Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg: Recent Episodes
Russell Jackman
With Buddy Sotello representing Nor Cal Wrestling and Evan Ginzburg representing NYC, they cover wrestling and a variety of subjects from coast to coast! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wrestlingandeverything/support
Show 192 (11/22/23) This very special show reunites Mike & Buddy with old friend Kelly Palkki, known as valet/manager Betty Beefcake from APW! We reminisce about old times but also pay special tribute to Mark "The Bison" Smith who died on this date in 11/22/11. I hope you tune in to an episode "from the heart" and happy holidays from the W&EC2C crew to you and your family! https://youtu.be/UO_GwVcRryU
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Show 191 (11/12/23) This week Jonathan Schwartz and Buddy interview J Sizzle from Steel City Wrestling in Pueblo, Colorado! We talk to him about starting up his fed, what it is like to be an indy promoter and also about his champion Plexx. A very different kind of interview, hope you check it out! https://youtu.be/DkyhSzBJTJk
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Show 190 (11/5/23) This week Buddy and Mike interview frequent guest Ryan Boman, who runs Pinned, a wrestling consulting business, and also published author. We talk about St. Louis Wrestling, the NWA move to the territory system, Roman Reigns's title run and what ever happened to Cage Matches! Always a tremendously honest and genuine interview given by Ryan to us, I am sure you'll get tremendous value from this show when you check it out! https://youtu.be/XvqJU7308Kg
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Show 189 (10/29/23) This week it's a general topic show with Wrestling Journalists Leonard Caplan and Jonathan Schwartz! We cover all sorts of subjects like some of the wrestlers lost this year, the NWA announcement of going back to a territory system, the future of the WWE without Vince McMahon and so much more! A fascinating grab bag of wrestling topics on this show that you will want to check out! https://youtu.be/oYD_5wJn4DI
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show 188 (10/22/23) This week Evan, Mike and Buddy interview Sheldon Goldberg again, who has a new book called "The Last Fall" about a fictitious wrestler's journey from the indy territories to the WWF! Also a lot of talk about what makes or breaks Indy Promotions, talk about his experience as a promoter in NECW and so much more! Another informative interview, check it out! https://youtu.be/5-Rwf4Z8HFw
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Show 187 (10/15/23): This week we have both special guests AND a special show, featuring the beautiful Jeanne Basone (Hollywood from GLOW) and my pal Casey Wood (AKA Kid Chrome) and his wife Cat as we talk ALL about our favorite Halloween stuff-- mostly movies but even things like songs and favorite candy! You'll love this back-and-forth between us all as we talk about Zombies, Vampires, Psycho Killers, Hauntings/Possessions, Giant Monsters are MORE! Hope this gets you into the Halloween Spirit! https://youtu.be/k1uskjcarcg
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Show 186 (10/8/23) Buddy and Mike welcome current XPW Ref Patrick Hernandez! He has some amazing stories about his experiences in the ring so you will definitely want to give it a listen- a great guest and a lot of fun to have on the show! https://youtu.be/vBigzGw7aks
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show 184 (9/24/23) This week Buddy is joined by Evan Ginzburg, Jonathan Schwartz, Benny Scala & Dan Sebastiano as we talk about things like our favorite wrestling movies, making movies, The WWE Mergers & Layoffs, AEW's recent show in NY, John Tolos memories and so much more! Another "very special episode" and a lot of fun with all the guys giving their two cent's worth on subjects both today and yesteryear! Be sure to check it out! https://youtu.be/N7hqp4SsZwM
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Show 183 (9/17/23) Thanks to a last minute guest cancelation, Mike and Buddy round up a number of different topics, including what's going on with the WWE's new merger, Jungle Boy Perry's suspension, Riddle's sexual assault suit, The Rock's future with the WWE/wrestling and thoughts of the passing of Brett Sawyer and General Adnan. An interesting grab bag of wrestling (and other) related topics. Check it out! https://youtu.be/E_VaFOzDN3Q
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Show 182 (9/10/23): This week Buddy is joined by Benny Scala and Jonathan Schwartz with son of legendary wrestler Paul "Mr #1derful" Orndorff! You don't get a more down to earth, realistic interview than the one that Travis gave to us this week. I know I say that these episodes are special but this is an EXTREMELY special episode. I GUARANTEE you'll learn things you never knew before not just about Paul Orndorff but about wrestling in general. Please check it out!!! https://youtu.be/tBBHmat4_zI
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Show 181 (9/3/23): This week we get the thoughts and memories of Mike Lano who spent a lot of time with Terry Funk, plus more thoughts on the passing of Bray Wyatt & the CM Punk altercation/firing in AEW- a shorter show due to Mike's illness...Hope you like it! https://youtu.be/scevkv9bI6g
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Show 180 (8/27 & 8/28/23); An unusual show- first 15 minutes are thoughts about the passing of Terry Funk & Bray Wyatt with pals of the show Casey Wood, Evan Ginzburg and JJ Purdom, then because of cable internet issues, the show was interrupted, so on the next night I interview Ryan & Ellie Devine, of Full Queer Wrestling! It still winds up being a great show but my apologies for the weird transition at 15 minutes in...Still a lot of fun to watch/listen, check it out! https://youtu.be/-6yJ7BgISn4
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Show 179 (8/20/23) This week Mike & Buddy have Jesse Hernandez, former WWF Wrestler & Ref! He tells us more stories about John Tolos (as Evan is still working on his upcoming John Tolos book), plus all about working with the Guerreros, Bill Anderson, and working territories across the Western USA, plus his own fed Empire Wrestling! Despite some interference from the Summer Storms in CA this is definitely worth listening to! https://youtu.be/Fcy6k-qMvXw
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Show 178 (8/13/23) This week Mike, Evan and Buddy are joined with the of legendary champion wrestler John Tolos's son, Chris Tolos! In preparation of Evan & Mike's upcoming book on John Tolos, Chris reveals fascinating information about growing up as the son of a famous wrestler, funny stories he remembers from his father, and other insights that you will only hear on OUR show! If you were a fan of John Tolos, Fred Blassie, Bruno Sammartino or others during that time period, you'll want to check this show out for sure!!! https://youtu.be/o0ikKyPSR5A
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Show 177 (8/6/23) This week Jonathan Schwartz joins Buddy and Mike as we interview Jeff Walton, also known as Tux Newman, manager in the Los Angeles Area and across the country. He has stories about the Tolos Brothers, managing Bruiser Brody and Andy Kaufman plus Memories of Adrian Street and so much more! Please check out yet another "special episode" of W&EC2C! https://youtu.be/IykQ407n3Zg
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Show 176 (7/30/23): This week Mike and Buddy welcome back Kelly Slaughter, Sgt. Slaughter's daughter! Hear more stories about her experiences running the Spartan Race, life growing up with her famous father, her thoughts and experiences with him and what she's up to today! Always a fun show when Kelly stops by! https://youtu.be/aBzS5K30sZo
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Show 175 (7/23/23): This time Buddy gets a special 56th birthday present in the form of being able to do a bucket list interview with Len Denton, AKA "the Grappler"! Join Buddy with Casey Wood & Greg Foumal ask The Grappler about his wrestling career, working the Pacific Northwest & World Class- plus his experiences and ring stories including Bruiser Brody, The Von Erichs, Brian Addidas, Buddy Rose & more!!! This has been one of my favorite shows out of the 175, so check it out! https://youtu.be/KTU8n-PZpG8
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Show 174 (7/16/23): This week, Buddy, Dr. Mike and Evan are joined by wrestling columnist and wrier David Skolnick to remember the Phantom Of the Wrestling for The Wrestling Eye, Wrestling Perspective and other newsletters. Also a major discussion about the history of Wrestling sheets and what makes someone a true "wrestling historian". A lot of interesting topics tonight...https://youtu.be/12W1420WzyA
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Show 173(7/9/23) Dr. Mike & Buddy talk to long time wrestler and rock & roll musician Maxx Payne! He has some great stories about his origins, working with legends such as Red Bastien, Harley Race, Antonio Inoki & more! Certainly a one-of-a-kind interview you won't want to miss! https://youtu.be/MQRnE3KSBC8
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Show 172 (7/2/23) This pre holiday show has just Mike & Buddy chatting about the recent passing of Darren "Droz/Puke" Drozdov and a recent article on Gary Albright in Pro Wrestling Stories. Plus memories of ECW, UPW, All Pro Wrestling, Woody Farmer and more-- even for a short pre holiday show it's got a lot of great stuff, so check it out! https://youtu.be/xlhnKDH56l0
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show 171 (6/25/23) I celebrate Benny's birthday by having another show about NOTHING! Actually we cover so much stuff, from memories about the Light Heavyweight Championship and the 6 Man Tag Team Titles, to Boogie Woogie Man Jimmy Valiant's wrestling camp, Benny's thoughts on the passing of the Iron Sheik and more! As always a super fun show when Benny is around, so check it out! https://youtu.be/J83dQFsiuwI
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show 170 (6-18-23) This week Mike and Buddy welcome back Ellie D and Ryan Devine, the promoters and talent in Full Queer Wrestling based in the East Bay Area of California! Learn all about what made their recent shows special, challenges to this unique wrestling federation, and some very interesting discussion about LBGTQ and being all inclusive! A fascinating show with many social issues that we chat about openly! You'll want to check it out... https://youtu.be/Ca6-l0NJo3o
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show 168 (6/4/23): Buddy comes back from his first live show in 5 years with Totally Queer Wrestling in Richmond, CA...His review plus a discussion on whether there's too much wrestling on TV, plus talk about ECW, the history of drag-wrestlers and acceptance of trans/drag wrestling. A fascinating discussion! https://youtu.be/PTzEY6Xy3to
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Show 169 (6/11/23) This week a FULL PANEL of Buddy, Evan, Mike & Jonathan gather together to pay tribute to the legendary Iron Sheik for his contributions to the industry and what Mike & Evan's personal experiences were with the Iron Sheik. Well worth listening to, lot of great subjects talked about this week... https://youtu.be/ltVhtIOdKuM
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show 167 (5/28/23), This week Buddy does a solo interview of his childhood friend and "Bot Whisperer" Peter Abrahamson for the Robotic Combat show, Battlebots! Find out about the origins of the show, surprises from the season that just happened and the future of robot battles! I hope you enjoy checking out this very different but fun episode of W&EC2C! https://youtu.be/1z8N-WTTGKU
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Show 166 (5/21/23): This show Mike & Buddy bring back Evan Ginzburg to share memories about the passing of legendary wrestler Superstar Billy Graham. Lots of great stories about how he got to be a big star, what his impact was on wrestling, and Evan's own personal experiences about meeting and working with him. Sad to hear another legend has passed. https://youtu.be/y19MePewrvQ
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Show 165 (5/14/23) This week I am joined again by Wrestling Writer and showhost Benny Scala from Dan & Benny in the ring as we talk about Wrestling Magazines, old wrestling from the 70's and 80's, how much these magazines meant to us in the days before the internet...Great stuff!https://youtu.be/ptnasfZLY7Q
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Show 164 (5/7/23) This week Lano and Buddy interview their long-time friend, legendary pro wrestling announcer Allan Bolte! If you want a show that talks about bay area wrestling history, everyone from Pat Patterson to Andre the Giant and everything inbetween, this the show for you! All sorts of great stories, check it out!!! https://youtu.be/-_8fOhYBLJc
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Show 163 (4/30/23): This week we remember Pacific Northwest Wrestling with guests Casey Wood (AKA Kid Chrome from APW) and PNW Wrestling Historian Greg Foumal! We talk about Roddy Piper, The Grappler, Buddy Rose, Billy Jack Haynes and more! A fast hour with a lot of great wrestling memories- check it out!https://youtu.be/-1L7lHbQ8mY
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Show 162 (4/23/23) This week Mike and Buddy interview repeat show guest, Angel Orsini- how she got started in ECW, her involvement in the Women's Wrestling Hall Of Fame and many other great topics! I hope you enjoy tonight's interview as much as we did!https://youtu.be/Y9483Sxvj1A
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Show 161 (4/16/23) This week we have Ryan Devine and his wife, Ellie D, students at Stoner U/Hoodslam in the San Francisco Bay Area and also promoters of up-and-coming LBGT Wrestling Federation, Totally Queer Wrestling! We cover their brave but controversial new federation, being a nerd and loving wrestling, managerial/valet styles and their training-- an interview like no other that we've ever done! Please check it out!!! https://youtu.be/QfUA2zjjmzo
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Show 160 (4/9/23) We wrap up Wrestlemania 39 with our observations, thoughts about the recent WWE deal to Evolve with the UFC, and what is in the cards for the near and long term of the WWE- Lots to discuss on an Easter Evening! I hope you enjoy watching/listening!
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Show 158 (3/26/23): This week Buddy & Mike are joined with Evan Ginzburg & Ryan Boman of Pinned! We cover St. Louis Wrestling and the status of the hall of fame, Evan uses the show as therapy for his wrestling angst, and we have a roundtable discussion regarding the upcoming Wrestlemania 2023 show! I hope you have as much fun listening as we had doing the show! https://youtu.be/nmXpWKq_Tqk
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Show 157 (3/19/23): This week Buddy & Mike interview the former promoter of California Championship Wrestling (2006-2008) and Suplex City Podcaster! We talk about his origins in becoming a promoter, running a fed, and also his thoughts on wrestling today-- we cover it all! It was amazing to meet up with him after 15 years! A great show, I hope you check it out!https://youtu.be/pDL4Ei7sdm8
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show 156 (3/12/23) This week it's just Buddy along with Long time show guest Nikita Breznikov and Jonathan Schwartz as we talk about the WWE trying to legalize gambling on matches, the sale of the WWE, The "infamous" Pay Per View Heroes of Wrestling, Nikita working with Nikolai Volkoff & The Iron Sheik and more! Who needs the Oscars???? https://youtu.be/IaxuID123HU
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Show 155 (3/5/23): This week Evan and Buddy welcome back Sherwin XL (Comedian/Producer) and welcome Ms. Cheka Shining (Performer/Positive Body Model) as we talk some classic wrestling, listen to Sherwin's wrestling impressions, life on the coasts, Cheka's unique profession and so much more! I hope you can check us out this week for a very different kind of episode. PS: Friends of the show Jim Phillips(https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-jim-phillips-take-his-first-steps-again?qid=892a360c04b2f0e723e37d0a947fd699) & Shane Dynasty/Doc Atrocity (https://www.gofundme.com/f/docs-losing-a-finger?qid=6338f0ac95ee72e46eac5e3845acadca) are both in dire need of help from our listeners/subscribers. Please check out their Go Fund Me Pages and if you can offer even a little bit of help that would be wonderful to either or both of these wonderful guests of W&ECTC! https://youtu.be/VDPcDsqf4G8
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Show 154 (2/26/23): This week Mike and Buddy interview an old friend that they haven't talked to in 20+ years: Kid Chrome aka Casey Wood! We talk some old school Pacific Northwest Pro Wrestling, All Pro Wrestling, Pro Wrestling Iron and more! I hope you check it out!!! https://youtu.be/jQW4jOtDLVE
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Show 153 (2/19/23): this week we remember the passing of Jerry Jarrett, talk about AEW's upcoming show in San Francisco, Zayne & Cody Rhodes and Paul Heyman's promo skills, Father/Son Wrestling combos and so much more! Join us with Jonathan Schwartz on another great episode!
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Show 152 (2/12/23) This week Buddy interviews Jesus Cruz & Paul Ponte, the creative force behind Bisontennial, the Mark Bison Smith Story! Find out about how this amazing Youtube documentary was created, made and produced, some of the challenges to making the movie and so much more! https://youtu.be/qIUEtXBnMHo
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Show 151 (2/5/23) This week we mourn the passing of former show guest "The Genius"/"Leaping" Lanny Poffo who died this week at age 68. Join Mike Lano, Evan Ginzburg, Jonathan Schwartz and Pampero Firpo's daughter, Mary Fries, as we remember our very special guest from show 53, his life and our experiences. A sad memorial but also a wonderful collection of memories of his meaningful life inside and outside of the ring.
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Show (150) 1/29/23 This week Evan joins Mike and Buddy along with Wrestling Facebook page Blogger (w/You Know It's Fake, Right? Page) to talk about the unfortunate death of Jay Briscoe plus all about the WWE 2023 Royal Rumble! A fun roundtable all around with a lot of opinions all the way around, hope you check it out! https://youtu.be/gCetKZmlK2w
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Show 149 (1/22/23) This week it's my honor to interview one of the greatest minds in pro wrestling and my original managerial mentor, Shane "Doc" Atrocity! Listen to his origins, the many nor cal stars he worked with, and amazing and deep thoughts on wrestling psychology and booking. Of all the interviews I've ever done, this has been one of my ALL TIME FAVORITES! I really strongly suggest that everyone give it a view/listen!!! https://youtu.be/mnLW5XJNjmI
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Show 148 (1/15/23) This week we welcome back SLAM Wrestling Journalist from the Wrestler's Court, Canadian Attorney Jonathan Schwartz! We talk about football players becoming wrestlers, changing battle royale/rumble rules and of course, the biggest issue of the week, Vince McMahon taking back over the WWE and its possible sale! I hope you check out this week's show because it was a lot of fun having Jonathan on to hear his thoughts about these big wrestling issues! https://youtu.be/YajMCkdo4iw
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Show 147 (1/8/23) Welcome to our first show of 2023! Evan Ginzburg returns to the show where we interview Canadian Actor, Writer & Wrestling Promoter Mark Brombacher! He gives us fascinating stories about Bodhi Sing and many other Canadian talents from the 80's-90's that we worked with, plus talk about his stories in wrestling, acting, writing and making movies and web series! A different type of guest but a lot of fun to listen to! Check it out! https://youtu.be/dlwrQcV7euE
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Show 146(12/31/22): The FINAL SHOW of 2022! I invite long time friend, "The Voice of Nor Cal Pro Wrestling" and former booker/promoter and my "country cousin", J.J. Purdom, all the way from his home outside of Lincoln, Nebraska! We talk all about some of the greats that we've seen perform and work for us, including Brian Cage, Donovan Morgan, Mike Modest, and more! We also talk about what makes and breaks indy feds and some other great wisdom about booking. What a fun show! Make sure you check it out!!! https://youtu.be/YoULxm9C5Rs
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Show 145 (12/23/22) This very special show features long time bay area sportscaster Vern Glenn, his experiences interviewing wrestlers such as Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair, plus comic book talk and cartoon talk, it's a great show with so much fun all the way around! Check it out! https://youtu.be/xd3AUTZrNhQ
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Show 144 (12/18/22) A special holiday edition, where we talk all about WRESTLING AND FOOD! Plus a lot of other things about the holidays! I hope you enjoy the show and happy holidays to ALL OUR LISTENERS/VIEWERS! https://youtu.be/YyyK9XemeZg
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This week we welcome back the vivacious, beautiful and fascinating Jeanne "Hollywood" Bassone from the original GLOW program! Find out what she's been up to, and wonderful stories from her past and so much more! Always a super charming guest, I hope you check out her interview this week!
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Show 142 (12/4/22) This week it's just Buddy and Mike- talking about Tales from the Territories, APW/PWI and bay area wrestling history, including stories about Dalip Singh (The Great Khali), Roland Alexander, Vinnie Massaro, Christopher Daniels, Scoot Andrews, Frankie Kazarian, Samoa Joe and much more! A different kind of episode but still a lot of fun to listen to! Check it out! https://youtu.be/NZwuzoTU-vA
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Show 141 (11/27/22) This week we feature our favorite Co Hosts Evan Ginzburg & Jonathan Schwartz with a wrapup for the Survivor Series 2022, inside stories from Evan about the making of the Wrestler, fan conventions, MJF/Jon Moxley, and some important remembrances of people we recently lost. I hope you go and check it out! https://youtu.be/boSZTc-c9zc
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Show 140 (11/20/22): This show has Buddy interviewing Wayne Mattei from Australia, who played Sgt. Slaughter on Young Rock and also is an actor and writer/actor of his own movie, Vigilantes). Find out all about his unique life and his take on everything from playing Sgt Slaughter to what the deal is with Vegemite! A super interview that you won't want to miss! https://youtu.be/jStjV-e2KgY
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Show 139 (11/13/22): This week Evan Ginzburg returns along with Jonathan Schwartz as we talk a lot about AEW's shows in NYC and Canada, respectively. We also talk about Evan's upcoming article for Pro Wrestling stories on John Tolos, plus talk about Sammy Zayne, Chris Jericho, Freddie Blassie and so much more! It was great to have Evan back for a show and I am sure you will want to hear what he has to say, so check it out! https://youtu.be/n0qnX1NBcW0
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Show 138 (11/6/22) A very special show, we have Donovan Morgan back on the show again joined with Patty Lockwood, Crash Holly's Daughter on the day that he died 18 years ago. Learn all about Crash's life, the impact of his untimely death, and how Patty has bravely coped with her life so many years later. I really hope you watch this show, it is a touching tribute to the life that Crash Holly(Mike Lockwood) had. https://youtu.be/0GJp902jr98
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Show 137 (10/30/22): This week we have Ryan Bowman, formerly of the Gorilla Position and Sportskeeda, and wrestling commentator/indy promoter from the St Louis Territory! We talk about Sam Muchnick, Dick the Bruiser, HHH and his new wrestling consulting business, "Pinned". A great show, I hope you check it out!
