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The Leo Burke East Coast Memorial Cup Tournament pre-show featured exclusive interviews with promoter Dave Boyce, Travis Cormier (son of Leo Burke), "The Showcase" Ethan Knight, Jonathan Cross, "The King of the Maritimes" J.P. Simms, "Wildman" Gary Williams, "No Class" Bobby Bass, Buddy Lane, "Pretty Boy" Chuck Simms, and "Kowboy" Mike Hughes.

Throughout these conversations, one thing became clear: the lasting impact of legendary wrestler Léonce "Leo Burke" Cormier. From unforgettable memories and behind-the-scenes stories to heartfelt reflections and admiration, each guest shared their own connection to a man whose influence on Maritime wrestling continues to be felt today. The tournament wasn't just a competition, it was a celebration of the life, legacy, and love surrounding one of the greatest figures ever to step into a wrestling ring.

On this week's episode, Jason is away attending the Tri-City Tide's end-of-season event, so stepping in as a special guest co-host is Dave Arthur. No stranger to the podcast, Dave joins the other musketeers as they break down all the action from CCW, New Breed Wrestling, and the Leo Burke East Coast Memorial Cup Tournament.

With Jason, Cory, Corey, and Dave all in attendance at the tournament, the crew shares their firsthand experiences and dives deep into the matches, moments, surprises, and stories that made the event so memorable. From tournament highlights to behind-the-scenes insights, they'll cover everything you need to know from a huge weekend of Maritime wrestling.

Marc The Mark sits down with Evan Wulf, a longtime manager who is about to step into the ring for the very first time. On June 20, 2026, at New Breed Wrestling, Wulf will make his in-ring debut against Andre Myette in a brutal Street Fight. Marc gets the inside story on how a career spent managing led to this unexpected and explosive turn of events.

A quick episode this week, but we still find time to get some banter in, recap 3 shows and preview one show this weekend!

On Episode 65, the boys break down all the action from multiple shows last weekend, sharing their thoughts, standout moments, and everything that had people talking. They also look ahead to a stacked weekend with previews and what fans can expect from three upcoming shows on the horizon.

On episode 64, 3 of the 4 stooges recap all the action from last weekend at Red Rock Wrestling, North Pro Canadian Wrestling and IPW Wrestling and preview 7 big shows this upcoming weekend. 

Tune In, enjoy, give us a like, subscribe, comment, you know... all the fun stuff.

And as always, thanks for all the support!!

Episode 63 of The Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast goes a little off the rails as Corey “Sugar Knee” Vautour is sick and out of action, leaving the other 3 musketeers to run the show unsupervised.

This week, we talk Wesley Pipes getting a TNA tryout in Syracuse, NY, the cancellation of the Real Savage show this past weekend, recap shows from PWU and United Wrestling, and preview a packed upcoming weekend with North Pro, RRW, and IPW’s Island Rumble.

All that and plenty of nonsense on Episode 63!

On Episode 62, we recap IHW in Amherst, North Pro in Dartmouth and Loganmania 4 at the LCLC in Bridgewater, NS. 

And the upcoming shows for Pro Wrestling Unleashed, & Real Savage Pro Wrestling.

We sat down with Florida superstar, "The Trillmonger", Mr. A1 since Day 1", Sage Scott. He will be performing for IPW on May 16th in Charlottetown, PEI. 

Episode 61 of the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast dives into a massive weekend across the Maritimes, breaking down all the action from NBWA’s Mayhem in Minto 5, CCW’s Clash 44, CGPW’s wild FAFO event, SOW’s April Reign, ECPW’s Coal Town Carnage, and IHW’s Step Up! show. 

From championship defenses by Rick Owens, Ace Dynasty, Alex Robins, and Moondog Dylan Davis, to chaotic finishes, double DQs, and brutal weapon-filled battles, especially Matt Bullen’s destructive open challenge, this episode covers it all. 

Plus, we preview a huge weekend ahead with North Pro’s Unfinished Business in Friday May 1st and the stacked, all-titles-on-the-line Loganmania 4 show on May 2nd, in Bridgewater, NS.

We sat down with his Bob McNeary, Logan’s father, alongside Justin Newhook and Matt Connors (Sabotage), co-owners of North Pro Canadian Wrestling, ahead of Loganmania 4 on Saturday, May 2nd at the Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre.   Bob shares who Logan was, the impact he had, and how his life inspired the creation of Loganmania and Logan’s Legacy League. He also discusses why wrestling became the heart of their annual fundraiser and what the partnership with North Pro means to him. Newhook and Connors explain why being part of Loganmania matters to them and what fans can expect from this year’s event, including an exclusive reveal of the Loganmania 4 main event competitors.   Legacy isn’t something that fades with time, it’s something you choose to carry forward. Through community support, shared stories, and meaningful events like Loganmania 4, Logan’s spirit continues to bring people together and remind us of the power we have when we stand side by side.

This week's episode covers Lutte Prestige Wrestling from last weekend and we preview 6 big shows coming this weekend with IHW Wrestling, New Brunswick Professional Wrestling Association, East Coast Pro Wrestling - ECPW, Capital City Wrestling, CGPW Wrestling & Superstars Of Wrestling...

