Ladders podcast is a raw, unfiltered journey through the come-up — hosted by Greatness Dex, Skepta’s right-hand and a respected figure in UK music, fashion and entertainment culture. Across eight episodes, Dex sits down with artists, creatives, hustlers, and visionaries who climbed from the ground up, one rung at a time. No industry gloss. No shortcuts. Just real conversations about resilience, risks, reinvention — "where they started, where they think they are and where they are going, and what it really takes to elevate.
Whether you’re building something from scratch or stuck figuring out your next move, Ladders is your blueprint for getting it by any means.
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Ladders podcast is a raw, unfiltered journey through the come-up — hosted by Greatness Dex, Skepta’s right-hand and a respected figure in UK music, fashion and entertainment culture. Across eight episodes, Dex sits down with artists, creatives, hustlers, and visionaries who climbed from the ground up, one rung at a time. No industry gloss. No shortcuts. Just real conversations about resilience, risks, reinvention — "where they started, where they think they are and where they are going, and what it really takes to elevate.
Whether you’re building something from scratch or stuck figuring out your next move, Ladders is your blueprint for getting it by any means.
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🎙️ Episode 5 of the Ladders Podcast "The journey behind the grind".
From BMX to business moves, from chaos to clarity, Ryan Taylor joins us to talk mindset, money, and making your own lane.
From breaking bones to breaking barriers, Ryan’s story is one of risk, resilience, and relentless drive. He’s gone from viral stunts to building brands, from controversy to control, proving that reinvention is part of the climb.
⏱️ Timestamps:
02:00 - Family, upbringing and Ryan's start in BMX riding
09:00 - Early youtube career, being banned from B&Q and Halfords
11:00 - Boxing
16:35 - The highs and lows of content creation
19:30 - Filming with Jake & Logan Paul, KSI and the creation of the overnight challenge
22:00 - Collective Bikes community, community rides and phone snatching
26:00 - Navigating pressure within the industry
28:00 - The infamous bikes on the Bugatti
30:50 - Getting demonetised on YouTube
36:30 - Regrets or the lack of regrets
37:30 - Beef with Mist in the public eye
42:00 - Business and creating opportunities for the youth
45:00 - Ryan's vision and future plans
47:00 - DJ Cuppy, growth and past relationships
51:00 - Where does Ryan see himself on the ladder?
56:00 - Being banned from the O2 and Central Cee
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💬 What’s one lesson from your own climb that keeps you moving forward?
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