New to Wrestling Podcast

New to Wrestling Podcast
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Lifelong wrestling fan takes his best friend through, the joys, the action, and all the drama that is professional wrestling! Starting with The Attitude Era and Beyond! 

  1. 4d ago

    Kylon King on Miracle Generation, Wrestling Open & Chasing the Dream | INTERVIEW

    Happy Birthday to Kylon King! 🎉 This week on New to Wrestling, we're joined by one of the most exciting performers on the independent wrestling scene today: Kylon King—one half of Miracle Generation alongside Dustin "Flash" Waller, former IWTV Tag Team Champions, current PWJ Tag Team Champions, Wrestling Open mainstay, and one of the most dynamic high-flyers you'll find anywhere.  Kylon joins us to talk about: 🔥 How wrestling became a family affair and ultimately changed his life  🔥 Finding his path after college and falling in love with wrestling training  🔥 The evolution of Miracle Generation and his partnership with Dustin Flash Waller  🔥 Their historic IWTV Tag Team Championship run and what made it so special  🔥 Wrestling Open, Beyond Wrestling, and helping build something from the ground up  🔥 Dream matches, future goals, and why Japan remains at the top of his wrestling bucket list  🔥 The mindset, positivity, and perseverance that have helped him become one of the most respected young wrestlers on the independent scene Along the way, we discuss road trips, anime, Paramore, John Cena, Eddie Guerrero, New Haven, Connecticut, and why Kylon believes wrestling is a marathon—not a sprint. Whether you've followed Kylon's journey for years or are discovering him for the first time, this conversation is a reminder of why independent wrestling continues to thrive: incredible talent, relentless work ethic, and people who genuinely love what they do. 🎂 Happy Birthday, Kylon! 🎙 Listen now at newtowrestling.com The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

    1h 1m

  2. Jun 4

    Why This Mask vs Mask Match Made Us Emotional | El Grande Americano vs El Grande Americano

    Sometimes wrestling reminds you exactly why you fell in love with it. This week, we're taking a detour from our Attitude Era journey to talk about one of the most unique and emotional matches we've seen in a long time: El Grande Americano vs El Grande Americano in a Mask vs Mask Match. On paper, none of this should work. A stolen identity. Two wrestlers playing the same character. A feud split between two countries. A crowd that sees one man as a hero and the other as an imposter. And somehow... It's incredible. We break down:  Why this story became so beloved in Mexico  The brilliance of the El Grande Americano character  How WWE and AAA created something genuinely special  The incredible atmosphere surrounding the match  And why this may be one of the best examples of what professional wrestling can be when everything clicks From the entrances to the storytelling to the emotional post-match unmasking, this wasn't just a great match. It was a reminder that wrestling can still surprise us. If you've ever struggled to explain why you love wrestling to someone else, this might be the match you show them. 🎙 Watch, listen, and explore more at newtowrestling.com 🧘 Wrestlers: Don't forget Restorative for Wrestlers at Yoga Mechanics in Montclair, NJ. The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

    38 min

  3. May 21

    Undertaker Played EVERYONE (We Did NOT See That Ending Coming) | Raw Is War 7.6.1998

    This episode put us THROUGH it. Between technical disasters, cursed Brawl for All chaos, Vince McMahon being insufferable, and at least three moments that made us question reality… this Raw was a ride.  This week: 💥 Undertaker demands a title shot immediately 💥 Stone Cold remains the king of choosing violence 💥 Ken Shamrock screams from the depths of his soul 💥 Terry Funk continues to treat his body like it owes him money 💥 Edge keeps lurking like a strange little gargoyle 💥 Vince creates chaos because apparently that’s his love language And then… THAT ending. A twist we genuinely did not see coming that turned this entire episode on its head. Some of this was messy. Some of it was bizarre. Some of it aged… deeply poorly. But when Attitude Era Raw delivers chaos with a killer payoff? It absolutely works. 🎙 New to Wrestling is the podcast where a longtime fan and a newer fan experience wrestling history together—one completely unhinged episode at a time. Watch/listen now at newtowrestling.com The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

    48 min

  4. May 14

    Stone Cold Wanted His Revenge IMMEDIATELY | Raw Is War Fallout After King of the Ring 1998

