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The Product David Starr presents We The Independent.We are more than a brand. We are a movement. We are labor empowerment. We The Independent are here to change the system.

David Starr


    • Jun 16, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 44 EPISODES


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    43 - Chakara & Cassius

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 59:23


    This week James is joined by Chakara and The Neon Explosion Cassius, as they discuss, equality, fairness in opportuinities and they take part in a Quiz about the Women's Royal Rumble.Support the movement. https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Chakara : https://twitter.com/chakarawrestlerFollow Cassius : https://twitter.com/NeonCassiusFollow James : https://twitter.com/Y2jimbob

    42 - Alex Shelley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 155:44


    Sugar Dunkerton brings you another INDIE TIL INFINITY, this time speaking to veteran of the corporate and Indie wrestling scene, Alex Shelley.Suppoort the movement.. https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopGet Suge's Tee here,,, All proceeds go towards Black Lives Matter. https://www.wetheindependent.com/product-page/suge-independent-t-shirt

    41 - Mental Wellness

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2020 73:28


    This special podcast focusses on the thoughts and experiences of people within the wrestling community and health professionals towards the subject of Mental Wellness.Thank you the Gene, Simon, Rhia, Priscilla, Trevor, Jordan, Ed and Steve for all contributing.Links for those seeking helpArts & Minds : http://artsandminds.org.uk/BAPAM : http://www.bapam.org.uk/TIME TO CHANGE : https://www.time-to-change.org.uk/Get Trevor's mindfulness song here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh6s71MicgYAccess Gene's recommended "Where is my mind?" podcast, here: https://play.acast.com/s/whereismymindFollow peopleGene: https://twitter.com/imsomunnySimon : https://twitter.com/SimonMiller316Rhia : https://twitter.com/rdpixiePriscilla : https://twitter.com/PriscillaqotrJordan : https://twitter.com/JordanBeatwellEd : https://twitter.com/edfiascoSteve : https://twitter.com/srice_duncanEQUITY : https://twitter.com/EquityUKSupport the movement : https://www.wetheindependent.com/shop

    40 - Dave Mercy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 103:24


    Thie week Starr & James are joined by former Pro Wrestling Chaos owner Dave Mercy to discuss the future of Indie Wrestling in the light of Covid-19.We also discuss calling out bad promoters, NXTUK, UK & US Politics, and what "We The Indie" means those that run wrestling companies.Support the movement here : https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Dave here https://twitter.com/DaveNoMercy64

    39 - Indie til Infinity - Drew Cordeiro

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 118:41


    "Beyond All Expectation"This week Suge discuss how from this dark time, opportunity is showing itself and how that truly makes him feel. He also chats with Beyond Wrestling's Drew Cordeiro.Come for the interview, but get hooked by Suge's very heartfelt and very honest monologue regarding his recent successes at AEW at the start.Get Suge'sTee here.... https://www.wetheindependent.com/product-page/suge-independent-t-shirtFollow Suge here https://twitter.com/SugarDunkertonFollow Drew Here: https://twitter.com/drewcordeiro

    38 - Millie McKenzie

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 59:58


    This week James talks mid Lockdown to Millie McKenzie.We talk struggles with loving wrestling, Fight Club Pro, Starting into the business young, Trust in promoters and so much more.Support the movement here : https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Millie here : https://twitter.com/MillieMcKenzie0Follow James here : https://twitter.com/Y2jimbobFollow We The Independent here : https://twitter.com/wetheindie

    37 - Darnell Mitchell

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 112:27


    Indie Til Infinity : DIVERSE REALNESS. You can expect nothing less with this week's guest, Darnell Mitchell of Uncanny Attractions. A producer, booker, voice of reason, and a man of style; his work behind the scenes in wrestling has helped to protect the authenticity of LGTBQ and minority stories behind the scenes in Northern promotions. He makes it a point to explain why we need different backgrounds in the writing room, the stir his opinions have caused, the resistance to inclusivity at times in wrestling, and so much more. To get a feel for the foreground; we absolutely must understand the background and this is one you'll definitely want to take in!Support us : https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Suge https://twitter.com/SugarDunkertonFollow Darnell https://twitter.com/dnellicious

