Hold The Pass Podcast

Ever wonder how Spygate in F1 really went down? Or why plank wear is even an issue? Join history buff Fatima Barrow and science geek Misha Husic, your co-hosts with a passion for sports and storytelling, as they explore all the nooks and crannies of your favourite racing series. Through conversations with each other as well as guests from all corners of the paddock, they hold the pass when it comes to learning everything there is to know about the world of racing, from the human to the technical side of things. Want to hop in on the conversation? Get in touch at holdthepasspodcast@gmail.com

Hold The Pass Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Hold The Pass, with 24 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Hold The Pass hosts Hold The Pass Podcast, a sports show with 24 episodes published.

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  Episode #24

  What If: SAINZ stayed at McLaren & RICCIARDO stayed at Red Bull?Hold the Pass Episode 23

  Aug 18, 202650 minS1

  In this week’s episode of Hold the Pass, we dive into the ever-intriguing question: What if?What if Carlos Sainz had stayed at McLaren? How would today’s F1 grid look different? Would Lando Norris be a World Champion? Would Oscar Piastri be racing with Alpine instead?And what if Daniel Ricciardo had stayed at Red Bull, would AD21 have played out the way it did? Would the Red Bull junior program have a more stable lineup?Tune in to this episode to find out!Use code MISHA to get 30 days free and 70% off of an annual subscription: https://theracingline.app/Follow us:Instagram: @holdthepasspodTiktok: @holdthepasspodand anywhere you listen to your podcasts fromEmail: holdthepasspodcast@gmail.comFind Fatima: @theraceeditFind Misha: @mishahwriting

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  Episode #23

  SO YOU WANT TO WORK IN SPORT? Career Coach Marie Dinsdale | Hold the Pass Episode 22

  Aug 6, 202647 minS1

  This week we are joined by Career Coach Marie Dinsdale from Work in the Sports Industry. Marie has done it all, and has experienced every level of being an sports industry professional. With over 10 years of experience in Motorsport, and now taking on a new adventure with Netball, Marie shares her insight with us, and advises us on how landing a job in the sports industry really works!Find Marie :Instagram: @workinthesportsindustryUse code MISHA to get 30 days free and 70% off of an annual subscription: https://theracingline.app/Follow us:Instagram: @holdthepasspodTiktok: @holdthepasspodand anywhere you listen to your podcasts fromEmail: holdthepasspodcast@gmail.comFind Fatima: @theraceeditFind Misha: @mishahwriting

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  Episode #22

  Hot Takes for the Formula 1 Summer Break! F1 2026 Season Review So Far | Hold the Pass Episode 21

  Jul 29, 202636 minS1

  The first half of the Formula 1 season is in the books, and to celebrate we are filming our first in-person episode!! We chat about everything that has happened in F1 so far, from teams that have surprised us to drivers who have disappointed us, and how the rest of the season might unfold once we get back to racing in August. Follow us: Instagram: @holdthepasspod Tiktok: @holdthepasspod and anywhere you listen to your podcasts from Email: holdthepasspodcast@gmail.com Find Fatima: @theraceedit Find Misha: @mishahwriting

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  Episode #21

  Is FORMULA 1 the superior series? An honest discussion with Number45 Podcast| Hold the Pass Episode 20

  Jul 22, 20261h 2mS1

  This week we are joined by the lovely Stephanie and Ncumisa of the Number45 Podcast, where we have an honest discussion about the state of Formula 1, Rally, and what makes someone a real fan. We share some of our most controversial motorsport takes, and also discuss why Formula 1 returning back to Africa is a must and not a want! Find Number45: Instagram: @numberforty.five Use code MISHA to get 30 days free and 70% off of an annual subscription: https://theracingline.app/ Follow us: Instagram: @holdthepasspod Tiktok: @holdthepasspod and anywhere you listen to your podcasts from Email: holdthepasspodcast@gmail.com Find Fatima: @theraceedit Find Misha: @mishahwriting

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  Episode #19

  From Quarterback to Lawyer to F1 Journalist: a Chat with Mark Schofield | Hold the Pass Episode 18

  Jul 8, 20261h 3mS1

  What happens when lawyer-turned-NFL analyst interviews F1 drivers? Mark Schofield of SB Nation shares how his journey from law to media shaped the way he tells stories about athletes and high-stakes competition. We talked to him about the similarities between football and Formula 1, how sports coverage has evolved over the years, and why the best sports stories are really about the people behind the helmet. Find Mark: https://www.sbnation.com/authors/mark-schofield Instagram: @markschofield Use code MISHA to get 30 days free and 70% off of an annual subscription: https://theracingline.app/ Follow us: Instagram: @holdthepasspod Tiktok: @holdthepasspod and anywhere you listen to your podcasts from Email: holdthepasspodcast@gmail.com Find Fatima: @theraceedit Find Misha: @mishahwriting

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