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Ever wondered who the true faces of professional wrestling are?
Join Eric Nelson and Nate Merz as they grapple with the ongoing wrestling debate: Who deserves a spot on the Mount Rushmore of Wrestling?
Each episode, these passionate fans, armed with research and unwavering opinions, will dissect the careers of wrestling legends and build their cases for the ultimate wrestling pantheon.
Prepare for fiery takes, deep dives into wrestling history, and guaranteed disagreements! This show is for die-hard wrestling fans who love a good debate--subscribe and join in the fun!
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061 The Mount Rushmore of Animals in Wrestling
This week on The Mount Rushmore of Wrestling, we went full Steve Irwin (too soon?) Marlon Perkins (too late?) National Geographic (too litigious?) wildlife documentary.From psychologically weaponized…
060 The Mount Rushmore of Wrestlers in Movies
When pro wrestling and Hollywood collide, the results can be… ugly. But when it works, it creates iconic characters, endlessly quotable lines, and moments that live forever in pop culture.In this…
059 The Mount Rushmore of John Cena (Part 2)
The Doctors of Podanomics are back to wrap up their convo on the Mount Rushmore of John Cena! What match did Eric try sneaking up the side of his mountain? How did Nate take the news? Which of Cena's…
058 The Mount Rushmore of John Cena (Part One)
His time is up, but our time is NOW! Time, that is, for Nate and Eric to discuss the Mount Rushmore of John Cena. Over his 23-year WWE career, yes, he's had his ups and downs in the ring--and with…
057 The Mount Rushmore of Tag Team Matches
Happy Thanksgiving! Your two favorite turkeys talk about the most amazing two on two matches--some might call tag team matches--in pro wrestling history. The context, the drama, the players, the…
056 The Mount Rushmore of Referees
(Don't forget to rate and review our show, wherever you get our show!)Ah, the pro wrestling referee. Often vilified, rarely vindicated, frequently blamed for not catching the heel wrestlers cheat...…
055 The Mount Rushmore of Scariest Wrestlers
Hello, boys and ghouls! (Not sure any ghouls listen to this show.) It's Halloween, so Eric tricked Nate into giving you listeners this treat: It's the Mount Rushmore of Scariest Wrestlers! But as…
054 The Mount Rushmore of Road Trip Buddies
Before first-class flights, before tour buses, and before chartered planes, professional wrestlers spent hours and hours traveling miles and miles on the road. What would it have been like to be a…
Brian R. Solomon Talks "Irresistible Force," Gorilla Monsoon
In this episode of The Mount Rushmore of Wrestling, Eric and Nate welcome author and wrestling historian Brian R. Solomon—former WWF Magazine and WWE.com writer, current journalist, and host of Shut…
053 The Mount Rushmore of Play-by-Play Announcers
Pro wrestling’s play-by-play announcers have shaped how we remember the biggest matches and wildest moments, turning our absurd fascination into lasting memories. From thunderous calls to smooth…
052 The Mount Rushmore of Underutilized Wrestlers
IMPORTANT NOTE: In this episode, I (Eric) was struggling to think of another way of saying a wrestler was being held down in terms of booking, and, like an idiot, I made a “put a knee on his neck”…
051 The Mount Rushmore of Our Personal Interactions
When you're a huge, dorky, nerdy wrestling fan like Nate and Eric, you often end up where the wrestlers are. In this episode, the guys remember their favorite interactions with professional wrestlers…
The Mount Rushmore of Our Summer Vacations
We're back! We're here, we're finally not too tired to record, and we're chatting about what we did during our eight-or-so-week hiatus this summer. What kept Nate and Eric busy? Who reached out…
050 The Mount Rushmore of Pyro
Get ready for a blazing conversation as this week's episode sparks an explosive debate: Who belongs on the Mount Rushmore of Pyro in pro wrestling? From fireballs to fireworks, we’re breaking down…
049 The Mount Rushmore of the King of the Ring
Not all heroes wear capes, not all kings wear crowns—and in pro wrestling, some don’t even want them. This week, Eric and Nate climb the royal mountain to name their Mount Rushmore of the King of the…
048 The Mount Rushmore of Wrestling Father Figures
In honor of Father's Day, Nate Merz takes the reins and dedicates an episode to the hardest working guys in the profession, Wrestling Father Figures. Who gave their "kids" the best opportunities? The…
047 The Mount Rushmore of Amateurs Who Turned Pro
Some of the most accomplished amateur wrestlers of all time never step into the pro wrestling ring. Some do, and it's not pretty. Some of the highest achieving professional wrestlers would be tied…
046 The Mount Rushmore of Wrestling Academics
It's the end of the school year! Besides burgers and bonfires, graduation parties and gift cards, there's no better way to celebrate than debating and deciding the Mount Rushmore of Wrestling…
Portland Wrestling: 100 Years of Excellence with Matthew Merz
You read that right: There's another Merz out there who loves professional wrestling! Matthew Merz (no relation) is a historian in the Portland wrestling scene, and he stopped by to talk to Nate Merz…
045 The Mount Rushmore of Sabu
Folks, it's a bummer when you hear that a wrestler you loved in your formative years (or your rebellious, blood 'n' guts-lovin' years) has passed away, and that was the feeling when we heard that…
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