DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling Show: A must-read book for pioneer era fans

On this edition of the DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling Show, I delve into my 1000 Hours series focusing on the pioneer era of pro wrestling

This week, I take a look at a much-overlooked book on the pioneer era (and beyond) called Ringside: A History of Professional Wrestling in America by Scott Beekman, a college educator who put tremendous research into the topic. 

I was a source cited in the book and discuss some of the interesting facts I learned — all while still seeking the truth about Col. McLaughlin and Barney Smith.

(sub needed)

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 46:03 — 29.5MB)

https://www.f4wradio.com/podcast/111923ks.mp3 30974052 audio/mpeg a:3:{s:8:"duration";s:7:"0:46:03";s:8:"explicit";s:1:"0";s:12:"itunes_image";s:66:"https://ik.imagekit.io/2ivcvn3ka/61rn7vzamjl_sl1360__ce11r_Lba.jpg";}