
My 1-2-3 Cents Episode 38: Arrow to Fly at SummerSlam

Kevin and Chad talk about the current SummerSlam line up and the potential matches for the 2015 event. The two also discuss some of their favorite memories from years past.
This week’s show is in memory of “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. Hot Rod died July 31, 2015 at the age of 61. Kevin, Chad and My 1-2-3 Cents newcomer Rick share their memories of the wrestling icon and the impact he had on each of them, the world of wrestling and pop culture.
Rest in peace Roddy. We love you.
It’s important to note that the name of this episode is for two distinct segments of the show. They are unrelated.
In this episode Kevin spends a little time sharing his thoughts on the current situation between Hulk Hogan and WWE. The second half of the show, meet Kevin’s better half, his wife Lisa. She talks about life as a “wrestling widow.”
Double J Jeff Jarrett has returned to the show. He gives us all an update on the upcoming TV taping for Global Force Wrestling’s new show Amped. Four titles will be up for grabs as tournaments start on Friday, July 24 at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas. You can learn more at their website: globalforcewrestling.com
It’s a new feature on the My 1-2-3 Cents podcast. Kevin and Chad randomly pull the names of three Superstars or Divas from the coveted Wrestlemania 30 cup and book them in a storyline. The first name out of the cup, Neville. Find out what the guys have planned for “The Man That Gravity Forgot” as well as two other WWE Superstars.
Another Chikara Pro wrestler joins Kevin on this episode of My 1-2-3 Cents.
Chikara pro star Dasher Hatfield, the Ol’ Timey King of Swing, chats with Kevin in an all-new episode. Hatfield is one half of the tag team The Throwbacks, as well as the team captain of Dasher’s Dugout in the Challenge of the Immortals. Hatfield talks about his time in the ring, his friendships and rivalries and the upcoming King of Trios tournament.
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Grab your overalls and cowboy hat: we’re heading down to the farm! The guest this week is Farmer Billy Hills. He has made a name for himself on the Indy scene in the Midwest and Midsouth areas. Farmer has a big benefit show set for July 26 in Harrisburg, Illinois. Look up Farmer Billy Hills on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Kevin’s guest this week comes from the jungles of Uganda. Kamala is one of the all-time greats having wrestled all over the world for decades. He battled greats like Hulk Hogan, Andre the Giant and Dusty Rhodes. Kamala has had a series of health problems that have sidelined him, but his spirits remain high. In his new book “Kamala Speaks” he shares stories from the road with the help of former manager Kenny Casanova. Both Kamala and Kenny talk more about the book and some of their favorite memories during this week’s show. Enjoy.
The wrestling world suffered a major loss last week with the death of “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes. Kevin and Chad dedicate this week’s show to one of the most iconic men in the world of professional wrestling. They share their favorite moments and thoughts about the Dream’s legacy. Thanks for listening. Rest in Peace Dusty!
Money in the Bank is right around the corner. Kevin talks more about the show and shares his picks as well as a recap on what’s been going on in the world of professional wrestling over the past week.
You will definitely have a nice day after listening to Episode 27. The guest is none other than WWE Hall of Famer and Hardcore Legend Mick Foley. He shares a few of his memories from the ring and who he would have liked to have stepped in the ring against. Mick is taking part in the #FiftyYearsOfFoley Tour right now, which includes a stop at Four Winds Field in South Bend, Indiana on Father’s Day. Follow Mick on social media @realmickfoley on Twitter and facebook.com/realmickfoley
Samoa Joe has finally showed up on a WWE show. The Samoan Submission Machine interrupted NXT champion Kevin Owens as he attacked Sammie Zayn at Unstoppable. What impact will Joe have on NXT? Kevin and Chad talk more about that as well as the NXT product overall. Plus the two rundown the upcoming Elimination Chamber event.
Episode 25 is a big one! The guest on this week’s show is the legendary “Double J” Jeff Jarrett. He’s got more than 25 years of experience in the ring and is now on the verge of launching a new wrestling company. TV tapings for Global Force Wrestling start this summer. Jeff talks about the future of the company and what role he’ll have with it. Thanks for downloading and as always don’t forget to visit our sponsors at Amazon and DraftKings.
We’re not talking about Star Wars or Jedis in this episode of the show. Kevin and Chad tackle the newly announced roster for Global Force Wrestling. TV tapings are planned for July, August and October. What does this company need to do to stand out in the competitive world of professional wrestling? Plus, there’s a surprise announcement about a big name guest for episode 25.
In this episode Kevin talks with the owner of the website Missouri Wrestling Revival, Brian Kelley. The online publication covers more than a dozen promotions around Missouri, Kansas and Illinois.
Brian also shares his experiences visiting the Cauliflower Alley Club reunion for the first time. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to check out My 1-2-3 Cents.
For more on Missouri Wrestling Revival, head to their site or look for them on Facebook or Twitter.
In Episode 22 Kevin provides some thoughts on the Extreme Rules pay-per-view. With new tag team champions, what’s next for the division? Will Lana and Rusev break up? And what will WWE do with Ryback? Kevin provides his 1-2-3 cents on those issues and the fate of the WWE World Heavyweight title.
In Episode 21 Kevin has a quick chat with professional wrestling legend “Beautiful” Bobby Eaton. Bobby was a part of the 10th annual Cape Comic Con event recently in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. He was a part of the Midnight Express with “Sweet” Stan Lane and manager Jim Cornette. The trio is among Kevin’s favorites. Bobby talks about his past partners, his time in the NWA and why he never worked for WWE. You can check out Bobby on Facebook.
