Reviving the Heart of Wrestling with Mike Gerard

Just dropped a powerful episode of the King Me Revs Hype Podcast with Mike Gerard, owner of Atlantic Pro Wrestling.

We went deep on what really matters in this business — storytelling, community, and family.

The Rev Dude shared how attending shows with his daughter JJ has created some of his favorite memories. Mike related immediately, talking about how his own daughter runs the front of the house at APW — handling tickets, greeting fans, and keeping everything moving. “She runs the front of the house. I wouldn’t be able to do this without her,” he said. That family energy is real.

Mike was also refreshingly honest about the need to improve storytelling. “We need to get back to making clear storylines that keep fans talking long after they leave the show.” No excuses, just a clear commitment to giving fans something worth remembering.

He also spoke about working with veterans like John Cena Sr., who’s been helping with creative and bringing that old-school mentality into the mix. Tradition meeting modern independent wrestling — that’s a strong combination.

What stood out most was Mike’s willingness to say the hard thing: “This isn’t going the way I want it to go.” That kind of honesty is rare, and it’s exactly why APW has a real shot at building something special.

This episode is full of passion, real talk, and a clear vision for the future of Atlantic Pro Wrestling.

Go listen to the full conversation on the King Me Revs Hype Podcast. You’re going to feel the heart in this one.