What stopped Otmar from joining Aston Martin? Why did he really leave Alpine?In Part 2, DC and EJ get into the big decisions that shaped Otmar’s career - from building a Jordan-style culture at Alpine to understanding what makes a winning team. He opens up about leadership, Red Bull’s talent poaching, and the challenges of managing people at the highest level of motorsport.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Otmar Szafnauer, former team principal for Alpine and Aston Martin, dives into the evolving landscape of Formula 1. He questions whether modern cars' reliability is dampening race excitement. Otmar shares his journey from Romania to leading prestigious teams, revealing challenges of early racing dynamics and the intricate balance between speed and consistency. He also discusses the nuances of managing engines and how advancements in technology have shifted the sport's essence, blending humor with deep industry insights.

PR power move or shaky start for Lewis? Is EJ’s ruthless business mind all Bernie’s fault?Eddie’s back, and there’s plenty to unpack. The pair dive into Lewis’s viral PR moment, his test run crash, and why it only fuels Ferrari’s global hype train. Plus, Eddie reveals how Bernie’s influence shaped the way he ran Jordan – and still plays a role in how he does business today.Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could Scotland ever host a Grand Prix? What happened to Jackie Stewart's bold plans for a new track?In this episode, DC reveals the story behind Scotland’s failed Grand Prix dreams and why the plans never made it off the grid. Then, it’s a replay of Ralf Schumacher’s fascinating interview as he discusses team orders at the chaotic ’98 Belgian GP, life with EJ as a young driver, and lessons from his brother, Michael.Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes the perfect F1 film? Can Brad Pitt’s upcoming blockbuster take pole position?In this episode, DC kicks off with his thoughts on the greatest racing films, why Steve McQueen’s Grand Prix is still the one to beat, his man crush on Brad Pitt, and the story of his Silverstone Mission Impossible promo stunt with Tom Cruise. Then, it’s a classic replay from October ‘23 as Gerhard Berger joins DC and Eddie Jordan for a bag of laughs. The legendary Austrian driver shares tales of racing alongside Ayrton Senna, his surprising pre-race ritual, and the pranks he pulled on Eddie.Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are rookies a financial burden on their teams? What does it take to get up to speed in Formula 1? This week, DC explores the financial impact of rookies in F1 and how long they have to prove themselves next season. Plus, we revisit DC & EJ's conversation with Red Bull Racing’s Adrian Newey, who shares career highlights, personal challenges, and untold stories from the pinnacle of motorsport.Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Liam Lawson ready to challenge Max? No more VCARB? In this special FFS! episode, DC breaks down the 2025 F1 driver line-ups, with Liam Lawson replacing Checo at Red Bull and Isack Hadjar stepping into the Racing Bulls seat. Then, we revisit one of DC and Eddie Jordan’s favourite guests, Bertrand Gachot, whose road rage incident and prison stint paved the way for Michael Schumacher’s debut. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we’re sharing some 2024 highlights from our Answer The Anchors bonus series, which is (usually) exclusively available to our FFS! Club subscribers. During these regular episodes, our ‘Massive Anchors’ get the chance to ask DC and EJ anything they like about life and motorsports. In this taster, we hear the story behind the FFS! theme tune, a discussion about changing F1’s points system, and some Michael Douglas tall tales!Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special Formula For Success episode, David Coulthard handpicks his favourite Eddie Jordan stories from the archives. Brace yourself for a best-of collection filled with outrageous antics, dodgy deals, and celebrity chaos as EJ spins his tallest tales.Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DC and EJ are back one final time before Christmas to celebrate the holiday and reflect on 2024. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.