About this episode
***SUPPORT LUFISTO!*** 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 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support .