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Episode 5: The Story of WWE and El Grande Problemo

Episode 5: The Story of WWE and El Grande Problemo

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The WWE has a lengthy and tumultuous history when it comes to portraying marginalized groups on television. The recent introduction of the El Grande Americano character is just the latest in a long line of xenophobic storylines featured on their programming over the years. Host Stephen Dickey explores the history of controversial characters such as JBL, Muhammad Hassan, and Sgt. Slaughter's WrestleMania VII main event. Dickey also examines how this issue persists and shows no signs of abating.

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