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22/07/2026

WCW Beach Blast 1992 is often remembered for one legendary match, but does the entire pay per view live up to its reputation?

I've taken a deep dive into the event, looking at every match from Brian Pillman vs Scotty Flamingo, Sting's brutal Falls Count Anywhere battle with Cactus Jack, the incredible Iron Man Match between Rick Rude and Ricky Steamboat, and the hard hitting tag team main event featuring the Steiner Brothers and the Miracle Violence Connection.

While the show delivers some genuine wrestling classics, inconsistent pacing and a few forgettable moments prevent it from reaching its full potential.

Read my full review to see why I've given WCW Beach Blast 1992 a rating of ★★★☆☆ (3 out of 5 stars).

What are your memories of Beach Blast 1992? Do you think it's an underrated classic, or is it remembered more fondly because of one all time great match? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

An uneven but memorable night featuring one of WCW's greatest matches and a showcase of the incredible talent that defined the company's early 1990s roster.

22/07/2026

Kaylee Hottle's life and career may have been tragically short, but the impact she made will never be forgotten.

Best known as Jia in the MonsterVerse films, Kaylee inspired audiences around the world through her incredible talent, kindness and her groundbreaking representation of the deaf community in Hollywood.

I've written a tribute celebrating her life, career and the legacy she leaves behind after her heartbreaking passing at just 18 years of age.

Rest in peace, Kaylee Hottle. ❤️

The talented young MonsterVerse actress, whose heartfelt performances inspired millions and helped break barriers for deaf representation in Hollywood, has tragically passed away at just 18.

22/07/2026

New Article 🏈

The Manti Te'o catfishing scandal remains one of the most unbelievable stories in sports history. What began as an inspiring tale of courage quickly unravelled into a shocking web of deception that captivated the world.

This article looks back at how the hoax unfolded, the impact it had on Manti Te'o's career, the media's role in spreading the story, and why many people now view him as the victim rather than the villain.

Read now and let me know your thoughts. Did the media fail Manti Te'o, or should more questions have been asked from the beginning?

How an elaborate online deception turned one of college football's greatest feel-good stories into a scandal that changed the way the world viewed catfishing forever.

09/03/2026

My next podcast will be a question and answer podcast with a bit of an update since my last podcast. Anything you ever wanted know about me? Or, just have a general question to ask? Just fire away and it will be answered on the poddy.

09/03/2026

Before the chaos… before the betrayals… before everything went completely off the rails… there was Season 1 of Sons of Anarchy.

This is the season that introduced the world to SAMCRO, Jax Teller’s growing doubts about the club, Clay’s iron grip on power, and Gemma quietly pulling strings behind the scenes.

It’s the beginning of a story about loyalty, family, crime, and the price of living the outlaw life. Looking back now, you can see all the seeds being planted for the drama and tragedy that would follow.

I’ve taken a deep dive into the first season and why it remains such a powerful start to one of television’s most gripping crime dramas.

Rating: ★★★★☆

Read the full review here:
https://daveharding.substack.com/p/tv-series-review-sons-of-anarchy

Motorcycles, Brotherhood, and the Beginning of a Bloody Legacy

09/03/2026

NXT Vengeance Day had a bit of everything. A new champion crowned, brutal stipulation matches and Joe Hendry continuing to prove he belongs at the top of NXT.

Tatum Paxley’s title win could be a turning point for the Women’s North American Championship, while the main event showed Hendry is settling in nicely as the face of the brand.

I’ve broken down the entire show, what worked, what didn’t and what it all means for NXT going forward.

Check out my full NXT Vengeance Day review and analysis. https://daveharding.substack.com/p/the-nxt-vengeance-day-review

Rating: ★★★★☆ (4 out of 5 stars)

A night of rising stars, a new champion and a statement performance from Joe Hendry

24/02/2026

Raw on Netflix delivered emotion, chaos and a serious WrestleMania 42 vibe on February 23, 2026.

AJ Styles got the tribute he deserved. Brock Lesnar casually announced an open challenge for WrestleMania. Liv Morgan made her championship decision in violent fashion. Judgment Day tension is bubbling. And the Elimination Chamber picture is getting very real.

This week’s The Raw Review February 23, 2026 breaks it all down. The moments, the momentum, the legacy and why this episode mattered more than just match results.

If you love wrestling when it blends heart with hype, this one’s for you.

Read it now and let me know, was this the perfect send-off for AJ? https://daveharding.substack.com/p/the-raw-review-february-23-2026

AJ Styles Gets His Flowers, Brock Lesnar Throws Down the Gauntlet and the Road to WrestleMania 42 Intensifies in Atlanta

28/07/2025

Just rewatched Back to the Future and wrote a full deep-dive review on why it’s still an absolute masterpiece nearly 40 years later. Michael J. Fox is electric, Christopher Lloyd is chaotic genius, and the DeLorean is still the coolest time machine in movie history.

It’s funny, smart, heartfelt, and packed with more perfect moments than most modern blockbusters can dream of. Honestly? Still a 10/10.

Take a ride back to 1985 with me no plutonium required.
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https://daveharding.substack.com/p/movie-review-back-to-the-future-1985

Time travel, teen drama, and the coolest car ever made