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It's been more than a decade since the last episode, but Leaf and Let Die had some fun!

This episode has JC Arkham, Two-Buck Chuck, Chris and Sara and they're drinking Twinnings.

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Sources

Books:

• Fumi Saito. History of Puroresu: 1960s to 1990s. (2018). This book provides a comprehensive history of Japanese professional wrestling, with detailed sections on All Japan Pro Wrestling and its key figures like Mitsuharu Misawa.
• Yoshihiro Asai. Wrestling Observer Yearbook: 1990-1999. (2020). This collection of articles and reports from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter gives detailed insights into the events, matches, and personalities of AJPW during the 1990s.
• Chris Charlton. Eggshells: Pro Wrestling in the Tokyo Dome. (2018). This book chronicles the history of major wrestling events held at the Tokyo Dome, including many significant AJPW matches.
• Gary Hart. My Life in Wrestling. (2009). Although more focused on American wrestling, Gary Hart's book offers insights into the international impact of Japanese wrestling during the 1990s.
• Kohei Tsuka. King's Road: The AJPW Era. (2021). A detailed exploration of AJPW’s King’s Road style, focusing on the in-ring psychology and storytelling that defined the promotion’s golden era.

Academic Articles:

• Mazer, Sharon. "The Spectacle of Japanese Professional Wrestling: Understanding AJPW's King's Road Style." Journal of Sport & Social Issues, vol. 22, no. 4, 1998, pp. 341-358. This article examines the cultural and social impact of AJPW's unique wrestling style.
• Wagg, Stephen. "Puroresu and the Globalization of Wrestling: The Case of All Japan Pro Wrestling in the 1990s." International Journal of the History of Sport, vol. 29, no. 11, 2012, pp. 1500-1517. This paper explores the globalization of Japanese wrestling and AJPW’s role in it.
• Jenkins, Henry. "Fans, Bloggers, and Gamers: Wrestling with the Machine." New Media & Society, vol. 6, no. 2, 2004, pp. 233-256. Discusses the relationship between Japanese wrestling fans and online communities during the 1990s.

Documentaries and Films:

• The Kings Road: All Japan Pro Wrestling 90s Documentary. (2017). Available on YouTube. This fan-made documentary covers the rise of AJPW during the 1990s, with a focus on Mitsuharu Misawa and his contemporaries. Watch here.
• Biography: Mitsuharu Misawa. (2016). This Japanese documentary, available on various streaming platforms, delves into the life and career of Mitsuharu Misawa, focusing on his impact on Japanese wrestling.
• Dark Side of the Ring: The Dynamite Kid. (2021). While focusing on the Dynamite Kid, this episode also touches on the influence of Japanese wrestling and the King's Road style.
• Wrestling With Shadows. (1998). Although this documentary is primarily about Bret Hart, it offers some insights into Japanese wrestling's influence on Western wrestling during the 1990s.

Interviews and Online Articles:

• Fumi Saito. "Interview with Mitsuharu Misawa: Reflections on a Career." Puroresu Spirit, 2009. Read here.
• Dave Meltzer. "Misawa: The Man Who Changed Japanese Wrestling." Wrestling Observer Newsletter, June 2009. Read here.
• "The Legacy of Steve ‘Dr. Death’ Williams in Japan." The Sportster, 2015. Read here.
• "All Japan Pro Wrestling: The 90s Golden Age." Voices of Wrestling, 2020. Read here.
• "AJPW’s King’s Road vs NJPW’s Strong Style: A Historical Perspective." Last Word on Pro Wrestling, 2021. Read here.

Online Forums and Fan Sites:

• Puroresu Central. This fan site provides detailed profiles, match histories, and news on AJPW and its wrestlers. Visit here.
• Wrestling Classics Forum. This forum has archived discussions and match reviews focusing on AJPW during the 1990s. Visit here.
• Reddit’s r/Puroresu. This subreddit has ongoing discussions, historical match reviews, and fan analyses about AJPW and Mitsuharu Misawa. Visit here.

Match Compilations and Reviews:

• All Japan Pro Wrestling: Classic Matches Collection (1990-1999). A compilation of some of the greatest AJPW matches from the 1990s, available on various DVD and streaming platforms. Find here.
• "Top 10 Mitsuharu Misawa Matches You Need to Watch." WhatCulture Wrestling, 2018. Read here.
• "The Greatest Matches in All Japan History." CageMatch.net. This page offers user ratings, reviews, and statistics on AJPW matches from the 1990s. Visit here.

Podcasts:

• The Kings Road Podcast. This podcast series is dedicated to AJPW in the 1990s, with in-depth discussions on Mitsuharu Misawa, Steve Williams, and other key figures. Listen here.
• Between The Sheets Podcast. Episode 200: "AJPW 90s Retrospective". This episode focuses on the entire decade of the 1990s in AJPW.
• Wrestling Observer Radio. Regular episodes often discuss historical AJPW matches, including those of Mitsuharu Misawa and Steve Williams.

Websites and Blogs:

• AJPW Official Website. The official site offers historical information, wrestler profiles, and event archives. Visit here.
• Puroresu Dream: Mitsuharu Misawa Archive. A fan-maintained blog dedicated to the career of Mitsuharu Misawa, featuring match histories, articles, and rare photos. Visit here.
• Wrestling Observer Online. Regular articles and historical pieces on AJPW in the 1990s. Visit here.

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Episode Notes

• Ono, Yoko. Grapefruit: A Book of Instructions and Drawings by Yoko Ono. New York: Simon & Schuster, 1970. This seminal work by Yoko Ono, first published in 1964, is a collection of conceptual art instructions and is often considered a precursor to much of her later work, including her public art installations like Skylanding. Read more about the book here.

• Ono, Yoko. Skylanding. Public Art Installation, Chicago, 2016. Yoko Ono’s Skylanding is her first permanent public art installation in the United States, located in Chicago’s Jackson Park. The installation consists of 12 lotus petals made of steel and reflects themes of peace, healing, and nature. The artwork commemorates the historic 1893 World's Columbian Exposition and the site’s Japanese heritage. Learn more about Skylanding on the official website.

• Glassman, Marc. "The Art of Yoko Ono." C Magazine, Winter 2000. This article provides an in-depth analysis of Yoko Ono's art, including her public installations. It explores her impact on conceptual art and her transition from avant-garde projects to large-scale public works like Skylanding.

• Wainwright, Oliver. "Yoko Ono: The Sky is Always Clear." The Guardian, October 17, 2016. Wainwright’s article discusses the unveiling of Skylanding in Chicago, offering insight into Ono’s artistic vision and the significance of the site. It also touches on her broader body of work in public art. Read the full article here.

• Gordon, Alastair. Yoko Ono: An Artful Life. New York: Harry N. Abrams, 2021. This biography offers a comprehensive overview of Yoko Ono's life and career, including her work on Skylanding. The book explores her influence on contemporary art and the personal and cultural contexts behind her projects.

• Lehrer, Adam. "Yoko Ono's Skylanding and the Power of Public Art." Forbes, November 2, 2016. In this article, Lehrer examines Skylanding within the context of public art's role in community and cultural memory. He discusses how Ono's work resonates with themes of peace and historical reflection

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