Beste Motosport Podcasts (2024)

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Bob Starr 47:12

4d ago47:12

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Bob Starr considers himself “lucky,” having spent his entire career in the motorcycle industry, including more than 32 years at Yamaha in marketing and, currently, corporate communications. “I turned a passion of mine at a very early age into a lifelong career,” he says with the enthusiasm of a teenager, “and I have really, really enjoyed it. I hop…

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Cassey Stone & Jacob Michna 47:49

19d ago47:49

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The couple that rides together, stays together, right? Well, Cassey Stone, founder of the “Hell Yeah! Moto” women’s dirt bike riding school, and Jacob Michna, former head of the AMA Hare and Hound National Championship Series now running the AMA West Hare Scramble Championship Series, bring vastly different two-wheel experiences to their relationsh…

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Ryan F9 (aka Ryan Kluftinger) 51:13

1M ago51:13

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Stage names often have interesting backstories. For Ryan Kluftinger, better known as “RyanF9,” host of the “FortNine” YouTube channel, the explanation is straightforward: His boss came up with the internet alias. At the time, Ryan wasn’t exactly pleased, but he shrugged it off, figuring that was a small cost for the opportunity to produce his own c…

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Sean Bice 49:11

2M ago49:11

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Like so many of his peers, Sean Bice began his lifelong love affair with motorcycling on a minibike. His adventures in small-town, northern New York state eventually led to the purchase at age 16 of a two-stroke Yamaha RD350, which Bice still owns. “My dad was cool enough to go, ‘I’ll pay for half, you pay for half, but you have to take care of thi…

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Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2024 47:58

2M ago47:58

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What comes to mind when someone says, “Sturgis”? As in, the annual motorcycle rally set in the South Dakota city of the same name. If you’re Mark Long, host of “Driven to Ride,” you know only what you’ve read or been told. See, before this year, Mark had never been to Sturgis, never mind the rally. So this past August, he packed his bags and pointe…

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Keith Keller 38:14

2M ago38:14

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Keith Keller ventured from the U.S. to the Cayman Islands to experience first-hand the spectacular diving and snorkeling for which the British overseas territory located in the western Caribbean Sea is known, and he stayed for the motorcycling. That description may seem odd to dyed-in-the-wool riders, since Grand Cayman, the largest of the three is…

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Guillermo Cornejo 43:30

3M ago43:30

43:30

True story: “Driven to Ride” host Mark Long booked a Kawasaki Vulcan S through Riders Share for the MotoGP race weekend at Circuit of The Americas. Upon arrival in Austin, Texas, he went to the designated location to pick up the bike from owner Guillermo Cornejo. Turns out, Cornejo is the founder of Riders Share, said to be the largest motorcycle-s…

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Andrew Pieper 48:20

3M ago48:20

48:20

For generations of teenagers, a driver’s license represented independence, a milestone moment that transported fresh-faced wheelmen (and women) one step closer to adulthood. That is less so now, with fewer young drivers showing interest in taking to the road. Andrew Pieper, however, is all about bucking trends. In fact, he couldn’t wait to pass his…

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MotoGP At Mugello 42:04

4M ago42:04

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If spectating at a MotoGP race in Europe is on your bucket list, then the Italian Grand Prix at Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello won’t disappoint, as “Driven to Ride” host Mark Long discovered firsthand this past June. Long spent the week traveling with his buddy Mike, who lives in Switzerland. Together, they enjoyed the full, immersive race-we…

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Crystal Fong 46:03

4M ago46:03

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“You’ve come a long way, baby,” was an advertising slogan created in the 1960s by Philip Morris for cigarette brand Virginia Slims. Aimed exclusively at women, the long-running campaign promoted equality among genders, particularly in the workplace. Crystal Fong has come a long way, too—both literally and figuratively—as she explains to host Mark L…

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Richard Worsham 42:43

5M ago42:43

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“Farm to fork” is a popular movement in which restaurants source fresh, locally grown ingredients from nearby farms for the meals they serve, as opposed to purchasing those items from wholesale distributors that cater to nationwide chains. Janus Motorcycles is the farm-to-fork of motorcycle makers, a regionally focused alternative to the global par…

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Mike Van Der Sleesen, Round 2 42:05

