Dirty Air F1

Yuki Tsunoda's performance coach Michael Italiano (our first ever guest!)

Mon Jul 17 2023

Formula OneRacingDriver SupportWeight and HydrationTeam DynamicsMental StrengthDrivers' CareersFormula One's InfluenceRace PredictionsFan Reactions

Description

The episode covers various topics related to Formula One racing, including race excitement, driver support, weight and hydration, team dynamics, mindset and mental strength, drivers' careers, Formula One's influence beyond racing, and race predictions. The discussions touch on subjects such as superstitions, driver performance, physical attributes, and potential movie roles for Formula One drivers. The episode also includes insights into the challenges faced by drivers and the importance of mental strength in sports.

Insights

Superstitions and Performance

There is a superstition in F1 that celebrating or changing livery before an important race brings bad luck.

Supporting Drivers

The guest discusses their role in providing support for drivers on race weekends, including concerns about being on the podcast and the impact of sexual activities on performance.

Weight and Hydration

Drivers' weight affects the car's weight, leading to minimum and maximum weight requirements. Rehydration is achieved through a mix of electrolytes, carbohydrates, and menthol.

Team Dynamics

Different teams have different agendas, with some having clear number one and number two drivers. Rumors circulate about potential driver changes, adding more competition at the top of the grid.

Mental Strength

Mental strength plays a significant role in sports like tennis and Formula One. Maintaining calm in the face of adversity is crucial.

Drivers' Careers

The burden of famous names affects drivers like Mick Schumacher. Nico Rosberg is seen as having the mental strength to beat Lewis Hamilton.

Formula One's Influence

Formula One drivers possess physical traits that could make them excel in other sports. Potential movie roles for Formula One drivers are discussed.

Race Predictions

Predictions for the upcoming race include Yuki Sonoda's performance and potential surprises like George Russell winning due to food poisoning.

Fan Reactions

Yuki Sonoda's fan reaction at Silverstone is highlighted, showcasing his popularity despite challenges with the car.

Summary

Transcript

Racing and F1

00:02 - 06:58

A car race is about to be watched, with the hosts describing it as nerds trying to be cool.
Max Alcaras won a race, showcasing the excitement of someone else winning.
F1 drivers enjoy attending Wimbledon because it adds an element of unpredictability and conceals branding.
Michael Ataliamo, known for his appearances on Drive To Survive and The Witcher, is introduced as a guest.
Drive To Survive focuses on different races or drives, featuring teams in their respective uniforms.
Mercedes had their worst race ever during a celebration of their 50 years in F1 at the Germany race three years ago.
There is a superstition in F1 that celebrating or changing livery before an important race brings bad luck.
Yuki Sonotas' performance coach has transitioned from being Daniel Riccardo's performance coach, focusing on fitness and mental health for the drivers.

Support for Drivers

06:34 - 13:00

The guest discusses their role in providing support for drivers on race weekends.
They express nervousness about being on the podcast and the fear of getting fired.
There is a discussion about the policy regarding drivers having sex before a race and its potential impact on performance.
Tyson Fury encourages masturbation for peak performance.
The guest plans to release their own brand of lube.
A conversation ensues about which driver is best in bed, with differing opinions shared.
There is speculation about Sergio Perez shaving his beard for marginal gains in performance.

Weight and Hydration

12:33 - 18:41

Drivers' weight affects the weight of the car, leading to minimum and maximum weight requirements.
Lighter drivers have more weight flexibility, while heavier drivers need to account for weight loss during the race.
Drivers are weighed after the race to ensure accuracy of their reference weight.
A mix of electrolytes, carbohydrates, and menthol is given to drivers in the car for rehydration.
Menthol is added to provide a cooling effect as fluids in the car can get hot during the race.
Water weight lost by drivers gets absorbed into their fire suits.
There may or may not be Red Bull in Red Bull cans on the track.
A drummer accidentally doused herself with water instead of Monster Energy during a show on Warped Tour.
Yuki Tsunoda's high-quality Japanese diet leads to jokes about him being eaten first if stranded on a desert island with F1 drivers.

