It feels so foreign posting on here. I have barely touched this site since May of 2015, when after 4 years, I ended the Troy Show. I have updated the site for a school project. So if the trimmings look different, that is why. I would never blatantly post my resume online!  The archives are still here. Just search for a specific topic or guest and it will pop up.

The task of the class was to include my best work. You'll find Troy Show episodes, Speeches, and poetry that best solidifies my truest strength. I am a story teller. I want you to feel an emotion. If I have to open my heart for you to feel better about your day, than so be it.

That is the common thread throughout this portfolio. My willingness to be open, and honest about myself and the world. It is an acquired taste, not everyone can handle my tone. It works for me and I believe is an asset to any team looking to grow to the next level.

I highly encourage you to check out the interview with Palmer Williams Jr and of course the President of OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Sheri Salata. These highlight the best and worst part of The Troy Show. At its best the show made you feel better about yourself. At its worst it served as a way for me to try to be the next Oprah Winfrey. Also check out "Orange Tint." It's an emotional story about how I overcame being homeless at one point. Its one of the best, most raw things i've ever done.

This portfolio is a reminder of what I was able to do at such a young age and how U.W. Stout  is preparing me for my future.

I look forward to the next chapter of my life!

This past summer before Adele blazed the charts and before Justin Bieber got nude, another headline sparked the world. Taylor Swift and Rapper Nicki Minaj got into a little tiff. Nicki was upset that black artists were under represented at in the "Video of The Year" category at the MTV Video Music Awards. Taylor clapped back on Twitter creating a firestorm.

The issue was bigger than Taylor Swift or Nicki Minaj. At the heart of it, there is a big a racial divide on Twitter as their is in the real world. 

I discussed that on my blog.

https://medium.com/@TheTroyMcDonald/white-twitter-vs-black-twitter-2f736c6911a0

Thanks for clicking.

After 4 years, I have decided to end The Troy Show.

Literally every week of my adult life I've spent with you. I was podcasting before it was cool! However the time has come for me to move on and do something new in my life.

I have truly enjoyed every moment that I've shared over the past few years. I have grown so much. I hope we all took something away from this experience.

I will keep the site up for those who want to listen to past episodes or read certain things.

I want to thank all the guests that took a chance on me. Sheri Salata the President of OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network, WWE Hall of Famers Booker T and Trish Stratus, producer of the daytime talk show "The Real" Sally Ann Salsano and so many others. Your stories inspired me.

For those of you who did listen, whether it be once or every week, It meant the world to me! I sincerely appreciated your time.

There comes a time in life when you have to let go. The pain isn't in the letting go, its in the fear of the unknown. I don't know whats next for me. However, I do know that I will be OK.

They say the only prayer and words of wisdom ever needed are Thank you.

So from the bottom of my heart

Thank you,

This is an episode nearly two months in the making. Zack W.Van and I sit down for a fun chat about today's hottest topics. We talk about the fashion and music from this past Sunday's Billboard Music Awards and play a fun game of Two truths one lie.  We run it down..literally and give our heated opinions.

Listen to the show on iTunes and Stitcher 


Follow me on Twitter @TheTroyMcDonald

Follow Zack W Van on Twitter and Vine @ZackWVan

Booker T is a 35 Time wrestling champion. A historic feat by any figure. He is one of the most beloved WWE Superstars of all time and for the first time in his new book "My Rise To Wrestling Royalty" he takes you step by step along the way to glory. It is one of my favorite books of all time..period. Booker T shares his thoughts on the most controversial moments along his journey, has choice words for John Cena, and puts Dolph Ziggler, Daniel Bryan and others on complete and utter blast. Listen below

Purchase "Booker T: My Rise to Wrestling Royalty"  here

Subscribe to The Troy Show on iTunes and Stitcher here

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BTBW Superstar and one of my favorite Pro-wrestlers in the world Devin Dallia aka "The Natural"
stops by The Troy Show! We talk about the pressure he feels to be the top guy and carry BTBW, comparisons to John Cena, and his position on the card, Devin also makes a SHOCKING career announcement that I had NO idea about.


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Cactus Jack AKA Mick Foley falling through barbed wired and glass 

Its the early 90's and a young wrestler named Mick Foley was trying to make a name for himself. He was given what is called a test or "dark match" on the now defunct World Championship Wrestling. He was wrestling the Stiener Brothers who were known to be aggressive in the ring. During the match Mick dove from the ring and hit and elbow onto concrete. Something never attempted before.