Tonight on Episode 59 we recap 3 shows from last weekend, IHW Wrestling in Miramichi, UCW Pro Wrestling and Real Action Wrestling. Plus we talk about the Lutte Prestige Wrestling show coming up this weekend! So tune in, like, subscribe, comment and buy a shirt!

On Episode 58, the four amigos are back and breaking it all down, recapping three big shows from Red Rock Wrestling, Kaizen Pro Wrestling, and IPW Wrestling! Corey and Marc The Mark share their experience stepping behind the mic as first-time commentators, and we gear up for an exciting weekend with previews of upcoming shows from IHW Wrestling, Real Action Wrestling, and UCW Pro Wrestling. There’s a ton packed into this episode, you won’t want to miss it. Tune in, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share!

With no shows to recap this week, and Jason and Cory away this week, the other to guys switch things up with a Marc Side of the Ring deep dive into the 2025 IPW Take Over Fatal 4 Way featuring Kayden, Dominic Warrior, Ryan Schimmel, and “The One” Spike Estey.

We also run through everything you need to know for a HUGE Easter weekend of wrestling across the Maritimes, including Red Rock Wrestling, Kaizen Pro Wrestling, and IPW.

For all the breakdowns, predictions, and inside talk… you’ll have to tune in, and as always, we want to remind you to support local wrestling and enjoy the incredible talent right here in the Maritimes.

Wishing all our listeners a safe and Happy Easter weekend.

This week on Episode 56 we recap 5 big show in Capital City Wrestling, Real Savage Pro Wrestling, Superstars of Wrestling and 2 shows with DBCW.

We are aware there are a few minor sound glitches throughout the episode. We didn't hear the technical issues during the taping. We apology for any inconvenience.

"Bad" Thad Howett had things to say... we gave him the platform.. Listen up or face the consequences!!

On Episode #55 - 3 of the 4 Amigos talk about 4 big show recaps, talk about 5 big shows coming up next weekend. Cody Deaner was at IHW for 2 shoes last weekend and The Maritime Warrior talks why he is compared to a cross between Jim Neidhart and Scary Sherry!! There's all kinds of banter and more!

The wait is over.

In this exclusive Interview Series conversation, we sit down with Maritime wrestling legend and world-traveled veteran “Kowboy” Mike Hughes to talk about his incredible journey through professional wrestling.

From his early days training in Emile Duprée’s Grand Prix Wrestling, to helping build Real Action Wrestling, to competing around the world in places like Puerto Rico, Germany, Japan, and the United Kingdom, Kowboy shares stories from a career that has taken him across the global wrestling scene.

We also discuss stepping into a WWE ring, the legacy he built in Maritime wrestling, Bobby Roode, The Kardinal Sinners, the launch of Red Rock Wrestling, and his vision for helping shape the next generation of wrestlers while continuing to give back to his community.

This is a must-listen interview with one of the most recognizable names ever to come out of the Maritimes.

On Episode 54 we recap the shows from this past weekend for Kaizen Pro Wrestling, United Wrestling and North Pro. And announce the shows coming up this weekend, 2 shows for IHW Wrestling in Miramichi and Moncton, AWA in Potolek, NS and UCW Pro Wrestling in Spryfield, NS. Plus there's lots of banter, laughs & we talk briefly about the big interview with "Kowboy" Mike Hughes dropping at 9pm... You don't wanna miss it!!

Season 2 kicks off as we dive back into everything happening across the Maritime wrestling scene. We start the episode by congratulating Demolition on their induction into the WWE Hall of Fame, including “Ax” Bill Eadie, who has a unique connection to Maritime wrestling history as part of The Mongols, a team that once captured tag team gold right here in the region.

We also spotlight a huge opportunity for one of our own as Justin Newhook makes his Power Slap debut this Friday, March 6 in Las Vegas, competing in the 265 lb Heavyweight Division against Zeke Taylor from Seattle.

From there we break down two stacked shows from February 28th, including SOW Live at TD Station in Saint John, where Dick Durning defeated Chris Masters to retain the SOW Heavyweight Championship, and Wesley Pipes battled Rhyno for the AIWF Canadian Heavyweight Championship.

We also recap IPW’s Final Frost at PEI Brewing Co., featuring a wild Dog Collar Match between Spike Estey and Matt Chevron, Giant Orion defending the Heavyweight Championship against Jason Boa, Chantal defeating Ronnie Payne in a brutal 30-Minute Iron Woman Match, and plenty more, including the post-intermission attack on Sebby by Daniel Wall.

Finally, we preview a packed weekend of Maritime wrestling on March 7th, with major cards from North Pro Wrestling in Moncton, Kaizen Pro Wrestling in Dartmouth, and United Wrestling in Kentville, including multiple championship matches and some huge showdowns across the region.

Episode 52 of the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast recaps a chaotic February 21st across the Maritimes!

