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The Fan's View
by Jarrett Leach
The Fan’s View Podcast brings you in-depth, fan-first interviews with pro wrestlers, athletes, creators, and rising stars. Hosted by Jarrett Leach, each episode goes beyond the persona to uncover real stories, career journeys, behind-the-scenes moments, and the grind it takes to make it.From independent wrestling standouts to former WWE talent and viral personalities, this is where passion, honesty, and fanThe podcast is available in video form on YouTube.com/thefansviewpodcast. As well as being available on TikTok and Instagram!Be sure to check out linktr.ee/thefansview for all platforms!
Episodes
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Keeley Capri on Her Wrestling Journey, a German Suplex on LEGOs & Her WWE Dream | The Fan's View
Get to know rising independent professional wrestler Keeley Capri, aka the South Star, in this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast! From chasing her childhood dream of becoming a professional wrestler to surviving a terrifying German suplex onto LEGOs, Keeley opens up about her wrestling journey,...
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Malcolm Wellmaker on His UFC Losses, American Top Team Move & October 10 Fight | The Fan's View
UFC Bantamweight Malcolm “The Machine” Wellmaker returns to The Fan’s View Podcast for one of his most honest conversations yet. After bursting onto the UFC scene with back-to-back Fight of the Night performances, Malcolm’s career took an unexpected turn with consecutive losses. Now, he’s…
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Kalientita: From Referee to Rising Wrestling Star | The Fan’s View Podcast
🔥 One of the fastest-rising names in Texas independent wrestling, Kalientita, joins The Fan’s View Podcast! Kalientita opens up about her journey from beginning wrestling training at just 16 years old to refereeing, becoming a champion, and establishing herself as a standout on the independent...
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Bobbi Thunder Talks Death Match Wrestling, Mental Health, Music & Going “Double Wide to Worldwide” | The Fan’s View
Bobbi Thunder is one of the most unique personalities in independent wrestling, and on this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, we finally sit down with the woman behind the “Double Wide to Worldwide”mentality! Bobbi Thunder joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about her unconventional…
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🎙️ Nessa Ferrari on Breaking Into Pro Wrestling, MMA & Making Her Mark on the Indies | The Fan’s View
Nessa Ferrari is just getting started — but she's already making an impression on the independent wrestling scene.On this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, Jarrett sits down with one of the newer names beginning to make her mark in professional wrestling. Nessa talks about discovering wrestling...
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Taylor Yorke Talks Wrestling, The Pumped Up Princess & Her Journey | The Fan’s View Podcast
The Pumped Up Princess herself, Taylor Yorke, joins Jarrett for a conversation on The Fan’s View Podcast! Taylor talks about her journey into professional wrestling, growing up as a dance and theater kid, her love of Hannah Montana, the moment she realized she didn't just want to be a wrestling…
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Aurora Teves Opens Up About WOW, Maple Leaf Pro & Finding Her Voice | The Fan's View Podcast
Aurora Teves is BACK on The Fan’s View Podcast — and this time, we're sitting down face-to-face!After previously joining the show remotely, Aurora joins Jarrett in person for a wide-ranging conversation about how much her career has changed, her evolution as a performer, Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling,...
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Medina Ali Was Told She Might Never Speak Again… Now She’s WOW’s Xena Phoenix | The Fan's View Podcast
WOW Women of Wrestling star Medina Ali, better known as Xena Phoenix, joins The Fan’s View Podcast to share her incredible journey through combat sports, a terrifying health scare, a WWE tryout, and her rise in professional wrestling. Medina opens up about being diagnosed with a benign tumor in…
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Who Is Cecilia Brooks? The Rising Star You Need to Know | The Fan's View Podcast
Who is Cecilia Brooks, and what does the future hold for the rising independent wrestling star?Cecilia Brooks joins The Fan’s View Podcast for an in-depth conversation about her journey into professional wrestling, life on the independent wrestling scene, wrestling training, finding her identity…
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Brittney Savage Reveals What WWE Was REALLY Like + Her WSU Career | The Fan's View Podcast
Brittney Savage joins The Fan's View Podcast for a conversation about her wrestling career, her time in Women Superstars Uncensored (WSU), wrestling for WWE, and what life looks like after stepping away from the ring. Brittney Savage became one of the standout women on the independent wrestling...
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Leela Feist Opens Up on Wrestling, Her Journey & What's Next | The Fan's View Podcast
Leela Feist joins The Fan's View Podcast for an honest conversation about her journey through professional wrestling, breaking into the independent scene, developing her in-ring style, and the lessons she's learned along the way.We also talk about the challenges of building a name in wrestling,...
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Jazmin Allure on WWE Dreams, Indie Wrestling Success & What's Next | The Fan's View Podcast
Jazmin Allure returns to The Fan's View Podcast for an all-new conversation about the next chapter of her career.After making waves across the independent wrestling scene, competing for major promotions, and establishing herself as one of the most sought-after unsigned wrestlers today, Jazmin…
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Jazmin Allure on WWE Dreams, Indie Wrestling Success & What's Next | The Fan's View Podcast
Jazmin Allure returns to The Fan's View Podcast for an all-new conversation about the next chapter of her career.After making waves across the independent wrestling scene, competing for major promotions, and establishing herself as one of the most sought-after unsigned wrestlers today, Jazmin…
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Deseree Joson Talks WWE, Shoots & Ladders, SummerSlam & Wrestling Hot Takes | The Fan's View Podcast
Deseree Joson, co-host of **Shoots & Ladders**, joins The Fan's View Podcast to talk about her lifelong wrestling fandom, building one of wrestling's growing podcasts, SummerSlam, WWE hot takes, and what the future holds for the show. From attending WrestleMania weekends, SummerSlam, and NXT…
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Pretty Rich Wise on Wrestling, Scary Movie, The 1% Club & His Journey | The Fan's View Podcast
Pretty Rich Wise joins The Fan's View Podcast for an in-depth conversation about his professional wrestling journey, creating the "Pretty Rich Wise" persona, life on the independent wrestling scene, and expanding into television and film. We also discuss his recent appearance in the new Scary…
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Carolina Cruz on WWE Release, NXT Next Gen, Rugby Career & WOW Controversy | The Fan's View
Carolina Cruz joins The Fan's View Podcast for one of her most in-depth interviews yet. Known to WWE fans as Emma Diaz, Carolina discusses her journey from growing up in Miami and competing in rugby, gymnastics, and other sports to being discovered by WWE through the NXT Next Gen program. She...
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Doctors Said His Wrestling Career Was Over... He Returned 4 Months Later | Sampson Interview
What happens when doctors tell you your wrestling career is over? Independent wrestling standout and UPW Champion Sampson faced that exact reality after undergoing a hip replacement surgery. Most athletes would never compete again—but just four months later, he stepped back into the ring. In this...
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Australian Wrestling's Rising Star Jazzy Kennedy Opens Up | The Fan's View Podcast
Jazzy Kennedy joins The Fan's View Podcast for a fun, in-depth conversation about her journey through professional wrestling and life beyond the ring. Since making her debut in 2023, Jazzy has quickly become one of the fastest-rising names on the Australian independent wrestling scene. In this...
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Garrett Smithley Opens Up on the Reality of Racing in NASCAR | The Fan’s View Podcast
What does it really take to make a career in NASCAR? In this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, NASCAR driver Garrett Smithley joins us for a candid conversation about his journey from Bandolero racing to competing in the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, and NASCAR Craftsman Truck…
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Alexis Celine on Chasing the Wrestling Dream, Sacrifices & What's Next | The Fan's View Podcast
Independent wrestling standout Alexis Celine joins The Fan's View Podcast for an in-depth conversation about her journey in professional wrestling, the sacrifices required to chase the dream, lessons learned on the independent scene, and where she hopes her career takes her next. From becoming a...
