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Jake The Snake Roberts, Triplemania & AAA Apr 27, 2022

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Jake “The Snake” Roberts returns to give a detailed look at his time wrestling AAA in Mexico! He talks about the crazy fans and the stuff they used to throw at the wrestlers in the ring including full cans of beer, piss-filled bottles, and the food they were eating! He remembers working with Konnan and The Sensational Sherri Martel, the riots that started at the TV station after his promos would air, and the lengths they’d have to go to in order to safely exit the arenas after shows. You’ll hear the story of his infamous hair vs hair match, the one 6-man match he had with Eddie Guerrero, and how Jake used get his paydays out of Mexico and back to the states! He tells even more tales about living and traveling with the snakes, what it was like to film those snake vignettes with Ultimate Warrior, and how Jake ended up being the setup man for Hulk Hogan. Plus, Jake makes the case as to why he’s the real inventor of the DDT!

Inside The WCW Creative Team with Bob Mould Apr 22, 2022

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Bob Mould is a critically-acclaimed musician and founding frontman of indie rock band, Husker Du, and also served on the WCW creative team in the late 90s! Bob is a life-long wrestling fan who befriended legendary promoter Jim Barnett, and ultimately got offered a job at WCW. Bob shares some great stories about pitching ideas to Hulk Hogan, working with Kevin Nash, Dusty Rhodes, Kevin Sullivan, Vampiro, and what happened when Vince Russo and Ed Ferrara came to WCW. He talks about the guys he thought should have made it, the ones he tried hard to help, and what he thinks led to the demise of WCW. Plus, Bob talks music and touring, including his most recent album, “Blue Hearts,” and his new EP, “The Ocean,” which are both available now at BobMould.com, and how he came “this close” to producing Nirvana’s “Nevermind” album.

Classic Album Clash: Nitro – The Best/Worst Band Ever Apr 20, 2022

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Nitro was a short-lived, over-the-top metal band from Hollywood, California fronted by singer Jim Gillette and guitarist Michael Angelo Batio. They formed in 1988 and broke up in 1993, but in that five years they managed to release two albums – 1989’s “O.F.R.” and 1992’s “Nitro II: Hot, Wet, Drippin’ With Sweat.” And those are the albums being put to the test in the Classic Album Clash! Andy, Nick, and the mysterious Chris L. from the “Pod of Thunder” podcast return to share Nitro stories, trivia, production notes, and a do a detailed deep-dive track-by-track breakdown as they pit the two albums against each other to determine a best and favorite!

Regal Part 2 – The Origin of a Wrestling Villain Apr 15, 2022

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William Regal makes his highly-anticipated return, and this time he’s telling stories about the British wrestling scene, and the guys who influenced him and schooled him when he was first getting started at the age of 15. He’s got some great stories about Shirley Crabtree aka Big Daddy, Giant Haystacks (whom William wrestled a lot in his early years and even traveled with), Les Thornton, and Sid Cooper. He remembers the first time Tiger Mask came to Britain and what he learned and took back with him to Japan. Regal talks about his first holiday camps, his first trip overseas, and he even gives a lesson in British slang! He breaks down the British spots that continue to influence guys to this day like the Dick Beyer, the Tony Charles and the International spot, and he shares some stories from his WWE days about Bryan Danielson and Jon Moxley.

Fozzy Presents: GFM - The Sisters of BeautyCore Apr 13, 2022

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GFM is a vibe, and that’s why they’re one of the bands opening for Fozzy on the current “Save The World Tour.” GFM, which stands for Gold Frankincense & Myrrh, are the English sisters, and they’ve been playing since grade school! 21-year-old singer/bassist Maggie, 20-year-old guitarist CJ, and 18-year-old drummer Lulu! Their parents introduced them to music and instruments almost as soon as they could walk and talk, and encouraged them to play and start a band. The girls talk about their love of metal and hard rock, the role that faith has played in their music and career, how their parents taught them about songwriting, performing and the logistics of touring, and what inspired the cheerleading uniforms they wear onstage. Their energy is off the charts, their enthusiasm is crazy infectious, their story is unbelievable, and their music kicks ass!