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Show 136 (10/23/22): This show Dr. Mike and Buddy welcome back an old friend, Bay Area Luchador Legend, The Chicano Flame. In a nearly 30 year career, Flame has stepped in the ring with many SF Bay Area legends, including Crash Holly, Spike Dudley and more! Also find out about his other career as a firefighter! This was a great show to get reconnected with one of the nicest guys in the business! https://youtu.be/PuvHBb34EQE
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Show 135 (10/16/22) This week's show Jonathan Schwartz joins us as we have long time Chicago Wrestling Legend, POWW's Trevor Blanchard! He tells us all about working with legends like Chris Adams, Chavo Guererro, Adam Pierce, Christopher Daniels, and all about what makes Chicago wrestling special! https://youtu.be/7Sn_3KgY48o
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Show 134 (10/9/22): A show about - nothing? But really a show about a lot of stuff! I welcome good friend Journalist from Pro Wrestling stories: Benny Scala (And the Dan and Benny Podcast)! We talk about Paul Orndorff's pile driver, Antonio Inoki, baseball and a few other sports topics, and then some more thoughts about old school wrestling history and how much it is missed in today's modern world! Stay tuned for a fun show with lots of back-and-forth between me and Benny! https://youtu.be/sp9oAIgeE6U
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Show 133 (10-2-22): We have guest Jonathan Schwartz on this week to help give a tribute to one of the most legendary Japanese Wrestlers in history, Antonio Inoki! https://youtu.be/dk41xXCGyLQ
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Show 132 (9/25/22). This very special show goes back to the beginning days of Buddy Sotello Esq. and the man who helped bring him into the business, 2000's Cauliflower Alley's "Future Legend" Donovan Morgan! We talk about Bryan Danielson(Daniel Bryant), Frankie Kazarian, Stevie Richards, John Cena, Samoa Joe, Mike Modest and so much more! If you want to know more about Nor Cal Pro Wrestling history from the 90's and 2000's, you won't want to miss this show!
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Show 131 (9/18/22): Mike Lano & Buddy Sotello bring back Canadian Attorney & Slam Columnist Jonathan Schwartz while we talk about the CM Punk Incident, WWE & Saudi Arabia, old school wrestling like the Big Blue Cage and why some wrestlers don't always make great managers...Another great show, check it out!
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Show 130 (9/11/22) Herb Simmons, wrestling historian for the St. Louis area, talks both about his history and current promotion...Today's podcast reaches deep into the St. Louis Wrestling Territory with stories about Bruiser Brody, Ric Flair, Gene Kiniski, Kamala, Sam Muchnick plus the promotion he has now which features greats like Haku and The Barbarian, the Faces of Fear and the New Devastation, Inc! I hope you'll enjoy hearing about the history of one of the great wrestling territories in the world "back in the day"! https://youtu.be/SGX4voOwfWA
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Show 129 (9/4/22) Happy Labor Day Weekend everyone! This is a fun show that is technically about nothing in particular and yet all sorts of stuff that's been on my mind for a while, sharing it with good friends Benny Scala, Dan Sebastiano & JJ Purdom! We cover everything from finishing holds and managers to promoting, changes in the WWE & AEW and booking ideas a plent! I really had a ton of fun with this show and I only hope you enjoy listening as much as I had making it!!!
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Show 128 (8/28/22) This very special show features Lord Alfred Hayes's daughter, Kandy Hayes. She has wonderful stories about her father, the Funk Family, Sgt. Slaughter, and many more from her life growing up under her famous father. Join us with Slam Wrestling's Jonathan Schwartz as we find out more about her life with her Dad! I hope you listen to this very special interview!
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Show 127 (8/21/22): This week we have on charming old school historian Barbara Stagg, we talk about St. Louis Wrestling history back to the early 70's- remembering greats as the Briscos, Dory Funk Jr., Eddie Gilbert, Sam Munchnick, What made St. Louis a special territory, what changed and what the future might be for the area! A very interesting guest for sure! Check it out! https://youtu.be/S_LOaGblh6k
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show 126 (8/14/22): This week join Buddy and Mike Lano along with guest Jonathan Schwartz (SLAM Wrestling reporter & Attorney) as we talk about the legendary life and contributions to the entire martial arts world of "Judo" Gene Lebell who died this week. Plus talk about the final Ric Flair match and other wrestling updates! Definitely check out this special show!
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Show 125 (8/7/22)Former 80's, 90's TWA, ECW and NorthEast stalwart name wrestler D.C. "Mad Dog" Drake joins Wrestling & Everything for a first time to discuss why he retired from the wrestling biz he loved so much to become not just a promoter but also a medical physical therapist and addictions counselor; helping wrestling even more in the process. He'll discuss what led to his retirement and renewed interest in healthcare and helping others in the sports world. And everything else as we always do, including the new Hunter WWE Era, how AEW resembles ROH with major money and more.
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Show 124 (7/31/22): Rick and Scott Stoner, the Stoner Brothers- This week it's just Buddy as a solo interviewer of two of his favorite wrestlers that he ever managed- the identical twin tag team of Rick & Scott Stoner, also promoters of the Oakland based "Stoner U" Wrestling school and part of the Hoodslam Wrestling federation. This show isn't necessarily for kids, so parents be warned! Still a great interview and a whole lot of fun from two great guys...Definitely check it out!!!
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Show 123 (7/24/22) Kelly 'Slaughter Daughter' Remus, daughter of WWE Hall Of Fame Legend Sgt Slaughter, is a fitness enthusiast who has recently become a Spartan Race fanatic, while also hosting regular podcasts with her Dad and other special guests, discussing what life is like in and out of the squared circle. The official Slaughter Daughter YouTube channel can be found here: https://youtube.com/channel/UCtPzJm1hlcsZftcr5-bSsbQ https://youtu.be/_1v3r0Mj_mg
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Show 122 (7/17/22): Brian Reznor (Superior Radio Network) and Michael Omansky (President at Worldwide Entertainment Marketing); we talk about Brian working with Shane Douglas, Mike Omansky's knowledge of wrestling history including some rare stories about Buddy Rogers and Bruno Sammartino, Austin Theory becoming the youngest world champion, and more about Vince-McMahon-Gate...A few audio issues doesn't detract from the fascinating content, we hope you check it out! https://youtu.be/_LoDSsISg1s
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Show 121 (7/10/22) This week we have Sherwin XL, comedian, actor and director, plus great wrestling impressionist, join us along with Anthony Cole of Brii Combination Wrestling Federation promoter. We talk about the Vince McMahon situation, AEW, classic wrestling like Andre the Giant and Blackjack Mulligan's cage match, and so much more! Join us for another great show!
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Show 120 (7/3/22) This week we interview Jonathan Schwartz, Slam Wrestling Columnist & Canadian Attorney, we talk about the independent contracting situation and wrestlers, Canadian wrestling legends such as Owen Hart, Brett Hart, Chris Benoit, and other legends such as Kevin Sullivan and things that made Canadian wrestling special for him! Happy 4th of July week to all our listeners out there!
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Show 119 (6/26/22) This week we have Author/Wrestling Blogger/Comic book analyst Tony M. Caro! In this highly intelligent interview we delve into the world of Horror(classic Universal, Hammer and Grindhouse movies), Comic books (DC and Marvel), Comic book movies, Martial Arts, and the philosophy that ties them all together. Oh and we even talk about wrestling for a few minutes...A really great episode that is one of my favorite interviews so far in the 119 shows that we've done.
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Show 118 (6/19/22) Wrestling Radio Hosts Denis Weber and Eric Gardner (MotchCast) join Buddy Sotello, Dr. Mike Lano & Evan Ginzburg on Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast to talk about Vince, old school wrestling, the Original Sheik, L.A. Territory, Bill Watts' UWF, Ray Candy & Leroy Brown, Refs Dave Hebner and Tim White, Randy Savage and much, much, more!
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Show 117 (6/12/22) Our very special guest is Hannibal- wrestler, promoter, Award-winning producer, and legendary You Tuber from The HannibalTV.com and the #1 Combat Sports You Tube Channel in Canada with hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide- talking Superstar Billy Graham, The Hart Family, old-school Canadian wrestling territories, Hannibal's own life, and career and much, much more... https://youtu.be/AKQ0eOdBfSE
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Show 116 (6/5/22) It's a SUPER SIZED show with both Motch O Mann- the world's #1 Macho Man Randy Savage impersonator talks everything Randy Savage AND Author of Underground Comic Book "The Library", Glenn Bray and Publisher Eric Moss, with stories about Gorgeous George, Freddie Blassie and the comic book-wrestling connection!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg, Sotello & Lano Show Show 115 (5/29/22) Rafael Gee- Nuyorican born comedian, indy wrestler, talk show host, and author (Confessions of a Concierge) joins us as we talk Lucha Libre and Mexican Wrestling Movies, plus old school wrestling indies, comedy, growing up in NYC and much, much more
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Evan Ginzburg, Buddy Sotello & Mike Lano - Episode 114 (5/22/22): This week we are joined by Nor Cal Indy Legend Michael Modest! Michael Modest is not only a former champion of APW and Pro Wrestling Iron but also a star in Japan and had matches with the WWE, WCW and a major role in the movie "Beyond the Mat". Get some amazing inside info about wrestling, his ideas on booking, and his incredible stories that brought him to where he is today....I know I say it's a special episode, but considering Mike Modest one of the key people in getting me started in Pro Wrestling, it really is one for me, Buddy Sotello...
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Evan Ginzburg, Buddy Sotello & Mike Lano - Episode 107 (5/16/22): This week we have Mike Lano back with a special appearance by Evan as he updates us on Wrestlemania! Also Mike talks about Kirk White, Pepper Martin and Scott Hall's passing...
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Evan Ginzburg, Buddy Sotello & Mike Lano - Episode 113 (5/15/22): Jenni Santana talks Women Pro Wrestling! Jenni Santana, wrestler and martial artist talks FSW (Future Stars of Wrestling), being trained by Sinn Bodi, UWW (Ultimate Women of Wrestling), and their huge show this Saturday, May 21st at 8PM in Vegas. Plus Buddy Sotello, Dr. Mike Lano & Evan Ginzburg talk Virgil & Bill Anderson in need, Original Sheik, Joel Goodhart's Tri-State shows, and Gordon Scozzari's AWF.
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast:Hosts Sotello, Ginzburg & Lano show #112 Mike Pappas/J.Brasier https://youtu.be/8L_fFvchXdI Wrestling legend Mike Pappas (WWWF) joins filmmaker Jason Brasier to discuss the documentary on his life and worldwide wrestling career, The Flying Greek. Pappas discusses his friendships with Andre the Giant, Bruno Sammartino, Pedro Morales, John Tolos and many other greats. Old school fans and indie film lovers will enjoy this 1 hour interview co-hosted by Buddy Sotello, Dr. Mike Lano and Evan Ginzburg (Associate Producer on The Wrestler and 350 Days).
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Wrestling&Everything Coast to Coast:Sotello, Ginzburg&Lano: show #111 w/Yantong Zhu&Steve Verrier! https://youtu.be/Dw3bItyWujE This week we talk with Animation Director all the way from Beijing, China, Yantong Zhu speaking about her anthology hand-animated, award winning film from China, "To The Bright Side"! Then we talk to Steve Verrier about his upcoming book on wrestling legend George Gordienko! It's a unique episode so you want to check it out right away!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast Hosts Evan Ginzburg & Buddy Sotello Show#110 w/Chris Annino https://youtu.be/dwC7i4gnlt4 This week we catch up with our film-making guest Christopher Annino, who tells us about his new films "Lollipop Gang" featuring our friends Angel Orsini and Jeanne Bassone, as well as Circle of Champions, about the history of Women's Wrestling! We talk about movie making, the New England Music Hall Of Fame, and the challenges of Covid- a great episode so check it out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello, Evan Ginzburg & Mike Lano: show #109 https://youtu.be/SsVganvxa8k This show we talk about the unfortunate passing of Gilbert Godfried, the situation of Sunny/Tammy Sytch, Virgil's health problems, Crash Holly and the unfortunate situation of wrestlers burning out after they are done with their moment of fame...Check it out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Evan Ginzburg, Buddy Sotello & Mike Lano show #108! https://youtu.be/jwa4F1pDxE8 This week we are all back for an entire show, so that makes it "kinda special" it its own way! We talk about subjects like the old AWA-Power Pro Wrestling shows, Buddy's Wrestlemania II memories and the impact of the most recent Wrestlemania-- An interesting mix of old and new, give it a listen!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg & Sotello show #106 w/Mike Jones & Jason Amos https://youtu.be/P-XkIlSTNGg This week we take a trip up to the Pacific Northwest to talk to Indy Wrestling stalwarts Coach Mike Jones & Jason "Sign Guy" Amos! We talk a lot about Pacific Northwest Wrestling legends such as Moondog Moretti, Roddy Piper, Buddy Rose and more! Plus thoughts on HHH's retirement and other great topics so check this episode out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg & Sotello show#105 w/Angel Orsini & Joy Nash https://youtu.be/ZNeTrNwNm0E This week Evan and Buddy talk to repeat guest Angel Orsini and her partner in a new health project, fitness trainer Joy Nash! Plus thoughts about the passing of Scott Hall... A really great episode, we hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed making it!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg & Sotello show #104 w/Dobie Maxwell https://youtu.be/ZoldnrPkxP8 This week we have Stand Up Comedian and "Just My Type" Host Dobie Maxwell talking about the similarities in wrestling & stand up comedy, what works for humor and wrestling--and so much more! Check it out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg & Sotello show #103 Guest Benny Scala https://youtu.be/PbdvNxHHnRQ Today's show is SPECIAL because after an update of AEW by Evan Ginzburg, our special guest, Benny Scala of the Dan and Benny Show is joining up with Buddy to talk about BASEBALL, especially the lockout and memories about baseball. I hope you all enjoy this change of pace, it's a different show than usual but I found it to be a lot of fun to make!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg, Sotello & Lano Show #102 w/Dave Dutra! https://youtu.be/lGsMsahbTAQ A look back on bay area wrestling in the early 2000's up to today with Indy Wrestling Sensation Dave Dutra! Plus some thoughts on the passing of Indy Wrestling Talent (and former Sotello Syndicate Member )Ayrron "Boom Boom" Comini...Definitely a show you want to check out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg, Sotello & Lano Show #101 w/ Brittany Brown! https://youtu.be/6QlgJ9lReQ0 We start off our NEXT 100 shows (LOL) with guest Brittany Brown where we talk about the Late Candi Divine, the rise of women's wrestling in general and then we are joined later with Evan regarding the recent WWE PPV (Elimination Chamber) & Cody Rhodes leaving AEW-- an action packed show and a great guest-- check it out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg & Sotello SHOW # 100!!!!! https://youtu.be/366zuaeZoBc A look back on what has made this show so special for 100 shows and counting. Listen and find out why.
