Podcasts about Force India

In this exclusive interview, Otmar Szafnauer — former Team Principal of Force India, Racing Point, Aston Martin, and Alpine — opens up about his journey from communist Romania to the pinnacle of Formula 1. He talks about racing culture, leadership, freedom, entrepreneurship, and what it truly takes to build winning teams.Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more exciting content about your favourite shows and celebrities. Hit the bell icon to stay updated on all our latest episodes

¡Amigos de Desde El Paddock! Bienvenidos a nuestro primer capítulo de la temporada con un invitado de lujo. Arturo Elías Ayub nos acompañó para hablar de todo lo que conllevan los negocios detrás de la Formula 1, los diferentes tratos en los que ha participado y sus experiencias siendo uno de los mejores negociadores del país. En el mundo de la F1, Escudería Telmex se convirtió desde 2002 en el semillero número uno de pilotos mexicanos, llevando a Checo Pérez y Esteban Gutiérrez a la máxima categoría.Platicamos de su rol en negociaciones con Sauber, McLaren, Force India, HAAS, Ferrari y Red Bull Racing, especialmente sobre el fichaje de Checo en Red Bull cuando se quedó sin asiento en 2020. También nos contó las diferencias a nivel empresarial y contractual entre la F1 y el fútbol. Además, nos dió su opinión sobre la salida de Checo Pérez de Red Bull Racing y sus opciones a futuro.¡Recuerden que el Fantasy de F1 sigue en pie! Así que cuéntenos cómo van en sus puntuaciones y no olviden estar inscritos a Aeroméxico Rewards para que sus premios sean válidos. Link Fantasy: https://fantasy.formula1.com/en/leagues/join/C8EUUHMNM07Link Aeroméxico: https://aeromexico.com/es-mx/registrate?referred_adn=PDADQSe confirma que Liam Lawson está fuera de Red Bull Racing y será reemplazado por Yuki Tsunoda en el GP de Japón. ¿Creen que fue justo quitar a Lawson tan pronto? ¿Podrá Yuki con la presión del RB21?Si Yuki no rinde, Helmut Marko dice que de todas formas se mantendría toda la temporada. ¿Qué futuro le espera a Lawson? ¿Se está desmoronando el Red Bull Junior Team? Recordamos otros casos como Albon, Gasly y el propio Lawson.

Henning Isdal, Atle Gulbrandsen og Stein Pettersen fylte Carls i Oslo til randen med F1-fans for å gi dem sin rangering av teamene før sesongstart. I tillegg handler podcasten om Dennis Haugers debut i Indy NXT, mulighetene til Martinius Stenshorne i Formel 3, og vi får høre vår egen Kunal Shah fortelle historier om Vijay Mallya fra sin tid hos Force India. Episoden kan inneholde målrettet reklame, basert på din IP-adresse, enhet og posisjon. Se smartpod.no/personvern for informasjon og dine valg om deling av data.

En este Expediente F1 te contamos la historia de Otmar Szafnauer y su paso por la Fórmula 1. Inició en BAR, pero pasó por Jaguar, Honda, Force India, Racing Point, Aston Martin y finalmente concluyó su paso en la Fórmula 1 en Alpine. Hasta ahora, ya que el rumano no descarta regresar eventualmente, pero desgraciadamente su carrera se vio manchada por una escandalosa gestión en Alpine. No olvides suscribirte, dejar tu like y tus comentarios. Te leemos.

Vitantonio Liuzzi's love for Formula 1 is unmatched and infectious; his love story with Formula 1 is next to none. Tonio went from being World Karting Champ one year to making his Formula 1 debut in the next; and beating the then 4-times Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher in go-karts. Tonio proudly calls himself the "start up" driver for Formula 1 teams after racing with "start ups" Red Bull Racing, Force India and HRT. In this episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Tonio shares his journey through Formula 1, the highs-lows and why he is so proud of his appointment as FIA's Driver Steward. For the geeks, Tonio's story on how the f-duct ruined his career in the sport is one definitely worth listening to!

Facu llegó a Force India y peleó por un asiento como piloto titular. Analizamos el GP de Las Vegas y lo difícil que es llegar a ser piloto de F1. Ahora dirige Road to Success y ayuda a los pilotos a llegar a lo más alto sea F1, GT, Indy... escúchale porque es oro para la competición y la vida.

We preview the upcoming three Test series between India and New Zealand - and also discuss England's win over Pakistan in the Test in Multan.  Talking Points: The India-New Zealand rivalry down the years New Zealand in transition - after the retirements of Boult and Wagner Rachin Ravindra's terrific 92 at Galle in the recent series v Sri Lanka New Zealand's reliance on part-timers to fill in some spin overs Should New Zealand play to their pace strength in Bangalore and Mumbai? The Pakistan-England Test and what it taught us about bowling in Test cricket The batting-centric nature of cricketing discourse and why that is problematic Would a team with a world-class bowling attack and 6 'average' batters win as much as a team with the same bowling attack and 6 great batters?  Participants: Siddhartha Vaidyanathan (@sidvee) Ashoka Kartikeya Date (@cricketingview) | Substack| ESPNcricinfo Mahesh Sethuraman (@cornerd) * --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Buy books republished by 81allout: War Minus the Shooting by Mike Marqusee Cricket Beyond the Bazaar by Mike Coward The Summer Game by Gideon Haigh  --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Related: Will O'Rourke's Canterbury Tales - Deivarayan Muthu - ESPNcricinfo A freakish ten-for and good old Indian dominance - 81allout review of the India v New Zealand series in 2021 Two seamers or three? The big Black Caps question ahead of India tests -Andrew Voerman - Stuff.co.nz Why Pakistan Aren't Winning, And Why Batting Is Irrelevant In Test Cricket - Kartikeya Date - Cricketingview Substack

Otmar Szafnauer is a seasoned figure in the world of Formula 1, known for his leadership roles with teams like Force India, Aston Martin, and Alpine. Born in Romania and immigrating to the U.S. as a child, Otmar's unique journey shaped his approach to success in one of the most high-stakes sports in the world. His ability to navigate challenges both on and off the track has earned him a respected reputation within the motorsport community. In this episode, Jake and Damian sit down with Otmar to explore his career highlights and personal philosophies. He shares insights on the importance of psychological safety in Formula 1, explaining how learning from mistakes is crucial, yet minimising them is key to sustained success. He reflects on his time at Force India, where he made a significant impact and established a reputation that emphasised trust and risk-taking.Otmar also opens up about his experiences as an immigrant and how that mindset has influenced his approach to decision-making. He talks candidly about his tenure at Aston Martin, where expectations didn't quite align with reality, and delves into the controversial Oscar Piastri situation, providing behind-the-scenes details.This episode offers a fascinating look at leadership, decision-making, and the personal stories that shape a successful career in one of the most demanding sports in the world.

**EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNING** In this fiery episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill is joined by Dr. Adam Prime, a historian and trustee of the Western Front Association, who is here to dismantle the myth that the Indian Army's role in World War I is forgotten or was limited to the Western Front. Prime brings a passionate and informed perspective to the table, revealing the extensive and crucial contributions of Indian soldiers across all major theaters of the war. Introduction to Dr. Adam Prime:Background in military history and the Indian Army.Work with the University of Leicester and the Western Front Association.Indian Army's Overlooked Contributions:Dispelling the myth of the Indian Army's "forgotten" role.Significant presence in multiple theaters beyond the Western Front.Recruitment and Motivation:Volunteer-driven force and motivations for joining the war effort.The impact of martial race theory on recruitment practices.Gallantry and Recognition:Over 9,200 awards for bravery, including 18 Victoria Crosses.Recognition of individual acts of heroism by Indian soldiers.WWI vs. WWII Indian Army:Comparing the roles and contributions in both world wars.Increased numbers, awards, and the evolution of the nationalist movement.Final Plea:Dr. Prime urges recognition of the Indian Army's extensive contributions without diminishing them as "forgotten."Encourages further exploration of the subject with a wealth of reading recommendations.Guest Information:Follow Dr. Adam Prime on Twitter: @PrimeAdamLearn more about the Western Front Association and their support for students at www.westernfrontassociation.com.You can follow History Rage on Twitter @HistoryRage or Paul individually @PaulBavill and let us know what you wish people would just stop believing using the Hashtag #HistoryRage.You can join our 'Angry Mob' on Patreon as well. £5 per month gets you episodes 3 months early, the invite to choose questions, entry into our prize draws and the coveted History Rage mug. Subscribe at www.patreon.com/historyrage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we meet top F1 race strategist Bernie Collins, who has made a successful switch to TV, becoming a hugely popular presenter on Sky Sports coverage of F1. Bernie gives viewers the inside track on crucial decisions on the pitwall, bringing a new level of enjoyment to the fan experience. Bernie grew up in Northern Ireland and started as an F1 performance engineer with McLaren, before switching to Force India and latterly Aston Martin as chief race strategist. Bernie explains how she could make split second decisions under intense pressure during races and why we see teams like McLaren and Ferrari sometimes get key decisions wrong. We also explore why many women can reach the top ranks as strategists, but not yet in race engineering and other senior team roles. She also reveals which driver has the best understanding of race strategy and who is the hardest working. James is joined in the studio for chat and analysis of this fascinating topic by Autosport Editor-in-Chief Rebecca Clancy and F1 Writer Jake Boxall-Legge. Bernie Collins' book, How to win a Grand Prix is published by Quercus. Email your comments or questions to: jamesallenonf1@autosport.com

This week we take the audience into the heart of an F1 team and look at how crucial decisions get made that can push the team up, or down, the grid; from where to spend the budget to get the best results, to hiring and firing drivers.  Otmar Szafnauer is a very experienced F1 team principal of Force India, Racing Point, Aston Martin and Alpine, with strong track record of getting bang for buck. He was fired by Alpine year ago, over a disagreement with Alpine management on what was the right pathway to success.  We discuss what data teams use to choose their drivers, whether hiring a rookie for 2025 is a smart idea and what has made McLaren competitive this year. Plus Otmar gives us a teasing view on new teams coming into the sport.  To break this all down James is joined in the studio by Autosport F1 Editor Jon Noble and Chief Motorsport Writer Ben Hunt.  Email your comments or questions to: jamesallenonf1@autosport.com 

In this special episode of the RacingNews365.com podcast, Ian Parkes and Nick Golding are joined by former Force India, Racing Point, Aston Martin and Alpine Team Principal Otmar Szafnauer, to discuss all things Miami Grand Prix and much, much more!The trio discuss Lando Norris' maiden F1 victory and what his win means for McLaren's upwards trajectory. Szafnauer also shares his view on Sergio Perez's and Max Verstappen's future, and what the departure of Adrian Newey means for Red Bull. Esteban Ocon, Kevin Magnussen, silly season and the proposed new points system are also talked about.

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How does one get hired as a Team Principal? Is Otmar Szafnauer in touch with Andretti to lead their Formula 1 team? What was the Pink Mercedes saga all about and how painful was it to lose 3rd place in the World Constructors' Championship in 2020?  In our part 2 of the Otmar Szafnauer interview episode, the former Alpine, Aston Martin and Force India / Racing Point chief talks to Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah about several interesting topics on the Inside Line F1 Podcast.  How many teams are sufficient for Formula 1? Sergio Perez and Esteban Ocon - two solid midfield drivers that Otmar worked with, how was it with those two? Alpine's lack of a customer team, is that a competitive limitation in Formula 1? And of course, the many heads to Alpine - did that complicate decision making? After a blockbuster Part 1, we're back with Part 2 of the Otmar Szafnauer interview. For those who missed Part 1, hear the episode "Otmar Szafnauer on Lawrence Stroll, Vijay Mallya, Force India, Alpine and more". (Season 2024, Episode 06) Follow our hosts: Soumil Arora, Kunal Shah and Otmar Szafnauer Image courtesy: Formula 1

1991 kam aus dem beschaulichen Silverstone ein Team in die Formel 1, das mit seinem schrillen gelben Auto, dem bunten Vogel als Chef und viel Energie die Königsklasse ordentlich aufmischen sollte: Jordan! Noch heute sind die Überreste des Teams in der Formel 1, obwohl man sich mittlerweile aus den alten Teamgebäuden verabschiedet hat: Aston Martin! Kevin Scheuren und Stefan Ehlen, stellvertretender Chefredakteur bei Motorsport-Total.com, Formel1.de und de.motorsport.com, aber auch Buchautor der beiden Bände von "Grand-Prix-Geschichten", werfen den gemeinsamen Blick in den Rückspiegel und widmen sich heute dem Team, das wir als Aston Martin kennen, vorher aber als Jordan, Midland, Spyker, Force India ... *** Diese Folge enthält Werbung *** AG1 von Athletic Greens Informiere dich jetzt auf drinkag1.com/startinggrid zu gesundheitsbezogenen Angaben und hole dir AG1 im Abo nach Hause, ganz ohne Vertragslaufzeit. Sichere dir bei deiner AG1 Erstbestellung einen gratis Jahresvorrat an Vitamin D3+K2 & 5 Travel Packs!Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.Gern unterstützen wir dich bei deiner Podcast-Produktion.+++Werbung+++ Jetzt im neuen Jahr besser füttern mit biologisch artgerechtem Rohfutter von BARFER'S. Für Deinen Hund oder Deine Katze mit 10 % Rabatt mit dem Gutscheincode „PODCAST10“. https://www.barfers-wellfood.de/

