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Anthony Carelli, also known as Santino Marella, is a Canadian professional wrestler and judoka, most famous for his 11-year stint with WWE. Carelli is recognized for his humorous and iconic character, Santino Marella, an Italian stereotype, often engaging in comedic segments and on-screen relationships with fellow wrestlers. He won the WWE Intercontinental Championship in his debut match against Umaga and went on to win various other titles during his WWE career. Outside of wrestling, Carelli is the founder of Battle Arts Academy, a training facility for martial arts and professional wrestling, and he also serves as the official ambassador of Judo Canada. He retired from wrestling in 2014 but made sporadic appearances on the independent circuit, as well as occasional returns to WWE and Impact Wrestling. In 2023, he returned to Impact Wrestling and continues to contribute to the wrestling community through various roles and appearances. #SantinoMarella #WWE #ProfessionalWrestler #comedy #IntercontinentalChampion #TagTeamChampion #ImpactWrestling #Judo #BattleArtsAcademy #MartialArts #WrestlingTraining #Humor #Italian #FanFavorite #Retirement #IndieWrestling #JudoCanada #Entertainer #SantinoMarellaReturns #WrestlingLegend #CobraMove #WrestleMania #raw #ImpactWrestling #SantinoMarellaInterview #RingName #WWEHistory #Appearances #WrestlingCareer #CanadianWrestler #BehindTheLights #joetilley #greatcanadiansportsshow #summerslam #Santino #WrestlingComedy

I'm joined by Rohan Raja as we delve into his pro wrestling career including runs in IMPACT Wrestling & NXT UK. Rohan discusses his beginnings in wrestling training at Lance Storm's school in Canada. He also talks about his time at Santino Marella's Battle Arts Academy, and the tools he learnt there furthering his wrestling style. We come away from wrestling too, as Rohan is a passionate fan of Liverpool FC, boxing and MMA. Rohan also gave me a scoop that he has been training for the Gladiators reboot which will be back on UK TV this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join the boys this month as they cover everything AEW that has happened in the past month.We are joined as always by Uncle Bobby B of MLW Rewind where he gives us his hits and s**ts of the month.You can catch him on Straight Talk Wrestling at https://www.youtube.com/c/StraightTalkWrestlingAnd a very special interview guest, We also discuss:  - Jon Moxley signing a 5 year extension deal. - We need BTE to come back!!!  - AEW in Toronto and all the shenanigans surrounding that. - Our Triplemania Review?! (Or should I say Eric's contribution)And our special guest, pro wrestling's bubblegum princess, Alexia Nicole from the Oct. 25th episode AEW Dark where she took on Athena.You can also catch her on Nov. 5th at The Arthur Caulfield Memorial Show at Battle Arts Academy in Mississauga.Grab your tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-pro-wrestling-battle-arts-academy-tickets-432717408417If you would like to support our guests,Check out Alexia Nicole atInstagram: @alexianicoleTwitter: @itsalexianicoleBig Cartel: https://alexianicolewrestler.bigcartel.com/Pro Wrestling Tees: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/bubblegumAnd special thank you again to THT who you can find on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handshakingteamYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/tht420Or check out their podcast the Skelecast on Spotify at:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L9PkVhjSxNsHynRVc0X7D?si=d1f1e603a477446bBe sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram where we will post new episode detailsInstagram: @aewtfTwitter: @aewtf4 Wanna be cool like the rest of us? Go to https://ballergear.ca/collections/snme/products/snme-dsotee and pick up your DSOTE "Join Us" shirt today!Check us out on all our socials atDark Side of the EliteYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7vNLQNUc5KFc2vFT04O3QFacebook Page: facebook.com/darksideoftheeliteFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4459105624159618Instagram: @darksideoftheeliteTwitter: @DarksideoftheERandyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeSL3VoV-ewnhXO4yzTa8PwWebsite: https://wethedarkordernorth.ca/Twitter: @WeTheDarkOrder1Instagram: @wethedarkordernorthFacebook: facebook.com/WeTheDarkOrderNorthMattTwitter: @MRoberts85Uncle Bobby BPodcast (MLW Rewind): https://www.youtube.com/c/StraightTalkWrestlingInstagram: @therealunclebobbybEricTwitch: www.twitch.tv/erke90

Join the boys this month as they cover everything AEW that has happened in the past month. We are joined as always by Uncle Bobby B of MLW Rewind where he gives us his hits and s**ts of the month. You can catch him on Straight Talk Wrestling at https://www.youtube.com/c/StraightTalkWrestling And a very special interview guest, We also discuss: Jon Moxley signing a 5 year extension deal. We need BTE to come back!!! AEW in Toronto and all the shenanigans surrounding that. Our Triplemania Review?! (Or should I say Eric's contribution) And our special guest, pro wrestling's bubblegum princess, Alexia Nicole from the Oct. 25th episode AEW Dark where she took on Athena. You can also catch her on Nov. 5th at The Arthur Caulfield Memorial Show at Battle Arts Academy in Mississauga. Grab your tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-pro-wrestling-battle-arts-academy-tickets-432717408417 If you would like to support our guests, Check out Alexia Nicole at Instagram: @alexxiaanicole  Twitter: @itsalexianicole  Big Cartel: https://alexianicolewrestler.bigcartel.com/ Pro Wrestling Tees: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/bubblegum And special thank you again to THT who you can find on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handshakingteam Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/tht420 Or check out their podcast the Skelecast on Spotify at: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L9PkVhjSxNsHynRVc0X7D?si=d1f1e603a477446b Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram where we will post new episode details Instagram: @aewtf  Twitter: @aewtf4 

Hey Everyone - every week we will be bringing you a show from the Patreon family of shows so that you can get a sample of what you get when you are a Patron of SNME Radio. For $1 a week you get an exclusive wrestling show a day and many extras. Be sure to sign up at patreon.com/SNMEradio   The Table 001 - The Ontario Independent Scene Welcome to the newest show in the SNME network! Each episode will be produced and hosted by various members of the SNME pot of hosts. This show will be a special and will feature a roundtable discussion featuring various guests as we hope to get different perspectives of the wrestling business including a fans view, a wrestlers view, a promoters view and more! We hope everyone enjoys and let us know some topics you'd like us to debate and chat about as a group. - The SNME Crew ~~~~~~~~~ Hey Everybody it's Randy from the Darkside of The Elite and "The Standard" Matthew Grant and Welcome to "The Table" We gather and talk to some  familiar voices and faces of The Ontario Wrestling scene to talk about an Upcoming Card on November 5th , The Arthur Caulfield Memorial, At the Battle Arts Academy , 4880 Tomken Rd. Mississauga Ontario , doors open at 630pm bell time will be at 7pm, tickets can be found at www.eventbrite.com, Joining us tonight are Pretty Ricky Willdy, Gabreil Feurza, Bradie Whetham and Holden Albright. We talk about The event plus we get into how everybody started in "The Business" and what they like about Wrestling today! All while Pretty Ricky is carving a pumpkin! It's a fun Listen! I hope you all Enjoy Instagram Handles: Pretty Ricky - @prowilldy Gabriel Feurza -@fuerzalives Holden Albright -  @holdenpro Bradie Whetham -@bradiew Matthew Grant - @m4tthewgrant

This episode I talk with pro wrestler Pretty Ricky Willdy. We talk about his career beginnings, sponsorships, and the Nov 5th Arthur Caulfield Memorial show happening at Battle Arts Academy in Mississauga, ON. Tickets to the Nov 5th Arthur Caulfield Memorial show: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-pro-wrestling-battle-arts-academy-tickets-432717408417?fbclid=PAAaaNLf99mPj364ZbFqAiootSnc3O0SwSjGY9FNbnWEXS90dIBWul5Y47mDQ Music by Brady Turner https://www.bradyturnermusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bradyturnermusic Art by Kat Lanser https://hatemail.bigcartel.com https://www.instagram.com/_hatemail_ Animation by Bradley Thomas Turner http://bradleythomasturner.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bradleythomasturner/ You Had Options socials https://www.instagram.com/youhadoptions https://www.twitter.com/youhadoptions youhadoptions@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/you-had-options/support

My guest for this episode is uplifting wrestler, Joe "Brick" Cantrell. We discuss letting go of anger, conspiracy theories, Battle Arts Academy, his backyard wrestling history, Ben Affleck, our favourite La Coka Nostra songs and much more.

This week on the TWC Show, Justin is joined by Danial as they finally recap Money in the Bank, discuss Liv Morgan finally winning the Women's Championship, Austin Theory as a heel, Bobby Lashley as top babyface, the reliability of Carmella, Swerve in Our Glory becoming AEW Tag Champions, Danial training at Battle Arts Academy and all about Justin's trip to Calgary for the Hart Families “Dungeon Wrestling” show during the Stampede weekend. Enjoy!Hosted byJustin Dhillon - @justindhillon & @thewrestlingclassicDanial - @danialm8

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This week on the show, Donnie and Tid talk about the "retirement" of boxing champ Tyson Fury, Elon Musk's big purchase, the NFL draft and a heart warming story about high school powerlifters in Mississippi.  Our featured guest is podcaster, music producer, weed smoker, and politically incorrect ass kicker Phallon Dunn!  Phallon discusses her blunt broadcast style, putting her guests on the spot, training at the Battle Arts Academy, and she even offers up relationship advice to a listener. We also announced that Phallon has just joined OTT - Only The Toughest Pro Wrestling and will be serving as the ring announcer for the debut show on May 7th!  Check out this week's episode now!

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On this episode, Dylan goes solo to interview Battle Arts Academy's own and former Battle Arts Women's Champion Amy Crimson. Sponsored by www.80stees.com. Use promo code 'WORLDELITE' to save 30% off of your order.

Anthony Carelli aka Santino Marella Former WWE Star who is a great Canadian Wrestler who has won many top Championships in WWE & has wrestled all around the world.   SANTINO MARELLA ANTHONY CARELLI talks with Canadian Wrestling Superstar Jeremy Prophet & talks His daughter Bianca Carelli Battle Arts Academy & having an NXT Canada Performance Center at his Performance School Being Vince Mcmahon one day Winning The Intercontinental Championship In Italy Milan John Cena How tough it is as a Canadian to break into Professional Wrestling Jim Cornette The Santino Spot by Pete Dunne Dave Simon Dusty Rhodes Promo's In WWE & so much more   TO SIGN UP Battle Arts Academy 4880 Tomken Road Mississauga, ON, Canada L4W 1J8 FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/anthony.carelli.94 https://www.facebook.com/BattleArtsAcademy TWITTER https://twitter.com/BattleArtsMMA https://twitter.com/milanmiracle INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/battleartsacademybaa/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/themilanmiracle/?hl=en SANTINO MARELLA TALKS NXT CANADA, BATTLE ARTS ACADEMY, BE LIKE VINCE, DUSTY RHODES, BIANCA CARELLI

Anthony Carelli - former National Judo Champ pulls himself up off the mat to become WWE Superstar Santino Marella. What a journey!! Anthony Carelli is a Canadian semi-retired professional wrestler. He is known for his 11-year tenure with WWE where he wrestled under the ring name Santino Marella. He is the founder of Canadian martial arts and professional wrestling training facility Battle Arts Academy #wwe #judo #sports #anthonycarelli #tilley #awesome

In this very special episode #199 I had the pleasure of speaking to Amy Crimsom. We discuss what Amy has been doing since her last match. We talk about Amy's love for pro wrestling and her wrestling inspirations and heroes. We discuss her training at the Battle Arts Academy, with head coach Anthony Carelli (former WWE Superstar Santino Marella) and the amazing facility that is the Battle Arts Academy. Amy tells us some fun stories of some of her early matches, before telling us about the moment she became the Battle Arts Academy Women's champion. This is such a fantastic interview, with the very talented Amy Crimson. (Duration 43 minutes) Part of the Johners Podcasting Network: https://wrestlingwithjohners.com/wrestling-with-johners/

