Some may say we’re in the Golden Age of podcasts. Streaming services are making them not only more accessible, but more popular too. Podcasts are a great way to learn about a new interest and hear different discussions about it. If you want to learn more about F1, or get your F1 fix during the week, you should check out these podcasts.
The WTF1 Podcast
If you’re looking for regular F1 coverage on absolutely everything, look no further than the WTF1 Podcast. WTF1 is a popular F1 platform on all types of social media. Tommy, the founder of WTF1, is often found alongside Matt and Katy on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. Their podcast is available on YouTube and Spotify.
If you’re looking to hear F1 fans chat about what they think, WTF1 is the right podcast for you. The team chat about everything recent in the F1 world, but also revisit iconic moments too. It’s a great listen if you want to learn more about F1 or just want to hear fans chat about it!
Beyond the Grid
Beyond the Grid is a podcast led by Tom Clarkson in which he chats to drivers, engineers, team principals, – basically, anyone involved in F1! It’s available on all podcast streaming services. If you want an insight into the personal lives of the drivers and how they manage their schedules and the pressures of being in F1, then this is a podcast for you. Clarkson also talks to retired drivers and what they think of F1 today, while reminiscing on their time in F1.
Beyond the Grid also gives insight into the lives of the engineers and the pressure they face, as well as the team principals and what it’s like to head an F1 team. Beyond the Grid is the perfect podcast for those who want to get to know the drivers.
F1 Nation
F1 Nation is a podcast for all F1 fans from every nation. Led by Damon Hill, the 1996 F1 World Champion and Tom Clarkson and Natalie Pinkham, the trio discuss F1 weekly with very special guests. Often coming together at the end of a race, several big names in F1 join the group to talk about what has just happened, and what we can expect in the future.
If you’re someone who likes fresh chat from F1, there’s no better podcast to listen to. F1 Nation comes immediately off the back of a race weekend, and is a great way to refresh your memory from a hectic race or collect your thoughts from a controversial one.
All these podcasts are available on several streaming services, including Spotify. Depending on what you like to listen to, and what interests you in F1, these podcasts offer everything.