Pumping Iron (1977): From Jagger Swagger to Barbarian Builds
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We discuss the 1977 documentary Pumping Iron following the epic and hilarious lives of the contestant of the 1975 Mr. Olympia competition in South Africa. Arnold Schwartzenegger vs. Lou Ferrigno. Conan vs. The Hulk. Nuff said. 
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