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Off The Track
Off The Track Media
49 episodes
1 week ago
An F1 in Schools / STEM Racing podcast by award winning teams: Evolve UK, Infinitude, Ascension, Fusion and Nebula. https://www.offthetrack.net
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An F1 in Schools / STEM Racing podcast by award winning teams: Evolve UK, Infinitude, Ascension, Fusion and Nebula. https://www.offthetrack.net
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Off The Track
Goodbye F1 in Schools, hello STEM Racing! | 2024 Christmas Special

STEM Racing will be the new name of F1 in Schools, ending 25 years of the competition using the Formula 1 brand.

We discuss the rebrand in this episode. Joining us is Mazen Al Farhan (Clad Racing, 2024 World Finals), Jenson Galvin (Constellation, 2023 World Finals), Rory Kane (Feabhas Racing, 2020(21) World Finals), George Stonor (Evolve UK, 2019 World Champions), Ben Galvin (Ascension, 2019 World Finals), Peter Russell (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals), and Michael Walker (Precision Racing, 2015 World Finals).

Information was correct at the time of recording. Check the regulations of your competition for the most up-to-date information.

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.offthetrack.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@offthetrackpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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11 months ago
50 minutes 23 seconds

Off The Track
January 2024 Live Q&A with F1 in Schools World Champions, Recoil Racing

This is a live Q&A with 2023 F1 in Schools World Champions, Recoil Racing, where we discuss the differences in funding received by private vs public schools, what we as judges look for when judging teams, the biggest surprise we found when judging the 2023 World Finals, and how to stay on schedule.

This episode was hosted with a live audience on Discord on 13 January 2024. You can join the Discord to be informed of our next Q&A session: https://discord.gg/Qs9KGfQ

Information was correct at the time of recording. Check the regulations of your competition for the most up-to-date information.

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.offthetrack.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@offthetrackpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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1 year ago
2 hours 5 minutes 49 seconds

Off The Track
Judges from the 2023 F1 in Schools World Finals share their advice!

We brought together judges from every judging category from the 2023 F1 in Schools World Finals to share their feedback from the competition.

This episode is hosted by Peter Russell. Peter is joined by David Palfreeman, Holly Roberts, Kim Quaghebeur, James Gurney, and Sorcha Nic Conmara.

This episode was recorded in September 2023. Information was correct at the time of recording. Check the regulations of your competition for the most up-to-date information.

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.offthetrack.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@offthetrackpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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1 year ago
1 hour 21 seconds

Off The Track
Highlight: How to optimise your portfolio for full marks

This is a highlight from our January 2024 Q&A session.

We discuss tips and tricks on how to optimise your portfolio to make it easier for judges to read, including using charts and diagrams and concise language choices.

This was recorded in January 2024. Information was correct at the time of recording. Check the regulations of your competition for the most up-to-date information.

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.offthetrack.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@offthetrackpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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1 year ago
10 minutes 13 seconds

Off The Track
How to do Project Management in F1 in Schools

Project Management is a critical pillar to the success of any team. For F1 in Schools teams, it is a requirement of the competition at the World Finals and in many countries.

In this episode, we're joined by experienced project manager and F1 in Schools judge, David Palfreeman, to look at how F1 in Schools teams should execute their Project Management and document it in their portfolios to obtain the maximum amount of points.

This episode is hosted by Michael Walker (Precision Racing, 2015 World Finals). Michael is joined by David Palfreeman, Matthew Westerman (Constellation, 2023 World Finals), and Peter Russell (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals).

This episode was recorded in January 2023. Information was correct at the time of recording. Check the regulations of your competition for the most up-to-date information.

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.offthetrack.net⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@offthetrackpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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1 year ago
33 minutes 56 seconds

Off The Track
2023 Christmas Special Episode

Join the Off The Track team for a lighthearted look back at everything that happened in the world of F1 in Schools in 2023 and a glimpse to the future for the competition.

Tune in to find out what is on our Christmas wish list for the competition, and also what would happen if we re-entered the competition.

This episode is hosted by Ben Galvin (Ascension, 2019 World Finals). Ben is joined by Peter Russell (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals), Ethan Cahill (Ionic, 2019 World Finals), Matthew Westerman (Constellation, 2023 World Finals), and Javier Gladstone-Contioso (Eclipse, 2022 & 2023 World Finals).

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to ⁠⁠⁠https://www.offthetrack.net⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@offthetrackpodcast⁠⁠⁠

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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1 year ago
1 hour 14 minutes 26 seconds

Off The Track
2023 F1 in Schools World Finals: Recap and Interview with Recoil Racing

Off The Track and The Main Straight, the official F1 in Schools podcast, have joined forces to recap the 2023 F1 in Schools World Finals!

In this episode, Tom Deacon is joined by Peter Russell, Nelson Vale (Head of International Operations, F1 in Schools), and the 2023 F1 in Schools World Champions, Recoil Racing: Benno Wörand, Timon Schlenk, Amélie Niessen, and Marleen Stollberg.

You can follow Recoil Racing on Instagram.

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to ⁠⁠https://www.offthetrack.net⁠⁠ and follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@offthetrackpodcast⁠⁠

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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2 years ago
53 minutes 52 seconds

Off The Track
Inside F1 in Schools with Nelson Vale

Nelson Vale is the Head of International Operations for F1 in Schools. In this episode, we speak to Nelson about his journey from running F1 in Schools in Portugal to working at F1 in Schools HQ, his tips for teams at the competition, and a glimpse at what it's like to work at HQ.

Support the future of Off The Track by joining us on Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/offthetrack⁠

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to ⁠https://www.offthetrack.net⁠ and follow us on Instagram: ⁠@offthetrackpodcast⁠

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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2 years ago
1 hour 42 minutes 37 seconds

Off The Track
From Concept to Reality: Testing F1 in Schools Car Designs

Testing your F1 in Schools car is an important process in order to understand how your design is impacting your car.

Joining us on this episode is Alex Liu (Hydron, 2022 World Champions), Aarav Shah (Nebula, 2020 World Finals), Ethan Cahill (Ionic, 2019 World Finals), Fei Fei Webster (Ascension, 2019 World Finals), and Michael Walker (Precision Racing, 2015 World Finals).

Support the future of Off The Track by joining us on Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/offthetrack⁠

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to ⁠https://www.offthetrack.net⁠ and follow us on Instagram: ⁠@offthetrackpodcast⁠

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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2 years ago
1 hour 36 minutes 30 seconds

Off The Track
Reacting to the 2023 F1 in Schools World Finals Technical Regulations

The 2023 F1 in Schools World Finals Technical Regulations are here and they bring some of the biggest changes to the competition in years. 

Our panel of current and former World Finalists react to the changes in this episode. 

Joining us is Alex Nevin (Iris Engineering, 2023 World Finals), Anas Izaryene (Sonic Boom, 2022 World Finals), James Mitchell (Constellation, 2023 World Finals), Javier Gladstone-Contioso (Eclipse, 2022 & 2023 World Finals), Jesse Stevens (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals), Matthew Westerman (Constellation, 2023 World Finals), Peter Russell (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals), and Will Johnson (Hydron, 2022 World Champions).

Support the future of Off The Track by joining us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/offthetrack

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to https://www.offthetrack.net and follow us on Instagram: @offthetrackpodcast

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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2 years ago
53 minutes 35 seconds

Off The Track
Spirit of the Competition: Is this regulation hindering innovation in F1 in Schools?

The spirit of the competition regulation was introduced to the F1 in Schools World Finals in 2019, however 75% of those surveyed by Off The Track believe the regulation is hindering innovation in the competition.

On this episode, Michael (Precision Racing, 2015 World Finals) and Peter (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals) are joined by Matt (Constellation, 2023 World Finals) and João (Hydra, 2019 World Finals) to discuss how teams feel the regulation is impacting the competition.

Support the future of Off The Track by joining us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/offthetrack

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to https://www.offthetrack.net and follow us on Instagram: @offthetrackpodcast

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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2 years ago
29 minutes 27 seconds

Off The Track
Common mistakes that teams made at the 2022 F1 in Schools World Finals

Lead Enterprise Judge, David Palfreeman, and Engineering Judge and 2018 F1 in Schools World Champion, James Gurney, join Michael Walker to discuss their experience of judging the 2022 F1 in Schools World Finals and the areas where teams could have improved.

Support the future of Off The Track by joining us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/offthetrack

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to https://www.offthetrack.net and follow us on Instagram: @offthetrackpodcast

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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2 years ago
31 minutes 38 seconds

Off The Track
Hydron: 2022 F1 in Schools World Champions

Support the future of Off The Track by joining us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/offthetrack

Hydron are the 2022 F1 in Schools World Champions from Trinity Grammar School in Melbourne, Australia. 

Thanks to Ben, Alex, Tim, Andrew, and Will for coming on to discuss their experience with us.

You can read more on Hydron at the following links:

  • https://www.offthetrack.net/posts/hydron-crowned-2022-f1-in-schools-world-champions-07-2022
  • https://www.offthetrack.net/posts/hydron-in-their-own-words

This episode was hosted by Peter Russell (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals), Michael Walker (Precision Racing, 2015 World Finals), and Jesse Stevens (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals).

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to https://www.offthetrack.net and follow us on Instagram: @offthetrackpodcast

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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3 years ago
1 hour 6 minutes 8 seconds

Off The Track
Wellbeing in F1 in Schools

Competing in F1 in Schools can be intense and high pressure. Wellbeing often takes a backseat during the competition.

We're sharing our experiences to kickstart a discussion around wellbeing within the competition.

If you need support, seek out the help of a responsible adult. You can also visit these resources:

Australia

  • Beyond Blue (https://www.beyondblue.org.au / 1300 22 4636)
  • Lifeline (https://www.lifeline.org.au / 13 11 14)
  • Kids Helpline (https://kidshelpline.com.au / 1800 551 800)

UK

  • NHS (https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/)
  • Childline (0800 1111)

Republic of Ireland

  • YourMentalHealth information line (1800 111 888 or text 50808)

Germany (Deutschland)

  • Telefonseelsorge (https://www.telefonseelsorge.de / 0800.1110111)
  • Nummer gegen Kummer (116 111)

Joining us in this episode is Gaumitha (Axion, 2022 World Finals), Manny (Axion, 2022 World Finals), Ben (Ascension, 2019 World Finals) and Jesse (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals).

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3 years ago
1 hour 12 minutes 30 seconds

Off The Track
Where to now? Life after competing in F1 in Schools

You've finished with F1 in Schools. Now what? We discuss life after the competition in this episode.

Joining us on this episode is Michael Walker (Precision Racing, 2015 World Finals), Ben Galvin (Ascension, 2019 World Finals), and Matthew Fleming (Envisity, 2017 World Finals).

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to https://www.offthetrack.net and follow us on Instagram: @offthetrackpodcast

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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3 years ago
26 minutes 21 seconds

Off The Track
Trackside Episode 3 - F1 in Schools World Finals Competition 2022
In this episode Michael and Joao discuss the events of the knockout racing and take a dive into the engineering behind the Sonic Boom car in interviews with Florian and Anas from the team. Show Notes:  Penguin Shape: https://cloud.offthetrack.net/s/2qLT9SqP3t27LW4  Coldfusion Car: https://cloud.offthetrack.net/s/c9FzaJztkZsYgBm 
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3 years ago
27 minutes 16 seconds

Off The Track
Trackside Episode 2 - F1 in Schools World Finals Competition 2022

In today's recap episode of Trackside Michael and Joao discuss the trials and tribulations of the track gates and timing, compare the consistency of cars and Markus Vetter's speech to the competitors.

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3 years ago
24 minutes 59 seconds

Off The Track
Trackside Episode 1 - F1 in Schools World Finals Competition 2022

In the first episode of this season of Trackside, Michael and Joao take a look at the somewhat weird and definitely not temperate happenings of the first day of the 2022 F1 in Schools World Finals.

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3 years ago
22 minutes 5 seconds

Off The Track
Starting Line: Community Outreach and Sponsorships in F1 in Schools

Fundraising, sponsorships and community outreach are critical to the success of an F1 in Schools team. 

In this episode, we're joined by 2021 English F1 in Schools Champions, Eclipse, to explore the best strategies for obtaining sponsorships and how to engage with your local community.

Joining us on this episode is Javier Gladstone Contioso, Evie Curd, Tom Oliver (Eclipse, 2022 World Finals), Matthew Fleming (Envisity, 2017 World Finals) and Peter Russell (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals).

Starting Line from Off The Track is a series that goes back to basics to explore the fundamental concepts of F1 in Schools.

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to https://www.offthetrack.net and follow us on Instagram: @offthetrackpodcast

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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3 years ago
36 minutes 40 seconds

Off The Track
Starting Line: Engineering Portfolios for F1 in Schools

What goes into a great F1 in Schools Engineering Portfolio? When should you start writing your portfolio? We take a look at everything engineering in this episode of Starting Line.

Joining us on this episode is Fei Fei Webster (Ascension, 2019 World Finals), Ethan Cahill (Ionic, 2019 World Finals), Jesse Stevens (Infinitude, 2016 World Finals), and Michael Walker (Precision Racing, 2015 World Finals).

Starting Line from Off The Track is a series that goes back to basics to explore the fundamental concepts of F1 in Schools.

For the latest F1 in Schools news, go to https://www.offthetrack.net and follow us on Instagram: @offthetrackpodcast

Got a suggestion for an episode? Want us to explain or discuss something? Send us a message on Instagram!

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3 years ago
47 minutes 55 seconds

Off The Track
An F1 in Schools / STEM Racing podcast by award winning teams: Evolve UK, Infinitude, Ascension, Fusion and Nebula. https://www.offthetrack.net