Made in Brum Podcast

Made in Brum Podcast

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MADE IN BRUM 🎙️ Birmingham’s voices. Real stories. No filters. 🎥 Weekly podcast episodes 🎤 Local legends 👇 Listen to the latest episode

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S7 Ep1: EBONIE COTTON: Abuse, Depression, Body Dysmorphia & Finding Boxing | Her Untold Story

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions around domestic abuse, emotional abuse, mental health, depression, body dysmorphia and trauma. Viewer discretion is advised. In one of the most powerful and honest conversations we’ve had on Made In Brum, professional boxer Ebonie Cotton opens up about the experiences that shaped her life both inside and outside the ring. From dancing and modelling at a young age to moving to Australia, Ebonie shares the highs and lows of her journey, including periods of depression, body dysmorphia, emotionally and physically abusive relationships, self-doubt and the challenges of rebuilding her confidence. She also discusses how boxing became the catalyst for change, helping her rediscover self-worth, purpose and belief in herself. In this episode we discuss: 🥊 Becoming a professional boxer 🌏 Moving to Australia 💔 Surviving emotionally and physically abusive relationships 🧠 Depression and mental health struggles 📉 Body dysmorphia and self-image 💃 Dancing and modelling in her younger years 🔥 Building confidence through combat sports 🥊 Fighting Molly McCann and Ebanie Bridges 📱 Social media, OnlyFans and public perception 💪 Learning to be proud of her journey This is a raw, emotional and inspiring conversation about resilience, self-belief and finding strength through adversity. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to trusted friends, family or professional support services. 🎙️ Available now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. #EbonieCotton #Boxing #MentalHealth #MadeInBrum

56 min
Jun 3

S6 Ep9: DARREN PURSE: From Non-League to Birmingham City Captain | The Untold Story

Former Birmingham City captain Darren Purse joins Made In Brum for a brilliant, honest and often hilarious conversation about a football career that took him from the lower leagues to some of the biggest moments in Blues history. From his early days learning the game, to captaining Birmingham City, playing at Wembley, scoring against Liverpool and leading teams through promotion battles, Pursey reflects on the highs, lows and realities of life as a professional footballer. In this episode: ⚽ Becoming Birmingham City captain ⚽ The road to the Worthington Cup Final ⚽ Beating Tottenham and Newcastle in the cup run ⚽ Trevor Francis and life under legendary managers ⚽ The famous penalty against Liverpool ⚽ Wembley memories ⚽ Martin Grainger, Dele Adebola and Blues dressing rooms ⚽ Cardiff City and promotion battles ⚽ Leadership, captaincy and dressing room culture ⚽ Football’s biggest characters and toughest opponents ⚽ Life after football and coaching Packed with football nostalgia, dressing room stories, leadership lessons and plenty of laughs, this is a must-watch for Blues fans and football fans alike. 🎙️ Full episode available now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 🔗 Follow Made In Brum for more conversations with footballers, fighters, musicians and Birmingham personalities.

1h 29m
May 29

S6 Ep8: JODY CRADDOCK: Wolves, Sunderland, Premier League, Tragedy, Art & Football’s Hardest Moments

Former Wolves and Sunderland defender Jody Craddock joins Made In Brum for an unforgettable conversation covering football, family, resilience and life beyond the game. Over a career spanning more than 700 appearances, Jody played at the highest level with Sunderland and Wolves, facing some of the greatest players of his generation while building a reputation as one of football’s most reliable defenders. In this episode, Jody discusses: ⚽ Life at Wolves and Sunderland ⚽ Playing against Eric Cantona, Dennis Bergkamp, Alan Shearer, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Robin van Persie ⚽ The legendary Niall Quinn & Kevin Phillips partnership ⚽ Premier League dressing rooms and football culture ⚽ The road to becoming a Wolves legend ⚽ Family tragedy and personal resilience ⚽ Losing his son Jake ⚽ Supporting his son Toby through leukemia ⚽ How art became an outlet away from football ⚽ Life after retirement This is a powerful, honest and inspiring conversation packed with football stories, emotion and perspective from one of the game’s most respected professionals. 🎙️ Available on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts 🔗 Follow Made In Brum for more conversations with footballers, musicians, fighters, entrepreneurs and Birmingham personalities.

1h 10m
May 22

S6 Ep7: Paul Robinson: WBA Survival Heroics, Blues Memories & Dressing Room Stories

Former Birmingham City and West Brom defender Paul Robinson joins Made in Brum for a brilliant honest conversation about football, dressing rooms and life after the game. ⚽ Robbo opens up on: 🔥 The Great Escape with West Brom 🔥 His iconic goal against Aston Villa 🔥 Birmingham City memories 🔥 Watford and early career lessons 🔥 The “phantom injury” that ruined a transfer 🔥 Dressing room characters & teammates 🔥 Brian Robson and top managers 🔥 Transitioning into coaching 🔥 Football mentality and surviving pressure A proper football conversation packed with stories, laughs and insight from one of the game’s real characters. 🎙️ Full episode available now on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts. 📲 Follow Made in Brum for more football stories, podcasts and exclusive clips. #PaulRobinson #BCFC #WBA #GreatEscape #BirminghamCity #WestBrom #Championship #PremierLeague #FootballPodcast #WatfordFC #MadeInBrum #EFL #FootballStories #Albion #COYB

