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Cigars and Conversations

Derek St. Holmes

Covering Pro Wrestling History

sports & recreation

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32 – Q & A

Cigars and Conversations ·

2018/07/09

On this episode, Derek answers your questions and tells some funny stories about how he broke into the business. Also, the guys are joined by special guest Andy Gorzalski as he and Jay discuss what goes into putting on a wrestling show inside a public library! All this and much more! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD... Read More

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01:08:54

31: Gimmick Matches

Cigars and Conversations ·

2018/06/20

On this episode, Jay and Derek talk about a slew of weird and wild gimmick matches. From the scaffold match to the coal miner’s glove, the guys have some fun talking their way through the who, why and WTF is actually happening in these matches. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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01:15:27

30: 1984 – The Year in Wrestling

Cigars and Conversations ·

2018/05/04

This time out, the guys discuss all the big events that happened in 1984. The Parade of Champions, the start of the Rock & Wrestling connection and the return of “Black Saturday.” Also, the emotional breakdown of Derek when he finds out porn star Jerry Butler is dead! All this and much more! CLICK HERE... Read More

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01:14:25

29: The Wrestler (1974) & All the Marbles

Cigars and Conversations ·

2018/04/09

It’s movie time as Derek and Jay discuss the Verne Gagne vanity project The Wrestler (1974) and the often forgotten women wrestling flick All the Marbles! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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01:12:20

28: AWA Team Challenge Series

Cigars and Conversations ·

2018/03/19

In this episode the guys discuss the ambitious and ridiculous AWA Team Challenge Series. From the Turkey on a pole, Behind the Eight Ball and Football Clash matches to the “Pink Room of Doom,” it’s all here! An episode that truly left Kyle speechless! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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01:15:09

27: Houston Wrestling

Cigars and Conversations ·

2018/02/16

You asked for it! Well, somebody did. This time Derek and Jay talk about Paul Boesch, board games and why Houston wasn’t a territory. All this and much more! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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01:17:17

26: Tropes, stereotypes and racism

Cigars and Conversations ·

2018/01/27

On this episode, Jay tries to get Derek to discuss why certain tropes exist in wrestling. From green mist to hard heads, the guys take a look at certain stereotypes and imagery that is associated with pro wrestling. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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01:42:49

C&C Christmas Special: WCCW Christmas Star Wars 1985...

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/12/25

A holiday treat as Derek and Jay watch the WCCW event Christmas Star Wars 1985 in it’s entirety. Watch along on YouTube and pretend you’re there with the guys sipping hot cocoa and watching Derek drool over Missy Hyatt in a bikini! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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01:00:38

25 – Wrestling Tragedies

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/12/18

In this episode, Derek and Jay discuss some of the lesser known or discussed wrestling related tragedies that have occurred over the years. Plane crashes, car wrecks, bar fights, gun fire, naked Gary Hart and much more! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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01:00:54

24 – The Chris Colt Experience

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/12/04

On this episode, Derek and Jay discuss a true folk legend in the world of professional wrestling. This episode tells the story of a career that burned fast and hard. From biker gangs to acid trips during a cage match, Chris Colt is an enigma that deserves to be recognized. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND... Read More

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01:15:16

23 – Managers

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/11/09

In this episode, the guys have an open-ended discussion about wrestling managers. Their purpose, their personas and their pasts. Derek tells us how today’s managers on the indy scene are getting it wrong. And they both wax nostalgic about the time Jay got to manage Derek in Chicago. Also, “Mailbag” is back by popular demand!... Read More

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00:55:33

22: Midget Wrestling

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/10/25

This time around Derek and Jay discuss the little people of the sport and how they have been booked on shows and in the territories. Also, the guys debut the new segment “Mailbag.” And Jay discusses his problem with rats (not that kind). CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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00:54:09

21 – Listener questions & Bobby Heenan

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/09/22

In this episode, Derek answers your questions and reflects on Bobby “The Brain” Heenan. Jay drops a few names and both guys agree most Indy guys can’t pull off a religious gimmick. All this and much more on Episode 21! CLICK HERE TO LISTEN AND DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE

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01:06:30

20: The Cage Match

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/08/28

This time Derek and Jay discuss the bloody yet sometimes boring cage match. Along with historical data, the guys chat about their favorite matches, Derek’s psychology to the match and what exactly is the Mandela Effect. All this and much more! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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00:59:16

19: Historical wrestling venues

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/08/04

Derek and Jay spend an hour discussing a series of inanimate objects better known as historical wrestling venues across the United States. From Portland to New York, the guys take a look at what made these arenas and auditoriums special in the eyes of many wrestling fans. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE... Read More

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00:51:35

18 – A History of Bear Wrestling

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/07/12

On episode 18, Derek and Jay discuss the history of bears in the world of professional wrestling. The good, the bad and the bizarre are covered as they talk about Terrible Ted, Victor and a host of other bruins that fought in the squared circle. The guys also ask the age old question…. The monkey... Read More

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01:00:30

17 – 1979: The Year in Wrestling

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/06/28

Derek and Jay go month-by-month discussing some of the major events that would shape the future of the business. From Brody in Japan to Patterson “supposedly” in South America, the guys talk about it all! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE PODCAST

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00:51:26

16 – SuperClash 3 – Part 2

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/06/15

This week, Derek and Jay “Do it to it” and continue their discussion about SuperClash 3. Listen as they discuss Ron Garvin’s nipples, the “jamming” lingerie battle royale and at least 3 matches that end without a pinfall. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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00:43:48

15 – SuperClash 3 – Part 1

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/06/15

This week, Derek and Jay begin their discussion about one of the worst PPVs in wrestling history, SuperClash III. They discuss the preliminary bouts, the hostile crowd, meeting Larry Nelson at Cauliflower Alley and the cost of a Billy Dee Williams autograph. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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00:59:47

14 – Prelude to SuperClash 3

Cigars and Conversations ·

2017/06/15

In this week’s episode, Derek and Jay discuss all the behind -the-scenes turmoil that led up to one of wrestling’s worst Pay-Per-Views. Find out who was involved and how it all came crashing down around them as they attempted to take out Vince and the WWF! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE

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