RBTV is a podcast, I interview creatives, do solo film reviews and loads more. If I find somebody interesting, I'll interview them. I tend to have guests on involved in the music industry, Mixed Martial Arts, Tattooing, and everything in-between. If you want to be a pid sub, hit the link below, but I'll do everything in my power to avoid putting out subscriber only episodes. https://anchor.fm/rick-baker8/subscribe This podcast is sponsored by Reap Jiu Jitsu. Please consider checking us out!
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Welcome back! As you may know, Andy called me up and said, let's go further, talk a bit more. He had some things he wanted to get off his chest. So here we are! Part two with Andy Preston, and it's bonkers. Enjoy. https://youtu.be/e0aVholafSg
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In this very special episode of RBTV I sat down for the first of two podcasts with previous Mayor of Middlesbrough Andy Preston. The first time I had him on the podcast he was on the campaign trail over four years ago and I wanted to find out what he managed to achieve, if it lined up with his expectations and plenty more. If you enjoyed this episo…
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Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to a very special episode of RBTV. All three hosts of the phenomenal 100 horrors podcast (Matt, Paul & Rob) Joined me to discuss getting to their 100th episode, what's in store for season two, when someone had a fit during a viewing of Suspiria and plenty more. Oh and the film I couldn't think of the name of was Censor…
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New year gets me fired up. In this solo episode I talk about how to win in 2023. Kind of. Basically just be nicer.
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This club was my life - LIVE Podcast with Phil Saunders. Episode 41
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To preface this conversation, Phil Saunders wrote a fantastic book about the history of alternative club nights in the North East of England. We decided to do a live podcast on the launch night, there's some stuff we had to cut out, other names and venues we had to bleep so we don't get sued. I think it's a really fun conversation, and nice to have…
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The Old Man and The Toad - Halloween Special
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For this episode of RBTV I bring you a short story I've been working on, The Old Man and The Toad. Instead of slagging off rubbish horror movies for the spooky season I figured why not make something. Please enjoy! Artwork by my good friend and amazing tattoo artist Curtis Robinson AKA EVILS
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Going to see Joe Rogan with Tyler Logan - RBTV 40
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On this episode of RBTV Tyler and I had an 8 hour round trip to see Joe Rogan so I forced him to do a podcast with me to kill some time. We talked about Jiu Jitsu and horror movies and nothing else. Enjoy!! https://www.reapjiujitsu.com
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I went to see Don't Worry Darling at the cinema and it was super great. So I recorded a short podcast about it. Enjoy my rambles. www.reapjiujitsu.com
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RBTV #39 - Eddy Maynard Photography
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In this episode of RBTV I sat down with my good friend and fantastic photographer Eddy Maynard. We talked about how he got started taking photos, the early days of the music scene, social media and plenty more. Eddy has his own YouTube channel where he's began uploading some awesome content, and check out his instagram for more info on The Happines…
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RBTV #38 - Curtis Robinson (tattoo artist)
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Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to a very special episode of RBTV. I interviewed my long time friend, previous bandmate and next level tattoo artist, Curtis Robinson. We talk about touring and travelling in a mid level metal band, sleeping for four hours per week while learning to tattoo, Jiu jitsu, combat sports and plenty more. Enjoy. This pod…
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Lee Flanagan is a successful entrepreneur with a great backstory, and we had a wonderful chat about all things life, staying on the right path and how to be successful whatever you goals are. Enjoy.By RBTV
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RBTV #36 Xmas special with Doug & Pie
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I thought with the current situation the least I could do would be to provide you with some Christmas entertainment. I sat down with my good friends Pie & Doug and did the worst Christmas quiz on record, but we did do some kick flips. The audio may be allover the place for those....Recorded at sidecar studios & Sponsored by reap jiujitsu.com…
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RBTV #35 - The Dare commentary with Jonny Grant
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Film fans, my dear friend and talented screenwriter Jonny Grant sat down with me and we watched his latest film, 'The Dare' (2020) Dir. Giles Alderson. Jonny gives an amazing insight to the process of how words coming alive on screen, and we discuss what was cut and why, how much of an influence the studio have and much, much more. Follow his caree…
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RBTV #34 - Boro Book Club / Phil Saunders
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Hi everyone! For this episode I sat down with my good friend Phil Saunders about his new project and how to tackle the creative process. He asked my tonnes about my new book and our past working together in some of the most ridiculous rock clubs the World has ever seen.More about Phil here: https://thisclubcouldbeyourlife.wordpress.comMy book:https…
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I had the pleasure of chatting with my good friend and awesome tattoo artist Sonny on this episode of the podcast. Initially we discussed 'Pet Sounds' by The Beach Boys, and then went on to ramble, as per usual. Sonny's raising money this month for the homeless in the North-East, if you're interested check out his instagram: @sonnyjoetattooerReapji…
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Hi!I've got a book coming out, so while we're on solo podcast mode I thought I'd read an excerpt from it. It's called Vagabonds, it's about my time on the road with Wraiths, and the trials and tribulations that come with it.Ebook Pre-Orders: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Vagabonds-Richard-Baker-ebook/dp/B08CCGCG8X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=vagabonds+…
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RBTV #31 - UFC 251, Polaris 13 & writing a book
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I break down the upcoming UFC fight card, discuss the Polaris 8-man tournament and wrote a book!Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSY39cFJ7CkBook: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Vagabonds-Richard-Baker-ebook/dp/B08CCGCG8X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Richard+baker+vagabonds&qid=1594293087&sr=8-1Reap: www.Reapjiujitsu.com…
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RBTV #30 - Spin, Ice Cube: AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted
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Okay, we're back. Forgive the rants, but it's all true, you hate zoom too. I discussed Ice Cubes phenomenal debut album briefly, and ranted for the rest of it. Listen to the album for yourself here: https://open.spotify.com/album/3AI5kAUjgNtZBwFRi6opDc?si=k46z3cQMQ0Clfujd_MscDACheck out RBTV on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/RBTVPodcast/Pe…
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RBTV #29 - Ritchy Allaway, art and the sublime
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In this episode of RBTV I sat down with my good friend Ritchy Allaway to talk about his upcoming art installation 'Otherness' this Friday at The Auxiliary Gallery in Middlesbrough. You can find out more via his Instagram at @ritchard_allaway_art_practiceRBTV is sponsored by @reapjiujitsu - coming soon…
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Me and Adam go way back, but him and pizza go back even further. The plan was simple, order loads of pizza and compare, but, Papa Johns wouldn't deliver, Pizza Hut wouldn't deliver & Barbarossa was closed. So we just ate Dominos and talked about pizza, plus loads more. It's good to be back. Big thanks to Dominos Pizza. Sponsored by @reapjiujitsu - …
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Hey! I sat down with my good friend and totally boss tattoo artist Natalie Morguette. We talked mainly about music, our old love for glam metal and how trash the Motley Crue film on Netflix was. If I'm honest, that was the majority of it. Check out Nat's work & the other guys at Four Daggers Tattoo in Middlesbrough. Shout out to basecamp as always …
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RBTV #26 - Mayoral candidate Andy Preston
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Hi! In this episode of RBTV I got in way over my head and had a chat with Andy Preston about local politics. I initially wanted to talk to him about the potential ramifications of using social media in politics, how it can go badly and how it can be used to create an overall transparency through local government, and that's pretty much what we disc…
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Hey! For this episode I sat down with Mike (@unorthodoxnutrition) and Mike Lewis. This past weekend we provided social media coverage for Polaris 9, and recorded and impromptu podcast on the train home from London discussing the event. Enjoy!https://www.facebook.com/counterculturecreativemedia/By RBTV
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RBTV #24 - Aaron Lythe (Sad for life recs)