    How do you follow King of the Ring 1998? Apparently… with absolute chaos. This week, we’re diving into the fallout episode of Raw Is War after one of the most infamous nights in wrestling history—and somehow, the energy is immediately unhinged. Stone Cold Steve Austin is NOT interested in letting Kane enjoy his new championship moment for even a full business day and demands his rematch immediately. Honestly? Respect. Elsewhere:  🔥 Vince McMahon throws himself a full championship coronation party  🔥 Kane’s “I’m better than my brother” era begins  🔥 Undertaker continues being terrifying but somehow emotionally complicated?  🔥 Ken Shamrock, Owen Hart, and Triple H put on an absolute banger  🔥 The Brawl for All begins…and we immediately have questions  🔥 Edge continues his weird little gargoyle phase  🔥 Val Venis remains deeply committed to being… Val Venis And somehow, after all that? Stone Cold gets his title back in under 24 hours. This episode is messy. Weird. Surprisingly great in spots. And exactly the kind of post-pay-per-view nonsense that makes Attitude Era Raw such a blast to revisit. If you like:  ✔ wrestling chaos  ✔ instant revenge  ✔ family trauma presented as storyline entertainment  ✔ Kelsey’s ongoing hatred of Paul Bearer …this one’s for you. 🎙 New to Wrestling is the podcast where one lifelong fan and one newer fan experience wrestling history together—equal parts analysis, emotional damage, and absolute nonsense. Listen/watch now at newtowrestling.com The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

    53 min

  5. May 7

    King of the Ring 1998 Review | Undertaker vs Mankind Hell in a Cell & Kane Wins the Title

    Viewer discretion is advised… seriously. This week, we finally made it to King of the Ring 1998 — and somehow, it still exceeded the hype.  From top to bottom, this might be the most chaotic, intense, and unforgettable pay-per-view we’ve watched yet. We get:  A surprisingly strong King of the Ring tournament (with a HUGE final payoff)  The Rock and Ken Shamrock leveling up in real time  Peak Attitude Era chaos across the entire card  And a main event that completely changes everything But let’s be real… This episode is defined by one match. Undertaker vs Mankind — Hell in a Cell. We’re talking:  Mankind getting thrown off the top of the cell  Then somehow getting back up  Then going THROUGH the cage  Thumbtacks. Blood. Absolute insanity  And a moment that genuinely had us questioning what we were watching This isn’t just a match.  It’s a moment that changed wrestling forever. And somehow… they still had to follow it. Because in the main event:  Stone Cold fights Kane in a brutal First Blood Match  Chaos erupts (again)  And Kane walks out as WWF Champion for the first time We’re still processing all of it. This is Attitude Era wrestling at its most unhinged — and we break it all down in real time, reactions and all. 🍼 Community Reminder: We’re also in the final days of our diaper, formula, and baby essentials drive 💜 We’re collecting:  Diapers  Formula  Gently used baby clothes  Feminine hygiene products All donations go to Oasis – A Haven for Women and Children in Paterson, NJ. 📍 Drop-off: DollyMoo, Montclair, NJ If you’re local, anything helps — thank you so much to everyone who’s already contributed. 🌐 More from New to Wrestling 👉 newtowrestling.com The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

    1h 13m

  6. May 1

    From Ringside to Real Talk: Crit on Bray Wyatt Legacy, WWE Frustrations & Why the Indies Aren’t Dead

    What happens when you put one of the most outspoken voices in indie wrestling in the same room as New to Wrestling? You get honest takes, deep dives, and zero filter. In this episode, we sit down with Crit (Ringside Chat)—a true boots-on-the-ground voice in the wrestling world—to talk about everything from the state of independent wrestling to the frustrations with WWE’s current direction, and why storytelling still matters more than ever. We get into: Why the indies aren’t dying—they’re evolvingThe real impact of social media and virality on wrestling careersWWE’s biggest issues right now—from booking to pricing to prioritiesThe importance of characters, creativity, and connection in wrestlingAnd a powerful reflection on Bray Wyatt’s legacy and why he still resonates Plus, Crit brings the energy with bold opinions, wild fantasy booking, and a perspective that comes from actually being ringside, watching it all unfold in real time This one is for: The fans who care about the why behind wrestlingThe ones frustrated with where things areAnd anyone trying to understand where wrestling is going next 🎙 Whether you’re new to wrestling or a lifelong fan—this is the kind of conversation that makes you see it differently. The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

