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Javier Ojst

101 Postshttps://www.thelogbook.com/popcultureretrorama/author/javierojst/
Javier Ojst is an old-school wrestling enthusiast currently residing in El Salvador. He's been a frequent guest on several podcasts and has a few bylines on TheLogBook.com, where he shares stories of pop culture and retro-related awesomeness. He has also been published on Slam Wrestling and in G-FAN Magazine. He can be contacted by e-mail at jojst1@gmail.com.
Vince McMahon, here seen with his wife Linda, faced charges on July 23, 1994.

The WWE Scandal That Rocked The Tabloids in 1992

by Javier Ojst

This WWE scandal rocked the news in 1992. Vince McMahon was under fire, and it was on TV for the world to see.

Wrestlers misbehaving is nothing new, and there have been many outlandish wrestling arrests you may not be aware of outside the ring!

Wrestling Arrests You May Not Be Aware Of!

by Javier Ojst

Wrestlers misbehaving is nothing new, and there have been many outlandish wrestling arrests you may not be aware of outside the ring!

Despite the incredible curiosity surrounding the fight between Muhammad Ali and Antonio Inoki in the Budokan Hall, viewers were mostly left confounded.

Muhammad Ali and Antonio Inoki Bizarre Encounter in Japan

by Javier Ojst

In 1976, a bizarre encounter between boxer Muhammad Ali and Antonio Inoki became the talk of the sports world.

JJ Maguire, credited with over 100 wrestling music entrance theme songs in the WWF and WCW in the 1980s and '90s.

JJ Maguire – 1980s and ’90s Wrestling Theme Song Master

by Javier Ojst

Meet JJ Maguire, credited with over 100 wrestling entrance theme songs of your favorite WWE and WCW stars of the 1980s and ’90s!

Antonino Rocca rides on the shoulders of fans after police break up the riot around the ring at Madison Square Garden on November 19, 1957.

1957 MSG Riot – When Wrestling in New York Went Awry!

by Javier Ojst

In 1957, Madison Square Garden was a stir with violence from fans, wrestlers, and police. It almost led to the ban of wrestling in New…

Lingerie-clad cheerleaders greet viewers in the opening montage in the AWA Team Challenge Series!

AWA Team Challenge Series – Why It Failed Miserably

by Javier Ojst

To counter the growing dominance of the WWF, AWA had to do something different. Thus, the AWA Team Challenge Series was born.

Dick Murdoch over the years.

Dick Murdoch – Always Controversial, Always Himself

by Javier Ojst

Dick Murdoch was always ready for action in (and out) of the ring. But has his suspected ties outside of wrestling tarnished his legacy?

From a fan attending The Undertaker's first wedding in 1992 to encounters with friendly heels such as Yokozuna, here are 50 of the best stories of fans meeting wrestlers!

50 Greatest Fans Meeting Wrestlers Stories

by Javier Ojst

From a fan attending Undertaker’s first wedding to encounters with friendly heels, here are 50 of the best stories of fans meeting wrestlers!

With decades of ring experience, Sabu is a game-changer and a legend of the ring.

Sabu – Hardcore Wrestlers Feel Pain, Too

by Javier Ojst

Sabu bares his heart about his uncle (The Original Sheik), Ric Flair, Vince McMahon, and the death of his girlfriend, Melissa Coates.

The ever-formidable yet wonderful Luna Vachon over the years.

Luna Vachon – A Force in the Ring with an Unfortunate End

by Javier Ojst

With her imposing presence, Luna Vachon was a force to be reckoned with. This is the unfortunate story of her rise and tragic fall.

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