Wrestling with the Champ
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A scripted wrestling comedy in a podcast hosted by Damien St John (himself) and featuring the 34-time Pub Wrestling Federation champion the Ginger Ninja (Ant McGinley). Each episode features current and former wrestlers, managers, mentors, lovers and enemies who all share stories from their time in the squared-circle with the Champ. Brace yourself for the funniest ride in wrestling.
Wrestling with the Champ
8M ago
In this Patreon preview, Ant reveals what wrestling in gravy was really like, and we discuss the sheer amount of global media coverage The Champ has received from the likes of CNN, Daily Mail, Metro UK, Reuters and BBC Radio 5 Live. Plus, Damo discusses plans for the Leicester Comedy Festival 2024 and we play you a never-before-heard clip from the archives featuring our dear friend, Charles Commins AKA Affray. Unlock the full episode now by hitting the link in the description or by visiting our website. Get bonus content on Patreon
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Wrestling with the Champ
1y ago
The true story behind one of the most infamous moments of the Champ's career comes to light, as Damien uncovers who was behind the ritual humiliation.
To help them they welcome childhood starlet turned wrestler Kid Milk. and one of the Ginger Ninjas' many dream women, saucy singer Liz Love. Starring in order of appearance: Ant McGinley, Damien St John, Jack Johnson and Beccy Spurrit.
Wrestling With The Champ was created by Damien St John. Written and Produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John, with additional production from Lewis Reeves. Additional sound FX by Will Leamon.
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Wrestling with the Champ
1y ago
Returning to his old school, the Champ gives a speech on his favourite subject. Find out where his bloodlust for aggression began in our most violent episode yet, as we reveal why the Ginger Ninja should never be your first opponent.
We've been nominated as Best Comedy in the Sports Podcast Awards. To vote for us and find out about our upcoming live shows head to wrestlingwiththechamp.com
Wrestling with The Champ is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John. This episode featured the voices of Sam Thomas, Joey Rinaldi and Jonny Goldsmith.
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Wrestling with the Champ
1y ago
The Champ finds himself out of time. In a future where nobody knows who he is, can he make it back before a young influencer steals his crown? And his book signing?
Wrestling with the Champ is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Also starring Dan Mellins (danmellins.com) Neal McLelland, Ian Brannan, and Jo Milmine. With Additional production from Jonny Goldsmith.
For more episodes, plus videos and links head over to http://www.wrestlingwiththechamp.com
Music featured within this episode is licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License
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Wrestling with the Champ
1y ago
Using previously unheard archive footage, we go back to 2009, and a new type of event that was on course to change the world of wrestling forever. Riding high on a wave of popularity, the Ginger Ninja and his best friend Churros were destined for greatness when they formed The Lost Adventurous. But trouble lay on the horizon.
Wrestling With The Champ is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Starring, in order of appearance: Aimee Joshua, Ciaran Saward, Damien St John, Ant McGinley, and Jo Milmine. This episode was inspired by Callum Sutherland - the original Churros. See th ..read more
Wrestling with the Champ
1y ago
Go behind the scenes and explore the flip side of the ring with the stars of the show, Ant McGinley (The Champ) and Damien St John (himself). In this special episode, you'll hear what it took to bring the fictional Ginger Ninja to life, as Ant and Damo go unscripted, unplanned and unafraid.
Join us LIVE at the Leicester Comedy Festival for the first-ever performance of Smiledriver! Tickets are free but places are limited, so please book to avoid crying and generally sad times. Saturday, February 11th at the LCB Depot at 7:20pm.
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