POPULARITY
Categories
Lord Manny Hayes aka Thirst Trapper Jones
LFG Episode 6 Review: Unexpected Twists, Fiery Feuds, and Intense Matches!Join us in our review of Episode 6 of 'LFG' where it's all about stepping out of the comfort zone! Hosted by legendary woman's wrestler LuFisto with wrestling insights from Mr. Jeff 'Dos Evil', we delve into the unexpected twists, character transformations, and standout performances of the week. We dissect the highs and lows, from Island's compelling heel performance to the intense brawl between Drake and Elijah Holyfield. Also, we discuss the controversial judging decisions and explore the untapped potential of some contestants. A detailed breakdown ensuring you don't miss any behind-the-scenes action and on-ring highlights!00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:54 Discussion on Episode Continuity Issues03:32 Character Development and Challenges10:57 Match Analysis: Summer vs. Dani25:51 Match Analysis: Chris Island vs. BJ Ray37:18 Haze Jameson vs. P Nicety Match Analysis38:55 Heel and Babyface Dynamics41:35 Match Selling Techniques47:47 Main Event: Drake Morrow vs. Elijah Holyfield59:39 Judges' Votes and Contestant Evaluations01:06:53 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes01:12:44 Hosts' Social Media and Podcast PlugsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
Roxanne Perez, known as “The Prodigy,” is redefining what it means to be a rising star in WWE. From humble beginnings at Booker T's Reality of Wrestling to becoming a multi-time champion in NXT and WWE, her passion, grit, and fearless spirit have made her one of the most talked-about young talents in the industry. At just 23, she's already proving that the future is now.In the newest "Casual Conversations with The Classic'' episode, the Wrestling Classic Justin catches up to Roxanne Perez as they discuss her involvement with the Judgement Day, teaming with Raquel on the main roster, her relationship with Liv Morgan, Dirty Dom, CM Punk, AJ Lee, Booker T, wrestling her idols, dream celebrity partners and much more! Enjoy! Social Handles Roxanne Perez - @roxanne_wwe (IG & X)My Official Website + Demo Reel - https://www.justindhillon.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewrestlingclassic/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewrestlingclassic X - https://x.com/twcworldwide Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheWrestlingClassic/ Limited Edition TWC Tee https://headquartersclothing.com/products/headquarters-x-the-wrestling-classic-logo-tee?_pos=1&_psq=wrestlinhg&_ss=e&_v=1.0 WWE Shop Affiliate wwe-shop.sjv.io/RGRxQv 500 Level https://www.500level.com/ Join the Discord Community https://linktr.ee/thewrestlingclassic All Episodes are on "The Wrestling Classic" Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOQOYraeFlX-xd8f3adQtTw #RoxannePerez #TheProdigy #JudgementDay #WWEBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/twc-show--4417554/support.
Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open the show remembering Hulk Hogan, who died at age 71. The guys discuss Hogan's impact in professional wrestling and American popular culture, controversies that surrounded him in late in life and Hulkamania from the 1980s to today. "The Silver King" breaks down the latest across NXT and AEW after a pit stop analyzing TNA Slammiversary 2025 [34:35], which saw Trick Williams retain and Jacy Jayne win titles while AJ Styles returned to the brand and The Hardys made history. Adam continues by tackling NXT [49:40] where The Undertaker chokeslammed Trick, Blake Monroe and Jordynne Grace got hot, Je'Von Evans began a title chase and Ethan Page stole the show. The episode wraps with a dive into AEW [1:10:20], which saw Hangman Page challenge Jon Moxley for a rematch, Athena get the best of Toni Storm, MJF develop angst with Hurt Syndicate and Will Ospreay become emotional about an injury sidelining him ... for one month. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast), Bluesky (@GettingOver) & YouTube (@GettingOverCast).
LFG Episode 5: Wrestling Stew & Size MattersIn this episode of Wrestling STEW, host LuFisto and lawyer extraordinary Jeff Lipman discuss Episode 5 of LFG. The theme of this week is 'Size Matters: Big vs. Small' in wrestling and how it plays into storytelling. The episode also shares their views on wrestling storytelling, performance analysis, and thoughts on the episode's format and structure. With insights from wrestling legends like the Undertaker and Shawn Michaels, this episode dives deep into the intricacies of wrestling psychology and performance.00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup00:25 Pre-Production Chaos and Job Talk00:55 Wrestling Storytelling: Size Matters05:40 Match Analysis: Anthony Luke vs. Elijah Holyfield13:22 Match Analysis: Dani vs. P Nasty18:31 Match Analysis: Drake vs. Chris Island27:44 Match Analysis: Bailey vs. Summer30:39 Analyzing Summer's Performance31:18 Repetitive Moves in Matches32:04 Booking for TV Competition Shows33:38 Bailey's Match Critique34:53 The Executioner's Mask Idea37:08 Selling Moves and Match Psychology40:07 Grading the Matches44:07 Future Prospects and Critiques50:00 Show Format and Viewer Engagement56:06 Wrapping Up and PlugsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
In this episode, the crew dives headfirst into the beautiful trainwreck that was WCW Bash at the Beach 2000. Buckle up, because this show had everything — title matches that made no sense, a Graveyard Match straight out of a low-budget horror movie, and enough backstage drama to fuel a Netflix series.We talk Cruiserweight chaos, Hardcore nonsense, and try to make sense of whatever the hell Vampiro was doing. From Scott Steiner yelling at anything that moved, to Mike Awesome living his best "That '70s Guy" life, this event is peak WCW madness.Of course, we also give props to Booker T's historic championship win — one of the few shining moments in a night full of confusion, comedy, and car crashes (some literal). If you like your wrestling with a side of “What were they thinking?” this episode for you.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Bash at the Beach 200002:58 Opening Match: Cruiserweight Championship05:54 Hardcore Championship Match: Norman Smiley vs. Big Vito14:57 Wedding Gown Match: Daphne vs. Ms. Hancock18:01 Tag Team Championship: Kronik vs. Perfect Event21:34 The Tag Team Dynamics of Kronik24:03 The Impact of Tag Team Matches30:14 The Evolution of Mike Awesome39:22 The Graveyard Match: A Unique Concept42:58 Dramatic Moments in Wrestling43:55 Buff Bagwell vs. Shane Douglas: A Match to Remember46:59 Shane Douglas: The True Heel of the Night48:05 The Build-Up to Hogan vs. Jarrett51:00 Main Event Madness: Hogan vs. Jarrett53:59 The Aftermath of the Main Event56:00 The Coffin Match: A New Era?01:06:59 Vince Russo's Return and Reflections01:07:45 Creative Control and the Return to WCW01:08:05 The Match Dynamics: Goldberg vs. Nash01:09:50 Scott Hall's Contract and Its Implications01:10:27 The Aftermath of the Match: Scott Hall's Future01:11:01 Goldberg's Heel Turn: A Misstep?01:12:47 The Impact of Vince Russo's Promo01:14:15 Goldberg's Frustrations with TV Time01:15:39 The Main Event: Booker T vs. Jeff Jarrett01:18:51 Booker T's Historic Championship Win01:22:22 Reflections on the Show's Quality and Impact
Join hosts LuFisto and Jeff as they dive into episode four of LFG. They discuss all the ups and downs of the matches, particularly focusing on the performances of contestants like Shiloh Hill, Trill London, Tatiana, and Serena. The hosts analyze the wrestlers' promo skills, in-ring performances, and overall progress. Special guest judge Charlotte Flair adds to the excitement, and tensions flare with a potential injury controversy involving Tatiana. This episode serves a hefty dose of wrestling analysis, critiques, and behind-the-scenes insights.00:00 Welcome to LFG Episode Four00:27 Weekend Wrestling Recap01:40 NXT Contracts and Evolution05:44 Shawn Michaels' Challenge08:05 Contestant Promos and Performances11:24 First Match: Arlin vs. Shiloh17:39 Second Match: BJ vs. Trill London24:39 Tatiana and Zena's Match Setup28:01 Critique of Tatiana's Performance30:28 Judges' Feedback and Observations33:40 Discussion on Zena's Outfit and Gimmick36:36 Serena's Heel Persona Emerges37:43 Hayes' Performance and Potential46:20 Booker's Revenge Tour and Points Update49:36 Promotions and Closing RemarksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
The Legends and Champions podcast is turning back the clock to one of the most monumental and controversial nights in professional wrestling history. In its upcoming episode, the show will provide a deep dive into the 2001 Survivor Series, the epic culmination of the chaotic and unforgettable Invasion angle. Twenty-four years ago, the war between the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and The Alliance (a coalition of World Championship Wrestling and Extreme Championship Wrestling) reached its boiling point. The main event was a "Winner Take All" 5-on-5 Survivor Series elimination match that promised to forever change the landscape of sports entertainment. Join the Legends and Champions crew as they break down the star-studded main event that pitted Team WWF's The Rock, Chris Jericho, The Undertaker, Kane, and Big Show against The Alliance's "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Kurt Angle, Rob Van Dam, Booker T, and Shane McMahon. The podcast will analyze the shocking betrayal that led to the downfall of The Alliance and dissect the lasting impact of this legendary match. Survivor Series 2001 was more than just a pay-per-view; it was the explosive conclusion to a storyline that brought together the biggest names from three major promotions, We'll explore the incredible pressure these athletes were under and the moments that have been etched in wrestling fans' memories for over two decades. Beyond the iconic main event, the episode will also revisit the stacked undercard, which featured several high-stakes title unification matches, including: WCW United States Championship vs. WWF Intercontinental Championship: Edge vs. Test WCW Tag Team Championship vs. WWF Tag Team Championship in a Steel Cage: The Dudley Boyz vs. The Hardy Boyz You can expect a nostalgic journey, filled with expert analysis, little-known details, and a celebration of the legendary figures who defined an era. Thank you for checking out this podcast! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others. The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more! To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com
Welcome back to The Lawcast! This time our hosts cover WCW's coolest moment, and maybe the coolest moment any wrestling promotion ever had: Bash at the Beach 1998. Yes, Dennis Rodman and Karl Malone face off in a wrestling ring only weeks after they faced off on the court in the NBA Finals.Our main event is of course Dennis Rodman and Hollywood Hogan vs. Karl Malone and Diamond Dallas Page. And this show takes place only six days after Goldberg beat Hogan for the WCW Title in The Georgia Dome in front of over 40,000 people. It's WCW's absolute peak of popularity, and they would never be the same again after this.Plus we've got Goldberg vs. Curt Hennig, Bret Hart vs. Booker T, Chris Jericho vs. Rey Mysterio Jr., and The Giant vs. Kevin Greene. We also discuss AEW's All-In triumph, Goldberg's retirement match, the Seth Rollins injury and what's real and what's kayfabe, and more.
