Our Fake History Episode #185- Was Wrestling Ever Real? ft. RJ City (Part III)
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Aug 8, 2023 RJ City, a wrestler, comedian, and AEW commentator, shares his unique perspective on wrestling culture. He dives into the concept of kayfabe, suggesting it may still be alive in new forms. Topics include the campy personas of wrestling legends, the intelligence of fans today, and the impact of pop culture on character dynamics. RJ also explores the nuances of masculinity in wrestling, the allure of scripted drama, and how reality TV influences audience perceptions. His insights blend humor with a rich history of performance, revealing why fans love to be entertained.
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The Power Of The Confident Lie
- Wrestling exposes the power of confident lies to shape collective belief and behavior.
- Sebastian Major argues kayfabe shows how audiences accept asserted realities despite contrary evidence.
Gorgeous George's Flamboyant Breakthrough
- Gorgeous George turned a thrown robe into a flamboyant heel act that drew massive heat from crowds.
- RJ City and Sebastian discuss how his effeminate, theatrical persona flipped 1950s gender norms into spectacle.
Kayfabe As A Participatory Illusion
- RJ City defines kayfabe as keeping the audience inside the fourth wall, a participatory illusion.
- He compares wrestling's shared performed reality to Pee-wee Herman, Borat, and The Muppets.
