Episode 112: Ask TG1F! Life, Love & F1

Kate and Nicole are joined by their friend, Abby Rakshit, for a lengthy discussion around the rumored Chicago Grand Prix. They discuss all their thoughts surrounding this potential new American race like - does this have the potential to be the most American Formula 1 race on the calendar, is 4 US races too many, and who has the best deep dish pizza in the city? If you're a Chicago hater like Abby, then don't worry, we get into silly season rumors regarding Mick Schumacher's potential return to the grid, Zhou's switch to Haas, and why Carlos has the smartest team around him. And we dare to ask the question others are too afraid to ask: would Charles Leclerc have what it takes to bring home the Eurovision Song Contest trophy for Monaco? All this and plenty more on this week's episode. See you on the internet! (twogirls1formula.com ; IG: @twogirls1formula) About Abby: Abby Rakshit is a former McKinsey & Company Strategy & Operations expert who focused on the Future of Mobility topics and Sports work. Abby previously led Global Fleet Strategy work for Lyft, and has ten years of experience in the Auto/Tech ecosystem. Abby is the creator and founder of Racing Forces Media where she hosts podcasts in the world of F1 and motorsports and has spent the past few years writing on topics focused on Auto/Tech & Sports Culture. Her mission is focused on creating more active conversations in diversity, equity and innovation work in the sport. @abbyrakshit @racingforces https://www.racingforces.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bienvenidos a Miami, TG1Fam! The girls are home from a whirlwind trip to the sunshine state and ready to dish all about it. From chaotic nights out, to the best and worst parts of the fan experience in Miami, nothing is off limits. But as a spoiler alert/TLDR: the Miami GP apology tour is here. The girls are ready to admit that they loved their experience and will officially be returning as often as they can. Other discussion topics include: F1Academy sexism from announcers, Lewis Hamilton's MET Gala look, and Daniel Ricciardo's new mission to reunite One Direction. See you on the internet! (twogirls1formula.com ; IG: @twogirls1formula) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s race week in Miami! Kate and Nicole reminisce on their last trip to the Miami Grand Prix, and ponder what could be different this time around. They’ve got lots of fun plans, which can only mean the weekend will be a whirlwind of fun, content, and laughs. After a quick debrief of the latest F1 news (who will win the Adrien Newey jackpot? Why was Lewis around the block from Nicole? Is Nico Hulkenberg most likely to succeed?) the girls sit down to talk all things F1 Academy with current driver, and certified icon, Lia Block. All that and more on this episode! See you on the internet! (Twogirls1formula.com ; IG: @twogirls1formula) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

History was made this week when, for the first time ever, Chinese F1 fans had a driver from their country to cheer for. Zhou Guanyu became the first Chinese driver in F1 history, and the first to call the Chinese Grand Prix his home race. And guess what? We absolutely loved it. After recapping the rest of the Chinese Grand Prix, Kate and Nicole discuss other big news in the sport, including Mick Schumacher's potential next move, an alleged new points system coming as soon as 2025, and the grand opening of the United States' first F1 Arcade. Other topics covered: silly season, Pierre's hair (both head and facial), Helmut "Chatty Cathy" Marko, the perfect end to the Taylor Swift x Fernando Alonso era, and an F1 Academy update. See you on the internet! (twogirls1formula.com ; IG: twogirls1formula) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time in five years, F1 is headed to China! After a quick reminder of what was going on in F1 during the last Chinese Grand Prix and some fun facts and stats about the iconic track, the girls get into their usual silly shenanigans. From Charles Leclerc's new status as a father, to his and Max's impending retirements, people rightfully apologizing to Yuki, and a potential brand new WAG, this episode has all the big news and gossipy highlights from the world of F1 this week. Plus, Kate and Nicole get into a deep discussion about Pride and Prejudice and who from the grid is the right choice to star in a reboot. See you on the internet! (twogirls1formula.com ; IG: @twogirls1formula) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a tough week for the girls personally, but nevertheless they persisted to being you an episode full of the same laughs, gossip, and facts that you expect from TG1F. From a Japanese GP recap, to Helmut Marko’s nighttime apparitions, Mario Andretti’s deal with Rumpelstiltskin, an island custom-built for sim racing, and the truth about F1 Academy, Kate and Nicole are leaving no stone unturned. All that and more on this week’s episode.  See you on the internet! (Twogirls1formula.com ; IG: @twogirls1formula) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dear TG1F... With no race last weekend to talk about, we're turning the mic around to YOU! After a quick F1 discussion where Lewis Hamilton's Benjamin Button journey is discussed along with Valtteri's Combination Pizza Hut and Taco Bell, Kate and Nicole are answering listener questions and giving advice. Topics range from dating advice, style tips, how to make friends later in life, F1 honeymoons, and more. See you on the internet! (twogirls1formula.com ; IG: @twogirls1formula) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

F1 was Down Bad Down Under this weekend at the Australian Grand Prix, and Kate and Nicole are talking about all of it. From Williams' controversial decision to let Alex Albon drive Logan Sargeant's car, to Carlos' incredible first place finish, Bottas' budgie smugglers, and a Zac Efron sighting, we're not leaving anything untouched. After tallying up this week's F1 draft points, the girls discuss who should be the second Red Bull driver for 2025, Lando's incredible appearance on Chicken Shop Date, Zhou's whimsical GQ cover, and so much more. See you on the internet! (twogirls1formula.com - IG: @twogirls1formula) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What would you do if you woke up tomorrow in an F1 driver's body... and what would they do if they woke up in YOURS!? That's the major question on Kate and Nicole's minds this episode and, naturally, Husband Nick joined in to give his two cents. Other discussion topics include: the upcoming Australian Grand Prix (aka Valtteri Bottas' home race), the untimely end to DJ Lil Landy's career, Pierre and Kika's Mary-Kate and Ashley trip to Sydney, Carmen's ominous announcement, Lewis Hamilton's secret relationship with future Queen of England and current missing person Kate Middleton, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a difficult week to be a female Formula 1 fan. Disappointing comments from drivers overshadowed International Women's Day, and truthfully, it took some time to prepare for this week's episode and come to terms with the sport we all love. But, as always, we're keeping it real and combining the hard conversations that need to be had with the fun, lighthearted discussions we love. We've all worked too hard to make a space in the F1 fandom for ourselves to let them keep us down. F1 Fangirls forever! See you on the internet! (twogirls1formula.com ; IG - @twogirls1formula) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices