Best Cody Deaner Podcasts (2025)

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"Anticipation is key" - Tyler Tirva 17:20

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1M ago17:20

17:20

Tyler Tirva is back again! Tyler Tirva is a veteran Canadian professional wrestler who has wrestled for WWE, TNA Wrestling, AEW, and numerous major independent wrestling companies across North America. He's both tagged with and wrestled against Cody Deaner countless times in the past. He's also been on the show and shared his personal story and jou…

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"Find your moveset" - Jake O'Reilly 14:14

2M ago14:14

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Jake O'Reilly is back again! Jake has been wrestling for over 20 years. He was trained by "Showtime" Eric Young and has appeared in rings in Japan, US, Canada and all over the world. He's worked for TNA Wrestling, AEW, Rock Solid Wrestling and other major independent wrestling events worldwide. *Disclaimer* This episode was filmed prior to an incid…

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"Choose Your Experience" - John Skyler 16:04

2M ago16:04

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John Skyler is back again! Skyler is one half of the TNA Wrestling Tag Team "The Great Hands." He has wrestled for the WWE, NXT, AEW and now full-time with TNA Wrestling. In this episode, Cody and Skyler explore the idea that in pro wrestling, you get to choose your experience. Both the experience you want... and your response to it. They then disc…

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"The pop at the finish matters most" - Tyler Tirva 21:47

3M ago21:47

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Tyler Tirva is a veteran Canadian professional wrestler who has wrestled for WWE, TNA Wrestling, AEW, and numerous major independent wrestling companies across North America. He's both tagged with and wrestled against Cody Deaner countless times in the past. He's also been on the show and shared his personal story and journey which is available now…

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"Make them feel something" - Jake O'Reilly 20:16

3M ago20:16

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Jake O'Reilly has been wrestling for over 20 years. He was trained by "Showtime" Eric Young and has appeared in rings in Japan, US, Canada and all over the world. He's worked for TNA Wrestling, AEW, Rock Solid Wrestling and other major independent wrestling events worldwide. *Disclaimer* This episode was filmed prior to an incident between Jake O'R…

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"Just Get Over" - John Skyler 16:58

3M ago16:58

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John Skyler is one half of the TNA Wrestling Tag Team "The Great Hands." He has wrestled for the WWE, NXT, AEW and now full-time with TNA Wrestling. In this episode, Cody and Skyler explore the idea that in a professional wrestling the most important thing you can do is JUST GET OVER. They then discuss how this idea relates to our lives in some pre…

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Thelonious Jovinius Harlequin (aka TJ Harley) - Part 2 39:05

4M ago39:05

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We’re back for Part 2 with Thelonious Jovinius Harlequin (aka TJ Harley)! As we learned last episode, Cody and TJ have been friends for over 20 years. They first met on the Ontario independent wrestling scene in Canada many moons ago. They’ve done battles together, tagged together, and traveled up and down the roads together. In Part 2 of their con…

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Thelonious Jovinius Harlequin (aka TJ Harley) - Part 1 41:20

4M ago41:20

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We’re back to our old format for the next 2 episodes… today is Part 1 with Thelonious Jovinius Harlequin (aka TJ Harley)! Cody and TJ have been friends for over 20 years. They first met on the Ontario independent wrestling scene in Canada many moons ago. They’ve done battles together, tagged together, and traveled up and down the roads together. In…

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"The pop at the finish matters most" with Liam Carr 9:09

5M ago9:09

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Liam Carr is an independent professional wrestler based out of Liverpool, England. He is the youngest British wrestler to ever do a Canadian Winter Death Tour. At only 24 years old, he is also the owner of "Live Pro Wrestling" & "Infinite Promotions." In this episode, Cody and Liam explore the idea that in a professional wrestling match, the "pop" …

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"Pay Your Dues" with Tarik 10:37

5M ago10:37

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Tarik is a veteran independent professional wrestler from Ontario, Canada. He has wrestled all over the country and been in the ring with some of the best pro wrestlers of the modern era. He is known as "Mr. Punch, Kick, Chop." In this episode, Cody Deaner and Tarik explore the idea of how important it is to "Pay Your Dues." Not only in the world o…

