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The professional wrestler is best known for his stint in Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), where he was a five-time World Heavyweight Champion.
The professional wrestler, who competed in regional promotions across North America (mostly in the Midwest and Northeast), was known for wearing a moose head to the ring and giving a "moose call" before matches.
Utilizing a pig-farmer gimmick, the professional wrestling team, comprising of Mark Canterbury (Henry O. Godwinn) and Dennis Knight (Phineas I. Godwinn), were two-time tag team champions in the World Wrestling Federation.
The pro wrestler and boxer was the creator of the Catch Wrestling Association in Austria, and briefly worked in America, in the AWA under Verne Gagne.
Kelly Ward was a 3x finalist and an NCAA champion for Iowa State. He was also voted the most outstanding wrestler of the NCAA tournament in 1979. Kelly had 6 epic battles with the great Lee Kemp and posted an amazing record of 126-9. He defeated the great Dave Schultz, he was an assistant coach at Nebraska, he coached Olympians, he was a secret service agent, his dad was a legendary football player, the man is a damn champion. I had a lot of fun getting to know him some and hearing some great stories.
Roger Frizzell was a 4 time All American at The University of Oklahoma. He finished 4, 3, 3, 3 under the tutelage of Stan Abel and is still one of OU's best pinners all time. Roger was also teammates with the legendary Schultz brothers Mark and Dave as well as Andre Metzger and Jim Humphrey. Not only was Roger an outstanding wrestler but his PR and marketing skills were instrumental in Keeping wrestling as an Olympic sport. It was an absolute pleasure to talk to him.
The youngest son of WWE Hall of Famer "Bullet" Bob Armstrong is best known for his initial tenure with the company, wrestling as The Roadie and then "Road Dogg" Jesse James. He currently serves as WWE's Senior Vice President of Live Events, and as a commentator on WWE Main Event. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2019 as a member of D-Generation X.
Considered one of the most famous high-flying wrestlers in history, the son of "Wild Bull" Curry once threw 15 to 20 dropkicks in a matter of 10 seconds.
The onetime WWF Women's Champion, trained by The Fabulous Moolah, competed in not only the WWF but other promotions as well, including the AWA and WCW.
The four-time NWA Women's World Tag Team Champion served as The Fabulous Moolah's right-hand woman at her training school.
Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by giving flowers to R-Truth for his video production skills! Then they get into the following headlines: Tony Khan says HOOK is a more logical challenger than Jinder Mahal (4:17) Kurt Angle says CM Punk would have fared well in the Attitude Era (15:12) Eric Bischoff believes AI can help with pro wrestling (23:25) Then, in They Said What?!, they react to a couple of Van Lathan's takes from his legendary guest appearance on 'The Masked Man Show' 33:00). Last, they talk through last night's NXT (57:33) and preview tonight's AEW ‘Dynamite' (59:45). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. For video clips, be sure to follow the Ringer Wrestling on Instagram and Threads, TikTok and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The pro wrestler is best known for his decade-long career in WCW, where he was a five-time Tag Team Champion.
The hall of fame wrestling commentator is best known for his long tenure with WWE, and is currently signed with AEW. He is a member of the WWE, NWA, Wrestling Observer Newsletter, and Tragos/Thesz Halls of Fame.
It's Wrestling Wednesday! The Sports King brings the energy with Wrestling intros and hot takes on all your Wednesday morning headlines
A major figure in wrestling's territorial era, the multiple-time heavyweight, tag team, and brass knuckles champion worked for such promotions as the NWA and the WWF, where he served as manager for Shawn Michaels.
Considered one of the worst gimmicks in the history of pro wrestling, the character (portrayed by Héctor Guerrero donning a turkey costume) made its debut at the 1990 WWF Survivor Series.
I could not have enjoyed a wrestling podcast more than I did this one. Gary Mayabb is in the Missouri Hall of Fame. He Officiated for 38 years, He won 7 Missouri State Titles at two different schools. His teams placed in the top 3 nineteen times. He coached some of the absolute best in Missouri history, a state with an outstanding tradition producing 43 state champs, and 143 placers. On the Greco side he coached 17 National Champions and 71 All Americans. Coach Mayabb is now an associate head coach at Iowa for the womens team. He is also a great Husband, father, mentor, and wrestling historian. This conversation left no doubt in my mind as to why he has had so much success. Gary Mayabb is a salt of the earth person.
An underrated figure in women's wrestling, the multiple-time women's world champion had some major success in territorial promotions.
On October 4, 1975, a small twin-engine Cessna 310, en route from Charlotte to Wilmington, North Carolina, crashed just short of the airport runway. Ric Flair, Bob Bruggers, Johnny Valentine, and Tim Woods (Mr. Wrestling) all suffered serious injuries, David Crockett being the least injured. Mike Farkas, the pilot, was the only non-survivor.
