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Hello and welcome to the My 1-2-3 Cents Podcast! This show was created in 2014, four years after the My 1-2-3 Cents brand was officially born in blog and vlog form. On this show, host Kevin Hunsperger discusses the world of pro wrestling from the indy scene to AEW to WWE and more. Show themes include Movie Mania with cohost Chad Smart, 2 is Greater than 1 with cohost Tyler ‘Heath’ Hatton, The Interview with various guests in the world of wrestling, and Confessions of An Indy Ring Announcer, ...
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Why Did I Do That?

Lauren Wang, Yusra Sulaiman

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In a podcast made BY teens FOR teens, Yusra and Lauren introduce psychology in a fun & accessible way. They’ll dive into the depths of various scenarios that have made you wonder, ‘Why did I do that?’
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The Montreal Screwjob is one of the most talked about incidents in pro wrestling history. However, I realized we never discussed it on the podcast. So, this week, Chad Smart and I are taking a look at what would have happened if, instead of Bret Hart, it was Shawn screwing Shawn. Let us know your thoughts! Please donate a wrestling figure to the My…
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Stride Pro Wrestling returned on Friday night at Crab Orchard High School. This week on the podcast, I share my thoughts on that fantastic evening and other thoughts on the world of pro wrestling. Please donate a wrestling figure to the My 1-2-3 Cents Wrestling Figure Drive. You can also make a donation via Venmo, CashApp, or Paypal. Please leave a…
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Goldberg burst onto the scene more than 25 years ago. Now, it’s been announced that his retirement match will take place in WWE in 2025. Chad Smart joins the show to discuss Goldberg’s career and our thoughts on the final match treatment. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Insta…
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Tyler ‘Heath’ Hatton and I left Stride Pro Wrestling 18 months ago. On November 8, 2024, the brand will return for a one-night event at Crab Orchard High School in Marion, Illinois. Tyler and I discuss the comeback, what we’ve been up to, and what the future holds for Stride Pro Wrestling. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check…
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Was the Dungeon of Doom the greatest faction in wrestling? Of course not, but the group has its place in history, and this week, I’m showing some love to the Master, the Task Master, Shark, Zodiak, Meng, Kamala, and other members. Speaking of Kamala, he was my guest on Episode 30 of the podcast way back in 2015. Check it out here. Please leave a re…
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AEW recently celebrated its fifth anniversary. This week on the show, Chad Smart joins me to discuss how the company has impacted the wrestling landscape. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the Facebook Group and have some fun! You can …
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Wrestling Under the Influence is back with a fall flare. I’m drinking Painted Ladies Pumpkin Spice Ale by Tyranena Brewing this week. The discussion focuses on some of the ‘painted ladies’ of the ring, like Thunder Rosa, Rhea Ripley, Sherri Martel, and Luna Vachon. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on so…
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These days, Vince McMahon may be the most polarizing figure in professional wrestling. The newly released docuseries Mr. McMahon further complicates the issue. This week’s podcast features my thoughts on the Netflix series. Reminder: I do not condone or excuse any of Vince McMahon’s allegations. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it!…
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Remembering Saturday Night’s Main Event, we’re on a nostalgia ride this week. WWE is bringing the show back this December. Chad and I share memories of SNME and thoughts on how it’ll work in 2024. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the …
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It’s hard to believe, but WWE SmackDown has been a part of our lives for more than 25 years now. This week, Chad Smart and I share our thoughts on the blue brand, some memories, and the show’s impact on the wrestling business. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Tw…
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What makes for a great commentary team? Chad Smart and I discuss that and more on this week’s podcast. Let us know who your favorite commentators are through the years. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the Facebook Group and have some…
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The wrestling world is mourning another loss, this time Sid Vicious, aka Sycho Sid, aka Sid Justice. I had the good fortune of meeting Sid in 1999 and interviewing him on the news while working at WOWL in Florence, Alabama. Here’s the clip. This week, Chad Smart joins the show to discuss our favorite Sid moments. Please share yours with us, too. Pl…
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This week, five years ago, Heath Hatton and I won the Stride Pro Wrestling tag team titles. It seems surreal even five years later. I can’t explain how grateful I am to Heath, Jay Spade, and Tony Flood for making this possible. However, I attempt to in this week’s podcast as I go back and watch the match on YouTube. You can view it here, too! Pleas…
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SummerSlam 1990 is one of my favorite events under that brand. Nostalgia is always welcome. Hulk Hogan, The Ultimate Warrior, Rick Rude, Kerry Von Erich—they’re all big players at this event. I rebooked parts of the show and tried WWE Prime. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, In…
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The wrestling world has lost another legend in Kevin Sullivan. The former Taskmaster died late last week at the age of 74. This week on the podcast, Chad Smart and I share some memories of Sullivan and talk about his influence on pro wrestling. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook,…
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SummerSlam 2024 is over. This week on the podcast, Chad Smart and I share our thoughts on the show, including Roman Reigns’ return, Cody Rhodes’ title run, and Gunther’s rise. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the Facebook Group and ha…
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In July 1984, the WWF and MTV teamed up for their first-ever wrestling special, The Brawl to End It All. It was unique because the only match to air on TV that night was the women’s championship match between The Fabulous Moolah and Wendi Richter. Chad Smart joined the show to discuss the event and that era of wrestling as we were on the cusp of Wr…
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‘Double J’ Jeff Jarrett is one of the icons of the pro wrestling industry. I have admired him for many years, especially since I met him on more than one occasion. So this week, the pod is all about the Last Outlaw. I’ve got a raffle in July to raise funds for the cause. For every $5 donated, you’ll be entered to win this prize pack, which includes…
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John Cena has announced his plans to retire from WWE at the end of 2025. In this week’s episode, I discuss the announcement and share some thoughts on Cena’s legacy. What are your favorite memories? I’ve got a raffle in July to raise funds for the cause. For every $5 donated, you’ll be entered to win this prize pack, which includes: XL Jeff Hardy T…
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It’s the week of July 4th, and I’m celebrating with some American-themed beers and some of wrestling’s lesser-known patriots. Let me know your thoughts as well. I’ve got a raffle in July to raise funds for the cause. For every $5 donated, you’ll be entered to win this prize pack, which includes: XL Jeff Hardy T-shirt Kenny Omega AEW DVD Pro Wrestli…
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Christmas is six months away, and it’s time to start thinking about the seventh annual My 1-2-3 Cents Wrestling Figure Drive. We’ve already collected some cash and figures to donate to Toys for Tots in December. I’ve got a raffle in July to raise funds for the cause. For every $5 donated, you’ll be entered to win this prize pack, which includes: XL…
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It’s Episode 500 of the My 1-2-3 Cents Podcast. Thanks to all who supported the show since December 2014. Chad and I discuss some current wrestling topics this week and look back on 500 episodes! Thank you to everyone who has listened, watched, or been a guest on the My 1-2-3 Cents Podcast! Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Chec…
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The Muppets have always been a big part of my life. It was a love for the Muppets that came long before wrestling. However, the two passions intersected on my seventh birthday. That story is the subject of this week’s podcast. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Tw…
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John Cena has proven he has the wrestler-to-movie star cross-over appeal. This week on the podcast, we talk more about that with his latest film, Ricky Stanicky. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the Facebook Group and have some fun! Y…
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Six years ago this week, I wrestled in a steel cage match. It’s the only time I’ve done this. But man, what an experience it was. This week, I reflect on that night and what led to the match against Roger Matheus. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123…
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My daughter just graduated from high school, so I thought about when I graduated (1991) and where the wrestling world was. This week, I compared and contrasted some of the superstars and then compared them to the stars of today. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and …
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It’s Chad’s birthday, and I’m celebrating it with an episode of Make Me Choose. This time, it’s tag team partners. Thanks to all who weighed in. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the Facebook Group and have some fun! You can also subsc…
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Growing up, Kerry Von Erich was my favorite wrestler. For nostalgia purposes, he’s still on my Mount Rushmore, some 30+ years after his death. This week on the podcast, I chatted with ‘Pondwater’ Dave, also a Von Erich superfan. He was in the crowd the day Kerry beat Ric Flair for the NWA Heavyweight title (May 6, 1984). We chat about that day, wre…
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Getting to meet a pro wrestler is always a great adventure. At least it has been for me. I’ve been fortunate to meet more than I can remember at times, as I forgot to mention a handful on this week’s podcast. And despite having met some of the all-time greats, there are three who elude my list. Find out who they are on this week’s episode. Please l…
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The world lost a bright and creative mind in Bray Wyatt back in August 2023. WWE has been teasing the return of the Wyatt Family in some form or fashion. This week, Chad Smart and I talked more about what is necessary to make this a successful venture (in our opinion). Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents o…
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Rey Mysterio has been an icon in pro wrestling for over two decades. This week, I toast him with a Wrestling Under the Influence Podcast featuring a Mexican brew by Lil Beaver Brewing called PDC. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the F…
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Embark on an enlightening expedition through the ever-evolving world of cloud computing with our special guest, Anil Murty from Akash Network. Our conversation navigates the transformative landscape of cloud infrastructure, marking the pivotal moments that have led to the birth of decentralized cloud . Discover why Akash's innovative approach is sh…
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WrestleMania XL is over; we didn’t discuss it this week. Instead, Chad Smart and I flashback to the ten Wrestlemanias we’ve attended. It’s a fun trip down memory lane. What Manias have you been to? Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the…