At SOW’s Winter Warfare in Sussex, Fantana improves to 3-0 over Rudy Lockhart, Alex Robins tags himself in to steal the win from Draice Durning (is a feud brewing?), and Dick Durning escapes Wesley Pipes in a rope-assisted, tights-grabbing main event controversy.

At CCW’s Eviction, Vanna Black retains the NBWA Women’s Championship, Hunter Sampson retains the NBWA River Valley Title, Ace Dynasty remain tag champs, and Rick Owens retains the NBWA Heavyweight Championship after a hard-fought draw with Kerry Killem.

Plus, we preview February 28th: Hockey & Wrestling at TD Station, Durning vs. Chris Masters, Pipes vs. Rhyno, and IPW’s Final Frost featuring a Dog Collar Match, a 30-Minute Iron Women’s Match, and more.

Drama, titles, and tension—Episode 52 is packed.

Episode 51 was high-jacked by the Port City's Finest Kayden. He showed up to run his mouth and spew his typical garbage. When we were able to finally regain control, we talked about the 2 upcoming shows this week for Superstars Of Wrestling and Capital City Wrestling.. Stay tuned next week as we announce our 1 year anniversary interview guest!

On Episode 50 of the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast, we sat down with “The Big Picture” Chris Cooke to relive what would become the final match of his in-ring career, his showdown with Chip Chambers at DBCW Super Card 4 in Springhill, NS, in July 2025.

We watch the match alongside Chris as he breaks down his mindset in real time, sharing what he was thinking and feeling throughout the bout. Afterward, we dive into the injury that ultimately ended his career and have an honest conversation about what’s next for him beyond the ring.

It's one thing to listen to the episode, but if you wanna watch the match and see Chris' reactions, tune in the episode on our YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMaritimeWarrior

We recently sat down with Richie Acevedo, son of legendary wrestler The Cuban Assassin. A standout performer in his own right, known as The Cuban Commando and The Cuban Assassin #2. Richie is also an accomplished actor, director, and film producer. Join us as he shares his stories, memories, and everything in between.

Welcome to Episode 49 where we talk about all 7 Maritime Cup events through out the years, and welcome back The Magic Man, Jason Caissie. Also we wanna give a big thank you to Ronnie Payne for the intro this week. It's much appreciated!!

Episode 48 of the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast recaps a huge weekend of wrestling across the Maritimes, covering three promotions, three cities, and a whole lot of gold on the line.

We kick things off in Nova Scotia with UCW’s Blizzard Bash from the Spryfield Lions Rink. We break down the UCW Tag Team Championship showdown between the Hollywood Heathens and the N.W.O., Rudy Lockhart defending the Atlantic Canadian Championship against Anthony “Duce” Harlem, and Chip Chambers putting the UCW Heavyweight Championship on the line against J.P. Simms, along with a stacked card featuring talent from across the region.

From there, we head to New Brunswick for CCW’s Clash 41: New Year’s Clash at the Capital Exhibit Center in Fredericton. We recap the Fatal Four Way to determine the #1 contender for the NBWA River Valley Championship, multiple women’s division matchups, the chaotic NBWA Tag Team Championship Ladder Match between Crued Oil and Ace Dynasty, and the NBWA Heavyweight Championship main event featuring Rugged Rick Owens and Zane Valentine.

We close out the episode in Moncton, NB with North Pro’s Kickstart My Heart at Tide & Boar. From the VIP opener featuring The Mauler James Manning and Oni Bjornsson, to championship bouts for the PWO Trios, Northern Star, and North Pro titles, this show rounded out an incredibly busy weekend.

Three shows. One massive weekend. Episode 48 breaks it all down... Maritime wrestling style.

Tonight of Episode 47 of the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast, we kick things off on the Maritime side of the ring with a breakdown of the brutal 2018 UCW War Games Match, wear Sabotage turns their backs on their teammates and walk out. It's a great match you should check out on Maddison Miles' YouTube Channel.

From there, we preview a massive wrestling weekend, including North Pro’s Kickstart My Heart at Tide & Boar on Friday night, UCW’s Blizzard Bash in Spryfield, and CCW’s Clash 41: New Years Clash at the Capital Exhibit Center, highlighting key matchups, championship bouts, and the talent set to take center stage across all three promotions.

To wrap up the episode, we welcome special guest Connor Koch, host of The State of Maritime Wrestling Podcast, for a roundtable 2026 Maritime Wrestling Predictions discussion. Everyone makes their picks on how the year will shape up, from title changes and big moments in the coming season. 

This podcast works because people out there care enough to hit play every week. You could be listening to anything, but, you chose us, and that matters. Thank you.

BUCKLE UP, because this interview goes off the rails in the best way possible.

Jason, Corey, and Marc sit down with “The Alberta Clipper” Chevron for a conversation that starts with wrestling, violence, and grudges… and ends up everywhere else.

First wWe talk about Chevron’s very clear and very loud hatred for Spike Estey and break down his two massive upcoming matches, and get into what’s on the line. From Crued Oil vs Ace Dynasty in CCW’s first-ever Ladder Match for the NBWA Tag Team Championships on January 24th, to a violent, personal Dog Collar Match against Spike Estey happening at IPW’s Final Frost on February 28th, Chevron has a lot to say, and none of it is boring.

