Best Martin Elliot Podcasts (2025)

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11th September 1988: The Ferrari Farewell That Ended McLaren’s Supremacy 15:07

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On 11 September 1988, Ferrari delivered one of the most emotional victories in Formula One history. Just weeks after the death of Enzo Ferrari, Gerhard Berger and Michele Alboreto scored a fairytale 1–2 at Monza, ending McLaren’s season-long dominance in front of the roaring tifosi. Ayrton Senna’s late collision with stand-in Jean-Louis Schlesser h…

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10th September 1961: The Glory That Came with Grief 14:01

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On this day in Formula One history, 10th September, Monza delivered moments of triumph and heartbreak in equal measure. In 1961, Ferrari dominated qualifying with a 1–2–3–4 grid lockout, but the race ended in disaster as Wolfgang von Trips and 15 spectators lost their lives, even as Phil Hill became America’s first World Champion. Seventeen years l…

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AI Health Breakthroughs: Personal AI Agents for Disease Prevention, Peak Performance, Lifelong Wellness & Curing Cancer by 2030 with Leading AI Futurist Steve Brown 59:04

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AI is here, and today is the worst it is ever going to be. But there are also over 8 billion human beings, so the biggest question of all is - how are we going to cooperate and even co-exist? Is AI here to take all the jobs or create economic and scientific super-abundance? And for human health, will we all carry a personal AI health agent in our p…

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9th September 1979: The Triumphs That Thrilled The Tifosi 15:29

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On this day in Formula One history, Monza delivered some of its most unforgettable moments. In this episode of Chequered Past, we relive Jody Scheckter’s 1979 Italian Grand Prix victory, where Ferrari sealed both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships at home to the delight of the Tifosi. We go back to 1973, when Jackie Stewart overcame a pun…

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8th September 1963: The Monza Races That Marked a Century 18:39

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Monza has always been a stage for milestones, and in this very special 100th episode of Chequered Past, we celebrate three centuries that shaped Formula One. We begin in 1963, when Ferrari reached its 100th World Championship race, only for Jim Clark and Lotus to dominate and secure both his first Drivers’ title and the Constructors’ crown. Then we…

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7th September 1969: The Slipstream That Sealed Stewart’s Supremacy 19:58

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On this day in 1969, Jackie Stewart clinched his first World Championship at Monza in one of Formula One’s most thrilling slipstream battles. In The Slipstream That Sealed Stewart’s Supremacy, we revisit that breathtaking four-way sprint to the line and the race that confirmed Matra as the first and only French constructor to take the crown. We als…

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6th September 1970: The Triumph That Followed Tragedy 16:29

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On this day, the Italian Grand Prix has delivered some of Formula One’s most powerful stories — of glory, grief, and the unexpected. In this episode, we revisit 1970 at Monza, where Ferrari rookie Clay Regazzoni scored his first victory in front of the tifosi, on a weekend darkened by the loss of championship leader Jochen Rindt. We also look back …

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5th September 1971: The Slipstream Showdown That Stunned Monza 14:01

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On this day in motorsport history, Monza delivered the most dramatic slipstream finish Formula One has ever seen. The 1971 Italian Grand Prix ended with five cars crossing the line within six-tenths of a second, Peter Gethin snatching his one and only victory in breathtaking fashion. Yet amid the chaos, Chris Amon’s record-breaking pole and tradema…

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Talking “Skwerl” and “Cheese” with author Elliot Ackerman 28:55

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Author and former Marine Elliot Ackerman’s latest tale is about an ex-CIA Ground Branch operator who goes by his call sign, “Skwerl” and a former Afghan special ops pilot who goes by the name “Big Cheese” so you’re probably already getting a good picture of Ackerman’s latest novel Sheepdogs, which follows Skwerl and Cheese on a globe-trotting adven…

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4th September 1966: The Ferraris That Delighted The Tifosi 16:51

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On this day in Formula One history, Ferrari’s fortunes at Monza told two very different stories. In 1960, Phil Hill led a Ferrari 1–2–3 in front of a depleted field, claiming his first win and delivering the final triumph for a front-engined car. Six years later, Ludovico Scarfiotti gave the tifosi the victory they had long craved, leading Mike Par…

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L&O: What did she THINK would happen in a rock star's hotel room? 48:12

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When a college co-ed accuses raunchy rock star Clarence "C-Square" Carmichael of raping her in his hotel room, Detectives Mike Logan and Lenny Briscoe have to decide whether she's an actual victim or a willing participant now looking for a payday. Lt. Anita Van Buren is the only one who believes Julia's story, and Logan and Briscoe turn up evidence…

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3rd September 2023: The Record That Redefined Dominance 15:31

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On this day in Formula One history, we travel from the dawn of the World Championship to one of its most dominant modern eras. At Monza in 2023, Max Verstappen broke Sebastian Vettel’s long-standing record to claim an unprecedented tenth consecutive Grand Prix victory, cementing Red Bull’s place in history and underlining his complete control of th…

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AI Diabetes Reversal Revolution: 98% Success Crushing Type II with Personalized AI, Data-Driven Wins, & Lifelong Empowerment. Dr. John Oberg, DSW, MBA 46:16

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Reversing type II diabetes at a 98% success rate using artificial intelligence. The future of medicine is already here, and it’s changing real peoples lives right now. Listeners of my show know I believe personalized data and AI interpretation of this data is how we can beat chronic disease, which is why talking to my guest today - who is using thi…

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Kate Hudson: It's All in the Family | 293 47:01

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Kate Hudson was born into show business. The daughter of actor Goldie Hawn and musician Bill Hudson, Kate’s raised by Goldie and Kurt Russell and grows up on film sets. And while she could have gone the nepo baby route, she opts to do it herself. After wowing critics and audiences with her star turn in Cameron Crowe’s 2000 hit “Almost Famous,” Kate…

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2nd September 1956: The Sportsmanship That Sacrificed A Title Chance 15:37

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On this day in racing history, we revisit one of Formula One’s most famous acts of sportsmanship. At Monza in 1956, Peter Collins gave up his Ferrari and with it his own shot at the title, allowing Juan Manuel Fangio to clinch his fourth World Championship. We also celebrate the birthday of Olivier Panis, whose unexpected Monaco triumph in 1996 gav…

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1st September 2019: The Maiden Victory That Honoured Hubert 12:52

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On this day, 1st September, Chequered Past revisits a weekend of triumph and tragedy at Spa in 2019 — when Charles Leclerc claimed his maiden Formula 1 victory and dedicated it to his late friend Anthoine Hubert. We also remember Stefan Bellof, the fearless German talent who won the 1984 World Sportscar Championship but lost his life at Spa in 1985…

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31st August 1980: The Dutch Duel That Tightened the Title 17:58

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On 31st August, Formula One history delivered high drama, heartbreak, and turning points. In this episode of Chequered Past, we revisit the 1980 Dutch Grand Prix — The Dutch Duel That Tightened the Title — where Nelson Piquet seized his second career victory at Zandvoort to close Alan Jones’ championship lead and set up a tense run-in to the season…

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29th August 1982: The Lone Win That Made a Champion 15:38

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On this day in 1982, Keke Rosberg scored his first – and only – victory of the season at Dijon, in the one-off Swiss Grand Prix, a lone win that ultimately carried him to the World Championship. In this episode of Chequered Past, we explore that remarkable story, celebrate the birthday of the maverick James Hunt, and revisit Hunt’s crucial triumph …

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30th August 1998: The Chaos That Crowned Jordan 13:29

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On August 30, Formula One history was made in the Ardennes. In 1998, Spa-Francorchamps delivered one of the sport’s most dramatic races – a rain-soaked demolition derby at the start, Michael Schumacher’s fury after colliding with David Coulthard, and a fairytale maiden victory for Eddie Jordan’s team, sealed with a 1–2 finish for Damon Hill and Ral…

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28th August 1994: The Scandal That Continued to Grow 15:21

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On this day in Formula One history, the 1994 season’s controversies spilled into Spa. Michael Schumacher crossed the line first in the Belgian Grand Prix, but post-race scrutineering found excessive wear on his Benetton’s wooden plank — leading to disqualification and handing victory to Damon Hill. It was a moment that kept alive a championship bat…

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27th August 2000: The Move That Made Häkkinen a Legend 20:03

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On this day in 2000, Mika Häkkinen produced one of Formula One’s greatest ever overtakes at Spa-Francorchamps, sweeping past Michael Schumacher and Ricardo Zonta in a breathtaking three-wide move that sealed victory in the Belgian Grand Prix. In this episode of Chequered Past, we revisit that iconic race and its impact on the title fight, celebrate…

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Light Up Your Life: Mastering the Light Diet to Combat Chronic Diseases, Enhance Sleep, and Unlock Longevity Secrets with Circadian Pioneer Dr. Martin Moore-Ede, MD 51:03

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Your eyes are not cameras—they are clocks. Every cell and organ in your body is orchestrated by the light you let in, making light the most powerful regulator of health. More than ever, I believe the “light diet” is a foundational lifestyle change in the fight against chronic disease. That’s why today’s guest is one of the most important I’ve had—a…

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26th August 1990: The Spa Success That Extended Senna’s Streak 14:08

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On this day in 1990, Ayrton Senna cemented his reputation as the master of Spa-Francorchamps, taking his third consecutive Belgian Grand Prix victory in commanding style. We revisit the drama of that race — with three starts, early incidents, and a relentless Senna pulling clear of Prost and Berger — to explore how Belgium once again became his dom…

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Robin Williams: Humor and Heart | 292 51:01

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Robin Williams is the definition of a powerhouse. An all-star comedian, stand-up, and actor, Robin hits it big with his breakout role on TV’s “Mork & Mindy.” After that, he becomes one of Hollywood’s most successful - and most beloved - stars. With performances in movies like “Good Morning Vietnam,” “Dead Poets Society,” and his Oscar-winning turn …

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25th August 1991: The Spa Start That Saw Schumacher Shine 13:55

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On August 25th, Formula One history was made at Spa-Francorchamps. Ayrton Senna may have taken victory for McLaren, but it was Michael Schumacher’s dazzling debut for Jordan that stole the headlines — a single race weekend that launched a dynasty. In this episode of Chequered Past, we revisit the 1991 Belgian Grand Prix, a race that proved the winn…

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24th August 1997: The Soaked Spa That Showcased Schumacher 18:33

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On August 24, 1997, Michael Schumacher delivered one of the greatest wet-weather drives in Formula 1 history, conquering Spa-Francorchamps in treacherous conditions to extend his title lead. In this episode we revisit that masterclass, reflect on Stirling Moss’s act of sportsmanship in the 1958 Portuguese Grand Prix, relive Fernando Alonso’s breakt…

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23rd August 1959: The Mastery That Made Moss a Contender 20:53

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On August 23rd, racing history has given us moments of brilliance, heartbreak, and redemption. In this episode of Chequered Past, we begin in Lisbon in 1959, where Stirling Moss produced a masterclass at Monsanto Park that reignited the World Championship battle and kept his title hopes alive. We then move to Austria in 1964, as the country hosted …

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22nd August 1954: The Silver Arrows That Reigned Supreme 13:18

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On August 22, 1954, Juan Manuel Fangio and Mercedes conquered the fearsome Bremgarten circuit at the Swiss Grand Prix. It was Fangio’s fifth victory of the season, enough to clinch his second World Championship — and a defining display of Silver Arrows supremacy. In this episode, we also celebrate the birthday of South Africa’s Ian Scheckter, a fla…

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21st August 2005: The Track That Took Turkey To F1 13:02

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On this day in racing history, Formula One made its first trip to Istanbul Park for the 2005 Turkish Grand Prix. In The Track That Took Turkey To F1, we relive Kimi Räikkönen’s dominant drive, the chaos that cost Juan Pablo Montoya a McLaren 1-2, and the debut of a circuit that instantly won fans with its fearsome Turn 8. We also celebrate the birt…

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SVU: Marcia Cross kills Robert Vaughn with Viagra 56:37

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The estranged daughters of famed author Walter Briggs (Robert Vaughn) tell Sgt. Benson their stepmother is plying their senile father with Viagra and daily sex. They say Charmaine Briggs (Marcia Cross) is preventing them from seeing him and risking his life to conceive a child to get a bigger cut of his estate. Briggs brags about his youthful sexua…

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20th August 1939: The Race Before the Silence 12:53

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On this day in racing history: We revisit the 1939 Swiss Grand Prix, the last major international race before the outbreak of World War II. We head to Karlskoga for the 1961 Kanonloppet, a non-championship race where Stirling Moss once again showed his class. We celebrate the birthday of Jo Ramírez, the man who kept the McLaren team together during…

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Unmasking the Toxic Tsunami: How Environmental Poisons Fuel Chronic Disease & How to Detox for Lifelong Health with Dr. Kelly McCann, MD 1:01:46

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Toxicity is something I’ve been focusing on more than ever—because it’s everywhere. From the water we drink to the air we breathe, the buildings we live and work in, even the everyday products we use—environmental toxins are silently impacting our health at the deepest levels. That’s why I’m excited to bring you this powerful conversation with Dr. …

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19th August 1984: The Home Win That Tilted The Title 12:01

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On this day in 1984, Niki Lauda gave Austria a victory to remember. At the Österreichring, he overcame Nelson Piquet and capitalised on Alain Prost’s retirement to deliver his one and only home win — a result that swung the World Championship in his favour and ultimately secured the closest title margin in Formula 1 history. In this episode of Cheq…

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Demi Moore: A Woman of Substance | 291 49:48

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At the age of 62, Demi Moore is now officially Hollywood’s comeback kid. She bursts onto the scene in 80s classics like “St. Elmo’s Fire” and “About Last Night,” and establishes herself as one of Tinseltown’s hottest young stars and as a bonafide member of the “Brat Pack.” But despite being one of Hollywood’s heavy hitters, the “Ghost” star just ca…

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18th August 1957: The Circuit That Time Forgot 15:06

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On August 18, 1957, Formula One travelled to the longest and most dangerous circuit ever to host a World Championship race: Pescara. Stirling Moss tamed the 25-kilometre monster to claim a famous victory — but the track never returned, earning its place as The Circuit That Time Forgot. In this episode of Chequered Past, we explore that one-off Ital…

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17th August 1975: The Courage That Survived The Chaos 16:50

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On August 17th, Formula 1 has seen moments of chaos, courage, and change. In 1975, the Austrian Grand Prix was hit by torrential rain, ending in tragedy for Mark Donohue but also delivering Vittorio Brambilla’s one and only win — celebrated with a crash after the chequered flag. It’s also the birthday of Nelson Piquet, the crafty Brazilian who clai…

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16th August 1992: The Coronation That Crowned Red Five 15:07

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On August 16th, Formula 1 history saw Nigel Mansell finally crowned World Champion. In our main feature, we head to the 1992 Hungarian Grand Prix, where Ayrton Senna claimed victory on the day Red Five sealed the title with five races to spare — capping one of the most dominant seasons the sport has ever seen. We also revisit the 1970 Austrian Gran…

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15th August 1982: The Days That Delivered Debut Triumphs 14:24

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August 15 has a special place in Formula 1 history — a day when the top step of the podium has so often been claimed for the very first time. In this episode, we revisit three maiden victories from three different decades. We begin in 1982 at the Österreichring, for one of the closest finishes the sport has ever seen — Elio de Angelis edging out Ke…

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14th August 1977: The Firsts That Launched Legends 18:52

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The Firsts That Launched Legends tracks an August 14 packed with career-making and era-defining firsts. At the 1977 Austrian GP, Alan Jones takes his maiden victory — and Shadow’s only win. We pause to remember Enzo Ferrari, whose team’s firsts shaped grand prix history. At Boavista 1960, John Surtees claims his first pole and fastest lap, Jim Clar…

