Podcasts about Big Van Vader

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad discuss the legendary friendship and career of Leon White aka Big Van Vader. JBL shares his stories and experiences travelling across the world with the big man. The guys also cover all the latest news and notes of today surrounding the world of professional wrestling on this edition of Something To Wrestle with John Layfield.  D'Lo Brown gives the "Lo Down" on WWE Releases: https://www.youtube.com/live/tyO9vfTfvmw  MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at MagicSpoon.com/WRESTLE Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream! BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. TEST X9 - Don't let the decline continue. Visit https://legacysupps.com  and use code WRESTLE for 10% off. Stop the decline with Test-X9. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://www.savewithconrad.com  ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw  

This week, Taking You To School with Dr. Tom Prichard focuses on Big Van Vader and Dark Side of the Ring. Host John Poz and Dr Tom also discuss AEW, WWE, Cody Rhodes, Vince McMahon, and so much more! At shopmando.com the Mando Starter Pack comes with a Solid Stick #deodorant + Cream Tube Deodorant, two free products of your choice (like Mini #BodyWash or Deodorant Wipes), & #free shipping. As a special offer for #TYTS listeners, new customers get $5 off a Starter Pack w our exclusive code. That's over 40% off if you use code SCHOOL Stop settling for average, go to LEGACYSUPPS.COM now and use code DRTOM For 10% off your entire order and if you subscribe to have it shipped every 30 days, you can still get the discount, every single time. L-E-G-A-C-Y-S-U-P-P-S DOT COM, Level-up with Legacy!

Hey everyone! The WR? team is back in action for a new week and a brand spanking new episode of the "WR? Podcast"! It's "Wrestlemania Week One"! This week's opening talk segment covers a full-on preview of "WWE Wrestlemania 41: Nights 1 & 2"! Then, the latest season of "Darkside of the Ring" continues on the podcast. This week, we take a look at episode three and the one and only "Big Van Vader". Our film talk is next on the show before a brief hiatus. It's another "Friday's At Midnight" "Double Feature". Let's go back to the eighties! It's a crazy dose of 80's goofiness with "Just One of the Guys" and "Woodchipper Massacre". The usual trip to the infamous "Lagoon" closes out the show! Please enjoy responsibly!PRESENTED by CHURCHILL PICTURESTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro:  Preview of WWE Wrestlemania 41: Nights 1 & 20:44:40 - Darkside of the Ring: Big Van Vader1:04:00 -  Fridays at Midnight: Just One of the Guys (1985)1:12:40 - Fridays at Midnight: Woodchipper Massacre (1988)1:24:04  - Goofs R GoofsThanks for Listening!

Nico Iamaleava begins his downward trajectory, High School Bully and Big Van Vader heads to The Darkside.

On the third episode of This is Wrestling's review of Season 6 of Dark Side of the Ring, Lee Versage and Zach McGibbon look at the life of Leon White known as Big Van Vader. The guys go through his career in Japan beating Antonio Inoki and having his eyeball knocked out during a match with Stan Hansen, to his time in America with WCW and the WWF. Questions for the show? Make sure to reach out at our social media or send in your question via email at ⁠⁠⁠versagelee@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠. Follow on social media:Twitter: @TIW_Audio Follow Zach on Twitter: @RawIsGibbyInstagram: @TIW_Audio Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/thisiswrestlingaudio Threads: @TIW_Audio

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This week on The Nitty Gritty, Chad & Leonard present a new edition of Fever Dreams where we randomly generate various wrestlers and assemble them into a fantasy card! What if Bruno Sammartino faced Big Van Vader? Who would win between Abyss, Bray Wyatt and Leatherface? Would Straight Edge CM Punk defeat current Jon Moxley? We discuss all that and more! Please hit the "like" button on our YouTube videos and subscribe to our content ⁨@dailiestodownloads678⁩ . We are also available where ever you listen to podcasts. Thank you for giving us a shot!

John and GG are back on The Fight Game Podcast to give an early preview of WrestleMania 41. They also talk about the fallout from AEW Dynasty, Kenny Omega fumbling the ball to start AEW Dynasty, NXT Stand and Deliver, and the Dark Side of the Ring on Big Van Vader.

Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 10) covering the period of 3/5 thru 3/11. Running Time: 3 Hours 19 Minutes. This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony first aired in 2018 and spanned two seasons. After much demand, these retro episodes return REMASTERED and UPDATED FOR 2025. Wrestling history up to and including 2024 has been added! Hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. RUNNING TIME: 4 Hours 22 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E10 (03/5 - 03/11) Audio: Ox Baker appears on The Price Is Right Pat Patterson takes Sgt Slaughter's Cobra Clutch Challenge and the memorable feud begins. ECW holds its first ever TV tapings (1993). Mick Foley has his ear torn off during a match against Big Van Vader at WCW event in Germany. Audio: Mick Foley, Vader, and 2 Cold Scorpio speak on the Ear incident. Audio: WWE has 'Chief' Jay Strongbow participate in Indian Tribe ceremony for Tatanka on Raw. Looking back at USWA Memphis Memories event (1994). Johnny B Badd wrestles last WCW match before signing with WWF. The Steiner Brothers make surprise return to WCW (1996). Mark Henry and Kurt Angle make their WWF TV debuts. Looking back at ECW Big Ass Extreme Bash (1996) Cactus Jack wrestles last ECW match before joining WWF. Audio: Memorable Raw promo between Roddy Piper and Goldust hyping their upcoming WrestleMania XII match. Raw Is War / The War Zone: WWF debuts new Set, Logo, and Theme for WWF Raw (1997). Audio: The Great Debate: Jerry Lawler (representing WWF) vs Paul E Dangerously (representing ECW). ECW invasion of WWF Monday Night Raw continues. Audio: Before Smackdown used it regularly, Marilyn Manson 'Beautiful People' was used for Raw. Looking back at the night WCW aired no matches during the first hour of Monday Nitro. Audio: Realty sets in that ECW is RIP as Living Dangerously 2001 PPV is canceled and Paul E Dangerously makes Raw Commentating debut. Audio: Vince McMahon makes Trish Stratus bark like a dog and strip down to her bra and panties. Audio: AJ Styles and Air Paris vs Kid Romeo and Elix Skipper on WCW Monday Nitro. Looking back at the short lived WCW Cruiserweight Tag Team Titles. Audio: Hulk Hogan and Steve Austin battle in the ring for the first and only time ever in WWF. Audio: Raw before WrestleMania X8 and Y2J/Stephanie vs HHH feud is intensified by - having Lucy The Dog run over by a Limousine. Audio: Memorable promo between The Hurricane and The Rock. The Rock loses last ever Non-PPV match (against The Hurricane). Kurt Angle vs Brock Lesnar WMXIX match moved up to Smackdown. Audio: Highlight from This Is Your Life Mick Foley - Presented by The Rock. Audio: JBL blows up the John Cena US Spinner Title. WWE releases the entire Smackdown Juniors Division. Looking back at TNA Destination X PPV (2006, 2007, 2008). Audio: Edge's creative reason for not wrestling John Cena post MLK Day. Jeff Hardy suspended 60 Days by WWE for 2nd Wellness Violation. JBL Makes Grand Slam history. Ken Shamrock suspended and fined by CA SAC after testing positive for steroids. Entertainment Weekly story confirms TNA signing Jenna Morasca. TNA starts a working agreement with AAA. Monday Night Wars II begins: TNA Impact vs WWE Raw. TMZ story confirms Snooki competing at WrestleMania XXVII. Brian Kendrick appears and competes on The Price Is Right (2011). Jerry Lynn announces retirement date from in ring competition. Nightclub incident involving John Morrison and Melina. Audio: The Rock gives Boston fans 'History Lessons' on John Cena. Looking back at TNA Lockdown PPV (2013, 2014). Audio: Jeff Hardy occupies Raw. Bill Demott resigns as Head Trainer at WWE Performance Center. WWE attempts to Trademark the 'Too Sweet' symbol to block Bullet Club from using it. Y2AJ split as Chris Jericho turns on AJ Styles. Looking back at WWE Fastlane PPV (2017). Audio: Kevin Owens defends the Universal Title against Goldberg. Austin Aries makes his WWE 205 Live in ring debut. Kurt Angle announces his retirement match will take place at WrestleMania 35 Looking back at WWE Fastlane 2019 Audio: Ronda Rousey works herself into a shoot in a profanity filled tirade towards her WrestleMania opponent(s) and the WWE Universe Jim Ross exits WWE and is immediately offered a contract from All Elite Wrestling AEW attempts to swerve fans into thinking the Exalted One will be revealed as Matt Hardy Scott Steiner hospitalized in serious condition after collapsing at Impact Wrestling TV taping A Go Fund Me page is set up by fans to raise money for Cody Rhodes to have his American Nightmare Tattoo removed Brandi Rhodes goes and gets a neck tattoo of her own (no really) Audio: WWE releases their first PSA to fans dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic Looking back at AEW Revolution 2021 featuring the disastrous ending to the Exploding Barbed Wire Death Match between Jon Moxley vs Kenny Omega Audio: Ethan Page' AEW Dynamite debut is ruined thanks to the NBA and AEW Production! AEW announces the first set of tapings for AEW Dark: Elevation Fan footage surfaces showing Shaq stretchered into an ambulance (following AEW tag team match) then immediately walking out! Looking back at NXT Roadblock 2022, 2023 Audio: Johnny Gargano' surprise NXT return as the opponent of Grayson Waller at Stand And Deliver Jeff Hardy makes his memorable AEW debut; making sure to dance before making the save of his brother from a beatdown Pete Dunne makes his SmackDown debut as 'Butch' Big E suffers career ending injury during tag team match on SmackDown Audio: Rhea Ripley reveals in an interview what female she would like to join the Judgement Day; an interesting choice WWE begins talks with several State Gambling Regulators about legalizing betting on WWE matches Liv Morgan goes viral for her hilarious actions while being shown on camera at a New York Knicks game Audio: MJF makes a memorable appearance on Impractical Jokers WWE signs a deal with Logan Paul to make PRIME Hydration an official sponsor at all WWE events AEW changes their Dynamite logo Sammy Guevara suspended by AEW for his actions during a match where Jeff Hardy was legit knocked out and injured Looking back at TNA Sacrifice 2024 Dominik Mysterio marries his long time girlfriend, Marie Juliette CJ Perry (Lana) and Miro (Rusev) announce their separation and imminent divorce Kevin Kelly is fired by AEW Audio: Did John Cena call his heel turn a year earlier? 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On the newest episode, we head back to Japan to see two big bears beating the crap out of each other as Big Van Vader defends the IWGP Championship against Stan "The Lariat" Hansen in a contest that is sure to draw some eyeballs.Ryan's Record: 58 wins, 41 losses, 2 drawsHard Mark Merch: https://hard-mark-podcast.creator-spring.com/Official Ryan Murphy Match Ranking: https://hardmarkpodcast.wordpress.com/Hard Mark Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hardmarkpodcast

This week TMPT welcomes to the show for our Flagship episode, former WCW Superstar, Scott Thompson of the Colossal Kongs. The former WCW superstar joins the show to talk about his entire pro wrestling journey. Host John Poz and Scott will discuss breaking into the business, GWF, Gary Hart, WCW, Harley Race, Big Van Vader, Sting, Ric Flair, The Colossal Kongs, King Kong, Krusher Kong, and more!Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

Ron Simmons is a retired American professional wrestler and former football player, best known for making history as the first African American world champion in professional wrestling. Born on May 15, 1958, in Perry, Georgia, Simmons first gained recognition as a standout college football player before transitioning to a legendary wrestling career. Simmons was a dominant force at Florida State University (FSU), where he played as a defensive lineman under coach Bobby Bowden. He was a two-time All-American and later had brief stints in the NFL (Cleveland Browns), USFL, and CFL before moving into professional wrestling. Simmons made his wrestling debut in the mid-1980s but rose to fame in World Championship Wrestling (WCW), where he achieved his greatest milestone. On August 2, 1992, he defeated Big Van Vader to become the WCW World Heavyweight Champion, making history as the first recognized Black world champion in a major wrestling promotion. After WCW, Simmons joined the WWE (then WWF) in the mid-90s, where he became famous as Faarooq, the leader of the influential faction The Nation of Domination, which played a key role in shaping the careers of stars like The Rock. Later, he teamed up with Bradshaw (JBL) to form The Acolytes Protection Agency (APA), a fan-favorite tag team known for their hard-hitting style and backstage poker segments. Simmons retired from in-ring competition in the mid-2000s but remained a beloved WWE personality, often making special appearances with his iconic catchphrase: "DAMN!" He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2012, cementing his legacy as a trailblazer in the industry. Beyond wrestling, Simmons is recognized for breaking barriers, mentoring young wrestlers, and inspiring generations of athletes. Football CareerWrestling CareerLegacy & Retirement

