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From the Paddock is your go-to Formula 1 podcast for everything happening on and off the grid. Hop in with Alex and Lydia as they cover analysis of race weekends, breaking news, alongside discussions on driver performances, team strategies, and championship storylines. Beyond the racing, Alex and Lydia dive into the culture of F1 to cover driver lifestyles, paddock dynamics, and the moments that keep fans talking between races. With a mix of insight, humor, and honest opinions, From the Paddock keeps you fully up to speed with the world of motorsport. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Formula 1, this is your inside line to the circuit.
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Signup to Generate a PitchFrom the Paddock is your go-to Formula 1 podcast for everything happening on and off the grid. Hop in with Alex and Lydia as they cover analysis of race weekends, breaking news, alongside discussions on driver performances, team strategies, and championship storylines.
From the Paddock is hosted by Newsweek. The show has published 39 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "The Software Bug That Stopped Half the F1 Grid: Explained" (6 October 2026, 26 minutes), "F1’s Next Engine Layout Confirmed, And Push to Pass Is Coming Too" (29 September 2026, 30 minutes), and "Christian Horner Calls Ferrari ‘The Dream’ As F1 Return Rumors Grow" (25 September 2026, 34 minutes).
From the Paddock publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 39 episodes.
Booking probability for From the Paddock is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. From the Paddock requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. From the Paddock's contact route on record: verified email.
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Newsweek hosts From the Paddock, a news podcast with 39 episodes published.
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Episode #43
Alex Harrington and Lydia Mee break down the chaotic wet-weather start at Sepang that overshadowed the opening laps of the Bahrain Grand Prix after a software bug left multiple cars struggling for power. The pair also...
Episode #41
F1 has plenty to talk about after a dramatic weekend in Baku. Franco Colapinto was involved in a costly safety car restart incident that took out Alpine teammate Pierre Gasly and Lando Norris, with Alpine issuing...
Episode #40
Alex Harrington and Lydia Mee discuss Christian Horner's claim that Ferrari would be his Formula 1 "dream" destination if he returned to the paddock. They also break down Lewis Hamilton's Baku safety concerns and...
Episode #39
Alex Hamilton and Lydia Mee break down Formula 1's newly announced 2027 calendar, including Monaco's first-ever sprint race, Bahrain replacing Australia as the season opener, and the expansion of sprint weekends from...
Episode #38
Madrid’s first Formula 1 Grand Prix was billed as a major new chapter for the sport — but did it live up to the hype? In this episode of From the Paddock, Alex and Lydia break down everything that went wrong, from fan...
Episode #32
Kimi Antonelli stunned the Monza crowd with a victory from 19th on the grid, raising new questions about Mercedes' driver hierarchy and championship strategy. Alex and Lydia also break down Lewis Hamilton's frustration...
Episode #31
Lewis Hamilton stole the spotlight ahead of the Italian Grand Prix by arriving at Monza in his restored Ferrari F40. Alex Harrington and Lydia Mee discuss the remarkable story behind the legendary car, break down the...
Episode #30
Lewis Hamilton could be set for a new Ferrari contract, with reports suggesting an announcement is coming before Monza. Alex and Lydia discuss what it means for Hamilton's future, break down Lando Norris' new McLaren...
Episode #29
Dr. Kristen Holmes, Whoop’s Head of Human Performance, joins “From the Paddock” to talk optimizing drivers’ capability and how the fitness company collaborates with Ferrari to build “bulletproof” competitors. See...
Episode #28
In this episode of From the Paddock, Alex and Lydia walk through Max Verstappen's dramatic lap-one crash. The duo discuss Lando's back-to-back wins and the contrast in team orders between Mercedes and Ferrari. See...
Episode #27
Max Verstappen is staying at Red Bull until 2030, and the reported numbers are staggering. Alex and Lydia discuss the eye-watering contract, the presentation that convinced Verstappen to stay, and how his decision...
Episode #26
Reports suggest Carlos Sainz has turned down a Williams contract extension, potentially opening the door to future opportunities elsewhere on the grid. Plus, Alex and Lydia discuss concerns over Madrid's new F1 circuit...
Episode #25
Cadillac can't stay out of the headlines. Alex and Lydia dive into the team's surprise decision to replace Graeme Lowdon with Marcin Budkowski after just half a season, and discuss why the move has raised so many...
Episode #24
Lewis Hamilton's trading card empire. Oliver Bearman's Monaco bike café. Jody Scheckter's 2,500-acre organic farm. Nelson Piquet's logistics tech company. David Coulthard's £90 million media business. Alex and Lydia...
Episode #23
In this episode of From the Paddock, Alex and Lydia break down three of the biggest stories in Formula 1. Despite reportedly signing a deal with Cadillac, Sergio Perez's management has apparently held preliminary talks...
Episode #22
Oliver Bearman has finally responded to the Aston Martin rumors, and his message couldn't be much clearer: Ferrari is still the dream. Alex and Lydia discuss Bearman's future, whether Aston Martin could tempt top...
Episode #21
Max Verstappen and Toto Wolff are making headlines once again after being spotted together in Sardinia, and Alex and Lydia unpack what the timing could mean for Verstappen’s future at Red Bull. The pair then turns to...
Episode #20
Ferrari looked like the fastest team in Hungary on Friday, but by race day everything unraveled. Alex and Lydia get into Ralf Schumacher’s harsh post‑race comments and whether he’s right, including if Ferrari...
Episode #19
Could Formula 1 be heading back to Malaysia? Alex and Lydia examine why Sepang has become the frontrunner to return to the calendar after the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian races were canceled. They also unpack Mercedes'...
Episode #18
In this episode of From the Paddock, Max Verstappen refuses to commit his future to Red Bull ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix and his manager has finally offered some insight into the situation. Alex and Lydia also break...
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Vice President of Performance Science, Principal Scientist at WHOOP, Shoreside Therapies
Chief Operating Officer, Warren Centre
former professional race car driver, Venturi Formula E Team
F1 ACADEMY champion, Mercedes Development Driver, Mercedes
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