Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk
Hi, I am Greg Klein, an actor-writer-producer who used to be a professional wrestler. This podcast is a collection of my tales as a pro wrestling fan, newsletter writer, worker and historian.
Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk
Episode 22: 1976: A Funker of a Year
Episode 22: 1976: A Funker of a Year
In Episode 22 of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk, Greg:
Talks about the career of Terry Funk, the West Texas legend.
Looks at Funk's NWA title reign from his Dec. 1975 win over Jack Brisco to his Feb. 1977 loss to Harley Race.
Focuses on Funk's title defenses in Houston, including against Peter Maivia, Rocky Johnson and Jose Lothario.
Considers how much longer Funk would be a force in wrestling and what a cultural icon he became.
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