Then things take a turn.

Corey and Jason wisely exit the conversation, leaving Chevron and Marc to tumble headfirst down a rabbit hole of questionable scientific “facts” involving Red Dye 40, Ketchup & Mustard, the Gregorian and Belledunian calendars, Bigfoot, and just about everything else you never expected to hear on a wrestling podcast.

Chaos. Confusion. Conspiracies. Trust us, you do not want to miss this one.

This week's Episode #46 of the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast is our shortest episode yet, but there’s still plenty to cover. With no upcoming shows this weekend, we recap the two events that took place on January 10th.

First up is Kaizen Pro Wrestling’s Battle Royale from Alderney Landing in Dartmouth, NS. We break down Sebby’s huge night, winning both his singles match and the Battle Royale to become the new #1 contender, only to be laid out by the new Kaizen Stable "New Revolution" after the match. We also cover Sidney Sweetie’s scramble win, Covey Christ’s DQ victory after Joey White’s interference, and more.

Then we move to Superstars of Wrestling’s Bound in Chains, recapping both rounds of the SOW Cruiserweight Championship Tournament and how Fantana and Alex Robins advanced to a future title match. We also discuss the Dog Collar Match that crowned Dick Durning as the new SOW Heavyweight Champion.

The episode may be short, but we’re not done. Tune in at 9pm for our interview with “The Alberta Clipper” Chevron, where he talks about his dislike of "The One" Spike Estey, previews two major upcoming matches, Crued Oil vs Ace Dynasty in CCW's first ever Ladder Match for the NBWA Tag Team Championships on January 24th and a one-on-one Dog Collar Match against Spike at IPW's Final Frost on February 28th. Then Chevron heads down a rabbit hole with Marc you won’t want to miss. Thanks to everyone for supporting the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast.

With no shows to recap this week on Episode 45, we take the opportunity to sit down for a relaxed and wide-ranging conversation with Dave Boyce.   We talk about his favorite moments of 2025, what he’s looking forward to in 2026, and how he’s beginning to wind down his in-ring career in Maritime Wrestling. Dave also opens up about other projects he has on the go, making for a fun, honest, and insightful discussion that we think listeners will enjoy just as much as we did.   After our conversation with Dave, we shift gears and preview two big shows happening this weekend. First, we break down Kaizen Pro Wrestling: Battle Royale on January 10th at Alderney Landing in Dartmouth, featuring a stacked Battle Royale to crown the #1 contender for the Kaizen Championship, along with key singles, tag team, and multi-person matchups.   We then preview Superstars Of Wrestling: Bound in Chains on January 10th in Saint John, which features the opening round of the SOW Cruiserweight Championship Tournament and a brutal Dog Collar Match for the SOW Heavyweight Championship between Dick Durning and Wesley Pipes.

The Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast wraps up 2025 with our first annual “Year That Was” episode.   In Episode 44, we look back at a historic year for Maritime wrestling, featuring 143 shows across 20 promotions throughout the region.   We recap the biggest returns and debuts, including Shane-O, Dale Dangles, Zatara, Matt Kerr, Draice Durning, Alex Robins, Evan Gibbons, and more. We break down the year’s most talked-about storylines and feuds, highlighted by Ethan Knight vs Rudy Lockhart, Ace Dynasty vs Crude Oil, Chip Chambers vs Kris Charters, and Perfect Storm vs The Hateful Dead.   The episode also covers some of the biggest moments of 2025, including Chris Cooke’s retirement, CCW drawing over 1,500 fans at Clash 36, key injuries that shaped the year and more.   We spotlight standout performances and breakout years, North Pro's major talent partnership with PWO, Maritime wrestlers making waves outside the Maritime region, and a full year-end championship recap, including multiple-title holders like Rudy Lockhart, Chip Chambers, Joey White, Giant Orion, and more.   To close it out, we reveal our Personal Favorites of the Year, including Male and Female Wrestler of the Year, Tag Team of the Year, and Match of the Year.   This journey couldn’t happen without the support of the talent, promotions, and fans who’ve welcomed us and allowed us to play a very small part in the Maritime wrestling scene. We truly couldn’t do what we do without the support, collaborations, and friendships we’ve made along the way this past year. We can’t wait to see what 2026 has in store for Maritime wrestling, but rest assured, we’ll be here to talk about it. Thanks again, and Happy New Year!

