Best Fernando Alonso Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 119. Man in the Mirror. McLarens Self Sabotage at the Qatar Grand Prix. 38:20

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The 2025 Qatar Grand Prix delivered a lifetime's worth of Formula 1 conspiracy theories. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for full race coverage, including: The reasons behind McLaren "sabotaging" Oscar's race. We entertain all your conspiracy theories. And our picks for who now wins the F1 2025 driver's championship. Plus, we ask more b…

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Episode 118. If you like it then you shoulda put a ring on it. All that happened at the Las Vegas Grand Prix 2025. 41:13

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This is not over! Lando Norris, disqualified. Both McLarens, disqualified! Max Verstappen now in P2 with 2 races to go! Relive our shock and awe from the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix. How did McLaren allow this to happen? Is there enough time for Max Verstappen to claim his 5th championship? Will Lewis quit? Also, why Lewis should quit. How F1 became …

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Episode 117. Listen all y'all, it's a Sabotage. At the 2025 Mexico Grand Prix. 36:49

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Is it sabotage? Or is the grind of this long season finally getting to Oscar Piastri? And why don't the Mexican fans like Lando Norris? Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for our review of the 2025 Mexico Grand Prix. Plus! Do not count out Verstappen. Max is the Michael Jordan of F1 and these final 4 races are his Game 6. Conspiracy time! …

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Episode 116. Austin, America, and Apple Inc. The US Grand Prix 2025. 39:09

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The heat is on. And it's getting especially hot for current leader, Oscar Piastri. But while Team Papaya falters, Max Verstappen continues his incredible late-season overtake. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for our review of the 2025 US Grand Prix, and so much more. Can Max actually pull this off? Apple secures the rights to F1 in Amer…

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Episode 115. Bizarre Love Triangle. Fallout from the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix. 43:33

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Tea. Earl Grey. Hot. Things got heated in Singapore, mostly after the race. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for a full analysis of the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix and our predictions for how the season will now play out. The death of the (always) bogus McLaren papaya rules. Do not expect Oscar Piastri to play nice ever again. The Ferrari …

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Episode 114. Not Me. Not Hermione. Max! 39:49

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Could Max Verstappen actually pull this off? Win his 5th consecutive championship? We tell you. We also tell you which Harry Potter house Max and the other drivers would be chosen into. Plus, our Azerbaijan Grand Prix analysis. Always an intriguing race. But, wait. There's more. Why Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris both refuse to accept the champions…

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Episode 113. Policy of Truth. The 2025 Italian Grand Prix. 41:13

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Matchless Max Monza Masterclass Mortifies McLaren. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound where we dissect the 2025 Italian Grand Prix. But, wait. There's more. Do we all owe Checo an apology? Does Alex Albon belong back at Red Bull? Yes, it's now obvious to everyone that McLaren favors Lando. Fernando Alonso's deal with the devil. No. We shou…

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Episode 112. Help Me, Ricciardo. You're My Only Hope. The Dutch Grand Prix 2025. 44:04

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We are back. A European-enforced 4-week summer vacation is finally over and F1 returns. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for our analysis of the Dutch Grand Prix and our thoughts on why F1 becoming more Americanized is better for the sport. Oscar Piastri's grand slam gets overshadowed by Lando Norris's DNF. Is the WDC championship now ov…

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Episode 111. Summer Lovin. Happened so Fast. Our F1 2025 Summer Break Special. 47:02

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No Hard Compound. No soft compound. Much like Europe and Formula 1, we are on summer break. Except, F1 never stops. Join Patrick and Brian for our mid-season review of the drivers, the teams, and the sport. Plus, our predictions for F1 2026. And, our thoughts on F1 2100 -- 75 years from now. Has Lewis Hamilton been good for Ferrari, or bad? The hor…

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Episode 110. Welcome to the Jungle! Our big F1 summer break episode. 42:22

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Is Apple about to buy an equity stake in Formula 1? Are F1 romances the next big Kindle e-book category? And will Charles Leclerc ever find true happiness at Ferrari? Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for these answers and more. Including: Full analysis of the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix. Why McLaren continue to favor Lando Norris over Osca…

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Episode 109. Hot Child in the City. Our Christian Horner breakdown. 45:09

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Join Patrick and Brian for this special, unedited version of Hard Compound, where we breakdown why Christian Horner was fired, why now, and what's next. But, wait. There's more. Where Max Verstappen will be driving in 2026 -- spoiler, it may not be Mercedes. Why Apple TV will get the F1 streaming rights in America. Why Costco should have its own li…

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Episode 108. British Grand Prix 2025. Any Major Dude Will Tell You. 41:32

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They had no champagne for Nico! After a decade in the sport, where neither Nico Hulkenberg and Sauber had made it to the podium, the team decided there was no need to lug champagne around the world. But a thrilling, rainy race at Silverstone gave them a reason to celebrate. Plus! The old men, Nico Hulkenberg, Lewis Hamilton, and Fernando Alonso all…

