Podcast appearances and mentions of brian r solomon

We are honored to welcome back to The Outdated Wrestling Hour podcast the esteemed author and journalist Brian R. Solomon, who is about to come out with yet another incredible book on a classic wrestler - the name of the new effort is Irresistable Force: The Life & Times Of Gorilla Monsoon. Host Bob Smith (former managing editor of Pro Wrestling Illustrated) joins Solomon for a lively discussion on not only a book that at this writing is #1 on the Amazon wrestling book best-seller list, but also on working for PWI, the trials and tribulations of being a professional writer, and much more. Plus: We kick things off with talk of classic wrestling on TV with co-host Joe Puccio (Generation X-Wire.com). It's another upbeat episode about classic wrestling as only Smith can present!Support the showContact us at outdatedwrestling@gmail.com!

On this episode of the #PWIPodcast, longtime #PWI contributor Dan Murphy returns to speak with Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon about a range of topics, including: - The implications of WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia - The impact of ticket prices on profits, fans - The return of AJ Lee to WWE TV ... and much more!

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #186 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes wrestling historian and author Sean Dulaney to the show! The state of Indiana, and particularly the Evansville area, was a fascinating place during the territorial era, and Sean is the man to talk about … Continue reading Episode 186: Sean Dulaney → The post Episode 186: Sean Dulaney appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #185 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes UK-based wrestling historian Allan Blackstock to the show! Allan is responsible for a wealth of outstanding old-school wrestling media on Twitter (@allan_cheapshot) and is here this week to discuss the importance of preserving wrestling … Continue reading Episode 185: Allan Blackstock → The post Episode 185: Allan Blackstock appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

NWA TV champion Bryan Idol joins PWI's Al Castle, Brian R. Solomon, and Jason McVeigh to discuss the recent incident at KnokX Pro Wrestling involving Raja Jackson (son of Rampage Jackson) and Syko Stu, which resulted in Stu being hospitalized with severe injuries. The conversation focuses on the various factors that contributed to the situation, what might have prevented it, potential consequences for those involved, and what lessons (if any) the wrestling industry can learn from this going forward. Stu's Gofundme campaign: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-support-sykostus-recovery-journey 

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #184 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! It's part three of the NWA Word Champions Series, with special guest Greg Oliver. Although often considered one of the “forgotten” NWA World champs, Whipper Billy Watson was not only a significant figure in the history of the … Continue reading Episode 184: The NWA World Champions Series , Part 3 – Whipper Billy Watson → The post Episode 184: The NWA World Champions Series , Part 3 – Whipper Billy Watson appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #183 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes author Ross Benes, author of the provocative new book, 1999: The Year Low Culture Conquered America and Kickstarted Our Bizarre Times. Needless to say, there are many intersections with that topic and the world … Continue reading Episode 183: Ross Benes → The post Episode 183: Ross Benes appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #182 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes author Dan Murphy back to the show to talk about his new book, Ed Don George: The Remarkable Life of an Olympian and Pro Wrestling Champion. Ed Don was a superstar in his day, … Continue reading Episode 182: Dan Murphy Talks Ed Don George → The post Episode 182: Dan Murphy Talks Ed Don George appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of The PWI Podcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon are joined by PWI Editor-in-Chief Kevin McElvaney to discuss the fallout from WWE SummerSlam, along with a host of other topics: WWE Unreal and the delicate balance between reality and fiction What was the impact of Seth Rollins' apparent injury? Brock Lesnar's controversial return to WWE programming A post-mortem on John Cena's notorious heel turn Plus: a teaser concerning the upcoming #PWI500 list and much more

Professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan (real name: Terry Bollea) passed away on Thursday, July 24 in Clearwater, Florida. He was 71 years old. Hulk Hogan was and remains one of the most important figures in American and global popular culture. Hulk Hogan/Terry Bollea also leaves behind a very complicated legacy. Brian R. Solomon is a leading professional wrestling journalist, historian, and author. He is the host of the popular Shut up and Wrestle podcast. His new book is Irresistible Force: The Life and Times of Gorilla Monsoon. Solomon reflects on why the death of Hulk Hogan has caused so much emotional pain and tumult for those of us who came of age in the 1980s and directly experienced the rise of the global cultural phenomenon that was the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE) and Hulkamania. Solomon details why Hulk Hogan and the WWF's meteoric rise, his decades-long career (including reinventing himself as the leader of the New World Order faction in World Championship Wrestling), and marriage of personality and cultural moment will never be repeated again in professional wrestling, and likely sports more broadly.  Solomon and Chauncey discuss their love of professional wrestling and why Hulk Hogan was so central to it – and also try to process how Terry Bollea's foul behavior and values such as his racism, hostility to labor unions, and public alliance with Donald Trump and the MAGA movement complicates that relationship and nostalgia. WHERE CAN YOU FIND ME? On Twitter: https://twitter.com/chaunceydevega On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chauncey.devega My email: chaunceydevega@gmail.com HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE CHAUNCEY DEVEGA SHOW? Via Paypal at ChaunceyDeVega.com: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thechaunceydevegashow  https://www.patreon.com/TheTruthReportPodcast

