Podcast
It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast
Hosted by kenzimmermanjr · EN
Pro wrestling podcast dedicated to wrestling history between 1870 and 1928 although we do occassionally range into the 1930s.
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Episode 135 - Scufflers, Shooters, and Workers
4d ago00:40:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I discussed the lessons I learned writing Scufflers, Shooters, and Workers: Pioneer Wrestlers of the 19th Century, Vol. 1. I also discuss Sam Muchnick establishing Ted DiBiase as a main event wrestler from 1978 to 1980.
Transcribe →Episode 134 - Gotch Working?
2w ago00:33:35Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I discuss a March 1901 match between Frank Gotch and Oscar Wasem in Burlington, Iowa. I also review a World Class Championship Wrestling show from May 1983.
Transcribe →Episode 133 - Gone But Not Forgotten
3w ago00:38:41Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we discuss a horrible contest between Clarence Whistler and Duncan C. Ross in November 1881. I also review a WWF card from November 1986 in St. Louis that my cousin Dan and I attended.
Transcribe →Episode 132 - Stan Zbyszko Wins
4w ago00:46:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we discuss Stanislaus Zbyszko finally winning the world title in 1921. I also review a Fred Kohler Chicago card from 1936.
Transcribe →Episode 131 - Supercards (Bonus)
4w ago00:34:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I discuss two early supercards in 1911 and 1934. I also review Wrestlemania III, WWF's biggest show of the national expansion.
Transcribe →Episode 130 - I'll Drop It to My Cousin
Apr 1300:40:48Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I discuss the match between James E. Owens, who had a claim to the American Collar-and-Elbow Wrestling Championship, and his first cousin, the powerful John McMahon. I also review Championship Wrestling from Florida on May 16, 1984.
Transcribe →Episode 129 - Fluke Title Changes
Apr 600:43:34Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I discuss short title reigns that made the champions look like fluke champions. I also review 2026 AAA Rey de Reyes Tournament card.
Transcribe →Episode 128 - 2 Fakers and All Out 2021
Mar 3000:43:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I discuss 19th Century professional wrestlers Andre Christol and Thiebaud Bauer plus review All Out 2021, AEW's highest selling pay-per-view to date.
Transcribe →Episode 127 - Tragic Accident
Mar 2300:37:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I discuss Charlie Olson accidentally killing a wrestler in the ring during January 1911. I also review a WWA All-Star Wrestling Show from Indianapolis on May 4, 1974.
Transcribe →Episode 126 - Wasem vs. Carroll
Mar 1600:36:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I discuss a contest between Oscar Wasem and Joe Caroll, who is better known as J.C. Marsh or Ollie Marsh, in 1907.
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