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In this engaging episode, the conversation dives deep into the world of wrestling, touching on the challenges and fun of involvement in the wrestling industry. The speakers share personal stories about wrestling iconic figures such as the Honky Tonk Man and Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, and discuss memorable incidents involving names like Dustin Rhodes and Bubba Ray Dudley. Also covered are the differences between current wrestling trends, how social media popularity affects bookings, and the impact of gender on wrestling careers. With nostalgic references to the Montreal indie scene, intergender matches, and commentary on AEW's booking decisions, this episode is rich with wrestling history and invaluable insights.
00:00 The Unseen Struggles of Wrestling
00:55 Honky Tonk Man's Unexpected Critique
03:41 Backstage Stories and Wrestling Culture
05:28 The Evolution of Wrestling Styles
17:02 The Impact of Social Media on Wrestling
31:22 Intergender Wrestling: Challenges and Realities
37:45 The Promoter's Dilemma
38:40 WWE's Evolution Under Triple H
39:42 The Wrestler's Lifestyle
40:18 Wrestling's Changing Landscape
42:29 Women's Wrestling: Then and Now
43:57 NXT and the Future of Women's Wrestling
46:03 The Plateau Problem in Wrestling
51:08 The Reality of Wrestling Relationships
57:51 The Montreal Wrestling Scene
01:12:53 Encounters with Sexy Eddie
01:14:06 Beef Wellington vs. Giant Tiger Match
01:15:42 Wrestling with Family
01:16:52 Frankie the Mobster's Career
01:21:31 Deathmatch Wrestling and Dave Meltzer's Ratings
01:26:35 Hardcore Wrestling in Mainstream
01:33:48 Boston Pizza and Canadian Bacon
01:40:30 Reflections on Wrestling Matches


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