Introducing... And Colossally That's History!
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The Race is delighted to introduce a new podcast: And Colossally That’s History! Named in reference to a famous line of Murray Walker commentary, the podcast that takes an unadulterated look at the earth-shattering events, epic sagas and huge characters that have shaped motor racing history.  From Grand Prix racing as a tool of the Nazi war machine to how Ayrton Senna’s death shaped modern F1, hosts Matt Bishop and Richard Williams will discuss and dissect these topics as only they can, bringing new insight and fresh perspectives that help explain how motor racing moved from niche past-time to the multi-billion-dollar sporting spectacle of today.  The first episode is coming very soon. Like, follow or subscribe in your podcast app of choice so you don't miss out!
More Episodes
On this episode (the final episode in season 1 of the podcast) Matt and Richard tell the tale of James Hunt and Hesketh Racing - perhaps the ultimate underdog success story in Formula 1 history.   They explain how a small, privateer racing team with a crash-prone driver rose to prominence in the...
Published 05/22/24
Published 05/22/24
On this episode, Matt and Richard remember several pioneering female drivers from the past; each an inspiring character who competed on equal terms with their male peers and who achieved, against the odds, some incredible things.   Those discussed included Maria Theresa De Filippis (the first...
Published 05/15/24