Wrestling With the Champ

Wrestling With the Champ

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Wrestling With the Champ episodes

  • It's All Gravy (Patreon Preview)

    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.


    Starring Charles Commins. Unlock the full episode now by hitting the link in the description or by visiting our website.


    Wrestling With the Champ is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Damien St John for the Podomedy podcast network.

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    4 min
  • Terror of the Timekeeper
    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.

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    20 min
  • Fringe Benefits
    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

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    34 min
  • Triple Threat (Patreon Preview)
    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.

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    4 min
  • A Champion Night
    Find out what the Champ thinks is the ultimate champion night. Starring Ant McGinley and Damien St John.

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    6 min
  • Gingerthon (Patreon Preview)
    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.

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    6 min
  • Blood is Thicker than Whiskey
    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.

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    27 min
  • Violence is Golden
    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.

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    22 min
  • Bruise Willis
    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.

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    11 min
  • Kayfabe
    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.

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    15 min

About Wrestling With the Champ

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Follow the adventures of the Pub Wrestling Federation champion the Ginger Ninja and his long-suffering manager in this award-winning comedy wrestling podcast. Starring, written and produced by Ant…