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Episode 107. The F1 the Movie Episode. 41:47

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Do you know Carlos Sainz? We do! It's our early F1 the Movie review. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound this week and you'll get both our review of F1 the Movie plus our race coverage for the 2025 Austrian Grand Prix. F1 gets the Hollywood treatment. Is that a good thing? What F1 the Movie got right and where they missed. No race for old m…

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Episode 106. Canadian Grand Prix 2025. Exit the Warrior. 35:49

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Our debt of gratitude to Claire Williams, to Gunther Steiner, to Montreal. And our frustration with Lando Norris, who may have cost himself a championship despite having the best car. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for our post-Canadian Grand Prix analysis. Why Toto Wolff is smiling. Why Yuki Tsunoda and Lance Stroll may not return to …

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Episode 105. Spanish Grand Prix 2025. With Some or Other Passions. 41:45

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A petulant Max Verstappen takes himself and Red Bull out of the fight. GOAT? While Oscar Piastri builds his championship lead over McLaren teammate, Lando Norris. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for complete analysis of the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix. Max Verstappen proves he's no Michael Jordan. More like Tiger Woods after his fall from g…

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Episode 104. Monaco Grand Prix 2025. Run the Jewels. 36:27

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Europeans may think the Monaco Grand Prix is a dud but Americans love watching the glitz, glamor, big boats and big shots. And with America taking over F1, the Monaco Grand Prix will remain. Agree? Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound where we discuss the Monaco Grand Prix, make our predictions for next week's Spanish Grand Prix, and discuss…

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Episode 103. Imola Grand Prix 2025. Owner of a Lonely Heart. 40:17

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We've spoken about Lando Norris needing that championship mettle. But, really, it's Charles Leclerc who seems to accept decisions by Ferrari that Lewis Hamilton would never, nor Fernando Alonso, nor Sebastian Vettel, certainly never Michael Schumacher. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for analysis of the 2025 Imola Grand Prix. Does McLar…

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The Hidden Nuances Behind Red Bull's 2nd Driver Problem | E81 31:02

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode Marc goes into detail about the ongoing Red Bull 2nd driver problem. How can such an established organization get something so wrong for so long? There's more to it than meets the eye. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 102. Miami GP 2025. The Children Are Our Future. 40:25

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The Miami Grand Prix brought the party, the rain, and some bad blood. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound. We analyze where it turned south for Max Verstappen, and how it all went so horribly wrong for Ferrari. Plus, answer the big questions: Can F1 drivers with children still win championships? Should McLaren declare Oscar Piastri their #1…

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EXCLUSIVE: An Unfiltered Conversation With Ted Kravitz | E80 1:24:04

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode, Marc sits down exclusively with Sky Sports F1 punditry legend - Ted Kravitz. Reflecting on his almost 30 year career in the sport, Ted opens up on his journey to date, his passions outside of Formula 1, and the impression left upon him by some of the sports most legen…

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Haas CIO Gary Foote: Has Technology & AI Made Formula 1 Too Predictable? | EP79 1:09:14

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode, Marc sits down with Haas F1 Team's Chief Information Officer Gary Foote. They discuss the relationship between technology and humans in Formula 1, AI's increasing impact on organizational efficiency, and how F1 minds have been responsible for technological breakthroug…

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The Science Behind Negative Self-Talk & How It Can Sabotage Performance | EP78 40:19

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode Marc discusses the science based psychology behind negative self talk. How Lando Norris needs to be careful not to convince himself that his often disparaging comments towards himself are true. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 101. Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025. Nobody's Fault But Mine. 35:56

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Oscar Piastri seizes the lead in the F1 championship and we do not expect him to let it go, not to his teammate, Lando Norris, and not to reigning champion, Max Verstappen. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for our analysis of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, including all the off-track drama. Why did the stewards go easy on Verstappen's obv…

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How Surviving A Plane Crash Changed David Coulthard's Perspective On Life & Formula 1 | EP77 46:24

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode Marc welcome's former McLaren colleague, 13 time F1 race winner David Coulthard. They discuss all things motorsport, business, and reflect on the plane crash that almost claimed David's life in the year 2000. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…

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Episode 100. Bahrain Grand Prix 2025. Let That Raga Drop. 33:45

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Is Oscar Piastri now the favorite to win the WDC? Is Ferrari already out of it, after just 4 races? Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for the Bahrain GP 2025 recap. Our 100th episode! Max Verstappen is clearly threatening to leave Red Bull after the team fails him. Ollie Bearman is the Guy. Will Yuki keep his Red Bull seat in 2026? Is it …

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Ex-Red Bull Pit Crew Calum Nicholas Reflects On His 13 Year Career In Formula 1 | EP76 1:05:53

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode Marc sits down with Ex-Red Bull Senior Engine Technician Calum Nicholas. He details his journey from Marussia to Red Bull Racing, the challenges he faced along the way, and paints the picture of an F1 paddock significantly less divided than Drive To Survive would have …

