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Paddock Project: A Formula 1 Podcast
by Paddock Project Media
Welcome to Paddock Project, the podcast where Formula 1 meets the high-stakes world of racing, business, and innovation. Host Tiggy Valen dives into the latest headlines, post-race analysis, and the power plays shaping the sport on and off the track. With over one million downloads, Paddock Project explores groundbreaking technologies, transformative sponsorships, billion-dollar media empires, and the strategies driving motorsport’s future. Through interviews with drivers, team members, and experts, Tiggy uncovers the pivotal decisions and projects that make F1 a global force at the intersection of performance, progress, and power. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @itspaddockproject!
Episodes
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Formula 1's New Era + A Podcast Update
A new season is upon us! Tiggy walks through off-season updates, thoughts on the new regulations, highlights from Australia, and gives an important podcast announcement. Paddock Project's Substack As always, join us on Discord and YouTube, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok @itspaddockproject....
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2025 Season Recap
Season highlights, lowlights, stats, how my predictions turned out, and superlatives voted on by YOU! Vote for Autosport Creator of the Year :) Paddock Project's Substack Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Recap
What a 2025 season... a maiden championship for Lando Norris and so much more. Join Tiggy to discuss all the racing from the weekend and thoughts on how it all went down. Fill out your end of year superlatives! Vote for Autosport Creator of the Year :) Paddock Project's Substack Advertising...
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Qatar Grand Prix Recap
What a weekend in Doha, where a McLaren strategy blunder opened the door for a fifth Max Verstappen title in Abu Dhabi. Vote for Autosport Creator of the Year Paddock Project's Substack Watch the video version on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection here. As always, join us on...
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Las Vegas Grand Prix Recap: Live From Vegas
An iconic weekend in Vegas for the third to last race of the season and F1 Academy's finale.Tiggy discusses the on-the-ground experience, McLaren double disqualification, and more... Vote for Autosport Creator of the Year Paddock Project's Substack Watch the video version on YouTube. Shop Paddock...
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The Average F1 Team is Now Worth Over $3 Billion feat. Sportico's Kurt Badenhausen
Sportico just released its 2025 Formula 1 team valuations and the numbers are staggering. Tiggy sat down with Kurt Badenhausen, the journalist behind the rankings, to unpack what’s driving the growth, which teams gained the most, and whether the boom is sustainable. Paddock Project's Substack...
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Brazilian Grand Prix Recap
INTERLAGOS YOU DOG!!!! What an absolutely incredible race weekend. Join Tiggy to dive into all the action from the sprint weekend. To Lando's clean sweep, Kimi's incredible consistency, Max's Sunday masterclass, Ferrari's woes, and more... Subscribe to Paddock Project's new Substack! Watch the...
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How is F1 Redefining Responsibility? Feat. F1's Head of ESG, Ellen Jones
Tiggy is joined by F1's Head of ESG, Ellen Jones, to dive into all things responsibility... How is F1 preparing for 2026's more sustainable regulations? What does it actually take to accomplish calendar regionalization? What is the sport doing to inspire more people to pursue STEM-related dreams?...
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Mexico City Grand Prix Recap
So much to dive into in Mexico City... from Hamilton's penalty and Ollie Bearman's P4 to Lando's dominant win and what's going on with Oscar Piastri. Buckle up! Subscribe to Paddock Project's new Substack! Watch the video version on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection here.…
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United States Grand Prix Recap: Live From Austin
GUESS WHO'S BACK?!?! OG listeners will know Sarah's voice immediately, but one of the podcast's original co-hosts is back to recap the wild weekend that was Austin. We dive into the full in-person experience, what's happening at McLaren, Max's chances of winning it all, Charles' masterclass, and...
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F1 Headlines You Missed + U.S. Grand Prix Preview
Join Tiggy to recap the latest F1 headlines, including Apple's rumored announcement at the USGP, McLaren and Mercedes' financial realities, and the ongoing Alex Palou lawsuit. Then stay tuned for a quick USGP preview. Watch the video version on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats...
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Singapore Grand Prix Recap
We have newly crowned Constructors' champions! Big congrats to McLaren, and to George for his dominant win. Join Tiggy as she dives into the McLaren lap 1 incident, Alonso's spicy radios, what the of George's contract might be, and a recap of the F1 Academy excitement. Watch the video version on...
