Up To Speed – Podcastlijstje

Step inside sport’s greatest soap opera, Formula One. Hosted by Drive to Survive star Will Buxton, racing driver-turned-broadcaster Naomi Schiff, 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard, and F1 presenter and content creator Jolie Sharpe.

Expect razor-sharp reaction, behind-the-scenes insight, blockbuster interviews and answers to the questions you’ve always wanted to ask! With their deep knowledge, expert analysis and infectious love for racing, Will, Naomi, DC & Jolie dive into the stories that matter - on and off the track.

It’s fast-paced, unfiltered and full of the gossip that keeps the paddock buzzing.

They’ll react to the weekend's race drama every Monday. On Thursday they’ll deep dive into the biggest stories of the week.

Watch and listen on Global Player, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

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Afleveringen

Is F1's newest driver the heir to Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari seat?

22 oktober 2026 · 42 min
Afspelen

Formula One will have a new driver in 2027! So who is Rafa Camara? Could he beat his new teammate Ollie Bearman to Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari seat? And is Haas becoming the Ferrari B team? Lees meer

Plus we look ahead to Austin! How did Taylor Swift save American F1? Will Kimi Antonelli become the youngest world champion this weekend? And who’s excited for the Liam Lawson concert!

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Daniel Aihiee

Social Media Producer: Yasmin Stephenson

Video Apprentice: Sami Datoo

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells
Does Max Verstappen like Laurent Mekies more than Christian Horner?

19 oktober 2026 · 34 min
Afspelen

A big vote of confidence for Christian Horner's replacement as Laurent Mekies gets a contract extension to 2031. Lees meer

Is Mekies a better Red Bull boss than Horner? And what does Max Verstappen think about the new team culture?

Plus we react to Max Verstappen's GT masterclass and Franco Colapinto calling out his fans!

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Daniel Aihiee

Social Media Producer: Yasmin Stephenson

Video Apprentice: Sami Datoo

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells
Christian Horner FULL INTERVIEW: Red Bull Exit, Verstappen & F1 Return?

18 oktober 2026 · 58 min
Afspelen

Christian Horner finally breaks his silence and sits down with DC & Naomi for his first podcast interview since leaving Red Bull! Lees meer

What REALLY happened in Abu Dhabi 2021?

Relationship with MAX VERSTAPPEN?

How did his Red Bull reign COLLAPSE?

... And is he COMING BACK to F1?

'Drive' by Christian Horner will be published by Bantam on 22nd October. Available for pre-order here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1911754785

Christian will be sharing stories from the book on tour across the UK from 17-27 October. Tickets are available from Ticketmaster here: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/christian-horner-tickets/artist/5672765

Subscribe to Up To Speed Plus on YouTube & Global Player and start your free 7-day trial: https://www.youtube.com/@uptospeedshow/?sub_confirmation=1

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Daniel Aihiee

Social Media Producer: Yasmin Stephenson

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells
Christian Horner EXCLUSIVE

15 oktober 2026 · 2 min
Afspelen

For early access to Christian Horner's first podcast interview since leaving Red Bull, subscribe to Up to Speed Plus on YouTube or Global Player and start your free 7-day trial. Lees meer

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LIVE FROM RWANDA: Will Lewis Hamilton LEAVE F1 before the African Grand Prix?

15 oktober 2026 · 47 min
Afspelen

Naomi is in Rwanda for a SPECIAL episode of Up To Speed as F1 announces it's coming back to AFRICA for the first time in over 30 years! Lees meer

We're taking you on a HELICOPTER ride to the future track location! Plus a sneak peek of where they'll be driving, a trip to F1's special announcement hosted by Naomi, a chat with track designers Alex Wurz and Carsten Tilke, and of course... a big debrief with Will!

Could Lewis Hamilton leave F1 before his dream race? How will they make sure the race is exciting enough after the Madring disaster? And why Rwanda?

Join Naomi as she takes you behind the scenes on a historic day for Formula One and the continent of Africa.

