Wrestling With Johners Podcast
By Wrestling With Johners Podcast
Wrestling With Johners PodcastNov 09, 2020
Ep363 - Ethan Lawrence Interview (After Life, Bad Education, Horrible Histories, Boat Stories, CXW Xtreme Wrestling + so much more!)
The Birth of The DOGZ BOLLOX - "IN THEIR OWN WORD"
In this audio package, we take a close and in-depth look at the incredible feud and rivalry between Scotty Rawk and Kira Chimera. From their three match of the year contender matches, including the feud ending 'Chain Match' through to the Birth of The Dogz Bollox and becoming UNITED Wrestling World Tag Team Champions.
Ep362 - VAUGHN VERTIGO Interview (Mustafa Ali, The Subculture, Riot Cabaret, UK & European Tour, Fight or Flight, Listeners Questions + So Much More!)
Join me for my latest interview at the start of his UK and European tour, 'The V Guy' Vaughn Vertigo.
Ep361 - 'The Kid Without Fear' Danny Black Interview (CPF Being International Champion with BZW, Matches against Lio Rush, Will Ospreay &the 0121, Plus so much more!)
We discuss...
CPF Being an International Champion for BZW
Suffering a foot injury before CPF's latest Defence
The 4-Way Tag Ladder Match
Danny's Journey with the UKPW
Revisiting his match vs. Lio Rush
That 8-Man Lucha Rules Match vs. the 0121
Being a part of wXw 16 Carrot Showcase
That Promo exchange with Will Ospreay
CPF vs. The Swords of Essex at SSS16
Callum Newman's success in Japan and future in CPF
Ospreay putting CPF over after their match
Danny making his USA debut for GCW
Wrestling GCW PPV in Liverpool in 2023
CPF in RevPro in 2023 with matches against Lykos Gym, Greedy Souls, Sunshine Machine and The Subculture
Danny's Growth in 2023/2024
Danny's Early Beginnings at the age of 16/17 Years Old
His Learning Curve and Growth in 2018/2019
Being a part of Progress's Peckham Era during the Pandemic
Danny's Journey with SovPro and looking ahead to False Idol
CPF as heels in SovPro
What is 'STEEZE'?
Plus, so much more!
Ep360 - JOE BLAZR Interview (Futureshock Champion, The Joe Blazr Persona & Character Development, His Philly Experience + So Much More!)
I am joined by the reigning and defending Futureshock Heavyweight Champion... JOE BLAZR
Ep359 - 'The Underdog: Josh Must Win' Josh Foulds (The Winner of the E4 TV Reality Series and Professional Wrestler)
Join me as I sit down with Professional Wrestler & former 2x United Wrestling UK Champion and the star of E4 Reality TV series 'The Underdog: JOSH MUST WIN'.... Josh Foulds
Ep358 - Shotty & Lou from Sovereign Pro Wrestling, FULL INTERVIEW
I am joined by Shotty and Lou, two of the co-owners behind one of the most exciting new wrestling companies on the UK scene... SOVEREIGN PRO WRESTLING
We discuss the journey SovPro has been on only one and a half years in, from its inception and early shows, through to their incredible roster and amazing story driven product, with the biggest names on the UK and International scene.
We also take a look at the matches already announced for their next show on May 6th, FALSE IDOL
Tickets
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Ep357 - Flash Morgan Webster Interview (The Summer of Subculture, IMPACT Tag Team Champions, First EVER WWE Champions, Takeover Cardiff, The Greedy Souls, GYV, RevPro, Listeners Questions + More!)
I’m joined by one of the most respected and most successful pro wrestlers to ever come out of South Wales, to takeover not just the UK but also the International wrestling scene… Flash Morgan Webster
Ep356 - ARTHUR SKURRO Interview (The Plundertaker, Match with Charles Crowley, Cheeky Little Pirates vs. Michael Oku, The Evolution of the Persona, Plus So Much More!)
Join me as I sit down with one of the fastest rising stars coming out of the UBW Square One Wrestling Academy, ARTHUR SKURRO
We Discuss...
