Best Brian Ortize Podcasts (2025)

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270. David Copeland-Smith: Training like the World’s Best 16:17

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41m ago16:17

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Ever wonder how the world’s greatest soccer players train? This week, legendary trainer David Copeland-Smith joins the SoccerGirl Podcast to talk coachability, work ethic, and what makes the best the best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SoccerGirl

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The Raw After WrestleMania 14: Austin Arrested, DX Rebuilt, and Kane Brings the Fire 1:13:16

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The night after WrestleMania XIV was pure chaos and we were here for every second. From Vince McMahon trying (and failing) to play nice with Stone Cold, to Austin getting arrested less than 24 hours into his title reign, to the Nation of Domination finally cracking open, this Raw was stacked. DX rebuilt itself in one night with Triple H stepping up…

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The Rich Young Ruler 50:45

6d ago50:45

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Pastor Drew shares a special message out of Mark 10:17-31 titled 'The Rich Young Ruler.'By Calvary Spokane

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WrestleMania XIV: The Austin Era Begins! 1:25:08

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The road has finally led us here: WrestleMania XIV. After months of buildup, fire, betrayal, and drama, it all explodes on one of the most pivotal nights in wrestling history. From the wild chaos of a 15-team battle royal to Sable absolutely owning her in-ring debut, this card is stacked with moments that defined the Attitude Era. We break down it …

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What Now? America's Future After Charlie Kirk 1:02:06

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Pastor Ken Ortize gives a special message titled 'What Now? America's Future After Charlie Kirk' in light of recent events.By Calvary Spokane

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269. Phallon Tullis-Joyce: Leveling Up to the USWNT 22:26

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This week on the SoccerGirl Podcast, Manchester United & USWNT goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce joined us to talk the perks of being a keeper, leveling up to play for the USWNT, and summer trip to the amazon where she hung out with venomous caterpillars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Sable Ambushed, DX Unhinged, & Kane Sets a Man on Fire | RAW 3/23/98 53:48

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We hit Raw Is War — March 23, 1998, the go-home to WrestleMania XIV, and it’s chaos in the best Attitude Era way. Austin opens by stunning Sgt. Slaughter for fun, and later beats The Rock clean in a preview of a rivalry that’ll run our lives for years. Dumpster Match drama: Cactus Jack & Chainsaw Charlie vs. the Quebecers gets nuked by the New Age …

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The Origin of Everything - Part 7 Fossils, DNA & Man! 1:09:35

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in the book of Genesis. This multipart series dives into the interpretation and the comprehension of its passages. Today we are in 'Genesis 1:24-26.'By Calvary Spokane

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HBK’s Final WrestleMania Build… and Undertaker vs. Kane Heats Up 57:31

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On this week’s New to Wrestling, Kelsey and Xavier break down the March 17, 1998 edition of Raw is War — a go-home show so unhinged, it felt like Vince Russo scribbled it on a napkin five minutes before airtime. We’re talking: Ken Shamrock inventing “ShamWow Mode” by snapping into a rage spiral, destroying everything in his path, and still eating a…

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The Origin of Everything - Part 6 Origins of Animal Life 1:03:20

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in the book of Genesis. This multipart series dives into the interpretation and the comprehension of its passages. Today we are in 'Genesis 1:20-23.'By Calvary Spokane

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268. Lily Reale: Bouncing Back from Adversity 30:07

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Gotham FC defender Lily Reale joins the show to talk dealing with adversity at the pro level, what it was like to balance school with high level college sports, and her Aquaphor obsession. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SoccerGirl

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The Thicky Time Bomb: Brian Bomb on Wrestling, Resilience, and Being Real 1:22:03

28d ago1:22:03

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The Thicky Time Bomb has landed on New to Wrestling! 💥 This week, indie star Brian Bomb joins us to talk about his Sable-inspired wrestling origin story (yes, it all started with a Toys “R” Us trip), the whip, the Bomb, and how he crafted a style that blends flamboyance with brute strength. From training at the Fallout Shelter to creating safe spac…

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The Origin of Everything - Part 5 Let The Light Appear 1:07:13

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in the book of Genesis. This multipart series dives into the interpretation and the comprehension of its passages. Today we are in 'Genesis 1:14-19.'By Calvary Spokane

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The Voice of Indie Wrestling: Cheyenne Ortiz on Wrestling's Past, Present, and His In-Ring Future 1:21:21

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Cheyenne Ortiz — better known across the indies as “The Voice” — joins us for a conversation that’s equal parts storytelling, wrestling nerd-out, and wing recommendations. Cheyenne pulls back the curtain on his 11-year journey in wrestling: from middle school morning announcements to becoming the trusted voice of ACE, BCW, ECWA, and beyond. We dive…

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Guest Speaker | Scott Gillis 53:51

1M ago53:51

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Join us today as we are blessed to have Scott Gillis from Creation Ministries International share with us.By Calvary Spokane

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267. Riley Tiernan: Trialist to NWSL standout 28:13

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From trialist to NWSL standout, Angel City FC’s Riley Tiernan shares her journey, her biggest ‘Soccer Girl Prob’ and why she’d rather rack up assists than goals. We talk pre-season survival, the winning culture at Angel City, and how she refused to give anyone a reason to doubt her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Post-Game Chaos: Tag Team Truth Bombs with "Miami" Mike Walker & Vinny Talotta 49:07

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In this New to Wrestling: After Dark episode, hosts Kelsey Silva and Xavier sit down with indie tag team standouts "Miami" Mike Walker and Vinny Talotta, better known as The Post Game, for a conversation that’s part locker room banter, part wrestling masterclass. Mike and Vinny open up about their wrestling origins, training experiences, and the gr…

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The Origin of Everything - Part 4 The 'Twice Good Day' 59:08

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in the book of Genesis. This multipart series dives into the interpretation and the comprehension of the passages of Genesis. Today we are in 'Genesis 1:9-13.'By Calvary Spokane

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Stone Cold Steve Austin Holds Monday Night Raw Hostage (Raw is War 3/9/998) 1:03:32

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This week on New to Wrestling, we’re taking it back to March 9, 1998 — a night where the glow-in-the-dark sticks were out, the People’s Elbow got its official christening, and the Attitude Era served up its usual recipe of chaos, questionable fashion choices, and about three disqualifications too many. From Sable getting humiliated in heels that co…

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The Origin of Everything - Part 3 Day Two 1:07:44

2M ago1:07:44

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in the book of Genesis. This multipart series dives into the interpretation and the comprehension of the passages of Genesis. Today we are in 'Genesis 1:6-8.'By Calvary Spokane

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Bumps, Backlash, and the XFL Collapse | Reading the Ring Ep.2 36:42

2M ago36:42

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We’re back for week 2 of There’s Just One Problem by Brian Gewirtz, and if you thought last week was chaotic… buckle up. This stretch (Chapters 5–9) covers everything from Brian taking a literal bump courtesy of Bubba Ray Dudley, to the culture shock of writing promos for The Rock and Vince McMahon at the same time. We get into the rise of SmackDow…

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The Origin of Everything - Part 2 Day One 1:08:13

2M ago1:08:13

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in the book of Genesis. This multipart series dives into the interpretation and the comprehension of the passages of Genesis. Today we are in 'Genesis 1:1-5.'By Calvary Spokane

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Backstage Drama, Wrestler’s Court & Getting Hired by Vince | Reading the Ring Ep. 1 32:05

2M ago32:05

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Welcome to the first-ever episode of Reading the Ring, where wrestling is real — and books are too. This week, we crack open There's Just One Problem by Brian Gewirtz, the one-time 7th most powerful person in WWE (his words, not ours). In this debut installment, Xavier takes you on a deep dive through the first four chapters, including: 🧑‍⚖️ A real…

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The Origin of Everything - Part 1 The Beginning 1:08:57

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Pastor Ken Ortize begins a new series in the book of Genesis. This multipart series will dive into the interpretation and the comprehension of the passages of Genesis. Today we are in 'Genesis 1:1.'By Calvary Spokane

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A Weekend of Wrestling Chaos (and Kelsey’s in a Box) 32:40

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With Kelsey off the grid (and possibly packed in a moving box), Xavier holds down the ring solo to cover one of the most chaotic weekends in modern wrestling history — and he’s got thoughts. The episode dives into three major events: 🔥 WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event 👑 WWE Evolution II 💥 AEW All In: Texas From Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre to Hangm…

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We Started a Wrestling Book Club || Reading The Ring 1:49

2M ago1:49

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Welcome to Reading the Ring — the official wrestling book club from the New to Wrestling Podcast! We’re kicking things off with There’s Just One Problem... by Brian Gewirtz. 📅 First breakdown drops July 21 on our YouTube channel. Let’s read like champs. #NewToWrestling #ReadingTheRing #WrestlingBookClub #BrianGewirtz #WWEStories #WrestlingPodcast #…

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Mary Magdalene - John 20 50:30

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Join us today as guest pastor Ben Ortize teaches out of John 20:1-18.By Calvary Spokane

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Mike Tyson Joins D-Generation-X & The Undertaker Returns to Confront Kane 1:04:05

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We’re back on the road to WrestleMania 14 and the chaos is dialed all the way up. In this week’s episode, Kelsey and Xavier dig into the March 2, 1998 edition of Raw Is War—featuring Mike Tyson’s very unexpected allegiance, Paul Bearer acting like a mafia don, and a casket that gets struck by lightning because sure, why not. We also get way too muc…

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The Unveiling - Part 85 Read, Hear & Keep! 58:23

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in Revelation. This multipart series will dive into the interpretation and the comprehension of the passages and their meanings. Today we are in 'Revelation 22:6-21.'By Calvary Spokane

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Christian Starr: Navigating the Indie wrestling Scene and Death Match Dreams 37:55

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He flips. He flies. He bleeds (occasionally on purpose). This week on New to Wrestling: After Dark, we’re joined by high-flying indie standout and deathmatch up-and-comer Christian Starr, a.k.a. The Starchild. We get into: How GCW reignited his love for wrestling Training in Canada and prepping for Japan His first-ever deathmatch (featuring barbed …

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The Unveiling - Part 84 Creator, Creating! 56:50

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in Revelation. This multipart series will dive into the interpretation and the comprehension of the passages and their meanings. Today we are in 'Revelation 22:1-5.'By Calvary Spokane

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Sammi Chaos on Intergender Wrestling and Embracing Discomfort In The Wrestling Ring 47:08

3M ago47:08

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This week on After Dark, we’re joined by indie wrestling standout and certified harvester of sorrows, Sammi Chaos—our first-ever female guest and instant icon. From the Mecca to the middle of a triple threat she wasn’t even booked for (until 10 minutes before bell time), Sammi brings the chaos, heart, and eyeliner. We talk about growing up an Attit…

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The Unveiling - Part 83 Completely New! 1:02:07

3M ago1:02:07

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in Revelation. This multipart series will dive into the interpretation and the comprehension of the passages and their meanings. Today we are in 'Revelation 21:9-27.'By Calvary Spokane

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266. From Doubt to Dream: Nealy Martin’s Wild Ride to the Pros 22:50

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In this episode, we sit down with NWSL defender Nealy Martin for an honest and inspiring convo about the rollercoaster that is professional soccer. From applying to 9–5 jobs while chasing her dream of playing pro, to stepping into goal (twice) during real matches, Nealy’s journey is anything but ordinary. We talk about: The moment she almost gave u…

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Built Different: Da Prospectz on Championship Mentality and Proving People Wrong 47:51

3M ago47:51

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What happens when two hungry, hard-hitting tag champs take over the mic? You get a whole lot of honesty, hustle, and heat. This week on New to Wrestling, we sit down with Da Prospectz—Collin Parker and Jayy Alfredo—the reigning LoudEast Tag-Team Champions, to talk about what it really takes to break through on the indie scene. From overlooked grind…

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Fathers 47:57

3M ago47:57

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Pastor Drew shares a special message out of Ephesians 6:1-4 titled 'Fathers'.By Calvary Spokane

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Matt Awesome: Music, The Mecca, and the Soul of the Chancla 1:21:22

4M ago1:21:22

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Wrestling is art—and Matt Awesome lives that truth with every bump, beat, and Bronx-infused promo. In this After Dark session, Matt joins Kelsey and Xavier to talk about everything from his deep-rooted love of music (and how every promo has a secret Easter egg) to surviving a terrifying in-ring asthma attack that nearly ended his career. He shares …

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The Unveiling - Part 82 Really New! 1:12:25

4M ago1:12:25

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in Revelation. This multipart series will dive into the study, the interpretation, and will help better comprehend the passages and their meanings. Today we are in 'Revelation 21:1-8.'By Calvary Spokane

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265. Thriving in Chaos: Merel van Dongen on Embracing Change, Motherhood & the Mindset Shift That Changed Everything 28:48

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This week on the SoccerGrlProbs Podcast, we sit down with Dutch international and current Liga MX Femenil defender Merel van Dongen for a raw and inspiring conversation about what it means to thrive in chaos. From shattering her nose mid-season to becoming a new mom, bouncing between countries, and qualifying for UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 with the Net…

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The Prospector's Path: Wes Barker's Wrestling Journey 1:10:50

4M ago1:10:50

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This week on New to Wrestling: After Dark, we’re joined by “The Prospector” Wes Barker—independent wrestler, old-school soul, and walking masterclass in how to grind with grace. From training under Chris Knight to Reality of Wrestling with Booker T, Wes takes us through a journey built on passion, adaptability, and a little chaos (like debuting in …

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The Unveiling - Part 81 The Books 1:09:34

4M ago1:09:34

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in Revelation. This multipart series will dive into the study, the interpretation, and will help better comprehend the passages and their meanings. Today we are in 'Revelation 20:11-15.'By Calvary Spokane

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The Rock's Self-Portrait & We Went to Anniversary 8 (Raw is War: 2.16.1998) 1:09:53

4M ago1:09:53

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This week, we dust off the VCR and jump back into the chaos of the Attitude Era with the February 16, 1998 episode of Raw Is War—and y’all, it’s a MESS in the best way. Kelsey remembers the Quebecers just in time, Xavier’s stressed about the Legion of Doom’s ongoing dumpster trauma, and we all agree that Jackyl’s “intellectual intercourse” is a war…

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The Unveiling - Part 80 The Millennium! 1:08:37

4M ago1:08:37

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Pastor Ken Ortize continues in Revelation. This multipart series will dive into the study, the interpretation, and will help better comprehend the passages and their meanings. Today we are in 'Revelation 20:8-10.'By Calvary Spokane

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264. Andrea Rán Snæfeld Hauksdóttir – Owning the Journey 26:44

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On this week’s pod, we sat down with Icelandic midfielder Andrea Rán Snæfeld Hauksdóttir — currently playing for Tampa Bay Sun and the Icelandic national team — for a raw, insightful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and rewriting your own playbook. From qualifying for the Euros but not making the final squad, to choosing college soccer a…