Popular Podcast Makes Fun of This New England State’s Motto

A popular podcast recently had some fun with one of New England’s most unique mottos—can you really blame them?

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In a time where everyone and their uncle seems to have a podcast, topics range from the profound to the downright absurd. One show, known for its deep dives into professional wrestling, has now turned its attention to mottos in the Northeast.

So, which podcast is discussing New England?

Hosted by James Darnell, Anthony Douglas, and John Blud, the DEADLOCK Podcast offers a weekly exploration of the highs and lows of pro wrestling history. The podcast’s description sums it up perfectly:

If you enjoy wrestling, you’ll like it here. If you don’t enjoy wrestling, you’ll probably like it here even more.

But which New England state’s motto is notable enough to be mocked?

New Hampshire found itself in the DEADLOCK trio’s sights. In an episode titled ‘DEADLOCK Podcast: Revisiting WWE Raw 2002 Jeff Hardy Undertaker Ladder Match, Triple H New nWo Member, Obi Book Kenobi, RVD Brock Lesnar Feud,’ there was a surprise in store for listeners from the Granite State.

During this WWE Monday Night Raw retrospective, which took place at the then Verizon Wireless Arena (now SNHU Arena) in Manchester, New Hampshire, pro wrestler Jeff Hardy was interviewed about an upcoming match. During the interview, Hardy referenced New Hampshire's state motto, ‘Live Free or Die,’ which caught the attention of the DEADLOCK hosts and left them a bit confused.

You can listen to the moment at approximately the 44:02 mark of this video podcast, but be warned, the content is NSFW due to some profanity.

"Live Free or Die" is New Hampshire's official state motto, adopted in 1945.

It originates from a toast penned by General John Stark, a prominent New Hampshire figure and a renowned soldier of the American Revolutionary War. Due to health issues, Stark was unable to attend a commemorative gathering for the anniversary of the Battle of Bennington. Instead, he sent a letter with the toast, which read, “Live free or die: Death is not the worst of evils.”