The Savannah Bananas are the greatest live event experience You'll ever have? YES! In this episode of the Duke Loves Rasslin podcast, we'll take a closer look at the Savannah Bananas including interviews with: - Savannah Bananas Founder Jesse Cole - New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox MLB World Series Champion Johnny Damon - Savannah Bananas Announcer The Young Professor Matt Graifer - Savannah Bananas Pitcher Cowboy Kyle talks about Jamaican Jerk Chicken? Duke Loves Rasslin also details his exp...
Aug 18, 2023•36 min
Is WWE in its Golden Age? Duke Loves Rasslin Weighs In The WWE is experiencing a period of unprecedented popularity, with record-breaking TV ratings, PPV buys, and merchandise sales. Some fans believe that this is the greatest era in WWE history, surpassing even the Attitude Era, Ruthless Aggression Era, and Rock & Wrestling Era. On this episode of Duke Loves Rasslin, Duke takes a closer look at the current state of WWE and argues that it is indeed in its Golden Age. He cites the incredible ...
Aug 11, 2023•22 min
Duke Loves Rasslin gives you a full preview of what to expect in this epic match-up. Listen as we detail SummerSlam 2016, when Seth Rollins injured Finn Balor's shoulder, and how that one moment changed the trajectory of both of their careers. Here we are 7 years later, and Finn Balor MUST inflict revenge on Seth Freakin Rollins in order to solidify his legacy in WWE SummerSlam lore! This episode includes: - A full breakdown of the history between Finn Balor and Seth Rollins - Predictions for ho...
Aug 04, 2023•17 min
WWE SummerSlam: Brock Lesnar vs. Cody Rhodes, The Wizard of Oz Parallels, David Figueroa on Fitness and Pro Wrestling Duke discusses the upcoming WWE SummerSlam match between Brock Lesnar and Cody Rhodes. He compares the match to The Wizard of Oz, with Cody Rhodes as Dorothy. Duke also talks to David Figueroa, host of the Cerebral Palsy and Fitness Podcast. David discusses the importance of exercise for people with cerebral palsy, his top 5 favorite pro wrestlers, and his favorite pizza combo. T...
Jul 28, 2023•21 min
Eric Simms, Man Slapped by WWE Hall OF Famer The Iron Sheik, Back in the News for Using Mantaur's Death to Promote Wrestling Convention Eric Simms, the man who was slapped by WWE Hall of Famer The Iron Sheik in a viral video, is back in the news for using the death of wrestler Mantaur to promote a wrestling convention. Simms, who is a promoter of the convention, asked fans on Facebook who should replace Mantaur at the convention since he is dead. This post sparked outrage from wrestling fans and...
Jul 20, 2023•30 min
Does AEW Hate Women's Wrestling? How else do they explain featuring the LEAST women's wrestling on TV of any major promotion in North America? Rob The Genius returns to give us a mid-year review on which wrestling programs feature the most Women's Wrestling and who's featuring the least in 2023. We also talk AEW Fight Forever, Ricky Starks and Powerhouse Hobbs being mismanaged and much more! *Ready to shop better hydration? Use my special link DukeLovesRasslin to save 20% off anything you order ...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Scotti and Skai are Young Independent Wrestlers that have joined forces to form the tag team known as Shake And Bake! Listen as these two DVon Dudley Academy alums detail: - Why they formed the Shake and Bake Tag Team - Both being from Ohio - Wrestling for Shine - Plans o eventually win tag team gold in the WWN and beyond! Much More! This is a fun conversation with two of Independent Wrestling's bright new stars! #ShakeAndBake!! *Ready to shop better hydration? Use my special link DukeLovesRassl...
Jul 07, 2023•12 min
Melina Perez is a 2 Time WWE Divas Champion, 3 Time WWE World Womens Champion and all around Legend. Listen as Melina opens up abou - The positive fan and wrestler interactions she had at the River City Wrestling Con - Desire to work behind the scenes at UWW and mentor Younger Wrestlers - Being the opposite of the heel character some assume she actually is in real life - What REALLY happened behind he scenes regarding Melina, Trish Stratus and Snooki from MTV's Jersey Shore - Advice for Current ...
Jul 02, 2023•43 min
Low-Ki had a #MatchOfTheYear with #BobbyFish at the #RiverCityWrestlingCon, and now he's here to talk about that and much more including - Respect for Bobby Fish - Being proud of his Students - His upcoming Grand Prix of Sport Martial Arts Exhibition - Why Men Wrestling Women is not ok because it simulates Violence against Women - Death Match Wrestling is Garbage And much more! *Ready to shop better hydration? Use my special link DukeLovesRasslin to save 20% off anything you order over at Liquid...
