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Pitlane Life Lessons With Marc Priestley

Maximising your potential with an F1 mindset

Formula 1 is the pinnacle of motorsport. But what lessons can the elite world of F1 racing teach us to get the best out of ourselves?To live life to the max, enjoy success and thrive. Join host Marc Priestley (@f1el

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  • 8. Haas CIO Gary Foote: Has Technology & AI Made Formula 1 Too Predictable? | EP79

    01:09:14||Season 8, Ep. 8
    Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode, Marc sits down with Haas F1 Team's Chief Information Officer Gary Foote. They discuss the relationship between technology and humans in Formula 1, AI's increasing impact on organizational efficiency, and how F1 minds have been responsible for technological breakthroughs outside the space - from bobsleigh to air traffic control, bicycles to refrigeration units. We hope you enjoy the conversation.

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  • 7. The Science Behind Negative Self-Talk & How It Can Sabotage Performance | EP78

    40:19||Season 8, Ep. 7
    Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode Marc discusses the science based psychology behind negative self talk. How Lando Norris needs to be careful not to convince himself that his often disparaging comments towards himself are true.
  • 6. How Surviving A Plane Crash Changed David Coulthard's Perspective On Life & Formula 1 | EP77

    46:24||Season 8, Ep. 6
    Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode Marc welcome's former McLaren colleague, 13 time F1 race winner David Coulthard. They discuss all things motorsport, business, and reflect on the plane crash that almost claimed David's life in the year 2000. Enjoy!
  • 5. Ex-Red Bull Pit Crew Calum Nicholas Reflects On His 13 Year Career In Formula 1 | EP76

    01:05:53||Season 8, Ep. 5
    Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode Marc sits down with Ex-Red Bull Senior Engine Technician Calum Nicholas. He details his journey from Marussia to Red Bull Racing, the challenges he faced along the way, and paints the picture of an F1 paddock significantly less divided than Drive To Survive would have us believe. I hope you enjoy our conversation.
  • 4. Jennie Gow: The Inspiring Story Of Her Stroke Recovery Journey + Return To F1 Broadcasting | EP75

    01:00:05||Season 8, Ep. 4
    Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode we have a wonderful chat with Jennie Gow. Jennie has made a long and successful career for herself within the motorsport broadcasting world, from MotoGP to Formula 1. Then one day in December 2022, without warning, she suffered a sudden and severe stroke. Jennie recounts her recovery journey, and describes the determination she found within herself to not to allow this life altering condition prevent her returning to the broadcasting world. I hope you enjoy our fascinating conversation.
  • 3. "His Relationship Affected His Performance" My Experience Working With Lewis Hamilton | EP74

    48:15||Season 8, Ep. 3
    Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode we focus in on Lewis Hamilton, a driver I've worked with in the past during our time at McLaren, and seen first hand just how emotional a human being he can be.
  • 2. James Allen: The Full Story Behind "IS THAT GLOCK??" + Nigel Mansell's Untold Legacy | EP73

    57:01||Season 8, Ep. 2
    Welcome back to Season 8 of the Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast! In today's episode we have James Allen, former Formula 1 Commentator alongside Murray Walker & Martin Brundle. We discussed his famous "IS THAT GLOCK??" moment, why Nigel Mansell's brilliance is so often overlooked, and what the future holds for Formula 1.