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June 12, 2018
​In this "Life of Pablo" style episode of The Military Industrial Suplex, Tom and Tim discuss the history and reality of religion in pro wrestling and pro wrestling's constant struggle to present a rational approach to religion and spirituality within a pro wrestling's secular narrative. From Voodoo practitioners to cult leaders, what does pro wrestling teach us about the power of belief? The duo discuss pro wrestling’s portrayal of Christianity, Islam, Afro-Centric religion, and even the Shinto influenced sport of Sumo. Religion in pro wrestling is usually offensive and downright tasteless, but does it alway have to be?
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