Jun 23, 2023•58 min
Bobby Fish is Undisputed! Listen as the #WWENXT, #ROH, #AEW, #ImpactWrestling ironman sounds off on: - His Match Of The Year battle with Low-Ki on June 11th 2023 at the River City Wrestling Con - Why Bobby enjoys Wrestling Matches that look more like a Fight - Bobby's Martial Arts background - Education - Advice for Younger Wrestlers Bobby hilariously agrees with #DukeLovesRasslin that the correct name is Steak and Cheese Sub, NOT Cheese Steak! Boston once again scores on Philly! *Ready to shop ...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 6 min
The River City Wrestling Con aka #RCWC is this Saturday June 10th and Sunday June 11th. Listen as RCWC Head Honcho Nick Bateh previews some of the wonderful legends and stars of today and tomorrow that will be on hand, plus info on the cosplay contest, gaming tournament etc!! *Ready to shop better hydration? Use my special link DukeLovesRasslin to save 20% off anything you order over at LiquidIV.Com *Head over to RiverCityWrestlingCon.Com and use the promo code TOPSHELF to save 10% off your Week...
Jun 09, 2023•10 min
Culture Inc's Malik Bosede is BACK & he's got plenty to say about being a Sports Entertainer! Highlights include: - The latest going on with his team Culture Inc - Appearing once again at the River City Wrestling Con - Feuding with WWE Hall Of Famer Booker T at Reality Of Wrestling - All Caribbean Wrestling bringing Sports Entertainment to the Caribbean - MUCH MORE!! #Wrestling #Podcast #ProWrestling #CultureInc *Ready to shop better hydration? Use my special link DukeLovesRasslin to save 20...
Jun 02, 2023•27 min
Is WWE Women's Champion Bianca Belair a HEEL? Listen as Rob The Genius addresses the claims made by The Duke that Bianca Belair has turned heel. Rob argues that there is no evidence to support this claim, and that Bianca is still the same babyface she has always been. Debate Points include - Has Bianca continued to act like a babyface, even after her recent title win? Has Bianca continued to be kind and respectful to her opponents? Have fans Turned on Bianca? *Ready to shop better hydration? Use...
May 27, 2023•57 min
Jake The Snake Roberts reflects on his Hall Of Fame career& more including: - Jake's upcoming appearance at the River City Wrestling Con - Jake's Comedy Tour - Feud with Macho Man Randy Savage - Thoughts on Kenny Omega being the best wrestler - Speaking up against Racism in Wrestling - The Importance of keeping your Word - Love of his Family and the Fans And so much more! Follow Jake @JakeSnakeRoberts on Twitter and his Podcast page @SnakePitPod *Ready to shop better hydration? Use my specia...
May 25, 2023•31 min
Zechariah Smith is a human swiss army knife. He's wrestled for the #NWA, WWENXT & #ImpactWrestling as Jack Talos. He's also competed against the Harlem Globetrotters as the lead Villian for the Washington Generals. Zechariah Smith has even portrayed the Undertaker in the NBC series Young Rock! Listen as the 7 foot tall 300 lb giant details his amazing life and shares what fans can expect when they catch him at the River City Wrestling Con June 10th and 11th! *All views expressed on #DukeLove...
May 20, 2023•22 min
Bianca Belair is a HEEL, and Duke Loves Rasslin is willing to debate anyone that says otherwise. Listen as The Duke lays out why he believes #BiancaBelair is a heel, and his challenge to anyone and everyone that wants to come on the show and argue otherwise. *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing it. If you love it too bad. If you hate it too bad. #PullUpYourSkinnyJeans * *Ready to shop better hydration? Use my special link DukeLovesRasslin to save 20% off anythin...
May 12, 2023•14 min
Kevin Nasta is the CEO of Damage 365 Promotions, Booker of Goddesses Of War Wrestling and a whole host of other things! Listen as Kevin details how he's used skills developed through his background in Finance, Sales Management and Education have all helped him become a jack of all trades within the behind the scenes world of Pro Wrestling. If YOU are someone who would like to work in Wrestling but are unsure if your non wrestling skills would translate, this is a conversation that may help you g...
May 06, 2023•1 hr 11 min
#DukeLovesRasslin is celebrating 7 years of podcasting and what better way than to have International Wrestling Star Roni Big Bang Nicole & College Football and WWE Hall Of Famer Ron Simons !! Listen as Ron Simmons hilariously reminicious about his 1980's Jeri Curl hairstyle, gets serious when discussing the pros and cons of the NIL(Next In Line) program for college athletes and invites everyone to join him at the River City Wrestling Con on Saturday June 10th a the Jacksonville Fairgrounds ...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 3 min
"Shut Up And Wrestle"! That is the advice #ThePrideOfNewEngland Danny G has for AEW FTR star Dax Harwood. Listen as Danny explains why he feels that way, plus The Duke chimes in on Dax Harwood's drama being akin to bringing the Circus In Town. Dax you are NOT CM Punk. You can't get away with drama like he can! *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing it. If you love it too bad. If you hate it too bad. #PullUpYourSkinnyJeans * Ready to shop better hydration, use my s...
