Formula 1's new rules era is officially underway, and Sky Sports' The F1 Show podcast is back to guide fans through every twist and turn of what promises to be an unforgettable 2026 campaign.

Hosted by Simon Lazenby alongside a rotating cast of expert guests from the world of F1 and sport, the free weekly podcast delivers in-depth analysis, opinion and behind-the-scenes paddock stories after every Grand Prix weekend. Each episode reacts to the major news and events, answers listener questions, and previews what lies ahead on the calendar.

A season like no other

This year's championship marks the first under F1's sweeping new technical regulations, with all 22 race weekends broadcast live on Sky Sports. The action got underway in Melbourne, Australia on March 8 and runs deep into December, with Abu Dhabi bringing the curtain down on this landmark season.

Fans can catch every practice session, qualifying and race on Sky Sports F1 or via the Sky Sports app, with the option to stream without a contract through NOW TV.

How to listen

The F1 Show podcast is available to download and subscribe on all major platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. As the broadcast team puts it: "Hit follow, subscribe, get involved and strap-in for what's set to be an incredible season of racing."

With a fresh era of machinery, revamped driver line-ups and 22 rounds of high-stakes competition ahead, the podcast promises to be the essential companion for every F1 fan from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi.