The Intercooler

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel

The Intercooler podcast covers all things cars, driving and motorsport, plus the latest car news. Hosted by Ti co-founders Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel.

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Jul 18, 2022 · 52 min
The great road races – Targa Florio, Mille Miglia and more #119
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the great road races of motorsport's golden age, including the Targa Florio, Mille Miglia and Carrera Panamericana. They were thrilling to drive and exciting to watch, but terribly dangerous as well. But which was the most dangerous of them all? With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 11, 2022 · 48 min
Scuderia Ferrari – the greatest race team ever? #118
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about Scuderia Ferrari – its 2022 Formula 1 campaign, its origins right the way back to 1929, its successes and failures in F1 and in sportscar racing, and its return to Le Mans in 2023. Is Enzo's race team the greatest of all time? With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 4, 2022 · 51 min
Our new website launches this week! Plus British Grand Prix and Red Bull's hypercar #117
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel reveal all about The Intercooler's new website ahead of its launch at midday on Wednesday, July 6 (check out the-intercooler.com). They also talk about the scintillating British Grand Prix, which was arguably the best race of the 2022 Formula 1 season so far, as well as the RB17, Red Bull's £5m hypercar. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 27, 2022 · 54 min
The EV that's breaking speed records, plus driving old Jaguar sports cars #116
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about the Goodwood Festival of Speed, where the McMurtry Speirling broke the outright hillclimb record and Andrew drove three very special Porsche racing cars. Dan also describes his experience driving a handful of continuation Jaguar sports cars and visiting Jaguar Land Rover's remarkable heritage collection. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 20, 2022 · 47 min
Why the McLaren Artura is a bigger step forward for its maker than it appears #115
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel review the new McLaren Artura hybrid supercar, which Andrew has been driving on his favourite roads in Wales. Does the car live up to expectations? They also talk about terrible hire cars, the era of the plug-in hybrid and the magic of the Goodwood Festival of Speed. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 13, 2022 · 53 min
Henry Catchpole on rallying, Le Mans and why he doesn't ride motorbikes #114
Dan Prosser is joined this week by regular Ti contributor Henry Catchpole. They discuss the weekend's 24 Hours of Le Mans and Azerbaijan Grand Prix, plus the World Rally Championship. Henry also talks about his time at DriveTribe and producing beautiful films for Carfection. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 9, 2022 · 32 min
Bonus episode! The best cars in Bonhams' Goodwood sale
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel bring you a bonus episode of The Intercooler podcast. Ahead of Bonhams' auction at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on June 24, they talk about the highlights of the sale including an ex-Michael Schumacher Benetton Formula 1 car and a low-mileage Jaguar XJ220. Find out more here – https://www.bonhams.com/auction/27521/goodwood-festival-of-speed-collectors-motor-cars-and-automobilia/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 7, 2022 · 57 min
Lotus Emira review – as good as we hoped? #113
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel have been driving two six-cylinder, manual sports cars – the Lotus Emira and Toyota GR Supra Manual. Full driving impressions on both, plus the Mercedes-AMG One hypercar revealed. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 30, 2022 · 45 min
The magic of the Monaco GP – or should that be monotony...? #112
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel debate the Monaco Grand Prix and whether it should remain on the Formula 1 calendar. It is one of the sport's halo events, but it's also often one of the most processional races of the year – would F1 be better off without it? This episode also includes the history of the Monaco GP and some of its more memorable incidents, plus a brief review of the Toyota GR86. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 23, 2022 · 49 min
The world's most expensive car and reviewing the new Range Rover #111
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel review the all-new Range Rover and look back at the history of the model. They also discuss the confusing new BMW M4 CSL and talk about the world's most valuable car. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 16, 2022 · 54 min
The Lotus Elan, BMW Z8 and other cars we got wrong #110
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel on the cars they've changed their minds on – including those they liked at launch but didn't enjoy later on, and the ones they didn't get at first but now really appreciate. They also shares news of The Intercooler's beautiful new website, coming in the next few weeks. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 9, 2022 · 45 min
The potentially ruinous world of optional extras #109
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss optional extras and the enormous cost they can add to a car. Do you really need them? They also talk about Tobias Moers leaving Aston Martin and the sad passing of Tony Brooks. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 2, 2022 · 51 min
BMW M at 50 years old #108
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel celebrate BMW M's 50th anniversary. Founded in May 1972, the M Division has produced more great performance cars than any other German in-house tuning arm. The 1M, E39 M5, M5 CS and the forthcoming M2 all come under the microscope in this episode. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 25, 2022 · 59 min
Tooling around in old cars and the art of oversteer #107
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel have been having fun in a handful of old cars. From a Seventies Corvette Stingray to an E39 BMW M5, this is why classic and modern classic cars are so enjoyable. They also talk about drifting and why it's become too prominent in motoring media. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 18, 2022 · 43 min
The budget restomods we'd love to see and demystifying car finance #106
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel share the (relatively) affordable restomods they would love to see built. Why should restomodding be for millionaires only? They are also joined by JBR Capital founder Darren Selig who sheds some light on the world of car finance. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 11, 2022 · 52 min
Driving a Le Mans-winning Porsche 962 #105
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel chat about Group C racing, arguably the greatest era for endurance motorsport. Andrew also describes driving a Le Mans-winning Porsche 962 at Goodwood, comparing that car to Jaguar's Group C contenders. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 5, 2022 · 54 min
Defunct! The British sports car manufacturers that are long gone #104
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about Marcos, Jensen, Invicta, Lagonda, Austin-Healey and countless other once great British sports and luxury car makers that don't exist any longer. The list is almost endless... They also wonder what caused so many thriving car manufacturers to close their doors for good. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 28, 2022 · 45 min
Porsche GT4 RS, a tour of Alpine's F1 factory and our new superstar writer #103
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about Andrew's test of the new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS in North Wales, plus Dan's tour of Alpine's Formula 1 factory in Oxfordshire. They also introduce a new addition to The Intercooler's world-beating writing team. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 21, 2022 · 54 min
Ferrari's greatest ever racing triumphs #102
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel celebrate Ferrari's greatest ever races, from Le Mans 1949 to the Schumacher era in Formula 1. They also discuss the 2022 F1 season opening Bahrain Grand Prix, Ferrari's first victory at the highest level since 2019. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 14, 2022 · 48 min
Motorsport innovation – bending the rules without breaking them #101
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about the great innovations and pioneering technologies in motorsport, inspired by Mercedes-AMG's radical 2022 sidepod design. This is the history of loophole exploitation and clever rulebook interpretation in racing. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or jbrcapital.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.