    36 - WWE: An Essential Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 119:20


    This Week, David Starr and James are joined by journalist Will Cooling as we take a deep dive into the WWE's business from this past week and it;s impact on worker rights, welfare and safety. We cover:What was the point of Wrestlemania?Linda McMahon's Pro Trump Pac.The Essential Business Status of WWEVince & Trump.WWE staff and talent firings.Roman Reigns' one man stand.Seth Rollins' thoughts on UnionisationThe bloke from Doctor Who's thoughts on what constitutes essential media..The practice of AEW, NJPW, ROH & more.Thoughts on the Fink.Politics and more.Support the movement: https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Will : https://twitter.com/willcoolingFollow David : https://twitter.com/TheProductDS

    35 - Eddie Kingston

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 131:53


    This week, David Starr & James Musselwhite sit down and talk with Eddie Kingston as we take a deep dive into....* Racism in the 2nd Grade* Chikara and real life feuding with Chris Hero* Signing for the numbers not the letters* #metoo and locker room ettiquette* Remembering Larry Sweeney and so much more.Support the movement, https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopTwitter linkshttps://twitter.com/wetheindiehttps://twitter.com/Y2jimbobhttps://twitter.com/MadKing1981https://twitter.com/TheProductDS

    34 - Shane Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 130:27


    Shane Taylor joins David and James this week to discuss, ROH's new direction in terms of company and employee welfare, balancing family and business and representation in the future of wrestling.Deep Dive as always, tough questions, tough answers.Follow Shane https://twitter.com/shane216taylorSupport the movement, https://www.wetheindependent.com/shop

    33 - Katarina Waters

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 118:41


    This week, Suge talks with Katarina Waters who ran the gauntlet of WWE and IMPACT as well as the indies. Her story is one of being truly independent with her passions, be it acting, wrestling, stunt work, directing and so much more.Often forgotten or 'lost in the shuffle', she bridges a gap in women's wrestling history between Divas and women's wrestling and she actually gets to speak on that. Plus, she shares how to balance passions beyond wrestlingStay safe, Be kind.Support the movement, https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Katarina https://twitter.com/katarinasinfamyFollow Suge https://twitter.com/SugarDunkerton

    32 - Timothy Faust

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 77:55


    This week David is working with technology alone as he is joined by Timothy Faust, author of the book "Health Justice Now!"They talk Universal Health Care in the United States and the impact of the current Covid 19 Pandemic.Get the book here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Justice-Now-Single-Payer/dp/1612197167Visit our store here https://www.wetheindependent.com/shop

    31 - Is this the End?, Corona Virus & Wrestlemania

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 122:13


    David Starr, Sugar Dunkerton & James Musselwhite chat about the Political and social impact of the current health pandemic, issues surrounding Wrestlemania and more.Support the movement. https://www.wetheindependent.com/shop

    30 - The Wallmart Dudes (AKA The Faction)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 98:44


    Rollback, Never Fall Back.Suge is back and taking a deep dive with L0rd Adrean of the Faction, talking all things from representation of black stereotypes in wrestling, to taking bumps in a basketball court.These guys went viral after wrestling in a Walmart, get the scoop behind the video and thoughts of a true innovator and how all of this lead to a Wrestlemania booking at Joey Janela's Spring BreakFollow Suge https://twitter.com/SugarDunkertonFollow L0rd Adrean, https://twitter.com/l0rdadreansupport the movement, https://www.wetheindependent.com/shop

    29 - Cara Noir

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 71:42


    Today, we are proud to present this Special Bonus episode as WXW 16 Carat winner, Progress Champion and man behind Cara Noir, Tom Dawkins joins us for a chat with James Musselwhite.This is a deep dive. We talk challenges at school, the influence of Pete Dunne, dealing with promoters, the Pac match, the Dragunov programme and so much more.This is a must listen for all new wrestlers, for fans and for anyone who wants to take a look behind the swan's mask.Follow Cara https://twitter.com/Cara_NoirFollow James https://twitter.com/Y2jimbobSupport the movement. https://www.wetheindependent.com/shop

