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The Ringer F1 Show
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Your pit stop for everything Formula 1. Find Megan Schuster and expert guests from around the world every Wednesday and Sunday covering the 22 Grand Prix events and news.
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Silly Season Preview
1w ago01:08:23Tap to summarizeMeg and Spanners break down the implications of F1 shifting away from a 50-50 power split and debate whether F1 is losing touch with real-world automotive trends. They also unpack the controversy around Honda’s performance struggles and the financial support aimed at keeping them competitive. They then dive into “silly season” speculation, discussing Max Verstappen’s future, potential driver swaps, and what a post-Verstappen grid could look like. (00:00) Intro (01:19) F1 news after Miami (8:28) The V8 is back!!! (21:43) Honda gets a bailout (32:54) Silly season begins! (51:27) Shake-up at Williams? Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Live From the F1 Miami Grand Prix Official Fan Fest
3w ago00:48:49Tap to summarizeIn this special episode of The Ringer F1 Show, Meg and Spanners host a live recording from the Miami Grand Prix Fan Fest. In front of a crowd of F1 fans, they bring the energy of race week to life with interactive games and a fun audience quiz. Recording before the race, they also include some previews and predictions in a lively, on-the-ground look at the excitement and community surrounding Formula One. Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Miami Grand Prix Review
3w ago01:01:56Tap to summarizeThe Miami Grand Prix delivered chaos, controversy, and a breakout performance from Kimi Antonelli, who secured his third straight win. Meg and Spanners break down a wild race filled with spins, crashes, aggressive driving, and constant position changes. They dive into Max Verstappen’s relentless charge through the field, Ferrari’s ongoing strategy struggles, and McLaren’s strong showing. They also explore how new power dynamics are reshaping racing and why this race felt like a turning point for the sport. Plus, they look ahead to what this all means for the championship battle as the season heats up. (00:00) Intro (03:23) Miami: Chaos from the start (12:45) Gasly flips out! (22:47) George’s radio woes (27:42) Pit math changes the race (31:02) Facts about Kimi’s big day (36:39) Max (YOLO) Verstappen (46:26) Audi’s nightmare weekend (48:07) Double points for Williams! Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →News From the Miami Sprint Race
3w ago00:42:46Tap to summarizeMeg and Spanners head trackside in Miami to break down a dramatic and heat-soaked sprint race weekend. Lando Norris and McLaren steal the spotlight with a potential breakthrough performance, while Mercedes faces unexpected struggles. They also dive into Ferrari’s hidden pace, a fiery Verstappen vs Hamilton battle that sparks debate over racing rules and aggressive tactics. Also, the Meg and Spanners share their experience driving real F4 cars! (00:00) Intro (02:18) Results from the Sprint (09:39) Can George Panic Now? (15:55) Max Vs Lewis: Redux (21:47) Isack Gets Spicy! (25:52) Nico (literally) On Fire (33:10) General Miami Thoughts Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Miami Grand Prix Preview
4w ago00:57:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode Meg and Spanners preview the upcoming Miami Grand Prix after a long break from racing. They dive into recent Formula One headlines, including Stefano Domenicali’s optimistic claims about the sport’s health and the debate over fan feedback data. Also, concerns about “B teams” in F1, with Zak Brown criticizing potential competitive imbalances and team alliances. They also react to the return of the Turkish Grand Prix and what it means for the sport’s calendar and fan nostalgia. Looking ahead to Miami, they explore major car updates expected across the grid and how these could reshape the competitive order. Finally, they break down the Miami circuit itself, discussing its strengths, flaws, and whether new regulations might improve the racing spectacle. (00:00) Intro (01:16) Domenicali is at it again (13:00) It’s not a conspiracy! (16:03) The Turkish GP is back! (23:27) Brown on the A/B Teams (37:59) Welcome to Miami! (45:35) Reviewing the circuit RSVP Link for Spanners Host: Megan Schuster, Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →News and Notes Before Miami
Apr 2201:00:39Tap to summarizeMegan Schuster and Spanners break down the latest F1 news heading into the Miami Grand Prix, including new technical regulations aimed at improving qualifying and safety. They discuss how these changes could impact racing, along with ongoing tensions between George Russell and Max Verstappen. They also dive into a strange media controversy involving Lando Norris and broader questions about journalism in Formula One. Plus, they react to Doriane Pin’s historic F1 test with Mercedes and what it means for women in motorsport. Finally, they preview what to expect in Miami and share details about their live events during race weekend. (00:00) Intro (01:20) Miami Updates (04:51) The New(er) Regulations (07:26) The Death of 50-50 (16:28) New Battery Deployment (19:55) Saudi Arabia: Maybe? (25:36) George vs. Max is back on! (31:40) Norris is “Not the Boss” (43:10) Pin makes History! RSVP Link for Spanners Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Updates From F1's Spring Break
Apr 1500:51:45Tap to summarizeMeg and Spanners are back to talk about the biggest updates from the world of F1. There are no races for weeks, but the world of Formula One does not stop; there are updates on new team member positions, regulations, and more leading up to Miami in May. (00:00) Intro (02:48) Meetings, meetings, meetings (10:42) Upgrade opportunities (18:39) “G.P.” is ready to GO (34:40) Williams woes Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →The Biggest Questions Ahead of F1's Spring Break
Apr 100:59:00Tap to summarizeMegan and Spanners fire up the mics and discuss some of the biggest questions ahead of F1’s spring break. (00:40) Intro (02:56) What regular tweaks may be coming and when? (23:24 ) How will George Russell respond to Kimi Antonelli taking the lead? (33:57) What is the young F1 drivers hierarchy? (46:28) Has Adrian Newey lost his fastball? Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Reviewing the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix
Mar 2901:01:57Tap to summarizeMeg and Spanners take a look at the results from Suzuka as Kimi Antonelli takes another historic victory. They also talk about a scary crash, Max Verstappen kicking up some major dust over new regulations, and much more! (00:00) Intro(02:01) Kimi making a run for greatness(13:16) Ollie crashes hard(36:17) Max making major waves(49:37) Missing the midfield: Meg gets cranky(54:25) Cadillac is allowed some flowers Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Max Gets DQ'd, New Liveries, and Looking to Japan
Mar 2500:54:27Tap to summarizeMeg and Spanners take on the week's F1 news and headlines and break everything down before the Japanese GP this coming weekend! (00:00) Intro(03:11) Wheatley is “Outie” at Audi(11:36) Max wins (then loses) the ring(18:39) Lewis has actually won: A story of cope(25:51) The Japan GP is on the way!(41:41) Loads of new liveries! Shop thousands of cars and the largest online selection of vehicle parts on eBay motors. Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners ReadySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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