Scott Fishman, Author at StayTuned Magazine

Pro Wrestling Moms of the Ring

May 14, 2017 Scott Fishman

Season six of WWE Total Divas closed with Brie Bella revealing to husband Daniel Bryan that after much trying she was pregnant. Fast forward to today and the happy couple are sharing the joy of bringing home their daughter, Birdie Joe. Brie wanted to become a mom so much that she made the tough decision to step away from the ring. She is the latest in a line of women in pro wrestling who have taken the similar path. However, there are also those who juggle motherhood while still kicking butt in the squared circle. Among them is Mickie James, […]

Hangman Page on His Journey from High School Teacher to Ring of Honor Star

May 9, 2017 Scott Fishman

Hangman Page has proven to be one of the true emerging stars of Ring of Honor. And in the past year the 25-year-old Virginian has reached new heights as a member of the mega popular Bullet Club. Ahead of the War of the Worlds Pay-Per-View, Page reflects on his journey from high school teacher to teacher to full-time pro wrestler living a dream. CG: When you started with Ring of Honor, you were just about out of your teens. From where you are now, what has been like growing with the company as the company grows itself? Hangman Page: I […]

WWE Total Divas Season 6, Episode 9: What Happens in Vegas

January 18, 2017 Scott Fishman

It’s Vegas Total Divas style when the ladies and Rusev hit up Sin City. Renee Young wants to use the time as an opportunity to throw Lana a proper bachelorette party. Problem is Rusev isn’t a fan of the concept because of a friend’s past experience. Renee Young and Trinity decide to plan it for her. We learn Lana has a history of short relationships and being a party girl. She doesn’t want to do anything to ruin what she has with her Bulgarian husband-to-be. Lana aims to please Rusev and springs for a 10,000 square-foot suite with a basketball […]

WWE Total Divas Season 6, Episode 8: Pain in the Neck

January 12, 2017 Scott Fishman

Total Divas this week was a good news-bad news episode depending on who you want to talk about. The latter refers to Paige, who is feeling down in the dumps about being kept off TV and not working due to neck issues. She brings her puppy along backstage to help boast spirits. I know Josie and Winston are jealous that Paige’s dog gets to be backstage at WWE shows. The English superstar thinks surgery is out of the question and hopes physicality will help the shoulder and neck pain. Paige gets an M.R.I., which leads to a prognosis she isn’t […]

WWE Total Divas Season 6, Episode 7 Recap: A Win-Wine Situation

January 5, 2017 Scott Fishman

On last night’s WWE Total Divas, the upcoming brand extension has the ladies concerned. That’s because, with different superstars on Raw and SmackDown Live!, it could mean their wrestler significant others may end up on separate shows and touring schedules. Despite the uncertainty, Paige is happy to be back on TV and working more. Things end up taking a turn for the worst when something popped in her shoulder during a match after just returning to the ring. Eva Marie goes to San Antonio to spend some time with Paige, who moved to Texas to be with boyfriend Alberto Del […]

From Bellator MMA Cage to Celebrity Apprentice boardroom, Chael Sonnen Thrives on Competition

December 31, 2016 Scott Fishman

Those who have followed Chael Sonnen within the mixed martial arts world know him as outspoken, competitive and never boring. These traits made him a perfect addition to the already eclectic cast of this season’s Celebrity Apprentice, premiering Monday, Jan. 2 at 8/7 on NBC. Sonnen, a past coach on the UFC Ultimate Fighter, isn’t too keen on reality shows. However, he watched the Apprentice and likes the concept, so he signed on the dotted line. “It’s the ultimate game,” he said. “Take some of the best games you’ve ever played, free games, like hide-and-seek, tag with your friends and […]

WWE Total Divas Season 6, Episode 6 Recap: Too Many Cooks

December 22, 2016 Scott Fishman

Last night on Total Divas, Natalya is in a great spot in her career at the forefront of the women’s division. She wants sister Jenni to feel the same fulfillment in her own life. Nattie thinks Jen, who suffers from anxiety, just needs to start believing in herself and pursue her passion for cooking. She comes up with an idea for Jen to run cooking classes out of her kitchen. And so Delectable Divas, cooking classes for all levels, is born. Natalya really wants the inaugural class to have a good turnout. She enlists the help of Titus O’Neil, who […]

WWE Total Divas Season 6, Episode 5 Recap: Mother of the Groom

December 15, 2016 Scott Fishman

On last night’s Total Divas, Lana and Rusev are in the middle of wedding preparation, which with their different family backgrounds can bring a number of challenges. Rusev wants to marry his blonde beauty in Bulgaria because his mom wants a Bulgarian wedding. Lana, a pastor’s daughter, wants to keep it stateside. We meet their respective family members. Lana grew up in the former Soviet Union and can communicate with Rusev’s mom. Speaking of Rusev’s mom, she isn’t a fan of the “stripper pole” in the middle of a room. Go figure. Rusev and Lana try to cover it up […]

Matt Hardy on how his broken brilliance is fixing TNA Impact Wrestling

December 11, 2016 Scott Fishman

Matt Hardy has proven that even in today’s era of pro wrestling over-the-top characters can thrive and resonate with fans. The “Broken” persona has been a shot in the arm for his career, as well as helped garner newfound interest in the TNA Impact Wrestling product. Hardy’s creative renaissance truly took shape during a feud with brother Jeff, dubbed Brother Nero. Their rivalry climaxed in a grand spectacle known as the “Final Deletion” at Hardy’s residence in Cameron, North Carolina. With the off-the-wall vignettes leading up to the fight, unique way it was shot and overall production of the event, […]

WWE Total Divas Season 6 Episode 4 Recap: Gone Girl

December 8, 2016 Scott Fishman

There’ve been many questions in regards to Paige. Well, this week on Total Divas fans got a little glimpse of what has been going on with the popular WWE superstar. Natalya throws a going away party for Trinity, who is gearing up to film a movie. Paige comes, but she is not alone. She enters the room with new boyfriend, and fellow pro wrestler, Alberto Del Rio. She thinks he is “The One.” Nattie is a little skeptical about that statement considering the fact she didn’t even know they were together in the first place. Professionally, Natalya is enjoying the […]