Best Very Big Books Llc Podcasts (2024)

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June 24th, 1974 Blassie, Bruno, Baba and more. With Evan Ginzburg and Cary Silkin 1:17:52

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On this special episode of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden, Cary, Tim and I welcome wrestling historian - Evan Ginzburg. On June 24th, 1974 Evan attended his very first wrestling show, and we are happy to have him on this episode to talk about that night. And the card, which was a great one! WWWF @ New York City, NY – Madison Square Garden …

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May 20th 1974 Bruno vs. Kowalski Rematch! 1:11:21

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Here is Episode 31 of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden. A very special episode with a roundtable of former Ring of Honor owner Cary Silkin, Hall of Fame Writer/Photographer George Napolitano and John Arezzi discuss a wide variety of topics from back in the day! Moderated by Tim Puttre. WWWF @ New York City, NY – Madison Square Garden – Monda…

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April 29th 1974 Killer Kowalski battles Bruno Sammartino in a classic bloody brawl at MSG! 56:20

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Here is Episode 30 of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - where we review the wild April 29th, 1974 card that featured the brawl between challenger Killer Kowalski taking on the living legend Bruno Sammartino. Co-hosts John Arezzi and Cary Silkin go into detail on the show which featured rare run ins by wrestlers to break up the battle betwee…

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April 1st 1974 WWWF Madison Square Garden Show Vokloff vs Bruno! 1:09:41

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Here is Episode 29 of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - where we review the April 1st, 1974 house show from the mecca of all arenas. We welcome former owner of Ring of Honor - Cary Silkin as a co-host of the show beginning with this episode. Cary has a rich history - and attended most of the MSG shows in this era. He's a great storyteller a…

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Bruno Sammartino vs. Nikolai Volkoff from March 4th - 1974 47:52

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Here is Epsisode 28 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, reviewing the house show I attended at the Mecca of all arenas on March 4th, 1974. WWWF @ New York City, NY – Madison Square Garden – Monday Night March 4, 1974 bell time 8:30pm (22,091; sell out) The scheduled bout between Don Leo Jonathan and Ed Sullivan did not take place Donna Chri…

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Bruno Sammartino takes on Don Leo Jonathan in his first WWWF Title Defense at MSG after winning back the title 39:28

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Tim Puttre and I review the first title defense for newly re-crowned champion, Bruno Sammartino at Madison Square Garden. WWWF @ New York City, NY – Madison Square Garden – Monday night January 14, 1974 bell time 8:30 sellout crowd (22,147) Butcher Brannigan defeated Mike Pappas at 11:15 Otto Von Heller defeated Tony Altimore at 9:55 Jose Gonzalez …

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December 10th, 1973 Bruno Sammartino captures the WWWF title from Stan Stasiak 1:26:21

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Here is episode 26 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden. A very special episode that reviews the night Bruno Sammartino re-captured the WWWF Heavyweight Title to begin his 2nd reign as champion. Bruno beat Stan Stasiak before a delirious crowd at the sold out Garden. John Tolos also makes his first appearance ever at the "new" MSG. A historic…

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November 12th, 1973 Pedro Morales vs. Larry Hennig (Pedro's last title defense at MSG!) Andre the Giant 1:01:36

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Here is episode 25 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, covering the MSG house show I attended on November 12th, 1973. Lots of stories from this night are shared by John Arezzi about his breakthrough in being able to finally sit in the front ringside seats at the Garden, and tales about that night, which would turn out to be Pedro Morales's …

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 24 October 15th, 1973 1:20:30

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Here is Episode 24 of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden. On this episode, Tim Puttre and I review the house show I attended at the mecca of all arenas on October 15th, 1973 WWWF @ New York City, NY – Madison Square Garden – October 15, 1973 (22,102) Vicki Williams & Joyce Grable defeated Women’s Tag Team Champions Toni Rose & Donna Christiane…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Big name who never wrestled at MSG with Cary Silken 49:53