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg/Sotello/Lano Show#99 W/Ludwig & Chertok https://youtu.be/10kMqQzZzGM This week we have returning favorite Steve Ludwig along with talented movie producer and writer Solomon Chertok! We talk all about Solomon's webseries "End Titus", his experiences with Melissa Coates, we talk Beatles with Steven Ludwig of Planet Ludwig.com and so much more! A really fun show, be sure to check it out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Evan Ginzburg & Buddy Sotello Show#98 https://youtu.be/wKsb-ck2s5E This show it's just Evan and Buddy talking about the GCW wrestling PPV, The 2022 Royal Rumble, and the fantastic Vampiro documentary, plus more talk about fanboys, celebrity deaths and what makes people care about what they are watching vs pointless high spots, etc.-- it's not just a podcast, it's THERAPY for Evan and Buddy! Check it out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello, Evan Ginzburg & Mike Lano Show #97! https://youtu.be/j6wvO7ljKXI This week we talk about the death of Meatloaf, Louie Anderson, the 38th Anniversary of Hulk Hogan winning his first WWF title, the Vampiro Documentary (Nail in the Coffin) and so much more! Check it out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg, Lano & Sotello Show #93 w/ CT Steele! https://youtu.be/NwDeloc5UsM FINAL SHOW OF 2021! We talk about wrestlers who have not made it through the year (like Corporal Kirshner who just died this week), AEW, and things we look forwards to in 2022! Don't miss it!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg, Sotello & Lano Show #94 w/A.Pasard & Oscar! https://youtu.be/Tz2p_k_dbFI This week we start of 2022 with a BANG with two very special guests, Ref-Podcaster Alfred Pasard & Men on A Mission's OSCAR! We talk about music, Oscar's new video, Covid and what's ahead in 2022 for wrestling! A very special show you will definitely want to check out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg, Sotello & Lano Show # 95! https://youtu.be/vthmswzMoms This week we all talk about the unfortunate spate of Celebrity deaths including Matilda the Hun, plus talk about the Danielson-Hangman match, AEW vs WWE, movie talk and more!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Sotello, Ginzburg & Lano Show #96 w/Jeanne Basone https://youtu.be/aMzgmXIVjK4 This week we have back one of my all time favorite guests, the effervescent and lovely Jeanne Basone, AKA Hollywood from GLOW! We talk about her experiences and memories of the late Matilda The Hun plus her background and how she got started, music and her secrets to surviving the pandemic and looking great doing it! You'll want to check out this very special episode!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Evan Ginzburg & Buddy Sotello Show#92! https://youtu.be/CGuBp2_SI1g It's Evan and Buddy again! This show we talk about Kevin Owen's new WWE Contract, in-ring insanity and extreme wrestling, thoughts about 2021 and what's going to happen in 2022 plus Evan's Movie Reviews and both Buddy and Evan's holiday movie recommendations!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show# 91 https://youtu.be/xn6aPHUWx5Y Just like the good ol' days, it's back to Evan and Buddy talking about a variety of subjects like the AWA, ECW and the days of early cable TV wrestling, plus some memories about Blackjack Lanza who died earlier this week...
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Sotello & Lano w/Guest host Nikita Breznikov Show #90! https://youtu.be/oM0abibOZJQ This week we talk about news regarding Steve "Mongo" McMichael's unfortunate battle against ALS, Terry Funk's condition and various angles with Pat Patterson, Sgt Slaughter, Ray Stevens and more!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Sotello & Lano Show #89 w/Nikita Breznikov! https://youtu.be/y7c1O0qJiy4 This week we celebrate what would have been the 85th birthday of the Big Cat Ernie Ladd by remembering some of his greatest contributions, plus great promos that we remember and the wrestlers who gave them, and also some talk about what managers used to do and what they might do again...Check it out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg, Lano & Sotello Show #86 https://youtu.be/3UcR1SAYxUA This week we cover the "budget cuts" -ahem- of the WWE, what that will mean to the future of wrestling in general, and the life and wrestling times of Angelo Mosca!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg, Sotello & Lano Show #87 https://youtu.be/p9eXYPnKoWY Consider this wrestling therapy for the 3 of us. Discussion about things like what makes wrestlers a success, what AEW is doing right with its most recent PPV, what's wrong with WWE show prices, and the comparison between generations of wrestlers...
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Wrestling & Everything Coast To Coast: Hosts Sotello, Lano & Ginzburg Show #85 https://youtu.be/Lp8OdfZkAZg The guys have a lot to say when it comes to talking about the "death" of Ring of Honor! Check out their thoughts of the history and potential future of this once great "alternative" wrestling federation!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Ginzburg, Sotello & Lano Show #84- Wrestling and family https://youtu.be/Nf1PBh4ClXk Tonight's show is a special one. Buddy Sotello's father died earlier last week and Buddy and crew talk about wrestling & family, what performing is all about and why wrestling works for some families while not for others. I promise you this is a show that's not like any other podcast you'll listen to about wrestling this week, maybe ever. Please check it out.
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Evan Ginzburg, Buddy Sotello & Mike Lano Show#83! https://youtu.be/qF-yUxMIvZQ Evan Ginzburg is back! We talk about everything from politics and political correctness/cancel culture, boxing and some NEW IDEAS FOR THE SHOW, so you will want to check out this very special episode right away!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Mike Lano Show #82 https://youtu.be/7Ez-bObc0Cs This week we talk about Gene Lebell, Black Wrestlers who should be on a Mount Rushmore, interviewing Lex Luger during the US Express drive across America, some reminiscing about old time San Francisco and Gavin Newsom, classic cartoons- the whole schmear! I hope you enjoy this week's show!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Host Buddy Sotello Show#79 with Ryan Boman! https://youtu.be/CI8g6x_A7NE This week we talk with noted wrestling columnist and sportskeeda contributor, Ryan Boman about AEW, The Plane Ride From Hell, the future of women in pro wrestling and more! Check it out!!!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show#77 with Rock Riddle!
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A fun filled episode with Javier Ojst of Pro Wrestling Stories!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Sotello&Lano Show#75 w/W.Michaels, Butch Haugh and Nikita B! https://youtu.be/YMu68BsMjXc This week we have Robert "Butch" Haugh, Promoter of Wrestling For Charity, and returning guests Warren Michaels and Nikita Breznikov where we talk about SummerSlam, "Heels", CM Punk Returning and more! Crowded panel but a fun show covering a lot of material- check it out!
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Wrestling&Everything Coast to Coast: Host Buddy Sotello Show #73 w/Benny Scala & Nikita Bresnikov! https://youtu.be/lUdvV5UVMwo Special memorial show for both Bobby Eaton & Jody Hamilton-the Masked Assassin #1 w/special guests Benny Scala & Nikita Bresnikov! We talk about the careers of these influential wrestlers and all about kayfabe and what masked wrestling was all about "back in the day"!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Sotello/Ginzburg/Lano Show#72 w/Dave Prazak! https://youtu.be/HzBsFqhtUpM This week we bring in one of the biggest names in women's wrestling promoters, Dave Prazak, who created SHIMMER wrestling and we talk about the many talents he had working for him- plus talk about Nick Gage, Bray Wyatt, the future of women's wrestling and more!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Sotello/Ginzburg/Lano Show#70:Chris Annino&Jon Steele https://youtu.be/B6kJIIdMS94 This week a fitting tribute to one of wrestling's greatest wrestlers, Mr. Wonderful Paul Orndorff, with Jonathan Steele of Crazy Train Wrestling Podcast and Movie Producer Chris Annino!
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Wrestling&Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Sotello/Ginzburg/Lano Show#69 w/Benny Scala&Marc Madison
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A tribute to Doug Anderson and Hippie Jim Ryan and we talk a lot about the Legendary Terry Funk, Cheerleader Melissa Anderson, the trends and future of Independent Wrestling around the world with special guests Benny Scala from the Dan and Benny Show and Marc Madison of the Pro Wrestling Post.
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Wrestling & Everything Coast To Coast: Hosts Sotello/Lano/Ginzburg Show#68; A. Parsad & W.Michaels https://youtu.be/S3luN4fXGjQ This week we have a return from a year ago with Ref/Commentator/Hip Hop show host Alfred Parsard Jr.(Alfonz Stevens) Podcaster; Editor; Commentator; and former Bay Area Wrestling Announcer for Pro Wrestling Iron, California Championship Wrestling & Wrestling for Charity & Musician, Warren Michaels (Owen Jackman)
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Sotello/Ginzburg/Lano #67-TRIBUTE TO MELISSA COATES https://youtu.be/ZF4FoTtzU2w Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast hosted by Buddy Sotello, Dr. Mike Lano & Evan Ginzburg- A very special one-hour tribute to our dear friend Melissa Coates who passed away this week. Guests include: Heel Manager Vinny the Guido Horror Blogger Zainab Ali
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast Show#66 with Sotello/Ginzburg/Lano-Kim Artlip & Chris Michaels https://youtu.be/NH6pQNw-nrI Kim Artlip Owner/Promoter at IGNITE Wrestling, TEDx Speaker, 2021 Women Who Rock Nominee, 2018 WOTY Nominee Chris Michaels, One half of Team Splendid, Former ECW Tag Champ with Johnny Hotbody- The Suicide Blondes Former UWF for Herb Abrams
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast- with hosts Evan Ginzburg, Buddy Sotello, Esquire https://youtu.be/gzf53eKc2G8 Very special guests: COACH MIKE JONES- Works with UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar, Battleground MMA out of Lakewood WA, and KRAV MAGA in Puyallup WA. Also founder and Leader of The Real School Army. Owner of NGW Greenroom Media STEVE SAVAGE- Debuted for NWA New England in 2001 2011 opened Grindhouse Championship Wrestling and in 2012 became an NWA affiliate
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast:Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show#64 https://youtu.be/h3qIr2nl0Jg This weekend on Wrestling and Everything Coast to Coast hosted by Buddy Sotello, Evan Ginzburg and Dr. Mike Lano: Jamie Hemmings Book Editor for SlamWrestling.net, Queen of the Wrestling Books and co-host of The Figure Gore! Joe Dombrowski Announcer - Future of Honor at Ring of Honor Wrestling & many more We talk about horror, wrestling, announcing and some in depth conversation about what makes a great announcer and a great wrestling writer- stuff you won't want to miss so check it out!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast To Coast : Hosts Buddy Sotello, Evan Ginzburg SHOW#63 w/Mike Messier! Controversial wrestling journalist/filmmaker/author Mike Messier takes on WWE, Vince, overzealous fans and talks about AEW Fanfest! Check it out folks! https://youtu.be/Z2lHY3HJcjE
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast W/Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg (W/Mike Lano) Show#62! This week our guests bring some international flavor with Nick Campbell from Ireland, Long time Promoter, wrestler, historian. Author of the critically acclaimed and definitive book on The History of Pro Wrestling in Ireland(Falls, Brawls and Town Halls) from 1932 to current. Dr Mike also has photos in it of such stars who made it globally including Wild Angus Campbell, Dave "Fit" Findley and his son and many others. We also have special guest host Javier Ojst stopping by along with Author Stephanie Kojima, who will discuss her book about her father, Hiro Matsuda in her book "Spirit of the Samurai". This was a very special and informative show, I really suggest you check it out! https://youtu.be/nE1jx4xcG3s
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show#61w/Mr Big & Krayven On tonight's show we pay tribute to New Jack, The Solution's Havok, Lloyd Price. We also talk Lord Al Hayes, Vic Grimes, Johnny Rodz & Homicide. Special guests. Mr. Big, Father Krayven and co-hosted by Dr. Mike Lano, Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg https://youtu.be/wy_l0ciuT3k
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Wrestling&Everything Coast to Coast:Hosts Buddy Sotello&Evan Ginzburg Show#60 w/Scott Romer & AJ Pan This week we have Wrestling Photographer/Manager Scott Romer and modern day manager AJ Pan join us in a spirited talk about managing wrestlers in the past vs managing today! Check it out! https://youtu.be/0OS6qKDJl6o
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show#59 w/Cosper & Mattei This week Mike Lano joins us as we have a show that's ALMOST TOO BIG FOR YOUTUBE TO CONTAIN! First we interview John Cosper about his new book on Chris Candido, and we also have "Young Rock" star Wayne Mattei, who plays Sgt. Slaughter all the way from Australia! This could be the best show of 2021, so check it out!!! https://youtu.be/q6E5wGnHKQk
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Wrestling & Everything Coast To Coast:Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg show#58 Mark Bujan Tribute This week we are joined not just by guest host Mike Lano but also Mark Nowotarski and Mary Fries, daughter of Wildman Pampero Firpo, for a wonderful tribute to recently deceased Detroit Wrestling Journalist Legend, Mark Bujan. Please check out this very special tribute episode! https://youtu.be/gL_0Ye0fQM4
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We take apart Wrestlemania like a leftover holiday ham!
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An opinion-filled pre wrestlemania show!
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This week's show we are joined with special guest host Mike Lano as we interview women's wrestling pioneer Brittany Brown, former women's champion, student of Killer Kowalski's school and LPWA executive! We talk about the state of women's wrestling today and what can be done to improve it! Don't miss it!
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This week we interview a legitimate SUPERSTAR from the past, the brother of Randy "Macho Man" Savage and legend Angelo Poffo, the GENIUS HIMSELF, LANNY POFFO! We give you wrestling wisdom, first hand accounts of growing up in a famous wrestling family and DIRTY LIMERICKS. What more could you ask from our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHOW? We even have the privilege of having Evan Ginzburg back along with Mike Lano- This is a show you will NOT WANT TO MISS OUT ON! Listen today!!! https://youtu.be/wWZMBsC8VLo
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This week we have Pro Wrestling Historian and author Tim Corvin go through some of the greatest moments in wrestling history from the mid 1800's, plus his experiences in being involved in Tennessee and mid 80's indy wrestling in southern California!
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This week we talk about the passing of a number of wrestlers and wrestling talent including Dean Ho and Jim Crockett Jr and the legacy of JCP Wrestling Federation. https://youtu.be/8a5iCJVOHcI
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This week we get a wonderful last minute repeat guest, Author Kenny Casanova as we talk about his Vader Time book, Kamala book, time as a manager and his creative process as an author!
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Hey it's a show about NOTHING - and yet EVERYTHING too-- A great discussion about a whole bunch of stuff including old school talk, new school talk, and discussion about Evan's new book, Wrestling Rings, Blackboards and Movie Sets!
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Today features a wild grab bag of wrestling opinions from noted wrestling authors/historians/podcasters Javier Ojst, Benny Scala and Ryan Bowman! We dive in deep to talk about the differences between old school wrestling, wrestling today and what can be done to fix the low ratings!
