The Mount Rushmore of Wrestling

The Mount Rushmore of Wrestling

Eric Nelson

Episodes 71
Avg. Duration 1h 42m
Activity Sporadic
Apple Rating 5.0 (6)
Since Apr 2024
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Weekly
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Episodic
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46%
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About This Podcast

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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Recent Episodes

061 The Mount Rushmore of Animals in Wrestling

Feb 20, 2026 1h 48m

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

Feb 07, 2026 1h 50m

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)

Dec 12, 2025 1h 8m

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)

Dec 11, 2025 1h 9m

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

Nov 27, 2025 2h 26m

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

Nov 13, 2025 1h 50m

(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

Oct 31, 2025 2h 10m

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

Oct 24, 2025 1h 50m

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

Oct 09, 2025 22m

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

Sep 25, 2025 1h 32m

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

Sep 13, 2025 2h 18m

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

Sep 05, 2025 1h 44m

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

Aug 29, 2025 1h 4m

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

Jul 03, 2025 1h 20m

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

Jun 27, 2025 1h 36m

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

Jun 19, 2025 43m

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

Jun 12, 2025 1h 41m

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

May 29, 2025 1h

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

May 22, 2025 44m

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

May 15, 2025 47m

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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