The One with Anthony Bowens
The professional wrestler joins us to talk coming out and making the business inclusive.
The LGBT Sport Podcast · BBC Radio Cornwall
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Show Notes
Sting vs Hollywood Hogan, Starrcade 1997.
That's when professional wrestling first got into the veins of Anthony Bowens - and, ever since, the American athlete has been captivated by this unique form of sports-entertainment. He's also one of a growing number of LGBTQ+ individuals plying their trade inside the squared circle - something that hasn't always been easy to do.
In fact, if it weren't for being a wrestler, Anthony feels he may even have come out sooner.
He's our guest on this brand-new episode of the podcast, talking about his favourite matches; being a role model for the community; the abuse he received after coming out as bisexual, then as gay; and why WWE is the ultimate goal for him.
Anthony battled through traffic to make the interview - and we're delighted he did, as it was fantastic to have him onto the show.
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