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Talia

Talia is quickly making a name for herself as one of the top women on the indy scene today. Talia has worked for many indy promotions including JAPW, 3PW, and WXW. Recently, Talia faced Victoria on WWE Television. Now, Talia takes time out of her hectic schedule to answer 10 Questions for visitors to WrestlingClothesline.com. Be sure to check out Talia at http://www.myspace.com/talia_doll

1. How did you get started in professional wrestling? Did you always aspire to be a wrestler?

Growing up, I used to watch WWF now WWE with my dad all the time. I was always athletic throughout my childhood and growing up through middle school and high school playing softball, cheerleading, track and cross country. After high school was over, I still wanted to stay athletic and since I loved wrestling so much, I joined a local school and now here I am. :)

2. Who trained you? What did your training consist of?

I was trained by former ECW star "Jason Knight"

Our training consisted of about 200 squats, ten million jumping jacks (ok not that many, but thats what it felt like) drills in the ring, and just your basic in ring training working out matches and such 3-4 times a week. Jason is such a great trainer. He never babied me or treated me different because I am female. He treated me as if I was one of the boys and I am greatful for that. I've learned so much from him.

3. You recently appeared on WWE TV in a match against Victoria. What was that experience like? Why do you think you were chosen over so many other women on the indy scene?

Working with Victoria was such a wonderful experience!! She's a great girl, so sweet and so down to earth, also very friendly. I actually got a call from Tommy Dreamer asking if I wanted to work with her on Heat because WWE was in New Jersey and they needed a local girl. People seem to assume I got the match because of other reasons, but I dont even acknowlede them. Let 'em all hate! I could care less what "they" think. Overall, I had a great time there and I thank WWE for that experience.

4. As a woman, in a predominately male sport, are you ever treated differently by other wrestlers or promoters?

From my experience with them, no. I seem to get along with everyone for the most part. I think the women that might get treated differently by the wrestlers and promoters are the ones that surround themselves with drama.

5. Who are your top 5 favorite women to step into the ring with (or against) and why?

April Hunter- love working with or against her. We always have a good time. Did you see that handprint she left on my stomach from a chop?? DIZAM!!!!!

Mercedes Martinez- I always have great matches with her. She's such a solid worker and a great girl.

Krissy Vaine- We just "click" in the ring. Would love to work "with" her one day.

And although I have never had a match with her yet, I would love to work with Amber O'Neal one day.

There's so many other girls I like working with, but these are just a few.

6. What does "Essss-cuse Me!" mean to you? (April gave me that question)

OMFG!!! ESSS-CUSE me means I'm a F****** blind dyke idiot!!! LOL It's an inside joke but the complete story was in April Hunter's last newsletter.

7. What is the best thing about being in the wrestling business?

Best would have to be traveling to new places, meeting new people and just gathering up as much knowledge and experience as you can hoping one day to make it to the big time.

8. What is the worst thing about being in the wrestling business?

Worst, huh, theres so many reasons. People in this biz are backstabbers. They act like your friend to your face and as soon as youre gone, they are the same ppl hating on you behind your back. This is a very cut throat business. Everyone is competing for the same spot. Theres just a lot of drama in wrestling. You think the high school bs was bad??? High School was NOTHING compared to some of the things I have seen and heard people say or do in wrestling. It's too bad it has to be this way.

9. Who are your favorite wrestlers to watch in action?
Trish Stratus
Eddie Guerrero
Chris Benoit
Kurt Angle

10. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Rich, famous, healthy and still wrestling!! :)

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