For Episode 43, we send a special (and slightly mischievous) thank you to The Grinch for providing this week’s intro as we dive headfirst into a stacked holiday episode packed with recaps of the last 3 shows of 2025!   Kicking things off with CCW Clash 40: Christmas Clash from Fredericton. With over 500 fans in attendance, the night saw major title changes, including Vanna Black capturing the NBWA Women’s Championship and Rick Owens becoming the new NBWA Heavyweight Champion. We also break down standout performances, a hard-fought time-limit draw, and a chaotic six-man tag ending in disqualification.   Next, we head to IPW Snow Mercy from Charlottetown, streamed live on YouTube. The card delivered brutality and drama, highlighted by Giant Orion retaining the IPW Heavyweight Championship in a grueling 2 out of 3 Falls match against Wesley Pipes. From a vicious unsanctioned street fight to a drywall match with shocking eliminations, and Teejay Miguel being taken out in a body bag, this show gave us plenty to talk about. We also discuss Kayden’s “MY TIME” interview segment with Ryan Dennim and the no contest ending in the women’s division.   We wrap up the recaps with North Pro: Broken Horizons from Moncton, where history was made as Rudy Lockhart dethroned Giant Orion to become the first person to win the North Pro Champion twice. We also highlight impressive early-career performances, including notable outings from Alex Robins and Evan Gibbons, as well as Dawson James' Norther Star Championship defense and hard-hitting tag team action.   These three events officially close the book on Maritime Wrestling in 2025, a year that saw 143 total shows across the region. What a year it’s been. Join us as we celebrate the chaos, the champions, and the moments that defined the final weekend of an unforgettable year in Maritime Wrestling!!

Big thanks to Maritime Wrestling Superfan and The State Of Maritime Wrestling Podcast host, Connor Koch, for providing the intro to this week’s episode.   With no shows to recap, we take some time to set the table for the final stretch of 2025. We outline what’s coming in our last two episodes of the year, including the Dec. 24th recap-heavy episode next week, and our Dec. 31st year-in-review spectacular, where we’ll break down the biggest feuds and storylines of 2025, run through every champion heading into 2026, and give our personal picks for Male, Female, Tag Team, and Match of the Year.   This week’s main focus is a deep dive into the final three shows of 2025, happening Thursday, Dec. 18th and Saturday, Dec. 20th.   We preview North Pro Canadian Wrestling: Broken Horizons in Moncton, featuring championship bouts like Giant Orion vs Rudy Lockhart for the North Pro Championship and Dawson James vs Alex Robins for the Northern Star Championship.   We also break down IPW Wrestling: Snow Mercy in Charlottetown, highlighted by a 2 out of 3 Falls IPW Heavyweight Title match between Giant Orion and Wesley Pipes, plus the debut of Kayden’s “My Time” interview segment.   Rounding out the weekend is Capital City Wrestling Clash 40: Christmas Clash in Fredericton, with the NBWA Heavyweight Championship on the line between the champion Nick Strong and the challenger Rugged Rick Owens, a couple CCW debuts with Chezenko and Ólafur Hanson, and the in-ring return of Salem Wilder!   We close this week's episode with a special Marc Side of the Ring segment, revisiting the first-ever UCW Pro Wrestling Heavyweight Championship match from May 7th, 2009... Titus vs "The Big Picture" Chris Cooke. What starts as a match breakdown evolves into an in-depth conversation about the careers of two Maritime Wrestling standouts, with a special focus on the newly retired Chris Cooke, his legacy, and how both he and Titus learned to master their craft over the years.

We sat down with one of the most exciting talents on the International indie wrestling scene. He is the Real & Raw, International Draw. He is August Artois.   Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, by way of Florida, August didn’t follow the traditional path into wrestling, he started his career later than most, but quickly made up for lost time with his relentless drive, unique style and no mercy attitude.   August has traveled far and wide, competing across the United States, the United Kingdom, Puerto Rico, Thailand, and most recently here in Canada for IPW wrestling. Along the way, he’s earned multiple championships. He is currently the longest-reigning FIP - Full Impact Pro Wrestling Heavyweight Champion in the promotion’s history, when we sat down with him, he had been holding the prestigious title for 704 days and counting. A championship once carried by the likes of Rich Swann, Austin Theory, Bryan Danielson, Jon Moxley and Seth Rollins. He's also England's Target Wrestling Championship for the last 242 days and counting.   Beyond the ring, August has shared his insights with fans through his own podcast, "Real & Raw with August Artois", as well as co-hosting "Wridiculous" with That Wrestling Dood Wiso, and he’s also extended his passion for wrestling through seminars and training opportunities worldwide.   We dove into his journey from fan to international star, his championship reigns, memorable moments on the road, a killer story from his time in Puerto Rico and what’s next for him in 2026.   From a brutal bull rope match against Brian Brock to a blood bath match vs Savio Vega to representing indie wrestling worldwide, August Artois is truly making his mark and we can’t wait for you to hear his story, Real & Raw.

