Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze

EP. 58 – Kenny King Talks Vince Russo, Beatdown Clan & TNA Drama

Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In Episode 58, Kenny King joins MVP and Dwayne for a late-night Vegas conversation about family validation, Tough Enough, TNA, Ring of Honor, Nickelodeon, Beatdown Clan, and the cost of surviving the business with your body, pride, and story intact. Kenny opens up about his father once believing wrestling would lead him to “smoke filled rooms,” only for life to come full circle when his dad later needed him to sign 8x10s for clients. Dwayne marks out over My Brother and Me as Kenny looks back on Goo Punch, the pilot episode, and nearly becoming a main cast member before the second season fell apart. MVP and Kenny revisit TNA and Impact Wrestling, including the strange promo script that led into the Vince Russo ghostwriting story, Kenny’s early run with Raven and Samoa Joe moments, and his move into Ring of Honor with Bryan Danielson, Tyler Black, and the Briscoes. The episode closes with Beatdown Clan’s origin, official members, music, creative freedom, and backstage problems. Kenny also gives younger wrestlers hard-earned advice on protecting their bodies, choosing smarter risks, and understanding why doing more does not always mean giving more. About Marking Out with MVP and Dwayne Swayze: Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly wrestling podcast hosted by longtime friends MVP, a professional wrestling veteran with over 20 years in the business, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston-based rapper with a deep love for the sport. Every Monday, MVP pulls back the curtain on pro wrestling, breaking down its history, behind-the-scenes moments, and the psychology that makes it all work. With firsthand experience in the ring, he shares unfiltered insight, legendary road stories, and deep dives into promos, match strategy, and the business behind the spectacle. No topic is off limits. New episodes release every Monday. Audio drops at midnight CT on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available. The full video show premieres at noon CT on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on the world of professional wrestling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

EP. 57 - MVP & Dwayne Swayze Hit Vegas During WrestleMania Weekend

Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside professional wrestling like never before. In Episode 57, MVP and Dwayne move through WrestleMania weekend in Las Vegas, from the Palms and Barry’s Downtown Prime at Circa to Fremont Street, Kenny King, Mega Ran, and fan encounters. MVP reflects on public recognition, why fan attention is not a burden, and how 20-plus years in wrestling still connect through memories, AEW, and The Hurt Syndicate. The episode includes dinner at Barry’s Downtown Prime with Chavo Guerrero Jr. and Carlito. Chef Barry Dakake takes MVP and the guys into the kitchen to meet the staff before a Wheel of Fortune win. On Fremont Street, MVP explains how prison, wrestling, and road life sharpened his awareness in public spaces. He also recalls his first nightclub experience after coming home, when “Back That Ass Up” changed the room. Later, Dwayne reconnects with Mega Ran to talk wrestling-influenced hip-hop, 3MB, family music, podcasting, and X-Men before the episode closes with a powerful on-camera fan moment about MVP’s story giving someone hope. Get early access, exclusive behind-the-scenes, and bonus content you won’t find anywhere else. Unlock the real story behind the squared circle—join our Patreon now → https://www.patreon.com/TheMarkingOutShow 🔥 About Marking Out with MVP and Dwayne Swayze: Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly wrestling podcast hosted by longtime friends MVP, a professional wrestling veteran with over 20 years in the business, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston-based rapper with a deep love for the sport. Every Monday, MVP pulls back the curtain on pro wrestling, breaking down its history, behind-the-scenes moments, and the psychology that makes it all work. With firsthand experience in the ring, he shares unfiltered insight, legendary road stories, and deep dives into promos, match strategy, and the business behind the spectacle. No topic is off limits. New episodes release every Monday. Audio drops at midnight CT on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available. The full video show premieres at noon CT on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on the world of professional wrestling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

EP. 56 – WrestleCon Day 2: Rare Memorabilia, Fan Love & Palms Slam Fest

Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. This episode follows WrestleCon Day 2, from Swayze’s Mick Foley hug story to Heritage Auctions, Morgan & Morgan, fan conversations, Palms Slam Fest 2026, and veteran road stories. At WrestleCon, Swayze speaks with Zach Pogemiller from Heritage Auctions about rare memorabilia, including Hulk Hogan gear, Macho Man items, Mick Foley history, Andre the Giant signatures, and Bray Wyatt boots. The episode also features Morgan & Morgan’s sponsor setup and Michael Wright, https://www.instagram.com/wright2bfit78, from C.T. Fletcher Presents: The F Y'all Podcast talking weight loss, discipline, health scares, and open-heart surgery. ⁨ Swayze talks with a longtime fan before MVP hears from fans about his career and favorite moments. It moves from the convention floor to car service, then to Palms hotel for Palms Slam Fest 2026. Thrasher from The Headbangers, Priscilla Kelly, Real1, and A.J. Francis make cameos, with Real1 calling MVP a “certified G.” Later, Shelton Benjamin, Chris Masters, Bobby Lashley, MVP, Carlito, and Chavo Guerrero Jr. trade stories about the Master Lock, Mark Henry, the Guerrero family, Bad News Brown, and road time. About Marking Out with MVP and Dwayne Swayze: Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly wrestling podcast hosted by longtime friends MVP, a professional wrestling veteran with over 20 years in the business, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston-based rapper with a deep love for the sport. Every Monday, MVP pulls back the curtain on pro wrestling, breaking down its history, behind-the-scenes moments, and the psychology that makes it all work. With firsthand experience in the ring, he shares unfiltered insight, legendary road stories, and deep dives into promos, match strategy, and the business behind the spectacle. No topic is off limits. New episodes release every Monday. Audio drops at midnight CT on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available. The full video show premieres at noon CT on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on the world of professional wrestling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

