In what is the final Episode of the MMA Origin Stories Podcast, I am joined by Former MMA Fighter and Grappling Wizard, Leigh Remedios. Leigh takes us through how he got involved in Martial Arts, then his transition to MMA and how he feels this saved him from following a darker path through life. From youth Tearaway to Multiple Blackbelt martial artist, this is the story of a true pioneer of the sport. A huge thank you to the contributors of the show: David Williams from Advantage Design & Build - http://adbltd.co.uk Fred Zafar from Mauler MMA - https://www.maulermma.com Denniston Sutherland from MMAX Denniston - https://mmaxdenniston.net Anthony Westoll-Green Lewis Clay - https://www.lewisclay.com

This episode I am joined by Director of Rygor Commercials, Owner of Vortex CSP and Vice President of English MMA Association, Paul Reed. Remember to Like & Follow us on both your social media and listening platforms of choice. Contributors: Anthony Westoll-Green - Graphics & Illustrations Advantage Design & Build - www.adbltd.co.uk Mauler MMA - www.maulermma.com www.mmaxdenniston.net www.lewisclay.com

This episode I am joined by the president of the German MMA Federation, Clemens Werner. Clemens is an international MMA official working at the highest levels in our sport, he is also an active member of the IMMAF officiating team and earlier in the year launched his newest venture, MMA Unfolded check it out on Youtube, Twitter and Instagram. Remember to follow our Facebook, Twitter & Instagram pages and to subscribe to rate the show on your listening platform of choice. Contributors: Anthony Westoll-Green - Graphics & Illustrations Advantage Design & Build - www.adbltd.co.uk Mauler MMA - www.maulermma.com www.mmaxdenniston.net www.lewisclay.com

This episode I am joined by I am joined by a very Special Guest. TV Presenter, Author and Business Owner, Chris Bavin. Chris is best known for his time presenting Best Home Cook & Eat Well for less on the BBC but what isn’t as widely known, is that he is also a Taekwondo Black Belt and trained in Boxing.  Remember to follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram pages and to subscribe to the show on your listening platform of choice. Contributors: Anthony Westoll-Green - Graphics & Illustrations Advantage Design & Build - www.adbltd.co.uk Mauler MMA - www.maulermma.com www.fightfoam.co.uk  www.mmaxdenniston.net www.lewisclay.com

This episode I am joined by one of the Pioneers of UKMMA, Paul Sutherland. Paul has covered almost every role someone in MMA could achieve, he is a former fighter, a Coach, a Gym Owner, a Promoter and he even finds time to help the UFC in a judging Capacity when needed. He is also a board member for the English MMA Association, focussing on the youth development system. Contributors: Anthony Westoll-Green - Graphics & Illustrations Advantage Design & Build - www.adbltd.co.uk Mauler MMA - www.maulermma.com www.fightfoam.co.uk  www.mmaxdenniston.net www.lewisclay.com

This episode I am joined by one of the most sought after photographers in MMA, Marc Moggridge.  Marc takes us through how he served his apprenticeship as a snapper, giving some great tips for current and fledgling photographers alike. He then tells us the story of how he fell into MMA photography after finding 'the loudest person at the wedding' and how that led to starting at a show that most will only dream of working on, a few stories from his time with the 'Addicted' team before becoming a regular on some of the best shows the UK has to offer, as well as being a go to guy for IMMAF. Contributors: Anthony Westoll-Green - Graphics & Illustrations Advantage Design & Build - www.adbltd.co.uk Mauler MMA - www.maulermma.com www.fightfoam.co.uk  www.mmaxdenniston.net www.lewisclay.com

This episode I am joined by Long time MMA fan and Sponsorite founder, Ricky Shock. Ricky takes us through how he stumbled across an old Pride DVD after buying a game for his PS2, working with Adam on FCC all the way through to starting https://www.sponsorite.net Since starting Sponsorite in 2021, as of release of this episode Ricky has managed to secure over £50k of contracted sponsorship for his Athletes, Promotions and English MMA Association, this is a huge result for a man who is managing this around his Work, Family and other commitments. Contributors: Anthony Westoll-Green - Graphics & Illustrations Advantage Design & Build - www.adbltd.co.uk Mauler MMA - www.maulermma.com www.fightfoam.co.uk https://mmaxdenniston.net Lewis Clay - Intro Music - www.lewisclay.com

This episode I am Former MMA Fighter, Denniston Sutherland. Denniston takes us through how he 1st stumbled across MMA one night on TV back in Jamaica and how it was frowned upon back then in his homeland. He then takes us through how he got into MMA after a few years in the U.K. and the rest is history, he also discusses his thoughts on how you can maximise your earning potential as an MMA Fighter through managing your own content and his next venture through https://mmaxdenniston.net Sponsors/Contributors: Anthony Westoll-Green - Graphics & Illustrations Advantage Design & Build - Main Sponsor - www.adbltd.co.uk Mauler MMA - Sponsor - www.maulermma.com www.fightfoam.co.uk Lewis Clay - Intro Music - www.lewisclay.com

This Episode I am joined by the Ex Professional Fighter, G.I. Joe Laurence. Joe takes us through his early years as an ABA Boxer before moving across to MMA and becoming a name for fighters across the U.K. to be calling out on a regular basis. Joe also talks about realising his dreams in MMA and also the dangers of weight cutting to the extreme. Sponsors/Contributors: Anthony Westoll-Green - Graphics & Illustrations Advantage Design & Build - Main Sponsor - www.adbltd.co.uk Mauler MMA - Sponsor - www.maulermma.com Lewis Clay - Intro Music - www.lewisclay.com

This Episode I am joined by the Boogeyman himself, Ben Farrelly. Ben is a seasoned MMA Blogger/Journalist who over the last 20 years has released some of the best content known to MMA journalism, taking a break from the sport he relives some great moments form over the years as well as takes us through what he's currently up to in the Isle of Wight. Sponsors/Contributors: Anthony Westoll-Green - Graphics & Illustrations Advantage Design & Build - Main Sponsor - www.adbltd.co.uk Mauler MMA - Sponsor - www.maulermma.com Lewis Clay - Intro Music - www.lewisclay.com