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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.

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    • Mar 16, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Floor is Lager

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 15:27


    The newly-sober Ginger Ninja embarks on his most ambitious challenge yet. Can he complete this beer-soaked obstacle course to raise money for charity? If you enjoyed this episode, you can donate the price of a pint to help get the Ginge to the Fringe! Yes, we're heading back to Edinburgh August 1-12th with our improvised game show, Chortle Combat. Give now at https://ko-fi.com/wrestlingwiththechampWrestling With the Champ is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John for the Podomedy podcast network. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Junkyard Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 26:54


    Desperate to fund his movie career, the Champ makes a deal with a local gangster.Starring: Alex Leam, Alex Whitely, Ant McGinley, Charles Commins, Damien St John, Dan Mellins, Drew Stearne, Faye Marshall, Lee Burton, Livi Graham, Paul Ricketts, Sean Allsop and introducing Walker Nixon.Music in this episode appears under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 license. The following tracks are written and performed by Kevin MacLeod: 'Oh, Christmas Tree' 'Deck The Halls B' 'Laserpack' 'Enter The Maze' 'Happy Boy Theme' 'Gregorian Chant' 'Take The Lead' 'Fantasia' 'Frozen Star' and 'Christmas Rap'. Additional music includes Old Love by Shiru8bit, Guseqwai by BoogerWooger, and Boss Battle 6 Metal by Nene.Wrestling With The Champ is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John and is part of the Podomedy podcast network. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Top 20 Fake Ads

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 41:59


    With over 100 comedy commercials to choose from, Ant & Damo share their favourite 20 fake ads from all six seasons of this award-winning funny podcast. If you have one you love, tag us on social media and let us know! Special thanks to all the incredible voice talent who featured over the years, in this episode particularly we give love to Sam Thomas, Ash Frith, Ciaran Saward, Caroline Verdon, Jim Salveson, Jo Milmine, Alex Whiteley, Megan Hayward, Ian Brannan, Hywel Evans, Phillip Simon and Adam Jarrell. If you liked this episode, back our Kickstarter before December 14th! Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Night of the Ninja 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 26:34


    Somebody is murdering PWF wrestlers. Can the Ginger Ninja survive Halloween night to defeat the mysterious 'Crossface Killer'? Wrestling With The Champ is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Also starring Ciaran Saward, Carl Jones, Hannah Edwards, and Paul Gannon. Hit the link in the show description to watch the animated teaser for this episode!Some music appears under Creative Commons 4.0, including Memoraphile - Perfect Dungeon, Wolfgang - 8-bit Haunted House Theme, Dark Lights - Johan Brodd, A Wonderful Nightmare - SpiderDave.And the following music by Kevin MacLeod (Incompetech.com): Ghost Processional, Welcome To Horroland, Epic Unease, Childrens Theme, Classic Horror, Death and Axes, Arcadia, The House Of Leaves, Ghostpocalypse, Killers, Classic Horror 3. This episode also features two original Wrestling With the Champ songs - Night of the Ninja, and Pint of Ale. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Chortle Combat: Live at Edinburgh Fringe

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 30:30


    Relive the fight-based game show that took Edinburgh Fringe by storm in 2024! Five rounds of fun, featuring comedian Drew Stearne, recorded live at The Globe bar on Niddry Street by Blue Smoke Comedy for Podomedy. Watch the show live in London on October 20th! Click here for free tickets. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Race to Edinburgh - Part Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 18:26


    The boys are in the north, but dangers await. Who will win the race to Edinburgh?Starring: Ant McGinley, Bryan Malcolm, Damien St John, Johnny Goldsmith, and Mick Cullen. Music: Featuring tracks by Kevin MacLeod Incompetch.com under CC 4.0 Journey To Ascend, Suvaco do Cristo, Exit The Premises, Trouble with Tribals, Ghostpocalypse, Agnus Dei, and Long Road Ahead. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Race to Edinburgh - Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 12:49


    How far will the boys go in the quest to cross the finish line first? Strap in for part two of Race to Edinburgh, as the Ginger Ninja and Damo head to Scotland to perform their new show, Chortle Combat, live at #EdFringe! Additional music: Toward the Mountains by Gioele Fazzeri, Money by Soul Prod Music, Tense Detective by Good B Music, Waltz to Paris by Abidos Music, Fury of Perun by White Records, and BGM Fight by Chen 24. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Race to Edinburgh - Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 10:04


