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June 03 Inside Formula E’s Plan to Change Racing Forever | S04E04
Formula E is entering a new era, and we wanted to understand what is really happening behind the scenes.

For this Track Limits documentary, we flew out to Mexico City for the Formula E season opener to get an inside look at the championship, the people building it, and the future they are trying to create for motorsport. Across the weekend, we sat down with Formula E leadership, FIA representatives, drivers, and team personnel to explore how the series is growing, how the racing works, why Mexico City matters, and what makes Formula E different from every other championship on the grid.

This episode goes beyond the race itself. It is about the vision behind Formula E, from fan experience and global expansion to sustainability, innovation, Gen4 technology, and the challenge of building a modern motorsport property from the ground up.

Featuring conversations with Jeff Dodds, Ellie Norman, Alberto Longo, Julia Pallé, Pablo Martino, and more, this documentary gives fans a closer look at Formula E from the people shaping its future.

Track Limits is a motorsport podcast and media platform covering Formula 1, Formula E, IndyCar, and the wider racing world through long-form conversations, paddock stories, race weekend coverage, and documentary-style features.

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Chapters

00:00 Cold open, Mexico City energy
02:30 Mexico City as the character
07:30 What Formula E is building
14:00 The builders and the scale of the championship
22:00 The rulebook, fairness, and why it is hard to win
25:30 Why the racing feels different, energy, strategy, Gen4
31:00 Sustainability, without the lecture
43:00 The next era, Gen4 and what comes next

Featured

Jeff Dodds, CEO, Formula E
Ellie Norman, CMO, Formula E
Alberto Longo, Co-Founder and Chief Championship Officer, Formula E
Julia Pallé, VP Sustainability, Formula E
Pablo Martino, Head of FIA Formula E
Sébastien Buemi, Envision Racing Driver
Jean-Éric Vergne, DS Penske Driver
Ian James, Jaguar TCS Racing Team Principal

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35 min
May 05 Driving an F1 Car Was A Dream Come True - Sebastian Job | S04EP03

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43 min
March 26 Is F1 headed the wrong way with the new regs? | S04EP02
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In this episode, Swish Goswami hosts a lively discussion with Ernie Black and Craig Scarborough about the current state of Formula 1, exploring technical innovations, regulation challenges, driver performances, and the future of motorsport.
Key Topics
Season assessment and future outlook
Technical innovations and regulation challenges
Driver performance and young talent
FIA's management and sport sustainability
Car design and aerodynamic innovations
"Max has that killer instinct."
"The Macarena wing is a real thing."
"Trying something new is essential."
Chapters
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
01:34 Season Ratings and Initial Impressions
06:31 Philosophical Debate on F1's Direction
11:31 FIA's Handling of Regulations
18:48 Emerging Young Talent in F1
24:07 Max Verstappen's Dominance and Comparisons
27:29 Innovations in Car Design: The Macarena Wing
31:03 The Parachute Effect in F1 Racing
34:13 Innovations and Aerodynamics in Formula 1
37:16 Energy Management and Performance Dynamics
39:09 The Future of Formula E and F1
43:01 The Role of History in Formula 1
48:08 Mercedes' Responsibility as an Engine Supplier
50:56 Ownership Dynamics in Formula 1
53:49 Bold Predictions for the 2026 Season
58:31 Tl Outro Card-1.mp4

