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Fear The Big DealsFear The Big Meal DealOur guest for this episode is the Limb Reaper, Lewis "Meal Deal" JohnsonWe discuss his favourite meal deal, his unconventional, slightly controversial mount Rushmore of wrestling and loads of other chaotic stuff, but not much wrestling.It was a fun one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-09-061h 28Fear The Big DealsInfinite Promotions: Hot Start PreviewWe're joined by Aaron Martin and (all the way from Canada) Liam Carr as they preview their next show, In Your Scouse: Hot Start.This is the first stop on the road to Mersey Mania so joined us as the lads give us a rundown of the card and what to expect going forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-1552 min
Fear The Big DealsInfinite Promotions In Your Scouse: Hot Start preview.We're joined by Infinite Promotions own Aaron Martin and Liam Carr (but not Lewis Johnson) to preview their next show, In Your Scouse: Hot Start. The first stop on the road to Mersey Mania, which takes place on 7Th September at St Benets club in Netherton
2024-08-0952 minFear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Scott ObermanOur guest on this episode is The Real Thing, Scott Oberman.In this episode we discuss travelling, anime and how difficult it is being an Everton fan.We also find out that Scott got into wrestling in a slightly different way than most Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-121h 02Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Hot Tag FoundationThis week's guests are Dan and Ross from the Hot Tag Foundation.A new nonprofit organisation who are going to be bringing some positivity and good vibes to Britwres.We spoke about their goals and the reasons they started the foundation, an absolutely incredible bunch of people doing good stuff for those less fortunate.Check them out on Instagram as well and look out for them at a show in the UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-212h 01Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs HCCThis week's episode is a catch up with Helen Charlotte Campbell, a year after we recorded our first episode she joins us to chat about the awesome year she's had and what she's got planned going forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-0728 minFear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Zoe NixOur guest this week is the Pop Punk Princess, Zoe Nix.Zoe is only 6 months into her career, we spoke about her training at New Wave Wrestling Academy, the influences behind her wrestling style, being openly trans and proud of it.We also spoke a lot about music as she talked us through the patches in her ring jacket.Big thank you to Zoe for giving up so much of her time for this episode. We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed recording it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-262h 50Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Infinite PromotionsSpecial midweek episode as we're joined by Aaron Martin and Liam Carr from Infinite Promotions.We had a chat about their big show coming up on 25th May, A Hard Days Fight, how things have been going since the relaunch in January and their plans for the rest of the year.Liam also tells us about his time in Canada doing the Winter Death Tour for CWF Canada. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-2258 minFear The Big DealsFTBD Vs KLW - Katie Louise WrasslinOur guest this week is Katie Louise Wrasslin, AKA, KLW.We've known Katie for a very long time and if you've ever seen any videos from Atomic or TNT shows, it's likely due to Katie.We spoke about how she got into wrestling late on and how she ended up working for TNT and the friends she's made along the way, and we also even have a Atomic Wrestling exclusive.Florida man was mentioned.Also we talk about if we can get Ryan Reynolds to turn up at an Atomic show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2024-05-171h 24Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Max BrookerOur guest this week is Max Brooker. We discuss how britwres has recovered and is in a really good place, the north West scene. How he had a hand in the getting Walter Jones (the OG black Power Ranger, to take part in a wrestling match at Liverpool Comicon and as always we went off on many tangents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-111h 18Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Harley HudsonJoining us this week is one of the hardest working wrestlers in the UK, Hudzilla, Harley Hudson.Harley won the 2023 TNA Gut Check, earning herself a developmental contract, so obviously we spoke about TNA. We also covered how she got into wrestling and if we can all band together and get Atomic Wrestling to book Peter Crouch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-031h 05Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Steve Dean's conspiraciesThis episode was a fun one.We were joined by our good friend Steve Dean to talk about all things conspiracies.Are we living in a simulation?Does anyone REALLY think the world is flat?Did man walk on the moon?Do aliens exist?We don't have the answers to these questions should really be asking.NOTE: this was a fun, light hearted chat. It's not a Qanon type thing, just three people talking rubbish about things they find interesting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-04-261h 29Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Eddie JadeOur guest this week is the wonderful Eddie JadeWe spoke about LGBTQ+ representation in the UKPriscillaEffys big gay brunchBeing at home in PCWA possible hardcore matchHarley Hudson and her gear. Why Eddie loved the Divas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-04-141h 11Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Lily WinterOur guest this week is the absolutely lovely Lily Winter. We spoke a lot about women's wrestling, how difficult it is for women in the wrestling industry and how it can be improved. Lily spoke about how cool it is making friends through wrestling and also told us the most wholesome story we've ever had on the podcast.Big thank you to Lily for giving up her evening and spending it with us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-291h 26Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs CritchyWe went full Scouse in this episode, joined by the fast rising Jack 'critch doggy dog' Critchlow. Find out what got him into wrestling and what his short term and long term goals are. Also find out what colour his bin is. This was another fun one to record.
2024-03-221h 01Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs AlfieeWe caught up with the lovely Alfiee and quite frankly we managed to go off on more tangents than ever. We spoke about what Alfiee has coming up this year, her beginnings and also setbacks with injuries which happened to be a blessing in disguise.This was such a fun chat and we hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed recording it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-151h 52
From the Broker's DeskINFLUENCELLE… 5 years later - Ana Pac, Kim Bruneau, Bianca Bayer, Rozel Gonzales, Taïna
Get ready for a special episode that's bound to inspire! As we stand on the eve of Women's International Day, I'm thrilled to share with you 'Influencelle' – a segment from 'From The Broker's Desk' (FTBD 9) that shines a spotlight on five incredible women who've made a real difference in both my life and, I hope, in yours too.
Meet Ana, the notary with a sharp mind and a steady hand; Kim, who effortlessly blends the worlds of fashion and finance, all while giving back to the community; Rozel, a yoga master whose wellness center is a sanctuary for many; Bi...
2024-03-081h 07Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Steve DeanWe had a lovely little chat with the wonderful referee/wrestler Steve Dean.We spoke about how important referees are in wrestling, how he got into wrestling, both as a fan and then getting into the business, what annoys him about wrestling, his favourite Hulk Hogan lie and much more. Big thanks to Steve for giving up his evening to chat with us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-02-091h 29Fear The Big DealsFTBD vs Mark AdamsThe wonderful Mark Adams joins us today to wrestling (obviously), what it meant to be the special guest ring announcer for Effy's Big Gay Brunch in Liverpool in May 2023, his constantly matching shirts and socks, hosting An Evening With Lana Austin on 3rd March https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Manchester/Head-Bar-Stretford%2Cmanchester/An-Evening-with-Lana-Austin/37118849/The TNT 10th birthday weekend, his friendship with legend Kendo Nagasaki and much much more.Thanks to Mark for giving us his time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-271h 21Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs ChristmasWe were joined by Megan, Steve Dean, Priscilla Queen Of The Day and Leon Grey for some Christmas Chaos ™Usually we'd write in here what we discussed to entice the listeners, but honestly it's just something you need to hear for yourselves. Have a happy and merry holiday period!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-221h 58Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Atomic WrestlingWe're joined this week by Chris and Matt from Atomic Wrestling We spoke about their beginnings, the upcoming show and just went off on loads of tangents. We also showed a lot of love to the UK wrestling scene at the moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-011h 09Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Tony WrightOur guest this week is The Leading Man of Professional Wrestling, one of the most lovely people on the planet, also one of the best dressed, Tony Wright.We get into how Tony got into wrestling, what move he'd love to take, his goals for wrestling and also Hulk Hogans lies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-241h 18Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Bleeding Gums WrestlingWe're joined this week by Andy from Bleeding Gums Wrestling to tell us all about their debut show coming up on 18th November in The Dissection Room of Summerhall in Edinburgh. We spoke about how stacked the card is with a real who's who of Deathmatch wrestling.Be warned, the swear count is high on this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-1247 minFear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Leah RavenOur guest this episode is the wonderful Leah Raven.Leah spoke about how she got into wrestling along with her boxing and MMA background.Tells us why The Undertaker is her all time favourite and also takes part in Let's Get Booked Up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-041h 13Fear The Big DealsFTBD get Booked Up.Neil and Sean do their own dream PPVs in a special Let's Get Booked Up episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-011h 29Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs MeganWe were joined this week by our favourite green machine, Megan. Megan is relatively new to the Britwres scene but is about to make big waves. Megan gave us a bit of an insight into her getting started in wrestling and what she's got coming up.We absolutely loved getting to chat with Megan and also popping her podcast cherry. Find out what incredible matches she put together in Let's Get Booked Up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-081h 26Fear The Big DealsFTBD are All In ft Jack BennettWe spent nearly 3 hours talking about All In and we were joined by Jack Bennett after a bit of synchronicity took place at All In. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-032h 50Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Aria CheckWe spoke with Aria Check recently and she gave us a bit of an insight of how she got into wrestling and also her groundbreaking match with Helen Charlotte Campbell. Aria also took part in Let's Get Booked Up and created her own dream ppv which has some banger matches in it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-201h 34Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Antonio GonzalezOur guest this week is the Death Match Fuck Boy, Antonio Gonzalez. We spoke about how he got into wrestling, the difference between death match and 'conventional' wrestling, his match against Allie Katch and his upcoming rematch against Big F'n Joe.Oh and also he didn't know who Shania Twain was, not too sure how that came up, but it did. Grab some of his merch at https://antoniogonzalez.bigcartel.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-121h 22Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs KCWJoining us for a second time is Malachi from Kumite.Malachi joined us to have a little chat about the last Kumite event of the year, Demolition which takes place on 20th August. We also spoke about their previous event New Blood, which will be available on IWTV very shortly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-0659 minFear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Sean Smith.We recently had a little talk with the wonderfully hilarious and very friendly Sean Smith of The Blackout, Raiders and Sappenin Podcast fame. Sean gave us a bit of an inside into the hugely successful reunion of The Blackout after 8 long years and as always took part in Let's Get Booked Up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-231h 56Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Michael CadenIn the last of our Thrill Kill specials we had a little chat with Sad Boy Deathmatch Wrestler Michael Caden.Michael was kind enough to give up some of his time to chat about how he got started in wrestling, the upcoming Thrill Kill even at TNT Extreme Wrestling in Liverpool and he also has an insane dvd/VHS collection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-131h 18Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Tommbie part 2The 2nd part to our almost 3 hour chat with Tommbie, he books his own fantasy PPV including the likes Bryan Danielson, Terry Funk and Kevin Steen (Owens) We also think he broke the sound barrier towards the end of the episode as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-121h 13Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs TommbieWe recently had a chat with UK Deathmatch Wrestler Tommbie who gave us a little insight into how he got into wrestling and then deathmatch wrestling. We spoke about the upcoming TNT event Thrill Kill, his creativity and a gruesome injury at Kumite. Tommbie also had a chance to give his reply to what Alton Thorne had to say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-111h 32Fear The Big DealsBonus Episode: Kumite Combat WrestlingWe spoke to Malachi, who is a co-owner and co-founder of Kumite Combat Wrestling based out of Derby in the UK.Malachi talks about the origins of KCW, their upcoming show New Blood, general wrestle chit chat and as always he books his own PPV in Let's Get Booked Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-091h 34Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Alton ThorneWe recently caught up with UK Deathmatch Wrestler and lovely human Alton Thorne. We spoke about him being a Kumite OG, the upcoming Thrill Kill event at TNT Extreme Wrestling, his thoughts on Tommbie and the other participants in Thrill Kill.Also in Let's Get Booked Up, Alton came up with an incredible PPV card. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-051h 49Fear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Helen Campbell Part TwoWelcome to the second part of our lovely chat with Helen. In this episode Helen fantasy books her own PPV in our first ever Let's Get Booked Up segment. Some of the matches Helen came up with are pretty unreal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-1840 minFear The Big DealsFTBD Vs Helen Campbell Part OneOur guest this week is UK Independent Wrestler Helen Campbell. Helen was kind enough to give up some time for us to talk about her career so far, taking part in the Rainbow Rumble at the first international edition of Effys Big Gay Brunch, her favourite PPV and much more. We talked for so long that we've split it into two episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-101h 01
#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep 10: Sexual Violence Doesn't DiscriminateTRIGGER WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS FIRST PERSON ACCOUNTS OF VIOLENT SEXUAL ASSAULT.
LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED
Today we are priveledged to have an amazing man, Mr Matthew Dodunski, join us to share the story of his personal journey. Matt has arguably been to the depths of hell (and when you listen you will understand why) but more than that, he has carved a path out and back to leading an amazing life with an amazing partner.
Battling not only understanding his own sexuality from a very young age, and the stigma and flat o...
2021-01-2729 min
#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep 09: Domestic Violence Survivor Jodie R shares her storyStanding on the outside looking in, Jodie had the perfect life.
Great job with loads of responsibility, 2 Degrees, a beautiful daughter... and the perfect partner...
But no one knows what goes on behind closed doors...
