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When It Was Real

When It Was Real

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Step into the squared circle of yesteryear with When It Was Real, the ultimate throwback podcast for fans of the golden era of professional wrestling. Each week, this deep-dive audio experience transports listeners to the gritty, unfiltered days of the 1970s World Wide Wrestling Federation, when larger-than-life characters and blood-and-guts rivalries captivated fans and made wrestling feel real. Hosted by two of wrestling’s most passionate historians, When It Was Real is your ringside seat to the past: 🎙️ Nikita Breznikov – Noted WWWF historian, author, actor, and former wrestling manager whose encyclopedic knowledge and firsthand experience bring authenticity and color to every tale. 🎙️ Benny “The Playa” Scala – Acclaimed pro wrestling author and podcaster, whose wit and warmth shine through as he recalls the matches, promos, and personalities that shaped a generation. Together, Nikita and Benny guide you through the smoky arenas, unforgettable promos, and dramatic moments that defined the WWWF in the 1970s—when kayfabe was king, the belts were hard-earned, and the crowd reactions were pure electricity. Whether you remember watching Bruno Sammartino defend his title at the Garden, or you’re just discovering the legends of the past, When It Was Real delivers a heartfelt, intelligent, and often humorous look at the era that made pro wrestling a cultural phenomenon. 📻 Tune in every Wednesday at 7 PM Eastern Time for a nostalgic ride on the Wrestling Wayback Machine—because there was a time when it was real.Copyright 2025 All Rights Reserved Deportes de Combate y Defensa Personal
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  • When It Was Real - Episode 30 - Pat Patterson

    When It Was Real - Episode 30 - Pat Patterson
    Sep 25 2025

    📺 LIVE — WEDNESDAY, SEPT 24 @ 7PM ET on The Playa Entertainment Network

    🔥 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE to witness wrestling history UNFOLD!

    This week, Nikita Breznikov and Benny "The Playa" Scala take a deep dive into the epic life and legacy of Pierre Clermont, better known to the wrestling world as Pat Patterson — one of the most influential minds in the business!

    Before revolutionizing the WWF in 1979, Patterson dominated the territories as a flamboyant, tough-as-nails heel — especially on the West Coast and in San Francisco’s legendary Cow Palace. Under the guidance of The Grand Wizard, he perfected his craft as a top-tier antagonist, engaging in bloody rivalries that left fans in awe for over two decades.

    But it was in the WWF where Patterson etched his name in granite — from his unforgettable steel cage war with Bob Backlund, to becoming the first-ever Intercontinental Champion, and eventually moving behind the curtain to help shape the Attitude Era and beyond as Vince McMahon’s most trusted right-hand man.

    Also: hear the real story of Patterson’s transition to color commentator, his often-overlooked comedic brilliance on-screen, and why his influence is still felt in every Royal Rumble to this day.

    💥 Don’t miss this tribute to a true architect of professional wrestling greatness.

    👇 DROP A COMMENT with your favorite Pat Patterson moment!

    #WhenItWasReal #PatPatterson #WWFLegends #ProWrestlingHistory #BennyScala #NikitaBreznikov #PlayaEntertainmentNetwork #WrestlingPodcast #WWFOldSchool #IntercontinentalChampion #RoyalRumble #TheGrandWizard #BobBacklund #WrestlingManager #WrestlingLegends #AttitudeEra #WrestlingFans
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    1 h y 21 m
  • When It Was Real - Episode 29 - The Three Amigos!

    When It Was Real - Episode 29 - The Three Amigos!
    Sep 18 2025

    🔥 Episode 29 of "When It Was Real" is pulling NO punches!

    Join your hosts — WWWF historian, author, actor, and wrestling manager Nikita Breznikov and wrestling writer/podcaster Benny "The Playa" Scala — for a LIVE event that’s pure wrestling gold!

    In a rare and unforgettable gathering, the iconic "Three Amigos" ride again:

    👑 WWE Hall of Famer Johnny Rodz

    🏆 5-Time World Tag Team Champion Tony Garea

    📚 The man with a PhD in pro wrestling, "Irish" Davey O’Hannon

    From the gritty locker rooms of the WWWF to the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, these legends shaped an era — and now they’re telling it like it really was.

    🕖 WHEN: Wednesday, September 17th at 7 PM ET

    📺 WHERE: Only on The Playa Entertainment Network

    💥 This is the episode old-school fans have been waiting for!

    #WhenItWasReal #TheThreeAmigos #JohnnyRodz #TonyGarea #DaveyOHannon #WWEHallOfFame #WWWF #ProWrestlingHistory #OldSchoolWrestling #ThePlayaEntertainmentNetwork #WrestlingLegends #LivePodcast #WrestlingStories #NikitaBreznikov #BennyScala #WrestlingPodcast
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    1 h y 59 m
  • When It Was Real - Episode 28 - Return Of The Tag Teams! Part II

    When It Was Real - Episode 28 - Return Of The Tag Teams! Part II
    Sep 11 2025

    📢 BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

    🔥 “What’s Old Is New Again- Part II!” 🔥

    Join renowned WWWF historian Nikita Breznikov and pro wrestling podcaster/writer Benny "The Playa" Scala as they tag in for the conclusion of the second round of deep dives, shocking facts, and classic storytelling in the history of the WWWF Tag Team Championships! 👊

    From the golden era to forgotten feuds, Nikita and Benny leave no turnbuckle untouched in this fan-requested follow-up episode!

    💥 NEW EPISODE PREMIERES WEDNESDAY @ 7PM ET

    📍Only on The Playa Entertainment Network!

    👍 Like, 💬 Comment, and 🔔 Subscribe to stay in the loop!

    #WhenItWasReal #WWWF #ProWrestlingHistory #TagTeamChampions #NikitaBreznikov #BennyThePlaya #OldSchoolWrestling #WrestlingPodcast #ThePlayaEntertainmentNetwork #WrestlingLegends #WrestlingThrowback #WednesdayNightWrestling #RetroWrestling
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    1 h y 39 m
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