Author: Marc Madison (Editor in Chief)

How can something intended to create so much happiness be a vehicle for so much fear? Doink the Clown first appeared in the WWF in the early 90s. A character who dressed like a clown but spent the earlier part of his career pulling pranks that bordered on cruelty became prominent. From his debut came about a legitimately diagnosed phobia, Coulrophobia. Doink – Wrestling’s Emergence of Coulrophobia Coulrophobia (COOl-ruh-FOE-bee-uh) is a fear (phobia) of clowns. Children and adults who fear clowns may experience extreme, irrational reactions when they see clowns in person or view pictures or videos of clowns. The…

Scott Charles Bigelow, better known to the world of professional wrestling as Bam Bam Bigelow, was one of the most unique and unmistakable figures in wrestling history. Standing 6’4” and weighing over 390 pounds, Bigelow moved with surprising agility for his size. His signature flame tattoo covering his bald head, combined with his speed and athleticism, made him an attraction wherever he worked. Over a career that spanned more than two decades, Bigelow captured titles in several promotions, wrestled in memorable matches on some of the biggest stages, and left a mark on the industry that endures to this day.…

In the golden era of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) during the mid-1980s, few rivalries ignited the passion of fans quite like the one between Tito Santana and Greg Valentine. This feud wasn’t just about championships—it was a bitter personal war that spanned over a year and helped define the Intercontinental Championship’s importance in wrestling history between Santana and The Hammer. Their encounters were physical, brutal, and psychological. Santana’s fiery Latino pride clashed violently with Valentine’s cold, calculating ruthlessness. This wasn’t just face vs. heel—it was heart vs. hammer. Origins of War: Clashing Styles and Ideals The Emergence of the…

In the early 1980s, wrestling was just beginning to use real music for entrances—no licensing, just bold choices such as Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath. Osbourne’s inclusion in wrestling history began as the 1980s. Then emerged The Road Warriors (Hawk and Animal), a tag team whose look and presence redefined what a wrestling team could be. Their legend wasn’t just built on size, paint, and spikes—it was the moment Black Sabbath’s “Iron Man” stormed through arena speakers. Ozzy Osbourne – He is Iron Man As they prepared for their AWA debut in 1984, manager Paul Ellering and the duo were searching…

On October 23rd, 1983, Buzz Sawyer and Tommy Rich faced off against one another in what was titled – The Last Battle of Atlanta. However, before their final, decisive bout, it is important to recall what led to this infamous battle between them. Their rivalry truly ignited in early 1982, centered around the NWA Georgia National Heavyweight Championship. Buzz Sawyer defeated Rich for the title on May 2, 1982, marking the start of repeated clashes. Rich recalls calling it a weekly ordeal: “It was a fight every night… He had a bad personality. He was rough. I just went in…

After the shocking conclusion of WWE Raw last week, there are a number of things to consider as we preview Raw in Advance for 10/20/25. Fans will recall that one man’s vision became quite blurry, another woman’s desire for dominance is likely threatened by a prodigy, and another double champion faces his toughest challenge to date against an absolute brute. RAW in Advance for 10/20/25 Women’s Intercontinental Championship: Becky Lynch vs. Maxxine Dupri Fans will recall a couple of weeks ago how Maxxine Dupri pulled off the upset of all upsets. While it wasn’t achieved by pinfall or submission, it…

Professional wrestling thrives on larger-than-life personalities, and few modern wrestlers embody that ethos quite like Max the Impaler. With their apocalyptic aesthetic, powerful in-ring style, and refusal to conform to gender norms, Max has quickly become one of the most talked-about wrestlers on the independent circuit and beyond. From the American independents to Japan’s prestigious Joshi scene, Max has made their presence felt as one of the most intimidating and groundbreaking wrestlers of their generation. Max the Impaler: Wrestling’s Wasteland Warrior Early Life and Beginnings Max the Impaler was born May 27, 1987, as Max Lindsey, and grew up in…

The  Carver of Cutters Alley, also known as Mallaki Matthews in his earlier career, is a unique and chilling figure in the independent wrestling circuit. Hailing from Davenport, Iowa, The Carver began his wrestling journey in 2012 after training with Matt Cage and Brian Ash. Initially wrestling under his real name, Matthews built a reputation in Midwest promotions like Scott County Wrestling, AAW, and DREAMWAVE, before expanding to notable promotions such as IWA Mid-South and Freelance Wrestling. In 2020, Matthews underwent a dramatic character transformation, rebranding himself as The Carver of Cutters Alley. Inspired by horror tropes, he adopted a…

Juventud Guerrera, affectionately dubbed “Juvi,” carved out a legacy as one of the most electrifying and dynamic cruiserweights in wrestling history. Known for his high-flying arsenal, bold charisma, and unique blend of lucha libre and American styles, Juventud became a bridge between cultures and generations in professional wrestling. Juventud Guerrera – The Emergence of The Juice in AAA Juventud Guerrera, son of lucha libre legend Fuerza Guerrera, debuted in AAA in 1992 and quickly built a reputation for his fast-paced, high-flying style. He became part of the vanguard that helped popularize lucha libre to North American audiences during AAA’s working…

In the first Raw after Crown Jewel Perth, we preview WWE Raw in Advance for 10/13/25. The event in Perth, Australia, proved to be the first Crown Jewel event outside of Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. But with new Crown Jewel champions crowned, what is next as we head towards the WWE’s next premium live event? Fans were witness to alliances formed and tensions building among family members. During Crown Jewel fans were also witness to arguably ‘the greatest of all time’ putting in a performance that fans won’t soon forget. With a series of moves that is as much of…