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Wrestling Life with Ben Veal

Wrestling Life with Ben Veal

Written by: Wrestling Life Online
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Real talk from real talent: this is the podcast and YouTube interview series that shines the spotlight firmly - and positively - on the professional wrestling industry. ​ Each and every episode features candid, open, honest and inspiring conversations with special guests, showcasing the talented individuals who defined wrestling's past, influence its present and are shaping its future. ​ Award-winning communicator, journalist and lifelong wrestling fan Ben Veal invites guests worldwide to tell the stories that need telling.Wrestling Life Online Combat Sports & Self-Defence
Episodes
  • Luke Menzies (FKA Ridge Holland) On WWE Release, Big E's Neck Injury, Brawling Brutes, NXT 2.0
    May 15 2026

    Former WWE Superstar Ridge Holland, now competing under his real name Luke Menzies, joins Wrestling Life with Ben Veal for one of his most open and honest interviews yet.
    From growing up in a small Yorkshire town to becoming a professional rugby league player to competing at WrestleMania and becoming part of one of WWE’s key factions, Luke Menzies reflects on the highs, lows and defining moments of his wrestling journey.
    In this exclusive interview, Luke discusses:
    🔥 His WWE release while injured and the emotional fallout that followed
    🔥 Recovering from the serious foot injury suffered against Moose in TNA
    🔥 The night that Big E suffered his devastating neck injury on SmackDown
    🔥 Life as part of The Brawling Brutes with Sheamus and Pete Dunne
    🔥 Working with Roman Reigns and The Bloodline
    🔥 His injuries, setbacks and suffering public scrutiny
    🔥 Competing at WrestleMania and WarGames
    🔥 His future in wrestling after WWE.
    Luke speaks candidly about adversity, resilience, redemption and rebuilding his career after leaving WWE in late 2025.

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    58 mins
  • David Sahadi On The Rock, THAT Super Bowl Commercial, Kurt Angle's TNA Debut, The Attitude Era
    May 8 2026

    🎬 Behind the scenes of wrestling TV with David Sahadi!In this exclusive interview, legendary wrestling producer David Sahadi sits down with Ben Veal to share stories from decades of shaping the look, feel and storytelling of professional wrestling.

    Sahadi has worked across some of the biggest promotions in wrestling history, including WWE, TNA and now Real American Freestyle Wrestling. From producing the iconic openings of Monday Night Raw to creating unforgettable promo packages and pay-per-view hype videos to directing THAT Super Bowl commercial that defined the Attitude Era, his work has influenced how fans experience wrestling today.In this interview we cover:• Behind-the-scenes stories from the Attitude Era• Creating legendary WWE and TNA video packages• The evolution of wrestling production and storytelling• Working with wrestling legends and major promotions• The personal motivation and story behind David Sahadi's new book Backstage Pass.Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Attitude Era, crave wrestling nostalgia or are fascinated by the production side of wrestling, this conversation dives deep into the craft behind the spectacle.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Remembering Test: The Attitude Era Giant Gone Too Soon
    May 1 2026

    Step into the ring and relive the legacy of Andrew “Test” Martin: the 6’6”, 282-pound powerhouse who made a huge impact during WWE’s Attitude and Ruthless Aggression eras. From his debut in 1998 as the intimidating bodyguard of Motley Crue to becoming a dominant force in WWE, Test quickly built a reputation as one of the most physically imposing superstars of his generation.In this video, we take a closer look at Test’s rise through the ranks, including his memorable storylines with The Corporation, his high-profile rivalry with Triple H and the controversial wedding angle with Stephanie McMahon, and his time in legendary factions like T&A alongside Albert and Trish Stratus. We also cover his championship success, including his reign as Intercontinental Champion and European Champion, his runs in WWE's version of ECW and overseas promotions, and his untimely passing in 2009.Ben Veal, Ash Ajaz and Alex Hunt come together for this special episode of Wrestling Life, celebrating the career, achievements: and lasting legacy of Test: gone too soon.

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    1 hr and 15 mins
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