WORK THE LEFT SIDE PODCAST
By Work The Left Side Podcast
The official podcast channel of the show where we look back on wrestlers gone by. From WWE, AEW, WCW and British Wrestling as well as guest stars.
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WORK THE LEFT SIDE PODCASTApr 11, 2024
00:00
01:04:47
Canadian Stampede
it's here
the wrestling show of 1997
Canadian Stampede. hailed by the wrestling media & fans as a must see show. is it any good
join myself JC & Sean Only as we look back at the event
May 07, 202401:20:46
Side Talk ep 2
Join hosts Ash & Scott for the second episode in the Side Talk series. This episode will cover the month of April, and what a month it has been!
From WrestleMania XL to AEW Dynasty to NJPW Windy City Riot to the footage to the Elite running roughshod. Plus as much as the boys can cover from everywhere else!
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Apr 30, 202401:15:39
PopPunk Kid Jake Silver
In this episode I am joined by one half of CrashBoat, Promoter of Planet Wrestler and all round top notch dude
The PopPunk Kid Jake Silver
We talk about Teaming with Jack and the success of CrashBoat to his plans for the future of Planet Wrestle
and much more
The PopPunk Kid Jake Silver
We talk about Teaming with Jack and the success of CrashBoat to his plans for the future of Planet Wrestle
and much more
Apr 27, 202401:10:35
Act Two
I am joined this episode by Benjamin & Jack AKA ACT 2
This team is one of the fastest rising teams in the UK right now
challenging for titles across the country
TNT Wrestle Carnival NORTH True Grit Sacrifice Odyssey Wrestle Island
From getting inspiration from the MCMGs to in ring chemistry
Two amazing guys
one awesome team
Apr 25, 202401:03:52
Chilli Heatwave
I am joined by the One an Only Chilli Heatwave
From a one time stop in London Lucha with Greg Burridge to training at Pursuit
Working on shows for Spectrum, Planet Wrestle, Blackheart & True Grit
Developing the character and having fun
Taking inspiration from Rik Mayall
and much more
Apr 18, 202401:09:10
Comic Chat Vol 2
I am joined by William Valour, Brandon Butcher & Axl the Klown as we discuss comic books.
films & tv mainly in this episode ranging from Batman to Spider-Man to The Boys to invincible
Poor Aquaman to the awesomeness of Batman beyond
and much more
Apr 16, 202401:15:27
Adam Bolt
This episode I talk too Adam Bolt
From EBW to House of Pain
We discuss his work in TNT, Wrestle Carnival, WIN & WAW
The triple threat match in True Grit
being the first UK Pride champion and a lot more
Apr 11, 202401:04:47
Cowboy Tim Strange
I am joined by the Canadian Cowboy Tim Strange
we talk about the importance of Referee's to a match
know you're place on a card
Match placement
working for WAW & CXW
Big Men just throwing chops
and so much more
Apr 08, 202401:19:04
Fiery Aidan Sparx
I am joined by Fiery Aidan Sparx
From his days at EBW with Kris Travis to Training at Pursuit
Working with talent from Chris Masters to Paul London to Stixx
The tag team with Postie Malone called Fiery Delivery
Being an inspiration for others with Autism getting into wrestling
and much more
From his days at EBW with Kris Travis to Training at Pursuit
Working with talent from Chris Masters to Paul London to Stixx
The tag team with Postie Malone called Fiery Delivery
Being an inspiration for others with Autism getting into wrestling
and much more
Apr 04, 202401:13:03
Millennial Falcon James Grayson
This episode I am joined by The Millennial Falcon James Grayson
we talk about Future shock wrestling
Training with Sam Bailey, Lizzy Evo & Chris Ridgeway
Developing the Grayson character
sources of inspiration for the character
and loads more
Apr 02, 202401:03:57
Isaac North
I am joined by the monster Isaac North
(well, his chilled out alter ego)
we discuss the journey from crazy bass player to the monster in the ring
making women & children cry at a show
sources of inspiration from music to films to TV shows
The variety in Wrestling shows and how it's like music genres
and more
Mar 28, 202401:06:40
Side Talk
Ash & Scott are here with a brand new series under the WTLS umbrella, Side Talk is a show reviewing and recapping pro wrestling as a whole and it will be coming monthly!
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Mar 23, 202401:12:19
Joey Cement
This episode I am joined by Joey Cement
At 17 he has nearly 9 years of in ring training so before his 18 birthday we look back on his journey so far before the next chapter
From House of Pain to WiN & True Grit
working with MegaSlam
picking the brains of Robbie X, RJ Singh & Martin Kirby
Getting a hug from Stixx
and much more
Mar 22, 202401:03:44
iWillBurnArt
I am joined by Simon aka iWillburnArt
We discuss his photography journey into Wrestling shows from music gigs
From NGW to BWR & RISE
The important moments to capture during a show, developing the iWillburnArt style
working at 1PW and the talent there
and much more
Mar 20, 202401:05:35
Gunnar Rig
we're back in the North East as I chat to Gunnar Rig
From training with Rampage Brown, HT Drake & Screw face
From a leathery inspiration for his name
The thinking behind his Mask
The Evolution of his character
winning Titles
Top 5 horror films
and much more
Mar 14, 202401:05:59
Big Lou Nixon
This episode I talk to Big Lou Nixon
we talk about being Rise European Death match Champion
wrestling Matt Riddle at Bloodsport this year
Wrestling Drake Younger and doing numerous shows in America
Being part of a group of guys elevating the DeathMatch scene in the UK
Training with Rampage
and much more
we talk about being Rise European Death match Champion
wrestling Matt Riddle at Bloodsport this year
Wrestling Drake Younger and doing numerous shows in America
Being part of a group of guys elevating the DeathMatch scene in the UK
Training with Rampage
and much more
Mar 12, 202401:02:31
Billy O'Keefe
In this episode I am joined by Billy O'Keefe
We discuss him starting at UKW to training at the Temple with Sean Only
His work at True Grit Wrestling and being Blackheart champion
From working face & heel and the difference from working high flying to technical
and much more
Mar 07, 202401:08:49
Comic Book Ep 1
I am Joined by Jack Bandicoot, Joe Wade & Ellis Barker for this special episode
There's no Wrestling this ep people, we're here to talk Comics.
From Batman to Spider-Man
The current TMNT run
Best trades to read. Good films bad films. The MCU
Scott Pilgrim & Sin City
who's got the best Rogue Gallery?
and a ton more
Feb 21, 202401:06:35
Tidal Wrestling
I am joined by Taj as we discuss all things Tidal Wrestling
From the Champions Scotty Rawk & Nina Samuels
The Iron Will Tournament this month in London
Spike Trivet, Adonis Payne, Artemis, Vusyk & Sam Gradwell
and much much more
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Feb 16, 202401:04:02
Postie Malone
I am joined by Postie Malone
we discuss PPW, CWE, Fight factory and other promotions
How he came up with the Postie character
The parcel spot at First Pursuit
Raising money for Sheffield Children's Hospital
and much more
if you would like to help with the Sheffield Children's Hospital charity please Contact Postie on his Instagram or contact PPW via their website or Socials
we discuss PPW, CWE, Fight factory and other promotions
How he came up with the Postie character
The parcel spot at First Pursuit
Raising money for Sheffield Children's Hospital
and much more
if you would like to help with the Sheffield Children's Hospital charity please Contact Postie on his Instagram or contact PPW via their website or Socials
Feb 13, 202401:03:36
KOTR 97
we are back looking at Wrestling in 97
This time it's King of the Ring
I am joined by JC as we look back at WWFs June offering
The KOTR tournament ft Ahmed Johnson Jerry Lawler HHH & Mankind
Hart Foundation vs LOD & Sid
Austin vs HBK
Undertaker vs Farooq
was it any good? Let us tell you
Feb 04, 202401:26:43
Priscilla QOTR
work The Left Side
Ep 136 - Priscilla QOTR
The Award WINNING Priscilla joins me as we discuss
🎙️The Blackmail Technique
🎙️ Wholesomeness of Good guy vs Bad guy
🎙️Innovative Slaps
🎙️The Fans
🎙️That True Grit Wrestling match against HT Drake
And honestly so much more & a beef Wellington
Sponsored by JLT's Sports & Holistic Therapies & FastCount Clothing
Part of Wrestling With Johners
Feb 01, 202401:09:16
Iestyn Rees
I am joined by Iestyn Rees as we discuss his journey in Wrestling
from his debut in 2006 to the Gauntlet of God's next month at Sovereign Pro Wrestling
learning from Al Snow, being in the ring with Cody Rhodes and getting feedback from Scott Hall
Relaunching World of Sport and what went wrong
putting the Professional in Professional wrestling
and much more
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from his debut in 2006 to the Gauntlet of God's next month at Sovereign Pro Wrestling
learning from Al Snow, being in the ring with Cody Rhodes and getting feedback from Scott Hall
Relaunching World of Sport and what went wrong
putting the Professional in Professional wrestling
and much more
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Jan 26, 202401:03:17
Mark Ashley Films
work The Left Side
Ep 134 - Mark Ashley Films
Had a lot of fun doing this episode, we discuss
🎙️Getting started at Fight Factory Wrestling UK
🎙️ British Wrestling Revolution
🎙️That promotion we don't talk about, cough 1PW cough
🎙️How less is sometimes more
🎙️His appreciation of myles kayman
& More
Sponsored by JLT's Sports & Holistic Therapies & FastCount Clothing
Part of Wrestling With Johners
Jan 25, 202401:07:33
Gareth Angel
I am joined by Gareth Angel as we talk about GTM/Kingdom Wrestling
it all starts back with BWA to now
registering as a charity, helping people in the community
Baptisms & BodySlams
Getting the interest of BBC ONE & SKY TV
whatever your religious view. If you love wrestling this is a very interesting conversation
Jan 18, 202401:05:33
Odyssey
I am Joined by Ethan and we discuss Odyssey Pro Wrestling
From the importance of good story telling
To the awesomeness of the Morecambe crowd as well as the history of wrestling in the area
looking at the upcoming show Overboard
and much more
From the importance of good story telling
To the awesomeness of the Morecambe crowd as well as the history of wrestling in the area
looking at the upcoming show Overboard
and much more
Jan 16, 202401:07:44
ZiZi
I am joined by ZiZi
From training at House of Pain to challenging for the True Grit Womens Title
working at Wrestling in Newcastle and EVE
Getting an invitation from D'Lo Brown to go train in Las Vegas
and much more
From training at House of Pain to challenging for the True Grit Womens Title
working at Wrestling in Newcastle and EVE
Getting an invitation from D'Lo Brown to go train in Las Vegas
and much more
Jan 12, 202401:01:03
Sean Only
I am joined by the one and only Sean Only
we discuss his Open Challenge at True Grit Wrestling
Training the new stars at Wrestle Islands Temple
Being involved in BlackHeart Wrestling and Kingdom
The numerous story arcs within a match and much more
we discuss his Open Challenge at True Grit Wrestling
Training the new stars at Wrestle Islands Temple
Being involved in BlackHeart Wrestling and Kingdom
The numerous story arcs within a match and much more
Jan 10, 202401:05:56
Sovereign Pro Wrestling
I am joined by Shotty Horroh. one of the owners of Sovereign Pro Wrestling
we look at SovPros first 15 months in business
from timing issues at first couple of shows & learning from those mistakes
The Amazing roster SovPro have and the quality & quantity of British Wrestling right now
Building the Sovereign Nation
and much much more
Jan 04, 202401:04:10
WTLS 2023 Awards
Myself, Johners, James & Mick discuss the winners & Nominees of the WTLS 2023 Awards
it's a great look at the depth of quality we as fans have in British Wrestling from Promotions like North SovPro BWR TGW etc
To talent from Leon Slater Scotty Rawk Robbie X Lizzy Evo Rhio Harley Hudson to stars of the future such as Ian Skinner ZiZi Leah Raven and Tony Wright
Dec 28, 202301:05:22
Sandy Beeches
I am joined by Referee Sandy Beeches
we talk about her journey into the Business
The Simba spot at the most recent TGW show
learning her trade at Pursuit
Working Planet Wrestling
The importance of a Good Ref and making sure they look like legit Authority figures
and much more
we talk about her journey into the Business
The Simba spot at the most recent TGW show
learning her trade at Pursuit
Working Planet Wrestling
The importance of a Good Ref and making sure they look like legit Authority figures
and much more
Dec 17, 202301:01:05
Brandon Butcher
I am joined by Brandon Butcher and we discuss starting off in EVO, working BWR and Tidal shows
Pursuit Pro Wrestling
The awesomeness that is Scotty Rawk
we may sidebar into Comic Book stuff as well
and tons more
Had a blast on this ep so please enjoy
Pursuit Pro Wrestling
The awesomeness that is Scotty Rawk
we may sidebar into Comic Book stuff as well
and tons more
Had a blast on this ep so please enjoy
Dec 17, 202301:05:27
Radu Bulat
I am joined by Radu Bulat
we talk all things from PPW to EBW to DeathMatches in Leeds and the greatest DeathMatch wrestlers ever.
How he developed his character and the Three Amigos Count spot
important life lessons like "couple of Aspirins and grit your teeth"
and more
we talk all things from PPW to EBW to DeathMatches in Leeds and the greatest DeathMatch wrestlers ever.
How he developed his character and the Three Amigos Count spot
important life lessons like "couple of Aspirins and grit your teeth"
and more
Dec 12, 202359:44
TGW Jacobs Ladder
Myself Wrestling Jebus Logan & Bobby Cash sit down and look back atTGW Jacobs Ladder
was it any good? who are the new tag champs?
who won a title shot? Did NashBoat finally win?
Dec 01, 202301:14:36
Ellis Barker
in this episode I sit down with Ellis Barker
we talk about his recent trip to Mexico
being a student of the game
structuring a show
Blackheart Wrestling
Pursuit Wrestling
Planet Wrestling
and much more
we talk about his recent trip to Mexico
being a student of the game
structuring a show
Blackheart Wrestling
Pursuit Wrestling
Planet Wrestling
and much more
Nov 26, 202301:02:40
Simon Hill
This episode I am joined by
2x presenter of the year award nominee
award winning Radio presenter
FutureShock Commentator
Simon Hill
join us as we discuss his love of wrestling
How he got into the Business
Training at FutureShock
The secret to being one of the best commentators in the country
and more
2x presenter of the year award nominee
award winning Radio presenter
FutureShock Commentator
Simon Hill
join us as we discuss his love of wrestling
How he got into the Business
Training at FutureShock
The secret to being one of the best commentators in the country
and more
Nov 21, 202301:07:19
Prince Pele
This week I'm joined by FutureShock Graduate Prince Pele
we discuss training with Sam Bailey, Chris Ridgeway & Lizzy Evo
Working outside of FS
The Scottish Wrestling scene
The Importance of using Social Media
and much more
Nov 20, 202301:02:13
Bobby Cash
join us as we sit down and chat with The Bobby Cash
from his start at GPW to Great Bear Wrestling with ZSJ, Pete Dunne, Toni Storm and Tegan Nox
Working Heel at HXC
Time away from the Business to his eventual return to True Grit Wrestling Rise and Planet Wrestling
it's been an awesome journey with plenty of characters met
from his start at GPW to Great Bear Wrestling with ZSJ, Pete Dunne, Toni Storm and Tegan Nox
Working Heel at HXC
Time away from the Business to his eventual return to True Grit Wrestling Rise and Planet Wrestling
it's been an awesome journey with plenty of characters met
Nov 15, 202301:23:14
Hard Man Dan HMD
This week I chatted with Hard Man Dan
from his start at NGW. Training with Nathan Cruz
To training at Pursuit, his match against Jack Maxwell and how Rogan helped a young HMD
This was a great episode to record
His enthusiasm and love of wrestling is awesome and you can't help but smile
from his start at NGW. Training with Nathan Cruz
To training at Pursuit, his match against Jack Maxwell and how Rogan helped a young HMD
This was a great episode to record
His enthusiasm and love of wrestling is awesome and you can't help but smile
Nov 06, 202301:03:00
The MusicMan
This week I am joined by PPW Champion
The MusicMan
we sit down and his journey into wrestling from NGW to Pursuit
His collection of Hasbro figures and a completed WWF old school sticker book
what's next for the champ?
Dream matches
Top 5 wrestling themes
and much more
The MusicMan
we sit down and his journey into wrestling from NGW to Pursuit
His collection of Hasbro figures and a completed WWF old school sticker book
what's next for the champ?
Dream matches
Top 5 wrestling themes
and much more
Oct 30, 202358:30
Big Hoss Rogan
I am joined by The Big Hoss Rogan
One half of Reece & Rogan
We talk about. wrestling at Fight Factory, Tidal, BWR, North and Odyssey
We also discuss his journey into wrestling
The forming of a tag team and working Face in Tidal
and much more
Oct 20, 202356:16
Josh Galla
I sit down with Future shock/Wrestle Island trainee Josh Galla
we talk about his journey into wrestling
developing a style inside the ring
working as face or heel
singles Vs Tag Team matches
and much more
we talk about his journey into wrestling
developing a style inside the ring
working as face or heel
singles Vs Tag Team matches
and much more
Oct 20, 202359:56
Adam Copeland in AEW
Ash joins me as we discuss The Rated R Superstar in AEW
Potential matches, bookings, feud's
The positivity of the situation
we do sidebar into other things such as the awesomeness of the ZSJ Vs Danielson match and pepsi Phil may get a mention of two
Potential matches, bookings, feud's
The positivity of the situation
we do sidebar into other things such as the awesomeness of the ZSJ Vs Danielson match and pepsi Phil may get a mention of two
Oct 09, 202350:31
Supersonic Sammy Blue
I am joined this week by Sammy Blue
we discuss training at Wrestle Island
Being mentored by Sean Only
working with Martin Kirby
Facing Sean at Blackheart wrestling
Representing his community in the ring and much more
we discuss training at Wrestle Island
Being mentored by Sean Only
working with Martin Kirby
Facing Sean at Blackheart wrestling
Representing his community in the ring and much more
Oct 09, 202301:02:22
First Pursuit Review
Spoiler alert between 15:50-16:00 minutes. Black Kemper match.
Right now that's been advised
Join me as I chat to Wrestling Jebus and Lawson
They Review last Saturday's First Pursuit show as I ask random questions about it.
Show is being uploaded by Pursuit on Sunday 1sr October to their YouTube channel
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Right now that's been advised
Join me as I chat to Wrestling Jebus and Lawson
They Review last Saturday's First Pursuit show as I ask random questions about it.
Show is being uploaded by Pursuit on Sunday 1sr October to their YouTube channel
Subscribe now
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Sep 30, 202352:34
Ref Lee Thomas
I am joined by Referee Lee Thomas
we discuss just what a Ref has to do during the shows and believe it's not as easy as counting to 3 or 10
positioning, reactions time keeping etc
Having worked in 20 promotions Lee has tons of experience and we talk in full about the role
we discuss just what a Ref has to do during the shows and believe it's not as easy as counting to 3 or 10
positioning, reactions time keeping etc
Having worked in 20 promotions Lee has tons of experience and we talk in full about the role
Sep 30, 202359:33
Netflix Wrestlers Review
Myself & Ash sit down and talk about Wrestlers
was it any good ?
what did we like?
what didn't we like?
etc
spoiler alert, I loved it but let's see what Ash thought
Sep 30, 202335:15
Revenge of the Taker
myself and JC look at WWF Revenge of the Taker from 1997
Hart & Bulldog Vs LoD
Rocky Mavia Vs Savio Vega
Jesse James Vs RockaBilly Gunn
Mankind Vs Undertaker
Austin Vs Bret Hart
Was it any good?
watch the ep & find out...
Sep 30, 202301:00:52
First Pursuit Hype
myself and Wrestling Jebus look forward to Pursuits first general admission show First Pursuit
ft talent such as Liam Slater, Leon Slater, Kemper, Jet Martial, Vusyk, Joe Wade, Crash Boat, Nathan Black, Jay Vertigo, Joe Kesler, Jack Maxwell, Hardman Dan, Axl the Klown and many more
ft talent such as Liam Slater, Leon Slater, Kemper, Jet Martial, Vusyk, Joe Wade, Crash Boat, Nathan Black, Jay Vertigo, Joe Kesler, Jack Maxwell, Hardman Dan, Axl the Klown and many more
Sep 21, 202350:10
Joe Wade
This week I chat to Goth Boy Joe Wade
we talk about True Grit Wrestling, North, Tidal and Pursuit
developing the Goth Boy character
and much more
we talk about True Grit Wrestling, North, Tidal and Pursuit
developing the Goth Boy character
and much more
Sep 18, 202356:20