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Getting Colour

Hosted by Conor Heffernan and Jeff Russo · sports · EN-US

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Join Conor and Jeff as they discuss the history, culture, and spectacle of professional wrestling from the past century and a half.

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What is Getting Colour about?

Join Conor and Jeff as they discuss the history, culture, and spectacle of professional wrestling from the past century and a half.

Who hosts Getting Colour?

Getting Colour is hosted by Conor Heffernan and Jeff Russo. The show has published 27 episodes to date.

What has Getting Colour covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Greg Oliver and the Work of Wrestling History" (12 August 2026, 62 minutes), "Greg Oliver and the Work of Wrestling History" (27 July 2026, 71 minutes), and "Continuing the Hulk Hogan Story" (20 March 2026, 46 minutes).

How often does Getting Colour publish?

Getting Colour publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 69 minutes across 27 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Getting Colour?

Booking probability for Getting Colour is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Getting Colour requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Getting Colour's contact route on record: verified email.

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The strongest fits for Getting Colour are Sports. Getting Colour has a sports audience.

About the host

Conor Heffernan and Jeff Russo hosts Getting Colour, a sports podcast with 27 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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    Greg Oliver and the Work of Wrestling History

    Aug 12, 20261h 2m

    In the second half of our conversation with wrestling journalist, historian and author Greg Oliver, we move away from the squared circle and onto the ice. Greg talks about his other great sporting obsession, hockey, and...

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    Greg Oliver and the Work of Wrestling History

    Jul 27, 20261h 11m

    In the first of a two-part conversation, Jeff and Conor are joined by wrestling journalist, historian and author Greg Oliver. Greg takes us from the Canadian Wrestling Report he created while still in high school...

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    Continuing the Hulk Hogan Story

    Mar 20, 202646 min

    This week Conor and Jeff continue their discussions on the many faces and phases of legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan from his WWF and WCW/NWO days to his last intiative in promoting all American wrestling We're back each...

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    Who Owns Wrestling Now? WWE, Ticket Prices, and the Cost of Fandom

    Dec 19, 202547 min

    In this episode of Getting Color , Conor Heffernan and Jeff Russo step away from storylines and championships to confront one of the most pressing issues in professional wrestling today: the business model behind WWE’s...

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    The Hulk Hogan Legacy Part One

    Aug 5, 20251h 17m

    This week on Getting Colour , Conor and Jeff lace up the yellow boots and dive headfirst into the rise — and slow unravelling — of Hulk Hogan’s first WWF run. From his 1984 title win over the Iron Sheik to the end of...

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    Muscles, Diamonds, and Mildred Burke: Jeff Leen on The Queen of the Ring

    May 16, 20251h 14m

    In this episode of Getting Colour , hosts Jeff and Conor sit down with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jeff Leen to discuss his acclaimed biography The Queen of the Ring: Sex, Muscles, Diamonds, and the Making of an...

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    June Byers vs. the Queen: Wrestling’s Forgotten Power Struggle

    Apr 24, 20251h 2m

    This week on Getting Colour , Conor and Jeff dive deep into the squared circle’s untold history with wrestling historian John Cosper , author of “The Great and Inimitable June Byers.” ( Available to purchase here .) Was...

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    Who are the best Commentators Ever?

    Apr 3, 20251h 12m

    Jeff and Conor dive into the electric world of wrestling commentary. They break down what makes a legendary voice behind the desk, from Jim Ross's iconic "BAH GAWD" calls to Bobby "The Brain" Heenan's quick-witted heel...

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    Gorgergous George: The Man Who Transformed Wrestling, Pop Culture and Sport

    Feb 25, 20251h 4m

    Join Conor and Jeff as we step into the flamboyant world of Gorgeous George, the original wrestling showman whose charisma and theatrics laid the groundwork for the modern spectacle of professional wrestling. Discover...

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    The History of British Wrestling

    Dec 17, 20241h 37m

    Join Conor and Jeff this week as they delve into the World of Sport, the World of British Professional Wrestling. Many people are unaware of the world of 1970s and 1980s wrestling in Britain. This was a time of...

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    Andrew Calvert and Maple Leaf Wrestling Interview

    Dec 11, 202445 min

    Andrew Calvert is the expert on Toronto territorial wrestling. Author of 'From Nanjo to The Sheik: Tales from Toronto wrestling', AC also runs the highly successful, and informative, website...

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    The Territories System

    Aug 27, 20241h 12m

    What did it mean to be a Memphis wrestler? How did the East Coast companies run differently to the Canadian or West Coast ones? Was the territorial system more exciting for fans? Or was the WWE-ification of wrestling a...

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    Director Patrea Patrick on the Bruno Sammartino Movie

    Jul 30, 20241h 26m

    This week we Patrea Patrick about her critically acclaimed 2019 Bruno Sammartino Movie. Patrea's movie captured the majesty and skill of Bruno's career, as well as his unshakeable moral integrity. We sit down with...

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    How Bruno Sammartino Became a Legend

    Jul 22, 20241h 33m

    Join Conor and Jeff this week as they discuss Bruno's time in the WWE. What were the main rivalries, the main matches and, the behind the scenes stories of one of wrestling's most successful ever grapplers! We're back...

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    The Pioneering Career of Bruno Sammartino.

    Jul 4, 20241h 7m

    Join Jeff and Conor this week as they discuss the early life and career of the legendary WWWF Champion Bruno Sammartino. Learn about his upbringing first in Italy under Nazi occupation, and then as an immigrant in the...

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    Who is the Strongest Wrestler Ever?

    Jun 21, 20241h 5m

    Join Conor and Jeff this week as they discuss the strongest ever wrestlers. Does 'gym strength' count the most or is wrestling strength a separate category? We begin with legendary figures like George Hackenschmidt in...

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    Wrestlemania Wrap Up and the Ongoing Rhodes Story

    May 6, 20241h 6m

    One month on from WWE's marquee event, Conor and Jeff reflect on the Wreslemania experience this year, but as fan and attendee. We also focus on the enduring legacy of ECW, what next for Cody Rhodes and where AEW can...

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    The Maverik Promotion of ECW

    Mar 26, 20241h 22m

    Dive headfirst into the hardcore, revolutionary world of Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) with Jeff and Conor on this electrifying episode of Getting Color . Explore the gritty, raw, and real impact ECW had on the...

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    The History of Indian Wrestling

    Mar 13, 20241h 1m

    In this episode, Conor and Jeff dive into the vibrant world of Indian wrestling, tracing its ancient origins to its current status as a revered sport. They unravel the rich history, cultural significance, and evolution...

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    The Greatest Wrestlemania of all Time? Will Cody Rhodes finish his story?

    Mar 6, 20241h 9m

    Join Jeff and Conor this week as the discuss the Cody Rhodes/Roman Reigns drama and Wrestlemania storyline... and the return of The Rock in the midst of it. Looking at the history of pro wrestling we discuss the...

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