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Filmmaker Christopher Jason Bell (Failed State, Miss Me Yet) joins me for a special Halloween edition of Struggle Session. We delve into some of our favorite horror films and recent releases including Weapons, Hellraiser, Saw, Cure, Ganja & Hess, The Exorcist, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and more. We also talk about Chris’ short film The Confection starring Alex Ptak and Simone Norman, free to watch here: https://linktr.ee/christopherjasonbellFilms mentioned:* The Confection* Saw series* Spiral (Saw)* Twilight series* Hellraiser series* Hellraiser 2: Leviathan* Piranha 3D* Weapons* Barbarian* Eddington* The Exorcist* The Exorcist III* Silence of the Lambs* Deep Red* Tenebrae* Suspiria* Mother of Tears* Dracula (Argento)* Ganja &Hess* Da Sweet Blood of Jesus* Cure* Longlegs* The Texas Chainsaw Massacre This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

Dr. Jonathan Howard chief of the neurology service at Bellevue Hospital joins us to discuss his book We Want Them Infected: How the Failed Quest for Herd Immunity Led Doctors to Embrace the Anti-vaccine Movement and Blinded Americans to the Threat of COVID. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

Writer Kaila Yu joins me to discuss her new book Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

Ezra Klein has been on a roll with a series of podcasts defending Charlie Kirk’s legacy, arguing for Democrats to run more anti-abortion candidates to win in pro-abortion states, & and making the case for a value-free politics to Ta-Nehisi Coates. Briahna Joy Grey of Bad Faith joins me to to break it all down.This was a live stream on the Bad Faith YouTube Channel recorded 9/20/25 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

Ross Benes joins us to discuss his book 1999: The Year Low Culture Conquered America and Kickstarted Our Bizarre Times. We explore the cultural landscape of the late 90s including the impact of The Jerry Springer Show on reality TV, the influence of Vince McMahon on politics, how Juggalos defined outsider culture, Nu metal's MTV-sponsored angst, and the rise of video games from kiddie hobby to big business.Guest Link:https://www.rossbenes.com/Chapters00:00 Introduction02:46 What is Low Culture?05:28 The Impact of Jerry Springer on Modern Culture08:27 Kayfabe and Professional Wrestling's Influence17:34 Trump's Pro Wrestling Persona and Kayfabe25:27 The Insane Clown Posse28:09 The Evolution of Fan Culture in Music36:05 Video Games: From Low Culture to Mainstream41:37 Was 1999 The Peak?Upcoming episodes:Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty w/ Kaila YuLeave us a 5 star review at Apple podcasts: Check out our friends: https://www.instagram.com/loudoun_palestine/Check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleSessionpodcastSend an email or voicemail to [email protected] GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/lleeiiiStay safe and mask up: https://maskbloc.org/Keep up with and contact Leslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiii This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

Is Ed Wood worst director of all time? Not a chance says our guest. On today's Struggle Session writer Will Sloan joins us to discuss is new book Ed Wood: Made In Hollywood USA. We talk about the infamous director’s artistic legacy, how his films challenge the concept of “bad” movies, the enduring charm of Plan 9 from Outer Space, and the shockingly progressive Glen or Glenda.Plus voicemails on brand movies, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Sam Raimi.Guest Links: https://www.willsloan.ca/Upcoming episodes:Strange Days with Aaron Thorpe1999: The Year Low Culture Conquered America and Kickstarted Our Bizarre Times w/ Ross BenesFetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty w/ Kyla YuLeave us a 5 star review at Apple podcasts: Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thestrugglesessionCheck out our friends: https://www.instagram.com/loudoun_palestine/Check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleSessionpodcastSend an email or voicemail to [email protected] GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/lleeiiiKeep up with and contact Leslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James: https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

