Dodge Woodall's Eventful Lives

Dave Courtney and Carlton Leach’s paths crossed many times throughout their years in the London criminal underworld. They have a shared history in the rave scene, old school security, and the inevitable drugs business that came with it. Dodge has brought them together to discuss everything from building their firms, gangland rivalries, their most dangerous moments, and the toughest brawlers they knew from an era of very handy doormen. Delving into the duo's biggest regrets and their thoughts on the state of crime as we know it today.Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eddie Whittingham is a former copper and qualified lawyer from Scunthorpe. But through hard work, a good idea, and a bit of luck, he managed to sell his startup in a multi-million pound exit.In 4 years, he went from working 9-5 to being a sole founder of a NASDAQ-listed company .He saw a gap in the cyber-security market, and executed a textbook entrepreneurial plan… despite never being a cyber security expert himself. Eddie now helps other founders reach their potential, and fast tracks their growth through his new venture, GoFounder. Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yammy B is the first guest in the history of this podcast to postpone a recording because he was busy returning from the dead. But that sums up Yammy’s eventful life. He has a long history of trauma, drug abuse, crime and violence, and as a prolific burglar he’s spent over 37 years of his life behind bars. He made a name for himself in the system, becoming one of the most feared and respected inmates, navigating decades of complicated prison politics and gang rivalries. He’s now free from prison and drugs, and ready for life on the straight and narrow.Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The reaction from the last episode I recorded with Becki Houlston has been unlike anything I’ve ever experienced.I’m still receiving messages from victims of narcissistic abuse today, over 5 months after the episode went live.I wanted to get Becki back on to talk about another of her specialist subjects: Trauma.As a life coach and therapist, Becki has heard it all, and this episode is full of powerful information for anyone who’s witnessed the immediate and long term effects of Trauma.If you need immediate support on any the issues discussed in this podcast, call Samaritans for free on 116 123Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The true ‘Rise of the Footsoldier’ is a story far more intense and shocking than the film franchise about Carlton Leach’s life.From his involvement in the notorious Inter City Firm, to his days building a name for himself in the criminal underworld, Carlton’s life has been dominated by extreme violence, hard drugs, and the infamous murders of his friends: the so-called ‘Essex Boys’. Carlton still has new insight into the truth behind the brutal crimes, paranoia, and wanting to honour his friends’ name nearly 30 years on.You can get hold of Carlton's Book on Amazon or find more info at CartlonLeach.com.Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As reality TV stars turned craft beer entrepreneurs, Harvey Armstrong and Sam Holmes, have made a splash on the brewing scene. Not wanting to miss a trick, they used their Made In Chelsea appearances to their advantage, putting their caffeinated lager, Prime Time, on national TV.From the first sip of their lager to the story of how they landed investment and distribution in some of the country's top bars and restaurants. They tell me about the challenges they faced along the way, and their vision for the future of craft beer.Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimmy Tippett Jr was born into a criminal family, and a life of crime was always on the cards.He grew up around some of the most notorious London Gangsters, including Charlie and Eddie Richardson, and got to know the ins and outs of the criminal underworld at an early age.With his Dad’s name and a black book of underworld connections, Jimmy himself became a notorious thief and gangland figure, going from stealing off the back of lorries to planning million pound diamond snatches.Jimmy is now putting his criminal life behind him, but has some big tales to tell in the meantime.Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’ve had many eye-opening conversations on this podcast over the years, but this episode has changed the way I look at the modern world forever.Andrew Wallis is CEO of Unseen, a UK-based organisation fighting against the global epidemic of modern day slavery and human trafficking.Andrew shares his inspiring journey of starting Unseen, and outlines the challenges facing the fight against these atrocities that are happening right here in every major town and city in the UK.The extent of the problem is shocking, and the details are horrific, but Andrew's passion and commitment to making a difference in the world is truly inspiring.Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 14 years in the Royal Marines, Oli Mason found himself going from throwing beer festivals in a town hall, to creating a fully formed family festival with none other than Bear Grylls.  Through a load of hard graft, and a little bit of naivety, Oli managed to secure a six figure sponsorship deal in year one, and the Gone Wild Festival was born.The story of the festival is filled with huge challenges, big mistakes and massive wins. It’s a fantastic example of the risks and rewards of the events industry.Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As part of the South London gang, G-street, Lewis Clark became a formidable drug dealer and armed robber from a young age. He experienced gang wars, stabbings, and even shootings.Following the same path of his Dad, Lewis found himself bouncing from youth offenders institutes to notorious prisons such as Belmarsh. In 2014 he was imprisoned for a violent armed robbery, with none other than his own father as a co-defendant.Lewis is now adapting to the world outside of the prison walls, rebuilding his life and inspiring others to go clean and avoid the only two outcomes of gang life: Prison or death  Website: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallLinkedIn: Dodge WoodallFacebook: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.