Steve Maclin and Deonna Purrazzo Detail Boots to Boots Podcast and Documentary Focus
In a September 2025 interview with Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp, professional wrestler Steve Maclin discussed the launch of his podcast, Boots to Boots, which he co-hosts with Deonna Purrazzo. The pair debuted the platform in September 2025, using it to share personal narratives and broader conversations about mental health, career transitions, and community support. Maclin emphasized the project’s authenticity, stating, “We’re taking advantage of the situation… how do we bring the most realism out of me to the audience?”
Podcast Aims to Broaden Community Engagement
Maclin described the Boots to Boots podcast as a platform to connect with both wrestling and veteran communities. “We’re in the wrestling community and that’s who we’re trying to also branch out to and get eyes on from an audience,” he said. The show also targets individuals facing mental health struggles or career crossroads, with Maclin noting, “We’re just trying to be a voice for those that need to be heard at that time.” The pair’s collaborative approach includes featuring stories from others navigating similar challenges.
Documentary Explores Personal and Professional Journeys
A two-part documentary, released on the Boots to Boots YouTube channel, highlights Maclin’s experiences, including his journey to Maple Leaf Pro’s Northern Rising event. The second installment delves into the “good story to tell,” as Maclin put it. He referenced a conversation with wrestler Adam, who encouraged the pair to document their process: “He’s like, ‘I’m glad you documented this.’”.
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Focus on Authenticity and Mental Health Advocacy
Maclin stressed the importance of authenticity in both the podcast and documentary. “I’ve always tried to be the most authentic that I can of me and not go out there and try to be something that I’m not,” he said. The content also addresses mental health, a topic Maclin acknowledged is often underdiscussed. “Whether you agree with it, you don’t agree with it, it’s okay,” he added. The pair’s goal, he explained, is to foster open dialogue without judgment.
Podcast and Documentary Reach Expand Beyond Wrestling
Beyond wrestling fans, Boots to Boots seeks to engage veterans and first responders. Maclin mentioned the show’s efforts to “promote” these communities, framing the project as a way to amplify voices “dealing with those mental health struggles and going through a crisis in their life of a career change.” The podcast’s release schedule and documentary content align with this mission, offering a blend of personal storytelling and social commentary.
FAQ
When is the second part of the Boots to Boots documentary released?
The second installment of the documentary was released on the Boots to Boots YouTube channel, as mentioned by Maclin during his interview with Fightful.
What themes does the Boots to Boots podcast explore?
The podcast focuses on mental health, career transitions, and community support, with Maclin and Purrazzo sharing personal stories and featuring guests facing similar challenges.
How does Boots to Boots differ from traditional wrestling media?
Unlike conventional wrestling content, Boots to Boots emphasizes authenticity and social issues, addressing topics like mental health and career crises while engaging broader audiences beyond the wrestling community.