A dive into the world of Formula One with your hosts Noah, Griggs and Ben. To hear the show live, join us every Friday at 1 PM CST on weglfm.com. To stay connected with us, follow our show Twitter @SMOPpodcast (https://twitter.com/SMOPpodcast).
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Formula 1 royalty David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan share their forthright opinions on life inside and outside the paddock. Join every week for a unique take on sport, business, media and motor sport with DC and EJ shooting straight from the hip. Full of insight, analysis and life lessons with two of sport’s great storytellers, and plenty of special guests along the way. Produced by Whisper Executive Production by Whisper & New Strange Recorded & Edited by New Strange Hosted on Acast. See aca ...
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In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.
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Journaling for Rapid Self-Reflection and Business Growth (Kim Ades)
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Kim Ades delves into the transformative power of journaling, comparing it to navigating darkness with a guiding light. Her journal-based coaching approach helps clients unearth deep-seated beliefs, challenge negative self-talk, disrupt patterns, and achieve rapid, remarkable, and lasting growth. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr.…
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DC is without EJ again this week. Don't worry… he and his growl will be back next week! F1’s lead commentator, Alex Jacques, returns to FFS! to help DC build the ultimate F1 driver by combining the best traits of past and present legends. Who will they pick? Anchors! We’d also love to hear which drivers you would choose to create the ultimate F1 dr…
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RB ousts Daniel Ricciardo for Liam Lawson
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What’s next for Daniel Ricciardo? Did he deserve a more fitting farewell? Is Liam Lawson ready to take the leap into a full-time F1 seat? DC is without EJ this week, as he's fully embracing the F1 mini-break and putting that Aston Martin money to good use! To keep things lively, DC has invited a familiar voice that every F1 fan will recognise: none…
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Smooth Operators(9/27/2024) - An ode to Daniel Ricciardo
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Noah, Griggs, and Ben are back in the WEGL 91.1 FM bullpen to talk about the world of F1 reacting to the news of Danny Ric's exit from the world of F1. Breaking down F1's use of Ricciardo in their promotional material for hype of the upcoming races as well as a retrospective on his career. The boys also break down the Singapore GP, breaking down ra…
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Embracing Fear in Writing to Build Resilience (Ally Machate)
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Ever insightful, Ally Machate emphasizes embracing personal definitions of success and the acceptance of fear in writing. She shares strategies for overcoming “comparison-itis” and leveraging rejection to build resilience, all while maintaining a unique contribution to the literary world. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena …
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How has McLaren overtaken Red Bull this season? What does Ferrari need to do to challenge McLaren? Why are Red Bull struggling to find pace? Former Ferrari, Williams, Jordan Grand Prix engineer, Rob Smedley, returns to FFS to catch up with DC and EJ. Rob believes that Lewis Hamilton's resurgence this season will carry into 2025, positioning Ferrari…
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Smooth Operators (9/20/2024) - Oscar "Castle" Piastri
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The boys are in the WEGL 91.1FM Podcast studio to talk about Baku, the F1 Driver Market, and a look ahead to the Singapore Grand Prix. The boys are back and in a big way. www.WEGLFM.comBy Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin
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Baku Drama & Eddie's Inside Scoop on the Newey Deal
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Is Piastri the biggest threat to Verstappen’s world title bid? Who was at fault when Sainz and Checo collided on the penultimate lap? How do Red Bull regain their early season form? DC and EJ review the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where Oscar Piastri claimed his second GP win after his superb race-winning overtake against Charles Leclerc. In December 20…
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The Art and Science of a Successful Peer Learning (Jay Fairbrother)
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As an expert in mastermind groups, Jay Fairbrother deeply understands the components and complexities of peer learning. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her profe…
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Adrian Newey rejects Ferrari for Aston Martin & Mark Webber’s Melbourne Miracle
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Why did Adrian Newey choose Aston Martin over Ferrari? How long will it take Aston Martin to go from pretenders to contenders? What parallels can be drawn between Aston Martin now and Red Bull when Newey joined them in 2006? EJ shares exclusive insights into Adrian Newey's major move to Aston Martin in 2025. Plus, Mark Webber returns to join DC and…
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Smooth Operators (9/6/2024) - Season 3 Premiere
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The boys are back for year 3 of the Smooth Operators podcast. On this episode of the show, the boys talk about Charles Leclerc winning the Italian Grand Prix, the driver market, what is going on at Red Bull and who will win the constructors and drivers championships.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin
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Mark Webber: Managing Piastri & what went on with McLaren in Monza (Part 1)
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Who is McLaren’s number 1 driver? Is this the end of Red Bull and Verstappen’s dominance? Why are Ferrari so inconsistent? DC, EJ and Mark Webber break down last weekend’s extraordinary Grand Prix in Monza, where Ferrari claimed their first home win since 2019…. thanks to Charles Leclerc’s one-stop gamble. Plus, Webber, who is now managing Oscar Pi…
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Avoiding Analysis Paralysis (Krista Martin)
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Business coach Krista Martin takes a systematic approach to solid growth that places emphasis on strong decision-making. She advocates for swift action over excessive research, urging listeners to embrace imperfection, minimize decision fatigue, and focus on evolving skills as your business grows. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host D…
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Are McLaren set to dominate F1? Newey to Alpine?