WCW Employee Arn Anderson went up to him and asked what kind of "sense" that made to risk his body for the fans like that. Foley replied "because I have no dollars."

Mick Foley exemplifies what the wrestling business is all about. What does Triple H, Brock Lesnar, The Briscoe Brothers, Adam Cole, Randy Orton, John Cena, Seth Rollins, Mick Foley, wrestling fans and countless others have in common. They are all tougher than Floyd Mayweather.

No doubt about it he is a draw. Floyd will make $120,000.000 from one nights worth of work.  I refused to watch. Floyd doesn't give a damn about you. The "fight of the century" was never about your entertainment but rather lining the fighters pocket book.

Very few WWE superstars and wrestlers get into the business for the money. If they do, they usually don't last.And as fans we appreciate it and notice that.. Hell, the WWE has worked almost two years to get Roman Reigns over. It is starting to work because fans see he is WORKING FOR IT. Being pushed today, is the proverbial kiss of death.

Most WWE stars start off in it was called the "indies" where most wrestlers don't get paid and wrestle in front of 15-20 people a night because they LOVE IT. I spoke to one insider who said some get paid in nothing more than a "hot dog and a handshake." Its not about the money or the fame. They love performing for YOU.

The sorry and old argument that WWE is fake is as tired and gassed out as Al Snow after a 10 minute match. Triple H tore his quads and STILL wrestled after only 8 months of rehab. Unheard of by sports standards. Mick Foley lost an ear. (pictured below)  Rey Mysterio Jr. has had surgery 5-6 times on his knees and unfortunately killed a man in the ring.
The outcomes are predetermined, but the risks of death

Mick Foley smiling after his ear was severed

and serious injury are just as real as boxing.

Floyd Mayweather would never box in front of 20 people without millions on the line. Neither would Hulk Hogan. The difference is the performance is not about the Hulkster even at this late stage. With 100,000 people expected at WrestleMania 32 everybody on that card will want to impress YOU! Its about excelling and pushing physical limits for OUR entertainment.

It doesn't bother me that Mayweather is rich. It bothers me that he does it flaunting it in our face. Because he doesn't give a DAMN. You've been duped, bamboozled. You can't ask for your money back. Mayweather has probably already spent it.

If your not a fan, I encourage you to watch Monday Night Raw on USA network tonight and see the guys HUSTLING for your entertainment. Watch Ring of Honor on the weekends, Reality of Wrestling or one of the many other alternatives to the WWE machine. The business runs on YOU and not just your money.

I wish I could say the same for Floyd Mayweather.


~Troy McDonald
@TheTroyMcDonald

Hey! Every week I'm sharing my faves! Let me know what you like and any good new artists I should check out @TheTroyMcDonald  I'll think you'll be shocked by my choices..

This week tracks from Ariana Grande, Two Door Cinema Club, one of my Coachella faves St.Paul and The Broken Bones and many more! 

River Gibbs is one of the most unique people you'll ever meet. At just 17 years old, River is an active Michael Jackson impersonator and also hunts for Sasquatches ..aka Big Foot. River shares his unique experiences and how he had the courage to come out as Bisexual earlier this year. 

Follow River @River_Gibbs on twitter and at RiverGibbs.webs.com 

He is one of my favorite YouTube stars in the world and so I was honored to chat with him. He has almost half a million YouTube Subscribers and has my favorite channel on Periscope. Keaton and I talk about his road to YouTube fame, whats next for him, and what he expects in his future girlfriend.

Listen to the episode below and Subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher 

Follow Keaton

Periscope @Keat

Snapchat @TechSmartt

Twitter @Keaton

YouTube.com/List

YouTube.com/Tech 

Former WWE and Current Lucha Underground superstar Alberto El Patron stops by The Troy Show. We talk about it all. From his humble roots to his controversial departure from the WWE, Alberto answers no-holds bared. What does he think of CM Punk being sued by the WWE? What does he think about Vince McMahon, and Roman Reigns? Listen below.

Catch Lucha Underground on The El Ray Network Wednesday at  8/7pm Central 

World renowned positive thinking expert Valorie Burton stops by to share how we can become better quipped to handle life's most challenging situations in just 21 days. How can you make better and more effective decisions in 21 days? Listen below.