The Plundertaker Nickname
Not even being in the business one full year
WrestleMemia 6 vs. Crowley
The Promos & built to the match
The emotions on the day
Teaming with Crowley and Alexxis in Coventry
Facing Michael Oku in Coventry
Making debut for United Wrestling
Working Adonis Payne in Phantomweight Tournament
Arthur's Biggest WrestleMania Memories
His thought's on starting his Wrestling training later on
Any regrets on not starting sooner...?
His journey with Square One Wrestling Academy
Coming up with the Arthur Skurro Persona
The Look and The Gear of Arthur Skurro
Being a Babyface vs. Being a Heel
Arthur's Size and Physique
Winning The Square One Wrestling Academy 'Most Improved Trainee Award'
His Journey with Sacrifice Pro
Listeners Questions
Plus, So Much More!
Ep355 - 'The Warrior Spirit' ECHO Interview
I'm joined by a returning guest and one of the fastest rising stars on the South West of the UK. 'The Warrior Spirit' ECHO
We discuss...
ECHO's growth since she was last on the show
RevPro debut vs. Alex Windsor
Making her Pro Wrestling EVE Debut in Feb
ECHO's recent wrestling trip to Budapest
Her Maiden of Chaos Championship match vs. Livvii Grace
Training at New Wave Academy and working matches against Dani Luna, Rayne Leverkusen and others
ECHO's experience of training with Dr. Tom Prichard and JPWA in Knoxville, Tennessee
Working matches over in Tennessee
Looking at 'The Warrior Spirit' persona, her incredible gear and move-set development over recent years
ECHO's match against Sky Smitson at the Spinebuster Media tapings in Nottingham
Listeners Questions
Plus, so much more!
Ep354 - KID LYKOS, Exclusive Interview (Progress World Champion, His Journey Towards The Title, The Cage Match Against Spike Trivet, The Backing of the Fans, Chris Brookes, Kid Lykos 2, Fans Question)
We Discuss...
What it means to be the Progress World Champion
Being The Fans Champion
The Emotions Following The Cage Match
The Blood Loss During the Title Match
The Physicality of the Cage Match
The Story and the Build with Spike Trivet
Lykos's Recent Matches Against GYV and Lio Rush
Looking Ahead to Wrestling Over in Philly over WrestleMania Weekend
His Star-Making Performance Against Chris Brookes at Return of the Fly in Sept 2022
Kid Lykos II Being an Important Part of the Journey
Will We Ever See Kid Lykos in a Mask Ever Again?
Listeners Questions
Plus, So Much More!
Ep353 - Millie McKenzie Interview (Injury Update, Sendai Girls Triple Crown Champion, Pro Wrestling EVE, Pete Dunne and Chris Brookes. Plus, so much more!)
Join me as I sit down with one of the very best wrestling talent in the world. Former Sendai Girls World Champion and former NXTUK star, Millie McKenzie
Ep352 - 'IRONCLAD' Curt Atlas Interview
Join me as I sit down with one of the best young Heavyweights on the UK Independent scene in 2024.... 'Ironclad' Curt Atlas
Ep351 - 'Spring Heeled' Jack Landers Interview (10 Years in The Business, His Super Athletic Style, Falling Starr Champion, His Amazing Break Out 2023, Plus So Much More!)
I am joined by one of the most exciting young stars on the UK scene. The current Falling Starr Wrestling Heavyweight Champion and Big Top Wrestling Champion, 'Spring Heeled' JACK LANDERS
TIDAL Wrestling 'Iron Will Tournament Final' Preview Show
Join Taj, Maddog and Johners as they look ahead to the next show from TIDAL Wrestling, from The Parish in Huddersfield... THE IRON WILL TOURNAMENT FINALS (17th March from The Parish in Huddersfield) Get your tickets right here... bit.ly/TIDAL2024
Ep350 - Eddie Dennis Interview (Progress Wrestling, ATTACK Pro Wrestling, WWE NXTUK, Dealing With Injuries, Hello Wembley + So Much More!)
Join me as I sit down with one of the most experienced and respected Pro Wrestlers in the UK...
Former NXTUK star and former Progress World Champion, Eddie Dennis.
Alexxis Falcon vs. Nina Samuels (The Clock Strikes Midnight Match - SSS16 2023)
In this clip from my recent interview with Alexxis Falcon we discuss the incredible Clocks Strike Midnight Match, from Super Strong Style 16 (2023) You can check out the full video interview, right here... https://youtube.com/live/HrV_NlhXo8A?feature=share
Ep349 - UNITED Wrestling, Exclusive Interview!
I am joined by the team behind one of the fastest rising wrestling companies in the UK in 2024... UNITED Wrestling We will be discussing the journey that UNITED has been on since its beginning in 2019. Through to its incredible 2023, hosting Sell Out shows out of the Tap Social Movement in Oxford. We will also be looking ahead to United's next show DAY 14 'Flip The Script' on March 10th
Ep348 - Alexxis Falcon Interview (Clock Strikes Midnight Match, Cheeky Little Buggers, RIXE Catch Champion, Intergender Wrestling, Progress Wrestling, TNT Extreme, Listeners Questions + So Much More!)
Join me as I sit down for my latest live interview with one half of The Cheeky Little Buggers and the current RIXE Catch Women's champion, Alexxis Falcon 👸🐯 We discuss... 👸 The Clock Strikes Midnight Match 👸 Being an International Champion 👸 Mario & Luigi in EVE's Multi Verse Rumble 👸 Her feud and eventual teaming with Charles Crowley 👸 The Cheeky Little Buggers 👸 Intergender Wrestling 👸 Heading off to Philadelphia over Mania weekend with Progress 👸 Wrestling Lana Austin & Lizzy Evo throughout her career 👸 Being the longest reigning Champion in TNT 👸 Listeners Questions 👸 Plus, so much more!
Ep347 - Michael 'STARBUCK' Majalahti Interview (CEO SLAM! Wrestling Finland, SLAM! Heavyweight Champion, 30 Year Veteran, Lance Storm, The Wrestling Scene in Finland, Sam Gradwell & So Much More!)
Join me for my latest interview, with the CEO (founder & owner) SLAM! Wrestling Finland and Professional Wrestling Legend, Michael 'STARBUCK' Majalahti
We Discuss...
Michael's Incredible 30+ Year Career
SLAM's Latest Show SUPERSLAM
Heidi Katrina as the First Ever SLAM! Women's Champ
The Growing Wrestling Scene in Finland
STARBUCK Becoming the NEW Men's Heavyweight Champion
Sam Gradwell as a Top 5 Opponent
SLAM! Streaming on TRILLER TV+
Jake Roberts & Ric Flair as Heroes & Inspirations
Training Under Lance Storm
Wrestling Across Europe, Russia, Egypt & Pakistan
Michael's Love For Performing in Japan 2010-2013
His Proudest Moments Throughout His Career
Plus, So Much More!
TIDAL Wrestling 'THE IRON WILL TOURNAMENT' Preview Show LIVE!
Join Taj, Maddog and Johners as they look ahead to TIDAL Wresting's next show, 'THE IRON WILL TOURNAMENT' in our Live Preview Show, Wednesday 7th Feb, 7pm LIVE! (With Special Guests Dara Diablo and Adonis Payne) Get your tickets below for 'THE IRON WILL TOURNAMENT' (Taking place Sat 24th Feb 2024) from the New Cross Inn, London http://tidalwrestling2023.bigcartel.com
Ep346 - SCOTTY RAWK Interview (Being the Top Guy, The Dogz Bollox & Kira Chimera feud, Going International, 'Speedball' Mike Bailey, Dealing with Mental Health Issues, Listeners Questions, Plus More!)
Join me as I sit down with one of the very best Professional Wrestlers in the UK right now! The current BWR Heavyweight Champion, the Tidal Champion and one half of the United Tag Team Champions..."The Bastard Child of British Wrestling" SCOTTY RAWK
We Discuss...
Becoming a triple champion
Going International
Wrestling Speedball Mike Bailey in Poland
Making the BWR and United titles World Championships
His Incredible feud with Kira Chimera
That bump from the Balcony of the Tap Social
The formation of The Dogz Bollox
His Journey with BWR
Scotty's Words for Dara Diablo
Scotty's History and Journey with TIDAL
His Biggest Learning Curves and Lightbulb Moments during his early years
The Scotty Rawk Persona
Scotty's Mental Health Issues
Scotty's band INTERCITY
Listeners Questions
Plus, So Much More!
