
You’ve Yacht To Be Kidding Me | 2024 Monaco Grand Prix | Review
05/31/24 • 59 min
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Let's Torque, Shaun returns from his European escapade to join Aaron and special guest Trav in dissecting the glamorous and action-packed Monaco Grand Prix. From celebrity sightings, big yachts and slow Monaco circuit corners, the trio delve into everything that makes this Grand Prix one of the most iconic races on the F1 calendar.
Episode Timeline:
Opening
Shaun starts the episode with a lively introduction, celebrating his return to the Let's Torque studio. Our hosts begin to reflect on the Monaco Grand Prix, and we introduce our extra special guest, Trav.
Race Summary
Aaron provides an in-depth look at the race weekend structure and discusses the strategic nuances of the Monaco Grand Prix. He explains the physical and mental demands placed on drivers by the circuit's layout and the importance of strategic pit stops.
Open Discussion
Shaun, Aaron, and Trav discuss the key moments of the race, including Charles Leclerc's pole position and win, the challenges Red Bull faced, and other teams' performances. They also revisit their season predictions to see how they are holding up.
Tops and Bottoms
The hosts share their highs and lows from the Monaco Grand Prix, highlighting standout performances, strategic missteps, and memorable incidents from the weekend.
Closing
The trio wraps up the episode with final thoughts on the race and a look ahead to the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix. They invite listeners to participate in the discussion on social media and to stay tuned for the next episode.
Listener Engagement
What were your tops and bottoms of the week? Let us know in the comments section on our socials - @letstorqueshow
Don't forget to subscribe to Let's Torque wherever you get your favourite podcasts, and give us a rating while you're there.
Plus! For additional bonus content, find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
That's all from us this week. We'll see you next time on Let's Torque!
Let’s Torque is hosted, produced and edited by Shaun Polidano and Aaron Best. Our show is an entertainment podcast, and the views expressed by the hosts and guests are meant for entertainment purposes only.
Let’s Torque is recorded in Prahran in Naarm/Melbourne, we would like to acknowledge the Bunurong people of the East Kulin nation, the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to aboriginal elders, past present and emerging.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Let's Torque, Shaun returns from his European escapade to join Aaron and special guest Trav in dissecting the glamorous and action-packed Monaco Grand Prix. From celebrity sightings, big yachts and slow Monaco circuit corners, the trio delve into everything that makes this Grand Prix one of the most iconic races on the F1 calendar.
Episode Timeline:
Opening
Shaun starts the episode with a lively introduction, celebrating his return to the Let's Torque studio. Our hosts begin to reflect on the Monaco Grand Prix, and we introduce our extra special guest, Trav.
Race Summary
Aaron provides an in-depth look at the race weekend structure and discusses the strategic nuances of the Monaco Grand Prix. He explains the physical and mental demands placed on drivers by the circuit's layout and the importance of strategic pit stops.
Open Discussion
Shaun, Aaron, and Trav discuss the key moments of the race, including Charles Leclerc's pole position and win, the challenges Red Bull faced, and other teams' performances. They also revisit their season predictions to see how they are holding up.
Tops and Bottoms
The hosts share their highs and lows from the Monaco Grand Prix, highlighting standout performances, strategic missteps, and memorable incidents from the weekend.
Closing
The trio wraps up the episode with final thoughts on the race and a look ahead to the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix. They invite listeners to participate in the discussion on social media and to stay tuned for the next episode.
Listener Engagement
What were your tops and bottoms of the week? Let us know in the comments section on our socials - @letstorqueshow
Don't forget to subscribe to Let's Torque wherever you get your favourite podcasts, and give us a rating while you're there.
Plus! For additional bonus content, find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
That's all from us this week. We'll see you next time on Let's Torque!
Let’s Torque is hosted, produced and edited by Shaun Polidano and Aaron Best. Our show is an entertainment podcast, and the views expressed by the hosts and guests are meant for entertainment purposes only.
Let’s Torque is recorded in Prahran in Naarm/Melbourne, we would like to acknowledge the Bunurong people of the East Kulin nation, the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to aboriginal elders, past present and emerging.
