• THE FLYING LAP PODCAST

      Founder and Host of The Flying Lap Podcast, China’s leading Formula 1-focused podcast.It has become a trusted destination for race reviews, technical discussion, and industry-informed conversation, serving both dedicated fans and listeners looking for a deeper understanding of the sport.

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      DISTRIBUTION

      The podcast follows a multi-platform publishing approach, with every episode released simultaneously and RSS subscription actively supported. While much of China’s podcast audience is concentrated on Xiaoyuzhou FM, the show is also updated across Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts to remain accessible to a broader international audience.

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      YouTube

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      Apple Podcast

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      Overcast

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      Spotify

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      Xiaoyuzhou FM

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      Ximalaya

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      CONTENT

      Race reviews and technical analysis sit at the heart of the show. Published after every Formula 1 Grand Prix, the podcast has not missed or delayed a single episode since the 2021 Bahrain season opener, creating a reliable weekly rhythm for listeners throughout the Formula 1 season.

      Each race review is recorded live, building a loyal audience and a welcoming space for fans to discuss the sport and feel part of a shared community.

      THE NUMBERS

      Since launching in 2021, The Flying Lap Podcast has grown steadily through a cross-platform publishing approach, with RSS distribution and availability across major platforms. Growth accelerated sharply from 2023 onward. By 2025, the podcast had reached more than 260K+ subscribers across platforms and delivered over 7.8 million total plays and downloads.

      BEYOND THE RACES

      Beyond race analysis, the podcast also explores the wider structures behind the sport, from engineering education and talent development to the broader industry around racing. It regularly features engineers, drivers, former Formula 1 personnel, and industry experts from areas including supply chains, endurance racing, rallying, and other disciplines, bringing a wider professional perspective to the show beyond Formula 1 alone.

      TECHNICAL DEPTH

      A defining part of the show is its long-form engineer interviews, built around serious technical depth and insights rarely found in general media. Guests have included:

      • Le Mans 24h Winner & Ferrari Hypercar Factory Driver Yifei Ye

      • Haas F1 Team Senior Aerodynamic Leadership Arron Melvin

      • Executive Secretary-General of SAE China and Head of Formula Student China Xingji Yin

      • Mercedes-AMG F1 CFD Engineering Expert Xutong Zhang

      • Audi AG Design Engineer & Force India F1 Aerodynamic Engineer Martin Buchan

      • Sauber F1 Tyre Performance Engineer Dominic Cheng

      • Toyota Gazoo Racing GT3 Program Factory Performance Engineer Sang Xu

      • First Chinese Driver to Compete in F1 ACADEMY Shi Wei

      • Formula 1 Photojournalist and Founder of Paddocker Media Qian Jun