Best Scraping The Bottom Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 28: Jumping Into Mongo's Chili 54:35

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It's Zeroes of Wrestling with special guest Alex Sharkey, YAAAAAY! Otherwise known as Captain Idol or idoliside, Sharkey has been doing his own online chronological wrestling history lesson, which is a partial inspiration for ZOW in the first place. Our heroes together face the lowest-rated matches from Slamboree 97, King of the Ring 97, Great Amer…

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334. Phoning it in 1:59:10

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This week Dan and Chris discuss the Doctor Who/Disney+ split, Amazon ordering a new sitcom from Brett Goldstein and ITV possibly being sold to Sky. Plus we review the new Sally Wainwright drama Riot Women.

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Episode 27: Pre-Crisis Ryback 48:21

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Gavin's friend Dan Mullooly stops by as ZOW continues through 1997. This time around, it's all about the lowest-rated matches from WrestleMania 13, Spring Stampede 97, ECW Barely Legal, In Your House 14: Revenge of the Taker, and In Your House 15: Cold Day in Hell. Yes, ECW has finally entered the chat, and it's a doozy. Together, the two discuss s…

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Episode 43 - September Painting Showcase 1:40:10

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Tangents! Then we go through all the entries for the painting showcase from last month. What we have been doing in Shatterpoint recently and the upcoming teams event and CANCON!

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Episode 26: Mongolian Chop Part 2: The Heretic 49:07

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FAK! You want to play 21? Well, this week, Gavin's going into the danger zone by sending for the man. And by that, I mean Maffew Gregg of Botchamania. JEEZUS! Together, they go through the worst-rated matches from such shows as Royal Rumble 97, Souled Out 97, In Your House 13: Final Four, SuperBrawl VII, and Uncensored 97. Topics include whether or…

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333. Bubble Magician 2:19:43

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This week Dan and Chris discuss some recent TV news, including the possible return of The Inbetweeners, the departure of Strictly Come Dancings presenting team, the Stranger Things finale going to cinemas and Warner Brothers offically taking offers for sale. Plus we review Stick and Nine Bodies In A Mexican Morgue.…

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Episode 25: The Slim Jim Pimp 44:52

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To celebrate 25 episodes, Gavin has convinced Brighid Kivlehan to be a guest on his show. This is six years after Gavin convinced Brighid to marry him. The husband and wife duo shares a microphone (so sorry about the lack of volume) and talk up the lowest-rated matches from Halloween Havoc 96, Survivor Series 96, World War 3 96, In Your House 12: I…

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Episode 24: A Very Booty Birthday Party 51:05

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Kevin Ford, the guy behind CHIKARA Special, stops by to help with five very fun matches that are low on the totem pole for their respective PPVs. For this episode, the shows in question are Hog Wild 96, SummerSlam 96, Fall Brawl 96, In Your House 10: Mind Games, and In Your House 11: Buried Alive. Two of the matches here are genuinely good! Gavin a…

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The MOAB Throne Room 1:56:59

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We cover Red Mando 1's victory at the MOAB GT, his list, his strategies and his approach to dealing with Cassian. We also look at Empire for Doctrine of the Dyad.

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332. Scraping The Bottom Of The News Barrel 2:16:44

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This week Dan and Chris try to discuss TV news, but we discover there really wasn't much going on. We talk about the Simpsons Movie getting a sequel, Dexter Ressurection being renewed and Hulu replacing Star internationally on Disney+. Plus we review Marvel Zombies and Wayward.

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Episode 23: Cloudy with a Chance of Meat Brawls 29:11

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Imagine actually wanting to be on this show. That's the case for this week's volunteer guest Genericide, who is also the first ZOW guest from across the pond. He and Gavin go through the worst-rated matches from In Your House 8: Beware of Dog, Great American Bash 96, King of the Ring 96, Bash at the Beach 96, and In Your House 9: International Inci…

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Episode 22: Hulkamaniacs and Dinosaurs 56:08

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22?! Oh, man! This week, Gavin's guest is prolific podcaster and former Bob Saget flunky Joe Sposto. Only together can they withstand the worst matches from In Your House 6: Rage in the Cage, Uncensored 96, WrestleMania XII, In Your House 7: Good Friends, Better Enemies, and Slamboree 96. Fun fact, one of these shows includes the lowest-rated Ultim…

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331. Please sir, can I have some free speech sir? 2:26:48

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This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent TV news which unfortunately means discussing politics... a lot. So yeah, we talk about the Jimmy Kimmel situation, Apple pulling a show to avoid stoking tension, how Warner Brothers became the bell of the ball, The Muppet Show returning for the 50th anniversary and Catfish The TV Show being cancelled.…

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Episode 41 - August Painting Showcase 2:00:19

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We go over a few games we played, but then crack into the feedback for the August Painting Showcase. Also Red Mando 1 had a life day!

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Episode 21: Alcatraz Halftime Show 47:33

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There are two WWF PPVs and two WCW PPVs in this week's episode, but there's a unique show mixed in there that's such an undertaking that Gavin needs to call on someone he can trust to handle it. Vinny Murphy (Rock Nerd Radio Show) returns to ZOW to help discuss the worst matches from In Your House 5: Season's Beatings, Starrcade 95, CWA Bodyguards …

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Episode 20: The Fat Boys Crushin' 54:17

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Hulk Hogan and The Giant are about to do battle in a sumo monster truck match and Gavin needs help talking about it. He doesn't need a partner. He doesn't need a friend. He needs his older BRAH-ther! Geremy Jasper (director of O'Dessa, now on Hulu!) steps into the ring as he and Gavin discuss the lowest-rated matches from In Your House 3: Triple He…

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Episode 40 - Doctrine of the Dyad 1:39:22

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We intro a new short lived segment - Doctrine of the Dyad. We pick 2 boxes each to make a decent strike team for a faction. This episode we look at Republic and Separatists.

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330. I've ranted about so many things I don't know if I've contradicted myself 2:20:48

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This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent TV news including casting for the Scrubs reboot, chaos over at Amazon for Mr and Mrs Smith, the Wednesday ratings and the strange release model, Doctor Who's future and why they cancelled Dexter Original Sin. Plus we review The Office spin off The Paper and new Netflix animated comedy, Long Story Shor…

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Episode 19: Kamala Never Smelled Anything Like This 46:59

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It's another episode based around bringing in someone who doesn't watch wrestling and making them watch some weird and bad wrestling. This time the guest is Gavin's shoot job coworker Peter McNamara, who was admittedly very nervous when recording. Gavin dooms Peter by having him watch the roughest matches from King of the Ring 95, Bash at the Beach…

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Episode 18: I Know Karate, Voodoo Too 58:08

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Hey, look! RD Reynolds from WrestleCrap is here! I know, right? Makes sense, though. If you're going to talk about the worst matches from each PPV, might as well bring in an expert. Their targets this time around are the bottom of the barrel from Uncensored 95, WrestleMania XI, In Your House, Slamboree 95, and Great American Bash 95. Topics include…

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329. Breaking Bad Retrospective (Season Four) 1:52:26

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This week Dan and Chris take another break from their normal structure to continue our season by season retrospective of Breaking Bad. Is this show as good as history remembers it? Does it hold up to it's reputation? Let's discuss!

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Episode 39 - I'm Still Sick Boss 2:14:36

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A little bit of a discussion on Delta and if they are a problem. We then go through the long overdue painting showcase feedback from July.

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Episode 17: Judas Cheesecake 1:01:55

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Gavin's annoying, loud, nasally voice contrasts with the smooth, ASMR style of Chris Eckert. The plan was to discuss the lowest-rated matches from AAA When Worlds Collide, Survivor Series 94, Starrcade 94, Royal Rumble 95, and SuperBrawl 5. Too bad a technical error caused a lack of recording, so enjoy Gavin starting things off hot and really, real…

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Episode 16: The Three Stooges Paradox 1:05:58

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From the files of Police Squad! This week, Gavin is helped out by his ever-enthusiastic buddy David Burszan. They power through the mid-90s discussing the worst hits from King of the Ring 94, Bash at the Beach 94, SummerSlam 94, Fall Brawl 94, and Halloween Havoc 94. Topics include Duckman, drag queens sitting with Muhammad Ali, and Art Donovan's c…

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Episode 15: Yokozuna Has a Posse 1:03:45

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There's not a word yet for old friends who just met. Gavin finally gets around to talking to musician and renaissance man James Howard, a guy he's known online since 1997. Go figure. The two go through the gauntlet of the lowest-rated matches of Royal Rumble 94, SuperBrawl 4, WrestleMania X, Spring Stampede 94, and Slamboree 94. Things start out go…

