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00:00:00 – 00:02:54 – Opening Banter & Storytime
Diamond Dallas Page kicks off with a wild tale from the road, setting the tone for a night filled with legendary stories. The hosts, The Coach and Tommy Carlucci, introduce the show and reminisce about their combined 45+ years in wrestling. Tommy shares his recent appearance on Conrad Thompson’s podcast and a heartwarming story of Cody Rhodes making his granddaughter’s year at a WWE live event.
00:02:55 – 00:09:49 – DDP Joins Behind the Turnbuckle
Coach welcomes WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page, who’s fresh off an inspirational DDP Yoga workshop in Canada. DDP dives deep into his journey, mindset, and the power of belief—highlighting how affirmations, dreams, and persistence brought him from manager to wrestling icon.
00:09:50 – 00:18:19 – Early Struggles, Hustle & Finding His Place
DDP shares candid stories about breaking into wrestling, overcoming self-doubt, and the unorthodox path from nightclub manager to wrestler. He reveals how fate, tenacity, and networking with legends like Jake “The Snake” Roberts paved his way to the big leagues.
00:18:20 – 00:26:03 – The Nightclub Era, Crafting the DDP Persona & Dusty Rhodes Memories
Hear how running a club in Florida led DDP to befriend wrestling greats, brainstorm his “Diamond Dallas Page” persona, and connect with mentors like Dusty Rhodes. Behind-the-scenes stories paint a vivid picture of wrestling’s golden era.
00:26:04 – 00:33:10 – WCW’s Tumultuous Years, Eric Bischoff, and an Unforgettable Apology
DDP discusses the ups and downs of WCW during the Monday Night Wars, including a wild altercation (and even wilder reconciliation) with Eric Bischoff—featuring a literal offer to be punched in the mouth! He reflects on how these inside connections changed the course of wrestling history.
00:33:11 – 00:39:22 – Cody Rhodes Surprises Live On-Air!
In an electrifying twist, Cody Rhodes enters the podcast, reminiscing with Coach about their WWE days and sharing why fan interaction matters. Tommy recounts Cody’s backstage generosity, and Cody pulls back the curtain on his current WWE run, emphasizing collaboration, growth, and the evolving culture under Triple H.
00:39:23 – 00:44:34 – Mentorship & Wrestling’s New Generation
Cody opens up about DDP’s impact, how legends can genuinely help the next wave, and what it takes to break the “glass ceiling” in modern wrestling. Both legends stress the importance of open-mindedness, authentic storytelling, and adapting to wrestling’s ever-changing audience.
00:44:35 – 01:00:19 – Greatest Moments & Messages to the Fans
From DDP’s emotional path to championship gold to Cody’s career-defining WrestleMania 40 moment (eye-to-eye with John Cena!), listeners get an inside look at what truly drives superstars. The episode wraps with heartfelt advice for wrestling fans—past, present, and future—and a call to embrace the community and magic of live shows.
01:00:20 – END – Closing Thoughts & What’s Next
Coach and Tommy reflect on this epic, star-studded episode, tease upcoming guests like Tony Chimel, Victoria, and The Godfather, and encourage listeners to stay tuned for more insider access to wrestling’s biggest names. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
00:00:00 – 00:02:54 – Opening Banter & Storytime
Diamond Dallas Page kicks off with a wild tale from the road, setting the tone for a night filled with legendary stories. The hosts, The Coach and Tommy Carlucci, introduce the show and reminisce about their combined 45+ years in wrestling. Tommy shares his recent appearance on Conrad Thompson’s podcast and a heartwarming story of Cody Rhodes making his granddaughter’s year at a WWE live event.
00:02:55 – 00:09:49 – DDP Joins Behind the Turnbuckle
Coach welcomes WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page, who’s fresh off an inspirational DDP Yoga workshop in Canada. DDP dives deep into his journey, mindset, and the power of belief—highlighting how affirmations, dreams, and persistence brought him from manager to wrestling icon.
00:09:50 – 00:18:19 – Early Struggles, Hustle & Finding His Place
DDP shares candid stories about breaking into wrestling, overcoming self-doubt, and the unorthodox path from nightclub manager to wrestler. He reveals how fate, tenacity, and networking with legends like Jake “The Snake” Roberts paved his way to the big leagues.
00:18:20 – 00:26:03 – The Nightclub Era, Crafting the DDP Persona & Dusty Rhodes Memories
Hear how running a club in Florida led DDP to befriend wrestling greats, brainstorm his “Diamond Dallas Page” persona, and connect with mentors like Dusty Rhodes. Behind-the-scenes stories paint a vivid picture of wrestling’s golden era.
00:26:04 – 00:33:10 – WCW’s Tumultuous Years, Eric Bischoff, and an Unforgettable Apology
DDP discusses the ups and downs of WCW during the Monday Night Wars, including a wild altercation (and even wilder reconciliation) with Eric Bischoff—featuring a literal offer to be punched in the mouth! He reflects on how these inside connections changed the course of wrestling history.
00:33:11 – 00:39:22 – Cody Rhodes Surprises Live On-Air!
In an electrifying twist, Cody Rhodes enters the podcast, reminiscing with Coach about their WWE days and sharing why fan interaction matters. Tommy recounts Cody’s backstage generosity, and Cody pulls back the curtain on his current WWE run, emphasizing collaboration, growth, and the evolving culture under Triple H.
00:39:23 – 00:44:34 – Mentorship & Wrestling’s New Generation
Cody opens up about DDP’s impact, how legends can genuinely help the next wave, and what it takes to break the “glass ceiling” in modern wrestling. Both legends stress the importance of open-mindedness, authentic storytelling, and adapting to wrestling’s ever-changing audience.
00:44:35 – 01:00:19 – Greatest Moments & Messages to the Fans
From DDP’s emotional path to championship gold to Cody’s career-defining WrestleMania 40 moment (eye-to-eye with John Cena!), listeners get an inside look at what truly drives superstars. The episode wraps with heartfelt advice for wrestling fans—past, present, and future—and a call to embrace the community and magic of live shows.
01:00:20 – END – Closing Thoughts & What’s Next
Coach and Tommy reflect on this epic, star-studded episode, tease upcoming guests like Tony Chimel, Victoria, and The Godfather, and encourage listeners to stay tuned for more insider access to wrestling’s biggest names. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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