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Lou Kipilman

@loukip.bsky.social

I produce podcasts. I occasionally report for The Wrestling News. I've also been known to write and perform stuff from time to time. Muddling through in San Francisco.

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Episode 372: Jarred By Gene - Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF during the month of 1985! We talk Randy Savage, Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Paul Orndorff, Bobby Heenan, Corporal Kirchner, Big John Studd, Ricky Steambo...

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF during the month of 1985! We talk Randy Savage, Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Paul Orndorff, Bobby Heenan, Corporal Kirchner, Big John Studd, Ricky Steamboat, Terry Funk, Andre the Giant, Jimmy Hart, and more! bit.ly/4fDK6H1

08.08.2025 18:20 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
May 1, 1969: Fred Rogers testifies before the Senate Subcommittee on Communications
YouTube video by Road Less Marveled May 1, 1969: Fred Rogers testifies before the Senate Subcommittee on Communications

With news that the Corporation for Public Broadcasting is shutting down due to Trump’s meddling, it’s worth watching Mr. Rogers testifying to the Senate about the real value of what we’ve all lost.

01.08.2025 18:26 β€” πŸ‘ 2471    πŸ” 1032    πŸ’¬ 44    πŸ“Œ 40
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CPB to wind down after federal funding loss A β€œsmall transition team” will remain on staff through January, according to a CPB news release.

Gee, I guess the money for that new monster ballroom at the White House has to come from somewhere. Enjoy your intelligent and independent public media while it lasts. I have to believe we're not living in the worst timeline, but it feels like we're getting close. #cpb #publicmedia #idiocracy

01.08.2025 20:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The most fun I had in theater was performing in the musical revue Tomfoolery. Such uproarious, incisive songs. He walked away from stardom to teach math at Harvard and my alma mater, UC Santa Cruz. A grander mind and sharper wit cannot be found today. Rest easy, Mr. Lehrer.

27.07.2025 18:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Jim Cornette on The Passing Of Hulk Hogan
YouTube video by Official Jim Cornette Jim Cornette on The Passing Of Hulk Hogan

youtu.be/fPrykzMgEXc?...

27.07.2025 04:43 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Episode 370: We Expected Him To Kick Out - Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam Hulk Hogan passed away on July 24, 2025. On that day, the Stick To Wrestling podcast was fortunate to quickly assemble a special tribute episode honoring The Hulkster. We were lucky to be joined by a ...

Hulk Hogan passed away on July 24, 2025. On that day, the Stick To Wrestling podcast was fortunate to quickly assemble a special tribute episode honoring The Hulkster. We hope you enjoy this heartfelt tribute to one of wrestling’s most iconic figures. bit.ly/4m5y1wm

25.07.2025 16:29 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

My 2Β’ on Hogan's legacy: He made a lot of money for a lot of wrestlers. Pivotal to the business. Savvy political operator backstage. Became pathologically, comically, unable to convey any truths. And the first 10 to 12 years of his career are celebrated today, as opposed to the balance of his life.

24.07.2025 21:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Episode 180: Howard Baum, Vandal Drummond & Lou Kipilman - Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon Hello, wrestling fans! It’s time for Episode #180 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian has put together a raucous panel of some of the finest running guests of the 6:05 Supe...

It’s time for Episode 180 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian has put together a raucous panel of some of the finest running guests of the 6:05 Superpodcast--Howard Baum, Vandal Drummond and Lou Kipilman!
bit.ly/4kZvAdR

23.07.2025 19:59 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Or perhaps not, as I've never heard of the Maltese Herald, so don't know if it's legit. Ugh.

23.07.2025 17:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Five minutes of WWE, TNA, and AEW news, delivered by someone you might know. #wrestlesky

19.07.2025 16:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Almost by sheer happenstance, one of his movie compositions became the kick-ass news theme of ABC-owned local stations for a generation.

If you watched TV news in the '70s and '80s, you should be hearing it in your head now. If you don't, here you go. youtu.be/KYyaX0HAjy0?...

