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Listeners of The Don Tony Show / Wednesday Night Don-O-Mite that love the show mention:Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show is back once again for WWE FASTLANE 2023 PREVIEW, PREDICTIONS & MORE, presented by BlueWire. DTKC run down the WWE Fastlane lineup, offer bold match predictions, and discuss what could follow leading into WWE Crown Jewel, Royal Rumble and even WrestleMania 40. Here is a brief synopsis of the matches and topics discussed during this episode: Seth Rollins (c) vs Shinsuke Nakamura (Last Man Standing Match for World Heavyweight Championship): Shinsuke Nakamura has been fire in this feud. After weeks of leaving Seth Rollins laying though, Seth will again get revenge. The finish will not be clean, and Nakamura will come out of the match fine. DTKC believe Seth Rollins retaining will lead to an even tougher opponent who may take his Title: Drew McIntyre. Finn Bálor (c) & Damian Priest (c) vs Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso (Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship): DT predicted on Raw Post Show that Dominik Mysterio could regain NXT North American Championship. Judgement Day must all continue to carry Gold a bit longer. Balor/Priest retain, JD McDonough and Dominik will get involved. But will Jimmy Uso ultimately cost Cody/Jey the match? John Cena & LA Knight vs Jimmy Uso & Solo Sikoa: John Cena will soon return to Hollywood but not before helping LA Knight solidify his elevation on SmackDown. The Bloodline will lose the match. But will it be due to Jey Uso and/or Cody Rhodes 'returning the favor' from earlier (see above)? Iyo Sky (c) vs Asuka vs Charlotte Flair (WWE Women's Championship): Bayley adding Asuka to the match could backfire for Iyo Sky. DTKC curveball: Iyo could lose the Title without being pinned. Asuka could be pinned by Charlotte Flair, making her a 15x Women's Champion. LWO (Rey Mysterio, Santos Escobar, Joaquin Wilde, Cruz Del Toro) vs Street Profits & Bobby Lashley (Six Man Tag Team Match): Whatever LWO combination we get, Lashley and The Profits will beat the LWO and leave them laying. PLUS: DTKC think WWE should introduce Jade Cargill to WWE Universe with an appearance at WWE Fastlane. Have her be a guest on Grayson Waller Effect. She can even leave Austin Theory 'Jaded'. DTKC pitch the idea of adding Jade Cargill to the faction of Bobby Lashley and Street Profits. Imagine Judgment Day on one side of the ring and Lashley, Cargill and Street Profits on the other. Holy Sh*t chants would be aplenty from fans. Jimmy Uso vs Jey Uso as early as WWE Crown Jewel? Roman Reigns vs LA Knight at WWE Crown Jewel with John Cena in the corner of LA Knight? And more! If you enjoy this episode, please share the links for this episode with others! This episode will be a fun listen even after WWE Fastlane. What predictions did DTKC nail, and which went in a totally different direction. ==== CLICK HERE to listen to WWE FASTLANE 2023 PREVIEW & PREDICTIONS online. RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of WWE FASTLANE 2023 PREVIEW & PREDICTIONS CLICK HERE for the COMMERCIAL FREE AUDIO episode of WWE FASTLANE 2023 PREVIEW & PREDICTIONS CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all shows ====
Back by Popular Demand! This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: S2 E40 (10/1 - 10/7) Ken Patera retires from powerlifting to become a pro wrestler Plane carrying Ric Flair, Johnny Valentine, Tim Woods and others crashes in Wilmington, NC Audio: Ric Flair's detailed account of the plane crash First incarnation of Midnight Express def Rock n Roll Express to win NWA Mid America Tag Titles Dynamic Duo (Gino Hernandez and Chris Adams) lose a Hair vs Hair match against Kevin & Kerry Von Erich Audio: Highlights of Uncle Elmer wedding from Saturday Night's Main Event. Joyce pelted in the head with trash and The Body loves it! Rockin' Robin becomes last WWF Womens Champion before title is deactivated (for the first time) in 1990 Chris Jericho and Lance Storm make their pro wrestling debuts - against each other! Looking back at WWF 'The Battle Royal' from London, England Vince McMahon sends Macho Man to USWA to face Jerry Lawler for USWA Unified Heavyweight Title Audio: Macho Man and Vince McMahon USWA Promos Audio: Memorable Cactus Jack ECW promo on Tommy Dreamer and dreams of going to WCW Audio: Steve Austin cuts his first Anti-WCW promo on ECW TV Steve Austin makes first ECW House Show appearance Looking back at ECW Ultimate Jeopardy 1996 Audio: HBK vs Undertaker battle in the first ever Hell In A Cell Match, plus a memorable debut by Kane Audio: Controversial interview between Vince McMahon and Melanie Pillman, just one day after the death of Brian Pillman Audio: Jim Cornette's first of several memorable 'shoots' on Raw Audio: Faarooq cuts a great promo on Steve Austin Audio: After having his leg injured by Kane and Undertaker, Vince McMahon has three memorable hospital visits (Mick Foley, Mr Socko's debut, and 'Dr' Austin Audio: Owen Hart walks out of Raw and WWF WCW strips Lenny Lane of Cruiserweight Title due to pressure over his gay character Bret Hart and Chris Benoit have memorable Nitro match paying tribute to the late Owen Hart Darren Drozdov paralyzed in a match against D-Lo Brown Vince Russo and Ed Ferrara abruptly leave WWF and sign with WCW Audio: ECW on TNN airs controversial interview with Tammy 'Sunny' Sytch Audio: Booker T def Jeff Jarrett to win WCW Title (previously vacated by Vince Russo) Audio: Infamous Wrestlecrap moment involving Booker T and a photo of Scott Hall Juventud Guerrera arrested in Australia during WCW tour Looking back at ROH 'Glory By Honor' 2002 and the attempts to run XPW out of Philly Audio: Big Show and Eddie Guerrero tamper with each other's burritos Audio: Carlito makes WWE TV debut and wins US Title Audio: Steve Austin stuns Linda (and the entire McMahon family) at WWE Raw: Homecoming Kurt Angle arrested on DUI charges Audio: Tony Atlas speaks on confrontation with CM Punk in OVW Sandman pleads guilty from incident during Capt Lou Albano's birthday party Looking back at WWE Hell In A Cell 2010 Smackdown debuts on MyNetworkTV CM Punk main events first ever episode of Main Event Audio: Batista makes his MMA debut Tommy Dreamer's House Of Hardcore holds first ever event Cody Rhodes & Goldust reinstated by WWE after defeating The Shield Prince Puma becomes first ever Lucha Underground Champion Audio: Matt Hardy vacates TNA World Heavyweight Championship Audio: Memorable Bayley vs Sasha Banks Ironman Match from NXT Takeover: Respect Broken Hardys win TNA Tag Titles from Abyss and Crazy Steve in 'The Great War' And so much more! CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E40 (10/1 – 10/7) online RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E40 (10/1 – 10/7) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WWE Raw Post Show (10/2/23) hosted by Don Tony & brought to you by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: WWE Raw 10/2/23 Results Plus: Rhea Ripley threatens Dominik Mysterio, DIY (Gargano/Ciampa) reunite! Becky Lynch Title defense postponed, IC Title Match; Two Faced Drew? Trick Williams Appears; New Title Match added to WWE Fastlane & more Reason WWE bumped up Gunther vs Tommaso Ciampa IC Title match to 10/2/23 Raw Becky Lynch medical update following Extreme Rules match at NXT No Mercy Edge replaced by Seth Rollins who is replaced by Sheamus alongside Becky Lynch on WWE 'Then, Now, Forever' Intro (pics) Latest news, details & thoughts on Adam Copeland signing with AEW, schedule and new trademarks. Beautiful Terry Funk mural painted in Amarillo, Texas (pics) NXT Women's Breakout Tournament 2023 Participants & brackets revealed (pics) NXT 10/3/23 and AEW Dynamite 10/4/23 previews This Week In Ratings: MJF continues to dominate; Judgement Day and LWO occupy the penthouse AND the outhouse; RVD fails to 'hook' in viewers; Impact fans say no to nostalgia & more This Week In Wrestling History Preview: Ric Flair plane crash, Chris Jericho & Lance Storm pro wrestling debuts, RIP Brian Pillman, First ever HIAC Match (Kane/WWE debut), Mick Foley introduces Mr Socko, Steve Austin attacks Vince McMahon in hospital & stuns Linda McMahon, Owen Hart Tribute Match, Bayley vs Sasha Banks NXT Takeover, Batista/MMA debut & more! Winner of SmackDown 9/29/23 Watch Party revealed (Gunther, LA Knight or Dominik Mysterio signed WWE Panini Card) WWE SmackDown Watch Party hosted by Don Tony returns Friday 10/6/23 (www.Playback.tv/dontonyshow)
