MVP Was Turned Off By Bad Bunny Until WrestleMania (EP. 61)

MVP Was Turned Off By Bad Bunny Until WrestleMania (EP. 61)

Bad Bunny, WrestleMania in Tampa, and earning real wrestling respect drive Episode 61. Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is the weekly pro wrestling conversation between longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP), a former WWE United States Champion and current AEW star and manager of The Hurt Syndicate, and Houston based rapper, songwriter, and recording artist Dwayne Swayze. MVP explains why main event presence cannot be manufactured, using The Rock, Great Khali, Daniel Bryan, and Ultimate Warrior to separate presentation from real aura. The conversation turns to celebrities crossing into wrestling, from Andy Kaufman and Jerry Lawler to Bad Bunny. MVP recalls wrestling in Puerto Rico for IWA, learning Bad Bunny trained seriously during the pandemic, and later telling him after WrestleMania that he had earned his respect. MVP and Dwayne also cover Wests Tigers rugby league, a Rat Pack moment, Milky Way Soul, Bobby Caldwell, heel psychology, and Dwayne Swayze’s “Fly Away” music video. 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 & Dwayne Swayze: Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly pro wrestling podcast where longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP), a former WWE United States Champion and current AEW star and manager of The Hurt Syndicate, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston based rapper, songwriter, and recording artist, get into the world of professional wrestling. Every week MVP and Dwayne break down wrestling history, promos, match psychology, road stories, and the business behind the spectacle, with the occasional guest joining the conversation. New episodes every week. Audio drops at midnight ET Monday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available, and the full video premieres Monday at 1 PM ET on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on professional wrestling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

EP. 60 – Montel Vontavious Porter on Carrying Ric Flair at Madison Square Garden

Hosted by friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside pro wrestling like never before. In EP. 60, MVP explains what makes a wrestler TV-ready, then revisits his Royal Rumble 2008 match with Ric Flair at Madison Square Garden, all with raw, unfiltered insight from a respected veteran. MVP opens with lessons on poise, pacing, ring awareness, safety, and why being pushed too early can be more dangerous than being overlooked. He highlights Joe Alonzo as a young talent who made an impression under pressure. The episode shifts into a Ric Flair vs MVP watch along, including Flair’s final Madison Square Garden match and MVP’s first match at the Garden. MVP recalls their Houston United States Championship match and the VIP Lounge segment where Flair tore up the script. MVP shares the backstage story of being asked to help get Flair through the match, the guidance he received from Arn Anderson, and the moment Flair thanked him afterward. The episode closes with MVP’s Auckland Warriors rugby league shirt, a New Zealand haka story, and a preview of Dwayne’s upcoming music video. About Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze: Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly pro wrestling podcast where longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP), a former WWE United States Champion and current AEW star and manager of The Hurt Syndicate, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston based rapper, songwriter, and recording artist, get into the world of professional wrestling. Every week MVP and Dwayne break down wrestling history, promos, match psychology, road stories, and the business behind the spectacle, with the occasional guest joining the conversation. New episodes every week. Audio drops at midnight ET Monday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available, and the full video premieres Monday at 1 PM ET on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on professional wrestling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

EP. 59 – Montel Vontavious Porter Breaks Down Kane Inferno Match

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 59, MVP and Dwayne cover Father’s Day, young wrestlers chasing viral moments, bad contracts, the Kane Inferno match at WWE Armageddon 2006, and WWE paydays, all with raw, unfiltered insight from one of the most respected veterans in the business. Dwayne opens with a dad story from his daughter’s hip-hop dance class before MVP surprises him with a Father’s Day gift tied to Jay-Z bars and a Datejust. The moment becomes a real appreciation of the work behind the show. MVP explains why viral clips can hide poor fundamentals, why some independent contracts are traps, and why learning how to wrestle for television is different from working a live room. The centerpiece is a full watch along for Kane vs. MVP from WWE Armageddon 2006. MVP breaks down the fire gel, cold safety gear, dress rehearsal, learning from Kane, struggling to breathe, and the backstage ovation that made him feel like he belonged. MVP also reflects on the matches fans remember most, his Inferno match payoff, advice from Batista about discussing money, an Umaga lesson about challenging a low payoff, Dwayne’s upcoming music, and a D. Wade story from Mansion nightclub. About Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze: Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly pro wrestling podcast where longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP), a former WWE United States Champion and current AEW star and manager of The Hurt Syndicate, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston based rapper, songwriter, and recording artist, get into the world of professional wrestling. Every week MVP and Dwayne break down wrestling history, promos, match psychology, road stories, and the business behind the spectacle, with the occasional guest joining the conversation. New episodes every week. Audio drops at midnight ET Monday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available, and the full video premieres Monday at 1 PM ET on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on professional wrestling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

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]