Meet Tod GORDON the Man Behind ECW's Success!

Step back in time with Jasmin St. Claire as she welcomes Tod Gordon, the visionary behind ECW, for an unforgettable episode of the Krazy Train Podcast. ????‍♂️✨ Todd shares the untold stories of ECW’s rise to fame, from its hardcore innovations to the legends like Shane Douglas and Tommy Dreamer who defined an era. Dive into the unique methods of recruiting talent, the evolution of women in wrestling, and the impact ECW had on the wrestling world. This episode also explores Tod’s candid take on today’s wrestling scene, the enduring importance of storylines, and how streaming services are reshaping the industry. Hear his reflections on writing his book, his thoughts on Paul Heyman, and why ECW’s legacy still resonates 30 years later. Don’t miss this trip down memory lane packed with history, insights, and unforgettable moments. ???? 00:00 Introduction to Krazy Train Podcast 00:26 Special Guest: Tod Gordon 01:22 The Origins of ECW 02:38 Innovations and Hardcore Wrestling 03:20 Women in ECW 03:56 Auditioning for ECW 06:46 The Role of Veteran Wrestlers 07:11 Critique of Modern Wrestling 16:25 The Importance of Storylines 23:10 The Impact of Streaming Services 26:11 Wrestling Brotherhood and Career Reflections 26:30 The Journey of Writing a Book 27:10 Paul Heyman and the ECW Legacy 29:41 The Impact and Availability of the Book 31:29 Recreating ECW's Magic Today 36:15 The Evolution of Women's Wrestling 42:29 Memorable Moments and Stories 50:10 The Allure of Wrestling and Future Prospects #krazytrainpodcast #ecw #TodGordon #wrestlinglegacy #newpodcast #prowrestling #womenswrestling #streamingservices #wrestlingfans #JasminStClaire #ecw #wwe #podcast #wcw