Podcast appearances and mentions of Zak Brown

For a while out there it looked as though Charles Leclerc and Ferrari would spoil the day of McLaren-Mercedes. As the wind blew from the west, rather than the east, Leclerc had taken the pole in the closing seconds of Q3.  And, from the start, he appeared to be in control: Oscar Piastri sat in his mirrors but Lando Norris fell back in the wake of George Russell's Mercedes.  Then, almost inevitably, it went wrong: Charles stopped early for his second set of Hard Pirellis and was thereafter never in the hunt: with floor damage, his Ferrari was over a second-a-lap off the pace.  It then became a straight fight between the two McLaren drivers, with Zak Brown allowing them to race to the finish. Piastri, on a two-stop strategy, had the performance advantage - but Norris, on a one-stopper, had the advantage of track position.  In this podcast, Peter looks back at the key elements not only of that race to the chequered flag but also of the weekend as a whole - at the amazing pole of Charles Leclerc, the dismal pace of Red Bull and the wretched weekend of Sir Lewis Hamilton.With thanks to Jetcraft, the world's largest buyer and seller of executive jets:https://jetcraft.comTo OEM Exclusive, the passionate suppliers of OEM upgrades for exotic and high-performance vehiclesTo TrackNinja, a lap-timer and data app designed to help users improve their on-track car and driver performance through analysis and an innovative Data Garage. A lite version is free; the loaded edition is US$9.99 pcm or $99.99 yearlyhttps://trackninja.appAnd to REC Watches, whose timepieces are infused with DNA and actual material from famous racing cars like the 1986 Lotus 98T-Renault. Raced for the second half of the season by Ayrton Senna - including the Hungarian GP - the 98T was the last F1 Lotus to appear in the immortal livery of black and gold. When ordering, claim your extra 10 per cent discount by adding the codeword  PETER: https://recwatches.com/next-projectImages: Pirelli, Red Bull, Scuderia Ferrari, Mercedes and Wikimedia Commons Music: Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 - Franz Liszt; Rain Over Kyoto Station - The Mini VandalsAlpinestars:https://alpinestars.comOscar Razor: Australia's highly-rated, 5-blade razors for men and women https://oscarrazor.com.au.  Follow Peter @peterdwindsorWe support the Race Against Dementia:https://raceagainstdementia.comAnd the Alora dog rescue shelter in Malaga, Spainhttps://aloradogrescue.com#standwithukraine - now, more than everAnd #Canada!Nick: you're with us always Support the showVisit: https://youtube.com/peterwindsor for F1 videos past, present and future

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Proč by měl Lewis Hamilton končit, když je teprve na začátku svého vztahu s Ferrari? Rozebíráme, za jakých okolností se tak stane. A co se druhého auta Ferrari v závodě týče, poodhalujeme, s jakými unikátními problémy se Charles Leclec potýkal, až proč takříkajíc odpadl. A koho by Ferrari vůbec nabralo jako nového pilota?! Samozřejmě se nevyhneme naší zasvěcené analýze bitvy mezi Norrisem a Piastrim a řešíme, koho z těch dvou má Zak Brown raději a jak by se to projevilo, kdyby v posledním závodě měl McLaren rozhodnout, kdo bude šampionem. Dotkli jsme se také potenciálních trestů a penalizací, přičemž Tomáš Richtr zlomil hůl jak nad sportovními komisaři, tak fanoušky, kterým představil pojem kognitivní disonance. Je toho ale mnohem, mnohem víc. Nejnovější podcast z Hungaroringu!

De Grand Prix van Hongarije was het tweede raceweekend zonder Christian Horner aan het roer als teambaas en CEO van Red Bull Racing. Zak Brown kan wel wennen aan de nieuwe situatie. De topman van McLaren stelt dat de sport zonder Horner "gezonder" is en denkt dat er nu ook van "manipulatie" minder sprake zal zijn.

Zak Brown didn't graduate high school – he was thrown out for fighting - but he loved sport. He watched his first Formula 1 race when he was 10, and became captivated by the cars, sound and speed. An appearance on a teen version of Wheel of Fortune, aged 13, won him some Cartier watches that he would later pawn for $1000, using the money to buy a go-kart and launch his racing career. But when it became clear he wouldn't reach the heights he hoped for, he had a big decision to make. He tells Evan Davis about his path to becoming boss of one of the biggest names in motorsport. Production team: Producer: Osman Iqbal Series producer: Simon Tulett Editor: Matt Willis Sound: Gareth Jones and Pete Wise Production co-ordinator: Katie Morrison

Tonight, on Trackside with Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee, they recap Alex Palou earning his 8th win of 2025 at Laguna Seca, inching closer to his fourth title and third in a row. They also talk about how Palou could clinch the title at Portland and how Pato O’Ward is the only mathematically eligible driver to catch him with just three races left. In the second segment, they look at the rest of the standings and how the leaders circle standings stand. They also talk about why the cautions took longer than usual this past weekend. To wrap up the first hour of the show, they talk about the upcoming IMSA weekend at Road America. To start the second hour of the show, they talk about the possibility of a return of the Wienie 500, and Cookie Monster giving the command for the Brickyard 400 this past weekend. They later answer fan questions on X, such as Kyle Kirkwood’s run in with Rinus VeeKay and the latest on VeeKay’s and Will Power’s future. In the penultimate segment, they look back at who is coming out of Laguna Seca with forward and negative momentum. They also talk about Zak Brown’s rookie oval test that would be “mega” and make their predictions for who it could be. In the final segment, Kevin talks a little bit about teams testing at Portland and Nashville.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What's the most interesting thing you learned about F1 racing from your interview with Zak? What do you think about clarity beating the consensus in high pressure moments? How does a leader ensure that every person on the team is tied to the overall performance of the organization? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download today in the App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get coaching from David by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to ensure you never miss an episode!

You can hire great people and set bold goals … yet still fall short. Why? Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, knows the answer. And it has less to do with talent, and more to do with something most leaders overlook. This episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build a high-performance team—and why clarity might be your most powerful tool. You'll also learn: Why exclusivity was hurting the brand—and what fixed it The mindset you need if you want long-term partnerships  How to make split-second decisions (with wisdom straight from the pit!) What most leaders miss about gathering real input Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The How Leaders Lead App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daily Insight Emails⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day Whichever you choose, you can be sure you'll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