Last week, the wrestling world saw the passing of its biggest superstar, as Hulk Hogan died at the age of 71. This week, for Episode #181 of Shut Up and Wrestle, Brian R. Solomon is joined by wrestling magazine legends Craig Peters and Bob Smith to look back on the life and legacy of the … Continue reading Episode 181: Remembering Hulk Hogan → The post Episode 181: Remembering Hulk Hogan appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of the #PWIPodcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon are joined by longtime PWI Publisher & Editor-in-Chief Stu Saks to discuss the vast and complicated legacy of Hulk Hogan, from his WrestleMania triumphs and undeniable influence (including on our magazine) to his scandals and pitfalls. What will The Hulkster's legacy be when all is said and done?

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #180 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian has put together a raucous panel of some of the finest running guests of the 6:05 Superpodcast–Howard Baum, Vandal Drummond and Lou Kipilman! Howard, Vandal and Lou kept so many of us entertained on the … Continue reading Episode 180: Howard Baum, Vandal Drummond & Lou Kipilman → The post Episode 180: Howard Baum, Vandal Drummond & Lou Kipilman appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of the #PWIPodcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon are joined by fellow PWI contributor Paul E. Pratt to discuss some of the week's biggest news stories, with focus on recent events from AEW (All In), WWE (Saturday Night's Main Event, Evolution), and TNA (Slammiversary).

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #179 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes Cauliflower Alley Club executive board member and lifelong wrestling fan Darla Staggs to the show! Darla has been been a die-hard fan since she saw Pat O'Connor win the NWA World title from Dick … Continue reading Episode 179: Darla Staggs → The post Episode 179: Darla Staggs appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #178 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes former WWE creative team member Dan Madigan to the show! It's a peek inside the WWE writer's room that you won't want to miss! Brian and Dan both worked for WWE during the Ruthless … Continue reading Episode 178: Dan Madigan → The post Episode 178: Dan Madigan appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

It's the first Outdated Wrestling Hour podcast that's also a July 4th celebration as host Bob Smith (Pro Wrestling Illustrated, WCW) welcomes back fellow podcaster and best-selling author Brian R. Solomon and co-host Joe Puccio for a special expanded holiday version. Smith and Solomon meet in person for the first time and discuss Brian's amazing collections of mat memorabilia and mags, and the pair contrast their jobs writing for wrestling publications; collecting into their adulthood; and more. Plus: Puccio details his admiration for one of AEW's biggest stars, and few a few seconds ... well, there's minor fireworks before the gents smooth things over with fresh soft serve ice cream. It's the newest Outdated Wrestling Hour wrestling nostalgia podcast - in more flavors than ever!Support the showContact us at outdatedwrestling@gmail.com!

On this episode of the #PWIPodcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon are joined by fellow PWI contributor Scott Fishman to discuss the recent Night of Champions PLE, including WWE's controversial relationship with the Saudi Arabian government, CM Punk's apology, and the King & Queen of the Ring tournaments. Plus: Goldberg's return to WWE for Saturday Night's Main Event, previewing AEW All In, and more.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #177 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes podcaster, journalist, lifelong wrestling fan and fellow Connecticutian Rick Del Santo to the show! Brian and Rick get into all the wrestling they loved as young fans in the '80s and '90s, bringing back … Continue reading Episode 177: Rick Del Santo → The post Episode 177: Rick Del Santo appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #176 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! It's part two of the NWA Word Champions series, with special guest Mark Fleming. The name “Lou Thesz” is synonymous with wrestling greatness, and with being world champion. This week, Brian sits down with a man who was … Continue reading Episode 176: The NWA World Champions Series, Part 2 – Lou Thesz → The post Episode 176: The NWA World Champions Series, Part 2 – Lou Thesz appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #175 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes podcaster and classic WWF enthusiast Joe Marotta to the show once more, this time to discuss the legacy of WrestleMania IX! In light of WWE's recent documentary, WrestleMania IX: Becoming a Spectacle, Brian and … Continue reading Episode 175: Joe Marotta Talks WrestleMania IX… and More → The post Episode 175: Joe Marotta Talks WrestleMania IX… and More appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of the #PWIPodcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon are joined by fellow PWI contributor Cameron Hawkins (@CeeHawk) for a lively and insightful discussion covering a wide range of topics: The return of Ron Killing (R-Truth) to WWE  His future prospects What the latest World title change means for Jey Uso & Gunther WWE's diversity challenges with its main roster Candid thoughts on CM Punk wrestling in Saudi Arabia And much more. 

