Author: Evan Ginzburg

Its Chaos Be Kind. In one of noted comedian Patton Oswalt’s network specials, he speaks of becoming a young widower after his wife dies at the tender age of 46. His wife, a brilliant author, didn’t believe in fate, Karma, a higher entity’s will, or anything along those lines. She exclaimed to him, simply, “It’s chaos, be kind.” Now I had spoken to my friend JJ Maguire just the other day and we were planning and scheming as always. JJ was Executive Producer on a Sci-Fi spectacular with a script in hand that he was exceedingly excited about. A potential…

The WRLD on GCW. The first rule of show business is to “know your audience.”And Game Changer Wrestling does just that. When NYC’s Hammerstein Ballroom sells out almost immediately before a lineup is even announced with ticket prices reaching as high as $200 ringside, they most certainly are a hot property. And the 2,000 plus rabid fans were on fire for this Pay Per View before the first blow was even thrown. As I had never seen GCW, didn’t know too many of their wrestlers or any of the angles, I grew curious based on their growing reputation alone.   …

You Cannot Kill David Arquette. David Arquette is a lifelong wrestling fan who at the peak of his acting fame made the WCW movie, Ready to Rumble. In 2000 he was brought into WCW TV storylines. He did not expect nor want to become their champion, but it was a ratings and publicity ploy. During his brief reign, he was used as pure comic relief.  The fans, in turn, hated him with a passion and he was deeply hurt by 18 years of trolling. Despite the fan reaction, the noted actor still had a love and passion for the business. Proving…

Pain & Pleasure. I have been a wrestling fan for nearly 50 years. Yes, you read that correctly. Along the way, I’ve watched innumerable WWE pay-per-views live (and occasionally in person) and experienced the spectrum of emotions. From the sheer joy of seeing Randy Savage versus Ricky Steamboat at WrestleMania 3 elevate wrestling to Art- to Shaemus beating Daniel Bryan in seconds and feeling disappointed, angered, and downright cheated. Thus, I want to walk you through just what this old-school fan thinks and feels as he watches one of these supposed “spectaculars.” And there are similar peaks and valleys in…

The Wrestling and Hip-Hop Connection with Imperial World Wrestling (IWW): Present One Division Rumble Imperial World Wrestling (IWW) is a sports brand owned by the Imanii Labels Network. Based out of Queens, New York, they have a unique mix of wrestling, fashion, Hip-Hop, dance, and more for a youth-oriented, appreciative urban crowd. Imperial World Wrestling has officially purchased One Division Pro. Both companies will still be featured on one brand. On June 12th 1DP/IWW presented the One Division Rumble live from Queens, NY. Rapper David Sincere backed by a full dance crew in-ring, warmed up the crowd on the card.…

My friend, Melissa Coates was a champion bodybuilder gracing the covers of innumerable fitness mags around the world, a professional wrestler (and later valet as Sabu’s “Super Genie”) who appeared on a WWE PPV, acted in a variety of independent films, and was a dear friend of mine who was at my wedding. I am devastated to learn of her death this past Wednesday, June 23rd. I was chatting with her via Instant Messenger just the other day and while I never could have imagined it would be our very last discussion, the words are so much more meaningful and…

When It Was – My Life On Both Sides of the Camera By Scott Romer & John Cosper Scott Romer is that Damon Runyonesque character deserving of a book. Describing himself as a world-renowned photographer, he has shot wrestlers, boxers, hall of fame athletes, dignitaries, and world leaders for nearly 50 years. He has also been a wrestler, announcer, manager, boxer, and so much more. The man wasn’t cut out to be a 9 to 5er. In short and sweet anecdotes by Romer and his equally colorful colleagues, he opens the door for you to enter into worlds where boxing…

Jeanne Basone is a professional wrestler, actress, model, artisan soapmaker, and stuntwoman. She is best known by her ring name Hollywood in the women’s wrestling syndicated television show, G.L.O.W., Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling. Basone was the first G.L.O.W. girl hired and the only one to appear in all episodes of the show from the pilot through the final season. She and her costars were recently honored by the Cauliflower Alley Club, a fraternal professional wrestling organization, for their achievements in helping break the glass ceiling in the sport. On Wrestling & Everything Coast to Coast, Jeanne Basone discusses wrestling, television,…

Carlos came from a family of professional wrestlers and entertainers. His father and uncle were masked Luchadors called The Silver Angels, Carlos (Los) Espada. His mother was also a Luchadora called the Black Widow. She would fill in for the female wrestlers that wouldn’t show up for events. Carlos learned two very important things from his father: “The more you know, the more you earn” & “never do things halfway.”  To this day, those inspirational words are the fuel that pushes Los to take on every task with passion and intensity. Losing himself in the creative flow of any project…

I have done radio, TV, and film for over 30 years and few folks I’ve encountered have as eclectic a resume as Joey Cassata. This is just a brief overview of this multi-talented individual who has a lifelong passion for professional wrestling. _________________ Joey Cassata is a drummer/actor/writer/producer. After touring the country with his original band, ZO2, with such acts as Kiss, Alice Cooper, Scorpions, Dream Theater, Stone Temple Pilots & Twisted Sister, Joey starred, Co-Wrote & Co-produced the hit IFC comedy series Z Rock. The premise: “Rock Band by Night, Kids Band by Day.” The cast and guest stars…