EP. 28 – Montel Vontavious Porter Explains Calling Matches in New Japan and Speaking Wrestling

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 covers calling matches in New Japan with language barriers, MVP’s path to the inaugural IWGP Intercontinental title, the grind of the G1 tour, his pitch that helped inspire New Japan World, and hard-earned stories from Tokyo nights—all with raw, unfiltered insight from one of the most respected veterans in the business. MVP breaks down “speaking wrestling,” why most work is on the left side versus lucha’s right, and how body language, simple calls like “lariato,” and help from Jado, Gedo, and referees such as Red Shoes bridge gaps. He recalls beating future aces like Okada on the way to the first IWGP Intercontinental Championship. He contrasts WWE’s schedule with New Japan tours, six weeks on the road for G1, long bus rides versus bullet trains, and the reality of travel on a wrestler’s body. He shares the pride of receiving his first G1 kit and Wrestle Kingdom warmups and seeing his face on G1 train ads. MVP says he pitched the core idea that became New Japan World: English-friendly content, highlight matches, and easier merch access for overseas fans. About Marking Out with MVP and Dwayne Swayze: 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 deep dives into promos, match strategy, and the business behind the spectacle. No topic is off limits. New episodes release every Monday. Audio drops at midnight CT on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and everywhere podcasts are available. The full video show premieres at noon CT on YouTube. Subscribe for real talk, real stories, and a fresh perspective on the world of professional wrestling. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marking-out-with-mvp-and-dwayne-swayze/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy