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Kenny McIntosh is the man behind Inside the Ropes. He has toured the UK with many of the biggest names in the world of professional wrestling, sharing a stage and putting the tough questions to a veritable who’s who of the industry, from Bret Hart to Paul Heyman to Bill Goldberg to Shawn Michaels to Eric Bischoff. You can also find him podcasting every single week with Powerslam's Fin Martin.

Kenny joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' to talk about the rise of Inside The Ropes, reflect back on his WhatCulture tenure and share his favourite wrestling match of all time.

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'The Chainsaw Queen' Paige Collett personifies what resilience and what it means to be a fighter.

Trained by Bobby Blaze, Funaki and WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi, a freak injury inside the wrestling ring left Collett with a diagnosis of CRPS, confined to a wheelchair by her mid twenties. Yet Paige has chronicled her 'Wrestling With CRPS' journey every step of the way, and is determined to return to the wrestling business even stronger - she's now going down for the three count anytime soon! Paige Collett joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' to share her inspiring story so far.Help Wrestling Life to grow:Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2m34exs6Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yvv9zuauAmazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/57xby2wsBuy official merchandise from Fighters First: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-vealConnect with Wrestling Life on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonlineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonlineFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonlineX: https://x.com/wlifeonlineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wrestlinglifeonlineWebsite: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.

TNA original James Storm’s run in the pro wrestling business has been nothing short of prolific. A 28 year career inside the ropes has seen the ‘Cowboy’ square off against countless top talents en route to becoming TNA world champion and a fourteen-time NWA and TNA tag title holder as one half of two of the promotion’s biggest ever tandems. Now aged 47 and splitting his time across acting, working in real estate and training the next generation of wrestlers, Storm has reached a stage in his life where he can look back with pride on everything he has accomplished and smile.

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Straight outta Dudleyville, WWE Hall of Famer and one half of the most decorated tag team in wrestling history, D-Von Dudley, joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to reflect back on a remarkable career. 
D-Von talks about his upbringing, the important role that faith has played throughout his life, how ECW's Paul Heyman shaped the D-Von character, making tag team history alongside Bubba Ray and reinventing the business with the Hardy Boyz and Edge and Christian in iconic TLC matches. He also shares why his Reverend D-Von solo run didn't work out in 2002, his passion for helping the next generation and big plans for 2025 and beyond.

Emmy Award winning podcaster and host of hugely-successful show INSIGHT joins Ben Veal for episode 50 of Wrestling Life to talk about his journey through the wrestling business, recording with so many of the industry's biggest names and what's still to come.Buy BADD TO GOOD by Marc Mero with Ben Veal - The Inspiring Story of a Wrestling Wildman!

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"My whole life changed; it was an incredible journey through Dusty Rhodes." WCW and WWF star Marc Mero shares memories of being mentored by legendary wrestling veteran Dusty Rhodes, the role that 'The American Dream' played in the creation of the flamboyant Johnny B Badd character - and his memories of playing that iconic persona in World Championship Wrestling. Full, inspiring 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' interview with Marc Mero is out now: https://youtu.be/mIbD79CUIPk?si=k6e3WTc2RUa224Ss

Who had the best DDT in pro wrestling? Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts? Arn Anderson? Raven? British wrestling veteran RJ Singh has been the ‘King of the DDT’ since 2022 - and speaks on ‘Wrestling Life with Ben Veal’ about making the move a finisher once again and why protecting finishing moves is a forgotten art in wrestling today.

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Former WCW star and current professional wrestling trainer and inspirational speaker Brad 'Lodi' Cain joins Ben Veal to share his incredible journey of returning to the squared circle after heart surgery.

Brad also opens up his time in World Championship Wrestling, growing in fellowship with other men through the 'Wait Room Revival Sessions', learning from Arn Anderson and preparing the next generation of wrestlers through Team Fearless Training Academy.

The summer of 2001 in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) provided wrestling fans with some of their most beloved memories, as headliners Stone Cold Steve Austin and Kurt Angle forged an unlikely friendship that resulted in incredible on-screen chemistry. In this clip from 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal', WWE Hall of Fame Kurt Angle remembers that special time in his career - and one very small cowboy hat. #kurtangle #stonecoldsteveaustin #wwf #wwe #wweraw Subscribe:    / @wrestlinglifeonline   Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.wrestlinglife.online

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Multiple-time world heavyweight champion, Olympic Gold Medalist and WWE, TNA and Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame Kurt Angle has done it all inside the squared circle. The one and only Kurt Angle now joins Ben Veal on the #wrestlinglifepod to reflect back on an astonishing career, why he stopped wrestling, life since retiring, the joys of family life, his final run with WWE and what the future now has in store. Kurt Angle also talks about: - Making the decision to walk away from being an in-ring competitor - His respect for John Cena - How close he came to ending The Undertaker's WrestleMania streak in 2006 - Dream matches with Kenny Omega and Bryan Danielson - How his daughter saved his life - The WrestleMania 21 classic with Shawn Michaels - His final match ever against Baron Corbin - Creating comedy gold with Stone Cold Steve Austin - Being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame class of 2017 - Becoming an unexpected internet meme - The single greatest moment of his career. #kurtangle #wwe #wrestlinginterview #wwechampion #wwf #olympicgoldmedal Show some love to our special guest Kurt Angle: Pro Wrestling Tees: https://kurtanglebrand.com Physically Fit Nutrition: https://physicallyfit.com Subscribe: www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Support the show with our Fighters First clothing collection: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-veal Sponsors: Big Blue Cage - 5% of all belts with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE at checkout - https://www.bigbluecage.com Legacy Sports Nutrition - 10% off your order with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE - https://legacysupps.com Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline/ X: https://twitter.com/wlifeonline Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonline TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent

Lisa Marie Varon (Victoria in WWE / Tara in TNA) joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' to talk about her incredible career in World Wrestling Entertainment and reflect back on memories made. In this clip, Lisa talks about her first WWE Women''s Championship win over Trish Stratus at Madison Square Garden at Survivor Series 2002, how that hardcore match raised the bar for women's wrestling - and what went wrong. Lisa also discusses being a trailblazer and shares her thoughts on the WWE Women's Revolution. Subscribe to @wrestlinglifeonline for more real talk from real talent.

Why did Brock Anderson choose to walk away from All Elite Wrestling? What's it like to grow up as the son of a legendary WWE Hall of Famer? How is the former AEW star looking to now move his wrestling career forward? All of these questions - and much more - are answered in this fantastic #WrestllingLifePod conversation between special guest Brock Anderson and Wrestling Life Online's Ben Veal.