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Tonight, on Trackside with Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee, they recap Pato O’Ward getting his second win of the year in Toronto and how it played out in the chaotic and strategic race. They also talk about what type of scenarios O’Ward could cut more into Alex Palou’s championship lead. They later talk about how incredible a weekend Rinus VeeKay and Kyffin Simpson had to earn podiums. They also talk about Santino Ferrucci missing the race with a crash in warmup and his injured hand. In the second half of the show, they talk about the latest on the 2026 silly season and schedule rumors. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they talk about Zak Brown’s warmup conversation confirming their 2026 lineup and they compare careers between Pato O’Ward and Colton Herta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 5, EPISODE 55 – Arrow McLaren takes over Toronto with winning driver Pato O'Ward and McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown, plus much more July 22, 2025 Show host Bruce Martin is back from the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto, the only international race of the IndyCar season, after seeing Arrow McLaren become the “King of Streets” in Toronto. Martin has exclusive interviews with race winner Pato O'Ward, McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown, Nolan Siegel, Linus Lundqvist, Conor Daly, Devlin DeFrancesco and Felix Rosenqvist. There is a special “Bonus Episode” of Pit Pass Indy later this week with a special preview of the Java House Grand Prix of Monterey from Monterey, California, so be on the lookout for that. On the highways, the raceways and every pit stop in between, Penske Truck Rental keeps you moving forward. Gain ground with Penske! For more INDYCAR coverage, follow Bruce Martin at X, previously known as Twitter, at @BruceMartin_500

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer chatted to us about his first year in office and took part in Kids Prime Minister's Questions.McClaren Racing CEO Zak Brown revs us up for the British Grand Prix this Sunday and gave us all the gossip behind F1 Drive to Survive.Will and Grace star Sean Hayes pops by for a chat, before his Tony award-winning play, Good Night, Oscar, opens at the Barbican Centre in London on Thursday 31st July.Join Chris, Vassos and the Class Behind The Glass every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the British Grand Prix this weekend and everyone's asking, can Lewis Hamilton can pull off a shock win for Ferrari? Is Max Verstappen moving to rivals Mercedes? And can Lando Norris stay top to take his first home trophy? For all of that and more, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman catch up with former F1 world champion Jenson Button. Plus, Mark Pougatch is live from Trafalgar Square at the McLaren Racing Live event with McLaren Racing CEO, Zak Brown, and Mark Webber, the former F1 driver who's now managing championship leader Oscar Piastri. The RedMen TV's founder Paul Machin pays tribute to the late Liverpool and Portugal striker, Diogo Jota. Plus, reaction to Owen Farrell's shock call up to the Lions squad by his dad, British Wimbledon hopes and reports that athletes are owed money from Michael Johnson's Grand Slam Track events.You can watch our full episodes on YouTube here!Executive Producer: Adonis PratsidesProducer: Sophie PenneyVideo Producer: Sam TrudgillSocial Media Editor: Calum ScotlandGuest Booker: Kirsty GiddingsTom Hughes is Editor for The News Agents podcast networkVicky Etchells is the Commissioning Editor for GlobalYou can listen to this episode on Alexa - just say "Alexa, ask Global Player to play The Sports Agents".The Sports Agents have merch! You can buy yours now here!

What. A. Race. The hills were alive with the sound of V6 turbos at the Red Bull Ring, and we're here to break it all down. In this episode, we're talking:

In this episode, Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, discusses leadership, culture, and the relentless pursuit of excellence that has propelled McLaren to the top of Formula 1. Recorded during McLaren’s turnaround in 2024, the episode delves into how strategic leadership changes, innovation, and a culture of continuous improvement have driven the team to dominate the 2025 Formula 1 season. Zak shares invaluable insights on building world-class teams, making tough leadership calls, and creating a dynamic and inclusive work environment. Episode Highlights: 03:50 Leadership and Culture at McLaren 08:22 The Importance of Fun and Engagement 16:55 Innovation and Technology at McLaren 22:06 McLaren's Journey in Formula One 23:32 Leadership Changes and Team Restructuring 27:52 Innovative Sponsorship Approaches 34:04 IndyCar Highlights and Emotional Moments As Chief Executive of McLaren Racing, Zak Brown has overall responsibility for the business, including strategic direction, operational performance, marketing and commercial development. Zak leads McLaren’s direction and involvement in professional motorsport, spearheaded by the McLaren Formula 1 team. Operating at the pinnacle of global motorsport, McLaren uses the white heat of competition to drive innovation and develop synergies across the group, including but also in Formula E, Xtreme E, IndyCar, and F1 Academy. In 1995, he founded JMI, which grew to become the largest and most successful motorsport marketing agency in the world. When JMI was acquired by CSM, a division of Chime Communications, in 2013, Brown became the company’s Chief Executive Officer. He then relinquished that post to embark on his journey at McLaren in the winter of 2016. A passionate racer, collector and enthusiast, Zak also sits on the board of Cosworth Engineering and competes and races as a partner and driver in Anglo-American racing team United Autosports. Check out these Move the Ball Motorsports Episodes: Guenther Steiner “Formula 1 Unfiltered – High Performance Beyond the Grid”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/guenther-steiner-formula-1-unfiltered-high-perform Brendan P. Keegan “Creating Purposeful Partnerships in Business and Sports”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/brendan-p-keegan-creating-purposeful-partnerships Darren Cox “Driving Innovation from Formula 1 to Hollywood”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/darren-cox-driving-innovation-from-formula-1-to-ho Mark Sibla “Driving Success and Growth with IndyCar”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/mark-sibla-driving-success-and-growth-with-indycar Alex Moeller – “Connecting Brands to Speed & Innovation”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/alex-moeller-connecting-brands-to-speed-innovation Kyle Larson “Relentless Drive. High Speed. No Limits.”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/kyle-larson-relentless-drive-high-speed-no-limits Nic Hamilton “Driven to Inspire, Living a Life Bigger Than They Expect”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/nic-hamilton-driven-to-inspire Read The Executive Edge Newsletter titled Fast Decisions, High Stakes: What Executives Can Learn from the Racetrack: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/fast-decisions-big-stakes-what-executives-can-learn-jd-llm-mba-1dufc Connect with Zak Brown: McLaren Racing Website: www.mclaren.com/racingMcLaren Instagram: www.instagram.com/mclarenMcLaren Twitter/X: @McLarenF1Download the McLaren App: www.mclaren.com/racing/latest-news/mclarenracing/article/download-official-mclaren-app/?utm_content=linkstream_link&utm_source=storystream IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:

Qu'est-il passé par la tête de Lando Norris ? Lors du GP du Canada ce week-end, le Britannique a placé une attaque suicidaire et désespérée sur Piastri, le poussant à abandonner et laissant son coéquipier avec désormais 22 points d'avance au championnat. Est-ce l'erreur de trop pour Norris ? Que doit faire McLaren ? Zak Brown doit-il désormais privilégier Piastri ? Manu, Brice et Hamza tirent les 4 enseignements de la 10ᵉ manche du championnat 2025.•⁠ ⁠Enseignement #1 : Norris, stop à la culture de l'excuse•⁠ ⁠⁠Enseignement #2 : Mercedes, beaux jours sans lendemain •⁠ ⁠⁠Enseignement #3 : Peuvent-ils faire craquer Max Versappen •⁠ ⁠⁠Enseignement #4 : Ocon, à l'audace, façon Haas !