    28 - David Starr Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 166:20


    David is joined by James as we launch our first mailbag episode, with Questions from Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.Also David delves into Super Tuesday and Bernie's prospects from here.00:00:00 - Super Tuesday 01:25:25 - Q&ASupport us, go to https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow us : https://twitter.com/wetheindiehttps://twitter.com/TheProductDShttps://twitter.com/Y2jimbob

    27 - Indie Til Infinity - Ophidian

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2020 141:10


    He's broken the internet before "viral" was a term. Branding, social media, and marketing were apart of the plan before it wad gospel for the average independent wrestler. Ophidian often doesn't get the credit he deserves for how ahead of the time he was for the wrestling business, but now that it's caught up, how is he adapting in this day and age?Find out as the CHIKARA & GCW superstar discusses the changing wave of the indies, being truly independent, his impact with the Osirian Portal tag team into going solo, his Latin heritage being dismissed in his early days and so much more. We're peeling off the snakeskin and getting to the vulnerable truth on this episode of Indie Til.Support the Movement... https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Ophidian,... https://twitter.com/OphidianCobraFollow Suge ... https://twitter.com/SugarDunkerton

    26 - John Robertson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2020 119:12


    25 - Indie Til Infinity : "Future Shock" Tom Fulton

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 107:42


    "Futureshock" Tom Fulton has wrestled in over 12 countries, is the father of pro wrestling in Romania, has tagged alongside the Rock N' Roll Express' Ricky Morton, had 3 tours of Mexico, and runs a training school.Yet we're willing to bet the average wrestling fan, driven by social media, doesn't know a thing about this! Join us on this episode of Indie Til Infinity as we explore Fulton's story; complete with how he's opened so many doors with limited resources, his passion to create a scene for pro wrestling from scratch in Romania, rejecting social media, and so much more. This episode is proof that great things are happening all around us; even when nobody's watching.Subscribe to the podcast through your app.Follow us : https://twitter.com/wetheindieFollow Suge: https://twitter.com/SugarDunkertonSupport us : https://www.wetheindependent.com/shop

    24 - ETM: TK Cooper & Chuck Mambo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 111:15


    This week, James is joined by ETM's Tk Cooper and Chuck Mambo as they talk Riptide, How to get booked at Impact, Progress Wrestling, Magic, Cara Noir, Mad Kurt, Promos & Fidgeting. We have the privilige of a sound board, which we take liberties with literally minutes into the podcast...and we play our new quiz "Top 3" where TK and Chuck have to name their top 3, Wrestling finishers, Wrestling themes, and Royal Rumble moments.SHOW NOTES:2:20 - What is ETM -6:20 - Zack Sabre Jr, Progress & mentoring -21:30 - Riptide Wrestling -35:00 - Mad Kurt -38:44 - Impact Wrestling -42:45 - Re launching TK Cooper -49:50 - Magicians & wrestling -57:10 - NEW QUIZ - TOP 3! -Subscribe to the podcast through your app.Follow us : https://twitter.com/wetheindieSupport us : https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow James : https://twitter.com/Y2jimbobFollow TK Cooper: https://twitter.com/PureTKCFollow Chuck Mambo: https://twitter.com/ChuckMamboBuy ETM merch : https://etmworld.bigcartel.com/product/orangesoda

    23 - Indie Til Infinity : Faye Jackson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 151:32


    Sugar Dunkerton returns with "Indie til Infinity" and this "Eyebrow raising" discussion with Faye Jackson.Another deep dive, talking all things from Shane McMahon to Tessa Blanchard to Representation in wrestling, Effys Big Gay Brunch and of course the GREY SWEATPANTS BATTLE ROYALSupport the movement: https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Suge at https://twitter.com/SugarDunkertonFollow Faye at https://twitter.com/fayejackson419Buy Suge's tee here, https://www.wetheindependent.com/product-page/suge-independent-t-shirtFollow We The Independent at https://twitter.com/wetheindie

    22 - Impeachment, Evolve, Quiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2020 170:24