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"Look The Part" with Notorious TID 11:57

6M ago11:57

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Notorious TID is a retired veteran independent professional wrestler based out of Ontario, Canada. He is the founder of one of the original pro wrestling podcasts before podcasts were even a thing! In this episode, Cody Deaner and TID explore the idea of how important it is to "Look The Part" in professional wrestling. And, of course, how this advi…

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"Go Where You're Valued" with Ben "The Mad Bomber" Nelson Creed 20:36

6M ago20:36

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Ben Nelson Creed is a former professional wrestler from British Columbia, Canada known as "The Mad Bomber." He is also an amazing author. Cody Deaner wrote the foreword to Ben's latest book "12 Pro Wrestling Rules for Life." Ben also wrote an autobiography about the numerous trials and tribulations in his wrestling career entitled "You're gonna hur…

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"Rest When Dead" - Reaper Wrestling Owner Aaron York 43:39

6M ago43:39

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"Rest When Dead" is more than just a brand... it's a way of life. Aaron York has worn many hats and works tirelessly to make various ventures a success. He's the owner of Rest When Dead Clothing Company. He's the owner of CEO Fit Supplements. He runs a successful fitness centre - Hustle Culture Fitness. And now he's the owner of a brand-new Canadia…

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"Pay Your Dues" with Liam Carr 14:03

7M ago14:03

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Liam Carr is an independent professional wrestler based out of Liverpool, England. He is the youngest British wrestler to ever do a Canadian Winter Death Tour. At only 24 years old, he is also the owner of "Live Pro Wrestling" & "Infinite Promotions." In this episode, Cody and Liam explore the idea of how important it is to "Pay Your Dues." Not onl…

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"If you believe... they'll believe" with Notorious TID 10:52

7M ago10:52

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Notorious TID is a retired veteran independent professional wrestler based out of Ontario, Canada. He is the founder of one of the original pro wrestling podcasts before podcasts were even a thing! In this episode, Cody Deaner and TID explore the idea of succeeding in wrestling by following this one piece of advice: "If you believe... they'll belie…

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"Find Your Moveset" with Tarik 11:02

8M ago11:02

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Tarik is a veteran independent professional wrestler from Ontario, Canada. He has wrestled all over the country and been in the ring with some of the best pro wrestlers of the modern era. He is known as "Mr. Punch, Kick, Chop." In this episode, Cody Deaner and Tarik explore the idea of how important it is to "Find Your Moveset." Not only in the wor…

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"Work the Gimmick" with Ben "The Mad Bomber" Nelson Creed 28:23

8M ago28:23

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Ben Nelson Creed is a former professional wrestler from British Columbia, Canada known as "The Mad Bomber." He is also an amazing author. Cody Deaner wrote the foreword to Ben's latest book "12 Pro Wrestling Rules for Life." Ben also wrote an autobiography about the numerous trials and tribulations in his wrestling career entitled "You're gonna hur…

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"Less is More" - with David Sahadi 15:47

9M ago15:47

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David Sahadi is a legendary professional wrestling producer, director, creator, and author. He is the creative director behind many of your favourite music videos and video packages from the WWE "Attitude Era." He is also a prolific author and Cody's former colleague at TNA Wrestling. In this episode, Cody Deaner and David Sahadi explore some advic…

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"Make them FEEL something" - with David Sahadi 13:08

9M ago13:08

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David Sahadi is a legendary professional wrestling producer, director, creator, and author. He is the creative director behind the infamous RAW is War rooftop opening credits and numerous video packages and promos at the height of the WWE "Attitude Era." In this episode, Cody Deaner and David Sahadi explore an age old adage used in pro wrestling - …

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ANNOUNCEMENT: New episodes + new format 5:29

9M ago5:29

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Cody Deaner updates his loyal listeners on the reason for his hiatus and what to expect with the new format and new upcoming episodes of "Wrestling is Life is Wrestling" Learn more about the podcast at http://codydeaner.com/podcast Support our sponsors at: Rest When Dead Clothing - http://restwhendead.ca CEO Fit - http://ceofit.ca…

