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Remembering Hulk Hogan On The Brett Winterble Show
Manage episode 496334091 series 2873625
Tune in here to this Thursday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show!
We're joined by Bo Thompson to talk about the passing of pro wrestling icon Hulk Hogan and his lasting impact on American pop culture. Bo reflects on Hogan’s rise to stardom in the 1980s, describing him as a defining figure of the decade alongside names like Ronald Reagan, Michael Jackson, and Sylvester Stallone. He highlights Hogan’s influence on professional wrestling’s mainstream breakthrough and his unforgettable role as “Thunderlips” in Rocky III. The conversation also explores Hogan’s later controversies, including scandals that affected his public image and standing within the wrestling community. Despite these setbacks, Bo emphasizes that Hogan’s role in elevating the WWE and shaping the modern wrestling landscape is undeniable. They also touch on the cultural legacy of Hogan’s patriotic persona and iconic catchphrases that left a permanent mark on fans.
Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show!
For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
102 episodes
Manage episode 496334091 series 2873625
Tune in here to this Thursday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show!
We're joined by Bo Thompson to talk about the passing of pro wrestling icon Hulk Hogan and his lasting impact on American pop culture. Bo reflects on Hogan’s rise to stardom in the 1980s, describing him as a defining figure of the decade alongside names like Ronald Reagan, Michael Jackson, and Sylvester Stallone. He highlights Hogan’s influence on professional wrestling’s mainstream breakthrough and his unforgettable role as “Thunderlips” in Rocky III. The conversation also explores Hogan’s later controversies, including scandals that affected his public image and standing within the wrestling community. Despite these setbacks, Bo emphasizes that Hogan’s role in elevating the WWE and shaping the modern wrestling landscape is undeniable. They also touch on the cultural legacy of Hogan’s patriotic persona and iconic catchphrases that left a permanent mark on fans.
Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show!
For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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