Episode Summary:

Welcome to another episode of Let's Torque! Host Shaun "Sporty Spice" Polidano and co-host Aaron "Ginger Spice" Best kick off the show with lively banter, welcoming back guest Jodie (AKA Scary Spice), a favourite British expat and Lewis Hamilton fan. There is nothing more British than the Spice Girls, our theme for this week's episode.

Race Summary:

The episode dives into the 2024 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, highlighting the performance of young drivers from Formula Two and discussing the differences between Formula One and Formula Two. The hosts cover the entire race weekend, from practice sessions to the grand prix, emphasizing the track's standout performances, strategic decisions, and critical incidents.

Open Discussion:

The discussion covers various teams and drivers:

• Red Bull: Focus on Perez's early exit and Verstappen's strategic success.
• Mercedes: Celebrates Hamilton's emotional victory.
• Ferrari: Discusses Ferrari's struggle and potential for recovery.
• McLaren: Examines the team's strategic decisions and Norris's emotional state.
• Other Teams: Insights on performances from Aston Martin, Haas, Williams, Sauber, and Alpine.
• Special Mentions: We quickly mention the camping fans, the 'F1' movie teaser, and expectations for Oliver Bearman with Haas in 2025.

Tops And Bottoms:

• Top Moments: Celebrating Hamilton's win and iconic national anthem performance by Hannah Waddingham.
• Bottom Moments: Critiquing Ferrari and McLaren's inconsistent strategies and discussing Helmut Marko's controversial presence.

Closing:

The hosts wrap up by discussing the end of the triple-header and the upcoming break before the next race. They reflect on the season's developments and look forward to the 2024 F1 season.

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Let’s Torque is hosted, produced and edited by Shaun Polidano and Aaron Best. Our show is an entertainment podcast, and the views expressed by the hosts and guests are meant for entertainment purposes only.

Let’s Torque is recorded in Prahran in Naarm/Melbourne, we would like to acknowledge the Bunurong people of the East Kulin nation, the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to aboriginal elders, past present and emerging.

Episode Summary:

Welcome to another episode of Let's Torque!

This week, Shaun "Maria" Polidano and Aaron von Trapp guide you through the high-altitude thrills of the 2024 Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring. Joined by a new guest, Joe, a seasoned F1 traveller and digital guru, this episode dives deep into a weekend filled with speed, strategy, and drama.

Episode Timeline:

Opening
Introductions and a fun homage to "The Sound of Music" set the stage for an exciting discussion on the Austrian Grand Prix.

Guest Introduction
We welcome Joe to the Let's Torque garage of Joe Romeo from Aperitif Agency. We chat about his love for motorsport and digital marketing, setting up insights from his professional and personal experiences with Formula One.

Weekend Summary
An overview of the sprint weekend format, including practice, qualifying, and the race, emphasizing the teams' strategic challenges and setup choices. The hosts take you through the critical moments during the practice sessions, sprint qualifying, and race events.

Open Discussion
Shaun, Aaron, and Joe analyse the race’s pivotal moments, including strategic decisions, driver performances, and notable on-track battles.

Tops and Bottoms
Aaron, Shaun, and Joe shared their high points and low points from the weekend, providing personal insights into what impressed and disappointed them at the Red Bull Ring.

Closing
Reflections on the race and thoughts on upcoming events in the F1 calendar.

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That's all from us this week. We'll see you next time on Let's Torque!

Let’s Torque is hosted, produced and edited by Shaun Polidano and Aaron Best. Our show is an entertainment podcast, and the views expressed by the hosts and guests are meant for entertainment purposes only.

Let’s Torque is recorded in Prahran in Naarm/Melbourne, we would like to acknowledge the Bunurong people of the East Kulin nation, the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to aboriginal elders, past present and emerging.

Episode Summary:

Welcome back to Let's Torque!

This week, Shaun "Slomo" Polidano and Aaron "Zorra" Best take you through the whirlwind of the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona. In true Let's Torque fashion, expect Eurovision flair mixed with intense F1 action as the hosts dissect a thrilling race.

Episode Timeline:

Opening
Shaun and Aaron introduce the episode with their usual gay wit, tying in Spanish Eurovision history to set a festive tone for discussing the Spanish Grand Prix.

Race Summary
Explanation of the importance and activities during the practice sessions and why they're crucial for teams and drivers.

Weekend Highlights

• Discussion on the significance of Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for testing new upgrades.
• Recap of Free Practice outcomes and incidents.
• Qualifying drama and results, emphasising the surprising performances and disappointments.
• Detailed analysis of the race day strategies, key overtakes, and pivotal moments that defined the Grand Prix outcome.

Open Discussion
Deep dive into specific teams and drivers' performances:

• Red Bull's strategy and Verstappen's skill overcoming practice issues.
• Mercedes' strong showing and the implications for their season.
• Ferrari's struggles and their tactical decisions during the race.
• McLaren's competitiveness and Norris's pursuit of Verstappen.

Broader impact of the race results on the championship standings and team dynamics.

Tops and Bottoms
Shaun and Aaron shared their highlights and lowlights from the weekend, which included standout driver performances and team strategy mishaps.

Closing
Reflections on the race and a look ahead to the upcoming Grand Prix in the triple-header series.

Don't forget to subscribe to Let's Torque wherever you get your favourite podcasts, and give us a rating while you're there.

Plus! For additional bonus content, find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.

That's all from us this week. We'll see you next time on Let's Torque!

Let’s Torque is hosted, produced and edited by Shaun Polidano and Aaron Best. Our show is an entertainment podcast, and the views expressed by the hosts and guests are meant for entertainment purposes only.

Let’s Torque is recorded in Prahran in Naarm/Melbourne, we would like to acknowledge the Bunurong people of the East Kulin nation, the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to aboriginal elders, past present and emerging.