
An unprecedented honest look inside the world of Independent professional wrestling as the promoters of Absolute Intense Wrestling John Thorne and Chris "Chandler Biggins" Bryan join Steve Guy to discuss the trials and tribulations of operating a independent professional wrestling company in the modern era.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 374 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | WrestlingSportsBusinessEntrepreneurship | |||

Absolute Intense Wrestling Presents Alive Out of Habit — Live Pro Wrestling at Globe Iron on January 23, 2026 CLEVELAND, OH — Absolute Intense Wrestling (AIW), proudly known as "The Most Intense Wrestling in the United States," returns to Cleveland w... more
AIW returns to the Akron, Ohio area Saturday December 27th with its final show of 2025 "Malice At The Palace" featuring the AIW debut of Nic Nemeth. This week we preview the card and discuss AIW's last event "Cultivate"
It is everyone's favorite time it is a "hardsell" podcast week as we break down the idea behind "Cultivate" this Friday night and the implications it can have on AIW going forward.
This week Dustin Alberty sits down with the newest class of AIW Academy graduates who are set to make their debut on December 12th at The Roxy in Lakewood, Ohio.
Tickets: dice.fm/event/pypg3p-absolute-intense-wrestling-cultivate-12th-dec-t... more
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A great listen and look at the highest level of Cleveland independent wrestling. Host is stand up guy who will do just fine is his dog collar match. #ripcity
Entertaining and informative podcast about the good times and bad putting together independent wrestling.
Never been to Cleveland but thanks to this podcast, I want to go just to attend an AIW show. John and the AIW roster are great and all wrestling fans should subscribe and listen. Shoutout the Rip City Shooters! 🤙🏽
This show is top notch. New shows every week and a great listen. Always have good guests and John Thorne is the best promoter in the game. The moderator of sorts is pretty great as well. Need more WORLDWIDE on the show again lately though.
Fun podcast detailing the happenings that go on in the ring and behind the scenes at Cleveland, Ohio’s AIW. Company owner John Thorne, moderator Steve Guy, and a rotating panel of the AIW roster members make this a must listen to show every week.
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This podcast offers a candid and engaging exploration into the realm of independent professional wrestling, focusing on the experiences and perspectives of the promoters behind a notable wrestling promotion. Discussions revolve around the various challenges and triumphs faced in organizing wrestling events, emphasizing storytelling and audience engagement. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and insights into the dynamics of the wrestling industry, including ticket sales, event planning, and community involvement. The hosts frequently highlight the importance of the wrestling culture in Cleveland and the emotional connections formed between the wrestlers and their fans, featuring both veteran talents and emergi... more
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