Episode 167 of Best For Business features Aaron Nova, better known to wrestling fans as "The Captain." From relocating to Florida to chase his wrestling dream to becoming a standout performer, promoter, commentator, and member of the Savannah Bananas organization, Aaron shares a career built on confidence and a willingness to embrace every opportunity.
Aaron Nova opens the conversation by discussing what first inspired him to pursue professional wrestling and why confidence became one of the most important qualities throughout his journey. He reflects on the determination it took to break into the industry and the sacrifices required to turn a lifelong dream into a passion.
One of the defining moments in Aaron's story came when he made the decision to leave New York and move to Tampa, Florida, placing himself in one of the country's most competitive wrestling environments. He discusses beginning his formal training, learning under Frank Reyes, and the mentors who helped shape both his in-ring ability and his professional mindset.
The conversation explores the Florida independent wrestling scene and how competing in one of wrestling's busiest regions accelerated his growth. Aaron also explains the evolution of his character, who Aaron Nova truly is, and how he eventually earned the nickname "The Captain”.
Aaron reflects on DWI before discussing his first major opportunities in professional wrestling. He shares valuable lessons learned from working alongside Jay Lethal, training with Dominik Mysterio, and continuing to sharpen his craft through every opportunity that came his way.
The episode also highlights Aaron's work across multiple promotions, including REAL Pro Wrestling, American Combat Wrestling, and Generation Championship Wrestling.
Beyond wrestling, Aaron discusses one of the most unique chapters of his career, joining the Savannah Bananas organization. He reflects on adapting to the fast-paced world of Banana Ball, learning under Jesse Cole, and becoming part of the wildly popular Loco Beach Coconuts. Aaron also shares stories from Bananaland at Sea and some of the unforgettable moments that have come from entertaining fans in an entirely different environment.
Later in the episode, Aaron reflects on the people who consistently bring out the best in him, the relationships he's built throughout wrestling, and the mindset that continues to push him toward new opportunities.
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0:00 Aaron Nova Trailer
0:46 Best For Business Introduction Video
1:39 Introduction
1:56 Why Pro Wrestling?
3:05 Having Confidence
3:52 Getting Involved in Pro Wrestling
9:48 Moving to Tampa from New York
11:14 Starting Training
12:44 Learning from Frank Reyes
13:47 Biggest Mentors
14:51 The Florida Wrestling Scene
17:41 Who is Aaron Nova?
19:25 Getting Called “The Captain”
21:03 Favorite DWI Matches
21:35 First Big Opportunity
21:50 Learning from Jay Lethal
25:33 Training with Dominik Mysterio
26:22 REAL Pro Wrestling
28:39 “The Captain”
31:51 Having fun with wrestling
33:00 American Combat Wrestling
35:02 Generation Championship Wrestling
37:09 The Pandemic
40:28 Running his own show
44:53 Booking Pro Wrestling
45:38 Doing Commentary
47:29 What are the goals?
49:50 Who brings the best out of Aaron Nova?
52:06 Getting Involved with Banana Ball
55:57 Adapting to Banana Ball
58:52 Learning from Jesse Cole
1:00:18 The Loco Beach Coconuts
1:01:59 Bananaland at Sea
1:03:52 Moments that stand out
1:05:17 What does the future hold?
1:07:38 Aaron Nova’s Legacy
1:08:17 Conclusion
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