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In this unheard until now Pro Wrestling Stories interview, Matt Striker opens up about teaching, life in wrestling, tragedy, and more.

Matt Striker – Life in the Classroom, Squared Circle, and Beyond

Javier Ojst -
Rey Mysterio after winning the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 22.

Rey Mysterio – His Unplanned Championship in WWE

Aaron Young -
Rey Mysterio wasn't originally supposed to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship in 2006. We look back at how the events unfolded.
From Mickey Whipwreck, Steve Austin, Kevin Owens, and beyond, this is the neck-cracking history of the Stunner! [Photo artwork/design: Tim Buckler]

The Stunner: Its Neck-Cracking History From Steve Austin & Beyond

Tim Buckler -
From Mikey Whipwreck, Steve Austin, Kevin Owens, and beyond, this is the neck-cracking history of this beloved wrestling maneuver.

2001 Royal Rumble – A Match That Defines the Attitude Era

Aditya Modak -
"30 men. Every man for himself. One victor" It’s the 2001 Royal Rumble, a match that will one day define the Attitude Era!
Long before he became "Mr. Wonderful," Paul Orndorff was a burgeoning star across various sports.

Paul Orndorff – His Legendary Life Before Wrestling

Ron Matejko -
Years before WWF vignettes aired Mr. Perfect excelling at various sports, "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff was doing the same, only for real!
Ion Croitoru, a.k.a. Johnny K-9 and Bruiser Bedlam

Bruiser Bedlam – The Insane Crime Life of Wrestling’s Ion Croitoru

Javier Ojst -
The person Bruiser Bedlam portrayed was radically different from the man he was. This is the story of the crazy crime life of Ion Croitoru.
The Georgia Championship Wrestling (GCW) wrestling territory thrived with stars such as Jack and Jerry Brisco, "The Minnesota Wrecking Crew" Ole and Arn Anderson, El Mongol, The Masked Superstar, Abdullah the Butcher, promoter Jim Barnett, "Bullet" Bob Armstrong, Mr. Wrestling II, "The Fabulous Freebirds" Terry Gordy and Michael Hayes, "Wildfire" Tommy Rich, The Assassins, Seth Hansen, and a host of others.

Georgia Championship Wrestling | Wrestling Territories

Jim Phillips -
Georgia Championship Wrestling was a prolific wrestling territory. However, greed, backstabbing, and Vince McMahon would lead to its demise.
Del "The Patriot" Wilkes

Del “The Patriot” Wilkes Overcomes Struggles Before Death

JP Zarka -
From professional football, to wrestling, and developing a 200-pill-a-day addiction, this is the story of Del "The Patriot" Wilkes.
Frank Gotch advancing upon George Hackenschmidt in the rematch at Comiskey Park on September 4th, 1911.

Gotch vs. Hackenschmidt – The Original Wrestling Screwjob

Javier Ojst -
Gotch and Hackenschmidt garnered much fame in the early 1900s but ultimately would damage wrestling's credibility for years to come.
Legendary women's wrestler Vivian St. John had the

Vivian St. John – Her Final-Ever Interview

Christopher Annino -
Wrestler Vivian St. John had the "IT" factor: looks, athleticism, charisma, and more. We spoke with her before her sad passing in 2013.

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