Wrestling With the Champ

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. 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....

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Champ is out of time. In a future where nobody knows who he is, can he make it back before a young influencer steals his crown? 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...

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 legendary British wrestler VooDoo as himself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Set in 2009, join the Ginger Ninja and his best friend Churros on the brink of greatness as the world's greatest tag-team The Lost Adventurous. Then sit back as it's all blown up. 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...

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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the team busy preparing their live show for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022, the Champ is left in charge of the podcast to present some of his best bits from the early days. For more fight-based funny, including news about bonus episodes, live shows, merchandise and to support us on Patreon, visit our website: http://www.wrestlingwiththechamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

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, for the very first time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 ap...

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. A...

The Ginger Ninja joins host Dick Dickson on America's #1 wrestling podcast, Grapplin' Greats, to reveal his Mount Rushmore of wrestling, and why he'd invite each of them to a dinner party. This episode was written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John and featured guest appearances from Kurt Cornwell, Ciaran Saward, Hayley Cotter and Jim Salveson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

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 far away, and went toe to toe with infamous serial killer Rancid Sid, in the seasonal weather of Car Park Carnage. This episode was written and produced by Ant McGinley & Damien St John, with incidental piano by Ant McGinle...

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. Or is it a 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 hea...

Amateur professional wrestlers come together to celebrate the biggest awards date on the calendar, and the Champ is ready to win again. This episode featured Ant McGinley, Damien St John, Andrea Fox, Rob Tofield and Neal McClelland. Music in this episode includes 8-Bit Bossa by Joth, Happy Lullaby (Song 17) by Cynic Music, Silver Heart by GeriArt, Weird Wall by Slice Music, Water Lily by TomHUK, H...

We look back at the Champ's most painful injuries - from a flaming farm to a famous street in Weatherfield. Starring Ant McGinley, Damien St John and Dan Mellins. Music featured in this episode includes Kick In The Head by Bobby Harrison, Happy Synths by 3xBlast, Overdrive by Centurion of War, Second Cruise by Congus Bongus, Jazz Mastered by Pro Sensory, Trip to Home by Lesfm, Rough Road by GeriAr...

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. For more fight-based funny, including news about bonus episodes, live shows, merchandise and to support us via Patreon, visit our website: http://www.wrestlingwiththechamp.com Starring in order of appearan...

The true story behind one of the most infamous moments of the Champ's career comes to light, as Damien uncovers who was behind the ritual humiliation. To help them they welcome childhood starlet turned wrestler Kid Milk. and one of the Ginger Ninjas' many dream women, saucy singer Liz Love. Starring in order of appearance: Ant McGinley, Damien St John, Jack Johnson and Beccy Spurrit. Wrestling Wit...

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. Featuring an exclusive interview with the WWE tag team Pretty Deadly. Starring in order of appearance: Caroline Verdon, Ant McGinley, Sefanie Johnson, Damien St John...

The Ginger Ninja undergoes a personality test to find his perfect date, and along the way reveals a celebrity contact. Starring: Damien St John, Ant McGinley, Charles Commins, Dawn Bailey and Samuel Thomas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 - Inspiration, Rafael Kruz - Epic Boss Battle, Cynic Music - Awake!, Joshua Valencia - Band Practice, Lewis Redner - O Little Town of Bethlehem, Kevin Bennett - I Want To Wrestle Santa (Intro...

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 Nakarada, On Patrol by Section 31, Enchanted Tiki 86 by Cynic Music, Coexistenz by Loy...

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 Ant McGinley, Damien St John and Alex Boardman. Music credits: Beyond Part 2 by Alexander Nakarada, Le Baguette by Alexander Nakarada. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Pub Wrestling Federation finally re-opens its doors after the pandemic, a wrestling legend makes a surprising return to the ring. This episode featured Colin Leggo, Philip Simon, Ciaran Saward, Ant McGinley, and Damien St John. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A famous wrestling pundit exposes the Champ's worst and most embarrassing moments. Starring Rob Tofield, Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.