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 Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
In this episode, we discuss an 1884 mixed styles match between J.H. McLaughlin and Duncan C. Ross.
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
In this episode, I discuss the career of unknown World Champion Jim Browning.
Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
In this episode, I discuss professional wrestling matches conducted under Sumo Rules in the 1880s.
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Monday Apr 24, 2023
In this episode, my cousin Dan and I discuss the evolution of pro wrestling since the late 1970s and its influence on our fandom.
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Monday Apr 10, 2023
In this episode, we discuss the short but impactful career of the original Terrible Turk, Yusuf Ismail.
Monday Mar 13, 2023
Monday Mar 13, 2023
In this episode, we look at the career of pioneering 19th Century Japanese pro wrestler Sorakichi Matsada.
Monday Feb 13, 2023
Monday Feb 13, 2023
In this episode, I discuss the 1891 wrestling match between Joe Acton and future heavyweight boxing champion Bob Fitzsimmons.
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Monday Jan 30, 2023
In this episode, I discuss the 1923 shoot contest between John "The Tigerman" Pesek and Nat "Panther" Pendleton.
Monday Jan 09, 2023
Monday Jan 09, 2023
In this episode, I discuss what I learned during my combat sports book projects.
Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
In this episode, I read an account of Edwin Bibby vs. Duncan C. Ross from Shooting or Working: The Story of the American Heavyweight Wrestling Championship.