The Royal Rumble delivered shockers, surprises, and history-making moments, and Wrestling Tonight is here to break it all down! Jey Uso pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Royal Rumble history, eliminating John Cena to secure his spot in the WrestleMania 41 main event. Michael Cole called it the biggest upset in Rumble history, and now Uso faces a career-defining decision—will he challenge Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship or Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship in Las Vegas? The surprises didn't stop there. The Women's Royal Rumble saw the long-awaited return of Charlotte Flair, making a stunning comeback after over a year away due to injury. Entering at #27, she powered through the field and eliminated Roxanne Perez to become the first woman in history to win multiple Royal Rumble matches. Meanwhile, the night was packed with unforgettable moments—AJ Styles made a shocking return, TNA Champion Joe Hendry had a surreal WWE debut, and even internet sensation IShowSpeed got involved in the chaos. Beyond the Royal Rumble, WWE made headlines with a mix of celebration and controversy. Paul "Triple H" Levesque received a surprise WWE Hall of Fame induction, marking an emotional milestone for the industry legend and creative mastermind. But elsewhere, Janel Grant's explosive lawsuit continues to rock WWE, now involving Brock Lesnar, Nick Khan, and other top names. The company is also making major business moves, with the announcement of WWE Evolve—a new developmental show set to premiere on Tubi under the guidance of Gabe Sapolsky. Meanwhile, MLS made waves by shifting its studio operations to WWE headquarters, marking an unexpected crossover between sports and entertainment. And in the independent scene, chaos erupted when Joey Janela and Derek Bostic reignited an old feud in a wild ringside brawl. Over in AEW, big moves are happening as well—Megan Bayne has officially signed with the company, Grand Slam Australia's start time is set, and Moxley vs. Cope is locked in for Revolution in Los Angeles. And as the wrestling world looks ahead, Dark Side of the Ring is returning with a stacked Season 6 lineup, featuring deep dives into Big Van Vader, Tony Atlas, Billy Jack Haynes, and more. We've got all this and more as we dive deep into the latest in WWE, AEW, and beyond!

This week TMPT welcomes to the show for our Flagship episode, the man behind the WCW Deep Cuts, "Not" Tom Green. The YouTube superstar joins the show to talk about his entire pro wrestling journey. Host John Poz and Tom will discuss breaking into the business, WCW, Eric Bischoff, Halloween Havoc 1991, Sgt. Craig Pittman, Sting, Big Van Vader, Joey Maggs, Rick Rude, Big Boom AJ, and more!Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

On this episode of Grilling JR, we are taking you back to a very special and candid conversation JR had with the late great Leon White aka Big Van Vader.  Big Van Vader grew up in Compton, CA, played college football in Colorado, spent a few years in the NFL with the Rams, and found pro wrestling after injuries ended his pro career... and he's telling all those stories & more on The Ross Report! Hear what inspired his mask & gimmick, why he preferred working with Shawn Michaels over Ric Flair, what really happened when Stan Hansen popped Vader's eye out, and which title match was the most special for him.  ORIGINAL AIRDATE: 12/24/2014  ROCKET MONEY - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions – and manage your money the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/jr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Grilling JR, we are taking you back to a very special and candid conversation JR had with the late great Leon White aka Big Van Vader.  Big Van Vader grew up in Compton, CA, played college football in Colorado, spent a few years in the NFL with the Rams, and found pro wrestling after injuries ended his pro career... and he's telling all those stories & more on The Ross Report! Hear what inspired his mask & gimmick, why he preferred working with Shawn Michaels over Ric Flair, what really happened when Stan Hansen popped Vader's eye out, and which title match was the most special for him.  ORIGINAL AIRDATE: 12/24/2014  ROCKET MONEY - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions – and manage your money the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/jr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kris and David are joined by Chad Austin (@chadhooverdimer) to discuss the week-plus that was December 25, 1993-January 4, 1994. Topics of discussion include:The WWF's post Christmas house show run not doing well at the box office.Bret and Owen Hart letting everyone know they "made up" over the holidays.Alundra Blayze making her debut on WWF TV, winning the WWF Women's Championship tournament finals.Yokozuna as SANTA CLAUS in a wacky skit as well as his fear of caskets.John Nord becoming Stan Hansen's new tag partner in AJPW.Genichiro Tenryu pinning Antonio Inoki on a newsworthy January 4th Tokyo Dome show for NJPW loaded with major matches including Hulk Hogan vs. Tatsumi Fujinami, which still manages to be a disappointment at the gate.1993 year-end awards being given out in Mexico.ECW Holiday Hell '93 at the ECW Arena featuring our guest Chad Austin getting a big moment, the debut of Pitbull #1, Terry Funk beating Sabu, and an EXPLOSION (not so much) match between Pat Tanaka and Rocco Rock.Dick Murdoch's awesome promos in SMW.A screwy way of getting around stipulations on the Christmas Chaos show in Knoxville.Jim Neidhart promoting shows in Florida.Eddie Gilbert and Buddy Landel wildin' out in Memphis.Jeff Cohen getting candid in the Torch about opening up his own promotion in Indianapolis.And last but not least, WCW Starrcade '93 featuring the amazing Ric Flair vs. Big Van Vader main event, as well as the hoopla surrounding it, which was some of the greatest stuff that WCW ever did.This is a tremendous show to close out the year, so check it out!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:13:39 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, NOW, W*ING, RINGS, AJW, LLPW, Lucha Awards, AAA, CMLL, & UWA1:53:54 Classic Commercial Break1:56:19 Halftime2:20:42 ECW3:18:29 Other USA: Blackstar Promotions, SMW, NGWA, Peach State, Anvil Promotions, USWA, Mike Samples/Tri-State (KY), CWI, GWF, & Ron Reis4:41:26 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris and David are joined by Chad Austin (@chadhooverdimer) to discuss the week-plus that was December 25, 1993-January 4, 1994. Topics of discussion include:The WWF's post Christmas house show run not doing well at the box office.Bret and Owen Hart letting everyone know they "made up" over the holidays.Alundra Blayze making her debut on WWF TV, winning the WWF Women's Championship tournament finals.Yokozuna as SANTA CLAUS in a wacky skit as well as his fear of caskets.John Nord becoming Stan Hansen's new tag partner in AJPW.Genichiro Tenryu pinning Antonio Inoki on a newsworthy January 4th Tokyo Dome show for NJPW loaded with major matches including Hulk Hogan vs. Tatsumi Fujinami, which still manages to be a disappointment at the gate.1993 year-end awards being given out in Mexico.ECW Holiday Hell '93 at the ECW Arena featuring our guest Chad Austin getting a big moment, the debut of Pitbull #1, Terry Funk beating Sabu, and an EXPLOSION (not so much) match between Pat Tanaka and Rocco Rock.Dick Murdoch's awesome promos in SMW.A screwy way of getting around stipulations on the Christmas Chaos show in Knoxville.Jim Neidhart promoting shows in Florida.Eddie Gilbert and Buddy Landel wildin' out in Memphis.Jeff Cohen getting candid in the Torch about opening up his own promotion in Indianapolis.And last but not least, WCW Starrcade '93 featuring the amazing Ric Flair vs. Big Van Vader main event, as well as the hoopla surrounding it, which was some of the greatest stuff that WCW ever did.This is a tremendous show to close out the year, so check it out!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:13:39 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, NOW, W*ING, RINGS, AJW, LLPW, Lucha Awards, AAA, CMLL, & UWA1:53:54 Classic Commercial Break1:56:19 Halftime2:20:42 ECW3:18:29 Other USA: Blackstar Promotions, SMW, NGWA, Peach State, Anvil Promotions, USWA, Mike Samples/Tri-State (KY), CWI, GWF, & Ron Reis4:41:26 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Leon White aka Big Van Vader had a heck of a conversation with Steve Austin... and this here's only the beginning! He talks a little Colorado college football, some stories from his days in the NFL with the Rams, and it's all wrestling from there - from how he got his name to his early training days to his first match against Bruiser Brody to landing with New Japan Pro Wrestling.