Norm Murray speaks with Adam Cocca from Battle Arts Academy in Mississauga. They offer a complete range of fitness programs for the whole family, including camps, classes and personal training. http://www.battleartsacademy.ca

Bianca Carelli, hija de Santino Marella, habla de su tryout con la WWE, Battle Arts Academy, el circuito independiente de Canadá y mucho más --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucha-libre-online/support

Joining us for a few to talk about Battle Arts Academy, Canadian Wrestling, being the longest reigning Battle Arts Light Heavyweight Champion is Sexy Stan Smith. https://twitter.com/smittygunn https://www.instagram.com/tripleswrestles/ Music by: in6chunx: https://www.twitch.tv/in6chunx https://soundcloud.com/in6chunx If you like Putting You Over and want to catch it LIVE, please check me out at: https://www.twitch.tv/PuttingYouOver Join the Putting You Over Discord at https://www.discord.io/puttingyouover You can also catch us at https://www.twitter.com/PuttingUOver You can also catch my writings at https://www.wrestlingnewsworld.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this week’s episode of “Da” Podcast, Steve is joined by former WWE superstar Anthony Carelli as they talk about outdoor activities, night clubs, getting into wrestling, how the character of Santino Marella was born, staying in character, learning Italian, coming up with “The Cobra”, almost winning the heavyweight title at Elimination Chamber, becoming Intercontinental champ, comedy in wrestling, ever wanting to change gimmicks, working with the women’s division & the Santina character, owning a Royal Rumble record, travel partners, if Anthony will wrestle again, wanting to become a commentator, Judo, amateur wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, running Battle Arts Academy, Sportsnet Aftermath, “The Weird Story of The Week”, acting and so much more! If you’re looking for “Da” Podcast merchandise, and want to support the show directly, please visit http://tee.pub/lic/KrIMP441400 We have tees, hoodies, onesies, phone cases, pillows, mugs and more! If you’re into wrestling collectables, autographs, comic books, action figures, sports cards and more, make sure to visit www.firstrow.ca and use promo code: DAPODCAST20 to receive 20% off! Looking for something new to read and also into video games? Please visit www.bossfightbooks.com for great books on classic video games! You can follow Steve on Instagram & Twitter @fingastylz and “Da” Podcast on Twitter @dapodcastdap Send your questions and comments to dapodcastdap@gmail.com Make sure to subscribe, rate, like, follow or review on ApplePodcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Spotify and iHeartRadio!

The Culture King joined us for a few to talk about his start, his journey & his determination. Enjoy. https://twitter.com/SwayArcher​ Music by: in6chunx: https://www.twitch.tv/in6chunx​ https://soundcloud.com/in6chunx​ If you like Putting You Over and want to catch it LIVE, please check me out at: https://www.twitch.tv/PuttingYouOver​ Join the Putting You Over Discord at https://www.discord.io/puttingyouover​ You can also catch us at https://www.twitter.com/PuttingUOver​ You can also catch my writings at https://www.wrestlingnewsworld.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jason is joined by Anthony Carelli (WWE's Santino Marella) to chat about his progress after stem-cell treatments on his neck, running Battle Arts Academy in the midst of COVID-19, and his thoughts on the WWE product during the pandemic including details on a chat he had with Drew McIntyre.   Dave Meltzer comments on AEW using Eric Bischoff and the debut of Mat Cardona, then Bartender Dave joins the show to review this week's wrestling TV including a the Chris Jericho / Orange Cassidy program, Chad Gable turning heel and why Dave loves Dexter Lumis.   Plus Turnbuckle Trivia and the news of the week.

the host got to interview this WWE fan favourite, to talk his career, starting up BATTLE ARTS ACADEMY, to his advise for any young up and coming wrestler.

