Episodes

  • Mercedes Moné

    Mercedes Moné
    Oct 20 2024
    In this episode of 'The Wrestling Historian' podcast, DJ Special K profiles the life and career of professional wrestling superstar, Mercedes Moné, also known as Sasha Banks. The episode outlines Mercedes' start in the wrestling world, her rise to fame in the WWE's NXT division, and the numerous hurdles she faced in her career. These obstacles include oppressive backstage politics, mental health struggles, and a significant stand against the WWE's management, culminating in a groundbreaking walkout alongside her tag team partner, Naomi. Following her departure from WWE, Mercedes reinvents herself in New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) and All Elite Wrestling (AEW), setting new standards and paving the way for future generations of women wrestlers.
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    19 mins
  • The Evolution of Women's Wrestling

    The Evolution of Women's Wrestling
    Oct 4 2024
    DJ Special K delves into the history and evolution of Women's Wrestling on the latest episode of 'The Wrestling Historian' podcast. The podcast explores the journey from the early dominance of trailblazers such as Mildred Burke, to the contributions of Wendi Richter, The Fabulous Moolah, and Sensational Sherri in the 1980s and '90s, before praising the impact of stars like Lita and Trish Stratus from the Divas Era. DJ Special K also highlights the positive influence of social media, the emergence of the Four Horsewomen—Charlotte Flair, Becky Lynch, Sasha Banks, and Bayley—and the groundbreaking matches headlining major events. The podcast concludes with a focus on today's standout performers like Bianca Belair, Rhea Ripley, and Asuka.
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    11 mins
  • Royal Rumble

    Royal Rumble
    Sep 30 2024
    In the debut episode of 'The Wrestling Historian' podcast, DJ Special K dives into the history of one of wrestling's most momentous events - the Royal Rumble. The episode unfolds the story of how Pat Patterson innovatively thought of the Royal Rumble concept in 1987 to add a fresh twist to the Worldwide Wrestling Federation (WWF). The audience is taken through various memorable moments that form the Royal Rumble's spirit, like the timely countdowns and the uncertainty of the next entrant. The podcast further expounds on how the event has served as a platform for many wrestling legends like Shawn Michaels and Steve Austin. Concluding the episode, DJ Special K encourages listeners to suggest topics for future episodes, indicating an engaging conversation for the episodes to follow.
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    4 mins
  • The Rise of Eric Bischoff

    The Rise of Eric Bischoff
    Sep 29 2024
    In this episode of 'The Wrestling Historian' podcast, hosted by DJ Special K, dives into the extraordinary career of wrestling icon Eric Bischoff. The podcast explores Bischoff's ascent from a small-town announcer to the president of WCW, focusing on his leadership style that redefined WCW's brand, surging its popularity in the 90s. The episode further discusses his audacious strategies involving guaranteed contracts that lured big names and his role in staging the high-stakes Monday Night Wars. Although WCW's success wanes towards the late 90s, Bischoff's influence remains unassailable, cementing him as a pivotal figure in wrestling history. The podcast wraps up highlighting Bischoff's surprising return as the General Manager of Raw, underlining his continual impact on the industry. The episode prompts listeners to explore the depths of wrestling history further, savoring the rich legacy of the sport.
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    5 mins
  • The Birth of Extreme

    The Birth of Extreme
    Sep 27 2024
    DJ Special K, in the debut episode of 'The Wrestling Historian' podcast, discusses the formative years of Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) and the pivotal role Shane Douglas played in its creation. We go back in time to August 1994 when wrestling was predominantly dominated by WWF and WCW, and Douglas, a rising star, clinched the prestigious NWA World Heavyweight Championship. However, instead of basking in his victory, Douglas chose to redefine wrestling, denounced the NWA title, and birthed ECW. This marked the advent of a new style of wrestling – hardcore wrestling, pushing the boundaries of traditional wrestling. Although the ECW ceased operations in 2001, its legacy continues to influence the industry, all thanks to Douglas, who ignited a revolution that night in Philadelphia.
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    3 mins
  • Taboo Tuesday

    Taboo Tuesday
    Sep 27 2024
    DJ Special K delves into an intriguing chapter from wrestling history on this episode of 'The Wrestling Historian'. The focus is on WWE's mid-2000s innovative event, Taboo Tuesday. The concept was meant to engage viewers by letting them make live choices on matches and stipulations. However, the execution fell short due to prior booking plans, revealing an artificial scope of fan involvement. The unconventional Tuesday slot also hurt attendance and buy rates. Continued attempts to keep the concept alive, including a rebranding to Cyber Sunday, didn't gather traction and by 2008, WWE ended the fan-voted pay-per-view experiment. However, the host emphasizes the lasting legacy of this experiment as a forerunner to more interactive wrestling content today. He ends the episode inviting listeners' feedback and promising more fascinating tales from wrestling history.
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    4 mins
  • The Montreal Screwjob Part 2: The Screwjob & Aftermath

    The Montreal Screwjob Part 2: The Screwjob & Aftermath
    Sep 19 2024
    In the second episode of 'The Wrestling Historian' podcast, hosted by DJ Special K, the discussion focuses on a historic moment in wrestling - the Montreal Screwjob. DJ Special K takes listeners back to the 1997 match between Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels, discussing the controversial backstage plan by Vince McMahon and his team to ensure Bret Hart didn't leave as champion.
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    3 mins
  • The Montreal Screwjob Part 1: The Build Up

    The Montreal Screwjob Part 1: The Build Up
    Sep 19 2024
    In the debut episode of 'The Wrestling Historian' podcast, DJ Special K takes listeners back to 1997 to explore one of the most controversial events in wrestling—the Montreal Screwjob. The host sets the scene by explaining the rising tensions between the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and Bret ‘The Hitman’ Hart, one of the federation's biggest stars. Caught between a lucrative offer from rival federation WCW and the owner of WWF, Vince McMahon, Hart became embroiled in a tricky dispute over his championship title before the Survivor Series 1997. DJ Special K delves into the backstage machinations, with McMahon determined to prevent Hart from carrying the WWF title into WCW territory. Teasing the scandalous conclusion in the next episode, DJ Special K wraps up by inviting listeners to suggest future topics for 'The Wrestling Historian'.
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    4 mins