In this episode, Adam Smith sits down with football creator and presenter Ellis Platten (@AwayDaysFootball) for an unfiltered conversation about life online, the evolution of football content, and the reality of building a career in the modern media landscape whilst dealing with your own problems and growth.
From YouTube beginnings and mental health challenges to finding authenticity in an industry driven by clicks, Ellis opens up about what it really takes to stay creative, stay relevant, and stay true to yourself.
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How WillNE BEAT The YouTube Algorithm 🤯
In this episode, we sit down with WillNE to talk about his incredible career on YouTube, life at university and the art of making amazing videos that rack up millions of views.
We cover everything from:
• The most Will has ever spent on a video 💸
• How his YouTuber FPL league is both fun and chaotic ⚽
• Behind-the-scenes stories from his YouTube journey 📹
• The challenges of staying relevant in a fast-moving industry 🚀
Whether you’re a YouTube fan or aspiring creator, this unfiltered conversation has it all.
Thanks again to Will Lenney for his time.
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GEORGE CLARKEY: STRICTLY Secrets, Finding LOVE & Sidemen INSIDE Stories 👀
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Step inside the world of YouTube comedy... In this episode of Inside the Industry: Unfiltered, we’re joined by creator and viral personality George Clarkey for an honest and comedy-filled conversation.
George opens up about his audition for Strictly, the reality of finding love in the public eye, and shares exclusive Sidemen insight that you won’t hear anywhere else 👀. Expect laughs, insights, and plenty of unfiltered moments.
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LAURENCE MCKENNA: Rebuilding Career With CHUNKZ + The Kick Off & XO FALLOUT 😱
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In this candid episode of Inside the Industry: Unfiltered, we sit down with Laurence McKenna — one of the UK’s most recognisable voices in sports media and content creation. From building a career in the digital age to working with some of the biggest names in football and podcasting, Laurence opens up about the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned along the way.
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This interview contains references to online abuse and threats of violence. Viewer discretion is advised.
Laurence has worked with the biggest names online, from: Chunkz to True Geordie, WillNE to Jordan Henderson. He talks about his rise through the industry, his biggest struggles behind the scenes, and the personal growth that shaped him beyond the microphone. This is an honest, insightful conversation about creativity, resilience, and what it really takes to thrive in today’s media landscape.
If you’re passionate about media, sports, or simply want a peek behind the curtain of a modern creator’s life, this episode is not to be missed.
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Theo Baker on building Pitch Side, Injury nightmares & Mbappe SECRETS 🤯
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Football creator, influencer and YouTube star Theo Baker joins Inside the Industry: Unfiltered for an in-depth conversation about his rise to stardom and the journey that made him one of the UK’s most recognisable online personalities.
In this episode, Theo opens up about:
How he built his audience on YouTube and social media following
Behind-the-scenes of creating viral football content with Neymar
His experiences working with major brands, footballers and creators
The ups and downs of internet fame and maintaining authenticity
His future plans, ambitions and advice for aspiring creators
Whether you’re a fan of Theo Baker’s football videos, love creator interviews, or want to understand how to succeed in the digital world, this episode is packed with insights.
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Inside the Industry: Unfiltered, Series 2: a Weekly Video Podcast hosted by Adam Smith. The Podcast launched in October 2023 and forms part of Upload Agency's impressive new Podcast Studio Production arm. Each week Adam Smith (Represented by Inter Talent) will be sitting down with some of the biggest names from the world of YouTube, TV, Sport and entertainment to discuss what really goes on Inside The Industry. Smithy will be delving into the highs and the lows of their careers, the challenges they have faced along the way as well some exclusive, never been told before stories. Of course, we will be having a laugh along the way as well. Guests will be giving you their secrets to success and as well as advice and tips on how to make it to the top.
In collaboration with Upload Productions
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