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Episode 99. Japanese Grand Prix 2025. The Kids Are Alright. 39:30

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True, most of the action took place in pit lane. But there was a lot of drama leading up to this year's Japanese Grand Prix. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound. Full breakdown of the 2025 Japan Grand Prix, plus our take on all the drama inside Red Bull. And McLaren. And Ferrari. Oh, my. Why the Red Bull seat a make or break assignment for …

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Jennie Gow: The Inspiring Story Of Her Stroke Recovery Journey + Return To F1 Broadcasting | EP75 1:00:05

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode we have a wonderful chat with Jennie Gow. Jennie has made a long and successful career for herself within the motorsport broadcasting world, from MotoGP to Formula 1. Then one day in December 2022, without warning, she suffered a sudden and severe stroke. Jennie recoun…

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"His Relationship Affected His Performance" My Experience Working With Lewis Hamilton | EP74 48:15

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode we focus in on Lewis Hamilton, a driver I've worked with in the past during our time at McLaren, and seen first hand just how emotional a human being he can be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 98. Chinese Grand Prix 2025. The Yuki Episode. 44:23

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How do you solve a problem like Tsunoda? Join Patrick and Brian for all the drama inside Red Bull and all the chaos out on track. Will Yuki finally get that Red Bull seat? Is Liam Lawson's F1 career already over? How can Ferrari continue to sabotage their drivers? In different ways! Plus. Why did F1 erase Fernando Alonso? When does the bad blood sp…

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James Allen: The Full Story Behind "IS THAT GLOCK??" + Nigel Mansell's Untold Legacy | EP73 57:01

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode we have James Allen, former Formula 1 Commentator alongside Murray Walker & Martin Brundle. We discussed his famous "IS THAT GLOCK??" moment, why Nigel Mansell's brilliance is so often overlooked, and what the future holds for Formula 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…

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Episode 97. Australian Grand Prix 2025. Like Tears in the Rain. 32:34

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All the young dudes lead to a chaotic start to the F1 2025 season. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for all the insight from Melbourne. Lando Norris does not falter. Is it too soon to write off Lewis Hamilton? And how much is Toto Wolff gloating? Why the center of F1 is shifting toward America. Is McLaren skirting the rules? All that and…

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Why "Arrogance" Delayed McLaren's Return to the Top of F1 | EP72 45:06

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Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode I speak about McLaren's recent resurgence, winning their first constructors championship in 17 years, and why it hasn't come sooner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 96. F1 2025 Pre-Season Testing and Predictions. Based on Flimsy Evidence. 40:21

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The F1 2025 season is officially underway. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound. It's all about rumors, predictions, hopes, and disappointments. Based on 3 days of testing. Will it be the story everyone wants, Lewis Hamilton winning his record breaking 8th WDC while driving for Ferrari? Can McLaren repeat as constructor's champion? How will …

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Smooth Operators(2-20-2025)- Paint the Car Red 43:54

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Griggs, Noah, and Ben are back as the breakdown the recent F1 releases and what those teams look to achieve in the 2025 season.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Episode 95. F1 2025. Big Changes. Bigger Expectations. 43:30

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and let's discuss all the big changes coming to F1 in 2025. Plus, all the rumors. Why we expect Max Verstappen and George Russell to battle it out for the championship. Charles Leclerc versus Lewis Hamilton will turm nasty. Give it time. How Fernando Alonso is like Michigan's Fab Five. Is Adrian Newey alr…

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F1TV: Are We Listening to Couch Critics or Experts? 5:33

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Tired of questionable commentary on F1TV? We are too! This week, we discuss the declining quality of F1TV presenters, ask if it's being dumbed down, and explore how F1 can improve its broadcast for die-hard fans. Is it time for a shake-up? #F1 #F1TV #F1Commentary #Motorsport #Formula1

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Episode 94. Our 2024 F1 Awards Show. 37:02

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It's awards season. And we give out the F1 2024 awards for best driver, best team, best race, favorite moment, biggest disappointment, and more. All that, plus: Why Fred Vasseur is the Yoko Ono of Formula 1. How Lewis and Toto went from Ride or Die to Gone Girl. The cruel cursed F1 life of Fernando Alonso. Lando's one missing ingredient keeping him…

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Hamilton’s Shocking Ferrari Crash: Private Test Gone Wrong? 2:48

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Lewis Hamilton recently found himself in a dramatic situation during a private Ferrari F1 test at Barcelona. With high hopes for secret gains, the event took a surprising turn when Hamilton lost control and crashed the car. How did this happen, and what does it mean for Ferrari's future? We break down the potential ramifications, inside scoops, and…

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Can Lewis Hamilton Fail Ferrari? 2:45

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Lewis Hamilton's high-profile move to Ferrari has sent shockwaves through Formula 1. But can this legendary driver truly deliver for the iconic Italian team? This is more than a simple racing question; it’s a clash of titans – a legendary driver facing immense pressure to perform at the pinnacle of motorsport. This episode of "F1 Insider" doesn't s…