
Formula For Success
Formula 1 royalty David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan share their forthright opinions on life inside and outside the paddock. Join every week for a unique take on sport, business, media and motor sport with DC and EJ shooting straight from the hip. Full of insight, analysis and life lessons with two of sport’s great storytellers, and plenty of special guests along the way.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Mar 28, 2025 • 50min
For Eddie
David Coulthard is joined by Mark Webber to remember the extraordinary life of Eddie Jordan, who died last week aged 76.EJ's friends and former colleagues also share their favourite memories of the incomparable Irishman. They include Christian Horner, Vogue Williams, Mike Rutherford, Chris Harris and Rubens Barrichello.Eddie Jordan 1948-2025Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 20, 2025 • 25min
Worst Wheel-to-Wheel Racer on the Grid?
What track would be fun to race in reverse? Does DC still have Schumacher's helmet?This episode is an Answer The Anchors special, featuring some of the best subscriber questions from last year. EJ & DC dive into the FFS mailbag to tackle the big questions straight from the Anchors!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.

Mar 13, 2025 • 39min
A dream start for Lewis? | F1 Season Preview with Damon Hill
Can Lewis Hamilton recapture his old magic at Ferrari? What can we expect from 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli?Ahead of the Australian Grand Prix, DC is joined by ex-teammate and former F1 World Champion Damon Hill to preview the most anticipated F1 season in years.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.

Mar 5, 2025 • 31min
Race of Champions Special!
What’s the point of track walks? What makes Race of Champions such a unique challenge for drivers?This week on FFS!, DC breaks down how drivers really learn a track - from track walks to the gear changes and setup tweaks that matter in modern F1. Then, with DC gearing up to race this week, he sits down with Fredrik Johnsson, president and owner of Race of Champions, to chat about its history, what to expect this year, and some standout moments from past events.Get your Race of Champions tickets: https://www.raceofchampions.com/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.

Feb 27, 2025 • 34min
Pre-Season Testing & Are Ferrari All In for the 2025 Season?
What do we know so far about the new cars? Will Ferrari’s bets pay off in 2025?Rob Smedley joins the show for the third time alongside DC to break down pre-season testing and why Ferrari aren’t waiting for 2026. He talks about big changes in the car and drivers for next season before sharing updates on his FAT Karting league and its role in shaping future talent.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.

Feb 20, 2025 • 19min
Otmar Szafnauer: Culture Clash At Alpine (Part 2)
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.

Feb 13, 2025 • 21min
Otmar Szafnauer: Cars Too Reliable For Exciting Races? (Part 1)
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.

Feb 6, 2025 • 21min
EDDIE IS BACK! Lewis Crash & Bernie's Life Lessons
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.

Jan 30, 2025 • 44min
Doomed Scottish Grand Prix Plans & Schumacher Rewind
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.

Jan 23, 2025 • 46min
Berger Rewind, Brad Pitt & the Greatest F1 Film Ever
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.
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