    It’s 2020, and we are back with the first podcast of the year and a new format. David Starr is joined by Zoe Lucas and James Musselwhite as they discuss US & UK politics, and take a look at the current wrestling landscape and how our movement is helping force change for its workers. Most importantly there is a wrestling quiz, who will win Zoe or Starr?SHOW NOTES:0:00:00 – How to get a WWE tryout0:07:00 – The Royal Family0:16:00 – Iran0:19:45 – Impeachment1:02:00 – Brexit and 2019 Election1:22:00 – Labour Leadership Election1:45:00 - Wrestling news1:53:00 - Evolve2:10:00 - HHH2:19:30 - QUIZ!Support the movement: https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Starr at https://twitter.com/TheProductDSFollow James at https://twitter.com/Y2jimbobFollow Zoe at https://twitter.com/zoelucasproFollow We The Independent at https://twitter.com/wetheindie

    21 - Christmas Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 41:44


    Come and Join us as we celebrate the holiday season, with chritmas poems, readings and song, performed by talents from the INDEPNDENT wrestling scene.Show featuresIn the Bleak Midwinter (song) - Josh Bevan A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens - Gene MunnyThe Grinch who stole Christmas, Dr Suess - Session Moth MartinaThe Death of The Old Year, Lord Tennyson - Spike TrivetA Visit from St Nick - Sugar DunkertonHave yourself a merry little Christmas - Josh Bevan.Support the movement https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow us https://twitter.com/wetheindie

    20 - David Starr Wrestling News & Election

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 131:59


    This week we disscuss wrestling news involving ACH, Kelly Klein & WWE in Saudi Arabia and the upcoming UK election with Former Lib Dem Spin Doctor and Indpendent political journalist Mark Leftly.This discussion covers all of the major parties, delving into their manifestos and setting out predictions for what might happen come the morning of December 13th.SHOW NOTES:0:00:00 - Starr Discusses ACH, Kelly Klein & WWE in Saudi Arabia.0:56:00 - Election discussion (apologies for audio issues due to faulty equipment.)Support the movement: https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow Starr at https://twitter.com/TheProductDSFollow James at https://twitter.com/Y2jimbobFollow Mark at https://twitter.com/MLeftly

    19 - Indie Til Infinity - Lufisto

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 120:21


    Sugar Dunkerton returns with "Indie til Infinity" and this fascinating discussion with LuFisto.We talk the Real history of womens wrestling, intergender wrestling, the difficulties of being a female talent and how nice guys don't always get what they deserve.Deep dive, involve yourself, open your ears and have an open mind.Visit www.wetheindependent.com/shop to support the movement.

    18 - Riptide Wrestling

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019 116:51


    Quite often we hear, "We the Indie won't work because promoters will never approve unionisation". So we thought we'd talk to a promoters of one of the hottest Uk Independent promotions.Josh Bevan & Justine Colla discuss the difficulties faced by promoters in 2019, the importance of looking outside the wrestling bubble to expand your brand and how unionisation can help everyone create a safer better working environment.SHOW NOTES: 0:04:00 - Video Games0:10:10 - How to market wrestling.0:25:10 - The importance of image0:30:30 - Locker room culture0:47:00 - Creating your niche0:57:30 - Wrestler welfare1:16:00 - Harnessing non wrestling talent.1:34:10 - QUIZ!Support We The Independent : https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopCode INDIE15 for 15% til Sunday 1st DecFollow James - https://twitter.com/Y2jimbobFollow Riptide - https://twitter.com/RIPTIDEwresFollow Josh - https://twitter.com/joshbevan88Follow Justine - https://twitter.com/pastasauca

    17 - Effy - The Big Gay Podcast.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 120:45


    Indie til infinity returns with Sugar Dunkerton and Effy who holds NOTHING back.We cover a lot of ground, from Suge's heartfelt opening monologue to Effy's thoughts on the way talent are treated in US indies. This is an immersive discussion of real topics, with real problems and real solutions.Show Notes:0:00:00 - Suge Monologue.0:17:45 - Effy Interview0:27:30 - The world of contracts0:32:00 - The importance of the internet0:42:30 - Confronting promoters0:47:00 - The locker room handshake0:52:10 - Diversity1:17:30 - Effy's Big Gay Brunch1:28:45 - The NXT & Evolve problem1:43:00 - Learning from the past to do something newFollow Effy : https://twitter.com/EFFYlivesFollow Suge : https://twitter.com/SugarDunkertonSupport We The Independent : https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopPhoto credit : Jordan Nachole

    16 - Paul Robinson (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 59:06


    This is part 2 of our chat with Paul Robinson, a more lighthearted discussion as paul shares stories from behind the curtain, including importance of maintaining kayfabe at the merch table, Calling out staff at Dulux, the signifigance of good manners and Robbo takes on David Starr in a wrestling Quiz where the loser (probably David Starr) buys Nandos.Show Notes0:00:00 - Intro0:03:00 - Wrestling goals and the impact of Paul's size.0:16:00 - The feud with Dulux0:18:00 - Stories from the merch table and interactions with parents.0:24:00 - Unions in action0:31:00 - QUIZ!Support the project and get our new Unionize Tee here... https://www.wetheindependent.com/product-page/unionize-teeFollow David - www.twitter.com/theproductDSFollow Paul - www.twitter.com/pr_wrestlingFollow James - www.twitter.com/y2jimbobAlso, REGISTER TO VOTE: https://www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

    15 - Indie Til infinity w/ MVP

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2019 91:21


    Indie Til infinity returns with Sugar Dunkerton talking to the fantastic MVP.Lots covered in this episode, including advice for young performers in the world of wrestling right now, the imapct of movies on representation and wrestling, plus a dive into the Jordan Myles / WWE T shirt controversy, from a man who actually gave direct advice on how best to handle it.This is an episode FULL of real and passionate content.00:00 - Intro15:00 - Interview16:30 - Being Independent.21:30 - The impact of The Young Bucks31:30 - Mainstream movies and Pro Wrestling38:50 - Choosing NJPW over WWE44:00 - Asking for your release from WWE55:50 - The impact of "Into the Spiderverse"1:02:00 - Representation1:14:10 - The Jordan Myles / ACH situationFollow us - https://twitter.com/wetheindieFollow Suge - https://twitter.com/SugarDunkertonFollow MVP - https://twitter.com/The305MVPSupport us here - https://www.wetheindependent.com/shop

    14 - Paul Robinson (part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2019 86:17


    This weeks guest is Union Member, Paul Robinson. He talks with David Starr and James Musselwhite about how Unionisation has benefitted his working life, the effect of NXTUK on the independent scene, wage structures for wrestlers and that Progress Union Promo.Part 2 drops in two weeks as we have a HUGE guest lined up for next week.Show Guide:0:00:04 - The Progress Promo0:11:40 - Being a Union member0:20:00 - The historic attempts to unionise wrestlers0:28:00 - Wages in Wrestling0:49:30 - Kayfabe1:02:00 - WWE & NXT UK1:14:30 - The pros on Unionising.Get our new Unionize Tee here... https://www.wetheindependent.com/product-page/unionize-teeFollow David - www.twitter.com/theproductDSFollow Paul - www.twitter.com/pr_wrestlingFollow James - www.twitter.com/y2jimbob

    13 - The Gym Nasty Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2019 125:55


    Sugar Dunkerton sits down with our first TAG TEAM on the podcast, The Gym Nasty Boys for a fascinating discussion on the realities of making a living in wrestling.This was recorded before they were due to tour the UK with OWE, a tour which was sadly cancelled and for them, that opportunity disappeared. Listen to the experiences and thoughts on Independence and Independent Wrestling (including the restrictions on territory wrestling in the US) from two guys, who in 2020, are set to smash the glass ceiling into tiny little shards.Buy our new shirt.... https://www.wetheindependent.com/product-page/eat-the-rich-pre-order-teeFollw the Gym Nasty Boys : https://twitter.com/GymNastyBoyzFollow Suge : https://twitter.com/SugarDunkertonFollow us! : https://twitter.com/wetheindie

