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Ep. 401: Bret Hart (1997) ft. Rufi Thorpe

Ep. 401: Bret Hart (1997) ft. Rufi Thorpe

FromTights and Fights


Ep. 401: Bret Hart (1997) ft. Rufi Thorpe

FromTights and Fights

ratings:
Length:
69 minutes
Released:
Jun 15, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

NXT Battleground featured cameos aplenty from a number of unfamiliar faces from outside the usual confines of Performance Center. How did TNA Knockouts champion Jordynne Grace do in her first match in WWE? And who may be the next person to make an appearance in TNA to NXT pipeline?Plus a bit more about why a certain champion should stay in NXT a little longer and why there may be room for ONE more title on the main roster.The Main EventFor this segment, we’re joined by Rufi Thorpe, author of the new book Margo’s Got Money Troubles (which will also have a series on Apple TV soon).Bret Hart’s match against Stone Cold Steve Austin at WrestleMania 13 and his infamous exit from WWF are both well documented; but in between those moments was a largely under-discussed heel turn that helped lay the foundation for the Attitude Era.The Three CountJulian put over Cody Rhodes being invited to the cookout. Danielle put over Zelina Vega dislocating her shoulder.Hal put over Unwritten/unbrokken and Travis Kelce’s lease on life.Hosted by Hal Lublin, Danielle Radford and Lindsey Kelk.Produced by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.The music for our new promo is provided by Incompetech.comIf you want to talk about more wrestling throughout the week be sure to join us on Facebook, BlueSky and Instagram. PLUS! Check out our Tights and Fights Discord!If you liked the show, please share it with your friends and be sure to leave us a quick review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get podcasts.
Released:
Jun 15, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Tights and Fights is the podcast that covers pro-wrestling with the sincerity and hilarity that it deserves. Every week, hosts Hal Lublin, Danielle Radford and Lindsey Kelk make sense of the chaos that is the world of sports-entertainment. Whether it's the latest headlines, a cultural analysis of an old angle or a debate about which wrestler has the best merch, Tights and Fights will examine every corner of the squared-circle for your enjoyment.