F1: Beyond The Grid

Bernie Collins, a Grand Prix-winning Formula 1 strategist, discusses strategy preparation, on-track reactions, risk balance, and working with Perez, Vettel, and Button. She recalls her debut, the pressure of leading teams, and the impact of math and physics on her career. Topics also include pitwall responsibilities, tire strategy, challenges in F1 strategy, analyzing mistakes, evolution of the strategy group, diverse roles in F1, and gender diversity in the sport.

Franz Tost, the second longest-serving Team Principal in Formula 1, discusses his challenging relationship with Red Bull Racing, their memorable Grand Prix wins at Monza, and launching the careers of World Champions Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen. He also reveals the drivers who have impressed him the most and his five stages of development for rookies.

Mario Andretti, legendary racing driver, reflects on the intense emotions of the 1978 Formula One season, from preparing for racing in Europe to winning the championship at Monza. He shares memories of battling brake problems and the tragic death of his teammate. Mario also discusses the current F1 drivers who impress him and recalls F1's previous races in Las Vegas.

Pierre Gasly, Formula One driver reflects on losing his seat at Red Bull, the passing of his close friend Anthoine Hubert, and the day he became a Grand Prix winner. He discusses his first season with Alpine, his relationship with teammate Esteban Ocon, and his targets for 2024. Pierre also talks about having dinner with all the drivers for Sebastian Vettel's retirement in Abu Dhabi.

So much has happened since this week's F1 Beyond The Grid guest last sat down with Tom Clarkson for an in-depth interview. Get a preview of the episode here and listen to the full-length conversation on Wednesday 8th November. Know someone who'd love to listen to this? Use the share button and #F1BeyondTheGrid to tell them about it. For race previews and reviews listen to F1 Nation. To hear F1 experts answer your questions about the sport, check out F1 Explains.

This episode of F1 Beyond The Grid is brought to you by Salesforce, the Global Partner of Formula 1®. Visit Salesforce.com/F1 to learn more about how Formula 1 wows fans and grows its global fanbase with Salesforce. With no World Championship points from 28 Grand Prix starts, it’s fair to say Enrique Bernoldi’s Formula 1 career took a very different path to Fernando Alonso, Kimi Räikkönen and Juan Pablo Montoya – his fellow rookies in 2001. But the Brazilian still grabbed plenty of headlines during his brief stint in the fast lane with Arrows. Hear why Enrique was at the centre of a decision that changed the course of Red Bull’s F1 existence, and the gripping tale of his heated encounter with Ron Dennis at the Monaco Grand Prix in 2001. Plus, Bernoldi tells Tom Clarkson why he didn’t succeed in F1, what led to his fallout with teammate Jos Verstappen, and much more. Follow, rate and review F1 Beyond The Grid and share this episode using #F1BeyondTheGrid. Related Episodes Heinz-Harald Frentzen, one of Enrique’s teammates at Arrows 

Liam Lawson, a Formula 1 driver, talks about his debut and determination to return to F1. He discusses his Red Bull origins, emotions during his debut, challenges faced, and hopes for the future. The podcast also mentions sponsors Indeed and High V Perks, offers an exclusive McLaren tour, and talks about Lawson's early racing experiences.

This week's guest on F1 Beyond The Grid reflects on a surprising debut and expresses hunger for a full-time seat in the future.

Andrea Stella, McLaren Team Principal, discusses the team's turnaround in form, the culture he's creating at McLaren, and his experience with Michael Schumacher at Ferrari. He also highlights Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri's strengths, gives insights into the Papaya outfit in 2024, and much more.

Former Red Bull F1 driver, Vitantonio Liuzzi, talks about Red Bull's party reputation, politics within the team, his sour exit from Toro Rosso, and missed opportunities to finish on the podium. He also relives his famous victory over Michael Schumacher in the Karting World Championship finals.