The Female Drive
Created for all fans of Formula 1 and Motorsport. We know that diversity exists within the sport but it begs the question, what can we do to create an accurate image of the motorsport community? And how do we ultimately make it more inclusive? Join Estelle Clapham, as she explores the world of motorsport through interviews and race reviews, with a strong focus on equity, as we collectively push for change.
Episodes
44 episodes
Special Edition - Girlhood, Boyhood, and How Liam Payne's Death Made Me Reflect on Them Both
In this episode, we explore the unexpected impact of Liam Payne’s death on girlhood and its connection to motorsport’s own challenges with exclusivity. I reflect on how One Direction's music shaped a generation of women, providing a sense of co...
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Ali Donnelly
In this episode, we're honoured to host Ali Donnelly, CEO of More than Equal and a driving force in the world of sports and beyond. Join Estelle as Ali shares her inspiring journey from communications to becoming a leading advocate...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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59:40
Karlai Warner
On this episode, we shine the spotlight on Karlai Warner, a 17-year-old racing sensation who is blazing a trail in the world of motorsports. As one of the first Indigenous Australians to compete on the racing circuit, Karlai's journey is nothin...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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Megan Varela Nunes
Join us this episode with our special guest, Megan Varela Nunes, the driving force behind "By Megs," a fashion and accessories label revolutionising the F1 merchandise market for female fans.In a sport historically dominated by male enth...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:08:42
Taylor Peet
On this Episode, we dive into the world of Motocross with Taylor Peet, a trailblazing force in the sport. From her humble beginnings racing around the family farm to breaking barriers in the male-dominated arena of Motocross, Taylor's journey i...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:04:00
Maddi Patterson
On this episode, we sit down with Maddi Patterson, owner of Sekhmet Racing and founder of PHNX Media. Maddi's remarkable journey has seen her become a trailblazer in the world of motorcycling and media.In November 2020, Mad...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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McLaren x TFD - Bec Constable
In this Women’s History Month special, presented in partnership with McLaren Racing, we explore the transformative journey of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the realm of motorsport.Meet Bec Constable, the Director of Peopl...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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53:59
McLaren x TFD - Amelia Lewis
In celebration of International Women's Day, join us in an exciting collaboration with McLaren Racing as we delve into the world of motorsports and diversity. Our special guest, Amelia Lewis, a performance engineer at McLaren Racing, brings her...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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Special Edition Episode - What I learned reading vile online comments about F1
CONTENT WARNING - The content covered in this episode can be confronting. While we do not believe in highlighting hate & toxicity, it is important to understand the reality of online culture in order to change it. We recommend no...
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Talk Like a Fan - Saudi GP 2022
Made by fans, for fans. "Talk like a Fan" is a brand new race review series produced by The Female Drive and hosted by Estelle Clapham.This particular episode is not a regular "Talk Like a Fan" episode.Please use the following r...
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Talk Like a Fan - Bahrain GP 2022
Made by fans, for fans. "Talk like a Fan" is a brand new race review series produced by The Female Drive. Hosted by Estelle Clapham with various guests to help co-host. On this Episode, Estelle is joined by Caitlin Wood (featured i...
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The Reserve Drivers - Tensions, Trauma & Trailblazers
The Reserve Drivers are a comedy duo hailing from Melbourne, Australia. As two huge fans of Formula One, Luke Rocca and Tim McDonald realised that there wasn't much humorous content in the F1 world. Due to this, The Reserve Drivers was bo...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:07:08
Matt Bishop - Part Two
Matt Bishop's career has spanned decades within the Motorsport Industry but more specifically in Formula One. He has taken on various roles, from a Journalist and Editor, to the Director of communications, initially with McLaren F1 Team and now...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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47:58
Matt Bishop - Part One
Matt Bishop's career has spanned decades within the Motorsport Industry but more specifically in Formula One. He has taken on various roles, from a Journalist and Editor, to the Director of communications, initially with McLaren F1 Team and now...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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Izabella Rekiel
Izy has worked predominantly in the creative world when one day she was given a chance opportunity and thrown into the world of Motorsport. Through this process, she was given another opportunity to become the Impact Correspondent for the Extre...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:04:25
Laura Byrnes
Laura Byrnes took the unconventional route into motorsport when she was exposed to Speedway at age 10. After that moment, she moved straight into the sport as a driver and hasn't looked back. She is a first generation racer meaning she is the f...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:03:22
Cleo Collins
Cleo Collins had started progressing her career in an industry outside of motorsport, when she realised that her passion lay with cars and racing. Fast forward to 2021, she is currently a race mechanic within the W Series and there is no stoppi...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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52:35
Garry Connelly
As former Rally competitors, Garry Connelly and his wife Monique have privately launched and sponsored an organisation called Racing Together. Racing Together was created to show Indigenous boys and girls aged between 12 and 16 a way into Motor...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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34:59
Richard Morris
Richard Morris is a British racing driver currently competing with CW Performance Praga in the Britcar Endurance Championship. He has become a champion for change and created an organisation called Racing Pride, which along with Stonewall UK, w...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:06:06
Samantha Leeks
Sam Leeks moved into the world of Formula One straight out of university when she joined the Redbull Racing Team. Her career has taken on many roles since then, including within Formula One and the Endurance Racing world. She is currently...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:03:55
Jessica Dane
The V8 Supercars are a fan favourite in Australia. Jessica Dane has taken on the role of Commercial Operations & is a team owner of the Triple Eight Race Engineering team. As a woman within the sport, she brought the FIA's Girls on Tr...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:11:00
Talk Like a Fan - Dutch GP
Made by fans, for fans. "Talk like a Fan" is a brand new race review series produced by The Female Drive. Hosted by Estelle Clapham with various guests to help co-host. On this Episode as a Father's Day Special, Estelle celebrates ...
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21:46
Talk Like a Fan - Belgian GP
Made by fans, for fans. "Talk like a Fan" is a brand new race review series produced by The Female Drive. Hosted by Estelle Clapham with various guests to help co-host. On this Episode, Estelle discusses the Formula 1 Belgian Grand...
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