4 Guys With Quarters

Special guest Joey Thurman discusses his extensive career, starting with his childhood dream of becoming a professional wrestler. He shares how he began training at 16 and had his first wrestling match by 17. His early career included working at television matches in Georgia, a significant hub for indie wrestling.Joey recounts working with wrestling legends he idolized, such as Abdullah the Butcher, and more. He also talks about working with Junkyard Dog, the Samoans, and knowing Big Boss Man. He describes how a chance encounter led him to WCW's training facility, where he eventually got signed.A severe injury during his tenure at WCW led to a career change, as he spent 16 months in a body cast and had to relearn walking. This led him to a 16-year career in law enforcement in Georgia. While still a police officer, he stumbled into acting, landing a role in "Remember the Titans".Joey delves into the art of wrestling, emphasizing the importance of listening to the crowd. He discusses his character, "Mad Dog Joe