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Wrestling Friends with Matt Koon

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Matt Koon is a wrestling fan who has gotten to live a wrestling fans dream; create music for tv wrestlers, host podcasts with legends, and most importantly make a ton of wrestling friends! Join Matt and one of his Wrestling Friends each week (some you may know, some you might not)  as they explore topics in wrestling today, fanship, the IWC, and content creation in a fun conversation. Join us each week for Wrestling Friends with Matt Koon and become a wrestling friend too!
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Episodes

Lord of the TV Title again, again AND again!

This week on Gentleman Villain, Mr, Regal talks about his last three TV title reigns as only he can do. Hear all about the magical time in WCW, as well as the wide variety of folks he had to wrestle to defend that title. Of Course, it being Mr. Regal, there might be a story or two mixed within, and that is what makes it the Gentleman Villain the podcast you know and love. BLUE CHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code GENTLEMAN at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's BlueChew.com, p...

Dec 01, 20221 hr 36 min

Megasode!!! Claudio, Mox, and MJF

Celebrate Thanksgiving with Mr Regal as we share three recent episodes involving people very much in Mr. Regal's life in one way or another the past few months. Claudio, Mox, and MJF from their respective episodes of GV. Were there clues, were there signs? Listen today to find out and have an amazing Thanksgiving!! BLUE CHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code GENTLEMAN at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s BlueChew.com, promo code GENTLEMAN to receive your first month FREE BETTE...

Nov 24, 20224 hr 31 min

Lord Steven Regal: TV Champion

On todays episode of Gentleman Villain, Mr. Regal talks all about his run as TV Champion! Hear about winning the title from Ricky Steamboat, breaking his neck, defending the title, and the only story in the world involving both Johnny B. Badd and Antonio Inoki. All this and so much more, on today’s episode of Gentleman Villain! BETTER HELP - This podcast is sponsored by Better Help. When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/GENTLEMAN today to ge...

Nov 10, 20222 hr 5 min

Regal Watches Wrestling: WCW Saturday Night 10/9/93

It’s a first time ever, as Mr. Regal does his first watchalong, and we picked a fun one, a WCW Saturday night episode which is not only a snapshot of a simpler time, but a 15 minute draw between Arn Anderson and Mr. Regal as well. Listen now, and hopefully you’ll have as much fun as Mr. Regal does. BLUE CHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code GENTLEMAN at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s BlueChew.com, promo code GENTLEMAN to receive your first month FREE BETTER HELP - This pod...

Nov 03, 20221 hr 42 min

MJF

On this episode of Gentleman Villain, Mr. Regal addresses the confrontation he had on AEW Dynamite last week with one, Maxwell Jacob Friedman. Hear his side of their shared history covering the emails, the entitlement, and the upcoming championship match with Jon Moxley at Full Gear. BLUE CHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code GENTLEMAN at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s BlueChew.com, promo code GENTLEMAN to receive your first month FREE BETTER HELP - This podcast is sponsor...

Oct 26, 20221 hr 41 min

The beginning of it all: NXT San Jose

Join Mr. Regal this week as he talks about one of the most important shows in recent wrestling history NXT San Jose. This show has never been televised or been on the network, but it was this show that proved to WWE and fans around the world that the “NXT way” could work. With wrestlers like Finn, Charlotte, Becky, Sami, Kevin on the card, five thousand fans flocked to a hastily booked venue with a 10 p.m. start time to see what co-host Matt Koon calls the best show he’s ever been to. They were ...

Oct 20, 20221 hr 54 min

The Power of the Punch and the “Kiss My A--" Club

This week on Gentleman Villain we attempt to talk about the “power of the punch” era of Mr. Regal’s career, but take a left turn and learn everything you ever wanted to know about the VKM kiss my ass club as well. All this and more on the latest Gentleman Villain with Mr. Regal. BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code GENTLEMAN at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s BlueChew.com, promo code GENTLEMAN to receive your first month FREE SAVE WITH CONRAD - If you have credit card ...

Oct 13, 20221 hr 55 min

Tajiri

This week on Gentleman Villain, Mr. Regal talks about one of the most memorable points of his career: the inexplicable, hilarious, and perfect pairing with the Japanese Buzzsaw, Yoshihiro Tajiri! BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code GENTLEMAN at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s BlueChew.com, promo code GENTLEMAN to receive your first month FREE #SPONSOR - BETTER HELP - When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/GENTLEMAN...

Oct 06, 20221 hr 30 min

Mr. Regal becomes an "Unamerican"

On this week's episode of Gentleman Villain, Mr. Regal talks about being one of "The Un-Americans" as well as several other topics to get us started. Among the topics are why the Unamericans didn't last longer, teaming with Lance Storm, and many fun stories on this, another entertaining episode of The Gentleman Villain podcast. BLUECHEW - if you could benefit from extra confidence when it’s time to perform, BlueChew can help! Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code GENTLEMAN at checkout--j...

Sep 15, 20222 hr 2 min

Real Glass and Tyranny: Fit and Lord Steven in WCW

On this hilarious episode of Gentleman Villain, Mr. Regal talks about his three month feud with Fit Finlay in WCW. Included is a never before told story about an abrupt ending to their uncensored match as well as a blow by blow account of the infamous parking lot brawl. It is a ludicrous story full of real violence, this week on Gentleman Regal! DRAFT KINGS - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW and use promo code REGAL to get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in FREE bets INSTANTLY when you place a fiv...

Sep 08, 20222 hr 8 min

Japanese wrestling in the UK and Mr. Regal in Japan.

On this week's episode of Gentleman VIllain, Mr. Regal talks about the first Japanese wrestlers he saw and wrestled in his home country, and the opportunity he had to work in Japan while a part of WCW. Covered are wrestling Inoki, and experiences with Jushin Liger. It is another fascinating and educational episode of The Gentleman Villain podcast with William Regal! SPONSORS: BLUECHEW - So if you could benefit from extra confidence when it’s time to perform, BlueChew can help! And we’ve got a sp...

Sep 01, 20222 hr 40 min

NXT UK

This week on Gentleman Regal, Mr. Regal discusses the intent and effect of the formation of NXT UK. BLUECHEW - So if you could benefit from extra confidence when it’s time to perform, BlueChew can help! And we’ve got a special deal for our listeners: Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code GENTLEMAN at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s BlueChew.com, promo code GENTLEMAN to receive your first month FREE. Visit BlueChew.com for more details and important safety information. ATHLETIC GRE...

Aug 24, 20221 hr 27 min

Asked and Answered: Don't ruin him

This week on Gentleman Villain with William Regal, Mr. Regal answers questions from fans about a variety of subjects including Mick Foley, Music, Nick Wayne, and all points in between. Included is of course many lessons for young wrestlers and advice for all of us. It's not your ordinary "Q and A" episode, this week, on Gentleman Villain. SPONSORS: ATHLETIC GREENS - It's time to reclaim your health and arm your immune system with convenient, daily nutrition! It's just one scoop in a cup of water...

Aug 11, 20221 hr 15 min

Becoming a Blue Blood with Jean-Paul and Bobby

On Today's episode of Gentleman Villain, Mr. Regal gets into the early years of The Blue Bloods and how they formed, among other subjects. Hear all about the initial version featuring a young Triple H as well as the almost immediate variation with Bobby Eaton. So many stories, so much fun, so much information. All this and much more on the latest episode of Gentleman Villain with William Regal! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Aug 04, 20222 hr 23 min

A Brief History of British Wrestling...and FIT

In what is sure to be one of many episodes on the subject, this week we begin to talk about Fit Finlay. In true Gentleman Villain form the episode takes a segue into the history of British Wrestling in the 80's where we learn about the similarities between the American territories at the time and the UK "territories" and the influence of World of Sport. Among the massive documentation and education we learn of when Mr. Regal first saw Fit Finlay, met FInlay, and wrestled Finlay. It is a true sto...

Jul 28, 20222 hr 18 min

"Use wrestling, don't let wrestling use you"

On this episode of Gentleman Villain, Mr. Regal begins to talk about what he thinks it takes to become a pro wrestler, and offers advice to wrestlers that is compelling listening for the wrestling fan. How to get started, developing character, and several other subjects are discussed at length on this very entertaining and educational episode of the gentleman villain with William Regal. SPONSORS: ATHLETIC GREENS - It's time to reclaim your health and arm your immune system with convenient, daily...

