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It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast

Pro wrestling podcast dedicated to wrestling history between 1870 and 1928 although we do occassionally range into the 1930s.

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01:12:39

Episode 37 - Gotch vs. Zbyszko

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/11/13

In this episode, we discuss Stanislaus Zbyszko's campaign for Frank Gotch's World Title.

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01:00:42

Episode 36 - 350 Days

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/10/30

In this bonus episode, we discuss the documentary 350 Days about pro wrestling in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s.

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01:07:34

Episode 35 - A Long Match

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/10/23

In this episode, we look at a match from 1878. It was a challenge keeping my co-hosts focused this week.

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01:07:10

Episode 34: Ed Lewis in 1913

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/10/09

In this episode, we look at Ed "Strangler" Lewis' wrestling schedule in the first six months of 1913.

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01:13:03

Episode 32 - Lewis Beats Up Dean

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/09/25

In this episode, I discuss Ed "Strangler" Lewis taking revenge on Man Mountain Dean in St. Louis during December 1935.

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01:05:40

Episode 31 - Evan Lewis’ Schedule

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/09/11

In this episode, we discuss Evan "Strangler" Lewis' wrestling schedule in 1886.

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35:27

Episode 30 - Shikat vs. O’Mahony

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/09/04

In this episode, we discuss Dick Shikat double-crossing Danno O'Mahony in 1936. Plus we have a very special guest in studio.

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01:22:54

Episode 33 - Bonus Episode on Recent Deaths

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/08/28

Yes, we are releasing an episode out of order. With three recent high profile deaths in pro wrestling, we wanted to release a bonus episode now to talk about them. We also inadvertantly insult a few people and have an interesting conversation about "cougars."

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55:34

Episode 29 - Early Jim Londos

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/08/14

In this episode, we discuss Jim Londos early career in St. Louis. We also review Jim Londos vs. Dick Shikat from 1930 plus a bonus review.

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46:02

Episode 28 - Prime Time Wrestling

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/07/24

In this episode, my cousin Dan and I review the April 28, 1986 edition of WWF's Prime Time Wrestling.

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28:36

Episode 27 - Matsuda Project

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/07/10

In this episode, I discuss what I learned researching the career of Sorakichi Matsuda, the first Japanese professional wrestler in the Untied States.

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30:51

Episode 26 - Stecher vs. Caddock

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/06/26

In this episode, I discuss the 1917 and 1920 World Title matches between Earl Caddock and Joe Stecher.

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34:48

Episode 25 - McLaughlin vs. Ross (Corrected)

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/06/12

In this episode, we discuss an 1884 mixed styles match between J.H. McLaughlin and Duncan C. Ross.

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21:55

Episode 24 - Jim Browning

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/05/22

In this episode, I discuss the career of unknown World Champion Jim Browning.

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28:38

Episode 23 - Sumo Wrestling in the U.S.

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/05/08

In this episode, I discuss professional wrestling matches conducted under Sumo Rules in the 1880s.

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01:10:29

Episode 22 - Bonus Episode

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/04/24

In this episode, my cousin Dan and I discuss the evolution of pro wrestling since the late 1970s and its influence on our fandom.

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29:28

Episode 21 - Yusuf Ismail

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/04/10

In this episode, we discuss the short but impactful career of the original Terrible Turk, Yusuf Ismail.

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25:57

Episode 20 - Sorakichi Matsada

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/03/13

In this episode, we look at the career of pioneering 19th Century Japanese pro wrestler Sorakichi Matsada.

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27:31

Episode 19 - Acton vs. Fitz

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/02/13

In this episode, I discuss the 1891 wrestling match between Joe Acton and future heavyweight boxing champion Bob Fitzsimmons.

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25:34

Episode 18 - Pesek vs Pendeleon

It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast ·

2023/01/30

In this episode, I discuss the 1923 shoot contest between John "The Tigerman" Pesek and Nat "Panther" Pendleton.

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