2 Soft Compounds
2 Soft Compounds is a weekly podcast focusing on Formula 1, hosted by UK radio broadcaster and F1 fan, Rick Houghton.
With a focus on unfiltered analysis, behind-the-scenes insights and expert commentary, the podcast offers fans an entertaining and informative take on the fastest sport in the world.
Podcasting since 2025 • 41 episodes
2 Soft Compounds
Latest Episodes
Mexican GP: Norris Dominates, Verstappen Twarted and FIA Blunders
This week on 2 Soft Compounds, Rick and F1 journalist, Damien Reed, break down a controversial Mexican Grand Prix - from Lando Norris’s flawless win to another FIA meltdown that robbed fans of a dramatic final-lap ...
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31:47
US GP: Piastri Cracks, Norris Rises & Is Verstappen Really In The Hunt For The Championship?
This week on 2 Soft Compounds, Rick is joined by Damien Reid as they break down Max Verstappen’s Texas masterclass - a weekend that felt like a throwback to his dominant years.The guys dissect McLaren’s self-inflicted sprint disas...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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23:54
Texas Showdown: McLaren Fireworks, Ferrari Chaos & F1’s Radical 2026 Gamble
This week on 2 Soft Compounds, Rick teams up with F1 journalist Damien Reed to preview the Texas Grand Prix and unpack the chaos surrounding F1’s upcoming 2026 rule overhaul.They break down major changes ...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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29:10
Singapore GP: Russell’s Redemption, McLaren's Drama & Verstappen Keeps The Pressure On!
This week on Two Soft Compounds, Rick is joined by motoring journalist and Formula One commentator Damien Reed to unpack a record-breaking Singapore Grand Prix and a night race that tested the limits of every driver under 60°C cockpit heat....
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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35:55
Singapore GP Preview: Is Verstappen Back in The Title Race? Or Is It Still A Two Horse Race?
This week on Two Soft Compounds, Rick and Paul set the stage for Singapore, where the championship battle could be blown wide open.Max Verstappen looks unstoppable after back-to-back dominant weekends, even sneaking in a Ferrari...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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30:05