5M ago42:05

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Have you ever met someone who describes their life on this planet in such an entertaining way you lose track of time? Well, that is the dilemma “Driven to Ride” podcast host Mark Long faced with Mike van der Sleesen. Mike, the CEO of Vanson Leathers, was one of Mark’s first guests, and that interview barely scratched the surface of a life of advent…

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Jeff Allen 52:58

6M ago52:58

52:58

Jeff Allen has been taking beautiful photographs of motorcycles for Cycle World magazine and its digital sister, cycleworld.com, for more than 30 years. Jeff got his start in the early 1990s as a studio assistant. His current position as staff photographer has taken Jeff all over the world in a unique role that enables him to capture the essence of…

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MotoGP at Circuit of the Americas 50:22

6M ago50:22

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We're taking you to the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas for the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas. We're not just going to the race - we're talking with Clerk of the Course Beth Miller; Sean Bice, the prolific MotoAmerica content creator who co-hosts the series’ weekly “Off Track” podcast; Brian Case, Executive Director of the Barber Vin…

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George Beavers 42:10

7M ago42:10

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If there was a dictionary entry for “Moto California,” the definition might be “a nightclub on two wheels.” Or at least that is the concept West Coast transplant George Beavers had in his mind when he cooked up the idea of creating an exclusive and unique intercontinental vacation experience centered around riding fun motorcycles on spectacular roa…

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Doodle on a Motorcycle 44:48

7M ago44:48

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Are you afraid to ride a motorcycle at night? Does your heart skip a beat when drops of rain appear on your faceshield? You’re not alone. Carolyn Figueria—better known as “Doodle on a Motorcycle” to the legion of fans who subscribe to her YouTube channel—uses her ever-expanding platform to address these and other challenges that could have prevente…

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Sarah Schilke 45:30

8M ago45:30

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Some people seem destined for a certain line of work—a family business, for example—while others set out on a unique and unexpected career path with a specific goal in mind. Sarah Schilke identifies with the latter, the Oregon native having established early on that a life spent on two wheels in the motorcycle industry was the one and only directio…

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Dennis Noyes 49:19

8M ago49:19

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When Hank Snow took “I’ve Been Everywhere” to number one on the country-music charts, Dennis Noyes was writing for a daily newspaper in Venezuela. South America is a long way from central Illinois, where Noyes was born and raised. His father wrote for the “Stars And Stripes” and his mother was a linguistics professor at Purdue University, so words …

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Bridget McCutchen 53:29

9M ago53:29

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When Bridget McCutchen set off from her rural midwestern home on a world tour, she had no idea what the next 16 months would bring. Some 451 days later, after covering nearly 50,000 miles and visiting 45 countries, the 22-year-old Wisconsin native had successfully checked off all the requirements to become the youngest person, man or woman, to trav…

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Austin Rothbard 43:59

9M ago43:59

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Would you let a complete stranger ride your prized motorcycle? Austin Rothbard is betting that you will—for a fee, of course. In fact, Rothbard started a business in 2017 based on that very concept. Rothbard is a motorcyclist himself and the founder and CEO of “Twisted Road,” a peer-to-peer, community-based rental service that he fondly refers to a…

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Mike Van Der Sleesen 47:57

9M ago47:57

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How’s this for a company motto? “Hand built. Made to last.” Those aren’t just words, either: Top Fuel Motorcycle drag racer and former world record holder Kory Hogan survived a 246-mph crash in a leather suit designed and manufactured under the unyielding direction of the guest on this episode, the founder and CEO of Vanson Leathers, Mike van der S…

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Michael Lichter 44:20

10M ago44:20

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Michael Lichter rode a motorcycle to the Black Hills Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota, for the first time in 1979—44 years ago. He documented that trip with a camera from the seat of his Harley-Davidson Shovelhead. Little did Lichter know that inaugural visit to the wildly popular biker party would lead to attending dozens more rallies and hundreds o…

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Robert Pandya 46:36

10M ago46:36

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“Authenticity is earned through epic work” is one of Robert Pandya’s favorite sayings, and indeed, Robert has done some epic work during his long and wild and varied career in the powersports industry. In fact, Pandya is a bit of a jack of all trades with experience in many aspects of marketing, from media relations to hosting and producing world-c…

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Dave Despain 47:21

11M ago47:21

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Once in a great while, an individual connects with an audience. News anchor Walter Cronkite was often called “the most trusted man in America.” Vin Scully was the “voice of baseball.” For legions of motorsports fanatics, our next guest’s encyclopedic knowledge and booming baritone cemented their connection with all manner of two- and four-wheel com…

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Ricky Carmichael 51:10

11M ago51:10

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For those who watched our next guest’s ascent to motocross and supercross greatness, the acronym by which this hall of famer is often and deservingly referred is apropos. Credited with 15 national titles—10 in motocross, including two perfect seasons, and five in supercross—Ricky Carmichael is indeed the GOAT, or the Greatest Of All Time. Following…

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Peter Egan 49:14

12M ago49:14

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For a generation of motorcycle enthusiasts, Peter Egan represented something of a revelation. Here was someone who spoke their language, who found ways to escape the chill of winter to bring them with him across the country, eloquently describing through the pages of Cycle World the flat expanses, curving mountain roads, and scenic coastlines he tr…

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Alonzo Bodden 42:06

1y ago42:06

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Six-foot-four-inch Alonzo Bodden strikes an imposing figure, both on the stage as an internationally recognized comedian and off it. A native of Queens, New York, Bodden moved in the 1990s to Long Beach, California, where he worked in the aviation industry as a mechanic. Since his comedy career took off, Bodden has appeared in numerous films and TV…

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The National Motorcycle Museum 36:01

1y ago36:01

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The National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa hosted over 500 motorcycles from every decade and almost every manufacturer, all handpicked by John Parham and his family of J&P Cycles fame. Unfortunately, the museum had to shut down back in September. Let's take a look inside before they close the doors for good, and find out the story of how one guy got…

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What is Driven to Ride? 2:39

1y ago2:39

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Curious about what you'll find on the Driven to Ride podcast? Start here! All our links: https://linktr.ee/driventoridepodcast Business Inquiries: hello@driventoridepodcast.com Connect with Us: Website: www.driventoridepodcast.com Instagram: www.Instagram.com/driventoridepodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/driventoride Email: hello@driventoridepodca…

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Roifield Browns podcasts 1:48

2y ago1:48

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10 American Presidents Podcast DumTeeDum - A show about BBC Radio's 'The Archers' How Jamaica Conquered the World Intelligent Speech - interviews, conversations and presentations of ideas Map Corner Mid-Atlantic - conversations about US, UK and world politics The Race Directors Podcast - F1 The Things That Made England Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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Listen to podcasts from Roifield Brown 1:48

2y ago1:48

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10 American Presidents Podcast DumTeeDum - A show about BBC Radio's 'The Archers' How Jamaica Conquered the World Intelligent Speech - interviews, conversations and presentations of ideas Map Corner Mid-Atlantic - conversations about US, UK and world politics The Race Directors Podcast - F1 The Things That Made England Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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The Italian Grand Prix - Max wins yet again 45:42

2y ago45:42

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The team breaks down a shaky weekend of F1 at Monza. Fan issues and a safety car debacle plagued the Italian GP weekend, but we also highlight stand-in Nyck de Vries’ incredible debut for Williams, as well as the latest news. We know Red Bull-Porsche is dead, but could Max Verstappen be gone soon, too? Ahead of Marina Bay, Ed casts a glance at the …

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The Dutch Grand Prix - Max wins, but Merc comes close 50:11

2y ago50:11

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Back from the Zandvoort bankings, the race directors analyse the newly revived Dutch Grand Prix’s second edition. Also covering the latest news and paddock whispers: could Colton Herta be joining AlphaTauri in 2023? We look back with Ed to the 1995 Italian Grand Prix, and Johnny Herbert’s second race win for Benetton, against legendary teammate Mic…

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The Belgian Grand Prix - Max dominates 47:00

2y ago47:00

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The crew are back from their summer break! Listen as we dissect proceedings from the Belgian Grand Prix, from Lewis Hamilton’s uncharacteristic mistake to Esteban Ocon’s overtaking clinic, as well as all of the whispers from around the paddock. Ahead of F1’s short trip to Zandvoort, Ed covers the old track’s final race, and three-time champion Niki…

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Mid Season report and the Hungarian Grand Prix 1:25:57

2y ago1:25:57

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I’m Shannon Maybury, your host of The Race Directors podcast, and I’m joined by the soon-to-be blue-flagged backmarkers F1 journalist Ed Spencer and serial podcaster Joe Spagnoli, mysterious F1 Twitter menace Unpaid 1ntern is still doing his paid interning. Looking Back with Ed. To choose a classic race from Spa, is like choosing which cake to have…

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The French Grand Prix - has Leclerc driven his championship hopes into the barriers? 58:39

2+ y ago58:39

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I’m Shannon Maybury, your host of The Race Directors podcast, and I’m joined by the soon to be blue-flagged backmarkers F1 journalist Ed Spencer and serial podcaster Joe Spagnoli, mysterious F1 Twitter menace Unpaid 1ntern is still doing his paid interning. Looking Back with Ed. The 2006 edition of the Hungarian Grand Prix was the weekend where Jen…

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The Austrian Grand Prix (sorry its so late) 1:00:57

2+ y ago1:00:57

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Shannon Maybury is joined by F1 journalist Ed Spencer and serial podcaster Joe Spagnoli and mysterious F1 Twitter menace Unpaid 1ntern. Looking Back with Ed. The 1999 French Grand Prix was won by Heinz-Harald Frentzen driving a Jordan after starting from fifth position. It was a dramatic dry to wet and dry again race. Link to classic teams with Joe…

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The British Grand Prix - Sainz lucks into his first win 54:45

2+ y ago54:45

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Shannon Maybury, is joined by the soon to be blue flagged backmarkers F1 journalist Ed Spencer and serial podcaster Joe Spagnoli and mysterious F1 Twitter menace Unpaid 1ntern. Looking Back with Ed. Many races have been stopped early due to poor weather but few have the drama that the 1975 Austrian Grand Prix had as Vittorio Brambilla won and spun …

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The Canadian Grand Prix - Verstappen wins, Hamilton smiles - Tony Brooks remembered 56:44

2+ y ago56:44

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The 2022 Canadian Grand Prix - 19 June '22 at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal Canada, the 9th round of the championship. Verstappen took pole in a rain-affected qualifying, from Alonso and Carlos Sainz Jr. Verstappen converted his pole into victory, ahead of Sainz and Hamilton. Review 87 British GP - Now we all know Silverstone has a very…

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Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2022 - Verstappen wins as Ferrari's hopes explode 50:41

2+ y ago50:41

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Shannon Maybury, your host of The Race Directors podcast, is joined by F1 journalist Ed Spencer and serial podcaster Joe Spagnoli to discuss The Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Looking Back with Ed. A review Of the 1991 Canadian GP when Mansell waved away certain victory. Link to classic teams with Joe “When a team wins in Formula 1, it’s normal to have the…

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Monaco Grand Prix - The sun shines on Perez 53:21

2+ y ago53:21

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The Team discuss The Monaco Grand Prix and if and should remain on the F1 circuit, with friend of the pod Bryson! The 2021 Azerbaijan GP is remembered alongside classic team Osella Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Spainish GP - It was carnage in Catalonia! 48:05

2+ y ago48:05

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The Spanish GP 2022 wasn't a grade “A” spectacle but it was an entertaining race in Barcelona. Should this have been a Ferrari one-two? By the time the F1 fraternity rolled into Monaco for round six in the 1992 world championship, the result of the title fight looked already decided before a car had left the pits. Nigel Mansell had won the first fi…

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The Miami GP, March GP and will Mercedes ditch its sidepod-less car? 40:14

2+ y ago40:14

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The Sunshine State becomes the no fun shine state with this year's Miami GP. Though intern thinks it was one of the best looking events I have ever seen. Well, we've got some differing opinions clearly. What is it like to walk on water? It's impossible, but Michael Schumacher came very close to achieving that feat. This is the story. Michael Schuma…

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The Emilia Romagna Grand Prix and the Formula one week afterwards 42:40

2+ y ago42:40

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Our team look at the events of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. Gossip grid Shannon gives up the F1 gossip. Link to looking back with Ed. With the success of Drive to survive in the States, F1 has gained new popularity in the US, with that in mind we turn our attention to the 1984 ill-fated Dallas Grand Prix with our Ed. Classic teams of F1 lore Amer…

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The Australian GP, fire-resistant underpants, Minardi and Imola 1982 36:43

2+ y ago36:43

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The Saudia Arabian Grand prix and the week after Jeddah in F1 50:57

2+ y ago50:57

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A race where a Merc did battle with a Hass would’ve guessed? The news of the week is the Las Vegas Grand Prix, how does everyone feel about a third US race? A look back at the 1997 Australian GP, where Alesi ran out of fuel. Lastly, who is the plonker of the week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…