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Curt Hennig — better known to fans as Mr. Perfect — had it all: charisma, technical brilliance, and unmatched swagger in the ring.

A two-time WWE Intercontinental Champ and former AWA World Champion, his legacy lives on as one of the smoothest to ever do it. 💫

In the debut of our Gone Too Soon series, 'The People's Broker' Ash Ajaz joins Wrestling Life Online's Ben Veal on Ep. 51 of the #WrestlingLifePod for a deep-dive into the career of the most PERFECT man in pro wrestling history. 🎙️

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As Victoria in WWE and Tara in TNA, Lisa Marie Varon was a true trailblazer for women's wrestling; the seven-time women's champion's natural charisma and in-ring abilities paved the way for the talented female performers that would follow in her footsteps. 

Lisa joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' to reflect back on her career and to also talk about being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, her pre-wrestling career in the medical profession, the joy of bonding with friends So Cal Val and Mickie James through GAW TV, and the responsibility she now feels to be present and to provide a positive experience whenever meeting fans at conventions. 

In one short, unexpected sentence, British wrestling veteran Nathan Cruz saw his WWE dream vanish in the face of a failed medical and his biggest opponent so far: high blood pressure. Speaking honestly about the heartbreak and disappointment of coming within touching distance of being signed to a WWE contract, the 'Second II None' competitor spiralled mentally in the wake of the news - and it would be years before he could look back on the experience in a positive light. On the debut episode of the 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' podcast and YouTube series, Nathan shares his experiences and talks about how his friends helped him through tough times. #nathancruz #wwe #nxtuk #wrestlinginterview #britishwrestling Real talk from real talent. Check out the full interview now - here on YouTube and also on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts: www.wrestlinglife.online Produced by Geoff Easton, Tall Oak Productions: www.instagram.com/talloak_productions JOIN THE CONVERSATION WITH #WRESTLINGLIFEPOD Facebook: www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonline Threads: www.threads.net/wrestlinglifeonline Instagram: www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline ******** This episode of 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' is brought to you in partnership with our friends over at Legacy Sports Nutrition. Take your physical and mental performance to the next level with Test-X9, the natural testosterone booster that’s been professionally developed for testosterone enhancement. Clinically proven, Test X9 from Legacy Sports Nutrition is NSF certified, third party lab tested and made in the US of A - and it’s brought to you by friends of the show, three-time world champion Nick Aldis and 10-time world champion Mickie James. Nick developed and uses these products himself, so you know they work. No bull. No bro science. Just facts. It’s time to level up your strength, energy, libido and drive now with Test-X9, from Legacy Sports Nutrition. And if you want to really level-up, go for the Ultimate Test Stack, adding T-Assist, a pro grade estrogen inhibitor and test enhancer, and the best-selling sleep aid, Recovery PM, and discover why improving your sleep is the key to unlocking your mental and physical potential. Stop settling for average, go to LEGACYSUPPS.COM now and use the promo code WRESTLINGLIFE for 10% off your entire order - thats promo code WRESTLINGLIFE. Subscribe to have it shipped every 30 days and get the discount each and every time. www.legacysupps.com

'The Ambassador of British Wrestling' Doug Williams played a big role in the career of Nick Aldis - and now couldn't be happier to see his former British Invasion partner get his big break in WWE. In this 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' clip, the British wrestling veteran shares what he learned from working alongside Aldis in TNA and the NWA, how he feels about Nick Aldis being named Smackdown GM, why the ALL IN clash with Cody Rhodes was so significant - and his thoughts on Aldis taking an RKO from Randy Orton! #nickaldis #wwesmackdown #dougwilliams #wrestlinginterview #wwe #tnawrestling In-depth career interview - Nick Aldis with Ben Veal:    • Nick Aldis In-Depth Interview - A Wre...   Full episode with Doug Williams:    • Doug Williams on Wrestling Retirement...  

19-year British wrestling veteran Iestyn Rees has a great story to tell and a real passion for helping others to become the best that they can be.

The 'Alpha Male' of professional wrestling joins Ben Veal to reflect back on his journey so far and aspirations for the future, to share memories of sharing a ring with Cody Rhodes, Kevin Nash, Kip Sabian, Sha Samuels and many other top talents, and to talk about his recent experience as part of the revamped WOS Wrestling roster.

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WWE superstar Kurt Angle's Olympic win with "a broken freakin' neck" became a beloved catchphrase amongst sports entertainment fans - yet despite all of Angle's many accolades inside the WWE and TNA ring, winning Gold at the 1996 Olympic Games remains his proudest achievement. In this 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' interview clip, the WWE Hall of Famer opens up about how it felt to win Gold, and how it changed the trajectory of his life. Watch full interview: https://youtu.be/ZyY7qIIoG-Y?si=8sgYXpWt_irk--_Y #kurtangle #olympian #olympicgold #olympics #wwe #tna Subscribe: www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.wrestlinglife.online

Eric Bischoff made a shocking return to WWE as the Executive Director of Smackdown in 2019 - but it didn't last long. Guy Evans, co-writer of Bischoff's second autobiography 'Grateful;', shares his thoughts on why it happened, and why it was also destined for failure from the outset. Watch full interview: https://youtu.be/LCUhKcYbrFU?si=gOMUQaFInYTomBeh #wcw #mondaynightwars #guyevans #ericbischoff #wrestlinginterview Subscribe: www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Subscribe to our channel: www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Prefer to listen to your wrestling conversations? Subscribe to the pod: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cTdAV4LRqhVyztgTzu6Td?si=7f222b82cff945bc Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/wrestling-life-with-ben-veal/id1712714175 Amazon Music: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLFCX7JR?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_1127MNMBJ91EJ9SQQNWZ Support the show with our Fighters First clothing collection: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-veal Sponsors: Big Blue Cage - 5% of all belts with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE at checkout - https://www.bigbluecage.com Legacy Sports Nutrition - 10% off your order with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE - https://legacysupps.com Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline/ X: https://twitter.com/wlifeonline Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonline TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent

Lilian Garcia is a WWE history maker and one of the most beloved personalities from the Attitude and Ruthless Aggression Eras.

Lilian made history as the first woman to ring-announce WrestleMania and also gave a record-breaking three musical performances at the ‘Granddaddy of Them All.’

This barrier breaker exudes positivity and energy, and as well as being a celebrated singer, award-nominated podcast host and legendary ring announcer in the worlds of both pro wrestling and MMA, Lilian is now also an international keynote speaker, on a mission to help instil Arena Level Confidence into everyone that she meets.

