Episode 007 - Adam Ricker: The Interview

Episode 7 of the Two Kings Podcast podcast, hosted by Brian Weeks & Adam Ricker, titled "Episode 007 - Adam Ricker: The Interview" was published on July 25, 2020 and runs 113 minutes.

July 25, 2020 ·113m · Two Kings Podcast

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Summary

On the outside, "Aftershock" Adam Ricker had it all. Four-time IWE Triple Crown Champion. Executive Director. But what most people couldn't see was that there was a high price to pay for Adam's lifelong ambition to be a professional wrestler. Racism, homophobia, sexual misconduct, misogyny, and more - Local celebrity is not always glamorous. This week, we take the Two Kings Podcast in a different direction. Recently, there has been a movement in the world of professional wrestling, exposing the people and actions that have gone on for far too long, with he hashtag #SpeakingOut. Several weeks ago, Adam shared a portion of his story on his social media, but our listeners deserve the full story of one local wrestling promotion, and one man's journey through the firestorm. As a performer, and as a a behind-the-scenes part of the company, Adam has a unique opportunity to show both sides of the industry, and we urge you to join us this week for a very special Two Kings Podcast. This week, we are devoting the entire podcast to an in-depth interview with the Artist Formerly Known as "Aftershock" Adam Ricker. This is one episode of The Two Kings Podcast that you won't want to miss.

Episode Description

On the outside, "Aftershock" Adam Ricker had it all.

Four-time IWE Triple Crown Champion. Executive Director.

But what most people couldn't see was that there was a high price to pay for Adam's lifelong ambition to be a professional wrestler. Racism, homophobia, sexual misconduct, misogyny, and more - Local celebrity is not always glamorous.

This week, we take the Two Kings Podcast in a different direction. Recently, there has been a movement in the world of professional wrestling, exposing the people and actions that have gone on for far too long, with he hashtag #SpeakingOut.

Several weeks ago, Adam shared a portion of his story on his social media, but our listeners deserve the full story of one local wrestling promotion, and one man's journey through the firestorm. As a performer, and as a a behind-the-scenes part of the company, Adam has a unique opportunity to show both sides of the industry, and we urge you to join us this week for a very special Two Kings Podcast.

This week, we are devoting the entire podcast to an in-depth interview with the Artist Formerly Known as "Aftershock" Adam Ricker. This is one episode of The Two Kings Podcast that you won't want to miss.