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328. We Keep Wandering Into Depressing Territory 2:30:48

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This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent TV news including all the reasons Dan hates Disney, the future of WWE on ESPN, Hulu being phased out and some renewals and cancellations. Plus we discuss the trailer for The Paper and review Department Q and Murderbot. We also discuss Dexter Ressurection, the King of the Hill revival and Happy Gilmore…

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Episode 14: Clowns Will Do That to You 42:39

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Gavin hangs out with his old improv buddy Caitlin Coleman, who keeps referring to Missy Hyatt as "Misty," but Gavin doesn't have it in him to correct her. Their fodder this time around is the worst matches from Fall Brawl 93, Halloween Havoc 93, BattleBowl, Survivor Series 93, and Starrcade 93. Caitlin knows very, very little about wrestling and ha…

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Episode 38 - Boss, Biff and Stardust 2:56:36

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We go through our thoughts on Boss, Riff and Jyn alongside discussing the D3 D3ath Star event. (it is totally Biff Tannen)

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Episode 13: The King Kong Bundy Game 41:04

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Note: There are zero matches in this episode that involve King Kong Bundy. Gavin's guest this time around is his good buddy Bob Chamberlain, who blesses the show with his chill, soothing voice. They discuss the worst matches from WrestleMania IX, Slamboree 93, King of the Ring, Beach Blast 93, and SummerSlam 93. It's bad enough that they have to wa…

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ZOW Special 1: Hogan's Zeroes 54:31

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Golly, it's an extra episode! Iconic top wrestleguy Hulk Hogan died just a few days ago. Love him or hate him or tolerate him, one thing's for sure: he has been in some seriously terrible matches in his career. So many of his bad matches are on PPV and we'll get to them in due time, but what about the ones that you didn't have to pay good money for…

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Episode 12: Psychos Can't Spell 27:10

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Gavin's guest for this week is writer Marc Quill, who helps him review some lousy matches featuring... wait, that can't be right... Two Masahiro Chono matches? The hell? You're telling me that Chono was in the worst-rated match for TWO PPVs? Okay, if you insist. The shows for this episode include Halloween Havoc 92, Survivor Series 92, Starrcade 92…

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327. There's No Money In TV Anymore 2:27:26

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This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent TV news including the cancellation of 'The Late Show', what this means for the future of late night and whether political pressure played a part in the decision. Plus we discuss 'The Comeback' making a comeback, HBO Max ordering a 'Big Bang Theory' spin-off with an insane premise and Netflix ordering …

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Episode 11: Hercules Goes to Bangkok 31:42

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See that picture over there of Gavin holding a title belt while stuff is thrown at him? That was drawn by this week's guest Joe Hunter! These two are tasked with watching and discussing the worst matches from WrestleMania VIII, WrestleWar 92, Beach Blast 92, Great American Bash 92, and SummerSlam 92. Other topics include Greg Valentine's kickass WC…

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Episode 37 - What a Delight! 3:38:18

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We go through a recent local event, cover the painting showcase for June and then chat to Halil about the recent Polish GT.

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Episode 10: Must be a Jameson 34:33

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Breaking into double digits, Gavin is joined by Headlocked's Michael Kingston. They discuss the worst-rated matches from Survivor Series 91, This Tuesday in Texas, Starrcade 91, Royal Rumble 92, and Superbrawl II. Other topics include the Warlord terrorizing gyms, mucus-riddled nerd managers, being haunted by a chicken, and co-writing comics with v…

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Episode 9: Meat Loaf's Brother 1:09:58

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Gavin gets a special visit from Sci-Fi Explosion's Chris Cummins, who doesn't know all that much about wrestling. He might not know what he's in for, as they watch and discuss the worst matches from Superbrawl, UWF Beach Brawl, Great American Bash 91, SummerSlam 91, and Halloween Havoc 91. Chris learns a lot of bizarre wrestling history as the two …

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326. Breaking Bad Retrospective (Season Three) 1:56:02

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This week Dan and Chris take another break from their normal structure to continue our season by season retrospective of Breaking Bad. Is this show as good as history remembers it? Does it hold up to it's reputation? Is 'The Fly' a masterpiece or disaster? Let's discuss!

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Episode 36 - State Of Origin - Melbourne GT 2:35:27

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Our run through of the Duel of the Fates GT down in Melbourne Victoria. Special guest, second place getter, The OG himself, Qui-Gon Jim joins us to talk about his revenge focused list and all his games.

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Episode 8: Covered with Scorpions! 59:07

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Gavin reunites with his old 4thletter! blogging partner David Brothers. Together, they watch and discuss the worst matches from Survivor Series 90, Starrcade 90, Royal Rumble 91, WrestleWar 91, and WrestleMania VII. Listen as they discuss Tito Santana's fan club, the worst referee ever, naked cowboys, taunting at birds, and the pros of wrestling in…

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Episode 7: The Dyed Piper of Grapplin' 48:17

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Chris Sims from War Rocket Ajax stops over as he and Gavin discuss the worst matches from WrestleMania VI, Capital Combat, Great American Bash 90, SummerSlam 90, and Halloween Havoc 90. Topics discussed include racism, RoboCop, Paul Heyman's crippling fear of illusionists, racism, swords, boat ownership, and even more racism. It's so bad that they …

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Episode 35 - UKGE GT Retrospective 2:12:30

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We talk to the top 3 from the recent UKGE GT about their lists, what they took and why and then how they found the event and their opinions on the meta.

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Episode 6: Three Slices of Beefcake 41:10

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Zeroes of Wrestling says goodbye to the 1980s and hello to the 1990s! Gavin and guest Erin M. Fiasco join forces to watch the worst-rated matches from Survivor Series 89, Starrcade 89, No Holds Barred: The Movie, The Match (well, the only match), Royal Rumble 90, and WrestleWar 90. This episode has a Big Boss Man, a Tiny Lister, and so much in-betw…

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325. The Fourteenth Annual Static Awards (Night Two) 1:55:47

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To celebrate 13 years of this podcast, it's time for the Fourteenth Annual Static Awards, our fictional TV awards show which is really just a poor excuse to recap the year in TV. We both nominate shows for each award and debate who should win. Awards are meaningless, but this podcast is fun. We promise. This year, split this awards into two episode…

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324. The Fourteenth Annual Static Awards (Night One) 2:33:38

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To celebrate 13 years of this podcast, it's time for the Fourteenth Annual Static Awards, our fictional TV awards show which is really just a poor excuse to recap the year in TV. We both nominate shows for each award and debate who should win. Awards are meaningless, but this podcast is fun. We promise. This year, split this awards into two episode…

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Episode 34 - A New Hopeful Meta 3:11:51

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We are back yet again to discuss all things Shatterpoint. Our focus this week is on how the new meta seems to be shaping up post the balance pass. We also take a look at the May painting showcase. Strap yourselves in.

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Episode 5: Teddy Long Jumpscare 32:19

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Get your glass of joy juice ready, because Gavin and his guest Christie J. watch the worst showdowns from WrestleMania V, WrestleWar 89, Great American Bash 89, SummerSlam 89, and Halloween Havoc 89. We get a match where a guy is hated for being rich followed by a match where a guy is hated for being Rich! Support this podcast at — https://redcircl…

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323. Who Review 7 4:32:16

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This week Dan and Chris are diving into the second season of the new era of Doctor Who in this bonus episode. We attempted, and failed to review each episode in just 20 minutes week by week and this is the result!

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Episode 4: A Tale of Two Hacksaws 36:10

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Alongside Dan Lennane, Gavin checks out the worst of Survivor Series 88, AWA SuperClash III, Starrcade 88, Royal Rumble 89, and Chi-Town Rumble. You treat your step-mother with respect, Ken Patera! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zeroes-of-wrestling/donationsBy Gavin Jasper

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322. Good TV, Bad Movie 1:48:21

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This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent TV news including a bunch of casting news, the return of scrubs, the cancellation of The Wheel of Time and Jeremy Renner's Hawkeye Season Two wage dispute. Plus we review The Studio, The Four Seasons and Common Side Effects.

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Episode 3: Let My Love Open the Door 41:21

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Gavin is joined by Mike Cecchini to discuss Survivor Series 87, Bunkhouse Stampede, WrestleMania 4, Great American Bash 88, and SummerSlam 88. Topics include low-rent Elvis impersonators, questionable trap doors, and Jack Kirby. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zeroes-of-wrestling/donations…