In this episode of the Exhaust Notes F1 Podcast, we discuss recent events related to Formula One, including Charles Leclerc's contract extension with Ferrari, the potential for Audi's entry into the sport, and the name change of the AlphaTauri team to Visa Cash App RB. The conversation covers various topics, including the terrible naming of the Red Bull F1 team, college radio show names, stuck-in-their-ways college professors, the lack of long-term branding, the identity of Force India, creating new acronyms for RB, Nike's potential entry into F1, Alonso's unique relationship with Stroll, and the move of the Spanish Grand Prix to Madrid.TakeawaysCharles Leclerc's contract extension with Ferrari raises questions about his future and potential moves to other teams.Audi's rumored entry into Formula One could bring significant changes to the grid and create new opportunities for drivers.The name change of the AlphaTauri team to Visa Cash App RB has generated mixed reactions and confusion among fans and commentators.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Formula One Contracts11:00 Charles Leclerc's Future and Influence on Ferrari18:37 Speculations on Audi's Entry into Formula One28:15 AlphaTauri's Name Change to Visa Cash App RB35:27 The Terrible Naming of the Red Bull F1 Team36:42 College Radio Show Names37:15 Stuck-in-their-Ways College Professors39:10 The Lack of Long-Term Branding40:14 The Identity of Force India41:31 Creating New Acronyms for RB43:08 Nike's Potential Entry into F145:28 Alonso's Unique Relationship with Stroll47:44 The Move of the Spanish Grand Prix to Madrid-Save 20% at RedRacerBooks with the code "RACEGIFT" - https://bit.ly/redracer20-Follow The Hosts:Rohit Malhotra: https://www.threads.net/@rohitm13Todd Yates: https://www.threads.net/@dadshue.jpgNick Engvall: https://www.threads.net/@nickengvall-Follow us on Threads: https://threads.net/ExhaustNotesFMFollow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ExhaustNotesFM-Check out our other channels:

Here's our much-awaited Otmar Szafnauer interview. The entire interview is so good that we decided to split it into two parts. In part 1 and on the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Otmar talks to Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah about his journey into Formula 1, how he was interviewed and hired at Force India. At Force India, Otmar worked his magic - the team was called "pound for pound" World Champion and he proudly explains exactly why. Also known as "best of the rest" for finishing just behind the top-3 teams, Otmar explains the exact budget gap that existed between Force India and the top teams. In fact, Otmar is of the strong opinion that Force India would've been World Champions in Formula 1 had all teams operated on the same budget. In this episode, he also explains why he decided to move on from Force India / Racing Point & Aston Martin despite saving the team from shutting down only a few years ago. Otmar has worked with three billionaires - Lawrence Stroll, Subrata Roy and Vijay Mallya. He explains the difference in working styles between Stroll-Mallya and offers a comment on Stroll Sr.'s view that his son Lance is a future World Champion. If there's one episode that's a must-listen in this off-season, it's this! P.S.: Part 2 will release on 5th February, 2024. (Season 2024, Episode 04) Follow our hosts: Soumil Arora, Kunal Shah and Otmar Szafnauer Image courtesy: Wikipedia

Welcome back to another episode of Chasing the Apex! Today I am sitting down with motorsports engineer, Dominic Harlow. After earning a degree from Imperial College London, Dominic started his career working on rally and touring cars with the Motorsports Development firm. Dominic then joined the Williams Touring Car group, working as a Design and Race Engineer before entering F1 with the Jordan team. After a six year stint with Jordan, he then moved to the Force India team where he held roles as the Chief Race & Test Engineer as well as the Director of Circuit Engineering. Dominic then spent a year with the Williams F1 team as a Senior Operations Engineer and now runs his own consulting firm and is the Head of Technical Audit for the FIA.  Social Media Links: https://linktr.ee/chasingtheapex

Indian Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan aka King Khan is world famous. But did you know, he's the ONLY actor in the world to have his face on a Formula 1 car? Yes, here's one of our Force India Formula 1 Team specials. Back in the day, SRK, as he's fondly known, starred in Ra.One. As a part of his film's promotions, SRK's photo was plastered on the nose of the Force India Formula 1 car that raced in the  inaugural 2011 Indian Grand Prix. In this episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Soumil Arora chats with Ravikant Sabnavis and Kunal Shah about Force India's maverick marketing activities around the world, their association with Sachin "#MasterBlaster" Tendulkar (yes, we LOVE it when Cricket meets F1), the team's junior driver program, The "One from a Billion Hunt", building Motorsport-themed games for kids at KidZania and exploring a Formula 1-themed rollercoaster ride among others.  Tune in! (Season 2024, Episode 03) Follow our hosts: Soumil Arora, Kunal Shah and Ravikant Sabnavis Image courtesy: Force India F1 Team

To the backdrop of stellar F1 careers at Honda, BAR, Force India, Aston Martin and Alpine, Otmar Szafnauer talks openly about key F1 issues, including  his departure from Aston and Alpine and about the controversy surrounding Oscar Piastri's switch from Alpine to McLaren.  In conversation with Peter Windsor, the subject also turns to the F1 cost cap and to whether Red Bull will continue to have the advantage in 2024.    Visit: https://youtube.com/peterwindsor for F1 videos past, present and future

Of course, every team would be interested in hiring the legendary Formula 1 car designer Adrian Newey. In this episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, we reveal how a relatively small privateer team called Force India F1 Team had a serious boardroom discussion on hiring Newey. "The best pound for pound World Champion team" was what Force India was labelled after it consistently outperformed its resources season after season and before the faded away into oblivion. One of the team's co-owners, (late) Subrata Roy, did express seriousness in hiring Newey at one of the team's board meetings.   The other story that is revealed in this episode is that of Gautam Singhania (of Raymond fame) being contacted by Collin Kolles to buy the ailing Spyker-Midland operation. It was Singhania who then introduced this opportunity to Dr. Mallya.  In the off-season, the Inside Line F1 Podcast will focus on feature stories from the paddock. In the early part of January, we will re-run some of our Force India F1 Team specials followed by our exclusive interview with the former boss at Force India & Alpine, Otmar Szafnauer.  Tune in! (Season 2024, Episode 01) Follow our hosts on Twitter: Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah Image courtesy: Red Bull Content Pool  

