Episodes
In this short look at our interview with Anthony Davidson, he looks back on where his racing career began. Davidson discusses his early carting days and how that led to professional racing. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 12/12/20
In our latest episode, we catch up with racing expert Anthony Davidson. He takes us through a career where he has pretty much everything in the sport. Davidson talks about his early carting career that took him to the pinnacle of the sport with F1, where he was on for a first podium finish, only to be hilariously denied by a groundhog. But he has done so much more, winning titles in different classes and becoming Mercedes' reverse and simulator driver. Ever wondered what it would take to...
Published 12/11/20
In this short look at our interview with Finland's Valtteri Bottas, we find about a bit more about the racing star. He talks about his upbringing... find out what unusual job his mum had. Bottas also discusses his route into racing, his allegince to Totto Wolf and Mercedes, plus why he's actually Lance Corporal Bottas. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 12/09/20
In this short look at our interview with Valtteri Bottas, the Finnish racing star looks back at a mixed 2020 season. He's had his success, but still fallen short in his quest to finally beat Lewis Hamilton to the driver's title. Bottas also talks about what it was like to be racing whilst Romain Grosjean cheated death in that shocking crash, and assess the skills of possible future Mercedes star, George Russell. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 12/07/20
Here's another one for you all racing fans! Natalie catches up with Mercedes driver Valterri Bottas, who talks us through his season and what it's like to partner Lewis Hamilton, who he calls the greatest driver of all time. Bottas also opens up about the effects that Romain Grosjean's crash had on him and the paddock in Bahrain. Following that, Hamilton was ruled out for the second race in Bahrain, which means George Russell takes his seat, but how will he do? Bottas accesses his chances....
Published 12/04/20
In this short look at our interview with Romain Grosjean, he talks about his mind set for the rest of the season and talks his relationships within the paddock. The Frenchman also reveals what advice he would have given to his younger self in an early racing career, having been the target of his fair share of criticism. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 11/24/20
With his F1 career seemingly coming to an end, Roman Grosjean looks back at his time at the top of the sport. Following his early Lotus days, Grosjean has spent five years at America's HAAS but they've struggled for any success and the Frenchman hasn't reappeared on the podium again. Grosjean also discusses the age-old driver/car debate and talks about what could have been, if the right seat became free earlier. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 11/23/20
In this short look at our interview with Romain Grosjean, we find out a little more about the man with 180 F1 races. He talks about his family life and many interests outside of the sport. With the end of his F1 career looming, Grosjean also talks about some of the close friends he's made throughout his career and just what makes a good driver. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 11/22/20
With 180 races to his name Romain Grosjean is one of the more recognisable faces in the F1 paddock, but that looks set to be coming to an end with the Frenchman soon to lose his seat at HAAS. In this interview he looks back at his career, stating with Lotus before helping with the new venture of HAAS, an American outfit. Grosjean also discusses the politics within F1, his vision for a safer sport, his highs, lows and family life. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and...
Published 11/21/20
After seven years in F1, it looks to be coming to an end for Kevin Magnussen at motor sport's top table. The Danish star will no longer drive for HAAS next year, but what does the future hold for him? In this short look at our amazing interview with Magnussen he discusses the team's struggles in recent years and touches on his future plans. A great listen for any racing fan. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 11/19/20
In this short look at our interview with Kevin Magnussen, he opens up about his dislikes surrounding the politics sometimes involved in F1. The Danish star also reveals what it's been like driving for a struggling HAAS team and his passion for racing. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 11/18/20
In the Pink is back for another series! And we are kicking off with a lovely chat with Formula 1's Danish star Kevin Magnussen. He burst onto the scene in 2014 with a podium on debut in Australia, but he has struggled for more success. He talks about his more recent HAAS years, where he has now lost his seat, forcing him to evaluate his future in F1. The former McLaren man also discuses the politics of the sport and why being a great driver may still not be enough in some cases. Another great...
Published 11/13/20
Today is Caroline Flack's birthday. As a way of marking our friend's special day we have pulled together a podcast (with the permission of her family) of stories about Flacky told by her closest friends. We have stripped out the ads in the podcast and replaced them with mentions of two causes that were close to her heart. The Samaritans www.samaritans.org and Choose Love www.choose.love. We hope that the stories make you smile; and remember if you are struggling - Samaritans are always there...
Published 11/09/20
The top F1 names keep coming! This time we are with another rising star Lance Stroll. At only 21, he finds himself towards the top of the drivers standings having an amazing season with surprise package, Racing Point. The Belgian-Canadian talks about his upbringing and racing background, and what it was like to have worked for Williams, before making the move to Racing Point. Surely it's only a matter of time before we see him win in F1, he was Italian F4 champion in 2014, Toyota Racing...
Published 09/19/20
In this short look at our incredible interview with Trevor Nelson, the legendary DJ breaks his silence on the Black Lives Matter movement. He also discusses racism more broadly, touching on some of the barriers he has faced in his career, and what he has done to break them down. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 09/15/20
This week Pinkers chats to legendary DJ Trevor Nelson. Iconic in the R&B, hip hop and soul world Trevor is like the Peter Pan of music broadcasting, he never seems to grow old, and will forever be cool. Hear him detail his 30 years on TV and radio through some amazing adventures where he’s met and worked with every imaginable music superstar. Hear him open up for the first time publicly about Black Lives Matter; what it means to him and where, in his opinion, we are collectively getting...
Published 09/02/20
In the shorter look at our interview with Alex Albon, he discusses what it's really like driving for Red Bull and talks about his relationship with Max Verstappen. How well do they get on? Have a listen and find out. He also discusses what it's like being part of the young driver scene and his friendships with Lando Norris and George Russell, who are also seen as the future of the sport. A unique insight to the workings of F1! Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and...
Published 08/17/20
In this short look at our interview with Alex Albon, he talks about his rise through motor sport which led him to ultimately sign for leading team Red Bull. It's been a great season so far for him, fighting back to score points in most races and even being in contention to win in Austria, but what's they key to his recent success? Listen and find out ! Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 08/16/20
We catch up with another of Formula One's rising stars Alex Albon. The Brit born Thai driver discusses his family, early life and rise to the pinnacle of motorsport in F1 plus his promising start to the season with Red Bull. Albon also talks about his friendships on the grid, especially with other home starlets Landon Norris and George Russel. He also opens up about what it's like to drive for world title winning team Red Bull and his future in the sport. Another one not to miss for any...
Published 08/15/20
Williams driver George Russell talks about the team's greatly improved start to the season, and discusses his friendships with other new up-and-coming drivers Alex Albon and Lando Norris, who both feature on this podcast series. It's not been easy at Williams for Russell, with the car regularly falling to the back of the grid, but how can he help change that? He also touches on his future plans and the idea of driving in a different seat. Sponsored by Bose,   See acast.com/privacy for...
Published 08/13/20
In this short look at our interview with F1 starlet George Russell, he talks about his rise through the ranks, winning the GP2 and Formula 3 series before being snapped up by Williams. He also discusses just what it's like racing for one of the sport's most iconic teams and outlines their aspirations. Russell also explains the plans for the future of his promising career. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 08/13/20
Here's a short look at our interview with F1's next big thing George Russell. He talks about his childhood and his early love for racing plus a sibling rivalry with his brother... but who was faster? Russell talks about the sacrifices made to get where he is and the moment he really thought he could mix it with motor sport's elite. It all ended up with him getting his big break and finally signing for Mercedes as a test driver. Another one for all your sports fans!! Sponsored by Bose.   See...
Published 08/09/20
Now to another great guest! We catch up with Williams driver George Russell, who reflects on a much improved start to the season with the iconic F1 team. Russell is one of a number of up-and-coming British stars in motor racing and has been labelled a future F1 drivers champion. The 22-year-old won the 2018 FIA Formula 2 Championship and the 2017 GP3 Series before finally signing for Williams. He talks about the sacrifices made to get to where he is and opens up about his friendships with...
Published 08/06/20
In this short look at our interview with Karun Chandhok, he talks all about the hot topic of diversity within the sport. Chandhok, one of the only Indian F1 drivers talks about his experiences in the sport, and what can be done to make it more open and diverse. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 08/01/20
In this short look at our interview with Karun Chandhok, the Indian racing star talks about his transition from behind the wheel to interviewing his fellow drivers and presenting. Having been a driver and mechanic, it gives him a unique insight to the sport which has helped him become one of the most respected faces in the F1 paddock. But how has the access to the drivers changed over the year and what makes him so good at his job? Have a listen and find out! Sponsored by Bose.   See...
Published 07/31/20