Off the Pit Wall: An American Formula 1 Podcast

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. Australian has come and gone and it's time to grade ever teams' performance from the highs of McLaren and Williams to the lows of Aston Martin and.... well Aston Martin. Hunter and Dan give their input to all 10 teams and discuss a little about how expectations are shifting as teams bring in upgrades during the early part of this season. Another weekend off before we preview the first of two stops in Italy this year, Imola. Join us next week when we answer the biggest questions of the weekend. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Theme Music by Carson Bispels. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. This weekend we return to Australia for the first time since the Grand Prix was cancelled in March of 2020. Now that we no longer have as large a fear of Covid on our hands, how will the drivers fair with a track that has many reshaped corners and a crazy 4 DRS zones? We break down the questions that each team has coming into this race and how it could impact the weekend. We also dig into the digital mailbag to answer your fan mail, including our reactions to the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix and what a 30 race season could look like for Formula One. We will return next week to grade all the teams during the 2022 Australian Grand Prix. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Theme Music by Carson Bispels. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix has already brought up a few different controversies to the sport of Formula 1. The duo discuss whether the political strife in and around Jeddah is too much risk for the F1 circus, and follow it up with whether or not the "street circuit" is even safe enough to continue racing on year after year. It's shaping up to be a two team race for the Championship crowns this year. How much will Red Bull's double DNF last week effect their ability to catch Ferrari going forward now that we know they can keep pace with the prancing horse? Was Sergio Perez robbed of his first victory and podium of the season? We rate all the teams for their performances this week in Jeddah! | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Theme Music by Carson Bispels. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. The start of the 2022 Formula 1 Season has officially arrived as the Bahrain Grand Prix started what is sure to be an wild 23 races to the finish. Ferrari came quick to claim the front running spot in both championships, but do they deserve it or was it just a fluke with both Red Bulls suffering from fuel related issues? Haas is back and is looking more like a team that America can rally around to lead the midfield. McLaren on the other hand has appeared to takeover Haas' spot as the worst team on the grid.... for now. We are ready to see how teams react to the first race's results and how upgrades continue to shake up the order this weekend for the 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix! | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Theme Music by Carson Bispels. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. The 2022 Formula 1 Season is here, and just before we watch the lights go out and the green flags wave for the new year, its time for us to see what our expectations are for these teams in a brand new era of Formula 1. We go all the way and lock in our predictions for the entire constructor's standings, and of course who will be crowned the 2022 World Drivers' Champion! Plus we discuss the latest season of Drive to Survive and figure out whether all the flak its catching is deserved. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Theme Music by Carson Bispels. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. It's the offseason! While F1 is busy with testing, we decided to spend the offseason breaking down the history of all the teams on the Formula 1 grid. This week we discuss the histories of two teams that recently changed their names; the sister team to frontrunning Red Bull, AlphaTauri and long time engine supplier turned Alpine, Renault. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. It's the offseason! While F1 is busy with testing, we decided to spend the offseason breaking down the history of all the teams on the Formula 1 grid. This week we discuss the histories of the fan favorite McLaren team and the history and technically not-history of the Aston Martin team. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. It's the offseason! Before we reach testing in Bahrain in a couple of months' time, we decided to spend the offseason breaking down the history of all the teams on the Formula 1 grid. This week we discuss the histories of two of the oldest teams in Formula 1, Williams and Ferrari. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. It's the offseason! Before we reach testing in Bahrain in a couple of months' time, we decided to spend the offseason breaking down the history of all the teams on the Formula 1 grid. This week we discuss the history of Red Bull and Sauber in Formula 1 and how their histories intertwined at one point. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. It's the offseason! Before we reach testing in Bahrain in a couple of months' time, we decided to spend the offseason breaking down the history of all the teams on the Formula 1 grid. This week we discuss the first and last place teams from last season, Mercedes and Haas. Learn something you didn't know before with a little Formula 101! | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter go over what happened in the final winner take all race of the season in Abu Dhabi. Max Verstappen is your 2021 World Driver's Champion after one of the most controversial moments from race control ever leading to a pass on the final lap. Mercedes also seals its Constructor's title, but at what cost. We ponder how this could affect racing going forward and what Formula 1 has to do now, in the wake of this bizarre finish. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter discuss the upcoming final race of the 2021 Formula 1 Season. It's all come down to who finishes better, Max Verstappen or Lewis Hamilton. Max and Red Bull had won here last year, but the changes to the Yas Marina Track at Abu Dhabi seem to benefit Lewis and the Mercedes team. It could all come down to one moment in the final duel of the season. Will we see good wheel to wheel racing or will we have a repeat of Monza or Silverstone? | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter take a chronological look at all the incidents that occurred during the first ever Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. From the red flags and the restarts to the crashes and the penalties, this race was one of the craziest races across the entire season. We'll discuss what this means for the final race of the season, coming later this week. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter remember the life and accomplishments of the great Sir Frank Williams. The duo also takes a look at the upcoming Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, the fastest street circuit to ever grace the Formula 1 calendar. Will the Mercedes engine's top speed help claw Lewis Hamilton back atop the Drivers' Championship standings, or will the fast corners play a role in Red Bull's attempt to close the gap in the Constructors' Standings? | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter discuss Formula One first ever visit to the country of Qatar and breakdown how the third to final race of the season affects not only the race for the World Constructors' Championship, but the races for third and fifth in the Championship standings too. Lewis Hamilton punches back against Max Verstappen as the Drivers' Championship grows ever more narrow. With 2 races left to go, this season has certainly been one to remember, but who will finish strong and take home the 2 Championships that are on the line? | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter discuss the stunning victory for Red Bull racing and how this changes the landscape of not only the battle between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, but the Constructors' Championship between Red Bull and Mercedes as well. Sergio's podium at his home Grand Prix may have been one of the greatest storylines of this season. Back to back race weekends also means that the Brazilian Grand Prix is fast approaching. How will the Brazilian Grand Prix mirror the Mexico City race, and how will Lewis Hamilton avoid a repeat of the race at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez? With the sudden delays for every teams' equipment, this coming weekend is bound to be crazy. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter discuss this weekend's 2021 Mexico City Grand Prix. The battle between Mercedes and Red Bull continues to come down to the wire, and this weekend Red Bull's Sergio Perez has home field advantage. Ferrari is also looking to close the gap to championship rivals in McLaren. Round 18 is ready and waiting for Formula One's triumphant return to Mexico! | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter discuss the United States Grand Prix and the 400,000 people in attendance over the weekend. Dan gives his critic of the Formula 1 broadcast and the one issue that came up more often than usual during the US Grand Prix. Hunter, on the other hand, is simply impressed at what Sergio Perez managed to pull off in the Texas heat. How should Red Bull and Mercedes feel ahead of the 2021 Mexican Grand Prix? We weigh in. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter discuss the upcoming 2021 Rolex Turkish Grand Prix. As the battle between Red Bull and Mercedes remains close, we return to a track that leaves many on the grid feeling inexperienced. Red Bull out qualified Mercedes in 2020, but Mercedes did take home first last year at this track. We discuss the fight at the top along with every battle down the order all ahead of this weekend's race. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

WE ARE BACK! Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter discuss the wild finish to the 2021 Russian Grand Prix. We discuss how one of the wildest races of the history managed to finish with a Lewis/Max 1st/2nd, who at McLaren should be blamed for the mistakes in the final laps, and whether or not the Constructors' Championship is finished or is still up for Red Bull to take. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. Edited by Kyle Kratzer. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter discuss the two big talking points from the British Grand Prix; Lewis Hamilton won the race despite the 10-second time penalty from clashing (and crashing Max Verstappen) and is now nipping at the heels of the Dutchman, and Sprint qualifying was likely the reason for the lap one incident along with several other side effects throughout the weekend. Both Ferrari and McLaren also had good showings, with the battle for 3rd in the Constructors' narrowing after Britain. Also, what expectations should we have on the midfield at this stage of the season and how will that affect our grades? | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter get ready for our yearly visit to Silverstone for the 2021 British Grand Prix. Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton continue the duel for the Drivers' Championship at a track where both drivers picked up a win in 2020. Sprint qualifying also makes its debut, and the guys talk about how adding a 17 lap qualifying race could shake up the order for the main event on Sunday. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter discuss how each team performed during the back to back races at the Red Bull Ring in Austria. Grades are handed out to each team on the grid, from the back to back victories for Red Bull, to the heartbreak at the very end for Williams. The duo also discusses the wild amount of penalties that were racked up during the weekends, especially with all the penalty points dished out during the Austrian Grand Prix. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter wrap up the 2021 French Grand Prix by grading the performances of all 10 teams on the grid and discuss the madness that was the all strategy, no flags race. There isn't time to wait though, as the 2021 Styrian Grand Prix is also on its way. We prepare for our return to the Red Bull Ring by highlighting a handful of drivers who are looking to match expectations in Spielberg, including what Max Verstappen needs to do to maintain control of the Drivers' Championship, what Charles LeClerc needs to achieve to rebound from last weekend, and which driver needs to make it into Q3 this time around. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Formula 1 returns to the Circuit Paul Ricard for the first time since 2019 and we discuss what goals and expectations each team needs to have in order to walk away with a successful weekend. Every team on the grid has different goals and objectives and we throw our hats in the ring to determine what they are. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, we recap the exciting return to the Baku City Circuit at the 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, giving a letter grade to each and every team on the grid. In a race where Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and Valtteri Bottas all missed out on points, how did the rest of the grid take advantage of the gap on the top? | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, we discuss the ongoing controversy between Red Bull, Mercedes, and the rest of the grid with the latest innovation to stir the pot, the flexible rear wing. We also answer our first piece of fan mail, weighing in on the brand new 2022 Miami Grand Prix. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, we discuss the two big controversies brewing during the 2021 Monaco Grand Prix; the FIA hinted at a new rule regarding red flags during qualifying sessions and Red Bull and Ferrari live another day with their controversial flexible rear wing. We run down the entire 2021 grid to discuss and grade each team's performance around the streets of Monte Carlo. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, we are preparing to go back to the city of Monte Carlo for the 2021 Monaco Grand Prix. We discuss what our expectations and goals would be if we ran the teams in Formula One this upcoming race weekend. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter look back at the first four race weekends of the season and discuss what the current status of the Formula 1 world looks like. They discuss the title battle between Mercedes and Red Bull, the third place shootout between McLaren and Ferrari, and the madness that is the backmarkers of the sport in Alfa Romeo, Williams and Haas. Dan and Hunter also look at Nikita Mazepin's entire racing career to solve the mystery of how the hell did he make it into Formula 1. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter recap the events and performances seen at the 2021 Emilia Romagna Prix. The duo will name their personal picks for Driver of the Day, along with picking their Disappointments of the Day and giving a letter grade to each team's performance over the course of the weekend. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, we discuss what each team should be looking to accomplish at the 2021 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, we bring in special guest Calen Wolfskill to help us grade all the liveries on the track this 2021 Formula 1 season. What teams are styling on the track and what teams need to hire a new artist director for next season? | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter recap the events and performances seen at the 2021 Bahrain Grand Prix. The duo will name their personal picks for Driver of the Day, along with picking their Disappointments of the Day and giving a letter grade to each team's performance over the course of the weekend. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.

Hosted by Dan Zalewski and Hunter Connelly, Off the Pit Wall is an American Formula 1 Podcast where nothing is out of bounds. In this episode, Dan and Hunter lock-in their official predictions for the upcoming F1 season. Their answers will be whisked away to our shelf where we will see how well their predictions aged at the end of the season. | Send your questions, comments, and discussion for upcoming episodes to [email protected]. | Produced by Dan Zalewski III with Assistant Producers Calen Wolfskill and Hunter Connelly. | A Ruby Media LLC production.