Talking Pressure an Interview With Simon Lazenby

Sky F1 lead presenter Simon Lazenby joins Bec & Ben to discuss his new book, Pressure, that digs into Formula 1 and looks at the jobs behind the scenes. Lazenby has covered F1 since 2012 and lifts the lid on what it’s like being in the paddock. He shares his top experiences including jumping out of a plane in Austin while strapped to a sailor.

It’s wasn’t a thriller but it’s created some incredible talking points. McLaren won the constructors’ championship but the focus wasn’t on the success but its two drivers coming to blows. The gloves are off between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in their fight for the drivers championship. Ben and Bec discuss how McLaren will manage the conflict. Plus they discuss how George Russell, with Ben saying he’s Britain’s No.1 F1 driver. And it was another shocker for Ferrari with more misery for Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc.

Ben and Bec discuss what it takes to compete in the Singapore Grand Prix. Why has Max Verstappen never won there before and will the McLaren drama continue? Plus, they also address the sad news of Lewis Hamilton's dog, Roscoe.

Is Max Verstappen back in the title race? Bec and Ben discuss the Red Bull driver’s brilliant and dominant win in Azerbaijan while the McLarens melted. Championship leader Oscar Piastri made uncharacteristic errors and Lando Norris failed to take full advantage of the Australian’s bad luck. Plus, what a weekend for Williams’ Carlos Sainz in what was a popular podium. Christian Horner gets a Red Bull windfall and what is going on at Alpine?This F1 packed Podcast brings you all the latest news and insights form the Formula 1 paddock.

Fresh from their trip to Goodwood Revival, Bec and Ben get stuck into previewing the Azerbaijan GP in Baku. What will happen with the two McLaren drivers fighting for the title. Have McLaren managed it the right way? What about Red Bull. Is this really the team’s “rebirth”, as Helmut Marko says? They also discuss Carlos Sainz’s overturned penalty from Monza and how Ollie Bearman could be banned in a bumper episode.

Did Lando Norris, second place in the Italian GP feel hollow? The fans in Monza made their feelings known. Bec & Ben discuss the fallout and whether Oscar Piastri will take matters into his own hands while Max Verstappen dominated and rewrote the record books in the process. It’s the Italian GP debrief.

An eclectic episode that goes off piste rapidly. Thankfully, after some talk about the paddock facilities, Ben and Bec get down to discussing the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. Is the title race over? Has Oscar Piastri got it sewn up? What about Lewis Hamilton, what’s going on there? Williams put the heat on the stewards and are F1 races too long?

Bec & Ben return from a spell in the pits and heading for new horizons. As F1 returns from the summer break, they discuss the season so far, who will win the title and can Williams keep on impressing? They also get stuck into ‘silly season’ and have their say on Cadillac’s driver choice for 2026. Plus, where is Christian Horner going?

Bec and Ben are back after a few weeks away - and what a race to feature. The São Paulo GP had the lot - and virtually killed off Lando Norris’ title hopes. There is plenty to discuss from Verstappen’s brilliance, what happens to McLaren now? And does Sergio Perez have a place on the grid for 2025 - or not. There’s loads more, including the odd swear word, so some community service/fine (delete as applicable) will be on the way!

After a fantastic week at the Singapore Grand Prix, Bec and Ben reflect Max Verstappen’s swearing, his punishment from the FIA and his protest against the governing body. Plus they discuss Daniel Ricciardo’s departure and assess his replacement, Liam Lawson.