Drivers and Performance

18:15 - 24:53

Discussion about which Formula 1 drivers would be tasty to eat based on their diets and physical attributes.
Saunas and ice baths are mentioned as beneficial for the body.
Personal experiences with ice baths and cold plunges are shared.
The popularity of ice baths among drivers after races is highlighted.
Chefs face logistical challenges in providing enough ice for all trainers and drivers.
Each driver has their own performance coach.
Training Danny Ricciardo and now Yuki Tsunoda as teammates presents challenges of beating a teammate while also supporting them in Formula 1.

Teams and Drivers

24:23 - 31:32

Different teams have different agendas, with some having clear number one and number two drivers.
Yuki Tsunoda sees racing against Daniel Ricciardo as a great opportunity to prove himself.
Introducing a third driver provides another reference point for the quality of the car and drivers.
Insiders likely have a better understanding of whether it's the car or the driver at fault for performance issues.
Rumors circulate about Lando Norris or Charles Leclerc potentially joining Red Bull, adding more competition at the top of the grid.
It would be preferable to see teams like Mercedes, Ferrari, and McLaren closer to Red Bull in terms of performance.
Despite recent average performances, Sergio Perez has contributed significantly to Red Bull's success and is unlikely to be replaced mid-season.
Speculation about drivers changing teams generates interest when on-track competition is lacking.
Formula One drivers possess physical traits that could make them excel in other sports, such as boxing due to their strong necks.

Mindset and Mental Strength

31:03 - 37:30

Different Formula One drivers have different physiques.
Yuki Tsunoda's mindset is a focus this year, emphasizing staying calm and accepting adversity.
During races, Yuki's communication on the radio includes swearing.
In Formula One, it is important to focus on what you can control and accept things that are out of your control.
Maintaining calm in the face of adversity and adapting to unexpected situations is crucial in sports like boxing and stand-up comedy.
Mental strength plays a significant role in sports like tennis and Formula One.
Determining the most naturally gifted Formula One driver with potential mental drawbacks is difficult without insider information.

Drivers and Career

37:09 - 43:17

Nico Rosberg is seen as having the mental strength to beat Lewis Hamilton.
Ferrari drivers have been stressed out with the Ferrari car in recent years.
Felipe Massa was considered unlucky for not winning a championship.
Mick Schumacher deserves a second chance to prove himself as a good driver.
The burden of being called Michael Schumacher affected Mick's career.
Mick Schumacher once complained about his seat not being straight.
Toto Wolff's concern for Nick Tavris is shown through their lunch meeting.
No interaction between Brad Pitt and the podcast host at the back of the grid is mentioned.
'Apex' movie plot prediction: a comeback story of a down and out driver against the reigning world champ.

Formula One and Beyond

42:48 - 49:37

The plot of every Tom Cruise film follows a similar pattern of crisis of confidence.
There will likely be an age-appropriate love story in the film involving Formula One drivers.
Real drivers are involved in the film, walking up and down the paddock with them.
Max, Lewis, Signs, and Uki are suggested as potential leads for the film.
Signs is described as a leading man who likes jokes but is serious when needed.
Basketball and tennis are mentioned as potential sports to pursue after F1.
The athleticism of basketball players and tennis players is praised.
NBA teams of interest include the Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Houston Rockets, and San Antonio Spurs.
Patrick Ewing is remembered fondly as an old-school NBA player.
Nick Curios is suggested as a tennis player to train due to his talent and challenges with maintaining love for the sport.

Race Predictions and Fan Reactions

49:17 - 54:12

Nick is mentioned as a favorite tennis player to watch, especially in the Netflix documentary.
Predictions for the upcoming race are made, with differing opinions on the winners.
Yuki Sonoda is predicted to be in first, second, and third place by different people.
Max Verstappen is predicted to win by one person.
Lewis Hamilton is predicted to come second or third based on experience and car performance.
McLaren is expected to perform well in Budapest.
Sergio Perez is expected to bounce back after a poor performance.
A personal deal involves celebrating points with Unagroni cocktails.
The Nogronis in Baku were enjoyed by some of the participants.
There are predictions about George Russell getting food poisoning and Mick Schumacher winning as a result.
Yuki's fan reaction at Silverstone was mind-blowing, and he's performing well despite challenges with the car.