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #174 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes Paige “Von Hess” Sutherland and Bob Smith to the show to look back on the classic NWF territory of the early 1970s! Pedro Martinez and Johnny Powers embodied this vintage Buffalo/Cleveland territory that's rarely … Continue reading Episode 174: Paige “Von Hess” Sutherland and Bob Smith Talk the NWF → The post Episode 174: Paige “Von Hess” Sutherland and Bob Smith Talk the NWF appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #173 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian is joined once again by film critic, film maker and wrestling aficionado BJ Colangelo, this time for a discussion of Queen of the Ring! Brian and BJ give their unfiltered views on the new Mildred … Continue reading Episode 173: Discussing Queen of the Ring w/ BJ Colangelo → The post Episode 173: Discussing Queen of the Ring w/ BJ Colangelo appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of the #PWIPodcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon are joined once again by fellow PWI writer Jason McVeigh for an in-depth review of AEW Double or Nothing. Plus: Thoughts on the WWE NXT-TNA relationship, WWE's rollback of house shows, and much more.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #172 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! It's part one of the NWA Word Champions series, with special guest Dr. Robert Stinson. This week, Brian and the good doctor look back at the life and career of an often-overlooked legend, the very first National Wrestling … Continue reading Episode 172: The NWA World Champions Series, Part 1 – Orville Brown → The post Episode 172: The NWA World Champions Series, Part 1 – Orville Brown appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #171 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian is joined by podcaster and historian Tony Richards to discuss the legacy of Dory Funk Sr., patriarch of the Funk family, as well as the West Texas territory he ruled. Tony is the author of … Continue reading Episode 171: Tony Richards Talks Dory Funk Sr. → The post Episode 171: Tony Richards Talks Dory Funk Sr. appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of the #PWIPodcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon are joined by fellow PWI writer Alfonso Lopez to discuss WWE's purchase of Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide and all the implications around it: how each company might benefit or change, which stars could be involved, and what impact this may have on the rival CMLL promotion. Plus: The legacy of Sabu, reactions to WWE Backlash, and more.

Hello, wrestling fans, and welcome to Episode #170 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon. This week, Brian is joined by “Blue Meanie” Brian Heffron to remember the life and legacy of the legendary Sabu, who passed away several days ago at the age of 60. Meanie recalls some classic moments from ECW … Continue reading Episode 170: The Blue Meanie Remembers Sabu → The post Episode 170: The Blue Meanie Remembers Sabu appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #169 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes MLW and AAA commentator Joe Dombrowski to the show! Listen in as Brian and Joe discuss the glories of old-school wrestling VHS tapes, as well as Joe's current efforts to make as much vintage … Continue reading Episode 169: Joe Dombrowski → The post Episode 169: Joe Dombrowski appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #168 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes author and podcaster Lavie Margolin to the show! Lavie is one half of the Business of the Business podcast, and author of the 2018 book TrumpMania: Vince McMahon, WWE and the Making America's 45th … Continue reading Episode 168: Lavie Margolin → The post Episode 168: Lavie Margolin appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of the #PWIPodcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon reconvene for an in-depth review of WrestleMania 41, discussing everything from the controversial main event match between Cody Rhodes and John Cena to the influence (for better and worse) of the live crowd. 

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #167 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes collector, historian and old-school wrestling fan supreme Tom Burke back to the show! Tom brings his 65+ years as a wrestling fan to bear on another wonderful conversation that encompasses Paul Bowser's Bedlam from … Continue reading Episode 167: Tom Burke Returns → The post Episode 167: Tom Burke Returns appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #166 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This WrestleMania week, Brian welcomes longtime WWF photographer Tom Buchanan back to the show to remember the first WrestleMania and beyond! Tom talks all about getting started with the WWF in 1985, and his sixteen subsequent years with … Continue reading Episode 166: Tom Buchanan Talks WrestleMania → The post Episode 166: Tom Buchanan Talks WrestleMania appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On the new #PWIPodcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon are joined by Senior Writer Harry Burkett and Editor Kevin McElvaney to preview #WrestleMania41. Plus: In an unexpected turn of events, the guys relitigate the controversial ending to WrestleMania IX. 

