Episode 140 of Best For Business brings the energy, authenticity, and chemistry of one of New England’s unique tag teams of Tha Neighborhood, featuring Mani Ariez and Kidd V.
Kidd V kicks things off by sharing how he got involved in pro wrestling, including his early days at the New England Pro Wrestling Academy and participating in their fantasy camp. From starting out as “The Virus” to evolving into Kidd V, he breaks down finding his identity in the business.
Mani Ariez then dives into his own journey, including training at the Next Gen Wrestling Center, and how his path eventually crossed with Kidd V. The two reflect on their genuine friendship, their first interaction, and what makes their connection different from most tag teams, it’s real.
The episode explores how Tha Neighborhood was formed, the meaning behind the name, and how their bond translated into success as a team. They discuss their first big opportunities, including Mani Ariez debuting for Focus Pro Wrestling and Kidd V capturing championship gold in Atlantic Pro Wrestling.
Their journey through Chaotic Wrestling is a major highlight, including Kidd V breaking his nose, the team’s growth, and ultimately winning the Chaotic Wrestling Tag Team Championships.
Mani Ariez shares his experiences with Focus Pro Wrestling, including the biggest tests he faced and standout matches like stepping into the ring with Marcus Mathers & Bear Bronson. Mani also discusses debuting for Wrestling Open in the Discovery Gauntlet and continuing to expand his footprint across the scene.
Beyond wrestling, the conversation dives into their growth as individuals, Kidd V’s championship runs, Mani Ariez’s music career, and the creation of Tha Neighborhood Podcast, where they continue telling stories and building their brand outside the ring.
The episode wraps with a deep look into their future, their goals as a team, and the legacy they want to leave.
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0:00 Tha Neighborhood Trailer
0:45 Best For Business Introduction Video
1:38 introduction
2:18 Kidd V Getting Involved in Wrestling
3:55 NEPWA Fantasy Camp
4:50 The Early New England Pro Wrestling Academy Days
6:51 Kidd V started as “The Virus”
8:43 “Kidd V”
9:25 Mani Ariez Getting Involved
14:33 Next Gen Wrestling Center
15:41 Kidd V & Mani Ariez Genuine Friendship
17:07 The first interaction between the two
19:00 What is special about the connection between the two?
21:51 Biggest Lessons Learned at Next Gen Wrestling Center
25:32 Who is Mani Ariez?
27:24 The Idea behind being a tag team
32:38 “The Neighborhood”
35:14 First Big Opportunities
35:48 Mani Ariez on Debuting for FOCUS PRO
38:09 Kidd V on Being APW New England Champion
40:43 What were the original goals in wrestling?
42:30 Going to Chaotic Wrestling
44:54 Kidd V broke his nose!
45:30 Winning the Chaotic Wrestling Tag Team Championships
51:47 Kidd V wore a mask
53:05 The Beginning of FOCUS PRO for Mani Ariez
56:02 Biggest Tests at FOCUS PRO
58:56 Mani Ariez Talks Wrestling Bear Bronson
1:00:44 Debuting for Wrestling Open in The Discovery Gauntlet
1:05:45 Kidd V on Being the NCW Champ
1:08:34 Being High Honors in Rad Pro Rasslin’
1:14:25 Giving Back & Training
1:17:11 Mani on his rapping career
1:21:59 Tha Neighborhood Podcast
1:26:49 Favorite Podcast Conversations
1:28:46 What does the future hold?
1:32:43 Tha Neighborhood’s Legacy
1:33:29 Mani Ariez’s Legacy
1:33:55 Kidd V’s Legacy
1:34:35 Conclusion
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