Hard Compound: F1 Podcast

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Hard Compound: F1 Podcast

Hard Compound is an American take on Formula 1. Every episode, Brian (dad) and Patrick (son) analyze the race, rate the drivers, and discuss the people, money and  technology propelling this global sport, and America's impact on F1's future. Plus, we offer up our "crazy predictions" for the upcoming race. While keeping score. Join us. 

  1. 15 HR. AGO

    Episode 88. Sao Paulo Grand Prix 2024. Brothers in Arms.

    What was that? The Brazilian Grand Prix got wet and wild. But the truth was revealed. Max Verstappen is simply the best driver in Formula 1. And does not need the best car on the grid to win his 4th WDC. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound where we discuss the Sao Paulo Grand Prix and this amazing 2024 F1 season. But, wait. There's more! What else can Lando Norris can do? Why Max Verstappen is the Michael Jordan of F1. Saving Ayrton Senna. Lewis Hamilton just want...

    42 min

  2. OCT 29

    Episode 87. Mexico Grand Prix 2024. With a little help from my friends.

    Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound where we discuss the Mexico Grand Prix and this amazing 2024 F1 season. Lando Norris fighting to the last (with help from the stewards) to win his first driver's championship. Ferrari fighting to the last to win (another) Constructor's title. Fernando Alonso still fighting at 400! Great stuff. But, wait. There's more! Ferrari may not have regrets, but they should. Carlos Sainz has helped build them into a championship contender. Bringing on Lew...

    41 min

  3. OCT 22

    Episode 86. US Grand Prix 2024. Party in the U.S.A.

    Put your hands up! F1 returns to America. And with shocking results. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound. It's a party in the U.S.A. Charles Leclerc's quiet season of greatness. Lando Norris self sabotage.Why George Russell will never replace Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes. Plus our crazy prediction: Why Ferrari will replace Lewis Hamilton long before his contract is up.The one area of racing where NASCAR is better than F1. Yes, really. Kinda.All the big new money ru...

    45 min

  4. OCT 8

    Episode 85. The one mostly about Daniel Ricciardo.

    Smiles awake you when you rise, Daniel. But your time in F1 has come to an end. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and we discuss Ricciardo's contribution to Formula 1, and what he should do next. And why he was robbed of a proper send-off. But, wait. There's more. Patrick says do not get used to watching Liam Lawson. Why only Max Verstappen is holding Red Bull together. How F1 is becoming more like the NFL. And how McLaren's Zak Brown is becoming more like Jerry...

    44 min

  5. SEP 17

    Episode 84. Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2024. Baby's On Fire.

    Baku delivers. F1 2024 delivers! And we have a 2-way race to the wire for the F1 driver's championship and, amazingly, a 3-way team race for the Constructors championship. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for all the action from Baku. Oscar Piastri has that Michael Jordan attitude required to win an F1 championship. But does Lando Norris? While Max Verstappen was a non-factor in this race, the new young guns all deliver! Oscar Piastri. Oliver Bearman. Franco Colapinto.&nb...

    33 min

  6. SEP 3

    Episode 83. Monza! The 2024 Italian Grand Prix. Don't look back in anger.

    This F1 season. It continues to deliver. A stunning Charles Leclerc victory at Ferrari's home race! Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and let's discuss the race at Monza. Charles Leclerc wins his home race at Monaco and Ferrari's home race at Monza. And don't look now but Ferrari is in the hunt for the Constructor's.Oscar Piastri jeopardizes Lando's big chance. Good for him! Someone at McLaren needs that killer instinct. The "papaya rules" are dumb. You thought Renault (Al...

    39 min

  7. AUG 28

    Episode 82. Dutch Grand Prix 2024. Leave me no choice but to plot my revenge.

    The Dutch Grand Prix told us who the best drivers are and who has the best car. Even better, this was the race where Lando Norris, finally, embraced his killer instinct. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound and let's discuss what Lando has to do to win his first WDC and what Red Bull has to do to keep their Constructor's hopes alive. But, wait. There's more!Why McLaren will regret letting Oscar win earlier this season. Why Liam Lawson is still without a seat in F1. Why Max Ve...

    40 min

  8. AUG 8

    Episode 81. Belgian Grand Prix 2024. I have become comfortably numb.

    F1 2024 continues to deliver! Incredible racing, chaotic races, and for George Russell, post-race heartbreak. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for full analysis of the Belgian Grand Prix 2024. And a look toward the second half of the season. 5:00 George Russell masterclass is all for nothing. He now trails even Sergio Perez in the driver standings! 10:00 Yes, obviously Lewis Hamilton has regrets over leaving Mercedes. (And later, why Toto Wolff still smarts from Lewis's j...

    50 min
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Hard Compound is an American take on Formula 1. Every episode, Brian (dad) and Patrick (son) analyze the race, rate the drivers, and discuss the people, money and  technology propelling this global sport, and America's impact on F1's future. Plus, we offer up our "crazy predictions" for the upcoming race. While keeping score. Join us. 

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  • Creator
    Team Hard Compound
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Team Hard Compound
  • Show Website
    Hard Compound: F1 Podcast

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