Steve Bunce tells Caroline Barker the most extraordinary stories from his long career in journalism. First up we hear about the life of stuntman, bodyguard and boxer Nosher Powell who exchanged letters with Steve. From appearances in James Bond films to the Two Ronnies, Nosher was a showbiz staple with TV with film credits in Ben-Hur, Are You Being Served and Henry V to go alongside his life in the ring.

Plus, get the full story of Iran's most famous and decorated sportsman, the Olympic Gold Medalist, Gholamreza Takhti. He was a hero to the nation and to the WWE legend, the Iron Sheik.

Discover the dark places Steve had to visit in order to research the Wrestling Hall of Famer, Takhti's battle with the Shah of Iran and the mystery surrounding his death.

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