#215: The Appalachian pro-wrestling lawyer who is also fighting opioid companies

#215: The Appalachian pro-wrestling lawyer who is also fighting opioid companies

Appodlachia

Chuck and Big John talk about a question they posed, “How would you describe Appalachia to someone who has never been there”, and the answers they received.

Then, we have an extensive interview with Beckley, WV-based attorney Steve New, who has represented many pro-wrestlers as their attorney, and has worked on complex litigation representing babies against opioid manufacturers. 

Featured Music:

Beef Rap — Credit goes to Mr. Awful (Instagram @mrawful304)

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Timestamps:

  • 01:42 — Intro and bio on our guest 
  • 06:30 — Sharing answers to the question “How would you describe Appalachia to someone who has never been there?”
  • 31:38 — Pre-interview intro
  • 32:00 —  Interview with Steve New
    • 32:30 — Wrestling and how Steve got started in the industry as an attorney
    • 43:44— Banning non-compete contracts in wrestling and in general
    • 51:19 — Importance of unionization, especially in Appalachia and wrestling
    • 55:30 — Wrestling needs a union
    • 01:05:00 — Representing babies and infants against opioid companies
  • 01:33:27 — Beef with Target and corporate price inflating

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