Building a Wrestling Career from the Ground Up | Jack O’Connor on Solo Spotlight Ep. 30

In Episode 30 of Solo Spotlight, host Ryan MacDougall sits down with rising independent wrestler and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor Jack O’Connor for a candid, unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to carve out space in the world of pro wrestling.

Born in the UK and raised in Alberta, Jack brings a unique perspective to the ring — combining a legit MMA and kickboxing background with the performance demands of being a heel on the indie wrestling scene. Together, Ryan and Jack unpack the psychology of in-ring storytelling, the struggle of balancing day jobs with passion, and the reality of mental and physical wellness behind the scenes.

From hecklers and small-town circuits to dream trips to Mexico and Japan, this episode is packed with insight, authenticity, and a behind-the-curtain look at what it's like to build somethin ...