Italian Grand Prix: Max Back to His Best and McLaren's Costly Call?
In this episode, we recap the Italian Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen returned to his dominant best with a clinical win that echoed his peak years. We also dive into McLaren’s controversial team orders after Lando Norris lost out due to a pit stop error – was the switch fair?We reflect on Ferrari’s eye-catching Lauda tribute livery and assess their mixed performance on home soil. Plus, who was at fault in the Sainz vs Bearman incident?There’s another round of the rookie game to dissect, and we discuss Stefano Domenicali’s latest comments about changes to the sport – are his ideas the right direction for Formula 1?We're taking a short break for the holidays, but we’ll be back soon with more F1 chat!Don’t forget to leave us a review, share the podcast, and follow us on socials.Lights Out Podcast – the F1 podcast for fans, by fans. Follow us on Instagram @thelightsoutpod and on Twitter @LightsOut_Sam and @wpoyser.
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Dutch Grand Prix: Title Blow for Lando and Goodbye Zandvoort
In this episode, we recap a dramatic Dutch Grand Prix where Lando Norris suffered a brutal DNF due to engine failure — has that ended his title challenge? Max Verstappen secured second place, but once again had no competition from teammate Yuki Tsunoda.We also talk about a disastrous double DNF for Ferrari, as well as Carlos Sainz’s absurd penalty.Plus, we say farewell to Zandvoort as it hosts its final F1 race. Will we miss it? Or has its time come to an end?We update the Rookie Game standings — with one of our rookies making it onto the podium for the very first time.If you’re enjoying the podcast, don’t forget to leave us a review — it really helps others discover the show.Lights Out Podcast – the F1 podcast for fans, by fans.Follow us on Instagram @thelightsoutpod and on Twitter @LightsOut_Sam and @wpoyser.
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F1 Summer Break Review: Grading Every Team and Making Bold Predictions
In this episode, Sam and Will take advantage of the Formula 1 summer break to review the 2025 season so far. We grade every team’s performance — from McLaren’s dominance to Red Bull’s decline, Mercedes’ revival to Ferrari’s frustration — and highlight the biggest surprises and disappointments.We also make our predictions for the rest of the season: who will win the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships, who will come out on top in the Rookie Game, and which race we're most excited for when the season resumes.If you’re enjoying the podcast, don’t forget to leave us a review — it really helps others discover the show.Lights Out Podcast – the F1 podcast for fans, by fans.Follow us on Instagram @thelightsoutpod and on Twitter @LightsOut_Sam and @wpoyser.
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Hungarian Grand Prix: McLaren Rivalry, Ferrari Fumble and Hamilton’s Confidence Crisis
In this episode, we recap a Hungarian Grand Prix where Lando Norris claimed his third win in four races after a fierce intra-team battle with Oscar Piastri. Despite a poor opening lap, Norris bounced back to secure McLaren’s 200th F1 victory, in a race that nearly saw the teammates collide.We also dive into Ferrari’s shock pole position, Leclerc’s anger with strategy decisions, and the team's ongoing struggles converting poles into wins. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton slumped to 12th, labelling his own performance “useless” and even suggesting he should be replaced. Is this just frustration, or something deeper about his future in F1?Elsewhere, Red Bull endured a quiet weekend with Max Verstappen only qualifying 9th and Yuki Tsunoda out in Q1 again.Plus, we play the Rookie Game and tease next week’s mid-season stocktake episode.If you enjoy the pod, please leave us a review and tell a friend!Lights Out Podcast – the F1 podcast for fans, by fans. Follow us on Instagram @thelightsoutpod and on Twitter @LightsOut_Sam and @wpoyser.
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F1 Movie Special: Brought to You by Fans – But Is It for Fans?
In this special episode, we’re joined by Richard, friend of the podcast and now fully fledged F1 fan thanks to Lights Out, to dive into the brand new F1 movie.Did it impress him more than it did us long-time fans? We unpack our first impressions, the realism of the racing scenes, and whether the film captures the essence of Formula 1. From the story and characters to the star-studded cameos and dramatic finish, we debate whether the film was made for fans like us – or for someone just discovering the sport.Sam also throws in a twist with the F1 Movie Mystery Game – a surprisingly tricky round of guessing whether other films are rated higher or lower than the F1 movie on IMDb. Trust us, it’s harder than it sounds.If you’ve seen the movie, we’d love to know your take – and if you enjoyed the episode, leave us a review!Lights Out Podcast – the F1 podcast for fans, by fans.Follow us on Instagram @thelightsoutpod and on Twitter @LightsOut_Sam and @wpoyser
Meet Sam & Will, avid F1 fans turned podcast hosts! From office mates to enthusiasts in the F1 craze, they're ready to share their passion. United by the excitement of the 2021 Abu Dhabi GP, expect lively banter, insightful analysis, and insider perspectives. Buckle up for an exhilarating journey into the addictive world of Formula One! Tune in for laughs, camaraderie, and the latest F1 news!
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