Industry Insiders
435 - EMMA PATON - 'The Face of Darts', Embarrassing MVG Moment and A Personal Invitation From Triple H
After sacrificing her social life and working gruelling hours for 7 years before even getting a chance on the big screen, Emma proves that a combination of skill and determination is essential to making it big. She delves into her failed screen tests, the one question that led her to flop her first interview with the boss of Sky Sports News, and how a personal invite from wrestler Triple H snowballed into Emma landing her dream role.
Plus Dan Dawson's dodgy on-air comment, how she managed to embarrass herself in front of Michael van Gerwen, and her prediction for the winner of the World Champs!
419 - SMITHY - Meeting Messi, Franky Fryer, and Diabetes Diagnosis
We of course chat about his Soccer AM characters Baby Elvis and Franky Fryer! Smithy also opens up about his type 1 diabetes diagnosis, the surprising ways that it affects his daily life, and Jaack has an important message to share on behalf of his sister.
369 - Tour Manager John - Industry Secrets, Celeb Stories and Touring With KSI
John shares how he accidentally fell into theatre after being hired by a drunk man, his favourite celebs to tour with, the worst things about tour life, and the biggest names in his phonebook. Plus his REAL first impression of the Happy Hour boys…
339 - LAURA WOODS - UK's Top Presenter Talks Darts and Live TV Mistakes
Laura Woods joins the boys today to share her journey from working as a runner at Sky to becoming one of the best sports presenters in the country! She’s offering top tips for aspiring presenters, including how to get comfortable in front of the camera, how to find your own voice and what to do when something goes wrong! She’s also telling us about her Christmas plans (of course) and she’s reacting to a load of famous names, including Akinfenwa, Gary Neville and Jack Grealish!
332 - DANNY D II - Top Male Porn Star Shares More Hilarious Stories
When Danny D first came on the podcast back in February he instantly became one of our most popular guests ever, so we’re buzzing to have him back to ask him even more ridiculous questions about the world of porn and sex (and a bit about Christmas of course). This time he’s revealing what porn award ceremonies are like, sharing some ridiculous porn storylines he’s worked on and opening up about what it was like to work with Elle Brooke! He’s also talking about STI’s, beef in the industry, meeting fans and whether he has ever had an orgasm in a soft play area or fucked his mattress. All the usual stuff. Enjoy!
296 - EDDIE HEARN - KSI, Jake Paul, AJ vs Fury and No Context Hearn
Boxing promoter and meme icon Eddie Hearn joins us this week for an incredibly open and honest interview (mainly about ice baths...). He reveals how big the purse would have to be to fight internet plonker Jake Paul, whether any of the YouTube boxers actually shape up to the professionals and the future of AJ's career! Oh, and of course we asked him to react to plenty of his memes. He also opens up about us about his childhood, what it’s like to grow up with a famous father and exactly what he thinks of Tyson Fury…
276 - STUART JONES II - Beta Squad Manager Reveals Industry Secrets
Today the boys are joined for a second time by Stuart Jones, who manages the Beta Squad and is the agent for Jack and the Sidemen. He’s revealing industry secrets, including the biggest deal he’s ever done, how creators can determine what they’re worth and he’s giving us the inside scoop on Chunkz’ new TV show and Astrid Wett’s upcoming boxing match!
257 - STEVEN BARTLETT - How He Became A Multi-Millionaire, Molly Mae's 24 Hours and Dragons Den
Steven Bartlett joins us to share his phenomenal journey from humble beginnings to multi-millionaire! He opens up about forging his GCSE results, dropping out of university and going on to launch Social Chain. He’s also telling us how he became the youngest ever dragon on Dragons’ Den and he’s telling us exactly what he thinks about his interviews with Molly-Mae and Matt Hancock!