Booker T and his radio cohost Brad Gilmore sit down with Rosenberg in Vegas ahead of the Gervonta Davis fight to talk about all things wrestling including the run of King Booker, what Macho Man was like in real life, Swerve's title run, Damian Priest and so much more.Listen to Cheap Heat Live Fridays 12pm- 2pm EST on Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 on Channel 156.Call in at 844-344-4893 Wanna stay MAJ?Join our PateronFollow @cheapheatpod on Instagram and subscribe to Rosenberg's Youtube Channel.Email the show Rosenbergwrestling@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join the hosts of The it Doesn't Matter Podcast as we break down WCW Bash at the Beach 1998, analyzing everything from the opening Raven vs. Saturn match to the significant Eddie Guerrero-Chavo Guerrero hair vs. hair bout and the classic Chris Jericho vs. Rey Mysterio Cruiserweight title showdown. They explore the broader impact of cruiserweight wrestling and the high-profile celebrity involvement of the nWo, including The Giant's special attraction match with Kevin Greene. The episode also critiques Bret Hart's match against Booker T, particularly its disappointing conclusion. Furthermore, the discussion expands to cover the nuances of wrestling commentary, Michael Cole's career trajectory, Goldberg's swift victory over Mr. Perfect, and the inherent chaos that defined WCW. The conversation concludes with a preview of the chaotic Bash at the Beach 2000, reflecting the hosts' mixed feelings about the event's legacy."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Bash at the Beach 199802:51 Opening Matches and Commentary Highlights06:01 Raven vs. Perry Saturn: A Clunky Start09:00 Eddie Guerrero's Hair vs. Hair Match12:05 Chavo Guerrero's Antics and Eddie's Frustration14:57 The Comedy of Chavo vs. Stevie Ray17:49 Chavo vs. Eddie: The Family Feud21:00 The Impact of Chavo's Character Development24:00 Suspended Malenko and Disco Inferno's Match26:54 Celebrity Matches and Special Attractions30:00 The Giant's Role in WCW32:56 Curt Henning's Strategy Against Goldberg36:00 Rey Mysterio's Return and Cruiserweight Action39:47 Bret Hart vs. Booker T: A Clash of Titans43:18 Overexposure in Wrestling Commentary49:21 The Impact of Celebrity Matches55:38 Goldberg's Dominance in the Ring01:00:39 Celebrity Involvement in Wrestling01:02:14 The Legacy of Celebrity Wrestlers01:02:19 Main Event Match Analysis01:08:41 Reflections on Bash at the Beach 199801:09:42 Does This Show Matter?01:10:35 Previewing Bash at the Beach 2000
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! USE THIS LINK TO GIFT SOMEONE A PATREON MEMBERSHIP OR HAVE SOMEONE GIFT YOU A MEMBERSHIP! https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory/gift This week's Time Stamps for our WCW Saturday Night on TBS recap from Dec 11, 1993 review are as follows (NOTE: This was recorded 6/24/2025): HOW TO GIVE OR GIFT A PATREON MEMBERSHIP: https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory/gift Opening Shenanigans! Geopolitical Harper Strikes? And more! ( 0:02:00 ) Would we go to Saudi Arabia if we were a WWE talent and Geopolitical Religious Harper strikes! What's that gotta do with Transformers though? ( 0:05:12 ) A Bucees story and Harper trolling on Facebook again related to an Iranian being arrested in Mississippi. ( 0:09:10 ) Back to would we go to Saudia Arabia if we were a WWE talent? ( 0:11:16 ) Doc brings back the Doc-A-Holic spotlight of the week! ( 0:13:34 ) 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 a MONTH FREE! ( 0:21:11 ) Apple Podcast and PodcastAddict 5 star review shoutout! Submit one and we will shout you out on air. WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap. ( 0:22:06 ) Dman's take on Golberg and Gunther before the match. ( 0:27:34 ) Booker sets the stage for winning the Rolex later in the show. ( 0:29:55 ) Harper wants to know if we saw the post about Flair pooping himself at the bar? ( 0:32:04 ) WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 0:33:12 ) This week's WCW Amateur Challenge! ( 0:36:14 ) WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 0:39:43 ) Thunder and Lightning are here? ( 0:49:59 ) WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 0:52:15 ) We apologize for your annoyance but The Assasssin's mask continues to get worse! ( 0:58:13 ) WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 1:05:46 ) Harper and Doc get distracted by the lovely ladies in the crowd. ( 1:12:47 ) WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 1:15:38 ) Booker T aka Kole shows why he is Rolex worthy vs Ric Flair in the Main Event! ( 1:25:43 ) Who gets the Rolex and/or Toot Toot award? And become a BTT Patreon member! Don't forget to become a BTT Patreon member at https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory ( 1:37:42 ) Harper and Doc have a problem giving this show a proper rating because Booker T was in the main event. ( 1:40:32 ) Watts tells Harper and Doc where they can stick their opinion of Booker's match! ( 1:44:18 ) Harper 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. 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. Follow us on blue sky or whatever its called: Mudshow Mike and BTT Podcast
Join WRESTLING LEGEND LuFisto and Jeff Lippman in the third edition of 'LFG, BOIL EM, FRY EM, PUT EM IN A STEW!' The duo dives deep into recent episode of LFG, including: wrestling matches, discussing key aspects and performances. With extensive notes and analysis, they evaluate the contestants' strategies and moves, while also debating the effectiveness of different coaching styles. Special highlights include Serena's transformation and Elijah Holyfield's impactful performance. The episode also delves into wrestling dynamics, discusses the evolution of women's wrestling, and previews future events.00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Weekly Recap00:35 Analyzing the Matches and Coaching Insights03:50 Heel vs. Babyface Dynamics08:22 Character Development and Match Strategies11:36 Match Reviews and Critiques19:26 Main Event and Final Thoughts35:08 Elijah Holyfield's Performance and Potential36:09 Harlem's Style and Potential Changes36:53 Serena's Standout Performance38:32 Judges' Deliberations and Voting39:31 Discussion on Wrestling Styles and Characters47:38 Evolution 2: Lack of Build-Up and Anticipation50:54 Excitement for Upcoming Matches and Events57:59 Final Thoughts and Podcast PromotionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
Booker T. and the M.G.'s; Dennis Coffey; Johnny's Guitar; Afrosound; Phil Upchurch, The Bar-Kays; Incredible Bongo Band; James Booker; The Melodians; The Hygrades; Brownout; more.
Singles que alcanzaron su puesto más alto en el Billboard Hot 100 en este mismo mes de hace 60 años. Segunda parte dedicada a julio de 1965.(Foto del podcast; Solomon Burke)Playlist;(sintonía) BOOKER T. and THE MG’S “Boot-leg” (top 58)CAL TJADER “Soul sauce (Guacha Guaro)” (top 88)CHET ATKINS “Yaketi axe” (top 98)WILLIE MITCHELL “Buster browne” (top 96)GLORIA LYNNE “Watermelon man” (top 62)LITTLE MILTON “Who’s cheating who?” (top 43)SOLOMON BURKE “Tonight’s the night” (top 28)JOE TEX “One monkey don’t stop no show” (top 65)THE SHANGRI-LAS “Give us your blessings” (top 29)THE CHIFFONS “Nobody knows what's goin' on (in my mind but me)” (top 49)JR. WALKER and THE ALL STARS “Do the boomerang” (top 36)FRED HUGHES “Oo wee baby, I love you” (top 23)CHAD and JEREMY “From a window” (top 97)DONOVAN “Catch the wind” (top 23)MARIANNE FAITHFULL “This little bird” (top 32)OTIS REDDING “I've been loving you too long (to stop now)” (top 21)THE IMPRESSIONS “Meeting over Yonder” (top 48)B.B. KING “Blue shadows” (top 97)FRANK SINATRA “Forget domani” (top 78)Escuchar audio
April 8th, 2025: Marvin Movie Monster and the Tooney Talk crew are back after AEW Dynasty, a show that many are calling the worst AEW show of all time. But was it that bad? Why does Swerve keep attacking Booker T? What happened with Tiffy and Charlotte!? AND MORE! To join in the fun LIVE, head over to youtube.com/@ToonWrestling every Tuesday at 8pm est! And don't forget to join us Saturday, July 12th on youtube starting around 2pm est for our marathon coverage of NXT Great American Bash, Saturday Night's Main Event and AEW All In!
In this episode of LFG REVIEW, Jeff Lippman and his wrestling legend LuFisto cover the highlights of Legends and Future Greats Season 2, Episode 2. They start off with an amusing discussion about French pronunciation and the show's continuing quest for a name. The episode features a detailed review of recent matches, including insights into the performances of Drake Moreau, Trill London, Dani Sekelsky, and BJ Ray. The hosts also discuss the different coaching styles of Booker T, Michelle McCool, Bubba Ray Dudley, and The Undertaker, as well as the composition of the teams. Throughout, they offer their personal critiques and observations on the contestants' progress and interview segments. Finally, the show touches upon the social media activities of the contestants and provides updates on upcoming promotions.00:00 Introduction and French Struggles00:56 Season Two Review Begins01:06 Meet the Hosts01:40 Booker T's Tantrum Recap02:34 Team Picks and Strategies09:15 Coaching Styles and Dynamics16:46 Match Analysis: Trill London vs. Drake Moreau24:39 Match Analysis: Summer Sorell vs. Dani Sekelsky31:14 Michelle McCool's Callback and The Hell's Gate32:09 Harlem Lewis vs. BJ Ray: The Promo and Match34:13 BJ Ray's Character Critique41:51 Bailey Humphrey vs. Hayes Jamison: Match Analysis52:07 Social Media and Wrestler Engagement54:31 Final Thoughts and Show Wrap-UpBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
Hey Yo! This week we're joined by a personal favorite, Indy Wrestler, Buzzsaw Samuels! We talk Workaholics! Booker T! Heavy Metal Wrestling! Great Scott! The Tumor that altered his life and wrestling career! The Drive to Keep wrestling! New Texas Pro! And so much more! Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Opie The Indian Ringneck ! Make sure to grab some Opie merch at www.opiethevip.store and follow Opie on all social media platforms!Big Thank You to Breakaway Brewing Company for sponsoring this episode! Breakaway Brewing Company is a cycling-themed brewery and gastropub located at 1518 East Grayson St in San Antonio Tx! The brewery offers a variety of beers which are all Tall Can Approved! Find em on Facebook and Instagram @breakawaybrewingsa !
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 25 and 28, 2010.On the June 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact, Abyss's "they" storyline, Mick Foley's possible involvement, WWE Raw GM possibilities, analysis of some potential GMs including Shane McMahon, Steve Austin, Booker T, Batista, and others, WWE apparently trying to turn Vince McMahon face, potential Summerslam storylines, Best/Worst Examples of writing off a wrestler from TV, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer a round of VIP member Listener Mail questions from the McNeill Mailbag, McNeill tells great independent show stories, including a story involving Mickie James, plus a detailed legal analysis of the Martha Hart vs. WWE & McMahon lawsuit, why Bret Hart might have left WWE with WrestleMania paychecks rolling in, and more.Then on the June 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed the mystery G.M. storyline, the Martha Hart lawsuit, WWE running from the term "pro wrestling," Miz and Morrison comparisons, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Brock Lesnar-Shane Carwin title fight on Saturday, the dreadfully low ratings for Jeff Jarrett vs. Sting on Impact last week, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Legends and Future Greats (LFG) Review Show: Episode 1 - A New BeginningIn this premier episode of the Legends and Future Greats (LFG) Review Show on the Wrestling Soup Network, hosts Jeff Lipman and LuFisto (Jen/Genevieve) dive into the start of Season 2. They introduce themselves and the format of the show, discussing their excitement and insights on the new season, including the return of various contestants and the introduction of new talent from EVOLVE. The hosts share their thoughts on key figures like Undertaker, Michelle McCool, and Booker T, and analyze the performances in early matches. They also explore the dynamics and potential of contestants like Tyra May Steele, Jasper Troy, Harlem Lewis, Chris Island, P Nasty, Danny, and more. The episode concludes with an animated discussion about the judges' decisions and future implications for LFG.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
Sock Monkey Mike and I catch up with Zilla Fatu at the LAX Fan Fest! Zilla Fatu is the son of WWE legend Umaga and a rising star from the legendary Anoa'i wrestling family. Trained by Booker T, he's making waves on the independent scene with a mix of raw intensity, legacy pride, and undeniable charisma. Filmed by bda_tv2 on IG My Official Website + Demo Reel - https://www.justindhillon.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewrestlingclassic/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewrestlingclassic X - https://x.com/twcworldwide Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheWrestlingClassic/ Articles - https://www.one37pm.com/author/justin-dhillon Limited Edition TWC Tee https://headquartersclothing.com/products/headquarters-x-the-wrestling-classic-logo-tee?_pos=1&_psq=wrestlinhg&_ss=e&_v=1.0 WWE Shop Affiliate wwe-shop.sjv.io/RGRxQv 500 Level https://www.500level.com/ Join the Discord Community https://linktr.ee/thewrestlingclassic All Episodes are on "The Wrestling Classic" Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOQOYraeFlX-xd8f3adQtTw#ZillaFatu #ProWrestling #LAXFanFest #RandyOrtonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/twc-show--4417554/support.
Our worst matches series continues this week with Booker T v Buff Bagwell for the WCW championship on Raw Is War 7/2/01. Later, The Nightmare Doctor looks at this week in promos including John Cena's pipe bomb and Toni Storm dropping f bombs. Later, Main Event Shane Uso looks at the NBA, including game 7, the week in trades, and the draft. Theme song courtesy of Robby Bloodshed. Don't forget the Steel Cage Lounge's sponsorships. The Steel Cage Lounge is now on YouTube. Check it out on the Nightmare Doctor's channel at https://youtube.com/@mcsaveri?si=M1RY3SgskaaJM_Z0. Like episodes. Subscribe. Sign up for notifications. Leave a comment. Help us get to 500 subscribers. Check out https://www.facebook.com/Highspots to watch Sign It Live on Tuesdays at 7pm and Virtual Gimmick Table on Thursdays at 7pm from HighSpots.com. The Steel Cage Lounge is proud to sponsor Sign It Live on Facebook Live. The Steel Cage Lounge is part of the One Stop Wrestling podcast network. Check them out at https://onestopwrestling.com/podcasts/Main Event Shane Uso is the newest brand ambassador for Atlantis Nutrition. Check out their nutritional gummy supplements at https://www.atlantisnutrition.com. Use promo code UCE23 at checkout save 10%.
The Random Wrestling Review's original trio take a look back at WCW Greed, the last pay-per-view in World Championship Wrestling's history- featuring a main event that pitted World Champion, Scott Steiner against DDP, Dusty & Dustin Rhodes against Ric Flair & Jeff Jarrett, and US Champion Rick Steiner against Booker T. The Random Wrestling Review is brought to you this week by Tom, Old Man and Tinky.
