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"Gentleman" Chris Adams: WCCW Icon, Superkick Creator & The Man Who Trained Stone Cold

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In this episode of pplpod, we explore the meteoric rise and tragic fall of "Gentleman" Chris Adams. A British Judo champion turned pro wrestling superstar, Adams became a legend in World Class Championship Wrestling (WCCW), famously feuding with the Von Erichs and forming the Dynamic Duo with Gino Hernandez.

We break down his massive contributions to the industry, from popularizing the now-ubiquitous Superkick finisher to training the biggest star in history, Stone Cold Steve Austin.

However, behind the "Gentleman" persona was a life plagued by substance abuse and legal turmoil. We discuss the true crime details surrounding the mansla ... 

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