Small Torque Podcast

Going behind-the-scenes of F1's TV Direction operations Sep 24, 2026 00:50:48 Katy has been to Biggin Hill, the hub of Formula 1's TV Direction, to get an access-all-areas tour at how the broadcast is created. From the impressive TV gallery, to the car onboards, team radio room and graphics, there is so much to discuss. A huge thank you to Lenovo for this opportunity. This is quite a different type of episode, and much longer and more detailed than our normal weekly cha

Where did I go? Plus F1 regulations chat and Antonelli's title bid Sep 3, 2026 00:36:39 Small Torque with Katy Fairman returns for new episodes in a different studio, but with still the same show you know and love 🥰In this episode, Katy explains her disappearance from the pod, and goes into some of the key Formula 1 stories from the last 16 months – from the 2026 Regulations, to Kimi Antonelli's championship chances and finally a look ahead to this weekend's Italian Grand Pri

The biggest stories from F1's latest triple header Apr 24, 2025 00:42:49 After races in Japan, Bahrain and Saudi , Katy is back and ready to cover the big stories on and off the racetrack. She also fills you in on her Miami trip, and discusses when we will next see a woman racing in Formula 1. Listen on audio here: https://linktr.ee/smalltorquepodcastFollow the pod on social: www.instagram.com/smalltorquepodcastFor business enquires, please email katyfairmanmotorsport@

What does the future of Red Bull Racing look like? Apr 3, 2025 00:22:36 Another week, and another episode. A week on from the bombshell Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda seat swap, Katy is back to discuss more details and give her suggestions on who the team might be keeping a close eye on. Listen on audio here: https://linktr.ee/smalltorquepodcastFollow the pod on social: www.instagram.com/smalltorquepodcastWhy Japan is the best Grand Prix on the F1 Calendar: https://www.

Reacting to the Lawson and Tsunoda Red Bull swap Mar 27, 2025 00:38:36 In this week's episode, Katy is talking about the now confirmed rumour of Liam Lawson being sacked by Red Bulling Racing after just two rounds and Yuki Tsunoda's promotion to the top team. She is also chatting all things Australia and China, as well as looking back at one of the craziest F1 races EVER.Watch on YouTube here: https://linktr.ee/smalltorquepodcastFollow the pod on social: www.

20 predictions ahead of the 2025 F1 season Mar 13, 2025 00:38:46 With the Australian Grand Prix weekend almost here, Katy sat down to pick some bold predictions for the season ahead. From possible podiums to shock departures, anything is possible this year in Formula 1. As well as guessing what the next nine months have in store, there's also some new Cadillac updates and a cool job opportunity Katy needs your help with! Listen on audio here: https://linktr

Let's talk about Drive To Survive Season 7 Mar 6, 2025 00:41:54 Only one day to go until the latest season of Drive to Survive hits Netflix, but Katy has been able to see all 10 episodes early. Join her as she reviews the season, as well as sharing the important storylines that have been missed out, in the new Small Torque Podcast studio. For business enquires, please email katyfairmanmotorsport@gmail.com 💌

F175: Booing, Bond and the best launches Feb 23, 2025 00:29:45 I’m back, and this week discussing the F1 75 launch at the O2 arena in London. It was an unusual event, packed with singing, dancing, DJing and everything else in between, but what was it like on the ground? This is my thoughts on it all. Enjoy!

Discussing F1 driver moves ahead of 2025 Dec 23, 2024 00:46:52 With the 2025 F1 grid complete (for now), Katy chats about the eras that came to an end after the Abu Grand Prix, Liam Lawson's promotion to Red Bull Racing and her honest thoughts on the new rookies on the grid.

Daniel Ricciardo deserved better Sep 26, 2024 00:30:09 With the news that Daniel Ricciardo is out at VCARB, and potentially F1 all together, Katy talks about the drama and why it's left such a sour taste in the mouths of motorsport fans. Be sure to show Nate some love and check out his Ricciardo stories across his socials: https://x.com/natesaundersf1

Carlos Sainz is going to WILLIAMS Jul 29, 2024 00:21:11 One of the biggest puzzle pieces is complete in the jigsaw that is the 2025 F1 driver market. Carlos Sainz will be departing Ferrari at the end of the season, and joining Alex Albon at Williams on a multi-year contract!Katy shares her immediate thoughts, and discusses how the grid is shaping up with all these recent announcements.