The Sit-Down with Don Tony (10/1/23) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Adam Copeland (Edge) scenario signing with AEW is very similar to when others (Scott Hall, Kevin Nash, etc) left WWE for other promotions Was MJF retaining ROH Tag Team Championships over The Righteous at WrestleDream a mistake? What will be revealed from Tony Khan's 'End Of An Era' tease? WWE decision pairing Becky Lynch with Tiffany Straton paying huge dividends How will Judgement Day handle Dominik Mysterio losing NXT North American Championship? DT's idea will piss you off Looking at the future 'loyalty' towards WWE and why WWE 'Lifers' will be a thing of the past Stock Market reaction to WWE SmackDown to USA TV Deal will result in the move of Raw and NXT to another network or streaming service (ie: Amazon) Swerve Strickland: Future ROH World Champion? As anniversary of Brian Pillman's death approaches, WWE prepares for NXT debut of Brian Pillman Jr Plus: Anticipating Tony Khan hugging Edge... Raw going back to 2 hours... Prince Nana finally gets an AEW shirt... Kurt Angle managing The Creed Brothers... Ciampa/Gargano and much more! ==== CLICK HERE to listen to THE SIT-DOWN WITH DON TONY (EP81) 10/1/2023 online. RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THE SIT-DOWN WITH DON TONY (EP81) 10/1/2023 CLICK HERE for the COMMERCIAL FREE AUDIO episode of THE SIT-DOWN WITH DON TONY (EP81) 10/1/2023 CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows ====
The Don Tony Show (9/30/23), hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Tony Khan offered Adam Copeland (Edge) 'Lucrative Money' to join AEW. Latest details on the offer and what it would have taken for Edge to remain in WWE LA Knight, recovered from Covid, appears on SmackDown and will team with John Cena at WWE Fastlane vs Solo Sikoa & Jimmy Uso News on WWE plans for Roman Reigns vs LA Knight Undisputed WWE Universal Championship Match and location Shawn Michaels talks candid about CM Punk and would welcome him back in NXT and/or WWE WWE SmackDown 9/29/23 recap: LA Knight joins John Cena against The Bloodline; Rey Mysterio & Santos Escobar tear it up; Street Profits go full heel on LWO; Bobby Lashley on Grayson Waller Effect; Bayley pisses off Iyo Sky; Dragon Lee one step closer to main roster stay and more Big update from last week's discussion on Roman Reigns' return to WWE SmackDown Trish Stratus announces 'The Bad Girl Tour' taking place 2023-2024 with ten dates announced in US, Canada & UK (Location info provided) Sorry Will. After further review, the total Assembly at Wembley stands: 72,065 Elite media and personnel elevate their push for AEW to sign Matt Riddle in 2024 AEW Rampage 9/29/23 results & 9/30/23 Collision preview RIP Joyce Grable (70)
Wednesday Night Don-O-Mite (9/28/2023) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: NXT No Mercy and AEW WrestleDream predictions (Title changes, a reveal and a surprise confrontation?) Undisputed Kingdom? Masked men attack Jay White led by a small-shouldered man wearing MJF's Devil Mask. Could the reveal be The Kingdom and Roderick Strong led by Adam Cole? Adam Cole says he needs Ankle Surgery due to broken bones and torn ligaments and cannot defend ROH Tag Team Titles. DT thinks the injury may be part storyline leading to Undisputed Kingdom reveal. Will MJF be part of the faction? Or will Adam Cole turn on his friend? Kenny Omega labeled 'hypocrite' after breaking his silence calling out wrestling fans expressing dissatisfaction and disapproval towards Jade Cargill joining WWE. The Assembly At Wembley gets a new attendance number: 85,528. Don Tony questions the validity of the UK Brent Council email circulating amongst IWC claiming the new attendance number for AEW All in at Wembley. NXT 9/26/23 No Mercy go home show drops over 20%. And the disappointing ratings trend for Carmelo Hayes continues Malakai Black posts video addressing his recent absence and lack of singles matches in AEW DT uncovers a terrible statistic about Malakai Black's run in AEW since July 2021 debut. Will we see Malakai Black return to WWE in 2024? AEW Collision 9/23/23 rating sees substantial increase but also reveals more surprisingly low numbers for Bryan Danielson and Ricky Starks
DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE return for an absolutely loaded episode of the Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show, (recorded 9/26/23) presented by BlueWire. Check out the synopsis below for the topics discussed and details on next week's DTKC Show already scheduled! Some Topics Discussed: ESPN announces WWE signing a multi-year deal with Jade Cargill. Those within the pro-wrestling world and much of the IWC flooded Jade with congratulations and support. Some elements of IWC and media had an odd reaction to the announcement. Don Tony and Kevin Castle discuss Jade Cargill's run within AEW, her current transition in WWE and when we should expect her on WWE TV. DT/KC discuss the importance of Cody Rhodes, who had a major role in bringing Jade Cargill to WWE and will be heavily involved with others joining WWE in the future. DT/KC also address an ongoing problem about AEW that was exposed with the WWE signing of Jade Cargill. Wardlow, Powerhouse Hobbs, Thunder Rosa, Andrade, Ricky Starks, Etc: DT/KC who could be next to sign with WWE once their AEW contracts expire Adam Cole, Miro, FTR, Jon Moxley, Etc: DT/KC discuss why many current AEW wrestlers would likely note return to WWE unless not resigned by AEW Nia Jax' controversial WWE return and why it was the right move Recent WWE/NXT releases: Who could join AEW and who could end up back in WWE NXT airs first video teaser for the imminent debut of Brian Pillman Jr Carmelo Hayes and Ilja Dragunov have quite possibly the worst crowd reaction to a contract signing in WWE history Why Trick Williams instead of Dragon Lee was the right opponent for Dominik Mysterio and NXT No Mercy CM Punk returning to WWE for WrestleMania 40: DT/KC are completely split on the idea Should WWE consider Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns vs The Rock for WrestleMania 40? The cancellation of the TV Show 'Heels' on Starz after two seasons Rave reviews coming in for TV Show 'Wrestlers' on Netflix including praise for Al Snow and others within OVW Who should be the opponent for Sting in his retirement match? Plus: Gunther winning WWE World Heavyweight Championship... Toxic wrestlers... Dana White continues trashing Matt Riddle... Favorite old school wrestling themes and much more!
Back by Popular Demand! This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: S2 E39 (09/24 - 09/30) WWWF Championship Belt stolen from Bruno Sammartino's car First WWWF Showdown At Shea Stadium featuring a 75 Minute main event match between Bruno vs Pedro Morales Audio: Jim Cornette makes his managerial debut Audio: Memorable Memphis match ends in a brawl: Stan Hansen & Jesse Ventura vs Jerry Lawler & Austin Idol Looking back at AWA Superclash '85: Night Of Champions Audio: Battle Of The Talk Shows: Pipers Pit vs The Flower Shop Audio: Ronnie Garvin def Ric Flair for NWA Heavyweight Title Bonus Audio: Ronnie Garvin speaks candidly on the title win, and Ric Flair's first promo after losing the title Kerry Von Erich sentenced in prescription forgery arrest Audio: Vince McMahon sends Macho Man to take out Jerry Lawler and USWA Title. (Promos by Macho Man and Vince) Shawn Michaels walks out of WWF and is stripped of IC Title Bonus Audio: Shawn Michaels speaks on walking out of WWF in 1993 Brian Christopher and The Rock 'n Roll Express make their WWF debuts Audio: Terry Funk vs Jimmy Snuka for ECW TV Title main event's first NWA/ECW event booked by Paul Heyman Audio: Fake Razor Ramon and Fake Diesel in ring WWF debut, with Jim Ross on commentary Looking back at WWF In Your House: Breakdown 1998 Audio: Christian makes his WWF debut Audio: Kane and Undertaker def Steve Austin for WWF Title Audio: Steve Austin and a Zamboni ruin Vince McMahon, Kane, and Undertaker's Title Award Ceremony Audio: Vince backs out his deal with Kane and Undertaker, gets caught giving them the finger, then has his leg broken Audio: First time and only time ever 1 on 1 match: Hulk Hogan vs Bret Hart main event Nitro Audio: Remembering the disaster: Al Snow vs Big Boss Man 'Kennel From Hell Match' 'This Is Your Life: The Rock' hosted by Mick Foley scores a record 8.4 rating Audio: '1, 2, It Doesn't Matter If The Rock Counts To 3!' Vince Russo and Ed Ferrara leave WWF for WCW WCW airs a Sprite Soda commercial featuring Sting 'beating up' a 10 year old kid at home Psychosis loses a Mask vs Hair Match against Kidman on Nitro Audio: Sid Vicious finds his rental car crushed by Goldberg First episode of Raw on TNN airs Audio: Vince Russo wins WCW Heavyweight Title from Booker T on Nitro Looking back at ECW Anarchy Rulz 2000 TNA stars Andy Douglas and Johnny Devine stabbed outside a Nashville Nightclub Last episode of Raw airs on Spike TV Dolph Ziggler makes his first WWE appearance as the caddy for Kerwin White Cowboy Bob Orton wrestles on Smackdown; first match since 1987 Audio: CM Punk debut match in Ohio Valley Wrestling TNA makes their debut on Spike TV Smackdown airs for the last time on CW Network (before the move to MyNetworkTV) Looking back at WWE Smackdown Special: Decade Of Smackdown Ric Flair Robe becomes first ever pro wrestling item to enter the Smithsonian Institute Audio: Drew McIntyre makes his WWE in ring debut Bryan Danielson makes his last ROH appearance before jumping to WWE Bret Hart wrestles last ever match in MSG Edge destroys the annoying Anonymous Raw GM Laptop Smackdown debuts on Syfy Network WWE signs Rusev, Neville, and Sara del Rey The shortest Hell In The Cell Match in history happens post Raw (5 Minutes) and CM Punk isn't thrilled about it Audio: Hulk Hogan quits Dixie Carter and TNA Asuka makes her NXT debut Neville wrestles last 205 Live match before walking out of WWE And much more! CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E39 (9/24 – 9/30) online RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E39 (9/24 – 9/30) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WWE Raw Post Show (9/25/23) hosted by Don Tony & brought to you by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: WWE Raw 9/25/23 Recap: Dragon Lee and Dominik Mysterio tear it up; Judgement Day (minus Mami) defend their Titles; Nia Jax' in ring return; Drew McIntyre: Coward? Nakamura reveals his rematch stip & did Seth take a jab at CM Punk? SmackDown leaving FOX for USA Network likely spells the end of Raw and possibly NXT on USA. DT flashes back to Raw & SmackDown ratings at the time of the previous TV Deals in 2018. The ratings decline for Raw may shock you. WWE announces John Cena vs Jimmy Uso & Solo Sikoa Handicap Match at Fastlane LA Knight medical update after testing positive for Covid Elite media already grooming AEW fans for the possibility of Matt Riddle joining AEW in 2024 Mandy Rose: "I'm making life changing $$$ thanks to OnlyFans!" Trouble In Paradise: Hulk Hogan gets married over the weekend and daughter Brooke gives an interesting reason for not attending Rick Boogs vents on WWE release: Claims someone backstage had a 'weird grudge' against him, and Vince McMahon stepping down in 2022 killed his career. This Week In Ratings: Dynamite hits a Grand Slam while Rampage fouls out; Cena/Styles beatdown fails to impress; Dirty Dom tops Becky Lynch; Impact 1000 disappoints; NJPW tanks; low numbers for Danielson/Claudio and Page/Young Bucks matches This Week In Wrestling History Preview: Jim Cornette managerial debut; Pipers Pit vs The Flower Shop; CM Punk arrives in OVW; Steve Austin rides the Zamboni; The Rock: This Is Your Life; Vince Russo and Ed Ferrara leave WWE for WCW; Hogan quits TNA and much more! NXT Watch Party hosted by Don Tony returns Tuesday 9/26/23 (www.Playback.tv/dontonyshow
The Sit-Down with Don Tony (9/24/23) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: DT reveals how much WWE Raw and SmackDown ratings have dropped since 2018 TV deals with NBCU and FOX. And the numbers will surprise you. Saraya claims 10+ years of personal and wrestling merchandise was stolen from a storage locker and auction sales attempted. Was she robbed? Or did Saraya fall into default with a storage company who took possession of their storage locker and sold off the contents due to months of unpaid fees? WWE teases a feud between Cody Rhodes and Omos? Rick Boogs is not happy about his WWE release Is Dolph Ziggler a future WWE Hall of Famer? Thoughts on AEW blocking Stevie Richards' YouTube video discussing Jon Moxley's concussion Thoughts about Eddie Kingston holding ROH and NJPW but not AEW Championships Wardlow mirroring Jade Cargill's path to WWE Showing love towards Johnny Rodz, Junkyard Dog, and SD Jones Plus: NWO jumping the shark; Memories of Kaufman & Lawler on Letterman, Harlem Heat forgotten; Why shelf life of Public Enemy (Tag Team) was so short, Thoughts on James Romero (host of Wrestling Shoot Interviews) and more Plus: DT reveals current photo of infamous 'Captain Lenny'; When will DT call it quits in podcasting; Happy 9:24 Day and more!
The Don Tony Show (9/23/23), hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: WWE releases over TWENTY WWE/NXT wrestlers including: Matt Riddle, Dolph Ziggler, Elias, Rick Boogs, Mustafa Ali, Shelton Benjamin, Dana Brooke, Mansoor and Mace, Aliyah, Top Dolla, Daba-Kato, Shanky, Riddick Moss, Emma, Ikemen Jiro, Yulisa Leon, and Quincy Elliot. DT discusses each release, who may end up in AEW/Impact/Indies, and who may call it quits. If you could convince WWE to rehire only one of the latest releases, who would you choose? WWE agrees with NBCU on 5-Year $1.4 Billion TV deal to move SmackDown from FOX to USA. Don Tony flashes back to 2018 TV Deals and explains why this could spell the end of Monday Night Raw and NXT on USA. WWE Raw moving to Tuesday nights and NXT to Wednesday nights in 2024? TKO (WWE) stock tanks 15% following announcement of SmackDown TV deal AJ Styles, LA Knight or Randy Orton: Who teams with John Cena at WWE Fastlane? WWE SmackDown 9/22/23 recap, news & notes including LA Knight pulled, tests positive for Covid, John Cena wrestles Montez Ford & Beck Lynch defends NXT Women's Championship in dark matches (video) Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns returning to TV sooner than most expect WWE announces Elimination Chamber 2024 in Perth, Australia which means a horrible live start time for many viewers (Get ready to wake up before sunrise!) AEW Rampage 9/22/23 results & 9/23/23 Collision preview Jon Moxley suffering concussion on AEW Dynamite leads to stupid remarks amongst some in the media
Wednesday Night Don-O-Mite (9/20/2023) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Becky Lynch opened and closed 9/19/23 NXT episode. But Dominik Mysterio dominated the overall; and it wasn't close AEW had a week long NY media frenzy to hype up Dynamite at Arthur Ashe Stadium. And there was one topic that was off limits to the media besides CM Punk. Zack Gibson and James Drake (Grizzled Young Veterans/The Dyad) quietly finish up with WWE. Could GYV land a feud with FTR over AEW Tag Team Championships in October? Double Edged Sword: WWE's recent use of Raw/SmackDown stars in NXT The annual Fall tradition for AEW: Substantial dip in ticket sales. DT breaks down upcoming ticket sales for many AEW events and a multi-year pattern that has developed DT discusses the biggest problem AEW currently faces with their TV product and ticket sales. Can it even be repaired in the short term? Chris Jericho says AEW is 'absolutely better' now than it was a month ago NXT 9/19/23 results & TV rating filled with several peaks and valleys during the show NXT 9/26/23 preview featuring Melo/Ilja Contract signing, Becky Lynch, Strap Match, Butch vs Joe Coffey, Gigi Dolin vs Blair Davenport & more Impact Wrestling Hall Of Fame correction from last week's episode AEW Collision 9/16/23 rating (Bryan Danielson/Claudio Castagnoli, FTR, Ricky Starks in action) And much more!
