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We launched the podcast in 2020 and have interviewed 350+ guests. We have three shows under one umbrella. . We are in the Top 0.5% of podcasts globally, listened to in 187 countries & had 100M+ Views. . EVENTFUL LIVES This show is pure entertainment with guests from - SAS, Sports Stars, Comedians, Ex Police, Music Legends, Club Promoters & Criminal Underworld. . FOUNDER This show is 100% business with guests from - Daniel Priestley, James Sinclair, Barry Hearn & James Smith. . ASK DODGE Dodge also does a weekly Friday special where he sits on the other side of the table, giving real and raw chat about what it's really like to take big risks whilst juggling all the pressures. . Guest - https://dodgewoodall.com/guest . Website : DodgeWoodall.com . LinkedIn : Dodge Woodall . YouTube : Dodge Woodall . Facebook: Dodge Woodall . Instagram : @Dodge.Woodall . TikTok: @DodgeWoodall . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 12, 202632 min

ASK DODGE #11. This Is The Biggest Investment In Your Business

Why do the founders who make it keep going even when nobody's watching and nothing seems to be working? Founder Dodge Woodall gets into the unseen return of just keeping going, and why your self-development is the biggest reward you're not counting.Dodge gets into the part of business nobody talks about, the messy middle, when it's relentless, unrewarding, and no one's watching, but you're still showing up. Dodge talks about the night he opened a club, invited everyone, and nobody came, why spreading your bets protects everything you've built, and why the return you're not counting your own growth and self-development is the biggest reward in business.An episode for anyone who's in it right now and wondering if it's ever going to work.If you're a Founder and would like to come on the podcast, then you can apply on the link here 👉 DodgeWoodall.com/guestAll Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 10, 20261 hr 6 min

FOUNDER #23. £9M Royal Marine Commando’s Security Firm - Eddie Gilmour

Eddie Gilmour built one of the UK's leading luxury security businesses, growing it from a start-up venture into a £9 million operation protecting high-profile clients, luxury retailers, VIPs and valuable assets across the country.But behind the success lies a story of sacrifice, resilience and relentless determination.Raised in a tough environment, Eddie joined the Royal Marines before embarking on a distinguished career as a detective, specialising in covert surveillance, organised crime investigations and national security. After nearly two decades in policing, he took the risk of leaving behind a secure career to build a business of his own. The journey was far from easy. The 2008 financial crisis devastated his first venture, forcing him to rebuild from scratch. Years of pressure, financial uncertainty and constant travel took a heavy toll, contributing to two heart attacks while growing the company. Throughout it all, he remained driven by a desire to provide for his family and create something lasting for the next generation.Today, alongside his son and daughter, Eddie leads a highly respected security business staffed by former Special Forces operators, detectives and security professionals.As the company enters its next phase of growth, he reflects on entrepreneurship, leadership, family, health, and the lessons learned from spending a lifetime operating in some of the most demanding environments imaginable.This is the story of Mr Eddie Gilmour. All Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 5, 202629 min

ASK DODGE #10. Your Network Is Closer Than You Think

What if the most powerful business tool you own is the phone already in your pocket? Founder Dodge Woodall gets into why he's kept the same number since 1995, never sent an email in 30 years, and why your contacts are yours to keep.Dodge gets into owning your relationships in business. Dodge talks about why he's kept the same phone number since 1995, why he's never sent an email in 30 years, and how your phone can open more doors than you think. The difference between chasing attention and building real connections, and why your contacts are yours to keep. Practical, honest, and a reminder that the simplest things in business are often the most powerful.If you're a Founder and would like to come on the podcast, then you can apply on the link here 👉 DodgeWoodall.com/guestAll Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 3, 20261 hr 2 min

#343. The UK's Hardest Man, 13 Years Sentence & Prison Gangs - Big Stacks

Charlie Robert "Big Stacks" became an internet sensation after a joke video declaring himself the "UK's Hardest Man" spiralled into a viral phenomenon. What started as comedy quickly attracted fighters, influencers and millions of viewers, turning him into one of social media's most recognisable characters.But behind the viral clips lies a troubled past. Growing up on a council estate, Charlie spent years involved in crime, violence and prison, accumulating dozens of arrests and multiple jail sentences before eventually deciding to change direction. Now focused on boxing, content creation and building a better future, he reflects on the lessons learned from a chaotic upbringing, the pressures of internet fame, and his ambition to use his experiences to help others avoid the mistakes he made.This is the eventful life of Charlie Robert "Big Stacks"All Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 29, 202631 min

ASK DODGE #9. Your Story Is Your Superpower in Business

Why do so many founders think their story isn't worth telling? Dodge Woodall gives his straight-talking take on dropping the front, showing up even when people are laughing, and why the hard parts of your journey are your biggest business asset.Dodge gets into why telling your real story, the hard parts, the chaos, the moments you nearly lost everything, is the most powerful thing any business owner can do. Dodge talks about why people hold back, why dropping the front builds more trust than any polished post, and why the ones who just kept showing up even when people were laughing are the ones who made it. An episode for anyone who thinks their story isn't worth telling.If you're a Founder and would like to come on the podcast, then you can apply on the link here 👉 DodgeWoodall.com/guestAll Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 27, 20261 hr 8 min

#342. Mi5 Spy Breaks Silence on Britain’s Secret War on Terror - Mike Bates

Mike Bates opens up about two decades spent on the frontline of Britain’s counter-terror operations - from the aftermath of 7/7 and the Manchester Arena bombing to covert surveillance, terror networks, and life inside one of the country’s most secretive worlds. Living a double life, Mike reflects on the pressure of stopping attacks before they happened, the psychological toll of the job, and the brutal realities he witnessed during the war on terror.But behind the mission was a man battling trauma, identity, and loss. Mike speaks openly about nearly losing his son, leaving the world that defined him, rowing solo across the Atlantic for charity, and the legal battle surrounding the release of his book. It’s a powerful look at service, resilience, sacrifice, and the cost of living in the shadows.This is the eventful life of Mr Mike Bates. All Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 22, 202625 min

ASK DODGE #8. Why Relationships Beat Everything in Business

If AI can do everything, what actually makes you valuable? Founder Dodge Woodall gives his straight-talking take on why your personality, your presence, and your ability to connect are the one thing no algorithm will ever replace.Dodge and Mark dig into one of the biggest questions in business right now if AI can do everything, what makes you valuable? From cringing at ChatGPT CVs to the real story of how Olly's bravery in a room changed everything, Dodge gives his straight talking take on why your personality, your presence and your ability to truly connect with people is the one thing no algorithm will ever replace. In a world where the work is getting easier, the effort is shifting to how you show up, and that could beyour biggest business move.If you're a Founder and would like to come on the podcast, then you can apply on the link here 👉 DodgeWoodall.com/guestAll Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 20, 20261 hr 24 min

FOUNDER #22. From 90s Rave Promoter to Multi-Million Yacht Company - Kevin Viles

Kevin Viles opens up about the journey that took him from painting ships and taking risks abroad to building relationships inside the world of billionaires, investors and multi-billion-pound superyacht companies. From working on naval frigates and ferries to landing life-changing opportunities in Dubai, Kevin reflects on the graft, hustle and instincts that helped him break into one of the most exclusive industries in the world.But behind the business deals and luxury lifestyle was a story shaped by pressure, loyalty, setbacks and sacrifice. Kevin speaks honestly about sleeping rough, taking jobs that didn’t feel right, raising millions in funding, and the emotional weight that comes when business and personal relationships become intertwined. He shares stories of travelling the world, building close bonds that became like family, navigating high-stakes negotiations, and learning how quickly trust can be tested when serious money is involved.He also reflects on the friendships and mentors that changed his life, the moments that nearly broke him, and the mentality it took to keep moving forward when everything was uncertain. From teenage fundraising events and humble beginnings to the pressure of scaling major projects and chasing global opportunities, it’s a raw look at ambition, resilience, brotherhood and what it really costs to build something from nothing.This is the eventful life of Kevin Viles.All Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 15, 202619 min

ASK DODGE #7. When to Quit Your Job and Go All In

How do you know when it's time to quit your job and go all in on your business? Founder Dodge Woodall gives his straight-talking take on business plans, staying true to yourself as you grow, and why looking after your mind is the most underrated thing any founder can do.Dodge answers questions from listeners tackling the real pressures of building a business right now, from staying true to yourself as things grow, to whether a business plan actually matters, to knowing when to go all in and quit your job. Dodge gives his straight-talking take on why curiosity and speed beat any plan, why being uncomfortable means you're on the right track, and why looking after your mind is the most underrated thing any business owner can do right now.If you're a Founder and would like to come on the podcast, then you can apply on the link here 👉 DodgeWoodall.com/guestAll Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 13, 20261 hr 26 min

#341. Whistleblower on British Police Corruption - Chris Amey

Chris Amey opens up about three decades in policing - from joining the Met in the early nineties to dealing with football hooliganism, riots, major events, and the changing face of the force. From Chelsea, Millwall, West Ham and Tottenham clashes to control rooms, CCTV, public order units and moments of real danger, he reflects on what it was like policing London when the streets could turn quickly.But behind the uniform was a career shaped by pressure, politics, trauma, and frustration. Chris speaks honestly about austerity, recruitment, falling standards, police pay, vetting failures, misconduct, PTSD, and why he believes modern policing has become fractured. He also reflects on high-profile cases, the Jill Dando murder, the London riots, and the officers he believes have been failed by the system.After leaving the Met for Dorset, Chris helped tackle crime in Boscombe before later facing his own battle inside the organisation he had served for almost thirty years. It’s a raw look at loyalty, leadership, public service, and what happens when the job changes beyond recognition.This is the eventful life of Chris Amey. All Enquiries - Hello@DodgeWoodall.comWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.