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Driven By Us

Driven By Us

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Welcome to the Driven By Us podcast! We are here to showcase talents from under represented & ethnic minority backgrounds working in Automotive & Motorsport, particularly across STEM and Media. We have been, and will be, speaking to some of the biggest names across the industry - driving change! Each week we'll be hearing from a new guest, as we're here to share their stories, and hopefully along the way inspire the next generation.


Season 1 hosted by Cayana Freeman, Debbie Nakakande, Amber Jones & Savannah Thomas.


Season 2 hosted by Debbie Nakakande, Nina-Jade Paul, Savannah Thomas & Shanna Raj

Real stories from real role models!


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Instagram: @Driven.By.Us

Twitter: @DrivenByUs

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Produced By Driven By Us

Season 1 - Editor - Maddie Rome

Season 2 - Editor - Eddie Melbourne , UX/ Design - Theo Tagualo , Photography - Jordan Chapman

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Driven By Us
Career Success Economics
Episodes
  • British GP 25' Special @ Silverstone | Hosted By Debbie & Thandie
    Aug 18 2025

    British GP Special! - Driven By Us Community kicked off the Silverstone GP in full force at the Drivers Inn Stage, highlighting the power of community, connection, and inclusion in motorsport 💜


    We were thrilled to welcome so many passionate fans, allies, and changemakers to our Community Hub from all walks of life to a vibrant space created for conversation, collaboration, and celebration of inspiring voices in racing. 🏁✨


    From inspiring panel discussions to heartfelt meet-and-greets, it was incredible to see so many attendees both familiar faces and new supporters come together to share stories, ideas, and a vision for a more inclusive future in motorsport.


    Fun Fact - Our Panel featured across all TV screens around the circuit reaching around 75,000 attendees

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    20 mins
  • 2 Years Special @ F1 Arcade with Ariana Bravo, Calum Nicholas, Steph Alexander & James Dornor | Hosted By Cayana Freeman
    Aug 11 2025

    The 2nd anniversary celebration of F1 Arcade brought together a distinguished panel of voices from across the motorsport industry for a special live podcast-style event. Hosted by Cayana Freeman, the discussion cantered on journeys, diversity, community engagement, and the evolving fan culture within Formula 1. The event served not only as a milestone for F1 Arcade but also as a platform for thought-provoking conversation and inspiration.


    Ariana Bravo, a respected F1 presenter and broadcaster, shared her experiences navigating the fast-paced world of Formula 1 media. She spoke about the growing role of inclusion within the paddock and how platforms in transforming how fans access the sport and the importance of relatable, inclusive storytelling.


    Calum Nicholas, a seasoned F1 mechanic, offered valuable insights into the behind-the-scenes world of a Formula 1 team. His perspective highlighted the technical precision and teamwork required in high-pressure environments and encouraged aspiring engineers to remain persistent and curious in their pursuit of motorsport careers.


    Steph Alexander, a UK and international marshal and Calibration Engineer at Bosch, reflected on her unique dual role in motorsport. She emphasised the significance of volunteering and technical expertise, sharing how marshalling opened doors and gave her a deeper connection to racing at both grassroots and elite levels.


    James Dornor, founder of Driven By Us, spoke passionately about the need for continued progress in diversity and inclusion within motorsport. He underscored the importance of representation across all areas of the industry from the paddock to boardroom and the power of community-driven initiatives to effect lasting change.

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    43 mins
  • Bella James | Hosted By Savannah Thomas | S2 E8
    Aug 4 2025

    Bella James is a British motorsport content creator and presenter known for her sharp wit and engaging interviews. With a background in Business and a dissertation focused on the barriers women face in Formula 1, she brings both academic insight and a fresh perspective to the sport.


    Bella has collaborated with platforms like WTF1, conducted interviews with drivers such as Daniel Ricciardo and Oliver Bearman, and engaged with team principals like Christian Horner on the F1 Red Carpet!


    Her content spans TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, where she shares behind-the-scenes glimpses from events like the Goodwood Festival of Speed and the Monaco E-Prix.


    In 2025, Bella joined Sky Sports F1, marking a significant step in her career. Additionally, Bella has appeared on The Fast and the Curious, a podcast hosted by Driven By Us friends Greg James, Betty Glover, and Christian Hewgill.


    In these episodes, she provides race debriefs and insights, contributing to the podcast’s engaging discussions on Formula 1.


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    38 mins
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