What do Hulk Hogan's death and legacy tell us about nostalgia?
Podcast:Phantom Island Published On: Wed Jul 30 2025 Description: Steven Godfrey is joined by Hector Diaz to reflect on the enormity of Hulk Hogan's initial cultural impact, the decay of his image over time, the truths and falsehoods of his wrestling character and his real life, and what value nostalgia has against a litany of harmful and toxic choices. (There are plenty of wrestling stories as well.) Phantom Island is presented by Homefield and produced by Michael Surber.