Lilian Garcia joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' to share her story.Help Wrestling Life to grow:Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2m34exs6Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yvv9zuauAmazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/57xby2wsBuy official merchandise from Fighters First: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-vealConnect with Wrestling Life on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonlineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonlineFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonlineX: https://x.com/wlifeonlineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wrestlinglifeonlineWebsite: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.

Muhammad Hassan was one of the most controversial characters in WWE history. Now the man behind the persona, Marc Copani, opens up about his time in the wrestling business, the controversy surrounding his character, the blurred lines between faction and fiction in professional wrestling, and about his life working in education since leaving WWE.This is Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: https://youtu.be/ZVbsz-9m0uQ?si=jq_wK0f-Qvo1rYpn

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The story of John Skyler, in many ways, is just beginning - despite the veteran performer stepping into the squared circle almost 1,500 times to date over a fifteen-year professional wrestling career. Skyler has been a mainstay on the IMPACT Wrestling roster since signing a multi-year deal with the promotion last year and, alongside The Good Hands tag team partner Jason Hotch, is growing his reputation week-on-week as one of the many exciting talents competing on the promotion's roster today. With a much-publicised rebranding back to TNA due to take place in 2024, Skyler is very positive about the company's future, as he shares with Wrestling Life Online's Ben Veal on the #WrestlingLifePod. #tnaisback #tna #johnskyler #impactwrestling #wrestlinginterview

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Wrestling fans rejoiced in 2016 at the news that ITV was bringing back 'World of Sport' to TV screens for the first time in more than three decades. The beloved home of Big Daddy, Giant Haystacks, Kendo Nagasaki and many more grappling greats would be re-introduced for a modern audience. #WOSwrestling #worldofsport #nathancruz #grado #willospreay #britishwrestling Any initial concerns about how professional wrestling would be presented to the UK mainstream were swiftly overcome by the stacked talent roster brought in for WOS Wrestling - Grado, Will Ospreay, Rampage Brown, Sha Samuels, Nathan Cruz and Davey Boy Smith Jr all competed on the new show, with legendary WWE and WCW personality and current AEW customer Jim Ross calling the action and famous faces such as Jeff Jarrett and Stu 'Wade Barrett' Bennett adding to the big show feel. Yet despite all of this, WOS Wrestling was axed by ITV after just one season - and while it would pave the way for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) to forge a very successful partnership with the channel, it can certainly be argued that a big opportunity was missed to showcase the very best of British wrestling scene in its brightest light to a national audience. In this clip from the debut episode of 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal', British wrestling star Nathan Cruz shares his memories of being part of the WOS talent roster, what went wrong, and how the show - presented in a different way - could have been a big success. Real talk from real talent. Check out the full interview now - here on YouTube and also on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts: www.wrestlinglife.online Produced by Geoff Easton, Tall Oak Productions: www.instagram.com/talloak_productions JOIN THE CONVERSATION WITH #WRESTLINGLIFEPOD Facebook: www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonline Threads: www.threads.net/wrestlinglifeonline Instagram: www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline ******** This episode of 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' is brought to you in partnership with our friends over at Legacy Sports Nutrition. Take your physical and mental performance to the next level with Test-X9, the natural testosterone booster that’s been professionally developed for testosterone enhancement. Clinically proven, Test X9 from Legacy Sports Nutrition is NSF certified, third party lab tested and made in the US of A - and it’s brought to you by friends of the show, three-time world champion Nick Aldis and 10-time world champion Mickie James. Nick developed and uses these products himself, so you know they work. No bull. No bro science. Just facts. It’s time to level up your strength, energy, libido and drive now with Test-X9, from Legacy Sports Nutrition. And if you want to really level-up, go for the Ultimate Test Stack, adding T-Assist, a pro grade estrogen inhibitor and test enhancer, and the best-selling sleep aid, Recovery PM, and discover why improving your sleep is the key to unlocking your mental and physical potential. Stop settling for average, go to LEGACYSUPPS.COM now and use the promo code WRESTLINGLIFE for 10% off your entire order - thats promo code WRESTLINGLIFE. Subscribe to have it shipped every 30 days and get the discount each and every time. www.legacysupps.com

WWE Hall of Famer, three-time WWE world champion, former TNA world champion and bestselling author Mick Foley joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' for an exclusive interview to talk about a very special fundraising project with the Childfund charity. The Hardcore Legend also shares stories about his rivalries with Triple H and Randy Orton, whether Royal Rumble 2000 should have been his retirement match, the incredible success of Have A Nice Day!, his thoughts on Al Snow, how close he came to having one more match with either Matt Cardona or MJF and a whole lot more. Owwww, have mercy!

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Dylan Postl’s smaller size has never stopped him from dreaming big.

Despite living with disproportionate dwarfism — achondroplasia — the Oshkosh, Wisconsin native has well and truly carved his name into sports entertainment’s history books as Hornswoggle: WWE Cruiserweight Champion, D-Generation X member and 2007’s PWI Rookie of the Year.

Postl is now beginning to look back on his many achievements and the impact he made on the industry, and joins Ben Veal on the #WrestlingLifePod to share memories.

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The British wrestling scene has experienced an incredible revival over the last decade. Independent promotions up and down the country have delivered incredible in-ring action and countless memorable moments to fans, while TNA's British Boot Camp, ITV's WOS reboot and WWE's NXT UK programme have all provided international platforms for the United Kingdom's top talent to ply their trade. In this short clip from episode 002 of 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal', Matt Burden from Future Pro Wrestling (FPW) recollects some of his favourite memories from being part of British wrestling's resurgence - and lessons learned the hard way as a new wrestling promoter. #britishwrestling #worldofsport #supportindywrestling #nxtuk #tna #fpw Check out the full interview now:    • Future Pro Wrestling's Matt Burden on...  

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Future Pro Wrestling champion Roy Johnson has learnt a lot about himself through spending the last decade as a professional wrestler.

Committed to promoting and encouraging more inclusion within the industry as the curator of Everything Patterned - the first time a show of all Black wrestlers had ever been staged in the UK - 'Ibiza's Favourite Wrestler' is proud of what he's accomplished but also realistic about how much longer he can continue to go on for inside the squared circle. 'Big Wavy' joins Wrestling Life Online's Ben Veal on the #wrestlinglifepod to talk about his experience in the NXT UK Championship Tournament, wrestling with burnout and self-doubt, and when it'll be the right time to walk away for good. #britishwrestling #diversity #fpw #supportindywrestling #wrestlinginterview Subscribe to our channel:    / @wrestlinglifeonline   Prefer to listen to your wrestling conversations? Subscribe to the pod: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cTdAV4... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... Amazon Music: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLFCX7J... Support the show with our Fighters First clothing collection: https://fightersfirst.shop/collection... Sponsors: Big Blue Cage - 5% of all belts with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE at checkout - https://www.bigbluecage.com Legacy Sports Nutrition - 10% off your order with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE - https://legacysupps.com Follow us: Instagram:   / wrestlinglifeonline   X:   / wlifeonline   Facebook:   / wrestlinglifeonline   TikTok:   / wrestlinglifeonline   Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent

Mike Chioda is one of the most respected and beloved professional wrestling referees of all time - the 'third man in the ring' for iconic #WrestlingWWE moments including The Rock vs Hulk Hogan's 'Icon vs Icon' WrestleMania X8 clash, The Rock vs John Cena's 'Once In A Lifetime' collision at WrestleMania XXVIII, and Kurt Angle and Shane McMahon's death-defying KOTR 2021 collision. When WWE announced a series of talent cut-backs in April 2020 at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many were surprised to see Mike Chioda's name on the list, after 35 years with the company. Four years on from being let go, Mike Chioda joins Ben Veal on the #wrestlinglifepod to share what happened. Full Mike Chioda interview: https://youtu.be/JE2UYcvVr4M?si=Ox7u5xe9ACwLUrav #wrestlinginterview #mikechioda #wwfwrestling #therock #wwesmackdown #wrestlingpodcast Show some love to our special guest Mike Chioda: Pro Wrestling Tees: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/mikechioda.html Figure Collections: https://shop.figurecollections.com/product/chioda Subscribe: www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Support the show with our Fighters First clothing collection: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-veal Sponsors: Big Blue Cage - 5% of all belts with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE at checkout - https://www.bigbluecage.com Legacy Sports Nutrition - 10% off your order with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE - https://legacysupps.com Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline/ X: https://twitter.com/wlifeonline Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonline TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent

Eugene’s eventful WWE run provided moments of levity and light relief at a time when World Wrestling Entertainment was transitioning towards a more reality-based presentation. The man behind the persona, Nick Dinsmore, now speaks openly about the controversial character and the impact it had on many fans.Nick joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to share memories of his run as Eugene, being the 'special nephew' of Eric Bischoff, working with Hulk Hogan, Triple H, The Rock and Vince McMahon, his time in OVW, training future talent in NXT and much more.#wrestling #wwe #kurtangle #ericbischoff This is Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: https://youtu.be/ZVbsz-9m0uQ?si=jq_wK0f-Qvo1rYpnPrefer to listen to wrestling interviews instead? We've got you covered!Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2m34exs6Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yvv9zuauAmazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/57xby2wsBecome a sponsor - advertise your brand: https://www.wrestlinglife.online/advertiseConnect with Wrestling Life on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonlineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonlineFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonlineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wrestlinglifeonlineWebsite: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.

British wrestling industry trailblazer Jonny Storm joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to reflect back on a 30-year career in the business.One of British wrestling’s most influential and innovative talents, Jonny Storm is a true veteran of the game who has plied his trade globally across Ring of Honor, Combat Zone Wrestling, TNA, Japan, throughout the Middle East and of course competing throughout the UK as one of the biggest names in the FWA and One Pro Wrestling. Having recent published his unexpected professional wrestling journey in book form, Jonny Storm looks back at a highly eventful career and sharing the squared circle with AJ Styles, Jerry Lynn, Doug Williams and so many other wrestling greats.

Wrestling for WCW from 1991 until the promotion was forced to close its doors in 2001, Marcus Bagwell worked with an incredible array of talent, many of whom became long-lasting friends to this day. In this clip from 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal', Bagwell talks candidly about the daunting WCW locker room and the friendships that have endured beyond the squared circle. Watch full episode: https://youtu.be/CvTpWLBEpk8?si=1UDsfFfqAhc22Y6W

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Stevie Richards and Victoria were inseparable on WWE programming in the early 2000s - but what was their real-life relationship like behind the scenes? Women's wrestling trailblazer Lisa Marie Varon (Victoria in WWE / Tara in TNA) joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' to talk about working with ECW original Stevie Richards, how he helped to shape her character and performance, and doing public appearances together. Subscribe to @wrestlinglifeonline now for real talk from real talent.

The much-discussed WWF RAW IS WAR main event between WCW stars Booker T and Buff Bagwell that aired on July 2, 2001 has gone down in the history books as a key milestone in the highly flawed WCW Invasion angle. In this clip from 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal', Buff Bagwell shares his memories from the clash, the fallout, and what really happened. Watch full episode: https://youtu.be/CvTpWLBEpk8?si=ItiCLoDJax_N4bq- Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.

What was behind the meteoric rise of World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in the mid-1990s? How did the Atlanta-based promotion best the WWF in the television ratings war for 83 consecutive weeks? What led to WCW's shocking buyout by its biggest competitor in 2001 - and how did WWE's lengthy monopoly on the industry impact the world of professional wrestling?

Guy Evans is the author of three great wrestling books: NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW, Grateful with Eric Bischoff, and Sitting Ringside: Volume 1 with David Penzer.

He joins Wrestling Life Online's Ben Veal on the #wrestlinglifepod to talk:

• His journey to writing NITRO with zero industry contacts at the time, and how that helped the creative process
• The untold stories that existed within Turner, and how telling these helps to contextualise WCW's rapid decline
• Working with Eric Bischoff on his second autobiography Grateful
• How professional wrestling is a cyclical business, and learnings that AEW should take away from the WCW story
• Developing brand new book Sitting Ringside: Volume 1 alongside David Penzer.

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Former NXT UK star Sha Samuels speaks openly on the #WrestlingLifePod about his experiences as part of that brand, working alongside Noam Dar and the evolution of his character, and returning to the WWE as a coach at the promotion's Performance Center. #nxtuk #wwe #wweperformancecenter #prowrestlingtraining #shasamuels Full interview also available now:    • 'The East End Butcher' Sha Samuels on...   Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent. JOIN THE CONVERSATION WITH ⁠⁠⁠⁠#WRESTLINGLIFEPOD⁠⁠⁠ Support the show: Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonline⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠www.threads.net/wrestlinglifeonline⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline⁠⁠⁠ Produced by Geoff Easton, Tall Oak Productions: ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/talloak_productions⁠⁠⁠

