The Ringer F1 Show

Lando Norris has won the Hungarian Grand Prix, and Meg and Spanners sit down to take a look at all of the strategy that went into McLaren’s victory. Plus, Lewis Hamilton has some harsh words for himself as he attempts to pull himself out of a funk. Meg and Spanners also look into any team movements before the summer break. Host: Megan SchusterGuest: Spanners ReadyProducer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

Megan and Spanners gather for an emergency pod to discuss the biggest questions after the bombshell report that Red Bull Racing has fired Christian Horner after 20 years as team principal. Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

Bloomberg’s Jason Kelly joins Megan to dive deep into the business of F1 and where the sport might be going. They discuss the success of the 'F1' film and how it could be a dream come true for potential investors and sponsors, the added excitement around the new Cadillac team, as well as why the clock is ticking to get a woman driver on the main grid soon. Host: Megan SchusterGuest: Jason KellySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2025

The checkered flag has dropped at Silverstone, and Megan and Spanners are here to talk about it all, from Nico Hülkenberg’s first podium ever to a rather controversial penalty. They also talk about the further dueling of the “Max to Mercedes” rumors and how it might not be as simple as we may think. Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 July 2025

Spanners joins Megan to discuss the results of the Austrian GP, and they begin with a face-off from the track and how McLaren managed it (02:12). They also discuss how Meg never doubted Mattia Binotto (17:03), some small victories for Ferrari (34:28), and some spoiler-filled thoughts on ‘F1: The Movie’ (52:26). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 June 2025

Megan is joined by Mallory Rubin to discuss the thrilling and at times insane F1: The Movie in all of its high-octane glory (03:06). They delve into spoilers later in the show and discuss Brad Pitt’s dangerous racing style, all of the real-world cameos, and how the movie may refuse to acknowledge qualifiers (17:10). Host: Megan SchusterGuest: Mallory RubinSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

Meg and Spanners recap the Canadian Grand Prix that resulted in George Russell coming in first, followed by Max Verstappen in second, and Kimi Antonelli in third. They begin by examining Lando Norris’s collision with teammate Oscar Piastri, a great day for Mercedes; Antonelli’s first podium finish, Russell’s impressive season continues, and speculation around Verstappen’s penalty points (0:47). Then, they cover a tough day for Williams, some heated radio messages, a Ferrari check-in, some bad press for Lance Stroll, and more (30:05). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadyProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2025

Meg and Spanners return to discuss the newest Formula One show on Netflix, ‘F1: The Academy.’ They review the show as well as describe the elements taken from the original F1 show, ‘Formula 1: Drive to Survive.’ They discuss Susie Wolff’s involvement, the status of the formula academies, and the optics of having a full female cast of drivers. They then dive into the cast, how the show presents the different drivers, the competitiveness between them, and whether this show could bring in more of the female audience to F1. Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadyProducer: Jessie LopezAdditional Production Support: Troy Farkas and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

Meg and Spanners are back to cover the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona and jump straight into the drama that followed a last minute safety car with a crash between Max Verstappen and George Russell (1:28). Then, they further discuss Red Bull’s race day strategy with an emphasis on their third pit stop tire decision (24:32), and McLaren’s huge win and newfound pace (29:15). Later, they talk through Liam Lawson’s chaotic performance (39:38), Mercedes' ongoing power unit issues (48:18), and Lewis Hamilton’s trend of performance (50:28). Plus, we give Kick Sauber their flowers with Nico Hulkenberg coming in fifth! Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Additional Production Support: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2025

Meg and Spanners react to the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix beginning with the new two pit-stop regulations (1:32). Then, they dive into George Russell’s drive-through penalty (4:41), discuss Mercedes' race-day strategy (12:13), and break down the psychology throughout the race (33:35). Later, they preview the Spanish Grand Prix and discuss how the introduction of new flexi-wing rules could impact the grid (39:00). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2025

Meg and Spanners recap the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix that resulted in Max Verstappen coming in first, followed by the two McLarens: Lando Norris in second and Oscar Piastri in third. They begin by breaking down Red Bull’s seemingly perfect race weekend, starting with Verstappen taking Turn 2, forcing Piastri behind (4:05). Then, they dive into McLaren’s race strategy with both drivers going head-to-head (16:06), address Alex Albon’s and Williams' performances (44:18), and highlight a few more overtakes that stood out (53:25)! Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2025

