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Each week, 16-time World Heavyweight Champion "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair, examines his two-time Hall of Fame career along with his friend Conrad Thompson. Flair will go beyond his New York Times best-seller, beyond his ESPN 30-for-30 and beyond all the stories told and written before, to take a deep dive into the greatest wrestling career of all-time. Shows will include watch-alongs of Flair's greatest matches, special guests, and questions from you the listeners. Don't miss a single episode. Subscribe to 'To Be The Man' on iTunes or anywhere you get your podcasts. Learn more at ...

Governor Jesse "The Body" Ventura affectionately called him "Chico Santana" in the golden age of wrestling and in turn helped propel this WWE Hall of Famer into stardom. Tito Santana's autobiography brings you a comprehensive and historical look at one of wrestling's most legendary Latinos.

Telling the remarkable tale of a man who is still remembered on the streets of New Orleans and in the hearts of professional-wrestling fans, this book aims to restore the overlooked Junkyard Dog to his proper place in the history books. In 1979, Sylvester Ritter, also known as the Junkyard Dog, managed to break one of the final color barriers in the sport by becoming the first Black wrestler named undisputed top star of his promotion, and this biography reveals all the famous feuds and business back stories that made him a wrestling legend.

Dedicated to the memory of two wrestling coaches and two writer friends, The Imaginary Girlfriend is John Irving's candid memoir of his twin careers in writing and wrestling. The award-winning author of best-selling novels from The World According to Garp to In One Person, Irving began writing when he was 14, the same age at which he began to wrestle at Exeter. He competed as a wrestler for 20 years, was certified as a referee at 24, and coached the sport until he was 47.

For more than a century, professional wrestling has cultivated some of the most eccentric and compelling personalities. As the embodiment of flamboyance and intensity, the "Nature Boy" Ric Flair stood at wrestling's apex for decades, cementing his place as a once-in-a-lifetime athlete and performer. When he was in the ring, fans knew they were witnessing the very best, and he not only became a multi-time world heavyweight champion in the NWA, WCW, and the WWE, but his status as a generational great has been confirmed with inductions into numerous Halls of Fame.

The Jim Cornette Experience features Jim and his co-host The Great Brian Last discussing–and often dissecting–topics ranging from classic and current pro wrestling to politics, food and whatever is pissing Jim off! It’s freewheeling discussion that goes wherever JC takes it!

He was the most vicious, bloodthirsty, reviled villain in the history of the ring. During the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, he drew record crowds everywhere he went and left a trail of burned and bloody opponents in his wake. But what those legions of fans screaming for his head never knew was that The Sheik was really Eddie Farhat. The son of Arab immigrants, Farhat served his country proudly in World War II and was fulfilling the American dream. When he wasn't screaming unintelligibly and attacking his enemies, he was busy being the owner and operator of World Wide Sports.

The blanket statement that pro wrestling greatness is completely up to each individual, period, end of sentence has never sat particularly well with long-time pro wrestling columnist and podcaster "The Doc" Chad Matthews. In fact, he strongly disagrees, having long posited that professional wrestling is reasonably objectifiable, like modern college football rankings in the playoff era.

In The Bushwhackers: Blood, Sweat & Cheers, professional wrestling's Bushwhacker Luke Williams and Bushwhacker Butch Miller, along with writer John Crowther, lead you around the globe, through over 50 years of fun-filled and sometimes brutal adventures, both in and out of the "squared circle." Listen to never-before-told stories of escapades they experienced and battles they fought in the world of professional wrestling, both individually and in all of their renowned personas—The New Zealand Kiwis, The Sheepherders, and The Bushwhackers.

On Jim Cornette’s Drive-Thru, The Great Brian Last turns the tables and hosts the show, with Jim in the expert’s seat answering a multitude of questions on an array of topics, all sent in by the listeners in the Cult of Cornette! The Drive-Thru also features big event reviews, fan-submitted songs and a variety of frivolity!

Hakkiyoi - Let’s Learn Sumo. Bite sized episodes where we learn about that Japanese sport of Sumo. Extended episodes of Previews and Reviews of Sumo Tournaments. An Aussie Sumo fan.

The personalities in pro wrestling have always been some of the most unique and entertaining in the world. For more than 10 years, Kayfabe Commentaries has been the leading production company in the shoot interview genre, and now, you'll go inside the company and see how it was done. Sean Oliver, the on-camera ringmaster and co-owner of the company, takes the listener through all the components of building the business that bought the real-life personalities behind wrestling's outrageous personalities to the masses. 

This six-part podcast series delves into the dynamic world of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), exploring its dramatic rise from a controversial no-holds-barred competition to a global sports phenomenon. Each episode unpacks a different aspect of the UFC, from its gritty beginnings and key figures who shaped its history, to its significant cultural impact and the business maneuvers that propelled its growth. The series also tackles the controversies and ethical debates surrounding the sport, concluding with a look at the future challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the UFC. ...

Lessons for the White Belt by Steven Humphries is an essential audiobook for new white belts in Jiu Jitsu. It provides an inspiring guide to learning Jiu Jitsu techniques, as well as invaluable knowledge for one's journey in Jiu Jitsu. Made with an easy-to-understand and encouraging style, this audiobook is a must-have for all new Jiu Jitsu practitioners.

How to Start, Run, and Promote a Successful Independent Professional Wrestling Show provides guidance on setting a vision and goals, assembling a team, choosing a business structure, understanding the market, and conducting market research. It offers strategies for promoting and marketing shows, managing finances and budgets, and exploring revenue streams. The book covers various aspects of show production, including venue selection, talent acquisition, show format and storyline development, technical production, and ensuring crowd safety.

Welcome to The Wrestling Fan Wrestling Show Podcast, where the ring is our canvas and the stories are our masterpiece! Join "The Beefy Boy" Shane O'Keeffe, along with the dynamic duo of marks, John Morton and Ciaran Dunphy, as they strap on their boots and dive headfirst into the electrifying and often unpredictable world of professional wrestling.Whether you're a lifelong fan or a newcomer to the squared circle, this podcast is your ringside pass to all things wrestling. From the iconic moments that gave you chills to the controversial storylines that had you on the edge of your seat, "The ...

On May 6, 2002, after a lawsuit by the World Wildlife Fund, WWE (formerly WWF) ushered in an era based around a roster of unprecedented talent up and down the card. Later that year, Vince McMahon would demand everyone on the roster show him some Ruthless Aggression and EARN their way to the top. The rest is history.On this show, 2 life-long professional wrestling fans(Tyler and Terron) and their friend(Theo), who has watched pro wrestling a handful of times in his life, make their way through this era week by week, recapping the shows as they go. Come join us for the fun and antics!

Join BJJ Black Belt Matt Kwan as we discuss everything you need to know about Jiu Jitsu.

The Judo Chop Suey Podcast is a show that discusses International Judo Federation results, topics, techniques, history, and opinion on all things related to Judo. Dave Roman currently holds the rank of nidan in Judo and has been a practitioner of Judo for 18 years. Other grappling sports and topics may be covered from time to time, most notably on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu where Dave also holds the rank of blue belt.

WWE is the #1 company, with a loyal fan base behind it. Founded in 1952, it took WWE over 30 years to become a major success (and without true competition), yet Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff have been the target of critics due to their not making TNA #1 in 2 years' time. However, if one sets aside unrealistic expectations and examines what Hogan and Bischoff have done during their time in TNA, there are many positive achievements that can be seen.