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The long overdue and almost completely lost episode is finally here. Thank you to all of our fans for "Barrying" with us on this. We're pumped to be back.
In this week's episode, one of the most controversial names in professional sports gets some much deserved love.
Why is Barry Bonds - arguably the greatest technical hitter and one of the greatest players in MLB history - not seated in the Hall of Fame?
Can alleged steroid use really negate the fact that Barry Bonds had a statistically insane career? Even when the years in question occurred after almost a decade of all star rankings, MVPs, silver sluggers, golden gloves and more?
Many sports fans hear the term "steroids" and completely dismiss the player, and rightfully so most of the time... but in this case, the reality is that with or without any alleged performance enhancers, Barry Bonds is an iconic MLB legend and his resume really speaks for itself.
Grab an ice cold pop and get ready to learn all about the intricate history of Mr. Controversy himself. But don't ask any stupid questions... why? "because they're stupid". -
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Severe technical difficulties and scheduling conflicts essentially took us out of the game for a bit there, and nearly erased our entire Barry Bonds episode but in true J and D fashion we rambled on and overcame.
Finally back up and running, and eager to check in with our Freak Show crew.
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"A linebacker on skates"...
You don't need to know much about hockey to appreciate that any player with that kind of reputation is probably going to be a must see.
This week's legendary Freak Show athlete exceeded his reputation in every way, and is arguably one of the most astounding combinations of brutality and skill that the NHL has ever seen. Standing at a healthy 6 feet 4 inches tall (WITHOUT skates), and weighing 240 lbs, he was a full tilt heavy hitting force to be reckoned with, and yet still managed to average 1.33 points per game during his 8 years with the Philadelphia Flyers.
***Which by the way, placed him 4th all-time, trailing only Wayne Gretzky (1.92 PPG), Mario Lemieux (1.88 PPG), and Bobby Orr (1.39 PPG)***
Oh, that's right, he was much more than just a freight train in hockey pants, and although the unfortunate series of concussions that would ultimately end his career became part of his legacy, the fact that he fundamentally reshaped the NHL in more ways than one, can not be ignored.
This week, J and D come at you full speed with the intricate and intriguing story of the one and only Eric Lindros. From rejecting his first NHL contract, to being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame and everything in between the blue lines. The puck drops hard in this week's episode of The Freak Show with J and D.
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Mirror, mirror on the wall... who's the Badr-est kickboxer of them all?
The "Golden Boy", "The Bad Boy", "The Cobra"... the head of the "Badr Army" himself. He is the most fearsome kickboxer to ever step into the ring, and this week J and D roundhouse your ear drums with the fascinating life and fighting career of the one and only Mr. Badr Hari.
Standing at a scary 6 feet, 6 inches tall and weighing in at a dead serious 244 lbs, this is certainly not a man you would want launching a spinning heel kick at your head. With an amateur fighting record of 35 wins (25 by KO), and a career record of 126 wins (92 by KO), and only 17 losses (14 by KO), Badr Hari's name is synonymous with the sport of professional kickboxing and his reputation absolutely precedes him. His opponents were faced with two options; either get lucky and knock him out. or get a first class seat on the night night express in front of millions of people.
Order in some (Muay) Thai food, wrap those ankles, and jump into this week's episode of the Freak Show with J and D.
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We're back! Welcome back!
Season two is finally here, and at The Freak Show with J and D we go full "boar" baby (that is an intentional misprint, you'll see). What I mean is, there is no point in kicking off our sophomore season with just any old freak show athlete. We went straight to the "freak batter bakery" for this one as we launch into season two with none other than Mr. Bo Jackson himself.
Standing at a relatively modest 6 feet 1 inch tall, and weighing in at 227 pounds, Bo wasn't necessarily uncommon in stature, but his ability on the field(s) is unmatched even 30 years later. Drafted by the MLB and the NFL, and not only playing in both leagues simultaneously, but becoming an All-Star player in both leagues at the SAME TIME is an accomplishment that may never be witnessed again.