Red Bull's revolutionary race car, McLaren's miraculous transformation and Aston Martin's sensational rise. On F1 Beyond The Grid in 2023, the stars behind the biggest stories of the season have sat down with Tom Clarkson to reveal the secrets behind their success and share fascinating insight into what life is like as a Formula 1 driver, Team Principal, engineer, designer, and more. In this end-of year special, Tom picks his favourite moments from a long list of stellar guests. Oscar Piastri underlined his credentials as a future Grand Prix winner with arguably the most impressive rookie season since Lewis Hamilton in 2007, but did you know the Australian's route to F1 began in the same way as Lewis? Hear how Adrian Newey, the genius behind Red Bull's record-breaking RB19, began designing at the age of 11. And listen to Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur explain how he handles the pressure of making the most successful Constructor in the sport's history champions again. Also featured are some F1 heroes from the past – including multiple World Champions Alain Prost and Sir Jackie Stewart. The clips in this episode come from the full episodes listed below. Thank you for listening in 2023. F1 Beyond The Grid will return in 2024. Adrian Newey, legendary F1 designer  Andrea Stella, transforming McLaren  Lando Norris, driving McLaren's revival  Oscar Piastri, remote control racing to F1 rookie Daniel Ricciardo, dreaming of a ‘perfect' Red Bull return  Liam Lawson, thrilled but ‘unfulfilled' by F1 debut Pierre Gasly, wanting to win again in 2024 Sir Jackie Stewart, 50 years a triple World Champion  Alain Prost, 30 years since the ‘most difficult' season  Heinz-Harald Frentzen, Germany's F1 cult hero Sam Michael, engineering his rise to the top of F1 James Vowles, aiming to win with Williams  Fred Vasseur, pursuing the ‘pinnacle' with Ferrari  Charles Leclerc, 2nd isn't enough  Giancarlo Fisichella, history with Ferrari, Force India and Fernando Alonso Dan Fallows, directing Aston's rise  George Russell, happier, hungrier + ‘holding his own' with Hamilton 

She didn't set out to be a Grand Prix-winning Formula 1 strategist, but Bernie Collins raced to the very top. She pulled the strategy strings at Force India, Racing Point and Aston Martin, masterminded an emotional race win with Sergio Perez, and guided Sebastian Vettel to his final F1 podium.  Bernie tells Tom Clarkson how she and her fellow strategists prepared for races, reacted to the on-track action, and balanced risk and reward to get the best result possible. Bernie remembers her deep-end debut as a race strategist, how competing at the front of the field brings extra pressure, why working at one of F1's smaller teams ‘made her career' and what she learned working with Perez, Vettel and Jenson Button. Bernie also explains how an interest in maths and physics led her to study mechanical engineering at university, then to move into motorsport and, ultimately, reach Formula 1 This episode is sponsored by:  Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe: learn more about the all-new AMG GT and the AMG portfolio at MBUSA.com/AMG. Indeed: claim your seventy-five dollar credit now at indeed.com/THEGRID 

Nico Hulkenberg will be on the grid again in 2024 after securing another year with Haas. At the 2023 Mexican Grand Prix, the German will reach a landmark 200 Grand Prix starts – accumulated from his time at Williams, Force India (now Aston Martin), Sauber, Renault and Haas. So how is ‘The Hulk' that races today different to the 22-year-old that made his debut in 2010? Nico tells Tom Clarkson how family life and his recent break from F1 have given him a completely different outlook on the sport, what his relationship with teammate Kevin Magnussen is like, whether Team Principal Guenther Steiner is just like the man we see on TV, and much more. Follow, rate and review F1 Beyond The Grid and share this episode using #F1BeyondTheGrid. Related Episodes Nico's first BTG appearance  Guenther Steiner Kevin Magnussen

Welcome to On the Grid, your global motorsport podcast, where Tiff Needell and Paul Woodman bring you all the latest updates and exhilarating events from the world of racing. From the heart-pounding action of Formula 1, F2 and F3 in Austria to the adrenaline-fueled excitement of Indycar and NASCAR in America, we'll keep you on the edge of your seat. Join us as we take you on a global motorsport journey that spans continents and captures the essence of speed, skill, and pure passion. Sadly amidst the roaring engines and screeching tires, we also take a moment to reflect on the somber moments that have shaken the motorsports community. Last week, we bid farewell to a legend in the industry, former Force India boss Bob Fearnley. His contribution to the sport and tireless efforts behind the scenes will forever be remembered. In another sad loss, we mourn the passing of Steve Neal, the beloved father of BTCC star Matt Neal. Steve's unwavering support and guidance played an instrumental role in shaping Matt's career, and his legacy lives on in the hearts of all motorsport enthusiasts. Unfortunately, the motorsports world was struck by tragedy once again at the iconic Spa circuit. During the Formula Regional support race, a tragic accident claimed the life of 18-year-old Dutchman Dilano van t'Hoff. Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family, friends, and the racing community as we collectively mourn this devastating loss. Amidst the highs and lows, we continue our journey, exploring the thrilling 24 Hour GTs race at Spa, where endurance and strategy meet in a battle for glory. Then, we return to the UK, where the Donington World Superbikes event pushes riders to their limits in a quest for victory. From triumphs to tribulations, our podcast encapsulates the multifaceted world of motorsports, offering an immersive experience that celebrates the resilience, dedication, and unwavering spirit of those involved. Join us as we delve into the captivating stories, analyze thrilling races, and pay homage to the heroes and legends who have left an indelible mark on the racing world. Stay tuned for our in-depth discussions, insightful interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights that will transport you into the heart of motorsport. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual observer, our podcast promises to deliver an engaging and comprehensive motorsport experience that will leave you hungry for more. So buckle up and get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through the fast-paced world of motorsports, where triumph and tragedy intertwine to create a captivating tapestry of human endeavor and the pursuit of greatness. Welcome to our motorsport podcast, where the thrills never end.

This week we go over the history of Aston Martin F1 and boy do we learn a lot. We cover early Aston, their accomplishments, Lawrence and Lance Stroll's careers, and more! Follow our hosts @iambrentgill @geoffreytice, our producer @korecording and our editor @pointsinawilliams. 

His 14 F1 seasons were filled with drama, shocks and history. Three-time Grand Prix winner Giancarlo Fisichella is rightly very proud to have stayed at the top for so long, fulfilling his dreams of becoming an F1 driver and racing for Ferrari. From his dramatic first win with the Jordan team at Brazil in 2003, to the unlikely pole he took for underdogs Force India at Belgium in 2009, Giancarlo has experienced the most emotional highs F1 has to offer and he relives those iconic memories with Tom Clarkson. He talks about helping Renault teammate Fernando Alonso become a two-time World Champion with Renault, the ‘pressure and power' he felt as an Italian driving for Ferrari, whether his F1 journey would have continued had he not joined the Scuderia, and much more. Follow, rate and review F1 Beyond The Grid and share this episode using #F1BeyondTheGrid. Related episodes Fernando Alonso  Eddie Jordan, owner of Jordan team  Ralf Schumacher, Giancarlo's teammate at Jordan  This episode is sponsored by MoneyGram: convert your digital currency to cash and back again using the only digital wallets with real cash access activated by MoneyGram. Learn more at moneygram.com/stellarwallets.