F1 got me crying again Jul 7, 2024 00:20:36 After a nail-biting and record-breaking British Grand Prix, Katy is back to discuss it all. As well as a random race review, she also chats about the latest rookie signed to the F1 grid in 2025 and her thoughts on the latest F1 Movie trailer with Brad Pitt. You can find me on X and Instagram. For business enquiries, please email katyfairmanmotorsport@gmail.com.

Reacting to the biggest F1 stories this year Jun 11, 2024 00:36:21 I asked, you answered. These are the headlines you wanted me to talk through on the podcast from the last six months in Formula 1. From Lando Norris getting his first race win, to where Carlos Sainz should go in 2025. This episode covers it all, and so much more. Buckle up, and enjoy! You can find me on X or Instagram. For business enquires, emails katyfairmanmotorsport@gmail.com.

Oh hi, it's me again Jun 3, 2024 00:33:34 Hello besties! It has been such a long time but I am back with another episode. So much has happened in the past few months in the world of motorsport and in my life. Here is a podcast explaining what I've been doing and a few little updates. Thank you again for your patience, I can't wait to record more motorsport news based podcasts, so please let me know what you want to hear about. You can fin

Hamilton to Ferrari is HAPPENING Feb 1, 2024 00:28:57 What a crazy couple of hours. What started as a wild rumour is now official as Mercedes confirm that Lewis Hamilton will depart the team at the end of the season to drive for Ferrari. This HAS to be one of the most insane driver moves Formula 1 has ever seen, and Katy is here to talk all about it. Grab yourself a cuppa and let's get into things. Let's talk online - find Katy on X and Instagram. Fo

My biggest life lessons in 2023 Jan 3, 2024 00:33:44 New Year, new episode! For today’s podcast, it’s time for some reflection and looking back at the key lessons Katy learnt in 2023. From building up self-confidence, to interviewing drivers, there are plenty of things to improve on and take into the new year. MAILBOX MONDAY: To have your questions answered on the podcast, please email your queries to smalltorquepodcast@gmail.com, and be sure to let

The BEST moments from the 2023 F1 season Dec 28, 2023 00:47:14 It’s the last Small Torque podcast of 2023, so what better time to reflect on the Formula 1 season gone by! In this review podcast, Katy has picked some of her favourite stories and moments over the last 12 months – the good, the bad and the ugly. From Fernando Alonso embracing life as a TikTok star, Oscar Piastri’s incredible debut season and Valtteri Bottas’ unusual calendar shoot, there’s a lot

Sauber's new strange F1 team name Dec 15, 2023 00:30:02 The FIA entry list for 2024 is here, and Sauber have gone and given us one of the most unhinged team names EVER. Katy is discussing that, the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix controversy, and why there’s still so much more to do for women in motorsport. Hint: FIA rants are back. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be notified of all new Small Torque episodes. If you could also leave a five star review

Is this the most unfair penalty, ever? Nov 30, 2023 00:32:10 After a trip to Las Vegas and some laryngitis thrown in for good measure, Katy and her croaky voice is back for another podcast. Telling you what Sin City was really like, and what needs to change for future events, she explains her experience as well as throwing in some random stories here and there. She also watched the new Brawn GP documentary, and has some thoughts on that too. Be sure to subs

Soo... I'm off to Las Vegas Nov 13, 2023 00:17:13 It's the Las Vegas GP race week; one of the most talked about motorsport events of the last few years! In a last-minute twist, Katy is heading to Sin City for her first taste of Vegas but has found time to record a quick preview podcast discussing this week’s biggest talking points. From record-cold temperatures to Formula 1 firsts, there’s plenty to chat about. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast

My incredible Austin GP weekend Nov 8, 2023 00:51:06 Oh my goodness, it’s the longest Small Torque Podcast episode so far! So much to get through, and this podcast doesn’t leave anything out. From Katy’s favourite interviews, experiencing a Pirelli Hot Lap and the best birthday treat EVER, it’s all covered in this jumbo episode. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be notified of all new Small Torque episodes. If you could also leave a five star r

Addressing THOSE F1 rumours Oct 31, 2023 00:23:52 From Fernando Alonso to Red Bull to Toyota making a comeback, the rumour mill has been on overdrive the last 48 hours. Katy is back from her travels, and is ready to dissect what's fact and fiction with a pinch of common sense. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be notified of all new Small Torque episodes. If you could also leave a five star review or comment to help other motorsport fans fin