Back by Popular Demand! This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: S2 E38 (09/17 - 09/23) EMLL (now known as CMLL) promotes it's first show. Fabulous Moolah begins her 28 year run as Womens Champion. Hints of a Jimmy Snuka 'babyface' turn in WWF begins (1982) Serious health issues force Jesse 'The Body' Ventura to retire from pro wrestling Steel Cage Match between Capt Lou Albano (52) and Freddie Blassie (67) SNME debuts the WWF Music Video 'Piledriver', and Mega Powers seal their bond with 'the handshake' Audio: Looking back at WWF 'Piledriver'. Which tune was your favorite? Dustin Rhodes makes his WWF debut on SNME Audio: Jake The Snake Roberts promo on Prime Time Wrestling Looking back at WCW Fall Brawl: War Games 1993 & 1994 Global Wrestling Federation folds after three year run Audio: Mr Wonderful Paul Orndorff meets Psychic Gary Spivey Audio: Rey Mysterio Jr and Psichosis make their ECW debut Audio: Steve-A-Mania runs wild as Steve Austin makes his ECW debut Audio: Infamous Cactus Jack Promo: 'Cane Dewey' Audio: Jim Ross shoots on WWF and introduces the fake Razor Ramon and fake Diesel Public Enemy win WCW Tag Team Titles from Harlem Heat Audio: ECW invades WWE IYH Mind Games PPV and Monday Night Raw Audio: Highlights of Beulah McGillicutty vs Bill Alfonso (ECW As Good As It Gets) Looking back at WWF UK Exclusive PPV: One Night Only Audio: Cactus Jack makes WWF debut Audio: Steve Austin stuns Vince McMahon for the first time and is arrested Audio: Bill Goldberg makes his WCW debut The story behind the Missy Hyatt / Scott Putski Sex Video Stephanie McMahon makes her pro wrestling debut on Raw Vince McMahon vacates the WWF Championship and is reinstated by Steve Austin The night Triple H wrestled five times on an episode of Smackdown Looking back at 1999 ECW Anarchy Rulz Last episode of Raw on USA Network before jump to TNN Kronik wrestle their one and only PPV match for WWE Looking back at WWF Unforgiven 2000, 2003 Audio: Raven makes his memorable WWF debut Kane and The Hurricane win WWF Tag Team Titles Samoa Joe vs AJ Styles vs Bryan Danielson tear down the house at 2004 IWA Mid South Ted Petty Invitational Audio: Lita suffers a miscarriage. Gene Snitsky insists that it wasn't his fault Looking back at 'Christy/Carmella' and the WWE shadiness behind the 2004 Divas Search Contest The story behind New Jack arrested before USAPW show and DT bailing him out of prison Audio: Bobby Lashley makes WWE debut WWE releases Mark Copani (aka Muhammad Hassan) TNA rehires Vince Russo to the creative team Audio: TNA signs Kurt Angle and the commentators go bonkers Teddy Long suffers 'heart attack' during his wedding ceremony to Kristal Marshall Arizona Court dismisses Ultimate Warrior lawsuit against WWE Audio: Mark Henry def Randy Orton to become World Heavyweight Champion Audio: Triple H vs CM Punk (Night Of Champions 2011) Matt Hardy arrested for third time in a month and charged with possession, intent to sell/distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia and more TNA changes to live format in attempt to stop substantial ratings decline Roman Reigns suffers his first pin (loss) on WWE roster Looking back at WWE Night Of Champions 2014 & 2015 Sting suffers serious neck injury (against Seth Rollins) and wrestles last ever match Audio: The List Of Jericho is born Cesaro suffers two impacted front teeth during Tag Title bout, and finishes the match And much more! CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E38 (9/17 – 9/23) online RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E37 (9/17 – 9/23) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WWE Raw Post Show (9/18/23) hosted by Don Tony & brought to you by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: WWE Raw 9/18/23 Results: Cody vs Dirty Dom; Jey Uso rejects Judgement Day, Drew McIntyre Claymores Jey Uso and turns down the fans, Becky defends NXT Title, KO argues with Cody/Sami, Nia Jax injures everyone, Nakamura humbles Rollins, Ivar breakout match & more Reason why Matt Riddle was not at Raw for a second straight week Seth Rollins dethrones Roman Reigns atop 2023 PWI 500 DT breaks down PWI 500: Who deserved their spot, who ranked pathetically low, and who ranked ridiculously high JoJo Offerman emotional comments about the passing of Bray Wyatt Important update about cancellation of upcoming Mattel/Bray Wyatt figures CM Punk breaks silence after AEW firing & teases a possible appearance at WWE Survivor Series (in Chicago) Should WWE bring in CM Punk to face Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 40? John Cena & Roman Reigns advertised for 11/4/23 WWE Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia (video) Becky Lynch & Tiffany Straton tearing it up on WWE House Shows (video) This Week In Ratings: The Rock lays the SmackDown on everyone, LA Knight tops John Cena, Page and Cage score big while Nick Wayne stays in the basement, The Man dominates NXT, Impact: 1000 disappoints & more This Week In Wrestling History Preview: TNA signs Kurt Angle, The List Of Jericho turns 7, Steve-O-Mania runs wild in ECW! Sting vs Seth Rollins, Jim Ross' WWE Pipe Bomb, Cactus Jack memorable WWE debut, Samoa Joe vs AJ Styles vs Bryan Danielson, Goldberg WCW debut & more! NXT Watch Party hosted by Don Tony returns Tuesday 9/19/23 (www.Playback.tv/dontonyshow)
The Sit-Down with Don Tony (9/17/23) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Jade Cargill officially done with AEW and begins at WWE Performance Center this week. How will WWE handle her immediate future? DT explains why unless AEW gives Women much more TV time, Kris Statlander, Jamie Hayter and others could end up in WWE sooner then maybe expect When was the turning point for John Cena when the fans truly let go off 'Cena Sucks' and embraced him as he is today Why hasn't Tony Khan addressed the AEW All In (Wembley) attendance controversy? DT breaks down the biggest problem with Ring Of Honor's current product and would Tony Khan give it the time to be repaired? Reflections on Kane's WWE Hall of Fame career Ranking Samoa Joe amongst all time Samoan wrestlers Thoughts on Britt Baker losing last seven matches despite receiving Championship matches on AEW TV WWF Winged; WCW Heavyweight Championship, IC Title: Which Wrestling Championship Belt design is your favorite? Plus: Showing love for Toni Storm, Von Wagner, Bron Breakker and Paul Wight (Big Show); Remembering Abraham Washington and Manu; Zilla Fatu leaving Booker T' ROW and more Plus: Would DT shave his mustache; DT appearing on Judge Judy; More love for Circos Bakery; Don't buy Bolter Boxer Shorts; The infamous 'Dump On The Stoop' story retold and more!
The Don Tony Show (9/16/23), hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Uncensored Audio: The Rock leads 'You Are An A**Hole' Chants at Austin Theory on SmackDown WWE SmackDown 9/15/23 recap: The Rock & Pat McAfee appear and get physical with Austin Theory; John Cena & AJ Styles brawl w/Solo Sikoa & Jimmy Uso; Bobby Lashley & Street Profits attack Rey Mysterio & LWO; LA Knight def The Miz & calls out all singles Champs inc Roman Reigns; Shotzi continues to troll Bayley; Pretty Deadly nearing a return & more The Rock reveals that WrestleMania 39 Match vs Roman Reigns was on, why it didn't happen, performing at WrestleMania 40 and more (Audio) DT explains why The Rock will not replace Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40 for the Championship. Could Roman Reigns vs The Rock happen on a PLE prior to WM40? With WWE/UFC merger completed, DT explains what changes to expect on WWE TV & at WWE Headquarters including job cuts Dana White calls UFC Executive' wish about UFC/WWE fan crossover, ‘One of the dumbest statements of all-time' Jade Cargill wrestles final AEW match (2nd Loss vs Kris Statlander) and is leaving for WWE Will Jade Cargill begin her WWE career in NXT? Make her debut at Royal Rumble? Face Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 40? TKO names AEW, NJPW, ROH & others as competition with one notable promotion omitted Amidst AEW All In (Wembley) Paid Attendance mess, Will Osperay is humorously pissed over getting '81,035' tattoo (Video) Disappointing ratings news for Impact: 1000th Episode Celebration (Night One) AEW Rampage recap; AEW Collision preview Plus: Matt Riddle update, Tampa Bay to host Royal Rumble 2024, High praise for Austin Theory, Jaxson Ryker joins NC Police Dept, Nick Khan on Stephanie McMahon return, TKO @ NYSE & more! ====
Wednesday Night Don-O-Mite (9/13/2023) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Termination With Cause: DT breaks down CM Punk termination from AEW and Tony Khan statement designed by AEW legal team with influence from Warner Media in the event CM Punk attempts to sue AEW DT explains the legal aspect behind Nick Khan's strategic answer to ESPN if WWE would consider rehiring CM Punk Despite defending CM Punk for most of the past year, Don Tony discusses why CM Punk firing was justified. CM Punk ignored warning by Tony Khan prior to the altercation with Jack Perry at All In RIP 81,035. United Kingdom (via Freedom Of Information Act) reveals true attendance of AEW All In at Wembley: 72,265. Get ready for World War 3 across the IWC Becky Lynch wins NXT Women's Championship and becomes a Grand Slam Champion DT shoots down cringe element of IWC calling Becky Lynch NXT Title win 'stupid' and Tiffany Straton 'buried' from the loss NXT draws over One Million viewers for Becky Lynch vs Tiffany Straton NXT Women's Championship match NXT 9/13/23 results and TV rating plus NXT No Mercy news (new matches added) Impact Wrestling 1000th Episode 9/14/23 preview (non-spoiler) AEW Dynamite 9/13/23 TV results and 9/20/23 preview Props to Prince Nana landing AEW Multi-Year contract, Dominik Mysterio and Baron Corbin's recent NXT work And much more! ==== CLICK HERE to listen to WEDNESDAY NIGHT DON-O-MITE 9/13/23 Episode 189 online RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO version of WEDNESDAY NIGHT DON-O-MITE 9/13/23 Episode 189 CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all shows ====