This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 25) covering the period of 6/18 thru 6/24. Running Time: 5 Hours 14 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: 5 Hours 14 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E25 (06/18 - 06/24) National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) is formed Pat Patterson def Ted Dibiase for WWF North American Title (which would later be renamed the Intercontinental Title). Ray Stevens & Jimmy Snuka def Ricky Steamboat & Jay Youngblood to win NWA World Tag Team Titles. Dusty Rhodes def Harley Race for NWA Heavyweight Title. Looking back at the time Jimmy Hart def Jerry 'The King' Lawler to win the AWA Southern Heavyweight Title. Audio: Infamous Cyndi Lauper appearance on Pipers Pit airs nationwide. Audio: Cyndi Lauper makes an interesting wrestling challenge to Lou Albano, and The Captain accepts. Audio: Jimmy Snuka's wild promo vows revenge on Roddy Piper after Piper's Pit (coconut). Audio: 'Yucks for Bucks' as Magnificent Muraco and Mr Fuji attempt Stand-Up comedy. In the ring, a porta potty, even into the Cooper River: Terry Funk and Stan Hansen wild brawl at NJ Indy event. First ever ECW (Eastern Championship Wrestling) Tag Champs. Looking back at WCW Beach Blast PPV (1992). Audio: Cactus Jack vs Sting (From Beach Blast '92). Bastion Booger makes WWF debut. Memorable Raw match between 1-2-3 Kid vs Razor Ramon which involved a faceplant on the concrete floor, theft of $10,000 and more. Infamous Press Conference: Tonya Harding to manage Love Machine (Art Barr) and Eddie Guerrero in pro wrestling match. Looking back at WCW Clash Of The Champions XXVII (1994). Audio: 24 hours after retaining WCW Tag Team Titles at COC, Cactus Jack battles Sabu in ECW for the first ever. Looking back at ECW Hostile City Showdown '94 Audio: Flyboy Rocco Rock compares Dory Funk Jr to Ronald Goldman (murdered allegedly by OJ Simpson). Looking back at WWF/WWE King Of The Ring PPV (1994, 1996, 2001, 2002). Art Donovan: Worst WWF/WWE guest commentator of all time. Audio: Funny clip from Kayfabe Commentaries poking fun at Art Donovan's commentating at KOR 1994. Grand Wizard, Moolah, Ernie Ladd, Ivan Putski, Pedro Morales, George ‘The Animal' Steele, and Antonio Rocca inducted into WWF Hall Of Fame (1995). Looking back at WCW Great American Bash (1995). The Giant (Big Show) appears for first time on WCW TV. Looking back at ECW Hardcore Heaven 1996. Austin 3:16 is born. Audio: NOD becomes an all black faction and Ahmed Johnson's controversial (but epic) racial promo explaining why he joined the Nation Of Domination. Disciples of Apocalypse (DOA) make WWE debut. Audio: ECW vs WWF feud continues, as Sabu w/ Bill Alfonso battles Flash Funk on Monday Night Raw. Edge's not so memorable WWE in ring debut. Audio: Crash Holly vs Hardcore Holly KOR Qualifying match leads to Patterson and Brisco both winning WWF Hardcore Title. Audio: Diamond Dallas Page is revealed as the 'Stalker' of Undertaker's wife Sara. Booker T make his memorable WWF debut. KOR 2001 Street Fight: Kurt Angle vs Shane McMahon. WWF Tough Enough debuts on MTV. Looking back at the weekly PPV debut of NWATNA (2002). Vince Russo returns to WWE as head writer – for two days. Bret Hart suffers a stroke. Looking back at NWATNA's First Anniversary Show (2003). Kane forced to unmasked for the first time on WWE TV. Audio: Goldberg accepts Theodore Long's 5 Minute White Boy Challenge. WWE Hardcore Tribute to Mick Foley at MSG Raw ends with an Orton punt and a Foley falling down a flight of stairs. Audio: Yo! Kurt Angle Raps. Looking back at TNA Slammiversary PPV (2005, 2006, 2009). Samoa Joe makes TNA debut. Looking back at ROH first ever Survival Of The Fittest Tournament (2004). Audio: After signing WWE contract, The Summer Of Punk in ROH begins at Death Before Dishonor III (2005). Audio: Another WWE Wedding gone featuring Edge and Lita. Audio: The Sandman battles Macho Libre on week two of ECW (WWE) on Sci-Fi. Less than two weeks after debuting on Sci-Fi, WWE attempts ECW House Show at ECW Arena with questionable results. DX throws Jonathan Coachman head first into a wall, and spray paint his bare ass. Looking back at WWE Vengeance: Night Of Champions PPV (2007). Chris Benoit double murder / suicide tragedy. Looking back at the very eerie DTKC episode (Minority Report) which aired live as news of the double murder / suicide broke. Ron Killings and Konnan quit TNA. Jim Ross almost quits WWE after being drafted to Smackdown during 2008 WWE Draft Lottery. McMahon's Million Dollar Mania comes to an abrupt halt after an 'accident' on Raw. Did the three weeks of McMahon's Million Dollar Mania give WWE the ratings bump they were expecting? Ultimate Warrior wrestles his last ever match (against Orlando Jordan for Nu-Wrestling Evolution in Barcelona, Spain). TNA films pilot episode of Spin Cycle. Audio: TNA Spin Cycle asks some Knockouts if they can make sounds with a body part. WWE releases Sim Snuka, Matt Striker, and Candice Michelle. Audio: Donald Trump ‘sells' Raw back to Vince McMahon. But not before making an interesting announcement and 'firing' Santina Marella. Looking back at WWE Fatal 4-Way PPV, ROH Death Before Dishonor VIII, and NJPW Dominion 6.19 PPVs (2010). Audio: ‘President Barack Obama' appears at WWE Capital Punishment PPV. Just weeks before his WWE contract is set to expire, CM Punk wins #1 Contenders match to face John Cena at MITB for WWE Championship. Disgruntled Chavo Guerrero Jr requests and is granted WWE release. Looking back at NJPW Dominion 6.18 and AAA TripleMania XIX events (2011). TNA sues Scott Steiner after making disparaging remarks against TNA, Hulk Hogan and more. Cyndi Lauper and Wendi Richter appear on Raw (2012) and a WWF/WWE ring for the first time since 1985. Ring Of Honor ceases live iPPV's due to repeated technical difficulties (aka due to live streaming on the cheap). Looking back at ROH Best In The Word iPPV (2013, 2015, 2017). Corey Graves wins his first and only NXT Championship. Vickie Guerrero's WWE retirement match: vs Stephanie McMahon in Chocolate Pudding. Audio: Same old sh**? 2015 Paul Heyman / Brock Lesnar promo on Seth Rollins could air today and not much would need to be changed. Tyson Kidd undergoes career ending neck and spinal surgery. Where's The Boom?! Jeff Jarrett returns to Impact Wrestling and attempts a Global Force Wrestling vs TNA feud. Matt and Reby Hardy become proud parents of their first child, son Maxel. Looking back at WWE Money In The Bank PPV (2016, 2017). Remembering when Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Dean Ambrose all held the WWE Championship the same night. Roman Reigns suspended 30 days for violating WWE Wellness Policy. Maria Kanellis returns to WWE and brings hubby Mike with her. Cody Rhodes def Christopher Daniels to become ROH World Champion WWE releases Willam Morrissey (Big Cass) due to behavioral issues involving alcoholism Looking back at Evolve 107 (2018) Audio: Adam Cole makes history defending NXT North American Championship at Evolve 107 against WALTER (Gunther) Looking back at WWE Stomping Grounds (2019) and the Twitter War that followed between Seth Rollins and Will Ospreay Vince McMahon makes a major change to all televised matches on RAW and SmackDown which fails miserably Elite media: Our minds would be blown how many wrestlers want to leave WWE for AEW. Some even considering intentionally failing the Wellness program so they could be released R-Truth wins WWE 24/7 Title during the wedding ceremony of Drake Maverick and Renee Michelle ESPN Espy Awards launch the first ever category dedicated to WWE Moments Looking back at The #SpeakingOut Movement which culminated with one awful audio clip involving Sammy Guevara and Sasha Banks WWE morphs Nikki Cross into Nikki A.S.H (Almost A Super Hero) WWE morphs Karrion Kross into a Gladiator complete with an oversized awkward looking helmet Audio: Looking back at the interesting WWE creative team hiring and almost immediate firing of Kenice Mobley WWE releases 15 wrestlers including Tyler Breeze, Ariya Daivari, Chase Parker, Matt Martel, Singh Brothers, Marina Shafir, Tony Nese and Sonjay Dutt Audio: Vince McMahon doubles down on his response to WWE Board Of Directors investigation and Stephanie McMahon replacing him as Interim CEO Amidst Vince McMahon allegations, WWE replaces John Laurinaitis with Bruce Prichard as Interim Head Of Talent Relations Following her release, WWE attempts to censor Sasha Banks signs during WWE programming Hangman Page goes after Booker T for suggesting that Adam Cole work more on his physique Audio: Okada makes his memorable AEW Dynamite debut Looking back at Impact Wrestling: Slammiversary 2022 Looking back at NXT Gold Rush and memorable match between Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker Audio: WWE Title Unification Match between Ronda Rousey and Shayna Baszler (WWE Women's Tag Team Champions) vs Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn (NXT Women's Tag Team Champions) Hulk Hogan Real American Beer launches Controversial photo surfaces involving Wyatt Sicks following their memorable WWE RAW debut Kayla Braxton announces her departure from WWE Audio: Jacob Fatu makes his memorable WWE debut Audio: Joe Hendry makes his surprising viral NXT debut And much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E25 (6/18 – 6/24) CLICK HERE to listen to COMMERCIAL FREE (PATREON) episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E25 (6/18 – 6/24) CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E25 (6/18 – 6/24) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows ==== CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE WITH THE DTKC 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHIRT! CLICK HERE for DTKC Pro Wrestling Tees Store ==== Want to help promote our shows and get a special shout-out on the next show? Stop by Apple Podcasts (CLICK HERE) or SPOTIFY (CLICK HERE) and leave a review! Join Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show Patreon Family, and get a special shout-out on the next show! CLICK HERE ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE *PATREON* AND *YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: You can send additional support for Don Tony And Kevin Castle and help grow and keep the brand alive, by becoming a member of DT/KC PATREON and/or YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP FAMILY. Don Tony and Kevin Castle's PATREON has been around for over seven years! You can access all eight years of BONUS CONTENT right now including: Ad-Free episodes of all of the weekly Non-Patreon shows Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Weekly Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony Kevin Castle's entire library of Patreon exclusive shows. 2000+ hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 8 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) CLICK HERE to access DT/KC Patreon now! YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: Another option is to become a CHANNEL MEMBER on YouTube. Get exclusive enhanced versions of weekly shows, access to DT's weekly Patreon show, retro DTKC Show episodes, giveaways and more. CLICK HERE for more details and to join The DT/KC YouTube Channel Member Family! ==== CHECK OUT OUR CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID 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 AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (UPDATED: JANUARY 2025): WWE RAW RECAP AND WRESTLING NEWS REPORT: LIVE EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM ET after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every WEDNESDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted every THURSDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every FRIDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) PRO WRESTLING WEEKEND NEWS UPDATE: Posted every SATURDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony) WWE/AEW PPV RECAP/REVIEW: (Posted MONDAY NIGHT as part of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony
This week Jake and Joey talk the week of June 13, 2005 in the WWE Women's Division. The boys talk Melina interrupting the WWE Divas' Hershey's chocolate party, the casting of the 2005 Diva Search, Lita and Edge announcing their engagement, Sharmell and Booker T crashing Carlito's Cabana, Lilian Garcia accompanying Viscera and more! Everybody get golden!
JaySin & The Horror King are back for the latest TNA Wrestling review podcast. They have Exclusive Breaking News about Booker T! Of course, the latest on TNA, including last night's TripleMania Regia event, Maple Leaf Pajama talk and more! https://wrestlevoice.com/2025/06/16/exclusive-booker-t-lied-about-convicted-child--abuser-rance/
This week Jake and Joey talk the week of June 6, 2005 in the WWE Women's Division. The boys talk Dawn Marie, Francine & Beulah McGillicutty participating in ECW One Night Stand, Christy Hemme going wild on Victoria, Lita taunting Kane, Sharmell cheering on Booker T and more! Every body get golden!
Pacific St Blues & AmericanaJune 8, 2025 1. Booker T & the MGs / Time is Tight 2. Issac Hayes / Soulsville 3. Staple Singers / We The People 4. Sam & Dave / I Can't Stand Up (Elvis Costello) 5. Irma Thomas & Galatic / Where I Belong 6. Los Lobos / Love Special Delivery 7. Shaun Murphy / Man Size Job 8. Sheryl Crow / Digging in the Dirt 9. Chris Cain /Blues for My Dad 10. BB King / Bad Case of Love 11. Warren Haynes / This Life As We Know It 12. Marcus King Band / Wildflowers & Wine13. Bob Fox / Sally Wheatley14. Lindisfarne / Meet Me on the Corner15. Sting / All This Time 16. Mark Knopfler (Dire Straits) / Why Aye Man 17. Sue Foley / Freight Train18. Carolyn Wonderland / It Takes a Lot to Laugh, 19. Tiny Bradshaw / Train Kept a Rollin' 20. Johnny Winter / Silver Train 21. George Thorogood / Two Trains Running
This week Jake and Joey talk the week of May 30, 2005 in the WWE Women's Division. The boys talk Victoria's iconic heel turn after the Memorial Day Bikini Contest, Lita flushing her wedding ring down the toilet, Sharmell and Booker T facing Kurt Angle in a handicap match, Melina helping MNM retain the Tag Team Championship, Stacy Keibler accompanying The Hurricane and Rosey, the SmackDown Divas powdering up Mark Jindrak and more! Every body get golden!
On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John Layfield and host Conrad Thompson discuss in depth the friendship and career of one of John's closest friends, Booker T. John shares stories of their time working together inside and out of the ring and the impact he believes Booker T has and is having on today's professional wrestling product. The guys also take time to disect all the news and notes of what's happening in professional wrestling on this edition of Something To Wrestle. MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at https://magicspoon.com/WRESTLE Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream! BRUNT - Get $10 Off @BRUNT with code WRESTLE at https://bruntworkwear.com/WRESTLE #BRUNTpod BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. TRUE CLASSIC - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/STW ! #trueclassicpod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to www.savewithconrad.com to learn more.
Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 22) covering the period of 5/28 thru 6/3. Running Time: 5 Hours. 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: 5 HoursHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E22 (05/28 - 06/3) Harley Race def Dory Funk Jr for NWA World Heavyweight Title and ends Funk's 1,563 reign as Champion. Ric Flair def Kerry Von Erich 2 falls to 1 to regain NWA World Heavyweight Championship. The story behind Midnight Rockers (Shawn Michaels and Marty Jannetty) being hired then immediately fired by WWF. Honky Tonk Man def Ricky Steamboat to win WWF IC Championship. Audio: Honky Tonk Man (and Iron Shiek) speak on Ricky Steamboat throwing shade at IC Title match against HTM. Brother Love makes his WWF TV debut. No Holds Barred movie released in movie theatres. After being fired a year earlier, The Rockers return and make their WWF TV debut. 'Common Man' Dusty Rhodes makes his 1991 WWF debut. Celebrity Sleuth Magazine features photos of Madusa, Sherri Martel, Missy Hyatt, and several other women wrestlers. Cactus Jack 'Lost In Cleveland' vignettes begin to air on WCW TV. Ranger Ross sues WCW for Racial Discrimination. Matt Hardy makes WWF debut. Audio: The Rock (as Flex Kavana) makes his pro wrestling and promo debut. WWF sends a Cease and Desist letter to Scott Hall after his controversial WCW Monday Nitro debut. Audio: Brian Pillman's controversial ECW return promo after serious Humvee accident. Looking back at World Wrestling Peace Festival (1996). Audio: ECW vs USWA war begins. Booker T appears in 1-800-Collect Commercial as a boxer. Looking back at WWF In Your House 22: Over The Edge (1998). Darren Drosdov debuts LOD 'Puke' character. NBC airs the awful documentary on Jessie 'The Body' Ventura. The trial of Jerome Young (New Jack) for assault against 17 year old Erich Kulas beings and ends with not guilty verdict. Audio: Original news reports of 'Mass Transit' incident. Audio: New Jack speaks on the assault trial and its outcome. One of the first cases of massive fake news and 'being first over being right' reporting by wrestling sites: Tammy Sytch removed from WCW TV after Kimberly Page finding drug paraphernalia allegedly belonging to Sytch. Audio: DT's favorite WCW Hardcore Match of all time: Terry Funk (c) defends against Chris Candido on a barn and the infamous 'horse kick' incident. Audio: Nothing is finer than having a sixty niner with Scott Steiner. Brian Lawler fired after drug arrest at Canadian Border prior to WWF Raw event. Brian Ong dies while training with Dalip Singh (Great Khali) at a California wrestling school. WWE sends Eddie Guerrero home and into drug rehab after showing up for Raw event in no condition to perform. Audio: Steve Blackman and Trish Stratus' 'Three's Company' skit. Audio: The WCW/ECW invasion angle official begins with Lance Storm interfering during 'WWF' match on Raw. Identity of The Stalker's 'voice' is revealed. Audio: Undertaker vs Tommy Dreamer and a bucket of 'vomit'. Audio: Kevin Nash announces a new member of NWO (WWE version). NWA TNA hires Don West for their announcing team. WWE promotes 2003 Divas Search by featuring pics of fans and 'girls next door', two who were later revealed to be XXX Porn Stars. Audio: Mr America and Vince McMahon take lie detector tests on Smackdown. Audio: Highlights of Vince McMahon's 2004 appearance on TSN 'Off The Record' and some memorable discussions that are very relevant today. Audio: Vince McMahon, Eric Bischoff, and Paul Heyman exchange barbs on Raw to hype ECW One Night Stand (2005). Looking back at WWE One Night Stand PPV (2007, 2008). WWE signs Curtis Axel and Kalisto. 'LA Lakers' vs 'Denver Nuggets' main event WWE Raw. Kia Stevens (Kharma) leaves WWE due to pregnancy. Brock Lesnar's autobiography 'Death Clutch' hits stores. TNA announces the creation of their own Hall of Fame and the first recipient, Jeff Jarrett. Looking back at the time Daniel Bryan and Kofi Kingston were WWE ratings killers in 2012. Matt Hardy 'Anti-Bullying' Ring Of Honor promo debuts. Looking back at TNA Slammiversary XI event (2013). Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson signs with TNA and Bellator. Charlotte def Nattie to win vacant NXT Womens Title (2014). Looking back at WWE Payback PPV (2014). Audio: Batista quits WWE again on Raw. Audio: Seth Rollins breaks up The Shield. Sami Zayn undergoes Shoulder Surgery. Destination America adds Ring Of Honor to their programming and announces ROH/TNA airing back to back. Looking back at WWE Elimination Chamber PPV (2015). 