Best Martin Elliot Podcasts (2025)

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Emma Paton, Luke Moore, Martin Kelner, Neil Delamere 1:03:43

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Presenter and former athlete Emma Paton, journalist Luke Moore, journalist and presenter Martin Kelner, and comedian Neil Delamere join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, …

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6th December 2020: The Race That Saw Experience Win and Youth Heartbroken 17:11

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In today’s episode of Chequered Past, we relive one of the most dramatic and emotionally charged races of the modern era: the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix — the night when seasoned perseverance finally delivered Sergio Pérez his long-awaited first Formula One victory, while George Russell’s stunning stand-in performance for Mercedes ended in cruel heartb…

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5th December 2021: The Night That The Title Erupted 14:55

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On this day in Formula One history, the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix delivered one of the most explosive nights the sport has ever seen. In a season already defined by needle, Jeddah pushed Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen’s rivalry beyond its limits — from red flags and restarts to off-track negotiations and the infamous collision that left the …

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2005: The Season That Changed Everything Part 2 21:11

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In the second half of our deep-dive into the 2005 Formula One season, we rejoin the story with Fernando Alonso leading the points – but Kimi Räikkönen and McLaren mounting a ferocious chase. Part 2 follows a run of races where McLaren’s outright pace is breathtaking, yet Renault’s blend of consistency, reliability and calm decision-making keeps Alo…

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2005: The Season That Changed Everything Part 1 26:52

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In this special edition of Chequered Past, we step back twenty years to revisit one of the most transformative campaigns in modern Formula One history — the 2005 season. With sweeping regulation changes, a tyre war turned on its head, and the collapse of Ferrari’s once-impenetrable dynasty, the sport entered a new era defined by uncertainty, innova…

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Holiday Hiatus & High Spirits News 8:40

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Send us a text The mics take a breather, but the cannabis market doesn’t. We’re wheels up for MJBizCon and our High Spirits Morning Mixer on Thursday, and then straight to BevNET, while state and federal moves reshape the map from Texas to Virginia to Minnesota to California. We start with Texas, where regulators approved nine new medical licenses …

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2nd December 2016: The Champion Who Left On Top 13:55

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On this day in motorsport history, a reigning World Champion stunned the world by choosing to walk away at the peak of his powers. In this episode, we revisit Nico Rosberg’s shock retirement on 2 December 2016 — a decision that reshaped the Formula One driver market and left Mercedes scrambling to fill the most coveted seat on the grid. We also loo…

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1st December 2024: The Chaos That Shook Qatar 16:06

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On this episode of Chequered Past, we look back on an eventful 1st of December in motorsport history. Our main story takes us to the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix — a night defined by Safety Cars, penalties, and a result that carried real weight in the late-season constructors’ battle. George Russell started from pole, Max Verstappen seized control into Tu…

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30th November 2024: The Evening That Glowed Orange 21:54

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On 30 November, Formula One finally gave this quiet date in its history something memorable — a floodlit sprint at Lusail that turned the desert sky bright orange. In this episode, we revisit the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix Sprint, where McLaren executed a controlled and confident one-two, Red Bull faltered on a rare off-day, and the competitive picture …

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Charles Dagnall, Ian Smith, Kath Merry, Paul McNamee 1:07:38

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Former cricketer and BBC commentator Charles Dagnall, former GB athlete Kath Merry, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Ian Smith join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the fin…

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29th November 2020: The Day That Racing Faced Life and Death 17:50

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On 29 November, the extremes of motorsport stand side by side. In today’s episode, we revisit the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix — a race defined not by results, but by Romain Grosjean’s miraculous escape from a terrifying, high-impact fireball that proved beyond doubt the life-saving value of modern Formula One safety. We then step back to 1975, when tra…

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The Rivalries That Defined Formula One 19:59

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In today’s episode of Chequered Past, we step away from the racing calendar to explore the rivalries that shaped Formula One’s greatest eras. From the ideological clash between Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost, to the respectful yet razor-sharp duels of Michael Schumacher and Mika Häkkinen, and finally the friendship-turned-feud of Lewis Hamilton and N…

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27th November 2016: The Championship That Rosberg Won on Nerve 16:06

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On this day’s episode of Chequered Past, we revisit a title showdown defined not by speed, but by nerve. The 2016 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix brought the Hamilton–Rosberg rivalry to its boiling point as Nico Rosberg withstood relentless pressure — from his teammate, from the chasing pack, and from the weight of a lifetime’s ambition — to claim his first a…

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26th November 2017: The Circuit That Closed The Season 14:47

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On this day’s episode of Chequered Past, we head to Yas Marina for two very different championship finales — one that restored confidence, and another that confirmed unstoppable dominance. We begin in 2017, where Valtteri Bottas delivered the most complete performance of his career, taking pole, victory and fastest lap to score his first Formula 1 …

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25th November 2012: The Race That Tested Nerves and Talent 16:11

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25 November in motorsport history brings together a trio of stories defined by pressure, resilience, and the ability to perform when everything feels on a knife-edge. Our main feature revisits the 2012 Brazilian Grand Prix, one of Formula 1’s most chaotic and emotionally charged finales. From Sebastian Vettel’s first-lap spin and damaged Red Bull t…

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Listen Now: Business Wars | The Race to Ozempic 4:03

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Business is war. Sometimes the prize is your wallet or your attention. Sometimes, it’s just the fun of beating the other guy. The outcome of these battles shapes what we buy and how we live. Business Wars gives you the unauthorized, real story of what drives these companies and their leaders, innovators, investors and executives to new heights -- o…

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24th November 2013: The Race That Closed An Era 14:03

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On this day, we revisit the 2013 Brazilian Grand Prix — a finale without championship tension, yet rich with meaning. It marked the end of Sebastian Vettel’s record-breaking dominance, the final Formula 1 appearance of Mark Webber, and the last roar of the V8 era before the hybrid revolution transformed the sport forever. We also celebrate the birt…

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23rd November 2014: The Days That Showed How Champions Are Made 17:47

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On this day in motorsport history, Formula 1 delivered moments that revealed exactly what separates contenders from true champions. We begin with the 2014 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the only double-points finale in F1 history, where the fierce Hamilton–Rosberg rivalry reached its decisive climax. Under the Yas Marina lights, one driver rose to the momen…

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Stephen D. Hopper, "Eucalyptus" (Reaktion, 2025) 49:00

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Eucalypts, iconic to Australia, have shaped art, science and landscapes worldwide. With around nine hundred species, from towering giants to compact mallees, these trees inspire awe and curiosity. Their hardwood has driven industries, sparked protests and even toppled governments. Their aromatic leaves hold healing properties yet fuel devastating w…

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22nd November 2014: The Grids That Would Decide The Title 20:16

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In today’s episode of Chequered Past, we explore the qualifying sessions that shaped championship showdowns and defined the destiny of entire seasons. We begin under the Abu Dhabi lights in 2014, where Nico Rosberg delivered one of his finest laps just as Lewis Hamilton held all the cards in the title fight. The final grid of the hybrid era’s first…

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Kae Kurd, Kate Mason, Katie Owen, Tez Ilyas 1:03:53

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Broadcaster Kate Mason, DJ and presenter Katie Owen, and comedians Kae Kurd and Tez Ilyas join guest host Martin Bayfield for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two points scorers …

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21st November 2021: The Night That Lit Up the Title Fight 17:01

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On this episode of Chequered Past, we revisit 21 November — a date that delivers drama under the floodlights, French flair from Formula One’s past, the fearless spirit of a road-racing legend, and the precision of a street-circuit master. We begin with the 2021 Qatar Grand Prix, a night in Losail that intensified the Hamilton–Verstappen title fight…

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#114 - What Comes Next for Hemp THC Beverages w/ Martín Caballero, Managing Editor at BevNET.com 53:40

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Send us a text We unpack the 365-day clock facing hemp-derived THC beverages, why the category exploded, and how a policy rider vaulted prohibition-style limits into law. Martín Caballero of BevNet joins us to map realistic paths forward, where coalition power lives, and what compromises might actually work. • why hemp-derived THC drinks resonated …

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20th November 1960: The Drama That Came After The Titles Were Decided 17:06

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On this day in motorsport history, the championships were already settled — but the drama was far from over. In today’s episode, we revisit the 1960 United States Grand Prix at Riverside, a race held as the sun set on the 2.5-litre era. With Ferrari absent and the titles wrapped up, you might expect a procession — yet instead, Stirling Moss deliver…

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#113 - From Blueberries To Regenerative Cannabis: How Coastal Sun Built A Profitable, Planet-First Brand w/ Darren Story 52:58

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Send us a text We unpack the federal push to restrict hemp products, then turn to a grounded model for the future: regenerative organic cannabis. Darren Story from Coastal Sun shares how soil health lowers costs, why OCAL matters, and how compassion and affordability can scale. • hemp policy shock and what it means for access • lessons for advocacy…

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The Ones That Weren't Part 2 16:14

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In the modern era, Formula 1 has faced a new wave of cancellations — not from the tragedies or economic crises of the past, but from politics, track failures, natural disasters, and a rapidly changing world. In Part 2 of The Ones That Weren’t, we explore the Grands Prix that never happened from 1985 onwards. We revisit Spa 1985, where fresh tarmac …

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18th November 2012: The Races That Brought F1 to America 15:07

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On this day’s episode of Chequered Past, we explore three moments that shaped Formula 1’s relationship with the United States — from its fragile past to its spectacular present. We begin in 2012 at the Circuit of the Americas, where F1 returned to the US after a five-year absence. The race marked a crucial reset for the sport following the controve…

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17th November 2019: The Race That Gave F1's Youngest Podium 22:45

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On this day in racing history, we revisit one of the most chaotic and uplifting Grands Prix of the hybrid era: the 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix. Interlagos delivered mayhem, heartbreak and redemption in equal measure, culminating in the youngest podium in Formula 1 history — Max Verstappen victorious, Pierre Gasly reborn, and Carlos Sainz celebrating …

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16th November 1892: The Day That Racing Found Its Legend 19:22

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In today’s episode, we celebrate the birth of one of motorsport’s greatest icons, Tazio Nuvolari, whose ferocity, fearlessness, and mythical achievements shaped the very idea of a racing legend. We then leap forward to the modern era to explore the rise — and eventual fall — of Christian Horner, charting his journey from young team boss to architec…

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David Alorka, Gail Emms, Shane Todd, Thom Gibbs 58:52

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Sports presenter David Alorka, former GB badminton player Gail Emms, sports journalist Thom Gibbs, and comedian Shane Todd join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top …

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15th November 2020: The Day That Hamilton Matched Schumi's Seven 19:25

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On this episode of Chequered Past, we explore three very different chapters of racing history — each defined by mastery, resilience, and turning points. We begin in 2020 at Istanbul Park, where freezing temperatures, a newly resurfaced circuit and relentless rain turned the Turkish Grand Prix into a treacherous skating rink. While champions and con…

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14th November 2010: The Night That Crowned a New King 17:29

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On this day in Formula 1 history, the lights of Yas Marina illuminated a changing of the guard. The 2010 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix delivered a tense and tactical title decider — one that crowned Sebastian Vettel as the youngest World Champion in history, after Ferrari’s fateful strategy call left Fernando Alonso trapped behind Vitaly Petrov. We also cel…

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13th November 1994: The Crash That Crowned a Controversy 17:24

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November 13th — a date that has seen Formula 1 at its most dramatic and divisive. In this episode of Chequered Past, we revisit the 1994 Australian Grand Prix in Adelaide, where Michael Schumacher and Damon Hill’s infamous collision decided one of the most controversial championships in F1 history. It was a day that crowned a new World Champion, se…

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12th November 1995: The Day That Damon Dominated 15:52

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On this day in 1995, Damon Hill delivered one of Formula One’s most emphatic victories — winning the Australian Grand Prix by two full laps as Adelaide waved farewell to the World Championship. It was redemption for Hill, closure for the city, and the perfect punctuation mark to an era of raw, unpredictable racing. We’ll also celebrate the birthday…

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11th November 2018: The Collision That Tested Temperament 15:34

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From São Paulo to Paris, November 11th has always challenged the balance between passion and control. In today’s episode, we revisit the 2018 Brazilian Grand Prix — the day Lewis Hamilton sealed another title for Mercedes as Max Verstappen’s fury boiled over after a clash with Esteban Ocon. We celebrate the birthday of Vittorio Brambilla, the exube…

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#112 - Mapping Cannabis Patents, Power, And The Coming Wave Of Lawsuits w/ Dr. Ruth Fisher 52:34

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Send us a text We explore how local elections shape cannabis policy on the ground, then dive into the real map of cannabis patents with Dr. Ruth Fisher. She explains who holds the IP, why enforcement is scarce for now, and how one big verdict could change the industry overnight. • grounding in stoicism and local civic action • breaking news on reca…

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New Season: ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast 6:20

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Grinch is back and jollier than NEVER! Whoville’s sassiest late-night talk show host returns for season 3 with more sharp-tongued monologues about everything nipping at his nose this holiday season, his signature brand of merry mischief, and a fete of festive banter, determined to charm a sleigh-full of A-list guests into admitting that Christmas m…

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The Ones That Weren't Part 1 14:21

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No engines, no chequered flag — but no shortage of stories. On 10 November, a day with no Formula 1 race in history, Chequered Past explores the Grands Prix that never were: the events silenced by tragedy, economics, protest and ambition. From the dark shadow of 1955 and the bans that followed the Le Mans disaster, to the oil-shortened 1957 season …

