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June 22, 2025 88 mins

Join Justin Knipper and Fumi Saito in the fourth installment of their deep dive into the illustrious career of Antonio Inoki. This episode navigates the intricate events of the 1970s through the mid-1980s, shedding light on the business relationships Inoki forged with Vince McMahon Sr. and his rivalry with Bob Backlund. Delve into the layered interactions between New Japan Pro Wrestling and the WWF and uncover the undercurrents of Inoki’s matches that left their mark on wrestling history. Discover how media narratives were spun differently for Japanese and American audiences and explore the enduring legacy of Inoki's matches against iconic figures such as Stan Hansen and Hulk Hogan. Listen in to understand how these historical moments impacted both Japanese and international wrestling landscapes.

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