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Apr 29, 2024 ·
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Join us on "Tales from the Ring: The Dirty Dutch Mantell Story," where the rugged roads of professional wrestling unfold through the eyes of one of its most seasoned veterans....
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Join us on "Tales from the Ring: The Dirty Dutch Mantell Story," where the rugged roads of professional wrestling unfold through the eyes of one of its most seasoned veterans. Hosted by Dr. Tom Prichard, this engaging podcast delves into the storied career of Dirty Dutch Mantell, from the gritty wrestling wars of 1970s Georgia to his groundbreaking work in booking and promoting wrestling around the world.
Our journey begins in the heated "Battle for Atlanta," where Dutch Mantell wrestled amidst the turmoil of the NWA's clash with Ann Gunkel’s outlaw promotion. Hear firsthand accounts of the wrestling landscape during this pivotal era and the struggles that shaped the industry.
The narrative then shifts to Memphis, where Dutch became a celebrated heel, facing off against icons like Jerry "The King" Lawler and "Superstar" Bill Dundee under the promotion of Jerry Jarrett. These years in Memphis are filled with tales of rivalries, championships, and Mantell’s rise to fame.
Listeners will also get an inside look at the tragic night of Bruiser Brody’s murder in Puerto Rico—a turning point in Mantell's career and a dark day in wrestling history. Following this event, Dutch played a crucial role in revitalizing the Puerto Rican promotion, leading it to new heights as both a performer and a booker.
His time managing the the Godwins and being on the road with Jack Sawagger with his Infamous quote "We the People" in his matches against El Padron
The podcast culminates with Dutch Mantell's significant influence on TNA's Knockouts Division. At a time when women's wrestling was often sidelined, Dutch's vision brought serious, competitive women’s wrestling to the forefront on Spike TV, paving the way for what would become a revolution in the industry.
Tune into "Road Stories from the Ring: The Dirty Dutch Mantell Story" on Spreaker, Spotify, Amazon Music, Player FM, Podcast Addict, and most other podcast platforms. Don’t miss these incredible stories from the man who lived through some of wrestling’s most transformative and tumultuous times.
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Our journey begins in the heated "Battle for Atlanta," where Dutch Mantell wrestled amidst the turmoil of the NWA's clash with Ann Gunkel’s outlaw promotion. Hear firsthand accounts of the wrestling landscape during this pivotal era and the struggles that shaped the industry.
The narrative then shifts to Memphis, where Dutch became a celebrated heel, facing off against icons like Jerry "The King" Lawler and "Superstar" Bill Dundee under the promotion of Jerry Jarrett. These years in Memphis are filled with tales of rivalries, championships, and Mantell’s rise to fame.
Listeners will also get an inside look at the tragic night of Bruiser Brody’s murder in Puerto Rico—a turning point in Mantell's career and a dark day in wrestling history. Following this event, Dutch played a crucial role in revitalizing the Puerto Rican promotion, leading it to new heights as both a performer and a booker.
His time managing the the Godwins and being on the road with Jack Sawagger with his Infamous quote "We the People" in his matches against El Padron
The podcast culminates with Dutch Mantell's significant influence on TNA's Knockouts Division. At a time when women's wrestling was often sidelined, Dutch's vision brought serious, competitive women’s wrestling to the forefront on Spike TV, paving the way for what would become a revolution in the industry.
Tune into "Road Stories from the Ring: The Dirty Dutch Mantell Story" on Spreaker, Spotify, Amazon Music, Player FM, Podcast Addict, and most other podcast platforms. Don’t miss these incredible stories from the man who lived through some of wrestling’s most transformative and tumultuous times.
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