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I sat down with Aaron Lythe of Sad for Life records and talked about his bands, his labels ethos, wrestlers smashing chairs over each other and loads more. You can find his stuff at: https://www.facebook.com/SadForLifeRecs/and you can find me here:https://www.facebook.com/RBTVPodcast/aaaaaand here:https://www.facebook.com/counterculturecreativemedi…
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A few years ago I used to write a monthly article for BJJ style all about being a white-belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For one of these episodes I had the pleasure of interviewing Harley Flanagan.A Black Belt under Renzo Gracie and founder of the Cro-Mags. It was a phone interview that was never really intended to be aired, but it's pretty funny and …
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I sat down with my friend Jess who is an actor and talked all about the industry. Her history in acting, how she got to where she is, tricks and tools of the trade plus much more. Big thanks to tenfeettall.co.uk for letting me use the space, if you want to give me a like on facebook to keep up with video podcasts check out facebook.com/rbtvpodcastm…
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For this episode I sat down with Sonny Joe Tattooer & Reggie Breeze of Four Daggers Tattoo to talk all things tattooing, opening your own shop, how to get a good tattoo & plenty more. Youtube:https://youtu.be/v06RcUwhEzEFacebook:Facebook.com/RBTVMMABy RBTV
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So, Doug and I have been chatting about setting up a project that documents his return to MMA, and we wanted to figure out the details, so we recorded a podcast to churn out the details! The audio is pulled straight from the camera so it's been better, apologies. Big thanks to tenfeettall.co.uk for letting us continually use the space!Video availab…
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I sat down with my good friend Josh from Off the Ground coffee, we talked about all things Teesside, how to think more ethically about business and plenty more. Check out Off The Ground at:https://www.facebook.com/offthegrounduk/Pics by: https://www.facebook.com/BLTownshendPhotography/By RBTV
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I sat down with Big Doug for ten minutes to have a quick chat about the upcoming UFC fight between Khabib & Conor. Apologies for the audio quality, pulled it straight from camera.PS. Every time I've bet on a Mcgregor fight I've lost, so take what Dougie says and put your house on it. Do not take my opinions seriously…
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In this episode I sat down with Jamie Bradley - we talked about our musical backgrounds, the good and the bad of touring, surviving on the road and much more! If you prefer youtube check here: https://youtu.be/wntVHWyY2toFacebook.com/RBTVMMAwww.endeavourdigital.comAs always, a big thanks to www.Tenfeettall.co.uk for the space.…
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I sat down with my good friend Woody, and talked all things live music production, the industry and our backgrounds & much more!Excuse the audio quality, I filmed on location so just had a portable recorder with me.If you're interested in any events the town hall has going on, please check outhttps://www.middlesbroughtownhall.co.uk…
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RBTV Episode 16 - May the 4th be with you with Paul Watson-Sith
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Happy International Star Wars day folks!! I sat down with Star Wars Afficionado & good friend Paul Watson Sith. Paul is a tattoo artist at Skins and Needles Middlesbrough and we've geeked out about Star Wars many a time, so we thought we'd record it. Enjoy!As usual, a big thanks to https://www.facebook.com/jampottt for his stellar post-production w…
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Episode 15 - Split Screen Podcast w/Shaun & Jonny
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So, Shaun & Jonny came to me with an interesting idea after listening to a previous podcast about Screenwriting. We decided to pick a current film: Annihalation(2018) Dir. Alex Garland and a film that it was heavily influenced by: Stalker(1979) Dir. Andrei Tarkovsky, and talk about how they compare, and generally geeked out about films for the hour…
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RBTV Episode 14 - Touchdowns & Takedowns with Darlington Steam AFC
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I was fortunate enough to have Matty, Rob & Jonny from Darlington Steam American Football club join me on the podcast a week or so ago and talk about all these American Football! Super interesting learning how they got involved and the trials & tribulations of setting up and playing American Football in England. I had a lot of fun talking to them. …
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RBTV Episode 12 - Life lessons with Lee Flanagan
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In this episode of the podcast I sat down with my good friend & businessman Lee Flanagan, we talked about how it's hard to break through the working class and be taken seriously when you're from humble beginnings, inspiration and much much more. Hope you enjoy it!Audio Produced by: https://www.facebook.com/jampotttVideo: https://youtu.be/KRDsJb62Y3…
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RBTV Episode 11 - Jiu Jitsu & Streetfighter with Jamie Taylor
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In this episode I sat down with my friend & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor Jamie Taylor. We talked about life lessons, geeked out on BJJ and talked about how Jamie got his start in martial arts. If you're interested in starting up hit him up on facebook or check out Akurei Martial arts. My dogs also had fun in this one, as you'll see/hearVideo: htt…
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RBTV Episode 10 - Oscars, films & screenwriting with Jonny Grant
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In this episode I sat down with my good friend Jonny Grant who is a screenwriter & novelist. We talk about the creative process, what it was like being on set for his upcoming film ‘The Dare’ & our views on the Oscar winners. Enjoy!Youtube: https://youtu.be/JxbVct7Gi3cFacebook: Facebook.com/RBTVFilm: https://www.facebook.com/thedaremovieInsta: @ric…
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RBTV Episode 9: Matt Benyon (Scramble & Polaris)
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I was lucky enough to sit down in the hotel lobby with Matt from Scramble for half an hour before this weekends Polaris Jiu Jitsu Invitational competition. We had a quick chat about what to look forward to this weekend, the UK BJJ scene and about BJJ brands in general. It was a bit ad-hoc and I was a bit nervous, but I hope you enjoy it.If you're a…
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RBTV Episode 8 - Cool Story Bro w/ Ritchy & Luke
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In this episode I had Ritchy Allaway and Luke Mcwhinnie round for a cup of tea and a chat about what we used to get up to on tour. Enjoy!Video: https://youtu.be/-JYTysIZozsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RBTVPodcast/By RBTV
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RBTV Episode 7: Movie Ride Along w/Reggie & Dave - The Room
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So, for this one I sat down with Reggie Breeze (@reggiebreezetattoo) & Dave Falconer (@danglingwrongeyes) and we watched 'The Room' (2003) Dir. Tommy Wiseua, had a couple of beers and laughed at how appalling it was. There may be some awkward silence, random laughter, and my dogs walking in and out of the room too. Best off enjoyed while also watch…
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In this episode I sat down with my old friend Chad Male, a staple of Middlesbroughs music scene we discussed all things music, how he got started picking up a guitar and the creative process itself. Check out his band Cape Cub at: https://www.facebook.com/capecubmusic/Video: https://youtu.be/ZT0CWfLc3Xs…
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RBTV Episode 5: MMA Round two with Tom Corrigill & Dougie Fresh
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I sat down with Tom Corrigill & Chris Douglass to discuss Toms start in MMA, the UFC & the thriving North East MMA scene. Enjoy.Video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkx-9-Sh0jTkGcw5eOYNIJw?view_as=subscriberFacebook: Facebook.com/RBTVMMABy RBTV
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On this Episode of the podcast I sat down with Business owner & tour manager Carli, we talked about developing business, social media, beer, Boro, touring, music & more. Check out her blog at: www.theteabee.comYoutube video: https://youtu.be/y5YQjf-Azz4By RBTV
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RBTV Episode 3: Backstage nightmares with Phil Saunders
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In this episode I sat down with Music industry veteran Phil Saunders. Phil has a colourful past and a wealth of experience in live music. We share tour stories, backstage chaos and throw plenty of local celebs under the bus. Enjoy!!P.S. I'd had a couple of cocktails. Take it easy on meGive us a like on Facebook for updates:FB.com/RBTVPodcast…
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RBTV Episode 2: Tattoo Talk with Reggie Breeze
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In the second instalment of RBTV I sat down with Tattoo Artists Reggie Breeze about how he got his start in the world of tattooing.Give us a like on facebook!https://www.facebook.com/RBTVPodcast/By RBTV
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RBTV Episode 1: MMA Math with Dougie Fresh
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In the first episode of RBTV I sat down with Chris Douglass. A Pro MMA fighter and statistician. We discuss how he got into the sport, his past fights and his future plans.Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5h1-5nb6dDQGive us a like on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/RBTVPodcastBy RBTV
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