    1h 36m

  7. Apr 16

    Raw Is War June 22, 1998 Review | Kane Covers Stone Cold in Blood Before King of the Ring

    Viewer discretion is advised — because this Raw is WAR. This week, we’re breaking down the June 22, 1998 episode of Raw Is War, the final stop before King of the Ring… and somehow, things get even more unhinged.  This is a full-on go-home show — and it delivers: Vince McMahon introduces a First Blood Match between Kane and Stone Cold (because why not stack the odds even more?)Undertaker takes things way too far… tracking Paul Bearer down at home and absolutely destroying himKane promises to set himself on fire if he loses (???)Mankind is out here cutting Civil War promos inside Hell in a CellDX vs Nation continues to escalate into full chaosAnd Edge officially debuts… in the most chaotic way possibleBut the moment that defines the episode? Stone Cold accepts Kane’s challenge…  Kane raises his arms… …and absolutely drenches Austin in blood. No warning. No build. Just pure Attitude Era insanity. This is how you sell a pay-per-view. 🍼 Diaper Drive Reminder: We’re also currently running a diaper, formula, and baby essentials drive through Mother’s Day 💜 We’re collecting: DiapersFormulaGently used baby clothesFeminine hygiene productsAll donations will go to Oasis – A Haven for Women and Children in Paterson, NJ, supporting moms and families who need it most. 📍 Drop-off locations: DollyMoo (Montclair, NJ)Yoga Mechanics (Montclair, NJ)If you’re local and able to help — it truly makes a difference. 🌐 More from New to Wrestling:  Full episodes, clips, and everything we’re building:  👉 newtowrestling.com The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

    1h 9m

  8. Apr 9

    Raw Is War June 15, 1998 Review | Undertaker Destroys Paul Bearer & Hell in a Cell Chaos

    Viewer discretion is advised — because this Raw is WAR. This week, we’re breaking down the June 15, 1998 episode of Raw Is War, and things officially spiral as we barrel toward King of the Ring.  From the jump, the chaos is undeniable: Vince McMahon continues his all-time gaslighting runUndertaker refuses to be manipulated… and makes someone pay for itKane and Mankind stack chaos on top of chaos (and somehow become #1 contenders again)DX and The Nation push their rivalry deeper into full-blown gang warfareAnd the night ends with Stone Cold and Kane fighting on top of the Hell in a CellBut the real moment? Undertaker locking himself inside the cell… with Paul Bearer. And absolutely unleashing. This episode is peak Attitude Era energy — messy, violent, hilarious, and somehow still moving every storyline forward at full speed. The road to King of the Ring isn’t just heating up… It’s boiling over. 🍼 Diaper Drive Announcement: We’re also proud to announce our next community initiative: We’re hosting a diaper, formula, and gently used baby clothes drive now through Mother’s Day to support families in need. All donations will go to Oasis - A Haven for Women and Children, an incredible organization providing essential resources and support for women and children in Paterson, NJ. Drop-off location:  📍 Dolly Moo – 217 Glenridge Ave, Montclair, NJ We’ll also be sharing additional drop-off locations soon. The wrestling community showed up BIG for our last drive — let’s do it again. 🌐 More from New to Wrestling - For full episodes, clips, and everything we’re building: 👉 newtowrestling.com 🧘 Restorative for Wrestlers: We’re also continuing to build out something special: Restorative for Wrestlers — a free restorative yoga program designed specifically for wrestlers to recover, reset, and take care of their bodies. We’re currently finalizing details (looking like Fridays 👀), and it will be completely free for wrestlers. Because what you put your body through deserves real recovery. The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

    1h 19m
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Lifelong wrestling fan takes his best friend through, the joys, the action, and all the drama that is professional wrestling! Starting with The Attitude Era and Beyond! 

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  • Creator
    New to Wrestling Podcast
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    174
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 New to Wrestling Podcast
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    New to Wrestling Podcast