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Wrestling Life with Ben Veal

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WWE
The Wrestler
Wrestling
ECW
Brodie Lee
Mickey Rourke
Order 4
TNA
Candice Michelle
TNA Wrestling
Al Snow
Summerslam 1992
Andrew Martin
Big Daddy
Giant Haystacks
Diamond Dallas Page
OVW
Gene Snitsky
WCW
WWF/WWE

Real talk from real talent: this is the podcast and YouTube interview series that shines the spotlight firmly - and positively - on the professional wrestling industry. ​ Each and every episode features candid, open, honest and inspiring conversations with special guests, showcasing the talented individuals who defined wrestling's past, influence its present and are shaping its future. ​ Award-win... more

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Maria Kanellis joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal for an honest and wide-ranging conversation covering her incredible 20+ year journey through professional wrestling and beyond.From breaking into WWE through the Diva Search, becoming one of the compa... more

Step back into the golden age of British wrestling in this fascinating interview with author Steven Bell as we dive deep into the incredible true story behind Big Daddy vs Giant Haystacks: the unforgettable rivalry that captivated millions across the... more

Former WWE Superstar Ridge Holland, now competing under his real name Luke Menzies, joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal for one of his most open and honest interviews yet.

From growing up in a small Yorkshire town to becoming a professional rugby leag... more

🎬 Behind the scenes of wrestling TV with David Sahadi!In this exclusive interview, legendary wrestling producer David Sahadi sits down with Ben Veal to share stories from decades of shaping the look, feel and storytelling of professional wrestling. ... more

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Steven Bell
Sports historian and wrestling author
Episode: Steven Bell On Big Daddy vs Giant Haystacks: A Super Heavyweight Story
Luke Menzies
Former WWE performer, now pursuing independent career
Independent circuit (formerly Ridge Holland, Brawling Brutes)
Episode: Luke Menzies (FKA Ridge Holland) On WWE Release, Big E's Neck Injury, Brawling Brutes, NXT 2.0
David Sahadi
Prominent wrestling producer/director and author of Backstage Pass
Self / Author
Episode: David Sahadi On The Rock, THAT Super Bowl Commercial, Kurt Angle's TNA Debut, The Attitude Era
Alex Hunt
Writer at Features of Wrestling
Features of Wrestling
Episode: Remembering Test: The Attitude Era Giant Gone Too Soon
Diana Hart
Daughter of Stu and Helen Hart; wife of Davey Boy Smith; Hart family member and Hall of Fame inductee
Hart family, Wrestling Life Hall of Fame
Episode: Diana Hart Speaks Out: Bret Hart Summerslam 1992 Claims, Davey Boy Smith's Wrestling Legacy, Montreal Screwjob, Shawn Michaels
Al Snow
Professional wrestler and trainer; inducted into Wrestling Life Hall of Fame Class of 2026
OVW / Former WWF/WWE/ECW performer
Episode: Al Snow: Wrestling Life Hall of Fame 2026 Induction
Candice Michelle
Former WWE Women's Champion and new addition to TNA
TNA Wrestling
Episode: Candice Michelle On Joining TNA Wrestling, Tommy Dreamer, WWE Divas Era, In-Ring Comeback
John Skyler
TNA wrestler and member of Order 4/Great Hands
Impact/TNA
Episode: TNA Wrestling's John Skyler On Order 4, Mustafa Ali, The Great Hands vs The Hardy Boyz
Adam Loretz
Filmmaker; regular guest on Wrestling with the Movies
The Filmmakers Workshop
Episode: The Wrestler: The Most REAL Wrestling Movie Ever Made?

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Ben Veal
Host of Wrestling Life with Ben Veal; award-winning communicator and journalist focusing on candid wrestling conversations

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Steven Bell On Big Daddy vs Giant Haystacks: A Super Heavyweight Story
Q: What was it like working with Brett Hart for insights?
Brett Hart offered vivid, sometimes unexpected memories that illuminated the British scene's influence on his own storytelling, and his willingness to share freely helped expand the narrative beyond the two central figures to include broader industry dynamics and notable relationships.
Steven Bell On Big Daddy vs Giant Haystacks: A Super Heavyweight Story
Q: How did your previous work influence the approach to this book?
My earlier book Dynamite and Davey provided a foundation, showing how overlapping careers and cross-border collaborations shaped narratives; that research bled into this project, enabling me to trace connections between British, North American, and Canadian scenes and to tell a more layered story.
Steven Bell On Big Daddy vs Giant Haystacks: A Super Heavyweight Story
Q: What drew you to documenting the two biggest names in British wrestling history?
The motivation came from a genuine fascination with a generation's perception of wrestling, where the pre-YouTube era's narratives and the World of Sport era formed a complex, compelling backdrop for understanding how these two figures defined a cultural moment, and how their stories intersected with broader shifts in British wrestling.
Marc Mero On Johnny B Badd, Sable, Vince McMahon, Hitting Rock Bottom, Life After Wrestling
Q: There were rumors about your backstage interactions with Gangrel and Luna Vachon. How do you respond to those, and what really happened?
Marc denies a physical altercation, stating there was only an argument; he emphasizes that tensions around Luna's storyline and real-life frustrations were part of the collaborative process, not personal violence.
Marc Mero On Johnny B Badd, Sable, Vince McMahon, Hitting Rock Bottom, Life After Wrestling
Q: Eric Bischoff suggested that Johnny B Badd would have fit into WWF in the early 90s differently. What's your take on that assessment and the missed fit?
Marc explains that WWF avoided a similar gimmick due to legal concerns over trademark and potential lawsuits, and that the timing and branding constraints led to a different path for his character; he emphasizes collaboration and respect for others' moves rather than ownership disputes.

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This show features candid conversations with a wide range of wrestling personalities, from former performers and current experts to producers and authors. Episodes frequently explore career trajectories, turning points, and behind-the-scenes dynamics, often tying personal journeys to larger shifts in the industry. Interviews tend to blend historical context with practical lessons about branding, reinvention, storytelling, and audience engagement, making it valuable for fans and professionals alike who want real-world perspectives from inside the business. A notable through-line is a commitment to respectful, insightful dialogue about wrestling's past, present, and future, with guests who can offer actionable takeaways for aspiring talent, m... more

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4. Alex Hunt
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7. Candice Michelle
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