F1 can't let this happen again Oct 8, 2023 00:33:07 There were so many storylines from the Qatar GP weekend. Verstappen crowned champion, Pirelli tyre issues, track limits and several drivers becoming extremely unwell from the hot temperatures. Katy discusses it all in this very impromptu podcast episode!There will also be a mailbox episode on its way soon, so if you have a question you want answered, send them across to smalltorquepodcast@gmail.co

My 2026 F1 driver line-up predictions Sep 28, 2023 00:40:13 Uh oh, it’s prediction time. Katy has sought advice from her crystal ball and has predicted what she thinks the Formula 1 grid could look like in 2026. With new teams, new engines and new regulations, that season looks set for some serious shake-ups. But who does Katy think might have lost their seat, or received the promotion of their career? Find out in this latest episode. There will also be a

Should Lawson get the AlphaTauri seat? Sep 20, 2023 00:25:52 In this episode, Katy chats about the Singapore Grand Prix. From Carlos Sainz’s fantastic win, an unusual quality in George Russell and Liam Lawson’s promising performance, plenty of topics are covered. There’s also a discussion about where young talents can actually go, after reports of Lawson not getting a 2024 F1 seat. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be notified of all new Small Torque e

I got to interview Sebastian Vettel Sep 13, 2023 00:32:39 We’re ticking things off the motorsport bucket list in this week’s episode. From seeing race cars around the Nürburgring, getting a first experience of endurance racing, oh and interviewing Sebastian FLIPPIN Vettel. Yep, no biggie. AHH. Join Katy as she talks you through her totally surreal weekend. She also talks about her recent conversation with Jamie Chadwick and when we can expect to see her

Interviewing Max Verstappen Aug 23, 2023 00:36:07 Katy is back from Zandvoort after attending the Dutch GP and what a weekend it was! From interviewing Max Verstappen, chatting through Daniel Ricciardo’s injury and experiencing the wild atmosphere, Katy shares her thoughts on it all along with plenty of behind-the-scenes chatter. She also met (and fangirled over) Steve Carell and looks back at the other two F1 personalities that left her starstru

What are drivers doing in the F1 summer break? Aug 14, 2023 00:29:00 With a severe lack of drama in the summer break, Katy takes a look through the driver’s social media to see how they are spending their summer shutdown. From going to concerts together, posing on yachts and releasing new music, our favourite F1 drivers have shared their holiday snaps and Small Torque is here to go through them all. Top content, really. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be not

Reacting to my first F1 blog Aug 7, 2023 00:23:42 As F1 summer break begins, Katy looks back at the embarrassing blog she created ten years ago and how far things have come. As well as plenty of cringe, there’s also Formula E chat and why Casino Royale is the best James Bond film. No questions asked. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to be notified of all new Small Torque episodes. If you could also leave a five star review or comment to help o

My INSANE British GP Weekend Jul 20, 2023 00:28:35 Hello… is this thing still on?? It might have been over a month since the last episode, but Katy has been travelling a lot with Formula E and F1. In this episode she chats through her first experience of being accredited media in the Formula 1 paddock, the whole Nyck de Vries and Daniel Ricciardo situation at AlphatTauri and finally facing her fears in a press conference.Small Torque Podcast has a

This is why Vettel’s back in a Red Bull Jun 14, 2023 00:22:18 Four-time Formula 1 champ Sebastian Vettel is getting back behind the wheel of one of his iconic Red Bull’s and Katy is here to tell you why. As well as sharing the reason behind her two faves - Vettel and Daniel Ricciardo - reuniting at a famous racing circuit, she also explains her new love of Le Mans and why she thinks the retired F1 legend could make a comeback with Audi. With this being the s

Moving house and a new F1 tv show Jun 10, 2023 00:27:30 Edited whilst she watched Le Mans, Katy is back and in her new apartment. Discussing the recent races in Formula E and Formula 1, as well as the unusual Star Wars and motorsport crossover, it’s certainly a podcast that covers a lot of topics. In addition, she shares the origin of the Estie-Bestie nickname for Esteban Ocon and what you MUST take with you to a Grand Prix. Thanks for all the love and

Hamilton sees red and Honda returns May 24, 2023 00:22:08 With the news that Honda and Aston Martin are partnering for the 2026 Formula 1 season, Katy breaks down all the big talking points. From why they’re coming back, a potential Fernando Alonso and Honda reunion, and Yuki Tsunoda getting a call up, there’s plenty to get through. Plus her thoughts on these Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton rumours, and why we’ve not heard the last of Will.I.Am’s Formula 1 in

A podcast from Milan airport May 22, 2023 00:28:51 It’s been a strange week, as Katy headed off to Imola for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. However, due to awful flooding in the area, the race was rightfully cancelled which led Katy recording this podcast in an airport restaurant with some special guests. HOW TO DONATE TO HELP: https://protezionecivile.regione.emilia-romagna.it/notizie/attualita/conto-corrente-alluvioni-maggio-2023Follow George Da

It’s time for a very BIG catch up May 11, 2023 00:21:37 Katy is back from Monaco (as you do), and is ready to sit down and do a big ol’ catch up. From the Small Torque Podcast being on a billboard in London, to a new gig that means she’s going to be interviewing F1 drivers, there’s a lot to get through! Thank you again for your patience on the podcast and new episodes. Hopefully there won’t be such a big gap between the next ones, but I appreciate all

Back from Berlin and Sprint Changes Apr 26, 2023 00:35:35 Much like Formula 1, Katy has been gone for a couple weeks but now returns for another Small Torque episode. Having recently got back from Berlin with Formula E, she breaks down her German trip and discusses some of the biggest news stories from motorsport over the last few days. Thank you for your patience! If you enjoyed this episode of the Small Torque Podcast, please be sure to give it five st

Seeing some familiar faces in London Apr 8, 2023 00:13:56 Towards the end of the week, Katy spent her evening taking part in a motorsport journalism webinar before visiting Matt and Tommy and attending P1 Live in London. Join her as she recovers from a fun few days with the help of a trusted cup of tea and recording this short but sweet episode. Enjoying the Small Torque Podcast, be sure to let Katy know on Twitter or Instagram. For any business enquirie

Regulations, red flags and restarts Apr 3, 2023 00:22:07 There was plenty of action Down Under (that’s what she said), and a chaotic Australian Grand Prix gave us plenty to discuss. From chaotic restarts, the most red flags ever seen in an Formula 1 race and fans making their way onto the track early, Katy shares her take on it all. Get yourself a cuppa, make yourself comfortable and get ready for a rant. If you want to find Katy on social media, you ca

Come with me to the new F1 Exhibition Mar 25, 2023 00:19:52 The F1 Exhibition has been five years in the making and is now finally open to the public in Madrid. Katy visited the Spanish capital to see the event for herself and tell you what you can expect. From Romain Grosjean’s fiery Haas, emotional and exclusive films and a display of iconic driver helmets, there’s a lot to get through!Thank you so much for all your incredible support! If you enjoyed thi

Chatting about THAT Alonso penalty Mar 20, 2023 00:15:34 It has been a big talking point after the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, but what happened to get Fernando Alonso’s 100th podium taken away before it was given back again?! Discussing the post-race shenanigans, and wanting to know who now has the third place trophy, Katy is ready to spill the tea and share her take on the situation. Recorded straight off the back of attending a concert, please show Kat

Why is F1 obsessed with street circuits? Mar 15, 2023 00:18:57 As Formula 1 heads to the fastest street circuit ever seen this weekend, and rumours of a London Grand Prix dominate social media, Katy looks at the appeal of these kinds of circuits on the calendar. There’s also a tale of how she nearly witnessed the Monte Carlo Casino being burnt down and met a recent Academy Award winner, all in one night. Truly something for everyone.You know the drill, please

How I spent International Women's Day Mar 8, 2023 00:17:22 From interviewing inspiring women to sharing her own stories and experiences in motorsport, Katy sits down for a quick chat about some of her role models on International Women’s Day.Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to leave a five star review and subscribe so you never miss an episode. You can also follow Katy on Instagram and Twitter, and for any business enquiries please email katyfairmanmotorspor

It’s almost time for lights out in Bahrain Mar 1, 2023 00:25:37 With the first race of the F1 season just days away, Katy shares her thoughts on the big talking points as we prepare for the Bahrain Grand Prix. From troubles at McLaren to Fernando Alonso becoming a TikTok star, there's plenty to cover! Want to get in touch with Katy? Follow her on Twitter and Instagram. For business enquires, please email katyfairmanmotorsport@gmail.com.

Let's talk about Drive To Survive S5 Feb 24, 2023 00:22:41 With a new season of the hit Netflix show released worldwide today, Katy discusses her thoughts on Drive To Survive before breaking down the highs and lows of the latest episodes.

What is the Small Torque Podcast? Feb 23, 2023 00:05:17 Join Katy Fairman as she explains the concept of her new show, the Small Torque Podcast. Chatting to you, the listener, it hopes to be a fun and informal look over the big talking points from the world of motorsport.

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