Grappling With Canada

Grappling With Canada needs your help!! Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this month's episode, Andy is joined by two fantastic guests to discuss not only the career of Ivan Koloff, but also his lasting impact as a stand up human being in the wacky world of professional wrestling!Benny Scala joined the program to discuss his incredible piece on Ivan Koloff which you can find here: https://prowrestlingstories.com/pro-wrestling-stories/ivan-koloff/You can also listen to Benny and his co-host Dan often on the Dan and Benny In The Ring podcast: https://danandbenny.podbean.com/Join their Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbenny/Great friend of the show and returning guest Evan Ginzburg is back to discuss all things Ivan Koloff! Please read Evan's article on Koloff here: https://prowrestlingstories.com/pro-wrestling-stories/ivan-koloff-wwe-hall-of-fame/Also, please make sure to check out Evans' incredible archives at: https://www.facebook.com/EvanGinzburgsOldSchoolWrestlingMemoriesPlease be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!) You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity! www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!! Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!This episode is a special year end and update episode! Originally broadcast on the Grappling With Canada YouTube page (you can visit it here: https://www.youtube.com/live/zooPwjClGU4?si=dMUrlje4P5rHX_oc )For the guest appearances that Andy referenced:The Sunday Night Army: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/music-questions-with-podcasters-pt-2/id1495216162?i=1000633720957National Wrestling Clippings Alliance: https://youtu.be/UjrrDL6fyFM?si=bgPCumOqjdLOp_-KWrestling With The Truth: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-61-grumpy-old-men/id1575261957?i=1000564613952Also, don't forget to visit the Sportzwire Radio, an excellent place for many sports related programming, including Grappling With Canada: https://sportzwireradio.org/Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

https://youtube.com/@GrapplingWithCanada?si=8CxRv_z2On53MG2jCome join a special AMA/State of the Union livestream event this Friday, December 8th @ 9pmCST on the Grappling With Canada Youtube channel!Got a question about the show, Canadian Professional Wrestling history, or anything else? Email me at sixsidepod@gmail.com!Hope to see some of you on Friday night, cheers!

****LISTENER DISCRETION IS STRONGLY ADVISED****Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this month's episode, Andy is joined by three special guests as we have a sobering discussion regarding the incident just outside of Lewisporte, NL which claimed three lives in 1988. 35 years later, it's time for the truth to be revealed.Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by Wes Maidment as we discuss the Ontario WIldman Dave McKigney!Find the NWCA podcast here: (9) NWCA Podcast - YouTubeFind the NWCA Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ontariowrestlingclippingsofthepast/Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by excellent guests as we uncover the story of The Great Antonio!David Williams from Fireside Canada joined the program to discuss the mythology and lore of the French Canadian strongman! Find his incredible work here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2UzQtNkmJiXnWUwoIG5d1A?si=513a667bde72463aReturning Champion Javier Ojst is back as we discuss The Great Antonio's antics in Japan! Find his incredible article on The Great Antonio here: https://prowrestlingstories.com/pro-wrestling-stories/great-antonio-antonio-inoki/I would also strongly suggest you to check out the McCord Steward Museum in Montreal, find the link here: https://www.musee-mccord-stewart.ca/en/blog/grand-antonio/Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by Greg Oliver as we discuss one of the most controversial individuals from Canadian Pro Wrestling history,You can find Greg's article on Bob Sweetan here: https://slamwrestling.net/index.php/2017/02/24/bruiser-bob-sweetan-leaves-a-complicated-legacy/Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Season 2 has come and gone, and what a Season it's been!https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanadaWe're ending it off with a BANG featuring an All-Star lineup of special guests! We discuss some exciting Canadian History projects from this year, and in the near future! We also discuss a Canadian Hall Of Fame, the importance of "stick men", the ethics of using dark stories to promote programming, and much more!Please leave a 5 Star rating and review where possible, it really helps the show!You can find information about all the guests here:Steven Verrier - www.stevenverrier.comGreg Oliver - www.slamwrestling.net / www.oliverbooks.caJamie Greer - www.twitter.com/ForAllGreerkindBC Hunter - www.facebook.com/WrestlingWithTheTruthDr. Marty Goldstein - www.thej.caHeath McCoy - www.twitter.com/vanheathenJavier Ojst - https://prowrestlingstories.com/author/javier/

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by special guests to take a deep dive look at "The Golden Greek" John an Brother Chris Tolos, the Canadian Wrecking Crew!Dr. Mike Lano is back on the program to discuss all things Tolos brothers! He discusses running their fan club, John's feud with "Classy" Freddie Blassie, the impact on California, and so much more!Evan Ginzbug joins the program to talk all things John Tolos! We discuss how Evan first came across Tolos, his favorite memories of John, and so much more! You can find Evan's Pro Wrestling Stories page here: https://prowrestlingstories.com/author/evan/Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Vote for Grappling With Canada in the Canadian Podcast Awards!!!https://www.canpodawards.caGrappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by some special guests to discuss the life and career of "Whipper" Billy Watson!Wes and Jess from the NWCA join the program to discuss all things Whipper! Check out the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qF__EiFbEoYou can also check out the original 2 part episode from Ontario Wildmen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ontario-wildmen-ep005-whipper-watson-pt-1/id1599591994?i=1000544482588Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Warning: This episode contains graphic content. Listener discretion is advised.Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this special episode, The Taxman takes a look at the story of Nanjo Singh, the murder of Betty Singh, and the rumor that Frank Tunney bailed him out of prison.Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by some special guests to discuss the life and career of "King Kong" Angelo Mosca!AC from https://mapleleafwrestling.blogspot.com/ joins the program to discuss Angelo's time in the Maple Leaf territory, if fans separated the football player from the wrestler, and more!Steve Milton from the Hamilton Spectator joined the program to discuss writing the Angelo Mosca book (which you can find here: https://shop.ticats.forgefootball.club/products/tell-me-to-my-face-by-angelo-mosca-steve-milton , what Angelo means to Hamilton, and so much more!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by Author and Historian Mike Rodgers for an in depth discussion regarding his projects!We discuss Excitement In The Air Volumes 1 and 2, his connection to the Portland wrestling territory, the incredible interviews he's conducted over the years, his upcoming project, and much more!You can follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ExcitementAirYou can email Mike at: RATNW@yahoo.comAnd you can find links to the Excitement In The Air series here: https://www.amazon.com/Excitement-Air-Voices-NW-Wrestling/dp/B09TMZ3186/ref=sr11?crid=70YV82Q1UFE2&keywords=excitement+in+the+air+2&qid=1652674017&sprefix=excitem%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman takes a solo deep dive into the life and career of Sky Low Low!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by returning guest Vance Nevada to discuss the upcoming book: UNCONTROLLED CHAOS - CANADA'S REMARKABLE PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING LEGACY!We discuss how the book came together, Vance's previous experience, dealing with controversy, and so much more!Find the link to the Facebook page here: https;//www,facebook.com/UncontrolledChaosBook/?ti=asPlease be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman takes a deep dive into the life and career of Chief Don Eagle!Jamie Greer joins the program to discuss Windsor historical wrestling, Don Eagle's early impact, his TRUE beginnings, and much more!Javier Ojst is back on the program to discuss the infamous "Chicago Short Count", the conspiracy surrounding it, and more!Flint Eagle is on the program to discuss his father, his memories of him, his experiences later in life related to Don Eagle, and more incredible stories!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman shares a great conversation with author Steven Bell regarding his upcoming book: Dynamite and Davey - The Explosive Lives Of The British Bulldogs!Check out www.stevenbellwrites.com to pre order your copy, and use promo code 'Taxman20' for 20% off!You can also follow the books progress on Twitter at www.twitter.com/@BulldogsBook123Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is pleased to present 2 tremendous guests to discuss Roddy Piper!Steven Jack son from The Wrestling Estate joins the program for an in-depth discussion of Roddy Piper's main WWE run!Eyad is back for another round on GWC! We discuss the pop culture impact of Piper, his extensive TV and film career, how he's still shaping pop culture, and much more!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this special episode I'm joined by Paul and Anthony from the Canadian Wrestling Archives! We discuss preserving Canadian pro wrestling in video form, the unique aspects of Canadian wrestling and so much more!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is pleased to present 3 tremendous guests to discuss Roddy Piper!Canadian historian Craig Baird joins the program to discuss small town Canada, how Western Canada shapes our sports stars, and why we are hesitant to celebrate Canadian icons!Stanley Cup winner Cam Connor joins the program to chat about his decades long friendship with Hot Rod!Wrestler and wrestling historian Vance Nevada joins the program to give an in depth and very candid look at the early career of Piper, and much much more!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by 2 special guests as we take a deep dive look into the life, career, art and controversy of George Gordienko!Journalist, wrestler and historian Marty Goldstein joins the program to discuss George's early life in Winnipeg, Winnipeg throughout the years, our issue with success in Winnipeg, and much more!Historian and author Steve Verrier joins the program to discuss the upcoming George Gordienko biography: George Gordienko: Canadian Wrestler, Artist and Renaissance Man! We discuss how the book came together, some facinating stories, the controversy surrounding the United States government, and way more!Pre-order the book at your local bookstore, or find it here: https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/george-gordienko/Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program! Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you! Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!) You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity! www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at: www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by a special guest as we remember the life and legacy of the late great Pat Patterson!Bertrand Hebert joins the program to discuss his time with Pat and his experience writing Pat's Biography. We also discuss Pat's incredible life!Be sure to pick up your copy of ACCEPTED: How The First Gay Superstar Changed WWE right here: https://www.amazon.ca/Accepted-How-First-Superstar-Changed/dp/177041293XPlease be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by special guests to uncover the TRUE STORY of Rhonda Singh's career!Javier Ojst joins the program to discuss the career trajectory of Rhonda Singh, his research into her, and the TRUTH behind her WWF run!Dr. Mike Lano returns to the program to discuss Rhonda's international impact, and shares some never-before heard stories!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman takes a deep dive into the career of The Stomper Archie Gouldie!Beau James joins the program to talk crazy Archie stories!Past guest Heath McCoy is back to talk Archie in Stampede Wrestling and much more!!"Cowboy" Dan Kroffat joins the program to talk about the personal side of The Stomper and way more!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman takes a deep dive into the career of the Great Gama Singh, and the infamous Karachi Vice!Trent Zuberi stops by the show to discuss his role in the wrestling world, his memories of Karachi Vice, meeting Gama, and much more!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)Visit us for more content, and support the show!tinyurl.com/grapplingwithcanadahttps://amzn.to/2KpUHLoYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman takes a deep dive into career of arguably the most fearsome wrestler in history, Abdullah The Butcher!Historian Pat Laprade makes his return to the show for an in depth look at Abullah's time in Montreal, and we examine his lasting impact. Find his book regarding Andre The Giant featuring fellow GWC alumni Betrand Hebert here: https://www.amazon.com/Eighth-Wonder-World-Story-Andr%C3%A9/dp/1770414665/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=andre+the+giant&qid=1627756894&sr=8-5YouTube sensation Eyad joins the program to discuss his incredible look at Abdullah's impressive and lasting impact on Japanese pop culture! Find his video here: https://youtu.be/3mfkGIHCOu0Wrestling's ORIGINAL dentist Dr. Mike Lano joined the program to share some fun Abdullah stories, and give us a further glimpse into the man behind the terror!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)Visit us for more content, and support the show!tinyurl.com/grapplingwithcanadahttps://amzn.to/2KpUHLoYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman takes a deep dive into the life and career of Jack Taylor! From very humble beginnings, to some incredible feats, to becoming Canada's FIRST heavyweight champion, the tale is unbelievable! Historian Nathan Hatton (author of Thrashing Seasons: Sporting Culture in Manitoba and the Genesis of Prairie Wrestling) joins the program and gives some impressive information, and a great look at the mindset of a wrestler! Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)Visit us for more content, and support the show!tinyurl.com/grapplingwithcanadahttps://amzn.to/2KpUHLoYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman takes a deep dive into the life and career of Big John Tenta! We go in depth into his Sumo career, his wrestling run and the infamous shoot match with Koji Katao! Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)Additional thanks to Conrad Thompson for the Something to Wrestle clips, and Greg Oliver for the extensive use of articles from www.slamwrestling.net!Visit us for more content, and support the show!tinyurl.com/grapplingwithcanadahttps://amzn.to/2KpUHLoYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling

Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is deeply honored to have spoken to Mr. Two Rivers regarding his life, his incredible wrestling career and his impressive political career! Also joining the program is wrestling historian and author Greg Oliver!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)Visit us for more content, and support the show!tinyurl.com/grapplingwithcanadahttps://amzn.to/2KpUHLopatreon.com/grapplingwithcanada

Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is pleased to be joined by various guests to discuss the impressive career of Gene Kiniski! His INCREDIBLE run throughout Canada and internationally is truly remarkable!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)Visit us for more content, and support the show!tinyurl.com/grapplingwithcanadahttps://amzn.to/2KpUHLopatreon.com/grapplingwithcanada

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS EPISODE**In the original broadcast, there was audio missing from the program, namely the interview with Alicia from Total Nonstop Impact. Please re-download the program for the updated version!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is pleased to be joined by various guests to discuss the impressive career of Gail Kim! From her controversial WWE runs, to her reinvention and domination in TNA Impact Wrestling, we cover a ton of ground!Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)Visit us for more content, and support the show!tinyurl.com/grapplingwithcanadahttps://amzn.to/2KpUHLopatreon.com/grapplingwithcanada

Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is pleased to be joined by various guests to discuss the life and career of Dino Bravo and the Montreal sports scene! Conor McKenna joins the program to give some backstory and context about the passion of Montreal sports fans, and the love of their hero's! Pat Laprade and Bertrand Hebert join the program to take a deep dive into the life, career, and heartbreaking end of Dino Bravo!Visit us for more content, and support the show!tinyurl.com/grapplingwithcanadahttps://amzn.to/2KpUHLopatreon.com/grapplingwithcanada

Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 1 of Grappling With Canada!In this months episode we look at the life and legacy of Stu Hart, and the legacy of Stampede Wrestling! The Taxman is joined by very special guests Ashley Rose Nova, Hotshot Danny Duggan and Heath McCoy to discuss the incredible highs and devastating lows from Stu Harts personal and professional life!Visit tinyurl.com/grapplingwithcanada for links to the guests and to Heath McCoy's book PAIN AND PASSION: THE HISTORY OF STAMPEDE WRESTLING!