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9th November 2014: The Duel That Shaped the Hybrid Era 14:58

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On this day in 2014, Formula 1’s new hybrid age reached boiling point at Interlagos. Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg went wheel-to-wheel in a race that defined their rivalry — and set up one of the most dramatic championship finales in modern history. As tension simmered within Mercedes, Felipe Massa thrilled his home fans with a chaotic but emotio…

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Adam Hurrey, Eboni Usoro-Brown, Eddie Kadi, Justin Moorhouse 56:47

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Journalist, author and podcaster Adam Hurrey, former netball player Eboni Usoro-Brown and comedians Eddie Kadi and Justin Moorhouse join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round,…

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8th November 1992: The Crash That Closed A Chapter 13:26

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Adelaide, 1992. The season finale that should have been a celebration became a curtain call. Nigel Mansell, already crowned World Champion, started from pole for the last time in his all-conquering Williams FW14B — a car born of Adrian Newey’s genius. But on lap 19, a clash with Ayrton Senna ended both their races and Mansell’s Formula 1 career, at…

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7th November 1993: The Day That Senna Took His Final Bow 14:56

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November 7th, 1993 — Adelaide. The final race of the season, and the final victory of Ayrton Senna’s unforgettable Formula 1 career. As he led from start to finish in his McLaren, the moment became more than a win — it was a farewell to an era, and the closing act of his long, complex rivalry with Alain Prost. In today’s episode, we relive that poi…

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6th November 1994: The Day That Skill Met Storm 13:59

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On this day in Formula 1 history, skill met storm in one of the most dramatic races the sport has ever seen. The 1994 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka became a duel of nerve and mastery as Damon Hill triumphed over Michael Schumacher in torrential rain, keeping the championship alive by a single point after a rare aggregate-time finish. We also celebr…

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5th November 1989: The Day That Brought Danger And Drama 15:29

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On this day in 1989, Formula 1 braved one of the wettest and most controversial races in its history. The Australian Grand Prix at Adelaide turned from a celebration into survival — Prost walked away, Senna raged through the spray, and chaos reigned on a circuit that should perhaps never have gone green. Thirty-four years later, the sport still thr…

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4th November 2012: The Night That Kimi Knew What He Was Doing 11:34

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On this night in 2012, Formula 1 witnessed one of its most remarkable comeback drives under the floodlights of Abu Dhabi. Sebastian Vettel charged from the back of the grid to the podium — but the evening belonged to Kimi Räikkönen. Calm, unflustered, and utterly in control, he delivered Lotus’s first victory in 25 years — and one of F1’s most icon…

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#111 - How Hemp Beverages Are Rewriting Adult Drinking w/ Jeff Cantalupo of Listen Ventures 55:12

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Send us a text We explore how hemp-derived THC beverages are redefining adult drinking, why big brands hesitate while startups build, and how “vice wellness” turns ritual into wellness-driven status. Jeff Cantalupo of Listen Ventures shares what gets a VC to yes, how portfolios form, and where retail wins. • consumer demand driving THC beverage mai…

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3rd November 1968: The Day That Tested Champions 22:11

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On this day in Formula 1 history, November 3rd has pushed the greatest drivers to their limits. From the searing altitude of Mexico City in 1968 to the flooded streets of Adelaide and the chaos of modern Interlagos, it’s a date that has tested every kind of champion. We revisit Graham Hill’s triumph in Mexico, where he carried Lotus to a World Cham…

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2nd November 2008: The Final Corner That Changed The Championship 13:45

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It was one of Formula 1’s most unforgettable finales. On 2 November 2008, the world watched as the championship came down to the very last corner of the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos. Felipe Massa crossed the line to the roar of his home crowd — but heartbreak awaited as Lewis Hamilton snatched fifth place in the dying seconds to become the sp…

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1st November 1998: The Race That Crowned The Flying Finn Part 2 16:39

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On this day in motorsport history, Suzuka once again took centre stage. In this episode, we relive the 1998 Japanese Grand Prix, where Mika Häkkinen sealed his first World Championship and McLaren claimed the Constructors’ crown — as Tyrrell, one of Formula 1’s founding teams, bowed out after more than three decades in the sport. We also revisit Su…

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31st October 1999: The Race That Crowned the Flying Finn Part 1 15:10

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Suzuka, 1999 — a title decider drenched in tension and precision. Mika Häkkinen delivered a flawless drive to secure his second consecutive World Championship, as Ferrari’s challenge faded and McLaren’s cool efficiency triumphed once more. But this race wasn’t only about victory — it was a day of farewells. Damon Hill bowed out of Formula 1, Stewar…