Made in Brum Podcast

Made in Brum Podcast

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Made in Brum Podcast episodes

  • S6 Ep6: JOE HUNT: From Birmingham Clubs To Worldwide Dance Floors 🌍🎧 | Floor Fillers, DJ Advice & UK Garage
    Joe Hunt joins the Made In Brum podcast for a brilliant conversation about his journey from Birmingham’s underground club scene to becoming one of the UK’s most respected DJs and producers 🎧🔥 Joe talks about: * starting out DJing in Birmingham clubs and raves * building his sound through UK garage & bassline * creating floor fillers that work worldwide * life on the road touring internationally * the story behind “Up To No Good” * advice for upcoming DJs and producers * consistency, graft and surviving the music industry From local venues in the Midlands to festival stages across the world, this is a proper insight into the mindset and work ethic behind a long-lasting DJ career. Joe Hunt is a Birmingham/Walsall DJ & producer, co-founder of Jump Records, and saw major commercial success with tracks including “Up To No Good”, receiving support across BBC Radio 1, Capital Dance and international DJs worldwide. 🎙️ Available now on: Spotify YouTube Apple Podcasts Follow Made In Brum for more honest conversations with footballers, musicians, creators and Birmingham personalities. #JoeHunt #UKGarage #Bassline #DJPodcast #MadeInBrum #BrumLife #DanceMusic #DJLife #Podcast #Birmingham #UKMusic #HouseMusic #GarageMusic
    1 hr 5 min
  • S6 Ep5: “Can Birmingham Become a Basketball City Again?” Rob Palmer on Rockets, Olajuwon & Changing Lives

    Basketball in Birmingham once had a real buzz — so what happened? In this episode of Made in Brum, Rob Palmer joins us to talk about the rise of Birmingham Rockets, building opportunities for young people through sport, and why basketball deserves a bigger place in the city again. Rob discusses: * Growing a community basketball movement across Birmingham * Delivering programmes for 1,200+ weekly participants * Using coaching, mentoring and sport to change lives * Accessibility and opportunities within basketball * Sponsorship, marketing and growing the game locally * Bringing basketball back into the spotlight in Birmingham * Working alongside NBA legend Hakeem “The Dream” Olajuwon * International basketball camps and elite player development We also explore the impact of Hakeem Olajuwon — one of the greatest basketball players of all time — and what Birmingham can learn from global basketball culture. If you care about youth sport, community projects, Birmingham culture or basketball’s future in the UK, this episode is for you. 

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    1 hr 24 min
  • S6 Ep4: David “Digga” Davis: From Smethwick Streets to Wolves, Blues & Jude Bellingham Stories
    David “Digga” Davis joins us for a proper honest chat about his journey through football — from growing up in Smethwick and getting scouted by Wolves, to loan spells at Inverness and Chesterfield, his Premier League experience, and becoming a fan favourite at Birmingham City. We talk Blues, Wolves, derby goals, Garry Monk, Gary Rowett, Maikel Kieftenbeld, Jude Bellingham, dressing room stories, setbacks, confidence, criticism and what it really takes to make it in the game. Digga made over 180 league appearances for Birmingham City and was voted Blues Player of the Year in 2016/17, after coming through at Wolves and playing across the Premier League, Championship, League One and beyond. Sponsored by BrumLife For entertainment, news and everything Birmingham.
    1 hr 31 min
  • S6 Ep3: From Losing Sight to Fighting for Accessibility | Linzie’s Story
    What happens when you start losing your sight… but refuse to lose your life? In this episode, we sit down with Linzie — a passionate Birmingham City fan and accessibility advocate — to talk about her journey with visual impairment, losing independence, and fighting to be heard. From giving up her driving licence to navigating stadiums, daily life and public perception, Linzie shares the real, raw side of sight loss that people don’t often see. We also dive into: * Living with keratoconus and vision decline * Losing independence and adapting day-to-day * Why football still means everything — even without sight * The importance of atmosphere, community and connection * Challenging misconceptions around blindness * Fighting for better accessibility in football and beyond This is a powerful, honest conversation about resilience, identity and making sure everyone has a place in the game. 🎙️ From the Made in Brum Podcast Filmed at St Andrew’s 👉 Subscribe for more real stories from Birmingham and beyond
    1 hr 7 min
  • S6 Ep2: From Gym Owner to Running UK Fight Nights & Wellness Events | Sam Carter-Smith
    From gym floors to running large-scale fight nights and wellness events across the UK… In this episode, Sam Carter-Smith breaks down how he built a multi-layered business across fitness, boxing promotions and wellness. We dive into: * Building Rigs Fitness from the ground up * Creating Strictly Business Fight Nights * Scaling into national events and Ultra-style fight shows * Why safety frameworks and structure matter in boxing * The impact of events on people’s lives and charity (£40M+) * Moving into wellness with One Retreat Wellness This is more than just fitness — it’s about building systems, creating experiences and changing lives. 🎙️ From the Made in Brum Podcast Filmed at St Andrew’s 👉 Subscribe for more real stories from Birmingham and beyond Sponsored by @alternativebeautyalchemist Luxury skincare & holistic treatments based in Water Orton
    1 hr
  • S6 Ep1: Undefeated Bouncer Marcus Portman: Drugs, Violence & Turning His Life Around

    Marcus Portman built a reputation as one of the UK’s most feared and undefeated bouncers — a life surrounded by violence, chaos and high-pressure situations.

    But behind that lifestyle came a darker side.

    In this episode, Marcus opens up on his journey through drugs, the impact it had on his life, and how he managed to come out the other side clean.

    This is a raw, honest conversation about consequences, resilience and turning your life around.

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    Filmed at St Andrew’s

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    52 min
  • S5 Ep12: “Football Was BRUTAL Back Then…” | Steve Bull Tells the Truth About Old-School Football
    Steve Bull — a true Wolverhampton Wanderers legend — joins us for a raw, no-filter conversation about what football was really like before the modern era softened the game. From bone-crunching tackles to relentless aerial battles, Bully breaks down the physical and mental toughness needed to survive in one of football’s most unforgiving eras. ⚔️ Constant 50/50s and physical battles 🧠 The mindset needed to compete at the highest level 🐺 Inside life at Wolves during a defining era 📉 How football has changed — for better or worse This is football as it used to be — gritty, honest, and brutal. 🎙️ Filmed at Birmingham City Football Club 📍 From the Made in Brum Podcast ⸻ 👉 Like, comment & subscribe for more unfiltered stories from legends in football, music, and Birmingham culture. Powered by Brum Life — bringing you the best of Birmingham.
    1 hr 7 min
  • S5 Ep11: Andy Whing: From Player to Manager | Dressing Rooms, Pressure & Football Life
    Andy Whing joins us for a proper, honest conversation about his journey through football — from his playing days to stepping into management. He opens up on: ⚽ Life as a professional footballer 🧠 The pressure of the game and dressing room dynamics 🎯 Transitioning from player to manager 📈 What it really takes to lead a team 🔁 The highs, lows and realities of football life This is a grounded, insightful chat with someone who’s lived it — both on the pitch and in the dugout. 🎙️ Podcast available on all streaming platforms 👉 Link in bio / description Powered by Brum Life — for entertainment, news and everything Birmingham.
    1 hr 28 min
  • S5 Ep10: JAYKAE TELLS ALL 🔥 From Small Heath to POWER, Ed Sheeran & Peaky Blinders | Made in Brum Podcast
    JAYKAE TELLS ALL. From the streets of Small Heath to global recognition — including his track featuring in Power — this is one of Birmingham’s biggest voices like you’ve never heard him before. In this episode, Jaykae opens up on: • Growing up in Small Heath • His journey through the grime scene • The moment his music hit Power and changed everything • Linking up with Ed Sheeran • Birmingham City and what the club means to him • Man Like Mobeen and representing the city properly • Why he NEEDS to be in Peaky Blinders 👀 • Fame, pressure and staying real With the new Peaky Blinders film dropping now, the timing couldn’t be better… Raw, honest and full of stories — this is Birmingham culture in full effect. Powered by Brum Life — for entertainment, news and everything Birmingham. 👉 Subscribe for more real conversations from the city.
    58 min
  • S5 Ep9: Skip Tells All | Martin O’Connor on Walsall, Blues & Football Life
    Former Birmingham City captain Martin O’Connor joins the B2B Made in Brum podcast for a brilliant, honest conversation about his career in football. Martin talks about his journey from Walsall to Birmingham City, becoming a leader at Blues and what it meant to captain the club during a huge period in its history. We dive into dressing room stories, life under Trevor Francis, characters like Barry Fry, contract negotiations with Karen Brady, and what football was really like in that era. He also reflects on the mentality needed to play at the top level, the passion of Blues fans, and the moments that shaped his career both on and off the pitch. A proper football conversation full of stories, honesty and a bit of classic dressing room banter. Powered by Brum Life — Birmingham’s No.1 page for news, music & entertainment.
    1 hr 15 min

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