    It's a race against time as our disastrous duo go head-to-head in a battle to arrive in Edinburgh first! See our new show, Chortle Combat, August 3-9th at The Globe bar on Niddry Street, as part of the PBH Free Fringe 2024. If you liked this episode, please consider donating a fiver (or more) to help fund our live performances this summer. Give now at https://ko-fi.com/wrestlingwiththechamp. Additional music: Scotland the Brave and Short E Guitar Rock by Julius H, Thriller Emotional Cinematic by Mood Mode, Vivaldi Summer by Abydos Music. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    A New Flame

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 31:40


    Ian Skinner has replaced the Champ using AI, leaving our hero as just another Nigel. As the New Ginger Ninja, he begins dismantling everything the old version cherished, while the world remains oblivious. However, an army of Nigel's bands together with the real Ginger Ninja to challenge the fake one and save the Pub Wrestling Federation. Wrestling With The Champ is created, performed, produced, and written by Ant McGinley & Damien St John. This episode also features the voices of Jonny Goldsmith and Alex Lynch.All music in this episode is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 including the following tracks by Kevin MacLeod (http://incompetech.com) Twisting, Heart Of Nowhere, I Got A Stick Ar Bryan Teoh, Tempting Secrets, and Hot Pursuit. Also features Howitzer by Joe Baxter, Sad Piano by Mapamusic, The Rising Tide by HitCtrl, Hell's God (Part 1) by Centurions of War, Cathedral by Umplix, Big Steps by Haddeman77, Heroic Demise by Matthew Pablo, and Go For It by Melody Ayres Griffiths.All contents of this episode are © Podomedy 2020-2023 Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Red Domino

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 24:45


    When the Ginger Ninja finds his biggest opponent is making more money than him outside the ring, he's tempted to bet everything on the outcome of one match. But this time, there's not just his title and reputation on the line but his best friend, Damo.Wrestling with The Champ is written, performed and produced by Ant McGinley & Damien St John. This episode features all the voice talent we knew who had names starting with the letter E - Edy Hurst, Edward Adoo, Esther Dunn, as well as Nigel Franklin and Mr Rizz himself, the one and only Ian Skinner.Music featured in this episode appears under Creative Commons attribution 4.0 licence and includes the following tracks from Kevin MacLeod (incomeptech.com): Dangerous, The House Of Leaves, Magic Escape Room, Take The Lead, Hidden Agenda, EDM Detection Mode, Deep & Dirty, Screen Save & Voxel Revolution, Anxious Heartbeat - OpenMusicList, Drive Breakbeat - Rockot, Tense Sad Piano - Ashot Danielyan, Sensual Jazz - Grand Project, Voltage - Fato Shadow, Last Days - Pump the Mind, The Blade - Grand Project. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Lager than Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 28:34


    A mysterious figure returns from the past and threatens to ruin the Champ's future. Imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit, can the Ginger Ninja save the day and his reputation? Will the Ginger Ninja be able to lift the curse? Will Damien ever be able to impersonate an animal convincingly? And will anyone ever recover from the nightmarish vision of the final act? Once again, all the ingredients of a classic Christmas episode are here.Wrestling With The Champ is written and produced by (and starring) Ant McGinley and Damien St John. This episode features the vocal talents of Andrea Fox, Hywel Evans, Esther Dunn, Mark Guy, Ian Brannan and Mick Tully.Wrestling With The Champ is part of Podomedy - the podcast comedy network.Additional sounds by Jason Dagenet, copyc4t (Paolo D'Emilio), Alex McCulloch, and Vishwa Jay.Music: 80s Radio Tune by Guitar Obsession, Titanium by Alisia Beats, Against The Clock by Free To Use Audio, Medieval Sands by Matthew Mike Cole Music, The Gift by OB-Lix, Epic Dramatic Dubstep by Alex Kizenkov, Metal Gear by Muza Production, Yours Story by Diamond Tunes, The Vivid Kingdom by Catalyst4God, and Kevin Macleod - Hall of The Mountain King by Grieg https://incompetech.com/ under Creative Commons 4.0 licence. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Smiledriver (Live from Edinburgh)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 45:45


    Imagine that Paddington Bear was a 7-foot-tall, angry wrestler. Imagine him taking on the Ginger Ninja as he attempts to save his reputation after being cancelled. Imagine you're in the basement of a fast food joint watching it all unfold. Settle in, press play, and enjoy the performance that hundreds of reviewers from The Scotsman, The Guardian, Empire Magazine and others failed to see. Written by and produced by and starring Ant McGinley and Damien St John. With cameos from Cultaholic's Tom Campbell as himself and UK wrestler VooDoo as Tyson Furry. Music appears under Creative Commons 4.0 attribution including Kevin MacLeod - Firebrand https://incompetech.com/ Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Mystery Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2023 10:52


    Here's an early Christmas present for all you Champaholics! Don't forget to come and see us live at the Leicester Comedy Festival on February 24th 2024. Tickets are FREE! Reserve yours now right here https://comedy-festival.co.uk/events/wrestling-with-the-champ-chortle-combat/ Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    WrestleDreaming (Sleeping Booty)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 24:30


    Ever wondered what it would feel like to step into the ring with the Ginger Ninja? Stop fantasising and start WrestleDreaming. Close your eyes and let the good times roll... This episode was written and produced by, and starred, Ant McGinley and Damien St John. See us live at the Leicester Comedy Festival, on February 24th at LCB Depot. Free tickets! See website. to book.Music featured includes NaturesEye - Frequency Of Sleep Meditation, AlexiAction - Abstract World, AlexiAction - Rock The Party, Ashot Danielyan - Mysterious Celesta, Music_For_Videos - Relaxing, Zane Little Music - Hallow Quest and some stuff from http://incompetech.com. Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com. Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Andrew the Giant

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 20:38


    In a long-lost interview recorded before his death in 2002, the man mountain from Oldham AKA Andrew the Giant, reveals his favourite match of all time. Hear from the largest competitor to ever compete in the PWF in our biggest episode yet! Starring (in alphabetical order): Ant McGinley, Bay Salveson, Charles Commins, Che Burnley, Damien St John, Lindsey Sykora, Marc Farquar, Max Hulme and Sean Allsop. Shop the latest WWE merchandise with FREE SHIPPING when you visit www.wrestlingwiththechamp.com. Any similarities in this episode to any person, living or dead, are purely coincidental. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    It's All Gravy (Patreon Preview)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 3:15


    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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Terror of The Timekeeper

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 19:12


    When a strange anomaly enters Earth's atmosphere, it threatens to wipe out every living creature in its path. In a race against time, can the Ginger Ninja save humanity, or will he spend his time eating free tacos? This episode features Ant McGinley, Ciaran Saward, Damien St John Scott Lawson. Music is licensed under CC-0. To hear more of The Champ's adventures completely ad-free, become a patron. Sign up now on our website or find us on socials. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Fringe Benefits

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 33:18


    Recorded during the Edinburgh Fringe run, Ant and Damo introduce you to their live show for 2023, Smiledriver. Plus, the lads share thoughts on the festival so far, and reveal what surprising item a Moldovan taxi driver placed in their hands. They also point you in the direction of some top comedians you should check out on socials, in podcasts and in shows near you soon. Get exclusive content every month on Patreon at www.patreon.com/wrestlingwiththechamp Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Triple Threat (Patreon Preview)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 5:28


    During our hiatus between seasons four and five (coming September 2023), we each reveal our top three highlights so far. Featuring clips from past episodes and a quiz... Everyone loves a quiz. Strap in for a raucous review of the first three years of Wrestling with The Champ! You can unlock the full episode on Patreon with a low-cost monthly subscription. See us live in Edinburgh or Manchester this summer! All the details are on our website and on socials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    A Champion Night (The Champ's Shorts)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2023 8:16


    Ahead of WWE's Night of Champions, our Ginger Ninja recalls a champion night of his own with a love letter to kebabs. Starring Ant McGinley and Damien St John. ____________ See the funniest ride in wrestling live in Manchester this July, and Edinburgh this August. Love what we do? Subscribe for exclusive episodes, early access, merch and more on our Patreon page. Hit the website for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Gingerthon (Patreon Preview)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 8:01


