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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!


Keep up to date on LinkedIn & Instagram @drivenbyuspodcast and make sure you hit the subscribe, leave a review and don't miss a single episode!


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Season 1 - Editor - Maddie Rome

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  • Ella Podmore MBE

    Ella Podmore MBE
    Jan 27 2025

    Season Finale! Savannah Thomas, speaks to the phenomenal Ella Podmore MBE, a multi award winning engineer, a distinguished materials engineering manager and a passionate advocate for women in engineering. With over a decade of experience in the materials sector, she has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise in managing complex projects and driving innovation in materials science. Her work has significantly contributed to advancing sustainable practices within the industry, ensuring that her team meets both operational excellence and environmental responsibility.


    In recognition of her outstanding contributions, Ella was awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE), a testament to her dedication to her profession and her community. Beyond her managerial role, she is deeply committed to promoting diversity in engineering. Ella actively mentors young women entering the field and participates in various initiatives aimed at increasing female representation in STEM careers. Through workshops, conferences, and outreach programs, she inspires the next generation of engineers to pursue their dreams and break down barriers in a traditionally male-dominated industry, in 2020 she won the IET's Young Woman Engineer of the Year!


    Ella's efforts have not only advanced her career but have also fostered a more inclusive and equitable environment within the engineering sector, making her a respected leader and role model for aspiring engineers everywhere.

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    48 mins
  • Jennie Gow

    Jennie Gow
    Jan 20 2025
    New host Savannah Thomas speaks to Jennie Gow is a distinguished radio, television presenter and journalist, renowned for her extensive work in motorsport broadcasting. She currently serves as BBC’s Formula 1 Presenter and Pit Lane Reporter Correspondent, contributing across television, radio, and online platforms, and is the presenter and pit lane reporter for BBC Radio 5 Live's Formula 1 coverage. Jennie career in broadcasting began in 1999 when she joined BBC Sport as a production secretary for "Sports Personality of the Century." Her passion for motorsports led her to present speedway and motocross events on various networks, including Channel 4 and Sky Sports. In 2010, Jennie became the presenter for BBC Sport's MotoGP coverage and in 2011, she joined BBC Radio 5 Live's Formula 1 team as a pit lane reporter and has been a prominent figure in F1 broadcasting since. Additionally, Jennie has presented ITV4's coverage of the FIA Formula E Championship and has been a co-commentator for the English-language world feed of Extreme E since 2021, the rise of Drive to Survive saw Jennie be a key figure and voice throughout seasons reviewing the drama in the world of Formula 1.
    In December 2022, Jennie suffered a significant health setback when she experienced a serious stroke that affected her speech and writing abilities. Her recovery journey was aided by a nurse who encouraged her to "get angry" to regain her speech. Demonstrating remarkable resilience, Jennie returned to work part-time in July 2023 and resumed her full-time duties as a presenter and correspondent in 2024. During her recovery, Jennie authored a book titled "How to Read F1," which was released in November 2024. The writing process played a therapeutic role in her rehabilitation, helping her overcome lingering dyslexia resulting from the stroke.Jennie is a huge inclusion advocate and close friend of Driven By Us and we're proud to have her own the podcast! You can order her book via the linkOrder Here



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    57 mins
  • Calum Nicholas

    Calum Nicholas
    Jan 13 2025

    Amber Jones speaks to an iconic figure in F1 - Calum Nicholas, a Senior Power Unit Assembly Technician at Red Bull Racing and a renowned pit stop crew member. He holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest tire change and gained fame through the Netflix series Drive to Survive.


    Beyond his technical role, Calum advocates for diversity in motorsports via his social media platforms. His contributions to the sport and his championship-winning team underscore his expertise and commitment to excellence in Formula 1.


    He shares insights about his journey in motorsport and his role within the team. Calum emphasises the thrill of working with high-performance cars and his passion for continuous learning in the fast-paced world of F1 racing.


    Pre Order Calum’s Book Here



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    43 mins

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