Hard Compound
Hard Compound is everybody's most beloved father and son F1 podcast. We discuss the money, the tech, the sponsors, the media, and the racing of Formula 1 from a uniquely American perspective.
Episodes
138 episodes
Star Trek, Game of Thrones, and those Disgraceful Teletubbies. It's the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix.
The 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix was the denouement we deserved to the first half of the season. Close racing, stupid penalties, and enough drama to keep us engaged over the European-enforced summer break. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compou...
Software Bugs, Battery Settings, and the Belgian Grand Prix
You've time traveled to 2026. You get to watch your favorite sport, Formula 1. It's more popular than ever. But, wait. Why are the drivers complaining about battery settings? And why are they cursing software glitches? And what's with this AI s...
A Scooby Doo Mystery at the 2026 British Grand Prix
No yellow flag violation. An errant umbrella. A most peculiar safety car software glitch. And who was that mysterious fellow hawking his new book? Well, gang. It looks like we've got another F1 mystery on our hands. Join Brian and Patrick on th...
AI in F1. Does it Belong?
Forget the engine controversy. In this episode, we discuss how AI could completely transform Formula 1. Probably not for the better. A topic we will revisit regularly. Plus, our coverage of the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix. But, wait. There's more....
It Looks Like They're Going to Sacrifice Leclerc. The 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix.
Lewis gets his first win for Ferrari! But what does this say about Charles Leclerc? And what does it mean for Mercedes? We answer these questions and more from the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix. Can Lewis Hamilton really win his 8t...
A Generational Talent Wins a Race That Needs to be Retired. Monaco Grand Prix 2026.
We have resisted this topic for years. But it now must be addressed. Should the Monaco Grand Prix be retired? F1 is now so big and yes, so American, that the sport no longer needs Monaco. But we love it. We absolutely love it. We love the setti...
Old Man Take a Look at My Life. Kimi Antonelli and the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix.
All I do is win. Again. Another win for Kimi Antonelli, and an even bigger heartbreak for George Russell. Is time running out? Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for our analysis of the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix. Plus!
Hot laps, fast cars, and tiny batteries. At the 2026 Miami Grand Prix.
Will Kimi Antonelli get to 10 wins before George Russell? Wait. Will Kimi Antonelli get to 10 wins before Charles Leclerc? Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound to get all the answers. Patrick explains how the current pow...
It's the end of F1 as we know it and I feel fine
A special episode of Hard Compound. As Formula 1's long break comes to a close, Patrick and Brian examine all that F1 is leaving behind. The end of old school F1, daddy drivers, hustlers, and the fighter pilot mentality. ...
How Formula 1 is Taking Over Hollywood
April races cancelled? Improvise. Let's ask all the big questions in F1 that nobody else does but that everyone wants to know. Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for all the answers. Plus, our discussion on F1 and Hollywood. Hollywood ...
Formula 1 Belongs to Gen Alpha Now
At the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix, teenager Kimi Antonelli wins again. The youngest championship leader ever. Just as these new F1 regulations reveal a stark split between younger and older drivers (and fans). Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard C...
But the Strong Start on Sunday. Chinese Grand Prix 2026.
Why is Toto Wolff smiling? Wait. Why is Lewis Hamilton smiling? And why is Max threatening to take his toys and go home? Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound for the answers, and more. Kimi Antonelli won his first F1 Gra...
The Boys Are Back In Town. It's the 2026 Australian Grand Prix.
We are back! New season, new rules, new teams. Starting in Melbourne. Unless you're Oscar Piastri.Our resident EV engineer explains how these new F1 cars work, and why so many are upset about it, particularly the drivers. ...
Our Way Too Soon Predictions for F1 2026
It's time! Brian and Patrick have seen enough, heard enough, read enough. We are ready to deliver our predictions for the F1 2026 season. It's all here. Driver champion, Constructor, streaks broken, first win, best rookie, first to be sacked, a...
F1 is no longer a sport. F1 is a platform.
Our open discussion -- we are still working through these ideas -- on how F1 has rapidly evolved from a (mostly) European sport into a global platform with multiple massive revenue-generating ecosystems. New fortunes will be made and new person...
The 2025 Formula 1 Effy Awards
It's that time of year again! The annual "Effys." Our completely non-official Formula 1 awards for best driver, best team, worst driver, worst team, best rookie, best cry, dumbest move, favorite race, and more! Join Patrick and Bria...
The America Takeover of Formula 1
The episode we've waited 6 years to record! The America takeover of Formula 1. Join your hosts Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for this special episode. Why this time, America is not leaving the sport. How ...
The Winners and Losers of F1 2025
Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound. This special holiday episode is all about the winners and losers of the F1 2025 season, with some big surprises. But, wait. There's more. The demise of the casual F1 fan. <...
This is the day your life will surely change. Lando Norris, 2025 F1 champion.
Pools of sorrow, waves of joy, but Lando Norris stands above the rest. Defeating Max Verstappen and his McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound to discuss how Lando never lost focus, always battled the doubt...
Man in the Mirror. McLarens Self Sabotage at the Qatar Grand Prix.
The 2025 Qatar Grand Prix delivered a lifetime's worth of Formula 1 conspiracy theories. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for full race coverage, including:The reasons behind McLaren "sabotaging" Oscar's race. We entertai...
If you like it then you shoulda put a ring on it. Everything that happened at the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix.
This is not over! Lando Norris, disqualified. Both McLarens, disqualified! Max Verstappen now in P2 with 2 races to go! Relive our shock and awe from the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix.How did McLaren allow this to happen? ...
Listen all y'all, it's a Sabotage. At the 2025 Mexico Grand Prix.
Is it sabotage? Or is the grind of this long season finally getting to Oscar Piastri? And why don't the Mexican fans like Lando Norris? Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for our review of the 2025 Mexico Grand Prix. Plus!<...
Austin, America, and Apple Inc.
The heat is on. And it's getting especially hot for current leader, Oscar Piastri. But while Team Papaya falters, Max Verstappen continues his incredible late-season overtake. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for our review of the 20...
Bizarre Love Triangle. Fallout from the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix.
Tea. Earl Grey. Hot. Things got heated in Singapore, mostly after the race. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound for a full analysis of the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix and our predictions for how the season will now play out.Th...
Not Me. Not Hermione. Max!
Could Max Verstappen actually pull this off? Win his 5th consecutive championship? We tell you. We also tell you which Harry Potter house Max and the other drivers would be chosen into. Plus, our Azerbaijan Grand Prix analysis. Always an intrig...