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Did Lando's win in Zandvoort signal the start of a new era of McLaren dominance in F1? What did Flavio Briatore discuss with Eddie after his recent appearance on the podcast? DC and EJ discuss all things happening in F1 coming off the summer break and look ahead to this weekend's Italian Grand Prix. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-fr…
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What will the 2026 regulations mean for F1? Which team will Max Verstappen be driving for by then? And will DC finally get Eddie to say where Adrian Newey is going? F1 is back after the summer break but DC & EJ are looking way beyond Zandvoort. They put Eddie's powers of prediction to good use by revealing what the future holds for F1 and some of i…
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Dr. Irena is joined by Anke Herrmann to discuss the importance of downtime for reducing stress and improving productivity. Clients often feel guilty taking time off, but breaks lead to better sleep, health, and work output. Likewise, downtime is crucial for the insights that propel success. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Iren…
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Flavio Briatore: The future of Alpine & Fernando Alonso (Part 2)
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Why has Flavio returned to F1 with Alpine? What are his goals for the team? What are the secrets of his 20+ year ‘marriage’ to Fernando Alonso? The flamboyant Flavio Briatore is back to discuss all this and more with Eddie, while DC continues to battle his dodgy internet connection. This episode was recorded at the end of July. Anchors, you can now…
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Flavio Briatore: Schumacher, Verstappen & bringing entertainment to F1 (Part 1)
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How did a ‘t-shirt salesman’ who’d never watched an F1 race, become one of its most successful team principals? Flavio Briatore is this week’s guest on FFS! to tell the story of his remarkable, and often controversial, career in the paddock. If you’d like to hear the second episode NOW, it’s already available to FFS! Club members. Sign up at https:…
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Reframing Imposter Syndrome (Melanie Benson)
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Dr. Irena and Melanie Benson discuss imposter syndrome — feeling like a fraud despite being competent and achieving success. It’s driven by past experiences that lower self-worth and encourage perfectionism. And although the predictive brain fuels imposter syndrome, it can also help overcome it. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr.…
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“It’s a shocking situation…” EJ and DC are back with their reactions to last weekend’s race in Spa and the post-race disqualification of George Russell. Plus they discuss whether we’ll really see a title race this year and Eddie has doubts about whether Audi will be a success in F1. Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bon…
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Should Lando have ignored team orders in Hungary?
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There’s plenty to talk about this week on FFS! DC and EJ discuss all the fallout from the Hungarian Grand Prix - whether Lando was right to move aside for Oscar Piastri, why Max seemed so angry and who was to blame for his collision with Lewis Hamilton. They also weigh in on Max’s future at Red Bull and why DC might be wrong about where Adrian Newe…
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In this insightful episode, Dov Gordon stresses the value of creating simple processes and sticking to them, while Dr. Irena highlights that willpower can be built by regularly pushing yourself slightly beyond your comfort zones. Consistent, incremental improvement is crucial for long-term success. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host …
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Madness & the Media: The inside story of Jordan’s greatest PR moves
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DC and Eddie are joined this week by the former head of press and PR at Jordan Grand Prix, Giselle Davies. She recalls how the F1 underdogs wowed the media with stunts like a circus-inspired car launch and by bringing in models like Katie Price (aka the other Jordan). Plus how she dealt with drivers like Gerhard Berger and Ralf Schumacher and tried…
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Lewis is back: The Winners & Losers of Silverstone
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Lewis Hamilton is back on top of the podium once again. Eddie Jordan gives his winners and losers from a thrilling British Grand Prix and names the young driver he thinks is destined to be a world champion. Plus, listen to DC and EJ's live show from the main stage at Silverstone. Featuring great stories, some boos, some cheers and a misfiring t-shi…
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Is Visualization Just Fantasy? (Jason Moss)
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Dr. Irena is joined by Jason Moss to discuss the widely touted technique of visualization. The two explore the line between what people think visualization is and what actually happens in the mind, while clarifying the roles of fantasy versus expectation and process versus outcome. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien…
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Did Max go too far? Is Lewis in decline?
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Who was in the right, Max or Lando? Was George Russell lucky to pick up his second Grand Prix victory in Austria? And why is Flavio Briatore back in F1? David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan weigh in on all the big stories from a dramatic period in the F1 season. Plus they look ahead to Silverstone and reflect on this week’s tributes to Gil de Ferran. A…
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Working with Clarkson & which drivers should’ve been world champions?
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Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! What was it like working with Jeremy Clarkson on Top Gear? Which South American does DC think could’ve been F1 world champion? What are EJ’s favourite places to visit on holiday? FFS! goes global this week as DC and EJ answer questions from some of our internati…
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Smooth Operators (6/24/2024)- Summer Shenanigans Episode 3: Nice
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The boys are back in studio for this episode! First they talk about the F1 news, then they recap the Spanish Grand Prix and wrap up with their picks and preview of the Austrian Grand Prix.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin
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Embracing Fear in Public Speaking (Jon Schumacher)
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This episode digs into the fear of public speaking with guest Jon Schumacher. Drawing from his marketing background, he emphasizes authenticity and intentional practice, reveals tactics to master anxiety and truly connect with audiences, and reveals how imperfections can elevate performance. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Ire…
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Secrets of success & the best F1 pundit ever
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Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! What is it that motivates DC and EJ? What are the most important life lessons they’ve learned and how has success changed them? David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan are back this week to discuss the mindset required to succeed. Plus, they answer some questions from …
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Timo Glock: Death threats & driving for Jordan
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Anchors, you can now join the FFS! Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes and more! The remarkable racing career of Timo Glock is the subject of this week’s FFS! The former Jordan driver joins DC and Eddie to talk about his surprise points scoring debut for EJ and his experience of being at Toyota during their unsuccessful stint in F1. Plus of …
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Smooth Operators(06/09/2024)- The Return of the Dutch Anthem
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The boys are back with race recap of the Canadian GP, among other news like Checo getting an extension, AI Trophies, EA Sports F1 24, and a whole host of hilarious content.By Griggs Blankenburg, Noah Phillips, Ben McClurkin
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