Episode Details

In the final chapter of Northwest Favorites: The Heart ofPortland Wrestling, host Frank Culbertson closes the series with three unforgettable figures whose careers span different eras, styles, and legacies — yet each helped define what Portland Wrestling truly was.

💥 Mark Lewin — A world-traveled star whose Portland chapter came late in a remarkable 30-year career. From early success in Vancouver to battles with the Von Steigers andBeauregard, Lewin brought experience, toughness, and a long legacy everywhere he went.

🐋 Don Leo Jonathan — One of the greatest big men in wrestling history and a true Northwest icon. His Portland run included Coliseum main events, NWA World Title matches against Gene Kiniski, and legendary bouts celebrated for their power and intensity. A giant with grace, intelligence, and global respect.

🐾 Moondog Ed Moretti — A charismatic, beloved Northwest fixture whose story is as personal as it is historic. From early Bay Area roots to homesteading in Portland, winning tag titles, and helping shape the region’s wrestling scene for decades, Moretti embodied the soul of the territory.

As this series comes to an end, we honor the wrestlers whoweren’t always the superstars — but were the fan favorites and fierce rivals who defined an era.

Based on The Encyclopedia of Portland Wrestlers by historian Mike Rodgers, available now on Amazon.

⭐ Next Week: A brand-new series begins —
The Mid-Card Chronicle: Featuring the dependable talents who made every card complete.
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