Leicester Lives Podcast

19/06/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #18

Part Two of JB in discussion with Johnny Strong - King Of The Doormen.

Hear some of the hilarious tales about the infamous ‘Leicester Crazy Gang’ and further anecdotes from controlling the bars and clubs of Leicester. We also finish the legendary story of how the Kray Twins were sent packing, when they tried to muscle in on the Leicester nighttime economy.

Another brilliant hour of listening to a man who really has, been there, seen it and done it.

In association with Igloo Staffing Solutions

Podcast available on Friday 21 June 2024 at 6.00pm

17/05/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #17

JB in discussion with Gazelle frontman, Ryan Dunn.

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode in conversation with Ryan Dunn, known to many as the frontman of Gazelle, and the finest musician this city has produ...

17/05/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #17

JB in conversation with Ryan Dunn, known to many as the frontman of Gazelle, and the finest musician this city has produced for a long while (if ever).

From growing up in Leicester with dreams of emulating his idols to topping the iTunes chart, being featured on Soccer AM and shooting videos with acting legend Stephen Graham.

Hear the background stories behind the legendary videos, the truth behind the live gigs and his future plans as he embarks upon a solo career.

Podcast drops on Friday 17 May 2024 at 6.00pm.

In association with Igloo Staffing Solutions

26/04/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #16

Derek Dahlarge
Resident DJ @ Manumission Ibiza
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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode in conversation with Derek Dahlarge, ex resident DJ at the infamous 1990s Ibiza superclub, Manumission.From growing u...

22/04/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #16

JB in conversation with Derek Dahlarge, ex resident DJ at the infamous 1990s Ibiza superclub, Manumission.

From growing up in Leicester to becoming a huge figure on the White Island.

Hear tales of the debauchery associated with Manumission, partying for three solid days & nights with Diego Maradona, living alongside a dozen New York st*****rs to surviving addiction and mental health issues as a result of his hedonistic lifestyle.

A brilliant hour of listening to another fascinating character from these parts.

Podcast drops on Friday 26 April 2024 at 6.00pm.

In association with Igloo Staffing Solutions

19/04/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #15

JB in conversation with ex Coalville Town manager, Adam Stevens aka King Stevo.

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode in conversation with ex Coalville Town manager, Adam Stevens, aka King Stevo.We (amongst many other topics) discuss t...

17/04/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #15

JB in conversation with ex Coalville Town manager, Adam Stevens, aka King Stevo.

We (amongst many other topics) discuss the town of Coalville, surviving a major road accident, leading his local side out at Wembley Stadium and masterminding an FA cup giant killing at Notts County FC.

A fantastic hour of listening to an absolute legend of these parts.

Podcast drops on Friday 19 April 2024 at 6.00pm (two weeks later than anticipated for technical reasons but well worth the wait!!)

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04/04/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #14

JB in conversation with Craig Glew.

From Beaumont Leys School to working for the glamour of Ferrari and surviving the world’s most stringent COVID lockdown in Chinese ruled Hong Kong

Podcast drops on Friday 05/04/24 at 6.00pm.

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22/03/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #13

Johnny Strong - King Of The Doormen

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode in conversation with Johnny Strong - King of the Doormen.Hear a variety of candid tales from the Leicester underworld...

22/03/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #13

JB in conversation with Johnny Strong - King of the Doormen.

Hear a variety of candid tales from the Leicester underworld including how the Kray’s were run out of town, a football supporter shot dead and a Kung Fu enthusiast taught a harsh lesson.

A fantastic hour of listening to a true Leicester legend.

In association with Igloo Staffing Solutions

15/03/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #12

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode in conversation with John Regan (Part Two)From selling kitchen knives in Harrods to opening a Leicester City bar in V...

14/03/2024

COMING SOON!!