Meg is joined by Tim Hauraney, host of the Nailing the Apex Podcast, to discuss news of Alpine’s team principal Oliver Oakes resigning and Flavio Briatore taking over (5:12). Then, they jump into an Emilia Romagna Grand Prix preview and break down adjustments we should see from teams like Ferrari and Mercedes (17:45), and then switch gears to discuss which teams we’re most looking forward to in 2026 due to new car regulations (29:02). Host: Megan SchusterGuest: Tim Hauraney Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

Meg and Spanners recap the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, with Oscar Piastri bringing it home in first, Lando Norris in second, and George Russell in third. They begin by jumping into the day highlighting the Lego Driver Parade (3:50), before revisiting the Lap 1 battle between Norris and Max Verstappen (5:30), and then discussing McLaren’s race weekend (15:42). Then, they break down Ferrari’s disappointing weekend with miscommunication and tire mishaps (21:16), Williams finding success (34:18), and Mercedes and Kimi Antonelli’s race day performance (38:03). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

Meg and Spanners are back to ask the biggest questions from the 2025 season! They kick things off by discussing which team takes the no. 2 spot on the grid behind McLaren (3:15), talk through Max Verstappen’s position in the Drivers' Championship (21:25), and hit on their biggest surprises and disappointments yet (45:01). Later, they give a Miami GP preview and share what they expect from the weekend on and off the track (52:50). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

Meg and Spanners recap the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix that gave Oscar Piastri his third win of the season and the lead in the Drivers' Championship. Max Verstappen came in second, and Charles Leclerc finished third. They kick things off by talking through Lando Norris’s performance and where he stands at McLaren (1:35) before breaking down the corner incident between Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen on Lap 1, Turn 1 that resulted in a five-second penalty for Verstappen (16:05). Then, they make an early 2026 team prediction for Max Verstappen (35:05). Later, they discuss Yuki Tsunoda’s DNF performance (45:10), Williams’s race strategy (49:08), and the futures for George Russell at Mercedes (01:00:45) and Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari (01:02:48). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2025

Meg and Spanners are back to recap the Bahrain Grand Prix, with Oscar Piastri taking home his second win for McLaren, George Russell coming in second place for Mercedes—barring a DRS penalty—and Lando Norris coming in third. They kick things off with the battle between both McLaren drivers, after a close-to-flawless race from Piastri was juxtaposed with a faulty performance by Norris (2:21). Then, Spanners shares why his Driver of the Day is George Russell (5:23) before discussing another confusing race strategy from Ferrari (8:45). Later, they talk through Red Bull’s weekend full of errors and how this race performance fares for Yuki Tsunoda (37:28), plus more mechanical issues present this weekend (46:30). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2025

Meg and Spanners react to the Japanese Grand Prix with Max Verstappen taking the win, Lando Norris coming up behind, followed by Oscar Piastri. They kick things off talking about Verstappen’s insane qualifying lap (1:22), and then discuss the battle between both the McLaren drivers (10:32), before hitting on the pit-stop grassy encounter between Lando and Max (18:32) Then, they address Yuki Tsunoda’s 12th-place performance at his home race (21:38), Ferrari’s underwhelming race strategy (31:10), the performance of rookies Kimi Antonelli, Ollie Bearman, and Gabriel Bortoleto (35:12), and more! Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2025

Meg and Spanners are back to break down the news of Yuki Tsunoda replacing Liam Lawson’s second seat for Red Bull. They get into how the decision was made, how this affects Lawson, Max’s thoughts, and the contract stipulation with Red Bull (03:03). They dissect the somewhat cursed history of Red Bull’s second seat (23:50) before deciding whether Yuki’s podium prediction for the Japanese Grand Prix is accurate (43:24). Finally, Spanners shares tips on how to better watch the Japanese Grand Prix and what to expect from the circuit (49:23). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

Meg and Spanners are back to share their power rankings for the 2025 F1 season! They pick their top team of the season (2:41) and debate whether Piastri or Norris will come out on top (8:14). They predict what Mercedes’ team dynamics will look like with Leclerc and Hamilton competing with the same car (15:56), and discuss Liam Lawson’s future on Red Bull (26:36). They argue over the bottom tier of teams, discussing Gasly’s power on Alpine (46:26) and whether they will hop on the Williams bandwagon with Sainz and Albon as their drivers (50:12). Finally, they share their hopes and expectations for the first race of the season, the Australian Grand Prix (76:09). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