'Broken' Matt Hardy takes his feud with Jeff Hardy to a whole new level. Audio: Alexa Bliss presents Bailey: This Is Your Life! Audio: WWE NXT asks: Who Is Bianca Belair (2018) Camp WWE cancelled after two seasons Looking back at NXT TakeOver: XXV Audio: Johnny Gargano (c) defends NXT Championship against Adam Cole (rated 5.25 stars by Dave Meltzer) Looking back at the two attempts WWE made to clown Britt Baker to WWE Universe (Includes Nia Jax Match from RAW) WWE 24/7 Championship fuc*ery begins with R-Truth losing then regaining the title while playing golf Terri Runnels arrested (and later acquitted) for bringing a Glock 9MM handgun into Tampa International Airport Henry Cejudo leaks video of Chris Jericho and Mike Tyson laughing it up backstage right after on-air altercation during AEW Dynamite Audio: WWE airs horrendous angle on SmackDown of Jeff Hardy 'arrested' after DUI crash and running over Elias Ric Flair signs over the rights of 'The Man' trademark to WWE for Becky Lynch Audio: Jimmy Smith reflects on joining WWE RAW commentary team, Vince McMahon, fan/wrestler reaction and more WWE promotes Nick Khan to WWE Board Of Directors Audio: Tony Khan' unhinged AEW Dynamite 'Commercial' trashing WWE and Nick Khan for having talks with New Japan Pro Wrestling Looking back at AEW: Double Or Nothing 2021, 2022, 2023 Audio: Chris Jericho and Inner Circle thanks fans after Stadium Stampede Match Audio: Willie Urbina fired from AEW Spanish Announcing Team after offensive imitation of Hikaru Shida Athena and Stokely Hathaway makes their AEW debuts Karl Anderson butt dials his wife at 3AM and is caught partying with the ladies, It doesn't end well on Twitter Audio: Tony Khan' Greatest Unhinged Profanity Laced Meltdown Of All Time. And it's thanks to Eric Bischoff providing a terrible take about CM Punk and his value in AEW Audio: Only days after Double Or Nothing, newly crowned AEW World Champion CM Punk announces a major injury on Dynamite (which led to AEW Interim World Champion) Audio: MJF infamous Dynamite promo begging to be fired and calling Tony Khan a 'Fu*king Mark' Audio: Kris Statlander ends Jade Cargill's undefeated streak (at 60) and wins TBS Championship at Double Or Nothing Controversy erupts as Lead Singer of Violent Idols performs live during Anarchy In The Arena Match at Double Or Nothing - in blackface Audio: Max Caster (The Acclaimed) name drops Dominik Mysterio during infamous 'cuck' promo on Buddy Matthews Looking back at NXT Battleground 2023 Audio: Closing moments of Ilja Dragunov vs Dijak Last Man Standing Match from NXT Battleground Arn Anderson and Jake Hager exit AEW Audio: Ethan Page makes his NXT debut Audio: Current TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace surprise appearance on NXT, challenging Roxanne Perez for Women's Championship at NXT Battleground 2024 Audio: Stephanie Vaquer appears on AEW Dynamite and challenges Mercedes Mone at AEW Forbidden Door 2024 Liv Morgan and Dominik Mysterio share a memorable kiss on RAW And so much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E22 (5/28 – 6/3) CLICK HERE to listen to COMMERCIAL FREE (PATREON) episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E22 (5/28 – 6/3) CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E22 (5/28 – 6/3) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows ==== CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE WITH THE DTKC 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHIRT! CLICK HERE for DTKC Pro Wrestling Tees Store ==== Want to help promote our shows and get a special shout-out on the next show? Stop by Apple Podcasts (CLICK HERE) or SPOTIFY (CLICK HERE) and leave a review! Join Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show Patreon Family, and get a special shout-out on the next show! CLICK HERE ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE *PATREON* AND *YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: You can send additional support for Don Tony And Kevin Castle and help grow and keep the brand alive, by becoming a member of DT/KC PATREON and/or YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP FAMILY. Don Tony and Kevin Castle's PATREON has been around for over seven years! You can access all eight years of BONUS CONTENT right now including: Ad-Free episodes of all of the weekly Non-Patreon shows Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Weekly Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony Kevin Castle's entire library of Patreon exclusive shows. 2000+ hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 8 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) CLICK HERE to access DT/KC Patreon now! YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: Another option is to become a CHANNEL MEMBER on YouTube. Get exclusive enhanced versions of weekly shows, access to DT's weekly Patreon show, retro DTKC Show episodes, giveaways and more. CLICK HERE for more details and to join The DT/KC YouTube Channel Member Family! ==== CHECK OUT OUR CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID 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 AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (UPDATED: JANUARY 2025): WWE RAW RECAP AND WRESTLING NEWS REPORT: LIVE EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM ET after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every WEDNESDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted every THURSDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every FRIDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) PRO WRESTLING WEEKEND NEWS UPDATE: Posted every SATURDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony) WWE/AEW PPV RECAP/REVIEW: (Posted MONDAY NIGHT as part of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com
This week Jake and Joey talk the week of May 23, 2005 in the WWE Women's Division. The boys talk Lita and Edge explaining their affair, Viscera kissing Lilian Garcia, Sharmell praising Booker T, Melina helping MNM during their Tag Title defense, and more! Every body get golden!
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-26-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss WWE Elimination Chamber, Booker T's color commentary, NXT Takeover, Dean Ambrose push, Austin at WM32, Lana-Rusev-Dolph Ziggler, Cena, Ambrose, WWE-NXT dynamic, more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed how TNA has mishandled Destination America publicity, PPV vs. Network evolution, why doesn't WWE end up with more black stars, Shelton Benjamin's shortcomings, will Dean Ambrose or Roman Reigns turn, should U.S. Title move to NXT, the TNA-Eric Bischoff/Jason Harvey lawsuit, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
On this REMIX edition of Grilling JR, "The Voice of Wrestling", Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back to WWF Invasion 2001 from July 22, 2001 at the Gund Arena in Cleveland, OH. This was the most successful PPV in company history that was not a WrestleMania. Topics the guys discuss include a 10-man tag team main event between Team WWF vs. Team Alliance, Steve Austin and Kurt Angle comedy, available WCW talent at the time, Booker T injuring Steve Austin, OVW developmental forming, Tough Enough, Buff Bagwell, Steve Austin defecting, and so much more! BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code JR at https://stopboxusa.com/JR #stopboxpod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com to learn more.
Welcome back to The Lawcast! This time our hosts cover the next chapter in The Invasion storyline, Summerslam 2001.Steve Austin has abandoned the WWF. In his absence, an old hero returns as The Rock comes home and a new hero rises and Kurt Angle challenges Austin for the WWF Championship. Rock takes on Booker T for the WCW Championship. Plus we've got Rob Van Dam vs. Jeff Hardy in a Ladder Match for the Hardcore Title, Undertaker and Kane vs. DDP and Kanyon for both Tag Titles, and Lance Storm vs. Edge for the Intercontinental Title.Plus we discuss this weekend's Saturday Night's Main Event and Double or Nothing shows.
This week Jake and Joey talk the week of May 9, 2005 in the WWE Women's Division. The boys talk Stacy Keibler being saved by The Hurricane and Rosey, Sharmell and Booker T being attacked by Kurt Angle, Lita leading Kane to victory, Melina helping MNM and Chavo Guerrero pick up a victory, Lilian Garcia being fed nachos by Viscera, Christy Hemme asking about the WWE Draft and more! Everybody get golden!
Welcome back to The Lawcast! This time our hosts cover the show in which the WWF and WCW finally faced off, it's InVasion!We had crazy twists and turns along the way. Buff Bagwell and Booker T had one of the worst matches ever. WCW turned heel. ECW invaded. WCW and ECW joined forces. Stephanie McMahon was introduced as the owner of ECW. The Old Stone Cold came back. It all culminated in this show, which was one of the most successful in history. But was it any good? Our hosts answer that question.Plus we recap the Backlash pay-per-view and reflect on the legacy of Sabu in pro wrestling.
Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 19) covering the period of 5/7 thru 5/13. Running Time: 4 Hours 15 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 15 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E19 (05/07 - 05/13) Bruno Sammartino vs Giant Baba: First time ever WWWF Championship is defended in Japan. Verne Gagne retires as AWA Heavyweight Champion. Eddie Gilbert seriously injured in fiery auto accident following WWF PA event. Nancy Argentino, girlfriend of Jimmy Snuka, dies after head injury suffered at PA hotel. This occurs a few months after Snuka is arrested in NY and originally charged with second and third degree assault of Argentino and a Police Officer. Looking back at the first ever episode of Saturday Night's Main Event (1985). Career vs Title: Jerry Lawler def Curt Hennig to win AWA Heavyweight Championship. Bonus Audio: Curt Hennig attacks owner of Toyota Dealership and destroys the CWA Studio. Looking back at 5th Von Erich Memorial Parade Of Champions (1988). Looking back at NWA WrestleWar 1989. Audio: Memorable attack by Terry Funk on Ric Flair following his NWA Heavyweight Championship win against Ricky Steamboat. Roddy Piper returns to WWF after two year retirement. Audio: Macho Man Randy Savage vs Steve Austin battle for the one and only time they faced off in the ring. Audio: Steve Austin comments on Macho Man Randy Savage. Bill Alfonso makes memorable debut in ECW. WCW announces Nitro expanding to two hours. Standards and Practices: WWF forced to edit Raw segment showing Goldust licking Undertaker up his leg and thigh. Looking back at AAA TripleMania IV (1996). Looking back at WWF IYH 15: A Cold Day In Hell (1997). Memorable Raw moment: HBK superkicks Bret Hart back into his wheelchair. Audio: Farooq accuses WWF of racism and lack of Black Heavyweight Champions. Audio: Rob Van Dam makes Monday Night Raw debut against Jeff Hardy (1997). Audio: Dustin Runnels tears up during Raw segment while speaking about Dusty Rhodes and Goldust character. Audio: Eric Bischoff challenges Vince McMahon to a fight at WCW Slamboree 1998. Online voting gone wrong: Ric Flair voted People Magazine's #2 Most Beautiful People In The World for 1998. Who was #1? MTV airs special WCW 'Ultimate Music Video Feud' and begins the crossover highlighted by Raven / DDP feud. Steve Austin makes memorable appearance on TSN's Off The Record. Looking back at Sable's leaving WWF and filing $110 Million Lawsuit claiming sexual harassment and unsafe working conditions. Audio: Debra vs Sable Evening Gown Match for WWF Women's Championship. Audio: Sean Waltman speaks on putting a cup of feces inside Sable's luggage. DT looks back at highest rated Raw episode (8.1) in history and how WCW never fully recovered from one preemption due to NBA Playoffs. US News And World Report publishes seven page story of WWF and explosion in popularity for pro wrestling. Looking back at WCW Slamboree PPV (1999, 2000). Miss Elizabeth wrestles her first two matches ever (vs Daffney, vs Rhonda Singh). Audio: APA destroy Big Boss Man and Bull Buchanan in a bar fight. Four days after Linda McMahon tells AP that WWF and NBC were working on second season for XFL and not being killed off - NBC and WWF discontinues XFL. Perry Saturn sent home by WWF after 'shooting' on Mike Bell during a match on WWF Jakked. WWF releases Scott Hall 48 hours after the infamous 'Plane Ride From Hell'. Batista makes his WWF main roster debut. Audio: Edge-A-Mania is running wild! Infamous Raw segment: Undertaker attacks, hogties, and drags Hulk Hogan while riding a motorcycle throughout the Air Canada Center. Launch of NWA - Total Nonstop Action (TNA) officially announced. Audio: Memorable Raw segment featuring Steve Austin, Christian, RVD/Kane and the surprise return (and final WWE appearance ever) of The Road Warriors (2003). Audio: Freddie Blassie tells D-Von to 'Get The Tables!'. John Tenta announces retirement after developing bladder cancer. After two years of PPV only shows, TNA and Fox Sports announce creation of non PPV weekly series, 'Impact!' (2004). Almost a year to the day TNA inks a deal with Fox Sports Net and debuts Impact!, FSN drops TNA programming. Booker T and Batista fight during filming of Summerslam 2006 commercial. Audio: Beth Phoenix makes her WWE main roster debut. Audio: Dr. Vince McMahon gives the Commencement Speech at Sacred Heart University (CT). Audio: After Undertaker battles Batista in a bloody Cage Match and endures a post match beatdown by Mark Henry, Edge cashes in MITB Briefcase to win the World Heavyweight Championship. NWA officially ends their relationship with TNA. Looking back at TNA Sacrifice PPV (2007, 2008, 2012). Audio: Jim Cornette strips Kurt Angle of TNA Heavyweight Championship. Fresh off the disaster of moving Impact to Monday nights and dismal ratings, Dixie Carter issues an odd and desperate plea to wrestling fans. Infamous Raw moment: Jerry Lawler uses Michael Cole's tie to attack Cole within the Cole Mine. Brock Lesnar pulled from UFC event due to diverticulitis. New Japan Pro Wrestling holds their first ever show in the US with help from JAPW. Hulk Hogan's solution to increase fan interaction with TNA? Follow and film TNA Wrestlers anytime they are seen in public. Happy Wedding Anniversary to Gail Kim and Chef Robert Irvine. Baron Corbin makes his WWE NXT TV debut. After Christy Hemme botches the ring introduction of Austin Aries and Bobby Roode, Aries climbs ring rope and puts his crotch in Hemme's face. And TNA waits almost a week to denounce the behavior. Buck Zumhofe sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexually abusing his 15 year old daughter. Audio: Attitude or Ineptitude? TNA tries to get edgy by having MVP use the 'N' word during politically charged promo on Impact. Ray 'Adam Rose' Leppan arrested for alleged domestic battery and is immediately suspended by WWE. Looking back at ROH / NJPW Global Wars 2016. Billy Corgan finalizes the deal to purchase the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA). Looking back at WWE Backlash 2018 and 2022 WWE signs the last two members of MMA Four Horsewomen, Marina Shafir and Jessamyn Duke Audio: Vince McMahon, with the help of Roman Reigns, AJ Styles, Daniel Bryan and Kofi Kingston, creates the RAW and SmackDown 'Wild Card Rule' Silver King tragically dies in the ring during a wrestling match against Juventud Guerrera Looking back at WWE Money In The Bank 2020 Audio: Becky Lynch announces her pregnancy on RAW and Asuka as the new RAW Women's Champion Audio: One of the worst storylines in WWE history begins: Seth Rollins has a weird infatuation with Rey Mysterio's eye Audio: Alberto Del Rio arrested and charged with sexual assault and aggravated kidnapping and how he escaped prison time for these serious charges Looking back at WWE Throwback SmackDown from 2021 AEW is the first to announce their return to touring since the Covid-19 Pandemic began Audio: Swerve introduces the NXT Universe to his new stable, 'Hit Row' Looking back at Impact Wrestling: Under Siege 2022 PPV Audio: Rhea Ripley attacks AJ Styles and becomes the newest member of Judgement Day (led by Edge) Looking back at The Authors Of Pain's 'Wrestling Entertainment Series' promotion fiasco Bobby Roode abruptly retires from pro wrestling after needed a second neck fusion surgery Kenny Omega hit with a very serious case of Diverticulitis Audio: Highlights of Sami Zayn's stand-up comedy act from 'Netflix Is A Joke' with Becky Lynch and Johnny Knoxville Audio: Jesse The Body Ventura reveals negotiations with WWE for a Legends Deal Audio: Wrestling news and IWC livid at Triple H after taking shots at PWInsider and Fightful And so much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E19 (5/7 – 5/13) CLICK HERE to listen to COMMERCIAL FREE (PATREON) episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E19 (5/7 – 5/13) CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E19 (5/7 – 5/13) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows ==== CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE WITH THE DTKC 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHIRT! CLICK HERE for DTKC Pro Wrestling Tees Store ==== Want to help promote our shows and get a special shout-out on the next show? Stop by Apple Podcasts (CLICK HERE) or SPOTIFY (CLICK HERE) and leave a review! Join Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show Patreon Family, and get a special shout-out on the next show! CLICK HERE ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE *PATREON* AND *YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: You can send additional support for Don Tony And Kevin Castle and help grow and keep the brand alive, by becoming a member of DT/KC PATREON and/or YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP FAMILY. Don Tony and Kevin Castle's PATREON has been around for over seven years! You can access all eight years of BONUS CONTENT right now including: Ad-Free episodes of all of the weekly Non-Patreon shows Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Weekly Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony Kevin Castle's entire library of Patreon exclusive shows. 2000+ hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 8 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) CLICK HERE to access DT/KC Patreon now! YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: Another option is to become a CHANNEL MEMBER on YouTube. Get exclusive enhanced versions of weekly shows, access to DT's weekly Patreon show, retro DTKC Show episodes, giveaways and more. CLICK HERE for more details and to join The DT/KC YouTube Channel Member Family! ==== CHECK OUT OUR CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID 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 AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (UPDATED: JANUARY 2025): WWE RAW RECAP AND WRESTLING NEWS REPORT: LIVE EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM ET after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every WEDNESDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted every THURSDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every FRIDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) PRO WRESTLING WEEKEND NEWS UPDATE: Posted every SATURDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony) WWE/AEW PPV RECAP/REVIEW: (Posted MONDAY NIGHT as part of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com
Former WWE and WCW World Heavyweight champion Booker T finally makes an appearance on the Steve Austin Show! Join Booker and Steve as they cover some of Booker T's early days training in Texas under Scott Casey and Ivan Putski as well as correcting some history from King of the Ring 2001. Also, with Steve and Booker being into MMA, the guys break down this past weekend's UFC 228 as well as thoughts on Conor McGregor and other topics in the fight game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join hosts Jeff and Mister Thomas on this episode of GOT Presents as they welcome the incredible "La Princesa" herself, Tiffany Nieves!Fresh off winning the Exodus Pro Women's Championship and making waves in the NWA, Tiffany shares insights into her wrestling journey, including:Her training experiences at Flatbacks and OVW with legends like Al Snow, Tyler Breeze, Shawn Spears, Jay Lethal, and Matt Sydal.Making history in the NWA, including the first women's cage match in Alabama.Her intense rivalry and matches with Natalia Markova.Training at Booker T's Reality Wrestling in Texas and her current feud with Hall of Famer Sharmell.Thoughts on the upcoming NWA Crockett Cup, the women's division, and her own championship aspirations.But it's not all wrestling! Tiffany also dives into her fascination with:Myths, folklore, and Egyptology (including a fun debate on how the pyramids were built!).Travel experiences and safety tips.Her favorite foods and life outside the ring.Plus, hear Mister Thomas get tips from Tiffany for his own upcoming steel cage match and discussions about EC3, MLW, travel safety, and more!Don't forget to subscribe to GOT Presents for more conversations exploring wrestling and beyond!
Right on, brothers and sisters! In this righteous trip of Past 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine, cosmic cats Dave and Milt take a far-out journey back to the Billboard Top 10 hits of May 3, 1969. From Glen Campbell's heartfelt “Galveston” to the celestial vibes of “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In” by The Fifth Dimension, our mellow duo raps about the stories behind the tunes, their cultural mojo, and whether they still groove today, man. ✨ They dig deep into the righteous jam “Time is Tight” by Booker T. & the M.G.'s and blow your mind with a trippy quiz on wild and woolly story songs. So tune in, turn on, and drop into some sonic bliss while the fellas lay down the good vibes and mind-expanding history from the Age of Aquarius.
