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How real entrepreneurs create opportunities, and why waiting for them is the biggest mistake you can make.

Dodge gets into what it really takes to build the mindset that opens doors. Why, in a world obsessed with apps and algorithms, the answer is within you.

Why being genuine, asking the right questions, and dropping your guard will do more for your business than any platform ever will.

Dean Connell opens up about a life built on the doors, the debt, and the code of the street - from drinking in Basildon pubs at fifteen to becoming one of the most feared debt collectors in the UK.

What started on the club doors of Essex in the early 90s - nights at Raquel's, working for Mick Kelly, watching a world of glass, crack, and chaos unfold around him - became a decade-long career chasing down people who thought they could walk away from what they owed. Professional knockers. Dodgy developers. Builders who liquidated companies to...

How to keep people coming back to your business, and what could be making them leave for good.

Dodge gets into what it really takes to make people return, again and again, whether you're running a festival, a podcast, or a local restaurant. Experience beats everything, the night he realised cold pints and a warm welcome matter more than the headline act, why standards are the bar you set for yourself, and why in a world full of AI and fake everything, keeping it real is your biggest edge.

Why showing up for independent...

West Ham TV has become one of the most recognisable fan channels in football, giving supporters a voice through some of the club's most turbulent years. What started as a passion project has grown into a platform followed by thousands of fans, documenting the highs, lows and controversies surrounding West Ham United.

In this conversation, the team behind West Ham TV, Nicky Hawkins & Dan Lawless reflect on the club's dramatic decline, the move from Upton Park to the London Stadium, their frustrations with the ownership of David Sullivan, and the growing disconnect between the club and...

Why do the founders who make it keep going even when nobody's watching and nothing seems to be working? Founder Dodge Woodall gets into the unseen return of just keeping going, and why your self-development is the biggest reward you're not counting.

Dodge gets into the part of business nobody talks about, the messy middle, when it's relentless, unrewarding, and no one's watching, but you're still showing up. Dodge talks about the night he opened a club, invited everyone, and nobody came, why spreading your bets protects everything you've built, and why the return you're not...

Eddie Gilmour built one of the UK's leading luxury security businesses, growing it from a start-up venture into a £9 million operation protecting high-profile clients, luxury retailers, VIPs and valuable assets across the country.

But behind the success lies a story of sacrifice, resilience and relentless determination.

Raised in a tough environment, Eddie joined the Royal Marines before embarking on a distinguished career as a detective, specialising in covert surveillance, organised crime investigations and national security. After nearly two decades in policing, he took the risk of leaving behind a secure career to build a b...

What if the most powerful business tool you own is the phone already in your pocket? Founder Dodge Woodall gets into why he's kept the same number since 1995, never sent an email in 30 years, and why your contacts are yours to keep.

Dodge gets into owning your relationships in business. Dodge talks about why he's kept the same phone number since 1995, why he's never sent an email in 30 years, and how your phone can open more doors than you think. The difference between chasing attention and building real connections, and why your contacts are yours to keep...

Charlie Robert "Big Stacks" became an internet sensation after a joke video declaring himself the "UK's Hardest Man" spiralled into a viral phenomenon. What started as comedy quickly attracted fighters, influencers and millions of viewers, turning him into one of social media's most recognisable characters.

But behind the viral clips lies a troubled past. Growing up on a council estate, Charlie spent years involved in crime, violence and prison, accumulating dozens of arrests and multiple jail sentences before eventually deciding to change direction. Now focused on boxing, content creation and building a better future, he reflects...

Why do so many founders think their story isn't worth telling? Dodge Woodall gives his straight-talking take on dropping the front, showing up even when people are laughing, and why the hard parts of your journey are your biggest business asset.

Dodge gets into why telling your real story, the hard parts, the chaos, the moments you nearly lost everything, is the most powerful thing any business owner can do. Dodge talks about why people hold back, why dropping the front builds more trust than any polished post, and why the ones who just kept showing...

Mike Bates opens up about two decades spent on the frontline of Britain’s counter-terror operations - from the aftermath of 7/7 and the Manchester Arena bombing to covert surveillance, terror networks, and life inside one of the country’s most secretive worlds. Living a double life, Mike reflects on the pressure of stopping attacks before they happened, the psychological toll of the job, and the brutal realities he witnessed during the war on terror.

But behind the mission was a man battling trauma, identity, and loss. Mike speaks openly about nearly losing his son, leaving the worl...

If AI can do everything, what actually makes you valuable? Founder Dodge Woodall gives his take on why your personality, your presence, and your ability to connect are the one thing no algorithm will ever replace.

Dodge and Mark dig into one of the biggest questions in business right now if AI can do everything, what makes you valuable? From cringing at ChatGPT CVs to the real story of how Olly's bravery in a room changed everything, Dodge gives his straight talking take on why your personality, your presence and your ability to truly connect with...

Kevin Viles opens up about the journey that took him from painting ships and taking risks abroad to building relationships inside the world of billionaires, investors and multi-billion-pound superyacht companies.

From working on naval frigates and ferries to landing life-changing opportunities in Dubai, Kevin reflects on the graft, hustle and instincts that helped him break into one of the most exclusive industries in the world.

But behind the business deals and luxury lifestyle was a story shaped by pressure, loyalty, setbacks and sacrifice. Kevin speaks honestly about sleeping rough, taking jobs that didn’t fe...

How do you know when it's time to quit your job and go all in on your business? Founder Dodge Woodall gives his straight-talking take on business plans, staying true to yourself as you grow, and why looking after your mind is the most underrated thing any founder can do.

Dodge answers questions from listeners tackling the real pressures of building a business right now, from staying true to yourself as things grow, to whether a business plan actually matters, to knowing when to go all in and quit your job. Dodge gives his take on...

Chris Amey opens up about three decades in policing - from joining the Met in the early nineties to dealing with football hooliganism, riots, major events, and the changing face of the force. From Chelsea, Millwall, West Ham and Tottenham clashes to control rooms, CCTV, public order units and moments of real danger, he reflects on what it was like policing London when the streets could turn quickly.

But behind the uniform was a career shaped by pressure, politics, trauma, and frustration. Chris speaks honestly about austerity, recruitment, falling standards, police pay, vetting failures, misconduct, PTSD...

Why do so many founders struggle to let go of control even when it's holding everything back? Founder Dodge Woodall gets into hiring people better than you, spotting an opportunity, building and selling a business he never planned, and why staying nimble beats having a plan.

Dodge gets into the moment every business owner eventually faces, when what you've built starts to outgrow you. Dodge talks about letting go of control, hiring people who are better than you at the things you're not, and why the lifestyle business model beats chasing an empire. He also opens...

Sean Standerwick opens up about building a wealth management business from £20 million to over £260 million, and the lessons learned along the way about money, discipline, and long-term thinking. What started as a traditional, hands-off advisory firm evolved into a modern, high-touch service built around ongoing relationships, smarter investing, and helping clients actually understand how to build real wealth. At its core, it’s not just about numbers - it’s about financial peace of mind, structure, and making better decisions early.

But behind the growth is a much bigger conversation around the realities of money in the UK...

Mathew Pritchard opens up about a life built on chaos, extremes, and reinvention - from skateboarding in Cardiff to becoming one of the most recognisable faces of Dirty Sanchez. What started as mates pushing boundaries on camera became an MTV phenomenon, taking them from the House of Doom to packed festivals, nightclub tours, Gumball Rally madness, and a world where the more outrageous it got, the bigger the reaction became.

But behind the laughs and carnage was a darker reality - years of heavy partying, pressure, fractured friendships, anxiety, addiction, and a lifestyle that eventually caught...

We launched the podcast in 2020 and have interviewed 350+ guests. We have two shows under one umbrella.

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We are in the Top 0.5% of podcasts globally, listened to in 187 countries & had 100M+ Views.

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This show is pure entertainment with guests from - SAS, Sports Stars, Comedians, Ex Police, Music Legends, Club Promoters & Criminal Underworld.  

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This show is 100% business with guests from - Daniel Priestley, James Sinclair, Barry Hearn & James Smith.

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Why will showing up consistently over time always beat trying to look the part? Founder Dodge Woodall gets into what personal branding really means, why reputation is everything, and what actually builds trust in business.

Dodge talks about what personal branding actually means when you strip away the noise, why your reputation is the only thing that truly follows you in business, and why being consistent and showing up over time will always beat trying to look the part.

Alix Popham and Sam Peters open up about rugby’s concussion crisis and the hidden cost of the modern game.

Alix shares the reality of being diagnosed with early onset dementia and probable CTE at just 40, after a career filled with repeated head impacts, painkillers, and pressure to keep playing. Sam reflects on years of investigating the issue through his book Concussed, exposing the science, the silence, and the decisions that left generations of players at risk. Together, they discuss the legal case involving over 1,200 former players, the damage done in training, the fight for accountability, and...

What are the things founders get wrong when they're building without outside investment? Founder Dodge Woodall answers your questions on protecting your time and energy, bootstrapping, and why getting people in a room is still one of the smartest things any business can do.

Dodge answers your questions, covering how to protect your time and energy in business, what to get right when building without outside investment, and why bringing people together in person is still one of the smartest things any business can do.

If you’re a Founder and would like to come on the podcast then you can apply on the link here 👉 DodgeWoodall.com/guest

Paul Richardson opens up about a journey defined by instinct, timing, and building one of the most iconic modern business success stories from the inside out. After meeting Gymshark founders Ben Francis and Lewis Morgan in a local gym, he stepped into a business that was already growing fast but lacked structure, systems, and experience. Acting as a “fixer,” he brought organisation, connections, and key people into the business - most notably CEO Steve...

What kind of founder remortgages their house and signs a ten-year personal guarantee to keep a live event alive? Founder Dodge Woodall gets asked about building a million-ticket festival, why live experiences are beating digital, and what it really takes to outlast the competition.

Why live experiences are more powerful and more needed than ever, how Dodge went from selling queue jump tickets as a ten-year-old to building a festival that has sold over a million tickets across nearly two decades, and why, in a world of doomscrolling and digital everything, getting people in a room...

Paul Rooney and Grant Smith open up about a life built on risk, resilience, and relentless graft - from teenage beginnings in the underground music scene to becoming pioneers of the UK rave and events industry. Starting out young, they threw themselves into record production, launched their own label, and quickly learned hard lessons after being burned by shady distributors. As the rave scene exploded, they evolved with it - moving from pressing vinyl and selling records directly to shops, to promoting club nights, running record stores, and staging major events at iconic venues like Bagley’s, Brixton Academy, Al...

Why do so many founders let the fear of being judged stop them before they even start? Dodge Woodall gets asked about backing yourself, building without investment, and why the right feedback changes everything.

What it means to back yourself when no one else will, why so many people are held back by the fear of being judged, and why feedback from the right people is the only thing that tells you if you're on the right track. Dodge talks about building businesses from nothing without outside investment, why you have to promote yourself if you want...

What does it really take to build something from nothing?

Founder Dodge Woodall gets asked about entrepreneurship, naivety, curiosity and why that beats any business plan.

What it looks and feels like to start something from absolutely nothing, why so many people sit on ideas for years and never act on them, and why naivety and curiosity are more powerful than any business plan. Dodge talks about the reality of entrepreneurship, the pressure, the sleepless nights, the people who quietly want you to fail, and why doing your homework and just being yourself is what...

Richard Harpin reflects on the journey of building HomeServe from a struggling startup into a multi-billion-pound business - a story shaped by risk, resilience, and relentless belief. From nearly going bust in the early days to transforming a simple plumbing emergency service into a global home assistance giant, he opens up about the pressure, pivots, and hard-won decisions that defined the ride.

He shares the reality behind scaling a company over three decades - making painful mistakes, giving away equity to survive, almost running out of money more than once, and learning when to back people better...

Mark Epstein opens up about a life shaped by chaos, violence, and survival, growing up in the care system and navigating a childhood filled with instability, neglect, and trauma. From spending years in foster homes and boarding schools to being exposed to grooming and abuse at a young age, he reflects on how a lack of support and role models pushed him toward anger, street life, and crime. What followed was a life on the edge, involving gangs, drugs, prison, and working as an enforcer in London’s criminal underworld. 

But Epstein’s story is also one o...

Peter DeFreitas opens up on a life forged in violence, loyalty, and survival - from the streets of East London to the heart of world championship boxing. Before the spotlight, his reputation was built the hard way, navigating crime, conflict, and a world where respect had to be earned and defended.

As the right-hand man to Nigel Benn, he stepped into boxing’s inner circle - negotiating high-stakes deals, protecting his fighter at all costs, and going toe-to-toe with some of the most powerful figures in the sport. He reveals the truth behind boxing’s ruthless poli...

Lewis Moody opens up about life after rugby, reflecting on the highs of captaining England to World Cup glory and the brutal physical and mental toll the sport took behind the scenes. From relentless injuries to the pressure of leading a national team, he shares how discipline, resilience and identity shaped both his playing career and the transition that followed.

He speaks about the reality of elite sport - the constant pain, the sacrifices away from family, and the struggle many athletes face when the career that defined them suddenly ends. Moody discusses rebuilding purpose after...

Entrepreneurs are leaving the UK in record numbers - and many of them are heading to Dubai. But is it really the tax-free paradise people claim, or just another overhyped billionaire playground?

