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Episode 236: Greg Klein Returns

September 2, 2026 TGBL2022

Hello, wrestling fans! It’s time for Episode #236 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon!

This week, Brian welcomes back to the show Texas wrestling historian Greg Klein, whose new book The Texas Rasslin’ Wars of the 1950s delves into one of the most contentious battles of the territorial era.

It’s a look back at an often overlooked period of Texas wrestling history. Plus–comparing experiences at the Jack Pfefer Archives, deep dark family secrets, and more!

Shut Up and Wrestle is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network.

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Episode 142: Wrestling Observer HOF Episode w/ Greg Klein

October 23, 2024 TGBL2022

Hello, wrestling fans! It’s time for Episode #142 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon!

It’s WON HOF season again, and Brian has author, historian and podcaster Greg Klein on this week to talk about some of the candidates, especially Morris Sigel and the Junkyard Dog.

Brian and Greg discuss why Sigel and JYD are deserving of induction, as well as several other of Brian’s choices for this year’s ballot, including why Gorilla Monsoon needs to return to the ballot.