Tonight, on Trackside with Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee, they preview this weekend’s Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at World Wide Technology Raceway! They talk about if the racing will be good on Sunday night with the hybrid, as it was last year. They also talk about if this will be a turning point for Team Penske and if David Malukas can continue his stretch of good runs at Gateway. They also talk about the new Team Penske changes ahead of this weekend due to the 24 Hours of Le Mans being this weekend. They later talk about when silly season officially kicks off. In the second segment of the show, they talk about Zak Brown and investments. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Kevin talks about recent Indy NXT testing at Iowa and where Dennis Hauger and Will Power could go for silly season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

The Team Principal Podcast returns with exciting news, as Otmar Szafnauer brings us up to speed with on his plans to get a 12th team onto the F1 grid. Alongside his deputy TP Ben Anderson, Otmar explains why he thinks F1 would benefit from a 24-car grid and how he plans to make his vision a reality.After that, Otmar and Ben go over recent events at Otmar's old team, Alpine. Otmar shares his views on the latest leadership crisis at the Anglo-French squad, and weighs in on the decision to stand down Jack Doohan just six races into his rookie season for Franco Colapinto.And finally, after some cheeky recent comments from McLaren boss Zak Brown, Otmar sets the record straight on what happened with Oscar Piastri's contract situation at Alpine, including why he was helpless to prevent McLaren poaching the current championship leader back in 2022.Get 75% off your first month when you join The Race Members' Club on Patreon today - we even have an F1-only tier! Head to patreon.com/therace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Formula One season heads to Italy as the a European triple head begins. McLaren team boss Zak Brown has quite the complicated situation on his hands as drivers Lando Norris & Oscar Piastri are fighting it out at the top of the Drivers Standings. Can Max Verstappen keep the pressure on the papaya duo? How will Ferrari handle being on the hot seat in at their first home race of the season? Can Lewis Hamilton bounce back after a rocky start? And WTF is going on at Alpine?! Nicole Brisco, Nate Saunders & Laurence Edmondson discuss it all on the latest episode of Unlapped. 00:00 Welcome 02:00 How does Zak Brown handle Lando vs Oscar? 13:00 WTF is going on at Alpine? 29:00 Who will drive for Cadillac in 2026? 35:30 Stat Of The Week 42:00 Imola Grand Prix Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Red Bull is furious, the FIA isn't budging, and McLaren just walked away clean yet again. Welcome to the fiercest off-track war in modern Formula 1.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsTensions in the F1 paddock continue to rise as Red Bull's relentless protests against McLaren continue to fall flat triggering ridicule, political backlash, and a mounting credibility crisis for Christian Horner. With Toto Wolff siding publicly with Zak Brown and the FIA consistently clearing McLaren of any wrongdoing, Red Bull's accusations are beginning to look more like desperation rather than technical policing. As of now, nothing has stuck and yet Red Bull keeps going, spending money, and eroding goodwill with every failed claim.In this video, we break down the growing rivalry between three powerhouses: Red Bull, McLaren, and Mercedes. How McLaren's brake cooling system has shown up the RB21's opposite fortunes with overheating of its tyres and why Wolff's strategic support may have deeper implications. Could the FIA grow tired of Red Bull's constant protests?

In this episode of The Deal, Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly talk about McLaren Racing’s success at the Miami Grand Prix, with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris finishing first and second on the podium. Then, they speak with Zak Brown about how McLaren Racing came back from the brink of bankruptcy to be a winning team. Brown tells the hosts how he and his drivers deal with media scrutiny, why Netflix and Brad Pitt are crucial to Formula One’s growth, and he turns the tables for a lightning round of questions for A-Rod. You can also watch this interview on the Bloomberg Podcasts YouTube page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zak Brown joins Jimmy Rollins & Ryan Howard to talk racing, baseball, and memorabilia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Acabó el fin de semana al sprint en Miami y, aunque no nos gustara mucho el circuito ni el formato del fin de semana, estuvo bastante bien. Desde el Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1 nos alegramos de que, al menos, hubiera muchos líos en las dos carreras, polémicas, grandes adelantamientos, condiciones mixtas y muchos de los ingredientes de un gran fin de semana de carreras. No es oro todo lo que reluce Bien es cierto, que buena parte de la carrera del domingo fue bastante lenta y la estrategia tampoco ayudó a mejorar el espectáculo; ni la llegada de la lluvia, que no ocurrió nunca. Pero a mí el fin de semana me dejó buen sabor de boca, la verdad. Cuarta victoria de Piastri en seis carreras, líder sólido del Mundial: ¿cómo es la situación en McLaren? Porque el año pasado Zak Brown hablaba de que comenzaba la era de Norris, pero está siendo, por ahora (aunque es pronto, sin duda), la de Piastri. En cualquier caso, si hay que sacar conclusiones después de 6 pruebas: ¿ahora sí asusta McLaren, con altas temperaturas en pista? La Sprint, la carrera del sábado. Al ser un fin de semana con formato Sprint, el viernes mismo tuvimos acción de la buena y vaya si nos divertimos, sobre todo cuando vimos a Kimi Antonelli sacarse la Pole para Mercedes. Tanto él como su padre estaban que no se lo creían,… aunque Toto Wolff sí que estaba contento con lo que esperaba de su pupilo. Valoración de la primera pole de Antonelli: ¿es el resultado del crecimiento sin presión de un gran talento? Sin embargo, el sábado le superó su falta de experiencia: en la primera curva ya había perdido la posición, de una forma un poco “poco limpia”, pero la había perdido y no hubo sanciones por parte de los comisarios. La carrera, con Safety Car incluido por choque de Alonso, la ganó Norris. Domingo, la lluvia que no llegó. Ya en la noche (en Europa) del sábado pudimos disfrutar de la clasificación para la carrera larga, la del domingo. Y esta vez la pole se la llevó Verstappen, que saca de su coche - que parece más un coche de clasificación que de carrera - lo que no tiene. Aunque su compañero tampoco lo hizo mal. Pero, centrándonos en el domingo, tuvimos mucha acción… en la primera parte de la carrera. En la salida, Verstappen 1º, echa fuera a Norris, que pierde posiciones (6º). Antonelli se coloca 2º. Pero la posición le dura poco: Piastri lo pasa y, desde la vuelta 8 a la 14, tenemos una preciosa lucha Piastri-Verstappen, con defensas monumentales por parte de Verstappen con un coche, objetivamente, peor. También tuvimos una gran remontada de Norris de 6º, y pasando a los Mercedes, hasta llegar a 2º, pero a mucha distancia de Piastri. También hay que destacar lo que le costó a Norris pasar a Verstappen (entre las vueltas 15 y 18) frente a su compañero de equipo. Está claro que es rápido, pero le faltan muchas cosas (salidas el año pasado, adelantamientos éste, errores), y así le va a costar trabajo convertirse en Campeón del Mundo, por mucho que tenga el mejor coche - que también tiene su compañero de equipo y que no perdona. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Nächster Fahrertausch in der Formel 1? Nach Liam Lawson könnte es Jack Doohan treffen, der von Franco Colapinto ersetzt werden könnte. Während Oscar Piastri seinen dritten Sieg in Folge einfährt, macht Lando Norris wieder vermeidbare Fehler, die ihm aktuell die Nummer 1-Rolle im Team von Zak Brown kosten. Ralf Schumacher und Peter Hardenacke sprechen in der neuen Ausgabe von "Backstage Boxengasse" über die Situation bei McLaren und wie sich Lando Norris aus seiner Krise kämpfen könnte. Sie schauen auch auf Ferrari, bei denen der Druck im Team nach einem enttäuschenden Wochenende in Miami steigt. Und Max Verstappen? Muss er die Weltmeisterschaft schon abschreiben? Jeden Dienstag nehmen euch Ralf Schumacher und Peter Hardenacke mit auf eine packende Reise hinter die Kulissen der Königsklasse des Motorsports. Überall, wo es Podcasts gibt.

Ever wonder what it takes to run one of the fastest and most elite teams on the planet? On this episode of Golf Underground, the crew welcomes Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing and a true master of speed, sales, and strategy. From chasing Mickey Mantle as a kid to leading a 1,000-person Formula 1 operation, Zak breaks down the mental grind of racing, what separates winners from losers, how to build a culture that elite drivers want to be part of—and how AI, tire tricks, and track-day politics all factor into the future of F1.If you think golf is tough, wait until you hear what goes down on the pit wall.Must-Hear Insights and Key MomentsZak Brown shares how a childhood obsession with Mickey Mantle turned into a global racing empire.The crew cracks up as Zak tells how he dodged trouble and found racing through "the long way around."Zak reveals the behind-the-scenes pressure of leading McLaren's 1,000-person Formula 1 operation.AI, tire data, and driver instincts collide in a conversation about how F1 teams win—or completely blow it.Zak and Wardo compare the egos of F1 drivers to pro athletes in other sports, and it gets spicy.George Brett wants to know if there's such a thing as cheating in F1—Zak's answer doesn't disappoint.Brian Sullivan digs into leadership: how Zak handles high-performance people under pressure.Zak drops his golf game stat line—including the story behind the best par he's ever made.The crew dives into Drive to Survive, McLaren's media rise, and whether F1 fame helps or hurts performance.Final lightning round: Zak faces the Golf Underground Emergency 9 with answers that cover fantasy baseball, leadership, and vintage cars.Words of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode"The best teams don't just hire smart people—they build cultures winners want to join." – Zak Brown"If you take one second off mentally in a race car, you're in the wall." – Zak Brown"We're not guessing out here—Formula 1 is a thousand-person operation." – Zak Brown"AI can't measure guts. Not yet." – Zak Brown"Winning used to be about money. Now it's about people." – Zak Brown"In motorsports, you beg for forgiveness, not ask for permission." – Zak Brown"I shot 92 today, but I also made the best par of my life." – Zak Brown"Drivers aren't just athletes—they're pilots, boxers, and chess masters in one." – Zak Brown"The best leaders know when to put an arm around the shoulder—and when to kick some ass." – Zak Brown"You're running a Formula 1 team, and still managing a fantasy baseball roster? That's elite multitasking." – Brian Sullivan"You get more tech in a race car than a spaceship, and still, some guy will blow it on tire strategy." – Kevin Ward"Zak's out here leading McLaren and still remembers every stat from Mickey Mantle—respect." – George BrettAbout ZakZak Brown is CEO of McLaren Racing, a position to which he was appointed in April 2018 after joining McLaren in November 2016 as Executive Director of McLaren Technology Group. In his role, Zak has overall responsibility for the McLaren Racing organisation, including the strategic direction, operational performance, marketing and commercial development of the McLaren Formula 1 and IndyCar programmes. After a professional racing career in the US and Europe, Zak founded the agency JMI in 1995, which grew to become the largest motorsport marketing agency in the world and was acquired by Chime Communications PLC in 2013 as part of its sports marketing division, CSM. Brown was appointed the company's Chief Executive Officer before joining McLaren. Zak is chairman and co-owner of United Autosports and was a board member of Cosworth Engineering and non-executive chairman of the Motorsport Network. Born and raised in California, Zak lives with his family near McLaren in Surrey, UK.Follow Zak Brown⁠Instagram⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠Facebook⁠X⁠Follow ‘Golf Underground with Wardo, Sully, and George'⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠

In a very special episode of The Race F1 podcast, recorded at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Edd Straw speaks to Lando Norris, Lando's race engineer Will Joseph, and McLaren CEO Zak Brown as they approach the one-year anniversary of that breakthrough victory at the Miami Grand Prix in 2024.After discussing, with Joseph, McLaren's progress over the last 12 months and the 'privilege' of being able to fight for the world title, Norris opens up about the 'complicated' process of extracting that last tenth of performance from a car - and how easy it is to make unforced errors when you're not completely comfortable.Following that, Edd speaks to Zak Brown about how he's built McLaren into a F1's current standard setters, both on and off track, with Brown explaining, amongst other things, why he wanted Andrea Stella to lead the race team and why he wouldn't want to swap either of his drivers for anyone else.CLAIM A FREE MONTH ON PATREON ⁠HERE⁠ - GET THERE BEFORE ALL THE CODES ARE CLAIMED! Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon today - we even have an F1-only tier! Head to ⁠Patreon.com/therace ⁠ Follow The Race on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠X ⁠and ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Watch a video of this podcast on ⁠⁠YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a very special episode of The Race F1 podcast, recorded at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Edd Straw speaks to Lando Norris, Lando's race engineer Will Joseph, and McLaren CEO Zak Brown as they approach the one-year anniversary of that breakthrough victory at the Miami Grand Prix in 2024. After discussing, with Joseph, McLaren's progress over the last 12 months and the 'privilege' of being able to fight for the world title, Norris opens up about the 'complicated' process of extracting that last tenth of performance from a car - and how easy it is to make unforced errors when you're not completely comfortable. Following that, Edd speaks to Zak Brown about how he's built McLaren into a F1's current standard setters, both on and off track, with Brown explaining, amongst other things, why he wanted Andrea Stella to lead the race team and why he wouldn't want to swap either of his drivers for anyone else. CLAIM A FREE MONTH ON PATREON ⁠HERE⁠ - GET THERE BEFORE ALL THE CODES ARE CLAIMED! Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon today - we even have an F1-only tier! Head to ⁠Patreon.com/therace ⁠ Follow The Race on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠X ⁠and ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Watch a video of this podcast on ⁠⁠YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yes, it's the Monday after the Saudi Arabian GP, which means that Cameron is grilling Peter about THAT first-corner incident; the post-race demeanour of Max; Lando's Magical Mystery Tour; Zak Brown's master plan; Lewis; Charles; Merc...and all things F1-contentious. It's latte-time, in other words, or "time for a run" - whichever gets you going.With thanks to Jetcraft, the world's largest buyer and seller of executive jets:https://jetcraft.comTo OEM Exclusive, the passionate suppliers of OEM upgrades for exotic and high-performance vehiclesTo TrackNinja, a lap-timer and data app designed to help users improve their on-track car and driver performance through analysis and an innovative Data Garage. A lite version is free; the loaded edition is US$9.99 pcm or $99.99 yearlyhttps://trackninja.appAnd to REC Watches, whose timepieces are infused with DNA and actual material from famous racing cars like the Lotus 98T-Renault - driven by Ayrton Senna in 1986 - or the GT40s raced in 1967 by Shelby American, Essex Wire and Sid TaylorWhen ordering your REC watch, mention "Peter" and claim a special 10 per cent discount.https://recwatches.comAnd a special thanks to Cameron, who can be followed on: @CameronCcTVAlpinestars:https://alpinestars.comOscar Razor: Australia's highly-rated, 5-blade razors for men and women https://oscarrazor.com.au.  Check out the language options on all our YouTube videos: just go to settings and select your preferred audio trackFollow Peter @peterdwindsorWe support the Race Against Dementia:https://raceagainstdementia.comAnd the Alora dog rescue shelter in Malaga, Spainhttps://aloradogrescue.com#standwithukraine - now, more than everAnd #Canada!Nick: you're with us alwaysVisit: https://youtube.com/peterwindsor for F1 videos past, present and future

