BBC Sounds is set to launch an intriguing new podcast series, "Sport's Strangest Crimes: The Ballad of Bruiser Brody," hosted by comedian Adam Hills. Scheduled for release as an eight-episode box set on Wednesday, March 27th, the show delves into the extraordinary life, legend, and untimely demise of Bruiser Brody, a towering figure in 1980s professional wrestling.
Known to fans as the larger-than-life Bruiser Brody, Frank Goodish was a colossal presence in the wrestling world, standing at 6 feet 8 inches tall and weighing over 300 pounds. Despite his intimidating persona in the ring, he was regarded as a family man and loyal friend by those who knew him well.
The podcast unravels the dramatic events that unfolded on a fateful night in 1988 in Puerto Rico, where Brody became entangled in a violent feud that culminated in tragedy. What began as a scripted wrestling storyline, known as a "work," took a dark turn, resulting in Brody's fatal stabbing backstage at a wrestling event.
Host Adam Hills navigates through the complexities of the case, speaking with wrestlers and industry insiders to separate fact from fiction amidst the murky world of professional wrestling. He explores the aftermath of the incident, including the trial of Brody's assailant, shedding light on the harsh realities behind the glitz and glamour of the wrestling industry.
Reflecting on the series, Adam Hills remarks, "This was a deep dive into a murky crime, made even murkier by the mystery and myth surrounding the outwardly glitzy world of professional wrestling. I hope we managed to tell the story of Bruiser Brody in a way that his alter ego, Frank Goodish, would have liked."
With insights from those closest to the case, "Sport's Strangest Crimes: The Ballad of Bruiser Brody" offers listeners a captivating exploration of one of wrestling's most tragic chapters. The series will be available on BBC Sounds, with episodes released weekly starting from March 27th.
