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