Tom Clarkson is joined in the Jeddah paddock by nine-time Le Mans winner, Tom Kristensen, and two-time Le Mans podium finisher and F1TV analyst, Alex Brundle, to dissect the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Oscar Piastri now leads the World Championship by 10 points after securing his third victory of the season. How has ‘confidence' made him faster? And will his mindset change now he's the one with a target on his back? Lando Norris joins the pod after recovering from his crash in qualifying to climb from P10 to P4. He reveals what he did differently before the race to relax and why he puts so much pressure on himself to perform, while McLaren CEO Zak Brown explains why their rivals may not be as far behind as the Constructor Standings lead us to believe. Plus, after Max Verstappen's sensational pole lap and P2 finish, are we seeing signs of a Red Bull recovery? Is Max Verstappen still capable of winning a fifth title in a row? And should Red Bull focus all their energy on improving their 2025 car rather than 2026?  Also on the agenda: how did Charles Leclerc secure Ferrari's first Grand Prix podium of the season? Where does the data suggest Lewis Hamilton is struggling with the car? Why were Mercedes slower in the race than in qualifying? And what did Williams get right to achieve a double points finish? *** WIN A £100 F1® STORE VOUCHER, A  LEGO F1® COLLECTION BUNDLE + MORE THIS EASTER WITH F1 UNLOCKED Thanks to F1 Unlocked, you can win an amazing F1® Partner prize bundle, which includes: £100 F1® Store voucher, 2025 Miami Grand Prix poster, Puma F1® Racing Jacket, Hot Wheels F1® diecast bundle and a LEGO F1® collection bundle Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. To enter - go to f1/com/Easter-unlocked-podcast. Full terms and conditions are on that page too. Entries close on Tuesday 22nd of April. It's All To Drive For. Be there! Book your seat at a 2025 Grand Prix – tickets.formula1.com

Zak Brown is the CEO of McLaren Racing, the second-oldest Formula 1 team. When he joined in 2016, McLaren was in a difficult spot — lagging behind in race wins, sponsorships, and morale. Brown set out to transform the team by elevating their in-house racing technology and fostering active collaboration. He led the team to win the F1 Constructors’ Championship last year, their first one after more than 25 years. In this episode, Oz visits McLaren's headquarters to speak with Brown about how the team made their comeback, and what they’re doing to keep their edge this season. Plus, he shares his candid reflections on #LandoNoWins and Netflix’s Drive to Survive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Jennifer explores the critical topic of building influence in your industry. Jen shares six key strategies to help you stand out: leveraging thought leadership, networking with purpose, solving key industry problems, personal branding, visibility, and forming strategic partnerships. She emphasizes the importance of providing value, building genuine relationships, and being consistent. Jen also highlights additional resources like her Executive Edge Newsletter and Move the Ball Digital Workbooks to further aid career growth. Tune in for actionable insights to dominate your game and build lasting influence. Episode Highlights: 01:33 Building Influence in Your Industry 04:18 Thought Leadership 09:34 Solving Key Industry Problems 11:47 Personal Branding 14:15 Increasing Visibility 15:35 Strategic Partnerships Episodes Mentioned: MTB Podcast - Mastering Your Unique Value Proposition: https://bit.ly/MasteringUVP MTB Podcast w/McLaren Racing CEO, Zak Brown: https://bit.ly/zakbrown MTB Podcast with Guenther Steiner: https://bit.ly/theguenthersteiner MTB Podcast with Nic Hamilton: https://bit.ly/4j3nGzu IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:

What does the CEO of a Formula 1 team actually do? What happens in the F1 boss group chat? How are McLaren going to handle their drivers in 2025? Who decides who gets to go on the podium to collect the Constructors' Trophy? Zak Brown answered these questions and more on-stage at the Australian Grand Prix. Christian invited F1 Explains listeners Chloe, Samantha, Lauren and Katy to ask Zak their questions, including whether Zak will be celebrating success with more tattoos or shoeys. Send us your F1 questions Drivers? Cars? Something else you want to know more about? Send your email or voice note to F1Explains@F1.com Listen to more official F1 podcasts In-depth interviews on F1 Beyond The Grid Expert reaction on F1 Nation Join us at a Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2025 Go to tickets.formula1.com to book your seat

With two race wins from two at the start of the 2025 F1 season, McLaren couldn't have got off to a better start in the defence of their constructors' world title. So what better time to look back on exactly how they achieved that success in 2024? In this bonus episode of F1: Back at Base - How To Go Racing, Holly Samos and Sarah Holt take you behind the scenes at McLaren as they finally became World Champions again after a 26-year wait. McLaren are one of the most decorated teams in F1, winning 21 World titles in total, and in this bonus episode hear exclusive interviews with Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, Andrea Stella, Zak Brown, and more insight from those driving the championship from inside the McLaren Technology Centre and how they plan to do it all again in 2025 and beyond.

