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Dean Connell opens up about a life built on the doors, the debt, and the code of the street - from drinking in Basildon pubs at fifteen to becoming one of the most feared debt collectors in the UK.What started on the club doors of Essex in the early 90s - nights at Raquel's, working for Mick Kelly, watching a world of glass, crack, and chaos unfold around him - became a decade-long career chasing down people who thought they could walk away from what they owed. Professional knockers. Dodgy developers. Builders who liquidated companies to shaft electricians and plasterers out of tens of thousands.He'd seen it all, and he knew how to get a result -not through bullying, but through showing up, knowing the paperwork, and making it clear the conversation wasn't optional. But behind the reputation was a man with a strict moral compass - one who'd walk away from a genuine hard-luck case, but wouldn't blink at a millionaire hiding behind a liquidation while a Ferrari sat on the drive. He talks about the partner who never raised his voice and never needed to, the code that separated real fellas from the rest, and the moments that stick with you when you've spent years knocking on doors the world didn't want opened.Now older, calmer, and content, he reflects on what it means to get through a life like that with your principles intact - still doing favours, still putting principle over money, still surrounded by the people who matter.This is the eventful life of Mr Dean Connell. 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.

West Ham TV has become one of the most recognisable fan channels in football, giving supporters a voice through some of the club's most turbulent years. What started as a passion project has grown into a platform followed by thousands of fans, documenting the highs, lows and controversies surrounding West Ham United.In this conversation, the team behind West Ham TV, Nicky Hawkins & Dan Lawless reflect on the club's dramatic decline, the move from Upton Park to the London Stadium, their frustrations with the ownership of David Sullivan, and the growing disconnect between the club and its supporters. They share personal stories from years spent covering West Ham, discuss confrontations, criticism and the realities of fan media, while offering an honest assessment of the club's current direction.From unforgettable European nights to fears of relegation, this is a raw and passionate discussion about what it means to support West Ham United through good times and bad.This is the eventful life of Nicky Hawkins & Dan Lawless (West Ham TV)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.

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.

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.Why keeping the same number since 1995 and never sending an email has worked for 30 yearsThe difference between chasing attention on platforms and building real relationshipsWhy your contacts are yours to keep and why sharing them is your biggest superpowerHow picking up the phone beats any email, DM or out-of-office replyWhy keeping it simple, showing up and taking a genuine interest is still the most powerful business move you can makeIf 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.

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.

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.Why everyone has a story worth telling and why most people hold it backThe real side of building a business that nobody talks about publiclyWhy your battle scars build more trust than any polished post ever willShowing up every day even when people are watching and laughingHow getting on a podcast and putting yourself front and centre opens doorsIf 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.

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.

If AI can do everything, what actually makes you valuable? Founder Dodge Woodall gives his 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 be your biggest business move.Why a ChatGPT CV makes Dodge cringe and what he looks for insteadThe soft skills that are becoming more valuable than ever in the age of AIWhy emotional intelligence and genuine curiosity are your biggest business assetsBuilding multiple income streams and not relying on anyone else to save youIf 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.

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.

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 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.How to stay true to yourself as your business grows around youWhy curiosity and moving fast will always beat following a rigid planThe danger of scaling up too quickly and how to manage the pressureEmbracing discomfort as a sign you're growing in the right directionWhen to quit your job and go all in and how to know you're readyIf 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.

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.

Why do so many founders struggle to let go of control even when it's holding everything back? Founder Dodge Woodall gets into hiring people better than you, spotting an opportunity, building and selling a business he never planned, and why staying nimble beats having a plan.Dodge gets into the moment every business owner eventually faces, when what you've built starts to outgrow you. Dodge talks about letting go of control, hiring people who are better than you at the things you're not, and why the lifestyle business model beats chasing an empire. He also opens up about spotting a gap in the market during Covid, building and selling a business he never planned to start, and why curiosity and staying nimble will always take you further than having a rigid plan.Knowing when your business has outgrown you and what to do about itLetting go of control and hiring people better than you at the things you're notHow working alongside an entrepreneur beats any business degreeSpotting a gap in the market during Covid and building a business from scratchWhy curiosity, adaptability and staying nimble will always beat a rigid planIf 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.com Website: DodgeWoodall.comYouTube: Dodge Woodall Facebook: Dodge Woodall Instagram: @Dodge.Woodall TikTok: @DodgeWoodall LinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sean Standerwick opens up about building a wealth management business from £20 million to over £260 million, and the lessons learned along the way about money, discipline, and long-term thinking. What started as a traditional, hands-off advisory firm evolved into a modern, high-touch service built around ongoing relationships, smarter investing, and helping clients actually understand how to build real wealth. At its core, it’s not just about numbers - it’s about financial peace of mind, structure, and making better decisions early.But behind the growth is a much bigger conversation around the realities of money in the UK today. From rising taxes and shrinking allowances to the pressure on business owners and high earners, Sean breaks down how the landscape has shifted - and why so many people are unknowingly leaving money on the table. Simple habits like using ISAs, pensions, and tax-efficient strategies become the difference between stagnation and serious long-term wealth.Alongside this is a deeply personal journey - navigating a complex family management buyout, balancing business with life, and dealing with the emotional weight of taking over something built by a parent. What followed was a year and a half of intense negotiation, pressure, and growth - ultimately reshaping not just the business, but relationships and perspective.Now, Sean focuses on helping entrepreneurs and founders build wealth the right way - starting early, thinking long-term, and avoiding the common mistakes that cost people years. It’s a grounded look at money, business, and the habits that quietly separate those who build lasting wealth from those who don’t.This is the eventful life of Sean Standerwick. If you’re a Founder and would like to come on the podcast then you can apply on the link here 👉 DodgeWoodall.com/guestInstagram: @SeanStanderwick & @MLPWealthLinkedIn: @SeanStanderwickWebsite: https://www.mlpwealth.co.uk/news/15-years-since-taking-over-the-business-a-conversation-with-senAll 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.