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She's new to wrestling. He's trying to make it make sense.

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She's new to wrestling. He's trying to make it make sense.

NEW EPISODES WEEKLY!

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NICK PEARL (RAMBLING BOUT WRESTLING)

This week on New to Wrestling, we’re joined by one of our favorite voices in wrestling media: Nick Pearl of Rambling Bout Wrestling.

What started as a love for WWE, backyard wrestling, video editing, and talking wrestling with friends has grown into one of the most passionate independent wrestling platforms around. Nick joins us to talk about how Rambling Bout Wrestling came together, how he built a community around his content, and what he’s learned from interviewing wrestlers, filming indie shows, and showing up again and again for the thing he loves.

We get into Nick’s journey as a wrestling fan and creator, from recording early videos and figuring out his editing style to becoming a familiar face at shows, interviewing names across the indie scene, and even realizing that people were actually listening. His story is a reminder that sometimes the biggest opportunities come from simply putting yourself out there, staying authentic, and being willing to do the work.

In this episode:

Nick shares the origin story of Rambling Bout Wrestling
We talk about wrestling fandom, content creation, and finding your voice online
Nick reflects on building a community through indie wrestling and social media
We discuss House of Glory, MLW, AEW, WWE, and the current wrestling landscape
Nick opens up about imposter syndrome, consistency, and balancing content with real life
We get into his experience interviewing wrestlers and helping tell their stories
Kelsey and Xavier ask Nick for the matches he would show a brand-new wrestling fan
We talk celebrity wrestling, Bad Bunny, Jelly Roll, Pat McAfee, and when outside stars actually work
Nick shares stories from indie shows, WrestleMania trips, travel chaos, and the Rambling Crew
And yes, there is plenty of rambling along the way

Whether you’re a longtime wrestling fan, a fellow creator, an indie wrestling supporter, or someone trying to build something of your own, this conversation is about passion, community, authenticity, and betting on yourself before anyone else does.

Come for the wrestling talk. Stay for the chaos, the advice, the dream matches, and the reminder that sometimes all it takes is one DM, one show, or one weird idea to start something special.

KYLON KING

Happy Birthday to Kylon King! 🎉

This week on New to Wrestling, we’re joined by one of the most exciting performers on the independent wrestling scene today: Kylon King.

One half of Miracle Generation alongside Dustin “Flash” Waller, Kylon has made his name as a standout high-flyer, Wrestling Open mainstay, former IWTV Tag Team Champion, PWJ Tag Team Champion, and one of the most dynamic young wrestlers working today.

Kylon joins us for a conversation about family, purpose, perseverance, and the journey that led him to professional wrestling. From finding his way after college to discovering wrestling training, building Miracle Generation with Dustin Waller, and becoming part of the foundation of Wrestling Open and Beyond Wrestling, Kylon’s story is one of passion, growth, and staying ready for the long road ahead.

In this episode:

Kylon talks about how wrestling became a family affair and changed his life
We discuss finding his path after college and falling in love with training
Kylon reflects on the evolution of Miracle Generation with Dustin “Flash” Waller
We look back on their IWTV Tag Team Championship run and what made it special
Kylon shares what Wrestling Open and Beyond Wrestling have meant to his career
We talk dream matches, future goals, and why Japan remains at the top of his wrestling bucket list
Kylon opens up about mindset, positivity, perseverance, and staying grounded
We get into road trips, anime, Paramore, John Cena, Eddie Guerrero, New Haven, and more
Kylon explains why wrestling is a marathon—not a sprint

Whether you’ve followed Kylon King’s journey for years or are discovering him for the first time, this conversation is a reminder of why independent wrestling continues to thrive: incredible talent, relentless work ethic, real community, and people who genuinely love what they do.

🎂 Happy Birthday, Kylon!

🎙️ Listen now at newtowrestling.com

New to Wrestling follows two friends who love wrestling from very different stages of fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as the guide through generations of professional wrestling, while Kelsey Silva experiences many of these matches, moments, and wrestlers for the first time. Climb into the ring with us weekly as we relive wrestling history, starting with the Attitude Era and expanding into the wider world of professional wrestling.

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Sometimes wrestling reminds you exactly why you fell in love with it. This week, we're taking a detour from our Attitude Era journey to talk about one of the most unique and emotional matches we've seen in a long time: El Grande Americano vs El Grande Americano in a Mask vs Mask Match. On paper, none of this should work. A stolen identity. Two wrestlers playing the same character. A feud split between two countries. A crowd that sees one man as a hero and the other as an imposter. And somehow... It's incredible. We break down: - Why this story became so beloved in Mexico -The brilliance of the El Grande Americano character -How WWE and AAA created something genuinely special -The incredible atmosphere surrounding the match -And why this may be one of the best examples of what professional wrestling can be when everything clicks From the entrances to the storytelling to the emotional post-match unmasking, this wasn't just a great match. It was a reminder that wrestling can still surprise us. If you've ever struggled to explain why you love wrestling to someone else, this might be the match you show them. 🎙 Watch, listen, and explore more at newtowrestling.com 🧘 Wrestlers: Don't forget Restorative for Wrestlers at Yoga Mechanics in Montclair, NJ.

About New to Wrestling Podcast

What We Do

The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who love wrestling, but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time! Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

Xavier Cruz-Mercado

🎙️ Meet Xavier — the lifer.
He’s been obsessed with wrestling since before he could spell “Intercontinental Champion,” and now he’s the guy trying to make sense of it all for Kelsey (and, honestly, the rest of us too).

Outside the ring ropes of this podcast, Xavier is an Associate Producer/Editor for shows/brands like Hockey Wraparound, Our Kids Play Hockey, Geeks Who Like Sports, and 20x44. Translation: he basically never sleeps.

When he does, it’s usually after catching a live show or finishing another book — because yes, he’s that fan who loves a mosh pit and a good read.

For Xavier, New to Wrestling is about opening the door so new fans can get hooked, laugh at the chaos, and fall in love with wrestling the way he did.

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Kelsey SIlva

✨ She puts the NEW in New to Wrestling.
Kelsey’s brand-spankin’ new to the world of suplexes, stunners, and steel chairs — but she’s already caught the bug that keeps us all coming back.

When she’s not losing her mind over Attitude Era chaos, Kelsey is creating literal works of art at DollyMoo, a women-owned homemade bath & skincare company in Montclair, NJ. She’s also the queen of testing new makeup looks, dancing it out, and hanging with her family.

Basically? She’s proof that wrestling isn’t just for the lifers — it’s for anyone ready to get hooked. 🎙️

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She's new to wrestling. He's trying to make it make sense.

She's new to wrestling. He's trying to make it make sense.

INTERVIEWS

NICK PEARL (RAMBLING BOUT WRESTLING)

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KYLON KING

In this episode:

New to the temple

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About New to Wrestling Podcast

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She's new to wrestling. He's trying to make it make sense.

She's new to wrestling. He's trying to make it make sense.

INTERVIEWS

NICK PEARL (RAMBLING BOUT WRESTLING)

In this episode:

KYLON KING

In this episode:

New to the temple

LATEST EPISODE:

Latest Episode:

PHOTOGRAPHY:

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