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This week we have the pleasure of talking with old time friend and bay area legend Tony "The Shooter" Jones with guest host Mike Lano as we discuss his amazing career in All Pro Wrestling, Japan and the WWE!
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A truly fascinating, one of a kind interview with some amazing substance behind it, we interview Ceasar B. Black of Fog City Wrestling and find out about the rise and fall (and rise again?) of this unique Bay Area wrestling federation.
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show#45 with Scott Wilson & Julian Rich!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show#44 W/Bill Anderson
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This week a wild and crazy show with the Metal Maniac!
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This week we have a very intelligent conversation with Sheldon Goldberg, Owner/Promoter of New England Championship Wrestling! Listen while we discuss the history of this legendary federation, plus his thoughts on being a promoter and the challenges of Covid 19!
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Joined by Mike Lano & Steve Hershkowitz
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This week we interview someone I have wanted to talk to all my life: GLOW's HOLLYWOOD (Jeanne Basone!). Vivacious, full of energy and looking great, she tells us all about her time in wrestling and beyond. An A+++ interview, don't miss it!
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This week we talk to Lucha Libre specialist, comic book author and musician, Carlos Los Espada!
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This week we interview Wrestling Author, musician and actor, Joey Cassata of "Wrestling with Joeylicious"!
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This week we talk to Wrestling Manager Extraordinaire "Mr. Big" Jon Wohl!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show#36 w/Vinny Berry
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This week we talk Wrestling Unionization with Comand the Mic's Nic Comando!
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This week we talk to Pro Wrestling Stories Author Jim Phillips!
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This week we talk about the passing of Tracy Smothers with author John Cosper of eatsleepwrestle.com, and Dr. Mike Lano!
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This week we talk to 1970's NWA Rookie of the Year, Irish Mickey Doyle! We talk about past greats like Pat Patterson, Al Costello, Red Bastein, Ray Stevens and more!
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This week we visit with Pro Wrestling Stories Writer Javier Ojst!
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This week we talk to wrestling manager and Covid-19 survivor, Father Krayven!
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Noted filmmakers Mark Nowotarski (Battles, Bouts and Brawls and The Sheik documentary) and James Saliba join us as we talk Detroit wrestling history, The Sheik, The Bruiser, Johnny Valentine, indie filmmaking and much more.
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Angel Orsini- Star of ECW, Pancrase, actress, humanitarian in an inspirational one hour interview. Episode 28 of Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast w Buddy Sotello and Evan Ginzburg
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Legendary photographers Dr. Mike Lano and Geoff Winningham (Friday Night In The Coliseum) join Evan Ginzburg and Buddy Sotello for this week’s very special Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast. We talk: Paul & Valerie Bosch Giant Baba Vince McMahon, Sr. Ernie Ladd Johnny Valentine Nick Kozak Bronco Lubitch Homer O’Dell Dory Funk Jr. vs. Wahoo McDaniels Tim Woods Kurt Angle Tolos-Blassie The Chicago Amphitheater Bruiser/Crusher vs. Stevens/Bockwinkle wBobby Heenan Sheik-Tolos Valiant Brothers Visit www.geoffwinningham.com to purchase Friday Night in the Coliseum OLD SCHOOL FANS DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE- DROPPING SATURDAY NIGHT 9/19/20 ON YOU TUBE AND OUR WRESTLING AND EVERYTHING FACEBOOK PAGE
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This week we talk to Leonard Caplan of Wrestling Talk, the original show from NYC!
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Steve Ludwig, King of Pop Culture pulls out a real piece of The Hindenburg and Jayne Mansfield's car wreck. Really. Plus Beatles memorabilia and wrestling memories.
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Jesse Krakow is a multi-instrumentalist who has worked with Nona Hendryx (LaBelle), Kate Pierson (The B-52's), The Shaggs, Shudder To Think, Aaron Freeman (Ween), Gail Ann Dorsey (David Bowie/Kenny Kravitz), Gary Lucas (Captain Beefheart/Jeff Buckley), John Zorn, Julee Cruise ("Twin Peaks"), Jello Biafra (Dead Kennedys), Ruins, Gilbert Gottfried, Paul Rudd, The American Contemporary Music Ensemble, The Losers Lounge, and many more. He has recordings out on Sony, Atlantic, Tzadik, Team Love, New Amsterdam, Cuneiform, Relapse, Crucial Blast, Public Eyesore, among others. From April 2012-September 2013 he was the host of "Minor Music" on WFMU, and in 2013 he was awarded a Fellowship by The Brooklyn Philharmonic. He was a Professor at Bootsy Collins' Funk University and is founder of "J.A.M" - Jesse Academy of Music, which specializes in musical education, composition, production, and live performance for young musicians. Currently he is the musical director of MANDONNA, a 9-piece all-male Madonna tribute band in NYC. His latest album is "The W.A.M Album", a collection of songs from the world of professional wrestling.
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Bruce Hart- from the legendary Hart family talks about his role in changing the wrestling business discussing Dynamite Kid, Davey Boy Smith, Brian Pillman, Bret & Owen, etc. Bob Johnson- wrestling insider, historian and radio host joins the fun
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show#19 w/ legendary wrestling photographer Mike Lano!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast To Coast: Hosts Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Show#18 w/Mike Monte!
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This week we talk to master of WWF/WWE/WCW Music and member of the Gentrys with Jimmy Hart, JJ McGuire!
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Eric Adamz, wrestling's greatest unsigned talent and Co-Host at Beyond Bushido Podcast, talks about wrestling around the world, being trained by Johnny Rodz, working with Robert Gibson and many legends. Plus wrestling in the year of Covid-19 and recent scandals rocking the business.
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This week we interview Jesus Cruz, video producer for two decades of Bay Area indy wrestling, including All Pro Wrestling, Pro Wrestling Iron and Big Time Wrestling, plus his involvement as a lucha libre promoter, Indy Wrestling Podcaster (indyhandshake.com) and a stand up comedian!
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Noted print and wrestling journalist Ryan K. Boman from the distinguished The Gorilla Position talks wrestling journalism, fan misconceptions, wrestling in the era of CoVid-19, Harley Race, and much more.
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This week's show features Wrestlerock/Musclerock/Military Rock-Wrestling Promoter and noted networker from All Cities Networking (www.allcitiesnetworking.org) Eric Shaw! We talk about Rob Van Dam, the Guererro Family, Rey Mysterio Jr. and more, plus the importance of networking and achieving goals in wrestling by being an effective networker!
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Noted referee Alfonz Stevens talks about his health battles with Covid-19, the art of being a referee, wrestling history, hip hop & much more...
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This week we talk with Nor Cal indy wrestler, promoter and ring personality for over two decades, Sir Samurai! Sir Samurai started ring announcing in March of 2002. At the end of the year he started training to wrestle at the SPW Training Academy (where WWE's John Morrison, ref Ryan Tran, NXT's Timothy Thatcher, and All Japan's JR Kratos all go their start). Made his in ring debut July of 2003 and then went 17 years having wrestled at least once a month every month, with that ending in April because of the Pandemic. He has wrestled in 9 states and 2 countries. Have had 1123 matches in 78 different companies!
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Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast with Buddy Sotello & Evan Ginzburg Episode #9- We celebrate the 5th birthday of www.ProWrestlingStories.com - one of the finest and most successful wresting websites in the history of the business (56 Million total readers) as we interview Editor JP Zarka on wrestling history, wrestling journalism, his music and more. Plus! Live musical performance by JP!
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