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Wrestling Life with Ben Veal
Wrestling Life with Ben Veal
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Real talk from real talent: this is the podcast and YouTube interview series that shines the spotlight firmly - and positively - on the professional wrestling industry.
Each and every episode features candid, open, honest and inspiring conversations with special guests, showcasing the talented individuals who defined wrestling's past, influence its present and are shaping its future.
Award-winning communicator, journalist and lifelong wrestling fan Ben Veal invites guests worldwide to tell the stories that need telling.
Each and every episode features candid, open, honest and inspiring conversations with special guests, showcasing the talented individuals who defined wrestling's past, influence its present and are shaping its future.
Award-winning communicator, journalist and lifelong wrestling fan Ben Veal invites guests worldwide to tell the stories that need telling.
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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.This is Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: https://youtu.be/ZVbsz-9m0uQ?si=jq_wK0f-Qvo1rYpnBuy BADD TO GOOD by Marc Mero with Ben Veal - The Inspiring Story of a Wrestling Wildman!Available now in paperback and kindle editions:Amazon US - https://tinyurl.com/4888cax8Amazon UK - https://tinyurl.com/3udpwm8hInside The Ropes Magazine - https://tinyurl.com/yb2k2y7fFind out more at - http://www.wrestlinglife.online/marc-mero-badd-to-goodPrefer 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/57xby2ws
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!This is Wrestling Life with Ben Veal: https://youtu.be/ZVbsz-9m0uQ?si=jq_wK0f-Qvo1rYpnBuy BADD TO GOOD by Marc Mero with Ben Veal - The Inspiring Story of a Wrestling Wildman!Available now in paperback and kindle editions:Amazon US - https://tinyurl.com/4888cax8Amazon UK - https://tinyurl.com/3udpwm8hInside The Ropes Magazine - https://tinyurl.com/yb2k2y7fFind out more at - http://www.wrestlinglife.online/marc-mero-badd-to-good
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!.
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.
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.
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.#wrestling #wwe #worldwrestlingfederation #wrestlinglife 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.
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.
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.
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.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/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.
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.
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.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 official merchandise: 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.
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.
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. 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 official merchandise: 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-Qvo1rYpnBecome a sponsor - advertise your brand: https://www.wrestlinglife.online/advertiseBuy official merchandise: 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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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.
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.
Wrestling Life with Ben VealCandice 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.
'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.
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! Order a Cameo video from wrestling legend Mick Foley before 31st October and 100% of the profits will be donated to Childfund: https://www.cameo.com/mickfoleyWatch full Mick Foley interview: https://youtu.be/4Iwf5SZ4e0U Support 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% offHelp 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.























