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EPISODE · Nov 29, 2025 · 1H 3M

American Gladiator Raye Hollitt

from The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel · host Doug and Jamie

Next week we’re diving into the wild, over-the-top world of Hot Shots! Part Deux — but this week, we’re sitting down with an absolute icon of strength, grit, and ’90s TV greatness… Raye “Zap” Hollitt from American Gladiators!Whether you grew up glued to the Eliminator, love behind-the-scenes stories from peak ’90s action TV, or just want to hear an inspiring journey from small-town beginnings to national fame, this episode is for you. Raye was one of the ORIGINAL Gladiators, and her story is incredible.In this episode we talk about:💥 Raye’s path from Scranton, PA to bodybuilding stardom⚡ Becoming an OG American Gladiator and shaping the show’s early legacy📺 Behind-the-scenes stories from the arena — training, rivalries, fans, injuries & the real Gladiator grind🎞️ Her acting roles across TV and film throughout the ’80s and ’90s🔥 The challenges of being a pioneer in women’s strength athletics💫 How she’s reinvented herself and stayed connected to Gladiators fans decades laterRaye brings passion, honesty, humor, and a TON of amazing stories from the early days of American Gladiators — whether you’re a longtime fan or meeting her for the first time, you’re going to love this one.🎬 Your Homework:Watch Hot Shots! Part Deux — the sequel that pushes the parody genre to full insanity. We’re breaking it down next week, and it’s even funnier after hearing Raye’s stories.📲 Follow us everywhere: @sequelsonly🌐 Website: https://sequelsonly.com💬 Don’t forget to rate, review, and share with friends, enemies, neighbors, gym buddies… and anyone who ever dreamed of hearing their name announced in the Gladiator arena.

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