Boots to Boots

Boots to Boots | S2 E16 | The Marine Rapper on Military Service, Billboard Hits & Giving Back to Veterans

In this episode of Boots to Boots, we sit down with Raymond Lott, better known to the world as "The Marine Rapper," to talk about his incredible journey from the front lines of Iraq and Afghanistan to the top of the Billboard charts. Raymond opens up about his 10 years of service as a U.S. Marine Combat Correspondent, the raw realities of transitioning back to civilian life, and how he turned to rap as a form of telling stories. We discuss his passion for building a community that champions veteran artists, the hustle behind his multi-platinum success, and what it truly means to use your voice. This conversation is about legacy, creative resilience, and proving that your story doesn’t end when you hang up the uniform; sometimes that’s exactly where the next major chapter begins. 🎙️ Watch or listen to the full episode now on Boots to Boots.

Boots to Boots | Kaia McKenna Represents Her Firefighter Family at Battle for the Brave

In this episode of Boots to Boots, we sit down with professional wrestler Kaia McKenna to talk about family legacy, professional wrestling, and what it means to represent first responders at Battle for the Brave on June 6 in Rahway, New Jersey.

Boots to Boots | S2 E14 | From Wrestlers to Promoters — Building Battle for the Brave

In this episode of Boots to Boots, we take you behind the scenes of building Battle for the Brave — the first professional wrestling event we’ve ever promoted ourselves. We talk about the reality of becoming promoters for the first time: the stress, the challenges, the unexpected problems, and everything we’ve learned while trying to bring this event to life. From booking talent and organizing the card to balancing the business side of wrestling, this process has given us a completely new perspective on the industry we’ve spent our lives in. We also break down the matches we’re most excited for, why certain moments on the card mean so much to us personally, and why we believe this event supporting veterans and first responders will make every challenge worth it in the end. Battle for the Brave takes place June 6 in Rahway, New Jersey, benefiting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. 🎙️ Watch or listen now on Boots to Boots.

Boots to Boots | Rich Swann on Sobriety, Comebacks & Finding Purpose Again in Wrestling

In this episode of Boots to Boots, we sit down with professional wrestler Rich Swann to talk about his journey through sobriety, resilience, and rebuilding his life both inside and outside the ring. Rich opens up about the challenges he faced early in his career, the moment he realized something had to change, and how choosing sobriety transformed the way he approaches wrestling, family, and his future. We also discuss his passion for music, staying grounded in a demanding industry, and what it means to step into the ring with a renewed sense of purpose. We also look ahead to June 6 in Rahway, New Jersey, where Rich will be part of the Battle for the Brave event supporting veterans and first responders. This conversation is about accountability, growth, and proving that your story doesn’t end when life gets hard — sometimes that’s where the comeback begins. 🎙️ Watch or listen to the full episode now on Boots to Boots.

Boots to Boots | S2 E12 | The Voice of ROH — Bobby Cruise on Loyalty, Legacy & the Return of Ring of Honor

From the rebirth of Women of Honor to being the voice of of Ring of Honor — this is ROH’s story through the eyes of the voice who lived it. For more than two decades, he has been the voice that welcomed fans to the ring — and one of the few people who has witnessed every era of Ring of Honor from the inside. In this episode of Boots to Boots, Bobby Cruise takes us through the evolution of ROH — from the early days of independent wrestling, to the rise of the Pure wrestling style, to the uncertainty that came when the company closed its doors in 2021. We also reflect on the creation and growth of Women of Honor, and what it took to bring that division to life — from the first opportunities given to women in ROH to the foundation that helped shape today’s women’s wrestling landscape. Bobby shares his perspective on watching that movement grow, and the role so many women — including Deonna — played in building something that would last. Finally, we talk about the emotional moment when ROH found new life, what it means to see the brand continue to evolve, and why its legacy still matters to wrestlers and fans alike. This conversation is about history, perseverance, and the people who helped build Ring of Honor — era by era. 🎙️ Watch the full episode now on Boots to Boots.