Welcome to another exciting episode of Track Limits, the podcast for all things formula racing! We're thrilled to have Blake Hinsey, aka @brrrake, as our guest in this episode. Blake is a highly respected F1 senior engineer and is now one of the biggest content creators in Formula Racing.We discussed various topics, such as his time in the Force India team, his transition into the Red Bull team as a senior engineer, working with Max Verstappen and GP, his exit from F1, and his love for creating content for F1 fans. He offers valuable advice for aspiring F1 engineers and strategists, highlighting the importance of building relationships through social media. You definitely don't want to miss this episode. Whether you are a seasoned racing fan or just getting into the sport, this episode of Track Limits with Brrrake is not to be missed.Here are Brrrake's socials so you can follow him on his journey:https://www.instagram.com/brrrakehttps://twitter.com/brrrakehttps://youtube.com/brrrakeMake sure to subscribe, review and follow us on our socials:https://www.instagram.com/tracklimits/https://twitter.com/tracklimits_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@tracklimitspodJoin our mailing list to learn more about Track Limits:https://www.tracklimitspod.com/

Force India went from a team that hadn't scored a point to claiming a pole position and a podium finish in one incredible weekend at the 2009 Belgian Grand Prix. But should it have been a win? Edd Straw and Ben Anderson join host Glenn Freeman to look at Giancarlo Fisichella's incredible weekend, and how Kimi Raikkonen's Ferrari denied a fairytale result.There's also talk of Jenson Button's mid-season wobble in his title-winning season, his Brawn GP team secretly doing its deal to be taken over by Mercedes, Red Bull chasing Mercedes engines, Luca Badoer's dreadful stint in place of Felipe Massa at Ferrari, and how the Renault 'Crashgate' scandal was finally exposed during this weekend.GET IN TOUCH: Use the hashtag #BringBackV10s on Twitter or email bringbackv10s@the-race.comDid you know The Race has an app? Download it today on iOS or Android  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Force India went from a team that hadn't scored a point to claiming a pole position and a podium finish in one incredible weekend at the 2009 Belgian Grand Prix. But should it have been a win? Edd Straw and Ben Anderson join host Glenn Freeman to look at Giancarlo Fisichella's incredible weekend, and how Kimi Raikkonen's Ferrari denied a fairytale result. There's also talk of Jenson Button's mid-season wobble in his title-winning season, his Brawn GP team secretly doing its deal to be taken over by Mercedes, Red Bull chasing Mercedes engines, Luca Badoer's dreadful stint in place of Felipe Massa at Ferrari, and how the Renault 'Crashgate' scandal was finally exposed during this weekend. GET IN TOUCH: Use the hashtag #BringBackV10s on Twitter or email bringbackv10s@the-race.com Did you know The Race has an app? Download it today on iOS or Android 

This is probably our final episode of 2022 - and it's a re-run of our most-popular episode from the Force India F1 Team stories. In this episode, Soumil Arora hosts former Force India F1 Team members, Ravikant Sabnavis and Kunal Shah (yes, he's also one of our co-hosts), to share interesting stories of their time with the team. In this episode, the duo share how the Force India F1 Team discussed interest in hiring the legendary Adrian Newey, how Vijay Mallya wasn't the first owner of choice & how another popular Indian Motorsport figure let the opportunity to own the Silverstone-based team go by. Tune in! (Season 2022, Episode 74) Follow our hosts on Twitter: Kunal Shah & Soumil Arora Image courtesy: Red Bull Content Pool

Welcome back to the Tech Heads F1 Podcast! Bryson and Molly are fresh from the US Grand Prix and joined in the Tech Heads studio by Dr. Obbs and Blake aka Brrrake, former F1 Performance and Simulator Performance Engineer. Blake has worked at Force India, Red Bull Racing, and the likes of Paul DiResta, Sergio Perez, Daniil Kvyat and Max Verstappen. In this episode we recap Blake, Bryson, and Molly's time at COTA, Blake's storied and what he would call "fraudulent" F1 career, insights to performance engineering, what it is, and how to engineer an F1 car, a typical weekend in a trackside role, working in the simulator, the Dark Art of tyre science, and the wild/controversial tech teams brought to the track for COTA and Mexico City. In this weeks "Tech Focus" segment Molly talks about the role of AI and Machine Learning in calling the strategy of races. We talk about THAT NASCAR finish, and answer listener questions. This episode was a ton of fun to record and we think you'll have just as much fun listening to it! This Texas sized episode is filled to the brim with incredible F1 insight and F1/non-F1 racing tech. You wont want to miss it!! COTA Rewind - (2:14) What Makes COTA So Great - (9:41) How Did Blake Get Into F1? - (11:04) A Trackside Perfermance Engineer's Role - (13:07) What Can You Actually Infer About Another Car From Telemetry? - (15:35) How An Engineer Uses Data to Improve Performance - (19:56) The Dark Art of Tyre Science - (23:32) Working With F1 Drivers - (27:27) Objectively Evaluating Race Strategy - (33:11) Working With Track Aerodynamicists - (40:28) Reynolds Number and High Altitude Effects - (48:20) Curved Wind Tunnel Walls Won't Save You! - (51:19) Transitioning To A Simulator Performance Engineer - (53:40) How Accurate Are Simulators? How Do You Update Them? - (57:47) Where To Find Brrrake - (1:05:35) Tech Focus: AI & Machine Learning for Race Strategy - (1:08:12) Listener Questions! - (1:16:34) Hosts: Bryson Sullivan (@NaturalParadigm) Dr. Obbs (@dr_obbs) Molly Oxner (@mollym_o) Guest: Blake Hinsey (@brrrake) Listener Links: Pit Rho Clip for pit crew not listening to the model. https://t.co/xOdLxTlzEV - Clip is 8 mins shows the team following and then not following the model link will take you directly to the start of the NASCAR clip Ross Chastain wall-ride https://us.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/ross-chastain-wall-riding-playoffs-hamlin-martinsville/10393087/ VLC Player On the Pit Wall? https://www.reddit.com/r/formula1/comments/8j60gs/if_you_ever_wondered_what_software_they_use_on_a/ Bottas Crash Due To Rear Wing Stall (Reynolds Number) https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/bottas-reveals-rear-wing-stall-caused-massive-scare/653909/ How wind affects race cars visual examples in 2 minutes or less: https://www.tiktok.com/@abunchofredf1ags/video/7108153267862981930

Meet Brrrake a fantastic content creator focusing on F1 and gaming content. He has a vast background in F1 being a former racing engineer for Red Bull Racing and Force India. His streams and videos breaks down the science and reasons why things are when it comes to F1. So happy to have had him on and hear his great story. Make sure you check out his platforms and drop follows, likes and subs!

