CYBER Why Congress's Fears of Russian Space Nukes Is Political Theatre
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Feb 16, 2024 Timothy Marchman, Vice features editor, discusses the latest allegations against WWE boss Vince McMahon and the implications for non-disclosure agreements. The podcast also delves into the controversy surrounding allegations of sexual misconduct in the wrestling industry and the potential threat of Russia fielding nuclear weapons in space.
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Wrestling's Carnival Roots
- Early wrestling was based out of carnivals and involved cons.
- Wrestlers would manipulate outcomes based on betting action.
Wrestling as Performance
- The athleticism and sportsmanship in wrestling are impressive regardless of predetermined outcomes.
- The focus on whether wrestling is predetermined is largely irrelevant.
Marks and Fleecing
- Wrestlers historically fleeced gamblers, referring to fans as "marks".
- The term "mark" comes from their being targets for cons.