Wrestling Life with Ben Veal is the YouTube interview series and podcast that shines the spotlight brightly - and positively - on the professional wrestling industry: candid, open, honest and inspiring conversations with the talent who defined wrestling's past, influence its present and will shape its future. ​ Award-winning communicator, journalist and lifelong wrestling fan Ben Veal invites guests to tell the stories that need telling: real talk from real talent. From Kurt Angle to 'Marvelous' Marc Mero to Candice Michelle to 'Hardcore Legend' Mick Foley, Ben speaks with the biggest names in the history of sports entertainment to get the stories behind the matches and moments that make wrestling the unique spectacle that it is today. Episodes are available via YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible and more: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2m34exs6 Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yvv9zuau Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/57xby2ws Get your official Wrestling Life merchandise now from Fighters First: https://fightersfirst.shop/collection... Connect with Wrestling Life on social media: Instagram:   / wrestlinglifeonline   TikTok:   / wrestlinglifeonline   Facebook:   / wrestlinglifeonline   X: https://x.com/wlifeonline LinkedIn:   / wrestlinglifeonline   Website: https://www.wrestlinglife.online

Former WCW and WWE wrestling star Marc Mero discusses his 30+ year friendship with Hall of Fame star Diamond Dallas Page and how competitive DDP still is years after leaving the squared circle behind. Full 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' interview with Marc Mero: https://youtu.be/mIbD79CUIPk?si=j5kLqeq7JDr4ZQ4C

What does it take to launch your own wrestling promotion? Is it really a dream come true for a fan - or a nightmare? What's the key to long-term success and carving out a niche in a very crowded marketplace?

Matt Burden is the co-founder of UK-based independent promotion Future Pro Wrestling (FPW). Based in Surrey, FPW has had a long and winding journey of success since running its first show back in 2011.

Matt joins Ben Veal on 'Wrestling Life' to talk about his path to running a wrestling company, booking and promoting shows, lessons learned the hard way, finding his feet amongst 'the boys' and falling foul of locker room etiquette. This is a great conversation and a must-listen for anyone that's followed the resurgence of British wrestling.

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Live from London, 'The Referee of our Childhood' Mike Chioda joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to reflect back on an incredible 35 year sports entertainment career and be inducted into the Wrestling Life Hall of Fame!

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Guy Evans shares memories of first interviewing and later working with former WCW president Eric Bischoff on 'Grateful', the follow-up to his first autobiography which picks up where 'Controversy Creates Cash' left off. Watch full interview:    • Guy Evans on NITRO's Success, WCW's D...  #wcw #mondaynightwars #guyevans #ericbischoff #wrestlinginterview Subscribe:    / @wrestlinglifeonline   Subscribe to our channel:    / @wrestlinglifeonline   Prefer to listen to your wrestling conversations? Subscribe to the pod: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cTdAV4... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... Amazon Music: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLFCX7J... Support the show with our Fighters First clothing collection: https://fightersfirst.shop/collection... Sponsors: Big Blue Cage - 5% of all belts with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE at checkout - https://www.bigbluecage.com Legacy Sports Nutrition - 10% off your order with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE - https://legacysupps.com Follow us: Instagram:   / wrestlinglifeonline   X:   / wlifeonline   Facebook:   / wrestlinglifeonline   TikTok:   / wrestlinglifeonline   Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent

WCW wrestling star Marcus 'Buff' Bagwell speaks with Ben Veal on his struggles with addiction, the challenges of fighting temptation while on the road, and reclaiming his life now through his sobriety journey. Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/CvTpWLBEpk8?si=UEfRv_HDcdb_2RwH Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.

WWE Hall of Famer and former WCW Senior Vice President Eric Bischoff joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to talk about enjoying life on the other side of the professional wrestling business, approaching 70 years of age and appreciating a quieter lifestyle with his wife of forty years Loree in beautiful Cody, Wyoming.

Eric also shares insight on his short-lived return to WWE in 2019 and discusses what the future has in store - 'Easy E' doesn't plan on slowing down anytime soon!

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Mike Chioda was the third man in the ring for so many of WWE's biggest moments in history. Mike returns to Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to relive some of those incredible matches, including Stone Cold Steve Austin's first WWF title win, Mick Foley's terrifying plunge from Hell In A Cell in 1998, John Cena and Usage's brutal clash at Royal Rumble 2007, what happened between The Undertaker and Goldberg in Saudi Arabia, and Seth Rollins cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase at WrestleMania 31.  

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The life of former WCW World Heavyweight Champion and United States Champion 'The Total Package' Lex Luger is a tale of two halves. After gaining through some very dark times in the early 2000s, Lex became a born again Christian in 2006 before suffering a severe spinal cord injury the following year and being diagnosed as a quadriplegic. However, 15 years on, the former WWF superstar has a hugely positive outlook and is now going on a personal wellbeing journey to boost his mobility alongside long-time friend DDP.

Lex is committed to sharing his life and testimony with others, and joins Wrestling Life Online's Ben Veal to talk about the positive impact that God has had in his life, and also to relive some golden memories from his time spent in the main event for both WCW and WWE. 

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Angelina Love and Psycho Boy Fodder are a great team both inside and outside of the squared circle! Meeting for the first time while working for the NWA, the pair married in 2023 and haven't looked back since.Fodder and Angelina join Wrestling Life Online's Ben Veal to talk married life, wrestling psychology and the art form of being heels and building a killer wrestling match. #angelinalove#psycholove#nwa#tna#wrestlinginterview#wrestlinglifepod Support our guests:Simplified Essentials by Lauren: https://www.etsy.com/shop/essentialss...Black Magic Supps: www.blackmagicsupps.comChemix Lifestyle: www.chemixlifestyle.comGenone Labs: www.genonelabs.comSubscribe:    / @wrestlinglifeonline  Subscribe to our channel:    / @wrestlinglifeonline  Prefer to listen to your wrestling conversations? Subscribe to the pod:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cTdAV4...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...Amazon Music: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLFCX7J...Support the show with our Fighters First clothing collection: https://fightersfirst.shop/collection...Sponsors:Big Blue Cage - 5% of all belts with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE at checkout - https://www.bigbluecage.comLegacy Sports Nutrition - 10% off your order with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE - https://legacysupps.comFollow us: Instagram:   / wrestlinglifeonline  X:   / wlifeonline  Facebook:   / wrestlinglifeonline  TikTok:   / wrestlinglifeonline  Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent

WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff is BACK and BETTER THAN EVER! 

The former WCW senior vice president joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal once again to share his honest thoughts on the Mr. McMahon documentary and his real views on Vince McMahon, as well as to talk candidly about his 30+ year friendship with Hulk Hogan, why Bret Hart's WCW run was so underwhelming, what led to the success of the new World order and why the Starrcade 97 main event missed the mark. 