252 - DANNY D - Britain's Top Male Porn Star Shares Porn Secrets
Jack and Stevie are joined by porn star and adult performer, Danny D - and they have A LOT of questions for him. Are fluffers a real thing? Does the camera crew ever get involved? What’s it actually like on a porn set?! Danny’s really open about how he got into the industry, what the perks are, what the worst parts are and his most embarrassing experiences. He’s also dispelling common myths about the industry, sharing funny stories from being recognised in public and offering his tips for budding performers.
213 - DEBORAH MEADEN - Dragons Den Secrets and How She Made Her Fortune
Today we’re joined by Dragons' Den legend, Deborah Meaden! She’s on the show to discuss how she made her millions, including her failures and successes along the way. She’s also opening up about what it’s like to be on Dragons' Den, the best and worst pitches she's heard and what makes her go for an investment. Plus, Jack and Stevie are pitching their very own business ideas!
211 - LIAM CHIVERS - KSI's Manager Reveals Crazy Industry Secrets About YouTube
Liam Chivers manages some of the biggest YouTubers in the UK, including KSI, the Sidemen, Ali-A and Joe Weller. On today’s episode he’s revealing how he pioneered male influencers and secured some of the very first brand deals on YouTube. He’s also the man responsible for a lot of the YouTube boxing scene, so he’s giving us a load of behind the scenes information about KSI’s fights and how he got AnEsonGib’s draw overturned at Social Gloves. This one is essential listening for those of you interested in the business side of YouTube!
205 - KONSTANTIN - Sidemen's Cameraman Revelas Sidemen Secrets
Today we’re in the studio with Konstantin, one of YouTube’s most respected videographers! He’s the cameraman behind most of your favourite Sidemen videos and he’s shot a load of music videos too. He’s giving us the behind the scenes dirt on what it’s like to shoot with the boys and how he got the job in the first place. We also hear about some of the stuff that gets cut, how he prepares for a video and he’s telling us about his Russian heritage. Enjoy!
116 - KRISTIAN STURT - YouTube Manager Reveals Secrets About The Biggest YouTube Event Scam
On today’s episode we’re joined by Kristian Sturt, who runs an influencer marketing and talent agency. He told us what he looks for when he’s signing someone, how he got into the industry and gave us some insight into how he makes money from Youtubers. He also gave us the truth about what really happened with Fame MMA, a Youtuber boxing event that went horribly wrong last December. Plus, we discuss Kavos’s content (who's managed by Kristian), Jack’s sitcom and how Stevie can get that much deserved popcorn brand deal. If you enjoyed the episode with Harry Hugo, you might like this one!
077 - HARY HUGO - Businessman Shares Insider Secrets About YouTube
For this week’s Happy Hour, Jack and Stevie are joined by entrepreneur Harry Hugo, who has unbelievable behind the scenes knowledge of Youtube! He came on the show to explain the inner workings of YouTube, including how YouTubers are making money these days, how creators are having to change their image and what it’s like to secure huge brand deals. If that wasn’t enough, he also ran Cristiano Ronaldo’s social media for two years. Mental. This is the perfect place to find out what your favourite creators are really like when the cameras aren’t rolling! Hugo’s your man. Don’t miss it.
075 - JOHN DAWKINS - Tom Grennan's Manager Shares Music Industry Secrets
On this week’s Happy Hour we’re joined by music manager John Dawkins! He’s worked alongside number one band The Enemy, has hung out with the Gallaghers, and considers Tom Grennan a brother. On this episode he shares stories about what it’s like to work in the music industry, and dishes some serious gossip on the sex, drugs and rock n roll that comes with it! He’s also got a big confession which he’s kept a secret for fifteen years. Not to be missed!
052 - STUART JONES - KSI's Promoter on Why Jake Paul is Worse Than Logan, KSI vs Logan 2 and more!
This week Stuart Jones (manager of KSI, the Sidemen and more) drops by to reveal all about what it's like to work with YouTubers, why Jake Paul is much worse than Logan, just how terrible Logan's team are, and much more. Stuart claims the Challenger Games idea was stolen from him - and here's how!