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At one time, the bear hug was a great submission move used in professional wrestling. Today, I look at the hold and pair it up with a beer called Beer Hug by Goose Island Brewing. What are your thoughts on this seemingly forgotten hold? Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 445: Wrestling Under the Influence → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 445: Wrestling Under the Influence appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

‘Superstar’ Billy Graham was one of the most influential wrestlers in the history of the business, setting a standard that countless others have tried to keep up with. Sadly, Graham died last week at the age of 79. This week, writer and friend of mine, Ryan K. Boman, joins me to remember the WWE Hall … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 444: Remembering ‘Superstar’ Billy Graham → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 444: Remembering ‘Superstar’ Billy Graham appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

I’ve had the good fortune to have several wrestling matches. But this week, I’m talking about one match that was supposed to happen but never did. Who was my opponent supposed to be? Farmer Billy Hills. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 443: The Match That Never Happened → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 443: The Match That Never Happened appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

Over the weekend, the world watched as King Charles was officially coronated. That move got me thinking about all the kings who have come through the world of professional wrestling. I talk about a few of my favorites and share a now-10-year-old interview that I did with WWE Hall of Famer Jerry ‘The King’ Lawler. … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 442: Wrestling With Royalty → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 442: Wrestling With Royalty appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

I’ve talked about it before, but now it’s official, I am no longer a part of Stride Pro Wrestling. But please, put down the pitchforks and torches, and don’t go after Sam Hunter. This was a decision I made a while ago, and it’s now playing out for wrestling fans to see. I go into … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 441: Confessions of a FORMER Ring Announcer → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 441: Confessions of a FORMER Ring Announcer appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

Dusty Rhodes. Who doesn’t love the Dream? This week on the podcast, I dedicate New Glarus Brewing’s Spotted Cow in memory of Dusty. Thanks to all who also asked questions for this week’s show. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 440: Wrestling Under the Influence → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 440: Wrestling Under the Influence appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

April has been quite a month already for pro wrestling. This week, Tyler ‘Heath’ Hatton and I share our thoughts on the future of WWE, AEW, and Stride Pro Wrestling. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Also, head … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 439: 2 Is Greater Than 1 → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 439: 2 Is Greater Than 1 appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

Perhaps the title of this week’s show is a bit cocky, but it has been an insane week regarding my story about getting kicked out of WrestleMania. And yes, I was kicked out. But there’s more to the story; I share that and all the media attention my TikTok has received. This should be the … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 438: Going Viral → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 438: Going Viral appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

WrestleMania 39 is in the books, and what a great weekend it was. Chad Smart and I attended both nights, marking our 10th trip to this iconic event. We share our thoughts on the weekend, including my first trip to Wrestling Pro Wrestling. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 437: WrestleMania Recap → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 437: WrestleMania Recap appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

It’s hard to believe, but 35 years ago today, WrestleMania IV went down. This show, panned by many, is unique. It’s the first WrestleMania to feature a tournament. It’s the first Mania that Hulk Hogan didn’t wrestle in the main event and was the first Mania for many Superstars, including Ted DiBiase, Rick Rude, and … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 436: WrestleMania IV Recall → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 436: WrestleMania IV Recall appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

Gorilla Monsoon will go down as one of the all-time great commentators in pro wrestling. This week, I toast him with a beer called Banana Dream Pie by Route 51 Brewery in Elkville, Illinois. Also, check out Gorilla Monsoon superfan Joe Marotta and his daily If Gorilla Monsoon Had a Podcast. Please leave a review and … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 435: Wrestling Under the Influence → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 435: Wrestling Under the Influence appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

It’s another week where you get the keys to the castle. It’s Ask My 1-2-3 Cents! Great questions, as always. I appreciate those who play along. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Also, head over to the My … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 434: Ask My 1-2-3 Cents → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 434: Ask My 1-2-3 Cents appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

Tyler ‘Heath’ Hatton and I have been friends for over a decade. We’ve worked together in Stride Pro Wrestling for the past seven years. It’s a company Tyler created in early 2016. He is moving on, and we will discuss his decision on this week’s podcast. To say I’m grateful to Tyler is an understatement. … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 433: Thank You Hatton → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 433: Thank You Hatton appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

Cody Rhodes has punched his ticket to WrestleMania and will face Roman Reigns for the Undisputed Universal Championship. This week, Chad Smart joins me to discuss the ‘Rhodes to WrestleMania’ and the build-up of the American Nightmare since returning to WWE a year ago. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 432: Rhodes To WrestleMania → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 432: Rhodes To WrestleMania appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

It’s Presidents Day, and what better way to celebrate than with a look at authority figures in pro wrestling? From Jack Tunney to Adam Pearce, plenty of men and women have been running the show at various times. Even as I type this, I’m reminded of some names I didn’t mention on this week’s podcast; … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 431: Hail To The Chief → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 431: Hail To The Chief appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

We’re returning to Wrestleville this week and talking with author Vinny Berry about his latest book Wrestleville: Pro Wrestling Vault Volume 2. Check out Vinny’s other books here. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Also, head over … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 430: The Interview → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 430: The Interview appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

The Main Event (1988) is one of the most incredible nights in the history of professional wrestling. I was a sophomore in high school and couldn’t wait to watch wrestling in prime time. We were getting a rematch from WrestleMania III for free. What more could a fan ask for? It turns out it was … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 429: The Main Event → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 429: The Main Event appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

Another Royal Rumble has come and gone, and I really enjoyed this year’s event. I open a can of beer called Natural Habitat to chat more about this year’s Rumble. What did you think of the show? Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 428: Royal Rumble Ramblings → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 428: Royal Rumble Ramblings appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

It’s hard to believe, but 25 years ago this week, I attended my first and only WCW Thunder event. My friend Brian was with me and was the videographer as we interviewed legends in the pro wrestling business. Bobby ‘The Brain’ Heenan, Ray Traylor, Buff Bagwell, and a young upstart Goldberg were all our guests. … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 427: Thunder Throwback → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 427: Thunder Throwback appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.

Crush has a unique history during his years in WWE. He may be the only Superstar to wrestle under the same name but have multiple gimmicks while doing it. So this week, I raise a glass to Crush for Wrestling Under the Influence while enjoying Candi Crushable by 18th Street Brewery. Enjoy, and let me … Continue reading My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 426: Wrestling Under the Influence → The post My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 426: Wrestling Under the Influence appeared first on Jittery Monkey Podcasting Network » My 1-2-3 Cents.