Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound where we discuss the Mexico Grand Prix and this amazing 2024 F1 season. Lando Norris fighting to the last (with help from the stewards) to win his first driver's championship. Ferrari fighting to the last to win (another) Constructor's title. Fernando Alonso still fighting at 400! Great stuff. But, wait. …

Put your hands up! F1 returns to America. And with shocking results. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. It's a party in the U.S.A. Charles Leclerc's quiet season of greatness. Lando Norris self sabotage. Why George Russell will never replace Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes. Plus our crazy prediction: Why Ferrari will replace Lewis Hamilton lon…

Smiles awake you when you rise, Daniel. But your time in F1 has come to an end. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and we discuss Ricciardo's contribution to Formula 1, and what he should do next. And why he was robbed of a proper send-off. But, wait. There's more. Patrick says do not get used to watching Liam Lawson. Why only Max Verstapp…

Baku delivers. F1 2024 delivers! And we have a 2-way race to the wire for the F1 driver's championship and, amazingly, a 3-way team race for the Constructors championship. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for all the action from Baku. Oscar Piastri has that Michael Jordan attitude required to win an F1 championship. But does Lando Norris…

This F1 season. It continues to deliver. A stunning Charles Leclerc victory at Ferrari's home race! Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and let's discuss the race at Monza. Charles Leclerc wins his home race at Monaco and Ferrari's home race at Monza. And don't look now but Ferrari is in the hunt for the Constructor's. Oscar Piastri jeopard…

The Dutch Grand Prix told us who the best drivers are and who has the best car. Even better, this was the race where Lando Norris, finally, embraced his killer instinct. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and let's discuss what Lando has to do to win his first WDC and what Red Bull has to do to keep their Constructor's hopes alive. But, wa…

F1 2024 continues to deliver! Incredible racing, chaotic races, and for George Russell, post-race heartbreak. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for full analysis of the Belgian Grand Prix 2024. And a look toward the second half of the season. 5:00 George Russell masterclass is all for nothing. He now trails even Sergio Perez in the driver…

A McLaren 1-2! Oscar Piastri's first victory, and the first F1 win for any driver born in the 21st century. So why are so many on the McLaren team not happy? Let's switch to the Hard Compound and discuss all the drama from the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix. 1:00 Did McLaren doom Lando's championship hopes? 10:00 Does Lando Norris lack the killer instin…

Lewis Hamilton is back! Winning. With Mercedes. At Silverstone. The rightful heir. But like Game of Thrones, don't expect Hamilton to occupy the seat for long. The outsider, Max Verstappen, is right there. And fellow Brits, George Russell and Lando Norris have made clear their claims. But wait, there's more. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compo…

Why can't we be friends? Because this is War. Max Verstappen makes it clear to his good friend Lando Norris, and to the entire F1 grid. If you wanna stop me you're gonna have to, well, you know. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for everything that happened at the Austrian Grand Prix. 5:00 Max Verstappen does not need friends. 7:00 Oh, ye…

Through goes Hamilton! Barcelona delivers and Lewis Hamilton edges ever closer to the inevitable 200 F1 podiums. Join Patrick (son) and Brian (dad) on the Hard Compound and let's discuss the Spanish Grand Prix. 1:00 Max versus Everybody 3:00 Ferrari versus Ferrari 6:00 Lando versus McLaren 8:00 Track position versus tire strategy 30:00 F1 versus Am…

The beautiful city of Montreal delivered a dirty race! We love it. Join Patrick (son) and Brian (dad) on the Hard Compound and let's discuss the Canadian Grand Prix. Disastrous weekend for Ferrari. Plus, why Carlos Sainz would make a hot nanny. And why Charles Leclerc must suffer for Ferrari's sins. A great weekend for the Empire. George Russell, L…

He did it! Charles Leclerc, hometown hero, wins the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix! Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound to discuss the race and the latest F1 stories. 2:00 Charles Leclerc was not to be denied. And that genuine outpouring of support from his team, including from the Prince of Monaco, was special. 4:00 Before we blame KMags, Esteban …

Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound. It's the 2024 Imola Grand Prix. Our first race of the year in Europe. Here's what you get. The best British driver, more drama at Ferrari, a full race analysis, plus our (truly) crazy predictions for Monaco. But wait, there's more! 2:15 Max Verstappen, typical 20-something, abandons his all-night gaming …

We did it! All of us. Together, we manifested Lando Norris's first ever F1 win! Now join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for a full retelling of the 2024 Miami Grand Prix. 1:30 F1 Made for America 14:00 Yuki is great but has nowhere else to go 18:30 Miami Grand Prix Top 5 25:30 F1 Versus America 36:00 Could Lando take George Russell in a fig…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and let's talk about the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix. It's a good one. And we have questions. Like, what's wrong with Lewis Hamilton? Does Ferrari already have regrets? Could Max Verstappen possibly get to 200 F1 wins? When did Nico Hulkenberg get so good? How does Alonso defy his age? Oh, and we tell you why…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. First, remembering Jules Bianchi. An upsetting death and shocking it's been ten years. Then, our recap of the 2024 Japan Grand Prix. The perfect race for new fans. We discuss why. We also discuss why Daniel Ricciardo will be out of F1 before Logan Sargeant. Yes, really. Why Ferrari already has regrets ab…

Well, that was unexpected! A rare Max Verstappen DNF. Alonso penalized for being Alonso. George Russell freaking out -- and rightly so. All this and more. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. Our complete recap of the Australian Grand Prix, plus all the fun chat. The current status of naughty Carlos Sainz fan fiction. The end of the line fo…

There's definitely, definitely, definitely no logic! Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. Our complete recap of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and much more. Like, what happens when you hand an 18 year old the keys to a Ferrari? Or, what was Christian Horner thinking? Plus, why Max Verstappen is the Michael Jordan of Formula 1. Why the era of…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. Very special super double bonus episode! Our F1 2023 awards, including for best driver, best team, best race. Oh, and worst team, best screw-up, and biggest surprise. But, wait. There's more. Our early predictions for F1 2024. Why McLaren will dash our hopes once again. All the spice that's set to go dow…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for this very special episode. The SHOCK Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari signing. The SHOCK F1 rejecting Andretti Cadillac news. We go through what this means for Lewis, for Mercedes, for Ferrari, and how this deal sets a precedent with Formula 1 that may prove even more impactful than the Lionel Messi deal wit…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for a look back at F1 2023. Michael Jordan, game 6? Try Max Verstappen, F1 2023. One of the greatest seasons in racing history. Plus, why Charles Leclerc is like James Bond, and why this maybe isn't such a good thing. Where Nico Hulkenberg, Sergio Perez, and Carlos Sainz will wind up. Why we expect Toto W…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. A very special episode. We decided to postpone our F1 2023 year in review show and delve into the highly plausible scenario where a LIV Golf-type organization seeks a hostile takeover of F1. You do not want to miss this one. Text Brian or Patrick And as always, thank you for listening to everybody's most…

The end of the season of the sport we love best. The best cars in the world, the best drivers in the world, racing all over the world. And at Abu Dhabi, the final race of 2023, we were treated to what makes Formula 1 so special. Charles Leclerc never quit--and nearly got Ferrari a P2 in the Constructor's. George Russell gave Mercedes the final push…

The haters gonna hate hate hate hate hate but the Las Vegas Grand Prix was outstanding. Charles Leclerc takes it to Red Bull. Logan Sargeant saves his seat. Lance Stroll outraces Alonso. Redemption was the theme on the Strip. Celebrities came out, venture capitalists flew in, and American auto manufacturers dropped cash money for a seat at the F1 t…

Mexico City cheers on hometown favorite, Sergio Perez. Who sadly crashes out on Lap 1, Turn 1. Does this mean Lewis Hamilton will now miraculously finish the season in P2? And it looks like Ferrari, following a superb drive by Charles Leclerc, may have just locked up P3 in the Constructor's. Despite Lando Norris having one of the best races of his …

Austin, Texas once again puts on a big, boisterous, welcoming party for F1. Where Lewis Hamilton takes the fight to Red Bull. Finally. Logan Sargeant earns a point. Finally. And Ferrari implodes. Again! But, wait. There's more. Why we predict Gunther Steiner and Daniel Ricciardo will both be out of F1 before the 2024 season. Why we don't like these…

Under the scorching Qatar sun, Max Verstappen wins his third WDC. That's 3 WDC in just 22 months! George Russell tells Lewis Hamilton he's no Valterri Bottas. Plus, why we predict Sergio Perez and Daniel Ricciardo will be out of F1--before 2024. But, wait. There's more. How driving for Alfa Romeo is like working at Yahoo. Why McLaren will surpass F…

Max takes it personal. Lewis takes the mask off. And the best team in F1 (spoiler: McLaren) finally has a car worthy of their talents. But, wait. There's more. Why it's the end of days for Sergio Perez, why we want to give Logan Sargeant one more year, and why Liam Lawson deserves a grid spot more than Yuki, Zhou, or Daniel. Yes. Plus, the best pre…

The streak is over! Carlos Sainz puts on a strategic masterclass to take victory in Singapore. Max Verstappen and Red Bull are defeated. But, wait. There's more. George Russell flinched. Will that make him battle hardened to compete against Lewis Hamilton in 2024? Or will he wither? Also, why Lance Stroll will be out of F1 in 2023. It's time. Plus,…

