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Inside the Ropes: Jen McGee on How Pro Wrestling Shapes Epic Stories

Inside the Ropes: Jen McGee on How Pro Wrestling Shapes Epic Stories

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Host Paul Delos Santos interviews author Jen McGee about her background in academic writing and her transition to publishing a book on professional wrestling.

Episode Notes:

  • Jen discusses how her research skills were crucial in documenting the long, unfolding history of wrestling characters.
  • The conversation highlights the unique storytelling challenges of pro wrestling, including its real-time, evolving narratives and the role of audience and performer input.
  • Jen shares insights into balancing descriptive detail with avoiding jargon for a broader audience.
  • She recounts the process of working with her publisher and gaining access to primary sources, including a special anecdote about Kevin Owens.
  • The episode touches on the "luck" involved in getting published and the importance of putting your work out there.
  • A discussion about the distinct storytelling styles of American, Japanese, and Mexican wrestling, and the balance between reality and myth in the sport.
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