The Eat Sleep Nerd team was at the 2025 Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo this past weekend for our hometown comic con! We interviewed TONS of cosplayers, vendors, and fellow nerds. We handed out tons of swag. We walked a lot of steps. And we met celebrities like Weird Al, William Shatner, Felicia Day, Booker T, and so many wore. In this episode, we talk about our experience, lessons learned, what we look forward to next year, and more!00:00 Introduction02:20 Impressions of this year's Huntsville Expo 202504:03 Experiences with this year's celebrity guests11:16 Team gifts + Mythical Meat Sticks17:26 Cynthia's first Huntsville Expo experience19:10 Cosplay interviews24:54 Expo vendors28:08 We got put in Mandalorian jail30:05 Takeaways + Lessons Learned34:15 Meeting Felicia Day, Booker T, and Jamie Pressly Huntsville Expo Vendors //ThePaisleyPoppyTN.comGalaxyProps.netShrunk3D.com Cosplayer //Instagram.com/igor_pie_face Charities //KidsToLove.org
NXT Stand & Deliver 2025 is drawing close with the only half the card filled out, while AEW Dynasty 2025 was followed with confusing booking that again promises to "restore the feeling." Host Adam Silverstein opens by breaking down NXT [10:05] where Giulia surprisingly returned to create a fourway with Stephanie Vaquer, Jordynne Grace and Jaida Parker; Oba Femi, Trick Williams and Je'Von Evans lost to Darkstate; Ethan Page again attacked Ricky Saints; Swipe Right starred against Fraxiom and Roxanne Perez remained in limbo. "The Silver King" then dives into AEW [23:55] where a confounding open featured Jon Moxley leaving, the Young Bucks explaining and Kenny Omega talking about dog dookie. Plus, Death Riders status without Pac, Hangman Page potentially linking with Swerve Strickland, MJF annoying Hurt Syndicate and Kris Statlander standing out. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
In this episode of Wrestling Soup, Anthony Thomas and Joseph E. Numbers dive into the latest happenings in the wrestling world. They start by discussing a relatively dull week leading up to WrestleMania, the effect of losing their longtime partner, and the apparent decline of AEW's relevance compared to WWE and TNA. They focus on Jordan Grace's botch, the Evolve Show, and the curious case of Swerve Strickland's antics on Vlad TV. The conversation also shifts to explosive promos like the one between Charlotte and Tiffany Stratton, showing the wrestling dynamics at play. The hosts dissect the crowd's reaction, the possible off-script segments, and how these promos build tension. They mention Vince Russo and Stevie Richards' takes on these controversies as well. Additionally, Anthony and Joseph address the latest comments from Chris Jericho about his potential WWE return and his current situation in AEW. Other topics include Samantha Irvin's unexpected shift to music, Ricochet's WWE complaints, and more.00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap00:25 Wrestling World Updates00:56 AEW's Decline and WWE's Stability02:42 Kenny Omega's Analogy06:57 Booker T's Response to Swerve18:20 Ricochet's Career Reflections24:52 Samantha Irvin's New Venture33:00 Generational Differences in Music Preferences34:02 The Struggles of Aspiring Musicians34:50 The Competitive Nature of the Music Industry37:53 Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair Promo Analysis43:43 The Role of Heels in Wrestling01:01:17 Chris Jericho's Potential Return to WWE01:05:31 Closing Remarks and Upcoming ShowsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
Story Time with Dutch Mantell 130 | Booker T vs Swerve Strickland Much to discuss following AEW Dynasty with Swerve Stickland losing to Jon Moxley thanks to the returning Young Bucks (for some reason) after which, Swerve decided to speak about representation and take a shot at a WWE Hall of Famer for good measure. Elsewhere, as we get closer to WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas, fans were left feeling confused following another promo between Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton. They were also left disapointed after Kevin Owens announced he needs neck surgery and will miss WrestleMania. And they have been left thrilled when Rey Fenix FINALLY made his WWE Debut on Smackdown. Dutch Mantell is here to talk about it all and MORE on this weeks edition of Story Time with Dutch Mantell.
On this week's episode of The A Show; Meelz and Justin talk about AEW's Dynasty PPV, and why people should have seen the ending of the main event coming. Then they move on to reveal the spiciest Hot Takes from the community in an extended segment that includes their reactions to the Charlotte/Tiffany Stratton segment, Swerve Strickland's comments on Booker T, and more!
On this week's episode of One Nation Radio, Rich and James review AEW Dynasty. (14:04). Then, are joined by Ciara Reid to discuss: - Booker T. (1:26:09) - Charlotte Flair. (1:45:49) Links: Rich's new visualizer: Enough = https://youtu.be/pGLcalkMaf8?si=G_z1-ljl79VTpg0I 2024 FOH Draft = https://payhip.com/b/0dVQp One Nation Radio's solo feed = https://feeds.redcircle.com/a62af968-f870-4e29-b2f5-3d3543382475 ONR Live Twitch = https://www.twitch.tv/richlatta #AEW #WWE GET OFFICIAL SOCIAL SUPLEX PODCAST NETWORK GEAR FROM PRO WRESTLING TEES! Check out Social Suplex's columns, and the network's podcasts: One Nation Radio / Keepin' It Strong Style / All Things Elite / Imp's WWE Adventure / Wrestling Art with Chris Things / Tunnel Talk / The Trish and Sarah Wrestling Podcast, available wherever you find podcasts. Follow us on Twitter/X: @RichLatta32, @JamesBoyd87, @SeiyaMyName, @SocialSuplex, @OneNationRadio Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialSuplex/ Visit our website for news, columns, and podcasts: https://socialsuplex.com/ Join the Social Suplex Discord Server: https://discord.gg/RBYFrPetFt/ Join the Social Suplex community Facebook Group: The Wrestling (Squared) Circle Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/social-suplex-podcast-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In this episode, the hosts delve into BET's list of the 15 best black pro wrestlers. They discuss each wrestler's impact, career highlights, and how they overcame challenges in an industry marked by moments of racism and stereotypes. The wrestlers ranked include legends like Junkyard Dog, Shelton Benjamin, Naomi, Jacqueline, Big E, Sasha Banks, Booker T, and more. The hosts debate the chosen rankings, offer insights on careers that should have been included, and question the criteria used for the list's compilation.00:00 Introduction to the Best Black Pro Wrestlers01:15 Jazz: A Trailblazer in Women's Wrestling02:08 Shelton Benjamin: The Athletic Marvel04:28 Naomi: The High-Flying Sensation05:26 Jacqueline: The Pioneer of Black Women in WWE06:59 Big E: The Powerhouse of New Day09:15 D-Von Dudley: The Tag Team Specialist11:57 Bianca Belair: The EST of WWE14:00 Bobby Lashley: The Dominator15:46 Ron Simmons: The First Black WCW Champion16:11 Debating Sasha Banks' Legacy18:39 Mark Henry and Kofi Kingston: A Comparison20:45 The Rock's Controversial Ranking23:38 Booker T: A Worthy Number One?26:49 Missing Legends and Overlooked Stars31:15 Final Thoughts and FarewellBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
On this REMIX episode of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson, Eric and Conrad look back to celebrate the 25th anniversary of WCW Uncensored 2000! Eric was on his way back to WCW at this time, but hadn't quite returned yet, and on this episode he discusses his WCW status at that time and his working relationships with some of the office, plus the card itself, including the main event of Hulk Hogan vs. Ric Flair in the famous and infamous Yappapi Strap match! Sid Vicious defends the WCW World Title against Jeff Jarrett, Sting vs. Lex Luger, Dustin Rhodes vs. Terry Funk, The Mamalukes, Disco Inferno, Vampiro, Booker T, 3 Count, Bam Bam Bigelow, the debut of Chris Candido, and so much more! RIDGE - Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code 83WEEKS at https://ridge.com/83WEEKS #Ridgepod BILT - Start earning points on rent you're already paying by going to https://www.joinbilt.com/83weeks ENVISION - Save money and grow your business with Envision Marketing—visit https://www.conradsguy.com/ today! BLUECHEW - Try your first month of BlueChew FREE at https://bluechew.com/ MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at https://magicspoon.com/83WEEKS Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream! THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code 83WEEKS15 at theperfectjean.nyc/83WEEKS15#theperfectjeanpod SAVE WITH ERIC - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH ERIC - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on 83 WEEKS 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 83 Weeks. 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this REMIX episode of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff and Conrad Thompson, Eric and Conrad look back to celebrate the 25th anniversary of WCW Uncensored 2000! Eric was on his way back to WCW at this time, but hadn't quite returned yet, and on this episode he discusses his WCW status at that time and his working relationships with some of the office, plus the card itself, including the main event of Hulk Hogan vs. Ric Flair in the famous and infamous Yappapi Strap match! Sid Vicious defends the WCW World Title against Jeff Jarrett, Sting vs. Lex Luger, Dustin Rhodes vs. Terry Funk, The Mamalukes, Disco Inferno, Vampiro, Booker T, 3 Count, Bam Bam Bigelow, the debut of Chris Candido, and so much more! RIDGE - Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code 83WEEKS at https://ridge.com/83WEEKS #Ridgepod BILT - Start earning points on rent you're already paying by going to https://www.joinbilt.com/83weeks ENVISION - Save money and grow your business with Envision Marketing—visit https://www.conradsguy.com/ today! BLUECHEW - Try your first month of BlueChew FREE at https://bluechew.com/ MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at https://magicspoon.com/83WEEKS Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream! THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code 83WEEKS15 at theperfectjean.nyc/83WEEKS15#theperfectjeanpod SAVE WITH ERIC - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH ERIC - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on 83 WEEKS 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 83 Weeks. 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices