Graham Hill: podcast appearances and interviews

Norman Graham Hill was a British racing driver, rower, and motorsport executive who competed in Formula One from 1958 to 1975. He won two Formula One World Drivers' Championship titles and held the record for most podium finishes at the time of his retirement. Hill achieved 14 Grand Prix victories across 18 seasons and was known for his success in American open-wheel racing, including winning the Indianapolis 500 in 1966. He also won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1972 with Matra, making him the first, and as of 2026, the only driver to complete the Triple Crown of Motorsport. Born and raised in London, Hill studied engineering before completing national service in the Royal Navy. He was involved in rowing as a member of the London Rowing Club, where he competed in numerous finals and stroked the London crew in the Grand Challenge Cup. Hill made his racing debut in Formula Three at age 25 and initially joined Lotus as a mechanic before becoming a racing driver. He debuted in Formula One at the 1958 Monaco Grand Prix and later raced for teams such as BRM, Lotus, and Brabham, achieving multiple race wins and championships. Hill contributed to the development of the Lotus 49 and achieved notable victories and titles, including a victory in the 1968 season that culminated in his winning the Drivers' Championship. He also competed in other motorsport events including the British Saloon Car Championship, Tasman Series, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Hill's career was cut short when he died in a plane crash in 1975, leaving a legacy marked by his championship successes, versatility, and pioneering achievements in motorsport.