Wrestling contracts, injury time, and wrestler pay lead Episode 70 as MVP explains how missed time can be added back to a deal, why injured wrestlers may still be paid, and when reclaiming that time can be fair business. Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is the weekly pro wrestling conversation between longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP), a former WWE United States Champion and current AEW star and manager of The Hurt Syndicate, and Houston based rapper, songwriter, and recording artist Dwayne Swayze.MVP also explains why wrestlers should not hide serious injuries or try to work through them, drawing on how the business has changed and why getting healthy protects both a career and a wrestler’s brand.The conversation turns to Cowboy Bebop, its Netflix live action adaptation, Spike Spiegel, and why MVP considers the anime one of his all-time favorites.MVP and Dwayne also debate LeBron James versus Michael Jordan, remember Tiger Mask IV and classic Japanese wrestling, and close with MVP’s approach to parenting through movies like Terminator 2, Alien, Die Hard, and Predator.Get early access, exclusive behind-the-scenes, and bonus content you won’t find anywhere else. Unlock the real story behind the squared circle—join our Patreon now → https://www.patreon.com/TheMarkingOutShow 🔥About Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze:Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze is a weekly pro wrestling podcast where longtime friends Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP), a former WWE United States Champion and current AEW star and manager of The Hurt Syndicate, and Dwayne Swayze, a Houston based rapper, songwriter, and recording artist, get into the world of professional wrestling. Every week MVP and Dwayne break down wrestling history, promos, match psychology, road stories, and the business behind the spectacle, with the occasional guest joining the conversation.New episodes every week. Audio drops at midnight ET Monday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available, and the full video premieres Monday at 1 PM ET on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on professional wrestling.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marking-out-with-mvp-and-dwayne-swayze/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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