Wrestling With Johners Podcast

In this weeks episode, I sit down and speak with the Promoter and Owner of Hammerlock Wrestling, Billy Wood. We discuss the return of Hammerlock Wrestling after more than a decade away, with their return show 'Tradition Lives On' on October 29th 2022. Billy tells us why he decided to bring back Hammerlock after such a long absence. We discuss the legacy and tradition of Hammerlock & how the ne...

We discuss... His return to a Progress ring in Cardiff Challenging for the Progress World Title His thoughts on Spike Trivet Some of the amazing talent he’s worked in 2021-22 The “Bird vs Allmark Dream Match” that never happened His mindset coming back in 2021 His match against Charlie Sterling in SWW Mike’s biggest wrestling influence as a fan His early years in the business His series of matches...

Join Wrestling with Johners & The Mad Dog Mike Angus as they discuss our upcoming show in Manchester this Sunday!   🎟️ Tickets for future events are available here: http://bit.ly/PROTIX1   📺 Watch all of our previous shows & featured content on DEMAND PROGRESS, WWE Network & Peacock TV now: https://bit.ly/DEMANDPROG   PROGRESS Wrestling Social Media Platforms:   Fa...

We discuss... Leaving WWE NXTUK Learning from Shawn Michaels, Matt Bloom, William Regal, etc His time teaming with Primate in 'The Hunt' & favourite matches His Dog Collar match against Eddie Dennis in NXTUK The fantastic South Wales wrestling scene & talent His match at Slammasters in Cardiff His close friendship with Flash Morgan Webster and Mark Andrews Signing his WWE contact and debut...

We discuss... His 2021/22 and amazing matches with Hari Singh, Zak Zodiac, CJ Carter, Kai Payne and more Wrestling Society His great run with 4FW & Tiger Ali Rockstar Spud & Stixx Everything Patterned: London Jordan Saeed Lucha Britannia  Sunset Skip His 6 years in Progress Wrestling His 1PW experience from 2005 His love for Tag team wrestling The Ethnic Submission & The DDT His a...

In my latest exclusive interview I sit down with 'Unkillable' Ryan Parrott. We discuss Ryan's return to pro-wrestling since his last match in 2019 and the challenges he went through during his two year absence, including his struggles with Alcoholism. Ryan tells us about his return with DCW (Dynamic Championship Wrestling) and the many great opponents he has had over the last 9 months and what DCW...

In this exclusive interview I speak with WWE Legend, Scott Garland (Fka, Scotty 2 Hotty) This this utterly fascinating 75 minute conversation we discuss Scott's resurgence back on the Indys, across the US and his three tours of the UK in 2022. We discuss some of the larger than life characters he has faced in 2022, including Charles Crowley, Gene Munny and many more from the UK and Ireland. Scott...

Johners is joined by Mike 'Maddog' Angus and special guest Tate Mayfairs, as they hype up all of the match for the next Progress Wrestling show: Chapter 141 - Handshakes & Cheeseburgers

In my latest live and exclusive interview I speak with one of the very best Pro-Wrestlers in UK and Europe in 2022. 16 year pro, Nathan Cruz.

In this exclusive backstage interview I sit down with the current Progress Women's World Champion, KANJI   We discuss her match with recent opponent, Laura Di Matteo at Chapter 139: Warriors Come Out To Play.  We discuss Kanji's rivalry with Gisele Shaw and their amazing match at #sss16 and the talent she would like to get into the ring with for future title defences.   Enjoy! &nbsp...

In this exclusive backstage interview I sit down with the current Atlas Division champion, Luke Jacobs.   We discuss his match against Man Like Dereiss, his favourite defences as Atlas Champion, Luke's influences with his hard hitting style and where he sees himself in 12 months time  Enjoy!   #wrestling #wrestlinginterview #progresswrestling #manlikedereiss #indywrestling #wwe #wre...

In the latest 'Legends Masterclass' Episode 2, I sit down with a true legend of the Golden Era of pro-wrestling, Tony St. Clair (Part 2)   In part 2 of our conversation we continue to discuss Tony's time over in Germany and his amazing rivalry with another English legend, Robbie Brookside   We discuss Tony's matches inside of a WWF ring during a UK tour in 1991 and being good friends and...

In my latest exclusive interview I sit down with one of the very best big men in the business today... Jim Diehard On his 20th Anniversary of being in the wrestling business we discuss what it is like to be a Super Heavyweight in 2022. We talk about coming back out of lockdown and how he approached his return after the layoff.  Jim talks about the many new promotions he has wrestled for over...

In this exclusive interview, I speak with UK Rapper, Music Producer and Wrestling Fan.... HALF DECENT!! We discuss his wrestling fandom, including his amazing experience of be live at AEW DOUBLE OR NOTHING from Las Vegas in May and the Chris Jericho Cruise from January 2020. Half Decent also tells us about the early years of his wrestling fandom and some of his favourite characters growing up. We...

Join Wrestling With Johners, The Mad Dog Mike Angus & Lee McAteer as they go through the WARRIORS COME OUT TO PLAY card.   🗓️ Our next event takes place in #Camden, 28th August, #Chapter139 Warriors Come Out To Play   🎟️ TICKETS http://bit.ly/WARRIORS28  💪 Big Damo Vs Dan Moloney  Luke Jacobs Vs Man Like Dereiss  Sunshine Machine Vs CPF - Danny Black & Joe Lando&n...

Join me as I sit down with the former editor of POWER SLAM magazine, Findlay Martin. To discuss the legacy of SummerSlam '92, 30 Years On!    Plus, we discuss his amazing career as a wrestling journalist. In particular, as the editor of Power Slam magazine between 1994-2014.   Thank you Fin for being a wonderful guest on this weeks episode #256    Follow & Subscribe to...

In the latest 'Legends Masterclass' Episode 2, I sit down with another true legend of the Golden Era of pro-wrestling, Tony St. Clair.   In part 1 of this two part interview, we discuss Tony's love for attending wrestling reunions and getting to catch up with many of his wrestling colleagues from the 70's, 80's and 90's.   Tony discusses growing up in a wrestling family, with his father...

In the latest Wrestling With Johners I sit down with Lee from Avant Garde Wrestling, ahead of their first ever show on 20th August 2022.   We discuss the concept of Avant Garde and the very unique way of promoting the first show and of introducing the talent on social media.   Lee and I also discuss the matches announced so far and so much more! Duration 56 mins)   Get your tickets...

In my latest live and exclusive interview, I speak with 'The Nigerian Kaiju' Warren Banks. We get an update from Warren on his current physical condition following his recent statement on social media.  Warren discusses how the injury happened and how he continued to perform through the pain, including through-out SSS16 weekend. Warren discusses his matches against Big Damo, Kid Lykos and the...

In this exclusive backstage interview I sit down with one of the best young pro-wrestlers in the UK right now. 0121 Member, Man Like Dereiss.  We discuss his match in the Thunderbastard at Chapter 136 - 24/7   We discuss going up against his stablemate and tag team partner, Dan Moloney in the Thunderbastard, his goals and options in Progress in the future and so much more!  Enjoy! &...

In this exclusive backstage interview I sit down with one of the brightest and best young pro-wrestlers in Independent Wrestling right now, Nick Wayne.   We discuss his time over in the UK ahead of his AMAZING match at Progress chapter 136 24/7.   Nick tells us about being a 3rd generation wrestler, following the legacy of his legendary father Buddy Wayne and grandfather “Moondog” Ed Mor...

🐍 Join Wrestling With Johners & The Mad Dog Mike Angus as they discuss the upcoming Deadly Viper Tour CODENAME: COPPERHEAD #Sheffield & CODENAME: COTTONMOUTH #Newcastle.   🎟️ Tickets for future events are available here: http://bit.ly/PROTIX1  📺 Watch all of our previous shows & featured content  on DEMAND PROGRESS, WWE Network & Peacock TV now: https://bit.ly/DEMA...

In the latest episode of Wrestling With Johners, I speak with "The Greatest Professional Wrestler To Ever Walk Planet Earth"..... Tate Mayfairs! In this really fun episode, we discuss Tate's recent appearances and matches on WWE NXTUK, including with the newly turned, Trent Seven! Tate also tells us what he considers to be his future on the NXTUK brand. We also discuss if fans and other profession...

In the latest Wrestling With Johners, I speak exclusively with Internationally renowned professional wrestler, bodybuilding champion and award winning personal trainer, Kay Jutler. We discuss Kay's success as a stand-up comedian and how being a comedian has helped his wrestling career and visa versa. Kay tells us about his two WWE try-outs and his fun stories involving William Regal and Kay's prom...

In my latest interview, I speak with one of the brightest and best young tag team in the UK. Benjamin Harland and Jack Knudsen... ACT TWO! I speak with the current Sacrifice Pro 'SAINTS OF SACRIFICE' champions, about their crazy schedule, performing all around the UK and helping as ring crew with one of their mentors Kyle Kingsley. We discuss their rise through the ranks, from pro-wrestling fans,...