#215: The Appalachian pro-wrestling lawyer who is also fighting opioid companies

Chuck and Big John talk about a question they posed, “How would you describe Appalachia to someone who has never been there”, and the answers they received.Then, we have an extensive interview with Beckley, WV-based attorney Steve New, who has represented many pro-wrestlers as their attorney, and has worked on complex litigation representing babies against opioid manufacturers.  Featured Music:Opening song: “Maggie 40 years later” by MA'AMLinks: https://linktr.ee/maam_agramBeef Rap — Credit goes to Mr. Awful (Instagram @mrawful304)-----------------------------------------------Timestamps:01:42 — Intro and bio on our guest 06:30 — Sharing answers to the question “How would you describe Appalachia to someone who has never been there?”31:38 — Pre-interview intro32:00 —  Interview with Steve New32:30 — Wrestling and how Steve got started in the industry as an attorney43:44— Banning non-compete contracts in wrestling and in general51:19 — Importance of unionization, especially in Appalachia and wrestling55:30 — Wrestling needs a union01:05:00 — Representing babies and infants against opioid companies01:33:27 — Beef with Target and corporate price inflating-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachi-----------------------------------------------Check out our fantastic sponsors!Red Rooster Coffee! Use our promo code “DOLLY” for free shipping!https://www.redroostercoffee.com/CBD and THC gummies & more: (use code “BANJO” for 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/ DISCLAIMER: None of the views expressed in this show represent the views of either Chuck or John's employers, and they never will. Send us Fan MailSupport the show