Ferrari put up a fight. With Red Bull and each other. Max smashes the records. Mercedes gets nasty. Finally. But what’s holding back Lando? And why is Gunther still employed by Haas? Plus the reasons why Red Bull won’t win everything this year. But wait, there's more. All the F1 drivers who will be out of a seat at the end of this season, and all t…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. This week, the Dutch Grand Prix. Max Verstappen ties the consecutive win records. Alonso surpasses Schumacher for longest time between podiums. And the Dutch fans, remind us all how much fun Formula 1 is, in all conditions. But wait, there's more. The two huge problems faci…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. Brought to you this week from the hottest, driest place on Earth. In this episode, the continued growth of Formula 1 in America. The continued dominance of Max Verstappen. All the chaos inside Mercedes and Alpine, plus all the troubles plaguing Ferrari and AlphaTauri. Why w…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. In this episode: We rank all the driver pairings. Plus rank the British drivers. Expose a major weakness at Red Bull. Celebrate McLaren's stunning P2 and P4 at Silverstone. Tell you why Daniel Ricciardo will not be back in F1. Ignore the latest drama surrounding a celebrity…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. That always exceeds track limits. In this episode, Max Verstappen passes the great Ayrton Senna. Will Red Bull soon pass McLaren? Why we want Lewis Hamilton to sign with McLaren. (Hint: Hulk Hogan is involved) Plus, we rank the best current British drivers. And explore the …

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. What black magic is Fernando Alonso conjuring? How close is Lewis Hamilton to another F1 victory? And when does Alex Albon replace Sergio Perez at Red Bull? (Hint: we tell you) But, wait. There's more! Don't look now, but Ferrari have turned a corner. Why Christian Horner i…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. Will Max Verstappen dominance lead to the "Max Rules?" Yes! This is a new era in F1 and fans, especially American fans, demand NFL-like competitive parity. But, wait. There's more! Why is Indy racer Will Power talking smack about Formula 1? Why is Sergio Perez not able to g…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. For our 50th episode! Not so fast, Las Vegas. Monaco reminds us why it is still the premier F1 event. Plus, why Sergio Perez will be replaced. But not Lance Stroll. Why F1 is no longer a place for hustlers like Eddie Jordan. And why the view that Fernando Alonso gave up win…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. In this episode, rap stars, tech billionaires, and South Florida sun. Miami goes hard but doesn't go over the top. Why Max Verstappen is the best, why Lewis Hamilton will have to wait till 2025, and why Fernando Alonso is the GOAT. Plus, the future of F1 goes through Americ…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. In this episode, Baku hits the snooze button. Sergio Perez rules the streets. And F1 goes plaid. With Charles Leclerc doing better on iTunes than he is in that Ferrari. And the ageless Fernando Alonso dating the ever-now Taylor Swift (allegedly). Plus, what the perpetual co…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. In this episode, the Australia Grand Prix delivers spills, thrills, controversy, the most red flags ever--and one of the greatest podiums in Formula One history, with Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, and Fernando Alonso. Carlos Sainz deserved that penalty. The Stewards get i…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. Night time is the right time for Sergio Perez and Red Bull as they cruise to easy victory at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Race analysis and more. Has the fight gone out of Lewis Hamilton? Should Zak Brown join Daniel Ricciardo? Will Alonso make it onto the podium every rac…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. It's the first race of the F1 2023 season! Max is unstoppable. Ferrari remains in disarray. And Alonso is back on the podium. "Alonso made Mercedes blink." There's more. Is George Russell sabotaging Mercedes? Is Lando doomed to drive with a bad McLaren? Plus, our crazy pred…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. It's testing tumult on track to tap what looks to be a tight, tempestuous, and spicy 2023 F1 season. Don't look now but Red Bull and Max Verstappen are struttin. Who is already on the hot seat? Why George Russell is the villain F1 so desperately needs. Our F1 2023 Construct…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. A very special episode, we look at the rapid growth of Formula One's popularity in America. And how America is forever changing F1. The impact of Drive to Survive Why Apple or Google, not Ford or GM, will follow the Red Bull model to F1 success. The end of daddy drivers. Ho…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. A very special episode, our second annual F1 awards show. The biggest, the best, the most. And the worst. Best drive of 2022 Best F1 race of 2022 Best F1 team and teammate Biggest disappointment in F1 Biggest surprise of F1 and much much more Also, the greatest Ferrari movi…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. All our big, bold, and crazy predictions for F1 2023. Daniel Riccardo to replace Sergio Perez mid-season! Why Ocon and Gasly will be awful together. 11 teams, 26 races, and 26 sprints for Formula One. Yes, really. Yuki smash! The definitive ranking of The Fast and the Furio…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. DankeSeb! DankeRicc! DankeMick! George with more points than Lewis is the second biggest story of the F1 season. Is Lando Norris the first, second, or third best British driver in Formula One? How come it's no fun driving for Ferrari? Why Christian Horner is the most influe…

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. George Russell gets his first-ever F1 victory. The best races of the year are in the Americas. Texas, Mexico, Brazil. And just wait for the Las Vegas Grand Prix. How Ferrari became the Yahoo! of Formula One. Driver or dick. We debate if it was a driver move or a dick move. …

Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. Show highlights: Fernando Alonso is God. It's science. George Russell is our favorite new Bond villain. FIA got it exactly right in assessing its spending cap penalty against Red Bull. We are tired of Gunther Steiner's antics. Time for him to go? That Mercedes paddock is go…