The Parc Fermé F1 Podcast

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The Parc Fermé F1 podcast. We cover Formula 1 as it happens. Race and news reviews with Todd, Paul and Grace.

  1. 5d ago

    The Week F1 Stopped Pretending | ep 996

    In this episode, Todd and Grace analyze the latest developments in Formula 1, including Verstappen's contract clauses, team orders, and Honda's engine public apology tour.  Every segment this week is someone dropping the usual diplomatic cover, Wolff admitting fear out loud, Honda admitting failure out loud, Mercedes admitting it can't win a fight it started. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Sports Overview 02:51 Diving into Formula One Controversies 05:43 The Monaco Penalty Saga Unfolds 08:27 Implications of the FIA's Decisions 11:22 Mercedes' Strategic Withdrawal 14:00 Political Maneuvering in F1 17:06 Future of the Monaco Penalty Appeal 20:42 Mercedes vs. Ferrari: The Championship Battle 32:51 Verstappen's Exit Clause: A Game Changer? 43:53 The Inertia of Success in Formula One 46:11 Honda's Public Accountability and Aston Martin's Struggles 51:06 The Impact of Budget Caps on Team Performance 54:17 The Dynamics of Snitching in Formula One 58:05 Monaco Race Highlights and Fan Engagement 01:00:19 Mark Marquez's Return and MotoGP Insights Support us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcferme Visit us here: https://theparcferme.com/ Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

    1h 9m

  2. Jun 16

    Hamilton stuns Mercedes at Spanish GP | ep 995

    Join Paul and me as we review the Spanish GP race, strategies, and team performances. Has Lewis Hamilton returned as a title contender? Did Mercedes fall asleep at the wheel? Were Mercedes playing too much "team game"? What about McLaren's lack of pace? Was Max even in this race?  Key topics: Race strategy and virtual safety car impactFerrari's race execution and Lewis Hamilton's winMercedes reliability issues and team decisionsRed Bull's performance ceiling and driver dynamicsDriver performance and team strategy conflicts  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 01:15 Le Mans 24-Hour Race Recap 06:09 Previewing the Spanish Grand Prix 09:51 Ferrari's Strategy and Performance 16:51 Lewis Hamilton's Victory and Team Dynamics 21:50 Charles Leclerc's Challenges and Team Focus 22:05 Mercedes Performance and Reliability Issues 28:20 George Russell's Race Pace and Strategy 33:50 McLaren's Unexpected Podium and Driver Dynamics 37:24 Alpine's Consistency and Development Challenges 42:57 Racing Bulls' Progress and Team Performance 43:35 Race Recovery and Strategy Insights 45:38 Unexpected Incidents and Team Performance 47:23 Midfield Challenges and Development Trajectories 49:09 Team Dynamics and Communication Issues 52:05 Aston Martin's Struggles and Future Prospects 53:53 Awards and Recognition: Move of the Race 55:57 Strategic Missteps and Team Decisions 58:08 Pizzazz and Performance: Celebrating Excellence Support us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcferme V isit us here: https://theparcferme.com/ Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

    1h 9m

  3. Jun 8

    Kimi's Monaco Masterclass | ep 994

    Join Paul and me as we dive into the Monaco Grand Prix, where Kimi Antonelli made history with his fifth consecutive win. With seven retirements and intense battles on the track, this race was anything but ordinary! We didn't speed in the Podcast pit lane either!  Chapters: 00:00 - Monaco GP kickoff: Race review and weekend highlights 02:14 - Verstappen's race dominance and young driver achievements 06:06 - McLaren's 1000th Grand Prix anniversary and season context 08:12 - Key incidents: Mercedes, Ferrari, and pit stop errors 12:43 - Ferrari brake issues and driver strategies 16:15 - Monaco's rhythm and driver adaptation challenges 20:35 - George Russell's penalties and strategic errors 25:23 - The resilience of young drivers and mid-season prospects 30:40 - Lewis Hamilton's consistent performance and podiums 33:48 - Charles Leclerc's home race brake failure and technical woes 37:12 - Brake manufacturer preferences and team choices 43:37 - Red Bull's qualifying pace versus reliability struggles 48:04 - Aston Martin and Alpine's performances amid attrition 55:33 - Incidents involving Williams and the impact of race day attrition 63:44 - The penalties and controversies over pit lane speed limits 69:46 - Race awards: Move, drive, and donkey of the race 71:07 - Preview of Barcelona GP and final thoughts Support us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcferme Visit us here: https://theparcferme.com/ Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

    1h 14m

  4. Jun 2

    Rewriting the Rules | ep 993

    In this episode, Todd and Grace delve into the latest developments in Formula One, including the potential removal of FIA presidential term limits, Monaco's race regulations for 2026, and the broader implications for the sport's governance and competition. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Topics 02:45 FIA Presidential Term Limits and Governance 10:58 Debate on Power Dynamics in FIA 22:21 Monaco Grand Prix and Technical Regulations 24:00 Regulatory Changes in Formula One 27:40 Impact of Regulations on Mercedes 30:16 Monaco's Unique Challenges 33:23 The Ongoing Battle Against Mercedes 36:38 Fracturing Power Unit Regulations 39:47 The Future of Power Units in Formula One 47:52 Regulatory Challenges in Formula One 48:49 The Future of Combustion Power in F1 49:58 Transitioning to New Technologies 51:02 Ross Brawn's New Role in MotoGP 53:38 McLaren's Historical Struggles 54:35 MotoGP Highlights and Race Analysis 57:23 Kimi Antonelli's Influence in Racing 59:48 Upcoming Changes in MotoGP 01:02:35 Critique of Race Coverage 01:04:29 Legal Battles in F1 01:05:56 Oscar Piastri's New Species 01:07:01 Weather Challenges in Racing www.theparcferme.com

    1h 15m

  5. May 25

    Russell's Heartbreak, Antonelli's Dynasty at Canadian GP | ep 992

    Join Paul and me as we review the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix including four wins, one headrest, zero McLaren points. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Canadian Grand Prix Review 02:47 Mercedes' Dominance and Intra-Team Dynamics 05:21 The Battle of the Teammates: Antonelli vs. Russell 08:21 Ferrari's Struggles: Hamilton vs. Leclerc 11:17 Red Bull's Milestone: Powertrain Progress and Podium Finish 25:54 Red Bull's Engine Program and Team Dynamics 30:18 Isaac's Performance and Potential 34:22 Alpine's Strategic Decisions and Driver Performances 38:56 Williams and Carlos Sainz's Challenges 43:15 Haas and Audi's Performance Review 49:38 Race Analysis: Audi and Cadillac Performance 52:23 Aston Martin's Struggles and Fernando Alonso's DNF 55:40 McLaren's Strategy Missteps and Race Disasters 59:27 Awards of the Race: Highlights and Lowlights 01:04:11 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Races and Team Dynamics Support us here: https://www.patreon.com/theparcferme Visit us here: https://theparcferme.com/ Buy Merch here: https://the-parc-ferme.printify.me/products

    1h 13m

  6. May 19

    Mr. Brown's War on Ownership | ep 991

    Join Grace and me as we focus on Zach Brown's letter to the FIA, ownership structures, and the geopolitical and logistical challenges of race scheduling. We explore the implications for competitive integrity, team ownership, and the future of the sport. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Topics 05:46 Zach Brown's Letter to the FIA 11:07 Implications of Team Ownership Structures 16:50 The Future of Formula One Governance 21:33 The Complex Dynamics of Team Ownership 23:45 The Future of F1 Races in the Middle East 37:31 The Engine Debate: Control and Future of F1 44:52 The Complexity of Engine Regulations 47:31 The Role of Manufacturers in Formula One 49:13 The Future of Independent Engine Suppliers 50:30 Albon's Cats and Lighthearted Moments 53:15 MotoGP Race Recap and Safety Concerns 59:27 No Shit Headlines and Controversial Topics

    1h 11m

  7. May 12

    The Sport Is Broken and Business Has Never Been Better | ep 990

    In this episode, Todd and Grace analyze the latest developments in Formula One, including race results, team upgrades, regulatory changes, and the evolving landscape of the sport's commercial and technical strategies. They explore the implications of new engine regulations, team dynamics, and the future of F1 racing.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:39 Kimi Antonelli's Historic Wins 05:39 The Bono Factor: A Competitive Advantage 08:14 Evaluating Antonelli's Potential 11:07 Ferrari's Upgrade Challenges 13:52 The Development Loop Dilemma 20:27 Development Challenges in F1 Teams 23:26 Ferrari's Struggles and Management Issues 26:16 Driver Frustrations and Team Dynamics 29:18 FIA's Engine Regulations and Future Directions 42:25 F1's Financial Growth Amidst Regulatory Changes 48:40 Navigating the Future of Power Units 52:04 Commercial Success vs. Product Satisfaction 56:11 The Role of Liberty Media in F1 Regulations 57:49 The Disconnect Between Commercial Confidence and Product Quality 01:06:23 The Ongoing Saga of GP to TP Join us here: https://theparcferme.com/

    1h 14m

  8. May 4

    History, Chaos, and a Car in the Barrier: Miami Delivers | ep 989

    Kimi Antonelli made Formula 1 history at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, becoming the first driver to convert his first three pole positions into wins, and he did it the hard way. We break down the race that had everything: McLaren's upgrade arriving in force, Red Bull's chaotic weekend of promise and self-inflicted disaster, Leclerc's stunning opening lap move followed by a wall in the final two laps, and the story most outlets missed entirely, the FIA president's announcement that F1 returns to V8 engines by 2030. History, chaos, and a car in the barrier. Miami delivered.Chapters: Introduction and Co-host Introduction0:00 - 1:28Miami Grand Prix Overview1:28 - 2:31Team Upgrades and Weather Chaos2:31 - 4:22Race Highlights and Key Moments4:22 - 12:32Driver Performances and Strategies12:32 - 21:36Team Analysis: Mercedes and McLaren21:36 - 28:41Red Bull's Mixed Weekend28:41 - 35:55Ferrari's Challenges and Insights35:55 - 46:19Other Teams' Performances46:19 - 66:12Awards and Closing Remarks66:12 - 73:19

    1h 14m
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The Parc Fermé F1 podcast. We cover Formula 1 as it happens. Race and news reviews with Todd, Paul and Grace.

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    The Parc Fermé
  • Years Active
    2007 - 2026
  • Episodes
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