The Backdrop Driver
Two lifelong wrestling fans, Joe Clark and Steven Diggs Jr., pull up a chair and dive deep into the stories that shape the squared circle. Their The Backdrop Driver podcast is a conversation between friends who’ve spent years watching the ropes, analyzing the characters, and debating the blurred lines between performance and reality. You’ll hear them grapple with the complex issues within the industry, like examining the existence of racism in professional wrestling, and pick apart legendary controversies, such as the enduring mystery of whether the Montreal Screwjob was a genuine betrayal or a brilliantly executed work. It’s less a formal analysis and more like eavesdropping on a passionate, knowledgeable debate at the back of a wrestling convention. Each episode tackles these popular topics with the familiarity of insiders and the critical eye of fans who care deeply about the sport’s past, present, and future. Tune in for thoughtful, often spirited discussions that go beyond the surface-level recap to explore what these moments truly mean for wrestling culture.
