Each week independent wrestler Zane Riley interviews other independent wrestlers about their time doing extra talent work, dark matches and enhancement spots for the WWE and TNA. Zane and his guests tackle the important parts: what did you do? Who was the agent? How much did you make? Most importa…
Zane and Kimber come to you live from Galaxy Con in Richmond, VA for an extra special episode of Extra Talented where they discuss activism, veganism and healthy relationships with not only yourself, but your partner as well!
Zane and Zach talk about hotel room fights, being a doctor, and a shaping the future in teaching. Also, he's going to England...
Zane and Jaxson talk about going from being a college athlete to having a WWE tryout being your first bit of wrestling training. They also talk about tacos, bad d.j.'s and how wrestling helped him travel the world...but not in the ring.
Zane and Corey talk about the natural evolution of a wrestler and the difficulties that causes. They also talk about corgis, getting out and Caleb Konley's better side.
Zane and Jason talk about going from a holler in West Virginia to competing in the WWE North American Championship Tournament at Wrestlemania Axxess to achieving his career long goal of wrestling in Japan.
A drunk Zane talks to all the extra talented people that made 2019's WrestleCon a huge success. He also somewhat sobers up along the way!
Zane and Mark talk about how graphic design bridges the worlds of wrestling, music and society, Mark's previous famous neighbor and his round about appearance on the Raymond Rowe Sarah Logan WWE wedding special!
Zane and Victor talk about what it means to be Mr. Everything, from dancing with the stars to running for President and everything in between, all while being a model father.
Zane and Montana talk about the other half of the best rootin'est, tootin'est, bar fightin'est tag team ever! They also talk about getting started in a wrestling school, self care (wink) and Montana's biggest fight of all.
Zane and JD talk about everything from softball to bowling and almost leave wrestling out all together! They eventually cycle back and you get a look into the life of a man that "took 15 years to become an overnight success".
Zane and Zane talk about how this whole podcast came to be, what led to it, and the many baskets Zane has his hands in! Also White Claws, conspiracy theories, and bad salads!
Zane and the Superstars talk about an amazing formula for properly branding yourself, the riggers of what it's like to be around a tag partner 24-7, and what actually lies behind the mask of Blanco Loco!
Zane and Slim J talk about how Jeff Jarrett LOVED him..and how Jerry DID NOT. Also if you listen hard, a few cameos pop up. Also, NWA Operations Manager Maureen Tracy talks about her first time going to a $5 Wrestling show!
Zane and The Filmmaker sit down on the set to discuss his newest film, "Interview With a Film Star". They talk about the 14 hour round trips Myk would take weekly just to go to wrestling school, his roots in the arts, and what Zane is going to need to do to become the next star at Southside Films.
Zane and Darius talk about working with Ric Flair, sleeping in catering and what being a "Free Black Man" means to Darius. Also his time spent talking to youth and volunteering in the community.
Zane and Jakob talk about being the best darn camera paige in the biz and his new pair of $85 pants! Zane also talks about the Royal Rumble, his weekend of shows and seminars, and his new love affair with another man's burrito obsession.
Zane and Jarrod discuss Jarrod's time on Steve Austin's Broken Skull Ranch, his straight edge lifestyle and his side hustle of making you a better person.
Zane and Timmy Lou talk about NXT, the gross YouTube videos we love to watch, and what he means by not being local! Zane also talks about this past weekend's PWX Pure stand out and the upcoming PWX and Queens of Combat events!
Zane and Beast talk about the world of extra work both in wrestling and in film! Beast has done an odd amount of Rock related extra work...but only talked to his stunt double...once...
Zane and Savannah talk about what it's like to be one of the world's most famous Canga Line leaders in the business! Also about how she went from a spectator to one of the East Coast's most loved wrestlers!
Zane and Mike talk about the Ultimatest of deletions and how that set him on a path to becoming one of the most popular comedic wrestlers on the scene today! Mike also talks action figure sites and whipped cream all while Timmy Lou gets constantly attacked by my cat!
Zane and Patrick talk about juggling college, a relationship and full time wrestling schedule including a tour of the UK all while managing to get on NXT tv's. Plus all of Zane's happenings in Louisville, KY for FSCW and Ladies of Action and Sir Mo calls Patrick the "N" word.
Zane and Zeda discuss one of the most trying experiences in the Performance Center that anyone has ever heard or experienced. And how that experience served more good for a budding career than anyone could ever explain.
Zane talks to his trainer and mentor, George South, about what it was like before there was such thing as an "extra talent". They also discuss how George changed the game for the "underneath" guys and also about his faith and devotion to the Lord Jesus Christ. The best part is that none of this even scratches the surface. Listen. Enjoy. Learn.
Zane and Elijah talk about the differences in NXT and WWE, firefighter Halo Tournaments and what happens when your tag partner turns out to be a felon! Plus a full recap of Zane's weekend at Wrestlecade!
Papa Riley talks to his favorite son Jason Cade about his love for Asuka and how that's not going to get him any favors with a certain former WWE Diva. We also discuss Mo-Cap how much we love Paul London!
Billy Brash joins us today to talk about rare video games, fire fighting and being a Dojo Master! Zane Barely talks at all because...well...he lost his voice this weekend. Enjoy the fantastic interview and the terrible audio!
Halloween may have passed but we have one scare left for you in this weeks episode featuring the Undertaker...ish... Zane talks with Keith Mac about The Hardy's Halloween Special, shoot worms, and his dad's thoughts on his win/loss record!
Zane talks to Zane and Dave Dawson about being bouncers, Dave almost killing Zane and the joys of being a reality TV star.
Zane talks to Impact star Caleb Konley about everything from pitbulls to Juggalos! What more could you want?! Actually...this episode is basically a hour long ad for Sonic Hot Dogs...But Caleb is pretty so don't be a lemon about it.
Jake talked about the rise of his independent career but sometimes you fly too close to the sun. Where you fall though...has a lot to do with you. This isn't a happy ending...but the story isn't over...
Zane sits down with stand up comedian, fellow podcaster, and indy wrestler "Man Scout" Jake Manning as he talks about pre-Benoit WWE and his Icarus-esque flight to the sun.
On the first ever episode of Extra Talented: A Wrestling Podcast, Zane talks to independent sensation John Skyler about his many times doing extra talent spots with the WWE and NXT, being a substitute teacher, and his roommate, a ferret named Gomez. Plus a very special surprise for all that tune in til the end! John Skyler on Monday Night Raw August 13th, 2018 via WWE here.
A quick hello and run down of what to expect from your new favorite wrestling podcast!