Inspire Me Podcast With Stephen Olexy

EPISODE 3- Uncovering The Hidden Truths Of Football: Andy Woodward's Shocking Story Revealed!

INSPIRE ME PODCAST (EPISODE 3) Released 14th July 2024
In this episode Stephen Olexy sits down with his ex Halifax Town team mate from 2001 ANDY WOODWARD.
Former Professional footballer Andy goes into detail about how he was part of one of the biggest sexual abuse scandals ever uncovered in the footballing world. Andy will discuss the abuse he suffered at the hands of predator footballing coach Barry Bennell and will reveal what made him go public in 2016 shocking the whole world and gaining global extensive press coverage.
Andy will go on to discuss how following on from 2016 some of the adversities he faced and betrayals from some of the largest federations in football and TV broadcasting.
This is a powerful and raw podcast which shows the strength of one man who was not and is not afraid to stand up to those that have tried to destroy and silence him. Andy has suffered unmeasurable adversity and is still standing, he is an inspiration to many.
We know this podcast will help many others who have been through similar situations and are too scared to speak out.
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EPISODE 2- Eddie Hall's Journey: From Truck Mechanic To World's Strongest Man In 7 Years

INSPIRE ME PODCAST (EPISODE 2) 
Eddie Hall sits down for this excellent second episode of the Inspire Me Podcast with Stephen Olexy.
The team headed to Eddie's house to film this informative episode, talking about the highs and lows, plus how he has made it to the top of his chosen career.
Eddie speaks about his early life and the dedication it took to become the World's Strongest Man in less than 7 years after deciding he wanted to achieve it. Eddie talks about how he was laughed at when mentioning he would achieve this unbelievable feat of strength. You will also hear about the unbelievable 500kg World Record Deadlift which nearly left him hospitalised. Plus, hear as Eddie discusses his venture into boxing and get to know exactly what went on in the lead up to his fight with bitter rival Thor Bjornsson.
We hope you enjoy this next episode.
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EPISODE 1- Stephen Olexy: From Job Centre To Hollywood And Behind Bars - A Journey Of Redemption

INSPIRE ME PODCAST (EPISODE 1) 
The first ever episode of the Inspire Me Podcast with our main host STEPHEN OLEXY.
 
Stephen tells his unbelievable story of how whilst having to sign on at the Job centre he wrote visons down to work with A-list celebrities within 10 years and ultimately be producing world class events with them.
 
Stephen had no idea how that was going to happen but through pure determination and passion he carved out a career working with some of the biggest names in the world including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone, Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Jean Claude Van Damme, Mel Gibson, Conor McGregor, Mike Tyson and many others.
 
Stephen created the brand 'An Experience With' and took the brand to unbelievable heights producing events all over the UK plus taking the brand to the USA in 2022 with Sylvester Stallone in LA.
 
On the back of his success he created an unbelievable relationship with Arnold Schwarzenegger, creating 7 successful events with him over the years, earning amazing testimonials from the man himself including going into partnership with him and being given the rights to produce the Arnold Sports Festival in the UK for the first time ever in 2021 at the NEC in Birmingham UK.
 
Stephen will discuss about Arnold's failure to attend the event 2 years running, which ultimately lead to the demise of the event under his ownership. Stephen will explain how the rug was pulled for a 3rd year event even with a 3 year licence agreement in place, leaving an unexpected black hole.
 
Even despite Arnolds non attendance, overall both events under Stephens management were a fantastic success from start to finish with sell out crowds of 60,000 attendees. Stephen brought some of the biggest names in the world to the event including Sylvester Stallone, Dolph Lundgren, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Georges St Pierre, David Goggins, Michael Bisping, Sugar Ray Leonard, Paddy (The Baddy) Pimblet, Katie Taylor, Ronnie Coleman, Jay Cutler and Wim Hoff. The event attracted powerhouse brands to exhibit product such as Gym Shark, Boo Hoo, Reign, Nocco plus hundreds of others. On top of all this the event showcased over 20 major sports across 38,000 square metres of space with over 5000 athletes plus amazing features showcased across the whole event.
 
Stephen talks about how business mistakes he made under severe pressure in 2016/17 has ended up him being sent to prison 7 years later! Charges were brought and pushed by the insolvency Service and upon sentencing the judge ignored 4 pages of mitigation to send Stephen to prison for 27 months. Stephen served 7.5 months and is now out and was released on the 22nd March.
 
The comeback is underway and he is thankful all celebrity agents he works with have stuck by him. Stephen has big plans with this new podcast 'Inspire Me' and is working with his team for new amazing future events to be announced very soon. Its been a crazy journey and this is a MUST WATCH Podcast!!!
 
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