Jodie shares how her life descended into a living hell that only seemed to get deeper after trying to walk away
But more than this, you are about to meet an amazing women who despite her abuse, still puts her daughter first and paves the way for her daughter to try and have a relationship with the...
2020-11-0526 min
#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep 08: Victims & Warriors... Nothing In BetweenWhen we think of heroes we tens to think of soldiers, first responders and emergency workers. By the end of this episode, you will have a new perception of what heroism really looks like...
Today we talk with Black Dog Brother Dylan, a young man who spent 11 years at the hands of a ruthless peadophile ring.
But thats, just the start of Dylans story...
Hear how Dylan put himself directly in harms way by willingly returning to his perpetrators in order to bring down the whole ring.
It is my pleasure a...
2020-08-1338 min
#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep 07: From alcoholic to inspiration... Meet Aaron LockThe human spirit is an amazing thing, and Aaron Lock is living proof.
Hear the story of a man who was first introduced to alcohol at the age of just 5... The downhill slide to rock bottom that followed... And the journey back from the darkest recesses of hell.
Aaron is now an incredible Father, a loving husband, and is helping Black Dog Coaching change lives all over Australia... and eventually the world.
Strap yourself in for an incredible story that proves... ANYONE can find their way back no matter how far down you go...
2020-08-1153 min
#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep 06: "Commando" Steve Willis... The man behind the camsMany of you will know him as "Commando Steve" from hit TV show The Biggest Loser...
But very few know the story of the man Steve Willis...
Tonight, Black Dog Coaching is extremely proud and honoured to have Steve as a guest on our podcast #FTBD (Fu*k The Black Dog)
Steve will be sharing his own story, in his own words. From joining the infantry at a very young age, to his time in Special Forces, and of course his rise to fame through The Biggest Loser and the pressure of being in the public eye.
Steve is also...
2020-04-2956 min
#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep5: Bad Boy For Love🔥 Australian Rock Legend (and once infamous bad boy of the industry!)
🔥 Television presenter
🔥 Member of the Order of Australia for his role as a youth advocate
You may know ANGRY Anderson, the Australian Icon and lead singer of legendary rock band Rose Tattoo... But do you know Gary Anderson... The man behind the legend?
Horrendous childhood abuse
The loss of a child
Alcoholism and drug addiction
Gary shares the most personal details of his life, and shares his approach to living with the Black Dog on a daily basis.
This is one you don't want to miss
2020-04-251h 18#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep 04: Dan Fitts (DFP Coaching)... The Man, The Myth, The LegendPeople often say I've got a head for radio, but Dan has a voice for radio, so it was inevitable that we do a podcast together at some point.
Dan witnessed first hands the effects of family alcoholism and domestic violence, right up to and including, witnessing his mother stab his father. Needless to say this set the wheels for in motion for a life of his own battles with addiction and crime...
But Dan has come out the other end stronger and wiser for it, and now runs DFP coaching... a similar company to...
2020-03-0832 min#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep 03: Metamorphosis - From Slaughterhouse Worker to Vegan ActivistThis is the astonishing yet true story of Craig Whitney; a former slaughterhouse worker who hit rock bottom after years of witnessing and partaking in the gruesome job of slaughtering cattle. After years of slitting throats and being knee deep in blood, Craig turned to the bottle and marijuana to help get through the struggle that his life had become.
Years after leaving the industry, a toxic relationship saw the lid come off everything Craig had been suppressing and the result was nothing short of tragic, leading to a path of public shame and a suicide attempt.
2019-11-2829 min#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep 02: Bullets, Meth & Death... And RedemptionChildhood trauma, outlaw motorcycle gangs, drug addiction and a bullet to the chest... And all of that was before the real rock bottom.
Listen in to hear the amazing story of Duncan Burns, a man who has walked through fire, to hell and back.
But here he stands, not only stronger than ever, but with a vision and purpose that few would dare to tackle... To completely overhaul the youth justice system and work with young men in order to prevent them from walking the path he did.
This is a true story o...
2019-11-061h 00#FTBD (F**K The Black Dog)#FTBD Ep 01: You Are Not AloneMy name is Coach Neil
I am the founder of Black Dog Brotherhood; the only fitness and nutrition company that works exclusively with men battling the Black Dog
I have also lived with severe depression for a very long time...
Like most men, I never spoke about it. Never got help. Never acknowledged it... until I found myself in my car preparing to end my life...
What I know now is IM NOT ALONE
This episode is my story, my journey...
This podcast is all about giving...
2019-11-0645 min