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The Intercooler

by Gez Medinger and Andrew Frankel · English · Leisure & Travel

The Intercooler podcast covers all things cars, driving and motorsport, plus the latest car news. Hosted by Gez Medinger and Andrew Frankel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 54 min
Latest: 5 Oct 2026
Language: English

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5 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 10 minNew

Live: Auctions with passion – Alex Porter on BaT UK #334

Live from the Bicester Scramble, Gez Medinger and Andrew Frankel interview Alex Porter, Operations Director of Bring a Trailer - to talk about his favourite car at the show, why he's bought a 1962 Lotus Elite and what it's like working every day on your passion. And don't miss the post-script, where Gez pitches Andrew a new feature for the podcast: Dungeons & Wagons. -------------------------------------------------------------- Love cars? Really love them? 👌🏁 Then you might be interested in the exclusive daily stories, podcasts and videos we make at Ti. If you'd like a 30-day no…

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S1 · E333 · 28 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

The return of tactile interaction #333

Andrew Frankel and Gez Medinger are joined by Ti contributor Ollie Marriage, to discuss trips to Maranello to experience top secret Ferrari products, the return of the manual gearbox and why we are now at 'low button'. -------------------------------------------------------------- Love cars? Really love them? 👌🏁 Then you might be interested in the exclusive daily stories, podcasts and videos we make at Ti. If you'd like a 30-day no obligation free trial, come and check us out at: www.the-intercooler.com -------------------------------------------------------------- Find out more about JBR…
S1 · E332 · 21 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 8 min

Alternative forms of combustion #332

Andrew Frankel and Gez Medinger reflect on the six years of the podcast to date, introduce a gentle evolution of the format, and take on the many alternative forms of combustion – a subject so huge it may take two episodes. -------------------------------------------------------------- Love cars? Really love them? 👌🏁 Then you might be interested in the exclusive daily stories, podcasts and videos we make at Ti. If you'd like a 30-day no obligation free trial, come and check us out at: www.the-intercooler.com -------------------------------------------------------------- Find out more about…
S1 · E331 · 14 Sep 2026 · 1 hr

From one cylinder through to 18, the best engines we've ever experienced #331

Dan Prosser, Andrew Frankel and Gez Medinger discuss the very best engines they've experienced of every configuration possible, from one-cylinder thumpers to the immense W16s inside the latest Bugatti. -------------------------------------------------------------- Love cars? Really love them? 👌🏁 Then you might be interested in the exclusive daily stories, podcasts and videos we make at Ti. If you'd like a 30-day no obligation free trial, come and check us out at: www.the-intercooler.com --------------------------------------------------------------…
S1 · E330 · 7 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 8 min

Our favourite restomods from £20k to £2m (and we have news...)

The marketplace for restomods seems to be exploding, with press coverage of ever newer cars receiving the treatment every week. What makes a restomod, and if we were given half a million to spend, which would we choose? There also happens to be no shortage of news to announce, from partnerships, to merch, new car related brain-teasers on the website and even more accessible Ti membership. Visit the UK portal for Bring a Trailer here - https://bringatrailer.com/uk/ Find out more about JBR Capital here – https://www.jbrcapital.com Use coupon code Ti10 to get 10% off your Supernatural Car Care…
S1 · E329 · 31 Aug 2026 · 57 min

Why the new Grand Tour will be a hit (and how should the BBC bring back Top Gear?) #329

Andrew Frankel and Dan Prosser are joined by Gez Medinger to discuss last week's podcast interview with the new hosts of the Grand Tour, James Engelsman, Thomas Holland and Francis Bourgeois. We've not seen an episode yet, but the show looks like it's going to be great. And exactly how should the BBC reboot the golden goose that was Top Gear? What's the future for cars on TV? Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy the subscriber-only midweek podcast Ask The…
S1 · E328 · 24 Aug 2026 · 48 min

The new Grand Tour hosts on replacing Clarkson, Hammond & May #328

Andrew Frankel and Dan Prosser invite the hosts of the new Grand Tour series onto the Ti podcast for an exclusive interview. Francis Bourgeois, James Engelsman and Thomas Holland describe how they landed the job, what the casting process involved, who's the best driver, and whether they had Clarkson, Hammond and May's blessing for the new show. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try…
S1 · E328 · 24 Aug 2026 · 1 min

Podcast alert! A world exclusive comes tonight

The Intercooler is proud to bring you an exclusive interview with the new hosts of the Grand Tour – James Engelsman, Francis Bourgeois and Thomas Holland – the only problem is that the embargo is at a minute past midnight on Tuesday 25th August. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E327 · 17 Aug 2026 · 58 min

