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David Coulthard is joined by Mark Webber to remember the extraordinary life of Eddie Jordan, who died last week aged 76. EJ's friends and former colleagues also share their favourite memories of the incomparable Irishman. They include Christian Horner, Vogue Williams, Mike Rutherford, Chris Harris and Rubens Barrichello. Eddie Jordan 1948-2025 Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What track would be fun to race in reverse? Does DC still have Schumacher's helmet? This episode is an Answer The Anchors special, featuring some of the best subscriber questions from last year. EJ & DC dive into the FFS mailbag to tackle the big questions straight from the Anchors! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Lewis Hamilton recapture his old magic at Ferrari? What can we expect from 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli? Ahead of the Australian Grand Prix, DC is joined by ex-teammate and former F1 World Champion Damon Hill to preview the most anticipated F1 season in years. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What’s the point of track walks? What makes Race of Champions such a unique challenge for drivers? This week on FFS!, DC breaks down how drivers really learn a track - from track walks to the gear changes and setup tweaks that matter in modern F1. Then, with DC gearing up to race this week, he sits down with Fredrik Johnsson, president and owner of Race of Champions, to chat about its history, what to expect this year, and some standout moments from past events. Get your Race of Champions tickets: https://www.raceofchampions.com/ Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do we know so far about the new cars? Will Ferrari’s bets pay off in 2025? Rob Smedley joins the show for the third time alongside DC to break down pre-season testing and why Ferrari aren’t waiting for 2026. He talks about big changes in the car and drivers for next season before sharing updates on his FAT Karting league and its role in shaping future talent. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What stopped Otmar from joining Aston Martin? Why did he really leave Alpine? In Part 2, DC and EJ get into the big decisions that shaped Otmar’s career - from building a Jordan-style culture at Alpine to understanding what makes a winning team. He opens up about leadership, Red Bull’s talent poaching, and the challenges of managing people at the highest level of motorsport. Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are modern F1 cars too reliable to keep races unpredictable? And what does it take to become a team principal? DC and EJ sit down with former Alpine and Aston Martin boss Otmar Szafnauer to hear how he climbed the ranks to lead multiple F1 teams. From his early days in the sport to the high-stakes decisions at the top, Otmar shares insider stories and whether bulletproof reliability has made racing less exciting. If you want to hear Part 2 of this interview NOW, you can join the FFS! Club and also get ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PR power move or shaky start for Lewis? Is EJ’s ruthless business mind all Bernie’s fault? Eddie’s back, and there’s plenty to unpack. The pair dive into Lewis’s viral PR moment, his test run crash, and why it only fuels Ferrari’s global hype train. Plus, Eddie reveals how Bernie’s influence shaped the way he ran Jordan – and still plays a role in how he does business today. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could Scotland ever host a Grand Prix? What happened to Jackie Stewart's bold plans for a new track? In this episode, DC reveals the story behind Scotland’s failed Grand Prix dreams and why the plans never made it off the grid. Then, it’s a replay of Ralf Schumacher’s fascinating interview as he discusses team orders at the chaotic ’98 Belgian GP, life with EJ as a young driver, and lessons from his brother, Michael. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes the perfect F1 film? Can Brad Pitt’s upcoming blockbuster take pole position? In this episode, DC kicks off with his thoughts on the greatest racing films, why Steve McQueen’s Grand Prix is still the one to beat, his man crush on Brad Pitt, and the story of his Silverstone Mission Impossible promo stunt with Tom Cruise. Then, it’s a classic replay from October ‘23 as Gerhard Berger joins DC and Eddie Jordan for a bag of laughs. The legendary Austrian driver shares tales of racing alongside Ayrton Senna, his surprising pre-race ritual, and the pranks he pulled on Eddie. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are rookies a financial burden on their teams? What does it take to get up to speed in Formula 1? This week, DC explores the financial impact of rookies in F1 and how long they have to prove themselves next season. Plus, we revisit DC & EJ's conversation with Red Bull Racing’s Adrian Newey, who shares career highlights, personal challenges, and untold stories from the pinnacle of motorsport. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Liam Lawson ready to challenge Max? No more VCARB?  In this special FFS! episode, DC breaks down the 2025 F1 driver line-ups, with Liam Lawson replacing Checo at Red Bull and Isack Hadjar stepping into the Racing Bulls seat. Then, we revisit one of DC and Eddie Jordan’s favourite guests, Bertrand Gachot, whose road rage incident and prison stint paved the way for Michael Schumacher’s debut.  Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we’re sharing some 2024 highlights from our Answer The Anchors bonus series, which is (usually) exclusively available to our FFS! Club subscribers. During these regular episodes, our ‘Massive Anchors’ get the chance to ask DC and EJ anything they like about life and motorsports. In this taster, we hear the story behind the FFS! theme tune, a discussion about changing F1’s points system, and some Michael Douglas tall tales! Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special Formula For Success episode, David Coulthard handpicks his favourite Eddie Jordan stories from the archives. Brace yourself for a best-of collection filled with outrageous antics, dodgy deals, and celebrity chaos as EJ spins his tallest tales. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DC and EJ are back one final time before Christmas to celebrate the holiday and reflect on 2024. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! Get in touch with DC and Eddie by emailing [email protected] and follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.