A GB runner (Fabian Collymore) and a Singer songwriter (Joseph J. Jones) host a podcast from a very local pub called ‘The Champ & Contender’ where they interview the true talents of this world.
Naturally, musicians, athletes and entertainers will join Fabian and Joe for a drink and a chinwag down the local.
Tune in to ‘The Champ and Contender Podcast’ to hear the real talk.
EP 45: Best Ever Manchester City XI Debate Pub Quiz Chaos & Hilarious Stories
Welcome back to The Champ and Contender Podcast, hosted by Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore 🎙️ In this laugh-out-loud episode, the boys are joined by close friend Tom Goldsmith, calling in all the way from New Zealand. The trio dive into a wide mix of topics including football debates, music nostalgia, public quizzes, and some absolutely hilarious real-life stories.
⚽ Key Highlights Include: Debating the Best Ever Manchester City Starting XI A live Public Pub Quiz with audience questions School-day throwbacks and embarrassing public moments Start, Sell, Bench football edition Musical Mount Rushmore & songs that defined life before vs after parenthood Olympic cities quiz & ultimate men’s 100m sprint lineup Doppelganger stories, shouting at the TV & weird public behaviour
Deep talk on athletics improvement and future podcast goals Whether you’re into football podcasts, sports debates, music nostalgia, or just enjoy genuine banter between friends, this episode has something for you.
👇 Drop a comment with your Manchester City XI or your pub quiz answers 👍 Like & subscribe for weekly podcast clips and full episodes
⏱️ Episode Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to The Champ and Contender Podcast
00:12 Introducing Tom Goldsmith
01:35 Public Pub Quiz Questions
02:18 Best Ever Manchester City Starting XI
06:58 Posters on Your Wall Growing Up
09:41 Growing Social Media as a Photographer
11:36 Start, Sell, Bench – Football Edition
12:54 Musical Mount Rushmore
19:50 Songs Before vs After Parenthood
24:47 Strangest Places We’ve Ever Been
29:22 Podcast Goals & Dream Guests
33:12 The Hilarious Chicken Advert Story
33:32 Olympic Cities Quiz Challenge
36:41 Weirdest Public Moments
39:21 Designing for the Blind
43:14 Ultimate Men’s 100m Sprint Line-Up
46:09 Shouting at the TV
50:14 Doppelganger Stories
54:57 Most Likely to End Up in Prison
01:02:30 Improving Athletics
01:06:10 Heartfelt Farewell
9 Dec 2025
EP 44: Maisey Rose Courtney Reveals the Truth About Female Boxing… No One Expected THIS
In this episode of the Champ and Contender Podcast, hosts Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore sit down with rising professional boxer Maisey Rose for an honest and inspiring deep dive into her journey.
Maisey opens up about stepping into the boxing gym at just seven years old, the surreal month where she was scouted by Crystal Palace for football and Team England Boxing, and the pivotal moment she chose the ring over the pitch. She reflects on her time training at iconic clubs like Repton, the challenges of balancing school, training, and competition, and the sacrifices behind life as a young athlete.
The conversation also explores her evolution from the amateur ranks into the professional scene under Matchroom, her recent fights, and how she handles pressure, setbacks, and the mental side of competing at the highest level. Maisey shares powerful insight into staying resilient, managing losses, and why mental health and strong support systems matter more than ever.
To wrap things up, the trio dive into some fun boxing games, weigh in on dream matchups, and share valuable advice for young female fighters chasing their own dreams. Tune in for an inspiring look at Maisey’s journey, her training mindset, and what’s coming next in her promising career.
Episode Breakdown
00:00 – Welcome to the Champion Contender Podcast
00:23 – Introducing Maisey Rose Ney
01:13 – Maisey’s Journey Into Boxing
03:12 – Training & Challenges in Boxing
06:08 – Transitioning from Amateur to Professional
09:01 – Life as a Professional Boxer
17:59 – Upcoming Fights & Rivalries
24:57 – Dream Venues & the Rise of Female Boxing
28:44 – Fun & Games: Fantasy Matchups
31:54 – Sky Nicholson vs. Shana Whitwell: Breakdown
32:08 – Comparing Fighters: Sky Nicholson vs. Ramla Ali
32:31 – Meatball Molly: A Fighter’s Journey
33:30 – UFC Fighters Entering Boxing
38:44 – How Personal Struggles Affect Performance
42:50 – Mental Health & Support Systems
47:33 – The State of Female Boxing Worldwide
58:06 – Advice for Young Female Boxers
01:00:26 – Final Thoughts & Farewell
25 Nov 2025
Ep43: Silky Breaks Down the Indie Grind The Music Industry Won’t Like This!
Kick back in the pub with hosts Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore as they launch The Champion Contender Podcast. In this explosive debut episode, the lads sit down with Silky, the mind behind ska/reggae giants Death of Guitar Pop — and nothing is off limits. Silky dives deep into: 🎵 How the iconic DOCP name was born 🎤 His evolution through ska, reggae & the UK indie scene 💡 The REAL blueprint for independent artist success 📈 The DIY marketing strategies that actually move numbers 🔥 Why every creative needs to operate like an entrepreneur in 2025 Expect raw honesty, industry gems, laughs, and hard-earned truths every musician should hear.
⏱️ Timestamps (Refined & Professional)
00:00 – Episode intro
00:12 – Meet the hosts + introducing Silky
01:15 – Silky’s early music life
11:21 – The Essex music scene explained
26:13 – Independent music & real marketing strategies
45:19 – Building success without a record label
51:08 – Using social media the RIGHT way
55:06 – The truth about music in 2025
57:14 – Shot Stopper pub challenge
01:03:37 – Silky’s plans & upcoming events
01:06:58 – Final reflections & advice 01:20:38 – Closing words
Who has been a guest on The Champ & Contender Podcast
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Louie McLean
Seye Adelekan
Freddie Pullen
Nick Gibbons
Bobby Webster
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
247,651
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
9 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 36 / 100
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Quality
25
Social presence
0
YouTube
86
Engagement
32
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