Welcome back to Lights Out Let’s Chat.
In this episode, I’m taking you on a fun, no-pressure walkthrough of Formula 1 teams and the drivers you need to know heading into the 2026 season. No pop quizzes, no gatekeeping — just history, drama, personalities, and why teams matter so much more than just the logo on the car.

We talk iconic teams, underdogs, rebrands, and even the new faces joining the grid, along with the drivers shaping the future of the sport — from champions and veterans to rising talent you’re going to hear about all season long. If you’ve ever wondered why fans emotionally attach themselves to teams, how rivalries make every race feel personal, or who to start paying attention to before race day, this episode is for you.

Consider this your 2026 F1 cheat sheet — dramatic, iconic, chaotic, and very on brand.

Welcome to the very first episode of Lights Out Let’s Chat.
In this episode, I’m talking about how I accidentally fell in love with Formula 1 — from growing up in a NASCAR and football household to getting completely hooked after discovering Drive to Survive. If F1 ever felt confusing or intimidating to you at first, trust me, you’re not alone.

This episode is basically the F1 starter kit I wish someone had given me sooner. I break down how the sport works, what a race weekend looks like, why strategy matters so much, and why the drama is kind of unavoidable. Whether you’re brand new to Formula 1 or a longtime fan who remembers their own “oh no, I care now” moment, this episode sets the tone for what this podcast is all about — making F1 fun, relatable, and easy to understand, without gatekeeping.