    12 - Zoe Lucas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2019 58:37


    This week we talk to Revolution Pro Wrestling women's champion, and our latest ambassador Zoe Lucas discussing the following things....Star Wars.The importance of all female promotions.The Japanese wrestling training experience.The placebo that is Red Velvet Cake.Dealing with locker room bullying.Being a cheerleaderHow to carve your niche.The differences in fan perceptions of male and female wrestlers.Buy our new shirt.... https://www.wetheindependent.com/product-page/eat-the-rich-pre-order-teefollow Zoe https://twitter.com/ZoeLucasProFollow us! https://twitter.com/wetheindie

    11 - Darius Lockhart

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 85:24


    This week's guest Darius Lockhart ( @DLockPro ) joins James Musselwhite ( @y2jimbob ) for a deep dive into the subject of race in wrestling.For background reading, check out his video here from Wrestle Resurgence Everything Patterened (show Oct 12th Leicester) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YyMnM-9fKMwThere is also a quiz, featuring Gene Munny( @imsomunny ) & Shay Purser ( @SPPurser )Support us here https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopSHOW NOTES5.00 - Brighton9.00 - The Difference between the UK and US scene17.30 - The Grey area of Wrestling and the Rev Pro incident.19.00 - WOS influences, Doug Williams and William Regal.24.00 - Black Panther27.00 - Power Rangers42.00 - Kofi v Brock Lesnar : Hot Take53.00 - The influence of parents.1.04.00 - The importance of titles1.12.00 - Quiz (W/ Shay Purser and Gene Munny)

    10 - Holidead

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2019 114:19


    Sugar Dunkerton and James Musselwhite meet this week to chat with Holidead.Among the subjects discussed: 13:00 - Ethnic High Stepping Marching Bands : Ref for context : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yIHOybMCMA20:00 - The importance of Kofi winning the WWE championship29:30 - The perception of black athletes in wrestling42:00 - The impact of The Rock.45:00 - The Paul Robinson experience49:00 - Jindar Mahal, Eddie Guerrero & British Bulldog1:08:00 - Holidead's wrestling motivations.1:15:00 - BLACK LIVES MATTER1:17:00 - The Red Apple fruitbowl.1:31:00 - Pushback to sexuality and gender in wrestling.1:44:00 - James Brown.If you like the podcast, support us, https://www.wetheindependent.com/shopfollow : twitter.com/wetheindietwitter.com/y2jimbobtwitter.com/SugarDunkertontwitter.com/holidead

    9 - Big Wavy, Roy Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2019 51:31


    Big Wavy joins us this week as the man behind Wrestling Resurgence and their EVERYTHING PATTERNED show on october 12th in Leciester..Roy talks to us about Racism on the football terraces, the importance of Diversity in wrestling and his debut for the WWE including a brillaint story about his Chicken No Gravy Promo.SHOW NOTES: 4:10 - Crystal Palce and racism on the terraces18:00 - Diverstiy in British Wrestling & Everything Patterned30:45 - Working for WWE42:00 - 'Chicken No Gravy' PromoVisit our merch store www.wetheindependent.com/shopFollow us @wetheindieFollow Roy @royjohnsonyeahFollow Wrestle Resurgence at w_Resurgence

    8 - Michael Oku : The OJMO

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 97:58


    Join us this week as we share some EXCITING news with Michael Oku, THE OJMO.We discuss the impact of ethnicity not only within wrestling but also within the wider world of acting, the future of Brit Wres and also we host a Quiz to see if David Starr knows anything about wrestling.Buy OJMO's EXCLUSIVE INDEPENDENT T-Shirt @ www.wetheindependent.com/shop

    7 - Shazza McKenzie

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2019 73:04


    Join us this week as we talk to the Ayatollah of Chat and Scrolla, Heartcore Shazza McKenzie.We talk: Billie Kaye & Peyton RoyceButchering Hard Cam Yorkshire PuddingsPeople dressed as animalsFish in bubbles.Most importantly we talk about the struggles dealing with abuse both online and in person and her MeToo experiences in and around wreslting.This is such a good chat and we hope you value itSupport the movement here.... WE THE INDEPENDENT SHOPFollow SHAZZA HERE