Episode 41 of The Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast kicks off with a big thank-you to Referee Alex Scott for this week’s intro before we break down a massive weekend of action across the Maritimes.   Over in PEI, we recap Red Rock Wrestling’s End of Year event, highlighting the Heavyweight Championship tournament bouts, Rudy Lockhart’s TLC title defense in a match-of-the-year contender, and Hollywood Cole making a bold statement for 2026.   We recap ECPW’s 12 Slams of Xmas in New Waterford, covering everything from Ricky Mortis’ win over Dawson James and a wild post-match brawl between Bobby Boyette and Thad Howett, to Vanessa Kraven and Justin Newhook both retaining their championships. We dig into the chaos surrounding Jonathan Cross’ heated promo and his no-contest fight with Ryan Schimmel that spiraled into a multi-man brawl, followed by Moondog Dylan Davis retaining the Heavyweight title before a surprise appearance by “Old Saint Newhook” sent the crowd home buzzing.   Then we wrap up UCW's season finale in Spryfield, featuring wins by Maddison Miles, the Hollywood Heathens, Rudy Lockhart, Jonathan Cross taking the Fans Bring the Weapons Battle Royal, and Rhyno closing out the night.   With no shows scheduled for next weekend, we finish the episode by answering Tyler MacLeod from Kamloops, BC, who asks whether hosting this podcast has changed the way we watch wrestling.

Episode 40 of The Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast kicks off with a big thank-you to Shane-O for this week’s intro video before we dive into a full recap of IHW Wrestling’s Season Finale show, Hostility, in Riverview. With all four of us in attendance, we break down every major moment, from the Megapass clash where Hunter Sampson defeated Logan Green, leading to LG finally ditching the mask, to Ronnie Payne successfully retaining the Women’s Championship over Stormie Hale.   The main card delivered in a big way, starting with Shane-O teaming with Cody Deaner for a strong win over A.W.O.L., followed by several major announcements from General Manager Rémi Petit: IHW Tag Team Championships are coming in 2026, and the promotion will officially return to Moncton at École Odyssée in March of that year. We also talk through the emotional Legacy Award presentations to Titus, Raphael (son of the late Serge Doucet), and an absolutely stunned Julien Young.   From there, we cover the rest of the night’s action, including Bobby Boyette’s triple-threat victory, Fantana retaining the Honour Championship, Perfect Storm’s No Holds Barred win, Kirk Aubé closing the book on Boyce’s IHW career, and Chip Chambers capturing the IHW Heavyweight Championship.   We then look ahead to a huge weekend across the Maritimes with East Coast Pro Wrestling’s 12 Slams of Xmas, Red Rock Wrestling’s end of year eight man tournament, and UCW Pro Wrestling’s season finale featuring a Fans Bring the Weapons Battle Rumble.   Finally, we wrap things up by answering Lucas from Moncton’s question and unveiling our Mount Rushmore picks for WWE and Maritime Wrestling entrance themes.

We want to kick off Episode 39 of The Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast by thanking Stormie Hale for putting together this week’s intro video.   From there, we roll into a big congratulations to the Highlight Heathens(Hollywood Cole, Ethan Knight, and Chip Chambers) on capturing the Pro Wrestling Ontario's Trios Championships on Saturday in Hamilton, and for making the trip to Gatineau the very next night for Mystery Wrestling. Shoutout as well to Justin Newhook and Rudy Lockhart for representing the Maritimes at PWO.   This episode breaks down a packed weekend across the region, including Superstars Of Wrestling: Redemption in Saint John, where Dick Durning, Giant Orion, Mayafa, Draice Durning, and debuting Brenda Pipes all picked up wins, and Wesley Pipes retained the SOW & AIWF Championship in a wild double fall that GM Gary Daniels ultimately ruled in his favour.   Over in Truro, New Breed Wrestling’s Main Event Mania 4 delivered big with victories from Benoit Gravel, The Rodeo Rockstars, Bobby Boyette, Sebby, Olafur Hanson, and the main-event duo of Myette & Chezenko.   We also preview IHW Wrestling’s Season Finale on November 28th, a loaded card featuring multiple title matches, the No Holds Barred showdown between Perfect Storm and The Hateful Dead, appearances from TNA Superstar Cody Deaner and the top Maritime names as well as the presentation of the IHW Wrestling Legacy Award to Titus and the late Serge Doucet.   We close out the episode by answering listener questions from Brazil and Alberta about what the wrestling world can learn from the Maritimes and the long-term vision for the podcast within the scene.

We are back with another segment in our Interview Series on The Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast, and this time we’re sitting down once again with Dave Arthur, grandson of ESA’s International Wrestling promoter Al Zinck. In our second conversation together, Marc the Mark follows up on new questions that emerged after our first interview as we dive deeper into the history of Maritime wrestling, including the 1984 rebirth of International Wrestling and the direction the promotion was headed.   We also discuss the legacy and unrealized potential of Freddie Sweetan, imagining what his career could have become had he not tragically passed away at just 36. Be sure to stick around to the end of the interview, where we feature rare memorabilia and newspaper articles from International Wrestling, pause the video and take in the incredible history.   For even more artifacts and photos, check out Dave’s Instagram: @internationalwrestling_hfx.

