The Pro-Wrestling Referree

Jul. 26, 2016

The group Pro Wrestling Guerrilla hosts matches at an American Legion Post here in Reseda. But the fans aren't just shouting for their favorite wrestlers. They're all about the guy who calls the matches - Pro Wrestling Guerrilla's superstar referee, Rick Knox.

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Credits

Guest:

CJ Greenspon - Freelance Producer

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Matt Holzman, Anna Scott, Jolie Myers, Christian Bordal, Sarah Sweeney

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