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The Road to WrestleMania continues on the podcast, and this week, we’re looking at how WrestleMania evolved in the 21st century. From ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin to the Undertaker to John Cena, we talk more about the brand and its evolution. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Inst…
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WrestleMania is a household word, but this week on the podcast, Chad and I look back to the 90s when the business and the brand took a noticeable dip. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Join the Facebook Group and vote in the Enhancement Tal…
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WrestleMania season is my favorite time of year. This week on the podcast, I’m talking about a few of my favorite WrestleMania returns after a long hiatus from the event. Some Superstars in the conversation include ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin, ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper, and Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it!…
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The U.S. Express, Barry Windham, and Mike Rotundo have been announced for the 2024 WWE Hall of Fame. For one, I am excited to hear this announcement. I share a few memories of the team and the men behind them in a short podcast version. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagr…
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The Hall of Fame ceremony has become a staple of WrestleMania Week, and it’s one of my favorite things about this time of year. This week on the podcast, Chad and Kevin break down the event and talk about some of the ceremonies they’ve attended. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook…
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From a small town in Bihar to the buzzing tech hubs of Silicon Valley, Ankita Verma's story is nothing short of cinematic. As the co-founder and CEO of Persona, Ankita sheds light on her incredible journey through academia and the corporate world, culminating in her venture into the groundbreaking realm of Web 3. This episode is a goldmine for anyo…
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Sting has been a huge part of pro wrestling for nearly 40 years. On March 3, 2024, he’s wrestling his last match. This week on the podcast, Chad Smart and I look back at some of Sting’s highlights and talk about others who should have had a big sendoff for their career. A friend of the show, Kevin McCleery, lost everything in a recent house fire. A…
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It’s Presidents Day, and we’re celebrating with a look at authority figures in modern-day wrestling. Should Tony Khan take a more hands-on-camera role with AEW? Chad Smart and I discuss this. A friend of the show, Kevin McCleery, lost everything in a recent house fire. A GoFundMe is set up, but if you’d rather donate a figure or two to his young so…
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Taylor Swift has been big business for the NFL, but what if Taylor dated a WWE, AEW, or TNA star instead of Travis Kelce? How would the companies have handled it? Would Swifties flock to the WWE Universe? Chad Smart (who has attended four Taylor Swift concerts) joins me for the discussion. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check…
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Bayley has officially punched her ticket to WrestleMania 40 and will be facing Iyo Sky for the WWE Women’s Championship. This week on the podcast, some thoughts on Bayley and a toast to her career over a can of beer called Big Hugs by Half Acre Brewing in Chicago. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Join the Royal Rumble contest t…
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The 2024 Royal Rumble is behind us, and we’re on the Road to WrestleMania with a stop coming up at the Elimination Chamber. This week, a few thoughts on the event and some of the behind-the-scenes drama at WWE. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Join the Royal Rumble contest too! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook…
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For 40 years now, Hulkamania has been running wild. Hulk Hogan won the WWF Championship on January 23, 1984. But what if Hulk Hogan never existed? This week on the podcast, Kevin shares six wrestlers he thinks could have been the face of the WWF in the mid-80s. Chad critiques the list. It’s big fun. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of…
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There’s no shortage of great questions for this week’s Ask My 1-2-3 Cents. I tackle everything from AEW to WWE and everything in between. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Also, head over to the My 1-2-3 Cents Facebook group. You can also s…
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The Honky Tonk Man remains one of my all-time favorites. I’ve even had the great pleasure of meeting him a couple of times. This week, in honor of Elvis’ birthday, I’m drinking a beer called Fat Elvis by 4 Hands Brewing Company and watching one of my favorite HTM matches against ‘Macho Man’ Randy Savage, from the October 1987 Saturday Night’s Main …
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We’re starting 2024 off with a movie review. Over the past week, Chad Smart and I have both seen The Iron Claw and offer our thoughts on this biopic. Have you seen it? What did you think? Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Also, head over to…
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Merry Christmas! It is the Christmas Episode of the podcast. It’s a short and sweet list of gifts I’d give to a handful in the wrestling business. Let me know what you’d gift this year. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my123cents). Also, head over to t…
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Santa Claus has been a big part of the wrestling scene for decades. This week, I share my six favorite moments involving the jolly ol’ elf in the wrestling ring. And yes, I realized I said Episode 774 after the fact. Please leave a review and send me a screenshot of it! Check out My 1-2-3 Cents on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@my…
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