EP. 48 – Montel Vontavious Porter Explains Medical Checks, Merch and His Final Match

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 Episode 48, MVP compares dominant champions to fighting champions, explains how show-day medical checks work, opens up about retirement, details his Wolff-Parkinson-White diagnosis, and breaks down merch approvals and Fury Fighting Championships, all with raw, unfiltered insight from one of the most respected veterans in the business.MVP explains why a fighting champion creates a stronger emotional investment, using John Cena’s open challenge style as a contrast to dominant champions like Brock Lesnar and long title runs like Roman Reigns before Cody Rhodes finally broke through. It becomes a sharp discussion on how fans connect to adversity, suspense, and the payoff of a champion fighting from underneath.He also walks through how medical and safety checks vary by state athletic commission, how AEW trainers and doctors handle treatment and return clearances, and what he wants his own final run to look like. His ideal ending is leaving his boots in an AEW ring after a retirement match, then taking one last indie farewell tour in the United States, Europe, and hopefully the UK.The episode gets personal when MVP explains his Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, how WWE’s wellness program caught it, and how that led to the Matt Hardy boxing angle with Evander Holyfield. He also reveals the condition returned, forcing him out of a planned Fury Sub Hunter grappling appearance.MVP closes by breaking down how merch gets approved in AEW and WWE, why talent usually has final say on shirts, and how Fury Fighting Championships has become a strong Houston pipeline for rising MMA talent. Vegas live recordings are also on deck.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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy