Best Cary Silkin 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

2M ago56:20

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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

6M ago1:26:21

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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

10M 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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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 23 August 27th 1973 41:48

11M 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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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 22 July 23rd, 1973 46:42

12M 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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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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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 19 April 30th, 1973 58:22

1y 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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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden - Episode 18 March 26th, 1973 49:51

1+ y ago49:51

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden Episode 12 1:02:25

2y ago1:02:25

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Here is episode 12 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, which reviews the Madison Square Garden WWWF card of September 2nd, 1972. Saturday September 2nd, 1972 Attendance 21,819 sell-out · Chuck O'Conner defeated Joe Nova · El Olympico defeated Joe Turco (13:51) · Sonny King defeated The Black Demon · Mr. Fugi & Professor Toru Tanaka defeated…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden Episode 11 55:47

2y ago55:47

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Here is episode 11 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, which reviews the Madison Square Garden WWWF card of July 29th, 1972. WWWF @ New York City, NY - Madison Square Garden - July 29, 1972 (announced as 17,398) This was a Saturday Night Show @ MSG Bell time 8:30pm Chuck O'Connor defeated Thomas Marin (sub. for Mike Conrad) 16:05 El Olympic…

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Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden Episode 10 57:16

2y ago57:16

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Here is episode 10 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, which reviews the Madison Square Garden WWWF card of July 1st, 1972. The Card: WWWF New York City, NY Attendance: 19,512 Madison Square Garden - July 1st, 1972 Mike Graham defeated Juan Caruso at 5:19 Fred Curry defeated Joe Nova at 6:43 Gorilla Monsoon defeated the Black Demon at 4:17 …

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Episode 9 1:19:25

2y ago1:19:25

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Here is episode 9 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, which reviews the Madison Sq. Garden WWWF card of May 22nd, 1972. This show featured the Main Event between the Wild Bull of the Pampus, the 8th wonder of the World (before Andre The Giant was called it) PAMPERO FIRPO against WWWF Champion Pedro Morales! Also a bloody encounter between L…

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Episode 8 1:06:29

2+ y ago1:06:29

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Here is episode 8 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, which reviews the Madison Sq. Garden WWWF card of April 19th, 1972. This show featured a wild main event between WWWF Champion Pedro Morales, who defended his title against the crazy KING CURTIS! The show features rare audio with Pampero Firpo, The Grand Wizard, King Curtis, Lou Albano a…

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Episode 7 1:02:27

2+ y ago1:02:27

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Here is episode 7 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, which reviews the Madison Sq. Garden WWWF card of March 13th, 1972. A show that had a co-main event with Pedro Morales defending his WWWF title against Baron Mikel Scicluna, and the RETURN of Bruno Sammartino after a several month absence, who faced brawler Smasher Sloan! The Card: Jimmy…

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Episode 6 1:02:10

2+ y ago1:02:10

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Here is episode 6 of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, which reviews the Madison Sq. Garden WWWF card of February 21st, 1972. A card that featured the return match between WWWF Champion Pedro Morales defending his title against Professor Tanaka. Lots of vintage wrestling talk from this show - and memories of that era. Also an update from Joh…

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Episode 5 58:50

2+ y ago58:50

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Here is the January 31st, 2022 episode of Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden, which reviews the Madison Sq. Garden WWWF of January 31st, 1972. A card that featured WWWF Champion Pedro Morales defending his title against Professor Tanaka. Debuts by Pampero Firpo and Ernie Ladd added to the excitement of the show! Fred Blassie is also on the car…

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ROHStrong Episode 90: Bobby Cruise and Maria Kanellis Bennett 1:26:39

2+ y ago1:26:39

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Maria Kanellis-Bennett and Bobby Cruise talk about teaming up to book ROH’s revamped women’s division, their working relationship, what they looked for when putting the roster together, why Rok-C was the right choice to be champion, and Deonna Purrazzo showing up at Final Battle. They also discuss the end of this era of ROH, what the future holds f…

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ROHStrong Episode 89: EC3 1:11:56

2+ y ago1:11:56

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EC3 talks about unleashing “Titan” Adam Scherr at Final Battle: End of an Era and how difficult it was to keep it a surprise; his thoughts on his time in ROH; what the future holds for him and the Control Your Narrative movement; having creative freedom, and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at…

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ROHStrong Episode 88: Joe Koff 1:19:59

2+ y ago1:19:59

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ROH COO Joe Koff reflects on Final Battle: End of an Era. He also talks about Jay Lethal returning to wrestle in the main event; appearances on the show by AEW and Impact Wrestling talent and what it means regarding the “forbidden door” going forward; why ROH changed its business model; the forthcoming new era of ROH and much more. See Privacy Poli…

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"Book End" 51:58

2+ y ago51:58

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Last Stop Penn Station Podcast featuring Cary Silkin & Ian Riccaboni of Ring of Honor talking about Cary's history & involvement in the wrestling industry. *Last Stop Penn Station is for mature audiences only. The audio or visual media within may contain offensive language and discussions regarding sex, sexuality, drugs, addiction, rock & roll, and…

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ROHStrong Episode 87: Holidead 1:15:18

2+ y ago1:15:18

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Joining the podcast from the other side of darkness, Holidead talks about her ROH Women’s World Title shot on ROH TV Christmas weekend; her history with Twisted Sisterz tag team partner Thunder Rosa; working for Thunder Rosa’s all-women’s promotion, Mission Pro Wrestling; wrestling for Stardom in Japan not long after she started wrestling; being tr…

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LSPS "New Beginnings" 55:31

2+ y ago55:31

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Last Stop Penn Station is for mature audiences only. The audio or visual media within may contain offensive language and discussions regarding sex, sexuality, drugs, addiction, rock & roll, and succeeding despite the odds! CREDITS: Cary Silkin on Twitter -@rohcary Cary Silkin on Facebook Ian Riccaboni on Twitter - @ianriccaboni Ian Riccaboni on Fac…

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Episode 4 1:10:19

2+ y ago1:10:19

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This 4th episode of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden covers the December 6th, 1971 card featuring Pedro Morales defending his WWWF title against Fred Blassie. Hosts: John Arezzi & Tim Puttre Co-Producer and Show Editor: Tim Puttre Co-Producer, researcher and writer: Ritchie Garcia Copyright 2021: Mat Memories, LLC JOIN THE PATREON PAGE FOR T…

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ROHStrong Episode 86: Cary Silkin 2:21:04

2+ y ago2:21:04

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Former ROH owner and current ambassador Cary Silkin reflects on some classic Final Battle matches and gives his thoughts on the upcoming Final Battle: End of an Era pay-per-view. He also discusses the Briscoes’ place in history, Jonathan Gresham’s rise to stardom, his obsession with 1970s preliminary wrestler Lee Wong and much more. See Privacy Pol…

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ROHStrong Episode 85: Gia Scott 1:17:41

2+ y ago1:17:41

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“The Greatest Damn Woman” Gia Scott talks about her match against ROH Women’s World Champion Rok-C, which took place on the latest episode of ROH TV; going through hardships as a teenager, including the death of her mother and being homeless; wrestling Angelina Love shortly after making her in-ring debut; having to regain her confidence after a lon…

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ROHStrong Episode 84: The OGK 1:32:38

2+ y ago1:32:38

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The OGK (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) talk about regaining the ROH World Tag Team Title nearly six years after winning it the first time; defending the belts against the Briscoes at Final Battle: End of an Era; how they’re dealing with the uncertainty of the future; becoming locker room leaders and elevating others; why the ROH locker room and ROH …

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Episode 3 48:05

2+ y ago48:05

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This third episode of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden covers the November 15th, 1971 card featuring Pedro Morales defending his WWWF title against Fred Blassie. Hosts: John Arezzi & Tim Puttre Co-Producer and Show Editor: Tim Puttre Co-Producer, researcher and writer: Ritchie Garcia Copyright 2021: Mat Memories, LLC JOIN THE PATREON PAGE FO…

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ROHStrong Episode 83: LuFisto 1:35:22

2+ y ago1:35:22

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LuFisto talks about being the innovator of intergender wresting and the challenges that came along with it; competing in hardcore and death matches against Necro Butcher and Nick Gage; being a panelist on “Beyond the Belles;” her assessment of the ROH women’s division; being diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2018; her love of metal music, and much …

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ROHStrong Episode 82: Rocco 1:15:21

2+ y ago1:15:21

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Rocco talks about his goals as a manager in ROH, his pro wrestling journey including his time at the ROH Dojo, the old school wrestlers and managers who influenced him, the art of cutting promos and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Show Episode 2 1:07:12

2+ y ago1:07:12

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This second episode of Mat Memories from Madison Square Garden covers the October 25th 1971 card featuring Pedro Morales defending his WWWF title against Stan The Man Stasiak in a return match. Hosts: John Arezzi & Tim Puttre Co-Producer and Show Editor: Tim Puttre Co-Producer, researcher and writer: Ritchie Garcia Copyright 2021: Mat Memories, LLC…

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Mat Memories From Madison Square Garden Show August 30th, 1971 38:16

2+ y ago38:16

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From August 30th, 1971 through the summer of 1977 Pro Wrestling Historian and Author John Arezzi attended EVERY show at the famed arena, Madison Square Garden, often called the Mecca of pro wrestling. From his beginnings as a 14 year old wrestling fan, shooting photos and 8mm film footage at the matches, He then became the President of the Fred Bla…

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ROHStrong Episode 81: Ken Dixon 1:21:37

2+ y ago1:21:37

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Ken Dixon, ROH Dojo dropout and beer-drinking buddy of The Bouncers, talks about why he wasn't a good fit for the Dojo system; not breaking into pro wrestling until his late 20s; how his experiences working for the U.S. Department of Defense shaped him; getting his teeth knocked out in a match, and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com…

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ROHStrong Episode 80: Halloween Special with Angelina Love, Bateman, Matt McCarthy 2:56:58

2+ y ago2:56:58

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In the spirit of the season, Angelina Love, Bateman, and comedian/actor/wrestling podcaster Matt McCarthy talk Halloween, horror movies, the supernatural in pro wrestling, and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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ROHStrong Episode 79: Willow 1:31:18

3y ago1:31:18

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Willow talks about the possibility of facing Rok-C for the ROH Women’s World Championship at Final Battle; being a role model for young girls; wanting to be a heel when she started wrestling; suffering a broken neck in the ring and going through the recovery process; attending a Women of Honor seminar several years ago, and much more. Plus, she dem…

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ROHStrong Episode 78: Doug Williams 1:16:40

3y ago1:16:40

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Former ROH Pure Champion Doug Williams talks about the current Pure division; his storied history in ROH, including wrestling Bryan Danielson, Jay Lethal and Jay Briscoe early in their careers; why he retired a few years ago and then decided to come back; going through a dark time during lockdown; who he’d like to wrestle in ROH, and much more. See…

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ROHStrong Episode 77: Joe Hendry 1:41:57

3y ago1:41:57

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Joe “The Answer” Hendry goes in-depth on his new persona and the motivation for reinventing himself; transforming his body and training with six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates; returning to the ring for the first time in nearly a year and a half earlier this month; the status of his partnership with Dalton Castle, and much more. Plus, Hendry tests h…

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