Insane prices and sensational launches at Monterey Car Week #327

Dan Prosser, Andrew Frankel and Gez Medinger discuss the incredible new cars launched at Monterey Car Week, including the new manual transmission McLaren, the Gordon Murray S1 and the Aston Martin Valen, as well as the rocketing prices at the tentpole auctions. What does it mean for the man on the street? Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free –…
S1 · E326 · 10 Aug 2026 · 53 min

I'll take the old BMW M5 and the Carrera GT, please #326

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined by Ti contributor Gez Medinger to decide which of the cars that attended Ti's inaugural Concours d'Appréciation would find a place in their own personal garage, whether it be a 1, 2 or 3 car affair. Whose collection makes the most sense, and whose is absolutely crackers? Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free –…
S1 · E325 · 3 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

Unexpected hits, accidental immortals and enormous flops #325

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined by Ti contributor Gez Medinger to discuss the motoring world's biggest unexpected hits. How did they define market segments, and which have survived for decades – almost unchanged? And of course, which new models crashed and burned... figuratively. Tickets for Ti's inaugural Concours d'Appréciation (Bicester Motion, 6th August, 5-8pm) are available here: https://bicestermotion.com/shop/undefined/scramblers-x-the-intercooler-6-august Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for…
S1 · E324 · 27 Jul 2026 · 51 min

A very special kind of concours #324

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined by Ti contributor Gez Medinger, to discuss the inaugural Ti Concours d'Appréciation, the Budapest GP and the state of F1 in general, Dan's long term Audi S5, Andrew's Porsche Panamera e-hybrid, and Gez's new Cupra Formentor VZ5. Here's the link to buy tickets (£10) for the Concours d'Appréciation at Bicester Motion on 6th August: https://bicestermotion.com/shop/undefined/scramblers-x-the-intercooler-6-august Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to…
S1 · E323 · 20 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

Widowmakers #323

Andrew Frankel and Dan Prosser are joined by Ti contributor Gez Medinger to take on the spiky subject of cars that bite when you least expect it. Unsurprisingly, there might be a 911 or two mentioned. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR Capital here – https://www.jbrcapital.com Use coupon code Ti10…
S1 · E322 · 13 Jul 2026 · 54 min

Have we really changed our minds about the Ferrari Luce? #322

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about the year's most controversial new car, the Ferrari Luce EV. Having now seen it in person at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Andrew's opinion of it has softened. They also discuss modern supercar soundtracks, a new Chinese supercar and the life-size Lightning McQueen. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free –…
S1 · E321 · 6 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

The new 'manual' Ferrari, and why F1's rules will get tweaked #321

Dan Prosser and Gez Medinger discuss the British Grand Prix, the Porsche 911 S/C media launch and the new manual Ferrari 12Cylindri, whilst Andrew Frankel jets in to discuss a return to racing, and the new Bentley Torcal. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR Capital here – https://www.jbrcapital.com…
S1 · E320 · 29 Jun 2026 · 52 min

How Goodwood became home to the UK's biggest car show #320

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel investigate how the Goodwood Festival of Speed became the UK's biggest and most important car show. From humble beginnings in 1993 when just 2000 people were expected to attend, the event now welcomes more than 200,000 car enthusiasts each year, as well numerous new car debuts and superstar special guests. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off your subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free…
S1 · E319 · 22 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

Great cars undone by one fatal flaw #319

Andrew Frankel and Dan Prosser are joined by Ti contributor Gez Medinger to discuss cars that were foiled in their quest for success by one critical flaw. The discussion to start with Gez's DeLorean, which might just have more than one of those to deal with. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR…
S1 · E318 · 15 Jun 2026 · 47 min

Lewis Hamilton is back to his best #318

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss Lewis Hamilton's remarkable return to the top step of the Formula 1 podium – his first Grand Prix win for Ferrari. Is he now back to his best, and can he even fight for this year's drivers' championship? Dan and Andrew also talk about the 24 Hours of Le Mans, won by Toyota, plus the new electric BMW M3 and the fearsome Nichols N1A. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a…
S1 · E317 · 8 Jun 2026 · 48 min

When outsiders try, and fail, to build a car #317

Andrew Frankel and Dan Prosser discuss the challenges of massive brands who try to enter the world of car manufacturing. How many succeed? Dyson, Apple, and Google all invested hundreds of millions only to find it was rather harder than they expected. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR Capital here…
S1 · E316 · 1 Jun 2026 · 49 min

We need to talk about Ferrari #316

Andrew Frankel and Dan Prosser give their unvarnished take on the new Ferrari Luce, and Andrew talks about the new Renault Twingo, Aston Martin Vantage S and Rolls Royce Silver Ghost that he's taken the wheel of recently. Porsche Sunstede: https://www.porsche.com/uk/events-and-partnerships/sunstede/ Concours des Légendes: https://concoursdeslegendes.co.uk/ Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial,…
S1 · E315 · 25 May 2026 · 50 min

Live: WRC champion & F1, Prodrive and Motorsport UK boss David Richards #315

Live from the Bicester Scramble, Andrew Frankel and Dan Prosser interview motorsport legend David Richards about his long and varied career. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR Capital here – https://www.jbrcapital.com Use coupon code Ti10 to get 10% off your Supernatural Car Care order –…
S1 · E314 · 18 May 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

Live: F1, IndyCar and Le Mans ace Mark Blundell #314

Andrew Frankel and Dan Prosser interview Mark Blundell, live at the Bicester Scramble. They discuss his humble roots, his rise to F1, move to IndyCar, the Le Mans win in 1992 and his best qualifying lap ever. Not to forget the 198mph crash into the wall in Rio... Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR…
S1 · E313 · 11 May 2026 · 50 min

Which 1970s sports cars are the best buys? #313

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel go through the listings to see whether a £6k MGB is better buy than a £35k Land Rover Series II, or a £120k DeTomaso Pantera. Which would they both take home, given a lottery win? Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR Capital here – https://www.jbrcapital.com Use coupon…
S1 · E312 · 4 May 2026 · 49 min

The best (and worst) road trips ever #312

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined by Gez Medinger to discuss what a road trip should be, what their best experiences have been, and what’s happened when things have gone terribly wrong. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR Capital here – https://www.jbrcapital.com Use coupon code Ti10 to get…
S1 · E311 · 27 Apr 2026 · 46 min

The new car market is a total bloodbath #311

The new car market is a total bloodbath #episode 311 Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the state of the new car market, as brands write off billions of dollars in EV development programs. How are the Chinese brands managing to be so competitive, and what room is there left for enthusiast vehicles? Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free –…
S1 · E310 · 20 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 21 min

The complete history of The Intercooler #310

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel, on The Intercooler's fifth anniversary, explain how it came to be and what the future holds for it. They discuss The Intercooler's origins as a simple Instagram account, how it evolved into a podcast and digital magazine, what mistakes were made along the way, and how it will continue to evolve in the coming years. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off your subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it…
S1 · E309 · 13 Apr 2026 · 54 min

The most amazing people we've ever met #309

Who are the most interesting people Dan and Andrew have met in the worlds of motor racing, journalism or the world of cars at large? Bet you never knew this about Stirling Moss... Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR Capital here – https://www.jbrcapital.com Use coupon code Ti10 to get 10% off your…
S1 · E308 · 6 Apr 2026 · 53 min

Why the new Jaguar deserves to succeed #308

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the latest prototype drive of Jaguar’s £150k, 1000PS, luxury EV. Does it have what it takes to succeed? And what changes does F1 need to make to improve qualifying, racing and safety? Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a subscriber-only midweek podcast too. With a 30-day free trial, you can try it risk-free – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Find out more about JBR Capital here – https://www.jbrcapital.com…
2 Apr 2026 · 1 min

The Daily Podcast is moving!

We're moving The Intercooler Daily Podcast – everything you need to know is in this final episode. Click the link below to become a Ti subscriber and continue listening to all the same content in all the same places – for less money! Use coupon code pod20 at checkout for 20% off for the first year, plus a 30-day free trial. You'll also get full access to our multi award-winning online magazine – https://www.the-intercooler.com/subscribe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E307 · 30 Mar 2026 · 56 min

Why the Aston Martin Valhalla is an all-time great #307

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel review the stunning new Aston Martin Valhalla hypercar, the £1m, 1000bhp+ machine with which the British marque is taking on Ferrari and McLaren. But what is the Valhalla's one big shortcoming? Dan and Andrew also consider the health of the company overall by analysing its latest financial results, and they consider the Aston Martin Formula 1 team's dreadful start to the new season. Use coupon code pod20 at checkout to get 20% off an annual subscription to The Intercooler's online car magazine for the first year! Listen to this podcast ad-free, and enjoy a…

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The Intercooler is a English leisure & travel podcast from Gez Medinger and Andrew Frankel. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Gez Medinger and Andrew Frankel
Language: English
Category: Leisure & Travel
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 54 min
Latest episode: 5 Oct 2026
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