One of wrestling's most controversial personalities, the member of the kayfabe Anderson family (also known as the Minnesota Wrecking Crew) was one of the founders of the Four Horsemen stable.
Known for his tenures in WWE, particularly as leader of the Wyatt Family faction, the onetime amateur wrestler and college football player – given name Windham Rotunda – followed in the footsteps of his grandfather Blackjack Mulligan, his father Mike Rotunda, and uncles Barry and Kendall Windham. He died of a heart attack in August at the age of 36.
The two-time WWF Tag Team Champion was part of the Hart wrestling family through marriage to his wife Ellie Hart, teaming with various members (including brother-in-law Bret Hart) throughout his career.
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Known for his appearances in the WWF during the 1990s, the professional wrestler (real name Mike Halac) died last week at 55.
The WWE Hall of Famer would become known for his unique promos, charisma, and the uses of psychology during matches and the DDT finishing move.
Tim Vanni made 7 World Teams and 2 Olympic teams . 88 and 92. He once went 4 years without losing to an American, He won 8 national freestyle championships at 105.5. One of the most entertaining weight classes of all time. He trained and went to war with some all time greats. Tim Vanni is a USA wrestling legend and Hall of Famer, also a longtime coach with a wealth of knowledge. Seems like a super nice guy too. Was an honor to talk to him.
This is the second interview with one of my childhood heroes Eric Akin. Eric was a beast on the mat and an inspiration off of it. 7x State Champ. 4 kids and 3 High school. Junior National Champion, 4x D1 All American and NCAA finalist for Iowa State. He made world teams as a cadet, Junior and on the senior level as well as being a 2x Olympic Alternate. He's in the National wrestling Hall of fame in Stilllwater and more importantly he's an outstanding coach, husband and father of 4. We cover a lot of ground in this podcast and I can't tell you how many more questions went un asked. We will have to do a part 3 for sure. One of my favorite guys to interview.
An obscure figure in the world of professional wrestling, Tiny Tim Hampton had some success in the territorial promotions and was a longtime friend of legendary wrestler Bobo Brazil.
Fast facts about the late WWE Hall of Famer.
Mitch Beims Kansas State Champ and 2x All American. Also a former coach, State Champion Football player and Kansas Wrestling Historian.
Self-billed as "Canada's Greatest Athlete", the football player turned wrestler was a three-time world heavyweight champion.
A three-time world heavyweight champion, the WWE Hall of Famer was a four-time All-American at the University of Oklahoma.
One of the biggest stars in wrestling during the 1940s, Maurice Tillet was better known by the ring name The French Angel. Diagnosed with acromegaly at age 20, he was rumored to have inspired Shrek.
The first episode back after a brief hiatus for the college season is with one of Kansas' finest. Aaron Hodges was a 2 time undefeated Kansas state champ, (70-0) He was also a Fargo and High School All American before going on to start 4 years at Northwestern. We talk about his career and what it was like to wrestle for his hall of Fame coach and father, the late great Troy Hodges. Was an honor and a pleasure. Great guy.
In their more than 30 years together, the wrestling tag team, consisting of Butch Miller and Luke Williams, headlined matches in numerous promotions, most notably the WWF.
One of wrestling's lesser known figures, the Argentinian-born athlete was known for his high-flying moves, in particular his airplane spin finisher.
Starting this week every Wednesday will be known as "Wrestling Wednesday" where I will watch live shows/matches and interview wrestlers or people involved in the wrestling Community. This podcast was originally a wrestling podcast so I think it's time to get back to my roots. Here is the link to the video https://youtu.be/1mt0vhHqqdg so you can watch along with me and enjoy it at the same time I do. You don't need to be a wrestling fan to enjoy this match. Give them a like and subscribe and follow them on all social medias @BarrieWrestling Thanks for listening and see you sunday, Don't forget to follow me on all social medias.
In a career that was cut short by death, the self-described inventor of the Death Valley driver finisher was known for his stints in WWF, ECW, WCW, and in Mexico.
The multiple-time singles champion, christened Roland Daniels, took his ring name from the Jim Croce song about "Bad, Bad" Leroy Brown, which also became his theme song for several of his in-ring appearances.
A look at the angle involving Kevin Sullivan and Dusty Rhodes in Mid-South Wrestling on Christmas Day 1982.
The veteran wrestler, a trainee of Hiro Matsuda, is best known for his stint in WWF (now WWE), where he was Roddy Piper's onscreen bodyguard, and was one of the first to use the superplex finishing maneuver.
I'm not hoggin around...we'll have a swine of a good time in this newly released episode of the Let's Talk Wrestling podcast featuring Dimitri Boyer! Dimitri was a 4x Iowa High School state placewinner and 2x state champ for Eddyville-Blakesburg. He went on to wrestle at Coe College and was a DIII national runner-up his senior year at 157 lbs. He even did a little MMA. So, safe to say, Dimitri is one bad dude. He's now teaching at his alma mater Eddyville-Blakesburg and is going into his first year as head wrestling coach. Dimitri shows pigs on the side and currently has some merch! If you want to buy some Dimitri Boyer Show Pigs merchandise, you can find the link in the show notes or check out his Facebook page at D Boyer Show Pigs. Lastly, don't forget to consider donating to the GearUp! campaign by visiting their website at national.beatthestreets.org/letstalkwrestling. Remember, I will personally pledge $20 each week if a person also donates any dollar amount on a #WrestlingWednesday. Thank you so much for your support! Beat the Streets National Information: I have partnered with Gina Perry and Beat the Streets National in hopes to help raise money for their GearUp! campaign. The GearUp! campaign aims to provide youth with a new pair of wrestling shoes, head gear, and workout clothing. We've all been touched by wrestling in some shape or form, so now let us provide the same gift wrestling gave us to those who need it most. You can donate at national.beatthestreets.org/letstalkwrestling or help spread the word about the GearUp! campaign. You can find the link and more information about the campaign in the show notes. Thank you so much for your support! Now, let's talk some wrestling. D Boyer Show Pigs merch website: https://dboyershowpigs2022.itemorder.com/shop/home/?fbclid=IwAR1VVcGCTQpeYkrzwXugLTt0Ix0crOugw2fMjcxon0zWw9R3CfqadPgsWU4
Dallas Page, better known by his ring name Diamond Dallas Page, is an American actor, fitness instructor and retired professional wrestler.
This week on the show we have a coach, Insurance mogul, NCAA D2 National qualifier, and all around amazing human being in Damon Sims. He is currently an insurance agent for Arias agencies. I'm grateful he took the time out to jump on the show. In this episode, we discussed things such as: - The mentality to make a change - What it actually takes to make a change - The importance of self development through out the whole process of changing Please take a listen and replay it too! Damon's IG: thabigbrownbear Show IG:: @_forthemassespodcast Facebook: @forthemasses Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkrZZqhWk-AeGPP1yVdtZWA Anchor Page: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/support Spotify's link to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0kq3kvcWnxVowveIjRiv6k?si=8fe5e46aef994a2c Apple link to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-masses-podcast/id1572672464 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/support --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthemasses/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthemasses/support
This week on the show we have an astonishing young man in Ethan Vergara all the way from the great state of Florida. He is a future Multi-National Champion, 2x State Champion, Fargo State Placer, and a overall phenomenal young man. He's from the power house Mater Lakes Academy in Hialeah, FL coached by the Legendary Brandon Nefield and JD Ramsey. He's committed to division II West Liberty University and will be heading to the hilltop in the fall. I'm grateful he took the time out to jump on the show. In this episode, we discussed things such as: - The importance of vision - How to develop vision? - What does a winning mindset look like? Please take a listen and replay it too! Ethan's IG: @vergara.285 Materlakes Wrestling IG: @lakeswrestling Golden Bear Wrestling IG: @goldenbearwc Golden Bear wrestling club website: www.goldenbearwrestlingclub.com Show IG:: @_forthemassespodcast Facebook: @forthemasses Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkrZZqhWk-AeGPP1yVdtZWA Anchor Page: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/support Spotify's link to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0kq3kvcWnxVowveIjRiv6k?si=8fe5e46aef994a2c Apple link to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-masses-podcast/id1572672464 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/support --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthemasses/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthemasses/support
This week on the show we have a friend, former teammate, and joins us all the way from the west coast. He is a JUCO wrestling All-American and overall amazing human being with a nag for working hard. I'm grateful he took the time out to jump on the show. In this episode, we discussed things such as: - The mentality of hard work - How he applies this mentality today? - His current coaching situation Please take a listen and replay it too! Daniel's Show: https://open.spotify.com/show/5LjhVKl7Q4DrOSTbdDqNU2?si=ae9a2fe6fc4246b8 Show IG:: @_forthemassespodcast Facebook: @forthemasses Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkrZZqhWk-AeGPP1yVdtZWA Anchor Page: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/support Spotify's link to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0kq3kvcWnxVowveIjRiv6k?si=8fe5e46aef994a2c Apple link to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-masses-podcast/id1572672464 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jonathan-barrett4/support --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthemasses/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/forthemasses/support
We're trying new things with our recording so bear with us during this time. That's the good thing about having a podcast no one listens to. If the sound gets better or worse no one notices. We talk on a new thing.
Keith's bustin in and takin over - for a little while. We talk about stuff and things and people. The usual stuff.
In episode #7 of the EJA podcast we feature interviews with men's wrestlers Brandon Aragon and Carsen Paynter and a Jimmie baseball season preview with head coach Tom Hager
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