Santino Marella
Summary
Cody Rhodes hosts Santino Marella, revisiting their OVW training days and the origin of Santino’s character via Dusty Rhodes’ advice. They share wild locker room stories, including a plate-smashing incident with John Cena and the infamous "Muscle Mania" bodybuilding contest. The episode also covers Santino’s transition to TNA’s Director of Authority and his recent in-ring partnership with his daughter.
Topics discussed
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Early WWE Matches and Funtime Tony Character
Injury Story: Cena and the Plate Shard
OVW Training Days and Early Career
Meeting Santino Marella and Dusty Rhodes
Italian Heritage and Citizenship
The Oxygen Mask Gimmick and Al Snow
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Neck Surgery and Family Dynamics
Second-Generation Wrestler Challenges
Muscle Mania: The Bodybuilding Competition
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Working with Bob Backlund and Randy Orton
Retirement, Battle Arts, and Comedy in Wrestling
Technical Coaching and Authentic Reactions
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The Master Lock Challenge and CM Punk
Wrestling Culture and The Cobra Move
Balancing Family Life and Wrestling Career
Current Training and Future Opportunities
The OVW Bus Crash Story
Rey Mysterio and Tattoo Stories
Ranking Favorite Wrestlers and Jingles
Closing Remarks and GameTime Ad
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