HEIDI KATRINA, Exclusive Post Match Interview LIVE - SLAM Wresting Finland (SUPERSLAM)
Join Johners LIVE as he speaks to Heidi Katrina directly after her match against Lexa Valo, to be crowned the very first SLAM Wrestling Women's Champion at SUPERSLAM (10/05/2024) LIVE!
Ep345 - JAY JOSHUA Interview (Double Champ Going Into 2024, Wrestling Trent Seven, Finding Himself in 2023, No Mercy Wrestling and IWN Z-Force Champ, New Wave Wrestling, ATTACK Pro Wrestling)
Join me as we sit down with one of the very best Heavyweight wrestlers in the UK in 2024. The current IWN Z-Force champion and No Mercy Wrestling Heavyweight champion, Jay Joshua.
We discuss....
Starting 2024 as a Double Champ
Switching things up in 2023
His match against Trent Seven 12 months ago
Enjoying wrestling & personal life more than ever!
Becoming No Mercy Heavyweight Champion
Jay's first ever ladder match
Winning the Z-Force Title in IWN
The Red Hot scene in South Wales taking over the UK
His thought's on ATTACK Returning
Jay's Incredible Match vs. Wild Boar
Bangers against Connor Mills and CJ Rawlings
Being in the final 3 of IMPACT/TNA Gut Check
Starting out as an Amateur Wrestler
Nearly wrestling in the Commonwealth Games
Jay's early days training at Dragon Pro
Jay's Difficult Period in 2018/2019
His MMA Influence on his Pro Career
Wrestling Chris Ridgeway in 2021
How New Wave Academy helped to turn his career around
Plus, so much more!
Ep344 - AXEL CARTER, Interview (Brit Pro Cup Champion, His Incredible 2023, Wrestling in Mexico, South West Wrestling, JD Knight, Listeners Questions + So Much More!)
Ep343 - NIGHTSHADE Interview (Lampshade at EVE, Tours of Japan & Spain, The PWI 250, PCW and RHIP, Immortal & CPW Women's champion, Listeners Question, Plus So Much More!)
Join me as I sit down with one of the very best female wrestlers in the world in 2024. The current Immortal Wrestling and CPW Women's champion.... 'The Deadly One' NIGHTSHADE
We discuss...
Lampshade winning the Multiverse Rumble
Being an International Talent
Her love for working in Japan
Being the RCW Women's champion in Spain
Losing the RCW title to Takumi Iroha
Being #128 in PWI 250
Nightshade's incredible gear
Influences to her name and character
Her early years in the business
Her incredible feud with RHIO in PCW
Looking ahead to 2024
Listeners Questions
Plus so much more!
Ep342 - 'The Golden Boy' MYLES KAYMAN Interview (BWR Cruiserweight Champ, Steel Cage Main Event, Breakout Year, Nathan Cruz, Robbie X and So Much More!)
Check out this exclusive interview with one of the fastest rising stars on the UK scene in 2024. The current BWR Cruiserweight, 'The Golden Boy' Myles Kayman
We discussed...
His Breakout Year 2023
NGW Eternal Glory Steel Cage Main Event
Myles's Growth to Main Event Level
Winning the BWR Cruiserweight Title
Defending against Robbie X
WAW Fightmare 5 vs. LAX
Working Hard on his Physique in 2023
Nathan Cruz & Kip Sabian as Mentors
Myles's Confidence Behind a Mic
His History with Wrestle Carnival
Looking ahead to Carnival of Champions 3
Myles's Old School Influences
Listeners Questions
Plus, So Much More!
Ep341 - 'The Playmaker' Tommy Lawrence Interview (JPW Indominus Champion, Spike Trivet & Bullit, Catch 22 Gym Wars, Mike Bird, Tommy's Growth in 2023, Listeners Questions, Plus So Much More!)
Join me as I sit down with one of the brightest young stars coming out of Catch 22 and the current JPW Indominus Champion... 'The Playmaker' Tommy Lawrence
Ep340 - BRANDON LEE Interview (ASW South, Wrestle Force Tag Team Champs, The Prestige, Joel Redman, James Mason, Listeners Questions + So Much More!)
Join me for my first interview of 2024, as I am joined by one of the fastest rising stars in the South West. ASW South trainee and one half of the Wrestle Force Tag Team champions.... Brandon Lee We Discussed...
Progress Unboxing
Brandon's amazing 2023
Wrestling Charlie Sterling for ASW South
Wrestle Force Tag Team Champs
'The Prestige' Nathan Angel
TNT Ignition Rumble
Making SWW debut vs. Myles Kayman
Brandon's Wrestling Fandom
Being inspired by Edge & The Undertaker
His early days in the business
Performing for All Star Wrestling within first 6 months
Joel Redman and James Redman as mentors
Superstars of Wrestling
Training with ASW South in Salisbury
Brandon's huge body transformation
His moveset and inspiration
Brandon's exciting 2024 and beyond!
Listeners Questions
Plus, so much more!
TIDAL Wrestling 'NEW DAWN 2' Preview Show LIVE!
TIDAL Wrestling - NEW DAWN 2 - Live Preview Show Join Taj, Maddog and Johners as they look ahead to TIDAL Wresting's first show of 2024, "New Dawn 2" Get your tickets for 'New Dawn 2' January 14th at The Parish, Huddersfield http://tidalwrestling2023.bigcartel.com
2023 Best of Wrestling With Johners - Part 3
In Part 3 of 3, we check out some of the best bits from Wrestling With Johners in 2023.
Featuring...
Sha Samuels
Michael Oku
Big Damo
Mark Haskins
Lana Austin
Mike Quackenbush
Nico Angelo
Dr Tom Prichard
Kira Chimira
Session Moth Martina
Dirty Dango (fka Fandango WWE)
Nina Samuels
Scott Garland
Sanity
2023 Best of Wrestling With Johners - Part 2
We've had a tremendous year of fantastic Interviews on Wrestling With Johners in 2023.
In Part 2 of 3, we check out some of the best bits from Wrestling With Johners in 2023.
Featuring...
Lana Austin,
Big Damo,
Danny Black,
Rayne Leverkusen,
JETTA,
James Mason,
Session Moth Martina,
Dr. Tom Prichard,
KC Navarro,
Eddie Ryan,
And, Nigel McGuinness
2023 Best of Wrestling With Johners - Part 1
We've had a tremendous year of fantastic Interviews on Wrestling With Johners in 2023.
In Part 1 of 3, we check out some of the best bits from Wrestling With Johners in 2023. Including...
Gene Munny
Harrison Bennett
Callum Newman
Connor Mills
Tom Dawkins/Cara Noir
Rhio
BULLIT
And, Lizzy Evo
Ep339 - Dr. Tom Prichard Interview (JPWA with Glenn Jacobs, Training The Rock, The Heavenly Bodies, WWF Tag Team titles at WrestleMania with Chris Candido, Paul Boesch in Houston Wrestling & More!)
Join me as I sit down with legendary pro wrestler and one of the greatest tag team wrestlers of all time, and the head coach at JPWA in Knoxville, Tennessee... Dr. Tom Prichard
We discuss...
The formation of JPWA with Glenn Jacobs
The summer graduates including Toby St. John, Echo, Ruby Manitoba and Jordan Sparkes
Success stories including Ivy Nile and Channing 'Stacks' Lorenzo
Training the likes of Kurt Angle, Edge, The Hardy Boyz and so many more!
Taking Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson under his wing in his first coaching role
Growing up a wrestling fan with brother Bruce and Ted in Texas
Paul Boesch and Houston Wrestling
The Hanging Angle with Dirty White Boy in Continental
His tour of Japan in 1989
Working for USWA in Memphis with the likes of Jerry Lawler, Jeff Jarrett, Robert Fuller and Steve Austin
The formation of The Heavenly Bodies with Jim Cornette and Stan Lane
'Gigolo' Jimmy Del Ray replacing Stan in the Bodies
Epic feud with The Rock n Roll Express
Coming into WWF in 1993
Working the Rock n Roll at Survivor Series 1993
Working working alongside Chris Candido in The Bodydonnas
Bitter Sweet experience of winning the WWF Tag Titles at Wrestlemania 12
Proudest moments
Listeners Questions
Plus, So Much More!
Johnny Saint, Exclusive Interview 'Legends Masterclass' Ep.7/Part 2
In the latest 'Legends Masterclass' Episode 7 (Part 2), I sit down with another true legend of the Golden Era of pro-wrestling.
