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 Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
In this episode, we discuss Stanislaus Zbyszko's campaign for Frank Gotch's World Title.
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
In this bonus episode, we discuss the documentary 350 Days about pro wrestling in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s.
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
In this episode, we look at a match from 1878. It was a challenge keeping my co-hosts focused this week.
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
In this episode, we look at Ed "Strangler" Lewis' wrestling schedule in the first six months of 1913.
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
In this episode, I discuss Ed "Strangler" Lewis taking revenge on Man Mountain Dean in St. Louis during December 1935.
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Monday Sep 11, 2023
In this episode, we discuss Evan "Strangler" Lewis' wrestling schedule in 1886.
Monday Sep 04, 2023
Monday Sep 04, 2023
In this episode, we discuss Dick Shikat double-crossing Danno O'Mahony in 1936. Plus we have a very special guest in studio.
Monday Aug 28, 2023
Monday Aug 28, 2023
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."
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
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.
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
In this episode, my cousin Dan and I review the April 28, 1986 edition of WWF's Prime Time Wrestling.