99. The Storyteller of the Ring: Evan Ginzburg and the World of Wrestling

Behind the Ring: Wrestling Stories with Evan Ginzburg

In this special episode of our Podcast, we feature an engaging conversation with Evan Ginzburg, associated producer of the movie 'The Wrestler' and senior editor of Pro Wrestling Stories. Through personal anecdotes and reflections on wrestling history, Evan shares stories about legendary wrestlers, his involvement in 'The Wrestler', and his newly released book, 'Wrestling Rings, Blackboards and Movie Sets'. From humorous road tales to poignant backstage insights, this episode offers a deep dive into the lives of wrestlers both past and present.

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement
01:22 Guest's Early Wrestling Memories
03:23 The Magic of Wrestling: Then and Now
05:20 Critique of Modern Wrestling
09:15 Memorable Matches and Moments
21:36 The Making of 'The Wrestler'
24:47 Behind the Scenes Stories
36:28 Impact and Legacy of 'The Wrestler'
53:22 Writing During COVID: Inspiration Behind the Book
58:31 Nikolai and the Iron Sheik on the Road
59:50 Wrestling at a Film Convention
01:01:35 Stories from the Wrestling Book
01:02:16 Transitioning from Wrestling to Teaching
01:02:41 Hollywood's Changing Perception of Wrestling
01:04:19 The Art and Tragedy of Wrestling
01:06:29 The Story of Tiger Khan
01:08:09 Wrestling in Hollywood Films
01:13:04 Political Neutrality in Wrestling
01:15:19 The Importance of Family and Unity
01:18:54 The Danish Wrestling Scene
01:31:26 The Financial Struggles of Wrestlers
01:35:48 The Art of Wrestling Documentaries
01:41:54 Creating Art and Following Your Muse
01:50:17 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans