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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the rise in New York City gun violence, exploring how it compares to 90s crime rates and how citizen apps can improve police response and public awareness, while also touching on personal safety strategies and the role of radio segments like "30 Days to Rock" in addressing fear and anxiety in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Aired 9/9/20

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the environmental risks of trends like clout chasing and planking, highlighting how these TikTok challenges can cause real wildfires in places like California, while also touching on the broader issue of trend-based risks and clout chasing that can lead to dangerous behaviors for online notoriety. Aired 9/9/20

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the eerie parallels between September and Halloween, exploring how both months bring out the darker aspects of human nature, including gang initiations and the symbolic fall darkness that transitions into the chill of winter, while also touching on Bruce Willis, the enduring legacy of 24, and how themes are reflected in the intense light setups and microphone history behind the scenes of shows like The Masked Singer and even in the karaoke versions of T-Pain's songs. Aired 9/9/20

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the transition of the Washington football team's name and logo, exploring the cultural climate surrounding sports team names, the intersection of social issues like racism, Black Lives Matter, and police brutality, and the importance of reading news from multiple sources to understand the complex history and current debates, while also touching on how media influence shapes public opinion and the role of podcasts in promoting business support. Aired 9/2/20

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the intricate balance of WWE's reliance on superstars for fan engagement while navigating financial troubles, exploring how creative direction influences character development and promotion strategies, and examining the impact of filtering words like curse words in content across platforms such as Pluto TV and TV deals, even touching on the lighter topic of donating Purple Haze beer to the 30 Days to Rock contest. Featuring Special T. Aired 9/2/20

In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the intersection of social media and the public reaction to police officers' uniform policies, exploring how internet trolls and online harassment have become more prevalent in the current political climate, while also touching on privacy concerns and the digital footprint left behind, particularly referencing Chadwick Boseman's legacy and the ongoing debate about the Mount Rushmore of Black Actors, as well as the impact of his roles in Black Panther, Endgame, and Infinity War, and the documentary Five Bloods, within the broader context of Marvel Studios' influence on pop culture. Featuring Special T. Aired 9/2/20

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the rise of IWTV Studios as a hub for wrestling content, exploring how it has influenced public perception and control narratives in the wrestling industry, from Major League Wrestling and Industrial World Wrestling to newer platforms like Super Kick Saturdays and Catalyst Wrestling, while also touching on the role of access to information through social media like Instagram and how it affects both popularity control and the spread of misinformation. Featuring Special T. Aired 9/2/20

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the challenges and strategies of reopening a pro wrestling academy, including the importance of character building, behind-the-scenes training in audio and video engineering, and how to manage the business aspects while ensuring an engaging open house and field trip for students. Featuring Special T. Aired 9/2/20

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss putting together a wrestling show, including the importance of licensing, insurance, and venue selection, while also touching on the role of EMTs and medical professionals, the growing concern over concussions and injuries, and the potential for unionizing pro wrestling to secure better health benefits and worker insurance, contrasting it with the pay disparity faced by independent contractors in the industry, and drawing parallels to the major league baseball minor league issue where multi-billion dollar sports leagues struggle to provide adequate protections for their workers. Featuring Special T. Aired 9/2/20

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the socio-political climate through the lens of NBA player boycotts during the 2020 season, drawing parallels to Thunderdome-like confrontations and the impact of social media, while also reflecting on their shared nostalgia for wrestling video games and the rise of Nintendo innovation, including the Nintendo 64's wrestling series, which led them to reminisce about becoming promoters in their fifth-grade journalism class and the enduring influence of wrestling on their reading habits and Daily News consumption. Featuring Special T. Aired 9/2/20

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