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May 2023
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Pro Wrestling Illustrated's Bill Apter -...

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Legendary wrestling journalist Bill Apter is the guest today on this classic episode. Join Steve and Bill as they reminisce about Bill's decades of ringside experience covering some of the most iconic moments in professional wrestling. Be here for great old-school tales about Andy Kaufman, Gary Hart, Buddy Rogers, the Von Erichs and much more! See Privacy P ... Show More
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