Apr 22, 2023•17 min
WWENXT featured the start of what may be a great feud for the next 10+ years between Tiffany Stratton and Sol Ruca. Listen as The Duke gives his take on this fantastic match and why this feud may go down in history. Other topics include: - Cody Rhodes dressing like Ric Flair is a disgrace to Rhodes Wrestling History - How AEW can sell out Wembley Stadium - Britt Baker being allowed to bully Thunder Rosa is a disgrace! *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing it. If ...
Apr 15, 2023•39 min
WWE are featuring far less Women's Wrestling content over the past year and Rob The Genius has the stats to back it up. Listen as Rob details when he's noticed the shift and specifically which wrestlers and feuds have suffered as a result of #WWE divesting effort into maintaining a strong Women's Wrestling division. This is ALL on the promotion and not on the talented Women who have already earned their positions. *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing it. If you ...
Apr 07, 2023•1 hr 8 min
#WrestlerMania 39 is LIVE April 1st and 2nd on the #WWENetwork! The Duke gives an incredible preview of the night 2 main event between Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes. This match is about Championships, History and BIRTHRIGHT! Rudy Boy Gonzalez is back from a recent trip to the #WWEPC to help train future #WWE Superstars, and he has invaluable thoughts to share with everyone. Listen as #RBG shares lessons learned from his 41+ year career in pro wrestling, and the importance of aspiring #WWESupersta...
Mar 29, 2023•51 min
He's baaaack!?? Brad Shepard returns from his time away from the #IWC and his sharp analysis has already made him go viral! Ahead of the debut of his new podcast, Allow Me To Apologize, Listen as Brad details why he took time away from the IWC, who he knows is responsible for harassing his family, thoughts on Zack Ryder and why he chose to critique the quality of work of Denise Salcedo. Follow Brad on twitter @ItsBradShepard *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing ...
Mar 22, 2023•21 min
#WWE #Wrestlemania is a few weeks away & #DukeLovesRasslin has a preview for he night 1 main event; Charlotte Flair vs Rhea Ripley. Listen as #TheDuke details the history of both ladies and why this Championship Main Event may very well go down as one of the greatest in history! *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing it. If you love it too bad. If you hate it too bad. #PullUpYourSkinnyJeans * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 16, 2023•16 min
Are #AEW Live Events safe for children; especially Black Children? #AEW World Champion MJF threw an adult beverage on a child and this is just the latest example of #TonyKhan failing as a Manager. #TheDuke asks the question of the week: #WTF? *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing it. If you love it too bad. If you hate it too bad. #PullUpYourSkinnyJeans * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 10, 2023•22 min
Mr #PWI500 himself JBoujii is so sick and tired of #ROHWrestling star #Kaun's silence that he has labled Kaun as basic as a buttered bagel! With their impending showdown at #BCW #Anniversary6, listen as #JBoujii details a laundry list of issues with Kaun including - Kaun avoiding all communication with JBoujii for over a year - Kaun not showing enough gratitude to #TonyKaun - Jboujii believing Kaun is a #PaycheckWrestler who is too good to promote his fights The conversation then shifts hilariou...
Mar 03, 2023•48 min
Hoss Holding is BACK and the 61 Year old Rassler has a lot to say about: - Winning the King Of Sports Championship Wrestling Heavyweight Title - Continuing to be a Champion in Dogg Pound Championship Wrestling - Love & Appreciation for his Trainers Rodney Mack and Jazz - Charities that he's doing work with And so much more! Plus #DukeLovesRasslin sounds off on #BlackHistoryMonth, #WWE #Wrestlemania, #AEW and more! *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing it. If ...
Feb 24, 2023•57 min
Marie Shadows aka @Marie_Shadows is BACK and she's got plenty to talk about. Listen as Marie updates us all on: - Her new #ProWrestling themed Planner book One More Match(Available on Amazon) - Mercedes Mone aka #SashaBanks vs Kairi Hojo for #NJPW - Thoughts on #TonyKhan's Booking - Respect for #CodyRhodes And so much more! *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing it. If you love it too bad. If you hate it too bad. #PullUpYourSkinnyJeans * Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Feb 17, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Alexi Suplexi takes time away from his two Improv Comedy Clubs, Suplexing his Fluffy Dog and being Vicky Dreamboat's Main Squeeze to open up about his crazy life. Listen as Alexi details: - Rock Legend Chris Cornell being a major inspiration - Breaking into #Improv and opening two #ComedyClubs - Why #ProWrestling? - Favorite Norwegian Foods - Favorite Norwegian Phrase - Thoughts on BubbleGum Ice Cream And so much more! Check out Alexi's personal website to get more info on his comedy clubs, wres...
Feb 09, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Duke reviews each match from the 2023 #WWE #RoyalRumble plus #SeanRossSapp giving #VinceRusso a hard time? *All views expressed on #DukeLovesRasslin are that of those expressing it. If you love it too bad. If you hate it too bad. #PullUpYourSkinnyJeans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 03, 2023•55 min
