Best Team Hard Compound Podcasts (2025)

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

14d ago41:13

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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

21d ago44:04

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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

1M ago47:02

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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

2M ago42:22

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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

4M ago41:45

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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

4M ago40:17

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

5M ago40:25

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

5M ago35:56

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

6M ago32:34

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

7M ago40:21

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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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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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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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Episode 93. All the F1 News that Fits. 32:10

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Off-season, but we are back on the Hard Compound. With all the news and rumors. Let's discuss. Will fatherhood change Max Verstappen? Is Toyota ready to buy Haas? The real reason Jos Verstappen is always in the Red Bull garage. How will Indy Racing's big moment impact F1 in America? What are the rookie F1 drivers thinking with these number choices?…

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Episode 92. F1 2024 in Review. Everything Counts in Large Amounts. 38:22

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. We take a look back at this great and surprising F1 2024 season. The quiet, steady greatness of Charles Leclerc. How Max Verstappen cemented his legacy as one of the greatest ever, maybe the greatest ever in F1. How Lando Norris found his will to win. Shocking moves by Lewis Hamilton, Carlos Sainz, Chris…

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Episode 91. Abu Dhabi 2024. Here's where the story ends. 41:24

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024, the final race of the season. Max Verstappen nearly takes out Oscar Piastri and almost ruins McLaren's chances for a Constructor's title. That's another reason why we predict F1 will enact the "Max rules" starting in 2025. We explain why McLaren winning the constructor's title …

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Episode 90. Qatar Grand Prix 2024. Are you not entertained? 35:28

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, where the Qatar Grand Prix delivers chaos. And where we say our early goodbyes. To Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes. To Esteban Ocon. To the feisty Ferrari brothers, Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc. But, wait. There's more. The financial rise in team values. The global growth of F1. And why Toto Wolff chose w…

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Episode 89. Las Vegas Grand Prix 2024. Max Versus Everybody. 38:47

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound where we dissect the Las Vegas Grand Prix, determine what sets Max Verstappen so far apart from his competitors, and discuss the massively growing impact of America on Formula 1. But wait. There's more. The Las Vegas Grand Prix has already become the premiere event on the F1 calendar. Shock news. GM Cadil…

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Episode 88. Sao Paulo Grand Prix 2024. Brothers in Arms. 41:31

11M ago41:31

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What was that? The Brazilian Grand Prix got wet and wild. But the truth was revealed. Max Verstappen is simply the best driver in Formula 1. And does not need the best car on the grid to win his 4th WDC. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound where we discuss the Sao Paulo Grand Prix and this amazing 2024 F1 season. But, wait. There's more! Wh…

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Episode 87. Mexico Grand Prix 2024. With a little help from my friends. 40:46

11M ago40:46

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound where we discuss the Mexico Grand Prix and this amazing 2024 F1 season. Lando Norris fighting to the last (with help from the stewards) to win his first driver's championship. Ferrari fighting to the last to win (another) Constructor's title. Fernando Alonso still fighting at 400! Great stuff. But, wait. …

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Episode 86. US Grand Prix 2024. Party in the U.S.A. 44:59

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Put your hands up! F1 returns to America. And with shocking results. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. It's a party in the U.S.A. Charles Leclerc's quiet season of greatness. Lando Norris self sabotage. Why George Russell will never replace Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes. Plus our crazy prediction: Why Ferrari will replace Lewis Hamilton lon…

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Episode 85. The one mostly about Daniel Ricciardo. 44:02

12M ago44:02

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Smiles awake you when you rise, Daniel. But your time in F1 has come to an end. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and we discuss Ricciardo's contribution to Formula 1, and what he should do next. And why he was robbed of a proper send-off. But, wait. There's more. Patrick says do not get used to watching Liam Lawson. Why only Max Verstapp…

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Episode 84. Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2024. Baby's On Fire. 32:44

1y ago32:44

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Baku delivers. F1 2024 delivers! And we have a 2-way race to the wire for the F1 driver's championship and, amazingly, a 3-way team race for the Constructors championship. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for all the action from Baku. Oscar Piastri has that Michael Jordan attitude required to win an F1 championship. But does Lando Norris…

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Episode 83. Monza! The 2024 Italian Grand Prix. Don't look back in anger. 39:29

1y ago39:29

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This F1 season. It continues to deliver. A stunning Charles Leclerc victory at Ferrari's home race! Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and let's discuss the race at Monza. Charles Leclerc wins his home race at Monaco and Ferrari's home race at Monza. And don't look now but Ferrari is in the hunt for the Constructor's. Oscar Piastri jeopard…

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Episode 82. Dutch Grand Prix 2024. Leave me no choice but to plot my revenge. 39:52

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The Dutch Grand Prix told us who the best drivers are and who has the best car. Even better, this was the race where Lando Norris, finally, embraced his killer instinct. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and let's discuss what Lando has to do to win his first WDC and what Red Bull has to do to keep their Constructor's hopes alive. But, wa…

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Episode 81. Belgian Grand Prix 2024. I have become comfortably numb. 49:46

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F1 2024 continues to deliver! Incredible racing, chaotic races, and for George Russell, post-race heartbreak. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for full analysis of the Belgian Grand Prix 2024. And a look toward the second half of the season. 5:00 George Russell masterclass is all for nothing. He now trails even Sergio Perez in the driver…

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Episode 80. Hungarian Grand Prix 2024. Bigmouth Strikes Again. 37:32

1y ago37:32

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A McLaren 1-2! Oscar Piastri's first victory, and the first F1 win for any driver born in the 21st century. So why are so many on the McLaren team not happy? Let's switch to the Hard Compound and discuss all the drama from the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix. 1:00 Did McLaren doom Lando's championship hopes? 10:00 Does Lando Norris lack the killer instin…

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Episode 79. British Grand Prix 2024. Hollywood Goes Lights Out for F1. 38:13

1y ago38:13

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Lewis Hamilton is back! Winning. With Mercedes. At Silverstone. The rightful heir. But like Game of Thrones, don't expect Hamilton to occupy the seat for long. The outsider, Max Verstappen, is right there. And fellow Brits, George Russell and Lando Norris have made clear their claims. But wait, there's more. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compo…

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Episode 78. Austrian Grand Prix 2024. Why can't we be friends? 40:46

1y ago40:46

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Why can't we be friends? Because this is War. Max Verstappen makes it clear to his good friend Lando Norris, and to the entire F1 grid. If you wanna stop me you're gonna have to, well, you know. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for everything that happened at the Austrian Grand Prix. 5:00 Max Verstappen does not need friends. 7:00 Oh, ye…

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Episode 77. Spanish Grand Prix 2024. I am old but I am happy. 42:38

1+ y ago42:38

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Through goes Hamilton! Barcelona delivers and Lewis Hamilton edges ever closer to the inevitable 200 F1 podiums. Join Patrick (son) and Brian (dad) on the Hard Compound and let's discuss the Spanish Grand Prix. 1:00 Max versus Everybody 3:00 Ferrari versus Ferrari 6:00 Lando versus McLaren 8:00 Track position versus tire strategy 30:00 F1 versus Am…

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Episode 76. Canadian Grand Prix 2024. Guess who's back, back again? 46:54

1+ y ago46:54

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The beautiful city of Montreal delivered a dirty race! We love it. Join Patrick (son) and Brian (dad) on the Hard Compound and let's discuss the Canadian Grand Prix. Disastrous weekend for Ferrari. Plus, why Carlos Sainz would make a hot nanny. And why Charles Leclerc must suffer for Ferrari's sins. A great weekend for the Empire. George Russell, L…

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Episode 75. Monaco Grand Prix 2024. King Charles. Victorious, Happy, and Glorious. 41:32

1+ y ago41:32

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He did it! Charles Leclerc, hometown hero, wins the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix! Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound to discuss the race and the latest F1 stories. 2:00 Charles Leclerc was not to be denied. And that genuine outpouring of support from his team, including from the Prince of Monaco, was special. 4:00 Before we blame KMags, Esteban …

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Episode 74. Imola Grand Prix 2024. 21st Century Boy. 44:58

1+ y ago44:58

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Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound. It's the 2024 Imola Grand Prix. Our first race of the year in Europe. Here's what you get. The best British driver, more drama at Ferrari, a full race analysis, plus our (truly) crazy predictions for Monaco. But wait, there's more! 2:15 Max Verstappen, typical 20-something, abandons his all-night gaming …

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Episode 73. Miami Grand Prix 2024. Lando Norris Wins a Fight. 42:00

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We did it! All of us. Together, we manifested Lando Norris's first ever F1 win! Now join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for a full retelling of the 2024 Miami Grand Prix. 1:30 F1 Made for America 14:00 Yuki is great but has nowhere else to go 18:30 Miami Grand Prix Top 5 25:30 F1 Versus America 36:00 Could Lando take George Russell in a fig…

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Episode 72. Chinese Grand Prix 2024. Alonso Finds His Joy. 45:34

1+ y ago45:34

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and let's talk about the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix. It's a good one. And we have questions. Like, what's wrong with Lewis Hamilton? Does Ferrari already have regrets? Could Max Verstappen possibly get to 200 F1 wins? When did Nico Hulkenberg get so good? How does Alonso defy his age? Oh, and we tell you why…

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Episode 71. Japanese Grand Prix 2024. My own worst enemy. 42:34

1+ y ago42:34

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. First, remembering Jules Bianchi. An upsetting death and shocking it's been ten years. Then, our recap of the 2024 Japan Grand Prix. The perfect race for new fans. We discuss why. We also discuss why Daniel Ricciardo will be out of F1 before Logan Sargeant. Yes, really. Why Ferrari already has regrets ab…

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Episode 70. Australian Grand Prix 2024. Placing high stakes and making hearts ache. 49:13

1+ y ago49:13

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Well, that was unexpected! A rare Max Verstappen DNF. Alonso penalized for being Alonso. George Russell freaking out -- and rightly so. All this and more. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. Our complete recap of the Australian Grand Prix, plus all the fun chat. The current status of naughty Carlos Sainz fan fiction. The end of the line fo…

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Episode 69. Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2024. Human Behavior. 48:00

1+ y ago48:00

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There's definitely, definitely, definitely no logic! Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. Our complete recap of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and much more. Like, what happens when you hand an 18 year old the keys to a Ferrari? Or, what was Christian Horner thinking? Plus, why Max Verstappen is the Michael Jordan of Formula 1. Why the era of…

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Episode 68. The 2023 F1 Awards Show. Always Something There to Remind Me. 58:50

1+ y ago58:50

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. Very special super double bonus episode! Our F1 2023 awards, including for best driver, best team, best race. Oh, and worst team, best screw-up, and biggest surprise. But, wait. There's more. Our early predictions for F1 2024. Why McLaren will dash our hopes once again. All the spice that's set to go dow…

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Episode 67. The Mario and Lewis Show! We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together. 40:50

1+ y ago40:50

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for this very special episode. The SHOCK Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari signing. The SHOCK F1 rejecting Andretti Cadillac news. We go through what this means for Lewis, for Mercedes, for Ferrari, and how this deal sets a precedent with Formula 1 that may prove even more impactful than the Lionel Messi deal wit…

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Episode 66. F1 2023 Look Back. Everyday is like Sunday. 41:44

1+ y ago41:44

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for a look back at F1 2023. Michael Jordan, game 6? Try Max Verstappen, F1 2023. One of the greatest seasons in racing history. Plus, why Charles Leclerc is like James Bond, and why this maybe isn't such a good thing. Where Nico Hulkenberg, Sergio Perez, and Carlos Sainz will wind up. Why we expect Toto W…

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Episode 65. The one where LIV Golf attempts a hostile takeover of Formula 1. 34:34

2y ago34:34

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. A very special episode. We decided to postpone our F1 2023 year in review show and delve into the highly plausible scenario where a LIV Golf-type organization seeks a hostile takeover of F1. You do not want to miss this one. Text Brian or Patrick And as always, thank you for listening to everybody's most…