Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
Welcome back to another episode of The Apex Podcast! This week, we are happy to have Josh back! He'll save all his adventures from the London F1 Arcade and Silverstone Museum for the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia break weeks. This week, we dive into the Chinese Grand Prix weekend, talk about our reactions to the 2026 regulations so far, and then wrap up with Meredith's experience at the Inaugural IndyCar Grand Prix of Arlington. Follow us and engage with us on socials! The Apex | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree

Monday Mar 09, 2026
Monday Mar 09, 2026
Welcome back to another episode of The Apex Podcast! This week, we are so lucky to be joined by Hotlap_Hannah to debrief the first race of the 2026 F1 Season! We dive into all the details of the season opener, discussing new regulations, race highlights, driver performances, and the evolving team dynamics. We are pumped for all the nuances of this exciting season. Follow us and engage on socials The Apex | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree and go follow Hotlap_Hannah! If you're in the Chicago area, stay tuned for more info on Hannah's watch party!

Monday Feb 23, 2026
Monday Feb 23, 2026
Welcome back to another episode of The Apex F1 Podcast! This week, we cover the latest in Formula 1 testing, make predictions for the upcoming Australian Grand Prix and the whole season, and share insights into IndyCar and NASCAR. We also talk about updates to our scoring system for each race and talk through how we will award points. Follow and engage with us on social media! The Apex | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree

Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Welcome back to another episode of The Apex Podcast! This week, we discuss the latest developments in Formula One preseason testing, including concerns over new regulations, driver performance, and the impact of turbo lag on race starts. We also debrief recent Daytona 500, highlighting the excitement and unpredictability of NASCAR racing. The conversation emphasizes the challenges teams face in adapting to new regulations and the potential for improvement as the season progresses.
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Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Welcome back to another episode of The Apex F1 Podcast!
This week, we discuss the recent livery launches for Cadillac, McLaren, and Aston Martin. We dive in on the Super Bowl's impact on F1 promotions, share thoughts on the new liveries, and talk about our expectations for preseason testing in Bahrain. The conversation highlights the evolving dynamics of F1, the importance of fan engagement, and the anticipation for the new regulations that promise to shake up the competition. As always, engage with us and share your thoughts with us on social media! The Apex | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree

Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Welcome back to another episode of The Apex Podcast!
This week, the trio is back to debrief the F1 Shakedown, talk about the new liveries, team merch, and other F1 related news. In addition to all the great F1 discussion, we dive into a discussion on IndyCar, including the race in DC and the IndyCar car release. We wrap up talking about the NASCAR Clash at Bowman Gray for the kickoff to the season. As always, subscribe and engage with us on socials! The Apex | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree

Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Welcome back to another episode of the Apex Podcast!
So sorry for the technical difficulties this week! We tried to record earlier this week and Meredith had issues today! Nonetheless, we got it done! This week, we discuss the excitement surrounding the upcoming motorsports season! In this episode, we have some lively discussions about various aspects of motorsports, including F1 liveries, team performances, and the IMSA Rolex 24 endurance race. Tune in for our latest episode and as always, follow us on our socials!
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Monday Jan 19, 2026
Monday Jan 19, 2026
Welcome back to the first episode of 2026!
This week, we have the honor of having Celine and Gracie from Podium Pop join us! They share a bit of background on how Podium Pop got started, then we dive in on the latest F1 topics- LIVERY REVEALS! But we spend the majority of this episode diving in on IMSA. This weekend kicks off the 2026 season at the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona. We round out the episode with a bit of IndyCar chat.
We hope you enjoy this cross over! As always, subscribe to the pod and engage with us on socials! The Apex | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to 2026: New Beginnings01:41 Introducing Podium Pop: A Shared Passion07:38 Breaking F1 News: Livery Launches14:57 Rolex 24: Anticipation and Excitement22:49 Diving into IMSA: A New Adventure39:43 Watching Endurance Racing: Tips and Tricks42:09 Following the Rolex 24: Strategies and Tools43:54 Favorite Drivers and Teams in IMSA46:52 The Future of Endurance Racing: F1 Drivers Joining49:21 Booking Strategies for Race Events57:51 IndyCar Season Preview and Expectations

Monday Dec 29, 2025
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Welcome back to another episode of The Apex Podcast!
In this episode, we dive into the 2025 Apex Awards. This is a new annual tradition where we give out five awards- least favorite race of the season, favorite race of the season, Rookie of the Year, Worst Team of the Year, and finally Best Team of the Year! We wrap up with reflections on the season and excitement for the upcoming 2026 season, including new regulations and potential collaborations with other creators.
Thank you all for a WONDERFUL 2025 season and we can't wait to be back for 2026! Don't forget to follow us on socials and subscribe for more content! The Apex | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree

Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Welcome back to another episode of the Apex Podcast!
In this episode, we discuss the conclusion of the 2025 Formula One season, focusing on the Abu Dhabi race, Lando Norris's championship win, and the performances of various drivers and teams. We delve into the dynamics between Lando and Oscar Piastri, the strategies employed by teams like Williams and Ferrari, and the impact of team principals like James Vowles. The conversation also touches on Max Verstappen's growth as a driver, the importance of radio communications, and predictions for the upcoming season.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Season Wrap-Up03:00 Race Analysis and Key Moments22:38 Leadership and Accountability in Racing34:55 Communication Breakdown: Radio Missteps48:06 Max Verstappen's Growth and Maturity57:32 Excitement for New Regulations and Future Predictions01:00:51 Season Recap and Predictions Game