Jul 21, 20221 hr 22 min

Film Study: Regal vs. Cesaro

Today in gentleman villain we bring a unique concept in podcasting, the film study. The film study is a concept where Mr. Regal will break down a match, at some points move for move, to give a better understanding to the listener if the art and sport of professional wrestling. To get started, we debut Film Study this week with Regal vs. Cesaro from the Dec 25, 2013 of NXT in a match that turned out to be Mr. Regal’s last. It’s a fun, educational, and groundbreaking episode this week, on Gentlema...

Jul 14, 20222 hr 29 min

“Stheven……”

Join us this week as Mr. Regal offers his unique and extraordinary storytelling and wrestling advice centered loosely around his arrival in WCW in the early 90’s. Listen to Mr. Regal talk about his incredible first meeting with Dusty, leaving England, his first knowledge of USA based wrestling, why he listens to those he listens to, wrist lock advice, Paul Orndorff, and so much more this week on our longest and most in depth episode of Gentleman Villain Yet. SPONSORS: CARSHIELD - CarShield helps...

Jul 07, 20222 hr 40 min

“asked and answered: all you ever wanted to know but were afraid to ask.”

On this episode of Gentleman Villain, Mr. Regal answers listener questions on another installment of Asked & Answered! Topics include William vs. Steven, scouting talent, old women and handbags, Walter/Gunther, and much more! ZYN - America’s #1 nicotine pouch, is available in over 100,000 locations nationwide, meaning it’s never been easier to FIND YOUR ZYN! So head on over to ZYN.com/find CHILISLEEP - Head over to chilisleep.com/REGAL to learn more and save 30% off the purchase of any new C...

Jun 30, 20221 hr 18 min

“Keeping the strength of the job.”

On this episode of Gentleman Villain, William and Matt discuss the first NXT Takeover event from May 29, 2014 at Full Sail University! Topics include the talent roster, how big a deal Takeover was for NXT, Mr. Regal's role at the time on commentary, Sami Zayn vs. Tyler Breeze. Plus, Charlotte with Ric Flair in her corner vs. Natalya with Bret Hart in her corner for the vacant NXT Women's Title and Adrian Neville vs. Tyson Kidd for the NXT Title! ZYN - America’s #1 nicotine pouch, is available in...

Jun 23, 20222 hr 33 min

Asked and Answered: Tajiri, AEW/WWE, British comedians, and more!

On this episode of Gentleman Villain, Mr. Regal answers listener question on the very first installment of Asked & Answered! Topics include pairing with Tajiri, working for AEW vs. WWE, British comedians, dream program, and much more! ZYN - America’s #1 nicotine pouch, is available in over 100,000 locations nationwide, meaning it’s never been easier to FIND YOUR ZYN! So head on over to ZYN.com/find CHILISLEEP - Head over to chilisleep.com/REGAL to learn more and save 30% off the purchase of ...

Jun 16, 20221 hr 27 min

"Just sort yourself out"

“There’s all kinds of things going in life…If you just get a grip, and stop making excuses, just sort yourself out, just stop making excuses, and sometimes I need someone to tell me that.” Join Mr. Regal this week as he talks about “The Man’s Man period of his professional career, but more importantly the lessons he learned during that time as the man behind the character he was playing on TV learning some of the most pivotal lessons of his real life. Mr. Regal talks also about being pitched the...

Jun 09, 20221 hr 48 min

Gentleman Villain with William Regal COMING SOON!

The "Gentleman Villain" William Regal will be featured in what is sure to be one of the most talked about wrestling podcasts in the world. Regal, originally from Blackpool, England, will share stories of his teenage years, spent traveling the roads of his native United Kingdom, wrestling fellow wrestlers, as well as strangers from out of the crowd, as part of a touring carnival act. Regal & Thompson will also talk about his days traveling the world and winning championships in Europe, the Mi...

Mar 29, 20222 min
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