For more information on Valorie and the 21 day challenge click here. 

He is best known for his role on the critically acclaimed "The Wire." Now, Jamie Hector is staring in a brand new show produced by Amazon Studios entitled "Bosch" (based on the Michael Connelly series). Jamie shares what its like working with Amazon and what his villain characters would say to other villians like Kayne West.


Catch "Bosch" on Amazon.com starting on February 13th.

Artist and rocker Regina Zernay Roberts has been around the world as bassist to such stars as Ceelo Green. Now her new group Detroit Diesel Power is climbing the ranks in rock. Regina shares her road stories and what its like for bands in this new digital age of music.


Download Detroit Diesel Power's new album "16:16" available now on iTunes and/or Amazon.

SWV had it all money, fame and success for days. They became icons. Their first album "It's About Time" went platinum multiple times. Their hit "Weak" went soaring to number one on the Billboard charts. Bad business deals, and backstage drama derailed the group in 1998. 17 years later the group is at again better than ever. Their journey has been chronicled on the hit reality tv show SWVReunited which returns on WEtv January 7th at 10/9:00pm central. Troy chats with Leann "Lee Lee" , Coko and Taj about their struggles, successes, and what they think of the music industry today.

Be sure to watch "SWV Reunited" Tonight at 10/9:00pm central time on WEtv

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Teddy McDonald before his KO victory last month. 

This is a historic Troy Show first! MMA Star, and Troy's brother, Teddy McDonald sits down for his first ever radio interview. Teddy talks about his recent victory and whats next for his career. How does he feel about people calling the sport of MMA dangerous? What is it like to be on the legendary Ben Rothwell's fight team? What message does Teddy have for his future opponents? The answers to these questions and so much more here.

Follow Teddy on Twitter @TheGorillaBoy262 

For more information on Rothwell MMA Visit http://rothwellmma.com/

All your top entertainment headlines in less than 10! The all new Troy Show is here! Brand new format ALL HOT TOPICS. With real and honest opinion. Mariah Carey FAILED in Tokyo. We prove why there are NO EXCUSES to her TRAGIC performance. Entertainer Denzell Armon aka DI'ver$e has been facing some heavy criticism and Troy responds. Gay Marriage had a successful showing today. Troy's remarks are the most controversial YET. 

Listen below. 

For the first time in nearly three months DI'ver$e sits down for a one on one interview. We talk about his new music, fame, the industry, girls, and the love he has for his growing fan base.

DI'ver$e's new EP "Unleashed" comes out on October 31st, his 18th birthday.



Check this out on Chirbit

Download "Lowkey" here 
Follow him on twitter and insta @OSODIVERSE
Add him as a friend on facebook DennyLanez
Purchase offical merchandise OsoDiverse.Spreadshirt.com 

Can you believe its been 3 years since the debut of Troy Show? It seems like just yesterday I began this journey with all of you. I have been blessed to talk to news makers, controversial Access Hollywood to get the latest gossip on the Oscars and we teamed up with Yahoo! to reveal the biggest searches of the
figures, and celebrities. This past season we went behind the scenes with
year.

We did things a little bit differently than in the past and things grew tremendously. I went on a 30 day challenge to loose weight and I am proud to report that I have stuck too it. If you were to have told me that I would be out every Saturday morning with the "exercise people" I would have said no way. 

If there was one thing I learned in season two it is to NEVER say "no way." After two years of trying to make it work, I had a sit down interview with the President of OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Sheri Salata. It was our biggest interview to date in my opinion. Who can forget Palmer Williams Jr. from the hit OWN show "Love thy Neighbor?" He was one of my faves as well. 

I am excited to see what season 3 brings on The Troy Show. This season we are gonna break loose a little bit. Let's make a date ok? How does September 15th sound? I think you'll find that there's a whole lot of life's lessons still to learn. The party has just begun!

Sincerely, 

For most people wining a championship or a medal is a rare occasion. Its a moment to be celebrated and cherished forever. Carissa Moore is an exception to that. Not only has she done the rare thing of winning a championship but she is the youngest person to ever do it. In fact she has won 2 world titles since and is going for her third.

2 time World Championship Surfer Carissa Moore is here!

Carissa shares her secrets to success and how she stays in top shape all year long. How does she handle the shark infested waters of being in a male dominated world? Carissa speaks candidly in this all new Troy show. 

Check this out on Chirbit