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	Pub. Date	Title	Duration
	30 Sep 2022	Churros	00:20:15
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 by Callum Sutherland - the original Churros. 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/ Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	29 Jun 2020	The Royal Fumble	00:18:45
With the PWF on the brink of collapse, this event changed the future of the company forever. 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 Ant McGinley, Damien St John, Pat Sharp, Jason Webster, Paul Jones and Lindsey Sykora. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	27 Jan 2023	Kayfabe	00:14:21
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	02 Apr 2022	The Final Bell - Part One	00:15:21
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	13 Jul 2020	My Ginger Monologues	00:08:54
The Champ answers your burning questions as he rifles through an unopened bag of fan mail. Starring Ant McGinley. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	26 Jun 2022	The Ginge at the Fringe (The Champ's Shorts)	00:03:35
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, for the very first time. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	08 Aug 2020	The Prick List	00:06:05
A famous wrestling pundit exposes the Champ's worst and most embarrassing moments. Starring Rob Tofield, Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	23 Aug 2020	Return of the PWF	00:18:12
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	02 Jun 2023	Triple Threat (Patreon Preview)	00:03:59
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! Unlock the full anniversary episode on Patreon now. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	30 Oct 2020	The Vanishing Wrestler	00:21:44
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 Loyalty Freak Music. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	08 Aug 2023	Fringe Benefits	00:33:18
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.
	23 Aug 2023	Terror of the Timekeeper	00:19:12
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.
	03 Sep 2023	It's All Gravy (Patreon Preview)	00:03:15
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.
	29 Sep 2023	Andrew the Giant	00:20:38
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. 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.
	27 Oct 2023	WrestleDreaming (Sleeping Booty)	00:24:30
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. 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.
	02 Dec 2023	Mystery Episode	00:10:52
Test your knowledge of all things Champ-related in our bonus quiz! Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	06 Dec 2023	Smiledriver (Live from Edinburgh)	00:45:45
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.
	22 Dec 2023	Lager than Life	00:28:34
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. 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 license. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	31 Jan 2024	Red Domino	00:24:45
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.
	08 Mar 2024	A New Flame	00:31:39
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 at Incompetetch: Twisting, Amazing Grace, Heart Of Nowhere, I Got A Stick Ar Bryan Teoh, Tempting Secrets, Hot Pursuit & Marty Got A Plan. 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.
	01 May 2024	Race to Edinburgh - Part One	00:10:04
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.
	13 Jun 2024	Race to Edinburgh - Part Two	00:12:49
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.
	30 Aug 2024	Race to Edinburgh - Part Three	00:18:26
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.
	27 Sep 2024	Chortle Combat: Live at Edinburgh Fringe	00:30:30
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	31 Oct 2024	Night of the Ninja 2	00:26:34
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.
	28 Nov 2024	Top 20 Fake Ads	00:41:59
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.
	21 May 2020	Trailer: The Second Teaser	00:01:38
Meet the greatest wrestler you've never heard of, fresh from the Pub Wrestling Federation. Simply put, no one has had a career like that of the Ginger Ninja. Brace yourself for the funniest ride in wrestling. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	18 Dec 2020	I Want to Wrestle Santa	00:11:56
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 (Introduction), Alexander Nakarada - I Want To Wrestle Santa (Main theme). Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	26 Jul 2020	Three Times a Champion	00:21:23
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	02 May 2023	Blood is Thicker than Whiskey	00:26:28
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. This episode features the voices of Jim Salveson and Alex Whitely. Written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Music is used 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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	15 May 2023	Gingerthon (Patreon Preview)	00:05:01
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	19 Jun 2020	Father's Day	00:06:59
For this special Father's Day episode, the Champ and his former manager Big Bird Barry discuss the early years. Starring Ant McGinley, Damien St John and John Walker. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	28 Oct 2022	Night of The Ninja	00:32:27
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	01 Jun 2020	The Old Foe	00:19:39
On the debut episode of Wrestling with The Champ, the Ginger Ninja is forced to address some unfinished business with his last-ever opponent. Starring Ant McGinley, Damien St John, and introducing Tom Campbell. 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 Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	07 Sep 2022	Trailer: Season Four	00:00:34
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! Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	03 Apr 2022	The Final Bell - Part Two	00:23:25
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 Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	14 May 2020	Trailer: The First Teaser	00:01:16
Meet the greatest wrestler you've never heard of, fresh from the Pub Wrestling Federation. Simply put, no one has had a career like that of the Ginger Ninja. Brace yourself for the funniest ride in wrestling. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	27 May 2023	A Champion Night	00:05:47
Find out what the Champ thinks is the ultimate champion night. Starring Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	03 Mar 2022	The GOATS	00:12:10
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	22 Jul 2022	Nothin' but Best Bits Vol. 1	00:22:41
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 Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	05 Sep 2020	Où Est Le Champ?	00:12:30
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	25 Mar 2023	Violence is Golden	00:21:40
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. 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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	22 Dec 2022	Tinseltown	00:22:47
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 over to http://www.wrestlingwiththechamp.com Music featured within this episode is licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	02 Mar 2023	Bruise Willis	00:10:26
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	26 Feb 2021	The Matchmaker	00:17:41
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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	28 Mar 2021	The NWA and Pretty Deadly	00:20:32
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, 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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	08 May 2021	Scarred in the Yard	00:21:29
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 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 included Loyalty Freak Music - Mega Metal, Nene - Theme Song [8-BIT], YD - BangBang, Hael DB - Guitar Licks, The Freeharmonic - Trident, Adventure - Rafael Krux, Steeps of Destiny - Alexandr Zhelanov. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	19 Jun 2021	Bruise Cruise	00:17:13
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 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 Macleod Dark Alleys, Dark Times - Belmont Republic Winds of Stories - HorrorPen Chiptune Adventures stage 2 - Juhani Junkala Silly Intro - Alexander Nakarada Roller Fever - Loyalty Freak Music The Gears of Progress - Section 31 Prepare Your Swords - Bojidar Marinov Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	28 Aug 2021	Big Breaks	00:16:47
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 GeriArt, Dubstep Trap by Mellomaker88, Gears of Progress by Section 31, End of Journey by Steffen Daum. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	01 Oct 2021	The Hall of Flame	00:15:39
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, Heavy Rock 1 by Caffeine Creek Band, Fire Drill by Alexis Ortiz Sofield, Flowering by Sodiac Official, Future Shmup by James Gargette, Epic by Twisterium, Morning In A Big City by Alexsey Nemiro, Undead Rising by Matthew Pablo, Gears of Progress by Section 31. Various sounds by David McKee (ViRiX). Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	22 Oct 2021	Caravan Of Hell	00:18:53
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 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. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	18 Dec 2021	Far Out in the Far East	00:15:34
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 McGinley. Enjoy ad-free listening on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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