If you're looking for someone with some wrestling stories to tell - look no further!Evan Ginzburg is the Senior Editor for Pro Wrestling Stories and a contributing writer since 2017. He’s a published author, with his latest book, "Wrestling Rings, Blackboards, and Movie Sets," released on January 7th, 2025. He was an Associate Producer on the Oscar-nominated movie "The Wrestler" and the acclaimed wrestling documentary "350 Days." He is a 30-plus-year film, radio, and TV veteran and a voice-over actor on the radio drama "Kings of the Ring."In this episode, Evan chats to Chris about his life in and around wrestling, including:- His role and influence on set of hit movie, 'The Wrestler'- Improvising a scene for the movie with Mickey Rourke- Friendships and road stories with the likes of Johnny Valiant, Nikolai Volkoff and the Iron Shiek- His documentary movie '350 Days', which lifted the veil on the real-life experiences on the road through the lens of greats such as Bret 'Hitman' Hart, 'Superstar' Billy Graham, The Iron Shiek and Ox Baker- Old school versus current generation of wrestling- Evan's new memoir, 'Wrestling Rings, Blackboards & Movie Sets'And much more!Evan's new book is available now on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Wrestling-Rings-Blackboards-Movie-Sets-ebook/dp/B0DSB3Q25C?ref_=ast_author_dpTo keep up-to-date with Eva's latest news and musings, be sure to check out his Facebook page and group:https://www.facebook.com/EvanGinzburgsOldSchoolWrestlingMemories#OnceUponATurnbuckle #wrestling #podcast #wrestlingauthor #EvanGinzburg

When British wrestling sensation Rhiannon Jade was last on the show (as Echo Reed) her wrestling story was still in it's infancy and many a chapter was yet to be written. Fast forward 4 years and boy does she have some tales to tell!From moving from Devon to Wales to further her career, two summers spent training and performing under WWE legend Dr. Tom Prichard in the US through to making her TNA debut against a former Knockouts World Champion and winning her most important title yet...it's all here!This is certainly one you do not want to miss!#OnceUponATurnbuckle #podcast #RhiannonJade #britishwrestling

In this episode, Chris welcomes British wrestling star 'The Stallion' Chris Bronson to the show's 60th episode.

Chris B shares his early memories of wrestling and beyond, including:-

• the first superstars that captivated him on screen;-
• the moment when he decided to go beyond fandom and pursue a career in the ring;
• the legendary names in British wrestling that he has learn from en route to becoming one of the brightest talents on the British wrestling scene;
• Forming the faction 'FourFront' with The Blockbusters and 'The Brilliance' James Ellis;
• His recent return to New Wave Wrestling to assist Ellis in capturing the heavyweight title,

And much more!

Sharing a love of old school wrestling, the two Chrises also find time to chat about The Stallion's choices for his wrestling Mount Rushmore, his dream WrestleMania opponent and even his take on the upcoming Cena-Cody showdown.

To keep up-to-date with Chris Bronson's latest news and appearances, be sure to following him on his socials:

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075934617594

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris__bronson/

#onceuponaturnbuckle #podcast #StallionChrisBronson #ChrisBronson #BritishWrestling

In a very special episode, Chris welcomes back wrestling fan and collector Andrew Lacelle to the show for a discussion which is well overdue - the magic of wrestling figures!

Chris and Andrew both come armed with their Top 5 favourite wrestling figures of all time. Built purely on their own memories and personal significances, the pair chat about their love of WWF Hasbro, WCW Galoob, Remco AWA and WWF Jakks lines, each leading to their number 1 choices.

Be sure to check out Andrew's own Wrestling Action Figure Review feature over on his TikTok channel: www.tiktok.com/outlawjamboree

For more of Chris' own love for wrestling figures and to follow his journey back into figure collection, check out his new series 'Go Figure!' exclusively on his YouTube channel (Dead Men's Tales Podcast Network).