27.06.2025 01:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Even a "Gas, Grass or Ass... Nobody Rides for Free" cap would've been better.

24.06.2025 05:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Draw a Smile on a Paper Plate and Slap It Right Onto Your Face
YouTube video by Andy Merrill Draw a Smile on a Paper Plate and Slap It Right Onto Your Face

Oh when wearing masks was the least of our worries.

We live in sucky times. Here’s a song I wrote during the last bull shit.

youtu.be/5cDJ4GbODiw?...

13.06.2025 01:19 β€” πŸ‘ 204    πŸ” 29    πŸ’¬ 7    πŸ“Œ 1

The military parade failure is a perfect example of how you deal with a troll president: you ignore the provocation (the parade was designed to provoke) and throw a better party elsewhere (the No King protests). With no one to fight, the troll just sits sad. This is "block and move on" in real life.

15.06.2025 05:06 β€” πŸ‘ 187    πŸ” 56    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Men of a Certain Age is one of my favorite scripted shows of the last two decades. It deserved a much longer run than TNT gave it.

14.06.2025 00:29 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Talking Heads - Psycho Killer (Official Video)
Talking Heads present a new music video for Psycho Killer starring Saoirse Ronan and directed by Mike Mills. _Just Announced_ More Songs About Buildings and Food (Super Deluxe Edition) on 4LP, 2LP, and 3CD/1 BluRay. Pre-order the limited edition box set here https://th.lnk.to/MSABAFDlx The Talking Heads: 77 (Super Deluxe Edition) is available now on 4LP, 2LP, and 3CD/1BluRay editions https://th.lnk.to/77SD *Production Credits* Cast: Saoirse Ronan Tiana Bes Stef Estep-Gozalo Tom Fox Molly Hart Ifeoma Kpaduwa Albert Minero Jr. Chase Zieglerfor Mike Mills, director David Zander, executive producer Eriks Krumins, executive producer Marthinus Lamprecht, head of production Youree Henley, producer Steven J Gottlieb, producer/commissioner Noelle Hubbell, production supervisor Robin Lippett, commercial coordinator Joe Nankin, assistant to Mike Mills John Nasraway, 1st AD Joe Roddey, 2nd AD Arseni Khachaturan, cinematographer Riley Keeton, first AC Matt Lemus, second AC Isaac Guy, DIT Eddie Reid, chief lighting tech Kevin Williams, lighting tech Steven Beuhler, key grip Jeremiah Magan, grip Mary Florence Brown, production designer Mia Gualtriener, assistant art director Olive Henley, art PA Katina Danabassis, key costumer Courtney Nowobilski, costumes PA Vanessa Price, hair / make-up Justin Duncan, Locations Joe Nankin, editor Mark Gethin, Colorist Cheyenne Shannon for Lark Creative, Director Rep Jeremy Miller, BTS Special Thanks: Camtec Trafik Mary at RSI 🎧 Listen to Talking Heads https://th.lnk.to/Listen πŸ”” Subscribe to the Talking Heads channel and ring the bell to stay updated with Talking Heads https://th.lnk.to/SubscribeToTHID Shop official Talking Heads releases and merchandise https://th.lnk.to/Store Stay In Touch with Talking Heads… Website https://www.talkingheadsofficial.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkingHeads Instagram https://www.instagram.com/TalkingHeadsofficial Lyrics: I can't seem to face up to the facts I'm tense and nervous and I can't relax I can't sleep 'cause my bed's on fire Don't touch me, I'm a real live wire Psycho Killer Qu'est-ce que c'est? Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh-oh-oh Psycho Killer Qu'est-ce que c'est? Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh, oh, oh, oh Ay-ya-ya-ya-ya-ya, ooh You start a conversation, you can't even finish it You're talking a lot, but you're not saying anything When I have nothing to say, my lips are sealed Say something once, why say it again? Psycho Killer Qu'est-ce que c'est? Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh-oh-oh Psycho Killer Qu'est-ce que c'est? Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh, oh, oh, oh Ay-ya-ya-ya-ya-ya Ce que j'ai fait, ce soir-lΓ  Ce qu'elle a dit, ce soir-lΓ  RΓ©alisant mon espoir Je me lance vers la gloire, okay Ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya We are vain and we are blind I hate people when they're not polite Psycho Killer Qu'est-ce que c'est? Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh-oh-oh Psycho Killer Qu'est-ce que c'est? Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh, oh, oh, oh Ai-ya-ya-ya-ya-ya, ooh ******************* The Official YouTube Channel of Talking Heads: David Byrne - Lead Vocals, Guitar Chris Frantz - Drums Jerry Harrison - Keyboards, Guitar Tina Weymouth - Bass Talking Heads - Psycho Killer (Official Video)

