Podcast · 62 episodes
Up To Speed
by Global · English
Step inside sport’s greatest soap opera, Formula One. Hosted by Drive to Survive star Will Buxton, racing driver-turned-broadcaster Naomi Schiff, 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard, and F1 presenter and content creator Jolie Sharpe. Expect razor-sharp reaction, behind-the-scenes insight, blockbuster interviews and answers to the questions you’ve always wanted to ask! With their deep knowledge, expert analysis and infectious love for racing, Will, Naomi, DC & Jolie dive into the stories that matter - on and off the track. It’s fast-paced, unfiltered and full of the gossip that keeps the paddock buzzing. They’ll react to the weekend's race drama every Monday. On Thursday they’ll deep dive into the biggest stories of the week. Watch and listen on Global Player, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. For advertising opportunities on this podcast, email: GlobalStudiosSales@global.com
Latest episodes
Is Lewis Hamilton OUT of world championship fight after DNF in Madrid?David Coulthard and Mika Häkkinen revisit their 7-season McLaren teammate rivalry, how they bonded off-track, and what it was like under Ron Dennis’s strict leadership.17 Sep 2026 · 44 min
Was Lando Norris ROBBED at the Madring? The WORST F1 race ever?Debate over whether Lando Norris was “robbed” at the Madrid circuit (“Mad Ring”) after Kimi Antonelli won; discussion of virtual safety car timing, strategy calls, and whether the track design allows…14 Sep 2026 · 35 min
Why is Flavio Briatore going to WAR with McLaren?!The episode recaps Formula 1’s Monza weekend and the fallout from Pierre Gasly’s surprise pole, then pivots to off-track drama and the upcoming Madrid Grand Prix.10 Sep 2026 · 36 min
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Is Lewis Hamilton OUT of world championship fight after DNF in Madrid?David Coulthard and Mika Häkkinen revisit their 7-season McLaren teammate rivalry, how they bonded off-track, and what it was like under Ron Dennis’s strict leadership.17 Sep 2026 · 44 min · 16 chapters
Was Lando Norris ROBBED at the Madring? The WORST F1 race ever?Debate over whether Lando Norris was “robbed” at the Madrid circuit (“Mad Ring”) after Kimi Antonelli won; discussion of virtual safety car timing, strategy calls, and whether the track design allows…14 Sep 2026 · 35 min · 11 chapters
Why is Flavio Briatore going to WAR with McLaren?!The episode recaps Formula 1’s Monza weekend and the fallout from Pierre Gasly’s surprise pole, then pivots to off-track drama and the upcoming Madrid Grand Prix.10 Sep 2026 · 36 min · 14 chapters
Why are Mercedes making Kimi Antonelli start last in his home race Monza?The episode debates Formula 1’s upgrade and regulation system, focusing on Mercedes’ decision to take a power-unit change penalty at Monza—forcing Kimi Antonelli to start last in his home race.31 Aug 2026 · 43 min · 19 chapters
Does Max Verstappen's new contract shut doors at Red Bull Racing?Max Verstappen’s new Red Bull contract and whether it “shuts doors” for other drivers; how it affects Red Bull’s talent retention, sister-team dynamics (Red Bull Racing vs Racing Bulls), and the Red…27 Aug 2026 · 39 min · 14 chapters
Were Lewis Hamilton and George Russell shafted in Zandvoort?Zandvoort Dutch GP controversies and second-half-season outlook, focusing on Mercedes’ driver switch vs Ferrari’s lack of execution, plus standout performances and crashes.24 Aug 2026 · 34 min · 19 chapters
Why Max Verstappen chose to stay at Red BullThe episode is an “emergency” Up to Speed discussion after news at Zandvoort: Max Verstappen re-signed with Red Bull until 2030.21 Aug 2026 · 22 min · 9 chapters
Bigger shock if Kimi Antonelli keeps winning or George Russell keeps losing after summer break?The episode debates the biggest second-half-of-season storyline: whether Kimi Antonelli’s current dominance will persist, or whether George Russell will rebound after a disappointing first half.20 Aug 2026 · 34 min · 14 chapters
Have Cadillac been too cut-throat firing their boss?Cadillac’s mid-season Formula 1 restructuring—whether firing team principal Graham Loudon was “too cut-throat,” and what it means for drivers Bottas and Perez and for the team’s multi-base, GM-engine…17 Aug 2026 · 39 min · 14 chapters
“F*** OFF!” Is Guenther Steiner coming back to F1?Gunther Steiner discusses whether he’d return to Formula 1, his career from rallying to Haas, his views on Max Verstappen, Cadillac’s struggles, and how F1’s new regulations should evolve; he also…10 Aug 2026 · 36 min · 17 chapters
DC & Mika Hakkinen reunited! Do McLaren's most iconic duo think Max Verstappen should move?Mika Häkkinen and David Coulthard reunite to discuss their Formula 3 and Formula 1 rivalry/teammate clashes, Schumacher’s fear of Häkkinen, Häkkinen’s Adelaide 1995 skull-fracture crash and comeback,…3 Aug 2026 · 34 min · 16 chapters
Mid-season report: Have new rules ruined F1? Was Kimi Antonelli the biggest shock?Mid-season review of F1—whether new rules have ruined the sport, plus the biggest shock, biggest letdown, and cruelest moment.30 Jul 2026 · 37 min · 14 chapters
Can Lando Norris still win the World Championship?Up to Speed discusses the Budapest Grand Prix and whether Lando Norris can still win the 2024 F1 World Championship.27 Jul 2026 · 34 min · 16 chapters
Why was George Russell's swearing rant censored?!Why George Russell’s team radio profanity was censored, and what it reveals about Mercedes, F1 broadcasting, and penalties/fines.23 Jul 2026 · 33 min · 3 chapters
Was Lewis Hamilton done dirty with Spa penalty after George Russell crash?Up to Speed reacts to the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa Francorchamps, focusing on Kimi Antonelli’s sixth straight win and George Russell’s first-lap heartbreak.20 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 19 chapters
Can Kimi Antonelli bring the fight back to Ferrari in Spa?The episode is a pre–Belgian Grand Prix discussion focused on Spa-Francorchamps: whether modern F1 cars (regen, deployment, possible rain) will change the character of Eau Rouge/Radillon, how…16 Jul 2026 · 35 min · 11 chapters
LIVE from Goodwood: Can Williams convince Carlos Sainz to stay?Live from Goodwood Festival of Speed, Up to Speed discusses Williams Racing’s rebuilding after a poor start to the season, the driver–team principal relationship, and how “silly season” rumors start…13 Jul 2026 · 31 min · 12 chapters
Why were we robbed of an all-time great British Grand Prix?Post-British Grand Prix fallout and debate over race control decisions, especially safety-car timing and penalties; also discusses driver contract “escape clause” speculation around Max Verstappen…9 Jul 2026 · 31 min · 13 chapters
Was Charles Leclerc gifted the British Grand Prix win after late drama?Debrief of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, focusing on Charles Leclerc’s win amid late safety-car drama, plus major talking points across Ferrari, Mercedes, Red Bull, and McLaren/Alpine.6 Jul 2026 · 32 min · 15 chapters
Can a British 18-year-old with no drivers licence win Silverstone? - Arvid Lindblad ExclusiveBritish Grand Prix week at Silverstone, explained as a BRDC-owned, fan-funded destination that reinvests revenue into track and young-driver pathways; interview focuses on Arvid Lindblad’s home-F1…2 Jul 2026 · 29 min · 18 chapters
Zak Brown: Max Verstappen to McLaren? Silverstone comeback for Lando Norris?McLaren CEO Zak Brown discusses rebuilding McLaren, fan-first culture, current F1 competitiveness, driver parity, and rumors about Max Verstappen joining McLaren; he also covers McLaren’s push into…1 Jul 2026 · 27 min · 9 chapters
Did George Russell slam Verstappen exit route shut in Austria?Up to Speed discusses the Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring, focusing on George Russell’s statement win and the Lewis–Max battle, plus rule/strategy controversies and what it means for the…29 Jun 2026 · 40 min · 13 chapters
Inside Red Bull dynasty & Why we should take Verstappen exit talk seriously? | Calum NicholasCalum Nicholas (former Red Bull mechanic) discusses Red Bull’s “dynasty” build-up, how teams use competitor benchmarking for marginal gains, and why Max Verstappen’s talk of walking away should be…25 Jun 2026 · 43 min · 21 chapters
Is Carlos Sainz right about F1 & Why Mercedes backed down over Monaco?The episode debates Carlos Sainz’s proposal for a “dream world” where drivers rotate across all F1 teams (two races each) to create a more legitimate driver-focused championship, and whether that…22 Jun 2026 · 26 min · 13 chapters