The Life of F1 Content Creators - Luke & Ponden | S03EP18

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In this episode of Track Limits, we're joined by two of the internet’s favourite F1 creators: Luke Sam and Ponden (aka Blake Dalton). From viral watch-alongs to sim racing with Red Bull Racing, they’ve built massive online audiences while staying deeply rooted in the passion that first brought them to Formula 1.

They open up about leaving Australia to pursue content creation in the UK, the power of Drive to Survive, crazy stories from Vegas and Silverstone, and the challenge of staying original in a 24-race F1 calendar. Expect laughter, spicy takes, and some honest reflections on burnout, community, and the future of F1 media.

⏱️ Episode Highlights

How Drive to Survive inspired both their F1 journeys
Leaving Australia to go all-in on F1 content creation
What it's like working with Red Bull’s sim racing team
Their thoughts on Oscar Piastri, Liam Lawson, and the rise of Aussie talent
Chaos in Vegas, Silverstone war stories & wild fan moments
Sim racing, iRacing leagues, and how gaming fuels F1 passion
Hot takes: Why Ferrari might win Constructors and Lewis might struggle at Ferrari
Content burnout, sprint weekends, and the pressure of staying creative
Why F1 2025 & F175 have them cautiously optimistic
The future of F1 media — and why the community matters

🔥 Must-Watch Moments

“We moved to the UK without a house… and it worked out.”
“I pretended to win the $200,000 Autosport Award.”
“Sim racing helped me fall in love with Formula 1.”
“Sprint weekends? Honestly… they’re a content creator’s dream.”
“F175 is risky — but F1 needs to keep trying new things.”

0:00 – Introduction & How They Met
1:06 – How Drive to Survive Got Ponden Into F1
3:45 – Luke’s Journey Into Motorsport Content Creation
6:20 – Moving from Australia to the UK for F1
9:05 – Sim Racing, Red Bull Creator Program & iRacing
12:30 – Chaos at Silverstone & Wild F1 Fan Encounters
16:05 – Aussie Talent: Oscar Piastri, Liam Lawson & Daniel Ricciardo
20:10 – Their Spiciest Takes for the 2025/2026 F1 Seasons
26:00 – Content Burnout, Sprint Races & F1 Media Evolution
35:10 – Their Hopes for the F1 Community & What’s Next

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