On today's Struggle Session Joshua Gooch joins us to talk his new book Capitalism Hates You: Marxism and The New Horror Film. We discuss what modern horror has to offer horror, and vice versa. We also analyze some recent horror films including Hereditary, Gaia, The Witch and more. Joshua also gives his picks for essential horror classics for all young radicals. _______________________Guest Links: https://joshuagooch.com/Leave us a 5 star review at Apple podcasts: Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thestrugglesessionCheck out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleSessionpodcastSend an email or voicemail to [email protected] GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/lleeiiiKeep up with and contact Leslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James: https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comThis episode is a special crossover with Briahna's podcast Bad Faith. Enjoy!------------------------------------------A Brief History of Violence screenwriter & co-host of The Movies that Made Me Josh Olson and Struggle Session co-host Leslie Lee III join the show to discuss the movie everyone's talking about: Ryan Coogler's Jim Crow vampire film Sinners. In a spoiler-filled episode (you are warned), the trio debate what the movie is trying to say about race, freedom, religion, and vampirism before delving into the media controversy surrounding Variety's coverage of the film's box office earnings.Produced by Armand Aviram.Bad Faith Theme by Nick Thorburn (@nickfromislands).Visit our website at http://sesh.show Please leave us a 5 star review at Apple podcasts: Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thestrugglesessionCheck out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleSessionpodcastSend an email or voicemail to [email protected] up with and contact Leslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James: https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/

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On today's action-packed episode Trevor Beaulieu of Champagne Sharks joins Leslie to discuss Captain America: Brave New World! From the reshoots to the surprisingly radical comic series that inspired it, we cover it all. We also talk about Sam Raimi's M.A.N.T.I.S. starring Carl Lumbly, a Black superhero show so far ahead of it's time that the studio destroyed it.Guest Links: http://champagnesharks.blubrry.net/M.A.N.T.I.S. TV Movie: ‘M.A.N.T.I.S.’ Undergoes Pilot-to-Series Changes : New Producers of TV Series About an African American Super-Hero Cite Creative Reasons; Others Claim Racism https://archive.ph/ACaqgVisit our website at http://sesh.showPlease leave us a 5 star review at Apple podcasts: Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thestrugglesessionCheck out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleSessionpodcastSend an email or voicemail to [email protected] up with and contact Leslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James: https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn today's episode journalist Taylor Lorenz joins us to discuss current events including the Rachel Zegler/Gal Gadot Snow White Controversy, Jeffrey Goldberg's war crime text chat saga, and the dismantling of public health measures amidst the ongoing pandemic.Taylor is the founder of User Mag which covers the intersection of internet culture, politics, and free speech.Subscribe to see video version below:Guest Links: Visit our website at http://sesh.showPlease leave us a 5 star review at Apple podcasts: Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thestrugglesessionCheck out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleSessionpodcastSend an email or voicemail to [email protected] up with and contact Leslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James: https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/

On today's terrifying episode, Leslie is joined by Alexander Chatziioannou for a deep dive into the world of horror video games. We discuss Alex's book From Ants to Zombies: Six Decades of Video Game Horror, the evolution of horror games, the significance of iconic titles like Resident Evil, and the impact of remakes and indie games on the genre.Guest Links: https://www.bitmapbooks.com/products/from-ants-to-zombies-six-decades-of-video-game-horror | https://bsky.app/profile/alexanderhad1.bsky.socialVisit our website at http://sesh.showSupport the show by subscribing: http://patreon.com/strugglesessionPlease leave us a 5 star review at Apple podcasts: Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thestrugglesessionCheck out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleSessionpodcastSend an email or voicemail to [email protected] Keep up with and contact Leslie : https://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James: https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn another spooky and sexy edition of Vampire Castle, Jamie is once again joins by her brother in darkness Leslie to discuss Robert Eggers’ horny and polarizing Nosferatu (2024). Is it original enough to justify making yet another movie based on Bram Stoker’s 1897 gothic novel? How does it stack up to Francis Ford Coppola’s 1992 masterpiece? And when will men learn that having a goth girlfriend is a big responsibility?Check out Struggle Session: https://www.patreon.com/strugglesession***SIGN UP NOW at https://patreon.com/partygirls to get all of our bonus content, Discord access, and a shout out on the pod!Join our YouTube channel as a member to get access to bonus videos (if you prefer, they’re the same ones you’d find on Patreon!):https://www.youtube.com/@partygirlspod-----Thanks to Party Girls staff for producing this episode. - Leslie