Back by Popular Demand! This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: S2 E37 (09/10 - 09/16) Audio: Tupelo Concession Stand Brawl: Eddie Gilbert and Ricky Morton vs Atsushi Onita and Masa Fuchi Ric Flair def Dusty Rhodes to win NWA World Heavyweight Title for the first time Hulk Hogan's Rock N Wrestling Cartoon premieres on CBS Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan team up in the booth for the first time The Quebecers def Steiner Brothers for the WWF Tag Team Titles - on a DQ Audio: Tatanka (representing WWF) def Jerry Lawler for USWA Unified Heavyweight Championship Audio: More Pre 'Mr McMahon' USWA Promos 1993 Nitro and Raw go head to head for the first time ever WWF debuts 'Raw On The Roof' intro Audio: Eric Bischoff debuts 'Raw Spoilers' during Nitro broadcasts WCW fires Steve Austin Audio: Steve Austin and Eric Bischoff look back at the Austin firing Audio: Sabu makes his WCW debut on Nitro Sting drops the colorful face paint and tights Sean Waltman makes his WCW debut Looking back at Terry Funk: Wrestlefest featuring wrestlers from WWF, ECW, Japan, and more Audio: Highlights of Bret Hart vs Terry Funk (Wrestlefest) Curt Hennig turns on the Horsemen Audio: Hulk Hogan challenges and Warrior accepts match at WCW Halloween Havoc Audio: Ric Flair returns to WCW, reforms The Horsemen and curses out Eric Bischoff Jacqueline def Sable to win Womens Championship, previously vacated for almost 3 years Sandman signs with WCW, abruptly leaves ECW Audio: New Jack speaks on Taz' 1997 arrest after an alleged incident at a tanning salon involving a minor Vince McMahon def Triple H for WWF Championship Audio: WWF wrestlers pay tribute to victims of 9/11. And then it was Stephanie McMahon's turn to pay tribute Audio: International Organization For Women confront Eric Bischoff Audio: The Upset Of The Century: Rico def Ric Flair on Raw Audio: Billy and Chuck Wedding and the awesome performance by Eric Bischoff GLAAD, NY Times, NY Post, Today Show and others are not happy with the outcome of the wedding between Billy Gunn and Chuck Polumbo 80 Year Old Fabulous Moolah def Victoria on Raw Audio: Eddie Guerrero vs John Cena Parking Lot Brawl Audio: Raven comments on losing a NWATNA Hair vs Hair match and his head being butchered in the process Brock Lesnar and Kurt Angle wrestle a One Hour Ironman Match on Smackdown Simon Dean's Commercial debuts on Raw, and fans actually tried buying the fitness products Audio: Gene Snitsky makes his Raw debut and Lita has a 'miscarriage' Arguably the greatest match in TNA history: AJ Styles vs Samoa Joe vs Christopher Daniels X Division Title (Unbreakable 2005) WWE releases Daniel Puder Trish Stratus wrestles last match as a full time competitor ECW (WWE) has its first ever event at MSG Audio: Tired or Under The Influence? Jeff Hardy has some blunt comments towards CM Punk after the 'Charismatic Enabler' promo Jeff Hardy arrested and charged with trafficking prescription pills and possessing anabolic steroids Ric Flair recently retired from WWE, agrees to wrestle for Hulkamania Tour of Australia Seth Rollins wrestles last ever ROH match, and makes his WWE debut Audio: Kevin Nash speaks on 2011 return, never facing CM Punk at COC and major changes within WWE locker room Nikki Bella becomes longest reigning Divas Champion Sting wrestles his first, and last ever Raw match Kevin Owens headbutts Vince McMahon Kairi Sane wins the 2017 Mae Young Classic Tournament And so much more! CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E37 (9/10 – 9/16) online RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E37 (9/10 – 9/16) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WWE Raw Post Show (9/11/23) hosted by Don Tony & brought to you by BlueWire. Don Tony's DMs and emails were blowing up over TMZ Story stating Matt Riddle was assaulted' by JFK Airport Security. So, rather than cover an incomplete TMZ story and fake news by the wrestling news world, Don Tony went straight to the SOURCE. (starts at 21:42 mark) DT discusses in detail, the complete and untold details as to what actually went down at JFK airport with Matt Riddle and Security. DT reveals the real reason why Matt Riddle missed Monday Night Raw (9/11/23). DT also flushes the fake news being reported that Riddle was pulled from Raw and future WWE events due to the JFK Airport incident. This plus your weekly WWE Raw Review (9/11/23), thoughts on Nia Jax' return, WWE/UFC merger to be finalized this week; Hacksaw Jim Duggan Health Update; TWIWH (This Week In Wrestling History), NXT and AEW Dynamite previews, NXT Watch Party details, The Week In Ratings and more. RIP 'General' Adnan Al-Kaissie (84). ==== CLICK HERE to listen to WWE RAW POST SHOW 9/11/2023 online. RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of WWE RAW POST SHOW 9/11/2023 CLICK HERE for the COMMERCIAL FREE AUDIO episode of WWE RAW POST SHOW 9/11/2023 CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all shows ==== WWE Raw Results (9/11/23): Judgement Day (c) def Jey Uso and Kevin Owens (Non-Title Match) The Miz def Akira Tozawa Drew McIntyre def Xavier Woods Shayna Baszler def Chelsea Green Alpha Academy and Tommaso Ciampa def Imperium Rhea Ripley (c) def Raquel Rodriguez (Women's World Championship, Dominik Mysterio barred from ringside) WWE Main Event Results (9/11/23): Bronson Reed def Riddick Moss Viking Raiders def Cedric Alexander and Shelton Benjamin ====
The Sit-Down with Don Tony (9/10/23) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Note from DT: I ended up stuck in Florida (with the Mrs) for a few extra days due to Delta Airlines canceling our return flight last minute (Weather). My return flight to New York is now happening - on September 11th. Ugh. So, this episode was a first for yours truly: An impromptu live stream from my laptop in my Hotel Room in Fort Myers, Florida. A really fun episode talking lots about WWE and AEW, should CM Punk and Ace Steel have been fired, The Bloodline story hitting a brick wall, favorite Bray Wyatt moment, WWE HOF 2024 Candidates, When does LA Knight finish a story? Drew McIntyre replacing Randy Orton, Judgement Day's future, AEW Collision's future, even a 'vision' about a perfect WrestleMania 40 match for CM Punk and much more. Enjoy this episode; I had alot of fun recording it for everyone live. ====
Back by Popular Demand! This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: S2 E36 (09/03 - 09/09) Giant Baba def Harley Race for NWA Heavyweight Title - just to lose it back to Race days later Wild Samoans win WWWF Tag Titles (Vacated by Backlund & Morales) Looking back at WCCW Labor Day Star Wars 1983, 1984, 1987 Georgia Championship Wrestling regains WTBS Studios Looking back at 1987 and 1991 King Of The Ring Looking back at WCW Clash Of Champions XII: Fall Brawl '90 Sting defeats The Black Scorpion. Or does he? NWA strips Ric Flair of World Heavyweight Championship Audio: Ric Flair makes his memorable WWF debut. Highlights of Prime Time Wrestling promo, debut match, and the incident with Roddy Piper. Vince McMahon gets physically involved in a segment for the first time ever Audio: Sgt Slaughter wants his country back WCW airs first ever episode of Monday Nitro Audio: Lex Luger makes surprise appearance on first ever episode of WCW Monday Nitro and confronts Hulk Hogan Audio: Eric Bischoff speaks on rehiring of Lex Luger and historic importance of his Nitro appearance WWF airs special Friday Night Raw Shawn Michaels appears in Playgirl Magazine Audio: Jim Ross announces imminent return of Razor Ramon and Diesel to WWF Audio: NWO Shirts officially go on sale & Scott Hall proclaims he is NWO For Life Looking back at WWF In Your House 17: Ground Zero Audio: Womens history made on Raw: Tori vs Ivory in the first ever Womens Hardcore Match for Womens Title Audio: Val Venis and Big Show urinate on GTV: 'And they call you The Big Show?!' Audio: Howard Finkel vs Tony Chimmel Tuxedo Match Audio: Rock and Mankind vs Big Show and Undertaker Buried Alive match with lots of interference from Austin, Kane, Triple H and more Audio: WCW holds complicated Battle Royal on Nitro with a 'Can't Blame It On Russo' result Eddie Guerrero def Chyna and Kurt Angle to win IC Title Rhino def Kid Kash to become last ever ECW World TV Champion Audio: Kurt Angle kidnaps Steve Austin and throws him into a Pool Audio: Christian turns on Edge Audio: Steven Richards vs Undertaker leads to WWF debut of Kronik Looking back at NWATNA One Penny 2003 Audio: Brock Lesnar cuts promo of his career while attacking and throwing Zach Gowen down a long flight of stairs ROH 'Beating The Odds' featuring Raven vs CM Punk: Clockwork Orange House Of Fun Match WWE tapes first episode of Friday Night Smackdown to dismal ratings TNA releases Andrew 'Test' Martin after one match due to substance abuse issues and more Audio: Adam Pacman Jones' awful TNA Tag Title reign begins Audio: Hornswoggle revealed as Vince McMahon's bastard son The Wrestler wins 2008 Golden Lion Award at Venice Film Festival Bryan Danielson and Nigel McGuinness leave ROH for WWE. One would sign with WWE while the other fails a physical but signs with TNA Audio: Bob Barker hosts 'The Price Is Raw' Audio: CM Punk impersonates Jeff Hardy and cuts memorable 'straight edge' promo Memphis Championship Wrestling closes its doors Bret Hart makes his WWE Raw return in almost 15 years Audio: Jerry Lawler suffers Heart Attack during Raw. Includes clips from Raw, comments from Michael Cole and a controversial interview between Steve Austin and Jerry Lawler Lucha Underground tapes its first ever episode. 2014 WWE signs Asuka Sting destroys Seth Rollins' statue inside a garbage truck Audio: Gallows and Anderson introduce 'The Old Day' And so much more! CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E36 (9/3 – 9/9) online RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E36 (9/3 – 9/9) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Q&A With Don Tony (EP84) 9/4/23, hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Addressing media who called Don Tony ‘reckless' for stating Bray Wyatt not wearing his Cardiac Life Vest likely cost him his life What is your all-time favorite match featuring Bray Wyatt and Terry Funk? Who would have dethroned Roman Reigns If Cody Rhodes never returned to WWE? How likely would Roman Reigns have already lost the WWE and Universal Championships? And if dethroned sooner, would the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship (singular title) and even Seth Rollins' World Heavyweight Championship have even been created? Which would give Cody better, grittier moment leading into WrestleMania 40: Winning 2024 Royal Rumble or Elimination Chamber? Should AEW have an authority figure (not named Tony Khan) on AEW TV to help set up matches & storylines? Status of Carlito's WWE return and how should he be brought back to WWE TV Discussing the future of Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams on WWE Main Roster Should Adam Cole ultimately 'turn' on MJF, or the reverse? Following a solid 2022 but mediocre 2023, what is next for Austin Theory? Would Powerhouse Hobbs be main roster ready if he jumped to WWE? Or should he first have a run in NXT? Thoughts on Asuka's current run, WWE further tweaking her character, and how she has become much more interactive and vocal on social media about wrestling and the fans Plus: Dominik vs Rey II.. Rhea Ripley's next big feud.. Best Trish Stratus' rivals not named Lita.. Why WWE doesn't use Haku much on TV when bringing back legends.. Saudi Arabia throwing big bucks at Soccer.. Thoughts on the SmackDown pilot.. Why 90's Raw was two shows and much more! **NOTE: This episode was recorded Thursday night, 8/31/23, a day before it was revealed that CM Punk was fired from AEW. Just wanted to point that out for those wondering why no CM Punk questions were asked. ==== CLICK HERE to listen to Q&A w/ DON TONY (#84) 9/4/2023 online. RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of Q&A w/ DON TONY (#84) 9/4/2023 CLICK HERE for AD-FREE episode of Q&A w/ DON TONY (#84) 9/4/2023 online. CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows! ====
Wednesday Night Don-O-Mite (8/30/2023) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: CM Punk and Jack Perry suspended after backstage altercation at AEW All In: Perry choosing to embarrass Punk over being part of an historic and important wrestling event exposes a major underlying problem within AEW. Tony Khan authorizing Jack Perry to use Glass (Windshield) and not talking to him about the CM Punk matter beforehand is embarrassing and inexcusable. When will the wrestling world wise up and realize Khan referencing 'investigations' is used as a cop out from talking about problems When will Warner Media start expressing concern and is AEW a blowout away from a mess that affects their foundation and future? Impact Wrestling to celebrate 1000 Episodes with a special event featuring appearances and in-ring returns of Awesome Kong, Gail Kim, Team 3D (Dudleys), Beautiful People and more. Plus the return of the Ultimate X and Feast or Fired Matches. AEW Dynamite 8/30/23 TV results and All Out PPV updates (several new matches added) Several AEW wrestlers allowed to skip Dynamite in order to attend funeral of Windham Rotunda NXT 8/29/23 results: Bray Wyatt tribute (RIP); Creed Brothers reinstated; Kiana James earns a title shot; Dana Brooke heel turn is near; Wes Lee wants a rematch; Butch (Pete Dunne) returns and more! Lola Vice and Elektra Lopez vs Chelsea Green and Piper Niven for WWE Women's Tag Team Championship coming to NXT? Dominik Mysterio to referee Number One Contenders Match on 9/5/23 NXT CM Punk honored at Cauliflower Alley Club, receives the prestigious Iron Mike Mazurki Award Plus: AEW All In results; original plans for CM Punk at AEW All Out; Saraya vs Toni Storm feud coming? and more!
Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show is back once again for WWE PAYBACK 2023 PREVIEW & PREDICTIONS, presented by BlueWire. DTKC run down the WWE Payback lineup, offer some bold match predictions, and discuss what could follow for several WWE Superstars leading into the Fall. WWE Payback comes less than a week after AEW All In, which has been overshadowed by an altercation between CM Punk and Jack Perry. DTKC briefly discuss the incident and the terrible handling by AEW. Here is a brief synopsis of the matches and topics discussed during this episode: Seth Rollins (c) vs Shinsuke Nakamura (World Heavyweight Championship): Why the sudden extreme disdain from Shinsuke Nakamura towards Seth Rollins? Expect them to tear the house down at Payback despite a feud that feels forced, even a bit confusing. Could Seth Rollins' back issues lead to the crowning of a new World Heavyweight Champion? Kevin Owens (c) and Sami Zayn (c) vs Finn Bálor and Damian Priest (Steel City Street Fight for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship): Logic is thrown out the door. Why would Owens/Zayn who complain about Judgement Day always playing the numbers game, choose a stipulation that allows it to continue? For that reason alone, DTKC want to see new Tag Team Champions. Rhea Ripley (c) vs Raquel Rodriguez (Women's World Championship): This feud is just getting started and should continue into the fall. Expect Dirty Dom to get involved. Rey Mysterio (c) vs Austin Theory (United States Championship): Has WWE lost a little faith with Austin Theory? How will WWE lead Santos Escobar into an expected Title shot against Rey Mysterio? Could Escobar turn on Mysterio? LA Knight vs The Miz: Expect a good 'Knight' for LA. But also expect the feud to continue beyond Payback. Becky Lynch vs Trish Stratus (Steel Cage Match): DTKC break down what has been the biggest problem with the Becky/Trish feud. Trish entering her first ever cage match, and an anticipated return of Lita will salvage what has been a very disappointing feud Grayson Waller Effect with Special Guest: Cody Rhodes: Expect Cody to go into Dusty Mode for the Pittsburgh crowd and get physical with Waller. An impromptu match could even go down between the two. PLUS: DTKC discuss the temporary pause of The Bloodline; John Cena's return to WWE TV; LA Knight earning a leadership role with WWE; Is Shayna Baszler the next feud for Becky Lynch; Shayna Baszler/Zoey Stark as a future Tag Team and much more! If you enjoy this episode, please share the links for this episode with others! This episode will be a fun listen even after WWE Payback. What predictions did DTKC nail, and which went in a totally different direction. ==== CLICK HERE to listen to WWE PAYBACK 2023 PREVIEW & PREDICTIONS online. RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of WWE PAYBACK 2023 PREVIEW & PREDICTIONS CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all shows ====
Back by Popular Demand! This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: S2 E35 (08/27 - 09/02) Looking back at a memorable '77 WWWF MSG match and feud between Superstar Billy Graham vs Ivan Putski Pat Patterson becomes the first ever WWWF Intercontinental Champion Looking back at a memorable '79 tournament for Mid Atlantic NWA US Title featuring Ricky Steamboat, Jimmy Snuka, Bruiser Brody, Buddy Rogers, and more The Big Event: WWF draws 64,000+ fans for a house show in Canada Looking back at World Class Labor Day 'Star Wars' event 1985, 1986 Summerslam Highlights: 1988-1990, 1992-1995, 1998, 2000 Audio: Ultimate Warrior def Honkytonk Man for IC Title When wrestling gets too real: Memphis Police called after Jerry Lawler is hit by a car (driven by Eddie Gilbert) Audio: Macho Man Randy Savage vs Ric Flair; a rare WWF Superstars match that featured a World Title Change Audio: Vince McMahon vs USWA Saga Continues Looking back at AAA La Revancha event 1993 Audio: Harley Race introduces Yoshi KHAN to the Cactus Jack / Big Van Vader feud Audio: ECW becomes Extreme! ECW leaves NWA as Shane Douglas throws down newly won NWA Heavyweight Title and debuts ECW Championship Audio: As The Dudleys exit ECW (for WWF), Raven makes a memorable surprise return after quitting WCW Audio: The Rock and Sock Connection is formed and immediately leads to Tag Team Gold Audio: Steve Austin tosses Kurt Angle's Gold Medals into the Detroit River Mini Hardys and Mini Dudleys make Raw appearance XPW 'Hostile Takeover' of Philadelphia and ECW Arena begins Audio: Juventud Guerrera 'Juicy' promo from XPW Hostile Takeover Eric Bischoff creates a new World Heavyweight Title and awards it to Triple H Audio: Jerry Lynn vs AJ Styles vs Low Ki TNA Ladder Match 2002 Looking back at Osaka Dream Night event featuring the first ever Cage Match for NJPW 2003 Final Thursday Night Smackdown episode airs on UPN Audio: Chris Jericho performs on FOX reality show 'Celebrity Duets' Audio: The Miz makes his WWE main roster debut WWE suspends Ten stars and releases others for Wellness Policy violations related to the Signature Pharmacy scandal WWE announces a significant change for future violators of the Wellness Policy Adam Pearce wins the vacant NWA World Heavyweight Title Ashley Massaro signs to compete on 'Survivor: China' TNA signs Mickie James MTV2 drops Lucha Libre USA after seven episodes Dixie Carter makes her first ever TV appearance on TNA Impact Kaval wins NXT Season 2 Triple H makes major change to Raw, announces 'Super Shows' featuring Raw and Smackdown stars Audio: Triple H / CM Punk / Kevin Nash attempt to turn Chicken Sh** into Chicken Salad Audio: Memorable 2013 AJ Styles Impact promo confronting TNA Management and more Audio: Kevin Owens 'Mount Rushmore Of Pro Wrestling' Promo from PWG BOLA 2013 WWE releases Zahra Shreiber after social media postings featuring Nazi symbols surface WWE suspends Jimmy Snuka's legends contract after being arrested and charged with third degree murder of Nancy Argentino from 1983 Piss, Sh**, Milk Guy Armando Montalvo shot by Florida Police outside WWE Performance Center Looking back at AAA TripleMania XXIV event 2016 Audio: Kevin Owens wins vacated WWE Universal Championship Audio: John Cena and Roman Reigns memorable promo exchange hyping up match at No Mercy 2017 Looking back at All-In event 2018 And so much more! CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E35 (8/27 – 9/2) online RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E35 (8/27 – 9/2) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WWE Raw Post Show (8/28/23) hosted by Don Tony & brought to you by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Bray Wyatt's death was preventable: Additional details surface surrounding Bray Wyatt's death which is sad, and a calculated decision that likely cost him his life A weird moment during the show; was it a sign? The moment DT talked about Bray Wyatt passing away not wearing his Cardiac Life Vest, a MOTH flew into his face live on the show. (18 1/2 Minute mark) What is a Cardiac Life Vest? How does it work? How would it have likely prevented Bray Wyatt's death? Huge news: John Cena to appear on EIGHT SmackDown episodes between September and October (2023) WWE adds a new Title Match to WWE Payback with a stipulation that could lead to a Title Change? WWE Raw Results (Payback Go-Home Show: Shinsuke Nakamura taunts Seth Rollins; JD McDonough pisses off Damian Priest; Chad Gable gets a Title rematch but not on PPV/PLE; Matt Riddle shows off his photoshop skills while Drew McIntyre snaps; Becky Lynch and Zoey Stark have a match Terry Funk and Bray Wyatt would have truly been proud of This Week In Ratings: SmackDown scores highest rating since Feb 2020; Gunther and Chad Gable get bragging rights while Hardys/Aussie Open lose over 100K; Impact continues to drop to levels even lower than NJPW; QT Marshall does not equal ratings and more This Week In Wrestling History Preview including audio memories (played here) from a very vulgar Kevin Owens, Juvi Juice and AJ Styles shoots on TNA during Impact and more!
