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Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories

Louis Joylon West

Welcome to "Wrestling Shoot Interviews," the podcast that takes you behind the curtain of the squared circle, featuring raw and uncensored conversations with the biggest names and personalities in the industry. From legends of the ring to the architects behind the scenes, we cover the entire spectrum of professional wrestling"s rich history and dynamic present.Dive into the world of Ox Baker, whose fearsome presence and Heart Punch left fans in awe, and journey through the strategic mind of Bill

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43:30

“Bruno Sammartino: Wrestling’s Greatest Champion –...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

He wasn’t just a champion — he was a symbol of strength, resilience, and pride for millions. In this deeply personal and authorized biography, we honor the life and legacy of Bruno Sammartino, the longest-reigning world champion in wrestling history and a cultural icon for the Italian-American community. 🇮🇹💪🎙️ Born in war-torn Italy, Bruno survived Nazi occupation, came to America with nothing, and rose to become “The Living Legend” — a man who sold out Madison Square Garden over 180 times and

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97:31

“Kayfabe Nevermore: Scott Levy (Raven) Goes Off-Script”

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

He was the dark poet of wrestling — but behind the eyeliner and chaos, Scott Levy (aka Raven) was one of the sharpest minds in the business. 🧠🖤📖 In this deeply introspective shoot, Levy breaks kayfabe wide open, talking ECW’s legacy, mental health, addiction, WWE politics, and why the industry chews up thinkers like him. It’s real, raw, and refreshingly honest. This is a cerebral shoot from a tortured genius who used his pain to build one of wrestling’s most layered personas. Get ready to think —

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98:46

“At Ringside: VADER—The Man They Couldn’t Control”

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

Welcome to "At Ringside" — a new series spotlighting legends up close and unfiltered. First up: Vader — the monster, the myth, and the misunderstood powerhouse. 🦍🔥🎥 We dive into Vader’s terrifying presence in WCW, NJPW, and WWE. From stiff shots in Japan to backstage tension in the States, this shoot uncovers how Vader became the most feared big man in wrestling history. You'll hear stories from his legendary matches, his heat with HBK, and the legacy he left behind. This isn’t a profile — it’s a

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58:50

“Straight Outta Dudleyville: The Busted Tables &...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

From flaming tables to ECW anarchy to WWE tag team royalty — The Dudley Boyz redefined tag team violence. 🪑🔥👊 This electric episode breaks down their rise from bingo halls to WrestleMania, their real-life chemistry, and the shoot stories that prove D-Von and Bubba Ray were more than just gimmicks — they were innovators. We also dive into what really happened behind the scenes during the TLC wars and the locker room heat no one talks about. If you love the sound of splintered wood and thunderous

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87:18

“BATISTA: I Walk Alone – The Unfiltered Rise of a...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

Before the blockbuster movies and red carpets, Dave Bautista was a misunderstood powerhouse in tight trunks with a chip on his shoulder and a dream to survive the machine. 🦍🎥💥 In this deeply honest episode, we track Batista’s explosive rise through WWE — from his breakout with Evolution to his bitter backstage battles and his decision to walk away at the height of fame. You’ll hear about creative clashes with Cena, the heat with Triple H, and the iconic story behind his “I Walk Alone” persona

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37:10

“Kurt Angle: The Gold Medalist Reacts to His Greatest...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

Oh it’s true — it’s damn true. 🥇💥 In this fan-favorite episode, Kurt Angle reacts LIVE to his greatest wrestling moments, from his WWE debut to the milk truck, to his match with Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania 21. You’ll hear personal insight on what he felt, what hurt, what went wrong, and why his wrestling IQ is still unmatched. This is the rare peek into the mindset of a real Olympic gold medalist who chose pro wrestling — and changed it forever. This one’s got heart, pain, and hilarity. Don’t

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88:46

“The Summer of CM Punk: Pipe Bombs, Power Struggles &...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

In 2011, one man picked up a microphone and flipped the wrestling world upside down. 💣🎤🔥 This is the untamed, uncensored story of The Summer of CM Punk — the shoot heard around the world and the war it ignited backstage and on-screen. We dissect the moment Punk dropped the Pipe Bomb, walked out with the WWE title, and held Vince hostage with nothing but words and work rate. This episode peels back how real the angle really was, what went down behind closed doors, and how Punk redefined what it

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115:00

“JOHN CENA: Home Video Breakdown of His Greatest...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

He was the face that ran the place — but that came with enemies. In this rare full home video breakdown, we revisit John Cena’s greatest rivalries and the shoot stories behind them. 🧢🏆📼 From Edge’s real-life resentment to CM Punk’s rebellion, The Rock’s part-time jabs, and Brock Lesnar’s legit brutality, we reveal what made these feuds personal, political, and unforgettable. This isn’t about the gimmicks — it’s about what went down behind the Gorilla Position, and how Cena kept rising through

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76:29

“Mark Henry’s Hall of Pain: Crushing Bones and...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

In 2011, Mark Henry did the unthinkable — he transformed from veteran gatekeeper to one of the most believable monsters in wrestling history. 💥🏋️‍♂️🩸 This documentary-style episode explores the rise of the Hall of Pain, where Henry dismantled Orton, Big Show, and anyone in his path with brutal realism. We cover the psychology behind the push, the shock title win, and the real-world respect he earned in and out of the locker room. Mark Henry’s reinvention was more than a gimmick — it was a legacy

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28:51

“Rodzilla Runs Wild: Dennis Rodman in WCW – The WWE...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

He was wild, unpredictable, and a walking ratings spike. In this outrageous full documentary, we reveal the untold story of Dennis “Rodzilla” Rodman in WCW — a crossover that was either genius or insanity. 🐍🏀💪 From his clashes with Hogan, to no-showing Nitro, to partying with the NWO between pay-per-views, this is Rodman like you’ve never heard him — through the lens of the wrestlers who had to live with him. We unpack the business gamble, the mainstream buzz, and the absolute chaos behind

