Formula XX - Hot Wheels & Hot Flashes

Could the tectonic plates of Formula 1 be shifting beneath our feet? Fasten your seatbelts, racing fans, as we grapple with the news that's left jaws on the floor: Lewis Hamilton is donning the scarlet red of Ferrari, leaving behind the silver arrows of Mercedes. We delve into the whispers of discontent that might have pushed Hamilton towards the allure of Maranello and dissect the potential clash or cohesion with fellow speedster Charles Leclerc.
How will Hamilton adapt to the Scuderia's nuances? We unravel the enigma, balancing the weight of Hamilton's championship pedigree with the intricacies of Ferrari's design philosophy. Beyond the track, we consider how the champion's staunch advocacy for diversity dovetails with the Prancing Horse's storied legacy. The emotional gravitas of this move isn't lost on us as we reflect on its impact, not just on the man in the cockpit, but on the fans who've ridden every lap with him.
As the checkered flag waves on this episode, the speculation shifts to the future landscape of F1's starting grid. Who will claim the coveted Mercedes seat in a post-Hamilton world? We debate the merits of the contenders, from Albon's potential leap to the raw promise of rising stars. Weaving through the narrative of driver transfers, the implications for Sainz, Bottas, and the enigmatic driver market come under our inspection.

Join us as we dive into the inaugural Las Vegas GP, the most expensive and possibly most overhyped race of the year. The race where every A, B, C and D list celebrity and social media influencer descended to see and be seen. Did it live up to that hype? Do the FIA continue to prove they are incapable of making good decisions? Keep listening and find out!

We’re back to process the inaugural race of 2024 season, the Bahrain GP. This was the race where we all get to stop speculating, the sand bags fall off, the engines get turned up, and we arguably figure out what the pecking order for the first part of the season will be. Turns out, not so different from the end of 2023. How big will the gap to RBR be this year?
Ferrari, Mercedes and Williams all had mechanical issues. Stake had pit stop issues. Visa Cash Grab Racing App Bulls had strategy issues. And Max was on auto-pilot.
Sigh. Let's break it down.

Join us as we unpack the last race of the 2023 season, as Jen unpacks in her new digs. Did Abu Dhabi provide a knife-edge battle between Ferrari and Mercedes for P2 in the Constructor's? Did the stewards drop the ball on a critical safety call (again)?
Join us as we lay it all out on the table – the strategies, the penalties, and the sheer unpredictability of it all, topped with our bold opinions and a sprinkle of holiday cheer. Sit back, hit play, and let's send off this season with the fanfare it deserves!

Monza's trackside drama never disappoints, and neither does our latest Formula XX podcast episode, where excitement and opinion crash like racers at the first chicane. As Heather, sipping on a crisp Seattle cider, and Jen, nursing a fine whiskey in her friend’s basement, are spilling the beans on the 2023 Monza GP, looping you into the tension-packed weekend.
Crack open your beverage of choice and join our heated debate on the strategic chess game of tire choices that led to a thrilling Monza showdown. We’re cutting no corners as we inspect every move on the board - from Sainz's masterful defense to Ferrari's questionable calls, and Verstappen's tactical prowess that seems to skirt scrutiny. Hear us question Mercedes' puzzling pit stop decisions and weigh in on whether Hamilton's undeniable talent can keep up with his car's underperformance. Add in Alpine's fading engine roars and Hamilton’s late-race sprint, and it's clear the plot thickened more with every lap.
But wait, there's more! We're handing out our unfiltered 'Driver of the Day' and 'Douche Canoe of the Race' awards. Every driver's effort, from Verstappen's record-smashing wins to Alonso's lap-count legacy, is put under our microscope. So strap in and get ready for an episode that doesn't just cross the finish line—it takes the podium.