Wrestling is Life is Wrestling with Cody Deaner

Episode 34: Jimmy Jacobs - Part 1

Jimmy Jacobs currently works for AEW on the creative team. That’s where he’s landed after a near 25-year career in the professional wrestling business as a 5-time world tag-team champion at Ring of Honor, a former Impact Wrestling creative team member, and former writer at WWE.
This week’s conversation is like none other on the show before. Cody Deaner and Jimmy Jacobs do a deep dive on societal patterns, the stories we tell ourselves, what is true reality, and what this means for us all… whether we’re in this wacky world of pro wrestling or just trying to navigate the world on a day-to-day basis regardless of your job.
This might just be the most interesting and unique conversation you’ll hear two pro wrestlers have this year! And for certain, by the end of it… you’ll know that wrestling is life… and life is wrestling.
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Episode 33: Tommy Dreamer - Part 2

It’s time for MORE story-time with Tommy Dreamer. Tommy Dreamer is an ECW original, former WWE superstar, former WWE talent relations & current TNA Wrestling creative team member & on-screen performer.
 
Last week, Tommy told a never-before-heard story involving Roddy Piper. And Tommy & Cody discussed how they first met when Tommy was working in the office at WWE. This week, in Part 2 of this 2-part conversation, Tommy tells more behind-the-scenes stories from his career with every major wrestling company on the planet and the various lessons he’s learned in his unique journey within the industry. No matter what Tommy has done in the wrestling business, he’s been successful at it. And we can learn from his successes… because wrestling is life… is wrestling.
 
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Episode 32: Tommy Dreamer - Part 1

It’s story-time with ECW original, former WWE superstar, former WWE talent relations & current TNA Wrestling creative team member & on-screen talent – “The Innovator of Violence” Tommy Dreamer.
 
In Part 1 of this 2-part conversation, Cody Deaner sits under the Tommy Dreamer story-time tree and you’re welcomed to sit down, relax, and enjoy the ride! Tommy tells various never-before-heard behind-the-scenes stories from his career with every major wrestling company on the planet. No matter what Tommy has done in the wrestling business, he’s been successful at it. And we can learn from those stories. Because wrestling is life… is wrestling.
 
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Episode 31: Heath - Part 2

Get to know the REAL Heath (formerly known as Heath Slater in the WWE).
In Part 2 of this 2-part conversation, Heath continues to open up about the men who influenced him most in his life during his struggle to break into the world of professional wrestling. And the man who helped him the most when he got injured and lost his confidence in himself and his abilities. He also talks about the joy of fatherhood and his goals after he’s done being an in-ring performer. Listen to a version of Heath that most wrestling fans have never heard before.
Follow Heath on Twitter: http://x.com/HEATHXXII
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Episode 30: Heath - Part 1

A lot of people think they know Heath (formerly known as Heath Slater in the WWE). But, to know the REAL Heath, you have to know where he came from.
In Part 1 of this 2-part conversation, Heath discusses his humble upbringing and shares some deep, personal stories of the man who raised him and inspired him to believe in himself and achieve his dream of becoming a professional wrestler. Listen to a version of Heath that most wrestling fans have never heard before.
Oh… and of course there’s some hilarious stories from his backyard wrestling days thrown in there too!
Follow Heath on Twitter: http://x.com/HEATHXXII 
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Book Heath at BOOKMEBABY.22@gmail.com
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Episode 29: Traci Brooks - Part 2

Cody Deaner sits down for the second part of his conversation with his long-time friend and TNA Hall of Famer – Traci Brooks.
Last week, Cody and Traci discussed her upbringing. Traci was born and raised in a very small, rural, Canadian town on a pig farm. And she grew up dealing with a physical disability known as Erb’s Palsy. Despite these things, she overcame all these obstacles to make it to the top of the professional wrestling industry.
This week, Cody and Traci continue their conversation about Traci’s life as they discuss Traci’s adventures in the professional wrestling world… and the adventure that eventually led her to the TNA Wrestling Hall of Fame.
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Follow Traci on Twitter/X @TheTraciBrooks
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Episode 28: Traci Brooks - Part 1

Cody Deaner sits down with his long-time friend and TNA Hall of Famer – Traci Brooks.
Traci Brooks is an original TNA Knockout. She is the longest reigning contracted TNA Knockout in company history. She’s worked alongside some of the biggest names in the professional wrestling business. Oh… and she posed for Playboy. Those are just a few of the things Traci Brooks is known for.
But, what you might not have known about Traci is that she was born and raised in a very small, rural, Canadian town on a pig farm. And she grew up dealing with a physical disability known as Erb’s Palsy. Despite these things, she overcame all these obstacles to make it to the top of the professional wrestling industry. And she shares some amazing stories of the lessons she’s learned in her journey from the pig farm to the wrestling ring.
Follow Traci on Twitter/X @TheTraciBrooks
This episode is brought to you Rest When Dead Clothing Company. Shop their entire collection at http://RestWhenDead.ca
This episode is also brought to you by CEO Fit. Buy all your health, fitness, and supplementary needs at http://ceofit.ca
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Episode 27: Tornado - Part 2

Cody Deaner sits down for Part 2 of his conversation with his long-time friend and professional wrestling veteran journeyman of almost 30 years – Tornado.
They start where they left off last week, talking about lessons Tornado learned while working the independent wrestling scene. They also discuss his work with WWE and the trials and tribulations of a Canadian indy wrestler striving to get a job in the largest wrestling company in the world. They also discuss Tornado’s successful venture into promoting and starting a thriving wrestling company – Rock Solid Wrestling. Oh… and they also talk about Tornado’s foray into Hollywood and the film industry!
If you learn nothing else from this conversation, you’ll learn that Tornado has led a fascinating life… and that wrestling is life. And life is wrestling.
While Tornado doesn’t exist on the internet, you can still learn more about Tornado’s wrestling promotion – Rock Solid Wrestling, by visiting the following:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rocksolidwrestling1483
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rocksolidwrestling
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rocksolidpro
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rocksolidpro
Official Website: https://rocksolidwrestling.tickit.ca/
This episode is brought to you Rest When Dead Clothing Company. Shop their entire collection at http://RestWhenDead.ca
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