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In-Depth with Ring of Honor Star and Commentator Colt Cabana

November 7, 2017 Scott Fishman Comments Off

Colt Cabana is a true Renaissance man of pro wrestling. The proud Chicagoan has brought his almost 20 years of experience and signature wit to the broadcast table for Ring of Honor. Together with Ian Riccaboni, the two have become a strong commentary team. Along with this role, the 37-year-old Cabana continues to work regularly in the ring, podcast, take the stage for stand up, fill merchandise orders, and oh by the way, co-author a new children’s book “Wrestling Dreams.” The consummate entrepreneur took time out of his hectic schedule for an interview ahead of ROH’s upcoming live event in […]

WWE Announces Big Plans for 25th Anniversary of ‘Monday Night Raw’

October 30, 2017 Scott Fishman Comments Off

WWE plans to pull out all the stops for its 25th Anniversary of Raw show January 22 live on USA Network. The company officially announced the historic event will emanate from the Barclays Center and Manhattan Center in New York City. The later venue was actually the site of the first episode of Raw. And WWE will feature special appearances from some of the legends who were there in 1993 and helped put the program on the map including The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels and Kevin Nash. Not only will the superstars of the red brand be on hand for the […]

Catching Up with New Ring of Honor Tag Team Champions Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin

October 10, 2017 Scott Fishman Comments Off

After more than a decade Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin defeated the Young Bucks to win the Ring of Honor tag team championship at Death Before Dishonor. Despite their previous success, the victory marked a milestone in more ways than one. It was the first time the duo known collectively as the Motor City Machine Guns won the gold. Working for top promotions around the world, Sabin and Shelley quickly became a popular attraction. Their ability to work in sync helped bring attention and excitement to tag team wrestling. After spending years apart, the Machine Guns reunited in 2016. Since […]

WWE’s Alexa Bliss on ‘Unleash Your Warrior’ Breast Cancer Campaign and Why Pink is Her Color

October 4, 2017 Scott Fishman 1

Beyond entertaining millions of WWE fans every week, Alexa Bliss finds one of the best parts of her job is the community outreach.’ This includes WWE’s partnership with Susan G. Komen in the fight against breast cancer. For the sixth consecutive year, the two organizations are encouraging people to “Be Strong, Act Bold, Always Believe.” WWE created a limited edition “Unleash Your Warrior” t-shirt. Available on WWEShop.com and live events, 100 percent of the net proceeds benefit Komen research grants focusing on metastatic breast cancer. The disease is responsible for the nation’s 40,000 annual breast cancer deaths. Fans can also […]

Marty Scurll Talks Bringing ‘The Villain’ to Life in Ring of Honor

September 15, 2017 Scott Fishman Comments Off

In a little more than a year after Marty Scurll’s debut, he has emerged one of the Ring of Honor’s most captivating performers. The 28-year-old Englishman may be known as “The Villain” but remains popular among fans. A unique in-ring style and intriguing persona, complete with slightly terrifying mask and trademark umbrella, has made him a red hot star on the rise. With Death Before Dishonor on the horizon, the former Television Champion took time to reflect on his time in ROH so far. Please note no fingers were broken during the course of this interview. What has it been […]

‘The Amazing Race’ alum and ‘Impact Wrestling’ Star Robbie E Wants to Help You Avoid the Dad Bod

August 30, 2017 Scott Fishman Comments Off

After 17 years in pro wrestling, Robbie Strauss is used to staying in shape and maintaining a busy schedule. However, the minute he and his wife Tara welcomed their twin boys Carter and Cash to the world, life for the two was turned upside down. Strauss, known to fans as Robbie E, found out firsthand how challenging it can be to get gym time in while fulfilling all these new responsibilities. He knew if it was hard for him, other parents were going through the struggle. This is why The Amazing Race alum jumped at the chance to start a […]

WWE Superstar Bayley on Staying Inspired While Recovering from Injury

August 25, 2017 Scott Fishman Comments Off

The WWE 2K18 kickoff event during SummerSlam week brought out a number of WWE superstars. The New York City outing helped Bayley feel a part of SummerSlam after having to pull out of her women’s championship match due to injury. Another welcome distraction was her and Sasha Banks’ search for their favorite comedian and noted wrestling fan, Aziz Ansari. The two launched a social media campaign in hopes the Master of None actor would attend the company’s “Biggest Party of the Summer.” “When we got his brother to respond to us on Twitter, we felt like we met him. They […]

AJ Styles and Bobby Roode on Their Phenomenally Glorious Success in WWE

August 24, 2017 Scott Fishman Comments Off

AJ Styles and Bobby Roode are two veterans who went through a pretty smooth transition into WWE. After spending decades honing their skills around the world and making names for themselves, they each took full advantage of their respective opportunities on the grand stage. Styles’ journey began straight into the main roster where the current United States champion made an impactful debut in the Royal Rumble. Now into his second year with the company, the 40-year-old has fully embraced his surroundings. “I’ve become more comfortable,” Styles said, shortly after a Make-A-Wish Foundation event in New York City. “This is my […]

Catching up with WWE Superstar Dolph Ziggler

August 22, 2017 Scott Fishman Comments Off

When the camera light comes on or the bell rings, Dolph Ziggler is driven to steal the show. It’s this drive that has earned this long-time WWE superstar the respect of not only the fans but his peers as well. It’s been a roller coaster ride for the 37-year-old performer right from the moment he signed with the company and reported to Ohio Valley Wrestling. From the Spirit Squad male cheerleader and golf caddy to Mr. Money in the Bank and championship glory, the one constant has been his passion. The workhorse reputation he built through a series of stellar […]

WWE EVP Paul Levesque on Why NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III is Special Homecoming

August 16, 2017 Scott Fishman Comments Off

The first NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn in 2015 rocked the Barclays Center with a series of exciting moments and matches on the eve of SummerSlam. Paul Levesque, WWE executive vice president talent, live events and creative, believes the success of the event put the developmental brand on another level. NXT’s biggest fan predicts much of the same with NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III on the horizon. For legendary performer, it’s an annual homecoming. “It’s very exciting to come back to Brooklyn and the Barclays Center and SummerSlam,” he said during a media call to promote the WWE Network show. “NXT TakeOver has […]