    Come behind the scenes with Ant and Damo to find out what our plans are for the Champ's Edinburgh Fringe Festival adventure. Starring the majestic comedian Ash Frith as "Telethon Host", you can unlock this Patreon-exclusive episode as part of your monthly subscription, where you can hear new episodes first and get regular bonus content. The full version of this episode also contains no real ads, only fake ones, which we know you love more. See us live in Edinburgh or Manchester this summer! Book tickets (or let us know you're coming) on our website. You can even order our first-ever book Better Red than Dead direct from Amazon - every penny we make goes to support our live shows in 2023 and 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Blood Is Thicker Than Whiskey

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 30:29


    The Champ heads to Blackburn as he tries to keep a new family member secret, and hurriedly puts together a crack Tag Team as he faces his Des Tiny. Get subscriber-only content, hear episodes first, and get exclusive perks when you subscribe via Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/WrestlingwithTheChamp _________________________________________________ Wrestling With The Champ is written, produced, and created by Ant McGinley and Damien St John ©2020-2023 This episode features the voices of Jim Salveson and Alex Whitely, It features music under Creative Commons Licence 4.0 from Audionautix: Progressive Rock and Rock Intro3, and from Uppbeat: Stop War - Monument Music License PIFJ3ZAI0ISCGHRA4 and Matrika - Action Replay, License DO3XBLZNJYRO0W34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Violence is Golden

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2023 25:40


    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. Get subscriber-only content, hear episodes first, and get exclusive perks when you subscribe via Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/WrestlingwithTheChamp _____________________________________________________ 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bruise Willis

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 12:27


    Ant and Damo are back with some exciting news, bad impressions, and a preview of our new episode as the Champ gives his very own TED Talk-inspired speech in VIOLENCE IS GOLDEN. Get subscriber-only content, hear episodes first, and get exclusive perks when you subscribe via Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/WrestlingwithTheChamp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Kayfabe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 16:24


    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. Get subscriber-only content, hear episodes first, and get exclusive perks when you subscribe via Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/WrestlingwithTheChamp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tinseltown

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 28:27


    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 gingerninja.live Music featured within this episode is licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Night Of The Ninja

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2022 39:30


    Battling legendary wrestler VooDoo in the ring is just the beginning. Faced with a growing zombie apocalypse, can Damo and the Ginger Ninja survive Halloween night and make it 'til dawn alive? Starring Ant McGinley, Damien St John, Arywn Hughes, Alex Whitely, Sam Thomas, Caroline Verdon... And introducing Voodoo as himself. For more wrestling funny, see Wrestling with The Champ LIVE at the Leicester Comedy Festival in 2023! Hit the link for free tickets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Churros

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 23:51


    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 the recent rematch between Churros and The Champ over at gingerninja.live This episode features the following tracks: Monument - Steffen Daum, Happy Happy Game Show - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    A new season is coming....

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 1:46


    After touring the UK, The Ginger Ninja is returning to his favourite place - the internet, with a brand new season. Expect broken bones, hearts and promises, and that's only in episode one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Nothin' but best bits VOL. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 27:44


    With the team busy preparing their live show for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Champ is left in charge of the podcast to present some of his best bits. Catch the live show from August 20th-28th at the OmniCentre, 415pm every day. Tickets are free, but putting the show together is not. You can show your support for the podcast and help us get to the Edinburgh Festival by buying us a coffee. Make your donation at https://ko-fi.com/wrestlingwiththechamp and get the Ginge, to the Fringe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Ginge at The Fringe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2022 4:35


    While recuperating from laser eye surgery, The Ginger Ninja is feeling sorry for himself until Damo breaks the news that they will be taking the show on the road to Scotland, for a series of live dates at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. But will his fear of the L-word put The Champ off from going? Hopefully not as we've booked the venue - come see us live and for free at OmniCentre Stage 4, (Greenside Row, EH1 3AU), everyday at 4.15 pm from Saturday the 20th to Sunday the 28th August 2022, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Final Bell - Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2022 27:28


    In desperation, the Ginger Ninja seeks help from an old mentor, but will it be enough to save the PWF? And as he faces Sylvester Malone in 'The Clash For All The Cash' he faces up to his past and looks himself face to face in the mirror, while facing up to his mortality. And a dark secret is revealed, that could change everything we thought we knew about everyone. Forever. Featuring in order of appearance: Ant McGinley, Jeff Downs, Damien St John, Tony Wright, Alex Whitely, and introducing Ben Hart as Sylvester Malone. Written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Music appears under Creative Commons License 3.0 Wrestling With The Champ is a Dayten Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Final Bell - Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2022 18:50