What happened to Marc Mero after he left WWE? Why did 'The Wildman' character never really click in the World Wrestling Federation? What led to the creation of WCW's Johnny B Badd? How has Marc Mero transformed his life, and found his purpose, since leaving the squared circle behind?

All of these questions - and much more - are answered in this fantastic ⁠#WrestllingLifePod⁠ conversation between special guest Marc Mero and Ben Veal.

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Five-time WCW tag team champion Marcus 'Buff' Bagwell' had a remarkable run in World Championship Wrestling - and is perhaps most synonymous with the New World Order, the anti-hero super-faction that took the wrestling industry and mainstream culture by storm in the 1990s.

Yet Marcus Bagwell's personal journey is now getting set to eclipse his professional accomplishments, as the pro wrestling star is now committed to helping others battling with addiction and sharing his story of sobriety with the world.

Buff Bagwell joins Ben Veal on the #WrestlingLifePod to reflect back on his in-ring career, his enduring friendships with Sting, Lex Luger, DDP, Marc Mero and Scotty Riggs, his short-lived tenure in the WWF, and his ongoing sobriety.

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Marc Mero debuted in the World Wrestling Federation alongside then-wife Sable in early 1996 - a huge talent acquisition from WCW in the early days of the 'Monday Night Wars'. Unable to bring his popular Johnny B Badd character with him, however, Mero would be repackaged as 'The Wildman' - and he would face an uphill battle in the company from day one. In this short clip from Marc Mero's guest appearance on 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal', the former Intercontinental Champion explains why the 'Wildman' character failed and what hampered his success in the WWF.

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Wrestling Life's Ben Veal shares his reaction to Lilian Garcia making her return to WWE as a full-time announcer after Samantha Irvin quits the company. Watch full Linterview: https://youtu.be/qdRZDd41lbw Watch Lilian Garcia's real, raw and inspiring journey: https://youtu.be/JhQmfRQ_fGg?si=wkWBPATPYg7nk0Wc This is Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: https://youtu.be/ZVbsz-9m0uQ?si=jq_wK0f-Qvo1rYpn Prefer to listen to wrestling interviews instead? We've got you covered! Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2m34exs6 Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yvv9zuau Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/57xby2ws Become a sponsor - advertise your brand: https://www.wrestlinglife.online/advertise Buy official merchandise from Fighters First: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-veal

"I was p*ssed at first" says Kurt Angle, the multiple-time WWE champion and legendary professional wrestling competitor who unexpectedly became a meme in 2023 after his 'thousand yard stare' went viral. In this clip from 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal', the WWE and TNA Hall of Famer talks about his initial reaction and how he capitalised on the surprising global awareness. Watch full interview:    • Kurt Angle on Retirement, John Cena, ...  

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Lady Luck Lana Rae, The Legs of Pro Wrestling, joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to share her squared circle story so far, her love of women's wrestling, how WWE Divas such as Candice Michelle inspired her to step into the ring, and what comes next.

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Joining Ben Veal on the latest episode of 'Wrestling Life' is British wrestling veteran, the Prince of Mumbai' Rishi Ghosh. As he gets set to retire from the squared circle, Rishi speaks on the show about his 23 years of in-ring competition, the development of the 'Prince of Mumbai' character, being a wrestling villain, training the next generation of talent at the Quality Wrestling Academy, and explores his personal passion for making the sport as inclusive as possible. A great conversation with one of pro wrestling's true good guys - outside of the ring, at least!

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NITRO: The Incredible and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner’s WCW, goes into astonishing levels of detail about the true story of World Championship Wrestling - and its author, Guy Evans, did such a thorough job with telling the promotion’s story in a fair, balanced and impartial way that he was then entrusted by Eric Bischoff to support him with the writing of his second autobiography, Grateful. In this short clip from Guy's 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' interview, the author explains what inspired him to pen the untold story of WCW, and why the book has had such enduring popularity. #wcw #mondaynightwars #guyevans #ericbischoff #wrestlinginterview Subscribe: www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Subscribe to our channel: www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Prefer to listen to your wrestling conversations? Subscribe to the pod: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cTdAV4LRqhVyztgTzu6Td?si=7f222b82cff945bc Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/wrestling-life-with-ben-veal/id1712714175 Amazon Music: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLFCX7JR?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_1127MNMBJ91EJ9SQQNWZ Support the show with our Fighters First clothing collection: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-veal Sponsors: Big Blue Cage - 5% of all belts with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE at checkout - https://www.bigbluecage.com Legacy Sports Nutrition - 10% off your order with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE - https://legacysupps.com Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline/ X: https://twitter.com/wlifeonline Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonline TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent

Professional wrestling veteran Barry Darsow joins Ben Veal to share memories of his memorable run in the business, including: winning the WWF tag team champions three times with Bill 'Ax' Eadie as Demolition; making the creative transition to over-the-top villain The Repo Man in 1991; partnering with the likes of Jim Neidhart, Nikita Koloff and Ivan Koloff, working for Jim Crockett Promotions, and making the move to the World Wrestling Federation during one of the hottest times ever for the business.Subscribe to  @wrestlinglifeonline  for real talk from real talent.

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With almost 20 years’ experience in the professional wrestling business, NATHAN CRUZ has seen and done it all.

A former PROGRESS Wrestling world and tag team champion, holder of the New Generation Wrestling undisputed championship and head coach of Evo Wrestling Academy, Nathan Cruz has travelled the globe and has quite some story to tell - and he shares it all on the debut episode of brand new podcast and YouTube show 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal.'

This isn't your typical wrestling conversation; we’re not here to talk storylines or give star ratings to squared circle bouts. We’ll talking candidly about Nathan Cruz’s long and winding journey towards WWE, his journey from All Star Wrestling to present day, his memories of ITV's World of Sport reboot, the rich friendships made during two decades as a grappler, the mental health challenges of staying motivated during the pandemic, travelling the world through wrestling, passing the torch on to the next generation of stars as head coach of Evo Wrestling Academy and what’s still to come for ‘Second II None’ - prepare for a lot of ground to be covered during this inspiring and illuminating conversation.

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What happened to World Championship Wrestling during its last 18 months in business? Why was so much of its content unwatchable during its dying days? How did the infamous Hulk Hogan and Jeff Jarrett 'Bash At The Beach 2000' incident impact the company's long-term future?

NITRO author Guy Evans shares his viewpoint on 1999-2001 WCW.

