Episode Summary:
In this episode of Let's Torque, Shaun and Aaron and their extra special guest, Jodie, share their trackside experiences from the Australian Grand Prix. The trio recaps the race's key moments, from tyre challenges to surprise performances, and discusses off-track events, including the first-ever Pride Hub at a Formula One Grand Prix.
Join them as they share their tops and bottoms of the weekend and look ahead to the rest of the F1 season.
Episode Timeline:
Opening
Shaun and Aaron introduce the episode and discuss their Australian Grand Prix experiences, including events with Guenther Steiner and the Victorian Pride Centre.
Race Summary
Aaron explains the various flags used in F1 to communicate track conditions and penalties. Shaun recaps the race, highlighting Lando Norris's early lead, Ferrari's strong showing, and the drama of retirements and penalties that shaped the race outcome.
Open Discussion
The hosts discuss the highlights of the Australian Grand Prix, including tyre challenges, Verstappen's DNF, Mercedes' double DNF, and Ferrari's one-two finish.
Tops and Bottoms
Each host shares top and bottom moments from the Australian Grand Prix weekend, covering standout performances, memorable moments, and disappointments.
Closing
Shaun asks Jodie about her expectations for the rest of the F1 season and thanks her for joining the episode. Aaron previews the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix and encourages listeners to subscribe and follow Let's Torque on social media.
Sign Off
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Listener Engagement
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That's all from us this week. We'll see you next time on Let's Torque!
Let’s Torque is hosted, produced and edited by Shaun Polidano and Aaron Best. Our show is an entertainment podcast, and the views expressed by the hosts and guests are meant for entertainment purposes only.
Let’s Torque is recorded in Prahran in Naarm/Melbourne, we would like to acknowledge the Bunurong people of the East Kulin nation, the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to aboriginal elders, past present and emerging.
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