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F1 Explains

F1 Explains

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 Your questions about Formula 1, answered by the experts. Katie Osborne and Christian Hewgill explain F1 with drivers, engineers and more of the amazing people behind-the-scenes.

Send your questions, voice notes and messages to F1Explains@F1.com

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  • F1 commentary, team radio + qualifying questions - with Alex Jacques + Jolyon Palmer

    F1 commentary, team radio + qualifying questions - with Alex Jacques + Jolyon Palmer
    Jun 26 2025
    How do F1 commentators call races? What do F1 team radio messages mean? How do drivers make sure their laps in qualifying are as fast as possible?

    In this 'mega' episode, F1TV commentary duo Alex Jacques and Jolyon Palmer explain how they do their jobs - the camera shots and data they look at during a Grand Prix

    Alex and Jolyon also help Christian Hewgill decode F1 team radio messages,
    and break down how teams approach qualifying.

    Get your question on the podcast!
    Send voice notes and emails to F1Explains@F1.com

    F1: THE MOVIE starring Brad Pitt
    Only in cinemas June 2025
    Get tickets now

    It's All To Drive For in 2025. Be there!
    Book your seat for a Grand Prix this season at tickets.formula1.com

    Listen to more official F1 podcasts
    In-depth interviews on F1 Beyond The Grid
    Expert reaction before and after every Grand Prix on F1 Nation
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    29 mins
  • How F1 The Movie was made - with director Joseph Kosinski

    How F1 The Movie was made - with director Joseph Kosinski
    Jun 25 2025
    Filmed on real F1 racetracks, in the middle of real F1 action, F1 The Movie is the most authentic racing movie ever.

    Director Joseph Kosinski tells Christian Hewgill how the movie was made - how it all started with an email to Lewis Hamilton, how the team modified real race cars to film the spectacular racing sequences, and how he shot scenes on the grid, on the track and in the pit lane during F1 race weekends.

    F1 The Movie – in cinemas June 25th internationally, June 27th in North America
    Find a screening near you at f1themovie.com

    Get your question on the podcast!
    Send voice notes and emails to F1Explains@F1.com

    F1: The Movie on official F1 podcasts
    Brad Pitt tells F1 Beyond The Grid how he became his character Sonny Hayes
    Damson Idris + Kerry Condon talk about preparing for their roles on F1 Nation

    It's All To Drive For in 2025. Be there!
    Book your seat for a Grand Prix this season at tickets.formula1.com
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    29 mins
  • Planning your F1 trip - choosing a race, buying tickets + picking seats

    Planning your F1 trip - choosing a race, buying tickets + picking seats
    Jun 19 2025
    Watching F1 on TV is incredible. Seeing the action live is even better. With 24 amazing races, different ticket options and viewing positions to choose from, how do you plan a trip to a Formula 1 Grand Prix?

    Katie Osborne and Christian Hewgill speak to Gavin and Megan, F1 fans from Colorado who are going to this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix during their honeymoon. They want advice planning their weekend - what to take to the track, where to sit, and what to do besides watching the races.

    F1 Experiences is the closest you can get to Formula 1, with pit lane walks, track tours and photos with the F1 World Championship trophy. Find out more at f1experiences.com

    Send your questions and messages to F1Explains@F1.com

    You can buy tickets for F1 in 2025 and 2026 at tickets.formula1.com

    The 2026 F1 Calendar is out now - choose your race here

    F1: THE MOVIE - in theatres June 25th / June 27th (US)
    Find a showing - f1themovie.com
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    41 mins
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I really enjoy this podcast as a newbie to Formula 1. There are some very informative and insightful details you pick up that you would otherwise miss as a casual fan. The hosts really provide some interesting aspects "behind the curtain" from actual F1 teams. There is also some funny lighthearted moments as the hosts have very good on-air chemistry when discussing aspects that might be very technical. I love this pod.

Informative and Lighthearted Pod on the Strategy and Technical Aspects of F1

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