Please stay safe and healthy! If you can afford it and love what we do, please consider supporting our show by becoming a BTT Podcast Patreon Member! Also, purchase a BTT Podcast t-shirt or two from our Pro Wrestling Tees Store!  This week's Time Stamps for our WCW Saturday Night on TBS recap from April 17, 1993 review are as follows (NOTE: This was recorded 10/22/2024): Opening Shenanigans! Crockett doesn't know the Celtics won the title last year and what's that go to do with Crockett driving Jason Tatum's SUV his rookie season? ( 0:02:01 )  Car radios are going away. ( 0:06:38 )  Harper and Crockett won't let it go that Mike can grow a full head of hair. ( 0:08:00 )  Patreon Shout outs? If you want access to the Clashes or WCW PPVs, and over 400 Patreon show, become a patreon member at https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory or tinyurl.com/PatreonBTT! You can sign up monthly or annual. When signing up for an annual plan, you get 2 MONTHS FREE DURING NOVEMBER!  WCW Saturday Night on TBS April 17, 1993 recap! ( 0:12:07 )  Harper compares Chick Donovan's mullet to Hawk on Buck Rodgers? ( 0:32:13 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS April 17, 1993 recap continues! ( 0:36:31 )  Dman wants to know if Harper and Mike watch AAA? Spin the wheel make the deal and Halfpint the lil wizard redneck smurf? And Dman on Pillman. ( 0:52:27 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS April 17, 1993 recap continues! ( 0:55:16 )  Crockett tells us if Sgt Buddy Lee Parker's mullet would really be allowed if he were actually on the State Patrol? ( 0:59:47 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS April 17, 1993 recap continues! ( 1:04:05 )  The Cole Twins/Brothers, Bagwell and 2 Cold Scorpio do some post match D*ck Dancing!!!! ( 1:05:30 )   WCW Saturday Night on TBS April 17, 1993 recap continues! ( 1:07:39 )  Big Van Vader battles Cactus Jack in an outstanding match between the 2 where Cactus is severely battered. ( 1:11:08 )  Who gets the Rolex or Toot Toot Award or reverse rolex award and become a BTT Patreon member! Don't forget to become a BTT Patreon member at https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory ( 1:29:52 )  AI Buddy Landell lays out what it will take to do Ask Harper segments on the main show!Paypal him $5 per question. Harper's PayPal is, get your pen and paper out, cc30388cc@yahoo.com . Then email Harper ( ChrisHarper16Wildkat@gmail.com ) and Mike ( BookingTheTerritory@gmail.com ) letting them know you submitted $5 to Harper's paypal and he will answer your question on an upcoming show.  AI Bischoff tells you where to send your show feedback?  Show close and Harper and Crockett can't let go of being natural baldies? ( 1:37:59 )  Information on Harper's Video Shoutout, Life and Relationship.  1. First things first, email Harper with the details of what you want in your video shoutout or who the shoutout is too. His email address is ChrisHarper16Wildkat@gmail.com . Also in that email tell him what your paypal address is. 2. Paypal him $20. Harper's PayPal is, get your pen and paper out, cc30388cc@yahoo.com .  3. Harper will then send you the video to the email address that you emailed him from requesting your video shoutout. That's it! Don't email the show email address. Email Harper. If you missed any of those directions, hit rewind and listen again. BTT Facebook Group! (WARNING: Join at your own risk) https://www.facebook.com/groups/281458405926389/ Pay Pal: https://www.paypal.me/BTTPod Follow us on Twitter @BTT_Podcast, @Mike504Saints, @CJHWhoDat and Like us on Facebook.

We might have to send Triple H a letter and demand RAW remain 2 hours. We don't care how much Netflix he paying! -It's Tiffy Time -Surgeons can't give personality -Priest can't tag with Rhea -Hit the quota -Carlito is smitten -American lisp -Why Breakker turned back -Big Van Vader homage -Who's in the tournament? -FREE OTIS -War Raider Experience -Rollins is fragile -Excuse me while I turn my back -Barbara Gunthers -Good luck to me -Announcers throw Woods under the bus -Jey don't wanna hear it from Jimmy -Welllll it's the Big Miz -How long does it take to cash in? Subscribe on patreon.com/LingusMafia for ad-free and video versions of the show, exclusive PPV/PLE reviews and bonus shows including every Wrestlemania, SummerSlam, Royal Rumble and Saturday Night's Main Event ever. Get access to over 10 years of podcasts! Stay connected: All our social media (@LingusMafia) links can be found here: https://linktr.ee/lingusmafia

In the news: Monday Night Raw goes to 2 hours, in THE LAZY RIVER OF WRESTLING CRITICISM, ice cold takes on All Out and in Vader Club Masa Saito, Shinya Hashimoto & Koji Kitao vs. Big Van Vader, Crusher Bam Bam Bigelow & Steve WilliamsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/shake-them-ropes-pro-wrestling-podcast-wwe-nxt-njpw/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the news: Monday Night Raw goes to 2 hours, in THE LAZY RIVER OF WRESTLING CRITICISM, ice cold takes on All Out and in Vader Club Masa Saito, Shinya Hashimoto & Koji Kitao vs. Big Van Vader, Crusher Bam Bam Bigelow & Steve WilliamsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode of Going Ringside we're joined by pro wrestling FSU football legend Ron Simmons. Simmons made history as the first black world champion with WCW in 1993 with his historic win over Big Van Vader. That cemented him in the industry as a major player. Following that Simmons was on the radar of the World Wrestling Federation (today's WWE) and quickly was brought over to that company. Simmons was immediately thrust into a controversial faction called the Nation of Domination. That faction help launch the careers of stars like Mark Henry, D-Lo Brown, The Godfather and most notably Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson who had just entered the company as a rookie.

