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Wrestling Club with Darren and Brett | WFMU episodes
- Ep. 15: "Weird in Japan Vol. 1" with Emily Pratt from Dec 5, 2020[We look at some of the weird offerings past and present in Japan with writer Emily Pratt, discussing Maki Itoh, Death Yama-San, Antonio Koinoki, Jumbo Tsuruta as Snow White (and Mario), DDT's specialty matches and more. Plus, we talk Pat Patterson, Sting in AEW, Kenny Omega in Impact, Wrestle House, Teddy Long's wedding and Jeff Hardy as Willow.]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/9908056 min
- Ep. 14: "30 Ears of Egg Man" with Casey James Salengo & John Rosenberger from Nov 25, 2020[Comedians Casey James Salengo & John Rosenberger join us to talk about the key elements of a Thanksgiving wrestling show, discuss the WWF's appearances in the Macy's Parade, and talk about some of the more regrettable Thanksgiving theme matches. Plus, two new entrants join the Worst Royal Rumble in Jeddah!]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/987671 hr 10 min
- Ep. 13: "Mark C. from Austin" from Nov 21, 2020[We preview Survivor Series 2020, discuss new WWE Champion Drew McIntyre, discuss Zelina Vega & unionization and celebrate The Undertaker's corporate synergy "farewell" with Mark C. from Austin, Texas.]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/986811 hr 6 min
- Ep. 12: "1985 Year In Review" with Keith Elliot Greenberg from Nov 14, 2020[Author and journalist Keith Elliot Greenberg, who has covered wrestling for four decades helps Darren & Brett review 1985, the year of WrestleMania (which he attended), and the "Rock n' Wrestling" connection, Saturday Night's Main Event on NBC, Starrcade '85 and the slow death of the territories.]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/984591 hr 57 min
- Ep. 11: "Slam Jams" with Open Mike Eagle and Shalewa Sharpe from Nov 9, 2020[Musician and undefeated wrestler Open Mike Eagle, and comedian Shalewa Sharpe, join us to review the best and worst (mostly worst) of wrestlers' musical side projects, including terrible tracks by Roddy Piper, Bret Hart, Mean Gene Okerlund, and more!Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestling_club_Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingclubwfmu/]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/982851 hr 17 min
- Ep. 10: "Tolerating Wrestling" with Sally Burtnick from Oct 30, 2020[Our longtime friend Sally Burtnick opens up about what it's like to not like wrestling and be friends with us. Plus, a La Momia correction, Tracy Smothers memories, Halloween Havoc and more.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestling_club_Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingclubwfmu/]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/980591 hr 9 min
- Ep. 8: "Da Vinki?" with The Voros Twins & Chris Cubas from Oct 23, 2020[TikTok sensations The Voros Twins join comedian Chris Cubas in a discussion about wrestling brothers, MJF's acapella group The Acafellas, and two more names enter The Worst Royal Rumble.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestling_club_Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingclubwfmu/]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/979301 hr 5 min
- Ep. 9: "Brawl-O-Ween" with Mick Foley, Insane Clown Posse, "The Cryptkeeper" John Kassir, Papa Shango, Gangrel, Darby Allin, Lanny Poffo, PCO & Danhausen! from Oct 24, 2020[Happy Halloween! In this special "up all night" party episode, we give out the Brawl-O-Ween Awards with appearances from some of the most legendary (and strangest) wrestlers in history! Frightening WWE Hall of Famers like Mick Foley and The Godfather! Juggalo king Violent J from The Insane Clown Posse! Weird wrestling greats like PCO, Gangrel and Lanny Poffo! And tomorrow's terrors like Danhausen and Darby Allin! An unbelievably loaded show!Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestling_club_Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingclubwfmu/]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/979291 hr 35 min
- Ep. 7: "Poffo-Mania" with D.C. Pierson (feat. Lanny Poffo) from Oct 16, 2020[Actor, writer and comedian DC Pierson (Mystery Team, Captain America) joins the program to give a non-fan perspective on wrestling, another wildcard joins The Worst Royal Rumble, we discuss wrestling brothers like the "Da Vinki twins" and get a big surprise from Sir Lanny Poffo.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestling_club_Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingclubwfmu/]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/979121 hr 7 min
- Ep. 6: "Year In Review: 1984" with Vin Forte from Oct 9, 2020[Wrasslerap's Vin Forte joins us for a super-size edition of Wrestling Club. We take a look at the beginning of the modern era of wrestling, discuss Kerry Von Erich's Dorito breath, Sgt. Slaughter's stolen valor and Vince McMahon's hostile takeover of the territories.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestling_club_Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingclubwfmu/]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/979111 hr 33 min
About Wrestling Club with Darren and Brett | WFMU
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Darren Mabee & comedian Brett Davis explore the good, the bad, and the ugly of professional wrestling and pop culture, with comedians, musicians, artists, and wresters from yesterday and today. Whether you're a wrestling fan, hater, or somewhere in between, this can serve as a guide to the weirdest genre in history.
"Like Andy Kaufman, who appears to have had an influence on Mr. Davis, he’s obsessed with wrestling." - The New York Times