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Hello, Lovelies! Journo January keeps rolling this week as we welcome Grit & Glitter co-host and Pro Wrestling Torch contributor Harley R. Pageot! He and Brian Bell discuss growing up as a wrestling fan in Canada amid Bret Hart's heights, the unique focus of Grit & Glitter's pro wrestling coverage and the community-building aspect of that work. Pageot also delves into their own exploration of gender and how Ring of Honor led to his entry into wrestling media. Follow Harley R. Pageot on Twitter: @yrechoheart Follow Grit & Glitter on Twitter: @gritglitterpod Grab LGBT In The Ring merch on Brainbuster Tees Follow Brian Bell on Twitter: @WonderboyOTM Follow LGBT In The Ring on Twitter: @LGBTRingPod The Progress Pride Flag design by Daniel Quasar is a product of Progress Initiative. Find out more at quasar.digital! Huge thanks to Sarah & The Safe Word for the show's theme, Formula 666 from the album Red, Hot and Holy. Find them on Twitter, @STSWBand, and check out their music on Spotify and Bandcamp. Check out IndependentWrestling.tv for the best in current and classic independent pro wrestling, including live events from top independent promotions worldwide. Use promo code “LGBTRingPod” or visit tinyurl.com/IWTVLGBT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hello, Lovelies! Journo January keeps rolling this week as we welcome Grit & Glitter co-host and Pro Wrestling Torch contributor Harley R. Pageot! He and Brian Bell discuss growing up as a wrestling fan in Canada amid Bret Hart's heights, the unique focus of Grit & Glitter's pro wrestling coverage and the community-building aspect of that work. Pageot also delves into their own exploration of gender and how Ring of Honor led to his entry into wrestling media. Follow Harley R. Pageot on Twitter: @yrechoheart Follow Grit & Glitter on Twitter: @gritglitterpod Grab LGBT In The Ring merch on Brainbuster Tees Follow Brian Bell on Twitter: @WonderboyOTM Follow LGBT In The Ring on Twitter: @LGBTRingPod The Progress Pride Flag design by Daniel Quasar is a product of Progress Initiative. Find out more at quasar.digital! Huge thanks to Sarah & The Safe Word for the show's theme, Formula 666 from the album Red, Hot and Holy. Find them on Twitter, @STSWBand, and check out their music on Spotify and Bandcamp. Check out IndependentWrestling.tv for the best in current and classic independent pro wrestling, including live events from top independent promotions worldwide. Use promo code “LGBTRingPod” or visit tinyurl.com/IWTVLGBT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hello, Lovelies! QWI season officially comes to a close today as we announce the winners of the 2022 QWI Awards as voted by you, the listeners! Em Fear and Harley R. Pageot of Grit & Glitter join Brian Bell to reveal and discuss the winners in 16 different categories, including Moment of the Year, Personality of the Year, Best Look, International Wrestler of the Year, Wrestler of the Year and many others! Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year from all of us at LGBT In The Ring! Follow Grit & Glitter on Twitter: @gritglitterpod Follow Em Fear on Twitter: @ForkedPgh Follow Harley R. Pageot on Twitter: @yrechoheart Grab LGBT In The Ring merch on Brainbuster Tees Follow Brian Bell on Twitter: @WonderboyOTM Follow LGBT In The Ring on Twitter: @LGBTRingPod The Progress Pride Flag design by Daniel Quasar is a product of Progress Initiative. Find out more at quasar.digital! Huge thanks to Sarah & The Safe Word for the show's theme, Formula 666 from the album Red, Hot and Holy. Find them on Twitter, @STSWBand, and check out their music on Spotify and Bandcamp. Check out IndependentWrestling.tv for the best in current and classic independent pro wrestling, including live events from top independent promotions worldwide. Use promo code “LGBTRingPod” or visit tinyurl.com/IWTVLGBT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hello, Lovelies! QWI season officially comes to a close today as we announce the winners of the 2022 QWI Awards as voted by you, the listeners! Em Fear and Harley R. Pageot of Grit & Glitter join Brian Bell to reveal and discuss the winners in 16 different categories, including Moment of the Year, Personality of the Year, Best Look, International Wrestler of the Year, Wrestler of the Year and many others! Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year from all of us at LGBT In The Ring! Follow Grit & Glitter on Twitter: @gritglitterpod Follow Em Fear on Twitter: @ForkedPgh Follow Harley R. Pageot on Twitter: @yrechoheart Grab LGBT In The Ring merch on Brainbuster Tees Follow Brian Bell on Twitter: @WonderboyOTM Follow LGBT In The Ring on Twitter: @LGBTRingPod The Progress Pride Flag design by Daniel Quasar is a product of Progress Initiative. Find out more at quasar.digital! Huge thanks to Sarah & The Safe Word for the show's theme, Formula 666 from the album Red, Hot and Holy. Find them on Twitter, @STSWBand, and check out their music on Spotify and Bandcamp. Check out IndependentWrestling.tv for the best in current and classic independent pro wrestling, including live events from top independent promotions worldwide. Use promo code “LGBTRingPod” or visit tinyurl.com/IWTVLGBT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
“Time to Make Amends.” This week, Emily Fear, Val Quartz, and JR Harris were all live in Pittsburgh at MV Young’s PolyAm Cult Party 3. Plus, Harley R. Pageot and Mayydayy discuss Purrazzo-Dashwood, the Knockouts tag titles, and the return of Taylor Wilde at Impact’s Rebellion PPV.
“She Got It Lit.” This week, Emily Fear, Harley R. Pageot, and JR Harris discuss Allie Kat’s Real Hot Girl Sh*t and Faye Jackson’s Grey Sweatpants Battle Royal. Plus, Fear and Val Quartz discuss Effy’s Big Gay Brunch, and Mayydayy shares their thoughts on the women’s matches at Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport 6.
“If You Don’t Say Anything.” This week, Harley R. Pageot talks with Paolo Calvo, co-director of the new documentary film "Luchadoras" about filming in Mexico and becoming a wrestling fan. Plus, Pageot and Emily Fear preview all the women’s matches at The Collective with some help from the roster of Allie Kat’s Real Hot Girl Sh*t.
“Can’t See You Through My Gucci Frames.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear talk with children’s author J.F. Fox about her picture book "Friday Night Wrestlefest." Plus, Pageot, Fear, Meg Fair, JR Harris, and ValPancakes discuss Butch vs. Gore’s Cassandro Cup.
“I Want to Be Butch.” This week, Meg Fair talks to Maxx Gregg and Kurt Hackimer of new Pittsburgh promotion Enjoy Wrestling about response to their Canned Heat miniseries, Enjoy Cup winner Lee Moriarty, and what they have planned next. Plus, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear preview the all-LGBTQ tournament Cassandro Cup, premiering this Sunday on IWTV from Butch vs. Gore.
“Wrapped Around Your Finger.” This week, Emily Fear and J.R. Harris celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Irish wrestler Session Moth Martina. Martina talks about comedy wrestling, translating her gimmick for the Stardom fans in Japan, and why she believes Martina could be the defining wrestler of post-COVID wrestling. Plus, Emily and Harley R. Pageot discuss Molly Holly going into the WWE Hall of Fame and women main eventing AEW Dynamite for the first time.
“You Simply Destroy Me.” This week, Emily Fear and Megan Nielsen talk with indie standout Erica Leigh about social media presence, Jean-Claude Van Damme movies, and the forthcoming Cassandro Cup. Plus, Harley R. Pageot and Jacqui Pratt discuss Hikaru Shida vs. Ryo Mizunami and the pre-show tag match from AEW Revolution.
“These Words Are Too Small for What I’m Trying to Say.” This week, Emily Fear and Meg Fair talk to author and culture critic Scarlett Harris on the release day of her new WWE herstory book "A Diva Was a Female Version of a Wrestler." Plus, Emily and Harley R. Pageot discuss the strange booking within the AEW women’s tournament.
“The Road Ahead Is Clear.” This week, Megan Nielsen, Emily Fear, and Harley R. Pageot dive into the history of Maine promotion Limitless Wrestling ahead of the season 3 premiere of their IWTV series "The Road" - featuring matches from Ashley Vox, Kris Statlander, Davienne, Becca, and August Grey. Plus, talk of the disjointed scheduling of the AEW women’s tournament.
“This Heart Is a Stone.” This week, Harley R. Pageot celebrates Valentine’s Day by talking to engaged wrestlers Hyan and Stephen Wolf about how they met, making it in indie wrestling as a couple, and their wedding plans. Plus, The Glitterati share their first wrestling crushes and Bridget Clark ships wrestles, platonically.
“Setting Off Roman Candles.” This week, Valerie Quartz talks to Keleficent of Seams Legit about creating wrestling gear for her wife Nyla Rose, mental health, and LGBTQ representation. Plus, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot discuss the AEW women’s tournament.
"Adam? I Forgot.” This week, Harley R. Pageot, Emily Fear, and Kristen Ashly discuss the women’s Royal Rumble including standout performances from Bianca Belair and Billie Kay. Plus, GCW’s 24-hour show Fight Forever and Butch vs. Gore announce all eight entrants for their Cassandro Cup.
“She Is My Cactus Cat.” This week, Emily Fear and ValPancakes look at New Jersey promotion The Wrestlers' Lab and chat with owner Chris Ruiz and champion MV Young. Plus, Harley R. Pageot and J.R. Harris profile New Zealand promotion Impact Pro Wrestling and watch select matches featuring Dakota Kai and Candy Lee.
"Your Kiss Was Sweet Like an Apricot.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Meg Fair talk with Still Life with Apricots and Pears about making art, the city of Philadelphia, and gendered wrestling divisions. Plus, Emily Fear and Mayydayy discuss Purrazzo-Valkyrie, the return of Decay, Madison Rayne’s retirement, and the new Knockouts tag team champions coming out of Impact’s Hard to Kill PPV.
"Cutie Cutie So Candy Love.” This week, Harley R. Pageot, Emily Fear, and Emily Pratt dive into the history of joshi promotion Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling from their start in 2012 to the present. Then they discuss the first TJPW event of 2021, which was also their first event ever with English commentary, including Yuka Sakazaki vs. Rika Tatsumi and Maki Itoh vs. Miyu Yamashita.
“Every Day Is Not the Same.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot make some New Year’s resolutions, check in on their resolutions from last year, and look ahead to some of the big women’s wrestling events and matches already announced for 2021.
“The 2020 Glitter Bombs.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear are joined by a number of guests and a special celebrity host for the second annual Glitter Bombs, a year-end award show honoring the best in women’s wrestling in 2020. They reveal listener voting in categories like Best Look, Biggest Debut, Favorite Wrestler, and Match of the Year.
“A Sleigh Ride Together With You.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot talk to the Pan Afrikan World Diaspora Wrestling Champion Trish Adora about silver linings of the pandemic lockdown, staying safe while competing, intergender wrestling, and the legacy of Jacqueline.
“Light a Candle.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear talk to Ziggy Haim about Hanukkah, Jewish representation in wrestling, what her family thinks of her wrestling, and creating an identity for yourself on the indies. Plus, ROH’s final pay-per-view of the year has ten matches and zero women.
“I Wanted to Be a Better Half.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot head to Australia to look at the history of Madison Eagle’s promotion PWA Black Label with matches featuring Eagles, Shazza McKenzie, Billie Kay, and Dakota Kai. Plus, the NXT women entered WarGames again.
“Everybody Knows She’s a Femme Fatale.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear head to Canada to take a look at the history of Quebec promotion Femmes Fatales with matches featuring Vanessa Kraven, Mercedes Martinez, and LuFisto. Plus, the Impact knockouts tag title tournament continues and voting opens for the Glitter Bombs, G&G’s year-end awards.
“Develop a Negative Into a Positive Picture.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot document the history of Washington, D.C. promotion F1ght Club Pro from its backyard roots to the coronation of the first Pan Afrikan World Diaspora Wrestling Champion. This is coupled with a breakdown of the life and career of Trish Adora and her championship reign thus far. Plus, nine women’s teams make the PWI Tag Team 50.
