Best For Business

Episode 139 features “Ice Pick” Vic Capri! Vic Capri breaks down how he first got into pro wrestling and what it took to break through in the competitive Chicago wrestling scene , including becoming one of the early pioneers of ladder matches in the region. He explains how those early wars helped him develop a reputation as a tough competitor who could hang with anyone. A major turning point in hi...

Episode 138 of Best For Business features rising tag team The Haven , consisting of Jay Onyx and Shawn Knyte , as they break down their journey from training together to becoming one of the most promising teams on the independent scene. Jay Onyx and Shawn Knyte each share how they first got involved in pro wrestling, finding their way into a wrestling school and eventually training at PAPW. They d...

Episode 137 of Best For Business features the journey of independent wrestling standout Kongo, a competitor whose career spans decades, multiple promotions, and unforgettable moments across the New England scene and beyond. Kongo opens up about why he chose pro wrestling, his favorite wrestlers growing up, and how he first got involved in the business. He reflects on early guidance and the biggest...

Episode 136 of Best For Business features one of the most energetic and entertaining tag teams on the independent scene today of Waves & Curls , featuring Traevon Jordan and Jaylen Brandyn . From baseball diamonds to wrestling rings, this episode dives into their chemistry, charisma, and rise as a must-watch duo. Jaylen Brandyn kicks things off by sharing how he first got involved in pro wrest...

Episode 135 of Best For Business features one of the most recognizable personalities in hardcore wrestling history of “Discount” Dewey Donovan. From referee to manager to Deathmatch Hall of Famer, Dewey’s journey is as unique as it is legendary. Dewey shares how his love for pro wrestling began and how he broke into the business as the “Discount” referee, learning the ropes from the ground up. He...

Episode 134 of Best For Business features one of the most unique and spiritually driven performers in independent wrestling today of Brother Greatness . Brother Greatness opens up about why he chose pro wrestling and how his background in martial arts helped prepare him physically and mentally for the business. From there, he shares how he got his start training under veterans like Tony Mamaluke a...

Episode 133 features Vicki Venuto! Episode 133 of Best For Business features one of the fastest-rising names on the independent scene, “Vicious” Vicki Venuto . This episode highlights the mindset, grind, and confidence behind her rapid rise. Vicki shares why she chose pro wrestling, how her background in softball helped shape her competitive edge, and what it took to fully pursue the business. Tra...

Episode 132 features “Nature Boy” Rik Ratchet! Episode 132 of Best For Business features the one and only “Nature Boy” Rik Ratchet, a name synonymous with the New Jersey independent wrestling scene and a career filled with unforgettable moments, legendary opponents, and wild stories from inside the business. Rik Ratchet takes us back to how it all started, first wanting to be involved in pro wrest...

Episode 131 features “The Sure Thing” Mark Shurman! Episode 131 of Best For Business spotlights the career of one of New England wrestling’s most charismatic personalities, “The Sure Thing” Mark Shurman. From the moment he stepped into the ring, Shurman’s confidence and personality helped him stand out and this episode dives into the full journey behind the character. Mark shares how pro wrestling...

Episode 130 features Brian Fury! Episode 130 of Best For Business features a deep dive with one of New England wrestling’s most respected competitors and trainers, Brian Fury . From his earliest days discovering pro wrestling to becoming a cornerstone of the regional scene, Fury reflects on the journey that defined his career. Brian shares how he first found pro wrestling, the wrestlers who inspir...

Episode 129 of Best For Business features one of the most traveled and versatile competitors, Dylan Bostic . From the Indiana wrestling circuit to television and beyond, Dylan shares the story behind a career built on persistence, adaptability, and confidence. Bostic dives into why pro wrestling captured his attention at an early age and how he first got involved in the business through the Indian...

Episode 128 features The Messiah! Episode 128 of Best For Business dives into the unforgettable and career of The Messiah. From his early days chasing the dream to becoming one of the most talked about names in hardcore wrestling, this episode is reflective. The Messiah takes us back to why pro wrestling first called to him and how he got involved, starting under the name Mike Earnhardt before evo...

Episode 127 features Mercury Yaden! Episode 127 of Best For Business features wrestler, promoter, and creative mind Mercury Yaden. From backyard wrestling beginnings to building Rocky Mountain Pro Wrestling, this episode is a deep dive into evolution, reinvention, and leadership in the independent scene. Mercury takes us back to how he first got into pro wrestling, including his backyard wrestling...