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The North Korean Threat: Intelligence and Diplomacy 35:57

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Ambassador Joe DeTrani’s The North Korean Threat: Intelligence and Diplomacy — A Personal Memoir is a candid insider’s account of more than three decades navigating the perilous world of U.S.–North Korea relations. We’ll talk with him about some of his experiences as a CIA officer, senior U.S. negotiator, and Special Envoy for the Six-Party Talks. …

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13th August 1989: The Charge That Conquered Budapest 15:05

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Nigel Mansell turns the “no-overtaking” myth on its head at the 1989 Hungarian Grand Prix—carving from 12th on the grid to victory with a lightning pass on Ayrton Senna that brought the Hungaroring to its feet. We unpack how Ferrari’s race-trimmed 640 and Il Leone’s instincts combined to dethrone McLaren on a circuit built for patience, not heroics…

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Algae Unleashed: Skyrocketing Brain Power, Gut Health, and Energy with Spirulina, and Chlorella. Dr Catharine Arnston PhD MBA 1:07:59

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Not fish food but brain food and gut food. That’s how you should understand algae. I was blown away by the research on algae and its most powerful component superoxide dismutase. From MS to Alzheimer’s and PTSD, the super nutrient profile of spiralina and chlorella is an energy and mental performance game-changer that costs less than $1 a day. Join…

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Eddie Murphy: A Raw Talent | 290 47:18

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Not many celebrity careers have the legs of Eddie Murphy’s. He starts out as a teenage stand up comic and soon becomes the breakout star on “Saturday Night Live.” Then Eddie seamlessly transitions from the small screen to the silver screen with comedies like “Beverly Hills Cop,” “48 Hours,” and “Trading Places.” And with his specials “Delirious” an…

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12th August 1979: The Victory That Marked a New Force 16:52

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On August 12, 1979, the high-speed sweeps of the Österreichring witnessed a performance that signalled a changing of the guard in Formula 1. Alan Jones and Williams dominated the Austrian Grand Prix, delivering a flawless drive that marked the team as a new force in the sport. We also celebrate the birthday of Charlie Whiting, whose behind-the-scen…

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S22,E06: 08/11/25 (NOSTALGIA! Ben Folds Five, Billy Joel, Ween, Geoff Muldaur, The Housemartins, Fatboy Slim, Frankie Cosmos, Babe Rainbow) 56:49

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AUGUST 11TH, 2025 SPECIAL "HASTILY ASSEMBLED NOSTALIGIA" EPISODE! Philosophy - Ben Folds Five All You Wanna Do Is Dance - Billy Joel Everybody Has a Dream (Cold Spring Harbor Sessions) - Billy Joel December Theme (December Song) - Billy Joel The Prime of Your Life (unreleased demo) - Billy Joel The Longest Time - Billy Joel Travelin' Prayer (Columb…

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11th August 1996: The Supremacy That Secured the Silverware 14:36

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Williams’ mid-90s dominance takes centre stage as we revisit the 1996 Hungarian Grand Prix—the day a calm, clinical 1–2 for Jacques Villeneuve and Damon Hill wrapped up the Constructors’ Championship with four races to spare. We unpack how strategy, traffic, and late pressure shaped the result, and why this was the moment the FW18’s superiority tra…

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10th August 1997: The Heartbreak That Halted History 13:55

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In this episode of Chequered Past, we relive one of Formula One’s greatest “what might have been” moments – the 1997 Hungarian Grand Prix. Damon Hill, in the unfancied Arrows, produced a drive for the ages, leading Michael Schumacher and Jacques Villeneuve with ease… until a cruel late hydraulic failure snatched victory away on the final lap. We al…

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9th August 2020: The Strategy That Sealed the 70th 14:06

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In a perfectly timed coincidence, Episode 70 of Chequered Past celebrates the 70th Anniversary Grand Prix — a landmark 2020 race where Max Verstappen and Red Bull tore up the script to end Mercedes’ dominance with a bold hard-tyre strategy. We also mark the birthday of Patrick Depailler, the charismatic Frenchman backed by Elf whose fearless spirit…