Best Nyck De Vries Podcasts (2025)

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Smooth Operators(2-20-2025)- Paint the Car Red 43:54

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Griggs, Noah, and Ben are back as the breakdown the recent F1 releases and what those teams look to achieve in the 2025 season.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators(11/8/2024) - Beautiful Brazil 28:25

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The Boys are back, this week they break down the Brazilian GP and all the craziness that came with it. They also break down the F1 driver market, and talk a little about NASCAR and what product they are putting on.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators(11/1/2024) - Back to Brazil 36:50

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The boys are back after a couple weeks to talk all things F1, including the USA GP, Mexico GP, and the upcoming Brazil GP.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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F1 ACADEMY driver Abbi Pulling on the pressure to become champion, her fears & her future 28:56

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Welcome back to Going Purple, the Formula 1 podcast welcome and open to everyone interested in Formula 1. For this episode, I sat down with F1 Academy driver Abbi Pulling who shared her fears, how she handles the pressure of winning the championship and how her life would change if she did. Hope you enjoy, and let me know what you thought of the ep…

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Smooth Operators(9/27/2024) - An ode to Daniel Ricciardo 28:46

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Noah, Griggs, and Ben are back in the WEGL 91.1 FM bullpen to talk about the world of F1 reacting to the news of Danny Ric's exit from the world of F1. Breaking down F1's use of Ricciardo in their promotional material for hype of the upcoming races as well as a retrospective on his career. The boys also break down the Singapore GP, breaking down ra…

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Smooth Operators (9/20/2024) - Oscar "Castle" Piastri 32:37

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The boys are in the WEGL 91.1FM Podcast studio to talk about Baku, the F1 Driver Market, and a look ahead to the Singapore Grand Prix. The boys are back and in a big way. www.WEGLFM.comBy Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (9/6/2024) - Season 3 Premiere 1:35:19

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The boys are back for year 3 of the Smooth Operators podcast. On this episode of the show, the boys talk about Charles Leclerc winning the Italian Grand Prix, the driver market, what is going on at Red Bull and who will win the constructors and drivers championships.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Oscar Piastri on his first F1 win, dealing with fame and his relationship with his teammate 24:54

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Welcome back to Going Purple, the Formula 1 podcast welcome and open to everyone interested in Formula 1. For this episode, I sat down with McLaren Racing driver Oscar Piastri, to talk about first win in F1, why he chose McLaren and how he’s dealing with fame. Hope you enjoy, and let me know what you thought of the episode on my socials: Tik Tok @l…

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Smooth Operators (6/24/2024)- Summer Shenanigans Episode 3: Nice 1:00:06

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The boys are back in studio for this episode! First they talk about the F1 news, then they recap the Spanish Grand Prix and wrap up with their picks and preview of the Austrian Grand Prix.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators(06/09/2024)- The Return of the Dutch Anthem 40:41

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The boys are back with race recap of the Canadian GP, among other news like Checo getting an extension, AI Trophies, EA Sports F1 24, and a whole host of hilarious content.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators(05/26/2024)- Summer Shenanigans - Happiness at last 14:56

1y ago14:56

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Noah and Griggs are here to talk about what could be the most heartwarming Monaco race of all time. More episodes are coming soon as the boys are hard at work.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators(04/26/2024)- Miami Vice 47:39

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The boys are back for one last time for the semester, they talk all the drama including Nico and Newey, the Chinese GP, as well as the upcoming Miami GP.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Nyck De Vries on the last 12 months, Gaining Perspective and Staying Positive 19:07

1y ago19:07

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Welcome back to Going Purple, the Formula 1 podcast welcome and open to everyone interested in Formula 1. For this episode, I sat down with Mahindra Racing Driver Nyck De Vries, to talk about his last 12 months, his journey in F1 and what it’s taught him about himself, as well as all about his new chapter at Mahindra Racing in FE.Hope you enjoy, an…

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Smooth Operators (4/12/2024)- Calendar Crazy 48:29

1+ y ago48:29

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The boys are back to disuses the F1 circus, This time it was the most recent Japan GP, The new Calendar for 2025, The driver lineup for 2025, and the who what why of those driver moves.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (4/5/2024)- Back to Japan 25:51

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On this episode of Smooth Operators, Griggs, Noah and Ben discuss what Sainz's future will look like along with their preview and picks for this weekends Japanese Grand Prix.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Mitch Evans on 100 races in Formula E 23:19

1+ y ago23:19

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Welcome back to Going Purple, the Formula 1 podcast welcome and open to everyone interested in Formula 1. For this episode, I sat down with Jaguar TCS Racing driver Mitch Evans to discuss his 100th race in Formula E in Tokyo. We try some traditional foods, and catch up on the last year as well as dealing with hard moments, the future of electric ra…

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Smooth Operators (3/29/2024)- Melbourne Madness 30:07