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn today's all new episode of Struggle Session Leslie is joined by Aaron Casias & Carlee Gomes, the hosts of the hit podcast Hit Factory. We discussed the best and worst films of the year including Furiosa, Nickel Boys, Gladiator II, The Substance, Do Not Expect to Much From the End of the World and more. We also shared our favorite performances last year, the most surprisingly good films, and the worst trends in Hollywood.Fill out your own ballot here or by sending us an email. We'll discuss the results on an upcoming show: https://forms.gle/iAFTDFsbv4HtcVBi9Guest Links: https://www.patreon.com/hitfactorypodVisit our website at http://sesh.showSupport the show by subscribing: http://patreon.com/strugglesession

On today's episode of Struggle Session, Leslie is joined by Matt Bors and Ben Clarkson, the creators of the hit comic series Justice Warriors to discuss political thrillers.From the Manchurian Candidate to Enemy of the State, Marathon Man to The Days of the Condor and The Jackal, we discussed the greats of the genre and how they inspired the latest volume of Justice Warriors.Guest Links: https://thebenclarkson.com/ https://www.mattbors.com/Visit our website at http://sesh.showPlease leave us a 5 star review at Apple podcasts: Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thestrugglesessionCheck out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleSessionpodcastSend an email or voicemail to [email protected] Keep up with and contact Leslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James: https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comWe misunderstimated him. On today's episode filmmaker Christopher Jason Bell joins us to discuss his documentary series Miss Me Yet? which takes a year by year view of what it was like to live through the George W. Bush administration.Guest Links: Miss Me Yet - https://means.tv/programs/missmeyethttps://linktr.ee/christopherjasonbellLeslie's appearance …

Listen 'bub, we've got a special episode for all the mutant lovers! Leslie and special guest Elana Levin pop their claws and rip into the X-Men '97. We discuss what made the reboot and the original X-Men cartoon series some of the best comic book adaptions.This is part of a crossover with Graphic Policy Radio where Leslie and Elana discussed Batman: Caped Crusader. Be sure to check that out!Visit our website at http://sesh.showSupport the show by subscribing: http://patreon.com/strugglesession\Guest Links: https://graphicpolicy.com/radio/Please leave us a 5 star review at Apple podcasts: Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thestrugglesessionCheck out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleSessionpodcastSend an email or voicemail to [email protected] Contact Leslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn this special crossover episode Jamie is joined by Jamie Peck (@jamie_elizabeth) of the podcast Party Girls to discuss two cult classic zombie movies from the father of the genre, George A. Romero: "Night of the Living Dead" (1968) and "Day of the Dead" (1985). In these two spine-chilling films, the left-leaning director interrogates racism, the milit…

On today's blockbuster episode Noah Kulwin and Brendan James hosts, of the outstanding show Blowback, join us to talk about their new season and it's subject, Cambodia.Please consider supporting the show by subscribing: Guest Links: https://blowback.show/Send an email or voicemail to [email protected] Keep up with and contact Leslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiiiTips via cash app | venmo: lleeiii | $lleeiii Struggle Session Theme by Brendan James: https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comWE AIN'T GOT TIME TO BLEED! On today's episode Aaron Thorpe is back and jacked to discuss the Predator series, including the sequels, reboots, and crossovers. Predator (1987), Predator 2 (1990), Predators (2010), The Predator (2018), Prey (2022), Alien vs. Predator (2004), Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem (2007).Also, quick reviews of Salem's Lot (2024), Th…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comLet's kick off spooky season with some xenomorphs! Special guest Jeff Zhang joins us to discuss the latest corporate mishap from Weyland-Yutani in our review of Alien: Romulus. Did it live up to the hype? Let's talk about it!Thank you so much for your subscriptions, support, and kind words. Support the show by subscribing: http://patreon.com/struggleses…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comCOVID-19! It's everywhere. Let's talk about it with Julia Doubleday of The Gauntlet (https://www.thegauntlet.news/).Thank you so much for your subscriptions, support, and kind words. Send an email or voicemail to [email protected] Leslie would love to hear from you!Guest links: Additional reading: From Long COVID Odds to Lost IQ Points: Ongoi…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn today's episode special guest writer and comedian Kate Willett joins us to talk about her new stand-up special Loopholes! We also discuss why popular comedians are still talking about "cancel culture" and why the politics of Amy Schumer and Jerry Seinfeld aren't funny at all.Send an email or voicemail to [email protected] Leslie would love…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn today's special two-part episode Leslie chats with Josie Riesman, author of the New York Times Best Seller Ringmaster: Vince McMahon and the Unmaking of America about the apparent downfall of Vince McMahon. Ringmaster was one of my favorite books of last year and you don’t have to know or care about wrestling to enjoy our conversation.After that, in …

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comFX's acclaimed police drama The Shield presented a darker and more realistic depiction of policing. On today’s episode I had a great conversation with Joe Mayall about the series and his article Twenty Years Ago, The Shield Captured the Brokenness of American Policing. Read it here: https://jacobin.com/2023/12/the-shield-tv-policing-lapd-torture-law-enf…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn today’s episode I had a great conversation with returning champion Jesse Hawken. We discuss the recent stumbles and possible downfall of Disney’s MCU. We talk about the box office failure of The Marvels, the production hell of Mahershala Ali's Blade, and the Zionist superhero that may be holding up the next Captain America. All that plus a brief upda…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn today's episode Leslie is joined by Aaron Thorpe (Trillibillies) to talk about the upcoming films of 2024. We take a look Dune: Part Two, Furiosa: A Mad Max Story, Alex Garland's Civil War, Grand Theft Auto 6, and more. Thank you so much for your subscriptions, support, and kind words. Support the show by subscribing: http://patreon.com/strugglesess…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comToday we have a special spooky episode with best selling writer and critic, the author of Manhunt and the upcoming Cuckoo, Gretchen Felker Martin! We discuss Evil Dead, Hellraiser, Cormac McCarthy, Riddick, and more.Thank you so much for your subscriptions, support, and kind words.Support the show by subscribing: http://patreon.com/strugglesession http:…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comToday we have a mega-sized two part show! First up writer Brian Solomon (Blood and Fire) tells us about the late, great Terry Funk.On the bonus half Jay Baker of The Left Fist joins us to talk about the AEW and CM Punk drama and The Rock and John Cena going back to wrestling during the SAG strike.Send an email or voicemail to [email protected]

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comReturning guest Chris Person (Highlight Reel) joins Leslie to discuss Larian Studios' hit CRPG Baldur's Gate 3. We also get into Armored Core 6, Starfield, and the lay-offs at Bioware.Support the show by subscribing: http://patreon.com/strugglesession Send an email or voicemail to [email protected] Leslie would love to hear from you!Check out…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comWelcome back to Struggle Session. On today's episode Jack and Leslie discuss the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, review The Flash and Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One Twitter’s unending death spiral.Support the show by subscribing here on at http://patreon.com/strugglesession Leslie has been sick with long COVID, thank you so much for your patien…

On today’s episode Jack and Leslie once again take a look at the twisted mind behind the critically-acclaimed shows Lost, The Leftovers, and Watchmen. Damon Lindelof is the subject of a recent investigation from Hollywood journalist Maureen Ryan that revealed shocking amounts of racism on the set of Lost. We dive in.Lost Illusions: The Untold Story of the Hit Show’s Poisonous Culture by Maureen Ryan an excerpt from Burn it Down: https://archive.is/6dU93Leslie has been sick with long COVID, thank you so much for your patience and support. He talked about it on The Katie Halper Show: Send us an email or voicemail to [email protected] Leslie would love to hear from you!Support the show by subscribing: http://patreon.com/strugglesession http://sesh.plusKeep up with Jack: http://jack.lolLeslie: https://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James: https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comGet your multipass ready! Jack, Leslie, and Aaron are diving in to Luc Besson's 1997 sci-fi action romance, The Fifth Element.http://sesh.showhttp://jack.lolhttps://msha.ke/lleeiiiStruggle Session Theme by Brendan James https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comMatt Bors and Ben Clarkson to discuss their hit comic Justice Warriors as well as some of the films that inspired it including Demolition Man, Judge Dredd, Robocop, Mad Max, and more!Have a favorite from our list? Want to share a take? Send us an email or voice message to [email protected]://www.mattbors.com/https://thebenclarkso…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comThe one and only Bugmane is back with us to complete the sequel trilogy! Watch along with us, one last time.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comJack and Leslie talk about some new movie trailers!Leave us a voicemail at http://sesh.show

