The Bob Culture Podcast

Wrestlemania 36 Predictions

"When the Undertaker himself handpicks you to be his Wrestlemania opponent, that speaks volumes.  I remember he compared Styles to Shawn Michaels. That's some of the highest praise you can get.  They will know how to work this match.  They will make it great. They will keep it slow when they have to. They will pick it up when they have to.  This will give people something to smile about right now in these tough times." - Michael Vacchiano

 

It's Wrestlemania season, so I've assembled the BCP mega-faction including the Editor-in-Chief of ThePopBreak.com, Bill Bodkin, the Enforcer Matt Widdis, and the returning Michael Vacchianno to talk all things Wrestlemania 36.  Tune in as we run down the entire card and make some bold predictions!! Featuring music from our pals in It Lives, It Breathes!!

 

 

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BCP Watch Along 2: Gargano vs. Cole TakeOver NY

In our second watch along, the goodest brother Kriss Nunez takes the helm and pours his (rebel) heart into this one.  Join us for one of our favorite and most inspiring matches from NXT TakeOver history as Nunez takes us through what it was like being in the Barclays Center that very night.  He also shares how Johnny has inspired him in his everyday life.   Tune in for this can't miss episode!!  

(WWE Network - TakeOver NY - Start Time 2:25:00 )  

 

 

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BCP Watch Along: Rey Mysterio Vs. Kurt Angle vs. Randy Orton Wrestlemania 22

For our first ever watch along episode, the goodest brother Kriss Nunez and I watch one of my all time favorite wrestling moments.   This would of course be when my all time fave Rey Mysterio would finally capture the World Heavyweight Championship at Wrestlemania 22.   Cue up your network to Mania 22 at 2:46:44 (POD performs "Booyakah 619" at Wrestlemania) and tune in!! 

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AEW, RAW, NXT, Mania Thoughts and more!!

"I thought AEW did a phenomenal job presenting the show they always present.  They presented a full AEW show.  They went all out.  It kind of reminded me of what Dropkick Murphys did on St. Patrick's Day.  They performed to five people in a black box studio.  And they played like they were playing in front of a sold out arena in Boston on St. Patrick's Day. They played with all their heart and all their soul.  And that's what AEW did"  - Bill Bodkin

 

After a crazy week, the good brothers Bill Bodkin (ThePopBreak.com) and the debuting JP Mayer join the show to talk about this past week in the world of wrestling.   With limited options many companies gave us the best form of entertainment they possibly could during these uncertain times.  The boys and I focus on the positives while still leaving some room for constructive criticism.    Tune in to find out our take on Mania, Raw, AEW, NXT and more!!

 

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Shawn Donavan Interview

"When I talk to young talent, I always tell them it's about the journey, it's not about the destination.  If you're meant to get to a destination like a large company - like a WWE, ROH, or Impact  - you'll get there.   Don't stress over it.  Just enjoy the ride." - Shawn Donavan  

 

 

The good brother Kriss Nunez and I had the absolute honor of chatting with the very well spoken Stand Alone Wrestling Heavyweight Champion and Wrestlepro Silver Champion Mr. Shawn Donavan.    The champ talks about his influences, his in ring philosophy, and teaching young up and comers.  Tune in for this very conversational interview from the very cultured Mr. Donavan and catch him in action at Stand Alone Wrestling's "The Lines We Cross" March 21st in Lacey Township, NJ and in Rahway, NJ for Wrestlepro's "Whatever" March 28th.  

 

 

Photo Courtesy of Shawn Donavan 

 

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Elimination Chamber Picks 2020

"Heavy Machinery looked great in that Gauntlet Match. They weren't just blue collar solid - they were blue collar awesome.  Dudes brought their working boots and brought something special to this.  And that's why I'm gonna say Heavy Machinery is gonna take the titles."  - Bill Bodkin  

 

It's a last minute Elimination Chamber predictions show with ThePopBreak.com 's Editor in Chief himself, Mr. Bill Bodkin.  We talk about the crazy road to Wrestlemania thus far and cover some other topics in the world of professional wrestling.   Bill even shares his unique multi- company Matt Hardy and Dark Order theory exclusively on this episode.  Tune in for picks and tunes from It Lives, It Breathes.

 

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Indy Promoter Tommy Fierro

"Don't let anyone tell you no.  Don't let anyone tell you, you can't do something.  Cause if you want something bad enough, you're capable of anything.  But just remember you have to believe in your heart that you can do it."  - Tommy Fierro 

Had a nice chat on the podcast with veteran Indy promoter, founder of the new Retro Championship Wrestling promotion, and known for his infamous 80s Wrestling Cons, with 80's Wrestling Con 3 returning to Iplay America in Freehold, NJ on April 18th - Mr. Tommy Fierro !! Tune in!! 

Retro Rumble at The Totowa PAL Tickets: https://bit.ly/3c9uYA0
80s Wrestling Con Tickets: https://bit.ly/2PouhZS

Follow Tommy @80sWrestling_

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Ring Announcer & Commentator, Risa Pappas

"It's just like anything else.   I used to be an adjunct professor and I would tell people at the end of the semester three things:  Show Up.  Number two, Show up on time. And three.  Give a damn. Really actually care. Nothing ever got done by people who could take or leave something" - Risa Pappas 

Making her way to the podcast, from promotions Women Superstars United,      ,  Super Krazee Wrestling, and Modern Vintage, we're stoked to welcome Indy Ring Announcer and Commentator Risa Pappas to the show.   Risa shares her take on the current state of the indys along with her thoughts on the current television promotions.  Tune in for some great advice and find out what it takes to get behind the microphone and be a storyteller in this crazy business! 

Follow Risa:  @RisaPappas

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AEW's Kris Statlander Interview

"I just want to kind of change things in a positive way.  I never really was like - I wanna go win this major title, that's my big goal.  I just want to wrestle to the best of my ability and make wrestling more fun.  I want to bring joy back to wrestling."  - Kris Statlander 

 

 

Stoked to share our out of this world interview with one of the best wrestlers in the galaxy right now, AEW's Miss Kris Statlander.  This was a super fun and refreshing interview as Kris kept it very real, and at the same time had fun keeping us on our toes!  Kris talks about bringing joy back to wrestling, her dog Dino, and shares some advice for up and comers.   Tune in for a really fun interview with one of the most charismatic and talented competitors in the universe!!   

 

 

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Co-host: Kriss Nunez 

 

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Anthony Bowens Interview

"For a stretch maybe about a year ago, I was wrestling too much with the purpose of getting signed. It made things not very fun for me.   I got into this cause I love wrestling and it's fun.  It's an outlet for me to express myself.  I had to get back to the grassroots of - I love pro wrestling and I'm doing this because I want to do it.  Not because I'm trying to strive to get this thing.  So as long as I'm wrestling and I'm living off of it, then I'm happy. And I'm working towards that right now and I'm very excited for 2020."  - Anthony Bowens 

 

We were pretty stoked to chat with the WrestlePro Gold Champion, actor ,model, and role model Mr. Anthony Bowens over the weekend before his main event triple threat title match in Rahway, NJ.  Mr. Bowens talks about his start in the business,  his goals, and what it means for him to be a role model outside of the ring in the LGBTQ community.   And yes, Anthony Bowens is STILL your Wrestlepro Gold Champion.  Tune in for this very genuine and inspiring interview! 

 

Follow Anthony at @Bowens_Official

 

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