The Wrestling Archives

By: Rich Sigwald and Tim Hackman
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  • Summary

  • Two nerdy librarians aim to preserve the art form that is Professional Wrestling by watching old shows and discussing their place in the lore. They also interview wrestlers and wrestling personalities to share their story and have conversations on topics relating to the pro wrestling community.
    Rich Sigwald and Tim Hackman
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Episodes
  • Episode 4 - Gaijin 2: Homecoming

    Episode 4 - Gaijin 2: Homecoming
    Feb 17 2025

    Tim and Rich pick up with one of the most infamous stories of anyone quitting a job in any business, not just wrestling. "It wasn't a truck....no comment." Then, we get back to where Stan Hansen is clearly comfort, in the Land of the Rising Sun, fighting former sumo and some of the most legendary professional wrestlers from the Pacific rim.

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    50 mins
  • Episode 3 - "A Fat Wife and Nine Kids"

    Episode 3 - "A Fat Wife and Nine Kids"
    Feb 10 2025

    Episode 3 finds us following The Lariat back to the states where Stan agrees work with the AWA where he immediately makes a huge mark, capturing their World Title and our hearts.
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    54 mins
  • Episode 2 - Gaijin!

    Episode 2 - Gaijin!
    Feb 3 2025

    Rich and Tim follow Stan Hansen to the early 80's where he's is cutting his teeth and really making a name for himself in Japan. We watch as Stan's popularity explodes with matches against Giant Baba, Hulk Hogan, Terry Funk, and Andre the Giant.

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    48 mins

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