Our 'Force India - Inside Line' series is back and this is episode #4. Ravikant Sabnavis & Kunal Shah, former Force India F1 Team members, join Soumil Arora to share stories about Force India's interest in Adrian Newey, how Vijay Mallya came to own the team & more. Links to the previous episodes of the 'Force India - Inside Line' series are below: Join our race watchalong sessions with the legendary British Formula 1 commentator Steve Slater (ex-Sky TV, ESPN, Star Sports). On the live stream, you can discuss with Steve & our hosts various race-related topics - strategies, performances, insights & more. Join us to enhance your real-time race viewing experience! Get your FREE access pass: Paytm Insider & Inside Line F1 Podcast - Race Watchalong with Steve Slater. Episode 1 Episode 2: Sachin Tendulkar, Shah Rukh Khan, One from a Billion Hunt Episode 3: 'Glory on track vs. Personal glory' Like our podcasts? Leave us a review & rating on whatever app you tune in from! (Season 2022, Episode 56) Follow our hosts on Twitter: Ravikant Sabnavis, Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah Image courtesy: Red Bull Content Pool

Hay quienes dicen que Pedro de la Rosa no tuvo las oportunidades que se merecía. Hay quienes dicen que las tuvo y no las aprovecho. Hay quienes incluso comentan que es “demasiado buen tío” para ser piloto de F1… Voy a desmontar algo que para mí es una leyenda urbana y que en ocasiones me “cabrea”, eso de que Pedro es “demasiado buen tío para ser piloto de F1”. Ganar todo. Siempre se dice que la receta del éxito para llegar a la F1 es ganar todos los campeonatos en los que participes…. Una regla que Pedro siguió al pie de la letra desde el principio. Debuta en 1989 en la Fórmula Fiat con el equipo de la FEA “Ofensiva Uno” y gana el Cto. Pasa a la F-Ford española en 1990 y gana en su primera temporada. Eso mismo año corre algunas pruebas del británico de F-Ford, en el que destacó Senna en su momento, y hace 2 podios en 6 participaciones. En 1991 salta a la F-Renault Española y hace cuarto, para ganar en 1992 en España y en Inglaterra, haciendo doblete. En 1993 y de la mano de la Federación española de automovilismo participa en la F-3 británica dentro del equipo Racing for Spain, terminando 6º con tres podios. En 1995 emigra a Japón para participar en la F3 japonesa y en su primer intento no gana el campeonato… ¡arrasa! Pues gana 8 de 9 carrera. Participa en la Fórmula Nippon casi una antesala de la F1, donde en su segundo año en 1997 vuelve a arrasar. Por la puerta de atrás. En 1998 el equipo Jordan lo ficha como piloto probador. Muchos dicen que es una forma de entrar en la F1 por la puerta de atrás… Compañero de Verstappen. Pedro, fiel a su estilo, debuta con gran éxito: Un punto en su primera carrera. Y muchos diréis, ¿un punto es un gran éxito? En el 2000 continua en Arrows, pero su compañero cambia y sería Verstappen… Jos, el padre del actual campeón del Mundo, Max. Puntúa en dos ocasiones y acaba 16º, por detrás de Jos. Niki el “entrometido”. Para 2001, Pedro no tiene asiento en la F1. Arrows pierde a Repsol y prescinde de Pedro, que ficha como piloto de pruebas de Prost Grand Prix. Pero Niki Lauda se entromete. Niki era consciente de la valía de Pedro y consigue, una vez comenzada la temporada, que le fiche el equipo Jaguar, un proyecto prometedor. El mejor momento. Y en 2005 llega el que quizás sea uno de los mejores momentos de Pedro como piloto, cuando por una lesión de Juan Pablo Montoya, Pedro se convierte en piloto titular en el GP de Baréin, un circuito que no conocía. Acabó quinto, pero consiguió la vuelta rápida en carrera, un récord que, a día de hoy, julio de 2022, sigue vigente. Con la sorpresiva retirada de Montoya, que se va a “hacer las américas” a la NASCAR, algo que nunca entenderé, Pedro se convierte en 2006 en piloto oficial de McLaren. Consigue un segundo puesto el GP de Hungría, dos quintos en Turquía y China y termina el 11º sin haber hecho la temporada completa… la cosa pintaba bien. El vendaval Alonso. ¿Perjudicó Fernando Alonso a Pedro de la Rosa? Pues sí y no, Sí, porque en el fondo le quinto el sitio en McLaren en 2007. No, porque los Mundiales de Alonso habían hecho la F1 mucho más popular en España y, de rebote, a Pedro un piloto quizás más interesante. Aunque se podría decir que realmente quien quito el asiento a Pedro fue Hamilton. Llega Sauber. Sus excelentes resultados, cuando tuvo oportunidad de competir, su magnífico trabajo como piloto probador y la facilidad con el trato, hico que Pedro estuviese a punto de fichar por varios equipos, como el propio McLaren o el Force India. Pero al final fue Sauber quién le ficho… Pirelli y HRT. Pero Pedro consigue seguir ligado a la F1. Dadas sus grandes cualidades Pirelli le ficha como probador para sus nuevos neumáticos. A finales de 2011 arranca un proyecto muy ilusionante para todos los españoles, ¡el primer equipo español de F1!, HRT (Hispania Racing Team), del que Pedro será piloto oficial… El final de su carrera como piloto de F1 lo hace nada menos que en Ferrari donde hizo como siempre una magnífica labor como piloto probador. Y no me olvido su labor como presidente de la Asociación de pilotos de F1 en dos ocasiones. Conclusión. Un palmarés envidiable antes de llegar a la F1, prácticamente 4 temporadas como piloto oficial en equipos de F1, un podio, muchos puntos, sensacionales actuaciones y una ingente labor como piloto probador en equipos de tanto prestigio como Ferrari o McLaren… eso está muy bien, pero tiene más mérito si añades que en un mundillo tan complejo, competitivo y no siempre muy respetuoso como es la F1, no encontrarás a nadie que te hable mal de Pedro de la Rosa. Pedro ha dedicado su vida a la F1. Siento un piloto rápido, sensible, con mentalidad de trabajo en equipo, competitivo con coches que no son F1, como los GT… ¿por qué no se ha dedicado a la resistencia? ¡Que grandísimo piloto de resistencia nos hemos perdido!

It's time to dive into a true billionaires' playground! This week, Lily and Michael unpack the bizarre history of Aston Martin (or as it's been known in recent years, Force India, Racing Point Force India, and Racing Point). They talk about the Richie Richies who've made this team what it is today and the strange 2022 Aston Martin driver lineup of Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll. However, because Seb announced his retirement after this year last month, Lily will also introduce Michael to the concept of silly season — a wacky time in the F1 calendar year that's unfolding right as this episode airs.Special thanks to our guests: Nicole Sievers and Kate Lizotte.This episode was produced by Lily Herman and Senior Producer Yochai Maital. Sound Design by Yochai Maital. Mastering by Sela Waisblum. Recording at The Cutting Room Studios by Rob O'Leary II. At SI Studios, Max Miller is Executive Producer and Brannan Goetschius is Head of Audio. At iHeartRadio, Sean Titone is Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before he started, as he puts it, ‘playing with racing cars', Jody Egginton trained as a schoolteacher. His love of motorsport led him to Formula 1, and he worked his way up from Tyrell during the early years of computer-aided design (CAD) to Technical Director at AlphaTauri today. Along the way he helped Force India achieve a stunning result in 2009, fought to keep the brand-new Caterham team afloat in the 2010s and worked with Max Verstappen and Carlos Sainz at the very start of their F1 careers. He's now driving AlphaTauri's car development, pushing a team of engineers flat out to give Pierre Gasly and Yuki Tsunoda a car which can challenge for 5th in the F1 Constructors' Championship. Jody tells Tom Clarkson about his approach to learning, communication, problem-solving and leadership, and shares advice for aspiring F1 engineers. Related episodes from the Beyond The Grid archive Pierre Gasly Yuki Tsunoda  Franz Tost, AlphaTauri Team Principal James Key, McLaren's Technical Director John Barnard, legendary F1 technical genius This episode is sponsored by:  Calm: go to calm.com/grid for 40% off unlimited access to Calm's entire library Hello Fresh: visit hellofresh.com/grid16 and use code grid16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts Babbel: go to babbel.com/play and use promo code GRID for an extra six months free

When you're a Magnussen, the name alone can open doors, but you won't get through them, unless the talent's there.Kevin Magnussen is Chris Medland's latest guest on the My Big Break podcast, describing the key moments that shaped his career.The 29-year-old describes being invited to McLaren after winning the Danish Formula Ford championship because his dad, Jan, had been the team's test driver.He got on to its junior driver programme but it soon became apparent that he wasn't going to get an easy ride when he was given the ultimatum of winning the Formula Renault 3.5 Series or seeing his F1 dreams evaporate.Magnussen rose to the challenge and he talks about how his career progressed with a Force India drive that never was, a podium finish on his debut, and fighting for his McLaren seat with Jenson Button.After a year out of Grand Prix racing, Magnussen has returned to Haas in impressive form, and he explains why he's so much more relaxed for his second stint in F1. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A Day In The Life Of Lawrence Stroll. Horner gurning at Glasto, buying Ocon's old Force India, it's Dirty Silverstone.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dirtyair. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey now, here we go with episode 29Anohter exciting week on the Dirty Side saw us interviewing Blake from BrrrakeF1, an ex-Force India and Red Bull performance engineer.  Really excited about this and really appreciative to Blake for giving us his time and sharing his insights of life in an F1 team.It's a bumper episode but hopefully you all enjoy the content.Episode running order is:1) News & Social round up of all things #Formula12) Our chat with Blake3) #100SecondsofDRS guest Nimrod makes it our first Father/Son DRS combo4) #Silverstone previewIf you want to sign up then get in touch via our social channels all of which can be found over at our website https://www.dirtysideofthetrack.com

A very interesting study at Hebrew University found that the brain inflates numbers under some circumstances. University psychologists called this a “diversity illusion”.Israelis and American students were asked to assess the size of minorities—Arabs and African Americans—among them. In both cases, people believed there were far more people from the minority than there actually were.Researchers concluded that this is due to the mind's tendency to focus on and amplify that which is out of the ordinary.In one experiment Jewish students estimated the percentage of Arabs in the student body at 31% and Arab students said, 35%. Only 12% of students were Arab.A similar experiment with American participants about the number of African American faces in a grid of 100 photographs yielded similar results—40% against 25%.To be sure they ran the tests again and again, same results. I ran this test at home with a European house guest—exactly the same result.Psychologists concluded that such overestimation of minority numbers, results from innate intolerance.Most reasonable people want to live in an equitable society. By and large most of them find themselves in the centre of a larger political equation. And that political equation includes  the participation of those who are not a  part of the majority of voters.While people in the minority generally get a pretty good understanding of the majority, it is good civics, that the majority should get a better understanding of the people among us who are of a different persuasion.The active verb in persuasion is to persuade. There are many forms of persuasion—from coaxing to coercion. And when gentle persuasion turns into  political propaganda and jingoist rhetoric, the thinking of a good section of the polity is influenced enough to swing from the middle towards any one extreme. And soon people arrive at all manners of ugly consensus and  illogical conclusions.My guest today is Ghazala Wahab the author of a news-making book, Born A Muslim.Reading some of the reviews of her book, I got the impression that many reviewers fell to assuming that Ghazala wrote her book to protest the growing sentiment being manufactured against the muslim minority. The interviews that I read or heard, seem to approach their subject with a premeditated woke-ness. To be candid, I first approached the book the same way. I thought it would seek to educate non-muslims about the religion and practices of Islam with the underlying appeal for a more compassionate appreciation of an increasingly marginalized people. But reading the book set me straight. Ghazala's book takes the argument inwards…a muslim speaking to fellow muslims introspectively. It is written without any of the sentimental—and at times, even plaintive—hooks that so easily and so often define the texts of marginalized or dispossessed people.And to add to that Ghazala is Editor of Force India, a magazine about national security, principally defence matters. And she co-authored the book, Dragon On Our Doorstep: Managing China Through Military Power.After I read Born A Muslim, I couldn't wait to speak to the author. So here she is.ABOUT GHAZALA WAHABA journalist since 1994, Ghazala has authored Born a Muslim: Some Truths About Islam in India and co-authored Dragon on our Doorstep: Managing China Through Military Power with Pravin Sawhney, with whom she founded FORCE magazine.Buy Born A Muslim here: https://amzn.to/3H1L92oWHAT'S THAT WORD?! - COAXINGCo-host Pranati "Pea" Madhav joins Ramjee Chandran in the segment "What's That Word?", where they discuss the medieval origins of the word.WANT TO BE ON THE SHOW?Reach us by mail: theliterarycity@explocity.com .