Meg is joined by Tim Hauraney from the ‘Nailing the Apex’ podcast to recap episodes 6-10 of Season 7 of ‘Drive to Survive’! They kick things off by discussing their expectations for the new season (2:13), and then jump into Episode 6 with talk on McLaren’s strategy (6:41). Then, they run through moments from Episode 7 with the drivers' handheld cameras (19:06), to Episode 8’s search for Checo’s replacement at Red Bull (27:37), to more Flavio Briatore in Episode 9 (40:47), to finally, an Episode 10 recap highlighting Max Verstappen’s drive in Brazil (51:16)! Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Tim Hauraney Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

Today, Meg is joined by The Ringer’s Juliet Litman to break down the new season of ‘Drive To Survive’! They begin by discussing Episode 1 and share their thoughts on Lewis Hamilton’s relationship with Mercedes and their love for Alex Albon (05:21). Next, they discuss the state of Max Verstappen and Lando Norris’s friendship, shown in Episode 2, "Frenemies" (12:14). They talk about the reveal that Toto Wolff promised Hamilton not to talk to Verstappen about joining Mercedes (23:16), and they agree they were shocked to find out how charismatic James Vowles is and loved seeing Carlos Sainz’s life of luxury (31:01). They discuss the Monaco Grand Prix’s relevance to the sport and the player’s love for paddle ball during Charles Leclerc’s episode (38:17). Finally, Meg shares her show takeaways and favorite quotes with Juliet (43:53). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Juliet Litman Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Meg and Spanners give their highlights from three days of testing, starting with Williams and Carlos Sainz’s all-out approach (1:17), Ferrari’s new racing dynamic with Lewis Hamilton making his energetic debut (10:38), and Red Bull’s uninspired performance (20:40). Plus, a review of the best of the rest (30:05)! Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

Meg and Spanners are back for the 2025 season of Formula One! They kick things off with an offseason recap where they talk through moments of note, including Liam Lawson taking the no. 2 seat at Red Bull (3:58), Aston Martin’s attempt to recruit Max Verstappen (17:10), Lewis Hamilton’s photo shoot with Ferrari (22:16), and the reveal of all 10 liveries (48:45). Then, they switch gears, and Spanners shares what we should be looking for in preseason testing (53:12)! Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

Meg and Spanners are back from their holiday to hand out 2024 F1 superlatives! They share their picks for best driver (03:03), best team (11:40), and best and worst races (26:10). Additionally, they share some of their favorite moments from the season, including their picks for best and worst radio message (56:12), the biggest surprise (63:49), and the most disappointing moment (67:24). Finally, they talk about their favorite dramas from the drivers, and much more(71:27)! Hosts: Meg Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2024

Meg and Spanners are back to break down the Qatar Grand Prix! First, they discuss the chaos caused by Albon’s mirror flying off his car (03:00) before getting into Lewis Hamilton’s race week (18:18). They share updates on Ocon’s last race with Alpine (21:33), Zhou Ganyu’s first Driver of the Day (24:21), and the race for 6th place between Haas and Alpine (27:48). They talk about what they will be looking out for at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (33:15), and finally, they discuss the announcement of the new F1 race team, Cadillac F1 (47:37). Hosts: Meg Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2024

Meg is joined by Scott Mitchell-Malm of The Race to break down the news that General Motors–Cadillac will be joining the grid in 2026. They discuss what factors contributed to a deal, how General Motors and F1 will benefit from each other, and where this leaves Michael Andretti. Then, they predict what a General Motors–Cadillac team might look like while discussing the mock-up that was released and talk through expectations for the newest American team. Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Scott Mitchell-Malm Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 November 2024

Meg and Spanners are back from a short break to prepare for the Las Vegas Grand Prix! First, they discuss what to expect from the second race in Las Vegas after some trial and error last year (01:50). Then, they break down the fight for the driver’s championship between Verstappen and Norris (12:54) before getting into Checo’s future with Red Bull and his potential replacements (25:01). They share their thoughts on the new race director (35:16) and get excited for some new liveries (49:57). Finally, they break down what the rest of the season will look like (59:09). Hosts: Meg Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2024