This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our flagship episode, former WCW Superstar, the Rap Master PN NEWS. The former WCW Superstar joins the show to discuss his entire professional wrestling career. Host John Poz and PN News will also talk about breaking into the business, Randy Colley, Ole Anderson, Grizzly Smith, Dusty Rhodes, going to WCW, the creation of the PN News gimmick, being the Rap Master, WWF possibilities, Men on a Mission, Rick Rude fight, Steve Austin feud, Big Van Vader, Ron Simmons, and so much more!Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

Sean (Yes, spelled this way!) Michaels vs. Doug Somers? Marty Jannetty and Mr. Perfect vs. The Berzerker and a Bolshevik with a cameo by Razor Ramon? Larry Zbyszko vs. Big Van Vader? Stan Hansen taking on an angry David Sammartino for a World Title in a big revenge match for Hansen breaking his father's neck? What's up with that and where did all this happen with all these future Hall of Famers named being a part of it? All on a random March 11th, 1986 ESPN AWA TV show from the Showboat! Join Shawn on this episode of Territorial as he looks at a low key historic episode of AWA TV that you can find on You Tube and watch along!

Episode 39 is here pals! It's our Chris Things Art "Match of the Week" Edition w/ the esteemed Unkle of Beeks back for a 'DOUBLE-HEADER' episode talking the tremendous combination that is Big Van VADER vs Riki Choshu (from 1989 New Japan) & Masato Tanaka vs Muhammad Yone (from earlier this year in NOAH)! Two matches linked by their truly beautiful level of gruff ass-beating & general violence. We also chat a whole bunch of nonsense as you'd expect - including another dog run-in, this time actually peeing on Jeremey's bed MID-SHOW!!In my 'World of Chris-Things' intro monologue I chat about the terrifying amount of things that I have coming up on my Chris Things Art events schedule over the next week. Terrifying but exciting times friends!AUDIO NOTE: A 'SEVERE' audio warning on this one pals. As I was recording the bulk of this episode in a bit of a rush (with all of the things I have going on right now), I unfortunately did not discover until after recording that our weird static issue came back on my audio for most of the M.O.T.W. chat. I'm really sorry about it friends! I tried to edit as much of it out as I could but a significant amount remains. If that kind of thing annoys you, please feel free to give this one a skip. It's really unfortunate because other than that, I think this might be one of our best episodes yet!Enjoy!!Check out the Chris Things MOTW illustration in question here: Big Van VADER vs Riki ChoshuMasato Tanaka vs Muhammad YoneChrisThings.com.au is the place for original art, prints, calendars & much more!Follow us on Instagram: @ChrisThings, @JaimsVanderbeek, @SocialSuplexFollow us on Twitter: @ChrisThings, @JaimsVanderbeek, @SocialSuplexLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialSuplex/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/QUaJfaCVisit our website for news, columns, and podcasts: https://socialsuplex.com/Join the Social Suplex community Facebook Group: The Wrestling (Squared) CircleWrestling-Art with Chris Things is the Pro-Wrestling Art niche Podcast of the Social Suplex Podcast Network. Support the Social Podcast Network by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/social-suplex-podcast-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/social-suplex-podcast-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 39 is here pals! It's our Chris Things Art "Match of the Week" Edition w/ the esteemed Unkle of Beeks back for a 'DOUBLE-HEADER' episode talking the tremendous combination that is Big Van VADER vs Riki Choshu (from 1989 New Japan) & Masato Tanaka vs Muhammad Yone (from earlier this year in NOAH)! Two matches linked by their truly beautiful level of gruff ass-beating & general violence. We also chat a whole bunch of nonsense as you'd expect - including another dog run-in, this time actually peeing on Jeremey's bed MID-SHOW!!In my 'World of Chris-Things' intro monologue I chat about the terrifying amount of things that I have coming up on my Chris Things Art events schedule over the next week. Terrifying but exciting times friends!AUDIO NOTE: A 'SEVERE' audio warning on this one pals. As I was recording the bulk of this episode in a bit of a rush (with all of the things I have going on right now), I unfortunately did not discover until after recording that our weird static issue came back on my audio for most of the M.O.T.W. chat. I'm really sorry about it friends! I tried to edit as much of it out as I could but a significant amount remains. If that kind of thing annoys you, please feel free to give this one a skip. It's really unfortunate because other than that, I think this might be one of our best episodes yet!Enjoy!!Check out the Chris Things MOTW illustration in question here: Big Van VADER vs Riki ChoshuMasato Tanaka vs Muhammad YoneChrisThings.com.au is the place for original art, prints, calendars & much more!Follow us on Instagram: @ChrisThings, @JaimsVanderbeek, @SocialSuplexFollow us on Twitter: @ChrisThings, @JaimsVanderbeek, @SocialSuplexLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialSuplex/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/QUaJfaCVisit our website for news, columns, and podcasts: https://socialsuplex.com/Join the Social Suplex community Facebook Group: The Wrestling (Squared) CircleWrestling-Art with Chris Things is the Pro-Wrestling Art niche Podcast of the Social Suplex Podcast Network. Support the Social Podcast Network by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/social-suplex-podcast-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grown-men-watch-this-shit/donations

