EP15: Risky Roadz: The Man Who Filmed Grime’s Golden Era | The Champ and Contender Podcast

Legendary grime videographer Risky Roadz sits down with hosts Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore for an unfiltered deep dive into his journey—from borrowing money for his first camera to becoming the architect of grime’s visual legacy.

🔥 In this episode:

• The early days filming iconic freestyles that defined a generation
• Behind-the-scenes stories with grime legends like Skepta, Wiley, D Double E, and more
• How Risky Roadz captured the raw energy of the scene & helped shape its culture
• Health battles, personal growth, and his unexpected passion for cooking
• The future of grime—where’s the scene headed next?

🎥 From street tapes to stadiums, this is the story of the man who put grime on screen.

📌 Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro to The Champ and Contender

00:18 - Meet Risky Roadz: The Grime Documentarian

02:09 - Early Days of Filming Grime’s Underground

04:12 - The Evolution of Risky Roadz’s Craft

07:53 - Grime’s Cultural Impact & Personal Reflections

13:59 - Grime vs. British Music: A Legacy Defined

22:49 - The Future of Grime & Risky’s Vision

29:38 - Ska Fashion & Dizzee Rascal’s Influence

30:04 - How Grime Music Has Evolved

31:06 - Wiley: The Godfather’s Impact

32:00 - Artistic Freedom in Grime’s Golden Era

36:13 - Behind the Lens: Storyboarding & Directing

37:53 - Health Struggles & Overcoming Adversity

41:02 - Grime Grand & Family Fame Stories

45:28 - Juggling Careers & What’s Next for Risky

47:16 - Cooking as Therapy: Risky’s Instagram Kitchen

51:44 - 🔥 Shot Stopper Game: Grime Artist Showdown!

56:23 - Kano vs. Lethal Bizzle: Who Takes the Crown?

57:32 - D Double E’s Unmatched Influence

59:19 - Devlin’s Lyricism & Brotherhood in Grime

01:00:57 - D Double E vs. The Scene: A Deep Dive

01:05:12 - ⚽ Arsenal Talk & Football Banter

01:16:15 - Final Thoughts & Life Lessons

01:17:08 - Advice for Aspiring Videographers

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