Flat Chat with Codders by GP Racing
Join Codders, Ben Anderson and Mark Gallagher as they lift the lid on the world of Formula 1. GP Racing is the world's best-selling F1 magazine, with stunning photography, expert analysis, unrivalled journalism and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the glamorous and adrenaline-fuelled world of F1.
Episodes
April 16, 2024 • 61 mins
In this month's edition of GP Racing Magazine, Codders and Mark Gallagher are joined by new guest pundit Alex Kalinauckas, Grand Prix Editor from our friends at Autosport. On the show this week, a look back at the tragic weekend of Imola 1994 as its 30th anniversary beckons around the corner, where the sport tragically lost both Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger, with the hosts talking about how far the sport has come since...
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February 20, 2024 • 60 mins
In this month's edition of GP Racing magazine, we preview the upcoming F1 2024 season. Has Red Bull got the jump on the pack? Can they make the concepts Mercedes came up with work, or will they discover the same issues? Plus, we talk about the Andretti rejection and how much pressure is Lando Norris under? Find out in today's episode, plus all of the other talking points from March's edition as Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew join...
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January 30, 2024 • 51 mins
In this month's edition of GP Racing magazine, it's time we try and have a crack at trying to 'Fix' F1’s age-old problems. Stuart Codling is joined by Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew as all three try and solve F1's current problems and ask the question can they be fixed at all. We also discuss Sergio Perez's current situation going into 2024 against Max Verstappen and the topic of ‘bad’ team names, do we have a new number one? The...
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December 22, 2023 • 69 mins
In this months edition of GP Racing magazine we compare Max Verstappen to the other all-time great F1 drivers. Stuart Codling is joined by Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew on the podcast to discuss the exclusive club of multiple world champions. There's plenty to debate, including our front cover which depicts Lewis Hamilton alongside Verstappen inside our virtual smoking lounge or gentleman's club. Sadly we couldn't get both of t...
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October 17, 2023 • 50 mins
On this month’s edition of the Flat Chat podcast, Stuart Codling is joined by Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew to discuss how Max Verstappen joined exclusive club of F1 champions who clinched the title on a Saturday.
This month the cover star of GP Racing is Fernando Alonso. We charged our reporter Oleg with the task of finding out what makes him tick, and why Formula 1 is “like a drug to him”.
This month the cover star of GP Racing is Fernando Alonso. We charged our reporter Oleg with the task of finding out what makes him tick, and why Formula 1 is “like a drug to him”.
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October 4, 2023 • 51 mins
On this month's edition of the Flat Chat podcast, Codders is joined as usual by Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew.
Mark has been to see how the Las Vegas street track is coming along. Whilst there's still work to do, he was left feeling impressed.
Also this month, Andrew Benson has written an excellent analysis for GP Racing looking at McLaren's renaissance.
Elsewhere, Alex Kalinauckas reports on how he wa...
Mark has been to see how the Las Vegas street track is coming along. Whilst there's still work to do, he was left feeling impressed.
Also this month, Andrew Benson has written an excellent analysis for GP Racing looking at McLaren's renaissance.
Elsewhere, Alex Kalinauckas reports on how he wa...
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September 7, 2023 • 58 mins
On this month’s edition of the Flat Chat podcast, Stuart Codling is joined by Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew to discuss the unstoppable Max Verstappen. As he continues to break records, it’s striking how matter-of-fact Verstappenis about his continued success. Our panellists discuss the question faced by every other team in the paddock: is there any way he can be stopped?
Also on the podcast we discuss ...
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August 9, 2023 • 68 mins
The latest Flat Chat podcast from GP Racing magazine weighs up Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc’s next move and delves into the chaos at the Alpine F1 team.
The squad formerly known as Toleman, Benetton, Renault, Lotus, Renault again and now Alpine has had many names above the door over the past 40 years. And, recently, plenty of leaders who have been shown the (revolving) door after failing to meet the aspirations of...
The squad formerly known as Toleman, Benetton, Renault, Lotus, Renault again and now Alpine has had many names above the door over the past 40 years. And, recently, plenty of leaders who have been shown the (revolving) door after failing to meet the aspirations of...
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June 29, 2023 • 65 mins
On this month's episode of the Flat Chat podcast, Stuart Codling is joined as usual by Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew to discuss the stories in July’s edition of GP Racing magazine.
Ahead of the British Grand Prix, we’ve spoken to Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris and George Russell for this month’s edition. On the podcast we profile Lando Norris as not just a McLaren hotshot but an entrepreneur launching new businesses to...
Ahead of the British Grand Prix, we’ve spoken to Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris and George Russell for this month’s edition. On the podcast we profile Lando Norris as not just a McLaren hotshot but an entrepreneur launching new businesses to...
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May 17, 2023 • 63 mins
On this month's episode of the Flat Chat podcast, Stuart Codling is joined as usual by Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew to discuss the talking stories in June's edition of GP Racing magazine.
A key talking point is the seeming shift in F1 from a young driver's sport to a battlefield for experienced veterans. We explore Fernando Alonso's continued success as he approaches 42, highlighting that, in this adrenaline-fueled spo...
A key talking point is the seeming shift in F1 from a young driver's sport to a battlefield for experienced veterans. We explore Fernando Alonso's continued success as he approaches 42, highlighting that, in this adrenaline-fueled spo...
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March 24, 2023 • 59 mins
The latest Flat Chat podcast from GP Racing magazine leads on Valtteri Bottas becoming the first and possibly the last F1 driver on the cover with a moustache and mullet.
Bottas is the subject of an exclusive no-holds-barred interview (and an unusual photo shoot) in GP Racing this month. Now free of the corporate leash he’s enjoying life – and racing – once again. He explains why he rejected advice to ‘be more ev...
Bottas is the subject of an exclusive no-holds-barred interview (and an unusual photo shoot) in GP Racing this month. Now free of the corporate leash he’s enjoying life – and racing – once again. He explains why he rejected advice to ‘be more ev...
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March 2, 2023 • 44 mins
In this episode, we're getting ready for a new season of racing and looking at the season-preview issue of GP Racing magazine. Our cover features Red Bull, who seem to be the ones to beat based on their form and pre-season test. But with 23 races scheduled, there's still hope for an exciting year of competition.
Joining Stuart Codling to discuss the pecking order are special guests Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew. We'll b...
Joining Stuart Codling to discuss the pecking order are special guests Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew. We'll b...
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February 2, 2023 • 57 mins
The latest Flat Chat podcast from GP Racing magazine analyses a chaotic scene: half of the grid is swapping managers while F1’s stakeholders argue over how much it’s worth.
GP Racing columnists Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew join editor Stuart Codling to discuss the latest developments in F1, from FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulyayem vs Stefano Domenicali to the (James) Vowles movement at Williams and much, much more.
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GP Racing columnists Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew join editor Stuart Codling to discuss the latest developments in F1, from FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulyayem vs Stefano Domenicali to the (James) Vowles movement at Williams and much, much more.
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December 19, 2022 • 64 mins
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Sebastian Vettel has driven his final grand prix, and the latest Flat Chat podcast from GP Racing magazine examines his career and legacy.
GP Racing columnists Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew join editor Stuart Codling to debate the hot topics of Vettel’s life in F1. How did the cheeky young hotshoe who liked to quote Monty Python become a four-time world champion – and become pub...
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November 23, 2022 • 60 mins
On this month's edition of Flat Chat, we look at McLaren’s Aussie swap, with Daniel Ricciardo waving goodbye to a full time race seat, and Oscar Piastri coming in to partner Lando Norris in 2023. Our front cover image features Max Verstappen and we look at how he smashed Formula 1’s toughest record. Plus we uncover a lost interview with the media-shy Red Bull boss Dietrich Mateschitz, who rarely gave journalists access, favou...
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September 26, 2022 • 71 mins
GP Racing's monthly podcast looks at how Mercedes needs Lewis Hamilton more than ever, as they rely on his unique skillset to spearhead Brackley's revival. Stuart Codling is joined by regular co-hosts Mark Gallagher and Matt Kew to explain why those writing-off Hamilton as a spent force don't understand what drives the 7-time champ.
Also on the show, the team discuss how Red Bull's deal with Porsche ultimately collaps...
Also on the show, the team discuss how Red Bull's deal with Porsche ultimately collaps...
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August 24, 2022 • 68 mins
McLaren has formally announced that it no longer requires the services of Daniel Ricciardo for the 2023 Formula 1 season, leaving the Australian to fight for his future on the grid - the cover story of the latest GP Racing magazine and the lead talking point in this episode of the Flat Chat podcast.
GP Racing magazine editor and host Stuart Codling is joined by columnist Mark Gallagher and Autosport F1 editor Matt Ke...
GP Racing magazine editor and host Stuart Codling is joined by columnist Mark Gallagher and Autosport F1 editor Matt Ke...
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July 28, 2022 • 69 mins
On this month's edition of Flat Chat, we look at George Russell's career and why Lewis Hamilton says he could be the next British world champion. Our long interview is with David Coulthard, including details of how his late sister inspired his project to find the next female F1 driver. And finally we were on the Silverstone grid to witness 'our Nige' drive his championship winner for the first time since 1992.
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June 15, 2022 • 61 mins
As the second half of the 2022 F1 season beckons, the championship fight between Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc is hotting up. The latest Flat Chat podcast from GP Racing magazine investigates the background of what is an old rivalry renewed: Max and Charles locked horns (and wheels) in karting a decade ago but circumstances have prevented them from going toe-to-toe for a title again until now.
But who will...
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May 6, 2022 • 62 mins
Mercedes has gone from perpetual winner to rank outsider in the space of a winter – and an aerodynamic phenomenon known as ‘porpoising’ is said to be to blame. But what does that actually mean, and how can the team lift itself out of such a drastic competitive slump?
On this month's podcast we explore the struggles facing Mercedes and how long it might take to fix.
We also report on the forthcoming Miami GP a...
On this month's podcast we explore the struggles facing Mercedes and how long it might take to fix.
We also report on the forthcoming Miami GP a...
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