    6 - INDIEtilINFINITY w/ Anthony Henry

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2019 100:39


    Success Sucks (?)The inimitable Sugar Dunkerton returns with this open and honest interview with Evolve's Anthony Henry.They talk backstage politics, working relationships with promoters, what and who is a 'draw' , fan perception, handling nerves & lack of confidence and knowing your value.This might be the most laid back, relaxed and open interview on making it on the Independent pro wrestling scene.Support the movement hereFollow Us : https://twitter.com/wetheindieFollow Anthony : https://twitter.com/AntnyHenryFollow Suge : https://twitter.com/SugarDunkerton

    5 - Jack Sexsmith (Part 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2019 103:00


    Jack Sexsmith talks to David and James about his career in his first interview since his retirement from in ring competition.In this episode we continue the discussion with;* Sexy Starr tag team* Dealing with depression on tour* Injury at Progress Wembley* "You don't know Jack"* Riptide Rebirth We also summarise the impact of Jack's career and we end with a QUIZ!SUPPORT the movement at www.wetheindependent.com/shopfollow us atWww.twitter.com/wethindieWww.instagram.com/wetheindieWww.facebook.com/wetheindependent

    4 - Jack Sexsmith (part 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2019 93:48


    Jack Sexsmith talks to David and James about his career in his first interview since his retirement from in ring competition.In this episode we discuss;* The full extent to his damaged knee and his need to retire.* His early career highlights wrestling a young Will Ospreay.* The conception of the character Jack Sexsmith.* The influence and impact this had on fans from the LGBTQ+ community.* His rise in Progress Wrestling.* His WWE Tryout* His failure to make it to his WWE debut at AXXESS in New Orleans.This is the first of a 2 part interview and it gets very real and very honest, very quickly.SUPPORT the movement at www.wetheindependent.com/shopfollow us attwiiter.com/wethindieinstagram.com/wetheindiefacebook.com/wetheindependent

    3 - Indie Til Infinity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2019 57:23


    This week we hand over our podcast to the mellow and dulcet tones of Sugar Dunkerton.Suge discussed his reasons for supporting the We The Independent movement and what it means to him as an Independent Artist.This is an absolute must listen, as Suge speaks to fans, promoters and most importantly other wrestlers directly from his heart. This episode includes a roundtable interview with The Product David Starr and The OJMO.Get some meat meat to the bones, some sizzle to the steak and enjoy Sugar's first WeTheIndie takeover!SUPPORT THE MOVEMENT - www.wetheindependent.comFollow us:instagram.com/wetheindietwitter.com/wetheindiefacebook.com/wetheindependent

    2 - CHANGE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2019 102:22


    In this episode David Starr & James Musselwhite meet with Equity UK's Stephen Duncan-Rice as we discuss the history of Equity's relationship with pro wrestling through the years and how the We The Independent movement has already initiated significant change, specifically with regards to the way wrestlers can be insured against personal injury.PLUS there is A QUIZ, featuring Jaxon Stone and the Jack Sexsmith, and full details on our first co promoted show with Breed Wrestling in Sheffield on July 31st,We also discuss who is the best James Bond, Doctor Who, World of Sport and who are James' Top 8 Brit Wres tag teams.VISIT - www.wetheindependent.com/shop to support the movement Show Notes:02:18 : Introduction07:20 : Interview with Stephen Duncan Rice54:30 : Changes to accident insurance in wrestling1:08:50 : Details of our Sheffield show on July 31st1:13:00 : The Convoluted QuizTwitter LinksWe The Independent - @wetheindieDavid Starr - @theproductdsJames Musselwhite - @y2jimbobEquity UK - @equityukJack Sesxsmith - @TheJackSexsmithJaxon Stone - @JaxonStone_

    1 - EQUITY

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2019 71:48


    Following our Meeting with Equity UK, David Starr & James Musselwhite outline their short, medium and long term goals for the We The Independent brand, and how we propose to support and empower the workforce of Independent professional wrestling.

    Welcome

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2019 1:18


    Hello and welcome to the WE THE INDEPENDENT podcast.Hosted by co founders 'The Product' David Starr & James Musselwhite, this little trailer tells you a little bit about what is coming up in episode one.

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