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Marc Raimondi
Author of "Say Hello to the Bad Guys: How Professional Wrestling’s New World Order Changed America", discussing Hulk Hogan's heel turn and its cultural impact.
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Jul 28, 2025
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When Hulk Turned Heel
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Marc Raimondi, author of "Say Hello to the Bad Guys," dives deep into Hulk Hogan's dramatic heel turn and its massive cultural implications. He explores how this transformation mirrored societal shifts in the 90s, reshaping the wrestling narrative from heroism to a grittier authenticity. The conversation touches on wrestling's evolving style, marked by scandals and rival promotions, and even draws wry parallels between wrestling antics and modern politics. Plus, there’s a dive into the absurdities of government-funded research that will leave you chuckling!
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