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Bartley Gorman was the greatest bareknuckle fighter of modern times. He reigned as King of the Gypsies for 20 years, beating all comers in illegal contests at fairs and racetracks, down mineshafts and in quarries, on campsites and car parks. He fought for honour and pride and became a legend among the travelling community.

The Boxing Kings tells the story of the heavyweight title in the days when it was a defining institution in the United States. Author Paul Beston places special emphasis on those champions who held a central place in American culture beyond just in the boxing ring, including John L. Sullivan, who made the title a commercial property; Jack Johnson, who in 1908 became the first black man to claim the title; Joe Louis, whose contributions to racial tolerance and social progress transcended even his greatness in the ring; and many more.

On the night in 1964 that Muhammad Ali (then known as Cassius Clay) stepped into the ring with Sonny Liston, he was widely regarded as an irritating freak who danced and talked way too much. Six rounds later Ali was not only the new world heavyweight boxing champion: He was "a new kind of black man" who would shortly transform America's racial politics, its popular culture, and its notions of heroism. No one has captured Ali—and the era that he exhilarated and sometimes infuriated—with greater vibrancy, drama, and astuteness than David Remnick.

Through four decades of entertaining, in the wrestling ring and on the monster truck circuit, Debrah "Madusa" Miceli never could sit still. But her desire to learn, grow, and inspire legions of followers masked deep secrets . . . Her upbringing was a lie from the start, and the dark truths of her childhood, revealed here for the first time, are the earliest examples of Debrah's determination to persevere.

Senator John McCain once decried mixed martial arts as "human cockfighting," while the New York Times despaired that the sport offered a "pay-per-view prism" onto the decline of western civilization. But the violent spectacle of cage fighting no longer feels nearly as scandalous as it did when the sport debuted in 1993.

King Me: Rev’s Hype Podcast dives into mental health through real conversations with guests from wrestling, art, and other creative industries. Hosted by The Rev Dude, the show explores the struggles, victories, and personal stories behind the scenes of high-pressure careers. With honesty, humor, and heart, each episode highlights the personal struggles, and the resilience it takes to chase dreams while navigating the mental battles that come with them.

Telling the remarkable tale of a man who is still remembered on the streets of New Orleans and in the hearts of professional-wrestling fans, this book aims to restore the overlooked Junkyard Dog to his proper place in the history books. In 1979, Sylvester Ritter, also known as the Junkyard Dog, managed to break one of the final color barriers in the sport by becoming the first Black wrestler named undisputed top star of his promotion, and this biography reveals all the famous feuds and business back stories that made him a wrestling legend.

A “propulsive and wildly engrossing” (Brad Stone, author of The Everything Store) account of how the UFC turned mixed martial arts into a multibillion-dollar business and global pop culture phenomenon. Decried as “human cockfighting” by Senator John McCain and dismissed by the New York...

WrestleLaunch Wrestling Network is brought to you by Angel(SpongeyT) Paul, and Jim E King. They Explore the wide world of Professional Wrestling. Between the three of them, more than 7 Decades of Professional Wrestling History and Knowledge, ON YOUR PHONE.

Bill Dobich and Nick Gerasimakis met in 1975 as Teacher and student, and have become lifelong friends, colleagues and now co-authors attempting to document the spirit and true greatness of a very complicated and often misunderstood man, Goeroe Willy Wetzel.

Canvas Kings Podcast: Your Ringside Seat to Indie Wrestling Interviews, Insights & Epic Moments!

"King of the Ring" is a pro wrestling podcast regarding live event's happening between the WWE universe. "King of the Ring" will contain recaps of Raw, Smackdown, and NXT as well as predictions building up to your favorite pay-per-view events. Join us Sundays at 11 AM CST every week for new episodes and follow @KingAlpha999 on twitter for live updates.

Zander Carver of LS11 Universe steps behind the microphone to discuss the weekly events in the real world of professional wrestling, peel back the curtain of his YouTube show, and answer any and all questions from fans that watch or listen to the show.

Join King Leftius on a journey through the weekly happenings in the world of pro wrestling, specifically WWE and AEW. With over 30 years of fanship, I'll be analyzing the best and worst wrestling has to offer every week in an open discussion full of opinions, insight, and predictions!Follow on Twitter @RoyalPainCastEmail at king@royalpainpodcast.comMusic by Matias Fuma

Welcome to ”Kings Road Chronicles,” your ultimate ringside seat to the electrifying world of Japanese wrestling history! Dive deep into the legendary stories, iconic matches, and unforgettable rivalries that shaped the wrestling landscape. Each episode, we unravel the rich tapestry of Puroresu, exploring the rise of wrestling titans and the evolution of styles that captivated fans worldwide. Whether you’re a hardcore wrestling aficionado or a curious newcomer, ”Kings Road Chronicles” promises an engaging, dynamic journey through the heart-pounding legacy of Japan’s wrestling kings....

The Reigning Kings podcast is a weekly show that covers pop culture, NBA, and professional wrestling. Hosts Neal Thomas and Cordell AKA Smoke cover all the latest news and developments, as well as providing in-depth analysis and breakdowns of matches and events in pro wrestling and all things pop culture!

Professional wrestling podcast hosted by T.C. Fontaine and Riq Havok. Check us out for your weekly fix including WWE, NXT, AEW, and everything else in the world of professional wrestling. http://ykwrestling.com

To most, WWE is your only exposure to pro-wrestling, but did you know up until 30 years ago, pro-wrestling was more like the Mafia than a sports league? Did you know that in the 80’s, while wrestling presented a show literally designed for children, that behind the curtain was the most Rated R, sexual, drug addled, sexified, violent, and cutthroat world imaginable? It was a sex, drugs, and muscles world while a nationwide SUCCESSION-like corporate war for national supremacy waged. In this crazy world of 80’s wrestling, ALL these things happened: A wrestler bit a man’s nose off in a bar, ...

King of Wrestling Podcast puts the spotlight on Independent Wrestlers & Promotions we interview a new Wrestler or Promotion every week,

Ein Podcast von Johannes Falkenburg und Oliver Hübel: Oliver und Johannes sprechen in diesem Podcast über ihre gemeinsame langjährige Leidenschaft: Tai Chi / Taijiquan, Qigong, Kongfu - und alles was dazugehört. Mal flapsig erklärt, mal nerdig - aber immer mit Qi. Eine Themenlandschaft, die sich irgendwie verbindet und die auch sie irgendwie verbindet. Jeden zweiten Donnerstag gibt's eine neue Folge!Webseite: erleuchtung-garantiert.deGlossar: http://erleuchtung-garantiert.de/Folgen-Glossar/Kontakt: garantierteerleuchtung@gmail.com______________________This podcast utilizes sound effects ...