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Is He Gay Or European? | 2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix | Review
Episode Summary:
Join Shaun and Aaron, along with their extra special guest Bryce, live from Bologna, Italy, as they unpack the thrilling events of the 2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at the historic Imola circuit. From strategic maneuvers to breathtaking moments near the end of the race, the trio delves deep into the weekend, discussing everything from track position importance, car upgrades and individual driver strategies.
Episode Timeline:
Opening
Shaun introduces the episode with a playful nod to classic Italian foods or dishes. At the same time, Aaron discusses keeping the Let's Torque studio running and buying some 'electronic toys' - Leave a comment at our socials on what you think he bought *wink*. We are also excited to have a Let's Torque mate with us this week - Byrce Megaher-Whitting.
Race Summary
Aaron provides an overview of the traditional race weekend format, emphasising the importance of track position and strategic decisions at Imola. He explains the nuances of overtaking strategies and how they played out during the race.
Open Discussion
Shaun, Aaron, and Bryce discuss the dynamics of the race, including specific battles and strategic decisions that influenced the outcomes. They talk about the performance upgrades brought by teams and how these impacted the race dynamics. Both Bryce and Shaun discuss how it was at the Imola circuit, wearing Papaya in a sea of Ferarri Red and the 30th anniversary of Senna's death.
Tops and Bottoms
Each host shares their highs and lows from the weekend, highlighting standout drivers, disappointing performances, and memorable moments.
Closing
In our last lap, Shaun asks Bryce about his expectations for the rest of the F1 season and his experience attending the race. They wrap up with final thoughts on the race weekend and a teaser for the next episode in Monaco.
Listener Engagement
What were your tops and bottoms of the week? Let us know in the comments section on our socials - @letstorqueshow
Don't forget to subscribe to Let's Torque wherever you get your favourite podcasts, and give us a rating while you're there.
Plus! For additional bonus content, find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
That's all from us this week. We'll see you next time on Let's Torque!
Let’s Torque is hosted, produced and edited by Shaun Polidano and Aaron Best. Our show is an entertainment podcast, and the views expressed by the hosts and guests are meant for entertainment purposes only.
Let’s Torque is recorded in Prahran in Naarm/Melbourne, we would like to acknowledge the Bunurong people of the East Kulin nation, the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to aboriginal elders, past present and emerging.
Next Episode

Montre-Already Done Had Herses | 2024 Canadian GP | Review
Episode Summary:
Join Shaun and Aaron as they dive into the thrilling and oh-so-wet Canadian Grand Prix. This week's episode is sprinkled with Celine Dion references to honour the icon and covers the weekend's strategic battles, challenging weather conditions, and standout performances. No guest this week, just the duo navigating the complexities of the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
Episode Timeline:
Opening
Shaun and Aaron kick off with light-hearted banter and set the stage for the Canadian Grand Prix.
Race Summary
Aaron explains the technical challenges of racing in wet conditions, including tyre choices and the impact of a declared wet track. Shaun recounts the dramatic moments from the practice sessions to the race, highlighting key incidents and fantastic performances.
Open Discussion
The duo delves into the strategic decisions that defined the race, examining how the weather influenced team strategies and the drivers' ability to handle the circuit's notorious challenges, including the Wall of Champions.
Tops and Bottoms
Shaun and Aaron share their highs and lows from the weekend, praising standout drives and critiquing the less-than-stellar performances of the top two teams.
Closing
Reflections on the race and a look ahead to the upcoming Grand Prix in Spain!
Don't forget to subscribe to Let's Torque wherever you get your favourite podcasts, and give us a rating while you're there.
Plus! For additional bonus content, find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
That's all from us this week. We'll see you next time on Let's Torque!
Let’s Torque is hosted, produced and edited by Shaun Polidano and Aaron Best. Our show is an entertainment podcast, and the views expressed by the hosts and guests are meant for entertainment purposes only.
Let’s Torque is recorded in Prahran in Naarm/Melbourne, we would like to acknowledge the Bunurong people of the East Kulin nation, the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to aboriginal elders, past present and emerging.
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