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It's been said before, but deathmatch wrestlers from the Deep South are a different breed and The Hardcore Hillbilly is no different. With a mindset of doing whatever is needed to get the crowd on their feet in shock and awe, his body has the scars to prove it (even at such a young age).From IWA Deep South and the relaunch of XPW to Nathan Mowery's Blood and Honey federation, The Hardcore Hillbill...

As a child, Scott Schwartz started making movies with big names right off the bat. Starring in The Toy, he was acting with greats like Richard Pryor and Jackie Gleason while being directed by Richard Donnor. A few years later, he started in what is now a piece of Americana in A Christmas Story. Join us as we discuss those situations as well as many more things in Scott's life. What happened th...

If you are from my generation, you may have grown up watching this episode's guest in some way, shape or form. Michael Ray Bower played Eddie "Donkeylips" Gelfin on the Nickeloden television show "Salute Your Shorts" for two seasons and quickly became one of its most popular and memorable characters. But there's more to Michael than just Donkeylips. From Tales from the...

Deathmatch wrestling in the South can be few and far in-between for federations and depending on what you find, it might not be for everyone. Nathan Mowery wants to change that with his company known as Blood and Honey. Join me as I talk to Nathan and find out what Blood and Honey brings to the table. What does it have that is lacking in some other deathmatch federations and what are the plans for...

In professional wrestling, the referee is just as important as the wrestlers involved in the match and at times, that is overlooked. Today we're going to shine a spotlight on just how true that can be. Gina Monti has been a professional wrestling referee since 2018 and we get into quite a bit concerning what a referee does and also has to be aware of: the timing involved, the finish, and the s...

When it comes to professional wrestling, the ring announcer can be the unsung hero. They need to let the crowd know just how important the matches are when doing their introductions and there really isn't anyone better on the independent scene than Larry Legend. Larry sits down to discuss his history with Combat Zone Wrestling, now in its 27th year. How did Ruckus help him get his foot in the...

In September of 2023, I conducted my first interview and it was with professional wrestler Gavin Alexander. In December of 2024, Gavin passed away from a form of brain cancer. His legacy still lives on through his son Waylon, who is just beginning his life as a pro wrestler. Join me as I interview Waylon Alexander and we discuss many topics. From memories of his father and traveling the road with...

It's been over two years since I first interviewed Mad Man Pondo. Way back in Episode 4 we talked about his career as a deathmatch wrestler, his autobiography, Marilyn Manson, and just a little bit of his love of horror movies (including being in 2001 Maniacs).Now Pondo's back with a brand new book about to be released. We'll get into that and then discuss what we sadly didn't have...

Marty has been a Youtuber for nearly 10 years and there are certain things that come to mind when thinking of him and The Trashed Picture Show: science fiction, dinosaurs, and a funny yet unfiltered opinion on a variety of subjects. Join me as I take the interview over to Ireland and discuss many things with him and even find out some things that I never knew about my friend of so many years. Wher...

Many things can inspire a person to do what they do and that is the basis for this particular interview. Patrick is the host of the channel known as "Have Cheetah will View," and through his channel, he has interviewed hundreds of people. It was also through Patrick and his channel that I was inspired to interview people myself. I sit down with Patrick and discuss the many things that co...

Lauren-Marie Taylor always wanted to be a veterinarian. However things changed very early in her life while on stage, performing in a production of "Oklahoma." After being seen by a talent agent, she starred in television commercials until 1981 happened. That year she played the role of Vickie in Friday the 13th Part II: the sweet innocent girl next door who was trying her best to show off her "ba...

Acting has always been a passion for Beatrice and in 1989, she entered horror history by landing the role of Amanda Krueger, mother to the iconic slasher movie villain Freddy Krueger, in A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child. Although Amanda Krueger may be the role Beatrice might be known for, there is so much more to her than that. A life that has spanned multiple countries, Beatrice defin...

Fresh out of NYU, a young Adam Marcus was given the keys to the kingdom and had the task of directing Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday, the ninth film in the Friday the 13th franchise. Perhaps one of the most polarizing entries of the series, Adam has heard both the highest amount of praise and the lowest amount of hate. What inspired Adam to start making films? What is it about writing strong...

James Fury has quickly become one of my favorite independent pro wrestlers for many reasons: his confidence and cockiness on the microphone, his intensity in the ring, and the way he interacts with the crowd. Love him or hate him, he always gets the fans reacting. A lot has happened for James since his early days as a backyard wrestler and we'll dive into that. What keeps him motivated to continue...

In the beginning of the new millennium, Jewel De'Nyle was taking adult films by storm. Winning the "Best New Starlet" was only the beginning as she won "Female Performer of the Year" the very next year. Known for her intense performances and no-nonsense attitude, Jewel seemed unstoppable. In less than 5 years in the business, she was already running her own production company. And then it ended. A...

In the mid 2000s, Insane Lane was literally carving a name for himself in the world of deathmatch wrestling. Working for well known companies like IWA Mid-South, IWA Deep South, and even occasionally Combat Zone Wrestling, Lane's reputation was growing. Frequently entering tournaments like The King of the Deathmatches, The Tournament of Death, and Carnage Cup (which he would eventually win), he wa...

There are content creators on YouTube and then there's Night from The Nightwatch Zone. Night is the perfect example of perseverance when it comes to his channel. From celebrating 1000 subscribers and then having it all taken away in the blink of an eye, Night proves that giving up isn't ever an option. Join us as we discuss having a growing channel, losing it, and then coming back with a vengeance...

Bill O'Reilly said it best with "F**k it. We'll do it LIVE!" If you were witness to the last time Melissa and I got together, anything and everything went wrong. Still, we ran with it and a pretty damn good interview happened overall. From tech problems to dogs needing attention, we had to end the interview early. Please join us as we get back together to (hopefully) end the interview in a proper...

In the 1990s, Melissa Hill was one of the most sought after performers in adult entertainment. Winning three awards for her performances over the years, she was inducted into the Adult Video News Hall of Fame in 2014. In this interview, we"ll discuss Melissa's beginnings in the adult business, the time spent there, and then her retirement after approximately a decade. We'll also discuss her return...

If you've been to an independent wrestling show (and especially a deathmatch wrestling show), there's a good chance that you've seen Germ T. Ripper. Known for his memorable outfits and life-loving demeanor, Germ is just a pleasant person to be around. In this interview, we'll discuss Germ's life of performing in front of a crowd: be it as a member of the Chicago punk rock scene, stand up comedy, a...

Larry Jennings aka Gavin Alexander recently passed away after a lengthy battle with a form of brain cancer known as Glioblastoma. We became friends a few years ago after I first saw him at a WCPW show here in Sycamore. There are so many memories I'll have of Larry: being the first person I ever interviewed on my channel, the interactions he had with my wife and daughter while "off the clock," and...

Eric Fallen has been on the road as a professional wrestler for 20 years. Known for his size, strength, and one of a kind ring entrance, Fallen still strives to be the one standing out by constantly upgrading his look and style between the ropes. In this interview, we will discuss life as a wrestler for 20 years: the ups and downs. A different town every time and why he still does this after two d...

Calvin Coco has accomplished a lot while in just his first year of professional wrestling He's gained a huge following of fans as well as a few titles along the way. In this interview, we will discuss his rise in both Windy City Pro Wrestling and Pro Wrestling Epic, as well as representing them as a champion (be it the tag team or Powerhouse). We will talk about his time as a competing bodybuilder...

Dr. Redacted has taken the Deathmatch world by storm. From his explosive entrance that involves shoving the fans to his use of trash cans and darts as weapons, it's hard to say that Redacted doesn't get the biggest reaction when on the wrestling card for the night. In this interview, we'll talk about his life as a Deathmatch wrestler, his still rising popularity, and even his recent trip to Japan....

Deathmatch wrestlers are a different breed of people, no doubt. However, Deep South Deathmatch wrestlers are even more different. "The Deathmatch Juggalo" Brian White has been wrestling for 14 years and has come a long way in many aspects of his life. In this livestream, we will be discussing his start in backyard wrestling, his journey into deathmatches, and his determination to make sure people...