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2 Soft Compounds

2 Soft Compounds

Written by: W4 Podcast Studio
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2 Soft Compounds is a weekly podcast focusing on Formula 1, hosted by UK radio broadcaster and F1 fan, Rick Houghton.


With a focus on unfiltered analysis, behind-the-scenes insights and expert commentary, the podcast offers fans an entertaining and informative take on the fastest sport in the world.

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Episodes
  • Abu Dhabi GP: Lando’s Glory, Red Bull’s Reset & F1’s New Era Begins
    Dec 9 2025

    This week on Two Soft Compounds, Rick and Damien Reid wrap up one of the wildest Formula One seasons in years, as Lando Norris clinches his first world title after a nerve-shredding showdown in Abu Dhabi.

    They break down how McLaren turned their Qatar disaster into a championship-winning strategy, why Verstappen’s two-point heartbreak may reshape Red Bull’s future, and how Norris proved that “nice guys can, in fact, win.”

    The duo also reflect on the end of an era: Renault’s farewell, Sauber’s rebrand to Audi, DRS gone, and a radical 2026 rulebook that could change everything from aero to power balance.

    It’s been an incredible season, and the next one starts in just 34 days.

    All that and more, right here on Two Soft Compounds.

    Production Credits:

    Presented by: Rick Houghton
    Studio Engineer & Editor: Roy D'Monte
    Executive Producer: Ian Carless
    Produced by: W4 Podcast Studio

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    33 mins
  • Qatar GP: Norris Crumbles, Verstappen Hunts and McLaren’s Biggest Gamble Yet
    Dec 3 2025

    This week on Two Soft Compounds, Rick Houhgton and Damien Reid break down the chaos from Qatar and set the stage for an all-out championship decider in Abu Dhabi.

    After another McLaren strategy disaster and a baffling tire call, Verstappen’s title chase is alive, just 12 points behind Norris with everything to play for. The guys debate whether McLaren’s refusal to back a number-one driver could cost them it all, and why Norris may be cracking under the pressure while Piastri quietly circles.

    They also tackle the toxic fan fallout over Antonelli’s incident, Red Bull’s rookie shuffle, Williams’ shock rise, and the brewing tension at Ferrari as Hamilton’s frustrations boil over.

    With three drivers in contention and Yas Marina’s chaos waiting, this finale could rewrite F1 history.

    All that and more, right here on Two Soft Compounds.

    Production Credits:

    Presented by: Rick Houghton
    Studio Engineer & Editor: Roy D'Monte
    Executive Producer: Ian Carless
    Produced by: W4 Podcast Studio

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    37 mins
  • Las Vegas GP: Hamilton Meltdown, McLaren Mayhem & Verstappen’s Late-Season Charge
    Nov 27 2025

    This week on Two Soft Compounds, Rick and Damien Reid unpack the chaos after Vegas, from Hamilton’s explosive Ferrari comments to McLaren’s double disqualification that’s thrown the title race wide open.

    They debate whether Ferrari’s culture is breaking Lewis’ spirit, if Lando’s plank failure was pure bad luck or bad setup, and why the FIA might have missed bigger culprits. The guys also spotlight Antonelli’s stunning rookie rise, Verstappen’s quiet comeback, and the growing psychological warfare inside McLaren.

    As F1 heads to Qatar, the championship math gets messy, and every lap now counts.

    All that and more, right here on Two Soft Compounds.

    Production Credits:

    Presented by: Rick Houghton
    Studio Engineer & Editor: Roy D'Monte
    Executive Producer: Ian Carless
    Produced by: W4 Podcast Studio

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    26 mins
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