Meg and Spanners are back to break down the surprisingly exciting Mexico City Grand Prix! First, they discuss another win for Ferrari (02:00) before getting into Max Verstappen’s 20-second penalty (10:46). They talk about potential rule changes for drivers to establish what a defensive driver can do (21:45), and share updates to the championship standings (30:04). Unfortunately, they discuss another sad week for Sergio Perez (35:16). Finally, they break down changing teams for next season (46:34), and the race incident between Alex Albon and Yuki Tsunoda (50:38). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2024

Meg and Spanners are back to talk about the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, starting with Norris’s penalty, which put Verstappen into third. They debate whether Max or Lando has the advantage as the end of the season approaches (19:42) and discuss the different upgrade packages that teams brought to the race (22:45). They talk about various pit stop strategies (30:36) and get into the floor height drama throughout the week (36:51). Finally, they recap a tough weekend for Hamilton and Russell (46:33) and go over some new faces in F1: Liam Lawson and Franco Colapinto (54:27). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2024

Meg and Spanners are back and ready to close out the rest of the 2024-25 season! First, they discuss the upcoming U.S. Grand Prix outside Austin, Texas (03:40), before talking about what it will take for Lando Norris to win the Drivers' Championship (12:04). Then, they discuss the upgrade packages many teams are bringing to the race this week (25:54) and look forward to the official debut of Liam Lawson with Red Bull after Daniel Ricciardo’s departure (28:30). Finally, they discuss the close Constructors Championship and races to look forward to at the end of the season (41:32) before breaking down the layout of the Austin track (49:03). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2024

Megan is back to do a special episode on Daniel Ricciardo! First, she is joined by Scott Mitchell-Malm from The Race to talk about Daniel’s success in F1 and how his career changed throughout his time with Red Bull, Renault, and McLaren (02:14). Then, she speaks with Paul Martin from Box to Box Films, the company responsible for ‘Drive to Survive’ (35:50). They talk about Daniel’s impact on the success of the show and how he helped popularize the sport in the U.S., sharing stories from footage Paul never got to air. Host: Megan Schuster Guests: Scott Mitchell-Malm and Paul Martin Producers: Erika Cervantes and Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2024

Meg and Spanners are back to break down the Singapore Grand Prix! First, they discuss the close Constructors' Championship and the controversy surrounding McLaren’s new wing (03:48). They rant about the disappointing Mercedes strategy and its effect on Hamilton (14:04) before discussing the Pirelli tire performance (19:42). Next, they share their thoughts on Verstappen’s punishment for foul language during the race (24:21), and they talk about the standings needed for the rest of the races for Verstappen to still finish first (38:30). Finally, they discuss the impending conclusion of Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 career and all that he has done for the sport, particularly for U.S. viewership (47:12). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2024

Meg and Spanners are back from summer break to review the Dutch Grand Prix! First, they discuss Lando Norris’s win with McLaren (02:05) before addressing the serious problems that Red Bull has with its car (08:36). Then, they talk about the news that Red Bull will bring Checo back and attempt to understand Red Bull’s decisions (13:15). They share their thoughts on Ferrari’s performance after the break (19:53) before discussing Hamilton’s tragic race week (28:48). They address Williams's unfortunate disqualification and crash (33:26), and they share their thoughts on the Dutch grid, Zandvoort (39:48). Finally, they catch up on trade news over the summer break (44:18) and make predictions for the race at Monza next week (51:42). Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2024

Meg is back from her break and joined by The Athletic’s Luke Smith! First, they excitedly discuss the Dutch Grand Prix and what they should expect from Max Verstappen (02:20). They then talk about the team seats that are up in the air, beginning with Verstappen on Red Bull and what they might do with Checo's seat (04:46). Later, they get into the excitement surrounding Ferrari’s 2025 team (14:09), Mercedes’s open seat (16:25), and an up-and-coming team in Williams (27:20). They go over changes in RB (30:42), Haas (35:44) and Sauber (39:04). Finally, they relay what they can expect from the rest of the 2024 season (42:15). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Luke Smith Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2024