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comBryan Quinby of the hit new podcast Guys joins us to discuss the endless out-of-the-ring drama of the WWE including the return of Vince McMahon, post-WrestleMania fan anger, and the WWE/UFC merger. We also discuss how the current state of the blockbuster action movies in the wake of John Wick and Top Gun, and debate safety in pro wrestling.Guys: https:/…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comFangs out! Leslie and Jamie talk about The Invitation (2022) a recent vampire flick with some fun twists and social commentary.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn today's episode Jack and Leslie discuss the Oscars including Tar, All Quiet on the Western Front, and Everything Everywhere All At Once. Also Scream 6, Babylon, Ant-Man and Wasp: Quantumania, and our favorite Cronenberg movies.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comOn today's Struggle Session Jack and Aaron talk about Star Trek Voyager! They also dive in to Discovery, Strange New Worlds, Janeway vs Sisko, the worst episode, the most terrifying episode, and much more.Theme: Struggle Session Theme by Brendan James https://thegreatvorelli.bandcamp.com/

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comJack and Leslie give their thoughts on some the biggest and most talked about movies of 2022. They give a thumbs up or down to The Fabelmans, The Banshees of Inisherin, Tar, Black Adam, Halloween Ends, Emily the Criminal and more!Leave us a voicemail at http://sesh.showCheck out some merch at http://strugglesession.shop

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comThe legend of Jake Sully continues! Jack and Leslie review James Cameron's uber-blockbuster Avatar: The Way of Water.What did you think? Did James Cameron do it again? Leave us a voicemail at http://sesh.show

Jack and Leslie discuss Vice's documentary/clip show The Nine Lives of Vince McMahon with Kevin McAlvaney of Pro Wrestling Illustrated. We discuss things the documentary leaves out, the latest allegations against Vince, and the report that he intends to come back to the WWE.https://www.wsj.com/articles/wwes-vince-mcmahon-faces-fresh-demands-from-women-alleging-sexual-abuse-11670945682 https://pwi-online.com/ Leave us a voicemail at http://sesh.show Check out some merch at http://strugglesession.shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strugglesession.substack.comJack and Leslie go track by track through The Smashing Pumpkins' classic album Siamese Dream.

The world historical tension Papas and Boys come to a head on this episode of Struggle Session! Shawn and Aaron from SRSLY WRONG join Jack and Leslie to talk about their new show on Means TV and the best and worst cartoon dads.https://means.tv/https://srslywrong.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

CM Punk, War Games, bleeding in wrestling, House of Black, AEW Backstage drama and more are covered on this special wrestling edition of Struggle Session featuring Leslie Lee III and featured guest Bryan Quinby. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe

On today’s Struggle Session Jack and Leslie are joined by Matt Binder of DOOMED, Scam Economy, and Majority Report to discuss the life and crimes of the former WWE CEO Vince McMahon. Heads up, the latter half of this episode is as dark as it gets.Intro: Vince McMahon and Murray Hodgson on Donahue - March 16, 1992: References:* WWE Board Probes Secret $3 Million Hush Pact by CEO Vince McMahon, Sources Say https://www.wsj.com/articles/wwe-board-probes-secret-3-million-hush-pact-by-ceo-vince-mcmahon-sources-say-11655322722?mod=e2tw* John Cena on WWE Owning His Name: * She Was WWE’s First Female Referee. She Says Vince McMahon Raped Her. Rita Chatterton does not want to be forgotten. https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2022/06/vince-mcmahon-accused-of-rape-by-first-female-wwe-referee.html* Brickhouse Brown On Allegations Against Pat Patterson: Tell us what you think of the show with a voicemail at http://sesh.showListen to CULTURE on the Callin app and at HTTP://1900CULTURE.COMCheck out our new merch here: http://strugglesession.shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strugglesession.substack.com/subscribe