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As the 'third man in the ring' for some of sports entertainment's biggest moments - from The Rock vs Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania X8 to The 123 Kid's shocking Monday Night Raw upset over Razor Ramon - legendary WWE referee Mike Chioda really has seen and done it all in the wrestling business.  Mike joins Ben Veal on the #wrestlinglifepod to reflect back on his incredible career, the art form of being a wrestling official, what it feels like now to be dubbed 'the referee of our childhood' - and the one piece of advice given to him by Gorilla Monsoon that changed everything.  Mike also talks about:

- The infamous moment in 2013 when the "MIKE CHIODA" chant broke out - Hitting the people's elbow - Being released by WWE in 2020 - Podcasting with Paul Bromwell

- Being chosen to referee Ric Flair's Last Match in 2022 - Learning how to take a bump differently from the boys - Hopes to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame #mikechioda #wwe #wrestlinginterview #wrestlingreferee #wwf #wweraw #aew

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Chad Lail made a name for himself in the National Wrestling Alliance and TNA, wit on to grow his wrestling legacy in NXT and the WWE, and in 2023 made the decision to retire from the professional wrestling business to pursue a very different career path.

A proud former United States marine, the man formerly known as Gunner and Jaxson Ryker joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' to share his story.

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Staten Island's Vinny Pacifico has travelled the world as an independent wrestler and has huge plans for 2025.

He is the Energy Drink King, a great follow on social media, has competed in the ring for AEW, New Japan, Ring of Honor and NXT and despite honing his craft inside a wrestling ring for over a decade, his squared circle journey is only just beginning.

In this Wrestling Life with Ben Veal conversation, Vinny talks about his path into wrestling, how Bryan Danielson influenced his career, carving out a niche in the business and harnessing the power of social media to build up a loyal fanbase.

Ben Veal, host of Wrestling Life, shares his opinion on the first two episodes of the long-awaited Netflix Mr. McMahon documentary. Subscribe to Wrestling Life for real talk from real talent. Help Wrestling Life to grow -- subscribe to the podcast: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2m34exs6 Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yvv9zuau Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/57xby2ws Buy official merchandise from Fighters First Clothing & Apparel: https://fightersfirst.shop/collection... Connect with Wrestling Life on social media: Instagram: / wrestlinglifeonline TikTok: / wrestlinglifeonline Facebook: / wrestlinglifeonline X: https://x.com/wlifeonline LinkedIn: / wrestlinglifeonline Website: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.

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Candice Michelle joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' to share her story.Help Wrestling Life to grow:Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2m34exs6Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yvv9zuauAmazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/57xby2wsBuy official merchandise from Fighters First: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-vealConnect with Wrestling Life on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonlineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonlineFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonlineX: https://x.com/wlifeonlineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wrestlinglifeonlineWebsite: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.

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"What Cody Rhodes did for all the boys in the wrestling business ... he should be a God to everybody." Veteran #WWE referee Mike Chioda shares his thoughts on Cody Rhodes, the impact that Cody has made on the wrestling industry, The American Nightmare's shocking return to WWE in 2022 - and why the referee's brief run in AEW didn't last longer. #aew #codyrhodes #wwe #mikechioda #wrestlinginterview #wweraw Full Mike Chioda interview: https://youtu.be/JE2UYcvVr4M?si=Ox7u5xe9ACwLUrav #wrestlinginterview #mikechioda #wwfwrestling #therock #wwesmackdown #wrestlingpodcast Show some love to our special guest Mike Chioda: Pro Wrestling Tees: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/mikechioda.html Figure Collections: https://shop.figurecollections.com/product/chioda Subscribe: www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Support the show with our Fighters First clothing collection: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-veal Sponsors: Big Blue Cage - 5% of all belts with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE at checkout - https://www.bigbluecage.com Legacy Sports Nutrition - 10% off your order with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE - https://legacysupps.com Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline/ X: https://twitter.com/wlifeonline Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonline TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent

British wrestling talent Ripper Reed joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to share his squared circle journey so far - and big hopes for the future.

One of the brightest young talents on the UK wrestling scene today, Ripper Reed discusses being trained by the legendary Yoshihiro Tajiri, Joel Redman and Mentai Kid, his determination to improve with every match, and covering the globe to hone his craft inside the ring.

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Ross Hart, brother of Bret 'Hitman' Hart and brother-in-law of 'The British Bulldog' Davey Boy Smith, shares his memories of watching the epic clash that headlined WWF SummerSlam 1992 at London's Wembley Stadium. Full #WrestlingLifePod interview with Ross Hart coming Jan 2024. Subscribe: www.wrestlinglife.online Order exclusive Summerslam 1992 artwork direct from Bill Main: www.itsbillmain.art/shop/british-invasion-print Produced by Geoff Easton, Tall Oak Productions for Wrestling Life Online.

Brian Heffron, The Blue Meanie, joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to reflect back on being one of the most beloved characters from the land of Extreme’s golden era.

A proud Philadelphia native and ECW original, The Blue Meanie went on to have two runs with the WWE, first during the Attitude Era and later when ECW was reprised for One Night Stand.  

The founding bWo member joins the show to talk about sitting under the learning trees of Al Snow and Scott 'Raven' Levy, the influence that Paul Heyman had on his career, the joy of helping to kickstart the careers of current talents such as Matt Riddle, Steve Maclin and Damian Priest, and why comic relief is so vital to the pro wrestling product.

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WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle reflects back on his return to World Wrestling Entertainment in 2017 - and why it didn’t go as he had hoped. Watch full Kurt Angle interview:    • Kurt Angle on Retirement, John Cena, ...   Subscribe to @wrestlinglifeonline for real talk from real talent. #kurtangle #wwe #vincemcmahon #wrestling

Coming over to the World Wrestling Federation from fierce competitor WCW in early 1996, Marc Mero was the first WWF talent to receive a 'guaranteed contract' - and not only that, he signed an agreement where his then-wife Sable would travel with him wherever he worked. In this candid clip from Marc Mero's inspiring 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' conversation, the former Intercontinental champion opens up about the difficulties he experienced during his WWF run - and how he feels about it now. Full interview out now! https://youtu.be/mIbD79CUIPk?si=Zr78tCExiag2FnrD

Doug Williams is one of the most respected - and well-travelled - names to ever come out of the British wrestling scene, having shared the squared circle with the best of the best, clocking up title after title along the way.

A true journeyman, Williams is a two-time TNA X Division Champion, co-holder of the IWGP, Pro Wrestling Noah, NWA and TNA Tag Team Championships, and a former OVW Heavyweight Champion and ROH Pure Champion, and has built up a reputation globally over the last thirty years as one of the finest in-ring competitors to emerge from the United Kingdom.

Shortly after making the decision to leave wrestling behind after three decades in the business, Doug Williams joins Ben Veal on the #WrestlingLifePod to reflect back on the highs, and lows, of his time as a professional wrestler.

