Best Martin Elliot Podcasts (2025)

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21st October 1984: The Races That Clinched the Championships 23:02

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Some championships are won by fractions, others by fury. In this episode of Chequered Past, we revisit three unforgettable finales — and one late-career revival — that defined Formula 1’s greatest champions. At Estoril in 1984, Niki Lauda sealed his third world title by just half a point, out-thinking his faster teammate Alain Prost in the closest …

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Listen now: Scamfluencers | The Pharmacist Femme Fatale 4:53

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Natalie Cochran seemed like she had it all: a good job as a pharmacist, a loving husband, and two kids. But then she quit her job to become a government contractor and started raking in dough, or so she claimed. Behind the scenes, Natalie was running a classic Ponzi scheme, scamming friends and family with fake contracts, fake government emails, an…

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S22,E08: 10/20/25 (Still Corners, Automatic, Hibou, Beauty Queen and Henry Nowhere, Wombo, Los Bitchos, Jesse Welles) 48:01

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SEASON 22 EPISODE 8: OCTOBER 20TH, 2025 The Creeps - Still Corners Black Box - Automatic mq9 - Automatic Eidolon - Hibou Aix - Hibou In the Garden - Beauty Queen & Henry Nowhere Tied to You - Beauty Queen Danger in Fives - Wombo Common Things - Wombo Hi! - Los Bitchos La Bomba - Los Bitchos Red - Jesse Welles This episode features a clip from Sam H…

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20th October 1991: The Championship That Crowned a Legend 15:05

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On this day in 1991, Ayrton Senna sealed his third World Championship in Japan — not with raw speed, but with control, composure, and respect. The Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka became the race that crowned a legend, confirming Senna’s place among the sport’s immortals and ending Nigel Mansell’s title hopes in the gravel. We also remember Swedish ta…

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19th October 1958: The Day That Britain Won and Lost 18:36

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On October 19th, 1958, Formula 1 witnessed its most bittersweet day. In Casablanca, Mike Hawthorn became Britain’s first World Champion — his title sealed through courage, consistency, and a moment of sportsmanship from his rival Stirling Moss. Yet the same race claimed the life of Moss’s teammate Stuart Lewis-Evans, and marked the end of an era fo…

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Andrew White, Danny Mcloughlin, Katie Smith, Mina Rzouki 1:04:38

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Sports reporter Katie Smith, writer and football pundit Mina Rzouki, and comedians Andrew White and Danny Mcloughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two po…

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18th October 2009: The Drive That Sealed the Dream 17:13

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On 18 October, Formula 1 crowned one of its most unlikely champions. At Interlagos in 2009, Jenson Button charged from 14th to fifth to seal a fairytale title for Brawn GP — a team born from Honda’s ashes less than a year before. We also remember Ludovico Scarfiotti, the last Italian to win Ferrari’s home Grand Prix, whose life combined courage, re…

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17th October 1981: The Finale That Gambled Everything 14:19

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On October 17, Formula One rolled the dice on drama, endurance, and emotion. At Las Vegas in 1981, the Caesars Palace Grand Prix turned a hotel car park into a world-championship arena — where Nelson Piquet’s exhaustion, Alan Jones’s farewell victory, and Bruno Giacomelli’s lone podium delivered one of the strangest finales in F1 history. We then c…

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16th October 2005: The Dynasties That Defined the Decades 16:09

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On October 16th, Formula One has often marked the moments when power changes hands. In 2005, Renault sealed their first Constructors’ Championship in Shanghai, ending Ferrari’s long reign and signalling the rise of a new generation. Eleven years earlier, Michael Schumacher reasserted his control at Jerez after returning from suspension — a calm, cl…

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15th October 1983: The Tactician That Tamed the Turbos 16:13

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On 15 October 1983, Formula One’s turbocharged revolution reached its first great climax at Kyalami, where Nelson Piquet sealed his second World Championship with a drive defined not by speed, but by strategy. In a race of attrition and calculation, Piquet eased his Brabham-BMW home in third to become the first turbo-powered world champion, as team…

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14th October 2012: The Race That Restored Red Bull's Reign 15:02

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On 14 October 2012, Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull Racing delivered a masterclass at the Korean Grand Prix — a performance that marked the turning point in the fight for the World Championship. As Vettel surged past teammate Mark Webber at the start and never looked back, Red Bull scored their only 1–2 finish of the year, reclaiming control of both …

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Vindication Swim (2024) (Guest: Elliot Hasler) (episode 49) 31:01

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Vindication Swim (2024) tells the story of Mercedes Gleitze, the first British woman to swim the English Channel in 1927. This major accomplishment, however, was soon called into question when another swimmer made a dubious claim to the same feat. To defend her integrity and her legacy, Gleitze (Kirsten Callaghan) attempted what she called her “vin…

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13th October 1996: The Champion Who Silenced the Doubters 18:32

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On October 13th, Suzuka once again became the stage where Formula 1 history was written. In 1996, Damon Hill faced the ultimate test — one race to prove he could do what many said he never would. As his rival and teammate Jacques Villeneuve faltered, Hill drove with quiet precision to seal the World Championship, becoming the first son of a world c…

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12th October 2003: The Record That Crowned an Era 24:10

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On October 12th, Formula 1 crowned a legend. At Suzuka in 2003, Michael Schumacher battled nerves, rain-threatened skies, and a determined Kimi Räikkönen to claim an eighth-place finish that sealed his record-breaking sixth World Championship, surpassing Juan Manuel Fangio’s mark that had stood for nearly fifty years. It was a moment that redefined…

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David James, Dougie Anderson, Eleanor Oldroyd, Ray Bradshaw 1:06:49

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Former England and Liverpool footballer David James, broadcaster Dougie Anderson, broadcaster Eleanor Oldroyd, and comedian Ray Bradshaw join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final r…

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11th October 2020: The Record That Tied Two Eras 15:43

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On October 11th, Formula 1 returned to the Nürburgring for the one-off 2020 Eifel Grand Prix — and witnessed history repeat itself in the most poetic way. In cold, foggy conditions, Lewis Hamilton claimed his 91st career victory, equalling the great Michael Schumacher’s all-time record at a circuit that had long been a German icon. The emotional mo…

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10th October 1923: The Voices That Told F1’s Story 17:03

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On October 10th, Formula 1 celebrates the sounds that shaped its soul. It’s the birthday of Murray Walker, the legendary broadcaster whose enthusiasm and “Murrayisms” made him the unmistakable voice of Formula 1. We trace his journey from early motorcycle commentaries to the BBC and ITV years that defined generations of fans — and his fiery on-air …

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David McCloskey: Secrets of a Novelist 40:35

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David McCloskey, former CIA Analyst turned novelist is out with his fourth book, The Persian, about an Iranian dentist who is recruited by Mossad to take on a dangerous mission inside Iran. Cover Stories Host Suzanne Kelly digs in on how McCloskey’s real-life Intelligence background fueled his latest novel, and discovers a few of McCloskey’s own se…

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9th October 2005: The Comeback That Conquered Suzuka 18:27

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On October 9, Formula 1 history has delivered some unforgettable moments — but none more spectacular than Kimi Räikkönen’s 2005 charge through the field at Suzuka. Starting 17th, the Finn produced a masterclass of precision and bravery to snatch victory on the final lap from Giancarlo Fisichella in what remains one of the sport’s greatest comebacks…

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8th October 1978: The Firsts That Forged F1 History 12:25

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7th October 2007: The Slip That Shattered a Dream 19:52

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6th October 1974: The Glen That Echoed with Glory and Loss 18:24

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On October 6, 1974, Formula 1 arrived at Watkins Glen for a championship decider steeped in tension and tragedy. As Emerson Fittipaldi fought to secure his second world title, the race brought glory for McLaren — but heartbreak for Helmut Koinigg, the young Surtees driver killed in a horrific crash that echoed the loss of François Cevert at the ver…

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5th October 2014: The Legacy That Saved Lives 15:04

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On this day in 2014, Formula 1 was forever changed at Suzuka. Jules Bianchi’s tragic accident in the Japanese Grand Prix would lead to sweeping safety reforms — from the Virtual Safety Car to the Halo — saving countless lives in the years since. We reflect on that defining day and remember Andrea de Cesaris, who died on October 5 2014. Plus, we cel…

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John Cross, Chloe Petts, Martin Kelner, Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake 1:04:01

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Chief football writer John Cross, journalist and presenter Martin Kelner, GB sprinter Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, and comedian Chloe Petts join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final r…

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4th October 1970: The Rookie That Sealed a Champion’s Legacy 15:13

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On this day in 1970, Formula One arrived at Watkins Glen for the United States Grand Prix under the shadow of tragedy. Jochen Rindt, already the dominant force of the season, had been killed at Monza, leaving his rookie teammate Emerson Fittipaldi to carry Lotus’s hopes. What followed was a breakthrough performance from the young Brazilian, whose m…

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3rd October 1971: The Glen That Gave Cevert Glory 17:04

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On October 3rd, 1971, François Cevert claimed his first and only Formula 1 victory at Watkins Glen, seizing the moment when Jackie Stewart stepped aside and fortune played its hand. It was a breakthrough drive that marked him as a future star — yet history remembers that podium with poignancy, as Cevert, Jo Siffert, and Ronnie Peterson would all la…

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2nd October 1966: The Titles That Were Won In America 14:47

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On October 2nd, history has often been sealed on American soil. In this episode of Chequered Past, we revisit 1966 at Watkins Glen, where Jim Clark gave the BRM H-16 its one and only victory while Jack Brabham’s team clinched their first Constructors’ Championship. Eleven years later in 1977, James Hunt won the U.S. Grand Prix East, but the bigger …

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1st October 1967: The Broken Lotus That Couldn’t Stop Clark 12:29

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On October 1st, Formula 1 history gave us one of Jim Clark’s grittiest victories. At Watkins Glen in 1967, the Scotsman nursed a failing Lotus across the line to win ahead of Graham Hill, while Denny Hulme edged closer to the world title. Eleven years later, Carlos Reutemann delivered his final Ferrari triumph at the same circuit in 1978, as Alan J…

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30th September 2007: The Rookies That Rose in the Rain 18:46

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On this day in Formula 1 history, rain, resilience and rivalries took centre stage. We relive the 2007 Japanese Grand Prix at Fuji, where Lewis Hamilton mastered torrential conditions to tighten his grip on the championship while Heikki Kovalainen claimed a breakthrough podium. We celebrate the birthday of Jochen Mass, a German all-rounder remember…

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29th September 2002: The Finish That Fueled The Fury 15:06

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On September 29, Ferrari’s dominance at the 2002 United States Grand Prix reached an almost farcical climax. Michael Schumacher slowed on the final straight, trying to stage a dead-heat finish with Rubens Barrichello – only to be beaten by 0.011 seconds. What was meant as a show of supremacy instead fueled the fury of fans still raw from Austria’s …

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28th September 2008: The Night Race That Cast a Shadow 18:26

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On this day in Formula 1 history, the sport staged its first-ever night race at Singapore in 2008 — a dazzling spectacle that would later be darkened by scandal. In this episode, we revisit the drama of Crashgate, the pitlane chaos that cost Felipe Massa dearly, and the pivotal swing that helped Lewis Hamilton towards his first world title. We also…

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Carl Donnelly, Ian Moore, Jake Wood, Natalie Pike 59:57

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EastEnders actor Jake Wood, football presenter Natalie Pike, author and comedian Ian Moore, and comedian Carl Donnelly join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two …

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27th September 1987: The Races That Framed Williams’ Legacy 14:37

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On this day, Williams’ story was written across four unforgettable chapters. In 1981 Canada, Carlos Reutemann faltered but Williams secured back-to-back Constructors’ crowns. By 1987 Spain, Nigel Mansell and Nelson Piquet fought bitterly as Williams again clinched the teams’ title. In 1992 Portugal, Nigel Mansell sealed his golden season with a rec…

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26th September 1999: The Chaos That Crowned An Unlikely Winner 16:18

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On this day in Formula 1 history, the Nürburgring descended into chaos. The 1999 European Grand Prix was a storm of strategy blunders, sudden showers and shattered hopes—yet out of the mayhem came Johnny Herbert, delivering Stewart GP their one and only victory. We also celebrate the birthday of Aldo Tim Schenken, look back on Lewis Hamilton’s 100t…

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The Person Who Wrote the Book on Writing Books 30:22

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Have you ever wanted to write a book but not known where to start? We’ve got some answers for you. Jane Friedman, the author of “The Business of Being a Writer” joins us to explain the ins and outs of deciding what kind of publisher is right for your writing, how to approach a literary agent, what to include in a book proposal and much more. She of…

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25th September 1982: The Gamble That Paid Off for Rosberg 12:57

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On this day in 1982, Formula One’s season of chaos reached its finale in the car park of Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. Keke Rosberg needed only a handful of points to clinch the crown — but with John Watson charging through the field, the title was anything but certain. We revisit how consistency, calmness, and a touch of Las Vegas luck made Rosberg W…

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24th September 1995: The Scots That Seized The Spotlight 14:57

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So the 24th of September gave us a day when Scotland’s finest shone on opposite sides of the Atlantic. In 1995, David Coulthard broke through for his maiden victory at Estoril, while Michael Schumacher edged ever closer to his second crown. In 1989, Nigel Mansell’s defiance of a black flag created chaos and shifted the balance of that year’s title …

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23rd September 1990: The Race That Let Il Leone Roar 17:26

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On this day in 1990, Nigel Mansell — Il Leone — roared to his final victory for Ferrari at the Portuguese Grand Prix, defying Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost in the heat of their title fight. We also celebrate the birthday of Robert Doornbos, the Dutch racer who took an unconventional path into motorsport and made his mark beyond Formula One. And we j…

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22nd September 1974: The Clashes That Crafted the Contest 15:50

