About this episode
Join LuFisto, Jeff Lippman, and Dr. Gina Possin for a full breakdown of LFG: every contestant, every coach, and a psychological look at the season! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Theme 00:09 - Meet the Hosts & Special Guest 01:41 - Dr. Gina Possin’s Background 03:19 - What is IO Psychology? 03:59 - Applying Psychology to Wrestling 04:11 - Why Dr. Gina is Qualified 04:59 - Wrestling as a Workplace 08:25 - Bubba Ray Dudley: Coaching Style 10:49 - Bubba’s Relationships with Contestants 14:49 - Zena’s Journey & Leadership Fit 21:56 - Ace Jameson’s Growth 22:34 - Bubba’s Coaching Outcomes 32:55 - Booker T: Dramatic Teaching & Tactics 35:19 - Booker’s Team: Harlem, Chris Island, Tiana Duma 57:40 - Serena’s Progress & Personality 60:04 - Michelle McCool: Transformational Leadership 65:24 - Michelle’s Team: Trill, Summer, Panina, Anthony Luke 78:17 - Undertaker: Old School Meets New School 88:27 - Drake Moreau’s Growth 89:57 - Shiloh & Finals Analysis 97:46 - Bailey Humphreys: Confidence & Sensitivity 99:57 - Danny: Attitude, Character, and Winning 102:24 - Sean’s Decisions & Contestant Reactions 108:08 - Recovering from Loss & Career Advice 110:50 - BJ Ray: Attitude, Self-Sabotage, and Manager Potential 116:55 - Emotional Regulation in Wrestling 120:41 - Coaches, Criticism, and Modern Athlete Mindset 123:18 - Parenting, Entitlement, and Social Trends 125:25 - Hosts’ Self-Analysis & Show Wrap-Up 127:41 - Where to Follow the Hosts 132:29 - Final Thoughts & Outro Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support .