    The Champ prepares to face an opponent he cannot beat, in a match he cannot lose. Backed into a corner, he is left with only one option. Could this be the beginning of the end? If it is really the end, it's a real shame as we only just got our very own theme tune. Starring Ash Frith, Ben Hart, Vic Turnbull, Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John. All featured music appears under Creative Commons License 3.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The GOATS

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 13:41


    Dick Dickson invites The Ginger Ninja onto his podcast to discuss the Greatest Of All Time Wrestling superstar, where he educates the American audience about the existence of Swindon. Wrestling With The Champ is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John, and featured guest appearances from: Kurt Cornwell, Ciaran Saward, Hayley Cotter and Jim Salveson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Far Out In The Far East

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2021 15:44


    Just in time for the holidays, The Champ reveals a magical tale from his childhood, alongside a heart-warming wrestling story for the ages - the time he travelled to a land faraway, and went toe to toe with infamous serial killer Rancid Sid, in the seasonal weather of Car Park Carnage.

    Caravan Of Hell

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2021 19:05


    On his way to meet fans at Grapple-con in Norfolk, the Champ finds himself forced into playing a macabre game to save the life of his only friend. And himself. And his mind. All while stuck in a caravan. I mean motorhome.Wrestling With The Champ is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John.This episode features the voice talents of Adam Jarrell and Jo Milmine. The music you hear appears under creative commons 3.0 and was: Energetic Metal song by The Real Monoton Artist,Congus Bongus by Napping on a Cloud, Pro Sensory by Alex McCulloch, Victory Fanfare by Cynic Music, Dawn of the Apocalypse by Rafael Crux, Rareware by Symphony, R&B Rock Song by LukariKid, Awakening by Ataboi, Alison by Jason Shaw, and Doomed by Alexander Ehlers.

    The Hall Of Flame

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 15:40


    Amateur professional wrestlers from all over the North come together to celebrate the biggest awards date on the calendar, and the Champ is ready to win again

    Big Breaks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2021 16:56


    It's all about the feels as we look back over the most painful injuries the Champ has suffered everywhere from a flaming farm, to a very famous street in Weatherfield.Along the way we learn some of the tricks of the trade - both the dirty ones, and those created by Hollywood magic, and we also learn a thing or two about anatomy. Starring in order of appearance: Ant McGinley, Damien St John, and Dan Mellins,Wrestling With The Champ was created by Damien St John. Written and Produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John, Music Featured in this episode:Kick In The Head by Bobby HarrisonHappy Synths by 3xBlastOverdrive by Centurion of WarSecond Cruise by Congus BongusJazz Mastered by Pro SensoryTrip to Home by LesfmRough Road by GeriArtDubstep Trap by Mellomaker88Gears of Progress by Section 31End of Journey by Steffen DaumCopyright 2020-2021 Ant McGinley and Damien St John

    Bruise Cruise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2021 16:49


    As the UK begins to open up after lockdown, we take to the water for the first-ever Bruise Cruise, as the guys broadcast live from the HMS Tony Warren as it sails down the Manchester Ship Canal. Legendary nearly man The Fish speaks exclusively before attempting to win the championship belt for the first time, and there is a surprise winner of the inaugural PWF Overweight Battle Royale.Starring in order of appearance: Damien St John, Ant McGinley, Rich Hall, Rob Verdon, Caroline Verdon, Wayne Allsop, Dan Mellins, Megan Hayward, and Paul McGinley.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. Sciencenet Theme - Kevin MacleodDark Alleys, Dark Times - Belmont RepublicWinds of Stories - HorrorPenChiptune Adventures stage 2 - Juhani JunkalaSilly Intro - Alexander NakaradaRoller Fever - Loyalty Freak MusicThe Gears of Progress - Section 31Prepare Your Swords - Bojidar Marinov

    Scarred In The Yard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2021 21:46


    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.And Nigel shaves his balls for money. You can do the same just by entering the word NIGEL at checkout at manscaped.comStarring 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. Music featured on this episode was: Loyalty Freak Music - Mega MetalNene - Theme Song [8-BIT]YD - BangBangHael DB - Guitar LicksThe Freeharmonic - TridentAdventure - Rafael KruxSteeps of Destiny - Alexandr Zhelanov

    Scarred In The Yard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2021 21:46


