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When the Flag Drops the Bull*it Stops, Stewarding, Rookie Resilience & F1 Leadership- with Jost Capito
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In this episode of the Breaking Bias podcast, hosts Dr. Obbs and Molly are joined by Jost Capito—legendary motorsport executive and former CEO of Williams Racing—for a wide-ranging conversation on the past, present, and future of Formula One. With over four decades in the industry, Capito shares firsthand insights from his time at Ford, Volkswagen, McLaren, and Williams, highlighting his passion for grassroots motorsport and engineering excellence.
The episode explores critical topics shaping F1 today, including the impact of the FIA cost cap, the role of inflation in competitive balance, and the ongoing challenges in stewarding and regulation enforcement. Capito also reflects on the legacy of Eddie Jordan and the importance of maintaining the human element in a sport increasingly defined by data and dollars.
Listeners will gain behind-the-scenes perspective on rookie development—featuring George Russell’s rise—alongside leadership dynamics in high-pressure team environments. Capito opens up about decision-making under stress, succession planning, and what resilience looks like at the highest levels of motorsport.
The episode closes with thoughts on racing’s future: sustainability, technology, and preserving the magic that makes motorsport matter to fans and teams alike.
Topics Covered:
- Jost Capito’s motorsport journey
- The role of cost caps and inflation in F1
- Engineering for driver feedback and inclusivity
- George Russell’s F1 development
- Team leadership and succession planning
- Red Bull and strategic resilience
- Life after racing and future motorsport innovations
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