In this episode of pplpod, we explore the massive career evolution of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, starting with the adversity of being cut from the Canadian Football League's Calgary Stampeders in 1995,. We chronicle his pivot to the family business of professional wrestling, where he transformed from the clean-cut "Rocky Maivia"—who was initially rejected by fans—into the charismatic, trash-talking icon "The Rock" during the Attitude Era,,.

We also break down Johnson’s ascent to becoming one of the world's highest-grossing actors, from his record-breaking leading debut in The Scorpion King to his role as "franchise Viagra" in the Fast & Furious series,,. Finally, we look at his diversified business portfolio, including Teremana Tequila and the United Football League, and his shocking 2024 return to the WWE as a TKO boa ...