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GOT PRESENTS: The Gospel of Thomas - Big Trouble and the Wrestling World with Ben Bishop
Published 1 year, 2 months ago
Description
In this episode, we welcome the larger-than-life Ben Bishop, who brings his unique perspective on the world of wrestling and sports. Join us as we dive into everything from college basketball to the intricacies of independent wrestling, all while sharing laughs and insights on the wrestling community. Ben shares his experiences and thoughts on the current state of the industry, while also reflecting on his journey through the wrestling world. Don't miss this entertaining and insightful conversation!
Chapters:
(00:00) Thomas will be the new MLW world heavyweight champion
(03:42) People say I'm getting cooked because I disagreed with Dave Meltzer
(04:19) Haku's wrestling connection right now is Rad Pro Wrestling
(16:08) With nil and transfer portal, there is no way John Morant stayed at Murray State
(17:36) Billy only bets every day on baseball exclusively. Baseball is one of the most frustrating sports to gamble on
(20:20) Do you think someone will eventually break Barry Bonds home run record
(23:56) The Yankees used torpedo bats in spring training, but no one noticed
(25:55) Vermont is quirky.
(28:42) Akron Zips are the only D1 basketball team with female mascots
(36:12) Why is Vermont always the safety zone in dystopian apocalyptic films
(38:41) Is Vermont really an actual place? People say it's not
(41:20) MLW makes every episode in six days. I learned that from South Park
(44:50) Not many people do this. Let's just put it in wrestling terms, right
(48:12) There's some wrestlers that pander to the IWC a little too much
(48:51) What's your favorite console and why is it PlayStation 2
(49:05) Thomas: I judge consoles by how they made me feel at that time
(52:07) You are actually bigger than Thomas. And you are doing indies. How do you get around when traveling
(54:47) Are there promotions which you're sort of your regulars at every month
(57:53) Riddle says wrestlers should respect each other in locker rooms
(58:48) A.J. francis is rehabilitating his public image
(01:02:43) What's your masters in? Industrial Organizational Psychology
(01:08:40) You know, Gravedigger's gonna win, brother. You know it. And what was the other thing on Spike or TNN
(01:14:29) I'm always looking for someone to squash in about 15 seconds
Chapters:
(00:00) Thomas will be the new MLW world heavyweight champion
(03:42) People say I'm getting cooked because I disagreed with Dave Meltzer
(04:19) Haku's wrestling connection right now is Rad Pro Wrestling
(16:08) With nil and transfer portal, there is no way John Morant stayed at Murray State
(17:36) Billy only bets every day on baseball exclusively. Baseball is one of the most frustrating sports to gamble on
(20:20) Do you think someone will eventually break Barry Bonds home run record
(23:56) The Yankees used torpedo bats in spring training, but no one noticed
(25:55) Vermont is quirky.
(28:42) Akron Zips are the only D1 basketball team with female mascots
(36:12) Why is Vermont always the safety zone in dystopian apocalyptic films
(38:41) Is Vermont really an actual place? People say it's not
(41:20) MLW makes every episode in six days. I learned that from South Park
(44:50) Not many people do this. Let's just put it in wrestling terms, right
(48:12) There's some wrestlers that pander to the IWC a little too much
(48:51) What's your favorite console and why is it PlayStation 2
(49:05) Thomas: I judge consoles by how they made me feel at that time
(52:07) You are actually bigger than Thomas. And you are doing indies. How do you get around when traveling
(54:47) Are there promotions which you're sort of your regulars at every month
(57:53) Riddle says wrestlers should respect each other in locker rooms
(58:48) A.J. francis is rehabilitating his public image
(01:02:43) What's your masters in? Industrial Organizational Psychology
(01:08:40) You know, Gravedigger's gonna win, brother. You know it. And what was the other thing on Spike or TNN
(01:14:29) I'm always looking for someone to squash in about 15 seconds