The Future of Everything With Derek Thompson, Plus UFC 300’s Missing Main Event and the Rock’s Turn With Ariel Helwani
The Bill Simmons Podcast
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Wrestling Dynamics: Beards, Business, and Future Events
This chapter features a vibrant discussion on the persona of fighters, particularly those with distinctive beards, and their influence on perceptions of toughness. The speakers analyze the current state of WWE amidst controversies surrounding Vince McMahon, emphasizing the uncertainties regarding future events like WrestleMania. They also examine the complexities of pay-per-view transitions, the evolution of wrestling entertainment, and the challenges facing aging wrestlers in a changing media landscape.
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