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F1 News Update + A Conversation with Red Bull F1 Academy Drivers
Discussing all the latest headlines, from Hello Kitty x F1 Academy and McLaren's sale to Max's dominant GT3 debut and Roscoe's worrisome condition. Then we dive into an interview and "who's most likely to" with Red Bull F1 Academy drivers Chloe Chambers, Alisha Palmowski, and Rafaela Ferreira. My...
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Azerbaijan Grand Prix Recap
What a wild weekend in Baku...! Join Tiggy to dive into Carlos' big podium, McLaren's woes, and whether Max Verstappen is in championship contention after all. Watch the video version on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection here. As always, join us on Discord, Patreon, and...
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Alba Larsen: Live From The Netherlands
Tiggy catches up with F1 Academy rookie Alba Larsen at the Dutch GP to discuss all things F1 Academy. From teammate rituals to the pressures of being the youngest on the grid, Alba opens up about the realities of competing on this stage. Forgive the background noise! Watch the video version on...
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Italian Grand Prix Recap
Join Tiggy to dive into the drama in Monza... from Papaya Rules and Max's dominant performance to the big news from Gasly, Ricciardo, and Herta. Lots to debate! Watch the video version on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection here. As always, join us on Discord, Patreon, and...
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Dutch Grand Prix Recap: Live From Amsterdam
Join Tiggy to recap the incredible Dutch GP in person! From the fan experience and the racing chaos to F1 Academy, Zandvoort gave us a lot to cheer for (and also be depressed about). F1 is so back. Watch the video version on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection here. As…
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What You Missed During F1's Silly Season + Dutch GP Preview
A roundup of all the headlines you may have missed during F1's summer break, plus reactions to the (likely) incoming announcement of Checo Perez and Valtteri Bottas driving for Cadillac. Stay til the end for a Dutch GP Preview. Tiggy will be at the Dutch GP in person!!! Watch the video version on...
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What Does it Take to Move F1 Around the World? With DHL's Head of Motorsport Logistics [Rerun]
Logistics make the F1 world go round. It's a year-round, 24-race global affair – and DHL moves it all, from cars to cutlery. We dive into what that takes with Head of Global Motorsports Logistics Paul Fowler, and Trackside Operations Manager Giorgia Tirabassi. From making sure the cars get on…
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The Science Behind Female Racers feat. Dr. Emma Ross
What does it really take to train the fastest women in motorsport? Dr. Emma Ross, co-founder of The Well HQ and lead physiologist behind the F1 Academy Driver Development Guide, joins us to unpack the science. We dive into the key physiological differences between male and female athletes, how...
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Hungarian Grand Prix Recap
Hungary, aka "Monaco without walls," lived up to its name but we still had plenty of excitement thanks to Lando and Oscar's divergent strategies and some midfield standouts. Tune in to chat all things Ferrari, Max Verstappen staying at Red Bull, Gabi Bortoleto's stellar drive, Aston Martin's...
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Belgian Grand Prix Recap
Spa is a classic for a reason, and it gave us a good show. Rain, teammate championship battles, a Max sprint victory, a vintage Lewis drive, and more. Plus a quick Hungarian GP preview as we head into next weekend! Watch the video episode on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats…
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Let's Talk About the First Half of the F1 Season
The first half of the F1 season is in the books... so what just happened? From unexpected flops to surprise glow-ups, I'm breaking down the biggest moments, dynamics, and driver performances that defined the year so far. Also tune in for some of the latest headlines. Watch the video episode on...
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Christian Horner Fired... What's Next for Red Bull and Max Verstappen?
Christian Horner is out... so what happens now? In this episode, Tiggy unpacks the shockwaves from Horner’s firing and what it means for Max Verstappen, Red Bull’s future, and more. Watch the video episode on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection here. As always, join us on...
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British Grand Prix Recap
RAIN ALWAYS DELIVERS! So much to discuss, from Lando's dream Sunday and Nico Hulkenberg's maiden podium to whether Oscar's penalty was fair... Could Nico's dominance bore fans? Why was the cooldown room so awkward? Watch the video episode on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats…
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Austrian Grand Prix Recap feat. Emily Selleck
Where to begin...?! Tiggy is joined by Emily Selleck, senior writer for Motorsport. Austria delivered a show. They thank McLaren for letting their drivers race, discuss the Max/Kimi incident, Ferrari upgrades, Yuki's seat, George's contract, Williams' disaster, and much more. Watch the video...
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Is the F1 Movie Good? My Honest Thoughts
Tiggy's answering all your questions about the NYC premiere, the movie, whether it treats women fairly, and much more... Thank you Marriott Bonvoy for the experience of a lifetime at the premiere. Substack article Watch the video episode on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection...
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Canadian Grand Prix Recap
What a race in Canada! Formula 1 returns with an incredible show. From the late-race McLaren incident and Mercedes' dominant double podium to Max and George's continuing beef... Plus some thoughts on the 2026 F1 calendar. Watch the video episode on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats...
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Wrist Watch, Race Bans & Canada: This Week in F1
Back with a shorter episode from my new LA setup! This week we’re talking Lance Stroll’s lingering wrist injury, Cadillac’s driver rumors, Max’s hypothetical race ban, and Yuki’s future. Plus, some fun sponsor news and a quick Canadian GP preview, including the infamous Wall of Champions and my…
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Spanish Grand Prix Recap
Nine out of twenty-four races down... Is the FIA trolling Red Bull? Did Max do that on purpose? Why didn't Aston Martin have a reserve driver? What about the Ferrari team orders? Should Isack Hadjar be in the Red Bull seat? Lots to discuss in the world of Formula 1 this weekend... Watch the video...
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Lia Block: Live From Miami
Tiggy sat down with Lia Block in Miami to discuss all things Netflix and what a second season in F1 Academy means. Watch the video episode on YouTube. Shop Paddock Project's Sunday sweats collection here. As always, join us on Discord, Patreon, and YouTube, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok...
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Monaco Grand Prix Recap: Live From Monaco
Join Tiggy to break down all the was the Monaco Grand Prix IN PERSON! We dive into the experience and the racing –– everything from the Red Bull Energy Station and garage, broadcast BTS, Lando's incredible weekend, whether or not the two mandatory pit stops made a difference, and much more. The...
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Why McLaren’s New Livery Means More Than You Think feat. Chief Marketing Officer Lou McEwen
This week, Tiggy sits down with Lou McEwen, Chief Marketing Officer at McLaren Racing, for a behind-the-scenes look at the team’s stunning new livery debuting in Monaco. Tiggy and Lou dive into the strategy, storytelling, and collaboration that brought the look to life. Plus, Lou shares how…
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Emilia Romagna Grand Prix Recap feat. BBC Journalists Holly Samos and Sarah Holt
F1's back in Europe and it feels so good! Imola, perhaps in its final year for some time, gave us a show that hopefully makes a case for its return... Tiggy is joined by F1 journalists and hosts of the BBC's F1: Back at Base podcast, Holly Samos and Sarah Holt. They discuss Yuki's horrifying…
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Alpine's Nightmare Explained feat. Neha Sridhar
Well... a LOT has happened in the past week. Another Alpine Team Principal gone, an arrest, potential criminal allegations, a driver swap (but only for five races?), and a man running the show who was indefinitely banned from the sport for cheating. We break down Alpine's current nightmare and...
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Miami Grand Prix Recap: Live From Miami
What an incredible race weekend...! Tiggy walks through the in-person experience in Miami attending race events with Ferrari and Red Bull as well as the premieres of F1: The Academy and Kimi Antonelli's new Netflix documentary with WhatsApp. Then she and Tabby dive into the chaos of the race...
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F1 Listener Mailbag feat. Fan Behavior Podcast
Tiggy is joined by Hannah and Zoe from Fan Behavior to answer all your burning F1 questions. Thoughts on the season so far? What's the women in motorsport community like? What would we change about F1? Do we get anxiety sharing opinions on social media? Tips for Miami? We cover all of it and…
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Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Recap feat. P1 with Matt and Tommy
Tiggy is joined by everyone's favorite duo Matt and Tommy of P1 to recap the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. We get into whether Max's penalty was justified, Charles' first podium of the season, the state of the FIA, the championship tides turning, and much more. Plus, a recap of F1 Academy's second…
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Why is Circular Design the Future of F1? feat. Kim Wilson, Director of Sustainability at McLaren
I sat down with Kim Wilson, McLaren’s Director of Sustainability, to talk about the newly launched Circularity Handbook — a first-of-its-kind guide developed in collaboration with the FIA and Deloitte. Backed by years of research and testing, the handbook is now being shared with all F1 teams as…
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Bahrain Grand Prix Recap + Saudi Grand Prix Preview feat. Marissa Tandon
Bahrain, in all its tech-issue riddled glory, gave us a lot to discuss! I'm joined by the wonderful Marissa Tandon to break down an action-packed race weekend. From Oscar Piastri’s second career pole and a McLaren “home” double podium to George Russell’s wild Flinstones-esque car situation and a...
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Japanese Grand Prix Recap + Bahrain Grand Prix Preview
Not the most thrilling race but what a perfect weekend from Max Verstappen! Plus, some incredible rookie performances, McLaren’s questionable strategy decision, and more radio drama in Suzuka. Stay turned for a Bahrain GP Preview as we gear up for the second leg of this triple header. Watch this...
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The Science of Sustainability in F1 feat. Dr. Cristiana Pace
Formula 1 has made big promises about sustainability, but how do those commitments turn into action? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Cristiana Pace, founder of Enovation Consulting and sustainability in motorsport expert. We dive into what it takes to make F1 more sustainable, from carbon...
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Designing Race Day feat. Arrow McLaren Race Engineer Kate Gundlach
As Women's History Month comes to a close, tune into my conversation with Kate Gundlach, one of the few women ever to hold a race engineer role at Arrow McLaren in INDYCAR. In this episode, Kate shares what it’s really like to engineer a race weekend, the pressure of split-second decisions, and...
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Chinese Grand Prix Recap
This weekend gave us a lot to work with: Lewis takes his first win in red (in the sprint!), Oscar Piastri grabs his maiden pole and third career win, and Ferrari’s team orders stir the pot. I break down what this means for the title race, discuss Liam Lawson's performance, some dark horses (Lance...
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The Life of an F1 Journalist: Luke Smith on Journalism, Travel, and the Making of On the Grid
What’s it really like to cover Formula 1 from inside the paddock? In this episode, I sit down with The Athletic’s Luke Smith, one of the most respected voices in F1 journalism, to talk about his new book On the Grid. Luke shares what it takes to cover 20+ races a year, the best interviews he's...
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Australian Grand Prix Recap + Chinese Grand Prix Preview
Rain chaos down under! The first race of the season left us all a bit speechless... six DNFs, radio shenanigans, Papaya Rules coming back with a vengeance, and so much more. Should we have expected more from the rookies? Is Ferrari in trouble already? How fast is the Red Bull? Plus, a Chinese GP...
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Pre-Season Testing Recap + Drive To Survive Review + Australian GP Preview
F1 is back—almost. In this episode, I'm breaking down everything from pre-season testing: who looked fast, who’s got work to do, and what actually matters heading into Round 1. Plus, my unfiltered thoughts on Drive to Survive Season 7—what they nailed, what they missed, and why it still has me...
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The Science Behind Finding F1's First Female Driver feat. More Than Equal's Dr. Fran Longstaff and Drivers
Happy International Women's Day! How do we find and develop the first female Formula 1 driver of the modern era? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Fran Longstaff, Head of Research at More Than Equal, alongside rising stars Ivonn, Skye, and Katrina, to break down the data, challenges, and...
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The Making of Drive to Survive feat. Executive Producer James Gay-Rees
Ever wondered what really goes into making Drive to Survive? In this episode, I sit down with Executive Producer James Gay-Rees to talk about how the series has shaped F1, what happens behind the scenes, and what we can expect from Season 7, dropping this Friday. Who's the best to work with? How...
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James Vowles: Live From London
Join me as I sit down in London with James Vowles to discuss all things Williams –– what the team principal role means to him, how Carlos and Alex REALLY get along, what lessons he's taken from his past success at Mercedes, and much more. For a video version, watch on YouTube. Check out our merch...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Paddock Project, the podcast where Formula 1 meets the high-stakes world of racing, business, and innovation. Host Tiggy Valen dives into the latest headlines, post-race analysis, and the power plays shaping the sport on and off the track. With over one million downloads, Paddock Project explores groundbreaking technologies, transformative sponsorships, billion-dollar media empires, and the strategies driving motorsport’s future. Through interviews with drivers, team members, and experts, Tiggy uncovers the pivotal decisions and projects that make F1 a global force at the intersection of performance, progress, and power. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @itspaddockproject!
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