One of the biggest names and most celebrated wrestlers in British Wrestling history. Former 10x World Lightweight Champion, JOHNNY SAINT. In Part 2 of this AMAZING Exclusive Legends Masterclass Interview.
Part 1 is OUT NOW! Subscribe to this channel TODAY to ensure you do not miss out on any of the 'Legends Masterclass Series' Interviews
Check out my previous Legends Masterclass Interviews with Marty Jones, Tony St. Clair, Adrian Street, Johnny Kidd, Lee Bamber and Mal Sanders
Ep338 - 'The Stallion' Chris Bronson Interview (SWW Heavyweight Champ, Toby St. John, FourFront in New Wave, 4FW/Brit King Pro, Plus, So Much More!)
Join me for my latest Interview, with one of the very best Pro Wrestlers in the UK in 2023. The current South West Wrestling Heavyweight champion, 'The Stallion' Chris Bronson
We discuss his impressive 299 day reign at the SWW Heavyweight champion and his impressive run as champion, including his gripping feud with Toby St. John
We discuss his fantastic 2023 with companies like Wrestling Society and New Wave Wrestling.
Chris also tells us about his IMPACT Wrestling Gut Check experience from a couple of month ago.
We also look at Chris's early days, training and working for 4FW and also becoming their heavyweight champion early into his career. And, what it is like now that Brit King Pro are running shows
Chris also tells us about his influences, his love for Old School wrestling and so much more!
Ep337 - LANA AUSTIN Live Interview (PWI 250, Progress Women's Championship, Lana-oke World Tour, The Decibelles, Listeners Questions + So Much More!)
Ep336 - ADAM CARTER Interview (Scotty 2 Hotty, The Virus, No Mercy Wrestling, Coming Back after 3 Years Absence, The Cardio King, Listeners Questions, Plus So Much More!)
Join me in the latest episode as I am joined by one of the hottest prospects and one of the very best Heavyweights to come out of South Wales and No Mercy Wrestling... ADAM CARTER!
Ep335 - DIRTY DANGO Exclusive Interview (Jericho at WrestleMania, Tate Mayfairs at IMMORTAL Wrestling, IMPACT Wrestling, BreezeAngo and so much more!)
Check out my exclusive (in car) interview with former WWE superstar and current IMPACT/TNA star, Dirty Dango. As we discuss his current UK tour and match against Tate Mayfairs, His time in IMPACT Wrestling, his debut against Chris Jericho at WrestleMania 29, Breeze-Ango and so much more!!
Ep334 - "The Anticonformist" KIRA CHIMERA Interview (Scotty Rawk, The Dogz Bollox, RIXE Catch Women's Champion, Punk Music & being The Anticonformist, Plus So Much More!)
Join me as I sit down with the current RIXE Catch Women's champion and the UKPW Women's champion... "The Anticonformist" KIRA CHIMERA
Ep333 - NICO ANGELO, Exclusive Interview (All Wales Title, New Wave Wrestling, Ace Austin, MOTY with Aluna, SWW Journey, Wild Boar & Mark Andrews, Listeners Questions + So Much More!)
Check out my most recent Live Interview with the current ALL WALES CHAMPION.... "The Man With A Black Heart Of Gold" NICO ANGELO
We discuss his incredible journey and last 6 years in the wrestling business.
Nico's 2023 so far
Being a Coach at New Wave
The Incredible Talent coming out of South Wales
Becoming the All Wales Champion
Nico's Journey with SWW since 2019
1st Ever Match with Charles Crowley
Feuding with Sid Oakley and the Openweight title
Show Stealing matches with Shane Hooker & Aluna
Nico's Interesting Start in Pro Wrestling
Dragon Pro with Wild Boar & Mark Andrews
His Fantastic Rise in 2019
ATTACK: Pro Wrestling 24/7 Title
Extreme Fields vs. Robbie X & Scotty Rawk
Facing Ace Austin in a Crazy Match in Cardiff
The Meaning behind Nico's Tattoos
Listeners Questions
Plus, So Much More!
Ep332 - "The Futurist" Leon Cage Interview (Iron Cobra Winner, Connor Mills, Mark Andrews, IMPACT Gut Check, Eddie Ryan, New Wave Wrestling, No Mercy Wrestling, Listeners Questions + So Much More!)