In the news, Nattie re-signs and AEW pops a number, in THE LAZY RIVER OF WRESTLING CRITICISM we talk the one hour Ospreay/MJF match, The Judgment Day hazing Dom and more, and in Vader Club: Ron Simmons and Butch Reed vs. Big Van Vader and Bam Bam BigelowOur podcast provider, RedCircle, offers the listeners the option to sponsor the show. Click on “Sponsor This Podcaster” at https://redcircle.com/shows/shake-them-ropes-pro-wrestling-podcast-wwe-nxt-njpw you can donate a single time, or set up a monthly donation to STR!Please Rate and Review Shake Them Ropes on the podcast platform of your choice and follow us on twitter at https://twitter.com/shakethemropesOur Sponsors:* Support our sponsor Arena Club and get 10% off your first purchase at http://www.arenaclub.com/vownetAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the news, Nattie re-signs and AEW pops a number, in THE LAZY RIVER OF WRESTLING CRITICISM we talk the one hour Ospreay/MJF match, The Judgment Day hazing Dom and more, and in Vader Club: Ron Simmons and Butch Reed vs. Big Van Vader and Bam Bam BigelowOur podcast provider, RedCircle, offers the listeners the option to sponsor the show. Click on “Sponsor This Podcaster” at https://redcircle.com/shows/shake-them-ropes-pro-wrestling-podcast-wwe-nxt-njpw you can donate a single time, or set up a monthly donation to STR!Please Rate and Review Shake Them Ropes on the podcast platform of your choice and follow us on twitter at https://twitter.com/shakethemropesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/shake-them-ropes-pro-wrestling-podcast-wwe-nxt-njpw/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"Big Meaty Cool" reviews his first "Grandaddy of them all", as Ric Flair puts his career on the line for a chance at taking the WCW World Heavyweight Title from Big Van Vader. We also welcome Manchester's Sureshot Brewery to the podcast, with an excellent 6.7% NEIPA, "I can't accept Drum & Bass". Follow the show: @onemansmeatpod on Twitter.

In this episode we explore the early years of World Championship Wrestling (WCW), from its origins in Georgia Championship Wrestling and Jim Crockett Promotions, to its purchase by Ted Turner, and the golden age of stars like Ric Flair, Sting, The Road Warriors, Lex Luger, Big Van Vader, and more!

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Support our sponsor this week by using the links below for the exclusive Solomonster offer!Get JR's new book "Business Is About To Pick Up!" FREE with a 30-day Audible trial! http://www.audibletrial.com/solomonsterThis weekend marks FIVE YEARS of All Elite Wrestling and it's been a fun ride, but not without some bumps in the road.  I'm talking about the good things to come out of AEW and why Tony Khan should be proud, but also the very real issues that plague the company, plus the latest on the NBA TV rights situation with Warner Brothers Discovery and what it could mean for the future of AEW.  Then it's final predictions for DOUBLE OR NOTHING 2024 with news on MJF, Kenny Omega's health status, Swerve Strickland's possible opponent for Forbidden Door and Darby Allin explains why people may be right when they question him being added to Anarchy in the Arena.  Then it's WWE KING AND QUEEN OF THE RING thoughts, Triple H's reaction to the controversy around the GUNTHER/Randy Orton finish, how it should be addressed and Becky Lynch's status with the company.  ALSO... thoughts on Summerslam moving to TWO NIGHTS in 2026 and why it's happening, Giulia INJURED and what it means for her looming NXT debut, and the night that Big Van Vader broke a man's back and cried about it.***Follow Solomonster on Twitter for news and opinion:http://www.twitter.com/solomonsterSubscribe to the Solomonster Sounds Off on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSolomonster?sub_confirmation=1Become a Solomonster Sounds Off Channel Member:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jcg7mk93fGNqWPMfl_Aig/join

Big Van Vader is/was the man, I think we are all agreed on that. We discussed him and all sorts of other crap Christmas 2020/New Year 2021, lots of other waffle as always, love you lots xxx

Episode 22 is here friends! Our Chris Things Art "Match of the Week" Edition is back for another big ol' DOUBLE-HEADER! Yes, my good friend Bradley is back with us to talk two equally amazing M.O.T.W.'s in the form of the American Dragon vs Eddie Kingston from earlier this month in AEW as well as a total all-timer of a match from January 15th, 1999 All Japan in Big Van Vader vs Kenta Kobashi! What a time to be alive!! We talk all about these great matches, some backstory for each & rave on about exactly what it is that we both really liked about each of them. We also chat a little bit about Dune! In our World of Chris Things opening monologue, I talk the launch of "Video Plant", my artwork for the brand new Sandman Podcast, as well as this past weeks' Great Artist Market. Enjoy!!Check out the Chris Things MOTW illustrations in question here: Dragon vs Kingston / Vader vs KobashiChrisThings.com.au is the place for original art, prints, calendars & much more!Follow us on Instagram: @ChrisThings, @SocialSuplexFollow us on Twitter: @ChrisThings, @SocialSuplexLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialSuplex/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/QUaJfaCVisit our website for news, columns, and podcasts: https://socialsuplex.com/Join the Social Suplex community Facebook Group: The Wrestling (Squared) CircleWrestling-Art with Chris Things is the Pro-Wrestling Art niche Podcast of the Social Suplex Podcast Network. Support the Social Podcast Network by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/social-suplex-podcast-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grown-men-watch-this-shit/donations

Leon White aka Big Van Vader had a heck of a conversation with Steve Austin... and this here's only the beginning! He talks a little Colorado college football, some stories from his days in the NFL with the Rams, and it's all wrestling from there - from how he got his name to his early training days to his first match against Bruiser Brody to landing with New Japan Pro Wrestling.

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: Episode 10 (3/4 – 3/10)RUNNING TIME: 2 Hours 32 Minutes New Japan runs its first ever show (1972). Audio: Ox Baker appears on The Price Is Right Pat Patterson takes Sgt Slaughter's Cobra Clutch Challenge and the memorable feud begins. ECW holds its first ever TV tapings (1993). Mick Foley has his ear torn off during a match against Big Van Vader at WCW event in Germany. Audio: Mick Foley, Vader, and 2 Cold Scorpio speak on the Ear incident. Audio: WWE has 'Chief' Jay Strongbow participate in Indian Tribe ceremony for Tatanka on Raw. Looking back at USWA Memphis Memories event (1994). Johnny B Badd wrestles last WCW match before signing with WWF. The Steiner Brothers make surprise return to WCW (1996). Mark Henry and Kurt Angle make their WWF TV debuts. Looking back at ECW Big Ass Extreme Bash (1996) Cactus Jack wrestles last ECW match before joining WWF. Audio: Memorable Raw promo between Roddy Piper and Goldust hyping their upcoming WrestleMania XII match. Raw Is War / The War Zone: WWF debuts new Set, Logo, and Theme for WWF Raw (1997). Audio: The Great Debate: Jerry Lawler (representing WWF) vs Paul E Dangerously (representing ECW). ECW invasion of WWF Monday Night Raw continues. Audio: Before Smackdown used it regularly, Marilyn Manson 'Beautiful People' was used for Raw. Looking back at the night WCW aired no matches during the first hour of Monday Nitro. Audio: Realty sets in that ECW is RIP as Living Dangerously 2001 PPV is canceled and Paul E Dangerously makes Raw Commentating debut. Audio: Vince McMahon makes Trish Stratus bark like a dog and strip down to her bra and panties. Audio: AJ Styles and Air Paris vs Kid Romeo and Elix Skipper on WCW Monday Nitro. Looking back at the short lived WCW Cruiserweight Tag Team Titles. Audio: Hulk Hogan and Steve Austin battle in the ring for the first and only time ever in WWF. Audio: Raw before WrestleMania X8 and Y2J/Stephanie vs HHH feud is intensified by - having Lucy The Dog run over by a Limousine. Audio: Memorable promo between The Hurricane and The Rock. The Rock loses last ever Non-PPV match (against The Hurricane). Kurt Angle vs Brock Lesnar WMXIX match moved up to Smackdown. Audio: Highlight from This Is Your Life Mick Foley - Presented by The Rock. Audio: JBL blows up the John Cena US Spinner Title. WWE releases the entire Smackdown Juniors Division. Looking back at TNA Destination X PPV (2006, 2007, 2008). Audio: Edge's creative reason for not wrestling John Cena post MLK Day. Jeff Hardy suspended 60 Days by WWE for 2nd Wellness Violation. JBL Makes Grand Slam history. Ken Shamrock suspended and fined by CA SAC after testing positive for steroids. Entertainment Weekly story confirms TNA signing Jenna Morasca. TNA starts a working agreement with AAA. Monday Night Wars II begins: TNA Impact vs WWE Raw. TMZ story confirms Snooki competing at WrestleMania XXVII. Brian Kendrick appears and competes on The Price Is Right (2011). Jerry Lynn announces retirement date from in ring competition. Nightclub incident involving John Morrison and Melina. Audio: The Rock gives Boston fans 'History Lessons' on John Cena. Looking back at TNA Lockdown PPV (2013, 2014). Audio: Jeff Hardy occupies Raw. Bill Demott resigns as Head Trainer at WWE Performance Center. WWE attempts to Trademark the 'Too Sweet' symbol to block Bullet Club from using it. Y2AJ split as Chris Jericho turns on AJ Styles. Looking back at WWE Fastlane PPV (2017). Audio: Kevin Owens defends the Universal Title against Goldberg. Austin Aries makes his WWE 205 Live in ring debut. And so much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S1 E10 (3/4 – 3/10) online ========== CHECK OUT DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR ITUNES CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR APPLE & ANDROID APPS CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA CLICK HERE FOR PODBEAN CLICK HERE FOR IHEARTRADIO CLICK HERE FOR DON TONY MERCHANDISE! ====

Otis speaks with WrestleZone's Bill Pritchard about what's hot in horror movies, Stephen King, K@RNAGE, Big Van Vader, and more.

Please stay safe and healthy! If you can afford it and love what we do, please consider supporting our show by becoming a BTT Podcast Patreon Member! Also, purchase a BTT Podcast t-shirt or two from our Pro Wrestling Tees Store!  This week's Time Stamps for our WCW Saturday Night on TBS recap from August 8, 1992 include the following: (NOTE: This was recorded 1/9/2024): Opening Shenanigans! And New Patreon Shoutouts! If you want access to the Clashes or WCW PPVs, and over 400 Patreon show, become a patreon member at https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory or tinyurl.com/PatreonBTT! You can sign up monthly or annual. When signing up for an annual plan you get 1 MONTH FREE! ( 0:01:08 )  Harper joins the show! ( 0:04:20 )  Doc cuts a promo on recent show complaints? ( 0:05:08 )  We can't get the Saturday Night review started because Harper had another bathroom issue at Walmart! ( 0:12:13 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Aug 8, 1992 recap! ( 0:18:03 )  Ron Simmons wins the WCW World Heavyweight Title defeating Big Van Vader. ( 0:22:47 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Aug 8, 1992 recap continues! ( 0:50:23 )  Mr. Hughes is now the Big Cat again tagging with JYD and Mike is angry. ( 0:51:54 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Aug 8, 1992 recap continues! ( 0:56:14 )  Jake The Snake Roberts promo is outstanding this week! ( 1:00:19 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Aug 8, 1992 recap continues! ( 1:06:27 )  Who gets the Toot Toot Award or reverse award and become a BTT Patreon member! Don't forget to become a BTT Patreon member at https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory ( 1:17:02 )  AI Bill Watts and AI Jim Ross have conversation? ( 1:20:40 ) Information on Harper's Video Shoutout, Life and Relationship.  1. First things first, email Harper with the details of what you want in your video shoutout or who the shoutout is too. His email address is ChrisHarper16Wildkat@gmail.com. Also in that email tell him what your paypal address is. 2. Paypal him $20. Harper's PayPal is, get your pen and paper out, cc30388cc@yahoo.com .  3. Harper will then send you the video to the email address that you emailed him from requesting your video shoutout. That's it! Don't email the show email address. Email Harper. If you missed any of those directions, hit rewind and listen again. BTT Facebook Group! (WARNING: Join at your own risk) https://www.facebook.com/groups/281458405926389/ Pay Pal: https://www.paypal.me/BTTPod Follow us on Twitter @BTT_Podcast, @Mike504Saints, @CJHWhoDat and Like us on Facebook.

Episode 13 is here pals! Another one of our Chris Things Art "Match of the Week" Series with returning former Grown Men Watch this S*** co-host, Jaims Vanderbeek! This week we're talking all about the "Big, Bad & Dangerous" duo of Big Van Vader & "Crusher" Bam Bam Bigelow vs Keiji Mutoh & Hiroshi Hase from March 1st, 1992 for NJPW in Yokohama Arena with Vader & Bam Bam challenging for Mutoh & Hase's IWGP heavyweight tag team championships. Maybe the best "David vs Goliath" match of all time! We talk the match, the art & general life; ranging from dental appointments to the Iron Claw, edibles & everything in-between! Enjoy!!Check out the Chris Things MOTW illustration that we are talking about here!Check out ChrisThings.com.au for original art, prints, calendars & much more!Follow us on Instagram: @ChrisThings, @JaimsVanderbeek, @SocialSuplexFollow us on Twitter: @ChrisThings, @JaimsVanderbeek, @SocialSuplexLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialSuplex/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/QUaJfaCVisit our website for news, columns, and podcasts: https://socialsuplex.com/Join the Social Suplex community Facebook Group: The Wrestling (Squared) CircleWrestling-Art with Chris Things is the Pro-Wrestling Art niche Podcast of the Social Suplex Podcast Network. Support the Social Podcast Network by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/social-suplex-podcast-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/social-suplex-podcast-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on "The Life and Times Sycho Sid" Sid heads back World Championship Wrestling and joins forms a tag team with Big Van Vader known as "The Masters of The Powerbomb"! We see the announcement of the tag team and then watch them give up two of the worst beating in the history of this show! Make sure you join us every week as we relive the career of the promo king himself Sycho Sid! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awipod/message

On today's Taskmaster Talks with Kevin Sullivan, we are talking about WCW Starrcade 1992. Host John Poz and Kevin will break down the entire Pay Per View. Kevin will discuss Battlebowl the Lethal Lottery featuring Sting, Big Van Vader, Ron Simmons, Great Muta, Rick Rude's injury, and so much more! Other podcasts weren't there! Lets clean up the fantasy b*llshit, with real Facts and real stories.Play Fishing Clash – a free multiplayer fishing game chosen by millions of anglers and bring fishing and life together! Fishing Clash mixes the best features of multiplayer fishing games: the realism of simulator games, the competitiveness of sports games & the social aspect of fishing and hunting apps. Use the special code TASKMASTER and get a reward valued at $20!Get $200 in Bonus Bets Instantly when you bet just FIVE dollars on the Draftings Sportsbook APP using the promo code taskmaster. Download the Draftkings Sportsbook APP now and get in on the action using our promo code taskmaster!

On today's Taskmaster Talks with Kevin Sullivan, we are talking about WCW Starrcade 1991. Host John Poz and Kevin will break down the entire Pay Per View. Kevin will discuss Battlebowl the Lethal Lottery featuring Sting, Big Van Vader, Lex Luger, Rick Rude, and so much more! Other podcasts weren't there! Lets clean up the fantasy b*llshit, with real Facts and real stories.Play Fishing Clash – a free multiplayer fishing game chosen by millions of anglers and bring fishing and life together! Fishing Clash mixes the best features of multiplayer fishing games: the realism of simulator games, the competitiveness of sports games & the social aspect of fishing and hunting apps. Use the special code TASKMASTER and get a reward valued at $20!Get $200 in Bonus Bets Instantly when you bet just FIVE dollars on the Draftings Sportsbook APP using the promo code taskmaster. Download the Draftkings Sportsbook APP now and get in on the action using our promo code taskmaster!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4505398/advertisement

In this episode of the Place to Be Podcast, Justin, Scott and Chad Campbell are headed to Atlanta to check out Sting vs. Big Van Vader from Starrcade 1992 for this installment of Making Towns! The boys talk about what was going down in the world of wrestling and pop culture at the end of December 1992, read a new installment of the Herb Kunze tidbits, discuss some of the history of wrestling in Atlanta and then live watch Chad's match pick and so much more! So fire up this action-packed episode and join Scott, Justin & Chad as it's time for another edition of the PTB Podcast!

On this episode of ARN, Arn and Paul discuss Halloween Havoc 1992. Jake and Sting “Spin the Wheel Make the Deal”, Big Van Vader defends Rick Rude's US Title against Nikita Koloff, a six-man tag with Arn, Bobby and Michael Hayes, and it's officially the beginning of the end for the Dangerous Alliance as Madusa kicks Paul E's head off. All this and so much more. SAVE WITH CONRAD - If you have credit card debt or in a 30-year loan? Well, we can help you get out of that pinch and save money at the same time! Head over to http://SaveWithConrad.com for a quick quote. Arn can be found on http://ADFREESHOWS.com where you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at AdFreeShows.com. Now you can enjoy ARN on YouTube! Turn on your notifications at http://ArnShowOnYouTube.com If your business targets 25–54-year-old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on the Arn Show. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to http://AdvertiseWithArn.com now and find out more about advertising with the Arn Show. Get all of your Arn Anderson merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/arn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of ARN, Arn and Paul discuss July 1992. Arn had ONE match on television the entire month, but he made it count, taking on Nikita in a fantastic television match. They also discuss The Great American Bash which saw the changing of the guard as Big Van Vader defeated Sting. Special thanks to our sponsors! AG1- Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/ARN. That's drinkAG1.com/ARN FITE+ - FITE+ is the ultimate digital platform for live sports and entertainment, and they are now offering a free 7-day trial at TryFite.com SAVE WITH CONRAD - If you have credit card debt or in a 30-year loan? Well, we can help you get out of that pinch and save money at the same time! Head over to SaveWithConrad.com for a quick quote. Arn can be found on ADFREESHOWS.com where you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at AdFreeShows.com. Now you can enjoy ARN on YouTube! Turn on your notifications at ArnShowOnYouTube.com If your business targets 25–54-year-old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on the Arn Show. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to AdvertiseWithArn.com now and find out more about advertising with the Arn Show. Get all of your Arn Anderson merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/arn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of ARN, Arn and Paul continue their look back at the Enforcer's 1992 campaign, as they revisit March '92! Topics include working with the Steiner's, building the feud between Sting's Allies and The Dangerous Alliance, Madusa, the beginning of Big Van Vader, Cactus Jack as a challenger to Sting, and more!  BlueChew - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code ARN at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's www.BlueChew.com promo code ARN to receive your first month FREE. SleepMe - If you need better athletic recovery or are suffering from hot, uncomfortable sleep, you gotta check out sleepme at www.sleep.me/ARN. Save up to 20% on a sleep system if you use promo code ARN. FITE+ - FITE+ is the ultimate digital platform for live sports and entertainment, and they are now offering a free 7-day trial at www.TryFite.com SAVE WITH CONRAD - If you have credit card debt or in a 30-year loan? Well, we can help you get out of that pinch and save money at the same time! Head over to SaveWithConrad.com for a quick quote. Arn can be found on www.ADFREESHOWS.com where you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at AdFreeShows.com. Now you can enjoy ARN on YouTube! Turn on your notifications at http://www.ArnShowOnYouTube.com If your business targets 25–54-year-old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on the Arn Show. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to www.AdvertiseWithArn.com now and find out more about advertising with the Arn Show. Get all of your Arn Anderson merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/arn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leon White aka Big Van Vader had a heck of a conversation with Steve Austin... and this here's only the beginning! He talks a little Colorado college football, some stories from his days in the NFL with the Rams, and it's all wrestling from there - from how he got his name to his early training days to his first match against Bruiser Brody to landing with New Japan Pro Wrestling.