Anthony Carelli, aka WWE star Santino Morella, was ‘born to Battle’. At the age of 9, his Bruce Lee fascination ignited a desire within, dedicating his life to the art of Judo. This lead him to a new dream - battling in the land of giants - the WWE. But at his height, it seemed impossible. One day Anthony saw a group of pro-wrestlers training. They WERE giants. But when a trainer told him he was the same height as the legendary Brett Hart - everything changed. Now after a championship WWE career, Anthony is in the face of new battles - running his renowned gym Battle Arts Academy - and training his daughter to carry on the family legacy - her dream. Ladies and gentlemen, Anthony Carelli. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Michael - https://www.instagram.com/michaelreve... Constantine - https://www.instagram.com/cobs00/ Jerry - https://www.instagram.com/abramagrams/ WATCH ON YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmLG_F8lpqUkMt47JmV1PDg/featured

From the 905, to where ever you are..this is Shwa Style Wrestling Podcast!On this weeks episode, we have not one but TWO Special Interviews! FIRST...I sit down with one half of the White Trash Circus, "The Horror Show" SHAUNYMO! We talk about his Top Five of All Time, his current health status & we play a game of "WORD ASSOCIATION" where Shaunymo gives his HONEST OPINIONS about WARHED, MATT CASH, JESSIE MACK, & MORE!(Oh, and this interview was interrupted by someone driving over a curb outsideof a venue! Who was it? Listen & find out!)FINALLY...I sit down with Battle Arts Academy's FREEDOM WALLACE!We talk about his Top Five of All Time, how he got into the business & training with Battle Arts Academy with SANTINO MARELLA! PLUS...FREEDOM talks to us about how he got onto WWE programming & an INCIDENT that happened with WWE's BUDDY MURPHY on 205 LIVE! Trust me, you don't want to miss this!  

Issue # 74... Santino Marella Today in studio Anthony Carelli aka Santino Marella has joined us here at the NeverSleepsNetwork Studio. He talks to us about his 10 year career in the WWE. We talk about his retirement annoncement he made here in Toronto on a house show. Destiny wrestling which runs out of his Battle Arts Academy is discussed as well as his recent involvement with Impact wrestling and the show he co hosts on Twitch, Behind The Lights. Elimination Chamber & the Royal Rumble, how over was the Cobra and did Anthony enjoy playing a comedy role as opposed to a non comedic role on the WWE roster. All of this and much, much more. So spend a bit with us here on Talk' N Wrestling where comedy and wrestling collide. Trump fires SantinoSantino on TwitterSantino's Top 10 WWE Moments

FOX Sports Radio 96.9 FM/1340 AM's hit show ----Listen In With KNN---- hosted by Kelsey N. Nelson welcomed the acclaimed Battle Arts Academy CEO/Founder and SportsNet Analyst, Anthony Carelli, on to the show to insightfully discuss the ongoing positive success of Battle Arts Academy, as well as successful lifestyle transformations via health and fitness programs at Battle Arts Academy, coupled alongside Carelli explaining his heartfelt association with very inspirational philanthropic charities throughout Mississauga, Ontario and much more in a must-listen inspirational episode of ----Listen In With KNN----.The ever-charismatic and easygoing Carelli also revealed the origins of the well-documented and critically acclaimed 13,000 square foot Battle Arts Academy, which was founded alongside Inside Fitness Magazine's Tony Frendo, whilst notably touching on Battle Arts Academy's universal appeal throughout Ontario.The amiable Carelli additionally shared in-depth candid thoughts on selflessly raising significant amounts of money for the very empowering ----Give Kids A Fighting Chance---- education program, which empowers the lives of eighteen youths in Ontario.

After his wrestling career came to an end Anthony Carelli long prepared himself for life after wrestling. Carelli also competed as former Intercontinental and United States Champion, WWE superstar Santino Marella. His passion for the discipline of Judo has continued to follow him as he continues to train and develop talent in his Battle Arts Academy. He is also an analyst for Sportsnet's Aftermath which discusses the events of the current WWE product. During our discussion Carelli discussed wrestling, a special ceremony he was part of and his daughter's current pursuit to follow in her father's footsteps. To listen to this weeks edition please click the link below.

The Bombshell, Natalie Bramwell joins Prince AJ Kumar on Spinning Heel Kick Podcast to discuss her early career in professional wrestling, training with Battle Arts Academy, Training, Body Building, Childhood, Struggles she has overcome and what she is looking to accomplish in the near future.

It's not often you get to watch one of your high school friends chase his dreams and make it to the pinnacle of his craft. Anthony Carelli (know as Santino Marella in the WWE) is a guy that you just knew would accomplish his goal. On this episode of the show he shares his journey from leaving Mississauga and his daughter to learn professional wrestling in Japan, then returning and driving to Ohio with everything on the line and then getting the call from WWE and becoming the Intercontinental Champion on his first professional match in Milan Italy. He now owns and operates Battle Arts Academy in Mississauga, Ontario. Check it out here: www.BattleArtsAcademy.ca

WWE Superstar, broadcaster & entrepreneur, Anthony Carelli (a.k.a. Santino Marella), joins us on the latest episode of The Adamantium Podcast as we discuss sports vs. entertainment as it permits to pro wrestling and where he falls on the spectrum. We also talk about the success of his training facility, Battle Arts Academy, his Judo coaching endeavours, getting into character, his newest show on Twitch, and his thoughts on Wrestlemania 34 & Greatest Royal Rumble.

Adam, James and Andrew interview Anthony Carelli, better known to you all as former WWE superstar Santino Marella.  We talk about his time in WWE and his new venture with Battle Arts Academy!  Needless to say, Adam gets excited!  We also preview WWE Fastlane which looks great on paper.  More fun than you can shake a cobra at! www.battleartsacademy.ca www.gameaccess.ca www.zubaz.com  

With less than 12 hours to prepare, Beej & The Dude sat down with “The Darkest Soul” Robby Heart last month for an impromptu chat. They discuss his time wrestling in Japan, training in Canada at Santino Marella’s Battle Arts Academy and Robby’s other passion in life, his music and band Dead Joe.   Get your FNX.Network t-shirts HERE Check us out on Facebook HERE! @DrawingHeat_Pod @WrestleRadioAU   Hear Drawing Heat, WRA, HeelingOut & AxeCast at FNX.NETWORK via WrestleRadioAustralia.com   Visit WRESTLEMERCH PRINTING on Facebook for details on their END OF YEAR SPECIAL!   - Theme Song “We’re All Together Now” by The Slam Jam Band - Closing Song “Carry Me Home” by Dead Joe

Santino Marella is truly Italian (on his father's side), totally bought into Hulkamania as a kid, started taking Judo because that's the class that worked best in his mom's work schedule, was banned from Japan for a year, and abruptly retired from WWE due to his ongoing neck injuries and surgeries. He's plenty busy though - running his Battle Arts Academy, learning to hunt with a bow, working for Sports Net TV, and closely following the UFC and Ronda Rousey's return.

Formerly known as Santino Marella in the WWE, Anthony Carelli has been keeping busy since stepping out of the ring. Now he steps into the ring at Battle Arts Academy, the ultimate training center for tomorrow's stars of pro wrestling and MMA. He also has thoughts on the upcoming brand split, the big changes for Smackdown and addresses the possibility that he could be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame one day. And it's time to unlock the vault from September 2014, a sit-down chat with Matt Sydal, formerly known as Evan Bourne in the WWE. The high-flyer shares stories about learning from Kid Kash, how WWE discovered him, how he planned on gaining new viewers during a particular era, the RKO that has everybody talking and more.

Episode 62's guest is someone who is and will be fondly remembered in WWE lore for decades to come, and that is Santino Marella. This episode is a real treat, as we get a look at more of the man than the character, getting into Santino's legit past in MMA, and find out how he made his way down to OVW where he was trained, and signed from by WWE. He mentions the trainer who he learned the most from, as well as what he thought about working under Paul Heyman with a very different gimmick than what he eventually debuted as. Santino Marella is, of course, that gimmick, and we discuss his big debut in Italy, beating Umaga for the Intercontinental Championship. Shortly thereafter, he lost the title back to Umaga, and eventually turned heel. He talks about how and why he believes the original way the character was portrayed didn't get over with the audience, and briefly covers working with Maria Kanellis. From there, Santino always seemed to be in the mix with big name returning stars, and celebrity guests, showing the trust the company began to have in him. We covered his times mixing it up with names like Stone Cold Steve Austin, Rowdy Roddy Piper, Snoop Dogg, and even possible Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump! Santino wasn't very impressed with Trump's abilities as an entertainer, and he explains why. We go over the "Glamarella" team, his second IC title run, and the Honkameter. He also had some unique appearances in the Royal Rumble, including one of the quickest eliminations of all time, and lasting until the final two with Alberto Del Rio in 2011. Santino then talks about the audience's unique connection to the character in an almost "Rocky Balboa" like way, as he would always be so close to winning a big one or climbing further up the ladder, only to ultimately lose. We discuss his championship team with Vladimir Kozlov, and how their association changed his character. We go over many other things, including wrestling conventions, working with John Laurinaitis both behind the curtain and in front of the camera, how he came up with "The Cobra," and the ultimate battle between his Cobra and Mick Foley's "Mr. Socko," the return of Brock Lesnar, CM Punk's departure and his chances at succeeding in the UFC, the WWE Network, the neck injuries that ultimately shortened his in-ring career, and finally, the problems with NXT gimmicks not working on the main roster, as well as working with Emma, and what may have shortened their team and their angle together. We also discuss Santino's "Battle Arts Academy," what inspired it, what he hopes for it in the future, and if it could ultimately become a feeder program for NXT. You can visit Battle Arts Academy at battleartsacademy.ca and you can follow Santino on Twitter at @milanmiracle. Please support Creative Control by going to prowrestlingtees.com/ccwithjoefeeney and checking out our t shirts. The first fan to buy one of each of our three shirts wins an AJ Styles autographed figure!

Formerly known as WWE's Santino Marella [Anthony Carelli] returns to the show FRESH from his WWE Release (his first interview) to talk about his Battle Arts Academy, his release from WWE, and what is next for him

In the PG Era of WWE there are very few undeniable characters that resonate with today’s fan base and on today’s Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling John and Chad are joined by perhaps the most identifiable, Anthony Carelli also known as Santino Marella. Getting a deep look into the inside of Battle Arts Academy in Mississauga, Ontario Canada we learn how much more there is to “Santino” then just a “Cobra” and a funny walk. With an accomplished MMA background and desire to train a new generation of conditioned athletes Carelli’s time is spent operating the fully functioning facility made for both young and old to experience training on a different level. But we also get into the story and origin of Santino Marella and follow the journey from relative unknown to WWE funny man and dive deep into the insight of the man behind the :Milan Miracle”. Please subscribe to The Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling on iTunes and via YouTube by searching the Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling or visit the OFFICIAL Website of the Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling: www.tmptofwrestling.com & twitter.com/twomanpowertrip

Independent Wrestling Superstar Purple Haze joins us live tonight to talk about his amazing career in pro wrestling, where he has been and what his goals are in Pro Wrestling. Steven J. Wong will also be with us Tuesday night to talk about the one of a kind super hybrid of a gym known as Battle Arts Academy that he owns with WWE Superstar Santino Marella in Toronto! For more information on Battle Arts Academy, check out their website atwww.battleartsacademy.com     Got Questions for Purple haze or Steven Wong, make sure you call in live and talk to either of these great guests we have lined up at 347-202-0399. Don't wanna call in? well then send us your tweets @pipebomb__radio