    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.And Nigel shaves his balls for money. You can do the same just by entering the word NIGEL at checkout at manscaped.comStarring 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. Music featured on this episode was: Loyalty Freak Music - Mega MetalNene - Theme Song [8-BIT]YD - BangBangHael DB - Guitar LicksThe Freeharmonic - TridentAdventure - Rafael KruxSteeps of Destiny - Alexandr Zhelanov

    The NWA and Pretty Deadly

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2021 20:56


    While taking over his local community radio station, The Champ is brought face to face with painful memories thanks to the leader of the Neighbourhood Wrestling Alliance, a faction of wrestlers the Ginger Ninja was never able to beat. And speaking of beatings, brand new WWE NXT UK Tag Team Champions Pretty Deadly pop in for an exclusive interview.Starring in order of appearance: Caroline Verdon, Ant McGinley, Sefanie Johnson, Damien St John, David Scott, Megan Hayward Rachel Graham, Alex Whitely, Lewis Howley and Sam Stoker.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.

    The NWA and Pretty Deadly

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2021 20:56


    While taking over his local community radio station, The Champ is brought face to face with painful memories thanks to the leader of the Neighbourhood Wrestling Alliance, a faction of wrestlers the Ginger Ninja was never able to beat. And speaking of beatings, brand new WWE NXT UK Tag Team Champions Pretty Deadly pop in for an exclusive interview.Starring in order of appearance: Caroline Verdon, Ant McGinley, Sefanie Johnson, Damien St John, David Scott, Megan Hayward Rachel Graham, Alex Whitely, Lewis Howley and Sam Stoker.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.

    The Matchmaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 17:58


    February is the month of love and cupid's arrow is taking aim at the PWF champion.Starring: Damien St John, Ant McGinley, Charles Commins, Dawn Bailey and Samuel Thomas.

    The Matchmaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 17:58


    February is the month of love and cupid's arrow is taking aim at the PWF champion.Starring: Damien St John, Ant McGinley, Charles Commins, Dawn Bailey and Samuel Thomas.

    I Want to Wrestle Santa

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 11:58


    The Champ is grilled by socially-awkward TV presenter Giles P. Hertz, as he prepares to release his charity Christmas single.________________Starring:Ant McGinley, Damien St John and Dan Maudsley________________Music credits:Rafael Kruz - InspirationRafael Kruz - Epic Boss BattleCynic Music - Awake!Joshua Valencia - Band PracticeLewis Redner - O Little Town of BethlehemKevin Bennett - I Want To Wrestle Santa (Introduction)Alexander Nakarada - I Want To Wrestle Santa (Main theme)

    The Vanishing Wrestler

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 22:00


    This Halloween, the Champ gets to grips with one of wrestling's most puzzling unsolved mysteries... The sudden disappearance of Andy Bacon.-----------------------------------Starring:Ant McGinley, Damien St John, Colin Christensen, Harry Stachini, Hayley Ellis and Mick Ferry.-----------------------------------Music credits:Parhelion, Find Them and Halloween Theme 1 by Alexander NakaradaOn Patrol by Section 31Enchanted Tiki 86 by Cynic MusicCoexistenz by Loyalty Freak Music

    Où Est le Champ?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2020 12:38


    The new PWF champion has been missing for months. Damien follows up on a lead in the hope he can track down the reclusive wrestling legend.-----------------------------------Starring:Alex Boardman, Ant McGinley and Damien St John.-----------------------------------Music credits:Beyond Part 2 by Alexander NakaradaLe Baguette by Alexander Nakarada

    Return of the PWF

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2020 18:39


    Join us ringside for the main event, as the Pub Wrestling Federation finally re-opens its doors.-----------------------------------Starring:Colin Leggo, Philip Simon, Ciaran Saward, Ant McGinley, and Damien St John.

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    The Pr*ck List

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2020 6:07


    A famous wrestling pundit exposes the Champ's worst and most embarrassing moments.-----------------------------------Starring:Rob Tofield, Ant McGinley and Damien St John.-----------------------------------

    Once, Twice, Three Times a Champion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2020 21:30


    34 titles won, 34 opponents destroyed. Hear from Snake, Man O' Few Words and Mr. Nice Guy as the Champ discusses his early PWF success-----------------------------------Starring:Mick Tully, Max Cavenham, Andrew Wilson, Ant McGinley and Damien St John-----------------------------------

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