Episodes
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Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this month's episode, Andy is joined by two fantastic guests to discuss not only the career of Ivan Koloff, but also his lasting impact as a stand up human being in the wacky world of professional wrestling!
Benny Scala joined the program to discuss his incredible piece on Ivan Koloff which you can find here: https://prowrestlingstories.com/pro-wrestling-stories/ivan-koloff/
You can also listen to Benny and his co-host Dan often on the Dan and Benny In The Ring podcast: https://danandbenny.podbean.com/
Join their Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbenny/
Great friend of the show and returning guest Evan Ginzburg is back to discuss all things Ivan Koloff! Please read Evan's article on Koloff here: https://prowrestlingstories.com/pro-wrestling-stories/ivan-koloff-wwe-hall-of-fame/
Also, please make sure to check out Evans' incredible archives at: https://www.facebook.com/EvanGinzburgsOldSchoolWrestlingMemories
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!! Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!
Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
This episode is a special year end and update episode! Originally broadcast on the Grappling With Canada YouTube page (you can visit it here: https://www.youtube.com/live/zooPwjClGU4?si=dMUrlje4P5rHX_oc )
For the guest appearances that Andy referenced:
The Sunday Night Army: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/music-questions-with-podcasters-pt-2/id1495216162?i=1000633720957National Wrestling Clippings Alliance: https://youtu.be/UjrrDL6fyFM?si=bgPCumOqjdLOp_-KWrestling With The Truth: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-61-grumpy-old-men/id1575261957?i=1000564613952Also, don't forget to visit the Sportzwire Radio, an excellent place for many sports related programming, including Grappling With Canada: https://sportzwireradio.org/
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
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Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Come join a special AMA/State of the Union livestream event this Friday, December 8th @ 9pmCST on the Grappling With Canada Youtube channel!
Got a question about the show, Canadian Professional Wrestling history, or anything else? Email me at [email protected]!
Hope to see some of you on Friday night, cheers!
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****LISTENER DISCRETION IS STRONGLY ADVISED****
Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this month's episode, Andy is joined by three special guests as we have a sobering discussion regarding the incident just outside of Lewisporte, NL which claimed three lives in 1988. 35 years later, it's time for the truth to be revealed.Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by Wes Maidment as we discuss the Ontario WIldman Dave McKigney!Find the NWCA podcast here: (9) NWCA Podcast - YouTubeFind the NWCA Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ontariowrestlingclippingsofthepast/Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by excellent guests as we uncover the story of The Great Antonio!David Williams from Fireside Canada joined the program to discuss the mythology and lore of the French Canadian strongman! Find his incredible work here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2UzQtNkmJiXnWUwoIG5d1A?si=513a667bde72463aReturning Champion Javier Ojst is back as we discuss The Great Antonio's antics in Japan! Find his incredible article on The Great Antonio here: https://prowrestlingstories.com/pro-wrestling-stories/great-antonio-antonio-inoki/I would also strongly suggest you to check out the McCord Steward Museum in Montreal, find the link here: https://www.musee-mccord-stewart.ca/en/blog/grand-antonio/Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.comYou can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:www.buymeacoffee.com/grapplingDon't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!
Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by Greg Oliver as we discuss one of the most controversial individuals from Canadian Pro Wrestling history,
You can find Greg's article on Bob Sweetan here:
https://slamwrestling.net/index.php/2017/02/24/bruiser-bob-sweetan-leaves-a-complicated-legacy/
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Season 2 has come and gone, and what a Season it's been!
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We're ending it off with a BANG featuring an All-Star lineup of special guests! We discuss some exciting Canadian History projects from this year, and in the near future! We also discuss a Canadian Hall Of Fame, the importance of "stick men", the ethics of using dark stories to promote programming, and much more!
Please leave a 5 Star rating and review where possible, it really helps the show!
You can find information about all the guests here:
Steven Verrier - www.stevenverrier.com
Greg Oliver - www.slamwrestling.net / www.oliverbooks.ca
Jamie Greer - www.twitter.com/ForAllGreerkind
BC Hunter - www.facebook.com/WrestlingWithTheTruth
Dr. Marty Goldstein - www.thej.ca
Heath McCoy - www.twitter.com/vanheathen
Javier Ojst - https://prowrestlingstories.com/author/javier/
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!
Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!
Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by special guests to take a deep dive look at "The Golden Greek" John an Brother Chris Tolos, the Canadian Wrecking Crew!
Dr. Mike Lano is back on the program to discuss all things Tolos brothers! He discusses running their fan club, John's feud with "Classy" Freddie Blassie, the impact on California, and so much more!
Evan Ginzbug joins the program to talk all things John Tolos! We discuss how Evan first came across Tolos, his favorite memories of John, and so much more! You can find Evan's Pro Wrestling Stories page here: https://prowrestlingstories.com/author/evan/
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
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Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by some special guests to discuss the life and career of "Whipper" Billy Watson!
Wes and Jess from the NWCA join the program to discuss all things Whipper! Check out the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qF__EiFbEo
You can also check out the original 2 part episode from Ontario Wildmen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ontario-wildmen-ep005-whipper-watson-pt-1/id1599591994?i=1000544482588
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
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You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
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Warning: This episode contains graphic content. Listener discretion is advised.
Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
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Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this special episode, The Taxman takes a look at the story of Nanjo Singh, the murder of Betty Singh, and the rumor that Frank Tunney bailed him out of prison.
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
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You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
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Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by some special guests to discuss the life and career of "King Kong" Angelo Mosca!
AC from https://mapleleafwrestling.blogspot.com/ joins the program to discuss Angelo's time in the Maple Leaf territory, if fans separated the football player from the wrestler, and more!
Steve Milton from the Hamilton Spectator joined the program to discuss writing the Angelo Mosca book (which you can find here: https://shop.ticats.forgefootball.club/products/tell-me-to-my-face-by-angelo-mosca-steve-milton , what Angelo means to Hamilton, and so much more!
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!
Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by Author and Historian Mike Rodgers for an in depth discussion regarding his projects!
We discuss Excitement In The Air Volumes 1 and 2, his connection to the Portland wrestling territory, the incredible interviews he's conducted over the years, his upcoming project, and much more!
You can follow Mike on Twitter:
www.twitter.com/ExcitementAir
You can email Mike at: [email protected]
And you can find links to the Excitement In The Air series here: https://www.amazon.com/Excitement-Air-Voices-NW-Wrestling/dp/B09TMZ3186/ref=sr11?crid=70YV82Q1UFE2&keywords=excitement+in+the+air+2&qid=1652674017&sprefix=excitem%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
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Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman takes a solo deep dive into the life and career of Sky Low Low!
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
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Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman is joined by returning guest Vance Nevada to discuss the upcoming book: UNCONTROLLED CHAOS - CANADA'S REMARKABLE PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING LEGACY!
We discuss how the book came together, Vance's previous experience, dealing with controversy, and so much more!
Find the link to the Facebook page here:
https;//www,facebook.com/UncontrolledChaosBook/?ti=as
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!
Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman takes a deep dive into the life and career of Chief Don Eagle!
Jamie Greer joins the program to discuss Windsor historical wrestling, Don Eagle's early impact, his TRUE beginnings, and much more!
Javier Ojst is back on the program to discuss the infamous "Chicago Short Count", the conspiracy surrounding it, and more!
Flint Eagle is on the program to discuss his father, his memories of him, his experiences later in life related to Don Eagle, and more incredible stories!
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!
Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman shares a great conversation with author Steven Bell regarding his upcoming book: Dynamite and Davey - The Explosive Lives Of The British Bulldogs!
Check out www.stevenbellwrites.com to pre order your copy, and use promo code 'Taxman20' for 20% off!
You can also follow the books progress on Twitter at www.twitter.com/@BulldogsBook123
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!
Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this months episode, The Taxman is pleased to present 2 tremendous guests to discuss Roddy Piper!
Steven Jack son from The Wrestling Estate joins the program for an in-depth discussion of Roddy Piper's main WWE run!
Eyad is back for another round on GWC! We discuss the pop culture impact of Piper, his extensive TV and film career, how he's still shaping pop culture, and much more!
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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Grappling With Canada needs your help!!
Visit https://linktr.ee/GrapplingWithCanada for ways to donate to the program!
Welcome to Grappling With Canada! Each month Andy "The Taxman" is joined by various guests to take a deep dive into the past of some of Canada's most influential, infamous and impressive Wrestling exports! Not a Canadian? Don't worry, no passport needed! The international connections of wrestling with and to Canada will surprise you!
In this special episode I'm joined by Paul and Anthony from the Canadian Wrestling Archives! We discuss preserving Canadian pro wrestling in video form, the unique aspects of Canadian wrestling and so much more!
Please be sure to like, subscribe, rate and review! (Hopefully 5 Stars!!)
You can now pick up a shirt with proceeds going to charity!
www.grapplingwithcanada.threadless.com
You can now also buy me a coffee (or a beer!) to support the show at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/grappling
Don't forget to support our show sponsor Manscaped by shopping at www.manscaped.com and use the promo code "GWC" for 20% off your purchase AND free shipping!
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