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On this episode (part 1) we have the leading light of the current Catch Wrestling resurgence, Jake Shannon. It is my opinion that Jake is responsible for the re-emergence of the popularity of Catch Wrestling through his dedication and consistency in spreading the gospel under the tutelage of Catch Wrestling gods, Karl Gotch and Billy Robinson.

We kick off our chat with a bit of a fun discussion about the Mormons of Salt Lake City where Jake used to live and the Freemasons.

Then Jake takes us through a history of his involvement with Catch Wrestling and his realtionships with both Billy and Karl as well assome cool stories from performing on the Vans: Warped Tour and smoking weed with rapper Cool Keith.

In part two, we discuss the success of the recent Catch Wrestling World Championships.

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Links:
http://www.scientificwrestling.com/

Thanks for streaming or downloading part 2 of this episode of the Priory Podcast featuring UK MMA legend and all round top bloke, Tom Blackledge.

On part 2, things get a little deeper into diet and nutrition along with the inspiration behind Power Kitchen.

We talk about Tom's toughest opponent and discuss the negative impact that social media and reality TV can have on the younger generations. 

Music:
- Walk Around Me - The Riverboat Gambler

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I was honoured to have top MMA expert and all round top man, Tom Blackledge on this episode of the Priory Podcast. Tom is an old friend from the early circuit of UK MMA and ex MMA Team Mate from our days at the Wolfslair.

On Part One of this episode we talk about MMA and the importance of coaching to the undividual needs rather than the needs of the majority.

In Part Two we discuss things a little more holistically and discuss the importance of having positive vibes and the unfortunate influence on society that junk food, junk television and junk social media is having on the current young generation.

Tom is head coach at Blackledge MMA, proprietor of Power Kitchen and co-promoter of ICE FC fight show. For more information you can contact Tom through the links above.

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Music:
- Walk Around Me - The Riverboat Gamblers

Thanks for downloading or streaming this episode of the Priory Podcast. On this episode I ramble about Freedom of Speech and whether it was right that Tommy Robinson was arrested and charged on breach of the peace.
I also discuss the anniversary of the Manchester Arena suicide bomb which killed 22 innocent people and 250 injured by a known al-Quaeda sympathiser and jihadist Salman Abedi.

I also touch on the retirement of one of UKs top MMA exponents, Michael Bisping, after a long, hard fought and successful carreer - he has finally decided to call it a day.

ALSO - For all you Vanquish Clothing UK fans out there, I have a 20% discount code at the end of the podcast. All you need to do is input the discount code in at the checkout to recieve the discount. £1.99 from each t-shirt sale will still be contributed to MIND West Cumbria even with the discount applied.

THanks for your support and Godspeed.

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Music:

A-Ha - The Sun Always Shines on TV

Thanks for downloading or streaming this new episode of the Priory Podcast. On this sunny Bank Holiday Monday, we have the pleasure of Paul Dorow, proprietor of Urban Savage.

"Urban Savage is a society of like-minded individuals. A community made of intelligent persons who understand there is no finish line in self-improvement"

Paul's vision for Urban Savage embraces the old school philosophy that initallly sparked my interest in the company and also what motivated me to start the Vanquish clothing range. His energy levels (it was 07.30 over there) are evident and I hope they permeate through the audio as much as it did during our chat.

We could have chatted for hours, but I wanted to make this initial episode short and snappy, especially as Paul had a full days schedule ahead.

Do yourself a favour and checkout some of his gear over at www.urbnsvg.com and Urban Savage on Instagram and Facebook.

Godspeed...

Music:

Gridline - Urban Savages

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On this episode I had the pleasure of Chuck Morse, author of:
The Nazi Connection to Islamic Terrorism.

Given the current tricky climate in the middle east, this podcast became somewhat topical almost by fortune. However the main purpose was to discuss the influence of one Hadj Amin al-Husseini  had on the Palastinian peoples from the early Twentieth Century along with his involvement and support of National Socialism. Basically as described in Chuck's book.

Chuck is an multiple times author, radio presenter and broadcaster. His knowledge on the topic at hand and his oratory skills were absolutely first rate and on point, apologies up front as my contributions at times seemed to derail Chuck's flow and as usual I tend to waffle although I do feel my presenting is getting better with each episode. However as always, if we can take something away from this Podcast, like other episodes, whether it be a spark for your own research or simply learning something new from the guest, then I guess it has done it's job. 

Keep on keeping and thanks for the support!!

Alex

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Songs:

- Opening Track: The Sound of Drums - Chamelion Circuit
- Closing Track: Contempt-Theme de Camille by Georges Delerue

Content:

Thanks for listening.

It was a huge pleasure to get my mate and absolute fountain of knowledge to come in and drop truth bombs all over podcast-ville on the topic of Tupac Shakur.

From his birth into a disfunctional family, Gary and I discuss how Tupace clawed his way out of the gutter by utilising his artisitc skills in poetry and ballet, moving onto his beginnings in rap music and becomming one of the worlds biggest gangster rap stars of the mid pop culture icons 1990's, then finally assessing the mysterious surroundings of his murder in 1996 and the network of potential culprits which included the FBI and a corrupt LA police force, his often maligned and reportedly head gang member Suge Knight to the infamous tepid relationship with East Coast gangster rappers Notorious BIG aka Christopher Wallace and P Diddy.

This was one of the most interesting topics and enjoyable podcasts I've done up to date simply due to the knowledge Gary brought to the table. I hope you enjoy it too.

Cheers

Songs:
Tupac - Trappe
Tupac - Keep Your head Up
Nototious BIG - Who Shot Ya?
Tupac - Dear Mama

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On this episode of The Priory Podcast, I ramble about being back in full time work for 3 weeks after almost 8 months away from the rat race.

I talk about how not to chat up women and see my future self by observing how hot young women make middle aged men turn into comedians and knowingly sell their soul along with their dignity!

Recorded on Bank Holiday Sunday morning, from the depths of my bed.

Have a beautiful day.

Song:
The Boat - Chuck Ragan

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On this episode I go off on a huge rant about the decline in humanity and that the earth is getting sick of us that's why she's sending the apocalypse.

I rant about countries and institutions not wanting to give other people their freedom even though they've voted legitimately for that right!

I give props to the guys that stole the cash machine from ALDI for their ingenuity.
If you're offended by profanity and unsubstantiated political views then this may not be the podcast episode for you.

For all the rest of you - I hope you enjoy!

Music:
If I Had a Heart - Fever Ray
The Willow Tree - Seth Lakeman

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Thanks for downloading, streaming and listening to this episode.

I managed to grab some time with the awesome Mike Grundy, top British Freestyle Wrestler and MMA fighter.

Mike gives us an insight into his beginnings in wrestling, reaching number 12 in the world and taking the Bronze in the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
Mike also shares his ambitions of joining the UFC which I'm sure won't be too far off in the future.

I can honestly say it was an absolute pleasure. I've trained under Mike numerous times at both the Wigan & Leigh Wrestling Gym and at Team Kaobon, and his energy is always positive. One of life's good guys who manages to balance a full time fighting career with family life.

We all wish him well in the future.

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