Adam Stevens - Friday 05/04/24

14/03/2024

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Craig Glew - Friday 29/03/24

14/03/2024

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Johnny Strong - Friday 22/03/24

14/03/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #12

JB in conversation with John Regan (Part Two)

From selling kitchen knives in Harrods to opening a Leicester City bar in Vietnam and appearing in The Sun newspaper ‘Dear Deidre’ column.

Another fantastic hour of listening to a true Leicester legend.

Podcast drops on Friday 15/03/24 at 6.00pm.

In association with Igloo Staffing Solutions

23/02/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #11

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode in conversation with John Regan (Part One)From serving with The Parachute Regiment to grappling with a football chair...

23/02/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #11

JB in conversation with John Regan (Part One)

From serving with The Parachute Regiment to grappling with a football chairman and being blamed for the Iraq War.

A fantastic hour of listening to a true Leicester legend (and this is only part one!!)

Podcast drops TONIGHT at 6.00pm.

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16/02/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #10

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode in conversation with Tim O’SullivanFrom a ‘dirt poor’ upbringing to business success and authorship via poverty, pris...

16/02/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #10

JB in conversation with Tim O’Sullivan

From a ‘dirt poor’ upbringing to business success and authorship via poverty, prison & tragedy.

An amazing hour of listening from a gentlemen also known as the owner of the famous ‘Addies Bar’

Podcast drops TONIGHT at 6.00pm.

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09/02/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #9

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #9 JB in conversation with Scott Cobden aka ‘Cobbo’A rollercoaster of a life which begins in Mowmacre Hill, and takes us on...

09/02/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #9

JB in conversation with Scott Cobden aka ‘Cobbo’

A rollercoaster of a life which begins in Mowmacre Hill, and takes us on a journey of Leicester pubs, rave clubs, various business ventures and becoming part of the ‘Real Reggae Revivalists’

A true character and an absorbing listen.

Podcast drops TONIGHT at 6.00pm.

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02/02/2024

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02/02/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #8

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #8 JB in conversation with Chantelle MarquezA raw, absorbing and, at times, harrowing life story, encapsulating the care s...

26/01/2024

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode Scott Eustace story - Part OneFrom Premier League Leicester City to a police cell at Lincoln City.A gripping insight ...

26/01/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #8

JB in conversation with Chantelle Marquez

A raw, absorbing and, at times, harrowing life story, encapsulating the care system, abuse, the s*x industry and organised crime, before finally finding redemption through music.

A story you genuinely do not want to miss.

Podcast drops on Friday 02/02/24 at 6.00pm

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12/01/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #6

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Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode in conversation with Rob Star.From his beginnings in Markfield to the pinnacle of the dance music scene (via London & ...

11/01/2024

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #8

The Scott Eustace story - Part One

From Premier League Leicester City to a police cell at Lincoln City.

A gripping insight into 1990s professional football culture and how bad life decisions shape your entire future.

This first part covers his football career until retirement, the second part will deal with his rollercoaster life after football.

This is not to be missed.

Podcast drops on Friday 02/02/24 at 6.00pm

07/01/2024

EXCITING NEWS!!

From 26/01/24, the Leicester Lives Podcast will drop new content weekly, each Friday, at 6.00pm.

In order to support this podcast, please ensure that you visit our YouTube channel and hit SUBSCRIBE.

We need to achieve at least 1000 subscribers and despite good viewing figures, we are a long way short of that target.

It costs nothing, takes seconds of your time, but ensures the long term future of this project.

Many thanks for your assistance 🙏

05/01/2024

Coming soon!!

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #7

JB in conversation with ‘The Guvnor’ - John O’Donovan.

Tragedy, challenges, hard living and recovery - A truly engrossing Leicester life.

Podcast drops on Friday 26/01/24.

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04/01/2024

COMING SOON

Leicester Lives Podcast - Episode #6

JB in conversation with Rob Star.

From his beginnings in Markfield to the pinnacle of the dance music scene (via London & Ibiza).

A story of entrepreneurship, parties and pubs.

Not to be missed.

Podcast drops on Friday 12/01/24 at 6.00pm.