Wrestling Mayhem Show 923: The Purple Reign of PrettyBoy Smooth

About this Episode

This week’s episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/WrestlingMayhemShown this episode of the Wrestling Mayhem Show, host Michael Sorg (Sorg) is joined by Bradley and the NWA Exodus Pro Midwest World Heavyweight Champion Pretty Boy Smooth. They discuss various wrestling news, insights from the wrestling world, and share personal experiences. The show also features a “What We Learned” segment where the hosts reflect on key takeaways from the episode.

• Fanatics Fest Success: The hosts discuss the success of WWE stars at Fanatics Fest in New York City, where WWE talents were the only athletes to sell out their autograph and photo op sessions. This highlights the growing respect and popularity of wrestling.

• Triple H’s Social Media Engagement: A report from PW Insider suggests that Triple H closely monitors social media during WWE broadcasts, specifically from Gorilla Position. This indicates WWE’s increasing focus on fan engagement through social media.

• Wrestling and Social Media Dynamics: The hosts explore the importance of social media for wrestling promotions, especially at the indie level. They discuss how some indie promotions fail to engage their audience online, which can affect their overall success.

• WWE’s Busy Schedule: The episode mentions WWE’s upcoming events, including NXT No Mercy and Bash in Berlin, highlighting WWE’s continuous global presence and busy event schedule.

• NWA Exodus Pro’s Success: Pretty Boy Smooth shares his experiences working with NWA Exodus Pro, emphasizing the professionalism and television-style production of their shows. He talks about the importance of his role as the NWA Midwest Champion and his efforts to elevate the title’s prestige by defending it across various promotions.

• Exodus Pro Streaming Announcement: The big news from Exodus Pro is that their shows will now be streamed on NWA’s YouTube page, marking a significant step in increasing their visibility and reach.

• Scholarship Initiative: Pretty Boy Smooth discusses his PB Provides Scholarship, which supports black students pursuing a communications degree at Mercyhurst University. The initiative reflects his commitment to giving back and promoting diversity in education.

• Acting Ventures: Pretty Boy Smooth shares his experiences in acting, including roles in three movies, one of which is “Carousel 3,” a film about a serial-killing carousel unicorn.

“What We Learned” Segment

• Michael Sorg (Sorg): Sorg reflects on the evolution and professionalism of indie wrestling promotions like NWA Exodus Pro, emphasizing how they have grown to operate similarly to major television productions. He acknowledges the significant impact of social media on wrestling’s popularity.

• Bradley: Bradley shares his thoughts on the importance of engaging with fans both in-person and through social media. He also reflects on the importance of legacy in wrestling and how it can be preserved through storytelling and consistent engagement.

• Pretty Boy Smooth: Pretty Boy Smooth emphasizes the importance of building a legacy, not just through titles but also through contributions outside the ring, such as his scholarship program. He also reflects on the importance of being a champion who elevates the title and sets an example for others.

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