Episode 126 features Austin Lane! Episode 126 of Best For Business features one of the most respected names in Southern independent wrestling, Austin Lane. From the Arkansas wrestling scene to sharing the ring with some of the biggest names in the industry, this episode dives deep into a career built on longevity, grit, and passion. Austin opens up about why pro wrestling first captured his attent...

Episode 125 features Tyler Cintron! Episode 125 of Best For Business spotlights the journey of Tyler Cintron, a competitor whose career has stretched from the West Coast to New England and everywhere in between. Tyler breaks down why pro wrestling was the dream from the beginning and how he first got involved, starting in UCW Zero and learning through hard-earned experience. He shares stories abou...

Episode 124 features Fallah Bahh! From dominating independent rings to headlining for Impact Wrestling , Fallah Bahh’s journey is anything but ordinary. On this episode of Best For Business , Fallah Bahh opens up about the road from humble beginnings to international recognition. He shares why pro wrestling was the dream from the start and what it took to pursue it seriously, including learning th...

Episode 123 features Tyree Taylor! This episode of Best For Business shines the spotlight on one of the most intense and driven competitors on the independent scene today, Tyree Taylor . Tyree breaks down why pro wrestling was always the calling and how his first big opportunity set the tone for everything that followed. From training under Johnny Rodz to finding his footing at Reality of Wrestlin...

Episode 122 features Mario Bokara! This episode of Best For Business dives into the wild, unpredictable, and hard-earned journey of Mario Bokara. From the moment he discovered pro wrestling, Mario knew this wasn’t just a hobby, it was the goal. He shares how pursuing wrestling meant blending athleticism with performance, including time spent in theater and transitioning from amateur wrestling into...

Episode 121 features Shannon Levangie! Hosted by “Coach C” Chris Sanders, this episode of Best For Business features an in-depth conversation with Shannon Levangie, talking about her return to pro wrestling and the mindset that’s fueled her rise. Shannon talks about her original goals stepping back into the ring, training at the New England Pro Wrestling Academy, and how fantasy camps and her back...

Episode 120 features Monsta Mack! This episode of Best For Business dives deep into the legendary career of Monsta Mack, one of the most influential heavy hitters in independent wrestling history. From getting involved in wrestling alongside Low Ki, finding a ring, and grinding through early training, Monsta Mack walks us through the foundation that shaped his mindset and work ethic. He reflects o...

Episode 119 features Coach Mikey / Rad Bod Mikey ! From the independent wrestling scene to the wild world of Banana Ball , I am joined by Coach Mikey , who is known in wrestling for managing some of the toughest teams around and Rad Bod Mikey , one of the Man-Nanas with the Savannah Bananas . Mikey walks us through his start in pro wrestling, why he gravitated toward managing , and how the persona...

Episode 118 features Nick Barberri! From the Prospect Wrestling Federation to rubbing elbows with WWE legends, Nick Barberri takes us through a journey that spans decades of pro wrestling. Nick shares why he fell in love with the sport, how he got his start, and the pivotal moments that defined his career. Hear about his first big opportunities, meeting Paul Roma, and lessons learned from some of...

Episode 117 features Adam Booker! From the heart of New England wrestling to the national stage, I sit down with Adam Booker , a true independent wrestling stalwart whose career spans Illinois, NWA Wildside, Chaotic Wrestling, and beyond . Adam shares his journey from growing up idolizing wrestling characters to making pro wrestling his #1 goal , embracing the ring name Adam Booker , and carving o...

Episode 116 features Max Smashmaster! For this episode, I sit down with Max Smashmaster, a hard-hitting independent wrestling star whose career has spanned Chikara, WFA, Chaotic Wrestling, and beyond. Max shares the story of how he got into wrestling which started with a fantasy camp and the lessons he learned from legends like Steve Bradley and Alex Arion. From his early days in WFA to CHIKARA, h...

Episode 115 features Edward G. Xtasy! Straight from the after-hour parties of New York City , I sit down with Edward G. Xtasy , a true New England wrestling veteran whose career spans decades and unforgettable moments. Edward reflects on how he first got into wrestling, the influence of his favorite wrestlers growing up, and how bodybuilding and powerlifting shaped his approach in the ring. He sha...