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#104 - Power Hour's Josh Bernstein talks Intersection between Rock & Pro Wrestling
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We talk to Power Hour co-host Josh Bernstein on all things pro wrestling. We discuss how he's a casual hardcore fan, and what that means. Josh discusses getting his two daughters into pro wrestling and who their favorites are. Josh also offers tips on how to get your friends or your kids' friends' parents into pro wrestling. We discuss how AEW can get fans back into arenas.
Power Hour is on Thursdays at 11pm eastern on AXS TV following Impact and New Japan Pro Wrestling. We discuss what life is like for a music video talk show host, traveling the world interviewing bands and if we can expect some pro wrestlers on the series. Bernstein also discusses how he uses pro wrestling psychology in his role as a music host.
Josh and Rob discuss going to wrestling shows together, and all the different rock industry people they talk to wrestling with. Josh also discusses his involvement in the Chris Jericho Cruises and what fans can expect this year.
Finally, Josh discusses his other gig, creating Z2 Comics and working with his music idols on turning their stories into graphic novels.
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