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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 26, 2022•4 min•Season 3Ep. 8
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 H...
Apr 03, 2022•23 min•Season 3Ep. 7
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online...
Apr 02, 2022•15 min•Season 3Ep. 6
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: htt...
Mar 03, 2022•12 min•Season 3Ep. 5
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfsh...
Dec 18, 2021•16 min•Season 3Ep. 4
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, Congu...
Oct 22, 2021•19 min•Season 3Ep. 3
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...
Oct 01, 2021•16 min•Season 3Ep. 2
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. Af...
Aug 28, 2021•17 min•Season 3Ep. 1
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,...
Jun 19, 2021•17 min•Season 2Ep. 7
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, ...
May 08, 2021•21 min•Season 2Ep. 6
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 Wi...
Mar 28, 2021•21 min•Season 2Ep. 5
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 26, 2021•18 min•Season 2Ep. 4
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). Affiliate: Protect your privacy...
Dec 18, 2020•12 min•Season 2Ep. 3
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the b...
Oct 30, 2020•22 min•Season 2Ep. 2
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Sep 05, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 1
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 23, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 7
A famous wrestling pundit exposes the Champ's worst and most embarrassing moments. Starring Rob Tofield, Ant McGinley and Damien St John. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 08, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 6
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 26, 2020•21 min•Season 1Ep. 5
The Champ answers your burning questions as he rifles through an unopened bag of fan mail. Starring Ant McGinley. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 13, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 4
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free...
Jun 29, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 3
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 19, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 2
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 Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up...
Jun 01, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 21, 2020•2 min
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. Affiliate: Protect your privacy online faster than a surprise steel chair to the back with Surfshark VPN. Claim up to three months free: https://surfshark.club/friend/ScZGD2aG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 14, 2020•1 min
