Boots to Boots

In the Season 2 finale of Boots to Boots, Deonna and Steve look back on the incredible success of Battle for the Brave, the first-ever wrestling showcase they promoted in support of veterans and first responders.We also take your fan questions and discuss the possibility of bringing Battle for the Brave back for a second year.Additionally, Steve reflects on the recent passing of one of his fellow Marines and the impact that loss has had on him, while sharing why honoring the veteran community remains at the heart of everything we do.This episode is about gratitude, reflection, loss, growth, and what comes next for Boots to Boots and Battle for the Brave.Thank you for being part of Season 2.🎙️ Watch or listen now on Boots to Boots.

In this episode of Boots to Boots, we sit down with professional wrestler and fitness entrepreneur Steve Gibki.Steve and Deonna look back on their early days training together at Team Adams, traveling across the country for independent wrestling shows, and learning what it takes to survive in professional wrestling.We also preview Battle for the Brave on June 6 in Rahway, New Jersey, where Steve will compete in the first-ever Battle for the Brave Gauntlet Cup. As a local competitor with family members who have served, he shares why supporting veterans and first responders through this event means so much to him.This episode is about discipline, sacrifice, entrepreneurship, and chasing your goals without losing sight of who you are.🎙️ Watch or listen now on Boots to Boots.

In this episode of Boots to Boots, we sit down with Raymond Lott, better known to the world as "The Marine Rapper," to talk about his incredible journey from the front lines of Iraq and Afghanistan to the top of the Billboard charts.Raymond opens up about his 10 years of service as a U.S. Marine Combat Correspondent, the raw realities of transitioning back to civilian life, and how he turned to rap as a form of telling stories. We discuss his passion for building a community that champions veteran artists, the hustle behind his multi-platinum success, and what it truly means to use your voice.This conversation is about legacy, creative resilience, and proving that your story doesn’t end when you hang up the uniform; sometimes that’s exactly where the next major chapter begins.🎙️ Watch or listen to the full episode now on Boots to Boots.

In this episode of Boots to Boots, we take you behind the scenes of building Battle for the Brave — the first professional wrestling event we’ve ever promoted ourselves.We talk about the reality of becoming promoters for the first time: the stress, the challenges, the unexpected problems, and everything we’ve learned while trying to bring this event to life. From booking talent and organizing the card to balancing the business side of wrestling, this process has given us a completely new perspective on the industry we’ve spent our lives in.We also break down the matches we’re most excited for, why certain moments on the card mean so much to us personally, and why we believe this event supporting veterans and first responders will make every challenge worth it in the end.Battle for the Brave takes place June 6 in Rahway, New Jersey, benefiting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.🎙️ Watch or listen now on Boots to Boots.

From the rebirth of Women of Honor to being the voice of of Ring of Honor — this is ROH’s story through the eyes of the voice who lived it. For more than two decades, he has been the voice that welcomed fans to the ring — and one of the few people who has witnessed every era of Ring of Honor from the inside.In this episode of Boots to Boots, Bobby Cruise takes us through the evolution of ROH — from the early days of independent wrestling, to the rise of the Pure wrestling style, to the uncertainty that came when the company closed its doors in 2021.We also reflect on the creation and growth of Women of Honor, and what it took to bring that division to life — from the first opportunities given to women in ROH to the foundation that helped shape today’s women’s wrestling landscape. Bobby shares his perspective on watching that movement grow, and the role so many women — including Deonna — played in building something that would last.Finally, we talk about the emotional moment when ROH found new life, what it means to see the brand continue to evolve, and why its legacy still matters to wrestlers and fans alike.This conversation is about history, perseverance, and the people who helped build Ring of Honor — era by era.🎙️ Watch the full episode now on Boots to Boots.

At TNA Sacrifice, just three minutes into the main event, Steve Maclin was knocked out after a hard shot from Mike Santana — and the referee made the call to stop the match.In this episode of Boots to Boots, Stephen and Deonna sit down to talk honestly about what happened that night, how he’s feeling now, and the moments behind the scenes that fans didn’t see — from the referee stopping the match, to the people who helped get him to the hospital, to what Deonna was experiencing while it all unfolded.This conversation is about recovery, resilience, and the reality of life in professional wrestling — when the unexpected happens.We also share important updates on our upcoming Battle for the Brave show supporting veterans and first responders.If you’ve ever faced a setback, an injury, or a moment that forced you to slow down, this episode is for you.

