# Episode 125 - Boxer vs. Wrestler

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Podcast: [It Was Almost Real: The Pro Wrestling History Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/it-was-almost-real-the-pro-wrestling-history-podcast-5491170)
Published: 2026-03-09T05:32:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, I discuss Tom Sharkey, a professional boxer and part-time wrestler, wrestling "Sailor" Tom Piening, a professional wrestler in February 1904. I also review The Smashing Machine starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Mark Kerr.

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