In this episode we fly to Dubai to find out what’s actually going on. From multimillionaire founders and property developers to ex-Special Forces leader Ollie Ollerton, we speak to the people building businesses and new lives in one of the fastest-growing cities in the world. They reveal the truth about the opportunities, the costs, the mindset and why thousands of entrepreneurs are choosing Du...

James Sinclair opens up about building an 18-brand empire spanning childcare, leisure, food services and hospitality - with 45 companies on Companies House and over 2,000 employees. From buying five businesses in a single year to adding £23 million in revenue, he shares how he leverages distribution, management teams and “love, want and need” sectors to scale aggressively through smart acquisitions.

He speaks about the pressures of entrepreneurship - £18 million in loans, a £1.5-2 million monthly payroll, dark moments behind the scenes, and why “happiness is a little bit boring” for someone wired to build. Fiercely ambitious and relentlessly driven, James revea...

Farard Darver opens up about leaving a 16-year military career - including tours in Afghanistan - to build a global CBD brand from scratch. After battling chronic pain and relying on painkillers, he discovered an alternative that would change his life and spark a new mission. What started as a personal solution is now a company operating across multiple continents, backed by 38 investors, and on track to become a £1 billion enterprise.

He speaks candidly about the reality of entrepreneurship - walking away from a guaranteed pension, risking everything, raising £2.2 million, and grinding through years of uncertainty. Fr...

Maximillian White opens up about building a global empire from the ground up, moving from nightclubs, hospitality, and high risk deals to operating at a scale most people cannot even comprehend. He breaks down what it really means to be a billionaire, how business is built on risk and timing, and why scale is the only thing that truly changes the game. From running clubs and pubs at a young age to overseeing operations that move at industrial levels, this is a story about ambition, instinct, and vision.

But it is not just about success. Maximillian...

Carl Thomas (MC Flux) opens up about a life lived on the edge - from football firms, violence, and prison, to the rise of a drum & bass MC who became a defining voice of a generation. Growing up in South London, he speaks candidly about identity, addiction, reputation, and the reality behind the chaos, told by someone who was fully inside it - not watching from the sidelines.

But this isn’t just about hooliganism or rave culture. Carl reflects honestly on mental health, loss, survival, and the moments that forced him to confront who he really wa...

Aarron Lambo sits down to talk through a life lived under pressure, scrutiny, and constant confrontation. From early trouble and repeated police encounters to bodybuilding, viral fame, and building legitimate businesses, he shares the full story behind the clips, accusations, and public perception. Beyond the arrests and controversy, this is a conversation about accountability, control, and hard-earned perspective. Aaron reflects on the mistakes that followed him for years, the moments that nearly derailed everything, and the choices that finally pushed him toward stability, responsibility, and growth.

This is the real story of Aarron Lambo.

Joey Pyle Jr opens up about growing up in the shadow of one of London’s most feared underworld names, and what it really meant to be the son of a gangster. From reputation and police attention to prison, violence, and loyalty, he tells the story from the inside - not the headlines.

But this isn’t just about crime. Joey speaks honestly about the pressure, the temptations, and the moments that forced him to change course when family, fatherhood, and survival became real.

This is the eventful life of Mr Joey Pyle Jr.<...

Joey Pyle Jr opens up about growing up in the shadow of one of London’s most feared underworld names, and what it really meant to be the son of a gangster. From reputation and police attention to prison, violence, and loyalty, he tells the story from the inside - not the headlines.

But this isn’t just about crime. Joey speaks honestly about the pressure, the temptations, and the moments that forced him to change course when family, fatherhood, and survival became real.

This is the eventful life of Mr Joey Pyle Jr.<...

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Gino Cross opens up about building one of Dubai’s fastest growing real estate brokerages, going from having nothing to leading a 140-strong team in one of the most competitive property markets in the world. He breaks down how commission really works in Dubai, how brokers can make life-changing money, and why the city rewards speed, obsession, and execution.

But it is not just about success. Gino speaks honestly about nearly running out of money, learning from billionaires, making big mistakes, and the discipline it took to stay in the ga...

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Ollie Ollerton opens up about a life forged in danger. From surviving a brutal childhood attack to earning his place in the UK Special Forces, Ollie shares the reality of selection, covert counter-terror missions, and the mindset needed to operate under extreme pressure. He also reflects on the trauma that followed him beyond the battlefield and how it led him to become one of the faces of SAS Who Dares Wins.

This is the eventful life of Mr Ollie Ollerton

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