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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Episodes
Monday Jan 27, 2025
Monday Jan 27, 2025
In this episode, we discuss former World Champion Wayne "Big" Munn and his lesser known brother, Glen Munn.
Monday Jan 20, 2025
Monday Jan 20, 2025
In this episode, we discuss one of the first nationally known African American wrestlers, Reginald Siki.
Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
In this episode, I discuss the first of three matches in 1926 between World Champion Joe Stecher and John "The Nebraska Tigerman" Pesek. I also discuss the two big wrestling companies debuting on Netflix and Max.
Monday Dec 30, 2024
Monday Dec 30, 2024
In this episode, I discuss the mixed styles match between Taro Miyake versus Ad Santel in October 1916.
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
In this episode, I discuss why the Divided Championship Era lasted for three years from 1925 to 1928. I also review the original Survivor Series 1987.
Monday Nov 11, 2024
Monday Nov 11, 2024
In this episode, I discuss the recently discovered film of the 1908 match between George Hackenschmidt and Joe Rogers.
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
In this episode, we discuss Martin "Farmer" Burns training James J. Jeffries for his bout with Jack Johnson on July 4, 1910.
Monday Oct 14, 2024
Monday Oct 14, 2024
In this episode, I discuss the beginnings of the regular St. Louis wrestling promotion in 1921. I also discuss the Mr. McMahon documentary on Netflix.
Monday Sep 30, 2024
Monday Sep 30, 2024
In this episode, Dan and I talk about a number of the news stories surrounding AEW and WWE.
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
In this episode, I discuss the professional wrestling and refereeing career of St. Louis' first professional wrestler, George Baptiste.