The dark side of F1 with top American journalist Olivia Hicks

In this episode of The MotorMouth podcast, Tim Silvey interviews Olivia Hicks, a sports journalist specializing in Formula One. They discuss Olivia's journey into journalism, the complexities of covering F1, and the impact of the sport on local communities. Olivia shares her insights on the growth of F1 in the U.S., the blurred lines between journalism and content creation, and the current controversies within the sport. The conversation highlights the importance of integrity in journalism and the challenges faced by journalists in the modern media landscape.

Check out Olivia's substack: https://formulaflash.substack.com/

00:00

Introduction to Olivia Hicks and Her Journey

02:44

The Traits of a Successful Journalist

05:35

Diving Deep into Formula One

08:20

The Growth of Formula One in the US

10:56

The Impact of Formula One on Local Communities

22:40

The Evolution of Sports Journalism

27:48

The Blurred Lines of Content Creation and Journalism

30:55

The Importance of Independent Journalism

32:46

On-Track Insights and Predictions

36:57

Challenges Facing the FIA and Transparency in F1

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