David Shoemaker gives an update on the status of 'The Book of Wrestling: 25 Catchphrases that Explain the Attitude Era.'
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DX Fires the First Shot | 25 Catchphrases That Explain the Attitude Era
With WWE in the thick of a ratings war with the rival company WCW, D-Generation X decided to take to the battlefield by attempting an "invasion" when their foes were in a town nearby. David Shoemaker speaks with X-Pac and Road Dogg to get their first-hand perspective of the visit. Then he speaks with Trey Kerby and Chris Hero about an unlikely reason the ratings shifted on this night.
Host: David Shoemaker
Guests: Road Dogg, X-Pac, Trey Kerby, and Chris Hero
Producers: Brian H. Waters, Ben Cruz, Vikram Patel, Devon Renaldo, and Scott Somerville
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As God As My Witness (Part 2) | 25 Catchphrases That Explain the Attitude Era
After Jim Ross gave the call that was heard around the world, he had to regroup. Not only did Mankind and Undertaker decide to go back up on the cell, but they continued the match after ’Taker threw Mankind through the cage. David Shoemaker speaks with Jim Ross about how he was able to bounce back and speaks with Celtics play-by-play announcer Sean Grande, who is friends with both Ross and Mankind, a.k.a. Mick Foley.
Host: David Shoemaker
Guests: Jim Ross and Sean Grande
Producers: Brian H. Waters, Ben Cruz, Vikram Patel, and Scott Somerville
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As God Is My Witness | 25 Catchphrases That Explain the Attitude Era
It was the call heard around the wrestling world! On the night the Undertaker threw Mankind off the Hell in a Cell, Jim Ross made one of the most iconic calls in one of pro wrestling’s most memorable moments. David Shoemaker talks to Ross about his legendary call, which has been a soundtrack for many memes on the internet. He also speaks to Boston Celtics play-by-play announcer Sean Grande to get his take on this call not only from a professional perspective, but a fan’s as well.
Host: David Shoemaker
Guests: Jim Ross and Sean Grande
Producers: Brian H. Waters, Ben Cruz, Vikram Patel, and Scott Somerville
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Tyson Right Hand | 25 Catchphrases That Explain the Attitude Era
Mike Tyson’s redemption story is one for the ages—and so is WWE’s during the Monday Night Wars. Can you credit Mike Tyson for saving WWE? David Shoemaker speaks with boxing expert Andreas Hale about the Baddest Man on the Planet joining WWE during a tumultuous time, and how a bitten ear led to the pro wrestling event that changed WWE.
Host: David Shoemaker
Guests: Andreas Hale
Producers: Brian H. Waters, Ben Cruz, Vikram Patel, and Scott Somerville
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Based off of Bill Simmons' highly popular book, which evolved into a podcast, the “Book of” theme has established a brand that is known to fans. This theme focuses on the history of a sport and the people who have defined that history. The Attitude Era is one of the most celebrated in WWE history, and the catchphrases that helped define it live in the memory of every fan. This show looks to tell the stories behind those words and sounds that propelled wrestling to new heights. Each episode will focus on one catchphrase, with David Shoemaker serving as the host. He will set up the story, use audio to help bring the story to life, and talk to the people who either played a part in the creation of the catchphrase, or were there to witness its impact on the wrestling community.
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