Episodes
Eddie Jordan and David Coulthard are once again joined by the one and only Guenther Steiner! They talk about filming Drive to Survive, working with Colin McRae and what kind of team could tempt Guenther back into the F1 paddock. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Published 05/29/24
It’s two sweary former Team Principals for the price of one on this week’s FFS! Guenther Steiner sits down with Eddie and David Coulthard to discuss how he’s enjoying life after leaving Haas, the influence of Niki Lauda and how running a race team compares to being in the army. Before that, EJ and DC reflect on a thrilling end to last weekend’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix and why the future is particularly bright for McLaren. Plus, they also clarify recent media reports regarding Eddie,...
Published 05/22/24
Ahead of the Grand Prix at Imola this weekend, Eddie Jordan and David Coulthard remember Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger. The pair tragically lost their lives in separate incidents on the track during the same weekend 30 years ago. Plus, DC interrogates Eddie further on his role as Adrian Newey’s manager. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New...
Published 05/15/24
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan head to talkSPORT Towers to catch up with broadcasting legend Alan Brazil. The former Ipswich, Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United and Scotland striker reveals how he lost his place in the Scotland side after scoring against Wales, why he needed to leave Ipswich when Sir Bobby Robson left to become the England manager and what it was like growing up in Glasgow as a Celtic supporter. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and...
Published 05/08/24
Pierre Casiraghi is Monaco royalty. Literally. Son of Princess Caroline, grandson of Grace Kelly and nephew of Prince Albert. He’s also a world class sailor and this week’s guest on FFS! He invited Eddie to his château in France to talk about growing up around the Monaco Grand Prix and a terrifying near-death experience he had racing offshore.   Plus, EJ and DC react to the news that Adrian Newey is leaving Red Bull. Adrian called Eddie his ‘close friend and manager’ in his exit statement on...
Published 05/01/24
What happened when DC drove bumper cars against other F1 drivers? How did Eddie end up playing drums with the Stereophonics? Eddie Jordan and David Coulthard welcome Charlie Feather onto FFS! this week. Charlie co-founded the Grand Prix Ball and ran a series of gala events around F1 races. He explains how it started and how he attracted big names from the world of music, sport and entertainment. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram,...
Published 04/24/24
Is 45 too old to be an F1 driver? What does the future hold for Lance Stroll and Daniel Ricciardo? Why have American drivers struggled to make it in Formula 1? Eddie Jordan and David Coulthard are back to spin through all the latest F1 news including Fernando Alonso’s new contract, Australia returning as the season opener in 2025 and rumours of Carlos Sainz joining Mercedes. Plus, the debate about EJ’s signature growl continues to heat up. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by...
Published 04/17/24
Did David Coulthard really say having sex before a race made him faster? What were the best and worst parts of the build up to a race? Who gets to keep all the trophies? DC and Eddie Jordan lift the lid on how F1 drivers prepare on race weekends. Plus, EJ addresses listeners' concerns over his infamous growl. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New...
Published 04/10/24
How did Sylvester Stallone & Heidi Klum end up in DC’s car? Which deal saved Eddie from bankruptcy? What’s the future for F1 & Formula E in South Africa?   EJ & DC are looking back on their recent birthdays this week and have invited an old friend to join them. Sports marketing exec Iain Banner managed Rothmans sponsorship of the Williams F1 team in the 1990s. He went on to co-found the Laureus World Sports Awards and was integral in bringing Formula E to Cape Town last year. He...
Published 04/03/24
Are current controversies surrounding F1 damaging the sport? What did Carlos Sainz Sr. say to EJ after his son’s victory in Melbourne? Which team could have an all-Spanish driver line-up next year?  This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan look back on the drama from an eventful Australian Grand Prix. Plus, EJ has an idea how to fix ‘shambolic’ sprint races. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced...
Published 03/28/24
How was the iconic Jordan 191 created? What's it like working for Bernie Ecclestone and Eddie Jordan? Why have Mercedes stopped being able to produce a race winning car? Former Jordan technical director Gary Anderson joins DC and EJ on FFS this week. Plus Eddie reveals an unfortunate side effect from working in the stressful world of F1. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production...
Published 03/21/24
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan break down the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix. EJ raves about Ferrari's Oliver Bearman's impressive F1 debut in Saudi Arabia, claiming the sport has a new megastar, while DC thinks Alpine need to get their act together quickly.   Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New...
Published 03/14/24
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan sit down with former Jordan Grand Prix, Ferrari and Williams engineer Rob Smedley. The Brit reminisces about his time with Felipe Massa and Rubens Barrichello at Ferrari and believes seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton can bring back the glory days to Ferrari.  Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New...
Published 03/07/24
DC and EJ's excitement for the season builds as they weigh up the new Red Bull car design, why engineers don't get paid like drivers, and what Lewis's departure means for George at Mercedes. Plus, Eddie makes a bold prediction about a possible future for Andretti in F1. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange ...
Published 02/29/24
Dive into an episode brimming with wit, wisdom, and a dash of rivalry as David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan are joined by P1's Matt and Tommy. Together, they dissect the upcoming F1 season, sharing laughs, bold predictions, and inside stories. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See...
Published 02/22/24
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan talk about F1 having no rookies on the grid for the 2024 season. EJ calls out the 10 F1 teams for not investing in rookie drivers for the new season, while DC thinks the F1's decision to deny Andretti's application will have a negative impact on the sport. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded...
Published 02/15/24
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan talk about seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton’s massive decision to leave Mercedes for Ferrari in 2025. EJ claims Hamilton regularly spoke with Ferrari last season, while DC thinks his future Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc will provide more competition than his current Mercedes teammate George Russell. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced...
Published 02/08/24
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan break down the latest F1 news. EJ believes the F1’s decision to oust Barcelona for Madrid as the host of the Spanish Grand Prix from 2026 will cause more friction between the two cities, while DC praises Ferrari’s decision to extend Charles Leclerc’s contract. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New...
Published 02/01/24
This week, we have a special episode as Eddie Jordan and 25-time world champion Adrian Newey catch up with an old friend in Cape Town, 1979 F1 world champion Jody Scheckter. The 73-year-old remembers leaving his home country during apartheid to achieve his dream, racing with Gilles Villeneuve at Ferrari and being the only South African to win an F1 world title.  Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced...
Published 01/25/24
This week, former Jordan Grand Prix, Williams and Toyota driver Ralf Schumacher sits down with David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan. The German recalls obeying team orders at the ’98 Belgian Grand Prix, dealing with EJ as a young F1 driver and learning from his older brother, Michael Schumacher.  Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded &...
Published 01/18/24
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan pay tribute to the late Gil de Ferran, who sadly passed away last month. Gil’s former teammate, Paul Stewart, sits down with DC and EJ as they reflect on their close friend’s highly successful motor racing career and share their favourite memories of Gil.    Everyone at Formula for Success extends their deepest condolences to the de Ferran family during this difficult time.  RIP, Gil. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and...
Published 01/11/24
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan reveal their favourite F1 wingmen. DC believes any driver who could handle working alongside seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher deserves credit, while EJ thinks DC is a strong contender as the best F1 wingman.     We hope our loyal Anchors had a lovely New Year and here’s to an even bigger 2024.     We recorded this episode before we heard the sad news about Gil de Ferran’s passing on December 29th. DC and EJ will pay tribute to the great...
Published 01/04/24
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan look back on a fantastic year and share their favourite F1 moments from 2023. Plus, EJ reveals his secret to securing a free upgrade on a commercial flight.   Plus, DC and EJ answer our Anchors' questions. Once again, thank you for sending them in!   We hope our loyal Anchors had a lovely break with their loved ones and we wish you a very happy New Year!  Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram,...
Published 12/28/23
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan sit down with a very special guest - Red Bull Racing’s Adrian Newey. The 64-year-old reveals he nearly left Red Bull three times, what it was like working with a young DC and Ron Dennis at McLaren, and surviving his horrific bike crash in Croatia. FFS would like to thank our amazing Anchors for listening and sending in their questions every week. We wouldn’t be here without you.  We hope you have a lovely holiday! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by...
Published 12/21/23
This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan drive down memory lane to discuss their favourite F1 tracks.  Plus, DC remembers when Jake Humphrey, EJ and Martin Brundle laughed at him on national television after predicting Sebastian Vettel would win the 2010 world title.  Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange ...
Published 12/14/23