2 Soft Compounds
2 Soft Compounds is a weekly podcast focusing on Formula 1, hosted by radio broadcaster Rick Houghton and motorsport journalist and GrandPrix247 founder, Paul Velasco.
With a focus on unfiltered analysis, behind-the-scenes insights and expert commentary, the podcast offers fans an entertaining and informative take on the fastest sport in the world.
Podcasting since 2025 • 30 episodes
2 Soft Compounds
Latest Episodes
The Rise & Fall of Lewis Hamilton
The Rise & Fall of Lewis Hamilton. This week on 2 Soft Compounds, we're dedicating the whole podcast to Lewis Hamilton who's dream Ferrari move is rapidly becoming a nightmare. Hosts Rick and Paul, alongside spec...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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30:15
Hungarian GP: May The Best McLaren Win!
Hungarian GP: May The Best McLaren Win! This week on 2 Soft Compounds, Rick and Paul dive into the drama of the Hungarian Grand Prix - a race where technical compromises stole the spotlight and McLaren cemented its p...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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33:07
Belgian GP: When Is Wet, Wet? And Other Stories From Spa!
This week on 2 Soft Compounds, Rick and Paul dissect a Belgian Grand Prix that had all the ingredients for chaos - then delivered a soggy serving of frustration. Rain before lights out, endless delays and a sport still terrified of a little wat...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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32:13
Spa Shenanigans, Max’s Mystery Meetings & Horner’s Heir – It’s Belgian GP Time!
Spa Shenanigans, Max’s Mystery Meetings & Horner’s Heir – It’s Belgian GP Time!This week on Two Soft Compounds, Rick and Jad Mallak gear up for the high-speed chaos of Spa-Francorchamps - where the forecast is part ra...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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30:56
Midseason Mayhem: Horner's Exit, Max's Future and McLaren's Championship Battle.
Midseason Mayhem: Horners Exit, Max's Future and McLaren's Championship Battle.This week on Two Soft Compounds, Rick and Paul unpack a jaw-dropping first half of the 2025 Formula One season. McLaren has gone from dark hor...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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29:15