Turn 1: A Formula One Podcast

Is Oscar Piastri The FOX?

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2122405/open_sms] Oscar Piastri leads the 2025 F1 Drivers’ Championship — but how did we get here? In this episode, Turn 1 unpacks the unexpected rise of McLaren’s young star, why Max Verstappen and Lando Norris are stuck in a title tug-of-war, and how Oscar might be slipping away with the crown. Is he the true fox in this year’s tortoise-and-hare story? We break down the team dynamics, McLaren’s strategy, and why Piastri might just be their future franchise driver. 👉 Do YOU think Oscar Piastri is the 2025 World Champion in the making? Timestamps: 00:00:00 - The Tortoise, The Hare, & The FOX 00:02:30 - McLaren's Strategy Woes 00:05:48 - Oscar's Championship Resume 00:07:16 - Will Lando Leave McLaren if Oscar Wins? 00:09:45 - When does a Piastri Title Run get serious? 00:12:32 - Predicting Win Totals 00:15:25 - When does McLaren pick a front-runner? #f12025 #oscarpiastri #mclaren #maxverstappen #landonorris #formula1 #motorsport  https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast [https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast] Streaming on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Amazon Music

Snoozefest at Suzuka? The Real Battle Is Max vs McLaren

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2122405/open_sms] The 2025 Japanese Grand Prix was... kind of a snoozer. But hidden beneath the yawns was a fiery championship brewing between McLaren and Max Verstappen. In this episode, we break down why Japan left us underwhelmed, how McLaren is pulling away in the constructors, and why the drivers' title fight is closer than anyone expected. With just one point separating Max and Lando, are we headed for an epic showdown? Plus, what's going on with Ferrari and the rest of the midfield — still no podiums?! Let us know: are you Team Max or Team McLaren? Timestamps 00:00 – We Owe Checo an Apology 01:10 – Why McLaren Is Still Worried About Max 02:22 – Pit Lane Mayhem at Suzuka 03:40 – McLaren’s Strategy Misfire in Japan 05:00 – Does Lando Need to Step Up? 09:14 – Red Bull’s Final Home Race with Honda 10:38 – Looking Ahead to Bahrain 2025 12:30 – Let’s Be Honest... Japan Was a Snoozer 14:55 – Can Lewis & Ferrari Actually Work? 18:00 – Red Bull vs McLaren: Is Oscar the X-Factor? #f1  #Japanesegp #maxverstappen  #landonorris  #mclarenf1  #redbullracing  #f125  #formula1  #motorsport  #oscarpiastri  #ferrarif1 https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast [https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast] Streaming on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Amazon Music

Yuki Tsunoda’s Big Break: Can He Deliver for Red Bull in Japan?

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2122405/open_sms] Red Bull just made a massive driver move ahead of the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix, promoting Yuki Tsunoda to the top team and sending Liam Lawson to Racing Bulls. Was this the right call, or did Red Bull jump the gun on Lawson? In this episode, we break down the shocking mid-season shuffle and what it means for Red Bull’s championship battle. With Ferrari struggling, Red Bull is unexpectedly closing in on Mercedes, and McLaren still leading the charge. Will Yuki’s promotion help Red Bull climb even higher, or is this a risky move that could backfire? We also discuss how the timing—right before Yuki’s home race in Suzuka—could be both a brilliant marketing move and a high-pressure test for the Japanese driver. Let us know in the comments: Did Red Bull make the right call? Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Red Bull's Major Change 00:01:20 - Was Liam The Right Move? 00:04:38 - Yuki Is Confident 00:09:50 - Disaster at Ferrari, Can Yuki Capitalize 00:13:32 - Does Yuki Help Red Bull's Championship Chase 00:16:42 - Should McLaren Let Their Drivers Battle? 00:21:29 - Previewing The Japanese Grand Prix 00:23:56 - Kimi Antonelli On Lewis Hamilton Path 00:26:37 - Why do teams drop off and others excel? 00:28:45 - Japan Predictions #f1 #formula1 #yukitsunoda #yuki #redbullracing #japanesegp #suzuka #motorsport  https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast [https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast] Streaming on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Amazon Music

Who were the WINNERS & LOSERS of the 2025 Australian Grand Prix?

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2122405/open_sms] The 2025 Australian Grand Prix is in the books, and in this recap we’re breaking down the biggest WINNERS and LOSERS from the season opener! From standout performances to absolute disasters, who made the cut and do you agree? Did McLaren’s MCL39 live up to the hype? Was Alex Albon’s incredible points finish enough to land him on the winners’ list? And what about the chaos—DNFs, a DNS, and the unpredictable rain shaking up the race? Turn 1 gives you the DEFINITIVE breakdown of who came out on top and who’s leaving Australia with serious questions. Do you agree with our picks? Let us know in the comments! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:34 - Winners 00:04:30 - Losers 00:10:45 - Rain & Chaos 00:14:58 - What did we learn? #F1 #Formula1 #AustralianGP #ausgp #F12025 #McLaren #landonorris #maxverstappen #redbull #chinesegp https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast [https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast] Streaming on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Amazon Music

We Were WRONG! Updating Our 2025 F1 Predictions

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2122405/open_sms] With the 2025 F1 season starting soon, we’re taking one last look at our WAY TOO EARLY predictions and making some much-needed revisions. In this episode, we unveil our updated Constructors' Championship rankings and Top 10 Driver predictions, comparing them to our original lists from months ago. What changed? Who did we overrate? Who did we completely miss the first time? We break down how teams have looked in testing, which drivers have momentum heading into the season, and which bold predictions we’re sticking with. Will McLaren stay on top? Can Ferrari’s new lineup deliver? Is Red Bull still a title contender? We answer it all and give our FINAL 2025 predictions before lights out in Australia! Let us know in the comments: Who do YOU think will win the Constructors' and Drivers' Championships this year? Original WAY TOO EARLY 2025 F1 Predictions: https://youtu.be/RcHxRelw3TM?feature=shared Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:30 - Driver Predictions - Thomas 00:04:10 - Driver Predictions - Jeremiah 00:06:45 - Debating The Updates 00:12:17 - Constructor Predictions - Jeremiah 00:14:20 - Constructor Predictions - Thomas 00:16:40 - Constructors Talk #F1 #Formula1 #F12025 #F1Predictions #Motorsport #AUSGP https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast [https://linktr.ee/trn1podcast] Streaming on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Amazon Music