This week on Boots to Boots, we sit down with former WWE Champion Jinder Mahal to talk about resilience, reinvention, and what it really takes to build a career that lasts beyond the spotlight.From deep wrestling roots to becoming the first Indian WWE Champion, Jinder’s journey has been anything but ordinary. He opens up about the pressure of legacy, navigating releases, and how he continues to redefine himself both inside and outside the ring.We also discuss what success really means in the wrestling business, the lessons he’s learned through setbacks and second chances, and why treating your career like a business is critical for longevity.This episode is about discipline, perseverance, and finding purpose through change — something every athlete, veteran, and professional can relate to.

In this episode of Boots to Boots, Deonna Purrazzo and Steve Maclin sit down with Martin Foster, a newly retired Air Force veteran after 23 years of service and the host of the Passing the Torch podcast.Martin is actively walking through the transition we so often talk about—stepping away from the uniform, redefining identity, and intentionally searching for the next mission while honoring the one that came before. Together, they discuss leadership, accountability, and what it really means to pass the torch while still finding your footing in a new chapter.This conversation is for anyone navigating change in real time, carrying their values forward, and building purpose beyond service.🎧 Listen now, and follow, subscribe, and share with someone who’s in the middle of their own transition.

We recap the last two episodes and talk about intentionally bringing more female voices into Boots to Boots.We also turn the conversation inward, diving into our own relationship—the hardest moments, the seasons we didn’t show, and the parts we didn’t even fully share with each other at the time.Along the way, we reflect on the advice from our recent guests that hit home the hardest—and how those lessons shape not only our marriage, but the way Deonna and Steve approach their professional lives as well.This episode is about growth, vulnerability, and what it really takes to move forward—together.

In this episode of Boots to Boots, hosts Deonna Purrazzo and Steve Maclin sit down with AEW Women’s Coach Madison Rayne for an honest conversation about evolution in professional wrestling and life beyond the ring.From World Champion to mother and mentor, Madison shares how her role in wrestling has changed, what leadership looks like when the spotlight shifts, and how she approaches coaching the next generation of women in AEW. She opens up about longevity in the wrestling industry, balancing motherhood with a demanding career, and learning when to transition from performer to leader.We discuss the realities of women’s wrestling, the responsibility that comes with experience, and how reinvention is often the key to staying fulfilled — both personally and professionally.This episode is about growth, perspective, and purpose — and what it means to keep moving forward when your boots take you down a new path.🎙️ Boots to Boots — new episodes every Monday.

Welcome to the season finale of Boots to Boots — the podcast where military veterans, pro wrestlers, and athletes share real stories about transition, identity, purpose, and life after service.In this episode, Deonna Purrazzo and Steve Maclin answer YOUR questions about: • Life after the military & veteran transition • Mental health, identity, and finding purpose • Wrestling vs. hockey culture • Heroes Cup and veteran community sports • Marriage, career changes, and navigating chaos • Behind-the-scenes of AEW, TNA, and pro wrestling • What’s next for Boots to Boots in 2025Whether you’ve listened since Day 1 or you’re just finding us now, we can’t thank you enough for being part of this community.Season 2 is coming early 2025 — with new guests, new stories, and new missions to chase.Watch, listen, and join the conversation. 🥾🇺🇸Subscribe on YouTube, rate us on Apple & Spotify, and stay tuned for what’s next.

The founders of HEROES CUP join us! 🏒🔥Josh & Mike Lentin break down how the Heroes Cup became a massive force for good — raising money, building community, and giving veterans and first responders a place to belong again.Episode is live now. 🇺🇸

Deonna and Steve talk with Scott Parker, former NHL enforcer turned passionate supporter of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.This conversation focuses on life after the NHL — and the mission Parker has taken on to honor and uplift veterans and first responders with his own foundation, Parker’s Platoon. This is an honest, emotional discussion about finding a new mission, honoring those who sacrifice, and building a life defined not by the fights he had on the ice, but by the ones he chooses to fight now.Parker’s story isn’t just about toughness — it’s about purpose, and finding a new way to serve when one chapter ends.A powerful episode for anyone connected to the veteran community or the T2T mission.