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The Judge Reviews
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Episodes
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Isa Akram: Glasgow’s Rising Boxing Star | Discipline, Sacrifice & Life Beyond the Ring
🥊 From the streets of Glasgow to representing Scotland and Great Britain — Isa Akram is a young boxer with big ambitions. In this episode of The Judge Reviews…
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The Nation’s Choice Awards DEBRIEF 🎙️ What Went Right, What Went Wrong & What We Learned!
The Nation’s Choice Awards 2026 – THE BIG DEBRIEF! 🎙️🏆 The awards night is over, but the conversation isn't! After Scotland's first Nation’s Choice Awards…
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From Loss to Legacy: The Story Behind RS Promotions | Adam & Zohaib
Adam Siddique and Zohaib join The Judge Reviews Podcast to tell the story behind RS Promotions — a new boxing promotion created in memory of their friend…
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DJ Magsta Reveals What REALLY Happens at Asian Weddings 👀 | Female DJ, Drama & Industry Secrets
DJ Magsta joins me on The Judge Reviews Podcast for a proper conversation about the reality of life behind the decks. We talk about how she got into DJing…
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JUDGE THIS: Marriage, Culture, Islam & Double Standards | Fajr Rana vs Amjid Bashir
Welcome to JUDGE THIS — You Said It. Now Defend It. In this episode, Fajr Rana and Amjid Bashir sit down for a direct, unfiltered debate on the subjects people…
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From 40% Body Fat to 20%: Kaz on Weight Loss, Mindset & Changing His Life
Kaz, better known as Life of Kaz, joins me to talk about the reality behind his transformation — going from around 40% body fat to 20%, changing his…
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CORNER SHOP SECRETS: The Truth Behind Fernhill Grocers | The Judge Reviews Podcast
What really goes on behind the counter of a Glasgow corner shop? In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, we sit down with the man behind Fernhill Grocers…
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Stephanie Heaney: Beyond the Glamour | Modelling, Monaco, Asian Culture & Being Judged
Stephanie Heaney joins me on The Judge Reviews Podcast for a proper conversation about the woman behind the glamorous image. We talk about her journey through…
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The Charcoals Legacy: Asad Iqbal on 20+ Years in Business, Failure, Family & Never Giving Up
From London to Glasgow, Asad Iqbal has spent more than 20 years building, rebuilding and staying relevant in one of the toughest industries there is. Best…
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Luqman “Luqi” Javaid: Car Washes, Business & Building a Glasgow Empire
Luqman “Luqi” Javaid joins The Judge Reviews Podcast to talk business, entrepreneurship and the journey behind some of his best-known ventures. From Juicy…
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John Amabile: 60 Minute Makeover, TV Fame & 40 Years in Interior Design | TJR Podcast
John Amabile joins The Judge Reviews Podcast for a look back at an incredible career spanning more than 40 years in interior design and television. Best known…
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TWO LIVES. ONE LEGEND. Cari aka Iftikhar Ahmed
Glasgow knows him as Cari. London knows him as Iftikhar Ahmed. For years, those two worlds have almost existed separately. In Glasgow, he became known through…
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The Glasgow Cakes Story | Family, Business & Building a Brand
From a family kitchen to one of Scotland's most recognised cake brands... In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, we sit down with the team behind…
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The Family Behind Annaya's | Samir "Sammy" Haider | Legacy, Business & Tradition
Samir "Sammy" Haider joins The Judge Reviews Podcast to tell the remarkable story behind Annaya's Indian Restaurant. From growing up in a family built on…
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How Smokey's @17 Became Stirling's Top-Rated Burger Spot | Bringing Takeaways Into the 21st Century
From humble beginnings to one of Scotland's highest-rated burger restaurants, Mohammad Suhail Azhar joins The Judge Reviews Podcast to tell the real story…
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How Warren Paul Built Scotland's Biggest Hospitality Awards | Paramount Events | Judge Reviews Podcast
For years, Warren Paul has been one of the driving forces behind Scotland's hospitality and events industry. As the founder of Paramount Events, he's built…
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£40 Arabian Fragrances vs £400 Designer Perfumes... The Truth
Arabian fragrances have taken the UK by storm, but what makes them so popular? In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, we're joined by AJ Fragrance…
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The Loud Blonde Girl Behind The Brand | Maham Media on Building a Social Media Empire
From celebrity clients to helping brands grow online, Maham Parvaiz has built Maham Media into a nationwide social media agency with one clear goal – getting…
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How SweetPals Built Scotland's Biggest Online Sweet Brand | TikTok Live Success Story
