

The Intercooler
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel
The Intercooler podcast covers all things cars, driving and motorsport, plus the latest car news. Hosted by Ti co-founders Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel. Find The Intercooler at www.the-intercooler.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 7, 2022 • 1h 5min
It's a century! To celebrate episode 100 we answer your questions #100
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel mark the 100th episode of The Intercooler podcast by answering your questions. Our weird car crushes, Le Mans tips for first timers, how to be a car enthusiast and an environmentalist at once, plus our dream road trips. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 2022 • 50min
Reinventing the car (badly) – joysticks, turbine power and three wheels #99
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about the automotive industry's weird and wonderful attempts to reinvent the car, including rotary engines, range extenders and run-flat tyres. These are the technological innovations that never quite caught on. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 2022 • 49min
Turned up to 11 – the wonderful world of car tuning #98
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel explain how independent tuning companies are able to improve on the engineering work done by vast car manufacturers, and discuss some of their favourite tuned cars. This episode also includes an extract of Ti's interview with former Nissan motorsport boss Darren Cox. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 2022 • 46min
The devil is in the detail #97
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about seating position, pedal spacing, dials and all the other minor things that actually make a huge difference to the driving experience. They also talk about the seemingly insignificant things car engineers must do that might actually avert a catastrophe. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 7, 2022 • 41min
From India to F1 – an interview with Karun Chandhok #96
Dan Prosser talks to Ti contributor Karun Chandhok, only the second Indian Formula 1 driver and the first to race at Le Mans. Chandhok explains what it's like to come to the UK as a young racer, why he never got the chance to prove himself in F1 and what it's like to be part of Sky F1's world-beating punditry team. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 2022 • 54min
Gordon Murray – the greatest car engineer of all time? #95
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel delve into the remarkable career of Gordon Murray, from racing homemade cars in South Africa to designing iconic hypercars. They discuss Murray's minimalist approach to car design, his influence from Colin Chapman, and his innovative engineering concepts. The chapter also explores Murray's early years, groundbreaking designs at Brabham, controversies in car design, and his upcoming release of the all-electric T75 car.

Jan 25, 2022 • 40min
How to drive your dream car without breaking the bank #94
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel on how to drive beyond your means. Choose carefully and do your research, and you could be driving a Porsche 911 on a VW Golf budget. They also discuss Sébastien Loeb's record-breaking victory on last weekend's Rallye Monte Carlo. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 13, 2022 • 49min
Crashes and the law – when motoring journalism goes wrong #93
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel take you behind the scenes of car journalism, revealing what happens when it all goes horribly wrong. There are crashes, run-ins with the police and more. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 10, 2022 • 45min
How the Land Rover stayed in production for almost 70 years #92
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about the original Land Rover, which arrived in 1948 and become an automotive icon. From the Series cars to the late-model Defender, this is the story of one of the most recognisable vehicles ever built. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 4, 2022 • 45min
The origins (and future) of sports car racing #91
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about endurance racing and Le Mans. Is it the most heroic form of circuit racing? Are we nearing a new golden age of long distance motorsport? Who are the greatest sports car drivers ever? With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


