Getting Colour
by Conor Heffernan and Jeff Russo
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Greg Oliver and the Work of Wrestling History
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Join Conor and Jeff as they discuss the history, culture, and spectacle of professional wrestling from the past century and a half.
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- Greg Oliver and the Work of Wrestling History · 1 h 2 minIn the second half of our conversation with wrestling journalist, historian and author Greg Oliver, we move away from the squared circle and onto the ice. Greg talks about his…
- Greg Oliver and the Work of Wrestling History · 1 h 10 minIn the first of a two-part conversation, Jeff and Conor are joined by wrestling journalist, historian and author Greg Oliver. Greg takes us from the Canadian Wrestling Report he…
- Continuing the Hulk Hogan Story · 46 minThis week Conor and Jeff continue their discussions on the many faces and phases of legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan from his WWF and WCW/NWO days to his last intiative in promoting…
- Who Owns Wrestling Now? WWE, Ticket Prices, and the Cost of Fandom · 47 minIn this episode of Getting Color, Conor Heffernan and Jeff Russo step away from storylines and championships to confront one of the most pressing issues in professional wrestling…
- The Hulk Hogan Legacy Part One · 1 h 17 minThis week on Getting Colour, Conor and Jeff lace up the yellow boots and dive headfirst into the rise — and slow unravelling — of Hulk Hogan’s first WWF run. From his 1984 title…
- Muscles, Diamonds, and Mildred Burke: Jeff Leen on The Queen of the Ring · 1 h 13 minIn this episode of Getting Colour, hosts Jeff and Conor sit down with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jeff Leen to discuss his acclaimed biography The Queen of the Ring: Sex…
- June Byers vs. the Queen: Wrestling’s Forgotten Power Struggle · 1 h 2 minThis week on Getting Colour, Conor and Jeff dive deep into the squared circle’s untold history with wrestling historian John Cosper, author of “The Great and Inimitable June…
- Who are the best Commentators Ever? · 1 h 12 minJeff and Conor dive into the electric world of wrestling commentary. They break down what makes a legendary voice behind the desk, from Jim Ross's iconic "BAH GAWD" calls to…
- Gorgergous George: The Man Who Transformed Wrestling, Pop Culture and Sport · 1 h 4 minJoin Conor and Jeff as we step into the flamboyant world of Gorgeous George, the original wrestling showman whose charisma and theatrics laid the groundwork for the modern…
- The History of British Wrestling · 1 h 37 minJoin Conor and Jeff this week as they delve into the World of Sport, the World of British Professional Wrestling. Many people are unaware of the world of 1970s and 1980s…
- Andrew Calvert and Maple Leaf Wrestling Interview · 45 minAndrew Calvert is the expert on Toronto territorial wrestling. Author of 'From Nanjo to The Sheik: Tales from Toronto wrestling', AC also runs the highly successful, and…
- The Territories System · 1 h 12 minWhat did it mean to be a Memphis wrestler? How did the East Coast companies run differently to the Canadian or West Coast ones? Was the territorial system more exciting for fans?…
- Director Patrea Patrick on the Bruno Sammartino Movie · 1 h 25 minThis week we Patrea Patrick about her critically acclaimed 2019 Bruno Sammartino Movie. Patrea's movie captured the majesty and skill of Bruno's career, as well as his…
- How Bruno Sammartino Became a Legend · 1 h 33 minJoin Conor and Jeff this week as they discuss Bruno's time in the WWE. What were the main rivalries, the main matches and, the behind the scenes stories of one of wrestling's…
- The Pioneering Career of Bruno Sammartino. · 1 h 7 minJoin Jeff and Conor this week as they discuss the early life and career of the legendary WWWF Champion Bruno Sammartino. Learn about his upbringing first in Italy under Nazi…
- Who is the Strongest Wrestler Ever? · 1 h 5 minJoin Conor and Jeff this week as they discuss the strongest ever wrestlers. Does 'gym strength' count the most or is wrestling strength a separate category? We begin with…
- Wrestlemania Wrap Up and the Ongoing Rhodes Story · 1 h 6 minOne month on from WWE's marquee event, Conor and Jeff reflect on the Wreslemania experience this year, but as fan and attendee. We also focus on the enduring legacy of ECW, what…
- The Maverik Promotion of ECW · 1 h 21 minDive headfirst into the hardcore, revolutionary world of Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) with Jeff and Conor on this electrifying episode of Getting Color. Explore the…
- The History of Indian Wrestling · 1 h 1 minIn this episode, Conor and Jeff dive into the vibrant world of Indian wrestling, tracing its ancient origins to its current status as a revered sport. They unravel the rich…
- The Greatest Wrestlemania of all Time? Will Cody Rhodes finish his story? · 1 h 9 minJoin Jeff and Conor this week as the discuss the Cody Rhodes/Roman Reigns drama and Wrestlemania storyline... and the return of The Rock in the midst of it. Looking at the…