Discover the humble man behind the myths, the truth behind the legends, the Heisman trophy winning, MLB All Starring, the NFL Pro Bowler, the monster home run hitting, the fastest 40 running, and the multiple state championship title and record holdings that really solidify Bo Jackson's place at the top of the professional sports totem pole.
Grab a nice cold crispy, sprinkle some protein powder in your cereal and prepare to learn everything you didn't know about this true legendary freak show.
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What's up everyone!
D here again, and once again I am popping in with an update about the imminent arrival of the long awaited season two!
We are officially in production on season two and it has been an absolute blast so far. Huge names this season, a shiny new segment that may just spark some serious debates down the line, more "stupid questions from the wife" and as always, little known facts and stories about some of the most legendary names in professional sports.
Season two's launch date is TBA but we're on pace for early November.
We will be back in your ear drums very soon everyone, so pack away those "baby chairs", stock the bar fridge, and we'll see you in podcast space very soon.
Much love,
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Hello to all of our Freak Show Fans!
D here, just popping in to update you all about our website woes, send some love out to our growing international family of listeners, and tease some season two news.
J and I are Arnold level pumped about what's to come, and we hope to have a slick new website just in time for the big second season release.
Thank you all for listening, we will be back in your eardrums very soon!
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In the season one finale of The Freak Show with J and D, we dive deep into the incredible career of one of the most underrated and simultaneously beloved WWE superstars to ever step into the squared circle.
Known as both "sexual chocolate" and "world's strongest man", Mark Henry wore a couple of different "singlets" during his 25 years at the top of pro wrestling's biggest brand, but none were as fitting as the latter. From Mark's debut to the day he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, he showed the world what being an absolute freak show athlete was all about (one hand-bent length of rebar at a time).
Crack open some dark chocolate and a bottle of champagne, throw on some Barry White and find out why Mark Henry is, and will always be, the world's strongest man, to J and D.
Special Announcement!
Season Two is in the works! Huge names, mind boggling records, and ultra-stupid questions expected in Fall 2023! Stay tuned for updates and check out www.thefreakshowpodcast.com for insider info.
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As season 1 of The Freak Show with J and D approaches completion (only one more episode left!), J and D take the opportunity to go big, huge in fact, and dive into the world of professional weightlifting.
Anyone who knows anything about the world of the big lifts knows that there is one name that stands out from the crowd. One name that symbolizes pure power. One name that has become synonymous with record lifts, and that name is: Lasha Talakhadze.
Standing at 1.97 metres tall (6 ft 6 inches) and weighing a staggering 186 kilos (409 lbs) in his best years to date, Lasha Talakhadze holds the all-time record for the heaviest combined weight in any official weightlifting competition ever: 492 kilograms.
This week, J and D discuss the fascinating and vast world of the big lifters, Lasha's lifetime goal of 500 kilograms, and learn all about the naughty lifting terminology that makes even the most composed adult crack a cheeky grin.
Grab an ice cold Argo and wrap those wrists. It's time to get under the bar with Lasha Talakhadze!
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What does a master's degree in international relations, a helicopter pilot's license, a transport company, 58 international strongman wins, a 12 year (and counting) MMA career, and a blueberry farm have in common?
The answer is: "Mariusz Pudzianowski".
Oh, and let's not forget the singing, and time spent on the rugby field.
Standing at a respectable 6 feet, 1 inch tall and fluctuating from 256 lbs (MMA) and 313 lbs (Strongman), Mariusz Pudzianowski is an absolutely dominant competitor, the likes of which the world had never seen before he "entered the chat". Only someone with the prowess of "Pudzian" could be such a remarkable standout among some of the strongest men on planet Earth.
In this week's episode, J and D jump into Pudzian's world, through his incredible strongman career, to his dead serious MMA career, and beyond. Plus, the answer to the age old question: how old is this man, really?
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When you think of an NHL hockey player, you probably don't immediately picture a 7 foot tall monster on skates, but this week that's exactly who episode five is all about.
Standing at 6 feet, 9 inches tall and weighing 263 lbs at his peak, Zdeno Chara is the most dominant defenseman to ever lace 'em up. From humble beginnings in then communist Czechoslovakia (where breaking your hockey stick meant you may have to play the rest of the season with your feet), to hoisting Lord Stanley's Cup in the most memorable celebration footage in NHL history. Chara is an absolute freak show athlete in every sense of the term.
Join J and D on the incredible journey through Chara's history, find out why the man behind the legend is much different than what you may think, and answer the age old question: "where does Chara buy his pants?"
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The entertaining journey through freakishly gifted athletes continues with easily one of the most likeable human beings to ever make the cover of a bodybuilding magazine. A 300 pound athlete with as low as 0.33% body fat gives new context to the term "pure muscle" and this week's athlete changed the bodybuilding world forever in more ways than one.
Join J and D as they dive into Ronnie Coleman's incredible history of achievements, from winning the title of Mr. Olympia an astounding 8 consecutive years in a row, and starting a massively successful and thriving business, to managing to fit into a pair of police shorts for his entire career as an active duty police officer in Arlington, Texas.
Whether Ronnie was deadlifting 800 pounds or teaming up with Gary Coleman for a buddy cop movie (wait, what?), Ronnie Coleman is truly a one of a kind, absolute freakishly gifted bodybuilder, and a man that continues to build his legacy to this day.
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What does the NCAA, NJCAA, NFL, UFC, and WWE have in common? The answer is: the 6 foot 3 inch tall, 265 pound "beast incarnate" that is Mr. Brock Lesnar. That's right, not only has he held the title of UFC Heavyweight Champion, WWE Championship titles, and a myriad of NCAA championships and titles, his unbridled thirst to dominate the world of professional sports has even taken him to an NFL training camp.
In episode three of the Freak Show with J and D, we dive into the history of this powerhouse athlete, discussing some of his most controversial moments, some of his most outstanding achievements, and his humble beginnings. Is he a modern day Viking? Is he Dolph Lundgren's doppelgänger? And did Andre The Giant really drop a deuce in a hotel bathtub? -
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The adventure through athletic prowess continues with one of the most freakishly impressive athletes of all time. Standing at 7 ft 1 inches tall, and weighing up to 300lbs, Wilt Chamberlain was arguably the most dominant force to ever step foot on a basketball court (or a volleyball court for that matter!?). Nicknamed "the record book", Wilt's 72 NBA records still stand untouched today. J and D discuss as many of his unbelievable achievements as can be fit into an hour, and provide some insight into who the man behind the legend actually was. Find out why Arnold Schwarzenneger called Wilt "the strongest guy" he's ever trained with in the gym, and in this week's "stupid questions" segment, the answer to the age old question: how far could Wilt throw J's wife?
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Welcome to the Freak Show with J and D podcast! In this introduction episode, take a quick dive into the genesis of the show and gain some insight into the big question: who are J and D, and what qualifies them to discuss freakish athletes in the first place? With a big first season incoming and multiple seasons planned, explore a deep roster of freak show athletes from across the world of sport and enjoy some "stupid questions" along the way. This isn't just a sports show. This is the Freak Show.
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In this first ever episode of The Freak Show with J and D, we dive in with one of the most impressive athletes to ever grace the grid iron. At 6 ft 6 inches tall and weighing 300lbs, this defensive end from North Carolina was the number one pick in the 2006 NFL draft, shocking Texans fans and leaving Heisman trophy winner Reggie Bush in disbelief. Find out how Mario's freakish performance in the NFL Combine paved the way for what turned out to be an impressive career, and what does this have to do with J doing pull-ups in his underwear?