EP. 55 – Brawl Crawl at AREA15: Wrestling, Comedy, and Fan Questions

Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. Filmed during the Brawl Crawl event hosted by The Paragon Talent Group at AREA15 in Las Vegas on Friday, April 17, this episode follows MVP and Dwayne through a fan-driven night of wrestling questions, RJ City’s comedy set, stories about MVP’s WWE gear, Dave Meltzer’s star ratings, the Hurt Business, AEW, and real wrestling beef, all with raw, unfiltered insight from one of the most respected veterans in the business. The original Brawl Crawl lineup featured Santino, MVP, Priscilla, RJ City, and Carlito, bringing a mix of wrestling personalities, comedy, and fan interaction into one Las Vegas event. MVP breaks down the origin of his first WWE bodysuit, from the Nike Dri-FIT and Under Armour influence to the version he was handed before his pay-per-view debut. The conversation also turns to Meltzer’s five-star match ratings, why MVP values crowd reactions and respect from legends more than outside scores, and how Shelton Benjamin’s release helped push the Hurt Syndicate toward AEW. From AREA15 to RJ City’s stand-up set to direct fan questions about WWE, AEW, performance nerves, and real wrestling beef, Episode 55 is one of the most unpredictable road episodes yet from Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze. Get early access, exclusive behind-the-scenes, and bonus content you won’t find anywhere else. Unlock the real story behind the squared circle—join our Patreon now → https://www.patreon.com/TheMarkingOutShow 🔥 About Marking Out with MVP and Dwayne Swayze: Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly wrestling podcast hosted by longtime friends MVP, a professional wrestling veteran with over 20 years in the business, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston-based rapper with a deep love for the sport. Every Monday, MVP pulls back the curtain on pro wrestling, breaking down its history, behind-the-scenes moments, and the psychology that makes it all work. With firsthand experience in the ring, he shares unfiltered insight, legendary road stories, and deep dives into promos, match strategy, and the business behind the spectacle. No topic is off limits. New episodes release every Monday. Audio drops at midnight CT on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available. The full video show premieres at noon CT on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on the world of professional wrestling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

EP. 54 – WrestleCon Las Vegas Hot Takes: ECW, Mick Foley, and Wrestling Psychology

Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In Episode 54, MVP and Dwayne bring hot takes to WrestleCon Las Vegas 2026 with Chavo Guerrero Jr., Theodore Long, Rob Van Dam, Carlito, Lio Rush, Tommy Dreamer, Mara Sadè, and Kevin Knight, all with raw, unfiltered insight from one of the most respected veterans in the business. The episode opens with ECW’s legacy and whether it changed wrestling more through attitude, presentation, or in-ring work. Rob Van Dam, Sabu, New Jack, Dean Malenko, Eddie Guerrero, Rey Mysterio, and the 2300 Arena come up as the panel explains why ECW was never one thing. The conversation turns to Mick Foley, with the wrestlers unpacking how pain, vulnerability, selling, and character work created emotion across Mankind, Cactus Jack, Dude Love, and Hell in a Cell. From there, the panel breaks down the Dudley Boys, the value of managers, Roddy Piper’s microphone work, and why some wrestlers need representation to bring out their full TV presence. The episode closes with hot takes on women’s wrestlers fighting for respect, titles mattering when the right champion carries them, entrances shaping fan reactions, and wrestling being strongest when conflict comes before choreography. Get early access, exclusive behind-the-scenes, and bonus content you won’t find anywhere else. Unlock the real story behind the squared circle—join our Patreon now → https://www.patreon.com/TheMarkingOutShow 🔥 About Marking Out with MVP and Dwayne Swayze: Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly wrestling podcast hosted by longtime friends MVP, a professional wrestling veteran with over 20 years in the business, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston-based rapper with a deep love for the sport. Every Monday, MVP pulls back the curtain on pro wrestling, breaking down its history, behind-the-scenes moments, and the psychology that makes it all work. With firsthand experience in the ring, he shares unfiltered insight, legendary road stories, and deep dives into promos, match strategy, and the business behind the spectacle. No topic is off limits. New episodes release every Monday. Audio drops at midnight CT on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available. The full video show premieres at noon CT on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on the world of professional wrestling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]