With five World Driver Championships to his name, Juan Manuel Fangio is an icon of Formula 1 and motorsport as a whole — but in 1958, he also turned the tides of global politics. Fulgencio Batista's dictatorship had ravaged Cuba, but in 1958, the right-wing leader decided to stage a non-championship Formula 1 race to draw in the crowds. That plan was turned on its head when Fangio was kidnapped by a group of young revolutionaries — and it was that very kidnapping that helped lead to a full-on...

On the final episode of DRS (yes, ever), Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan share why we’ve decided to end the show on a high note, and then dole out some superlatives for our graduating (but returning) class of F1 drivers. They also read through some of our massive backlog of listener mail. PERSONAL NOTE: We have read everything you’ve ever sent us, and cannot adequately express the appreciation we have for our listeners. We love y’all and your support has meant the world to us. 0:00 Intro 1:02...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the FINAL RACE OF THE 2023 SEASON in Abu Dhabi, where it was a tough day to be Lewis Hamilton, the spicy multi-driver battle for 4th place was finally resolved, and Ferrari wouldn’t let Charles do frickin’ anything. Plus, the last radio messages from George Russell for 90 days. We also have a few bittersweet announcements at the end of the episode. 0:00 Intro 3:59 Qualifying 11:56 Race 24:10 Checkin' In with Checo! 31:48 Battle for 4th place 40:20 Grand...

Alanis, Elizabeth and Nolan recap the Las Vegas Grand Prix. From the insane ticket prices, disturbances to the locals and a fumbled free practice session, things were looking sketchy for the Vegas GP…but boy did it deliver! Who had the best drives? What was the race like in person? And which hosts can’t ride a bike? We’re gonna find out. 00:00 Intro 01:41 Alanis & Liz were in Vegas 05:30 Practice 10:33 Qualifying 15:20 Preparing for the Race 18:01 The Race 35:27 Results 38:22 Boyfriend...

This one’s a real grab bag! First, Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan go through some of Elizabeth’s old F1 programs to see what info they can glean about our beloved drivers. Then, Magnus Greaves, co-founder and publisher of RACEWKND, joins the crew to talk about his gorgeous F1 magazine, as well as the controversial Las Vegas Grand Prix. Then they go through the FINAL track walk of the season in Las Vegas. 00:00 Intro 01:02 F1 Programs 08:00 Magnus Greaves Interview 44:37 Boyfriend of the...

Alanis, Elizabeth, + Nolan are joined by guest host Noel Miller (The Tiny Meat Gang Podcast) to recap the Brazilian Grand Prix (+ Sprint Race!). They talk about the triumphant return of Stebby v Alonso, a particularly brutal opening lap crash, and the fact that George Russell has had too many good birthdays. They also discuss Charles Leclerc’s “Animal Planet”-esque walk back to the garage and THAT. FINAL. LAP!  00:00 Intro 3:40 Qualifying 23:23 The Race 45:32 Grand Prix Grab Bag 49:07...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the Mexican Grand Prix, where Checo’s opening tangle with Charles Leclerc ended his home race, Kevin Magnussen suffered a major crash, and the Aston Martins just couldn't catch a break. Plus, Danny Ricciardo came back to work this week?! WHAT A RACE. Our flabbers were gasted! 00:00 Intro 03:24 Qualifying 12:55 The Race 40:48 Boyfriend of the Week 48:33 Outro Order Alanis’ and Elizabeth’s new book, Racing with Rich Energy, here:...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the US Grand Prix in Austin, which had WILD post-race penalties that shook things up BIG TIME (we’re talkin’ points for Logan Sargeant). Plus, Elizabeth talks about her experience at the race, including her (and Alanis’s) new Rich Energy friendship bracelets, before she casts a spell for… a LODIUM. 0:00 Intro 1:47 Elizabeth's trip to the U.S. Grand Prix 5:48 Qualifying  15:30 Sprint Race 21:47 Max wins the U.S. Grand Prix 28:29 Lewis Hamilton and we have...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk through this week’s biggest news item in the Formula One world – Bernie Ecclestone has plead guilty to fraud. They touch on his relevance to the sport (as well as questionable relevance today), before talking about the US Grand Prix… and how it was almost canceled forever. They’ve also got a suggestion - BOOK TAYLOR SWIFT!!!! Get 50% off your first DoorDash order up to a $20 value when you use code RACING at checkout. Limited time offer, terms apply. 0:00...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the perilously hot race weekend in Qatar, where Max won the Drivers’ Championship, we saw another double McLaren podium, and Stebby Ocon straight-up puked in his helmet. And Alanis poses the important questions: has George Russell ever fainted before? And what would Trump's nickname be for Nico Hulkenberg? 0:00 Intro 1:54 Qualifying 7:50 Sprint Race 13:50 Heat at the Qatar GP! 30:23 Tire safety measures 37:49 Max Verstappen becomes a 3x World...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about some of the surprising products that F1 marketing execs (and some industrious fans) thought we’d want to buy, and play a game of guessing prices for some of those products. Then they track walk their way through Qatar’s Lusail International Circuit, before landing on some special Boyfriends of the Week. 0:00 Intro 5:50 F1 Merch fun 55:01 Track Walk: Qatar Grand Prix 56:42 Boyfriend of the Week 57:24 Listener mail and outro Order Alanis’ and...

Alanis and Nolan recap the Japanese Grand Prix, where Red Bull clinched the 2023 Constructors’ Championship (to the surprise of no one). They also talk about Sergio Perez’s worst race day in quite awhile, Oscar Piastri’s first podium finish in F1, and the dueling Mercedes drivers. And who will Nolan choose as his off-brand “boy”? 0:00 Intro 9:36 Qualifying 11:17 The Race 14:55 Red Bull wins the 2023 Constructor's Championship 24:12 Mercedes vs Mercedes 35:33 Great weekend for McLaren / Alonso...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap one of the most exciting races of the season - the Singapore Grand Prix. From FERRARI STRATEGIST Carlos Sainz’s incredible drive to George Russell’s dramatic radio messages to Liam Lawson’s lioints, this race really had it all. Plus, did that dead lizard curse Fernando Alonso?! 0:00 Intro 5:43 Practice 9:36 Qualifying 18:42 The Race 25:25 Carlos Sainz wins using his own strategy 38:43 The crashes 44:23 Liam Lawson continues to impress 47:18 Aston Martin's...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan talk about a subject they’ve wanted to for awhile - F1 driver racing numbers. Who thought about branding first? Who’s first and second choices were taken? And who didn’t give a crap at all? Tune in to find out. 0:00 Intro 4:36 How driver numbers work 8:36 How they were picked back in 2014 16:12 Certain drivers had to make tweaks to get their numbers 24:42 Some drivers take a lighthearted approach 28:31 Our hosts pick their OWN car numbers 34:05 Boyfriend of the...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and special guest host, motorsports streamer Ash Vandelay, recap this week’s stellar Italian Grand Prix at Monza. From Yuki’s no good very bad day, to Ferrari’s dead drivers helping their team at Monza, to Alex Albon holding back Lando Norris, this was a race to remember. Remember - it’s a steering issue, not a Stebby issue. 0:00 Intro 4:52 Qualifying 10:31 Monza Grand Prix 17:03 Max Verstappen's 10th straight win, Carlos Sainz vs. the world! 33:15 Checo vs George...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the first race back from summer break, and oh boy, was it a good one! From Daniel Ricciardo’s broken hand (does Oscar the Menace have it out for him?!), to the “pointless” Pierre Gasly, to George Russell’s “Boss Baby vibes,” we cover it all. And remember, to some of us, it’s not a Haas… it’s a home. 0:00 Intro 3:25 Max speeding in Monaco 5:57 Haas re-signed both Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen for the 2024 season. 9:29 Oscar Piastri takes out Daniel...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan celebrate the last week of summer break with a special conversation about Extreme E racing. Then they talk with friend of the pod, Extreme E driver Kyle LeDuc, about what it’s like to race in remote places around the world, the very special skills he picked up along the way, and what the future holds for him. Kyle even shares some fun BTS stories about some of DRS’s F1 favorites. A very special thanks to our sponsor, WD-40 Brand, for sponsoring this week’s...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan open this week’s episode with a discussion about Elizabeth’s recent deep-dive into F1 history… about whether or not fictional character Jean Girard ran in the 2005 US Grand Prix. Then they get into the long and interesting history of Formula One’s technical regulation changes, and whether last year’s switch-ups made a tangible difference. But most importantly, the crew has to ask: has George Russell ever seen a Miata? 0:00 Intro 1:27 Did Jean Girard run the 2005...

On our first episode of F1 summer break, Alanis and Elizabeth are joined by the hosts of The Red Flags Podcast, Brian and Matt, to talk about the season so far! From armchair psychology about Max’s mom’s maternity dress, to the obvious differences between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri on the radio, to Alpine out-Ferrari-ing Ferrari, we had the best time recording this episode! 0:00 Intro 2:21 How did the Red Flags podcast start? 14:17 Formula 1's summer break 19:00 Update on what the...

Alanis and Nolan are joined by guest host Jason Fenske (Engineering Explained on YouTube) to recap the Belgian Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen continued his iconic run of sassy radio messages, Carlos Sainz managed 23 laps with a busted sidepod, and McLaren had a disappointing weekend. They also talk about the exciting Sprint Race results that no one really knows how to congratulate anyone on. 0:00 Intro 1:30 Jason Fenske's relationship with Formula 1 5:11 Qualifying 11:12 Alpine parts ways...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the Hungarian Grand Prix. Even though the internet thinks nothing really happened during the race, A LOT DID, OK?! The crew talks about the second double-DNF for Alpine, Elizabeth’s updated McLaren Conspiracy, and how Max can make his races a little more exciting. And yes… this is the one where Alanis joins us from the back of a car in New Jersey. 0:00 Intro 2:59 Qualifying 8:28 Hungarian Grand Prix 9:56 Daniel Ricciardo's return 12:33 Conspiracy Corner:...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan are here to make sure that DRS does not participate in the widespread NYCK DE VRIES ERASURE happening in the Formula One world. The crew talks through the history of Toro Rosso (later AlphaTauri), Nyck’s solid record as a driver, and introduces Nolan’s Formula – Formula Nyck. Yes, this whole episode was inspired by Nolan’s need to DO MATH to prove Nyck’s rookie season hasn’t been that bad. 0:00 Intro 2:40 Red Bull Junior Program 4:54 Nyck De Vries...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the British Grand Prix, which was maybe one of the funnest races of the season! They talk about the McLaren and Aston Martin’s Freaky Friday-esque body swap, Sergio Perez’s era on “The Road”, Alex Albon’s juice–o-meter, and ponder whether or not Logan Sargeant has ever seen Halloweentown. Plus, Elizabeth gives the English language a new, very gross-sounding word. You’re welcome. 0:00 Intro 2:13 Qualifications 10:35 Brundle Breakdown: Cara Delevingne  20:25...

Alanis, Elizabeth, and Nolan recap the Austrian Grand Prix, where everybody was feeling like a little kid (i.e. tattle tailing on each other). They talk about the flurry of track limit penalties that were handed down and explain how the FIA is holding back the growth of F1. Lando Norris FINALLY had a great weekend, Max made a bold move to secure the fastest lap and we bring you another award-winning edition of Checkin’ In With Checo! Plus, they discuss the tragic death of 18 year-old Dutch...