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On this day in Formula 1 history, championships were shaped, rivalries defined, and finales set up in unforgettable fashion. We begin at Mosport in 1974, where Emerson Fittipaldi pounced on Niki Lauda’s misfortune to draw level with Clay Regazzoni in one of the closest title battles of the decade. Then it’s back to Canada 1968, where McLaren scored…

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S22,E07: 09/22/25 (Cornershop feat. Eden Gray, Tchotchke, Still Corners, Moontype, Cool Sounds, Camp Saint Helene, Open Reel Ensemble) 48:49

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Season 22 Episode 7 Amsterdam via Rotterdam - Cornershop feat. Eden Gray Poor Girl - Tchotchke Playin' Dumb - Tchotchke The Dream - Still Corners Faded Love - Still Corners Let Me Cry - Moontype Four Hands ii - Moontype Just a Dream - Cool Sounds Pretty Often - Cool Sounds Anniversary - Camp Saint Helene Racing - Camp Saint Helene Quartet Studio Li…

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21st September 1986: The Masterclass That Mansell Gave at Estoril 12:26

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On this day in Formula One history, Nigel Mansell delivered one of his finest performances at the 1986 Portuguese Grand Prix. From the moment the lights went out, Mansell controlled the race at Estoril, beating his championship rivals and securing the Constructors’ title for Williams. We also revisit 1997, when Formula One returned to Austria after…

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19th September 1971: The Race That Raised the Red Flag 14:58

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On September 19, 1971, Formula One saw history at Mosport Park when the Canadian Grand Prix became the first World Championship race to be stopped with the red flag. Jackie Stewart had already secured his second world title, but torrential rain and fog turned the race into chaos, cutting it short after 64 laps. Stewart took the win, Ronnie Peterson…

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20th September 1969: The Canadian Clashes That Crowned Ickx 14:00

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On this day in Formula One history, Canada twice played host to unforgettable showdowns. In 1969 at Mosport, Jackie Stewart and Jacky Ickx duelled ferociously until contact ended Stewart’s race, handing victory to the young Belgian. A year later at Mont-Tremblant, Stewart looked set to dominate Tyrrell’s debut — only for mechanical failure to open …

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The Spy and the Devil 34:15

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Former British diplomat and current Cipher Brief expert Tim Willasey-Wilsey is just out with a book called “The Spy and the Devil: The Untold Story of the MI6 Agent Who Penetrated Hitler’s Inner Circle” We’ll talk with him about the never before told story of Baron Wilhelm Von de Ropp, a German aristocrat, who became a British citizen and who spied…

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18th September 2016: The Night That Paved Rosberg's Path to the Title 13:30

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On this day in 2016, Nico Rosberg claimed a tense and vital victory at the Singapore Grand Prix, fending off Daniel Ricciardo’s late charge to take the win by less than half a second. It was his 200th start, and the result proved decisive in his march toward the world championship. We also celebrate the birthday of Giancarlo Minardi, the man behind…

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17th September 1929: The Legend That Titles Couldn’t Measure 15:26

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On this day in Formula One history, two British icons were born. We celebrate the birthday of Stirling Moss – the man hailed as “the greatest driver never to win the World Championship,” whose courage, versatility and sportsmanship defined an era. We also mark the birthday of Damon Hill, who overcame the weight of expectation to become World Champi…

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16th September 2001: The Wins That Weren’t the Story 16:36

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On September 16th, Formula One has witnessed landmark victories — but sometimes the spotlight has been elsewhere. In this episode of Chequered Past, we revisit the 2001 Italian Grand Prix, where Juan Pablo Montoya finally claimed his first win, muted by the grief of 9/11 and Alex Zanardi’s devastating crash. We move to Spa in 2007, where Ferrari se…

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The Godfather (1972) (Guest: Steve Koh) (episode 48) 1:08:01

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Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather (1972) is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time. Based on Mario Puzo’s best-selling 1969 novel, The Godfather depicts the rise and legacy of the Corleone family, a fictional Italian-American organized crime family led by Vito Corleone and the transformation of his son Michael from a reluctant …

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15th September 1985: The Victories That Confirmed the Contenders 18:45

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Some wins are about breaking through, but others are about proving you belong. On this day in Formula One history, Ayrton Senna at Spa in 1985 and Oscar Piastri at Baku in 2024 both claimed their second career victories — the moments that confirmed them as genuine front runners. We also revisit Juan Pablo Montoya’s record-shattering pole lap at Mon…

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14th September 2008: The Monza Miracle That Made a Champion 17:04

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On this day in 2008, Formula One witnessed a fairytale that would change the sport forever. A 21-year-old Sebastian Vettel stunned the world by guiding Toro Rosso to victory at a rain-soaked Monza, becoming at the time the youngest race winner in F1 history and proving that greatness can emerge from the unlikeliest of places. But 14th September has…