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Join Grace, Paul and me as we follow the bright star of Apple to bring gifts to all 11 teams with gifts on this newborn era of F1. We also have gifts for the FIA and F1 as well. In this holiday special episode, we celebrate the festive season by discussing the upcoming changes in Formula 1 for 2026. We suggest gifts for each team and driver, reflecting on the challenges and developments of various teams including McLaren, Williams, Mercedes, Red Bull, Ferrari, and Aston Martin.The conversation highlights the excitement and anticipation surrounding the new era in F1, while also acknowledging the struggles faced by some teams. In this lively conversation, we discuss holiday gifts for various Formula 1 teams, reflecting on their current dynamics and future prospectsChapters:00:00 Holiday Special Introduction02:47 The New Era of F105:27 Gifts for the 2026 Season08:17 McLaren's 2025 Season Review11:13 Williams' Focus on 202613:58 Team Dynamics and Reactions16:48 Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook20:40 Humorous Hotel Experiences21:43 Gifts for Drivers: A Lighthearted Exchange22:59 Mercedes: A Year of Challenges and Friendship25:01 Red Bull: New Beginnings and Team Dynamics27:46 Racing Bulls: Energy Management and Team Spirit30:35 Isaac Hadjar: Embracing Confidence and Style31:35 Red Bull's Future: Leadership and Team Changes38:03 Ferrari's Struggles: A Year of Disappointment42:30 Aston Martin: Preparing for a New Era43:01 Adrian Newey's New Role and Challenges44:00 Gifts for Aston Martin Team Members47:50 Haas Team's Progress and Future51:25 Audi's Entry and Team Dynamics56:21 Alpine's Struggles and Future Prospects59:01 Cadillac's Entry and Team Spirit01:01:16 The Evolution of Botas' Persona01:02:17 Nostalgia and Team Dynamics01:03:16 Fashion and Identity in Racing01:05:58 The FIA and Governance Challenges01:06:53 Gifts for the FIA and Motorsport Grinch01:11:08 Formula One's Marketing Strategies01:14:41 Final Thoughts and Listener EngagementSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

23 Dec 1h 23min

A fresh Concorde through 2030, a clearer U.S. pipeline to F1, Audi slaps a name on it, the FIA keeps the incumbent, and Norris finally gets his silverware. Join Grace and me as we review the top 5 stories this week in Formula 1. Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:47 McLaren's Recent Success and Fan Reactions05:30 Concord Agreement and Its Implications08:26 FIA's Governance and Financial Stability11:03 IndyCar's Super License Points and U.S. Open-Wheel Racing14:06 Historical Context of IndyCar and F1 Relations23:54 The State of IndyCar and F128:28 Audi's Entry into Formula One39:56 MBS Re-elected as FIA President43:34 Navigating FIA Elections and F1 Dynamics45:58 Lando Norris: Triumphs and Controversies48:29 Disrespect in the Paddock: MBS and Lando50:49 The Prize-Giving Gala: A Season's End Reflection52:47 JPM's Commentary and the Future of F1 Broadcasting56:37 Albon's Cats and Lighthearted Moments in F158:36 Mailbag: Yuki's Driving and Race PenaltiesSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

16 Dec 1h 8min

Join Paul and me as we review the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix where Lando Norris secured his first World Championship as Max Verstappen won the race. We cover every team and driver as they finished and even discuss if Lando should have gotten a penalty for passing off track. Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Season Finale Podcast02:39 Reflections on the Last Race and Track Preferences05:32 Max Verstappen's Dominance and Red Bull Strategy08:19 McLaren's Strategic Play and Driver Performances11:04 Yuki Tsunoda's Final Race and Team Dynamics14:00 Controversial Penalties and Race Regulations16:44 Final Thoughts on the Season and Future Prospects23:25 Race Strategy and Driver Dynamics26:25 Lando's Championship Journey29:12 Mutual Respect Among Drivers33:51 Ferrari's Performance and Strategy36:39 Mercedes' Season Review40:14 Aston Martin's Competitive Edge43:01 Haas and Alpine's Battle for Points44:38 Weaving Penalties and Their Impact46:00 Nico Hülkenberg's Farewell Drive47:44 Sauber's Performance and Future49:22 Williams' Struggles and Season Reflection50:26 Alpine's Disappointing Season53:30 Liam Lawson's Erratic Driving55:00 Red Bull's Strategy and Championship Dynamics57:18 Drive of the Race: Max vs. Lando58:16 Mailbag Questions and Season ReflectionsSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

