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Richard Hanania's Newsletter 1560 implied HN points 22 Feb 24
  1. The Von Erich family faced a series of tragedies and cursed outcomes, leading to a significant impact on their lives and professional wrestling careers.
  2. The Von Erichs were emblematic of an era in wrestling where personal struggles and behind-the-scenes challenges often contradicted the public image portrayed.
  3. The Von Erich story serves as a cautionary tale about the effects of social contagion, family dynamics, and the perils of fame and the wrestling industry.
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Brian Knapp’s Newsletter 19 implied HN points 20 Sep 23
  1. Virtual Championship Rasslin is hosting Gold Rush 2023, a virtual wrestling tournament.
  2. In Gold Rush, wrestlers must win three matches in one night with damage retention turned on.
  3. Famous wrestlers like Ric Flair and John Cena are part of the tournament.
The Author Is Dumb 1 implied HN point 29 Apr 23
  1. Professional wrestling transitioned from real competition to entertainment to cater to the crowd's desire for entertainment.
  2. The wrestling industry experienced different eras, such as the territorial system, the national expansion by WWE, and the peak popularity during the Attitude Era.
  3. Despite its flaws, pro wrestling uniquely combines storytelling, athleticism, and entertainment, offering a tailored and predetermined form of excitement.
Sounds Good! 0 implied HN points 14 Jan 24
  1. The author fondly recalls watching Wrestlemania III and considers it the peak of pro-wrestling.
  2. Watching Wrestlemania III allows the author to reminisce about childhood and enjoy the nostalgia of past wrestling matches.
  3. The event stands out as a significant moment in 80s pro-wrestling culture that helped establish the genre in mainstream pop-culture.