Wrestling with History featuring Bill Apter and Ken Resnick - ep 30 - Randy Savage

Wrestling with History covers different periods in the history of pro wrestling with behind the scenes looks at the stars, the events, and the promoters. Former WWE and AWA Broadcaster Ken Resnick joins forces with Legendary Pro Wrestling Journalist Bill Apter and former Philadelphia Radio Personality Bruce Wirt for a trip down memory lane. In this episode: Apter explains the story behind Andy Kaufman's neck brace that he gave to Jerry Lawler and WWE on the A&E Buried Treasures show How Apter met Andy Kaufman Resnick on whether old school wrestling would hold up in today's television environment Resnick on working with Randy Savage for backstage interviews and promos Resnick on talent's perception of Gene Okerlund Drug testing in wrestling; perceptions and realities VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE and AWA broadcaster Ken Resnick, former WCW performer The Maestro, former TNA Impact talent Wes Brisco, Pro Wrestling Illustrated’s Brady Hicks, independent pro wrestling and Fireball Run star Sassy Stephie, and more! Since 2010, VOC Nation has brought listeners into the minds of the biggest stars in pro wrestling and entertainment. Subscribe to the podcasts for free on most major directories, and visit vocnation.com for live programming. Subscribe to premium - only $3/mo - for commercial full commercial free audio and video episodes. Exclusive access to 50 years of Bill Apter's interview archives is available for a nominal charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices