Best Nick Gligor, Stephen Perlstein, Boardwalk Audio Podcasts (2025)

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95. Bobby Ramos AKA Dino Winwood Mike Awesome vs Spike Dudley for the ECW Championship at Guilty as Charged 2000 1:27:11

6+ y ago1:27:11

1:27:11

Our buddy Bobby Ramos AKA Dino Winwood is gonna bring us home with the last guest on the podcast. We’ll talk Mike Awesome vs. Spike Dudley, and find out for one last time… does Stephen love wrestling?Thanks for listening for all these episodes. We’ll miss you always.For full show notes, including links to watch matches, go to BoardwalkAudio.com/You…

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94. Matt Moeller - The Saga of Sting 1:34:37

6+ y ago1:34:37

1:34:37

It’s been a little bit. Let’s talk about the Saga of Sting with Matt Moeller. Matt tells us how he identified with sting because he was bullied a bit in high school by some douchebags that liked NWO. Plus, Nick does weird demon ASMR. And Stephen and Nick trade The Police puns. We know it’s been a long time, but we can’t stand losing you, so here’s …

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93. Brian Rubinow - The Unprecedented “You Should HATE Wrestling” Special 1:18:12

7+ y ago1:18:12

1:18:12

IT’S FINALLY HAPPENING. After nearly 100 episodes, Stephen finally gets his day in the sun where he has carte blanche to bring in a fellow hater, all in an effort to try to convince Nick and the YLSW Universe that “You Should HATE Wrestling”! To do this, he enlists the help of writer, comedian and former-fan-turned-hater Brian Rubinow (Fat Wolf Com…

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92. David Steiman - "They Live" (1988) 1:43:53

7+ y ago1:43:53

1:43:53

David Steiman (director of Santa’s Slay starring Bill Goldberg) comes back to lend his filmmaking expertise in a discussion of John Carpenter's 1988 cult classic "They Live" staring Rowdy Roddy Piper. David surprised and delights the boys with his head to toe Rowdy Roddy Piper costume he wore to the recording. And the crew breaks down the cult stat…

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91. Mike Rose - You Should Love “Rowdy” Roddy Piper 1:24:40

7+ y ago1:24:40

1:24:40

This week, the boys welcome writer and performer Mike Rose (Daughters of Triton, Sketch That Tune) to the show to take a look back at the legendary career of “Rowdy” Roddy Piper! Stephen gets a full dose of the Hot Rod as topics include the Rowdy One’s early days in Canada, famous Piper’s Pit segments, his quotable quotes, the fight scene from They…

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90. Ben Parks - Karl Malone & Diamond Dallas Page vs. Dennis Rodman & Hulk Hogan at WCW Bash at the Beach 1998 1:13:28

7+ y ago1:13:28

1:13:28

This week, the boys welcome actor and brand new father Ben Parks (Funny Or Die, Fat Guys in the Woods) to the show to talk all about the 1998 WCW storylines featuring NBA superstars Karl Malone and Dennis Rodman, including their rather disappointing multi-man match at Bash at the Beach 98. Also, discussions about pro athletes in wrestling, crossove…

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89. Erika Curry - Becoming The Great One: from Rocky Maivia to The Rock 1:26:22

7+ y ago1:26:22

1:26:22

This week, the boys welcome actor, writer and producer Erika Curry (The Scramble, Jakked Wrestling Comedy) to the show to talk all about the “Blue Chipper” Rocky Maivia’s early career and the steps he took to transform into the “Great One”, mega legendary Superstar The Rock! Also, Erika discusses her relatively new dive into the world of wrestling …

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88. Stephen Loh - Rob Van Dam vs. Jerry Lynn at ECW Hardcore Heaven 1999 1:35:38

7+ y ago1:35:38

1:35:38

In this week’s episode, the boys welcome writer and performer Stephen Loh (Dr. America, The CBS Diversity Showcase) to the show to discuss his favorite match of all time: the excellent ECW World Television Championship match between Rob Van Dam and Jerry Lynn at ECW Hardcore Heaven 1999. This also leads to a discussion about how Lynn seems to be fa…

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87. Nick Pettigrew - WeeLC: El Torito vs Hornswoggle at WWE Extreme Rules 2014 1:27:59

7+ y ago1:27:59

1:27:59

This week, the boys welcome actor, writer and comedian Nick Pettigrew (Hooch @ Nerdist) to talk all about a match that Nick Gligor has wanted to show Stephen for a while now: the famous 2014 gimmick match and spotfest known as WeeLC - aka the completely miniaturized version of a TLC match that pitted 3MB’s pal Hornswoggle against Los Matadores’ bul…

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86. Sean Spencer - Kazuchika Okada vs Kenny Omega II at NJPW Dominion 6.11 for the IWGP Heavyweight Championship 1:17:55

7+ y ago1:17:55

1:17:55

This week, the boys welcome writer and producer Sean Spencer (“The 5th Quarter” on go90, Haymaker) to the show to talk all about the colossal sequel match-up between Kazuchika Okada and Kenny Omega - once again for the IWGP Heavyweight Championship and this time emanating from NJPW’s Dominion 6.11 event in Osaka, Japan. And, everyone finds out that…

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85. Dan Black - John Cena vs AJ Styles for the WWE Championship at Royal Rumble 2017 1:16:44

7+ y ago1:16:44

1:16:44

In this week’s episode, returning guest Dan Black (Comedians of Wrestling Podcast, Adam Ruins Everything) shows up in his best officially licensed Roman Reigns vest to talk all about John Cena and AJ Style’s highly praised WWE Championship match from the 2017 Royal Rumble. Also, everyone takes a look back at AJ Style's phenomenal WWE debut one year…

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84. Mike Carlson - Sami Zayn vs Neville for the NXT Championship at NXT TakeOver: R Evolution 1:32:01

7+ y ago1:32:01

1:32:01

This week, actor and comedian Mike Carlson (Podcast the Ride (coming soon!), Tournament of Nerds @ UCB) stops by the show to talk about the 2014 Career vs Title match that pitted friends Sami Zayn and Adrian Neville against each other for the NXT Championship at the highly acclaimed NXT TakeOver: R Evolution special. Also, everyone discusses the bo…

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83. Jesse Klein II - TLC II: Edge & Christian vs The Hardy Boyz vs The Dudley Boyz 1:36:00

7+ y ago1:36:00

1:36:00

Jesse Klein takes a break from his endless quest to find the meaning of jazz to try to convince Stephen to love wrestling with the match that’s meant to steal the show, TLC II: Edge & Christian vs The Hardy Boyz vs The Dudley Boyz from WrestleMania X-Seven. Jesse points out all the great set up being done in this match how it’s true team work the w…

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82. Requestlemania V: The Requestening! 1:06:50

8y ago1:06:50

1:06:50

The time has come once again for the grandaddy of ‘em all: IT’S REQUESTLEMANIA V: THE REQUESTENING! Just as they did in previous editions, Nick and Stephen watch and discuss matches submitted by you, the fans! Topics in this episode include the break-up and feud between Enzo and Cass, the WWE World Championship match between Roman Reigns and Sheamu…

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81. Leroy Patterson Returns - Ultimate Warrior, Freakshow Wrestling, and the Debut of Ring Crew Guy 1:31:56

8y ago1:31:56

1:31:56

Leroy Patterson returns, and dives right in to the pile of thumbtacks that is Stephen’s opinions. First we watch Leroy’s wrestling debut, Leroy (RCG) vs Vic Grimes at XPW. Then we watch back to back clips of The Ultimate Warrior kicking ass, first demolishing The Honky Tonk Man, then totally no-selling The Pedigree. And, we finish the clips with a …

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80. Adam McCabe - The One with La Parka 1:39:34

8y ago1:39:34

1:39:34

This week, the boys welcome writer, comedian and old pal Adam McCabe (Bangarang @ UCB, Detective Detective Detective) to the show to examine an individual that proves to be a truly confounding enigma for Stephen: the luchador enmascarado La Parka. From his over-the-top ring entrance set to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” to getting squashed by Goldber…

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79. Ben Rodgers - Tommy Dreamer vs. Brian Lee in a Scaffold Match at ECW High Incident 1996 + Crazy ECW Moments 1:19:13

8y ago1:19:13

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In this week’s episode, Nick and Stephen welcome writer and actor Ben Rodgers (Workaholics, Action Boyz, Hollywood Masterclass) to the show to talk about ECW, with the main highlight being the absolutely bonkers Scaffold Match between Tommy Dreamer and Brian Lee from ECW High Incident 1996. Plus, Stephen gets a sampling of other key crazy ECW momen…

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78. Jesse Esparza - The Legacy of Trish Stratus 1:16:45

8y ago1:16:45

1:16:45

This week, Nick and Stephen welcome actor and writer Jesse Esparza (Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, Extra Extra) to the show to talk all about his favorite wrestler: Trish Stratus! Everyone takes a detailed look at Trish’s career including clips of her debut, some of her best matches, the hurdles she had to overcome (including the “We want Puppie…

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77. Greg David Jones - Infamous Incidents In The Downfall of WCW 1:30:03

8y ago1:30:03

1:30:03

In this week’s episode, Nick and Stephen are joined by guest Greg David Jones (Tournament of Nerds, Comedy Bang Bang, Funny Or Die) to discuss many of the “Infamous Incidents” - including the Fingerpoke of Doom - that led to the decline and eventual downfall of WCW. Also, everyone discusses Goldberg, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Vince Russo, Hulk Hogan,…

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76. Eric Moneypenny - The Flair/Murdoch/DiBiase Angle & Double Turn from Mid-South Wrestling (1985) 1:33:03

8y ago1:33:03

1:33:03

Nick and Stephen’s old pal Eric Moneypenny (The Eric Andre Show, The Midnight Show, AOK) joins as a guest to examine an all-time great angle from 1985 Mid-South Wrestling that culminated in the double turn of both Dick Murdoch and Ted DiBiase; a story that also weaved Ric Flair, Butch Reed, Dick Slater and many others into its crosshairs. Also, Eri…

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75. Brian James O’Connell - The Rivalry between the Garvins and The Midnight Express 1:52:17

8y ago1:52:17

1:52:17

Brian James O’Connell (Bloodsucking Bastards, Dr. God, The Pack Theater) comes on the show to discuss the rivalry between the Garvins and The Midnight Express, A feud very near and dear to his heart that spanned over a number of years throughout many of the Southern wrestling territories. Then, everyone talks about the roles that nostalgia and myth…

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74. Lindsay Stidham - The Power of “Twin Magic” in WWE 1:18:31

8y ago1:18:31

1:18:31

Lindsay Stidham (Welcome to the Clambake, Play Nice) joins the show to talk all about the power of “Twin Magic” in wrestling by examining clips of the Bella Twins, The Usos and more. Also, Lindsay explains her experiences as a fairly new fan to wrestling, including her first event at PWG. Then, Nick tries to sell Stephen on PWG and the wonderfully …

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73. Jon Allen - Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat vs. “Macho Man” Randy Savage from WrestleMania III 1:08:01

8y ago1:08:01

1:08:01

In this week’s episode, the boys welcome actor, comedian and pro wrestling manager Jon Allen (Freakshow Wrestling, Playstation’s “Pain”) to the show to discuss one of the greatest matches of all time: the WrestleMania III bout between Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat and “Macho Man” Randy Savage, which ends up threading together many previous matches a…

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72. Katie Willert - GLOW: The Story of the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling (2012 Documentary) 1:16:25

8y ago1:16:25

1:16:25

In anticipation of Netflix’s upcoming scripted series GLOW, this week Nick and Stephen welcome Katie Willert (After Hours on Cracked.com, E! Network) to the show to discuss the 2012 documentary ”GLOW: The Story of the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling" and examine the now defunct, all female 80s wrestling show. Also, everyone talks about where many of t…

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71. Joe Porter - The Undertaker's Obsession with Stephanie McMahon! 1:23:48

8y ago1:23:48

1:23:48

In this week’s episode, the boys welcome Joseph Porter (Conan, Ugly Betty, Quick and Funny Musicals) to the show to talk all about The Undertaker’s obsession with Stephanie McMahon, and the insane segments that came out of it including instances of sacrifices, an over-the-top kidnapping, a dark wedding and more. Also, Joe reveals how he tried to go…

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Nick Gligor, Stephen Perlstein, Boardwalk Audio Podcasts

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Nick Gligor, Stephen Perlstein, Boardwalk Audio

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95. Bobby Ramos AKA Dino Winwood Mike Awesome vs Spike Dudley for the ECW Championship at Guilty as Charged 2000 1:27:11

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94. Matt Moeller - The Saga of Sting 1:34:37

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93. Brian Rubinow - The Unprecedented “You Should HATE Wrestling” Special 1:18:12

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92. David Steiman - "They Live" (1988) 1:43:53

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91. Mike Rose - You Should Love “Rowdy” Roddy Piper 1:24:40

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90. Ben Parks - Karl Malone & Diamond Dallas Page vs. Dennis Rodman & Hulk Hogan at WCW Bash at the Beach 1998 1:13:28

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89. Erika Curry - Becoming The Great One: from Rocky Maivia to The Rock 1:26:22

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88. Stephen Loh - Rob Van Dam vs. Jerry Lynn at ECW Hardcore Heaven 1999 1:35:38

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87. Nick Pettigrew - WeeLC: El Torito vs Hornswoggle at WWE Extreme Rules 2014 1:27:59

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86. Sean Spencer - Kazuchika Okada vs Kenny Omega II at NJPW Dominion 6.11 for the IWGP Heavyweight Championship 1:17:55

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85. Dan Black - John Cena vs AJ Styles for the WWE Championship at Royal Rumble 2017 1:16:44

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84. Mike Carlson - Sami Zayn vs Neville for the NXT Championship at NXT TakeOver: R Evolution 1:32:01

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83. Jesse Klein II - TLC II: Edge & Christian vs The Hardy Boyz vs The Dudley Boyz 1:36:00

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82. Requestlemania V: The Requestening! 1:06:50

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81. Leroy Patterson Returns - Ultimate Warrior, Freakshow Wrestling, and the Debut of Ring Crew Guy 1:31:56

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80. Adam McCabe - The One with La Parka 1:39:34

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79. Ben Rodgers - Tommy Dreamer vs. Brian Lee in a Scaffold Match at ECW High Incident 1996 + Crazy ECW Moments 1:19:13

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78. Jesse Esparza - The Legacy of Trish Stratus 1:16:45

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77. Greg David Jones - Infamous Incidents In The Downfall of WCW 1:30:03

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76. Eric Moneypenny - The Flair/Murdoch/DiBiase Angle & Double Turn from Mid-South Wrestling (1985) 1:33:03

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75. Brian James O’Connell - The Rivalry between the Garvins and The Midnight Express 1:52:17

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74. Lindsay Stidham - The Power of “Twin Magic” in WWE 1:18:31

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73. Jon Allen - Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat vs. “Macho Man” Randy Savage from WrestleMania III 1:08:01

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72. Katie Willert - GLOW: The Story of the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling (2012 Documentary) 1:16:25

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71. Joe Porter - The Undertaker's Obsession with Stephanie McMahon! 1:23:48

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