The Sit-Down with Don Tony (8/27/23) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Don Tony made the calls and has the latest on CM Punk/Jack Perry physical altercation backstage at AEW All In Reaction to Saraya winning AEW Women's Championship, which happened to be the only Women's match at AEW All In Bray Wyatt tributes continue to pour in, including many WWE stars getting Bray Wyatt tattoos over the weekend Will Dominik Mysterio ultimately turn on Mami? Or will Rhea Ripley ultimately turn on Dom Dom? Which opponent should Brock Lesnar face at WrestleMania 40: John Cena, Seth Rollins, Brock Lesnar? Who will be the one to dethrone Gunther of WWE Intercontinental Championship? John Cena's opponents revealed for WWE Superstar Spectacle (India) Off the success of AEW All In, DT discusses the biggest mistake AEW needs to avoid going forward Tony Khan boasts that AEW will gross more than $100 Million in 2023 but does not reveal how much was spent DT explains why AEW will never become a publicly traded company With a total of sixteen (16) matches in 2023 so far, is MJF really having one of the greatest Title reigns in recent history? DT defends Tony Khan and AEW repeatedly running TV events and PPVs in certain markets DT discusses Paul Wight being asked about the passing of Bray Wyatt by Denise Salcedo (Podcaster) Was WWE's handling of Rusev Day the biggest blunder in their recent history? Plus: Thoughts on Raquel Rodriguez' current WWE run; Edge unlikely to sign with AEW; Vince McMahon Sr vs Vince McMahon Jr; Mercedes Mone/AEW; DT compares Orange Cassidy to Maria Kanellis? A personal message to everyone having a hard time dealing with the passing of Bray Wyatt
Imagine as a wrestling fan, your all time AND current favorite wrestlers both pass in 24 hours. I (Don Tony) can't express enough my thanks & appreciation to Terry Funk & Bray Wyatt for giving me so many memories. Not only inside but outside the ring. This episode pays an emotional tribute to both Bray Wyatt and Terry Funk. A look back at their career highlights, greatest rivals, personal memories and more. Photos, videos and audio clips are included during this episode. We also share tributes posted from several of Bray Wyatt's friends and fellow wrestlers. Sadly, during this episode, it was announced that Bob Barker passed away. He was 99! We take a few moments to pay tribute to him as well. If you were a fan of Bray Wyatt and/or Terry Funk, share in our celebration, somber, love and appreciation. ====
Back by Popular Demand! This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: S2 E34 (08/20 - 08/26) Dusty Rhodes def Harley Race to win NWA Heavyweight Championship, ending Race's run at 926 days. Rhodes' title reign would last 5 days Audio: Roddy Piper returns to Georgia Championship Wrestling TV two weeks after stabbing incident 1982 Audio: Bizzaro Land: Vince McMahon makes his memorable heel debut in USWA, Bret Hart booed in Memphis, and more 1993 Looking back at USWA 'A Matter Of Pride' event 1993 Looking back at WCW Clash Of The Champions XXVIII Ricky Steamboat suffers career ending back injury Final ECW Match: Eddie Guerrero vs Dean Malenko: Best 2 Of 3 Falls Audio: Cactus Jack vs Terry Funk: IWA King Of The Death Match Tournament Final 1995 Audio: Arn Anderson announces his in ring retirement on WCW Monday Nitro 1997 Looking back at WCW Clash Of The Champions XXXV and WWF Friday Night's Main Event 1997 Audio: Bart Gunn vs Bradshaw: Brawl For It All Tournament Final WWF tapes the first weekly episode of Smackdown Raven quits WCW and returns to ECW 1999 Audio: Raw vs Nitro Main Event Battle (1999): Triple H wins his first WWF Heavyweight Title (Raw) vs KISS and the KISS Demon (Nitro) Lillian Garcia and Miss Kitty make their WWF debuts Audio: Paul Heyman appears on MSNBC hyping upcoming ECW on TNN debut 1999 Audio: First Women's Main Event in Raw history: Stephanie McMahon vs Lita for Womens Championship 2000 Sara (Undertaker's Ex-Wife) vs Diamond Dallas Page The Rock interviews Booker Wee - Sucka! Looking back at WWE SummerSlam 1991, 1999, 2002, 2003, 2005-2007, 2009, 2015-2017 Audio: Last ever WWF Hardcore Title Match: Rob Van Dam vs Tommy Dreamer 2002 Audio: Howard Finkel vs Lillian Garcia: Tuxedo vs Evening Gown Match 2002 Jaime Koeppe wins 2003 WWE Divas Search Audio: Hulk Hogan vs Shawn Michaels SummerSlam 2005 and HBK Promo from Raw John Cena vs Chris Jericho: "You're Fired' Match Hulk Hogan wrestles his last ever WWE match WWE Headquarters 'spray painted' with DX Logo Matt Hardy and MVP play Basketball on Smackdown Big Show, Khali, Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase appear on The Tonight Show w/ Conan O'Brien Audio: Dashing Cody Rhodes' Grooming Tips 2010 Wacky incident between Balls Mahoney and The Outpatient Audio: NXT fans are treated to CM Punk and Seth Rollins vs Kassius Ohno and Cesaro (Kings Of Wrestling) Audio: AJ Lee cuts her own 'Pipebomb' on Total Divas 2013 El Rey Network officially announces the launch of Lucha Underground Audio: Nikki Bella wishes Brie Bella died in the womb! Looking back at NXT Takeover: Brooklyn 2015 Audio: The Dudleys return to WWE Raw after 10 year absence 2015 Sting makes surprise appearance on Raw and confronts The Authority and Seth Rollins Audio: Braun Strowman makes WWE main roster debut Audio: Closing moments of first ever WWE Universal Title Match: Seth Rollins vs Finn Balor 2016 Asuka (NXT Women's) and Finn Balor (WWE Universal) forced to relinquish titles due to injury Audio: Heated exchange between Daniel Bryan and The Miz on Talking Smack One year after making a memorable return, WWE bids farewell to The Dudleys Audio: Chris Jericho discusses backstage fight with Brock Lesnar following match against Randy Orton AAA strips Sexy Star of Reina de Reinas Championship due to intentionally injuring Rosemary during TripleMania XXV match And so much more! CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E34 (8/20 – 8/26) online RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E34 (8/20 – 8/26) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WWE Raw Post Show (8/21/23) hosted by Don Tony & brought to you by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: John Cena' in-ring wrestling return set for India's Superstar Spectacle (9/8/23): Who will he face? Edge reveals when WWE contract expires and discusses his imminent future After the week-long hype, did Edge' final WWE match on SmackDown score a big rating? DT has the full ratings breakdown, and the numbers will surprise many WWE finally announces several matches for WWE Payback WWE resolves Women's Tag Team Championship dilemma. Well, not really WWE Raw Results: Shinsuke Nakamura's careless whisper; Kevin Owens returns; Trish Stratus/Becky Lynch confrontation, Chad Gable def Gunther and more Lacey Evans explains why she left WWE and reveals a cool announcement about her future John Cena announced for 9/1/23 SmackDown go home show before WWE Payback PLE This Week In Ratings: LA Knight leads everyone; Rey Fenix/Komander/Jericho/Callis score big but The Young Bucks not so much; Viking Raiders continue to bottom feed; Impact drops 20%, Dana Brooke tops Melo and a disappointing match trend about AEW Collision This Week In Wrestling History Preview: Dusty Rhodes finishes the story; Sting makes WWE debut; SmackDown debuts; DDP vs Sara; Raven quits WCW; CM Punk trolls Triple H; Chris Jericho and Brock Lesnar brawl backstage; Dashing Cody Rhodes' Grooming Tips; Vince McMahon's 1993 heel run and more NXT Heatwave, AEW Dynamite, and WWE SmackDown previews NXT Heatwave Watch Party hosted by Don Tony returns on Tuesday 8/22/23 (http://www.playback.tv/dontonyshow)
The Sit-Down with Don Tony (8/20/23) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Addressing reports that many within AEW believe Edge could join All Elite Wrestling Roman Reigns vs Jimmy Uso vs Jey Uso vs Solo Sikoa at Survivor Series? Cash Wheeler arrest: Operator of other vehicle who contacted Police may have instigated the road rage incident Despite the historic All In event at Wembley and All Out PPV coming up; the media hate towards CM Punk grows What if The Undertaker, Paul Bearer and Mankind characters debuted in 2023? Better wrestler: Kurt Angle or Chris Benoit? Bayley or Sasha Banks? Thoughts on parts of IWC now focusing on how many tickets 'distributed' for AEW All In As her return nears, will Thunder Rosa return with the 'real Women's Championship'? Can The Viking Raiders' WWE career be salvaged and repaired? Better NWA Champion: Harley Race or Ric Flair? Terry Funk or Dusty Rhodes? Plus: Don Tony's Pasta w/Garlic & Oil recipe and hack; DT's favorite type of Pizza; Eli Manning vs Phil Simms; and more Thoughts on Tyler Bate on main WWE roster; Goldberg dominating Brock Lesnar in 2016; Triple H 2002 WWE run; Paul Bearer buried in cement; The Great Kabuki, Mr Saito, and others
The Don Tony Show (8/19/23), hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: Edge to retire after 25 Years with WWE? DT shares Edge' full speech (audio/video) to the Toronto crowd addressing his wrestling future WWE SmackDown 8/18/23 recap and review: Edge 25 Year WWE Celebration; Edge/Sheamus; LA Knight vs Austin Theory; Damage Ctrl takes out Bianca Belair; Shotzi MIA again; Street Profits dominate; Paul Heyman discusses future of The Bloodline Kevin Owens returns to the ring, wrestles SmackDown Dark Match Cash Wheeler arrested for aggravated assault involving a firearm during a road rage incident. Don Tony shares the FL Court arraignment audio/video of Cash Wheeler, Police Report and court documents, details behind the arrest, and the reduced charge Cash Wheeler could be offered DT addresses false rumors that FTR vs Young Bucks at AEW All In is in jeopardy due to Wheeler arrest MJF defending Cash Wheeler despite serious firearm charge sparks a long emotional statement by Lufisto directed at MJF Lacey Evans done with WWE. What went wrong? DT flashes back to Evans' WWE debut (2016) and reluctance at the time by WWE to debut a military/law enforcement character. Plus the creative blunders by WWE, and the misguided social media comments made by Evans that sealed her fate. Did WWE consider having Lacey Evans/Dana Brooke as a 'Blonde Bombshells' tag team? Tommaso Ciampa says Johnny Gargano is 'missing' (pic) AEW Rampage 8/18/23 recap; AEW Collision 8/19/23 preview and more!
Wednesday Night Don-O-Mite (8/16/2023) hosted by Don Tony and presented by BlueWire. Some Topics Discussed: CM Punk: Locker room leader and authority figure? Or a self-centered toxic person who is a cancer to the AEW locker room? DT discusses the latest reports of CM Punk & incidents with Ryan Nemeth, Matt Hardy and Isaiah Cassidy, an apology sent to Hangman Page & more AEW Dynamite 8/16/23 results including the WORST AEW Dynamite Match of all time AEW All In 2023: Latest news plus FOUR new matches added DT addresses report that many within AEW roster are very unhappy with Tony Khan's plans for All In DT discusses an important aspect about AEW All In noone is talking about heading into All Out PPV the following week Coincidence? A week after DT's 'same old sh*t' rant on AEW use of Miro and Powerhouse Hobbs the first two months on Collision, both appear on the show together NXT 8/15/23 match results and TV rating NXT Heatwave 2023 lineup: Carmelo Hayes vs Wes Lee for NXT Title; Ilja Dragunov vs Trick Williams; Rhea Ripley/Dominik Mysterio vs Lyra Valkyra/Dragon Lee mixed tag and more Mustafa Ali's quest to become NXT North American Champion involves a creative idea pitched by Ali but dismissed by WWE back in late 2021 AEW Collision 8/12/23 against no WWE competition scores a terrible sub 500K rating Breaking News: Tammy Sytch lands a plea deal with State Of Florida; will plead No Contest to all DUI charges. DT discusses the specifics of the deal, how much jail time she is likely to receive, and a reminder why no charges were filed against boyfriend James Pente
Back by Popular Demand! This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: S2 E33 (08/13 - 08/19) Looking back: WWF SummerSlam Fever. 9 matches; less than 30 total minutes of wrestling 1990 Audio: Bobby Heenan, with NWA Heavyweight Championship, proclaimed the 'Real World Heavyweight Champion' Ric Flair was coming to WWF 1991 Audio: Jake 'The Snake Roberts' turns on Ultimate Warrior 1991 Audio: Don Tony's satire of Jake Roberts turn on Warrior 'The Grudge Match' TV Show w/Jesse Ventura makes its syndicated debut Looking back at WCW Clash Of The Champions XXIV 1993 Audio: The Shockmaster makes his memorable WCW debut 1993 Audio: Dusty Rhodes looks back at The Shockmaster's debut Audio: The Shockmaster suddenly transforms into an Electrician 1993 Audio: Leslie Nielsen investiages the mystery of The Undertaker 1994 Looking back at ECW Hardcore Heaven 1994 and Infamous 'Chair throwing' incident by fans Eddie Guerrero, Dean Malenko and Sabu sign deals to wrestle for WCW Audio: Goldust first ever vignette airs on Raw 1995 WCW press conference in NYC announces imminent debut of Monday Nitro on TNT Looking back: SummerSlam 1996, 2001, 2004, 2008, 2010-2014, 2018 Audio: Die Rocky Die. Rocky Maivia cuts his first promo as part of the Nation Of Domination 1997 Looking back: ECW Hardcore Heaven 1997 The Undertaker is busted open for the first time ever during a match on Raw Audio: Eddie Guerrero WCW Nitro promo rips Eric Bischoff and threatens to quit 1998 Audio: The Warrior makes his memorable WCW debut 1998 Looking back: WCW Road Wild 1999 and New Blood Rising 2000 Lenny Lane wins his only WCW Championship (Cruiserweight), before being stripped due to controversy surrounding his homosexual character Audio: Lance Storm def Mike Awesome for US Title then gives away two of his three WCW Championships Linda McMahon appears at Democratic National Convention, and The Rock appears at the Republican National Convention 2000 Looking back at WWF first live episode of Smackdown, new theme (Beautiful People), and a new (Fist) set 2001 Audio: Steve Austin introduces 'What?' 2001 Beginning of the end for WWF Hardcore Title Randy Orton makes history and wins World Heavyweight Championship at 24 years old just to have Evolution turn on him Audio: Prior to SummerSlam match vs Hulk Hogan, HBK receives nuclear heat from Canadian fans on Raw Audio: Hulk Hogan wrestles his last ever match on Raw vs Kurt Angle 2005 Ashley Massaro wins 2005 and Layla El wins 2006 WWE Divas Search Looking back: TNA Hard Justice 2006, 2009 and Hardcore Justice 2013 Chris Jericho inadvertently punches HBK's wife Rebecca in the face during a Summerslam segment Audio: Chris Jericho speaks on his memorable 2008 feud against Shawn Michaels Alberto Del Rio and Ricardo Rodriguez makes WWE TV debuts Audio: Title vs Title: CM Punk vs John Cena ends with a MITB Cash-In victory 2011 Audio: Memorable promos between CM Punk and Kevin Nash from Raw 2011 Matt Hardy arrested following single car accident and is released by TNA (who had just rehired Jeff Hardy) Audio: Daniel Bryan def John Cena to win WWE Championship, just to lose it to MITB cash-in by Randy Orton WWE suspends Alberto Del Rio due to Wellness Policy violation and would never return to WWE TV Audio: WWE Universe is introduced to The Demon King 2016 Audio: Brock Lesnar doesn't give a sh** about Heath Slater's kids 2016 Audio: Baron Corbin unsucessfully cashes in his MITB Briefcase 2017 And so much more! CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E33 (8/13 – 8/19) online RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S2 E33 (8/13 – 8/19) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices