The Parc Fermé F1 Podcast

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix and who got it right! We discuss every team and driver as they finished and discuss the nuances of the race and even hand out awards.  Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Podcast01:51 Austrian Grand Prix Insights05:34 McLaren's Dominance and Team Dynamics10:58 Ferrari's Performance and Challenges16:26 Mercedes' Struggles and Team Battles22:20 Strengths and Weaknesses of the W1623:27 Driver Performance and Team Dynamics24:25 Kimi's Collision and Its Aftermath25:56 Understanding Braking Errors in Racing28:19 Liam Lawson's Redemption30:26 Isaac Hadjar's Struggles31:34 Aston Martin's Performance Review34:40 Sauber's Double Points Finish37:42 Haas and Ocon's Race Strategy43:44 Pre-Race Expectations and Team Performance47:06 Alpine's Struggles and Strategy Missteps49:09 Colapinto's Race Challenges and Team Dynamics50:11 Red Bull's Driver Issues and Championship Hopes55:17 Williams' Technical Failures and Future Prospects58:36 Race Awards and Highlights01:00:50 Cadillac's Entry into Formula 1 and Team DynamicsSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

30 Jun 1h 10min

Join Grace and me as we discuss James Vowles, Liberty's MotoGP deal, Brad Pitt's F1 drive and F1's early Silly Season. We cover the news of the week so you don't have too! We even have some Albon's Cats and Mailbag for you. Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:18 Exciting Racing News03:15 The Doodle Dog Phenomenon06:01 Community and Pets07:00 Formula One Updates07:42 James Vowles' Long-Term Commitment12:17 Evaluating James Vowles' Performance17:59 Brad Pitt's F1 Experience21:08 The Thrill of Winning and Driving Fast23:39 Experiences in Formula One Cars24:27 F1 Silly Season: Rumors and Contracts28:31 Driver Dynamics and Team Strategies35:29 Liberty Media's Acquisition of MotoGP41:30 The Excitement of MotoGP Racing42:28 The Thrill of MotoGP vs. Formula One43:55 Liberty Media's Acquisition of Formula One45:14 Cultural Differences in Motorsports46:45 The American Market for MotoGP48:08 The Visceral Experience of MotoGP49:35 Potential Synergies Between MotoGP and Formula One51:02 Documentaries That Inspire Motorsports Fans52:52 Celebrity Connections to Motorsports54:39 The Rise of New Talent in MotoGP56:52 Fun and Games in the World of Motorsports58:55 Mailbag and Listener QuestionsSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/productsBuy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/theparcferme

24 Jun 1h 14min

Join Grace and me as we review the Canadian GP including Lando's move, Kimi's drive and dead groundhogs. We even discuss Ferrari's ills, Flavio's possible role and contemplate consider Gabby's potential.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Le Mans Discussion03:02 Canadian Grand Prix Preview06:03 Max vs. George: The Rivalry08:59 Mercedes Performance and Strategy11:58 George Russell's Victory14:57 Kimi Antonelli's Impressive Drive17:57 McLaren's Mixed Results20:58 Yuki Tsunoda's Tough Weekend23:59 Lando Norris's DNF and Future Prospects27:30 Navigating Racing Decisions and Instincts30:20 Communication Challenges in Formula 134:40 The Impact of Team Dynamics on Performance37:39 Media Pressure and Team Leadership38:54 Driver Engagement and Mental Space44:01 Emerging Talents and Team Performance46:00 Post-Race Reflections and Future Expectations49:45 Alpine's Struggles and Team Dynamics51:58 Flavio Briatore's Unexpected Role53:45 The Uncertain Future of Alpine54:15 Driver Performances and Team Strategies57:57 Awards and Highlights of the RaceSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/productsBuy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/theparcferme

16 Jun 1h 10min

Join me and The Heart or Racing Aston Martin's Paul Charsley as we discuss their 24 Hours of Le Mans campaign replete with pole position and the Valkyrie's! We discuss their pole position for the GT3 Vantage, the Valkyrie's program and first year at Le Mans and much more.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Le Mans 2025 Special Podcast02:59 Experience at Le Mans: The Valkyrie Challenge05:55 Endurance Racing Dynamics: Reliability vs. Speed09:30 Competition Landscape: Rivals and Strategies12:36 Valkyrie Performance: First Year Insights18:05 Learning Curve: Reliability and Development22:24 Team Dynamics: Managing the Grind of 24 Hours28:38 Final Thoughts: Predictions and Expectations