What started during lockdown has grown into one of Scotland's biggest online sweet brands. In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, we sit down with…
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From Desserts to Dubai Strawberries: The Business Everyone's Copying | Usman
What does it really take to build one of Scotland's most recognised dessert brands? In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, I sit down with Usman…
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Started at 14, Built an Award-Winning Takeaway | Asian Tandoori’s Viral Chasni Donner Story
From starting work at just 14 to helping build one of Scotland’s most recognised takeaways — this is the story behind Asian Tandoori, Cambuslang. Jameel, Adam…
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How She Became Scotland's Youngest Pharmacy Board Member
Welcome back to The Judge Reviews Podcast. This week, Jay sits down with award-winning pharmacist, entrepreneur, healthcare leader and business owner Sehar…
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130 Years In Business: How The Crolla Family Built A Scottish Icon | Peter Crolla
Peter Crolla joins The Judge Reviews Podcast to share the incredible story behind one of Scotland's most recognisable family businesses. From humble beginnings…
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More Than Just An Actor | Atta Yaqub's Incredible Journey
From breakthrough actor to mentor, presenter and community leader, Atta Yaqub has spent over 20 years making an impact both on and off the screen. In this…
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What They Don't Tell You About Running SIDES | Vikkstar123
In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, I sit down with Vikkstar123 from the Sidemen to discuss the reality of building and scaling SIDES into one of the…
The Judge ReviewsFunny, Chaotic & Real 😭 | Grillzz Owners on Glasgow Food Scene.
From Govanhill life to building one of Glasgow’s busiest food brands… this episode was chaos from start to finish 😭 Harris and Aadil from Grillzz join me for a…
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He Runs One Of Glasgow’s Most Famous Chip Shops… Now He Wants To Fight
From running one of Glasgow’s most respected chip shops to preparing for boxing… this is the story of Fanta. 🥊🍟 Known across the food scene for his recipes…
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No Excuses. Just Mindset. | Azeem x Lewis (This Will Wake You Up)
This episode is different. Azeem doesn’t complain — he builds. Lewis doesn’t talk — he lives it. Two different journeys. One message: your mindset decides…
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Food Reviewers vs Fitness Influencers… Who’s Actually REAL? 👀 | Sher Eats & Sophia Hassan
Two completely different industries… same problem. In this episode, we sit down with Sher Eats — one of Glasgow’s original food reviewers — and Sophia Hassan…
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White Collar Boxing CHAOS? TB Promotions vs Reality (Scotland Special)
This episode gets REAL.We’ve got TB Promotions in the building — one of the most talked-about white collar boxing promoters in the UK. Big views, big events……
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I Was Homeless… Now I’m Building a Global Food Brand
From being homeless to building a global food brand — this is the real story behind Doner Shack. In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, Sanj breaks down…
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The Non Flying Scotsman | Glasgow, Food & Slow Travel
What happens when you reject the easiest way to travel in the modern world? In this episode, we sit down with James Patterson — better known as The Non Flying…
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You Don’t Know Real Hip Hop… | DJ Naeem (30 Years in the Game)
DJ Naeem joins The Judge Reviews Podcast for a deep dive into real hip hop culture, DJing, and over 30 years in the game.From the mixtape era to today’s…
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The Hair Queen of Glasgow 💇♀️ Fixing Hair Disasters & Building a Beauty Empire | Fajar Rana
In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, we sit down with Fajar Rana, founder of Heiress Hair & Beauty — one of Glasgow’s go-to salons for colour…
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The Story Behind Shawlands Continental | Family Business, Food & Glasgow with Hashim who can still bust a move
Today on The Judge Reviews Podcast, we sit down with Hashim — the man behind Shawlands Continental, one of Glasgow’s most loved international food stores. What…
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What Really Happened at the RT Elite Fight Night? 🥊 + The Next Show April 12th | Judge Reviews Podcast
On this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, Raz Parnez from RT Elite Promotions is back in the hot seat. Last time we spoke about the upcoming fight night —…
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16 Hours For One Brisket | Inside Scotland’s Texas BBQ Scene (Fire & Smoke BBQ)
Fire & Smoke BBQ is bringing authentic Texas-style low and slow barbecue to Scotland — and it’s nothing like the BBQ most people are used to. On this episode…
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Events, Pressure, TRT & Discipline: Jibran After The Diamond Wedding Show
Jibran from Diamond Events returns to The Judge Reviews Podcast following the hugely successful Diamond Wedding Show. From organising and hosting the event…
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Shish Mahal Glasgow Podcast | History, Success & Chicken Tikka Masala Origins
In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, we sit down with Asif from the legendary Shish Mahal — the next generation behind one of Glasgow’s most iconic…
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Munching Akhi Speaks Out 👀 | Manchester Food Scene, Viral Moments & Influencer Reality
This week on The Judge Reviews Podcast we’re joined by Manchester’s own Munching Akhi — one of the UK’s most recognisable food reviewers and social…
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“Silence Is Killing Men” — Inside Men Unfiltered with Kieron
n this powerful episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, Jay sits down with Kieron, founder of Men Unfiltered, to have an honest, no-filter conversation about…
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Abby (Three Brothers) & Afra (Quantum Builders): Childhood Pals, Secret Businesses & £2,000 Mike Tyson Shorts
Abby from Three Brothers and Afra from Quantum Builders are back on the hot seat — but this time it’s less business chat and more real talk between childhood…
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Inside Moss Coffeehouse: Food, Family & Southside Energy
In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, Jay sits down with the main man behind Moss Coffeehouse — a true Southside staple.From busy breakfasts to lively…
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Manchester’s Most Brutally Honest Food Reviewer | Chow Reviews
In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, Jay sits down with one of Manchester’s most outspoken food creators — Chow Reviews. They dive deep into the world…
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Faiza Baqir | Behind the Brush: Bridal Glam, Big Business & Glasgow Weddings
In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, Jay sits down with one of Glasgow’s most in-demand bridal makeup artists to talk about what really goes on behind…
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In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, we sit down with Ahmed, the owner of Figo’s, alongside Ussy (aka Paijan) — the staff member and social media face behind the brand.
In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, we sit down with Ahmed, the owner of Figo’s, alongside Ussy (aka Paijan) — the staff member and social media face…
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I spoke to Raz & Shehbaz of Ring Time Promotions and RT Elite Promotions
I spoke to Raz & Shehbaz of Ring Time Promotions and RT Elite Promotions, from boxing to being Scotlands only asian Promoter and everything inbetween
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Tayab of Diamond Executive travel Scotland talks about being hungry for success
Tayab of Diamond Executive travel Scotland talks about being hungry for success and the lack of support locally
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Blavo of Send Lokation with some home truths for everyone
Blavo of Send Lokation with some home truths for everyone! influencers, businesses and everyone in between ! Enjoy
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Adam & Qamar of Lamego's tell us why they are so busy and the graft it took to get here as a team
Adam & Qamar of Lamego's tell us why they are so busy and the graft it took to get here as a team, this is a true rags to riches story!
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Jibran of Diamond Events tells us why he is No 1
Jibran of Diamond Events tells us why he is No 1 from massive weddings to what it takes to run a large scale operation on your special day.
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Afra of Quantum builders , from Mr DIY to National building & how he got there
Afra of Quantum builders , from Mr DIY to National building & how he got there We talk about life in the trade and more behind the man.
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Lauren Ryan of Bright Path talking recruitment and how she became a director
Lauren talks about how she became a director of her own company and the ups and downs of the recruitment world, tune in for some great insights
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Shaf from Steak Lounge & Grill DO NOT MISS
learn about what it takes to serve premium steak, Shaf talks about life in the city centre and his pet hates!
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Bashar of Damasqino
What a story, Passion, Hunger and Pride. You wont want to miss this!!
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Jordan of Spuddies!
Uuuft! we talk about God, Growth and how much influencers want for content... Kam Productions
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Glasgow Cakes
I am joined by Mariyah & Aunti Ishrat, we have a good laugh and talk about mother and daughter dynamics as well as going from kitchen to business!
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Primal Feast/Scomelette
I’m joined by Imran who own Primal Feast & Scomelette, we talk about his journey from humble beginnings in Charing Cross in the Westend working as a waiter to…
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Claudio Zecchino
I’m joined by Claudio Zecchino who is a commercial proper agent but also has years in the hospitality industry, starting from when his father had Alberto’s in…
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Kofi Kade
Today I’m joined by Rukshan of Kofi Kade, we talk authentic food as well as his time in London kitchens aswell as how to manage a new business