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The Lapsed Fan

The Lapsed Fan
Terry Funk
Wrestling
Mick Foley
ECW
WWE
The Lapsed Fan
Hulk Hogan
Rocky III
Wrestlemania
Attitude Era
Death Matches
Sylvester Stallone
Mr. T
Pro Wrestling
Wrestlemania 14
WCW
Atsushi Onita
IWA
Industry Changes
Fitness

The Lapsed Fan co-chairmen bring a unique chemistry and perspective to discussion of the pro wrestling of lore, reviewing archived pay-per-views with a fresh set of eyes, and identifying just what it was that made wrestling better – or, often, worse – in years past. Consider it the definitive audio guide to the archived shows in your WWE Network. Or don't, but be sure to listen for the spills and ... more

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Recent Guests

Pat Patterson
Professional wrestler and booker, known for his influential role in wrestling
Episode: Ep. 430:The Complete Hulk Hogan | The Birth of Hulk Hogan (Part 2.5, Matsuda)
Hiro Matsuda
Trainer and professional wrestler, known for his tough training methods
Episode: Ep. 430:The Complete Hulk Hogan | The Birth of Hulk Hogan (Part 2.5, Matsuda)
Jerry Brisco
Former professional wrestler and promoter
Episode: Ep. 430:The Complete Hulk Hogan | The Birth of Hulk Hogan (Part 2.5, Matsuda)
Hulk Hogan
Wrestling legend and cultural icon
Episode: Ep. 430: The Complete Hulk Hogan | The Birth of Hulk Hogan (Part 2, Matsuda)
Jerry Briscoe
Longtime wrestler and promoter
Episode: Ep. 430: The Complete Hulk Hogan | The Birth of Hulk Hogan (Part 2, Matsuda)
Brian Blair
Professional wrestler and promoter
Episode: Ep. 430: The Complete Hulk Hogan | The Birth of Hulk Hogan (Part 2, Matsuda)
Vic Pettit
Childhood friend of Terry Bollea
Episode: The Complete Hulk Hogan: TLF Interviews Vic Pettit, Terry's Childhood Friend
Ronda Rousey
Former UFC Champion and WWE Superstar
UFC, WWE
Episode: TLF Special Interview: Ronda Rousey
PJ Landers
Seasoned New York comedian, actor, writer, and owner of the Comedy Village
Comedy Village
Episode: TLF Special Interview: PJ Landers

Hosts

Jack Encarnacio
Co-chairman with extensive insights into wrestling history and culture, delivering energetic narrations and critiques.
JP Sarro
Co-chairman known for his humor and engaging commentary, providing a distinctive take on wrestling narratives and guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Brother

    Dopey paranoid Hulk Hogan is the funniest thing in podcasting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bababooeeeeee
    United States2 months ago
  • Governor Ventura

    I drive truck 11 hours a day and it’s you guys that make the time go by. I swear to god I might end up off the side of the road from laughing at your Jesse The Body impressions. Cheers fellas, well done 🥃

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Glenn in Norwood
    Canada3 months ago
  • Parasites

    After listening to your hour of bad-mouthing Hulk Hogan upon news of his death, I’m finally going to have to pull the plug on this show, and if the complete lack of advertising revenue indicated by the repeated minute-long gaps of dead-air where marketable podcasts typically run ads, I have to assume the end is drawing near anyway. I’ve always found men making a living* disparaging other people’s success somewhat sad, but your Hogan anti-tribute was legitimately embarrassing. Why would his indus... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    YUsucksobad
    United States3 months ago
  • TLF’s timeliness

    To randomly have 1994 Bash at the Beach as last pod before Hulkamania checked out is sooooo TLF.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stemsandseeds
    United States3 months ago
  • Good Bye original episodes

    I’m upset that the oldest of episodes are slowly going away once they reached the 1000 episode count. We are losing reviews but still have mail bag episodes. 😢oh well keep up the amazing content 😁

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    phatllama
    United States3 months ago

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Overall, the podcast is celebrated for its nostalgic content, with many arguing it's the best wrestling podcast available.
Listeners appreciate the humorous banter and insightful critiques of wrestling lore.
Some find the lengthy tangents and comedic styles of the hosts polarizing, leading to mixed feelings about the show's direction.

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Ep. 426: Summer Mailbag
Q: What are we going to do as a podcast about Hulk Hogan's death?
We are going to cover everything about Hulk Hogan that we never got to when he was here.
Under the CineMat Special Interview: Glenn Kane of “Spotlight”
Q: How did you get involved as a professional wrestling referee?
I started out in film, then began attending wrestling promotions, leading to an opportunity to referee at a match after they had no referee show up.
Ep. 412: 'The Coliseum Collection' Bruno Sammartino, Wrestling's Living Legend (Part 2)
Q: Bruno, do you have any thought of once again coming out of retirement?
I don't need to come out of retirement. I'm doing well financially and want to prove that age is not a cutoff for performance in wrestling.
TLF Special Interview: Brian Penry Part 2
Q: Can you tell us about your experience as the creative director at WWF?
Penry shares insights into the various aspects of his role, including designing logos and managing promotional materials for wrestlers, as well as directing photo shoots.
TLF Special Interview: Brian Penry Part 1
Q: Can you tell us about how WrestleMania got its name?
Brian shares that the name was first uttered by a colleague who linked it to Beatlemania, and it perfectly captured the excitement of the event.

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The episodic discussions center around the rich history and culture of professional wrestling, often revisiting iconic moments and figures in the sport. Featuring a blend of humor, analysis, and nostalgic reflection, episodes encompass various topics from in-depth explorations of wrestling legends to critiquing contemporary wrestling dynamics. Unique to this content is the hosts' playful banter and their commitment to capturing the essence of wrestling fandom, drawing connections between past events and their impacts on today's landscape. They frequently tackle complex narratives surrounding influential figures like Hulk Hogan and Ronda Rousey, and provide insights into the storytelling aspects of wrestling, making it appealing for both avi... more

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Recent guests on The Lapsed Fan include:

1. Pat Patterson
2. Hiro Matsuda
3. Jerry Brisco
4. Hulk Hogan
5. Jerry Briscoe
6. Brian Blair
7. Vic Pettit
8. Ronda Rousey

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