Join me for my latest live Interview, with one of the most exciting young prospects coming out of South Wales in 2023...
The 2023 Iron Cobra tournament winner, "The Futurist" LEON CAGE
We discuss his incredible rise on the South Wales and UK scene. Leon's incredible weekend, with back to back matches for New Wave Wrestling, Pro Wrestling Chaos and No Mercy Wrestling.
Leon tell's about attending a seminar with Scotty 2 Hotty last Sunday at the Caerphilly Leisure centre.
We go into detail about his road to the Iron Cobra tournament final and his incredible match against Alex Vaughn at No Mercy's most recent show.
Leon tell's us about his incredible rise in the last 6 months, with top names such as Connor Mills, Shane Hooker, Jay Joshua, Mark Andrews, Wild Boars and many more!
We discuss Leon's awesome in-ring style and the idea behind "The Futurist" nickname.
Leon give us an inside glimpse into having an IMPACT Wrestling "Gut Check" try-out a few weeks ago, and the feedback he received from Rich Swann.
We also take a look at the red hot wrestling scene in South Wales and some of the talent coming out of that scene in 2023.
Plus, Leon answers a ton of listeners questions and so much more!
Johnny Saint, Exclusive Interview 'Legends Masterclass' Ep.7/Part 1
In the latest 'Legends Masterclass' Episode 7 (Part 1), I sit down with another true legend of the Golden Era of pro-wrestling. One of the biggest names and most celebrated wrestlers in British Wrestling history. Former 10x World Lightweight Champion, JOHNNY SAINT. In Part 1 of this AMAZING Exclusive Legends Masterclass Interview. Part 1 is OUT NOW! Subscribe to this channel TODAY to ensure you do not miss out on any of the 'Legends Masterclass Series' Interviews Check out my previous Legends Masterclass Interviews with Marty Jones, Tony St. Clair, Adrian Street, Johnny Kidd, Lee Bamber and Mal Sanders
Ep331 - Session Moth Martina - Exclusive Interview (The Session Twats, Mr. Blobby, OTT & Irish Wrestling, Stardom, Progress Journey, ALL IN Weekend, The ROH Dream, Listeners Questions + So Much More!)
Join me as we continue to celebrate 5 years of Wrestling With Johners, as I sit down with one of the biggest characters and performers on the UK and Ireland Independent scene.... Session Moth Martina!
We discuss...
Being part of OTT since day 1
A 3x OTT Women's champion
Getting Injured at the 9th Anniversary show
Martina's busy ALL-IN Weekend
Being on the ALL-IN PPV
Grinding on Dave Meltzer
No. 83 in the PWI 250
The Session Twats with Crowley in Riot Cabaret
Wrestling Mr. Blobby on December
Martina's run with Progress
Her Love/Hate relationship with Deathmatches
Her transition from Kazza G to Session Moth Martina
What is a "Session Moth"
Her tours of Japan with Stardom
Martina's love for Pro Wrestling EVE
Kazza G vs. Session Moth Jetta
Her WWE Try Out in 2018
Martina's ROH Dream coming to an end
Martina's AEW matches in 2022
The Incredible Irish scene
Lyra Valkyria vs. Beck Lynch
Having more fun than EVER!
Listeners Questions
Plus, so much more!
(Duration 50 minutes)
Thank you Martina for being an awesome guest on this very special 5th Anniversary episode of Wrestling With Johners
Ep330 - TOM SCARBOROUGH Interview (Moxley vs. Trent OTT, IMPACT, PROGRESS Wrestling, Cara vs Spike feud, Riot Cabaret, Tate Mayfairs & Hustle Wrestling, WWE NXTUK & More!)
To kick-start my 5th Anniversary Celebrations, as I sit down with one of the very best and most experienced referees on the UK scene, Tom Scarborough.
We Discuss...
Officiating Jon Moxley vs Trent Seven for OTT
IMPACT Wrestling UK tour
The feud between Cara Noir vs Spike Trivet
The cage match at Heavy Metal
The Unique Experience of Riot Cabaret
His rivalry & feud with Tate Mayfairs at HUSTLE Wrestling
Growing up a wrestling fan
His desire to become a Referee early on
His early days in the business and growth as a Ref
Tom's WOS Experience and take-away moments from those tapings
Coming onto WWE's radar
Working NXTUK Takeover Cardiff & Blackpool 2 shows
The BT Sports Studio Era
Tom's highlights and favourite moments from his time in WWE
Listeners Questions
Plus, So Much More!
Ep329 - "The Allstar" Ruby Manitoba Interview (Tom Prichard, Lana Austin, Allstar Cheerleading, SWW, Echo & So Much More!)
Check out my most recent interview with one of the most exciting young wrestling talents on the UK scene, Ruby Manitoba
We discuss...
3 Months training with Dr. Tom Prichard
Working shows in Tennessee
Working a Dark Match at the NWA tapings
Graduating from JPWA
What Ruby enjoyed the most & least about the training
Coming back to the UK a more confident performer
The Spinebuster tapings in May
South West Wrestling
Her incredible fire, passion & energy in the ring!
Being a 5 time National Cheerleading Champion
Not being a fan of wrestling until starting her training
Bringing her Cheerleading into Pro Wrestling
The short-lived Rubix Cube & blonde hair
Her match against Lana Austin that really opened her eyes
Her friendship and matches with Echo
Training with Eddie Ryan at Lions Den Pro in Plymouth
Listeners Questions
Plus, so much more!
Thank you to Ruby for being a wonderful guest on this week's show! https://www.youtube.com/@wrestlingwithjohners
Ep328 - IVY, Interview (The "NOT Karen" Gimmick, The Decibelles with Lana Austin, Multi-title Holder, House of Pain, Listeners Questions + So Much More!)
In the latest Wrestling With Johners I sit down with one of the very best and most successful wrestlers on the UK Indy scene, IVY
We Discuss...
Halloween & awesome face paint designs
IVY's Amazing 2023, so far!
BWR, TGW, Shooting Star Pro Women's Champ
WIN Tag Team Champion with Joey Cement
The "Not Karen" Gimmick
"The Decibelles" with Lana Austin
IVY's Journey Towards The Wrestle Carnival Women's Title
Her Journey with PEW in Stratford Upon Avon
IVY's early days in the business
Teaming with Ruby as The Pretty Little Killers
The Effect The Pandemic Had on IVY's Career
Pro Wrestling EVE in 2022
Mentoring Joey Cement & Zizi
Listeners Questions
Plus, So Much More!
Ep327 - SCOTT GARLAND (Fka Scotty 2 Hotty - WWE Legend) UK & European Tour, Nov/Dec 2023
Join me as I sit down with WWE Legend, Scott Garland (Scotty 2 Hotty) as we discuss his up-coming tour of UK and Europe (Nov/Dec 2023)
Plus, we discuss what Scott has been up to since he was last on the show Subscribe today to ensure that you do not miss out on this or any future Wrestling With Johners LIVE Interview!https://www.youtube.com/@wrestlingwithjohners
The LONG HALLOWEEN - Official Progress Wrestling Hype Show
Join Wrestling With Johners & The Mad Dog, Mike Angus as they discuss Chapter 158 that takes place THIS SUNDAY! 🎟️ Get your tickets here for THE LONG HALLOWEEN here: https://bit.ly/158TLH Chapter 157 is now available to watch on DEMAND PROGRESS PLUS. 📺https://demandprogressplus.progresswr... 🎟️ Tickets for future events are available here: http://bit.ly/PROTIX1 PROGRESS Wrestling Social Media Platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressWres... Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThisIs_Progress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisis_prog... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@progresswrest... Website: https://progresswrestling.com 📺 Make sure you follow PROGRESS Wrestling on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@progresswrest... PROGRESS Wrestling Website: https://progresswrestling.com/ #wwe #progresswrestling #aew
Ep326 - 'The Giant Killer' Mila Smidt Interview (The Belt Collector, From Olympic Wrestling to Pro Wrestling, WWE Try Out & NXTUK Experience, Plus So Much More!)
Join me as I sit down with one of the most accomplished, decorated and exciting wrestling talents on the European Pro Wrestling scene. The Belt Collector of European Wrestling... "The Giant Killer" MILA SMIDT