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February 07 The Life of F1 Content Creators - Luke & Ponden | S03EP18
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In this episode of Track Limits, we're joined by two of the internet’s favourite F1 creators: Luke Sam and Ponden (aka Blake Dalton). From viral watch-alongs to sim racing with Red Bull Racing, they’ve built massive online audiences while staying deeply rooted in the passion that first brought them to Formula 1.
They open up about leaving Australia to pursue content creation in the UK, the power of Drive to Survive, crazy stories from Vegas and Silverstone, and the challenge of staying original in a 24-race F1 calendar. Expect laughter, spicy takes, and some honest reflections on burnout, community, and the future of F1 media.
⏱️ Episode Highlights
- How Drive to Survive inspired both their F1 journeys
- Leaving Australia to go all-in on F1 content creation
- What it's like working with Red Bull’s sim racing team
- Their thoughts on Oscar Piastri, Liam Lawson, and the rise of Aussie talent
- Chaos in Vegas, Silverstone war stories & wild fan moments
- Sim racing, iRacing leagues, and how gaming fuels F1 passion
- Hot takes: Why Ferrari might win Constructors and Lewis might struggle at Ferrari
- Content burnout, sprint weekends, and the pressure of staying creative
- Why F1 2025 & F175 have them cautiously optimistic
- The future of F1 media — and why the community matters
🔥 Must-Watch Moments
- “We moved to the UK without a house… and it worked out.”
- “I pretended to win the $200,000 Autosport Award.”
- “Sim racing helped me fall in love with Formula 1.”
- “Sprint weekends? Honestly… they’re a content creator’s dream.”
- “F175 is risky — but F1 needs to keep trying new things.”
0:00 – Introduction & How They Met
1:06 – How Drive to Survive Got Ponden Into F1
3:45 – Luke’s Journey Into Motorsport Content Creation
6:20 – Moving from Australia to the UK for F1
9:05 – Sim Racing, Red Bull Creator Program & iRacing
12:30 – Chaos at Silverstone & Wild F1 Fan Encounters
16:05 – Aussie Talent: Oscar Piastri, Liam Lawson & Daniel Ricciardo
20:10 – Their Spiciest Takes for the 2025/2026 F1 Seasons
26:00 – Content Burnout, Sprint Races & F1 Media Evolution
35:10 – Their Hopes for the F1 Community & What’s Next
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43 min
January 14 Breaking Down Robert Shwartzman's Rookie Year With Prema | S03EP17
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In this episode of the Track Limits Podcast, we welcome Robert Shwartzman, Prema IndyCar driver and former Ferrari reserve, for an open and fun conversation on his motorsport journey. From fierce karting rivalries with the likes of Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, and George Russell, to competing in Formula 2, Formula E, and IndyCar, Robert opens up about the differences across racing series, the challenges of oval racing, and even the behind-the-scenes story of his viral “aura” dance video.
Robert also dives into his preparation strategies, car preferences, mental approach to racing, and his candid take on what it’s like racing with Callum Ilott and Marcus Armstrong. Whether you’re an F1 fan, IndyCar follower, or love funny paddock stories—this episode is packed with humour, insight, and nostalgia.
📍 Episode Highlights:
0:00 – Introduction & Karting Days
1:15 – Physicality of Go-Kart Training with Ferrari
2:40 – Early Rivals: Lando, Charles, Russell & Max
3:30 – Robert's Favourite Cars to Drive
4:55 – First Indy 500 Experience & Media Chaos
6:20 – Shwartzman’s Ideal Car Setup
7:40 – Working With Callum Ilott
9:15 – Pre-Race Routine & Track Walks
10:20 – Behind the Scenes of the Viral "Aura" Dance
12:00 – Looking Back at the Past, Looking Forward to IndyCar
🔥 Must-Watch Moments:
-The surprise “pole position” at Indy 500
-Robert’s hilarious “Aura” dance story that hit 100M+ views
-What it's like racing against former F1 teammates
-Behind-the-scenes life as a Ferrari Reserve Driver
-His no-music race-day focus routine
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16 min
December 19, 2025 Why F1 ‘Upgrades’ Rarely Do What You Think - Bernie Collins | S03EP16
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In this episode of the Track Limits Podcast, we are joined in Montreal by Bernie Collins, former Head of Strategy at Aston Martin and now one of the most trusted analytical voices on Sky Sports F1 and F1TV.

Bernie gives a rare, honest breakdown of what really happens behind the scenes on the pit wall. From Aston Martin’s rise and recent struggles, to why upgrades are rarely “magic fixes”, to how teams are already shifting focus toward the massive 2026 regulation changes, this conversation pulls back the curtain on modern Formula One strategy.

She also shares what it is like attending a Grand Prix as a fan for the first time in years, how her perspective has changed since leaving a team, and why fans often misunderstand decision making during races. The episode dives deep into Red Bull’s second-seat challenge, Ferrari’s growing pains with Lewis Hamilton, McLaren’s internal battles, and why strategy meetings are the most revealing part of a race weekend.

This is a must-watch episode for fans who want to understand Formula One beyond the timing screens.

⏱️ Episode Chapters

00:00 – Intro and Montreal as a fan
01:45 – Why Bernie loves the Canadian Grand Prix
03:20 – Aston Martin’s rise, fall, and internal pressure
06:40 – Why car performance changes everything for strategy
09:15 – Keeping drivers motivated during tough seasons
12:10 – Why upgrades are rarely overnight fixes
15:40 – When teams truly switch focus to the next car
19:30 – Williams, Carlos Sainz and building long-term momentum
23:45 – Early thoughts on the 2026 regulation reset
28:10 – Why Mercedes power units look strong again
31:30 – What Cadillac faces as a new F1 team
35:05 – Why Red Bull’s second seat is so difficult
40:10 – Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton and adapting to a new team
44:55 – What fans would learn most by seeing behind the scenes
48:30 – Why strategy meetings are the most revealing
51:20 – Final rapid fire and season outlook

🔥 Must-Watch Moments

-Why strategy becomes brutally hard when the car is not fast
-The truth behind upgrade hype and quoted lap time gains
-Bernie’s explanation of Red Bull’s front-heavy car philosophy
-Why confidence, not pressure, is Lando Norris’s biggest challenge
-What fans would really learn by sitting in a strategy meeting

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49 min
December 11, 2025 The Decisions Fans Never See: Silvia Bellot on Race Control Pressure | S03EP15
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In this episode, we sit down with Silvia Bellot, Race Director for F1 Academy and one of the most respected officials in global motorsport. Silvia opens up about juggling two massive responsibilities at once — helping run the Las Vegas Grand Prix while preparing for the F1 Academy season finale taking place on the same weekend.