1h 14m
May 14

S6 Ep6: JOE HUNT: From Birmingham Clubs To Worldwide Dance Floors 🌍🎧 | Floor Fillers, DJ Advice & UK Garage

Joe Hunt joins the Made In Brum podcast for a brilliant conversation about his journey from Birmingham’s underground club scene to becoming one of the UK’s most respected DJs and producers 🎧🔥 Joe talks about: * starting out DJing in Birmingham clubs and raves * building his sound through UK garage & bassline * creating floor fillers that work worldwide * life on the road touring internationally * the story behind “Up To No Good” * advice for upcoming DJs and producers * consistency, graft and surviving the music industry From local venues in the Midlands to festival stages across the world, this is a proper insight into the mindset and work ethic behind a long-lasting DJ career. Joe Hunt is a Birmingham/Walsall DJ & producer, co-founder of Jump Records, and saw major commercial success with tracks including “Up To No Good”, receiving support across BBC Radio 1, Capital Dance and international DJs worldwide. 🎙️ Available now on: Spotify YouTube Apple Podcasts Follow Made In Brum for more honest conversations with footballers, musicians, creators and Birmingham personalities. #JoeHunt #UKGarage #Bassline #DJPodcast #MadeInBrum #BrumLife #DanceMusic #DJLife #Podcast #Birmingham #UKMusic #HouseMusic #GarageMusic

1h 5m
May 8

S6 Ep5: “Can Birmingham Become a Basketball City Again?” Rob Palmer on Rockets, Olajuwon & Changing Lives

Basketball in Birmingham once had a real buzz — so what happened? In this episode of Made in Brum, Rob Palmer joins us to talk about the rise of Birmingham Rockets, building opportunities for young people through sport, and why basketball deserves a bigger place in the city again. Rob discusses: * Growing a community basketball movement across Birmingham * Delivering programmes for 1,200+ weekly participants * Using coaching, mentoring and sport to change lives * Accessibility and opportunities within basketball * Sponsorship, marketing and growing the game locally * Bringing basketball back into the spotlight in Birmingham * Working alongside NBA legend Hakeem “The Dream” Olajuwon * International basketball camps and elite player development We also explore the impact of Hakeem Olajuwon — one of the greatest basketball players of all time — and what Birmingham can learn from global basketball culture. If you care about youth sport, community projects, Birmingham culture or basketball’s future in the UK, this episode is for you. Sponsored by Certified Pro Installs - providing certified electrical, fire protection and compliance solutions for businesses across the UK and Ireland, delivering professional installations, maintenance and safety services with directly employed engineers.

1h 23m
Apr 30

S6 Ep4: David “Digga” Davis: From Smethwick Streets to Wolves, Blues & Jude Bellingham Stories

David “Digga” Davis joins us for a proper honest chat about his journey through football — from growing up in Smethwick and getting scouted by Wolves, to loan spells at Inverness and Chesterfield, his Premier League experience, and becoming a fan favourite at Birmingham City. We talk Blues, Wolves, derby goals, Garry Monk, Gary Rowett, Maikel Kieftenbeld, Jude Bellingham, dressing room stories, setbacks, confidence, criticism and what it really takes to make it in the game. Digga made over 180 league appearances for Birmingham City and was voted Blues Player of the Year in 2016/17, after coming through at Wolves and playing across the Premier League, Championship, League One and beyond. Sponsored by BrumLife For entertainment, news and everything Birmingham.

1h 31m
Apr 28

S6 Ep3: From Losing Sight to Fighting for Accessibility | Linzie’s Story

What happens when you start losing your sight… but refuse to lose your life? In this episode, we sit down with Linzie — a passionate Birmingham City fan and accessibility advocate — to talk about her journey with visual impairment, losing independence, and fighting to be heard. From giving up her driving licence to navigating stadiums, daily life and public perception, Linzie shares the real, raw side of sight loss that people don’t often see. We also dive into: * Living with keratoconus and vision decline * Losing independence and adapting day-to-day * Why football still means everything — even without sight * The importance of atmosphere, community and connection * Challenging misconceptions around blindness * Fighting for better accessibility in football and beyond This is a powerful, honest conversation about resilience, identity and making sure everyone has a place in the game. 🎙️ From the Made in Brum Podcast Filmed at St Andrew’s 👉 Subscribe for more real stories from Birmingham and beyond

1h 6m

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S1 Ep1: Welcome to B2B Business Club Podcast

Welcome to the B2B Business Club podcast, where we engage with trailblazers who create, educate, and innovate in the business world, both in Birmingham and beyond.From SMEs to blue-chip companies, brand owners to freelancers, we’re here to uncover your stories and insights.Proudly sponsored by Certified Pro Installs and B9 Film and Media.

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MADE IN BRUM 🎙️ Birmingham’s voices. Real stories. No filters. 🎥 Weekly podcast episodes 🎤 Local legends 👇 Listen to the latest episode

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