Meg and Spanners are back to recap the Belgian Grand Prix! First, they address the unfortunate disqualification of George Russell after his car was underweight, making Lewis Hamilton the winner (02:11). Then, they discuss Russell’s impressive one-stop strategy despite his loss (13:40). Next, they foreshadow the end of Sergio Pérez’s career with Red Bull and break down Red Bull’s replacement options (27:48). They check in on which team they think has the fastest car (39:28). Finally, they talk about recent news in Formula One, including Bruno Famin's departure from Alpine and what that means for the team (52:07), Carlos Sainz’s decision to go to Williams (57:04), Mattia Binotto's choice to come back to F1 with Audi (61:22), and Esteban Ocon's signing with Haas (63:44). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2024

Meg and Spanners are back to discuss the Silverstone Grand Prix! First, Spanners must celebrate a win for Lewis Hamilton, who hadn’t won in nearly three years (01:46). They talk about Mercedes’s race pace (06:42), before getting into the debate over McLaren or Mercedes having the fastest car (08:48). They break down who had the best strategies for the slick track, with Red Bull letting Max Verstappen make most decisions (09:30). Then, they discuss who had the worst strategies of the day, a fight between McLaren and some bad choices made by Lando Norris (19:34) and another sad performance from Leclerc (27:06). They talk about George Russell’s race week (29:37) before diving into some mid-field teams’ performances (36:09). They discuss some team changes, with Sergeant potentially leaving Williams (38:17), Checo being on the chopping block (42:49), and the shocking revelation that Sainz could have a chance with Mercedes and Red Bull (47:59). Finally, they talk about the excitement surrounding the new F1 movie starring Brad Pitt and the choice to name it ‘F1.' Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2024

Megan and Spanners are back to recap the Monaco Grand Prix! First, they discuss the opening-lap crash between Sergio Pérez and Kevin Magnussen and who’s to blame (05:24). Then, they touch on Esteban Ocon’s collision with teammate Pierre Gasly and whether this may spell the end of his time with Alpine (18:04). Afterward, they discuss Carlos Sainz Jr., the strategy of Ferrari, and how it highlighted Monaco as a dull track (23:00). Then, they discuss how Charles Leclerc finally finished on top in his hometown of Monaco (44:01). Lastly, they touch on tire strategy from the race (55:35) and Sainz’s reported extensive talks with Williams (65:52). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2024

Megan and Spanners are back to break down the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix! First, they discuss the dramatic ending from Lando Norris, who almost passed Verstappen (03:12), and why the Emilia track could potentially be taken off the schedule. They look at Verstappen’s bad race week in comparison to others and what could have been behind his poor performance (10:22). They discuss both McLaren's (13:07) and Ferrari’s (21:33) race weeks and strategies and Lando Norris’s sassy radio messages (24:53). Then, they once again talk about Sergio Pérez’s uneventful race and what needs to change (27:02). They break down the continuing drama between George Russell and Hamilton (33:41) and share their most disappointing teams so far this season (42:08). Finally, they share what to anticipate for next week’s race in Monaco (62:31). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2024

Meg and Spanners are back to recap the Miami Grand Prix! They start off with Lando Norris’s first Grand Prix win of his career, and ponder whether this is the start of a legitimate shift for McLaren (02:55). Then, they discuss the performance of Norris’s teammate, Oscar Piastri, and sort out who is at fault for the collisions between Piastri and Carlos Sainz, and whether Kevin Magnussen’s penalties are starting to cross the line (17:40). After, Spanners gives his firsthand impressions of Miami and the circuit (42:50), they touch on Sergio Perez’s torpedo during the first corner (50:07), and the latest news regarding Kimi Antonelli, Adrian Newey, and Carlos Sainz (55:20). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2024

Meg is joined by The Athletic’s Luke Smith to discuss news that Adrian Newey is leaving Red Bull. They discuss reasons as to why Newey might have wanted to leave, speculate which teams he might consider, and touch on what this means for Red Bull’s future (1:27). Later, they preview the Miami Grand Prix with talk about the sprint race, car upgrades to expect, and the overall success of this race going on year three (38:48). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Luke Smith Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2024

Meg and Spanners are back to break down the Chinese Grand Prix! First, they share their love for the Shanghai racetrack (02:11) and discuss the first sprint race of the season (09:03). Then, they talk about the chaotic Bottas safety car (18:31) that caused a crash between Stroll and Ricciardo (22:53) and Ricciardo’s heated comments afterward (24:45). They give credit to Lando Norris’s great race weekend (33:51) and conversely critique Ferrari’s messy weekend (42:00). Finally, they look at the potential offers Carlos Sainz has for next season (44:04) and debate what could be broken on Max Verstappen’s car only for him to still be the fastest (53:50). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2024