On this episode of The F1 Hour we talk with Blake of Brrrake F1 about his route into F1, experiences working at Force India working with Paul Di Resta and Sergio Perez and Red Bull working as Max Verstappen's Performance Engineer, Sebastien Vettel and Daniel Kyvat, Blake's thoughts and hopes for F1 in 2022, FIA rules and regulations and how to get a job in F1 and so much more. It's a fascinating conversation with brilliant F1 mind.Socials:

From frustration which drove him to tears in 2019, to an incredible F1 victory in 2021, Esteban Ocon has felt the extreme lows and highs of a racing driver's life. After losing his race seat at Force India, Ocon spent a season as reserve driver for Mercedes in 2019. A year of ‘low moments' opened his eyes to what he jokingly calls ‘the dark side' of F1 – the off-track negotiations which can determine a driver's future just as much on-track results. Wiser and more determined, Esteban returned to racing with Renault in 2020, scored his first podium and became a Grand Prix winner with Alpine. On his return to F1 Beyond The Grid, the Frenchman tells Tom Clarkson all about that chapter of his life, and looks ahead to the story he's determined to write with Alpine. Plus, F1 friendships, the importance of clean racing, and why he sees the Spanish Grand Prix as a home race. Related episodes from the BTG archive Esteban Ocon's first appearance  Fernando Alonso, Esteban's Alpine teammate  Otmar Szafnauer on Force India's administration  Mick Schumacher Lance Stroll This episode is sponsored by:  Calm: Get an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at calm.com/GRID F1 Manager: Launching on PC, PlayStation and Xbox, Summer 2022. Visit F1manager.com to Wishlist the game on your platform of choice and follow @F1Manager on Twitter to stay up to speed Babbel: Get six months free with a purchase of a 6-month subscription with promo code GRID. 

Here's the final episode of our three-part series - 'What's your Force India F1 team story?' In this episode, Ravikant Sabnavis and Kunal Shah talk about working with the billionaire owners of the Force India F1 Team - Vijay Mallya & Subrata Roy. To tune in to the previous episodes: Force India F1 Team, The Inside Line, Episode 1 Sachin Tendulkar, Shah Rukh Khan, One from a Billion (Episode 2) The duo joke about how one owner chased 'glory on track' while the other chose 'personal glory', the cultural differences between two of Asia's largest private sports investors of the previous decade and more.  This episode also has in discussion the famous Monaco Yacht Party that was hosted by Vijay Mallya in Monaco on the Indian Empress, how Force India became Sahara Force India - the resultant changes in team name, logo and others.  Tune in! (Season 2022, Episode 21) Follow our hosts on Twitter: Ravikant Sabnavis, Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah Image courtesy: Google

Here's episode 2 of our 'What's your Force India F1 Team story?' series with Ravikant Sabnavis and Kunal Shah. Soumil Arora quizzes the duo about the One from a Billion Hunt, Raise the Flag, Shah Rukh Khan's face on the nose of the Force India F1 Team car, the #MasterBlaster campaign to commemorate Sachin Tendulkar's cricketing career, Adrian Sutil & Paul Di Resta getting bowling tips from cricket legend Allan Donald and more.  Tune in! (Season 2022, Episode 18) Follow our hosts on Twitter: Ravikant Sabnavis, Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah Image courtesy: Fandom, Wiki

Here's episode 1 of our 'what's your Force India F1 Team story?' special episode. Soumil Arora hosts Ravikant Sabnavis and Kunal Shah, both former personnel of the team, to bring out some of their memories of working for one of the best-performing mid-field teams of recent times.  In this episode, the duo explain what it's like to work in Marketing in a Formula 1 team + how similar or different the function is from regular marketing roles. They also explain how Force India focussed on building the category of Formula 1 in a new market, the challenges that came with it and some of the more fan favourite activities and campaigns over the years. Tune in! (Season 2022, Episode 17) Follow our hosts on Twitter: Ravikant Sabnavis, Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah Image courtesy: Ferrari

What was the Force India Formula 1 Team all about? How did it get a cricket-crazy nation to love Formula 1?  How was it to work with Vijay Mallya and Subrata Roy, the two Bad Boy Billionaires (as Netflix calls them)? How did the noise around the two owners impact the team? What was it like to have one of the most-popular actors in the world Shah Rukh Khan promote the team? And of course, how was it to finally race at 'home' during the Indian Grand Prix? How did the 'One from a Billion Hunt' come about & what eventually happened to the ambitious grassroots program that the team had launched?  Soumil Arora hosted Ravikant Sabnavis and Kunal Shah (who our listeners already know), both former Force India F1 Team personnel, in a conversation that revealed several behind-the-scenes moments with one of the most-iconic mid-teams of recent times.  The conversation will be released over three parts in the next few weeks on these dates: Episode 1: 31st March (deferred to 1st April) Episode 2: 4th April Episode 3: 14th April Tune in! (Season 2022, Episode 17 - trailer!)  

About Jonah MyerbergJonah Myerberg is a Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at Desktop Metal where he is responsible for leading the technical direction of Desktop Metal's 3D printing solutions.Prior to joining Desktop Metal in 2015, Myerberg held senior positions with a variety of organizations focused on high performance battery development, including Renovo Auto and Boston Impact, which he founded, and A123Systems. At A123Systems, Myerberg established and led the motorsports business unit which focused on the development of high-performance batteries. His products were adopted by the majority of Formula One teams including McLaren, Force India, Mercedes Benz, RedBull and other high profile motorsports teams like the Porsche 919 team which won the 24 hours of Le Mans in 2015 and 2016. He was also a race engineer for Porsche on the 919 team and for Mahindra Racing on their Formula E team.  Myerberg earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University and his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing from Johns Hopkins University. About Desktop MetalDesktop Metal, Inc., based in Burlington, Massachusetts, is accelerating the transformation of manufacturing with an expansive portfolio of 3D printing solutions, from rapid prototyping to mass production. Founded in 2015 by leaders in advanced manufacturing, metallurgy, and robotics, the company is addressing the unmet challenges of speed, cost, and quality to make additive manufacturing an essential tool for engineers and manufacturers around the world. Desktop Metal was selected as one of the world's 30 most promising Technology Pioneers by the World Economic Forum, named to MIT Technology Review's list of 50 Smartest Companies, and the 2021 winner of Fast Company's Innovation by Design Award in materials.https://www.desktopmetal.com

What better way to get in the mood for an Italian Grand Prix at Monza, than an Italian who has driven the track. We're joined by Vitantonio Liuzzi. Enjoying drives for the newly birthed Red Bull Racing team, Toro Rosso, Force India and HRT, on the podcast today he looks back at a Formula 1 career which he says was often defined as being in the right place at the wrong time. Tonio talks about what it's like to race at Monza with the passion of the fans behind you, his best lap around Monza, why he credits Michael Schumacher as the key to his early success, the events which stopped him from rising up to be a team leader in a main Red Bull seat and remembering the famous Turn 1 crash which took out Nico Rosberg.   Finally he tells us why 2010 was the year he drove most of the season with just one hand on the wheel, and his duties this weekend as an FIA steward.

The guys discuss episodes 1-5 of season 1 of Drive to Survive, they talk Ricciardo leaving redbull, the Cyril/Christian battle, Force India, and Carlos' dad.