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #165 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes former WWF Magazine editor Ed Helinski to the show! Brian and Ed both worked for WWE Publications in different eras, and in this conversation they compare notes, but also–Ed shares incredible stories and memories … Continue reading Episode 165: Ed Helinski → The post Episode 165: Ed Helinski appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of the #PWIPodcast, Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon are joined by author Keith Elliot Greenberg to discuss how WrestleMania (and particularly WrestleMania III) transformed the pro wrestling industry. Plus: The multitude of multi-person bouts planned for WrestleMania 41. And are we buying John Cena's explanations for his recent heel turn?

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #164 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes Mike Bessler of Pro Wrestling Illustrated to the show! This week's joyful conversation includes loads of warm nostalgia, and not just wrestling nostalgia, but a discussion of the appeal of nostalgia in general. Plus, … Continue reading Episode 164: Mike Bessler → The post Episode 164: Mike Bessler appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #163 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes Barbara Goodish, the widow of the legendary Bruiser Brody, to the show. Brian and Barbara discuss her late husband's incredible legacy, his imitators, his relationship with many of the power broker businesses, his philosophy … Continue reading Episode 163: Barbara Goodish → The post Episode 163: Barbara Goodish appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #162 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian's great friend and colleague, the author and historian Keith Elliot Greenberg, returns to discuss his new book, BIGGER! BETTER! BADDER! WRESTLEMANIA III AND THE YEAR IT ALL CHANGED. Come for the in-depth conversation on WrestleMania … Continue reading Episode 162: Keith Elliot Greenberg Returns → The post Episode 162: Keith Elliot Greenberg Returns appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On Episode 250 of the #PWIPodcast, Al Castle and Brian R. Solomon are joined by PWI Editor Kevin McElvaney for an in-depth (and, at times, heated) discussion of #AEWRevolution. Plus, Brian takes his version of a victory lap after foretelling John Cena's heel turn.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #161 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes wrestling historian, author and super-fan George Schire back to the show for a classic old-school conversation. George is one of top authorities on the AWA, but is here this time to talk not only … Continue reading Episode 161: George Schire Returns → The post Episode 161: George Schire Returns appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

“I knew every day I woke up I was the best wrestler alive, I went to bed knowing it. I didn't think about it, it was so natural.” It's time to go back into the Brian R. Solomon archives this week for a 2006 interview Brian did with “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair! The interview … Continue reading Episode 160: From the Archives – Ric Flair → The post Episode 160: From the Archives – Ric Flair appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of The PWI Podcast, Al Castle and Brian R. Solomon are joined by writer and historian Evan Ginzburg (The Wrestler, Pro Wrestling Stories). Together, they debate the pros and cons of the WWE and AEW presentations of the sport. Plus, Evan discusses his new book, previous experiences as an associate producer for Darren Aronofsky, experiences as a fan, and much more.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #159 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes longtime WWE TV producer Tom Carlucci to the show! Tom has some priceless stories of working for the company from 1988 all the way to 2020, including riding with Gorilla Monsoon, working with Vince … Continue reading Episode 159: Tom Carlucci → The post Episode 159: Tom Carlucci appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #158 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, author and journalist Steven Johnson returns to the show to discuss his new book, Jim Londos: The Golden Greek of Professional Wrestling! Londos was in many ways the greatest star that pro wrestling ever produced, and … Continue reading Episode 158: Steven Johnson Talks Jim Londos → The post Episode 158: Steven Johnson Talks Jim Londos appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #157 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes to the show, the General Manager of Monday Night Raw himself, Adam Pearce! Not only can Adam be seen on Raw each and every week, but he also happens to be a 5-time NWA … Continue reading Episode 157: Adam Pearce → The post Episode 157: Adam Pearce appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #156 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! Something a little different this week, as by popular demand, Brian pays tribute to his grandfather, Anthony Salica. Often referred to on the show, Brian wanted to pay tribute to his late grandfather on the occasion of his … Continue reading Episode 156: Remembering My Grandfather → The post Episode 156: Remembering My Grandfather appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #155 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes wrestling's leading financial reporter and analyst, Brandon Thurston of Wrestlenomics, to the show! Brandon joins Brian to discuss the business of professional wrestling, how attention to TV ratings have changed over the years, plus … Continue reading Episode 155: Brandon Thurston → The post Episode 155: Brandon Thurston appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #154 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes collector and archivist Barry Rose of the Breaking Kayfabe podcast to the show! A longtime booster of the glory days of Florida wrestling, Barry joins Brian this week to wax nostalgic about the glory … Continue reading Episode 154: Barry Rose → The post Episode 154: Barry Rose appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.