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  • By: Sean Oliver
  • Narrated by: Sean Oliver
  • Length: 7 hrs and 57 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (168 ratings)
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By: Sean Oliver
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"Sean's story, beginning as a renegade, outlaw company and evolving to redefining the shoot video genre, is extremely fascinating. Who knew that the man asking the questions was as fascinating as his subject matter?" - Justin Barrasso, Sports Illustrated

"Kayfabe brings to life a world that once had its own version of ‘omerta’ in a fascinating, well written book that will intrigue long time fans, new fans, and just those who are hoping to take a peek behind the curtain of this unlikely cultural phenomenon." - Eric Bischoff, WCW President

"I worked in a business full of liars, cheaters, workers, con artists and of course...politicians. I can name maybe 3 people over the years that I 100% trusted, or even believed for that matter. Sean Oliver is one of those men. In reading Kayfabe, you can believe that 100% of this masterpiece is accurate - yes, even the parts about me. The most stand-up guy perhaps ever associated with the business of Pro Wrestling. You want truth - you'll find it right here." - Vince Russo, Former WWE/WCW Head Writer

If you thought the world of pro wrestling was wild, imagine what you haven’t seen on TV and in the ring. Add to that the backdrop of building a renegade production company, negotiating with impossible wrestling talent, and hosting groundbreaking, shoot-style programming, and you have the story of Sean Oliver.

Sean has seen industry-wide accolades for the company he co-founded and for which he serves as front man. But there are also the threats, stories of abuse, and moments of downright hilarity that you haven’t known...until now.

Watch the unpredictable and unconventional story through Sean’s eyes.

©2017 Sean Oliver (P)2017 Sean Oliver

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Very interesting

Good book, nice look at behind the scenes of the behind the scenes of wrestling. Only problem is narrator/writer gets a bit up his own @r$e

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Brilliant for any wrestling fan

A insight into the world of wrestling threw Sean Oliver. Very funny and certainly is a no holds barred.

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Great insight by Sean Oliver

Found it very interesting hearing the ins and outs my mate is desperate to listen

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Brilliant insight to the mad world of wrestlers and very different to any other wrestling book.

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Never heard of this guy but...

What a great book. Never heard of Sean Oliver or his company but what a great insight to the world of shoot interviews and behind the scenes of wrestling

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Just great

Couldn’t stop after starting this one, been a Sean fan since I first came across Kayfabe Commentaries.

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A must buy. Loved the insight.

If you are a wrestling fan and like Shoot Interviews then buy this immediately. Also, from a business prospective it is worthwhile too.

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Good book 👍🏻

If you are into shoot interviews then this is a must have! Good stuff 👏

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Top Notch

Long time fan of the interview series. I really enjoyed Sean’s story, I’ve officially become a Kayfabe Commando.

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One for the fans

Great listen for someone who considers himself a casual wrestling fan. Funny stories and insightful information on both the KC shows and the ongoings of everyday shoot style shows

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