Tune in here to this Thursday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! 



We're joined by Bo Thompson to talk about the passing of pro wrestling icon Hulk Hogan and his lasting impact on American pop culture. Bo reflects on Hogan’s rise to stardom in the 1980s, describing him as a defining figure of the decade alongside names like Ronald Reagan, Michael Jackson, and Sylvester Stallone. He highlights Hogan’s influence on professional wrestling’s mainstream breakthrough and his unforgettable role as “Thunderlips” in Rocky III. The conversation also explores Hogan’s later controversies, including scandals that affected his public image and standing within the wrestling community. Despite these setbacks, Bo emphasizes that Hogan’s role in elevating the WWE and shaping the modern wrestling landscape is undeniable. They also touch on the cultural legacy of Hogan’s patriotic persona and iconic catchphrases that left a permanent mark on fans.



Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show!



For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel.

Tune in here to this Thursday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show!&nbsp;
 
We're joined by Bo Thompson to talk about the passing of pro wrestling icon Hulk Hogan and his lasting impact on American pop culture. Bo reflects on Hogan&rsquo;s rise to stardom in the 1980s, describing him as a defining figure of the decade alongside names like Ronald Reagan, Michael Jackson, and Sylvester Stallone. He highlights Hogan&rsquo;s influence on professional wrestling&rsquo;s mainstream breakthrough and his unforgettable role as &ldquo;Thunderlips&rdquo; in Rocky III. The conversation also explores Hogan&rsquo;s later controversies, including scandals that affected his public image and standing within the wrestling community. Despite these setbacks, Bo emphasizes that Hogan&rsquo;s role in elevating the WWE and shaping the modern wrestling landscape is undeniable. They also touch on the cultural legacy of Hogan&rsquo;s patriotic persona and iconic catchphrases that left a permanent mark on fans.
 
Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show!
 
For more from Brett Winterble check out his <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrettWinterbleShow/featured">YouTube channel</a>.

The Brett Winterble Show is heard Monday through Friday from 3-7 pm on News Talk 1110 & 99.3 WBT. After spending nearly a decade with Rush Limbaugh as a Producer, Brett began his own show in 2008. Brett has been heard on Sirius XM, plus 980 KFWB in Los Angeles and 760 KFMB in San Diego.  A lover of Current Events, Sports, Entertainment and stories that really matter to the local audience, Brett has high energy and boundless curiosity. He is a graduate of Emerson College and American Military University with degrees in Political Communication and Homeland Security/Intelligence Studies. Brett is married and has 2 teenagers plus a couple of cats, three birds, and some fish! His hobbies include travel, comedy writing, consuming motorsports and barbecue.

The Brett Winterble Show is heard Monday through Friday from 3-7 pm on News Talk 1110 &amp; 99.3 WBT. After spending nearly a decade with Rush Limbaugh as a Producer, Brett began his own show in 2008. Brett has been heard on Sirius XM, plus 980 KFWB in Los Angeles and 760 KFMB in San Diego.  A lover of Current Events, Sports, Entertainment and stories that really matter to the local audience, Brett has high energy and boundless curiosity. He is a graduate of Emerson College and American Military University with degrees in Political Communication and Homeland Security/Intelligence Studies. Brett is married and has 2 teenagers plus a couple of cats, three birds, and some fish! His hobbies include travel, comedy writing, consuming motorsports and barbecue.

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Remembering Hulk Hogan On The Brett Winterble Show  

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