The Steven Sulley Study Podcast

Mark Wright is an influential entrepreneur and self-taught digital marketing specialist and speaker, who won the BBC show The Apprentice in 2014 and runs one of the UK’s fastest growing digital marketing agencies, Climb Online, which he launched with Lord Alan Sugar’s backing after winning The Apprentice in 2014. Mark joins Steven to discuss the crossovers between the world of sport and business,...

Aaron Chalmers is an English retired mixed martial artist and reality television personality who has appeared in the reality shows Geordie Shore and Ex on the Beach. Aaron meets Steven to talk about the business side of fighting, social media and the pros and cons of the new technologically based world, his philosophy around money and success, and his work ethic when it comes to professional sport...

Abass Baraou is a German professional boxer who has held the WBC International light-middleweight title since 2019. As an amateur he won a bronze medal at the 2017 World Championships and a gold at the 2017 European Championships, both while competing at welterweight. Abass joins Steven to talk about the toughness and mindset required to be the best in the ring, what has driven him to the top in t...

Leon Mark McKenzie is an English former professional footballer who played as a forward from 1995 to 2013 who scored in all four English professional leagues during his career. He was also a professional boxer, competing in the super middleweight class. Leon joins Steven to talk about what it takes to succeed at the highest levels of sport, the striking and unexpected similarities between these tw...

Josh Myers is a British actor, perhaps best known for his roles in his such as Fighting With My Family, and The Sweeney. Josh joins Steven to talk about his life as an actor, what makes a great screen performer, and how a promise he has made to himself - to always give his best - has helped him towards becoming one of Britain's shining lights of the acting world. KEY TAKEAWAYS Although many assume...

Steven talks to boxer, James "The Hitman" Hawley, about the importance of mindset and discipline and how they are tools that can be transferred to other areas of life, the value to be found in constant personal development, and why you can always find light in the darkest of life's moments. KEY TAKEAWAYS  Challenges force us to retreat sometimes, but if we have patience, and the right mindset, the...

Steven talks to Mr Cenz, the incredible street artist whose murals and paintings have revitalised and reinvigorated the urban environments upon which they reside. Mr Cenz discusses his process, the purpose and drive that inspires him, and how he has learned to strike a balance in life between the artistic ambitions he still holds to, and the responsibilities of life.  KEY TAKEAWAYS When people loo...

Anthony Ogogo is an English professional wrestler and former professional boxer signed to All Elite Wrestling. As a boxer, he competed from 2013 to 2016 as a professional, and won a bronze medal in the middleweight division at the 2012 Olympics as an amateur. He's also appeared on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing. Few people know more about rising above and coming back from adversity, and in this week'...

Jonny Garrett is the founder of William Wood Watches, a British luxury watch brand dedicated to his grandfather who served in the British Fire Service for 25 years. Jonny creates unique watches made from up-cycled rescue service materials and donates a percentage of profits to a firefighters charity.  Jonny joins Steven for the second time on the podcast, to talk about how life has changed since 2...

As one year ends and another begins, it's always wise to reflect upon the goals we've achieved, the ones we're aiming for, plus to look at the wisdom gained across the space of a year. In this episode, Steven steps back in order to look at the lessons he has learned through 2021, and why people are at the heart of them. KEY TAKEAWAYS By putting yourself in a target-rich environment, and surroundin...

Steven talks to actress, model, podcast host, television personality and entrepreneur, Jo Wood. Jo is also well known for being the Ex-Wife of Ronnie Wood, a member of the Rolling Stones. She first hand saw the band on tour and lived a life of a rock star, looking after Ronnie’s wardrobe and diet. Jo has travelled the world, and has lived in Los Angeles, New York and is now settled in London. When...

Steven is in New York City, and took time out to visit with John "CRASH" Matos, who first picked up a can of spray paint at the age of 13 to cut his teeth as a graffiti artist by “bombing” the subway trains in the New York. Steven talks to CRASH about the New York scene itself, how the city regards artist, Richard Hambleton, the state of the art market in 2021, and the ever-changing face of New Yo...