Yes a lot of crazy things happened today but don't let all that bury the awesomeness that is the Talking Heads releasing a new music video for Psycho Killer, starring Saoirse Ronan and directed by Mike Mills. It's pretty fantastic.

https://youtu.be/CJ54eImz88w

06.06.2025 05:07 β€” πŸ‘ 155    πŸ” 56    πŸ’¬ 6    πŸ“Œ 11

I'm just glad one of these men has the nuclear codes and the other has all our personal data.

05.06.2025 20:24 β€” πŸ‘ 67877    πŸ” 14915    πŸ’¬ 1665    πŸ“Œ 890

* jell, not gel. #journamalism

02.06.2025 20:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Government | Harvard University Browse the latest Government courses from Harvard University.

Another big FU from Harvard… free online courses on the US government, the US constitution, civic engagement, and more.

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24.05.2025 02:58 β€” πŸ‘ 8664    πŸ” 3385    πŸ’¬ 193    πŸ“Œ 271

The ultimate verification that Bret Hart is a cool cat as well as a pro wrestling legend: @thetubes.bsky.social shirt, circa The Completion Backwards Principle era.

13.05.2025 22:05 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This near-spoonerism is a mic-drop moment for you, Aaron.

08.05.2025 21:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Star Wars Intro Scroll

Episode IV
It Was All So Stupid

Seriously, you would not believe how stupid it was. Every day, unrelentingly, just the dumbest stuff by the absolute worst people. And what made it worse was knowing that we’d brought this on ourselves.

Star Wars Intro Scroll Episode IV It Was All So Stupid Seriously, you would not believe how stupid it was. Every day, unrelentingly, just the dumbest stuff by the absolute worst people. And what made it worse was knowing that we’d brought this on ourselves.

04.05.2025 17:43 β€” πŸ‘ 38261    πŸ” 7964    πŸ’¬ 482    πŸ“Œ 300

The pride of Minnesota, Robert Calzonerman.

02.05.2025 01:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

"Were you denied a payoff for SuperClash III? You may be entitled to compensation."

29.04.2025 00:59 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I feel like I’m losing my mind with the lack of wall to wall coverage on disappearing *children with cancer*

i keep saying this, but it’s not 5% of the uproar that came from Biden’s debate.

β€œkids peeing in litter boxes”, a thing that never happened, got orders of magnitude more coverage.

27.04.2025 13:13 β€” πŸ‘ 6992    πŸ” 1958    πŸ’¬ 37    πŸ“Œ 64
The Wrestling News - Friday, April 25, 2025
YouTube video by ArcadianVanguard The Wrestling News - Friday, April 25, 2025

youtu.be/S6JO8b8EK0s?...

25.04.2025 13:40 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

That is ingenious. Nike should run with that, since they aren't convincing anyone with the "stories" they try to sell with City Connect.

08.04.2025 19:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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San Francisco Giants Unveil New City Connect Uniforms | Uni Watch The Giants have finally unveiled their new CC uniforms, confirming earlier leaks.

Meh. Nike and the Giants are calling that script on the jersey "psychedelic." 🀣 If that's psychedelic, I'm Captain Trips. The Family Dog are pirouetting in their graves at 33 1/3 RPM.

#SFGiants #MLB #CityConnect

08.04.2025 18:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

It still blows my mind that he was collared by the FBI at my neighborhood library. I hope he's moved far away.

04.04.2025 20:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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