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1 year anniversary SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 11:56

1+ y ago11:56

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Happy 1 year anniversary of the “Wrestling is Life is Wrestling” podcast! Cody Deaner makes an important announcement regarding the past year of the show and what the next year of the show might look like and feel like. Please leave your feedback for the show in a review or leave your thoughts on Cody’s socials @CodyDeaner on Instagram/X/Facebook…

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Episode 52: Jesse Scott Tribute - Part 2 1:46:11

1+ y ago1:46:11

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Jesse Scott was a charismatic, creative, energetic, and powerful positive force in the professional wrestling world. He wrestled for over 2 decades under the names JT Playa, and later, Tiberious King. He was the founder of NEO Wrestling, a company that helped launch the careers of many professional wrestlers who currently wrestle on television for …

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Episode 51: Jesse Scott Tribute - Part 1 1:14:48

1+ y ago1:14:48

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On May 7, 2024, at the age of 43, Jesse Scott left this life. Jesse succumbed to a rare form of cancer, which he bravely faced for more than a year. Jesse was a powerful and positive force in the professional wrestling world. He wrestled for over 2 decades under the names JT Playa, and later, Tiberious King. He was the founder of NEO Wrestling, a c…

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Episode 50: Sami Callihan - Part 2 1:03:14

1+ y ago1:03:14

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Sami Callihan returns to continue telling the saga that is his life journey in professional wrestling. Sami again sits down with Cody to discuss his life in professional wrestling and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Never before has Sami publicly gone into this much detail about his life & career. In Part 2 of this 2-part series, Sami discu…

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Episode 49: Sami Callihan - Part 1 1:01:35

1+ y ago1:01:35

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Sami Callihan has a story to tell. Over the next 2 weeks, Sami sits down with Cody to tell the detailed journey of his life in professional wrestling and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Sami himself says that he’s never gone into this much detail about his career before publicly. In Part 1 of this 2-part series, Sami discusses his family, h…

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Episode 48: David Penzer - Part 2 59:25

1+ y ago59:25

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David Penzer returns! David Penzer was the voice of WCW as its ring announcer at the height of the WWF/WCW Monday Night Wars in the 1990’s. In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, Cody and Penzer discuss working with the legends of the wrestling world, the lessons he learned from some of the greatest minds in the industry, and how he decided to ge…

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Episode 47: David Penzer - Part 1 1:01:02

1+ y ago1:01:02

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David Penzer has been in the wrestling business for well over three decades. At the height of the WWF/WCW Monday Night Wars, David Penzer was the voice of World Championship Wrestling. He announced multiple legends to the ring at the height of their careers – men like Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Randy Savage, Roddy Piper, The NWO, The Four Horsemen… a w…

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Episode 46: Rest When Dead Skeleton Crew - Jake Something, Jody Threat, & Crazzy Steve - Part 2 54:50

1+ y ago54:50

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The Skeleton Crew returns! Cody Deaner sits down for part 2 of this enlightening chat with Rest When Dead sponsored athletes and TNA wrestlers Crazzy Steve, Jake Something, and Jody Threat. The Skelton Crew continue where they left off last week and the conversation continues to get deep and real as they discuss what they are truly passionate about…

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Episode 45: Rest When Dead Skeleton Crew - Jake Something, Jody Threat, & Crazzy Steve 52:16

1+ y ago52:16

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The Skeleton Crew! Cody Deaner sits down for his first multi-person conversation with the entire Rest When Dead Skeleton Crew. RWD sponsored athletes Crazzy Steve, Jake Something, and Jody Threat join the show to discuss all things wrestling and all things life. This conversation gets deep. It gets unique. It gets real. All from the perspective of …

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Episode 44: “The People's Choice" - Ask Cody Anything 1:24:23

1+ y ago1:24:23

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THE PEOPLE HAVE SPOKEN! On this special edition of the show… the power is in the hands of the PEOPLE. The topics aren’t Cody’s choice… they are the PEOPLE’S Choice! Cody answers questions from fans on this special LIVE edition of the podcast. He discusses how intimidating it’s been to evolve and change his character over the years, his charity work…

