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Karen Peterson and Kate from MTL review Dark Side of the Ring: The Scream Queen, Daffney — VICE’s interpretation of the career and legacy of Shannon Spruill.

In this podcast, Karen & Kate discuss:

DSOTR’s approach to sensitive topics like bipolarism, suicide, and the impact of the internet
Participant involvement in the episode
Spruill’s advocacy for mental health, on the job injuries and employee rights
Thematic parallels to our previous Luna Vachon documentary review

Recommended Media:

Sisterhood of the Squared Circle: The History and Rise of Women's Wrestling - By Pat Laprade & Dan Murphy (2017; pps 238-240)
Crazy is My Superpower: How I Triumphed by Breaking Bones, Breaking Hearts & Breaking the Rules - By A.J. Mendez (2018)

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INTERVIEW - Sarah Andrina Schütz 14.12.2023