9 Dec 1h 8min

Join Paul and me as we review what went wrong at McLaren and how they lost the Qatar GP. We cover each team and driver as they finished and discuss all the "controversy" the race had to offer. Including McLaren's botched strategy and Ferrari's desolate performance. Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:48 Race Overview and Controversies05:32 Track Dynamics and Driver Experiences08:27 Social Media Reactions and Fan Engagement11:19 Red Bull's Performance and Strategy13:59 McLaren's Race Strategy and Decisions16:46 Driver Dynamics and Team Interactions22:19 Strategic Pit Stop Decisions28:04 Team Orders and Championship Dynamics33:07 Oscar Piastri's Performance Analysis38:06 Carlos Sainz's Race Strategy42:22 George Russell's Challenges44:57 Kimi Antonelli's Race Experience45:48 Judgment and Understanding in Racing47:02 Rookie Performance and Team Dynamics48:15 Tire Management and Race Strategy49:28 Driver Challenges and Team Performance51:04 Frustrations of Ferrari and Mercedes53:07 Emerging Talents and Race Outcomes56:38 Pit Lane Drama and Team Decisions58:54 Awards and Recognition in Racing01:02:10 Mailbag Insights and Future Strategies Support us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

1 Dec 1h 11min

Join Paul and me as we review the 2025 Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix covering every team and driver. We talk about McLaren's DSQ, Red Bull's dominance, Kimi Antonelli's brilliance and much more! Support us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

24 Nov 1h 9min

Join Grace and me as we review Pirelli’s 2-stop mandate, new paint rules, a Mercedes share shuffle, Ferrari’s boss telling his stars to zip it, Cadillac running a Ferrari in black. We cover teh top storys so you don't have to go hunt them down.

18 Nov 1h 12min

Join Paul and me as we review the Brazilian Grand Prix covering every team and driver as well as that Piastri penalty! Was it the right call? Who is "rookie of the year" now? Why is the Lewis-at-Ferrari thing not working? We talk about it all here.In this episode, Todd and Paul discuss the Brazilian Grand Prix, highlighting the performances of key drivers such as Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, Kimi Antonelli, and Max Verstappen. They delve into the strategies employed during the race, the impact of penalties, and the evolving dynamics within teams.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests03:56 Discussion on the Brazilian Grand Prix09:28 Lando Norris's Performance and Strategy12:01 Oscar Piastri's Challenges and Penalty Discussion16:03 Analysis of the Penalty Incident24:49 The Role of Driver Stewards in F126:43 Mercedes Performance Analysis29:03 Kimi Antonelli's Impressive Weekend32:28 Max Verstappen's Strategic Mastery37:37 Yuki Tsunoda's Challenges39:15 Haas F1 Team's Performance Review43:57 Rookie Drivers Making Their Mark44:24 Liam Lawson and Isaac Hadjar's Race Strategies48:13 Managing Pressure in Formula One49:46 The Burden of Expectations on Drivers52:00 Nico Hülkenberg's Resurgence53:38 Alpine's Strategy and Performance55:29 The Challenges of Young Drivers57:28 The Struggles of Williams and Ferrari59:22 Controversies and Team Dynamics01:01:06 Awards and Recognition in RacingSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

10 Nov 1h 14min

Join Grace and me as we separate the signal from the noise in this week's Formula 1 news lab. We cover the top stories and rank them using authority, novelty and momentum. A legal swing at the FIA election, F1 defends its world‑feed after driver heat, a court revives the darkest scandal of the 2000s, and Ferrari’s lead man gets engaged. We’re scoring signal, arguing both sides, and telling you what to watch before Interlagos.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Daylight Saving Time Confusion02:41 Ranking News Stories: The TPF News Lab05:38 FIA Election Legal Challenge08:31 F1 World Feed Controversy11:25 Liam Lawson Incident and FIA Response24:38 Communication Breakdown in Racing Operations30:14 Safety Protocols and Track Marshals32:57 The Crashgate Controversy38:39 Engagements and Personal Stories in F146:58 Engagement Ring Insights49:56 Personal Connections in Racing52:41 Humor and Lightheartedness in F157:33 Names and Pronunciations in F159:30 Bernie Ecclestone's Legacy and Life ChangesSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcfermeVisit us here: https://theparcferme.com/Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

4 Nov 1h 10min