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On this episode of Smooth Operators, Ben, Noah and Griggs discuss the Australian Grand Prix, the FIA and FOM relationship, and the driver market.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (3/22/2024)- Going to a Land Down Under 1:09:22

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On this episode, Griggs and Ben talk about Logan Sargeant giving up his car this weekend for Alex Albon, the FIA, Zak Brown's new contract extension and their picks and preview for the Australian Grand Prix.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (3/15/2024)- Abysmal Alpine 49:20

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The boys are here on the radio as they break down the past races including Alpine struggles, Redbull dominance and scandal, as well as Mercedes and a kid named Bearman.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (2/29/24)- 2024 F1 Season Preview 32:54

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On this episode, Griggs and Ben preview the upcoming F1 season and give their predictions and takes for what to expect in 2024. Then, the guys move into discussing the Bahrain Grand Prix and give there thoughts and predictions for the race weekend.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (2/16/2024)- Red Bull Rearrange 1:22:05

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After a two week break, Noah, Ben and Griggs are back again to talk about the world of Formula 1. On this episode, the guys talk about car launches, Fernando Alonso interested in going to Mercedes, their favorite liveries from the launches, and what they are looking forward to from testing next week.…

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Smooth Operators(2/2/2024) - Fabulous Ferrari 46:34

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The boys are back and are excited to talk to you as the offseason gave them a present for things to talk about like, Lewis Hamilton joining Ferrari, Andretti getting blocked from entering the world of F1, Haas's sponsorships and livery.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators(1/26/2024) - Madrid Madness 48:32

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the boys are back to talk Madrid, Lando Norris, Driver contracts, and a look toward the livery season as it is fast approaching.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators(1/19/2024) - Livery Talk 50:09

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The boys not only talk the McLaren livery but also driver talk and what ever the last segment is.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (1/12/2024) - Goodbye Guenther 1:31:46

1+ y ago1:31:46

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The boys are back from break and ready to talk about more Formula One. To start off, the gang reacts to the firing of Guenther Steiner at Haas and give their thoughts on the decision. Next, they discuss Mercedes and them changing almost all the parts on the car. Then, they discuss ESPN's Top 10 F1 Drivers of 2023 list and finish the show talking ab…

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Marta García on winning the F1 Academy Championship, Prema, and the time she thought it was all over 31:47

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Welcome back to Going Purple, the Formula 1 podcast welcome and open to everyone interested in Formula 1. For this episode, I sat down with F1 Academy Champion Marta García to talk all about her journey from Karts, to W Series to being the F1 Academy Champion and all the hardships she has faced along the way, as well as all of her moments of resili…

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Smooth Operators (12/01/2023)- F1's Season Finale and Holiday Episode 48:31

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The boys are back to recap both the Las Vegas GP and the season finale in Abu Dhabi. They also break down the season as whole and salute American hero Logan Sargent on getting the contract to stay in F1.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators(11/17/2023)- A Fortune Won and Lost on Every Deal. 48:57

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The boys are back and this time is all about Vegas baby, manholes coming out to hurt Ferrari, Fans paying thousands to be told to leave, Max Verstappen may not be the fastest, does the circuit look like Spider-Pig, all these topics and so much more as the SMOP boys are left with more questions than a Mobster trying to find a rat.…

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The Diary of an F1 Presenter: Entry #3 26:16

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Welcome back to Going Purple, the Formula 1 podcast welcome and open to everyone interested in Formula 1. Today‘a diary entry shares all the thing I wish I had known before starting out in this industry. Hope you enjoy, and let me know what you thought of the episode on my socials: Tik Tok @lissiemackintosh Instagram @lissiemackintosh…

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Smooth Operators (11/10/2023)- Breaking Brazil 47:10

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Noah and Ben are back to talk about the world of F1. Including, Brazil GP recap, A recap of the lap one crash from Brazil, the economics, and world of F1 in Las Vegas, and the bombshell of Perez staying at Redbull.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (11/3/2023)- Back In Brazil 1:32:00

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On this episode of Smooth Operators, Griggs, Noah and Ben recap the Mexican Grand Prix, talk about the Fernando Alonso to Red Bull rumors, and preview the Brazilian Grand Prix along with giving their predictions for the weekend.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (10/27/2023)- 50 Episodes 50:04

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The boys are back for the 50th time as they break down the USA GP, why people who finished the race did not actually finish the race, what is a kilometer, and look towards the Mexico GP.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (10/20/23)- Circuit of the Alamo 49:17

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The boys are back to talk all things F1 including the Qatar GP, the American GP at COTA, Alpines new investors including Taylor Swifts BF, and so much more.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (10/6/2023)- Andretti, Apple, Alpine 1:27:13

2y ago1:27:13

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Ben is not here so it is just Griggs and Noah on the show today. To start, they talk about Andretti getting FIA approval to join F1 and it now being up to Liberty Media. Next, the guys talk about the report of Apple being interested in acquiring the F1 broadcast rights and give their opinions on it. To finish up the show, Griggs and Noah preview th…

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Smooth Operators (9/29/2023)- Is Red Bull Good??? 48:22

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The SMOP boys are back and here to talk all that F1 goodness including Japan GP recap, Contracts, Logan Sargent, Red Bull, Sales Tax, and Liam Lawson.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (9/22/2023)- Made in Japan. 47:31

2y ago47:31

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Griggs can't make it as Noah and Ben talk Singapore, Andretti, and Japan.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (9/15/2023)- Singing in the Pain 1:23:41

2y ago1:23:41

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On this episode, the boys are back to talk about the world of F1. To start, the guys discuss all the contract situations in F1, followed by talking about the new tech on the cars and to wrap it up they previewed and gave their predictions for the Singapore Grand Prix!By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (9/8/2023)- Monza Max Madness 1:29:19

2y ago1:29:19

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On this episode the guys are back again to talk about F1. They start the show by recapping the Italian Grand Prix and then the rest of the show dive into random F1 topics.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (9/1/2023)- Our 1 Year Anniversary 48:42

2y ago48:42

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The SMOP boys are back and this time here to break down what happened during the Dutch GP, the news, the Monza GP, and a look back on the first year of this podcast. WWW.WEGLFM.COMBy Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (8/25/2023)- Dutch Discussions 1:11:23

2y ago1:11:23

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The boys are finally back in the studio to talk F1 after a long summer of doing virtual shows! To start, the guys talk about what happened during the F1 summer break along with some of the news currently happening in F1. Next, they previewed the Dutch Grand Prix and to wrap up the show the guys gave their race predictions along with our special gue…

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Jamie Chadwick on racing in America, her time in W Series & reclaiming the narrative of her success 24:59

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Welcome back to Going Purple, the Formula 1 podcast welcome and open to everyone interested in Formula 1. For this episode, I sat down with previous W Series Champion and current IndyNXT driver Jamie Chadwick to discuss her move to American racing, her thoughts on the downfall of W Series and the pressure of being a female role model in sport. Hope…

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Smooth Operators (7/30/2023) Summer Shenanigans Ep.12- F1nale for the summer 52:16

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The boys break down a whole host of topics on their last episode of the summer as they break down Spa, Tv ratings, La Vegas, and a whole host of topics as things continue to heat up going into the summer break. WWW.WEGLFM.COMBy Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (7/23/2023) Summer Shenanigans Ep.11- RB stands for Record Breaking 32:25

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The SMOP boys are here and here to talk, this time on the agenda is Hungray talk, Alpine Anguish, and a look towards Spa. Noah's computer was so enthralled it turned itself off mid-episode.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (7/16/2023) Summer Shenanigans Ep.10- Hungry for Hungary 35:39

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The Smop boys continue their summer series this time with their tenth edition, covering the upcoming Hungary GP, what is next for Redbull, and a pre-summer break breakdown of the season so far.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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The Diary of an F1 Presenter: Entry #2 33:10

2y ago33:10

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Welcome back to Going Purple, the Formula 1 podcast welcome and open to everyone interested in Formula 1. Today‘a diary entry shares all my thoughts on the Alpha Tauri news, all my BTS insights into Silverstone/ Austria and some of my biggest secrets of being an F1 Presenter. Hope you enjoy, and let me know what you thought of the episode on my soc…

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Smooth Operators (7/9/2023) Summer Shenanigans Ep.9.5- The one about Danny Ric 14:53

2y ago14:53

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The SMOP Boys are here to bring you an emergency broadcast about Daniel Ricciardo becoming a full-time driver for the rest of the foreseeable future.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (7/9/2023) Summer Shenanigans EP.9- Max, McLaren, Madness 36:00

2y ago36:00

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The Boys break down the past English GP, a reaction to the Schedule for 2024, and Griggs and Ben continue to fuel the flames of the Prancing Horses that are burning. For more information about us and WEGL visit WWW.WEGLFM.comBy Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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Smooth Operators (7/3/2023) Summer Shenanigans EP.8- Red Bull Rampage 32:31

2y ago32:31

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The boys break down the previous Austrian GP, What Mclaren is cooking, and The upcoming England GP. Check out the WEGL Website here WWW.WEGLFM.COMBy Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin

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The Diary of an F1 Presenter: Entry #1 25:18

2y ago25:18

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Welcome back to Going Purple, the Formula 1 podcast welcome and open to everyone interested in Formula 1. Today in the first episode of my new series, we discuss all the recent F1 races I’ve been at, how burn out is real and what this year’s silly season could look like. Hope you enjoy, and let me know what you thought of the episode on my socials:…

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Smooth Operators (6/25/2023)- Summer Shenanigans EP.7- All About Red Bull 1:04:25

2y ago1:04:25

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The boys are joined by Paige Benning as they break down Sergio Pérez's position at Red Bull, Daniel Ricciardo's Position in F1 in general, and wrap up with a preview and predictions of the Austria GP.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin