Laps Down Podcast
Join us every week for a fun dive into the excitement of Formula 1, IndyCar, and NASCAR! Hosted by Andrea and MJ, two Midwestern gals with a passion for all things fast, we bring a lighthearted and unserious take to motorsport discussions. Expect plenty of laughs as we cover the latest news and happenings in racing. Don’t miss out—tune in for new episodes and follow us on social media for all the updates!
Episodes
104 episodes
We Rate Your MOTORSPORT HOT TAKES! 🔥
Last week we asked for your motorsport hot takes and BOY OH BOY, you delivered! 🌶️ This episode was a hoot and a half to film. Thank you so much to everyone who submitted a hot take. Let us know, what would you rate these hot takes? 🤔Wa...
Markham Saved by the Hairpin; Trackhouse in Trouble?; F1 Championship Still Up for Grabs?
LAPS DOWN SOCIALSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lapsdownpod/Email: lapsdownpodcast@gmail.comAndrea’s...
What Is Wrong with Christopher Bell?; IndyCar Portland Problem; McLaren Ripping Off Fans (Kinda)
We discuss the lack of respect shown to the corn in Iowa for NASCAR, a weird miss for IndyCar this weekend where Palou runs away with it but almost didn’t, and McLaren ripping off their F1 fans for $50. LAPS DOWN SOCIALS<...
The 2028 IndyCar; F1 Season Finale Cancelled?; NASCAR Ripped Off by NBC?
This week had no racing but still LOTS to cover on this silly goofy episode! We talk all things IR-28, the NASCAR/NBC/USA deal, and the potential need for a new season finale to the F1 season. LAPS DOWN SOCIALSInstagram:
Big Changes Needed in NASCAR; Oscar Piastri vs Carlos Sainz BEEF; New IndyCar Team
This week we cover the NASCAR race at The Brickyard and the many issues bubbling in the community about the Next Gen car racing and the long races. We also talk about the F1 race in Hungary and the stories, or lack of stories, going into summer...
IndyCar’s Nashville Nightmare; North Wilkesboro is Awesome; Lewis and George Play Bumper Cars
This week Laps Down discusses the gamble IndyCar took in Nashville, and how they lost it all. We also talk about some NASCAR short track racing, and if Joey Logano has become likable, and a weekend in Spa that might have ended George Russell’s ...
(Skippable Episode) Ryan Blaney Won
In a mostly NASCAR episode we talk about the big finish in Atlanta, but we also talk a lot of nonsense about love island, the IndyCar visit to the White House, and F1 social media drama. Not every episode can be a winner, you know? ...
SVG vs Austin Hill Feud; Arrow McLaren is Making A Mistake?; Max Verstappen Leaving Redbull
A Fourth of July weekend packed with motorsports, just the way we like it on Laps Down. This week we talk about all the things the British ruined and why Americans make Silverstone better, and we talk about the long awaited return of Chicagolan...
George Yabba Dabba Does It; Where is Felix Rosenqvist Going?; SVG Domination Bores Fans
Things are really heating up in the IndyCar silly season, and we cover it all here on Laps Down. We also talk all the action, or lack of it, in Sonoma and Austria in NASCAR and F1. LAPS DOWN SOCIALSInstagram:
The New Stars of IndyCar; Heim Time in San Diego; F1 Viewership Struggles
This week we talk all things Road America, including some young drivers making a name for themselves and the controversial finish between Graham Rahal and Will Power. We also talk the first time out in San Diego for NASCAR and a first time winn...
Lewis Hamilton is SOOO BACK; Denny Hamlin Minion Magic; Road America Predictions
Missing IndyCar this week, but looking forward to Road America and give you some clues of what to expect. We also cover the Barcelona F1 Race that saw a return to glory for Lewis Hamilton in red, and the Tricky Triangle tamed by Minion Denny.&n...
Messy Monaco GP, IndyCar Sketch Factor; Denny Does It (Again)
This week the Laps Down girls discuss the full day of racing, from the pit lane speeding mess of Monaco to the sleepy fever dream of Gateway, and of course the top speeds of Michigan. LAPS DOWN SOCIALSInstagram:
IndyCar Duels in Detroit; Late Night NASCAR Nashville Finish; Alpine Goes High Fashion
The IndyCar drivers get messy in Detroit, coming off of the 500 hangover, and we cover all the issues on this weeks episode. We also recap the amazing finish to the Nashville NASCAR race, and the fact that no-one saw it because they were all sl...
A Rainy Motorsports Christmas: Indy 500, F1 Canadian Grand Prix, Coke 600
The biggest weekend in motorsports was under a constant threat of rain, which made for interesting and HARD racing. The Laps Down girls of course watched it all and we are EXCITED to share it with you. Thank you all for the support this month o...
Indy 500 Qualifying; Andretti Mess; Palou Pulls It Off
*MADE BEFORE PENALTIES AND MON PRACTICE*In what is becoming a yearly tradition, the girls film right after Indy 500 qualifying an episode JUST ABOUT INDYCAR from a random AirBnB in Indy. Hope you enjoy :) LAPS DOWN SOCIALS
Palou and O’Ward Beef; Rossi Had it With Hybrids; NASCAR Improving at Turning Right?
You won’t want to miss this episode of Laps Down, where we unpack all the juicy details of the Indy GP and the full blown Month of May MADNESS that is happening in IndyCar. We also talk about the Watkins Glen masterclass put on by SVG while als...
F1 Is Fixed?; Kyle Busch Lost It On JHN; Indy 500 Testing Takeaways
Taking a break from scrolling endless photos of Carson Hocevar at the Met Gala, the Laps Down gals tell you all about the surprising F1 race in Miami, the Indy 500 testing, Mick Schumacher’s controversy, and Kyle Busch’s anger management issues...
Carson Hocevar Saved Talladega; IndyCar Charters A Mistake?; F1 Crime Story
On this episode we talk all about the controversial decision that was made regarding non-chartered cars in IndyCar, as well as the crimes being committed by the F1 grid and the win that was a long time coming from Carson Hocevar. LA...
Lapped Traffic w/ Buddy Pulley | CARS Tour and NASCAR Content Creator
We are so excited to welcome this weeks guest on Lapped Traffic, Buddy Pulley! Buddy is one of our favorite content creators and in this episode he gives us the story of how he got his start, as well as all of his hottest takes in motorsports.&...
IndyCar Push to Pass Scandal; Kyle Busch Calls Out Denny; F1 Rule Change
This week we cover the JUICY story coming out of the Long Beach Grand Prix, besides Alex Palou’s win, as well as the ending of Kansas NASCAR race that shocked us all. We also discuss if the manufacturers of F1 carry too much power in the rul...
Ty Gibbs Overhated?; Indy 500 Rumors; Lewis Hamilton Intervention Needed
We appreciate your patience as we are a day late on Laps Down this week, but we are excited to give you all the off-week news for F1 and IndyCar, including some rumors right before the Month of May. We also talk about Bristol, if it was boring,...
Lapped Traffic with Maddi Gordon | NHRA Top Fuel
Lapped Traffic is back and better than ever, with Maddi Gordon! Maddi is a rising star in NHRA Top Fuel driving for Carlyle Tools/Ron Capps Motorsports. She talks about her life growing up in a racing family, what preparation looks like as an N...
The Mercedes Alpha Battle; Scotty Mac Not Off Scot Free; Elliott Got Lucky?
A packed weekend of racing means a packed episode of Laps Down, where this week we talk about the IndyCar race at stunning Barber and the win for Chase Elliott in Martinsville. Also, inside of Mercedes there is two wolves, which one will come o...
NASCAR Gone Wild; Indy 500 an Unc Off?; Adrian Newey FIRED
Has the NASCAR broadcast gone out of control? Potentially! The Laps Down girls discuss if the honored tradition of Darlington went a little off the rails, as well as the notable names joining the Indy 500 lineup and the F1 team principal shakeu...
Kyle Kirkwood Championship Fighter?; McLaren Shady About Mercedes Engine; Ex-Teammate Drama in NASCAR
This week we talk about the IndyCar Grand Prix of Arlington, and the success of the race as well as the amazing race we saw from the new championship leader Kyle Kirkwood. We also discuss the Las Vegas race for NASCAR and the fight that occurre...