Red Bull’s Pit Stop Strategy Revealed! Calum Nicholas: What 13 Years Inside F1 Taught Me
Calum Nicholas has had an inside look at some of the most historic moments of Formula One. The former technician at Red Bull Racing spent over a decade traveling with the team, experiencing some of F1’s most intense seasons and dramatic championships. Now he’s now an ambassador, author of Life in the Pit Lane, and a leading voice in making motorsport more diverse.
In this gripping conversation with Dr. Kristen Holmes, he reveals:
What it’s like working with Max Verstappen behind the scenes
Why F1 pit stops fail and how teams recover
The true toll of the 2021 F1 World Championship fight
How the 2026 F1 regulations will reshape the grid
Red Bull’s strategy for the fastest pit stops in F1
The reality of losing a teammate in Formula One
How to handle pressure and perform when everything is on the line
When we’ll see the next female Formula One driver
If Cadillac made the right driver picks for 2026
Regardless of whether you’re an F1 fan, anyone will be able to appreciate Calum’s wisdom about pressure, purpose, and what it really means to perform at your highest level.
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:31) From F1 Mechanic to Red Bull Ambassador
(08:11) Marussia and Jules Bianchi's Tragic Death
(12:58) Inside the High-Pressure World of Formula One
(17:31) What Happens When a Pit Stop Goes Wrong?
(21:30) Handling Mistakes and Overcoming Failure in F1
(25:40) Functional Fitness: Physical and Mental Training for F1
(31:37) Working with F1 Champion Max Verstappen
(34:23) Winning the 2021 F1 World Championship
(42:39) WHOOP Ad
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(44:41) Mental Health Struggles in Elite Motorsports
(50:06) Speaking Up About Diversity in Formula One
(55:57) Current F1 Diversity Efforts and Progress
(58:04) The Barriers That Still Exist in Formula One
(1:08:59) Cadillac Joins the F1 Grid in 2026
(1:12:32) What Fans Should Expect from the 2026 Regulations
(1:17:52) What Teams Will Struggle Under the 2026 Rules
(1:21:33) Calum's Book and His Next Steps
(1:27:11) Kristen Breaks Down the Conversation
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NBA Trainer Chris Brickley Reveals the Secret Drills, Workouts, & Stories Behind NBA All-Stars!
Chris Brickley is the go-to trainer for the biggest names in basketball. Starting his career under coaching legends Rick Pitino and Phil Jackson, Chris made bold moves that ultimately set the stage for his breakthrough in the NBA. He’s worked with elite players like LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Kevin Durant, and Donovan Mitchell, shaping their training regimens and taking their games to new heights.
Now in this exclusive interview with Dr. Kristen Holmes, he take us behind the scenes of:
The coaching test he had to pass to join the Knicks
How Chris trained NBA stars while homeless
Whether he would ever want to coach an NBA team
The toughest crossroads he’s faced in his career
How NBA superstars LeBron James and Kevin Durant stay elite
Who Chris is most excited to watch in the 2025-26 NBA Season
How he’s grown from an NBA trainer into a global brand
What it actually takes to be one of the best player in the world
If you're a basketball enthusiast, aspiring coach, or just curious about the world of elite basketball, this episode of the Line is packed with valuable insights and tips from one of the best in the business.
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(00:00) Introduction
(02:33) Breaking into the NBA with the New York Knicks
(06:09) Gaining Trust with Carmelo Anthony & NBA Stars
(09:01) Why Chris Left the Knicks
(11:25) From Nike Deal to Homeless
(14:07) How Chris Brickley Built His Name
(17:09) Behind the Elite BlackOps Sessions & Runs
(20:21) Chris Brickley's 300 Drill
(23:37) Previewing the 2025-26 NBA Season
(27:38) Coaching in the NBA
(29:20) How Chris Sharpens His Coaching Skills
(31:52) Becoming a Global Brand with Puma
(33:35) Bon Charge Ad
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(35:37) Chris' College Journey & NBA Dreams
(39:22) Starting the Chris Brickley Invitational
(42:19) Making the Decision to Transfer to Louisville
(44:08) Meeting Coach Rick Pitino for the First Time
(47:39) Developing His Own Coaching Style
(55:20) How Chris Brickley Analyzes Basketball
(01:00:55) What Phil Jackson Taught Chris About Coaching
(01:05:19) Caitlin Clark & The Rise of the WNBA
(01:07:25) Training Angel Reese and WNBA Stars
(01:09:58) What Separates the Greatest NBA Players
(01:12:40) Chris’s Bond with Tim Hardaway, Donovan Mitchell & LeBron James
(01:14:15) Why LeBron James is the G.O.A.T.
(01:16:36) The Controversy of NBA Player Load Management
(01:22:13) Kristen Breaks Down the Conversation
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The Line - Official Trailer
This is The Line. The show for anyone who wants to reach their full potential.
Every week, Dr Kristen Holmes gives you next level access to athletes, coaches, and experts, and together they solve the hardest problems facing high performers and break them down into actionable steps, tools, and mindsets so that you can step over any line.
This is The Line. The show for anyone who wants to reach their full potential.
Every week, Dr Kristen Holmes gives you next level access to athletes, coaches, and experts, and together they solve the hardest problems facing high performers and break them down into actionable steps, tools, and mindsets so that you can step over any line.
Instagram: @theline.show
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