50 Years in Pro Wrestling: The Untold Story of Herb Simmons | Get Your Bell Rung PodcastFor over 50 years, Herb Simmons has been the ultimate guardian of traditional professional wrestling. In this exclusive, deeply emotional interview on the Get Your Bell Rung Pro Wrestling Podcast, the legendary SICW promoter, historian, and longtime Illinois mayor pulls back the curtain like never before. This isn't just a wrestling shoot interview—it’s an intimate look at the man, the husband, the father, and the caretaker of a dying wrestling tradition.If you love old-school wrestling history and real, unfiltered stories, hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications!

WHAT WE COVER IN THIS MASSIVE- DEEP DIVE:

The Man Beyond the Title: A look at the young kid with a dream before the fame, the politics, and the ringside stress.The Love Story & 50-Year Marriage: Herb goes deep into how he met his wife, the unseen sacrifices she made behind the scenes, and what true partnership means.Preserving the Tradition: The lessons he learned directly from NWA legends Sam Muchnick and Larry Matysik.Family & Legacy: What it means to have generations of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren watching his historic journey.Locker Room Secrets: The brutal honesty of what it takes to survive 50 years running a wrestling promotion, and a never-before-told story from his career.The Final Chapter: How Herb Simmons wants to be remembered by his family, his wrestlers, and his community when the arena lights finally go down.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!What is your favorite memory of SICW or St. Louis wrestling history? Who do you think is the most underrated legend Herb Simmons ever brought in? Drop a comment below—we read and reply to every single one!

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🚨🎉 BIG GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT! 🎉🚨

Sometime within the next week, during a LIVE episode of the Get Your Bell Rung Pro Wrestling Podcast, we'll ask ONE wrestling trivia question!

The FIRST person to answer it correctly in the live chat will receive an incredible prize courtesy of Herb Simmons...

🏆 A ONE-YEAR MEMBERSHIP to the Cauliflower Alley Club (CAC)!

This is an amazing opportunity to become part of one of professional wrestling's most respected organizations, dedicated to preserving wrestling history and supporting those in the business.

A huge thank you to Herb Simmons for making this possible!

📺 Make sure you're watching LIVE...you never know which episode the trivia question will appear on. It could happen at any time!

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AEW Dynamite July 15, 2026 Full Show Recap & ReviewKenny Omega has his first AEW World Championship challenger for Redemption, and the road to the pay-per-view is officially heating up!

Join Kg Landry alongside WCW Veteran Robert Boisclair (A.K.A. Robbie Idol) and Rasslin Memories co-host Michael McCurdy (A.K.A. The Grizzled Vet) as they break down a wild night of action from the MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston.

The crew dives deep into Kenny Omega’s championship celebration, "The Jet" Kevin Knight stepping up as the next challenger, and the massive main event where Mercedes Moné, Megan Bayne, and Lena Kross dominated. Plus, we debate the chaotic AEW International Championship scene, Kyle Fletcher's target, and Adam Copeland & Christian Cage retaining their tag team gold against Daniel Garcia and Wheeler Yuta.

Immediately following the recap, stick around for our After the Recap Discussion as we tackle one of wrestling's hottest topics: 🚨 WWE vs. AEW: The Chicago Promotional War? 🚨 With WWE x AAA Worlds Collide and AEW All Out taking place in Chicago on the same day (September 26), is this smart business or direct counter-programming? We'll break down what it means for both companies and the fans.

Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more pro wrestling reviews, retro insights, and weekly AEW breakdowns! AEW Dynamite Recap...July 15, 2026

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What does it truly take to survive the independent wrestling scene and train under some of the greatest legends in professional wrestling?

Welcome to the Get Your Bell Rung Pro Wrestling Podcast, hosted by KG Landry. In this in-depth shoot interview, we sit down with one of the fastest-rising stars in the Midwest independent wrestling scene, Brandon Barretta "Strictly Business."

Go behind the curtain as Brandon shares the sacrifices, challenges, and unforgettable moments that have shaped his career. He discusses training under WWE Hall of Famer "Cowboy" Bob Orton Jr. and EC3, the value of old-school wrestling psychology, what today's generation can learn from the veterans, and what it truly means to "Control Your Narrative."

Brandon also reflects on becoming a two-time Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW) Tag Team Champion with The Trifecta, what competing in one of wrestling's most respected developmental promotions taught him, and the lessons he continues to carry into every match.

We also dive into his experiences working for Herb Simmons at SICW, what it meant to become an SICW Tag Team Champion, and his upcoming championship defense against Bobby D. Brandon explains why SICW remains one of the most respected independent promotions in the country and why competing there continues to be an honor.

The conversation also explores competing for Harley Race's World League Wrestling (WLW) and NWA Exodus Pro, earning respect in locker rooms, balancing confidence with humility, and why protecting the traditions of professional wrestling still matters in today's business.

This is more than another wrestling interview—it's an honest conversation about wrestling psychology, discipline, perseverance, and the hustle required to build a career on the independent scene.

Subscribe to the Get Your Bell Rung Pro Wrestling Podcast for weekly interviews with wrestling legends, today's stars, and tomorrow's future main-eventers. We also bring you weekly WWE Raw, SmackDown, and AEW Dynamite recaps featuring WCW veteran Robert Boisclair (Robbie Idol), Michael McCurdy (The Grizzled Vet), WCW/WWE veteran and Hall of Famer Bob "The Cooker" Cook, plus special appearances from veteran referee Jerald Lamont George (George Strong).

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