Meg is joined by former team principal and Netflix star Guenther Steiner to discuss his new role as ambassador of the Miami Grand Prix and how Formula 1 is incorporating the American audience in the sport. Then, they hit on Steiner's ‘Drive to Survive’ stardom, talk about his friendships on the grid, his approach as team principal, and then wrap things up with quick season predictions. Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Guenther Steiner Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2024

Meg and Spanners are here and ready to discuss the exciting Australian Grand Prix! First, they talk about their successful manifestations of Max Verstappen not winning another race and his brake issues (03:58). They applaud Carlos Sainz’s performance and Ferrari’s smooth race strategy (08:54), discuss Mercedes’s bad race and Lewis Hamilton’s desire to leave (14:37), and analyze George Russell’s crash during his last lap (21:20). Megan gets excited about Haas’s double-point placements and their “Ewing effect” (37:02), and Spanners addresses the fate of Logan Sargeant with Williams (43:07). Finally, they briefly break down the criminal complaint involving Susie Wolff (56:19) and Lando Norris’s charming ‘Chicken Shop Date’ interview (61:08). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2024

Meg and Spanners are back to cover the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix! First, they talk about the impressive debut of eighteen year old Oliver Bearman filling in for Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz (2:15). Then, they discuss Lewis Hamilton’s disappointing performance and the disconnect between his and Mercedes’ strategy (14:40). Later, they address the recent investigation into longtime principle of Red Bull racing Christian Hoerner (45:55).  Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producers: Jack Sanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 March 2024

Meg and Spanners are back with the first race of the season! First, they look at yet another successful performance from Verstappen and Red Bull (02:09), discuss Pérez’s not so great race (07:05), and break down the many car issues from Ferrari (13:47) and Mercedes (22:16). They talk about Albon’s engine issues (32:28), drama between Tsunoda and Ricardo (34:12), and terrible starts for Alpine and Aston Martin (42:31). Finally, Megan owes Haas an apology (49:10), and they look at the future of McClaren (58:17). Hosts: Megan Schuster  Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 March 2024

Meg is joined by Spanners to discuss news that allegations against Red Bull's team principal, Christian Horner, were cleared (4:00). Then, they switch gears to break down what we've learned from testing, from Red Bull’s new concept to McLaren’s potential for second best car on the grid (11:50). Later, they preview the Bahrain Grand Prix, talk through the biggest story lines of the season, and share their early team predictions (40:30)! Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2024

Meg is joined by Jodi Walker to review Episodes 6-10 of Season 6 of ‘Drive to Survive.’ They kick things off with an overall discussion on the success of the show, how it rates among reality television, and how they see it progressing after Season 6. Then, they talk through scenes between Lewis Hamilton and Toto Wolff at Mercedes, discuss Alpine’s second episode of the season and Otmar Szafnauer’s firing at the Belgian GP, hit on Ryan Reynolds’s celebrity appearance, and highlight Ferrari's passionate fans! Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Jodi Walker Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2024

Meg is joined by Juliet Litman to break down Episodes 1-5 of the new season of ‘Drive to Survive.’ They discuss early observations, from locker-room talk, to less airtime for Red Bull’s Christian Horner and more for Mercedes’ Toto Wolff (9:52). Then, they share highlights that include Williams's team principal James Vowles's contributions, as well as the possibilities for Lando Norris (31:20). Later, they wrap things up with their MVP, LVP, and more! Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Juliet Litman Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2024

Meg and Spanners are back in 2024 and kick things off with the unexpected news that Lewis Hamilton will be driving for Ferrari come 2025. They discuss what this means for Mercedes, where this leaves Carlos Sainz, and how Charles Leclerc and Hamilton will fair as teammates next season (1:05). Later, they recap news involving the rejection of Andretti and Cadillac’s Formula One bid (54:50). Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 February 2024

Meg and Spanners break down the first Las Vegas Grand Prix since 1982. The hosts discuss how the track and weather affected the teams (02:25). They touch on Max Verstappen’s interesting race week (13:33), disappointing performances from Williams and Mercedes (34:05), practice delays and fan compensation (46:44), the overall fan experience (56:19), and more. Host: Megan Schuster Guest: Spanners Ready Producer: Olivia Crerie Additional Production Support: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2023