“I Won’t Take It Hard.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear discuss Zelina Vega leaving WWE and the potential of unionization, predictions for the Impact knockouts tag title tournament, and Jade Cargill’s AEW debut. Plus, Black Label Pro color commentator Sarah Shockey stops by to help spotlight the history of the Indiana promotion.
“I Am a Baby In My Universe.” This week, Harley R. Pageot talks to Jeff Cerda, owner of Texas indie Sabotage Wrestling, about the history of the Thunder Rosa-founded promotion and running their first show in ten months. Plus, Pageot, Emily Fear, and Megan Nielsen discuss Serena Deeb vs. Allysin Kay and Hikaru Shida vs. Nyla Rose at AEW Full Gear.
“Nothing Beats What We Were.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear take a look at the 2020 PWI Women’s 100, as well as their past 12 years of lists going back to 2008. Who rose in the rankings this year? Who fell? Who had the biggest debuts? Who’s made the most Top 10 appearances? All these will be answered, and more.
“Shimmer Like a Girl Should.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear dive into the history of the influential American promotion Shimmer Women Athletes. They trace their history from 2005 to the present, examining how they paved the way for Impact’s knockouts and WWE’s women’s revolution, and watch and discuss Shimmer Volume 1 from October 2005 featuring Mercedes Martinez, Beth Phoenix, Sara Del Rey, MsChif, and more.
“I Drew a Map of Canada.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot talk to former Shimmer Champion and the heart and soul of the Vancouver wrestling scene, Nicole Matthews. The Canadian legend discusses what working as a trainer is like and how it affects her own in-ring game, how the COVID pandemic has affected wrestling in British Columbia, and why pursuing independent wrestling in Canada can be such a struggle.
“Summer Goes On, and Then Dies Quick Without Much Warning.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear dive into the career of Thunder Rosa and the history of her promotion Mission Pro Wrestling including their recent re-branding into an entirely female-run group. Plus, a match-by-match look at their latest show, Hell Hath No Fury.
“An Old Cassette Tape.” This week, Emily Fear, Harley R. Pageot, and Meg Fair profile the entirely LGBTQ-run Brooklyn promotion Uncanny Attractions and go in depth on their fully cinematic show The Wrestlers Take Manhattan. Plus, the continued rise of IWTV, Tay Conti signs with AEW, and Deonna Purrazzo heads to Bloodsport.
“My Blood Is Glittery.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear celebrate one full year of this podcast by throwing a big party and inviting all their friends to drop by and share what wrestlers, promotions, and storylines they’re currently excited about in women’s wrestling - featuring AEW, NXT, Camp Leapfrog, Gatoh Move, Stardom, Poly Cult Party, and more.
“Spent a Week in a Dusty Library.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot comb through the back pages of AEW’s resident librarian, Leva Bates, to determine whether or not they are utilizing her to her full potential. Also, Harley searches through 29 years of the PWI 500 to find all the women who ranked. Plus, Mayydayy returns to break down the subtle perfection of Deonna Purrazzo vs. Jordynne Grace in an iron man match for the Impact Knockouts Championship.
“Do You Know What You’re Fighting For?” This week, Harley R. Pageot, Emily Fear, and Valerie Quartz discuss the finals of the AEW Tag Team Cup and Thunder Rosa arriving in AEW, Io Shirai vs. Dakota Kai at TakeOver XXX and Candice LeRae attacking Bronson Reed, and intergender wrestling on full display at Beyond’s Wear Sunscreen event. Plus, Renee Young leaves WWE.
“I Want to Be a Good Woman.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot ponder why Nicole Matthews isn’t a bigger name in wrestling by delving into the history of her career, matches from Shimmer and ECCW, and a look at Canadian-American politics and geographic limitations. Plus, AEW released Bea Priestley and Sadie Gibbs and held the semi-finals of the Tag Team Cup.
“Driving From the Backseat.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear provide an overview of Oakland, California promotion Hoodslam, and watch their February event GLAM: Steeled Hearts featuring Holidead, Katie Lea Burchill, Jamie Senegal, and more. Plus, the AEW Tag Team Cup continues with the reunion of #SwoleFamily and a conspiracy theory.
“Teenage Hopes Are Never Less Than Perfect.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot talk to teenage wrestlers Billie Starkz and Rok-C about balancing wrestling while going to high school, training at the age of 13, how their families and classmates reacted, and what promotions can do to get more young eyes on their product. Plus, the first round of the AEW tag team cup happened.
"I Think You Are Beside Me but It’s Just a Piece of Garbage.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear provide an overview to indie promotion Beyond Wrestling. Plus, ValPancakes joins the show to discuss Beyond’s pandemic return show Two Weeks’ Notice with a focus on Willow Nightingale, Pinkie Sanchez, and Warhorse.
“It’s Not Just Anyone.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot talk to “The Renaissance Woman” Hyan about the intricacies of playing a heel in 2020, getting back in the ring after six months off, and advice given to her by Mercedes Martinez and Jimmy Jacobs. Plus, Mayydayy returns to the show to discuss the gauntlet for the gold and knockouts championship matches from Impact Slammiversary.
"Dreaming Nervously.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear are joined by Lindsey Kelk of the podcast Tights & Fights to take a long, hard look at the problems plaguing the AEW women’s division. They look at positioning on the card, long-term booking, lack of character development, injuries, resistance to intergender wrestling, the disappearance of Riho, and suggestions for Nyla Rose’s manager, among other topics.
“Now We’re On Again.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot take an in-depth look at Booker T’s promotion Reality of Wrestling out of Texas including matches from Kylie Rae, Hyan, Alex Gracia, and Ember Moon. Plus, Sasha Banks vs. Io Shirai draws ratings, Rhea Ripley wrestles Robert Stone on NXT, and rumors of Kairi Sane leaving WWE to return to Japan.
"Steal It Back.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear discuss WWE staff testing positive for COVID-19, Impact firing Tessa Blanchard, and promotions affected by the SpeakingOut revelations. Plus, JR Harris joins to look back at December 2019 and discuss which wrestlers have climbed the ranks and which have suffered setbacks in the first half of 2020.
“My Boyfriend’s Coming Back.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear speak with independent wrestler Effy about the #SpeakingOut movement, supporting women, a male perspective on intergender wrestling, getting back in the ring after lockdown, and ways we can all help increase accessibility and representation in the world of professional wrestling.
“Please Don’t Take It Personal.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot are joined by new Impact Wrestling correspondent Mayydayy to take a detailed look at all of the wrestlers and feuds in Impact’s thriving women’s division. Plus, IWTV delivers a Black Lives Matter mixtape.
“Who Have I Become?” This week, Harley R. Pageot, Emily Fear, and Val Quartz discuss Io Shirai vs. Charlotte Flair vs. Rhea Ripley and the women’s trios tag from NXT TakeOver: In Your House, as well as the WWE women’s tag titles and NWA Girl Powerrr tackling Black Lives Matter. Plus, Emily talks to pastasauca of Riptide Wrestling about wrestling art and the BLM protests.
“We’ve Got Your Back, Whatever That’s Worth.” This week, Emily Fear and Harley R. Pageot talk to independent referee Brie Montoya about how she got into wrestling and the invisible responsibilities of referees. Plus, NWA Girl Powerrr talks cyberbullying, Britt Baker is injured, Deonna Purrazzo joins Impact, Mick Foley praises the women who influenced him, and DuckTales does a wrestling episode.
“Shining Star.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear talk to Paloma Starr and Davienne about how COVID-19 has affected their wrestling careers. Plus, Harley and Emily discuss Arisa Hoshiki’s sudden retirement and Hikaru Shida winning the AEW Women’s Championship. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Hana Kimura.
“A Mansion House and a Rabbit Fur Coat.” This week, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear watch and review the WWE-produced Paige biopic Fighting With My Family. Plus, Harley talks to Texas wrestler Alex Gracia about coping with pandemic anxiety, wrestling for Stardom in Japan, and embracing femininity in wrestling.