In Episode 38 of The Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast, we wanna kick things off by thanking Chezenko for the intro video before diving into a heartfelt and high-energy recap of United Wrestling’s Cassidy’s Fight in Cambridge, NS. The night delivered plenty of drama, including big wins from Ryan Dennim, Sidewalk Sam, and Ryan Riggs, a last-minute substitution by Rodney Bruhm, and a chaotic “Battle of the Generations” that spiraled into an impromptu tag match after interference. The main event saw Thad Howett defeat Robbie MacAllister to become the new Annapolis Valley Champion. Most importantly, the Maritime wrestling community came together in a major way, raising nearly $4,600 to support Cassidy Smith and her fight against Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.   We also highlight two major upcoming shows, with Superstars Of Wrestling: Redemption in Saint John and New Breed Wrestling’s Main Event Mania 4 in Truro, packed with championship bouts, debuts, and a major announcement from Chris Cooke.   To wrap things up, we tackle three listener questions on specialty matches, in-ring storytelling, and the loudest pop we’ve ever heard at an indie show.

In Episode 37 of The Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast, we kick things off by thanking Mayafa for the intro video before diving into a wild weekend across the Maritime wrestling scene!   IHW Wrestling delivered back-to-back shows in Hampton and Miramichi, with Fantana and Kris Charters holding onto their championships and standout wins from Rugged Rick Owens, Ricky Mortis, Shane-O and The Dann Brothers.   Over in Dartmouth, Kaizen Pro Wrestling’s Whispering Madness lived up to its name as Joey White reclaimed the Kaizen Championship in controversial fashion. Plus, we preview United Wrestling’s Cassidy’s Fight benefit show in Cambridge, NS, raising funds to support 14-year-old Cassidy Smith and her family in her fight against Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.   Finally, we wrap up with this week’s listener question from Cody Gallant of Dieppe, NB: If you could go back and attend any Maritime wrestling event from the past, which one would it be, and why?

We kick off Episode 36 by thanking the new NBW Fighting Spirit Champion, Sebby, for the awesome intro video.   We start with updates on Giant Orion and Chantal, who’ve been on a whirlwind run, from the WWE ID Master Class in New Hampshire to NCG Wrestling in Ontario, now competing in Mexico until November 11th before heading to Montreal for MEW. Orion even retained the NCG World Championship in a steel cage match against Richard Holliday on November 1st!   Next, we recap Pro Wrestling Unleashed from Propeller Arcade in Halifax , the show that sold out in just 57 minutes and crowned three new champions in Joey White, Dawson James, and Rudy Lockhart, with standout performances from Ronnie Payne, Lincoln Steen, and more.   We also preview this weekend’s triple lineup: IHW’s By-Tor and The Snowdog on Friday, Harvest Brawl on Saturday, and Kaizen Pro Wrestling’s Whispering Madness in Dartmouth, featuring a #1 Contender’s Match, a Hair vs Hair Match, and a Kumite Match!   Finally, we wrap up with a look back at a 2022 classic on Marc Side of the Ring: Charlie Hubley vs Robbie MacAllister vs J.P. Simms for the PWU Championship.   (NOTE: We are aware this is a stuttering in the audio at the beginning of the episode, everything goes back to normal at the 8:30 minute mark. We apologize for any inconvenience)

This week, the team dives into another busy weekend of Maritime wrestling!   From Main Stream Wrestling’s wild 25th Anniversary Show in Dartmouth featuring a Masquerade Rumble, to New Breed Wrestling’s Brawl Hallows Eve in Truro, UCW’s All Hallow’s Eve in Spryfield, CCW’s Monster Mash in Fredericton, IHW’s action-packed Rumble in Riverview, and North Pro’s Crimson Skies in Moncton. We’ve got you covered with full show recaps, results, and standout moments and talk about the 5 new champions crowned this weekend including the new North Pro Northern Star Championship.   Plus, we wrap up the episode with a heartfelt discussion on the career of “The Big Picture” Chris Cooke, following his recent retirement due to injury, haring favorite matches, memories, and his lasting impact on Maritime wrestling.

We sat down with Chip Chambers on Thursday for a conversation his journey from a lifelong wrestling fan to one of the Maritimes’ most respected performers. Chip shares how his passion began, his early influences, the impact of training under Dick Durning, and his rise through XWA, The Frat, TCW, and his experiences wrestling outside the Maritimes.   We dive into his evolution in IHW and UCW, the creation of Kaizen Pro Wrestling, his 16-month hiatus, and his powerful return to the ring.   We reflect on his standout year so far in 2025, including title wins, major matches, and renewed motivation, while also sharing personal memories, underrated matches, and heartfelt advice for aspiring wrestlers in the Maritimes.

This week on the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast Interview Series, we sit down with “The One” Spike Estey for an inspiring and honest conversation about his journey, from overcoming three open-heart surgeries to stepping into the ring and proving it’s never too late to chase your dreams.   Spike talks about his start at River Valley Athletics Club, forming Ace Dynasty with SlicK McGricK, and the thrill of winning the NBWA Tag Team Titles. He also shares thoughts on their recent setback against Crude Oil, his intense rivalry and hatred of “The Alberta Clipper” Matt Chevron, and what fans can expect from their upcoming clash at IPW’s Terror in the Taproom.   It’s a story of heart, determination, and passion for wrestling! So tune in for our conversation with “The One” Spike Estey, only on the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast.

