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Up To Speed

Up To Speed

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Step inside sport’s greatest soap opera, Formula One. Hosted by Drive to Survive star Will Buxton, racing driver-turned-broadcaster Naomi Schiff, 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard, and F1 presenter and content creator Jolie Sharpe. Expect razor-sharp reaction, behind-the-scenes insight, blockbuster interviews and answers to the questions you’ve always wanted to ask! With their deep knowledge, expert analysis and infectious love for racing, Will, Naomi, DC & Jolie dive into the stories that matter - on and off the track. It’s fast-paced, unfiltered and full of the gossip that keeps the paddock buzzing. They’ll react to the weekend's race drama every Monday. On Thursday they’ll deep dive into the biggest stories of the week. Watch and listen on Global Player, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.comCopyright 2026 Global Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Why would anyone want to be Aston Martin's new boss right now?
    Mar 26 2026

    We're only a few races into the season and the F1 team bosses are already playing musical chairs! Our WhatsApp chat was popping off when F1's best ever car designer, Adrian Newey, stepped down as Aston Martin team principle, then Audi team principle Jonathan Wheatley suddenly left the team.

    Would a man like Wheatley fit in at Aston Martin under Laurence Stroll? Why would anyone want to take that job with drivers complaining of nerve damage? And was Christian Horner ever an option or should we stop talking about him?

    Plus we react to viral videos of Max Verstappen racing in GT3 at the Nordschleife, and we share our best F1 memory thanks to a question from actor Danny Dyer.

    Up To Speed is a Global Studios production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    Send in your questions!

    Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

    Email: uptospeed@global.com

    Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

    Producer: Sophie Penney

    Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

    Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    37 mins
  • Q&A: Is Japan made for Lewis Hamilton?
    Mar 23 2026

    It's the Japanese Grand Prix this weekend so we're answering all your questions!

    Will Oscar Piastri finally race? Does Japan suit Ferrari better than leaders Mercedes? Who will spring the biggest surprise? And... could Kim Kardashian make an appearance?

    Up To Speed is a Global Studios production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    Send in your questions!

    Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

    Email: uptospeed@global.com

    Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

    Producer: Sophie Penney

    Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

    Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    33 mins
  • Where's F1's back-up plan for Bahrain and Saudi?
    Mar 19 2026

    Now the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix are cancelled because of the war in the Middle East, we've been getting lots of questions: Why was there no back-up plan to replace the races? Who does the five-week break benefit? What will the drivers get up to?

    Plus, we've all seen the viral photo of the Mercedes reunion on Toto Wolff's plane back from China, so DC lifts the curtain on F1's private jets. And Naomi breaks into song after a question from pop star Niall Horan.

    Up To Speed is a Global Studios production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    Send in your questions!

    Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

    Email: uptospeed@global.com

    Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

    Producer: Sophie Penney

    Video Content Producer: Steve Jump

    Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    30 mins
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