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49:43

“Bobby ‘The Brain’ Heenan: The Home Video They Tried...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

Witty. Wicked. Brilliant. In this rare full home video release, we celebrate the life, legacy, and mad genius of Bobby “The Brain” Heenan — through vintage footage, biting commentary, and never-before-heard soundbites. 🧠🎤🎬 This is Heenan at his rawest and funniest, tearing down opponents with words sharper than any steel chair. We dive into his feuds with Hogan and Monsoon, his managing philosophies, and how he turned insult into art. Whether you grew up loving to hate him or secretly rooting for

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80:06

“Jules Strongbow Shoot: Tribal Truths, Legends &...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

In one of the most authentic and emotional shoot interviews ever recorded, Jules Strongbow shares untold memories of his legendary brother Chief Jay Strongbow, the silent genius of Nick Bockwinkel, and the mystique of Andre the Giant. 🪶🏹👊This is a heartfelt journey through the golden era of wrestling — full of brotherhood, battles, and brutal honesty. Jules peels back decades of road stories, racial politics, and what it really meant to live the gimmick in the 1970s.If you’ve ever wanted a

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125:33

“Dusty Rhodes: Secrets of the Ring & The American...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

He wasn’t just a wrestler — he was the soul of professional wrestling. In this powerful shoot episode, we open the vault on Dusty Rhodes, revealing the hidden chapters of a man who lived and breathed the business. 🌟🎙️ From booking the territories to crafting unforgettable promos, we break down Dusty’s real backstage influence, his unique vision for talent, and the secrets of the ring he shared with only a select few. You’ll hear stories about Dusty's war with the office, his clashes with Ric

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17:39

“The BANNED Vince McMahon Shoot Interview: What He...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

This was never supposed to be released. This is the banned Vince McMahon shoot interview — and it’s everything you imagined and more. 💼🚫💣 From his ruthless tactics to shocking remarks on the territories, WCW, steroids, and his own legacy, this unreleased shoot captures the darkest, most unfiltered version of the Chairman. With audio that was allegedly buried for years, you'll hear Vince speak candidly, arrogantly, and even emotionally about the business he built and destroyed. Why was it pulled

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68:20

Four Horsemen Heat: Tully Blanchard & Shane Douglas...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/22

Two legends. One volatile shoot. In this Appalachian-flavored exposé, Tully Blanchard and Shane Douglas take the gloves off to deliver one of the most controversial and raw interviews ever recorded. 🔥🎙️🎸 Recorded during a wild regional appearance, this shoot interview unearths old beefs, NWA backstage chaos, and the explosive claims Shane Douglas makes about ECW and WCW. Tully claps back, dropping insight bombs and hard truths about the wrestling lifestyle, fame, and fallout. This isn’t just a

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104:26

“BILLY JACK HAYNES: Blood, Lies & Truth Bombs (The...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/21

He didn’t come to play nice. In this brutal, no-holds-barred 2019 shoot interview, Billy Jack Haynes drops pipe bombs on the entire industry — from Vince McMahon to drug use, to the secrets he claims the wrestling world doesn't want you to hear. 🧨🩸🎙️ Haynes dives deep into his days in Portland Wrestling, his infamous feud with Hercules, and a dark confession about the business that’ll leave your jaw on the floor. No one is safe in this one — and Haynes doesn’t hold back. This is the episode that

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134:20

“PAUL ORNDORFF UNCUT SHOOT: Behind Closed Doors with...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/21

He was powerful, intense, and just a little bit… unpredictable. In this rare and raw 2005 shoot interview, we go behind closed doors with Paul “Mr. Wonderful” Orndorff, uncovering the real man behind the muscle. 🏋️‍♂️🎤 From his feuds with Hogan and his run in WCW to that one laugh-out-loud locker room story you’ll never forget, Orndorff opens up like never before. He talks about the highs, the heartbreaks, and the real politics of 1980s and 1990s wrestling with no filter and all fire. And yes —

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49:01

“GOLDBERG’S STREAK: The Untold Rise of WCW’s Ultimate...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/21

🔥 173-0. A number that became myth. But what really happened behind the scenes of the most unstoppable winning streak in pro wrestling history? In this explosive full-length documentary, we go deep into Goldberg’s meteoric rise, from his WCW debut to his reign of fear, fame, and furious squashes. 🏆💥 Hear from insiders, rivals, and WCW legends as we pull back the curtain on how the streak was booked, the politics that surrounded it, and the moment it all came crashing down. Was it pure dominance —

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92:34

Holding the Book Behind the Mic with Raven —...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/14

🎤💼💥 Think booking guests is just emails and calendars? Think again. In this no-holds-barred episode, we step into the high-pressure, behind-the-scenes world of podcast guest wrangling with none other than Raven—the relentless force behind the voices you hear on the mic. From chasing down A-listers to navigating shady publicists, Raven spills the real tea on what it takes to book the unbookable. With untold stories, insider strategies, and some shocking industry secrets, this isn’t just about

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122:37

"📆💥 WWE Timeline: Dave Finlay – The 2006 Backstage...

Wrestling Shoot Interviews and stories ·

2025/06/12

💥 Bio:Before the women’s revolution, before backstage structure existed—Dave Finlay was running the real business. In this unfiltered timeline episode focused on WWE 2006, we spotlight the man who made superstars look better, fight harder, and respect the craft. Finlay's influence shaped matches, mentored talent, and kept chaos from turning into disaster. This episode shines a light on a true workhorse and unheralded legend who helped WWE evolve when no one was watching.Lets get this straight in a

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