Wrestling University

Today Dr Tom and Joe discuss; when things go wrong in the ring and how to deal with adversity in wrestling.

Balancing a demanding work schedule as a top talent. The presence that Batista and Lesnar brought early in their careers.

We look at the inspirational story of The Miz and how he used his relentless work ethic to overcome difficulties in the locker room

You want mainstream success, but have to win over a niche audience to get there. How do you plan your path to the top?

The landscape is changing. How do trainees prepare for a business that can differ wildly from year to year?

Some wrestlers travel the world on the indies, some go straight to a major company. Which route is best? Do you have a choice?

Dr Tom explains his approach to picking your moveset. We've heard it's the things in between the moves before, but what does that actually mean? We discuss the answers.

We tackle THEE question. How old is too old? What is the optimal age to start training? Does it matter. Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss.

Everything is changing. How might wrestling evolve in the near future and what should trainees do to prepare? Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss.

We all make mistakes. Dr Tom Prichard tells Joe Hendry how wrestlers can own their mistakes, recover from them and most importantly, avoid making them in the first place!

Even if you want to be a singles wrestler, tag team wrestling WILL be a huge part of your career. You might as well get good at it. Dr Tom Prichard tells Joe Hendry how.

The 'It Factor' is often referenced as the key ingredient in pro wrestling success, but how can you convey it without getting heat? Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss.

What happens when another wrestler tries to hurt or injure you?It's rare but it does happen. Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss some strategies.

For every wrestling success story, there are thousands who tried. This week Dr Tom and Joe discuss when it's time to hang up your boots.

It's said that the key to longevity in wrestling is based on your ability to reinvent yourself. Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss the wrestlers who are best at this and how they go about it.

Dr Tom discusses the importance of work ethic, courage, conviction in your ideas and shares what he learned from training his boss Vince McMahon.

We compare Stone Cold Steve Austin's rise to the top, with modern examples such as Roman Reigns and Scotland's own Drew McIntyre.

What are the signs that it's time to leave? Dr Tom and Joe discuss signs from management, the crowd and other factors that you should know about when deciding to stay or go.

How much can you actually insult your opponent and still be professional? Andy Kaufman vs Jerry Lawler covered in detail.

Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss how to match your goals with that of the company, the importance of sales skills and how to pitch your ideas and execute your vision!

Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss some tips for attending a tryout and some wrestling history, covering the territories and the history of the Mandible Claw.

Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss the importance of knowing where the cameras are when wrestling for a television product and Daniel Bryan's ability to get over in every situation.

Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss how to make a great debut, from your first match, to a tryout, impressing in a new territory and even how to stand out on TV. This episode is a must listen for all wrestlers and trainees!

Dr Tom and Joe Hendry discuss pro wrestling politics, the challenges The Miz had to overcome to be a top star and if The Rock vs Hulk Hogan is suitable viewing for trainees.

This week Dr Tom Prichard and Joe Hendry discuss the politics of becoming a rising star in professional wrestling business, using The Rock and CM Punk as examples. This week is about when to be a team player and when to fight for your beliefs.

Sorting out finances, being the best at what you love and how to create your own story!

Social Media can be your greatest weapon or your fiercest enemy.

Should you try to be good at everything or focus on one?

How to escape the little lies we tell ourselves and how to move forward physically and mentally by controlling the things we can control.

It's not just when things are bad that motivation can fade. It can also slip away when things are going well. Where's how to recognise it and get yourself back on track.

This week we discuss what makes a good trainee and what we've learned from the coaching process!

How do you make money when you first start out? Is uni a waste of time? How do you approach the business when competition is so high?

At what point will it feel like you've climbed the mountain? money? Fame? A World Title? Trust me, this is something you need to think about.

Doing things that scare you (within reason, safety wise) will help you get better at wrestling and anything else you dream of doing that seems a little daunting. Here's how and why.

I discuss what it meant to achieve a huge career goal and how I SHOULD have reacted to it. Also I discuss the importance of using what comes to you organically to forward your business.

We discuss the basic things you'll need before starting your first training session. Training starts with us on September 15th. Check out EdinburghWrestling.com to register!

What makes The Rock n' Roll Express so good even in their 60's? Also we talk debuting in ROH and weight management in Pro Wrestling.

Why I'm starting a pro wrestling school and how you can join. I also discuss the current state of British wrestling, new opportunities and the closure of Defiant .

If things aren't working don't be afraid to try something completely different. Embrace the change. Also, we discuss the importance of hobbies and life outside your chosen career path.

The say its 90% mental and 10% physical. Not sure I agree. Following on from our stoicism episode I discuss how you can conquer the mental battles within so you can perform at your best.

A look back at the last 6 months of hard work...

You have this great idea, but should you do it? What if it goes wrong? Does it matter? This podcast is about how to absorb those necessary little failures and move forward.

My theory on fate, plus the 1 change I made that is helping me improve my physique drastically...

Losing perspective? You might need to escape the wrestling bubble. Sometimes we can have too much of a good thing...yes...even wrestling. Every so often it's important to remember what made you a fan of the business and this podcast discusses how!

How Joe prepared for his 30 minute Iron Man match with Gabriel Kidd and how you can apply the same principles...

Take advantages of the opportunities in front of you and do the repetitions to make sure you are ready for them. Also, we discuss some quick tips to get yourself out of a rut and effective ways to get back on track...

Wrestling is a chaotic industry. What if there was a a mind set that could allow you to block out the noise and perform under pressure? I think I may have stumbled across it...

Do good things come to those who wait? Or is it just not that simple?

You've followed all the advice, done everything right but the strategy isn't working. Here's what to do next!

We're all human. We all fail. You've heard the Rocky quotes but what does it actually all mean. I'll share some of my own failures and tell you what I did to bounce back. Hopefully you might be able to do the same next time you don't quite achieve your goals as quickly as you may have hoped....

We talk to upcoming wrestler Sam Barbour about his experiences coming up through the Scottish scene. We cover his work with ICW, training with GPWA and most importantly, what Sam needs to do to take things the next level.