Small Torque Podcast

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.

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 to choose from. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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.

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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!

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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 mailbox episode on its way soon, so if you have a question you want answered, send them across to smalltorquepodcast@gmail.com. Feel free to include your name and social media if you want a shoutout, if not state that you wish to stay anonymous! 

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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. 

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 in a modern F1 car 👀

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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 starstruck. 

Thanks for all the love and support on the podcast as ever. Be sure to give the show five stars if you’re enjoying it and I can’t wait to record more episodes just like this! 

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. 

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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. 

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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 also hit 100k plays since I launched this back in February, I am so incredibly grateful to each and every one of you that have listened, liked or shared this podcast. You’re all the absolute best. Love you besties. 

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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 second episode in as many days, the real question remains… will Katy now not upload anything for another month? Only time will tell. 

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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 support for the podcast.  Be sure to give the show five stars if you’re enjoying it and I can’t wait to get settled and create an amazing podcast studio for Small Torque.

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 inspired songs. Shame. 

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 your kind words and comments as you waited for me to FINALLY upload something new. You’re the best. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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!

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. 

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.

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.

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!