Sailing a ship is effortless when seas are calm and the wind is blowing in the right direction. And in business, it's easier to feel confident and in control when conditions are idyllic, profits are high and growth is steady.   But what do you do when a storm hits? How do you turn things around and not only weather the storm, but emerge stronger? Turnarounds are challenging - in fact, within business, 70% of them fail. And the weight of expectation can test even the most experienced leaders and teams. So, what can we learn about the mechanics of managing a successful turnaround from the people who've done it? That's what we're exploring with Zak Brown, CEO at McLaren Racing, and Pauline Biddle, partner in M&A at Deloitte UK, in this episode of The Green Room as we ask: What does it take to turn things around? Tune in to find out: The essential first step all leaders must take when beginning a turnaround. How cultural change affects commercial success – and vice versa. Zak's advice to leaders who find themselves under pressure. What kind of mistakes are important to make while turning a business around. Enjoyed this episode? Check our website for our recommendations to learn more about this topic: deloitte.co.uk/greenroompodcasts You can also watch our episodes on Youtube: youtube.com/@DeloitteUK  Scope here:  scope.org.uk   Guests: Zak Brown, CEO at McLaren Racing, and Pauline Biddle, partner at Deloitte Hosts: Lizzie Elston and Annie Wong Original music: Ali Barrett

Send us a textIn this interview with  @peterwindsor we react to the Australian Grand Prix and discuss why Max Verstappen would have beaten Lando Norris in equal machinery. Why  @peterwindsor is disappointed in Oscar Piastri's performance in Australia and what this might mean for the F1 driver's championship 2025. Should Oscar Piastri have been able to capitalise on Lando Norris' mistake in the wet like Verstappen did and how will this affect the dynamic at Mclaren for the rest of the season.  @peterwindsor discusses why he would've leveraged team orders like Zak Brown did during the Australian Grand Prix. We discuss the mayhem at Ferrari and why he feels that Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton was disrespectful in the way they spoke to their race engineers. We discuss what Ferrari can do going forward to improve and why F1 teams are doing rookies a disservice. We argue about the extent of McLaren's car dominance and whether they will have more time in hand at the Chinese Grand Prix this weekend.- become a member -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxyxUe_jRskL8xH7n580Ecw/join- where to find me -Twitter: https://twitter.com/CxmeronCcBusiness Email : cxmeronf1@gmail.com#f1 #formula1 #f1news #f12024 #verstappen #norris #landonorris #hamilton  #podcast #mclaren  #redbull #ferrari

There’s two guests for this special Australian Grand Prix-view. First up Guenther Steiner. He’s back on Rusty’s Garage ahead of the F1 season opener. We get Guenther’s observations of the talented rookies lining up on grid this year and how Oscar Piastri might just break the Aussie podium drought at home. How difficult it is to manage two No. 1 drivers….will Zak Brown end up with a few more greys in 2025? Plus the hype around Hamilton. There’s so much excitement about Lewis and Ferrari. Does Steiner think Formula 1’s most famous team can give the 7-time World Champion what he needs for more success? And after the break Rusty chats to Australian Grand Prix CEO Travis Auld at Albert Park. What’s new for ‘25 now it’s back to round 1 on the calendar? How the fans will get to experience a very special celebration IF we all do the right thing. There’s a great vibe in Melbourne. It feels like F1 has taken over the city with reminders of the race on billboards everywhere! How, like the Australian Tennis Open, this event has become a darling in the Victorian major event offering and the ROI it’s now giving tax payers. If you can’t be trackside catch all the action on Ten Sport from 11.30am on Friday, 10am Saturday and Sunday is massive kicking off at 8.30am. For more details go to 10play.com.au Head to Rusty's Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know who you want to hear from on Rusty's Garage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McLaren F1's massive Oscar Piastri deal could backfire spectacularlyClimb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMcLaren just stunned the Formula 1 community by dropping a major announcement about Oscar Piastri's future, securing the Australian driver until potentially 2028 with a jaw-dropping pay rise that matches teammate Lando Norris. But is this groundbreaking deal a strategic masterstroke or a ticking time bomb? With Red Bull's Christian Horner openly praising Piastri, many are questioning if McLaren's Zak Brown acted hastily, sparking fresh intrigue around Formula 1's driver market dynamics. Could equal salaries and the "team-first" approach actually cause internal friction, especially if Norris starts feeling undervalued or uncertain about his future role within the team?Meanwhile, cryptic hints from Norris himself about Ferrari indicate that even McLaren's golden boy might already be eyeing his next big career move. As the stakes rise, rival teams and drivers will undoubtedly watch closely, waiting for any cracks to show. Are McLaren's equal driver policies destined for greatness or a recipe for chaos? Watch now to find out what this means for Oscar Piastri, Lando Norris, and the future of McLaren in Formula 1.McLaren STUNS F1 as Piastri equals Norrishttps://youtu.be/NqaVDEVIUdE

Christian's just about to leave for the Australian Grand Prix, but before he goes he's got all the details of F1 Explains LIVE in Melbourne - with special guest, McLaren CEO Zak Brown F1 Explains LIVE at the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix 2025 F1 Fanzone Stage, near the Brabham Grandstand 1130-1200, Saturday March 15th Got a ticket for the track on Saturday? You can come to the show If you'll be at the race and have a question for Zak Brown, email it to F1Explains@F1.com - we might be able to make you part of the show F1 Explains will return with a brand new episode on Friday March 14th Be at a race this season! Grandstands, general admission + hospitality at tickets.formula1.com

Como ya se vio en el primer episodio de la semana del Podcast Técnica Formula 1, el panorama está ya calentito en la máxima categoría. Y es que ya tenemos las presentaciones de los monoplazas encima. Y, además, el Gran Circo no deja de dar noticias. Esta semana empiezan. Esta misma semana veremos ya la presentación del Williams y del Haas, viernes y domingo. Así que veremos ya el monoplaza de uno de los dos españoles en la parrilla, cosa que no está nada mal. En Haas, por cierto, ya han anunciado que se comprometen a dar instrucciones claras a los nuevos pilotos Ocon y Bearman para evitar disputas internas. Y en junio, tenemos película. Podemos ser fans del actor, o no, pero seguro que todos los aficionados iremos al cine a ver la nueva película de Brad Pitt, aunque no sea por verle a él, sino a aquellos a los que sí seguimos y conocemos bien. Como a Guenther Steiner… Eso sí, todavía habrá que esperar hasta junio, hasta casi el Gran Premio de Austria, para poder verla. Pero después de todo lo que vimos en las pistas la temporada pasada, estamos deseando ver el resultado. Ecclestone, Hamilton y Alonso. Nuestro querido y añorado Bernie Ecclestone vuelve a ser noticia. Y es que ha avisado a Ferrari de que Hamilton “no durará más de dos años”. Pero el que parece que dura y no tiene fin es Alonso. Rob Smedley ha hablado sobre el piloto:"La personalidad que ves no es la que encuentras en elequipo. Fernando es muy competitivo, un auténtico activo para el equipo. Quiere ganar siempre, a cualquier precio. Eso hace que sea alguien a quien deseas tener a tu lado. Lo necesitas desesperadamente en tu equipo porque es tan duro y tan intenso que contagia a la gente de ese deseo de estar delante”. Y eso dice mucho de un piloto con su edad, al que muchos, ya hace mucho tiempo, daban por acabado y que está dando noticias, espectáculo y mucha esperanza a su equipo. Sulayem se explica y Zack Brown habla de las reglas. Aparte de hablar de que Pérez, que salió de Red Bull a final del año pasado, podría estar en la órbita de Cadillac para 2026 y buscando asiento para los 24 horas de Le Mans, también hay que hablar de reglas, a través de los ojos de Sulayem y de los de Zack Brown, CEO de McLaren. Ha dicho Sulayem (a propósito de la normativa sobre lenguaje): "Nuestros pilotos y nuestros embajadores tienen que salir y enviar mensajes claros. ¿Vamos a permitirles que utilicen malas palabras? Tenemos que respetar. La FIA se basa en el respeto, ése es nuestro fundamento y así seguirá siendo". Ha ido más allá, hablando de las normas para con los pilotos: ”¿Cómo trato a los pilotos? Como a mis hijos y a mis hijas. Sinceramente, los trato con pasión, con amor. Los trato con comprensión. He estado allí. Quiero que triunfen. Pero también la disciplina es muy importante para ellos. No estamos aquí para castigar a nadie. Sólo estamos aquí para hacer un buen deporte. Dar ejemplo en el deporte es muy importante. Si sigues adelante y dices malas palabras, entonces tus hijos no querrán ir allí. Los padres dirán: 'no vayas a esto'. Si quieres decir esas palabras, las dices donde quieras. No es asunto nuestro. Pero no utilicen la plataforma de la FIA para estos incidentes innecesarios. No tienes por qué ser de ninguna cultura para aceptarlo, es la naturaleza. Tienen que usar su sentido común y saber qué está mal y qué está bien”. Zak Brown, por su parte, tiene su punto de vista sobre las reglas, aunque a él le interesan más las deportivas: "Creo que las regulaciones son demasiadas. Sabemos quién llega primero al vértice, pero no hemos pensado en lo que sucede si no puede hacer el giro. Creo que Max hizo un gran trabajo al comprender exactamente lo que dicen las reglas"; "Me gustaría que diéramos un paso atrás, que relajáramos las reglas, que tuviéramos comisarios a tiempo completo, gente que haya estado en las carreras y que pueda tomar una decisión un poco más subjetiva sobre si estuvo bien o mal… aunque siempre habrá momentos en que se equivoquen”. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined by McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown for episode 250 of The Intercooler podcast. Having orchestrated one of the most remarkable turnarounds F1 has ever seen, taking one of the slowest teams on the grid in early 2023 to the constructors' championship in 2024, Brown has his sights set on more title glory in 2025. He explains how he reorganised the team to lead it back to the front, how McLaren almost lost the title by seven-tenths of a second, and why drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri can step up to another level in 2025.Use coupon code pod15 at checkout to get 15% off a subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine! With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about Tim Cindric stepping down as president of Team Penske but will retain the same role as Penske’s IndyCar program. They also recap last week’s testing from the Thermal Club and how well Prema and Robert Shwartzman did along with Andretti and Marcus Ericsson, as well as preview the next test at Sebring. Later, they talk about the revealing of Andretti’s liveries for the 2025 season, with new notables of Kyle Kirkwood with Chili’s and Marcus Ericsson reuniting with Bryant. Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt answer fan questions from X, starting with the latest update on Fox’s latest streaming platform. They also talk about the latest about who could land the final seat for Coyne and who could be in the booth and pits for IndyCar and Indy NXT. To wrap up the first hour of the show, they talk about Jack William Miller driving for Abel Motorsports with Miller Vinatieri Motorsports and preview the second hour. To start the second hour of the show, Kevin and Curt talk about what they learned from content days with the drivers asking for a new car for potentially the 2027 season. Drivers asked for a lighter car, easier passing, and power steering. They also talk about Santino Ferrucci being very optimistic about how the upcoming season will go for him and for A.J. Foyt Enterprises. Later, they talk about how well David Malukas will do for Foyt and how he could fit in a future with Penske. Later in the second hour of the program, they talk about Zak Brown’s state of the sport. Then to wrap up another addition of the show, Kevin talks about Ford returning to WEC, a possible return to Adelaide, and the Las Vegas F1 race moving up two hours earlier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we have a special interview with newly minted F1 World Champion team boss, Zak Brown. Zak has been McLaren's CEO since 2018, but it's taken him several attempts to get the right team structure and management team to bring a first Constructors' World Championship since the heady days of 1998. Zak has developed into a strong leader and here he shares some of his management techniques. He used to run sports marketing businesses and was recognised as one of the best sponsorship brokers in the sport for a decade, but an F1 team has many more departments, all of which have to be high-performing. So what was the secret to finally getting McLaren in shape to deliver the title? Does he regret not being more ruthless at certain races in 2024, which might have given Lando Norris a better shot at winning the drivers' title? Why does he feel the FIA must make serious changes to the refereeing of the sport in the stewards' room? And do McLaren start the 2025 season as Championship favourites? In the studio to analyse with James are Autosport's Editor-in-Chief Rebecca Clancy and Chief Motorsport Writer Ben Hunt. Send your comments or questions to: @jamesallenonf1 on X/Twitter or jamesallenonf1@autosport.com. Producer: Dre Harrison A Motorsport Studios production for Autosport

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about Curt’s recent induction into the Indiana Sportswriters & Sportscasters Association Hall of Fame. They talk about McLaren and Zak Brown eyeing an expansion into sportscars and it could potentially impact their IndyCar and Formula E teams. They also talk about Jimmie Johnson becoming the majority owner of Legacy Motor Club along with Knighthead Capital Management taking a minority stake. There are also reports according to Tony Donohue, that Jimmie Johnson could co-own an Indianapolis 500 ride with Tom Brady for Chip Ganassi Racing and Sebastien Bourdais being the driver. They also talk about Takuma Sato being in high talks for another Indy 500 one-off. Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt talk about Penske Entertainment will take over promoting the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix. To wrap up the first hour of the show, Kevin answers some fan questions from X and previews the second hour. To start the second hour of the show, Kevin and Curt talk about what the practice schedule could look like for the IndyCar season. They recap the 24 Hours of Daytona with Porsche Penske going back-to-back as Felipe Nasr, Nick Tandy, and Laurens Vanthoor being the overall winners. They also talk about how other IndyCar drivers finished in the race and how the TV crew managed themselves for 24 hours. Later, they talk about ticket prices for the Thermal Club race. Later in the second hour of the program, they talk about the second FOX IndyCar driver commercial featuring Alex Palou, and that there will be one more with Pato O’Ward and more commercials during the Super Bowl. Then to wrap up another addition of the show, Kevin recaps the results of the IndyCar testing at Thermal Club and previews the NASCAR Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the incredible 2024 Championship Race, Jake and Damian chats with the CEO of McLaren Racing, Zak Brown, to unpack the incredible moments and emotions surrounding the final race. Zak opens up about the behind-the-scenes moments leading up to the race day and how he fostered a winning mentality within his team.He also talks about working with Andrea Stella, the valuable lessons learned along the way, and the emotional intelligence required to support drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri through the intense highs and challenging lows of Formula 1. From leading a 1,000-strong team to making split-second, high-stakes decisions, he discusses the mindset shifts and strategies that keep McLaren at the forefront of competition. This episode offers an inspiring deep dive into leadership, teamwork, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in one of the world's most demanding sports.

Tonight's guest founded the Slot Mods brand in 2007 and serves in the dual role of designer and lead artist for each commissioned project. Every Slot Mods track bears David Beattie's signature passion, artistry, and meticulous attention to detail. David grew up in a suburb of Detroit with ten siblings, one who worked for McLaren Racing's Can Am team. His love of auto racing began when Peter Revson's Can Am car appeared on a car hauler in the family's driveway. He is a fan of all things motorsports, including Formula 1, NASCAR, and sports car racing and he's here tonight to chat with us about how he turned his passion Slot Car Racing into a second career.  David's creations have been featured in publications across the globe including Car and Driver, Sports Illustrated, and CNBC, and he has made appearances on Jay Leno's Garage, The Today Show, Discovery Channel, the BBC, Galileo, and multiple enthusiasts' podcasts, including this one!  Inspired by legendary circuits from around the world, Slot Mods creates wooden 1:32 scale MegaTracks. Every inch of these raceways, from the corkscrews to the chicanes, from the paddocks to the pits, right down to the mounting bolts on the aluminum guardrails, is handmade with incredible precision and built to withstand years of intense racing action. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00:00 Introduction to Break/Fix Podcast 00:00:27 Meet David Beattie: Founder of Slot Mods 00:00:45 David's Early Life and Motorsports Passion 00:00:57 The Influence of McLaren and Family 00:01:26 From Childhood to Slot Car Enthusiast 00:04:47 Reconnecting with Slot Car Racing 00:06:15 The Birth of Slot Mods 00:09:30 Building the First Custom Tracks 00:13:43 Expanding the Business and Early Success 00:16:01 Meeting Celebrities and Gaining Recognition 00:22:16 Designing and Building Custom Tracks 00:27:28 Collaborations with Pro Drivers 00:29:12 Zak Brown and Bobby Rahal Stories 00:32:11 Building Tracks for Racing Legends 00:37:20 DIY Slot Car Track Tips 00:43:35 Choosing the Right Slot Car Scale 00:52:31 Custom Slot Cars and 3D Printing 00:57:55 Future Projects and Personal Passions 01:02:28 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/ Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/

Jon Noble and Alex Kalinauckas report live from the paddock for a review of Friday's action from Austin, Texas. The war of words continued between McLaren and Red Bull team bosses Zak Brown and Christian Horner, with Brown calling for a deeper investigation into the Bull's "Bib" device, despite the FIA calling it a "non-story", as Horner claims Brown's starting a fire in someone else's house... Meanwhile on the track, Max Verstappen captured his first pole of any kind since June as he beat George Russell to Sprint Pole by just 12 thousandths of a second. The duo talk about where Max's pole was won, whether Red Bull has caught up to McLaren's speed, and where an upgraded Mercedes factors into the fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tonight, on Trackside, we have a lot of news to talk about! Kevin and Curt start the show by talking about Keanu Reeves racing at IMS. They discuss Rossi moving to Ed Carpenter Racing, and how he can help Ed Carpenter Racing become a better team. They also talk about Christian Rasmussen going to ECR as well. They debate on who will be in the Juncos lineup, and Jamie Chadwick's test at IMS. Kevin talks about how she could benefit from another year of Indy NXT.  Later, Kevin and Curt talk about the big news that Michael Andretti has stepped down from his leadership role at Andretti. They talk about who will take over in Andretti's stead, and what will happen to the team's name. They speculate if the reason Andretti stepped down was because of F1 refusing to have the Andretti branding. They also discuss Wayne Taylor Racing removing the Andretti name from their branding.  To round out the first hour, Kevin previews the next hour.  In the second hour of the show, Kevin and Curt look at some tweets by fans. They talk about the group that Zak Brown and Michael Andretti formed called Andretti Acquisition Corp. II, and what the purpose of the organization is. Could it be to buy IndyCar? They also answer a question about other investors being added to IndyCar to help with growing the series. They also talk about the schedule, and the importance of avoiding football.  Later, Kevin and Curt talk about the likelihood of returning to some previous tracks that fans have been vying for several seasons. They talk about if they will ever go back to Phoenix and Watkins Glen. They also talk about the possibility of Daniel Riccardo racing IndyCar, and his fear of ovals.  To end the show, Kevin reviews what they missed, including if the IMS oval test will be open to the public. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. sets out to learn more about the world of open wheel motorsports as he sits down with the CEO of McLaren Racing Zak Brown. Big news brought the open wheel executive to town as McLaren joined Hendrick Motorsports in announcing that Kyle Larson will return to the Indianapolis 500 in 2025 for another attempt at the Memorial Day double. Zak explains how the partnership with Rick Hendrick came together through an adoration for his race team, which he views as a North American equivalent of McLaren. He also credits Larson's versatility with being reminiscent of yesteryear's drivers like A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti. As McLaren continues to flourish open wheel racing, Zak says his sights are set on becoming a top-outfit in the sports car ranks, competing in both WEC and IMSA in the future.Zak's background in racing can be traced to the 1981 Long Beach Grand Prix, which he attended with his parents and brother. A successful appearance on Wheel of Fortune when he was 13 and advice from Mario himself led to a door opening in go-kart racing, which Zak entered and never looked back. After finding a knack for securing sponsorship, Zak realized he was better fit on the marketing end of the sport and started his own company, Just Marketing, Inc., which quickly rose to being one of the top businesses in racing. Zak would sell the company and find himself at a professional crossroads before being faced with the ultimate career decision: be in line to one day run Formula One or help direct McLaren Racing. Thanks to his love of competition, Zak took the position at the legendary race team and helped it return to its former glory at the forefront of the racing world.Dale and Zak share one strong common thread, through Dale Earnhardt Sr.'s 1980s Nova, which currently resides in the JR Motorsports garage. Zak was a longtime owner of the vehicle before Dale Jr. was able to acquire it through auction, and he shares an incredible story of how he was able to confirm its authenticity.

Rosanna and the team look ahead to the Dutch Grand Prix. They assess where the top teams are after the summer break. McLaren boss Zak Brown tells us how even he's surprised that his team are fighting for the championship. We hear from Carlos Sainz on his move to Williams. And how much of a blow is it to Red Bull that sporting director Jonathan Wheatley is leaving the team?