In Episode 20, Kevin talks with “Gentleman” Jervis Cottonbelly. The Gentleman has been a staple on the Chikara Pro roster in recent years. Cottonbelly talks about his time in the ring, his pursuit for his best friend The Estonian Thunderfrog and his latest project on social media. It’s a great conversation with “the world’s sweetest man.”
Wrestlemania finished up less than a half hour before the tape started rolling on the latest episode of My 1-2-3 Cents. Get Kevin and Chad’s thoughts on the 31st incarnation of the granddaddy of them all, and Nerds United host Greg Mehochko is there for a few thoughts as well.
In this episode Kevin and Chad break down the biggest wrestling event of the year: Wrestlemania 31. The two will discuss each match in depth and offer up their thoughts on the build and who will end up being the winner. These thoughts come from two guys who have been to eight of the last nine Wrestlemanias.
For the first time in several years the WWE is showing the Intercontinental Championship some love at Wrestlemania. In this episode Kevin and Chad analyze the upcoming ladder match in which Wade Barrett defends against several opponents. They look back at big IC title matches from previous Wrestlemanias including “Macho Man” Randy Savage vs. Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat, Ultimate Warrior vs. Hulk Hogan and Razor Ramon vs. Shawn Michaels.
This week’s show is a quick one, filled with some random wrestling thoughts including WWE and Chikara Pro. Kevin talks more about the Road to Wrestlemania and a few of the bumps he sees in it, including the Andre the Giant Battle Royal, Intercontinental Title Ladder Match and Jon Stewart.
Independent wrestler Pokerface has been inside the squared circle for 18 years. He’s wrestled all over including USWA, Mid-South and even WWE. He shares stories from his career as well as his thoughts on the recent lawsuit against the WWE from the widow of King Mabel, the Mid-South Coliseum and the WWE Hall of Fame. It’s an insightful discussion you won’t want to miss.
Kevin and Chad team up for this week’s show to discuss NXT and what’s next for the company after Takeover: Rival. There’s plenty of talent on the roster and who will be called up next to WWE? The two also discuss the latest happenings in Chikara, TNA and WWE.
Heath Hatton has been an independent wrestler for nearly five years. In 2012 he stepped into a WWE ring, facing Ryback at Extreme Rules. Since then Heath has had his ups and downs, including a great match with former NWA heavyweight champion Adam Pearce.
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We’ve hit double digits on the My 1-2-3 Cents Podcast and in episode 10, Kevin is joined in the studio by co-blogger Chad. The two answer questions from friends on the My 1-2-3 Cents Facebook page. Topics include the long term future of WWE, Wrestlemania and My 1-2-3 Cents merchandise. The two also discuss Chikara Pro, Ring of Honor, Lucha Underground and Impact Wrestling.
Kevin is joined by long time friend and My 1-2-3 Cents blogger Chad Smart for some Royal Rumble analysis. The two recap the event, including the Royal Rumble match itself and the three-way WWE World Heavyweight title match. Kevin and Chad look ahead to Wrestlemania 31 and talk about more than just Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns, but also the prospect of a John Cena vs. Rusev match. What roles will The Rock, Undertaker, Daniel Bryan and Bray Wyatt have? Listen and see what these two life long fans have to say.
For more than 50 years WWE has been entertaining wrestling fans all over the world. In episode 6, Kevin talks with the creator of the website thehistoryofwwe.com, Graham Cawthon. He explains how he started the site and how fans have helped make it a success. Graham also discusses his latest project, the newly released book “Holy Ground: 50 Years of WWE at Madison Square Garden.” It’s a great conversation between two life long wrestling fans.
Happy New Year. Kevin has a golden opportunity as he talks with the new NWA Midsouth Unified Champion “Golden Boy” Greg Anthony. The Golden Boy has been wrestling for 14 years and talks about his time in the business with the likes of “Beautiful” Bobby Eaton and JJ Dillon. Anthony shares his thoughts on today’s wrestling product and the importance of supporting independent wrestling.
It’s the end of the year, so Kevin and his blogging partner Chad hand out the Centy Awards. The two recognize the best and worst in the world of professional wrestling. Find out why guys and gals like Roman Reigns, Charlotte, and Icarus are all being recognized this year. Thanks for listening and Happy New Year.
Ho! Ho! Ho! It’s the Christmas episode of My 1-2-3 Cents. Kevin talks about some of his favorite Christmas gimmicks in wrestling through the years. He also reviews Mick Foley’s new film “I Am Santa Claus” and Hulk Hogan’s holiday hit (maybe not) “Santa with Muscles.” Special guest Centy Claus joins the show from the Parts Unknown Pole to give gifts to a few of wrestling’s top names. Merry Christmas.
Kevin is back for Episode 2, as he recaps and reviews some recent WWE shows, including NXT’s (R)Evolution and WWE’s Tables, Ladders, and Chairs (and Stairs).
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to My 1-2-3 Cents, a professional wrestling podcast.
In the debut episode, we meet our host, Kevin Hunsperger, a wrestling fan and advocate who has worn several hats, from intrepid reporter to interviewer to broadcaster, and Wrestlemania traveler. Kevin gives his preview of WWE’s TLC pay-per-view later this month, talks about CM Punk and the UFC, and a return of the Dead Man at the Grandaddy of them all, WM 31.
Don’t believe me? Check out the guy’s hand-written notes.