• A Stand Up Guy: Was Johnny Sack a respectable representation of what a Boss should be, or was it all a facade? Big Vito & The Duke examine his leadership style, his code of conduct, and how he commanded respect (and fear) within the family. -

• John Gotti: A Mirror or a Contrast? The podcast explores the parallels and divergences between Johnny Sack and the real-life "Teflon Don," John Gotti. How did the writers draw inspiration from Gotti, and where did they deviate to create a unique character? -

• "The Weight": A Moral Crossroads: The iconic Season 4 episode, "The Weight," is put under the microscope. Big Vito & The Duke analyze how this episode showcased Johnny Sack's morals, or lack thereof, and how his decisions in this episode impacted his fate. -

• Tune in now to the Friend of Ours Podcast for this can't-miss episode! -

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Bill Hazelwood is BACK to talk Roughest Toughest Brawl! Listen as Bill breaks down the following:

The Roughest and Toughest Brawl is coming back to the Cabarrus Arena on February 21st and 22nd. The Roughest and Toughest Brawl is a NC boxing authority sanctioned amateur boxing tournament between local competitors with no prior professional fighting experience of any kind. Just local guys and gals, slugging it out for 3 one-minute rounds, competing for cash prizes, and the title of the Roughest and Toughest brawlers in the Concord area.

The fights will start at 8:00 PM on Friday night, each fighter will fight 1 match on Friday night, winners of their respective matches will advance to Saturday night. Saturday night fights start at 8:00 PM and the tournament will continue until there is just 1 fighter left in each division and a champion is crowned.

VIP tables are available starting at $1000, the VIP table package consists of 8 tickets for each night of the event, with catered food and an open bar from 6:30-9:00PM.

Doors set to open at 6:30PM each night of the event. General Admission tickets will be $35 at the door, save money by purchasing online today!

Customers must purchase tickets for rows 1-3 for seating in rows 1-3. Kids tickets and general admission tickets will not grant seating in rows 1-3.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available, please contact Mike Long at 704-891-7992 for more information.

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Change 4 Wrestling proudly returns with Change 2, live on 2/16/25 at 3565 GA-20 SE, Conyers GA at 7pm est. Listen as The Face that Runs The Place & Najasism give a preview including:

• The Action: A rundown of all of the exciting matches on the Change 2 card! -
• Black History: The historical significance of Change 4 Wrestling and how this promotion continues to make Black History every single day they exist. -
• Free Najasism: Is The Face That Runs The Place punishing Najasism by not having him wrestle at Change 2? -
• Shalonce: The Sultress known as Shalonce has a special song to bless Change 2! -
• Much More : Get "your tickets at Change4Wrestling.Com!!

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Get ready for a hard-hitting episode of Devon & The Duke as they dive into the world of wrestling and beyond! This week, the duo tackles some major topics, including:

• Linda McMahon's Confirmation Hearing: An in-depth analysis of Linda's measured responses and a discussion about those who criticize her approach. -
• Ricky Starks' NXT Debut: A huge welcome to the big time for Ricky Starks! Devon & The Duke celebrate his arrival in WWE NXT. -
• Vince McMahon Investigation: The latest on the concluded criminal investigation of Vince McMahon, including the lack of charges. -
• Brock Lesnar: Why is Brock Lesnar facing so much negativity? Devon & The Duke discuss the current narrative surrounding the wrestling superstar. -
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Join "The Don" Big Vito LoGrasso & The Duke on the Friend of Ours Podcast as we dissect the iconic mob movie,Donnie Brasco. This week, we delve into the gritty world of undercover operations and the blurred lines between loyalty and betrayal.

• Al Pacino as Lefty: We discuss Pacino's masterful portrayal of the aging, street-smart mobster Lefty Ruggiero, exploring the nuances and complexities he brought to the character.
• Escaping the Life: Big Vito shares personal reflections on how real-life figures like Lefty influenced his decision to leave Staten Island and avoid a similar fate.
• Johnny Depp's Undercover Act: We analyze Depp's seamless transformation into Donnie Brasco, the undercover FBI agent who infiltrated the mob, and discuss why only an actor of his caliber could pull off such a challenging role.
• "Everything is Bugged": Big Vito recounts a wild anecdote about the extreme measures old-school mobsters took to prevent eavesdropping, even detailing their tactics in cars, highlighting the paranoia and constant surveillance that defined their world. -
• Super Bowl LVII Recap: The Don and The Duke take a break from mob talk to share our thoughts on the thrilling Super Bowl LVII matchup between the Eagles and the Chiefs. -

Tune in now to the Friend of Ours Podcast for this can't-miss episode! - #DonnieBrasco #MobMovies #AlPacino #JohnnyDepp #Mafia #RealLifeMobsters #Podcast #FriendOfOurs #BigVito #TheDuke

Matty G & The Midwest Maniac were on the ground at the 2025 Royal Rumble, and they're bringing all the heat from the most attended Rumble in WWE history!

• Rumble in the Stands: The fellas share their overall impressions of being part of the electric atmosphere at the record-breaking Royal Rumble. -
• Jey Uso's Big Win: Did the right hand man get the job done? Matty G and The Midwest Maniac break down Jey Uso's victory and what it means for the future of the Bloodline. -
• Charlotte's Coronation: Was it inevitable? The guys discuss Charlotte Flair's latest title reign and if it lives up to the hype. -
• Wrestling for Everyone: The importance of making live events a welcoming experience for all fans, not just the hardcore humanoid wrestling enthusiasts. -
• Valentine's Day Shoutouts: Love is in the air! Matty G and The Midwest Maniac send some love to their sweethearts for Valentine's Day. -

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The 2025 Royal Rumble has come and gone, and Devon & The Duke are breaking down all the action from what many are calling one of the greatest Rumble events ever! Join the fellas as they discuss:

• Royal Rumble Winners: Cheers to Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair on their impressive victories! Devon & The Duke share their thoughts on what these wins mean for the future.
• The IShowSpeed Moment: From YouTube sensation to viral sensation! The guys dissect the now-legendary moment Bron Breaker speared IShowSpeed, and how it became the biggest talking point of the weekend.
• Mercedes Mone: Thoughts on why Mercedes Mone would never receive the same negative reaction in WWE as she does in AEW. Tony Khan this is all your fault!
• WWE Hall of Fame: The guys congratulate Triple H on being the first name announced for the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame class.
• Calling Out the Dirtsheets: WWE vs. the dirtsheets! Devon & The Duke discuss WWE making fun of dirtsheet Humanoids.
• Birthday Shoutout: A special birthday shoutout to James "Smitty" Smith!
• And Much More! Tune in for all this and more on the latest episode of Devon & The Duke!

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Join "The Don" Big Vito LoGrasso & The Duke on the Friend of Ours Podcast as they dissect the iconic movie Casino, exploring its roots in the Chicago Mob's real-life takeover of Las Vegas. This week's episode dives deep into:

Tune in now to the Friend of Ours Podcast for this can't-miss episode! #Casino #MobMovies #LasVegas #JoePesci #Mafia #ChicagoOutfit #RealLifeMobsters #Podcast #FriendOfOurs #BigVito #TheDuke #Prosciutto #FoodPodcast #BirthdayShoutouts

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Is Tulsa King more realistic than The Sopranos? "The Don" Big Vito LoGrasso breaks down which acclaimed tv show provides the most accurate depiction of "The Life". Plus:

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