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The Reality of Grassroots Racing | Haleigh Gross Interview | The Fan's View Podcast BONUS EPISODE
BONUS EPISODEWhat's it really like trying to make it as a race car driver?This week on The Fan's View Podcast, dirt racer Haleigh Gross takes us behind the scenes of grassroots racing and shares what fans don't always see—the sacrifices, long nights, learning curve, and determination it takes to...
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Rocky Radley on the Indy Wrestling Grind, SHIMMER, SHINE & Building Her Wrestling Career | The Fan's View
Rocky Radley joins The Fan's View Podcast for an in-depth conversation about her journey through professional wrestling, training under wrestling legends, competing in promotions like SHIMMER, SHINE, and Queens of Combat, and what it takes to survive the independent wrestling grind. Rocky…
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Pro Wrestler Turned Comedian? Vicky Dreamboat Explains How Similar They Really Are | The Fan's View
On this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, we’re joined by one of the most unique crossover personalities in independent wrestling today—Vicky Dreamboat.Vicky is a professional wrestler, performer, and comedian who’s carving out her own lane by blending in-ring storytelling with stand-up and…
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Sally Mott | Mazda MX-5 Cup, First to the Finish & The Reality of Going Pro in Racing
Sally Mott joins The Fan’s View Podcast to talk about her rise through karting, breaking into the Mazda MX-5 Cup Series, and what it really takes to build a career in professional motorsports. From growing up in Texas to competing in one of the most competitive development series in North…
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Maddi Gordon on Her Top Fuel Rookie Season | 330 MPH NHRA Debut & Life in Drag Racing
Maddi Gordon is one of the fastest-rising stars in professional drag racing — and in this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, she takes us inside her rookie season in Top Fuel. A third-generation racer and former Top Alcohol Funny Car standout, Maddi Gordon made the leap to the premier class of…
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Paris Van Dale: The Rise of “The Total Diva” | Legacy, Confidence & Indie Wrestling Spotlight
Paris Van Dale joins The Fan’s View Podcast for an in-depth conversation about confidence, character evolution, championship gold, and building a lasting brand in independent wrestling. Known as “The Total Diva,” Paris has become one of the standout personalities on the New England independent...
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Hollywood Hunter James Interview | The Rise of Wrestling’s Next Breakout Star
Is Hollywood Hunter James the next breakout star in professional wrestling? On this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, we sit down with one of the fastest-rising names on the independent wrestling scene — Hollywood Hunter James. From his early days in training to building the “Hollywood” persona...
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How Abbey Kay McDonald Built a Racing Career AND a Social Media Brand
Drag racing is evolving — and so is the way drivers build their careers. In this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, Australian drag racer and motorsport personality Abbey Kay McDonald joins the show to talk about life on the drag strip, building a social media brand, and navigating modern...
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Sara Jade on the New England Grind, Betting on Herself & Building Her Name | The Fan’s View
On this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, we sit down with New England independent wrestling standout Sara Jade to talk about the journey behind the name. From her first steps into wrestling training to carving out her identity in one of the most passionate regional scenes in the country, Sara...
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Madeline Stewart Interview: Porsche Carrera Cup to IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge Journey
New Zealand racing standout Madeline Stewart joins The Fan’s View Podcast to talk about her rise from karting in Wellington to competing in Porsche Carrera Cup North America and the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge. Madeline opens up about: • Transitioning from karting to touring cars • The…
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Building Momentum: Logan Misuraca on CGM, Talladega & Mentorship
Logan Misuraca returns to The Fan’s View Podcast ahead of her ARCA Menards Series appearance at Talladega Superspeedway with CGM. In this episode, Logan opens up about how different this race feels compared to starting the season at Daytona — from being the new driver with the team to now…
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How Chianne Michaels Is Making Her Mark in Independent Wrestling
On this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, we’re joined by rising wrestling personality Chianne Michaels — known for her work as a ring announcer, on-screen presence, and growing voice in the independent wrestling scene.Chianne opens up about how she got started in wrestling, what it takes to...
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From Comfort to Courage: Jessie Punch on Taking Risks in Racing Media
On this episode of The Fan’s View, we sit down with racing media professional Jessie Punch for a powerful conversation about storytelling, risk-taking, and betting on yourself. Jessie opens up about carving her own path in motorsports media and what it really takes to step outside your comfort…
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Tess Warren Isn’t Waiting for a Chance — She’s Taking It
Tess Warren joins The Fan’s View Podcast for a real conversation about her journey through professional wrestling, training under Dr. Tom Prichard, building her name on the independent scene, and the mindset it takes to keep pushing forward.From competing across Tennessee and North Carolina to...
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Kayla Lopez on Betting on Herself, Indie Wrestling, and Defining Success | The Fan’s View Podcast
In this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, we sit down with rising independent wrestling star Kayla Lopez to talk about her journey into pro wrestling, the grind of the New England indie scene, building confidence inside and outside the ring, and what drives her to keep pushing forward. Kayla…
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Rebecca J. Scott: From Idaho to Dreamwave & 30,000 Feet | The Fan’s View Podcast
From growing up in Idaho to unforgettable Dreamwave moments and balancing wrestling with life as a flight attendant, Rebecca J. Scott breaks it all down on The Fan’s View Podcast. Favorite feuds, fan connections, defining success, and what she loves outside the ring — all from a true fan’s...
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Taylor Kuehl Interview: IMCA Champion, Chili Bowl, Boone & Racing for Matt Crafton | The Fan’s View Podcast
In this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, we’re joined by Taylor Kuehl, one of the rising stars in dirt track racing and IMCA competition. Taylor opens up about starting racing at just five years old, her journey from karting to dirt, and the bold decision to move to Iowa to chase her racing...
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Julie Cutler: Breaking Into Wrestling Without a Roadmap | The Fan's View Podcast
Breaking into professional wrestling isn’t easy — especially when there’s no clear path.In this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, I’m joined by Julie Cutler, a wrestling ring announcer and media personality who carved out her place in the independent wrestling scene without a traditional...
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Kaia McKenna Returns: Growth, Momentum & What’s Next | The Fan’s View Podcast
Kaia McKenna returns to The Fan’s View Podcast for her second appearance, and a lot has changed since her first visit in February 2025. In this episode, we dive into Kaia’s growth over the past year, how her mindset has evolved, the biggest lessons she’s learned in the ring, and what’s been...
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Taylor Reimer: Bruno, Pinnacle Racing Group & Leveling Up in ARCA
In this episode of The Fan’s View Podcast, ARCA and Legends racer Taylor Reimer returns to break down a new chapter in her life and career. She shares stories about her new dog Bruno, the decision to join Pinnacle Racing Group, how she’s approaching the mental side of racing, and what life looks...
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From Grassroots to ARCA: Laci Ferno on Hustle, Setbacks & Opportunity | The Fan's View Podcast
Open-wheel racer Laci Ferno returns to The Fan’s View Podcast to talk about the grind behind the scenes, rebuilding momentum after setbacks, and preparing for her upcoming appearance in the ARCA Menards Series. This conversation dives deep into grassroots racing realities, sponsorship struggles,...
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Nikki Blackheart: From Newcomer to CCW Champion & What Success Really Means | The Fan's View Podcast
This week on The Fan’s View Podcast, we’re joined by independent wrestling standout Nikki Blackheart. Nikki shares her journey from early training under Gangrel to quickly becoming a cornerstone of the CCW women’s division. We talk championship pressure, earning respect in the locker room…
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Making History in 2026: Becca Monopoli & Quinn Davis on City Garage Motorsports and the All-Female Lineup | The Fan's View Podcast
Becca Monopoli and Quinn Davis join The Fan’s View Podcast to talk about a groundbreaking moment in motorsports. In 2026, City Garage Motorsports will field the first all-female driver lineup, with Becca, Quinn, and Logan Misuraca representing a major milestone for women in NASCAR and ARCA...
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Logan Misuraca: Daytona Dreams, Sponsorship Setbacks, and Making ARCA History
This week on The Fan’s View Podcast, we sit down with Logan Misuraca for an in-depth conversation about the highs, lows, and realities of life in professional motorsports. Logan shares her journey from grassroots racing to the ARCA Menards Series, the emotional and logistical impact of losing a...
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Island Girl TT (Tracy Taylor) on WOW, OVW & Nearly 20 Years in Pro Wrestling
Professional wrestler Island Girl TT (Tracy Taylor) joins The Fan’s View Podcast for a deep, honest conversation about her journey through nearly two decades in the wrestling business. From growing up in Hawaii, to training and breaking in at OVW, to appearing in Women of Wrestling (WOW) as…
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Nikki Wilde | Betting on Yourself in Independent Wrestling
#NikkiWilde #TheFansViewPodcast #indiewrestling Pro wrestler Nikki Wilde joins The Fan’s View Podcast for an honest, in-depth conversation about her journey through professional wrestling, the realities of the independent scene, and what it truly takes to bet on yourself in this business. In this...
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Vicious Vicki Venuto Talks John Cena, Mental Health, Indie Wrestling Journey & Success | Fan’s View Podcast
Independent professional wrestler Vicious Vicki Venuto joins The Fan’s View Podcast for an in-depth interview covering her wrestling journey, mental health advocacy, and a powerful moment involving John Cena. Vicki opens the episode by discussing her recent interactions with John Cena and how his...
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Brittni Brooks on WWE ID Match, Indie Wrestling Grind & What’s Next | The Fan’s View Podcast
Independent professional wrestler Brittni Brooks joins The Fan’s View Podcast for an in-depth conversation about her journey in wrestling, the grind of the independent scene, and her recent appearance in a WWE ID match. In this episode, Brittni opens up about: How she got started in professional...
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Lulu La Reina — From ‘Top Latina’ to Championship Dreams 💥 | The Fan's View Podcast
LIVE from The Fan’s View: an exclusive, full-length interview with indie wrestling’s rising star, Lulu La Reina — aka Top Latina (and beloved by fans as the “Mexican Barbie”).🎙 What you’ll get in these 30 minutes: • Her personal origin story — how she discovered wrestling, and what made her step...
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Kamryn Kash: Nightmare Factory Graduate on Her Rise, Canadian Debut & Indie Wrestling Journey
Independent wrestler Kamryn Kash joins The Fan’s View Podcast for an in-depth conversation about her journey from the Nightmare Factory to becoming one of the indie scene’s rising names. We talk early training, her breakthrough matches, expanding into new promotions, and her Canadian debut, plus...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Fan’s View Podcast brings you in-depth, fan-first interviews with pro wrestlers, athletes, creators, and rising stars. Hosted by Jarrett Leach, each episode goes beyond the persona to uncover real stories, career journeys, behind-the-scenes moments, and the grind it takes to make it.From independent wrestling standouts to former WWE talent and viral personalities, this is where passion, honesty, and fanThe podcast is available in video form on YouTube.com/thefansviewpodcast. As well as being available on TikTok and Instagram!Be sure to check out linktr.ee/thefansview for all platforms!
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The Fan’s View Podcast brings you in-depth, fan-first interviews with pro wrestlers, athletes, creators, and rising stars. Hosted by Jarrett Leach, each episode goes beyond the persona to uncover real stories, career journeys, behind-the-scenes moments, and the grind it takes to make it.From...
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