The Fast and the Curious

The Fast and the Curious

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Join Greg James, sports presenter Betty Glover, F1 broadcaster – and lifelong fanatic – Christian Hewgill and a rolling cast of drivers and characters from across the grid to take you inside the fascinating world of Formula 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes(40 episodes)

Mexico GP 2025 Debrief | Masterful Drives and Radio Saas

S3E51 - Mexico GP 2025 Debrief | Masterful Drives and Radio Saas

Christian and Betty are here to debrief the Mexico City Grand Prix.*SPOILERS FOLLOW*Lando Norris took down the track to take the top step of the podium and out himself back on the top of the Drivers' Championship standings. Plenty to unpack from this weekend, including Ollie Bearman's hugely impressive 4th place finish, George Russell dominating Betty's Radio Radar, and Christian channelling his inner luchador with a surprise choice of outfit.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/tfatc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!M...
Published: Oct 27, 2025Duration: 50:37
Esteban Ocon & Alex Jacques | Mexico City GP Preview | "A championship for the ages"

S3E50 - Esteban Ocon & Alex Jacques | Mexico City GP Preview | "A championship for the ages"

Greg, Betty and Christian have a packed preview! Esteban Ocon dials in from Mexico to talk about his acting career, meet Christian's Dad's dog and also a bit of F1 chat. F1TV commentator Alex Jacques gives us his views on the title battle. And which of the rookies should we look out for in FP1?Susie Wolff was on the podcast yesterday for an extended interview. Don't forget to check it out if you haven't already! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.comtfatc  Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!<p...
Published: Oct 23, 2025Duration: 55:35
Susie Wolff Special | 'Disruption and Representation' with F1 Academy

S3E49 - Susie Wolff Special | 'Disruption and Representation' with F1 Academy

Betty and Christian sit down with Susie Wolff, Managing Director of F1 Academy. There is plenty to discuss in this eye-opening and powerful interview about her career and the future of female representation in motorsport.They will discuss where she gets her ambitions for the future of F1 Academy, Susie gives Betty and Christian some advices ahead of their marriages, and of course, she'll answer some of your listener questions.Susie's book Driven is out in all good bookstores from October 23rd.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.comtfatc Try it ris...
Published: Oct 22, 2025Duration: 56:29
US GP 2025 debrief | The Texas Title Battle

S3E48 - US GP 2025 debrief | The Texas Title Battle

Christian’s in Austin and Betty is up late to debrief the US Grand Prix. And spoilers follow from here….***Red Bull are well and truly back. Max eases to a win in the Texas sunshine to turn up the heat in in the title fight. But he’s not alone. Lando Norris is also edging closer. So are McLaren worried? Why is Max resurgent? And why are Alpine not letting their drivers fight over last place? We tackle all the hot topics plus Radio Radar and some big guest news!YouT...
Published: Oct 20, 2025Duration: 40:07
United States GP 2025 Preview | with James Hinchcliffe

S3E47 - United States GP 2025 Preview | with James Hinchcliffe

Fomer IndyCar race winner, now motorsport presenter James Hinchcliffe joins Betty and Christian to look ahead at the United States Grand Prix in Texas.With six races remaining, all eyes are on the McLaren drivers for who can score more points each race weekend, Hinch describes what it is like to drive an F1 car, and Christian has a HUGE world exclusive announcement.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.comtfatc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!Make sure you follow us on all the socials and hit subscribe rig...
Published: Oct 14, 2025Duration: 1:00:03
Classic Night Under The Lights | Singapore GP 2025 Debrief

S3E46 - Classic Night Under The Lights | Singapore GP 2025 Debrief

Betty and Christian break down a sublime Singapore Grand Prix.***SPOILERS FOLLOW***They of course discuss in-depth the turn 3 move by Lando Norris that, let's just say, Oscar Piastri was not a fan of, react to your F1-related pets, and Christian keeps getting phone calls from someone on the hunt for a job...EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/tfatc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!Make sure you follow us on all the socials and hit subscribe right here as there are mo...
Published: Oct 5, 2025Duration: 45:54
Will Buxton Unleashed! | Singapore GP 2025 Preview

S3E45 - Will Buxton Unleashed! | Singapore GP 2025 Preview

F1-turned IndyCar presenter Will Buxton joins Betty and Christian to look ahead to the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix.There's plenty to unpack ahead of this weekend. Could Charles Leclerc's really be looking for a move? Max Verstappen is not only completing side quests at the Nordschleife, but also bringing himself back into the title mix, and McLaren have their second opportunity to wrap up the Constructors' Championship... But will it end in tears for one of their drivers? Or both? And we pay tribute to the F1 legend we lost this week... We'll miss you Roscoe. <...
Published: Oct 1, 2025Duration: 57:32
Bedlam in Baku! | Greg and Christian debrief a chaotic Azerbaijan GP

