Mat Marbry is a familiar name in the pro wrestling community, known for his work as the co-host of the popular podcast Dorkside of the Ring and his role as a ring announcer and ringside commentator for JWA: Janesville Wrestling Alliance.

This episode is about my journey in professional wrestling, and how it took a lot of twists and turns along the way. In high school, when I told my guidance counselor I wanted to be a pro wrestler, he wasn’t exactly encouraging. He pushed me towards a “more realistic” career path. Luckily, my mom supported my wrestling dreams, but also advised having a backup plan. https://wrestlingandy.com

The JWA season is off to a roaring start with the conclusion of the JWA Heavyweight Championship tournament! Let’s recap the excitement of the tournament that spanned two shows in February and March. https://wrestlingandy.com

I'm excited to announce a project I've been working on during the off-season: a brand new roster section for the JWA website. https://jwatoday.com

Greg "Moondog" Murray is a professional wrestler hailing from the Midwest, specifically the Chicagoland area. He is a prominent figure in the Janesville Wrestling Alliance (JWA), where he has made a name for himself through his unique persona and in-ring abilities.

Michael “The Vice Grip” Gonzalez aka Gonzo is a professional wrestler from the Chicagoland area and is 1/3 of the tag team trio Alpha Zeta Zeta along with fellow fraternity brothers Hans Carden and Austin Adams.

Professional wrestling requires a significant investment of both time and resources if you want to improve your skills and advance your career. Dedication to constant self-improvement is essential for success in this competitive industry. Whether that commitment comes in the form of money spent on quality training, gear, or promotional materials, or time spent perfecting your craft in the ring, putting in extra work outside of scheduled sessions, or engaging with fans on social media, investing back into yourself is unavoidable if you want to get better.

If you’re looking to keep getting booked on a wrestling show or maybe a show you haven’t worked before, the best thing you can do is ask what time to arrive to help setup the ring. If you can show that you’re willing to get there early, help with setup and teardown at the end of the night. That’s going to give you huge points towards future bookings with that promotion.

Axel Rico has been thrilling audiences with professional wrestling and improv/comedy for over a decade. With a unique style of high-flying, lightning-fast offense, he has become one of the most celebrated athletes in the Chicago wrestling scene. His charisma and showmanship make Axel a fan favorite everywhere he goes, and his matches are always filled with incredible athleticism and awe-inspiring moments. Axel has won numerous titles and is a surefire contender for any championship belt. He is the embodiment of what a professional wrestler should be, and his passion for the sport radiates whenever he steps into the ring.

In this podcast, Dave and I discuss the most effective strategies for promoting wrestling shows. From leveraging social media and creating a website to reaching out to local news outlets, we’ll explore different ways to spread the word about your next show. In addition, we’ll offer tips on choosing the right venue, selecting entertaining wrestlers, and marketing the event. Tune in for all your wrestling show promotion and marketing needs.