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South Kongress Podcast

Cameron Hawkinssouthkongress.blogspot.com
The South Kongress Podcast is an Austin based lifestyle show where I interview great people doing great things in the great state of Texas, and talk with my buddies about the goings on in pop culture, music, movies, TV and more!
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Episodes

South Kongress *Special* - Darius Carter

Ahead of June 28's "Return of the King" live event, the ASÉ Wrestling Men's Champion Darius Carter sounds off on inclusion, Black excellence, his wrestling inspirations and aspirations,. and why KevOnStage needs to stay in his lane.

Jun 19, 202530 min

South Kongress Special - Shawn Michaels

One of the game's greatest players is how the head coach. WWE legend Shawn Michaels talks Hell in a Cell, trying to translate talent to success, and the embarrassment of riches that is NXT.

Oct 05, 202432 min

South Kongress Special - Cody Rhodes

We spoke with WWE Champion Cody Rhodes about the responsibilities of being the man, the personal importance of Atlanta, ending The Bloodline, and so much more!

Oct 05, 202427 min

South Kongress Podcast *Special* - Swerve Strickland

The All Elite Wrestling World Champion's built a house, and we talk about the things that helped him put it together. Music, horror movies, pain, the need for the right influences around him, and so much more. He's going into the biggest match of his life at AEW's All In pay-per-view, and he's ready to show why he's been trusted to be part of history.

Aug 23, 202431 min

South Kongress Podast - Brian Zilem and Kaden Lee

I'm joined by Brian Zilem (Pro wrestling Torch) and Kaden Lee (WrestlePurists) to talk about experiencing Monday Night Raw in person in Austin, Tx, AEW All In coming to Dallas/Fort Worth, and so much more!

Aug 18, 20241 hr 38 min

South Kongress Special - Bron Breakker

Ahead of his Intercontinental Title Match at Money in the Bank, Bron Breakker talks trusting the WWE process, being flexible in your role, running the triple option, being part of a legendary wrestling family, how his love for wrestling came from an unlikely place, and why he never got around to playing as himself in Madden.

Jul 06, 202420 min

South Kongress Special - Mercedes Moné

Days before her AEW debut at Double or Nothing, Mercedes Moné talks about leaving WWE to pursue her next set of goals, finding sisterhood, the importance of Black women being in the wrestling spotlight, and much more.

May 25, 202412 min

South Kongress Podcast Special - Seth Rollins

link to article at The Ringer: https://www.theringer.com/wwe/2024/4/4/24120581/seth-rollins-wwe-wrestlemania-xl-interview Days before pulling double duty at WrestleMania 40, I spoke with Seth Rollins on his place in WWE, how he deals with the moving pieces around him, what he's looking to do going forward, and all those damn getups!

Apr 11, 202423 min

South Kongress Podcast *Special* - Sting

Original article for The Ringer, "Sting Rounds the Bases": https://www.theringer.com/2022/12/29/23529964/sting-all-elite-wrestling-journey-character-history-career-legacy In December 2022, I spoke with Sting about AEW's treatment of his legacy, and how they succeeded where other promotions had failed. Now, ahead of his final match at AEW Revolution, here's that conversation covering his time in WCW, WWE, TNA, and how those missteps helped him plot out his sendoff.

Feb 23, 202451 min

South Kongress Special - Rhea Ripley

The WWE Women's World Champion talks abut her breakout 2023 that began with her winning the Royal Rumble. She touches on style, authenticity, social media fame, and carving out her very own path in the world of professional wrestling.

Jan 26, 202429 min

South Kongress Special - Jey Uso

Full Article for The Ringer: https://www.theringer.com/wwe/2023/11/22/23971751/jey-uso-wwe-survivor-series-wargames-interview-main-event-roman-reigns-usos-bloodline Days before his second consecutive War Games match at WWE Survivor Series, Jey Uso talks about his singles run, adjusting to working alone, when he knew he had the crowd, and what helped him develop his edge.

Nov 25, 202330 min

South Kongress Special - LA Knight

Article Link: https://www.theringer.com/wwe/2023/11/3/23944228/la-knight-wwe-crown-jewel-2023-interview-attitude-era-influences-slim-jim-timberland-boots Ahead of the biggest match of his career, I talked to LA Knight about timing, Timberlands, Michael Jackson, and so much more. Check out why he's got everyone saying his name.

Nov 03, 202319 min

South Kongress Special - Eddie Kingston

Full Interview Transcript: https://www.fightful.com/wrestling/exclusives/eddie-kingston-being-roh-champion-won-t-set-until-i-retire-ethan-page-my-radar I caught up with Eddie Kingston a few days after his Ring of Honor World Title win. We talked about processing success, being New York to the bone, dealing with criticism, and pacing yourself for the best possible outcomes.

Sep 27, 202321 min

South Kongress Special - Tiffany Stratton

Before her title match against Thea Hail at NXT's Great American Bash, Tiffany Stratton talks about the transition from gymnastics to wrestling, defining her character, performing in front of PLE crowds, and who she thinks is the best women's wrestler on the planet.

Jul 28, 202311 min

South Kongress Special - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin

We interviewed WWE Legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin about his newest show, "Stone Cold Takes on America". We talked being a fish out of water, South Texas sensibilities, what creates creates good chemistry in front of the camera and more!

May 26, 202319 min

South Kongress Special - Bryan Danielson

*Thanks to Bryan Danielson, Good Gold Agency and All Elite Wrestling for use of this audio* This is the full interview with Bryan Danielson heading into his world title match with MJF at AEW Revolution that inspired my piece, "At Last, Dragon" for the Ringer.

Mar 24, 202350 min

South Kongress #134 - Hits x Misses

Happy New Year! This week, we'll talk about leaving a cool job, working on new projects, my time interviewing a legend, having your own style, and of course... a star being born.

Jan 03, 202318 min

South Kongress #133 - The Club

This week, we talk about 5 ways to help yourself as a creator, and a brand new initiative to help new creators get feedback on their early work. *some places you can donate to re: hurricane relief and aid* https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FqSx4PIBCkhS8wwEGDTQa64oO9c8jJLv8xLyYu9-CZY/edit *Creator's Club HQ info thread* https://twitter.com/CeeHawk/status/1574779783912853512?s=20&t=y1_Z5lyJPyLnZreK0BBKzg

Oct 03, 202223 min

South Kongress #132 - Proving Grounds

This week, we talk about an LA trip that almost turned into a horror movie, and avoiding the creative sophomore slump. The World Belongs to Dax Harwood - https://www.theringer.com/2022/9/21/23364006/dax-harwood-ftr-aew-dynamite-grand-slam-profile Ricky Starks: The Sound and the Fury - https://www.theringer.com/2022/8/31/23330688/ricky-starks-aew-all-out-profile Cam Tackles Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/ceehawk

Sep 22, 202227 min

South Kongress #131 - Writer's Block

We're back! Cam's got a new career, but two careers, but... well you'll understand. Some chance meetings and hard work have put us in position to do things we never dreamed of. Here's the story of a San Antonio kid fulfilling a lifelong dream! Be sure to follow/subscribe to us on Twitch! twitch.tv/ceehawk

Sep 09, 202223 min

South Kongress #130 - Only the Family

Cam's a year older and does some reflection on carrying trauma, trying to find happiness, and getting out of your own damn way.

Dec 13, 202126 min

South Kongress #129 - Views from the Food Bonanza

Join the wave! twitch.tv/ceehawk It's been too long! Here's a quick recap of what's been happening the last few months, where this whole thing is headed, and really how we went from reading magazines in stores to writing for the damn things! AND THIS FRIDAY AT NEW YORK COMIC CON https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us/explore/panels/panel-information.html?gtID=746937&panel-name=WIFN-The-Beauty-of-Blackness-in-Professional-Wrestling

Oct 05, 202117 min

Daemon Dust Pod - Chaos Seeds Book 3 Episode 10 (ch. 8-15)

On this review episode, Kendria and Travis dig into another section of chapters of book three of The Land. Our steadfast MC goes from having a cathartic night full of joy, acceptance and honoring the dead, to being assassinated and sent to respawn in one of the worst, most painful ways imaginable for a man. The village leaders supported Richter in his revenge plot and even provided him the means to pull it off. Richter asked for more and now owes a favor to a forest, spirit wolf! We find out wha...

Aug 06, 20211 hr 38 min
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