She shares insight into what fans don’t see behind the scenes, why Las Vegas is one of the most complex races on the calendar, and how the unique nighttime desert conditions can completely change a weekend. Silvia also speaks candidly about her journey from volunteer marshal in Spain to becoming a leader in race control, and how the motorsport ladder must evolve to truly support young girls entering the sport.

From promoting F1 Academy on the Las Vegas Sphere to discussing the rise of women’s sport in North America, Silvia brings honesty, clarity, and passion to this conversation about motorsport’s future.

⏱️ Episode Chapters

00:00 – Intro: Balancing Las Vegas GP & F1 Academy
00:32 – Why F1 Academy racing in Vegas is the perfect fit
01:35 – Promoting F1 Academy on the Sphere & plans for 2024
02:40 – Women’s sport boom in the US & why timing matters
03:55 – Title battle ending in Vegas: Silvia’s excitement
05:00 – What race operations actually handle on Vegas weekend
06:30 – Why Las Vegas is one of the hardest races to run
08:05 – Cold nights, unique street layout & tire strategy challenges
09:30 – Silvia’s journey: from marshal in Spain to Race Director
11:15 – How motorsport has changed for women
12:25 – Fixing the pyramid for girls: F1 Academy & Discover Your Drive
13:35 – Racing Emily Prazer in karts & Silvia’s hopes for the future

🔥 Must-Watch Moments

-“Las Vegas is one of the most complex races we run — nothing about it is normal.”
-“Putting F1 Academy on the Sphere is a milestone for women in motorsport.”
-“We need to fix the pyramid. Girls deserve the same opportunities from day one.”
-“Race control is people, pressure, and safety — not just pressing buttons.”
-“Women already exist in motorsport. What we need is visibility and access.”

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15 min
November 27, 2025 Alisha Palmowski: "People Have NO IDEA How Hard This Is” | S03EP14
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In this episode of Track Limits, we sit down with Alisha Palmowski, Red Bull’s F1 Academy driver, as she prepares for her first-ever race weekend in Canada. From a bold new Montreal livery to her love of 70s disco, Alisha opens up about racing, identity, pressure, and the unexpected moments that have shaped her journey so far.
She talks about growing up in a normal family far from the typical motorsport mold, winning the Ginetta Junior scholarship that changed her life, sim racing since she was eight, learning the unique challenges of F1 Academy machinery, and the surreal experience of training inside the Red Bull facility in Milton Keynes.
Alisha also shares her view on legacy, misconceptions about motorsport, what she wants future drivers to know, and how she plans to take on Montreal for the very first time.
This episode is honest, funny, and full of the passion that defines racing’s next generation.
⏱️ Episode Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
00:20 – First time in Canada and Toronto impressions
01:05 – Talking weather, rain in Montreal and first impressions
01:35 – Her special Red Bull x One Password Montreal livery
02:40 – How the livery collaboration came together
03:20 – What makes her “faster” in life outside racing
04:00 – Her love for music and 70s–90s disco
04:45 – Sim racing, F1 game obsession and Montreal practice
06:20 – What she’d be doing if she weren’t racing
07:25 – The moment she realized she belonged in motorsport
08:40 – Imposter syndrome and feeling “born” to race
09:20 – Drivers who inspire her, including Max Verstappen
11:00 – What legacy she wants to leave for future racers
12:20 – Big misconceptions about motorsport
13:25 – Her dream race weekend: track, car and teammate
14:35 – Bananas, superstitions and beating Max
15:20 – What she’s working on as a developing driver
16:20 – Driving style differences and car setup challenges
18:10 – What Red Bull support means to her
19:45 – Looking ahead ten years into her future
21:45 – Rapid fire: poutine, cold winters, accents and more
23:30 – Final send-off and Montreal race excitement
🔥 Must-Watch Moments
-“I’m hoping the livery makes me a bit faster.”
-“I feel like motorsport is in my blood.”
-“I’d love to inspire people to know anyone can succeed in this sport.”
-“Motorsport is one of the biggest team sports in the world.”
-“If I race Max at Silverstone… I’m beating him.”
-“I eat a banana before every session, even though I hate them.”
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New episodes every week with drivers, engineers, creators and the people shaping motorsport’s future.
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23 min
October 31, 2025 Inside the Las Vegas Grand Prix: F1’s Biggest Gamble Pays Off
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Las Vegas. The city of lights, entertainment, and ambition. But once a year, it becomes something else entirely - a Formula 1 racetrack.

In this Track Limits special documentary, we go behind the scenes of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, hearing directly from the people who built it. At the center is Emily Prazer, F1’s Chief Commercial Officer and President of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, who led the charge to create F1’s first-ever owned and operated race.

From the billion-dollar economic impact to the engineering, logistics, and cultural transformation of the Strip, this film dives into how the city that never sleeps became home to one of motorsport’s most complex and spectacular events.

Alongside Emily, hear insights from Silvia Bellot (VP of Race Operations, F1 & Race Director, F1 Academy), Terry Miller (General Manager, Las Vegas GP), and Steve Hill (CEO & President, LVCVA), who reveal the unseen challenges of turning Las Vegas Boulevard into a living, breathing racetrack.

🔑 Chapters & Highlights

00:00 – The Vision and Challenge: How F1 turned Las Vegas into a racetrack
00:41 – Event Scale: The 450-acre Olympic-level footprint
01:29 – Emily Prazer’s Story: From Liberty Media to leading F1’s boldest race
02:14 – Building the Experience: Inside F1 X, hospitality, and fan activations
05:11 – Race Night Spectacle: Creating the ultimate Saturday night fight
06:13 – Community Impact: How the city embraced the race
07:05 – Entertainment vs. Racing: Answering the purists
08:04 – Emily’s Career Path: From IMG to F1’s leadership team
10:42 – Women in F1: The rise of representation and F1 Academy
12:18 – Grassroots Growth: Building the next generation of drivers
17:55 – Vegas Origins: How COVID-19 helped birth F1’s newest race
22:43 – F1’s U.S. Strategy: Vegas, Miami, Austin, and the American expansion
23:59 – Brand Innovation: Sponsorships, creativity, and fan engagement
29:57 – Always-On Formula 1: The global brand evolution
34:07 – Future Vision: Turning race weekend into a Super Bowl week
41:45 – The Legacy: F1’s economic and cultural imprint on Las Vegas

🏁 Featuring

Emily Prazer – Chief Commercial Officer, Formula 1 & President, Las Vegas GP
Silvia Bellot – VP of Race Operations, Formula 1 / Race Director, F1 Academy
Terry Miller – General Manager, Las Vegas GP
Steve Hill – CEO & President, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority

🧠 Key Topics

- The billion-dollar economic impact of the Las Vegas Grand Prix
- How F1 transformed the Strip into a world-class racetrack
- The behind-the-scenes operations that make it all possible
- The evolution of women in motorsport through F1 Academy
- How Vegas changed F1’s global strategy and fan engagement
- The balance between entertainment spectacle and pure racing

🔔 About Track Limits Podcast

Track Limits brings you behind the barriers of Formula 1, telling the stories of the people who make the sport run — from drivers and engineers to race directors and innovators.

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46 min
September 10, 2025 From Injuries to IndyCar: David Malukas Gets Real on Racing Life | S03EP12
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In this episode of Track Limits, we sit down with David Malukas, one of IndyCar’s rising stars, for a candid and entertaining conversation about his road to recovery, what it’s like being back in the car, and the unique journey that’s shaped his career.
David shares stories from his Lithuanian-American upbringing, his first big breaks in racing, and the rollercoaster of injuries, comebacks, and staying mentally sharp in one of the toughest motorsport series in the world. Off the track, he opens up about his passions, sense of humour, and how he keeps life balanced when the racing pressure ramps up.
Whether you’re an IndyCar fan or just love hearing what life is really like behind the helmet, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and inspiration.
⏱️ Episode Highlights
00:00 – Introduction & David’s comeback story
01:40 – Growing up Lithuanian-American in Chicago
04:15 – Early racing memories & family sacrifices
07:00 – Breaking into IndyCar & first big moments
10:30 – Injury setbacks & mental resilience
13:05 – Returning stronger: lessons from recovery
16:20 – Off-track hobbies & passions
18:40 – Funniest paddock stories & teammate banter
21:15 – Advice for young drivers chasing IndyCar dreams
23:30 – What’s next for David Malukas
🔥 Must-Watch Moments
-“I thought my season was over… but I wasn’t done yet.”
-“People think it’s just driving in circles. It’s so much more.”
-“My family gave up everything to make this happen.”
-“Injuries test you, but comebacks define you.”
-“Sometimes the funniest moments happen in the paddock, not the track.”
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#TrackLimitsPodcast #DavidMalukas #IndyCar #MotorsportPodcast #RacingComeback #BehindTheHelmet

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