13 Jun 33min

Join Grace and me as we review this week's most talked about stories on the socials including Max, flexi-wings, Monaco and Lewis. We discuss what the most talked about stories this week were, why they were talked about and why it matters. Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Formula One Controversies03:12 Verstappen-Russell Collision and Reactions05:48 Nico Rosberg's Commentary and Its Impact09:03 FIA's Flexi-Wing Clampdown Discussion11:59 Social Media Buzz and Fan Reactions14:57 McLaren's Performance Amid Regulatory Changes18:00 Future Implications of FIA Regulations23:44 The Ferrari Dilemma: Expectations vs. Reality30:20 The Role of Lewis Hamilton in Ferrari's Future35:47 Viewership Trends: Formula One's Growing Popularity41:34 Aston Martin's Controversial Decisions49:59 The Potential of Valtteri Bottas and Fernando Alonso Duo50:30 The Fun of Frivolity54:01 MotoGP Insights and Predictions01:00:02 The Impact of Technology on Racing01:05:59 Cultural Shifts in Formula One01:12:00 Looking Ahead: Canadian Grand Prix PreviewVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/productsBuy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/theparcferme

10 Jun 1h 15min

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix including Max's meltdown. We cover each team as they finished and discuss each driver's race. We even hand out awards. Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Team Updates03:14 Controversies and Flexi Wings06:03 Race Overview: McLaren's Dominance12:57 Ferrari's Unexpected Podium and Lewis's Struggles17:01 George Russell's Race and Contact with Max26:54 Steward Decisions and Racing Etiquette28:25 The Evolution of Race Stewarding31:45 Rookie Performances and Team Dynamics33:46 Sauber's Resurgence and Strategic Updates36:45 The Impact of Driver Decisions on Race Outcomes39:13 Rookie Standouts: Hadjar and Lawson41:55 Alpine's Struggles and Competitive Landscape43:47 The Challenges of New Drivers in Established Teams45:40 Alonso's Home Race and Team Performance49:52 Red Bull's Race Drama and Team Strategy54:14 Max Verstappen's Championship Mindset57:01 Tire Strategy and Race Dynamics01:00:57 Red Bull's Performance and Team Strategy01:02:59 Driver Performance and Team Decisions01:05:59 Awards and Race Highlights01:09:56 Mailbag and Fan QuestionsSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/productsBuy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/theparcferme

2 Jun 1h 17min

Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix including every team, driver and strategy. We even give a list of possible solutions to the Monaco problem of no passing as opposed to the 2-stop rule.  Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Monaco Grand Prix Podcast01:49 Discussion on the Monaco Grand Prix Weekend04:00 The Two-Stop Rule Controversy08:00 Strategic Challenges in Formula 112:03 Suggestions for Improving Monaco Grand Prix20:01 Innovative Ideas for Race Format Changes24:58 Strategizing Pit Stops and Race Dynamics27:02 Lando Norris: Mastering Monaco29:56 Team Dynamics: McLaren's Competitive Edge32:00 Ferrari's Challenge: Leclerc's Pursuit34:01 Lewis Hamilton: A Steady Performance36:58 Red Bull's Tactical Maneuvers40:05 Rookie Performances: Lawson and Hadjar43:03 Williams' Strategy: Teamwork in Action45:55 Ocon's Comeback and Team Strategy49:01 Final Thoughts on Race Execution50:55 Understanding Racing Strategies and Team Dynamics54:45 Mercedes' Strategy: A Critical Analysis57:43 Kimi's Tough Race and Learning Experiences01:00:17 Pierre Gasly's Collision and Team Performance01:02:31 Reflections on Monaco's Iconic Corners01:05:25 Aston Martin's Mixed Fortunes01:06:34 Awards and Recognition: Move and Donkey of the Race01:10:07 Final Thoughts and Looking AheadSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/productsBuy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/theparcferme

26 Mai 1h 15min

Join Paul and me as review the 2025 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix covering each team and driver. We discuss turn1, the C6 Pirelli compound, McLaren's strategy, Alpine, Mercedes and Ferrari's home race.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix03:03 Track Walk Insights and Race Preparation05:59 Key Storylines Leading into the Race08:58 Camera Angles and Track Dynamics11:58 Race Overview: Max Verstappen's Victory15:03 McLaren's Performance: Lando and Oscar's Strategies24:59 Race Strategy and Team Dynamics30:13 Driver Performance and Team Orders34:58 Midfield Battles and Strategy Outcomes39:36 Challenges and Technical Issues44:11 Rookie Performances and Team Development48:45 Aston Martin's Upgrades and Race Strategy49:19 Monaco Race Preview and Team Performances52:37 Alpine's Struggles and Driver Challenges54:55 Team Dynamics and Internal Changes57:50 Haas and Williams Performance Review01:00:24 Red Bull's Tire Management and Race Strategy01:03:02 Awards and Highlights of the RaceVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/productsBuy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/theparcferme

19 Mai 1h 9min