This week on the 34th Episode of the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast, we’re covering another loaded weekend of Maritime wrestling!   Huge shoutout to Kayden for the intro, and while he was in action at IPW Wrestling’s Terror in the Taproom, he unfortunately suffered an injury during the Triple Threat Match with Joey White and Ryan Schimmel. We’re wishing him a full and speedy recovery. The card delivered across the board, Matt Chevron got the win over Spike Estey, Giant Orion retained the IPW Championship against Logan Green, and Rugged Rick Owens held onto the PEI Championship and more. In Stewiacke, CGPW Wrestling’s Halloween Horror brought chaos in the best way possible. Kyle Kruze and Sidewalk Sam grabbed strong wins, Steve Arsenault retained his the Triple Crown Championships, and the main event 8-man tag match broke down into absolute mayhem.   Lutte Prestige Wrestling’s Brawl at Alma Hall 9 in Atholville delivered standout action all night. Matt Chevron started hot with a win over Hunter Sampson, Zane Valentine and Rick Owens racked up wins of their own, and Logan Green retained the Prestige Championship and the Main Event Rumble capped it off with Hunter Sampson outlasting the field for a major breakout moment.   Over in Pont-Lafrance, Real Savage Pro Wrestling’s Cauchemar Dans Le Ring III was pure controlled chaos. Oli Vice, Duce Harlem, and Star Child all picked up key wins, Dominic Warrior claimed the All Territory Elite Championship for a second time, and Ronnie Payne won the Women’s Title in a wild Triple Threat. The main event was bedlam seeing Thad Howett emerge as the new RSPW Heavyweight Champion in a multi-man match filled with tension and lots of action.   SMW Entertainment - DBCW’s Parkside Show in Dartmouth proved smaller venues still hit big. Ricky Mortis opened with a win, Ryan Storm defeated Damien Spade with special guest referee Greaser James Carr, and Jonathan Cross retained the Parkside Pub Champion. Maddison Miles swept Lincoln Steen 2–0 in a 2-out-of-3 Falls Match, and Chip Chambers retained the Maritime Heavyweight Title in another stand out match this time against Ian Pratt.   We also look ahead to a loaded weekend with IHW Wrestling, New Breed Wrestling, Capital City Wrestling, UCW Pro Wrestling and North Pro Canadian Wrestling all on deck, and we wrap things up by tackling a listener question from Dublin, Ireland: Do Maritime wrestling legends get the recognition they deserve outside the region?

This week on Episode 33 of the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast, we break down all the action from Superstars Of Wrestling: Clash of Titans in Saint John, NB. One of the most stacked cards of the year for them! From Chocolate City’s big tag team win, to Rudy Lockhart’s dominant performance, to Mayafa's answered an open challenge and Wesley Pipes defending his SOW and AIWF Championships against Dick Durning, this show delivered from top to bottom.   We also look ahead to a loaded weekend across the Maritimes, including IPW Wrestling’s "Terror in the Taproom", Lutte Prestige Wrestling’s "Brawl at Alma Hall 9", CGPW Wrestling’s Halloween Horror, Real Savage Pro Wrestling’s "Cauchemar Dans Le Ring III", and Dave Boyce - Wrestling / SMW Entertainment’s show at the Parkside Pub!   Plus, on Marc Side of the Ring, we revisit a wild UCW Street Fight between GM Dave Boyce and “The Patriot” Troy Merrick from 2018.   And big thanks to “The Big Hitter with all the Glitter”, “The Rope-Running Rocket”, “The Cadillac of Cardio”, “The Ultimate Male” Zane Valentine for this week’s killer intro!

Episode 32 of the Unofficial Maritime Wrestling Podcast is loaded with Maritime mayhem and unforgettable moments!   This week, we talk about ECPW’s Autumn Aggression in New Waterford, a show that had fans buzzing. WWE Hall of Famer Tito Santana stole the night with a heartfelt promo praising ECPW’s incredible locker room and the passion of Maritime wrestling fans. He called what ECPW has “something truly special,” and after laying out Mr. David A. Boyce with a stiff right hand, the crowd couldn’t agree more! We also break down the shocking reveal of Jonathan Cross attacking Justin Newhook, and talk about Moondog Dylan Davis becoming the new ECPW Heavyweight Champion.   Meanwhile, Jason was live at Kaizen Pro’s “Unwinding Clock” in Dartmouth and gives a firsthand recap of all the drama. From Thorpe’s constant meddling to Joey White’s wild victory over Covey Christ and the chaos that erupted in the Kaizen title match. It was also awesome spotting one of our podcast shirts out in the wild at the show, a huge shoutout and thanks again to Richard Lafortune for grabbing one and representing the pod!   We also recap NBWA Doaktown Destruction 3 and XAW’s Premier Gala, where they crowned the new XAW Heavyweight Champion Gabriel Savage.   Plus, we preview Superstars of Wrestling: Clash of Titans where they have some big matches announced and the returning of Dale Dangles, and answer this week’s listener question about our dream entrance music.   Last but not least, a big thanks to “The Ghost” Ricky Mortis for the killer intro, you set the tone perfectly for another stacked episode!