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When It Was Cool Wrestling (DragonKingKarl)

Apr 26, 2021

DragonKingKarl continues this re-edited long form history of pro wrestling series covering the years 1917 (the death of Frank Gotch) through the Ed "Stranger" Lewis era. Also discussing Earl Caddock, Joe Stecher, Danno O'Mahoney, Jim Londos, Wladek and Stanislaus Zbyszko, and many others. The World War 1 through the...


Apr 7, 2021

The origin and evolution of pro wrestling action figures from wrestling historian DragonKingKarl (Karl Stern). Taking a look at AWA Remco, LJN WWF action figures, Hasbro, Jakks, Mattel, and more! This is your detailed history of pro wrestling action figures in the United States. Support WhenItWasCool.com on Patreon at


Apr 1, 2021

Buck "Rock and Roll" Zumhofe was a staple of the 1970s-80s pro wrestling scene. While largely a mainstay in the AWA, he also worked World Class and WWF regularly. He was a multi-time AWA World Junior champion. He was also a convicted sex offender and everybody knew it including spending a stint in prison between runs in...