competes against his old friend Russell in other sporting contests - is also building up the strength and conditioning he needs to go racing. January is the most crucial time of the year for the drivers to get race fit. This winter it feels more important than ever, as the 2024 Formula 1 season will place even bigger demands on the drivers with a record 24 races on the calendar. Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali joins the podcast conversation as the sport continues to grow. Lewis Hamilton has been preparing for the new season in America, away from his Mercedes team. But on his last day at Brackley, the seven-time world champion spoke to this podcast about the crucial weeks ahead.It's not only the drivers who are operating at 100 percent. Williams team principal James Vowles and his Mercedes counterpart Toto Wolff have come back from their holidays with tales of how they spend their time outside of their demanding day jobs. As our four star drivers do the hard yards to get race fit, it's important to remember that they rarely drive an F1 car outside of the race season. BUT there is another tool at their disposal - the simulator. This is another top-secret facility closely guarded by the teams but for our podcast Williams driver Logan Sargeant is showing Holly Samos and Sarah Holt around. The drivers are doing all they can to prepare for the new season - but have the cars that they're getting ready to race been built yet?F1:Back at Base was created and produced by Holly Samos and Sarah Holt and is an IMG Production for the BBC.

When it comes to designing and building the new Williams and Mercedes Formula 1 cars for the looming 2024 season, there is precision and, most importantly, there is a plan. There has to be because all 10 teams are facing their first winter shutdown - a new ruling by the sport's governing body, the FIA. But things don't always go to plan - and the teams face a race against the clock to finish key bits of the car build before the Christmas holidays. Holly Samos and journalist Sarah Holt are going behind the scenes at two of the biggest names in F1, to the heart of their mammoth operationsOne of the first hurdles for the teams to clear are the FIA crash tests. This series of tests is designed to ensure the safety of the sport, and crucially the drivers. However, for the teams they present one of their biggest challenges in the car build. At the Mercedes factory in Brackley they are waiting anxiously for news from the sport's crash-testing facility at Cranfield University. For the all-important drivers and team principals - the faces of Formula 1 - the winter is a chance to step back from the spotlight. For Williams star Alex Albon this is a time to reconnect with family while Lewis Hamilton has some thinking to do on his Christmas break in the U.S.There are also holiday plans on the horizon for team principals Toto Wolff and James Vowles but the responsibility for the workforce back at base is never far from their minds. At Williams, Vowles knows his factory at Grove is preparing to dig deep - but what will he find when his workforce gets back to work in the new year?F1: Back at Base is an IMG Production for the BBC Narrated by Joseph Fiennes Co-hosts & Executive Producers are Holly Samos and Sarah Holt The Producers are Alasdair Cresswell, Joe Aldridge and Jack Winstanley. The Senior Producer is Ollie Kneen The Executive Producer for IMG is Steve Tebb The Showrunner is Holly Samos The Story Editor and Scriptwriter is Sarah Holt The Commissioning Editor at the BBC is Stevie Middleton

In this series, we have been given unprecedented access to two of the biggest teams in Formula 1 - Mercedes and Williams. It's a few days after the final race of the 2023 season, and the teams are returning home to their UK factories after an epic year. It's time to enjoy the year's hard-fought success with the workforce of hundreds back at base. And we are there with them - our F1 experts Holly Samos and Sarah Holt added to the guest list. After a dramatic season finale in Abu Dhabi, the sport's seven-time World Champion, Lewis Hamilton, and team principal, Toto Wolff, are leading the celebrations at the Mercedes team's twin facilities at Brackley and Brixworth. But there is a familiar face missing. At Williams' home in Oxfordshire, the historic team's star drivers, Alex Albon and Logan Sargeant, have also come home. But for Sargeant, who made his F1 debut for Williams in 2023, the American's future remains uncertain. Will he keep his place as one of just 20 drivers on the F1 grid? That's a decision for James Vowles, who has had to make a few big calls in his first season as team principal - and his first since leaving Mercedes.The homecoming - as happy as it is - is only a brief pause. Formula 1 is a shark. It's always moving forward. Mercedes and Williams are not standing still. Because the winter is when the real work begins. For the teams. For the drivers. For the men and women designing, manufacturing and building the cars that will race in the 2024 season. It's impossible to know what lies ahead but before he leaves to spend the holiday season in America, Lewis Hamilton has one more visit to make. He's going to a top-secret part of the Mercedes' factory.F1: Back at Base is an IMG Production for the BBC Narrated by Joseph Fiennes Co-hosts & Executive Producers are Holly Samos and Sarah Holt The Producers are Alasdair Cresswell, Joe Aldridge and Jack Winstanley. The Senior Producer is Ollie Kneen The Executive Producer for IMG is Steve Tebb The Showrunner is Holly Samos The Story Editor and Scriptwriter is Sarah Holt The Commissioning Editor at the BBC is Stevie Middleton