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

Director of Photography: Oluwatobi Kenneth Fadoju

Social Media Producer: Yasmin Stephenson

Location Fixer: Ayubu Kasasa

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells
Does Lewis Hamilton TRUST Ferrari pit wall? | Singapore GP

12 oktober 2026 · 32 min
Afspelen

Max finally wins in Singapore and Lewis writing his own strategy at Ferrari? After another brilliant Grand Prix weekend and another statement win from Max Verstappen, DC & Will break down Red Bull's momentum, why this victory mattered so much to the team and how race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase was forced to improvise after their radio failed! Lees meer

Plus, Lewis Hamilton's strategy call raises fresh questions about trust between Ferrari and the seven-time World Champion, all while Kimi Antonelli edged ever closer to sealing the World Championship title.

McLaren's struggles in the sprint and another difficult weekend for George Russell. Assessing the fortunes of Nico Hülkenberg and Ollie Bearman as the season enters its decisive phase too.

Plus, a huge week is coming for Up To Speed... We reveal details of our exclusive interview with Christian Horner, where he opens up about his Red Bull exit, Max Verstappen, life after Formula 1's most powerful team, and whether a return to the sport is on the cards. And that's not all because Naomi will be on location for huge F1 announcement that we'll reveal later this week. Join Up To Speed Plus on YouTube and Global Player and start your free trial today so you don't miss it - out Thursday.

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Daniel Aihiee

Social Media Producer: Yasmin Stephenson

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells
When will George Russell's BAD LUCK end?

8 oktober 2026 · 37 min
Afspelen

George Russell is starting LAST in Singapore with an engine penalty! The man can't catch a BREAK! Join Will & Naomi as they build up to the last sprint weekend of the season at the Marina Bay circuit. Lees meer

Is there any hope for George now? With all these reliability issues, can Max Verstapen and Lewis Hamilton knock Mercedes off their perch? Should the FIA be helping more with cooling vests in sweaty Singapore? And what do Stefano Domenicali's comments about the last races of the season ACTUALLY mean?

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Daniel Aihiee

Social Media Producer: Yasmin Stephenson

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells
Is Max Verstappen BACK? Why do 2026 F1 cars BREAK in the rain?

5 oktober 2026 · 39 min
Afspelen

Chaos, pure chaos at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia! DC & Will react to all the madness from Max Verstappen's first win of 2026, to "LEGO racing" on the maddest formation lap we've ever seen, almost 2 hour delays, an insane recovery from Lewis Hamilton and a heartbreaking DNF spoiling George Russell's title hopes! Lees meer

Is Max entering Michael Schumacher territory? Why don't 2026 F1 cars work in the rain?! Could Lewis have won the race if he was on different tyres? And is Russell out of the title fight now?

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Sam Johnson

Social Media Producer: Yasmin Stephenson

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells
Could Christian Horner become Lewis Hamilton's NEW BOSS at Ferrari?!

1 oktober 2026 · 42 min
Afspelen

An explosive weekend at Ferrari as Christian Horner rumours run wild, Esteban Ocon leaves Haas and Aston Martin stick with Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll... it's all kicking off ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. Lees meer

Do DC and Will think Christian Horner could be Lewis Hamilton's new boss at Ferrari? Who will replace Ocon at Haas? Why is Lance Stroll still in F1? And who's got the edge heading into the exciting Sepang circuit?

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Jack Davy

Social Media Producer: Yasmin Stephenson

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells
Has Colapinto become too big a risk & why Red Bull CURSE isn't dead. Yet.

28 september 2026 · 44 min
Afspelen

Will & Naomi are back following the dramatic finish in Baku to reflect on George Russell's near-perfect weekend! Has 'Mr Saturday' just made things really interesting at the top of the Driver's Championship? Lees meer

Is Isack Hadjar actually lifting the curse of Red Bull's second-seat after another podium finish?

Plus, after Lando Norris called for a race ban for Alpine's Franco Colapinto, is de facto Team Principal Flavio Briatore now weighing up if the Argentine driver is more trouble than he's worth?

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Daniel Aihiee

Social Media Producer: Yasmin Stephenson

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells