Best Wrestling Book Club Podcasts (2024)

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Cena and Lesnar Bleed a Lot: The April Watch-Along 31:30

2d ago31:30

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April is usually the quietest month on the wrestling calendar, but not on Awesome Truth! Instead of digging through the archives to find the 'best' ho-hum Backlash match, we're watching a legendary showdown from Extreme Rules 2012: John Cena versus the returning Brock Lesnar. It's the rare semi-recent Lesnar match that doesn't feel like one of his …

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Podcast Therapy with Nicola Roy, Host of The Cultural Coven 49:47

1h ago49:47

49:47

Actress and The Cultural Coven podcast host Nicola Roy joins Chris to discuss the life of a podcaster! What goes into it? How do you get started? And how did she get Ricky Ross and Nicola Sturgeon on her show?! There's also chat about having dinner with Rod Stewart, getting lost in Bute house, dealing with nerves, and Nicola tells us about her favo…

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FRM Presents: Front Row Referee Episode 14: "Ref Talk" 2:05:45

2d ago2:05:45

2:05:45

On this episode, Jim, Nick and Mike discuss the current state ogf Independent Wrestling, Jack Perry, AEW, WWE Releases and much more!By Mike Freland

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Breaking The First Rule of 'Fight Club' (1999) | Cinema Experience! 44:20

5d ago44:20

44:20

Chris and Iona celebrated the 25th Anniversary of David Fincher's FIGHT CLUB by seeing it at the cinema! And it was Iona's first time seeing it. They discuss how well it holds up, if it lives up to the hype, Brad Pitt and his best performances, David Fincher's back catalogue, and much more! There's also chat about Sky's 'Mary & George', and Ethan C…

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First Time Watching 'Tar' (2022): a brief movie discussion 12:57

13d ago12:57

12:57

This week we have a special BONUS edition of The Good Bit! Aron Dochard joins Chris to discuss one of his favourite recently watched movies - Todd Field's TAR (2022), starring Cate Blanchett. STAY CONNECTED ON THE SOCIALS: Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on TikTok: http:…

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WrestleMania 40 Recap 43:03

17d ago43:03

43:03

Awesome Truth's Road to WrestleMania finally stops here; we're departing from our usual format to recap the 2-night spectacular, especially the showdown between Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes. Did it live it up to the hype? Was it too much Rock or (surprisingly) too little? And what's next for Triple H and WWE now that the Bloodline story is at least…

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

21d ago1:09:41

1:09:41

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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Latest Cinema Visits! 'The Book of Clarence' (2024) & 'Mothers' Instinct' (2024) + more 57:45

22d ago57:45

57:45

Chris and Iona discuss their recent cinema trips. They also talk about different tastes in cinema, the possibilities of comedy films, 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire' (2024), the skills required when making a film about sensitive topics, and loads more. NOTE: this is a spoiler free episode. STAY CONNECTED ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Follow on X: http://www.x.com…

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Returning to Cineworld Unlimited & a Beatles/Bond Book Review! 20:36

26d ago20:36

20:36

A special BONUS edition of The Good Bit Podcast! Chris, Ian, Amanda and Euan talk about reactivating their unlimited accounts at the cinema! Ian also reviews a book that links James Bond with The Beatles!

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Roman Reigns' Heel Era on WWE Evil 46:22

1M ago46:22

46:22

The last stop on Awesome Truth's Road to WrestleMania is all about the Tribal Chief himself, Roman Reigns. His episode of WWE Evil examines the life of the real Joe Anoa'i, including the recent bout with leukemia that led to time away from wrestling and his eventual return as sports entertainment's biggest heel. But is this half-kayfabe, half-reali…

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FRM Presents: Front Row Referee Episode 13: "When Zebras Attack" 1:44:16

1M ago1:44:16

1:44:16

In this episode, Ref Nick PapaG and Jim Molineaux discuss WrestleMania Weekend, Untapped Talent on the Indies, Wrestlers being mindful of time cues, Bret Hart's critique of Wrestlers, and much more!By Mike Freland

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The Greatest Movie Theme Songs Of All Time! 1:12:41

1M ago1:12:41

1:12:41

What happened to the movie theme song? Chris and Ian count down their Top 5 Favourite Film Theme Songs ever, and read listener suggestions from YOU on the socials! STAY CONNECTED ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/TheGoodBitPod Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?lis…

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FRM Presents: Front Row Referee Episode 12: "Wrestle Khan, with a side of HEEL Turn" 2:19:23

1M ago2:19:23

2:19:23

On this episode of Front Row Material / Front Row Referee we discuss Tony Khan's feels regarding Jack Perry, Mercedes Mone joining AEW, WrestleMania, The current Indy Wrestling Scene, and who would you choose with a "Hall Pass" Moolah or Mae Young?By Mike Freland

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The Bonnie Boys Bring The Chat, The Laughs & Their Scottish Cabaret Show! 1:11:00

1M ago1:11:00

1:11:00

Cole and Lee of Scotland's new hot double-act The Bonnie Boys join The Good Bit this week, after their debut show at the Oran Mor in Glasgow. Tune in and... SING! with us. STAY CONNECTED ON THE SOCIALS! Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thegoodbitpod Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playl…

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Cody's Torn Pec Makes Hell in a Cell History: The Road to WrestleMania XL Watch-Along 39:08

2M ago39:08

39:08

Our next stop on the road to WrestleMania 40 is yet another look at the rise of Cody Rhodes, namely his showdown with Seth Rollins at Hell in a Cell 2022. You may know this as "the one with Cody's fully torn pectoral muscle," but it's also a match that Walt and Steve have never seen. Does it live up to the 5-star hype? Is it an integral part of Cod…

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FRM Presents: Front Row Referee Episode 11: "Supper at the Strip Club"! 2:00:35

2M ago2:00:35

2:00:35

On this episode of "Front Row Referee" we discuss WrestleMania in Philly, Who will Induct Paul Heyman? Best Hotels to stay in,Classic Dusty Rhodes, Rick Rude and Bobby Heenan stories, Showering Habits, The ECW Arena and Old women who played Bingo, Supper at the Strip Club, WrestleCon Update and much more!…

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FRM Presents: Front Row Referee Episode 10: Mick Foley--" One More Match?" 1:41:24

2M ago1:41:24

1:41:24

On this episode of "Front Row Referee" we discuss: WWE WrestleMaina in Philly, WWE HOF, Rikishi going in? The Bloodline, Lume Deoderant, Showering Superstars, GCW Harcore matches, "Beyond the Mat", Paul Heyman and much more!By Mike Freland

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Non-Wrestling People React to 'The Iron Claw' (2023)! 46:29

2M ago46:29

46:29

Chris managed to talk Iona into seeing 'The Iron Claw' - a Wrestling biopic starring Zac Efron. Ian and Amanda also saw it and are here to tell us what they thought. Pray for Chris that they liked it. STAY CONNECTED ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod Follow on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thegoodbitpod Watch the vid…

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FRM Presents: Front Row Referee Episode 9: Dennis Stamp--- "But I'm not Booked"! 2:13:52

2M ago2:13:52

2:13:52

On this episode of Front Row Referee we discuss Death Matches, Onita, Beyond the Mat, Mat Tremont, Dennis Stamp and more!By Mike Freland

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

2M ago47:52

47:52

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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Oscars 2024 Preview & Predictions! 1:21:47

2M ago1:21:47

1:21:47

Chris, Iona and Ian discuss this year's Academy Awards, predicting who WILL win vs. who they WANT to win. Ian also hadn't heard about the Glasgow Willy Wonka Experience yet...

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American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes 50:10

2M ago50:10

50:10

Cody Rhodes is about to main event two WrestleManias in a row, and his return to WWE from AEW has been about the biggest success story one could imagine. So it's no surprise that, in summer 2023, they released a documentary about his life in and around pro wrestling. But how does that doc hold up in the midst of this build to a Roman Reigns rematch…

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Best Picture Nominees 'The Holdovers' (2023) & 'The Zone of Interest' (2023) 1:01:45

2M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Chris and Iona discuss two films nominated for "Best Picture" at the 2024 Oscars.... THE HOLDOVERS (2023) and THE ZONE OF INTEREST (2023)

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First Time Watching... The King of Comedy (1982) & John Carpenter's Prince of Darkness (1987)! 10:51

2M ago10:51

10:51

A special bonus edition of The Good Bit! Actor/Voice Over Artist Greg Jones and host Chris Moffat talk about a couple of classic films that they watched for the first time recently... STAY CONNECTED: X - @TheGoodBitPod Instagram - @thegoodbitpod YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYeiVN5ElLu18sJ1RjINa0-SvYVboilp4…

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Poor Things (2023) & Saltburn (2023)... NOTHING WEIRD HAPPENS IN THESE FILMS WHATSOEVER 48:12

2M ago48:12

48:12

Ian Grieve and Amanda "The Diva" Beveridge are back to chat with Chris and the returning Euan Ferguson about two very polarizing films. Were they worth the hype? A cosy episode. Follow on the socials! http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod

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Twice in a Lifetime: The Rock/Cena II Watch-Along 36:01

2M ago36:01

36:01

As Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson threatens a return to the ring and a leap into the WrestleMania main event picture, we felt we owed it to our fans to revisit the last time he had a true wrestling match. That's right, we're watching along with John Cena versus The Rock at WrestleMania 29, a show we actually attended in person. How did Rock look in the …

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A Netflix Double: Leave The World Behind (2023) & The Killer (2023) Movie Discussions! 1:07:39

3M ago1:07:39

1:07:39

It's a double-bill double-date as Chris and Iona join Ian Grieve and Amanda Beveridge to discuss some recent Netflix flicks - Leave The World Behind (2023), and the new David Fincher film "The Killer" (2023) Follow on X: http://www.x.com/TheGoodBitPod

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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

3M ago39:28

39:28

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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FRM Presents "Front Row Referee" Episode 8 "Squatty Time"- The ECW Bathrooms 1:55:18

3M ago1:55:18

1:55:18

On this episode of "Front Row Material" Freland and "Butt" talk about the landscape in WWE, the latest headlines, and more. "On Front Row Referee" The guys are joined by Jim and Nick and discuss: Wrestling Catering, Best and Worst Venues to work in, The ECW Arena, Bathrooms and more!By Mike Freland