Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly wrestling podcast hosted by longtime friends MVP, a professional wrestling veteran with over 20 years in the business, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston-based rapper with a deep love for the sport. Every Monday, MVP pulls back the curtain on pro wrestling, breaking down its history, behind-the-scenes moments, and the psychology that makes it all work. With firsthand experience in the ring, he shares unfiltered insight, legendary road stories, and d ...
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EP. 20 – Samoa Joe, John Cena, The Rock: Dream Feuds + Slow-Burn Booking + Prison Spider Fights
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Dream matches, slow-burn storytelling, and a prison “spider fight” tale you won’t believe. Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP answers fan questions about dream wrestling…
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EP. 19 – Wrestling’s Physical Toll, Hot Tags & Most Painful Finishers
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MVP reveals his all-time top five music artists, then dives into wrestling’s pain, psychology, and rarest payoffs. Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP shares his top five…
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EP. 18 – Toni Storm Unfiltered: Pies, Promos & the Reality of Wrestling Stardom
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Toni Storm holds nothing back as she reveals the realities of creative freedom, her controversial WWE moments, and rising to new heights in AEW. Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. This candi…
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EP. 17 – Ring Psychology, Rookie Roadblocks & Crowd Control
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MVP pulls back the curtain on wrestling's hidden dynamics, revealing secrets of working with rookies and reading audiences. Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP dives deep…
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EP. 16 – Ricochet on AEW return, Rey Mysterio classic, and reigniting his passion
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Ricochet explains how AEW lit the fire again and why his first singles match with Rey Mysterio still hits different. Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper and songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In Episode …
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EP. 15 – Backstage Truths, Road Survival & the Art of Audience Reaction
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From broken trust to brutal schedules, MVP lifts the curtain on the hidden world of professional wrestling. Revealing stories about Undertaker breaking character mid-match, backstage etiquette when injuries occur, and why wrestling without trust is impossible, this episode is packed with insight. Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter …
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EP. 14 - Mercedes Moné Breaks Down Reinventing After WWE, Japan Lessons & Goals in AEW
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Before the bell rings, Mercedes Moné is already setting the bar high—lugging six championship belts through airports and plotting her next climb. Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston rapper Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze pulls fans straight into pro‑wrestling’s inner circle. In this guest episod…
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EP. 13 - Montel Vontavious Porter on His AEW Role, Ring Psychology, and the Art of the Audible
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What makes a wrestler truly last 20+ years—and stay relevant across eras, companies, and continents? Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. MVP opens up about what separ…
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EP. 12 – Samoa Joe Breaks Down Loyalty, Leadership & Modern Wrestling Culture
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Samoa Joe on AEW, WWE, and Impact Wrestling—what it really takes to earn respect in the locker room. Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this special episode, AEW …
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EP. 11 – Locker Room Leadership, Adrenaline, & Tag Team Chemistry
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP answers fresh Patreon questions, starting with his signature fashion style and the influence of Japanese wrestling culture—including l…
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EP. 10 – The Art of Selling, Wrestling’s Social Media Shift & Heel Tactics
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP reveals how legendary mentors like Arn Anderson and William Regal shaped his heel psychology, ring style, and mindset. He explains wha…
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EP. 9 – Hurt Business Reunion & WWE Gimmicks That Almost Failed
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP breaks down what separates top wrestlers from the rest—from mastering nerves in high-stakes WWE matches, to the critical difference be…
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EP. 8 – Hurt Syndicate Theme, Indie Wrestling, & Locker Room Politics
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. This episode begins with the origin story behind the Hurt Syndicate's theme music. MVP breaks down how the track came together with Smoke DZA, Westside Gun…
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EP. 7 – Life After Wrestling: Injury, Money, and the Hard Truths
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP pulls back the curtain on the physical toll, financial realities, and emotional challenges that come with life in—and after—the ring. …
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EP. 6 – Mic Skills, Promo Prep & Earning Respect in Wrestling
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP reconnects with Gangrel at a Coastal Championship Wrestling anniversary show in South Florida. Originally slated for a one-on-one bout…
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EP. 5 – Locker Room Heat, Spot Calling, & The Myth of The Push
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP breaks down locker room heat—what it is, how to avoid it, and why disrespect can make life on the road miserable. He shares stories of…
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EP. 4 – Black Belt Matches, Road Reps, & Earning Trust in the Ring
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. This episode explores what it truly takes to build trust, chemistry, and long-term credibility between wrestlers—especially while working nonstop on the ro…
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EP. 3 – Losing on Purpose, Getting Buried, & Surviving the Doghouse
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP breaks down the politics, psychology, and professionalism behind losing a match in pro wrestling—and why it’s not always a bad thing. …
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EP. 2 – Gimmicks, Injuries, & Owning Your Name in WWE
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this episode, MVP reveals how he fought to create and protect the MVP character—from pitching it to WWE brass in a high-stakes 30-second meeting with Jo…
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EP. 1 – Life on the Road, Promos, & the Truth Behind WWE
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Hosted by longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) and Houston-based rapper & songwriter Dwayne Swayze, Marking Out takes you inside the world of professional wrestling like never before. In this premiere episode, MVP pulls back the curtain on life as a full-time wrestler, revealing the brutal reality of spending over 270 days a year on the …
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