Diana Hart Smith joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to celebrate the career and accomplishments of 'The British Bulldog' Davey Boy Smith as the first inductee into the WL Hall of Fame Class of 2025!.

Sean Mooney's voice was central to so many iconic World Wrestling Federation moments during the late 80s and early 90s. After making the decision to walk away from the WWF in 1993, in recent years Sean Mooney has continued to make a valuable contribution to the industry in conversation with many of wrestling’s legends through his Prime Time podcast alongside Hacksaw Jim Duggan and as part of the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) broadcast team. 

Sean joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to share memories of his time in the WWF, including Summerslam 1992 at Wembley Stadium, working with greats including Lord Alfred Hayes, Mene Gene Okerlund and Bobby Heenan, making history as the first voice ever on Monday Night Raw, and why he decided to leave wrestling in the early nineties.

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Germany’s Alex Wright made history when he became the youngest wrestler to ever be signed to World Championship Wrestling’s talent roster in 1994. Brought on board by ‘The Nature Boy’ Ric Flair and Eric Bischoff after unexpectedly working a show for the promotion during its European tour that year, Wright would go on to become one of WCW’s most consistent talents during his seven-year run with the company, winning the Television, Cruiserweight and Tag Team Championships.Alex joins 'Wrestling Life with Ben Veal' to talk about his memories of WCW, his enduring friendship with Marc 'Johnny B. Badd' Mero, what happened with the Berlyn character, why he didn't sign with WWE after the WCW buyout, and his passion for training the next generation through ‘The Wright Stuff’ wrestling school and New European Championship Wrestling promotion.This is Wrestling Life with Ben Veal:    • This is Wrestling Life with Ben Veal  Prefer to listen to wrestling interviews instead? We've got you covered!Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2m34exs6Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yvv9zuauAmazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/57xby2wsBecome a sponsor - advertise your brand: https://www.wrestlinglife.online/adve...Buy merch: https://fightersfirst.shop/collection...Connect with Wrestling Life on social media:Instagram:   / wrestlinglifeonline  TikTok:   / wrestlinglifeonline  Facebook:   / wrestlinglifeonline  LinkedIn:   / wrestlinglifeonline  Website: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.

Veteran wrestling referee Mike Chioda officiated so many of the most iconic WWE and WWF moments, including multiple WrestleMania main events. But was there any BIGGER match than the 'Icon vs Icon' clash between The Rock and Hollywood Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania X8 in Toronto? Mike was the 'third man in the ring' for that iconic clash - and shares memories of that, and other huge Mania moments, with Ben Veal. #wwe #wrestlemania #therock #hulkhogan #mikechioda #smackdown Full Mike Chioda interview: https://youtu.be/JE2UYcvVr4M?si=Ox7u5xe9ACwLUrav #wrestlinginterview #mikechioda #wwfwrestling #therock #wwesmackdown #wrestlingpodcast Show some love to our special guest Mike Chioda: Pro Wrestling Tees: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/mikechioda.html Figure Collections: https://shop.figurecollections.com/product/chioda Subscribe: www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Support the show with our Fighters First clothing collection: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-veal Sponsors: Big Blue Cage - 5% of all belts with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE at checkout - https://www.bigbluecage.com Legacy Sports Nutrition - 10% off your order with promo code WRESTLINGLIFE - https://legacysupps.com Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline/ X: https://twitter.com/wlifeonline Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonline TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonline Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent

Former WCW Hardcore and Tag Team Champion Big Vito is one of only a handful of wrestling talents to have fought inside an WWF, USWA, ECW, WCW, TNA and WWE ring during his illustrious wrestling career.

Recently returning to the squared circle after taking time away to care for his wife, stroke survivor Noel, the 'Wiseman of the Wiseguys' is now back in business, and he is ready to embrace the next chapter.

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What's it like to grow up as one of twelve children in a famous wrestling family? How significant is the Hart family's legacy on the professional wrestling industry today? Has any one family ever made a greater mark on the business than the Harts?​

All of these questions - and much more - are answered in this fantastic ⁠#WrestllingLifePod⁠ conversation between special guest Ross Hart and Ben Veal.

Fresh off inducting her late father into the 2300's Heroes of the Spectrum, 'The Dynamite Doll' Bronwyne Billington, daughter of legendary wrestling trailblazer The Dynamite Kid, joins Ben Veal on the #WrestlingLifePod to share her wrestling life story.

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Former WWE and WCW star Bryan Clark joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal for a deep-dive look at his incredible career, including his run as Adam Bomb in the World Wrestling Federation, becoming Wrath in WCW, what happened with Vince McMahon, working for Eric Bischoff, forming KroniK with the late Brian Adams, working in Japan, retiring in 2003 and what came next!This is Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: https://youtu.be/ZVbsz-9m0uQ?si=jq_wK0f-Qvo1rYpnBecome a sponsor - advertise your brand: https://www.wrestlinglife.online/advertiseBuy merch: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-vealConnect with Wrestling Life on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonlineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonlineFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonlineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wrestlinglifeonlineWebsite: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.

Brock Anderson - the son of WWE Hall of Famer Arn Anderson - shares his memories of being in Dallas, Texas live for the classic WWE WrestleMania 25 bout between The Undertaker and 'The Heartbreak Kid' Shawn Michaels, and explains the important role this match had on his career.

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WWE Hall of Famer Charles 'The Godfather' Wright joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal to discuss the highs and lows of his career as a sports entertainer, the origins of The Godfather character, why his run as Papa Shango ended so soon, his 30+ year friendship with The Undertaker, making big lifestyle changes in his sixties and a whole lot more.Subscribe to Wrestling Life Online for real talk from real talent: https://www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonlineFor more purposeful conversations, check out Good Journeys with Ben Veal: https://www.youtube.com/@secondmountaincommsSupport our sponsors:Big Blue Cage: https://www.bigbluecage.com - use promo code WRESTLINGLIFE for 5% off replica beltsLegacy Sports Nutrition: https://legacysupps.com - use promo code WRESTLINGLIFE for 10% offHeads Will Roll by Josh Winning: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/463444/heads-will-roll-by-winning-josh/9780241710982Help Wrestling Life to grow:Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2m34exs6Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/yvv9zuauAmazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/57xby2wsBuy official merchandise from Fighters First: https://fightersfirst.shop/collections/wrestling-life-with-ben-vealConnect with Wrestling Life on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonlineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrestlinglifeonlineFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wrestlinglifeonlineX: https://x.com/wlifeonlineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wrestlinglifeonlineWebsite: https://www.wrestlinglife.online Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: Real Talk from Real Talent.