Rulebreakers with Saraya

From going viral without trying to scaring off scammers in 10 seconds flat, Monique Marvez is the internet’s favorite spiritual badass, and after this episode, you’ll know exactly why. Saraya sits down with the legendary stand-up, TikTok Yoda (without even having TikTok), and host of Friends with Privileges to unpack a lifetime of big talk, fearless comedy, and the kind of wisdom that vibrates through your soul and leaves you changed.

They dive deep into Monique’s rise from the chaos of 1980s Miami to becoming the breakout star of Dry Bar comedy, how she flipped pain into power with a single prayer, and why Iceland, Amsterdam, and a Disney annual pass were all portals to personal rebirth. From her surreal friendship with a gay Disney prince to a life philosophy rooted in energy, boundaries, and radical love, Monique proves that healing can be hilarious, and that life is your movie, so you better cast it right.

Oh, and yes… she absolutely blew up a Coinbase scam call in under 30 seconds. Boss behavior.

This one’s rich, raw, and wildly inspiring. A Rulebreaker through and through.

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From surviving an abusive relationship in high school to leading the National Domestic Violence Hotline through a $30 million expansion, Katie Ray-Jones is proof that healing is possible and powerful. In this deeply personal episode, Saraya sits down with the CEO, survivor, and fellow board member to talk about the long road from trauma to purpose, and how Katie has turned her pain into protection for millions.

They unpack the emotional layers of abuse that often go unseen - financial, emotional, psychological - and the heartbreaking realities of what it means to survive in silence. Katie shares how her early dreams of becoming a lawyer shifted after witnessing the terror victims face in courtrooms, how being hands-on with hotline operators keeps her grounded in the work, and why she didn’t even realize her first relationship was abusive until years into her career. Saraya opens up about her own past with intimate partner violence, and the two women share a raw, candid conversation about resilience, recovery, and reclaiming your sense of self.

They talk PTSD, therapy, the power of community, and why the phrase “Why didn’t they just leave?” needs to die forever. Plus, what happens when the person causing harm calls the hotline? And can abusive behavior really be unlearned? This episode answers those questions and then some.

Oh, and yes… Katie crushes the mouthguard challenge and turns out to be a dark horse Rulebreaker game-night champ. Absolutely iconic.

This one’s vulnerable, vital, and packed with truth. Listen with your heart open.

Follow Katie’s work @ndvh and visit thehotline.org for help or resources.

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From chicken cutlet dinners to the chaos of shock-collar trivia, Deonna Purrazzo and Steve Maclin are the wrestling world’s favorite power couple, and this episode proves exactly why. Saraya sits down with the AEW star and the former Marine-turned-TNA champion to unpack their unlikely love story, the unfiltered reality of being in a relationship across rival promotions, and how they’ve built a life around mutual respect, relentless ambition, and a whole lot of teasing.

They talk about Deonna’s early start in indie wrestling (and a pea coat Steve threw out thinking he’d never see her again), the surprise South Carolina proposal that had parkgoers cheering, and the emotional highs and lows of navigating public scrutiny, especially for women in wrestling. From internet trolls criticizing body image to producing your own character vignettes when no one else will, Deonna opens up about what it really takes to stay empowered in the ring and behind the scenes. And yes, Steve gets deep about his time in the Marines, how wrestling saved him post-service, and why Deonna is the rock that keeps him in line.

Oh, and yes… there’s a couple’s trivia game, a live shock collar challenge, and somehow Steve volunteers for a full-power jolt. Maniac.

This one’s romantic, hilarious, and full of heart. Rulebreakers to the core.

Follow Deonna on IG: @deonnapurrazzo

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Episode Description:

From MySpace bulletin boards to Warped Tour pit reporting, Tori Kravitz has always known how to make noise in the music world. What started as a teenage blog turned into interviews with Ariana Grande and All Time Low, a fan-voted win that made her the face of Warped Tour, and now a powerhouse career as a publicist and podcaster. In this episode, Saraya sits down with the self-made scene queen to talk hustling her way into green rooms at 15, the grind of proving herself in a male-dominated industry, and how she’s built a reputation as one of the most trusted voices in rock.

They dive into the chaos of internet trolls accusing her of sleeping her way into interviews (while she hadn’t even had her first kiss), surviving toxic industry dynamics, and navigating dating when everyone assumes backstage passes are part of the deal. Plus, Tori opens up about her quarter-life crisis detour as a fitness coach, her vegan journey (yes, that includes handing out questionable PETA cheese), and the confidence it takes to reinvent yourself again and again.

Oh, and yes…Saraya somehow ends up talking Goo Goo Dolls, paranormal vibes, reincarnation theories, and Tori takes on the mouth guard challenge. Drool was spilled.

This one’s raw, funny, and fiercely inspiring, a true Rulebreakers ride from start to finish.

Follow Tori on IG: @torikravitz

Check out her shows: She’s with the Band + Beyond the Breakdown

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From reality TV cameras to grueling wrestling tryouts, Noelle Foley has lived a life in the spotlight, but nothing prepared her for the rollercoaster that would change everything. In this episode, Saraya sits down with the model, influencer, and daughter of hardcore legend Mick Foley to talk surviving a life-altering neck injury, discovering she had a rare spinal condition, and making the tough decision to remove her breast implants in the fight for her health. They dive into sexy neck brace photo shoots, the wild world of WWE tryouts (including taking shoulder tackles from 300-pound men), body image struggles, and how Noelle reinvented herself as a travel and lifestyle creator working with major brands. Oh, and somehow they detour into zombie movies, awkward airplane encounters, and the mystery of the “hung alpha zombie” in 28 Years Later.

This one’s heartfelt, hilarious, and unfiltered; a true Rulebreakers ride from start to finish.

Oh, and yes… Noelle took on Saraya in the mouth guard challenge. Drool was spilled.

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From dominating NCAA mats to winning in the Bellator cage, Jake Hager has lived more careers than most wrestlers could dream of, and now he’s trading headlocks for hauling freight. In this episode, Saraya sits down with the towering former WWE and AEW star to unpack his journey from Oklahoma wrestling prodigy to World Heavyweight Champion, undefeated MMA fighter, and proud owner of Haulin' Oates Trucking. They talk about bar fights, saving Chris Jericho in Abu Dhabi, brutal contract negotiations, the grind of MMA training, dad life, and why walking away from the ring might be his boldest move yet. Fierce, funny, and full of locker room stories you won’t hear anywhere else.

Oh, and yes...Producer Adam finally sat in the hot seat for the shock collar trivia segment. Saraya zapped him. Sweet, sweet revenge.

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From blacking out on trains in New Zealand to body-slamming her way through Japan’s fiercest wrestling circuits, Bea Priestley is built different. In this episode, Saraya sits down with the half-Brit, half-Kiwi badass to unpack a life story that’s more survival saga than fairytale: from growing up off-grid with horses, to brain surgery at 18, to becoming a champion in Stardom and AEW. They talk about what it’s like to be young and sick with no answers, the hustle of indie wrestling, the pressure of WWE, and how Bea walked away from it all without losing her edge. They also get into friendship, burnout, body image, internet trolls, and why her next chapter (hello, OnlyFans and Twitch) is all about full control. Raw, refreshing, and full of scar-tissue wisdom.

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From getting pulled out of school at 13 to going viral for one of the most controversial spots in wrestling history, Priscilla Kelly has built her life by breaking every rule in the book. In this episode, Saraya sits down with the fearless wrestler and self-proclaimed “Hell’s Favorite” to unpack her journey from a chaotic childhood to becoming one of the most talked-about women in the ring. They talk about surviving abuse, raising her younger brother, being fired at the peak of her WWE run, and the backlash that followed her now-infamous tampon spot. Raw, emotional, and wildly unfiltered - this episode is a masterclass in turning pain into power, and shame into showmanship.

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From escaping Soviet Moldova to fighting her way through judo, MMA, and pro wrestling, Marina Shafir has never played by the rules because the rules were never built for women like her. In this episode, Saraya welcomes the ice-cold assassin with a heart of fire to talk about finding power in discipline, calling for help in a silent locker room, and why being unapproachable is sometimes the safest thing a woman can be. They dig into Marina’s immigrant roots, her love story with fellow wrestler Roderick Strong, and the brutal realities of motherhood, marriage, and misogyny in the ring. She opens up about surviving harassment, raising a son with empathy, and what it really takes to carve out space in a male-dominated industry. Raw, righteous, and razor-sharp. Marina doesn’t flinch - and she doesn’t miss.

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From WWE ring hype man to media mogul and girl dad, Dean Muhtadi has lived a thousand lives since walking away from wrestling, and he’s just getting started. In this episode, Saraya sits down with her longtime friend and fellow rulebreaker to unpack his chaotic rise from the NFL to WWE, surviving long-haul COVID, and building a powerhouse agency that redefines what life after sports can look like. They talk about walking away on your own terms, staying hyped through heartbreak, the genius of branding, and why love (and a little girl named Nova) changed everything. Honest, hilarious, and unexpectedly moving - this one’s all heart.

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