Steven is in New York City, and took the time to visit one of the most respected street artists in the world on his home turf. Chris "Daze" Ellis, talks to Steven from his own studio, and talks about his recent work, the effects of the pandemic upon art, and how The Bronx has inspired his own work. KEY TAKEAWAYS The effects of the pandemic have been disruptive across the globe, but for artists, it...

Steven talks to boxer, Elliot Whale, about the hard fought journey he's had along the way to becoming one of the UK's foremost athletes, the similarities between sport and business, the importance of mind-set, and how focus and ambition can help us to live our dreams. KEY TAKEAWAYS There are clearly transferrable skills between the world of boxing, with its disciplines and mind-sets, and the world...

This week, Woodbury House has flown to New York to expand their knowledge on Richard Hambleton. Here Steven talks to the owner of the Gansevoort Hotel, Michael Achenbaum.  Michael has worked with his father since 1999, and together they have co-developed more than $1 billion in property. As well as a businessman, Michael is also a lover of art and his Gansevoort hotel is home to many different pie...

Steven talks to Ken Moss, an art collector and personal friend of Richard Hambleton, about the cultural impact of Richard Hambleton and his work, as well as the enduring legacy he left behind - one that grows in stature with each passing day. KEY TAKEAWAYS The best art makes us feel something visceral and internal. We do not necessarily have to like what we see, but be moved by it in some way. The...

Steven talks to Ashley Theophane, the British former professional boxer who competed from 2003 to 2020, and who held the British super-lightweight title from 2011 to 2012. Ashley discusses the importance of hard work when it comes to reaching your goals in life, the pros and cons of social media, what life was like at the top of his game, and the lessons he's taken from the world of sport into his...

This week, Steven talks to self-described bohemian, Nemo LIbrizzi, described by Paradigm Magazine as having an "innate academic curiosity and fearless need for adventure," making him "a true arbiter of cool." Nemo talks about the preservation of Richard Hambleton's work, and why his work has endured. KEY TAKEAWAYS When we put enough care and attention into the preservation of a legacy, it becomes...

Ben Eine is one of the most successful street artists in the world and is regarded as a pioneer in the exploration of graffiti letterforms. Originally a graffiti writer, Eine started his career over 30 years ago, leaving his first tag all over London before developing his distinct typographic style. This week, Ben returns to the podcast to talk about everything from the state of the world today, t...

The name of Richard Hambleton has never been more lauded. In more recent times, an unknown artist has been working on the streets in order to pay tribute to his unique talent. Nullbureau talks about his ambitions for the project, and why the work of Hambleton has inspired him in such a revolutionary way. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many artists wish to produce a non-gallery experience, and people are far more a...

Michael Conlan is an Irish professional boxer, heavily tipped to be a future world champion, a genuine Olympic medallist, and officially the most decorated Irish amateur boxer of all time. Michael joins the show to talk about his mind-set and how it can affect outcomes, the preparation work he employs to ready himself for the challenges of the ring, and the belief he holds close in order to push h...

This week, Steven talks to former professional footballer, David Cotterill, who has since turned the disciplines and wisdom he found in the world of sport, towards the profession of mental health consultancy and public speaking, going on to found the David Cotterill Foundation, dedicated to solving mental health and addiction issues. KEY TAKEAWAYS It doesn't matter if experiences have been bad or...

Tris Dixon is the former editor of Boxing News and has covered the sport for nearly two decades. He was the ghostwriter for Ricky Hatton's recent bestselling autobiography, War and Peace, and is a regular pundit on Sky Sports' boxing shows. Tris joins Steven on this episode to talk about his life so far and how he turned his passion for the sport of boxing into the words that have since inspired s...

As a player in the street-art space, Steven is constantly being asked about the impact of NFTs on the art landscape. In this episode, Steven talks to Andy Rogers, a digital artist, and Barney Broom, an author, about their digital collaboration project, and the impact of NFTs on the creative industries. KEY TAKEAWAYS An NFT is a non-fungible token, akin to cryptocurrency, that allows a purchaser to...

Steven talks to actor, TV personality and professional boxer, Jack Fincham, about his time on hit show Love Island and how he won, the effects of fame and how it has changed his life, and the amazing projects coming up in his future.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Fame is an addictive drug that changes life fundamentally. More guidance and advice is needed for those who enter the public eye - everything from emot...