Episode 27 F1: The Academy
F1: The Academy — A Powerful Story, Quietly Told
In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we’re breaking down Netflix’s F1: The Academy, a docuseries that follows rising female drivers as they navigate one of the toughest ladders in motorsport. But while the stories were powerful, the promotion wasn’t, and that’s where our conversation starts.
We explore:
The emotional journeys of drivers like Abbi Pulling and Chloe Chambers
The financial and cultural barriers women face in motorsport
How underpromotion impacts sponsorship, visibility, and career growth
Whether separating men and women in racing helps or hurts the long game
This isn’t just a motorsports story, it’s a case study in access, representation, and the business side of racing. Whether you’re in the paddock or the boardroom, this conversation is about what it really takes to be seen.
🎧 Tune in and learn how media exposure and financial equity go hand-in-hand when building the future of motorsport.
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