#OnceUponATurnbuckle #podcast #wrestling #prowrestling #actionfigures #galoob #WCWGaloob #hasbro #WWF #WCW

In this brand-new episode, Chris brings you a guest that is not just the coolest, not just the best but simply...JUSTIN CREDIBLE!

Wrestling legend PJ Polaco has a storied career in and around the squared circle and he is here to tell you all about it. From his early days training with the Harts, through his WWF/E days as the 'Portuguese Mn-o-War' Aldo Montoya to his trend-setting run as ECW World Champion, Justin Credible.

Highlights include:-

-Being trained by Keith Hart and Lance Storm

- His early run as PJ Walker, including a TV victory over IRS

- The genesis of Aldo Montoya

- His switch to ECW and birth of Justin Credible

- ECW's influence on the 'Attitude' era- Return to WWE and his role in the famed Invasion angle- The importance of right place, right time- Who his dream opponent would be at WrestleMania

And much more!

Be sure to follow PJ on his social media pages:

X: @pjpolaco

Instagram: @pjpolaco

And check out his merchandise on Pro wrestling Tees:www.prowrestlingtees.com/justincredible

#OnceUponATurnbuckle #podcast #PJPolaco #JustinCredible #AldoMontoya

In the second half of our BLOCKBUSTER double feature, British tag team sensation Toby St. John drops in to chat about his pathway into wrestling, from his childhood days idolisation Shawn Michaels, through to having the opportunity to work with and learn from wrestling legends in the US!Highlights include: -Old school wrestling,- His favourite HBK match;- Making the decision to get into the ring himself;- Forming his friendship and tag team success with Jordan Sparkes;- 'The Blockbusters' rise to be one of the hottest on the British scene;- Winning OVW and NWA Tag Team gold;- Being trained by Dr. Tom Prichard;- Tag team match with The Andersons in the US, with the legendary 'Enforcer' Arn Anderson at ringside;And much more!#OnceUponATurnbuckle #podcast #TobyStJohn #TheBlockbusters

In this brand-new episode of Once Upon A Turnbuckle, Chris welcomes British wrestling sensation Jordan Sparkes back to the show!

Since we last spoke in late-2021, Jordan's career has gone from strength-to-strength quite literally, and has seen him start 2025 off with a bang as he currently co-holds tag team gold in 4 seperate promotions in the US and UK as part of 'The Blockbusters', as well as his first-ever singles Heavyweight title.

From honing his true in-ring persona, to training and performing in America and taking the British tag team scene by storm - there's definitely a lot to catch up on!

Highlights include:-

• Influences in and out of the ring;
• Training under the tutelage of the legendary Dr. Tom Prichard at Jacobs-Prichard Wrestling Academy in the US
• Classic tag team wrestling
• The success of 'The Blockbusters' with team-mate Toby St. John
• Capturing his first singles Heavyweight championship
• We even have time to get Jordan's take on John Cena's heel turn!

To keep up-to-date with Jordan's latest news and upcoming appearances, be sure to follow his socials:

Facebook: @jordansparkespw

Instagram: @jordansparkespw

#OnceUponATurnbucke #podcast #wrestling #JordanSparkes

It's the long-awaited return of Once Upon A Turnbuckle and what a perfect way to kick off the new era!

'The Brilliance' James Ellis, one of the hottest properties on the British indie scene today and newly-crowned New Wave Wrestling champion, returns to the show to catch us up on his career over the last few years.

Highlights include:-

• Being the first-ever and first two-time New Wave Wrestling Champion
• How crowd interactions have shaped his persona
• Wrestling for top British promotions New Wave, Pro Wrestling Chaos, Slammasters, No Mercy Wrestling, RevPro amongst others
• Who The Brilliance would pick to share his WrestleMania moment with

And much more!

To follow James' latest news and upcoming appearances, be sure to follow him on social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065881731345Instagram:

www.instagram.com/jamesellispw