Formula For Success

What track would be fun to race in reverse? Does DC still have Schumacher's helmet?This episode is an Answer The Anchors special, featuring some of the best subscriber questions from last year. EJ & DC dive into the FFS mailbag to tackle the big questions straight from the Anchors!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange

Can Lewis Hamilton recapture his old magic at Ferrari? What can we expect from 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli?Ahead of the Australian Grand Prix, DC is joined by ex-teammate and former F1 World Champion Damon Hill to preview the most anticipated F1 season in years.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange

What’s the point of track walks? What makes Race of Champions such a unique challenge for drivers?This week on FFS!, DC breaks down how drivers really learn a track - from track walks to the gear changes and setup tweaks that matter in modern F1. Then, with DC gearing up to race this week, he sits down with Fredrik Johnsson, president and owner of Race of Champions, to chat about its history, what to expect this year, and some standout moments from past events.Get your Race of Champions tickets: https://www.raceofchampions.com/Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange

What do we know so far about the new cars? Will Ferrari’s bets pay off in 2025?Rob Smedley joins the show for the third time alongside DC to break down pre-season testing and why Ferrari aren’t waiting for 2026. He talks about big changes in the car and drivers for next season before sharing updates on his FAT Karting league and its role in shaping future talent.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange

What stopped Otmar from joining Aston Martin? Why did he really leave Alpine?In Part 2, DC and EJ get into the big decisions that shaped Otmar’s career - from building a Jordan-style culture at Alpine to understanding what makes a winning team. He opens up about leadership, Red Bull’s talent poaching, and the challenges of managing people at the highest level of motorsport.Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange

Are modern F1 cars too reliable to keep races unpredictable? And what does it take to become a team principal?DC and EJ sit down with former Alpine and Aston Martin boss Otmar Szafnauer to hear how he climbed the ranks to lead multiple F1 teams. From his early days in the sport to the high-stakes decisions at the top, Otmar shares insider stories and whether bulletproof reliability has made racing less exciting.If you want to hear Part 2 of this interview NOW, you can join the FFS! Club and also get ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more!Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing ffs@whisper.tv and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.Produced by WhisperExecutive Production by Whisper & New StrangeRecorded & Edited by New Strange