About “The Greatest Commentary Team in Professional Wrestling”
“The Doctor of Professional Wrestling” Mike Blankenship, Ph.D. and “The Excellence of Elocution” Walter Dixon are not just a commentary team — they are a lifelong brotherhood built on passion, precision, and an unshakable love for the sport.
Growing up only miles apart in Pike County, Kentucky, Mike and Walter spent their childhood doing what would one day become their destiny: watching professional wrestling with absolute devotion and “calling matches” from their living rooms long before either man ever touched a broadcast headset. What began as two kids imitating their heroes evolved into a bond that shaped their lives. Even into adulthood, they reunited time and time again to “cuss and discuss” the greatest moments in wrestling history.
Their professional journey began in October 2023 with Wildfire Championship Wrestling, where they quickly became the defining voices of the promotion as its official commentary team. Their sharp analysis, humor, storytelling, and unmatched chemistry elevated every match they touched. When Wildfire went AWOL in April 2024, the duo didn’t disappear — they adapted, evolved, and rose even higher.
In June 2024, Mike and Walter helped found Elevate Pro Wrestling, a promotion built on passion, integrity, and the belief that independent wrestling deserved a platform that honored its past while pushing its future forward. Their commentary became the heartbeat of EPW — a blend of academic insight, Appalachian grit, and a level of elocution that made every moment feel monumental.
Their influence expanded even further with the launch of their weekly podcast and YouTube channel, “Cussin’ & Discussin’.” Fans from across the globe — the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Brazil, Türkiye, Germany, Egypt, Kenya, the Philippines, Colombia, Venezuela, Jordan, Iraq, Australia, Japan, and many more — tune in weekly to hear their unfiltered takes, deep dives, and signature banter.
Today, Mike and Walter also serve as the official commentary team of Aftermath Pro Wrestling in Coal Grove, Ohio. Whether behind the desk at EPW or calling the action for Aftermath Pro, they continue to raise the bar for what professional wrestling commentary can be.
From childhood fans to foundational voices in modern independent wrestling, they remain committed to one mission:
Tell the stories. Honor the craft. Elevate the moment. And above all else — the fans come first
Our mission
From Pike County, Kentucky to the global stage, our purpose is simple:
Give every moment meaning. Give every competitor their due. Give every fan a reason to feel connected.
We are committed to:
Championing independent professional wrestling and the communities that shaped us
Delivering commentary with integrity, insight, and energy
Telling the stories that deserve to be told
Uplifting independent wrestling through our work with Elevate Pro Wrestling, Aftermath Pro, and beyond
Engaging fans worldwide through our podcast, live events, and digital presence
Putting the audience first — always
We exist to honor the craft, elevate the moment, and ensure that every fan, everywhere, feels the magic of professional wrestling.
Our vision
We envision a world where:
Independent professional wrestling stands proudly on the global stage, recognized for its heart, grit, and history
Independent promotions thrive, supported by commentary that elevates every athlete and every moment
Fans across continents feel connected, whether they’re in a packed gym, watching online, or tuning in to “Cussin’ & Discussin’” from halfway around the world
Professional wrestling commentary is treated as an art form, blending knowledge, passion, and performance into something unforgettable
Our partnership continues to grow, expanding into new promotions, new platforms, and new opportunities to tell the stories that matter
At the core of our vision is a simple belief:
Wrestling deserves voices who care — voices who honor its past, celebrate its present, and help shape its future.
And we intend to be those voices for as long as there’s a ring, a crowd, and a story worth telling.