The Bits You Don't See

From growing up on the streets of Ethiopia with nothing to building a multi-million dollar business empire, Johnny Vegas has one of the most unbelievable entrepreneurial journeys you’ll ever hear.

Johnny is the International Liaison for the Ethiopian Football Federation, CEO of CloudOut, Strategic Advisor & Co-Owner of Golden Boot Academy, and a key business figure in sports and entertainment. He’s worked with top footballers, including Bacary Sagna, Joe Willock, Reece Nelson, and Weston McKennie, and is behind a $150 million sports and tech development project in Ethiopia.

In this episode, we dive into:

🔥 How Johnny went from being a valet in Vegas to advising top footballers & business leaders

🔥 The crazy world of high-level football deals & sponsorship negotiations

🔥 His mission to give back to young Ethiopian athletes

🔥 His biggest business failures & why he refuses to give up

🔥 The wild business deal that almost changed the Qatar World Cup forever

This is an episode full of inspiration, hustle, and unbelievable stories.

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What does it take to build a thriving creative agency from scratch in one of the world’s most competitive markets? In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Cormack, a self-made entrepreneur who went from hustling with a camera to running a top-tier creative agency in Dubai.

🌍 This episode is packed with value:

How Jamie scaled from a 2-person team to managing 24+ creatives 🔝

The reality of working with world-renowned brands like Emirates Palace and Emaar 💼

Surviving Dubai’s unique business challenges, from late payments to demanding clients 🕰️

Lessons learned from juggling multiple businesses, boxing, and a chaotic schedule 🥊

Why Jamie believes failure is just a stepping stone to success 🚶‍♂️💡

💬 Key takeaway:

“Success isn’t about the fancy cars or big houses—it’s about freedom, focus, and the ability to look after the people you care about.”

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🥊 In this episode, we sit down with professional boxer Lee McGregor, a rising star in the world of boxing. With 15 wins under his belt, Lee shares his incredible journey, including:

• Fighting on the Fury vs Usyk undercard during Riyadh Season.
• The sacrifices, sleepless nights, and pressures behind the scenes.
• The emotional highs and lows of a career in boxing.
• How he overcame personal tragedy and adversity to reach the world stage.
• What’s next for him in 2025.

💬 "It’s not just the fights in the ring—it’s the battles outside of it that make or break you."

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🎧 Welcome to Episode #002 of The Bits You Don't See!

In this episode, we sit down with Alex Cash, the entrepreneurial mastermind behind the UK’s leading glamping pod manufacturer. Starting at just 18 years old, Alex shares how he built a multi-million-pound business from scratch, the wild highs and lows of his journey, and what it takes to thrive in the competitive glamping industry.

🌟 Highlights of this episode:

• From garden sheds to £100k glamping pods: How Alex scaled up Podfactory.
• The viral Facebook post that changed everything overnight.
• Surviving chaos, COVID, and cash flow crises while learning invaluable lessons.
• The story of finding £300k in just six weeks to save his business.
• Why staff, structure, and partnerships are the keys to building a true business.
• Hilarious and heart-stopping behind-the-scenes moments, including floating offices that made people seasick.

Alex gets real about the bits you don’t see – the sleepless nights, the lessons learned, and how to navigate the pressures of running a business. If you're an entrepreneur or thinking of starting your own business, this episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and a good dose of humour.

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Welcome to the first guest episode of The Bits You Don’t See Podcast! In this captivating conversation, host Calum sits down with Toby Harris, the UAE’s leading sports masseuse, who has worked with icons like Usain Bolt, UFC fighters, and top entrepreneurs.

Toby shares the untold highs and lows of building his business, DXB Sports Massage, in Dubai—from rubbing shoulders (and calves!) with the world’s elite to the darkest days of financial struggles and personal sacrifice. This is an unfiltered look at what it takes to thrive in one of the most competitive and glamorous regions on Earth.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The surreal story of working with Usain Bolt during Expo 2020.
• Why growth isn’t always the answer and how ego can derail success.
• The hilarious and challenging realities of running a massage business in Dubai.
• Insights into the mental and physical discipline required by elite athletes.
• The bits you don’t see: the hidden struggles of entrepreneurship.

This episode is packed with honesty, inspiration, and a few jaw-dropping anecdotes you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, sports enthusiast, or someone who loves a behind-the-scenes look at success, this one’s for you.

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Bits You Don’t See Podcast. In this introduction, we dive into the heart of what this podcast is all about: uncovering the 99% that doesn’t make the highlight reel on social media. From life’s darkest days to the deeper moments that define success, this is where we explore the raw, unfiltered stories that often go untold.

In this episode, host Calum shares the inspiration behind the podcast, what you can expect from upcoming episodes, and why these conversations matter. Whether it’s athletes, business leaders, or innovators, we’ll go beyond the surface to bring you real stories of grit, growth, and perseverance.

• Why The Bits You Don’t See was created and what it stands for.
• A glimpse into the untold stories of life’s toughest challenges.
• What you can look forward to in future episodes, including exciting guests and conversations.

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