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Episode 43: Gail Kim - Part 2 47:05

1+ y ago47:05

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Gail Kim returns! We return for Part 2 of this 2-part conversation with the 7x TNA Knockout champion, former WWE Women’s Champion, and TNA Hall of Famer to discuss more of her journey in the wild world of professional wrestling. Gail has always been a risk-taker. Both in and out of the ring. When she was unhappy with how she was treated and being p…

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Episode 42: Gail Kim - Part 1 55:10

1+ y ago55:10

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Gail Kim is one of the most influential women’s wrestlers of her generation. She’s a record-setting 7x TNA Knockout Champion, former TNA Knockout Tag-Team Champion, former WWE Women’s Champion, TNA Hall of Famer, and listed in WWE’s top 50 female performers of all time. And she’s got a story to tell! Non-wrestling fans might know her from her time …

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Episode 41: Tyler Tirva - Part 2 59:51

1+ y ago59:51

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Tyler Tirva returns! Tyler Tirva is “The Saturday Night Delight.” He is Mr. Young, Fit & Stupid Pretty. He is the best unsigned talent in professional wrestling today. Oh… and he’s Cody Deaner’s “road wife.” Cody has spent more time on the road with Tyler Tirva than any other wrestler. And they’ve had countless “life conversations” while travelling…

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Episode 40: Tyler Tirva - Part 1 1:06:00

1+ y ago1:06:00

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Tyler Tirva is one of the best professional wrestlers on the planet today. If talent was the defining factor in a professional wrestler having a contract and wrestling on TV, Tyler Tirva would have been on TV the last 10 years. But, unfortunately… that hasn’t been the case. That doesn’t mean that it shouldn’t be the case. And doesn’t mean we can’t …

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Episode 39: ODB - Part 2 55:22

1+ y ago55:22

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ODB returns! Jessie Kresa – aka ODB – One Dirty Bitch - is a trendsetter in the professional wrestling world. In a world that told her she had to look, act, and talk a certain way… ODB took those ideals and told the rule makers to shove it up their ass! In Part 2 of this 2-part conversation, ODB and Cody continue discussing their time working toget…

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Episode 38: ODB - Part 1 1:03:49

1+ y ago1:03:49

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ODB is an originator. During a time when women in the professional wrestling industry were expected to be stereotypical blonde “Barbie” look-a-likes who’s in-ring talent was secondary to how they looked in a swimsuit… ODB drank from a flask, kicked ass in the ring, and told the world she was ONE DIRTY BITCH! As a member of the ORIGINAL “Women’s Rev…

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Episode 37: Sinn - Part 2 59:09

1+ y ago59:09

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Sinn Bodhi returns! “The Warlord of Weird” has worked for the WWE & TNA Wrestling, ran his own wrestling company, travelled the world working in circus-freakshows, ran his own wrestling school, makes his own custom-made LJN action figures, has been mentored by Jake “The Snake” Roberts, and lives on a farm with pet chickens and goats. It’s safe to s…

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Episode 36: Sinn Bodhi - Part 1 1:01:38

1+ y ago1:01:38

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Sinn Bodhi is quite possibly the most unique and creative professional wrestler in the business today… maybe ever. His mentor Jake “The Snake” Roberts even told the “Warlord of Weird” that he’s operating on another level when it comes to his mind for the pro wrestling business. Cody and Sinn have been friends for over 20 years; both growing up in t…

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Episode 35: Jimmy Jacobs - Part 2 56:23

1+ y ago56:23

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Jimmy Jacobs RETURNS! Jimmy Jacobs currently works for AEW on the creative team. He’s worked either as a wrestler or on the creative team for all of the biggest wrestling companies in the world: All Elite Wrestling, Ring of Honor, TNA Wrestling, and World Wrestling Entertainment - WWE. For Part 2 of this 2-part conversation, Cody and Jimmy discuss …

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Episode 34: Jimmy Jacobs - Part 1 49:41

2y ago49:41

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Jimmy Jacobs currently works for AEW on the creative team. That’s where he’s landed after a near 25-year career in the professional wrestling business as a 5-time world tag-team champion at Ring of Honor, a former Impact Wrestling creative team member, and former writer at WWE. This week’s conversation is like none other on the show before. Cody De…

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Episode 33: Tommy Dreamer - Part 2 55:05

2y ago55:05

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It’s time for MORE story-time with Tommy Dreamer. Tommy Dreamer is an ECW original, former WWE superstar, former WWE talent relations & current TNA Wrestling creative team member & on-screen performer. Last week, Tommy told a never-before-heard story involving Roddy Piper. And Tommy & Cody discussed how they first met when Tommy was working in the …

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Episode 32: Tommy Dreamer - Part 1 53:39

2y ago53:39

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It’s story-time with ECW original, former WWE superstar, former WWE talent relations & current TNA Wrestling creative team member & on-screen talent – “The Innovator of Violence” Tommy Dreamer. In Part 1 of this 2-part conversation, Cody Deaner sits under the Tommy Dreamer story-time tree and you’re welcomed to sit down, relax, and enjoy the ride! …

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Episode 31: Heath - Part 2 42:12

2y ago42:12

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Get to know the REAL Heath (formerly known as Heath Slater in the WWE). In Part 2 of this 2-part conversation, Heath continues to open up about the men who influenced him most in his life during his struggle to break into the world of professional wrestling. And the man who helped him the most when he got injured and lost his confidence in himself …

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Episode 30: Heath - Part 1 50:01

2y ago50:01

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A lot of people think they know Heath (formerly known as Heath Slater in the WWE). But, to know the REAL Heath, you have to know where he came from. In Part 1 of this 2-part conversation, Heath discusses his humble upbringing and shares some deep, personal stories of the man who raised him and inspired him to believe in himself and achieve his drea…

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Episode 29: Traci Brooks - Part 2 1:00:28

2y ago1:00:28

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Cody Deaner sits down for the second part of his conversation with his long-time friend and TNA Hall of Famer – Traci Brooks. Last week, Cody and Traci discussed her upbringing. Traci was born and raised in a very small, rural, Canadian town on a pig farm. And she grew up dealing with a physical disability known as Erb’s Palsy. Despite these things…

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Episode 28: Traci Brooks - Part 1 1:02:25

2y ago1:02:25

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Cody Deaner sits down with his long-time friend and TNA Hall of Famer – Traci Brooks. Traci Brooks is an original TNA Knockout. She is the longest reigning contracted TNA Knockout in company history. She’s worked alongside some of the biggest names in the professional wrestling business. Oh… and she posed for Playboy. Those are just a few of the th…

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Episode 27: Tornado - Part 2 1:05:05

2y ago1:05:05

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Cody Deaner sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with his long-time friend and professional wrestling veteran journeyman of almost 30 years – Tornado. They start where they left off last week, talking about lessons Tornado learned while working the independent wrestling scene. They also discuss his work with WWE and the trials and tribulations …

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Episode 26: Tornado - Part 1 1:11:55

2y ago1:11:55

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Cody Deaner sits down for Part 1 of his conversation with his long-time friend and professional wrestling veteran journeyman of almost 30 years – Tornado. Tornado has led a fascinating life. Whether it’s the fact that he started playing with famous Canadian bands as a professional musician when he was only a teenager, worked for the WWE for almost …

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Episode 25: Kon - Part 2 1:02:51

2y ago1:02:51

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Cody Deaner sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with fellow IMPACT Wrestling tag-team partner and The Design stablemate – Kon. Kon is a veteran of over 2 decades in the wrestling business. He worked for the WWE for over 13 years in various sectors of the company (Deep South, FCW, NXT, and the WWE main roster). Cody and Kon start where they lef…

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Episode 24: Kon - Part 1 59:18

2y ago59:18

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Cody Deaner sits down with fellow IMPACT Wrestling tag-team partner and The Design stablemate – Kon. Kon is a veteran of over 2 decades in the wrestling business. He’s worked in the WWE developmental system in Deep South, FCW, and in NXT and the WWE main roster. Cody and Kon discuss a variety of topics in Part 1 of this conversation, including: - w…