11M ago49:53

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On this Bonus episode of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Tim Puttre and I welcome Cary Silken, former owner of RING OF HONOR to talk about an interesting list of wrestlers who NEVER wrestled at Madison Garden. Lots of names that will surprise you. Host - John Arezzi Co-Host and Producer - Tim Puttre Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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The Finale | Discussing the Book of the Fallen and Ten Very Big Books 1:30:08

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We sit down as a group one final time to talk about the Book of the Fallen and the show. Thanks so much for listening. We love you. --- Watch the Stream of the Fallen VOD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dpt0p0d6i4I Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Subscribe to us on YouTube - https://youtube.com/TenVeryBigBooks Follo…

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The Crippled God | Conversation with Steven Erikson 1:28:41

12M ago1:28:41

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The gang talks to Steve one last time. --- Watch the Stream of the Fallen VOD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dpt0p0d6i4I Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Subscribe to us on YouTube - https://youtube.com/TenVeryBigBooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 23 August 27th 1973 41:48

12M ago41:48

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Here is episode 23 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, cover the August 27th, 1973 card from the Mecca of Wrestling arenas! ATTENDANCE: 18,666 MANUAL SOTO WRESTLED TO A DRAW WITH EL OLYMPICO - 20 MINUTES VICTOR RIVERA DEFEATED MR. FUGI FARMER JEROME & LITTLE LOUIE DEFEATED LITTLE BRUTUS AND PEE WEE ADAMS CHIEF JAY STRONGBOW BEAT PROFESSOR T…

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The Crippled God Mailbag Wrap-Up 45:40

1y ago45:40

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HEYO! We're back after the Stream of the Fallen (which you can watch HERE on our YouTube<3 sorry about the echo that gets progressively worse until like hour 6 when AJ fixes it. Livestreaming!) and finally ready to wrap-up our readthrough of Dust of Dreams and The Crippled God. Thanks to everyone who submitted their questions! Keep an eye on the fe…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 22 July 23rd, 1973 46:42

1y ago46:42

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On this 22nd episode of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden, Tim and I review the July 23rd, 1973 show at the Mecca of all arenas, Madison Sq. Garden. An enjoyable look back at wrestling from the Garden! WWWF @ New York City, NY - Madison Square Garden - July 23, 1973 (20,629) Televised on HBO - featured Vince McMahon on commentary Little Boy B…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 21 June 30th 1973 52:42

1y ago52:42

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On this 21st episode of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden, Tim and I review the June 30th, 1973 show at the Mecca of all arenas, Madison Sq. Garden. An enjoyable look back at wrestling from the Garden! WWWF @ New York City, NY - Madison Square Garden - June 30, 1973 (20,987) Televised on HBO - featured Vince McMahon on commentary: Blackjack L…

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Post-season and Stream of the Fallen Update w/ AJ! 2:17

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Hey everybody! Producer AJ here, in the show notes ooooo ahhhhh. Subscribe to us on YouTube! Tune into the Stream of the Fallen on July 22nd from 11am to 9pm Eastern time (UTC -4)! Mailbag et cetera coming in August! See you soon love you byeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!! Subscribe to us on YouTube!!!!!!!!!! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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The Crippled God - Your Private Shore - Part 2 3:28:39

1y ago3:28:39

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This is it. The big one. Our final readthrough episode of the Malazan Book of the Fallen. We hope you enjoy. Thank you so much. - - - Chapters covered - 23, 24, Epilogues 1 & 2 - - - Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Subscribe to us on YouTube - https://youtube.com/TenVeryBigBooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://tw…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 20 June 2, 1973 1:21:22

1y ago1:21:22

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Episode 20 - June 4th, 1973 Special Guest Cary Silken On this 20th episode of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden, Tim and I welcome former Ring of Honor President, Cary Silken to discuss his memories of this card. Cary also discusses his memories of wrestling at the Garden, and his career. Cary, Tim and …

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The Crippled God - Your Private Shore - Part 1 1:07:15

1y ago1:07:15

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Wow are we actually going to finish all these books??? WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS REGARDING OUR READTHROUGHS OF DUST OF DREAMS AND THE CRIPPLED GOD! JOIN US ON DISCORD OR EMAIL US YOUR MAIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Josh's audio gets lost and we have to use the sync track, India reveals some production secrets, Mark joins the s…

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The Crippled God - To One in Chains 1:58:46

1y ago1:58:46

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#FreeKalam. I can't believe we're almost done what!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Things are happening!!!!!!!!!!! India asks about cars (and Cars, the film), AJ's dog is chewing a toy right next to them the *entire* recording, Josh doesn't actually know what's going on but he will explain it completely, Pete thinks Josh is a star. - - - Chapters covered - 17, …

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The Crippled God - A Hand Upon the Fates 1:27:42

1y ago1:27:42

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It's not a metaphor! The show is here! Only three regular episodes left!!! India's eating a salad, Josh wants Gruntle to "nut up", Pete had AJ cut something from the podcast (I'll never tell), AJ nails it. - - - Chapters covered - 14, 15, 16 - - - Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Subscribe to us on YouTube - https://yo…

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The Crippled God - Fists of the World 1:19:35

1+ y ago1:19:35

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Just got back from the Wastelands and BOY am I thirsty! Josh X's Y so Z, Pete hops on the Vengabus, AJ needs everyone to link up PLEASE. - - - Chapters covered - 11, 12, 13 - - - Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Subscribe to us on YouTube - https://youtube.com/TenVeryBigBooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitte…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 19 April 30th, 1973 58:22

1+ y ago58:22

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On this episode, Tim and I review this HISTORIC MSG house show from April 30th 1973. Pedro Morales defends his title against Don Leo Jonathan. Andre The Giant made his 2nd ever appearance at the Mecca of all arenas, taking on Professor Tanaka. Mat Memories From Madison Sq. Garden Episode 19 - April 30th, 1973 WWWF @ New York City, NY - Madison Squa…

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The Crippled God - To Charge the Spear 1:31:33

1+ y ago1:31:33

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Wuh oh! Looks like a new kind of horrific animal(???) just dropped in the Wastelands!! Get your nets, we're goin' shard hunting. Pete's bein' smarmy again, India establishes her place in the pack, AJ teaches you how to kiss an orc, Josh finally learns the pleasure of edging. - - - Chapters covered - 8, 9, 10 - - - Back the show on Patreon - https:/…

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The Crippled God - All the Takers of My Days 1:37:44

1+ y ago1:37:44

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Welcome to the first not funny episode of Ten Very Big Books. We tell no jokes in this one. It is NOT funny. Do NOT laugh. AJ comes out swingin' with a real stinker, India can't stop thinking about the shore, Josh missed the question, Pete cries. - - - Chapters covered - 5, 6, 7 - - - Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks S…

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The Crippled God - 'He Was a Soldier' - Part 2 47:27

1+ y ago47:27

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Just 14 minutes after recording the first episode of this season we recorded the second! Is it obvious in our energy??? Pete is once again under scrutiny, Josh is back on his #soldiersh*t, Pete still loves a little worm of a guy, India thinks shadowdancing is probably sexy. --- Chapters covered - 3, 4 --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 18 March 26th, 1973 49:51

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WWWF @ New York City, NY - Madison Square Garden - Monday Night March 26, 1973 Bell time 8:30 pm (22,136) SELL OUT El Olympico defeated Joe Turco at 8:14 Tony Garea defeated Frank Valois at 10:15 Mad Dog & Butcher Vachon defeated Don Curtis & Louie Tillet at 12:09 Victor Rivera fought the Giant Goliath to a 20 minute draw WWWF Tag Team Champion Mr.…

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The Crippled God - 'He Was a Soldier' - Part 1 1:02:52

1+ y ago1:02:52

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*kr-chh* Crack open those prebiotic-soda-alternatives, baby! We're in the FINAL BOOK!!! Wow. AJ's has a local grocer, India loves [our legal team has advised us to not disclose a specific carbonated beverage without receiving financial compensation for doing so], Pete loves Noto Boil, Josh talks about a word and we ALL know what he means we're ALL …

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Dust of Dream - Dust of Dreams - Part 2 1:38:33