Abdullah The Butcher Needs Your Help Apr 08, 2022

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After entertaining fans at the highest possible level in wrestling, and putting on some incredible and memorable matches around the globe, 81-year-old wrestling legend Abdullah The Butcher finds himself with some serious legal issues, and no resources to speak of. Please donate to his GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-me-to-help-abdullah-the-butcher

Abdullah along with his student Diafullah Dobashi, referee Danny Lincoln, and caretaker Malikah, explain Abdullah’s legal troubles, and how the fact that Abdullah cannot read or write landed him in this tough situation.Abdullah also shares tons of stories from his days at Stampede Wrestling in Calgary with Stu Hart, his years working for Baba at All Japan Pro Wrestling, his trip to New Zealand that helped revitalize the business down under, and his run at WCW and the infamous electric chair match! He talks about working with Stan Hansen, Hulk Hogan, and Bruiser Brody, why he didn’t enjoy working for Inoki at New Japan Pro Wrestling, and why he never got a shot at WWF despite a promising conversation with Vince McMahon Sr.

Dee Snider's Stand for the Ukraine Apr 06, 2022

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Dee Snider is spearheading a very important campaign in https://worldunited.live/. He is working to communicate the truth of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine directly to the Russian people via the Trusted Messenger program! He’s enlisted the help of actors, celebrities and fellow musicians like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Richard Marx, and Chris Jericho to spread the word via their own personal recorded messages distributed on social media in hopes that some will seep through the informational blockade that Russia has constructed between its country and the outside world. Dee’s also released a new video for “Stand” with powerful images from Ukraine, and explains how and why the song and video are a perfect rallying cry for what’s happening today. Dee and Chris share their own family ties to Ukraine and explain why this is such an important cause and undertaking. Plus, Dee reveals WorldUnited.Live’s plans for a peaceful mass protest, and eventual benefit concert to aid the Ukranian people.

Chad Smith, 2 Bottles of Water & a Pack of Cigarettes Apr 01, 2022

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It’s “Unlimited Love” day! The long-awaited, highly-anticipated, brand-new Red Hot Chili Peppers album has finally arrived, and drummer Chad Smith returns to share some stories from the studio! He talks about reuniting with former guitarist John Frusciante and what’s that done for the Peppers, bringing longtime producer Rick Rubin back into the fold, writing and recording during a pandemic, and the band’s upcoming (and first-ever) stadium tour! Chad also has some crazy tales about recording an album with Ozzy Osbourne, his original Chili Peppers audition, and the time he discovered he could ride his 10-speed bike to the Creem magazine headquarters! And then there’s that second Ozzy album that’s already finished and awaiting release, but you didn’t hear that from us!

Woody Farmer's Bay Area Wrestling Mar 30, 2022

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“Woody Farmer’s Bay Area Wresting” is a new documentary available on YouTube, and it tells the true story about a little wrestling school turned promotion based in Newark, California, which is just East of San Francisco, run by Woody Farmer. Woody secured a TV deal for Bay Area Wrestling almost before he had a true promotion up and running, and taped the shows in a tiny studio at the TV station. He soon landed a network deal with The Sports Channel, and had talent like Mae Young, Mike Lockwood (aka Crash Holly), Radical Robbie Lee, and a young Chris Jericho wrestling matches in his tiny studio! Documentary filmmakers Paul Ponte and Jesus Cruz, along with the voice of Bay Area Wrestling, Pat Kelly, and wrestler Shane Kody (who is also Woody Farmer’s son), discuss Bay Area Wrestling from its formation to landing their TV deal to Chris Jericho’s three-match run, and what came after! They recount some of their favorite performers and matches, remember the unique personalities, and share some of the hilarious moments both in front of and behind the camera.

How To Escape A Religious Cult - by Lola Blanc Mar 25, 2022

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Actress, singer & “Trust Me: Cults, Extreme Belief, and the Abuse Of Power” podcast host, Lola Blanc, was only 12-years old when she and her mom unknowingly joined a religious cult run by a man who claimed to be the new LDS (Church Of Latter-day Saints) Prophet. He split them up, and sex trafficked her mom all in the name of God. Lola recounts the story of how her mom met this self-proclaimed Prophet and fell under his spell, why he separated Lola from her mom, and how they eventually were able to escape. She talks about the harrowing experiences they both faced, especially her mom, how they were able to pick up the pieces and heal despite the ordeal, and why their former cult leader is still leading his cult to this day.

Listen to Lola’s mom’s harrowing story: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trust-me-cults-extreme-belief-and-the-abuse-of-power/id1534370789

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