S3E44 - Bedlam in Baku! | Greg and Christian debrief a chaotic Azerbaijan GP

Have you got your breath back yet? Greg James and Christian Hewgill have, just. They’re here to debrief a pretty mad weekend in Azerbaijan. And spoilers follow!***It wasn’t just qualifying that was crazy. The race threw up plenty of drama. Greg and Christian ask what on earth happened to Oscar - and should Lando have done more? Max is just ridiculously good, so we talk about that. AND SAINZ IS A SUPERSTAR. There’s joy at Williams, love for Lawson and improvements for two drivers under big pressur...
Published: Sep 21, 2025Duration: 45:40
Isack Hadjar Interview! | Azerbaijan GP 2025 Preview

S3E43 - Isack Hadjar Interview! | Azerbaijan GP 2025 Preview

Racing Bulls driver Isack Hadjar pops by for his first ever interview on The Fast And The Curious. You don't want to miss this one!Betty and Christian are joined by Isack ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. During some yoghurt eating, the star rookie shed some light on his other sporting hobbies such as martial arts, but definitely not golf it turns out. Oh, and of course, he'll be answering some of your questions too.Let Gullivers Travel take care of all the boring bits and book your dream F1 trip with...
Published: Sep 18, 2025Duration: 49:41
Interview | F1 Academy star Lia Block on her first podium!

S3E42 - Interview | F1 Academy star Lia Block on her first podium!

Christian sits down with F1 Academy driver Lia Block. Fresh off the back of her first podium in Zandvoort, she gives an exclusive insight into what goes through someone's head when they are navigating the process of a podium celebration. Who would have thought you need to factor in not getting champagne on your race suit if you still have another race that weekend?She'll also be answering your listener questions, such as...What's it like having James Vowles as a boss?When will we see another female F1 driver?<...
Published: Sep 11, 2025Duration: 31:00
Italian GP Debrief 2025 | Fastest race in F1 history

S3E41 - Italian GP Debrief 2025 | Fastest race in F1 history

Christian is joined by Nicola Hume from Midweek F1 & Talking Bulls to debrief the Italian Grand Prix.**SPOILERS FOLLOW**Max Verstappen put on a masterclass to take victory in F1's fastest ever Grand Prix. The Temple of Speed lived up to its name as the Dutchman retook first place from Lando Norris in the early stages of the race and slowly disappeared down the road.McLaren couldn't keep up with the Red Bull, and gave us one of the big race talking points: were they right to swap Oscar...
Published: Sep 7, 2025Duration: 48:10
Italian GP Preview 2025 | Ferrari Home Pressure

S3E40 - Italian GP Preview 2025 | Ferrari Home Pressure

Bring on the another race! The whole squad is back together for a look ahead to the Italian Grand Prix. Questions linger over whether Ferrari can turn around their double DNF last time round into a statement at their home race, Betty wonders whether Oscar Piastri will change his approach given his championship advantage, and Christian is beginning to worry about Lewis. It’s a prospect none of us want to face… Let Gullivers Travel take care of all the boring bits and book your dream F1 trip with them. Packages are no...
Published: Sep 3, 2025Duration: 40:42
Dutch Grand Prix Debrief 2025 | with Alex Brundle

S3E39 - Dutch Grand Prix Debrief 2025 | with Alex Brundle

F1 is back and it did not disappoint! A surprise podium for one young superstar, a disaster for Ferrari and has this race decided this years World Driver's Championship with 9 races to go? Betty Glover is joined by Alex Brundle for this week's Dutch Grand Prix debrief. This episode is sponsored by F1 Exhibition Amsterdam. Follow this link to get your tickets now https://tinyurl.com/arxea2mdAnd need help with getting to a race? Let Gullivers Travel take care of all the boring bits and book your dream F1 trip with...
Published: Aug 31, 2025Duration: 48:42
We’re back! And so are Checo & Valtteri! | Cadillac reaction, Lia Block + Dutch GP Preview

S3E39 - We’re back! And so are Checo & Valtteri! | Cadillac reaction, Lia Block + Dutch GP Preview