1+ y ago1:38:33

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Babe, wake up. There's a new iron. And we're finishing Dust of Dreams today!!! Believe it! India has cat problems, Pete asks a leading question, Josh loves the thick boys with strong hearts, AJ spends 3 minutes trying to justify the eradication of an entire civilization. --- Chapters covered - 22, 23, 24 — Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 17 1:00:43

1+ y ago1:00:43

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WWWF @ New York City, NY - Madison Square Garden – Monday Night February 26, 1973 Bell time 8:30 pm (22,098) Plus 2 from Jan 15thshow another sellout Susan Green & Lily Thomas defeated Peggy Patterson & Paula Kaye at 18:12 in a Best 2 out of 3 falls match Tony Garea defeated Mike Conrad at 15:05 Mike Graham defeated Joe Turco at 5:42 Terry Funk def…

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Dust of Dream - Dust of Dreams - Part 1 1:45:07

1+ y ago1:45:07

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Grab your sensible flats! Wooboobooboobooboo *drip noise* we're diving into the final book of Dust of Dreams! The energy in this one is chaotic, to say the least. India hates friend groups, Pete's lookin' for the moms, Josh makes some references to the Ancient Texts (memes circa 2012), we make a new property that is ORIGINAL CONTENT and CAN NOT BE …

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Dust of Dreams - Only the Dust Will Dance - Part 3 1:05:02

1+ y ago1:05:02

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Make sure you takes notes on all of the weed websites there WILL be a test. AJ wants to know what's up with the jade, Pete thinks we got to fur suits a little too soon, Josh hopes it all means something in the end, India once again gets away with it. --- Chapters covered - 17, 18 — Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Foll…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 16 49:12

1+ y ago49:12

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A very special episode of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden! Tim Puttre and I discuss this house show I attended. Notable for John, as it was the first time he shot 8mm movies at the Garden. We share some of those films at: patreon.com/johnarezzi WWWF @ New York City, NY - Madison Square Garden - January 15, 1973 (22,096) Sky Low Low & Little…

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Dust of Dreams - Only the Dust Will Dance - Part 2 1:33:27

1+ y ago1:33:27

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This episode includes discussion around the subject of sexual assault and torture. We touch on our immediate thoughts in the summary portion, and then after the credits we address the linked article from the Tor reread, including the write-up from Steve. "On Hetan, The Barghast, and the Portrayal of Torture in Fantasy Fiction" from Tor's Malazan Re…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 15 57:03

1+ y ago57:03

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Monday December 18, 1972 (22,906) a new gate record Joe Turco beat Blackjack Slade 9:10 Tony Garea beat Bull Pometti 10:46 The Great Goliath Pinned Manuel Soto 7:00 Sonny King VS Buddy Wolf (20min limit draw) Gorilla Monsoon beat Chuck O'Connor 6:17 El Olympico & Victor Rivera Beat Dory Funk Sr. & Terry Funk 2 falls to 1 in 15:03 Mil Mascaras pinne…

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Dust of Dreams - Only the Dust Will Dance - Part 1 58:19

1+ y ago58:19

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Get your tinkle bells out! We recorded this before Christmas! India was stuck on the subway until immediately after we finished recording, so regrettably she's not on this one 3 Josh thinks the Jaghut look like Street Sharks, Pete hates Naruto, AJ doesn't know what's going on with the Bolkando. --- Chapters covered - 13, 14 --- Back the show on P…

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DIE HARD (1988) 39:55

1+ y ago39:55

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Happy holidays! Join the gang as they gather 'round the fireplace to BLOW SOME SHIT UP AND SAY WITTY ONE-LINERS WOO! HELL YEAH BABY!!!! Also Josh tells us something horrible about his past. --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Ema…

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Dust of Dreams - Eaters of Diamonds and Gems - Part 3 54:42

1+ y ago54:42

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Gobble gobble! Hope you're ready to talk about having relations with a food. Pete tries to say 'Chaur', India finally pitches the Lorne x Ganoes fic we've all been waiting for, Josh tests our geography skills. --- Chapters covered - 11, 12 --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitte…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden Episode 14 37:09

1+ y ago37:09

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WWWF @ New York City, NY - Madison Square Garden Monday November 27, 1972 (18,183) El Olympico defeated Joe Turco 9:24 Eddie Graham defeated Blackjack Slade 10:14 Black Gordman defeated Sonny King via submission 6:25 Victor Rivera fought the Spoiler to a 20-minute time-limit draw WWWF World Champion Pedro Morales defeated Ray Stevens at 11:58 when …

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Dust of Dreams - Eaters of Diamonds and Gems - Part 2 1:03:50

1+ y ago1:03:50

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Take me out to the ballgame! Take me out to the crowd! This is a baseball podcast! Go Phils! AJ's watching the Phillies, Pete wants you to see Tár, Josh considers employment opportunities for the K'Chain Che'Malle, India asks about ghosts. --- Chapters covered - 9, 10 --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the sho…

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Dust of Dreams - Eaters of Diamonds and Gems - Part 1 1:03:40

2y ago1:03:40

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Lotta lore in this one today! Both fictional AND personal. India pitches a different energy for the show, Josh gives us a perfect 21st century analog for the Holds and Warrens, AJ wants Duiker for dinner, Pete thinks the K'Chain Che'Malle are cringe. --- Chapters covered - 7, 8 --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Foll…

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Dust of Dreams - The Sea Does Not Dream of You - Part 2 1:08:48

2y ago1:08:48

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It's the buzzcut kids, here to party! India is out this week and we miss her dearly <3 Josh wants to talk about art, Pete drops a WoW reference, AJ likes the new gate name. Live event poll! Public Patreon update post! --- Chapters covered - 4, 5, 6 --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden Episode 13 54:38

2y ago54:38

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Here is episode 13 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, which reviews the Madison Square Garden WWWF card of October 16th, 1972. WWWF @ New York City, NY - Madison Square Garden - October 16, 1972 Attendance 15,423 The Black Demon defeated Joe Turco - 6 minutes Little Beaver & Little Louie defeated Frenchy Lamont & Sonny Boy Hayes 2-1 18:20 …

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Dust of Dreams - The Sea Does Not Dream of You - Part 1 1:22:25

2y ago1:22:25

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The Boys are back and so are we! AJ says he has a small energy, Josh finds his favorite scene in Malazan, India has mixed feelings about witches, and Pete finally reveals what the “P” in PB stands for. Live event poll! Public Patreon update post! --- Chapters covered - Prologue, 1, 2, 3 --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigb…

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Some updates with AJ and Pete! 6:04

2y ago6:04

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AJ and Pete talk about the next season(s!), and some updates to the Patreon! Here's a more in depth discussion of the Patreon! Thanks for listening! Dust of Dreams starts next week!!!!! --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email u…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden BONUS SHOW 52:17

2y ago52:17

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Here is the special bonus edition of MAT MEMORIES FROM MADISON SQUARE GARDEN, featuring the September 30th, 1972 SHOWDOWN AT SHEA - the much herald match between Bruno Sammartino and WWWF Champion Pedro Morales. I recap the event, events leading up to it, and the disappointment with the show with Tim Puttre. Attached are photos (courtesy John Panto…

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Toll the Hounds | Conversation with Steven Erikson 1:20:25

2y ago1:20:25

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Steven Erikson joins the gang once again to talk about Toll the Hounds and more! --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com Join our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord --- Thank you to D…

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The Wurms of Blearmouth | A Tale of Bauchelain and Korbal Broach 28:22

2y ago28:22

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Josh loves the Wurms baby (idk I didn't read this one - AJ)! Pete tries to get back in AP Canavan's good graces by kind of praising the story! Fun is had by all! --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at g…

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Toll the Hounds Spoilercast w/ AP Canavan! (A Critical Dragon, Malazan Advanced Reader) 1:15:39

2y ago1:15:39

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AP is back! This time talking SERIES SPOILERS and MORE with Pete! AP on YouTube (A Critical Dragon) --- Back the show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/tenverybigbooks Follow the show on Twitter - https://twitter.com/tenverybigbooks Thoughts about the show? Email us - tenverybigbooks at gmail.com Join our community Discord - http://bit.ly/VBBDiscord…

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