The Wrestling Classic

Tara Zep on Mick Foley, Sabu & Death Match Wrestling

Tara Zep is a rising force on the independent wrestling scene, blending grit, charisma, and a relentless in-ring style that’s quickly turning heads. Known for her intensity and connection with the crowd, she continues to carve out her own lane while building momentum across promotions. With each match, Tara Zep proves she’s not just one to watch—she’s one to remember. In the newest "Casual Conversations with The Classic'' episode, the Wrestling Classic Justin catches up Tara Zep as she talks about breaking into wrestling, creating her persona, friendship with Mick Foley, Sabu, Working AEW, Death Matches, starting her own promotion and more! Enjoy! 00:35 - Intro and Bell to Bell 03:30 - Earliest Memories 04:45 - Undertaker 06:04 - Meeting Jeff Hardy 07:07 - Childhood Legend Effect 08:40 - Deciding to Train for Wrestling 10:54 - Lions Gate Dojo 12:20 - Realizing How REAL Wrestling Is 15:15 - Getting Use to Bumping 15:32 - Managing State of Emergency 17:44 - Manager Influences and Francine 18:50 - Creating the Vile Villain 20:50 - Focusing on the Character 21:07 - The Handcuff Entrance 23:25 - First Match 26:00 - AEW and ROH Appearance's 27:00 - Sabu and Chris Jericho Story 29:30 - Death Match Wrestling 31:50 - Mick Foley's Influence 32:44 - Tournament of Death Nick Gage Incident 35:28 - Relationship with Mick Foley 39:36 - Mick Foley's Appearnce at No Fate 40:50 - No Fate Pro Wrestling 44:45 - Will No Fate Return? 49:27 - Death Match Recommendations and ONITA 51:51 - Tara Zep Match Recommendations 53:05 - Jimmy Llyod 54:23 - Casanova Valentine and Joey Janela 55:47 - Dream Opponents 56:50 - Top 5 Favourite Wrestlers 01:01:29 - Sabu 01:01:40 - The Realism of Sabu 01:07:00 - Art 01:07:35 - Younger Self 01:08:19 - Wrapping Up We appreciate you visiting our YouTube Channel! Please subscribe, like and engage! My Official Website + Demo Reel - https://www.justindhillon.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewrestlingclassic/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewrestlingclassic X - https://x.com/twcworldwide Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheWrestlingClassic/ Articles - https://thewrestlingclassic.com/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/justindhillon44 Articles - https://thewrestlingclassic.com/ Reign City Toys https://www.reigncitytoys.com/ Just Yappin' Channel https://youtube.com/@justyappinboys?si=WfqYfc4xdiuM3yDJ WWE Shop Affiliate wwe-shop.sjv.io/RGRxQv 500 Level https://www.500level.com/ Join the Discord Community https://linktr.ee/thewrestlingclassic All Episodes are on "The Wrestling Classic" Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOQOYraeFlX-xd8f3adQtTw This show is available on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play when you search “TWC Show” iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/twc-show/id1474551466 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5DXU6kqwuKJPYwhnQPvQQE #TaraZep #VileVillian #ProWrestling