The Lap Zero Podcast
Lap Zero is a motorsports podcast featuring the latest news, interviews, and analysis from the world of racing. Hosted by Antonio Bianchi, David Kassai, Norman King, and Levi Opitz, the show covers a variety of motorsports disciplines and offers insights from drivers, team owners, and industry insiders. Tune in for technical discussions on car design and fuel strategy, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced world of racing.
Episodes
This week, Antonio and Norman dive into all the action from Formula 1’s Brazilian Grand Prix. From the standout performances to the drama that defined the weekend. They then break down last week’s NASCAR Championship race, revisiting key moments, strategy calls, and how the end of the season shakes up. Tune in as they debate, analyze, and ultimately solidify their viewpoints on where NASCAR stands heading into the off-season, and F...
The NASCAR season comes to a close at Phoenix, where Denny Hamlin dominates, Ryan Blaney takes the win (somehow we didn’t even realize that at first), and Kyle Larson walks away with the championship. But despite all that action, it just… doesn’t feel right. We talk about the sour taste this finale left in our mouths and break down who’s to blame for it. Then we shift gears to Formula 1, previewing the Brazilian Grand Prix and what...
This week on The Lap Zero Podcast, we head to Martinsville for the final round of eight, where William Byron punches his ticket to Phoenix with a clutch win. Blaney falls just one spot short in a must-win scenario, and we break down the Championship 4 — who we want to win versus who we think actually will. Then, it’s off to Formula One in Mexico, where the opening laps turn into a lawn mowing contest. Norris puts on a masterclass d...
This week on The Lap Zero Podcast, we head to Austin for the United States Grand Prix! The sprint race kicks off with double trouble for McLaren as both cars get taken out in Turn One, while Lance Stroll sends it from Dallas and wipes out Ocon. Max Verstappen cruises to a sprint win and carries that momentum into Sunday, where Ferrari nails the strategy for once and turns it into a one-stop race—with no hard tires in sight. Lando c...
In this week’s episode, Antonio breaks down Denny Hamlin’s hard-fought win at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, diving into what it means for his playoff hopes and how Joe Gibbs Racing continues to stay sharp when it counts. Then, we shift gears to a brief discussion on the future of NASCAR and what Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve O’Donnell’s recent conversation might reveal about where the sport is headed next. Finally, Antonio gives a quick...
In Lap 73, we hit the streets of Singapore where McLaren drama takes center stage and Piastri’s whining over the radio turns heads. Then it’s over to the NASCAR Roval for a wild Round of 12 finale — Chastain’s last-lap gamble on Hamlin ends in heartbreak, and somehow Joey Logano advances despite a rough race. Was it great racing or just elimination chaos? We break it all down.
On Lap 72 of the Lap Zero Podcast, we break down NASCAR at Kansas and how the results set the stage for a high-stakes showdown at the Roval. We also dive into Ford’s decision to keep its LMDh program in-house and what that means for their future in sports car racing. To wrap it up, we head over to Formula 1 and discuss Oscar Piastri escaping a grid penalty ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix.
It’s a packed lap this week! We kick things off with the Battle on the Bricks, where penalties are flying faster than Antonio’s Ford takes. Over in New Hampshire, Ryan Blaney locks himself into the next round of the NASCAR playoffs. And in Formula 1, Baku brings chaos in qualifying with more red flags than Norman racks up incidents in iRacing—only for the race itself to fall flat.
On Lap 70 of the Lap Zero Podcast, we break down the tire struggles at Bristol and what they meant for the race, plus Josh Berry’s run of tough luck. We dive into the newly released 2026 IndyCar schedule—what’s fresh, what’s missing, and what it means for the series. Finally, we preview Formula 1’s return to the streets of Baku this weekend.
Lap Zero Podcast – Lap 69 This week, we kick things off with Daniel Ricciardo’s new role as a Global Ambassador for Ford before shifting gears to NASCAR at Gateway. We break down the drama between Chase Elliott and Josh Berry, the Larson–Blaney spin, and what it all means for playoff hopes heading into Bristol. On the Formula 1 side, we dive into McLaren’s strategy decisions at Monza and look ahead to how the future F1 calendar cou...
The playoffs are here, and NASCAR’s first race has already shaken up the field—who’s in trouble, and who’s looking strong? Over in Formula 1, Lando Norris suffers an engine failure—does he still have a path back into the championship fight? And in IndyCar, with Will Power and Colton Herta stepping away from their seats, where could they be headed next, and who will fill the void? We break down the biggest stories across racing this...
NASCAR dodged a bullet with Ryan Blaney’s big win — but who really caused “the big one,” and did it actually make the race better? We break it all down. Plus, Cadillac reveals its driver lineup — is it the right call? And with Formula 1 finally back this weekend, we dive into how the championship fight could unfold from here.
Antonio and Norman discuss the NASCAR playoff picture, highlighting how Austin Dillion shacks up the standings after the Richmond race. The lawsuit by 23IX racing lawsuit against NASCAR, and discussing who is in the wrong. Formula 1 is returning in less then two weeks, and what will unfold in the upcoming 10 rounds. Finally, Lamborghini has decided to discontinue their GTP program.
What is wrong with NASCAR and what we think can fix it. Red Bull makes changes and will it help before Ford comes in next season. GM making headlines and are they true. Tight points battle for the drivers championship between Piastri and Norris, who will win it all with 10 races left.
In this episode, Antonio and Norman dive into an action-packed weekend of motorsport, starting with a look at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans. They break down the drama and strategy of the F1 Grand Prix in Montreal before wrapping up with an in-depth look at NASCAR's thrilling debut in Mexico City. From high-speed battles to standout performances, it’s a global tour of racing you won’t want to miss.
In this high-speed episode, Antonio and Norman break down the latest in motorsport action. They discuss Denny Hamlin's thrilling victory at the FireKeepers Casino 400 in Michigan, the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal where Max Verstappen aims for a record fourth consecutive win, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans, where for Antonio's sake, hopefully Ferrari can 4-peat. Tune in for insights and predictions on these exciting races.
Join Antonio and Norman as they discuss this past weekend's Formula 1 race in Spain, and the NASCAR race at Nashville Superspeedway!
Join Antonio and Norman as they discuss the NASCAR All Star Race, the Indy 500 qualifying, and this past weekend's F1 race at Imola.
Join Antonio and Norman as they touch on NASCAR at Kansas, then Texas, as well as F1 in Miami and a preview to the upcoming Imola race.
Join Antonio and Norman as they discuss the NASCAR events that took place at Talladega, as well as a preview of the upcoming Miami Formula One race.
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