Betty and Christian are back from the summer break and it’s a busy one! We’ve got reaction to the return of Perez & Bottas. So is bringing back the old boys a good idea? And how has Christian been causing trouble? We’ve got F1 Break bingo, a chat about Hamilton’s hopes, a preview of the Dutch GP - and a driver! Lia Block is on for a quick chat ahead of F1 Academy’s return this weekend. Like our stuff? Please hit subscribe! We’ve got more drivers, team principals and guests from the world of...
Published: Aug 27, 2025Duration: 1:05:49
Hungary GP Debrief 2025 | Alex Jacques joins us to talk through a brilliant Budapest battle

S3E38 - Hungary GP Debrief 2025 | Alex Jacques joins us to talk through a brilliant Budapest battle

Christian Hewgill and F1 commentator Alex Jaques debrief a thrilling Hungarian Grand Prix.***SPOILERS FOLLOW***Surely it can’t be a one stop? Can it? Well it turns out, it can!Lando wins in Hungary but could Oscar have won it? Should Leclerc have won it? Is Lewis Hamilton ACTUALLY useless? (Spoiler. We don’t think so.) And is it all doom and gloom at Ferrari? Plus the rookie impressing us all and Radio Radar becomes Radio Rants!This episode is sponsored by F1 Exhibition Amsterdam. Follow this...
Published: Aug 3, 2025Duration: 44:56
Hungarian GP Preview | "Now every race is crucial" | Plus groundbreaking new game and your questions answered

S3E38 - Hungarian GP Preview | "Now every race is crucial" | Plus groundbreaking new game and your questions answered

Betty is back! And so is Christian to preview the Hungarian Grand Prix. This one feels a little chaotic. We’ve got chat about all the latest F1 news including Max (seemingly) staying at Red Bull. Plus we answer your questions, which takes quite a rogue turn. Plus how is your knowledge of Hungary’s only ever F1 driver? Christian has a new game for Betty which he is considerably more excited about than she is.This episode is sponsored by Gullivers Travel. Let them take care of all the boring bits and book your dream F1 t...
Published: Jul 30, 2025Duration: 50:10
Belgian GP 2025 Debrief | With Molly Hudson in Belgium

S3E37 - Belgian GP 2025 Debrief | With Molly Hudson in Belgium

Christian Hewgill is joined by Molly Hudson, Motorsport writer at The Times, to debrief the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix. ***SPOILERS FOLLOW***There was rain. And there was a long old wait. But we got some action eventually! Oscar Piastri extended his title lead with a crucial pass after the race restart. Lewis Hamilton’s still got it. And the midfield battle in the constructors hots up!This episode is bought to you by the brilliant people of Gullivers Travel. Let them take care of all the...
Published: Jul 28, 2025Duration: 42:43
Belgian GP Preview | With Matt off of Matt and Tommy!

S3E36 - Belgian GP Preview | With Matt off of Matt and Tommy!

We are joined by podcasting royalty and one of the few people in the world to appear in more podcasts than Christian Hewgill and Greg James. Yes it’s Matt Gallagher, the Matt part of Matt and Tommy. Matt joins Christian to not only see how an inferior F1 podcast operates, but also preview the Belgian Grand Prix. We talk Horner’s sacking, Max to Merc rumours, the title battle and rise and rise of Matt and Tommy’s F1 content creation journey. Christian also steals one of the boys' features (in the absence of any of our own) and ho...
Published: Jul 23, 2025Duration: 54:55
Horner Sacked | EMERGENCY POD | ft Will Buxton

S3E35 - Horner Sacked | EMERGENCY POD | ft Will Buxton

Betty Glover, Christian Hewgill and Will Buxton (by the pool in Florida once he’s woken up) react to the major breaking F1 news. After 20 years Christian Horner has been sacked as Team Principal of Red Bull Racing. So what comes next for Red Bull? What’s happened? And what does thus mean for a certain Max Verstappen?Want to go to an F1 race? Christian Horner may not be there. But you can be. This episode is brought to you by our friends at Gulliver’s Travel. They’re the world’s best at helping you get to...
Published: Jul 9, 2025Duration: 44:09
Sensational Silverstone Stunner! | British GP Debrief

S3E34 - Sensational Silverstone Stunner! | British GP Debrief

There was rain, there was fast and frantic over-taking, there was controversy and there were surprises. The 2025 British Grand Prix had it all.*** SPOILERS FOLLLOW***Betty and Christian debrief an emotional British GP. Lando takes his first ever home win, Oscar fumes as he’s denied by a penalty. And Hulk FINALLY has his podium. The gang give their take on whether Oscar’s penalty was fair. How was Hamilton’s first home race as a Ferrari driver. And which driver did Christian bump in to in the loo? This episode...
Published: Jul 6, 2025Duration: 38:19