Formula For Success

Former F1 driver David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan discuss the race weekend preparations of F1 drivers. Topics include the impact of media day, balancing sponsor commitments, and the highs and lows of race weekends. Plus, insights on trophy ownership traditions and fan interactions.

How did Sylvester Stallone & Heidi Klum end up in DC’s car? Which deal saved Eddie from bankruptcy? What’s the future for F1 & Formula E in South Africa? EJ & DC are looking back on their recent birthdays this week and have invited an old friend to join them. Sports marketing exec Iain Banner managed Rothmans sponsorship of the Williams F1 team in the 1990s. He went on to co-found the Laureus World Sports Awards and was integral in bringing Formula E to Cape Town last year. He shares his stories of working with Nelson Mandela and why he doesn’t think it’s the right time for F1 to return to South Africa.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and following the show on Instagram, Twitter 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 current controversies surrounding F1 damaging the sport? What did Carlos Sainz Sr. say to EJ after his son’s victory in Melbourne? Which team could have an all-Spanish driver line-up next year? This week, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan look back on the drama from an eventful Australian Grand Prix. Plus, EJ has an idea how to fix ‘shambolic’ sprint races.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How was the iconic Jordan 191 created? What's it like working for Bernie Ecclestone and Eddie Jordan? Why have Mercedes stopped being able to produce a race winning car?Former Jordan technical director Gary Anderson joins DC and EJ on FFS this week. Plus Eddie reveals an unfortunate side effect from working in the stressful world of F1.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and following the show on Instagram, Twitter 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, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan break down the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix. EJ raves about Ferrari's Oliver Bearman's impressive F1 debut in Saudi Arabia, claiming the sport has a new megastar, while DC thinks Alpine need to get their act together quickly.  Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former F1 engineer Rob Smedley discusses his time with Felipe Massa at Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton's potential move to Ferrari, and the importance of strong relationships between engineers and drivers in Formula 1.

DC and EJ's excitement for the season builds as they weigh up the new Red Bull car design, why engineers don't get paid like drivers, and what Lewis's departure means for George at Mercedes. Plus, Eddie makes a bold prediction about a possible future for Andretti in F1.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dive into an episode brimming with wit, wisdom, and a dash of rivalry as David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan are joined by P1's Matt and Tommy. Together, they dissect the upcoming F1 season, sharing laughs, bold predictions, and inside stories. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and following the show on Instagram, Twitter 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, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan talk about F1 having no rookies on the grid for the 2024 season. EJ calls out the 10 F1 teams for not investing in rookie drivers for the new season, while DC thinks the F1's decision to deny Andretti's application will have a negative impact on the sport.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and following the show on Instagram, Twitter 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, David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan talk about seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton’s massive decision to leave Mercedes for Ferrari in 2025. EJ claims Hamilton regularly spoke with Ferrari last season, while DC thinks his future Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc will provide more competition than his current Mercedes teammate George Russell.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and following the show on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.