The Female Drive

In this episode, we're honoured to host Ali Donnelly, CEO of More than Equal and a driving force in the world of sports and beyond. Join Estelle as Ali shares her inspiring journey from communications to becoming a leading advocate for women in sports. From founding the influential platform Scrum Queens to fearlessly tackling the tough questions in motorsport, Ali's story is one of resilience, passion, and empowerment. Tune in as we delve into her remarkable career, the current ...

On this episode, we shine the spotlight on Karlai Warner, a 17-year-old racing sensation who is blazing a trail in the world of motorsports. As one of the first Indigenous Australians to compete on the racing circuit, Karlai's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Join us as we delve into Karlai's remarkable story, from her early beginnings in the racing world to her current status as a rising star. We explore her experiences as a proud member of Team Racing Together, a groundbreaking racing...

Join us this episode with our special guest, Megan Varela Nunes, the driving force behind "By Megs," a fashion and accessories label revolutionising the F1 merchandise market for female fans. In a sport historically dominated by male enthusiasts, Megan identified a gap in the market and seized the opportunity to create a brand tailored specifically to the growing community of female F1 fans. Through "By Megs," she not only offers stylish and unique products but also fosters a vibrant communit...

On this Episode, we dive into the world of Motocross with Taylor Peet, a trailblazing force in the sport. From her humble beginnings racing around the family farm to breaking barriers in the male-dominated arena of Motocross, Taylor's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Join us as we explore Taylor's exceptional career and her dedication to empowering women through her 'Girls Can Ride' program. Discover Taylor's insights into the psychology of success and how she's reshaping the narr...

On this episode, we sit down with Maddi Patterson, owner of Sekhmet Racing and founder of PHNX Media. Maddi's remarkable journey has seen her become a trailblazer in the world of motorcycling and media. In November 2020, Maddi survived a life-altering explosion that left her with severe burns covering 60% of her body. Despite the immense physical and emotional challenges she faced, Maddi refused to let this setback define her. Join us as we delve into Maddi's inspiring story, exploring the ...

In this Women’s History Month special, presented in partnership with McLaren Racing, we explore the transformative journey of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the realm of motorsport. Meet Bec Constable, the Director of People Experience at McLaren, whose leadership has been instrumental in championing DEI within the team. Under her guidance, McLaren Racing has established a robust foundation for ongoing progress, driving positive change throughout the organisation. Bec played a...

In celebration of International Women's Day, join us in an exciting collaboration with McLaren Racing as we delve into the world of motorsports and diversity. Our special guest, Amelia Lewis, a performance engineer at McLaren Racing, brings her unique perspective to the conversation. Amelia shares her journey into the male-dominated world of Formula 1, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs she's experienced along the way. As we align with the IWD theme "Inspire Inclusion," we explore ...

The Reserve Drivers are a comedy duo hailing from Melbourne, Australia. As two huge fans of Formula One, Luke Rocca and Tim McDonald realised that there wasn't much humorous content in the F1 world. Due to this, The Reserve Drivers was born! They have created Podcasts and Youtube videos that represent the hilarious side of F1. In a sport that can sometimes take itself too seriously, their witty remarks and eye for detail has created something pretty special. In this episode, I speak wit...

Matt Bishop's career has spanned decades within the Motorsport Industry but more specifically in Formula One. He has taken on various roles, from a Journalist and Editor, to the Director of communications, initially with McLaren F1 Team and now Aston Martin Cognizant Racing F1 Team. He has been around for some of the most historic moments within the sport and also revealing some others. Beyond his career, he has some incredible stories to tell about his own life and moments that have has grea...

Matt Bishop's career has spanned decades within the Motorsport Industry but more specifically in Formula One. He has taken on various roles, from a Journalist and Editor, to the Director of communications, initially with McLaren F1 Team and now Aston Martin Cognizant Racing F1 Team. He has been around for some of the most historic moments within the sport and also revealing some others. Beyond his career, he has some incredible stories to tell about his own life and moments that have has grea...

Izy has worked predominantly in the creative world when one day she was given a chance opportunity and thrown into the world of Motorsport. Through this process, she was given another opportunity to become the Impact Correspondent for the Extreme E series, taking her to locations that have been ravaged by the effects of climate change.

Laura Byrnes took the unconventional route into motorsport when she was exposed to Speedway at age 10. After that moment, she moved straight into the sport as a driver and hasn't looked back. She is a first generation racer meaning she is the first in her family to do so, which in the world of motorsport, is as a rarity. With several achievements under her belt, there is no stopping her!

Cleo Collins had started progressing her career in an industry outside of motorsport, when she realised that her passion lay with cars and racing. Fast forward to 2021, she is currently a race mechanic within the W Series and there is no stopping her. I talk to her about the steps she took to get here and what her dreams and ambitions are for the future.

As former Rally competitors, Garry Connelly and his wife Monique have privately launched and sponsored an organisation called Racing Together. Racing Together was created to show Indigenous boys and girls aged between 12 and 16 a way into Motorsport for careers or just for recreation.

Richard Morris is a British racing driver currently competing with CW Performance Praga in the Britcar Endurance Championship. He has become a champion for change and created an organisation called Racing Pride, which along with Stonewall UK, was created to positively promote LGBTQ+ inclusivity within the Motorsport industry.

Sam Leeks moved into the world of Formula One straight out of university when she joined the Redbull Racing Team. Her career has taken on many roles since then, including within Formula One and the Endurance Racing world. She is currently a Composites technician for the Alfa Romeo Racing Orlen Formula 1 Team.

The V8 Supercars are a fan favourite in Australia. Jessica Dane has taken on the role of Commercial Operations & is a team owner of the Triple Eight Race Engineering team. As a woman within the sport, she brought the FIA's Girls on Track to Australia, inspiring the up and coming generation to gain an interest in the Motorsport world. We discuss her career thus far and how life can be ever-changing.

Molly Taylor was the first woman and youngest ever driver to win the Australian Rally Championship. In 2021, she has taken on a new career feat by being one of the eighteen racers competing in Extreme E. We talk about her early beginnings and winning the first ever X Prix race with her team, Rosberg X Racing.

Extreme E is a new style of championship that is changing the game when it comes to Motorsport. One major focus is the issue of Climate Change and Sustainability. On this Episode, I am joined by Louisa Tholstrup who is Extreme E's Legacy Programme Leader. We discuss her role from scouting locations to implementing some of the great initiatives that have been put in place through Extreme E.

Dave Player started a charity called Kartforce, which encourages injured veterans to get into karting and motorsports. After seeing the positive impact from Kartforce, he then created Team Brit, an all disabled racing team looking to eventually make it to the Le Mans 24 Hour.