Podcast appearances and mentions of Dean Malenko

After a brief break, Fretz returns to review WWE Over The Edge: In Your House from May 1998. Since the event takes place in Wisconsin, Fretz invites Nate from Brace For Impact on the show. Topics include: The Crusher, Bratwurst, Beer, High IQ wrestlers and Dean Malenko cosplaying as Ciclope. Also the most fun, chaotic main event in the Attitude Era!Follow Nate: https://x.com/RealFNGameFollow Fretz on Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/fretzlemania.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@fretzlemaniaTwitter: https://x.com/FretzlemaniaBlog: https://fretzlemania.wordpress.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fretzlemania/linktr.ee/fretzlemaniaFollow WAR on Twitter https://x.com/Addict_WrestleFollow WAR on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wrestleaddictradioBuy WAR Merch: https://wrestle-addict-radio-shop.fourthwall.comJoin our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/hWUGvp85Wrestle Addict Radio, the cure for the common wrestling podcast

After a brief break, Fretz returns to review WWE Over The Edge: In Your House from May 1998. Since the event takes place in Wisconsin, Fretz invites Nate from Brace For Impact on the show. Topics include: The Crusher, Bratwurst, Beer, High IQ wrestlers and Dean Malenko cosplaying as Ciclope. Also the most fun, chaotic main event in the Attitude Era!Follow Nate: https://x.com/RealFNGameFollow Fretz on Blue Sky https://bsky.app/profile/fretzlemania.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@fretzlemaniaTwitter: https://x.com/FretzlemaniaBlog: https://fretzlemania.wordpress.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fretzlemania/linktr.ee/fretzlemaniaFollow WAR on Twitter https://x.com/Addict_WrestleFollow WAR on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wrestleaddictradioBuy WAR Merch: https://wrestle-addict-radio-shop.fourthwall.comJoin our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/hWUGvp85Wrestle Addict Radio, the cure for the common wrestling podcast

Ep 375 – Road Wild 1999 “It'll Take More than Attitude to Ride Outta Here” Red and Yellow Returns 0:25 - Welcome 13:33 - RW Opening 14:49 - The Dead Pool (Vampiro and the Insane Clown Posse (Shaggy 2 Dope/Violent J) (w/ Raven) vs Eddie Guerrero, Kidman, and Rey Mysterio Jr 20:49 - The Jersey Triad (Bam Bam Bigelow and Chris Kanyon) vs Harlem Heat (Booker T/Stevie Ray) for the WCW World Tag Team Championships 25:26 - The West Texas Rednecks (Curt Hennig, Bobby Duncum Jr and Barry Windham) (w/ Kendall Windham) vs the Revolution (Perry Saturn, Dean Malenko and Shane Douglas) 31:10 - Ernest “The Cat” Miller (w/ Sonny Onoo) vs Buff Bagwell 37:00 - Diamond Dallas Page vs Chris Benoit for the WCW United States Championship in a No DQ match 44:00 - Sid Vicious vs Sting 47:57 - Rick Steiner vs Goldberg 50:27 - Dennis Rodman vs Macho Man Randy Savage 56:31 - Kevin Nash vs Hulk Hogan in a Retirement match for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship 1:01:40 - Overall Thoughts 1:05:34 - Smarking It Up 1:12:26 - Ready to Rumble – Ghost Catchers (1944) 1:16;17 - Goodbyes Music from this week's show is “Red Zone” by Lee Levin/Dan Warner and “American Made” by Jimmy Hart Rate and review us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you find your podcasts Email – WrestlingHistoryX@gmail.com X – WrestlingHistoX

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #387 of the PWTorch including the death of Ray Stevens at 61, WWF continues pushing the Shawn Michaels is a womanizer angle, Dean Malenko wins WCW Cruiserweight title, trivia, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Sgt. Craig "Pitbull" Pittman continues his search for a manager that'll take him from the lower-midcard into the championship picture and on this Christmas night he hopes to make Jimmy Hart's little black heart grow many times bigger as he asks Hart to manage him. Also in this go-home show to Starrcade, The Macho Man Randy Savage defends his WCW World Heavyweight Championship against Ric Flair. Sting and Lex Luger's situationship continues to grow more messy by the week, will the tea boil over on this road to Starrcade? Dean Malenko faces Mr. JL.  Follow us on Instagram @GetItAgainPodcast Got 2 (or more) words for us? Email us at GetItAgainPodcast@gmail.com

Ep 371 – WCW Monday Night Nitro 07/12/1999 A big return 0:27 - Welcome 9:31 - Nitro Opening 13:39 - Vampiro vs Konnan 17:59 - “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair (w/ Arn Anderson and Asya) vs Dean Malenko (w/ Perry Saturn and Chris Benoit) 23:28 - Steven Regal (w/ Dave Taylor and Fit Finlay) vs Billy Kidman 28:02 - Kenny Kaos vs Sid Vicious 30:28 - David Flair (w/ Torrie Wilson, “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair, Arn Anderson, and Asya) vs Sting 34:45 - Diamond Dallas Page (w/ Bam Bam Bigelow and Kanyon) vs Booker T 39:47 - Macho Man Randy Savage (w/ Team Madness (Gorgeous George, Madusa, and Miss Madness) vs Hollywood Hulk Hogan for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship 44:33 - Overall Thoughts 51:35 - Smarking It Up 57:35 - Ready to Rumble – Whistling in Brooklyn (1943) 1:01:28 - Goodbyes Music from this week's show is “Adrenaline” by Purity and “Wolfpac Theme” by Jimmy Hart/Howard Helm Rate and review us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you find your podcasts Email – WrestlingHistoryX@gmail.com X – WrestlingHistoX

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani break down the final SmackDown of July 2000 from the Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, Texas. Coming off the momentum of Fully Loaded, this episode is packed with major storyline advancements as WWE builds towards SummerSlam.Mick Foley books a massive card for the Texas crowd, featuring a massive Tables Match pitting Edge, Christian, and Big Show against The Dudley Boyz and Kane. We also discuss the infamous backstage segment where Stephanie McMahon catches Triple H demonstrating a hammerlock on Trish Stratus, leading to a chaotic mixed tag team match involving Chris Jericho, Lita, and a substitute Chris Benoit.The Godfather shocks the wrestling world by abandoning his signature lifestyle to debut as The Goodfather alongside Steven Richards and the Right to Censor. Plus, Steve Blackman defends the Hardcore Championship against X-Pac in a weapon filled brawl.Other major discussion points include:- Big Show explaining his controversial decision to align with Shane McMahon and Kurt Angle.- Chaz and D-Lo Brown taking on The Hardy Boyz in tag team action.- Taz continuing his destructive path in a match against Grandmaster Sexay.- - Perry Saturn defending his newly won European Championship against Crash Holly.- The main event clash between The Rock and Kurt Angle.- A bonus breakdown of a stacked episode of Sunday Night Heat featuring Dean Malenko, Chyna, Eddie Guerrero, and Val Venis.0:00 Intro and the Freeman Coliseum Atmosphere5:32 Recapping Big Show's Turn at Fully Loaded6:46 Steve Blackman vs. X-Pac for the Hardcore Championship15:08 Mick Foley Books the Card and Big Show Explains Himself18:29 Triple H, Stephanie McMahon, and the Mysterious Flowers19:14 Lo Down (Chaz and D-Lo Brown) vs. The Hardy Boyz22:48 Triple H Teaches Trish Stratus a Hammerlock23:36 Taz vs. Grandmaster Sexay27:50 Edge, Christian, and Big Show vs. The Dudley Boyz and Kane34:15 The Godfather Debuts as The Goodfather40:47 Mick Foley Replaces Triple H in the Mixed Tag Match41:30 Perry Saturn vs. Crash Holly for the European Championship43:55 Trish Stratus and Chris Benoit vs. Lita and Chris Jericho47:24 Main Event: The Rock vs. Kurt Angle49:46 Sunday Night Heat Recap and OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 370 – Bash at the Beach 1999 “A Tidal Wave of Trash-Talkin', Body Slammin', Tsunami Fury” Rap is Crap 0:29 - Welcome 11:28 - BatB Opening 12:21 - Ernest “The Cat” Miller (w/ Sonny Onoo) vs Disco Inferno 18:00 - Rick Steiner vs Van Hammer for the WCW World Television Championship 23:04 - Dean Malenko vs David Flair (w/ “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair, Arn Anderson, Charles Robinson, Asya and Torrie Wilson) for the WCW United States Championship 26:56 - The West Texas Rednecks (Curt Hennig, Barry Windham, Bobby Duncum Jr, and Kendall Windham) vs the No Limit Soldiers (Rey Mysterio Jr, Konnan, Swoll and BA) (w/ 4x4 and Chase) in an Elimination match 34:54 - Junkyard Hardcore Invitational Match 42:49 – The Jersey Triad (Diamond Dallas Page, Bam Bam Bigelow, and Chris Kanyon) vs Chris Benoit and Perry Saturn for the WCW World Tag Team Championships 53:19 - Rowdy Roddy Piper (w/ “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair) vs Buff Bagwell in a Boxing match with Judge Mills Lane as the special guest referee 59:50 - Macho Man Randy Savage and Sid Vicious (w/ Team Madness (Gorgeous George, Madusa, and Miss Madness) vs Sting and Kevin Nash for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship 1:04:48 - Overall Thoughts 1:06:58 - Smarking It Up 1:16:06 - Ready to Rumble – Henry Aldrich Haunts a House (1943) 1:19:32 - Goodbyes Music from this week's show is “Blood Power” by Zack Tempest and “What Up Mach” by Jimmy Hart/Howard Helm Rate and review us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you find your podcasts Email – WrestlingHistoryX@gmail.com X – WrestlingHistoX

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani review the chaotic July 24, 2000 episode of Raw, taking place just one night after the critically acclaimed Fully Loaded pay per view event.Tommy Blacha opens up about the shifting backstage culture in WWF during the summer of 2000, explaining how corporate analytics and the lack of competition from WCW led management to second guess successful creative decisions. The guys also discuss the stark contrast between the relentless pacing of the Attitude Era and the commercial heavy broadcasts of modern wrestling television.Inside the ring, Mick Foley establishes new rules to keep The Rock under control, while Shane McMahon and Big Show form a shocking new alliance to destroy The Undertaker. Chris Jericho hunts down Triple H for a backstage brawl, and The Hardy Boyz, Edge, Christian, and The Dudley Boyz tear the house down in a massive triple threat match for the Tag Team Championship.Other major discussion points include:- Perry Saturn capturing the European Championship in a triple threat match against Eddie Guerrero and Dean Malenko.- The Godfather losing to Bull Buchanan after interference from Steven Richards.- Lita taking the fight to Trish Stratus and Stephanie McMahon in a strap match.- The massive main event featuring The Rock and Kane taking on Kurt Angle and Chris Benoit.- An analysis of the record breaking cable television ratings drawn by this specific episode of Raw.0:00 Intro 2:43 The Pacing of Old Raw vs. Modern WWE7:37 Tommy Blacha Misses Raw for WWF New York Meetings8:58 Mick Foley Adds a DQ Stipulation for The Rock17:04 Road Dogg vs. Steve Blackman21:03 Discussing the Downfall of WCW Nitro24:42 Triple H Arrives Late and Smashes Flowers28:22 Shane McMahon and Stephanie McMahon Confront Lita29:54 The Godfather vs. Bull Buchanan38:32 The Undertaker vs. Kurt Angle and Big Show's Heel Turn45:45 Chris Jericho and Triple H Brawl Backstage49:11 Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Taz52:55 The Hardy Boyz vs. Edge and Christian vs. The Dudley Boyz for the Tag Team Championship56:40 Lita vs. Trish Stratus in a Strap Match59:21 Main Event: The Rock and Kane vs. Kurt Angle and Chris Benoit1:02:24 The Massive Record Breaking Cable Ratings1:05:05 Backstage News: Big Show, Lilian Garcia, and TazFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are back to review the crucial "go-home" episode of SmackDown leading into Fully Loaded. Coming to you from the Nassau Coliseum on Long Island, this show perfectly sets the stage for Sunday's pay per view. Kurt Angle takes his feud with the American Badass to a shocking new level by pouring a mysterious smoking chemical all over The Undertaker's motorcycle and attacking his knee with a giant wrench.Mick Foley kicks off the show in his hometown to declare that The Rock can lose the WWF Championship by disqualification against Chris Benoit. This perfectly plays into the chaotic main event tag team match featuring The Rock and Chris Jericho taking on Triple H and Chris Benoit, where The Rock completely loses his cool.Other major discussion points include:Tommy Blacha talking about the differences between booking weekly television and major pay per views.Perry Saturn delivering a brutal post match beatdown on Chyna.Edge and Christian outsmarting the APA during a wild bar room brawl.Steve Blackman retaining the Hardcore Championship against Al Snow with a surprise assist from Tazz.The Godfather cutting a passionate promo against Steven Richards and the Right to Censor.0:00 Intro and Summer of Sam Hollywood Rewrites3:00 TV vs. Pay Per View Booking Formulas12:00 Mick Foley Adds a Stipulation for The Rock17:00 Chris Jericho Wants in the Club20:00 Dean Malenko vs. Eddie Guerrero vs. Perry Saturn27:00 Just Joe Instigates the APA30:00 Kurt Angle vs. Kane32:00 Steve Blackman vs. Al Snow for the Hardcore Championship34:00 Triple H's Autograph Mind Games36:00 Rikishi and The Hardy Boyz vs. Val Venis and T&A38:00 Edge and Christian Hunker Down at the Bar40:00 The Godfather Confronts Right to Censor45:00 Kurt Angle Destroys The Undertaker's Motorcycle48:00 The APA Bar Brawl52:00 Main Event: The Rock Loses His Cool54:00 Running Down the Fully Loaded Card and OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani rbreak down the July 17, 2000, episode of WWF RAW from the Pepsi Arena. We dive deep into arguably the most efficient (and longest!) opening segment in RAW history, featuring The Undertaker, Kane, Kurt Angle, and Triple H.Plus, we analyze The Rock's brutal backstage assault on Chris Benoit, Edge, and Christian, the shifting character of Val Venis, and Chris Jericho's desperate hunt for Triple H on the road to WWF Fully Loaded, this Sunday.Other major discussion points include:- Foley's Return: How the Hardcore Legend directed traffic for a massive 24-minute opener.- Main Event Madness: The Brothers of Destruction take on the fragile alliance of Triple H and Kurt Angle.- The Rise of Benoit: The Rock sells like a champ to put the "Rabid Wolverine" on the map.- Tazz is Back: The mood changes as Tazz sets his sights on Al Snow.00:00 – Intro and "Albany" vs "Al-bany" jokes03:45 – Addressing PMFG11 and the "House Show" booking philosophy07:20 – ECW Heat Wave 2000 and the XPW "shoot" incident in Los Angeles12:15 – The Jerry Lawler sound effect is taking over Rob's life15:30 – Segment 1: Mick Foley returns as Commissioner and the "USA" chant19:45 – The Undertaker demands Kurt Angle; Kane shows up with a "fixed" voice24:10 – The Rock interrupts and the Shane McMahon/Chris Benoit alliance27:50 – The Hardys vs. The Dudley Boyz31:15 – Lita takes the big ladder/table bump from Trish Stratus35:40 – The Godfather and the "RTC" (Right to Censor) debut with Steven Richards39:10 – Bull Buchanan joins the cause; discussing the "censorship" era42:55 – Triple H, Stephanie, and the Kurt Angle "hug"46:20 – T&A vs. The APA & The Rock49:35 – The Rock goes "unhinged" backstage and cleans house52:10 – Dean Malenko, Chyna, and Eddie Guerrero's romantic tension55:45 – Perry Saturn debuts the "Brainbuster to Tombstone" on the ramp58:30 – Main Event: The Undertaker & Kane vs. Triple H & Kurt Angle1:01:15 – Chris Jericho attacks; looking forward to Episode 100 and the Q&AFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to recap a night of massive upsets and "soft reboots." The episode is headlined by a shocker as the Brooklyn Brawler pins Triple H in a handicap match after Chris Jericho provides a timely distraction.We break down the scary, legitimate injury sustained by Hardcore Holly during a stiff match with Kurt Angle, where a chaotic moonsault resulted in a broken arm for the "Big Shot." Tommy Blacha provides the backstage scoop on Taz's "doghouse" status with management, the real-life logistics of the XFL launch, and why Vince McMahon reneged on his promise to give Mick Foley six months off. We also discuss the debut of the "Conchierto" and the emergence of Steven Richards as the moral authority of the Right to Censor.Other major discussion points include:- The Rock's Hollywood absence and his world premiere of "It Doesn't Matter" on TRL.- Kurt Angle's hilarious and accidental "milk" assault on the Undertaker's motorcycle.- Val Venis shocking Rikishi to capture the Intercontinental Championship.- Steve Blackman reclaiming his killer instinct (and the Hardcore Title) with a nunchuck assault.- Tommy Blacha shares his original pitch for a "Split Belt" gimmick for the women's division.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell!Follow Tales from the Attitude Era: Email: tftattitudera@gmail.com Instagram/TikTok/X: @TFTattitudeera0:00 - Intro 4:12 - Vince McMahon: The "Madman" at the helm5:32 - THE XFL HYPE12:16 - Bill Clinton and the 2000 political backdrop13:58 - Match 1: Chris Jericho vs. Kurt Angle (Stephanie intervene)18:46 - Kurt Angle sprays milk on Undertaker's bike21:50 - Why Foley returned from retirement early24:16 - Foley and Benoit Promo27:30 - Backstage: Triple H finds Angle's milk disaster28:46 - Match 2: The Dudley Boyz vs. Lo-Down (Chaz & D-Lo Brown)31:32 - Match 3: Dean Malenko vs. Ivory & Jacqueline (Handicap Match)33:20 - THE BELT SPLIT GIMMICK: Tommy's original pitch for the ladies36:06 - Match 4: Rikishi vs. Val Venis (Intercontinental Title Change)38:39 - Match 5: Steve Blackman vs. Big Boss Man (Hardcore Title)39:39 - Match 6: Undertaker & Kane vs. T&A (The Double Big Boot)40:32 - Who has the best Big Boot of all time? (The Bruiser Brody debate)41:52 - Match 7: Triple H vs. Kai En Tai & Brooklyn Brawler43:26 - THE UPSET: Brooklyn Brawler pins Triple H!45:25 - Jericho steals Triple H's limo to South Beach47:12 - Main Event: The Rock, Eddie & Chyna vs. Benoit, Edge & Christian50:38 - Sunday Night Heat: Al Snow vs. Essa Rios53:02 - Outro / Paul Bearer-Lawler impressionsFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Dungeon of Doom have an insurance policy for Halloween Havoc and it's trapped in a 13-ton block of ice. One of the most infamous debuts in wrestling history takes place during this episode of Nitro as The Yeti joins the fight to destroy Hulkamania. The Main Event picture continues to be overcrowded as Sting and Lex Luger team up against Harlem Heat but with Hulk Hogan, The Macho Man Randy Savage and The Giant all getting involved. The cruiserweights put on another showcase in a tag team match with Eddie Guerrero and Mr. JL teaming up to take on Chris Benoit and Dean Malenko.  Follow us on Instagram @GetItAgainPodcast Got 2 (or more) words for us? Email us at GetItAgainPodcast@gmail.com

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani head to the landlocked city of Orlando, Florida, to recap the July 3, 2000, episode of Monday Night Raw. This episode is legendary for one of the most iconic comedic moments in Attitude Era history: Mick Foley using The Rock's own catchphrase against him to deliver a massive "It doesn't matter how you feel!".We break down the "soft reboot" of the summer season as Foley settles into his role as Commissioner and begins stacking the deck against the McMahon-Helmsley Faction. Tommy Blacha shares behind-the-scenes stories about the relentless pace of the era, the transition of talent from WCW, and the lack of clean finishes. We also discuss the technical masterpiece of Chris Benoit vs. Eddie Guerrero and the legitimate heat generated by Kurt Angle's "dirty" Orlando insults.Other major discussion points include:- Shane McMahon being named the surprise #1 Contender for the WWF Championship.- Rikishi shocking the world by defeating Chris Benoit for the Intercontinental Title.- The emergence of the Right to Censor as Steven Richards targets the Godfather's ladies.- Tommy's memories of his own failed wrestling promotion and the "bitter lessons" of the business.0:00 - Intro 0:53 - Welcome to Orlando: The Landlocked Disney Trap3:50 - The "Story Building" Episode: Why clean finishes were rare5:20 - Elevating the Next Generation: Jericho, Angle, and Benoit8:45 - Tommy's "51/49" Mindset: The burnout of the relentless pace10:14 - Behind the Scenes: Foley's early return from retirement13:37 - Match 1: Eddie Guerrero vs. Chris Benoit 17:40 - The "Shades of Gray" Era: Why squash matches became passé24:10 - MICK FOLEY'S BIG MOMENT: "It doesn't matter how you feel!"31:15 - Match 2: Rikishi vs. Triple H (The "Swallows" Chant)34:00 - Backstage: Foley baits and switches Triple H36:00 - Match 3: Jeff Hardy vs. Val Venis (Taz Intervenes)39:00 - Rudy Giuliani at WWF New York41:00 - Match 4: Chris Jericho & The APA vs. DX (3-on-2 Handicap)44:00 - Edge & Christian's 4th of July sucking up to the Undertaker47:15 - Match 5: Undertaker & Kane vs. Edge & Christian (The Last Ride)48:30 - Match 6: Dean Malenko vs. Crash Holly (The Pop-up Powerbomb)50:35 - RIGHT TO CENSOR: Steven Richards targets the Godfather53:15 - Match 7: The Dudley Boyz vs. Kurt Angle & Brooklyn Brawler56:30 - Steve Blackman vs. The Posse: Jackie Chan style beatdown58:50 - The USA vs. Viacom Lawsuit: The $500 million shift1:03:00 - Main Event: The Rock vs. Shane McMahon1:05:35 - Chris Benoit joins the Faction1:06:01 - Outro Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a double Main Event with The Macho Man Randy Savage vs The Total Package Lex Luger and Ric Flair vs Arn Anderson but sandwiched in the middle is Dean Malenko vs Eddie Guerrero and the two debuting WCW cruiserweights steal the spotlight... until Hulk Hogan steals it back.  Follow us on Instagram @GetItAgainPodcast Got 2 (or more) words for us? Email us at GetItAgainPodcast@gmail.com

This week John Poz's TMPT welcomes into the show for the flagship episode, former AJPW Junior Heavyweight Champion, Joe Malenko. The former WCW ECW and AJPW superstar joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling career. Host John Poz and Joe talk about his breaking into the business, his dad Boris Malenko, his brother Dean Malenko, ECW, WCW, AJPW, Chris Jericho, training JBL, and so much more. Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are in Memphis at the Pyramid Arena to recap the final stop before King of the Ring 2000. The emotional center of the night features hometown hero Jerry Lawler leaving the announce table to join a mixed tag match and save The Kat from a two on one assault by Dean Malenko and Terry.We discuss the massive pop for the King and Tommy Blacha provides the backstage scoop on the real life relationship between Lawler and The Kat that fueled the segment. We also break down the chaotic main event where Vince McMahon pinned The Rock after a mocking billionaire's elbow. We dive into the chaotic Hardcore Championship shifts as Gerald Brisco and Pat Patterson trade the title using pipes and champagne bottles in the locker room.. Tommy Blacha provides the backstage scoop on the "bureaucracy of the fax machine" , the reality of filming segments on the fly, and the surprising history of the USA Network match-refusal lawsuits.. We also discuss why the McMahon-Helmsley Faction was reaching "steak and potatoes" fatigue and how the roster's incredible technical ability saved a show filled with questionable booking.We also talk about:The Rock's promo referencing Albert and a "pierced anus".The Dudley Boyz putting announcer Tony Chimel through a table after a series of mic failures.Lita and Trish Stratus taking their mixed-gender rivalry to new heights with a Swanton Bomb/moonsault combination.Jerry Lee Lewis in the front row and the historical context of Vince McMahon's future "Great Balls of Fire" legal battles.0:00 - Intro4:13 - The McMahon-Helmsley Faction & Main Event Fatigue6:55 - Setting the Bait-and-Switch10:04 - WWF.com and Early Internet Wrestling Culture14:34 - Mixed Gender Tag: The Hardies & Lita vs. T&A & Trish17:19 - Hardcore Title Hijinks & Jerry Lee Lewis18:16 - King of the Ring Tournament Brackets21:17 - Too Cool vs. Edge & Christian: The Fat Elvis Pose26:05 - The "Big D" & The Women's Locker Room27:42 - Eddie Guerrero vs. Big Boss Man33:55 - Rikishi vs. Chris Benoit: Intercontinental Title Change37:05 - Y2J vs. Hardcore Holly & Stephanie's Interference38:30 - The King Returns: Jerry Lawler in Memphis41:40 - The Dudleys & The Table for Tony Chimel42:58 - The Evening Gown Match is Born47:01 - Main Event: The Gauntlet Handicap Match54:11 - The Business of Wrestling: Lawsuits and Networks1:03:05 - The Sci-Fi Channel & Final ThoughtsFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are back in the Windy City (or at least Rosemont) to recap a star-studded June 15, 2000 episode of SmackDown. The headline is the guest appearance of Samuel L. Jackson as Shaft! We break down the surreal crossover segments in Time Square and WWE New York, including the legendary moment where Shaft offers to "protect the booty" of Hardcore Champion Crash Holly.Tommy Blacha provides unique insight into the "on-the-fly" nature of the Shaft shoot and what it was like working with a Hollywood A-lister at the peak of his powers. We also discuss the acoustics of the old Rosemont Horizon, the mystery of The Undertaker's sudden arrest for "carjacking," and why Vince McMahon thought Dean Malenko needed to be paired with the Godfather's ladies to get over.Other major discussion points include:- The Dudley Boyz taking a 10-foot plunge off the stage inside a tied-up dumpster.- The Rock, Undertaker, and Kane dealing with a new high-stakes stipulation for their King of the Ring main event.- Lita carving her own path: How her legitimate in-ring ability in Mexico and Mexico's CMLL forced WWE to take the women's division seriously.- The ongoing "Faction vs. Regime" branding war and Triple H's questionable grammar.- Chris Jericho getting "splashed" by a bucket of water from Stephanie McMahon.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and tell your enemies about us!Follow Tales from the Attitude Era: Email: tftattitudera@gmail.com Instagram/TikTok/X: @TFTattitudeera0:00 - Intro1:40 - The "Stay Out" Bar and Rosemont's 23-hour liquor laws3:54 - WWE Post-Production: Making Linda McMahon sound dramatic6:55 - Match 1: Edge vs. Grandmaster Sexay (KOTR Qualifier)7:50 - Stone Phillips in the front row / Celebrity cameo talk10:42 - McMahon-Helmsley promo: The new KOTR stipulation17:03 - Crash Holly, Brisco, & Patterson take Time Square17:53 - Match 2: The Hardys vs. T&A / Lita makes the save19:54 - Lita's rise: From a bus to Mexico to the Attitude Era21:19 - Undertaker arrested for carjacking / Spitting tobacco on Bull Buchanan23:21 - Match 3: D-Lo Brown vs. Scotty 2 Hotty (KOTR Qualifier)24:00 - Match 4: Kane vs. Chris Benoit (The "Smart Mark Waiver" finish)25:44 - Edge & Christian's "Mom" drama / Faction vs. Regime debate27:56 - Vince McMahon and the XFL Chicago press conference28:34 - Match 5: Dudley Boyz vs. Edge & Christian29:42 - THE DUMPSTER SPOT: The Dudleys tossed off the stage32:14 - Match 6: Chris Jericho vs. Bull Buchanan 33:42 - Is Jericho being "Herbed"? The verb defined34:57 - Pat Patterson wants to go to the leather clubs35:58 - Val Venis vs. Rikishi brawl / The vicious chair shot39:19 - SAMUEL L. JACKSON meets Crash Holly43:00 - The Sweet 16 King of the Ring Brackets revealed44:20 - The Rock Scooby-Doo promo: "It doesn't matter!"45:23 - Shaft drops Pat Patterson at WWE New York47:02 - Main Event: The Rock vs. Kurt Angle48:22 - Stephanie throws a bucket of water / The Schmoz finish49:42 - Servicing the live crowd energy vs. repetitive booking53:04 - Sunday Night Heat Recap: Benoit, Jericho, and Hardcore Holly57:27 - Outro Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani head to St. Louis to recap the June 12, 2000, episode of RAW is WAR! This show is remembered for a legendary (and unintentional) high-stakes moment involving the Chairman himself.We break down the chaotic Tables Match where a 54-year-old Vince McMahon took a frightening spill off the shoulders of Bubba Ray Dudley, falling from the top rope all the way to the arena floor. Tommy Blacha shares what it was like backstage watching the boss take such a dangerous bump and how the performers reacted in the moment.We also dive into the beginning of one of the Attitude Era's most entertaining dynamics: the subtle, quirky chemistry between Kurt Angle and Stephanie McMahon. From their accidental hallway bumps to that infamous celebratory hug, we discuss how this storyline sparked one of the biggest pushes in the company.Other highlights include:- Linda McMahon returns as CEO to school the faction, forcing The Rock, Undertaker, and Kane into an uneasy alliance.- Triple H wins a grueling title defense against Chris Jericho.- The McMahon-Helmsley faction's psychological warfare as they unmask Kane in a dark locker room.- Lita debuting her iconic Team Xtreme look while chasing Stephanie McMahon for the WWF Women's Championship.- Crash Holly finally reclaiming the Hardcore Championship from Gerald Brisco.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell!0:00 - Intro1:40 - St. Louis: A pay-per-view quality town9:11 - The Rock, Triple H, and the "three-foot nose" promo10:45 - Linda McMahon returns as the "Mom of the WWF"14:10 - The "Attractive Janet Reno" line and the Delaware lawsuit21:30 - Off-season booking and the road to SummerSlam25:40 - Dean Malenko and the Godfather's ladies28:20 - Stephanie McMahon vs. Lita (WWF Women's Championship)31:40 - Kurt Angle & Stephanie McMahon's subtle chemistry begins34:10 - The serendipity of the Kurt/Stephanie hug35:45 - The McMahon-Helmsley faction unmasks Kane40:50 - Too Cool vs. T&A / Rikishi saves the day42:50 - Match: Bubba & D-Von vs. Shane & Vince McMahon (Tables Match)48:20 - Undertaker steals a sedan to chase Bull Buchanan50:15 - Crash Holly vs. Gerald Brisco (Hardcore Championship)51:40 - Triple H vs. Chris Jericho (WWF Championship)58:40 - Kane vs. The Rock1:05:20 - Final Thoughts: The freefall of WCW and Goldberg's heel turn1:15:20 - OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a brief break, A Work In Progress is back for the new year, continuing our journey through the final days of WCW. This week's episode opens on a somber note as we share some sad news with our listeners before turning our attention to WCW Souled Out from January 16, 2000.On the card, Billy Kidman goes one-on-one with Dean Malenko, Vampiro faces David Flair and Crowbar in a handicap match, The Mamalukes take on the Harris Brothers, and—yes, this actually happened—Oklahoma challenges Madusa for the Cruiserweight Championship. It's WCW in 2000, and it's every bit as chaotic as you'd expect.All of this and much more on this week's episode of AWIPOD.Additionally, as we prepare for the Glenn Abbott Memorial Rumble on Saturday, January 17, we invite anyone who knew Glenn to send in a written, audio, or video message to awipodwrestling@gmail.com. Your messages will be shared during the tribute show as we honor a friend who will never be forgotten.RIP Glenn Abbott — deeply missed by all who knew him.

With This Ring #75: Armageddon  Cindy and Ryan are back again to wrap up the year 2000. In this episode we cover the quick turnaround from Survivor Series to Armageddon and the very half-hazard build to the main event, which seems to be just put the big 3 matches from last month into one big match this week. Does it work? We'll discuss all this and more: We start with the re-emergence of Vince McMahon and him demanding a divorce from Linda and the Rock making fun of all his opponents. We discuss the new direction for Dean Malenko and his infatuation with Lita. William Regal making fun of Alabama. Chris Jericho continues his feud with Kane. We see the end of the title reigns of both the RTC and Billy Gunn, marking the end of Billy as any serious type of single's threat. The APA is back, hooray! The 6 Way living up to its hype and how much can 1 match carry a show? Christmas Raw, with an Angle Family Christmas. Stone Cold feuding with Stephanie and getting a World title match. Vince McMahon and a budding relationship with Trish Stratus. All this and much more. Enjoy!

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani head north to Vancouver for the May 29, 2000, episode of RAW is WAR! It's a Memorial Day classic featuring one of the hottest (and most anti-American) crowds of the year.We break down the massive return of Kane, who interrupts a chaotic lumberjack brawl between The Rock, Undertaker, and the McMahon-Helmsley Faction. Plus, Too Cool shocks the world by defeating Edge & Christian for the Tag Team Titles with help from Kid Rock's hype man, Joe C!We also dive into:- Kurt Angle's legendary nuclear heat promo insulting Ben Johnson, the Grizzlies, and Canadian healthcare.- A discussion on WWE's history with Canadian customs and immigration lawyers.- The "Cold Spot" match that the crowd ignored to chant for "Puppies."- Chris Benoit vs. Hardcore Holly in an incredibly stiff bout.- The mystery of who is attacking Vince McMahon, Road Dogg, and Pat Patterson backstage.- The Kat returns to join The Godfather and Dean Malenko.Join us for a breakdown of a pivotal RAW on the road to King of the Ring 2000! Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell!0:00 - Intro 3:40 - Tommy's Story: WWE vs. Canadian Customs6:00 - Writing the King of the Ring Tournament (Pencil vs. Ink)11:00 - Undertaker's "American Badass" Entrance & Theme Music13:15 - McMahon-Helmsley Faction Promo / Undertaker & Rock Interrupt19:00 - Match 1: The Godfather, Dean Malenko & The Kat vs. Perry Saturn, D'Lo Brown & Terri24:44 - Edge & Christian meet Joe C 26:15 - Kurt Angle's Nuclear Heat Promo32:59 - Match 2: Eddie Guerrero vs. Kurt Angle (European Title)34:46 - Mystery Attacker Storyline: Road Dogg taken out35:47 - The "Short" 5-Second Pose36:16 - Match 3: Too Cool vs. Edge & Christian (Tag Team Titles)39:00 - TOO COOL WIN THE TITLES!41:03 - Was Joe C's Involvement "Annoying"? (Meltzer vs. Reality)43:00 - "Belt" vs. "Championship" / Forbidden Words44:30 - Vince McMahon Attacked / "Austin" Chants45:09 - Match 4: Rikishi vs. Shane McMahon (KOTR Qualifier)47:16 - Backstage: Stephanie, T&A, and Val Venis49:35 - Match 5: Chris Jericho & The Hardy Boyz vs. Val Venis, Test & Albert53:33 - Hardcore Holly & Chris Benoit Promo ("US Sucks" Chants)54:41 - Match 6: Chris Benoit vs. Hardcore Holly57:25 - Match 7: Bull Buchanan vs. Steve Blackman (The "Cold Spot")58:40 - The Crowd Ignores the Match for "Puppies"1:00:47 - Pat Patterson Attacked (The Coffee Spill)1:02:54 - Edge & Christian Stuff Joe C in a Trash Can1:03:37 - Main Event Segment: Rock & Undertaker vs. The Regime1:06:51 - KANE RETURNS!1:08:30 - Teasing a Fatal Four-Way?1:10:45 - Final Thoughts & OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani head north to Vancouver for the May 29, 2000, episode of RAW is WAR! It's a Memorial Day classic featuring one of the hottest (and most anti-American) crowds of the year.We break down the massive return of Kane, who interrupts a chaotic lumberjack brawl between The Rock, Undertaker, and the McMahon-Helmsley Faction. Plus, Too Cool shocks the world by defeating Edge & Christian for the Tag Team Titles with help from Kid Rock's hype man, Joe C!We also dive into:- Kurt Angle's legendary nuclear heat promo insulting Ben Johnson, the Grizzlies, and Canadian healthcare.- A discussion on WWE's history with Canadian customs and immigration lawyers.- The "Cold Spot" match that the crowd ignored to chant for "Puppies."- Chris Benoit vs. Hardcore Holly in an incredibly stiff bout.- The mystery of who is attacking Vince McMahon, Road Dogg, and Pat Patterson backstage.- The Kat returns to join The Godfather and Dean Malenko.Join us for a breakdown of a pivotal RAW on the road to King of the Ring 2000! Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell!0:00 - Intro 3:40 - Tommy's Story: WWE vs. Canadian Customs6:00 - Writing the King of the Ring Tournament (Pencil vs. Ink)11:00 - Undertaker's "American Badass" Entrance & Theme Music13:15 - McMahon-Helmsley Faction Promo / Undertaker & Rock Interrupt19:00 - Match 1: The Godfather, Dean Malenko & The Kat vs. Perry Saturn, D'Lo Brown & Terri24:44 - Edge & Christian meet Joe C 26:15 - Kurt Angle's Nuclear Heat Promo32:59 - Match 2: Eddie Guerrero vs. Kurt Angle (European Title)34:46 - Mystery Attacker Storyline: Road Dogg taken out35:47 - The "Short" 5-Second Pose36:16 - Match 3: Too Cool vs. Edge & Christian (Tag Team Titles)39:00 - TOO COOL WIN THE TITLES!41:03 - Was Joe C's Involvement "Annoying"? (Meltzer vs. Reality)43:00 - "Belt" vs. "Championship" / Forbidden Words44:30 - Vince McMahon Attacked / "Austin" Chants45:09 - Match 4: Rikishi vs. Shane McMahon (KOTR Qualifier)47:16 - Backstage: Stephanie, T&A, and Val Venis49:35 - Match 5: Chris Jericho & The Hardy Boyz vs. Val Venis, Test & Albert53:33 - Hardcore Holly & Chris Benoit Promo ("US Sucks" Chants)54:41 - Match 6: Chris Benoit vs. Hardcore Holly57:25 - Match 7: Bull Buchanan vs. Steve Blackman (The "Cold Spot")58:40 - The Crowd Ignores the Match for "Puppies"1:00:47 - Pat Patterson Attacked (The Coffee Spill)1:02:54 - Edge & Christian Stuff Joe C in a Trash Can1:03:37 - Main Event Segment: Rock & Undertaker vs. The Regime1:06:51 - KANE RETURNS!1:08:30 - Teasing a Fatal Four-Way?1:10:45 - Final Thoughts & OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a very creepy Christmas as Harley and Em are joined by Andey Ripley & Irving West of Glitter Bomb nominated tag team C.R.E.E.P.S.!  They each choose a Christmas wrestling match from a different decade and a different promotion to watch and discuss including: Lord Steven Regal vs. Dean Malenko for the WCW Television Championship WCW Monday Nitro (12/23/96)   a 9-Knockout Santa's Workshop street fight TNA Impact! (12/20/07)   a 12-Diva Jingle Belles match WWE Raw (12/23/13)   Timeless Love Bombs vs. The MegaProblems in a hardcore holiday deathmatch AEW Dynamite (12/3/25)

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani review the May 25, 2000, episode of SmackDown from Evansville, Indiana. The McMahon-Helmsley faction is running scared as The Undertaker returns to SmackDown on his motorcycle, chasing Vince, Shane, and Brisco throughout the arena!We also discuss Tommy's growing burnout during this period and his realization that he needed to make an "exit plan" from the chaotic world of WWF creative.Plus, we break down:- The Rock's hilarious segment where he whispers a "secret" to Vince McMahon before slapping him in the face.- Kurt Angle, Edge, and Christian delivering "Cheap Heat PLUS" by mocking Bobby Knight and the Indiana Pacers.- The official formation of Team Xtreme as the Hardy Boyz save Lita from a powerbomb by Essa Rios.- Chyna looking dominant in a Tag Team Title match against Edge & Christian.- Crash Holly continuing his feud with the APA, ruining their beer and paying the price.- A messy finish involving The Godfather, Dean Malenko, and Perry Saturn.Join us for another deep dive into the peak of the Attitude Era!Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell!0:00 - Intro1:18 - Tommy's Burnout: Why He Started Planning His Exit8:06 - Welcome to Evansville: The "Roberts Municipal Stadium"9:13 - Discussing Crowd Sweetening on SmackDown11:46 - Undertaker's Return Recap & Re-establishing His Dominance15:32 - The Undertaker Chases the McMahons with a Motorcycle!21:01 - Vince McMahon Confronts The Undertaker25:12 - Match 1: Eddie Guerrero & Chyna vs. Edge & Christian (Tag Titles)28:57 - Crash Holly Ruins the APA's Beer29:40 - Match 2: Faarooq vs. Crash Holly (Hardcore Match)30:18 - Match 3: Chris Jericho vs. Hardcore Holly vs. Val Venis (No. 1 Contender)34:52 - The Rock Slaps Vince McMahon!37:03 - Match 4: Matt Hardy vs. Essa Rios39:54 - The Hardyz Save Lita / Birth of Team Xtreme42:04 - Backstage: Triple H volunteers Shane to fight Undertaker42:47 - Match 5: The Dudley Boyz & Too Cool vs. T&A & DX48:11 - The "Too Cool" Dance Party (with The Dudleyz!)50:23 - Match 6: Kurt Angle vs. Chris Benoit52:06 - Match 7: Bull Buchanan vs. Al Snow53:48 - Backstage: Vince is Proud of Shane's "Grapefruits"54:19 - Match 8: The Undertaker vs. Shane McMahon55:36 - The Rock Returns to Help Undertaker!56:49 - Sunday Night Heat Recap: Dean Malenko & The Hoes59:23 - Final Thoughts & OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani review the May 22, 2000, episode of RAW is WAR from Indianapolis. It's the fallout from Judgment Day, and while Triple H is the new champion, The Rock is on a warpath!In a candid moment, Tommy reveals that this was the specific week he first considered quitting the WWF creative team due to burnout and the chaotic backstage environment. We discuss the mindset of the writing team during this period and how the "machine" kept rolling despite the lack of long-term planning.We also dive into:- The Rock's hilarious and violent assault on Vince McMahon, culminating in him smashing a trash can lid over Vince's head inside a limo.- The Raw debut of The American Badass Undertaker and his new biker persona.- Kurt Angle's hilarious "cheap heat" promo on the Indiana Pacers and Bobby Knight.- The odd pairing of Edge, Christian, and Kurt Angle forming a comedic heel alliance.- A controversial intergender match where Dean Malenko pins Chyna after a rose-based distraction.- Hardcore Holly delivering one of the stiffest chair shots of the era to Chris Benoit.Join us for a fascinating look behind the curtain at a pivotal time in WWF history, both on-screen and in the writer's room.0:00 - Intro / "The Day After Judgment Day"1:27 - Tommy Reveals: "I Think I'm Going to Leave Wrestling"5:03 - The Burnout of Writing for the Attitude Era13:20 - The Revolving Door of WWE Writers15:03 - RAW Recap Starts: No Recap Video?!21:56 - Vince McMahon's Opening Promo25:28 - The Rock DESTROYS Vince McMahon & His Limo!29:59 - Trish Stratus & T&A Promo31:50 - Match 1: The Hardy Boyz vs. T&A (w/ Trish Stratus)32:53 - Backstage: D'Lo Brown Returns & Wants TV Time36:55 - Match 2: Eddie Guerrero vs. D'Lo Brown (European Title)39:18 - The Rock Attacks DX Backstage39:36 - Kurt Angle, Edge & Christian Mock Indiana (Cheap Heat!)42:02 - The "Bobby Knight" 5-Second Pose42:21 - Match 3: Kurt Angle, Edge & Christian vs. Too Cool & Rikishi42:51 - Rikishi's Stink Face Hygiene Question45:18 - WWE in Business Week Magazine47:35 - Shane McMahon Arrives & Gets Attacked by The Rock49:22 - Match 4: Val Venis vs. Chris Benoit49:54 - Hardcore Holly KILLS Benoit with a Chair Shot52:19 - Chris Jericho Attacks Hardcore Holly52:43 - Match 5: The Dudley Boyz vs. Boss Man & Bull Buchanan53:34 - Crash Holly Demands a Refund from the APA54:43 - Match 6: Crash Holly vs. Bradshaw (Hardcore Match)55:07 - Triple H & The Rock Backstage Reveal55:38 - Shawn Michaels Denies Screwing The Rock56:34 - Essa Rios dumps Lita for The Godfather's Hoes57:28 - Match 7: The Godfather & Essa Rios vs. Dean Malenko & Perry Saturn58:43 - Lita Turns on Essa Rios!59:17 - Main Event Promo: The Rock vs. Triple H?1:01:25 - The Undertaker Returns on RAW!1:02:08 - The Rock Puts Triple H Through a Table1:03:52 - Final Thoughts: The "Hold Pattern" Era1:08:35 - Fan Feedback & OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani review one of the greatest pay-per-views of the year: Judgment Day 2000! The main event is a historic 60-Minute Iron Man Match between The Rock and Triple H for the WWF Championship, with the returning Shawn Michaels as the special guest referee.The night ends in absolute chaos with the shock return of The Undertaker, debuting his new "American Badass" persona! We break down the controversial finish that saw Triple H regain the title despite being decimated by the Deadman.We also dive into:- Chris Benoit vs. Chris Jericho in a brutal Submission Match for the Intercontinental Title.- Eddie Guerrero & Chyna taking on Dean Malenko & Perry Saturn for the European Championship.- Edge, Christian and Kurt Angle in an awesome opener against Too Cool and Rikishi.- Shane McMahon facing The Big Show in a Falls Count Anywhere match that features a massive cinder block spot.- Gerald Brisco's ongoing journey as Hardcore ChampionJoin us as we break down a near-perfect pay-per-view that featured incredible wrestling, massive returns, and peak Attitude Era storytelling.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell!0:00 - Intro / "Dead Man Walking" 0:46 - Welcome to Tales from the Attitude Era (Judgment Day 2000) 1:14 - Debate: "Premium Live Event" vs. "Pay-Per-View" 3:08 - The Unique Format of Sunday Night Heat 7:14 - Louisville, KY: A Hot Wrestling Crowd (OVW Territory) 8:15 - Why the Iron Man Match Format Works So Well 12:08 - Intro Video & Backstage with the McMahon-Helmsley Faction 14:02 - Shawn Michaels Arrives in Short Shorts 14:25 - Match 1: Too Cool & Rikishi vs. Edge, Christian & Kurt Angle 17:40 - The Iconic "Jug Band" 5-Second Pose 21:17 - The Massive Pop for The Worm 22:45 - The Controversy of the Finish (Did Edge Kick Out?)25:21 - Backstage Interview: Is HBK Trustworthy? 28:00 - Match 2: Eddie Guerrero vs. Perry Saturn vs. Dean Malenko (European Title) 33:53 - Match 3: Shane McMahon vs. The Big Show (Falls Count Anywhere) 41:57 - Match 4: Chris Jericho vs. Chris Benoit (Submission Match for IC Title) 44:55 - Wrestlers Working While Sick (The Flu Game) 51:24 - Match 5: DX vs. The Dudley Boyz (Tables Match) 55:56 - Main Event: The Rock vs. Triple H (60-Minute Iron Man Match) 1:07:03 - THE UNDERTAKER RETURNS! (American Badass Debut) 1:13:21 - Was This The Best PPV of the Year? 1:16:49 - Final Thoughts & What's Next on RAW Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani head to Detroit for the May 18, 2000, episode of SmackDown! It's the final stop before Judgment Day, and the McMahon-Helmsley regime is pulling out all the stops with a main event stipulation that defies logic: a Lumberjack Handicap Tables Match featuring The Rock & The Dudley Boyz vs. DX & The McMahon-Helmsley Faction.Vince McMahon delivers a scathing promo about "inferior DNA," while Edge, Christian, and Kurt Angle generate nuclear heat in Detroit by mocking the Red Wings. We also see the apparent end of The Radicals as Dean Malenko and Perry Saturn come to blows, and Big Show returns to his "angry giant" persona.We also dive into:- Gerald Brisco defending "women's rights" after putting Bubba Ray Dudley through a table.- The Godfather showing off his surprising technical wrestling skills against Chris Benoit.- Chyna defeating Dean Malenko in an intergender match, further elevating her status.- A debate on the effectiveness of "cheap heat" in pro wrestling promos.- Crash Holly's continued saga as the sleep-deprived Hardcore Champion, protected by the APA.Join us as we break down a fun, fast-paced go-home show that set the stage for the Iron Man Match at Judgment Day.0:00 - Intro 0:57 - Welcome & Episode Overview (SmackDown 5/18/00)1:36 - Side Tangent: Retro Soviet Olympic Gear3:53 - Discussing the "Go-Home" Show Vibe4:53 - Match 1: The Dudley Boyz vs. T&A (w/ Shane & Brisco)8:52 - Gerald Brisco & Trish Stratus celebrate9:22 - Match 2: The Godfather vs. Chris Benoit12:02 - Benoit & Jericho set up their Submission Match12:54 - The McMahon-Helmsley "Faction" Promo18:15 - Vince announces the ridiculous Main Event stipulation22:07 - Crash Holly hires the APA for protection23:53 - Match 3: Kurt Angle vs. Scotty 2 Hotty25:11 - Fan Mail Debate: Does "Cheap Heat" work on TV?28:56 - Match 4: Dean Malenko vs. Chyna32:35 - Saturn interferes; The Radicals implode36:35 - The APA Bar Fight Vignette38:50 - Eddie & Chyna's chemistry40:32 - Match 5: Eddie Guerrero vs. Perry Saturn (European Title)44:21 - Joe C visits the APA (RIP Joe C)46:16 - Match 6: Big Show runs the Gauntlet (vs. T&A, Boss Man, etc.)52:18 - Gerald Brisco tiptoes through the APA office53:53 - Match 7: Crash Holly vs. Brisco & Patterson (Hardcore Title)55:24 - The Rock Promo: "Just Bring It!"56:56 - Main Event: The Rock & Dudley Boyz vs. DX & McMahons (Lumberjack Handicap Tables Match)1:00:07 - X-Pac puts himself through a table!1:01:42 - Final Thoughts & On to Judgment Day1:08:36 - Outro Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani review the wild, go-home episode of RAW is WAR from May 15, 2000! The Rock makes his triumphant return from filming The Mummy Returns and immediately accepts Triple H's challenge for a 60-Minute Iron Man Match at Judgment Day.The show kicks off with the massive surprise return of Shawn Michaels, who resigns as commissioner and inserts himself as the special guest referee for the Judgment Day main event. Later, The Rock is forced into a Submission Match against Chris Benoit, which ends when Vince McMahon orders the timekeeper to ring the bell in a stunning "Montreal Screwjob" replay. The night ends with a massive brawl, culminating in The Rock putting Triple H through the announce table.We also dive into:- Tori getting her revenge by putting Bubba Ray Dudley through a table!- A Godfather's "Hoe" winning the Hardcore Championship... for a few seconds.- Big Show's continued hunt for Shane McMahon, which ends with Shane being thrown into the set.- The real-life heat between The Rock and Shawn Michaels.- Dean Malenko accidentally clotheslining Chyna, causing more friction among the Radicals.Join us as we break down an action-packed Raw that perfectly set the stage for one of the most anticipated main events of the year.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell!0:00 - Intro / The Rock is Back!3:00 - The Surprise Return of Shawn Michaels!7:05 - Tommy's backstage perspective on HBK's return12:29 - Shawn Michaels' promo: Resigns as Commissioner14:15 - HBK named Special Guest Referee for Judgment Day16:35 - DX arrives, just misses HBK20:36 - Big Show is looking for Shane20:56 - Match 1: Dudley Boyz vs. Head Cheese (Al Snow & Steve Blackman)22:50 - Stephanie McMahon & Kurt Angle Promo26:25 - Match 2: Rikishi vs. Kurt Angle (w/ Edge & Christian)27:14 - Match 3: Godfather vs. Crash Holly (Hardcore Title)29:01 - A "Hoe" Wins the Hardcore Championship! 30:23 - McMahon-Helmsley Faction Promo31:47 - The Rock Returns to RAW!33:30 - The Real-Life Heat Between The Rock & Shawn Michaels35:40 - Discussing the 60-Minute Iron Man Match Stipulation39:15 - Match 4: Hardcore Holly vs. Chris Jericho (Hardcore Match)40:49 - Big Show Hunts for Shane in a Limo41:16 - Match 5: Big Show vs. T&A (w/ Shane, Trish & Brisco)44:25 - Shane gets thrown into the WWF.com sign44:52 - Match 6: Eddie Guerrero & Chyna vs. Dean Malenko & Perry Saturn47:04 - Chyna accidentally low-blows Eddie48:39 - Match 7: Edge & Christian vs. APA vs. The Hardy Boyz52:12 - Main Event Setup: The Rock vs. Chris Benoit (Submission Match)54:15 - The Montreal Screwjob 2.0: Vince screws The Rock55:55 - Post-Match Brawl: Rock puts Triple H Through a Table!57:47 - The Undertaker's Impending Return (Meltzer Notes)1:00:21 - Final Thoughts & Show Rating1:01:48 - Q&A Tease & OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the WCW Nitro Podcast, the crew breaks down the January 22, 1996 edition of Monday Nitro. They dive into the big moments of the night—from the intense World Heavyweight Championship clash between Macho Man Randy Savage and Ric Flair, to Brian Pillman's transformation into the unpredictable “Loose Cannon.” They also revisit the tag team title bout with Sting and Lex Luger taking on Harlem Heat, and the polarizing main event featuring Hulk Hogan vs. One Man Gang. The hosts share their thoughts on the matches, characters, and ongoing storylines, all while setting the stage for the upcoming Clash of the Champions. It's a nostalgic look back at a defining moment in WCW history.Chapters00:00 Introduction to WCW Nitro Podcast01:19 Macho Man vs. Ric Flair: A Classic Showdown12:04 Dean Malenko vs. Brian Pillman: The Rise of the Loose Cannon18:31 Tag Team Championship: Sting and Lex Luger vs. Harlem Heat21:44 Main Event: Hulk Hogan vs. One Man Gang27:33 The Evolution of Wrestling Characters30:21 Dark Matches and Their Impact33:21 Reflections on Wrestling's Golden Era36:40 Comparing Monday Night Shows40:17 Pop Culture and Wrestling Intersections

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, Rob and former WWF writer Tommy head to Richmond, VA – Earl Hebner's hometown – for the May 4, 2000 episode of SmackDown! Fresh off The Rock's historic WWF Title win at Backlash and a record-setting RAW, the McMahon-Helmsley regime stacks the deck once again.Vince McMahon forces The Rock to defend his newly won championship in a seemingly impossible main event: The Rock must team with referee Earl Hebner against Triple H, X-Pac, and Road Dogg. If either The Rock OR Hebner is pinned, The Rock loses the title! The episode follows Hebner's journey from referee to reluctant competitor, culminating in a chaotic, star-studded finale.We also dive into:Chris Jericho capturing the Intercontinental Championship from Chris Benoit under controversial circumstances involving Earl Hebner.The continuation of the Eddie Guerrero/Chyna vs. Essa Rios/Lita feud with an intergender tag match.The apparent breakup of The Radicals after Dean Malenko and Perry Saturn come to blows during a Hardcore Title defense involving Crash Holly.Stephanie McMahon confronting The Dudley Boyz about putting women through tables.Big Show debuting another questionable impersonation before seemingly turning face.Join us as we break down a fun, action-packed SmackDown that kept the post-Backlash momentum going strong, featuring great midcard wrestling and tons of Attitude Era chaos.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, Rob Pasbani and former WWF writer Tommy Blacha are joined by special guest, comedian and pro wrestler Peter Angelo (@metalpetecomedy), to review one of the greatest pay-per-views of the era: Backlash 2000!This is the epic culmination of the WrestleMania fallout, where The Rock finally gets his one-on-one match against Triple H for the WWF Championship. The main event explodes into chaos with interference from the entire McMahon family, Patterson & Brisco, and the monumental return of Stone Cold Steve Austin, who helps The Rock finally reclaim the gold.We also dive into:- The hilarious and unforgettable sight of The Big Show impersonating Hulk Hogan to face Kurt Angle.- The satisfying payoff to a month-long storyline as The Dudley Boyz finally put Trish Stratus through a table.- A technical wrestling classic for the Intercontinental Title between Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit.- A fantastic, star-making performance from Dean Malenko and Scotty 2 Hotty for the Light Heavyweight Championship.- Lita getting her revenge on Chyna by stripping her down to her bra and panties in the middle of the ring.Join us for a deep dive into a pay-per-view that delivered on all fronts, from incredible in-ring action to unforgettable Attitude Era moments.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The It Doesn't Matter Podcast, the crew pays tribute to the legendary Eddie Guerrero, celebrating his lasting impact on professional wrestling. From his technical clinic with Dean Malenko at Starrcade 1997 to his unforgettable transformation into “Latino Heat” and his dynamic partnership with Chyna, Eddie's evolution is explored in depth. The hosts also reflect on his heartfelt promo leading up to No Way Out 04, capturing the emotion behind his WWE Championship victory and the historic moment he shared with Chris Benoit.The conversation continues with a look back at Eddie's intense steel cage match with JBL, his emotional final feud with Batista, and the ways his passion, charisma, and in-ring psychology continue to inspire today's wrestlers. This episode is a heartfelt celebration of Eddie Guerrero's legacy—one of wrestling's most beloved and influential icons.#EddieGuerrero #LatinoHeat #WWELegend #VivaLaRaza #WrestleMania20 #WWE #WrestlingPodcast #TheItDoesntMatterPodcast #ProWrestling #Chyna #JBL #Batista #DeanMalenko #EddieGuerreroTributeChapters00:00 Paying Tribute to Eddie Guerrero02:39 The Legacy of Eddie Guerrero05:36 Starrcade 1997 Match Analysis08:19 Eddie Guerrero's Heel Turn10:52 The Evolution of Latino Heat13:38 Eddie Guerrero and Chyna's Storyline16:20 Real Life Struggles and Triumphs19:23 The Impact of Eddie's Promo22:00 Conclusion: Eddie Guerrero's Lasting Influence31:43 The Weight of Sacrifice32:18 Chasing Dreams and Titles33:02 Family Ties and Redemption34:16 The Meaning of Championships36:22 WrestleMania 20: A Historic Moment38:12 Classic Matches: Eddie vs. Kurt40:02 Controversial Finishes and Legacy41:26 Emotional Moments in Wrestling44:32 Eddie's Final Feuds and Matches01:00:10 The Road to WrestleMania: Eddie Guerrero's Legacy01:03:06 Lessons from Eddie Guerrero for Modern Wrestlers01:06:20 Dominic Mysterio: The Evolution of a Wrestler01:10:24 Looking Ahead: No Mercy 2002 Preview

Rob and former WWF writer Tommy review the final stop before Backlash: the April 27, 2000, episode of SmackDown! The entire show is built around one massive question: is Stone Cold Steve Austin really in the building?The McMahon-Helmsley faction spends the night on a frantic hunt for Austin, falling for a series of pranks and red herrings. It all leads to an explosive conclusion where Stone Cold makes his epic return via the TitanTron to destroy the DX Express with a crane, sending a final, destructive message to Triple H.We also dive into:- The shocking and seductive swerve in the Dudley Boyz vs. T&A feud, as Trish Stratus makes out with Bubba Ray Dudley to avoid going through a table.- Dean Malenko winning back the Light Heavyweight Championship from Scotty 2 Hotty.- Essa Rios scoring a major upset victory over European Champion Eddie Guerrero just days before their pay-per-view match.- A fantastic Hardcore Match between Matt and Jeff Hardy that ends with Crash Holly stealing back his title.- A debate on fan feedback: is the in-ring action the "worst part of wrestling?"Join us for a review of an action-packed go-home show that provided the perfect chaotic final build to one of the greatest pay-per-views of the era.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we are joined by The Now's, Hale Collins. We talk the upcoming ACW event on Oct 18th, Mischief Night. We also revisit an old segment, Living in the Now and find a way of talking about ECW

This week in the news, Wrestlemania for 2027 is announced in THE LAZY RIVER OF WRESTLING CRITICISM AJ Lee has returned and for Vader Club: Wrestlepalooza 1995: Too Cold Scorpio, Dean Malenko and Cactus Jack vs. the Steiner brothers and Eddie Guerrero.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week in the news, Wrestlemania for 2027 is announced in THE LAZY RIVER OF WRESTLING CRITICISM AJ Lee has returned and for Vader Club: Wrestlepalooza 1995: Too Cold Scorpio, Dean Malenko and Cactus Jack vs. the Steiner brothers and Eddie Guerrero.Support 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

This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, Rob Pasbani and former WWF writer Tommy Blacha head to the Ice Palace in Tampa for the April 13, 2000 episode of SmackDown! The road to Backlash is getting shorter, and we discuss the creative pressures of building a pay-per-view card with only a few weeks of TV.With the roster in their home state of Florida, the show has a fun, house-show vibe. The Rock has secured his title shot, but the McMahon-Helmsley Faction isn't done with him yet, setting up a huge six-man tag team main event between The Rock & The Acolytes and Triple H, Big Boss Man, & Bull Buchanan.We also dive into:- A hot opening match for the European Championship between Eddie Guerrero and Rikishi.- The Hardy Boyz taking on Chris Benoit & Dean Malenko in the work-rate match of the night.- The debut of The Big Show's "Fat Bastard" impersonation from Austin Powers.- Chris Jericho getting on Stephanie McMahon's bad side, leading to a handicap match against DX.- The brief and bizarre introduction of Stephanie's personal trainer, Muffy.Join us as we break down the matches, the backstage stories, and whether the Attitude Era was starting to feel a little repetitive at this point in its run.0:00 - Intro2:15 - Laying the Groundwork for Backlash6:56 - Is The Attitude Era Getting Repetitive?11:37 - Eddie Guerrero vs. Rikishi (European Championship)17:11 - Are DQ and Count-Out Finishes Better?23:02 - The McMahon-Helmsley Faction Kicks Off The Show25:12 - Head Cheese at the Old Folks' Home26:59 - The Hardy Boyz vs. Chris Benoit & Dean Malenko28:49 - Kurt Angle gets Big Show as a Tag Team Partner31:55 - Crash Holly vs. Perry Saturn (Hardcore Championship)33:22 - The Big Show does his "Fat Bastard" gimmick39:30 - Chris Jericho's Case of Mistaken Identity42:03 - Bubba Ray Dudley vs. Albert43:43 - Jericho is Booked in a Handicap Match45:48 - Introducing... Muffy?55:56 - Main Event: The Rock & The Acolytes vs. Triple H, Boss Man, & Buchanan57:49 - The Observer Notes: Chyna/HHH Breakup & Undertaker's Return1:00:05 - Behind the scenes interest in Brock Lesnar & Alexander Karelin1:01:05 - Sunday Night Heat ResultsFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In honor of the late Steve "Mongo" McMichael and since the official WCW YouTube channel has posted some of the early Nitro's, Greg and Dane look at the fifth episode of WCW Monday Nitro from October of 1995. We go over Eddie Guerrero and Dean Malenko being so amazing, Kevin Sullivan dressed as a women, Randy Savage's colorful outfits and the Dungeon of Doom shaving off the Hulkster's mustache, brother! Get on a wild ride on The Squared Circle Time Machine.

Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 21) covering the period of 5/21 thru 5/27. Running Time: 4 Hours 33 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 33 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E21 (05/21 - 05/27) Jerry Lawler sues WWF over use of 'The King' (Harley Race) at Tennessee events. 'Bitter rivals' Iron Sheik and Hacksaw Jim Duggan arrested in NJ for Drug and Alcohol possession. And what Iron Sheik clams at the Courthouse is hilarious. Audio: Hacksaw Jim Duggan speaks on arrest with Iron Sheik. Lex Luger def Michael PS Hayes to being a 523-day reign as NWA United States Champion. Scott Hall makes WCW TV debut. Brian Lee becomes first ever Smoky Mountain Wrestling Heavyweight Champion. Looking back at WCW Slamboree: A Legends Reunion PPV (1993, 1994, 1995). Audio: 16-year-old Jeff Hardy makes WWF debut (against 1-2-3 Kid). Fake Undertaker (Brian Lee) makes WWF TV debut. Audio: The closest you will ever get of Gordon Solie and Bobby Heenan commentating an ECW match: Terry Funk vs Tully Blanchard. Hunter Hearst Helmsley makes his Monday Night Raw debut. Savio Vega makes his WWF in ring debut. Audio: Five minutes that changed the Monday Night Wars: Scott Hall arrives in WCW and declares war. Audio: "I'm Not A Shark.....I'm A Man!" Looking back at WWF In Your House 8: Beware Of Dog and Beware Of Dog II (1996). Looking back at WWF Over The Edge PPV (1999). Audio: Steve Blackman, Ahmed Johnson, Val Venis, Harley Race, and Bret Hart share some of their favorite Owen Hart rib stories. WWF Owen Hart Raw tribute show (Raw Is Owen) scores 3rd highest rating (7.2) in Raw history. Kevin Nash (c) vs Bret Hart for WCW Heavyweight Title on Jay Leno Show canceled due to death of Owen Hart. Audio: Daffney def Crowbar to win WCW Cruiserweight Title. Audio: 12-year-old Reid Flair (RIP) tries to place 'peacemaker' between David and Ric Flair on WCW Nitro. Looking back at WWF Judgment Day PPV (2000, 2005, 2006). Audio: Undertaker returns to WWF TV after eight-month absence and debuts the American Bad Ass character. CompuServe debuts 'Ask Rena' (Mero) weekly Q&A column. Triple H blows out quad muscle on Raw during Tag Team Title match (w/ Steve Austin) and lose the titles to Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit. Days after Triple H tears quad, Chris Benoit suffers neck injury during tag team title defense (w/ Chris Jericho). Audio: Joanie 'Chyna' Laurer vs Joey Buttafuoco (Celebrity Boxing 2002). WWE premieres two new shows: WWE Confidential and Velocity. NWATNA hires Mike Tenay as lead announcer for Impact. Looking back at WWA 'The Reckoning' PPV (2003). Audio: Bret Hart heartfelt promo at WWA 'The Reckoning' only months after suffering a stroke. WWE receives huge backlash from fans after attempting a heart attack angle with Eddie Guerrero on Smackdown. TNA releases Diamond Dallas Page. TNA cancels all future Impact tapings until TV deal is finalized with Spike TV (Fall 2005). The Dudleys launch Team 3D Academy Pro Wrestling School. Audio: In an attempt to boost low TV ratings, Vince McMahon announces 'McMahon's Million Dollar Mania'. Looking back at XPW reunion show 'Cold Day In Hell' (2008). Looking back at TNA Sacrifice PPV (2009). Audio: Kurt Angle vs Sting vs Mick Foley vs Jeff Jarrett: Ultimate Sacrifice Match. Looking back at WWE 'Over The Limit' PPV (2010, 2011). Audio: Batista quits WWE live on Raw. Audio: WWE announces Bret Hart as intern Raw General Manager. Sinclair Broadcasting Group purchases Ring Of Honor. Comparing Sinclair Broadcasting and WWE stock in 2011 and today. Looking back at Ring Of Honor 'Supercard Of Honor VI' (2011). Chris Jericho suspended by WWE after kicking Brazilian Flag during live WWE event. Audio: Chris Jericho speaks on the Brazilian Flag incident. Sami Zayn makes his NXT debut. Looking back at NJPW 'Back To The Yokohama Arena' PPV (2014). Looking back at WWE Extreme Rules PPV (2016). Looking back at WWE Backlash PPV (2017) Alberto El Patron (Del Rio) becomes a US Citizen Looking back at WWE RAW episode when Max Caster appeared as Bobby Lashley's 'sister' All Elite Wrestling makes history: Looking back at their first ever event, AEW Double Or Nothing 2019 Trivia Question: Who were involved in the first ever match in AEW history? Audio: AEW roster, led by Cody Rhodes, thanks the fans for their support leading into Double Or Nothing Audio: Cody Rhodes and Dustin Rhodes share a moment following their match at AEW DON Jon Moxley, Brian Cage and Dean Malenko sign with AEW Audio: Looking back at 'The Electric Chair' segment where Sami Zayn named dropped AEW on Monday Night RAW Hana Kimura tragically passes away at 22 Looking back at AEW: Double Or Nothing 2020 and 2024 Audio: FTR make their AEW debut on Dynamite This week was not a good week for marriages: Zachary Wentz/Kimber Lee, Charlotte Flair/Andrade, Myles Borne/Jaydn Bostian all get married (and ultimately split up) WWE introduces NXT and trainees as live fans on televised events during the early days of the pandemic (Pre Thunderdome) Audio: John Cena's cowers to China and apologies for calling Taiwan a country (Last Week Tonight With John Oliver) Ric Flair to come out of retirement for one final match. Ricky Steamboat will not be his opponent Audio: Coming soon to NXT 2.0: Giovanni Vinci Looking back at NJPW: Resurgence 2023 Audio: Mercedes Mone vs Willow Nightingale for first ever NJPW Strong Women's Championship Looking back at WWE Night Of Champions 2023 Audio: Jimmy Uso superkicks Roman Reigns as The Bloodline implosion begins (WWE NOC 2023) Looking back at Impact Wrestling: Under Siege 2023 PPV Charlotte Flair and Liv Morgan pulled from appearing in Queen Of The Ring Movie (replaced by Kamille and Toni Storm) Sabu makes his memorable AEW debut on Dynamite Bret Hart becomes the first wrestler to ever receive a Star on the Canada Walk Of Fame Roman Reigns surpasses 1000 days as WWE Universal Champion Looking back at WWE King & Queen Of The Ring 2024 Audio: Kris Statlander turns on Willow Nightingale at AEW DON 2024 Audio: Adam Cole and MJF make their surprise but somewhat odd returns at AEW DON 2024 Triple H announces SummerSlam to become two-night events TKO merges WWE and UFC live event operations and slowly begin the process of permanently changing WWE event structure Audio: Jim Ross grades AEW after their first 5 years in existence. 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Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 20) covering the period of 5/14 thru 5/20. Running Time: 4 Hours 10 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 10 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E20 (05/14 - 05/20) The era of Bruno begins: Bruno Sammartino def Buddy Rogers to win WWWF Championship. Andy Kaufman passes away from Lung Cancer at 35 years old. Audio: AWA fu**ery: Playboy Buddy Rose & Doug Somers win the AWA Tag Team titles on a count out (from Scott Hall and Curt Hennig). Looking back at WCW Capital Combat: The Return Of Robocop (1990). Looking back at WCW SuperBrawl (1991). Audio: Sid Vicious vs El Gigante: Stretcher Match Looking back at WCW WarGames (1992). Papa Shango places a voodoo curse on a vomiting Ultimate Warrior, and the feud begins. AAA Promotion makes its debut (1992). Audio: The biggest upset in Raw histoy? The Kid def Razor Ramon. Audio: Marty Janetty makes WWF return and def Shawn Michaels for IC Championship. 'A Current Affair' episode debuts profiling the tragedies surrounding the Von Erich family. Looking back at ECW: When Worlds Collide (1994). Audio: Arn Anderson speaks on his one match in ECW and why it sucked. Looking back at AAA Triplemania II-B event (1994). WWF makes significant changes in drug policy in an attempt to prevent abuse. Looking back at the first ever WWF In Your House PPV (1995). Audio: Bob Backlund announces his candidacy for President and makes some comical errors at some historical events. Infamous Cliq Curtain Call takes place at Madison Square Garden. Audio: Triple H, Jim Cornette, Scott Hall, and Kevin Nash speak on the infamous MSG Curtain Call. Looking back at WCW Slamboree (1996, 1997, 1998). HBK infamous 'Sunny Days' Promo on Bret Hart airs on Raw. Audio: Sean Waltman reveals a 'Sunny Day' story involving Shawn Michaels. People Magazine wasn't the only fools running high profile Internet Polls in 1998. Looking back when Ric Flair had led Time Magazine's 'Person Of The Century' Poll. Looking back at ECW 'It Ain't Seinfeld' event (1998). Taz debuts the FTW (F*** The World) Championship. Audio: Eric Bischoff taunts Vince McMahon on WCW Thunder. Audio: Chris Jericho's introduces the participants in the Cruiserweight Battle Royal at Slamboree 1998. Audio: The night Dean Malenko received one of the loudest pops in WCW history. Referee Charles Robinson suffers collapsed lung after taking an elbow drop by Macho Man Randy Savage. Looking back at WCW No Mercy UK PPV (1999). Looking back at ECW Hardcore Heaven PPV (1999, 2000). Audio: Godfather's Ho (Bobcat) wins WWF Hardcore Title from Crash Holly. Audio: Don Tony's favorite WWF Hardcore Title match: Gerald Brisco vs Crash Holly. Looking back at WWE Judgement Day PPV (2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2007, 2008, 2009). Vince McMahon makes return appearance on HBO's 'On The Record with Bob Costas'. Zach Gowan makes WWF TV debut - by having his prosthetic leg yanked off by Rowdy Roddy Piper. Ron 'The Truth' Killings wins NWA World Heavyweight Championship for the 2nd time. Mordecai makes WWE main roster debut. Audio: Bobby Heenan on The Dennis Miller Show. TNA suspends Jeff Hardy. Looking back at TNA Hard Justice PPV (2005). Tickets for ECW One Night Stand go on sale and immediately sells out. Looking back at TNA Sacrifice PPV (2006, 2010). 'See No Evil' starring Kane hits movie theatres. WWE releases Sabu, Shelly Martinez, Scotty 2 Hotty, Nick Mitchell, Carlito and Angel Williams (Angelina Love). Audio: Bret Hart defeats The Miz to win the WWE US Championship. Hulk Hogan sues Fruity Pebbles Cereal (Post). Audio: TNA rebrands as 'Impact Wrestling' and 'Wrestling Matters'. TNA signs Brooke Hogan. Looking back at WWE Over The Limit PPV (2012). Looking back at WWE Extreme Rules PPV (2013). Audio: Kevin Owens makes WWE main roster debut. Looking back at NXT TakeOver: Unstoppable (2015). Samoa Joe makes NXT debut. Looking back at WWE Payback PPV (2015). Destination American announces cancellation of TNA Programming effective September 2015. Audio: New Day 'Time Machine' skit poking fun at The Vaudvillains Looking back at NXT TakeOver: Chicago (2017) WWE signs Io Sky (Io Shirai) WWE and FOX agree on a five-year deal to air SmackDown on Fox beginning in 2019 Charges dropped in the sexual assault case against Enzo Amore Ashley Massaro tragically passes away at 39 Audio: Mick Foley introduces WWE 24/7 Championship on RAW to a less than stellar response from live audience and IWC Looking back at WWE Money In The Bank 2019 Audio: Brock Lesnar makes surprise return, screws Mustafa Ali and wins MITB Briefcase Audio: Mustafa Ali reveals how everything went down behind the scenes at MITB and Brock Lesnar return Audio: Firefly Fun House takes a very dark turn as Bray Wyatt introduces us to The Fiend Audio: Shad Gaspard tragically passes away at 39 (news coverage) D-Von Dudley retires from in-ring competition Audio: Jim Cornette stirs up controversy discussing Becky Lynch pregnancy Looking back at WWE Backlash 2021 Looking back at Impact Wrestling: Under Siege 2021 Alexander Wolfe is kicked out of Imperium AND WWE in the same week WWE releases eight including Velveteen Dream, Alexander Wolfe, Jessamyn Duke, Adnan Virk and Drake Wuertz WBD announces new AEW: Rampage TV series coming to TNT   Sasha Banks and Naomi quit WWE Audio: Michael Cole on air reaction to Sasha Banks and Naomi quitting WWE Stephanie McMahon announces an abrupt leave of absence from WWE Audio: RK-Bro (RAW Tag Champions) vs The Usos (SmackDown Tag Champions) battle in a Tag Team Unification Match Audio: Max Dupri makes his WWE TV debut WBD announces new AEW: Collision TV series coming to TNT   AEW announces the creation of a new YouTube series: "Meal And A Match" Ruby Soho and Angelo Parker get married Mark Henry leaves AEW  Audio: The beginning of the end of Ricky Starks in AEW. Ricky Starks expresses frustration over not being used and media pushing injuries as the excuse  And so much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E20 (5/14 – 5/20) CLICK HERE to listen to COMMERCIAL FREE (PATREON) episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E20 (5/14 – 5/20) CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E20 (5/14 – 5/20) 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! 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With This Ring #67: Backlash 2000   Ryan and Cindy start the next WWF season much the same way we finished the old one, with the Rock feuding with Triple H and the McMahons. In this edition we go to Backlash, which had 5 singles matches, none of which were Terri vs. The Kat, putting it a tick above WrestleMania from the get go. Among the topics discussed: The start of the Vince Russo/Eric Bischoff tenure in WCW, and how that led to Mike Awesome, WCW wrestler, defending the ECW title against Tazz, WWF wrestler and how that was displayed on WWF TV. Chris Jericho's brief earliest WWF title run.  The promise of Stone Cold Steve Austin.  The chemistry between Eddie Guerrero and his Mamacita.  We again talk about how misplaced X-Pac and Road Dogg are in the tag division.  Dean Malenko and Scotty Too Hotty having a notable Light Heavyweight Title match. SHOWESTER MANIA RUNNING WILD BROTHER! The Rock and Triple H having their usual Sports Enterainment Spectacular in a match that seemed more WrestleMania main event than the WrestleMania main event.    All this and much more. Enjoy!

Lakota Carter is a passionate wrestling aficionado renowned for his insightful WrestleMania predictions. With a deep knowledge of wrestling history and a critical eye for match quality and storyline development, Carter captivates audiences with his detailed analyses. He frequently discusses the careers of wrestlers like Naomi and Jade Cargill, offering informed predictions based on their backgrounds and potential trajectories. Known for engaging in thoughtful discussions about wrestlers' abilities and performances, Carter has solidified his reputation as a knowledgeable commentator in the wrestling community.Stacey Sparrow is a passionate wrestling enthusiast known for her insightful WrestleMania predictions and deep knowledge of the wrestling industry. With a rich understanding of wrestling shows and personalities such as John Laurinitis, Tony Atlas, Jimmy Valiant, and Dean Malenko, she actively engages in discussions about the future of wrestling, particularly advocating for the evolution of women's wrestling. Stacey emphasizes the importance of introducing new talent and innovative storylines for female wrestlers, frequently voicing her thoughts on wrestlers like Bailey, Chris Statlander, and Jade. Her dedication to the sport is evident in her active participation in conversations about wrestling matches and narratives, making her a respected voice among wrestling fans.Kevin Penn, hailing from near Charleston, West Virginia, developed a passion for wrestling at the tender age of eight, inspired by watching a program featuring Jerry "The King" Lawler. With a background in amateur wrestling, Kevin has become an insightful commentator on the sport, known for his keen ability to predict outcomes of high-profile wrestling events like WrestleMania. His strategic discussions on potential match interferences and future storylines have made him a sought-after voice in wrestling circles. Recently, Kevin shared his expertise on a podcast hosted by Jr Sparrow, where he enthusiastically conveyed his predictions and analysis to a wider audience.John Kniffin is a seasoned analyst and predictor of wrestling matches, known for his insightful commentary on events like WrestleMania. He frequently shares his thoughts on anticipated matchups, such as AJ Styles vs. Logan, and engages in discussions about wrestling rumors, including speculation about personalities like Mr. Beast entering the wrestling scene. John is confident in his predictions, often backing his opinions with detailed reasoning, and maintains a critical eye on wrestling storylines and character arcs, expressing concerns about the trajectories of wrestlers like Tiffany Stratton and Charlotte Flair. As an active participant in group discussions, he contributes valuable insights and fosters engaging conversations within the wrestling community.Lakota Carter, Stacey Sparrow, Kevin Penn, and John Kniffin are all esteemed commentators in the wrestling community, offering unique perspectives on the highly anticipated WrestleMania 41. Lakota Carter, with his admiration for Logan Paul's surprising in-ring skills, ultimately predicts AJ Styles will triumph, while also speculating on post-event storylines involving wrestlers like Cody Rhodes and John Cena. Stacey Sparrow, known for her advocacy of women's wrestling, looks forward to potential surprises such as appearances by Stone Cold and The Rock, although she remains cautious about possible swerves that could disappoint fans. Meanwhile, Kevin Penn and John Kniffin both express concern about the lack of build-up for this year's event, yet remain optimistic about memorable moments; Penn foresees a possible rematch for AJ Styles on Monday Night Raw, while Kniffin sees WrestleMania 41 as a chance to pass the torch to a new generation despite his worries about spoilers.

Kris and David are back for EPISODE #500!!! of Between the Sheets, where we discuss the partial week that was March 13-16, 1998. Topics of discussion include:The aftermath of Syxx/Sean Waltman being fired by Eric Bischoff solely to mess with Kevin Nash, including how Nash reacted to this during a candid Prodigy chat hours before WCW Uncensored.The Uncensored PPV proper, featuring Mean Gene scolding Dean Malenko after his loss to Chris Jericho, a horrible Hulk Hogan/Randy Savage cage match main event, and tons more.The second annual SPRING BREAKOUT Monday Nitro from Panama City, featuring Kevin Nash doing a cannonball into the pool and Sting rappelling from a helicopter into the ring among other wackiness.-Giant Baba rebooking almost his entire Tokyo Dome debut show for various reasons.Eric Bischoff trying to repair the WCW/NJPW relationship after offending NJPW by negotating with AJPW.Akira Hokuto announcing her pregnancy.The 2nd ever Pride FC show taking place at Yokohama Arena.K-1's plans to invade the United States.-A major UFC PPV in Kenner, Louisiana featuring Frank Shamrock ending Igor Zinoviev's career.Paul Heyman announces at the Elk's Lodge that ECW had finally cleared NY area powerhouse Cablevision for PPV distribution, giving them 100% clearance in the U.S.Kane chokeslamming the Phoenix Suns Gorilla, Vince McMahon cutting an amazing promo, and Undertaker burning Kane in effigy onn a wild episode of Raw.We made it to #500.....what a shock.....so enjoy the show!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW2:18:05 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, IWA Japan, Akira Hokuto, & AJW2:44:48 Classic Commercial Break2:47:31 Halftime3:47:52 MMA: Pride FC, K-1, & UFC4:30:00 Latin America: AAA, CMLL, Monterrey, Promo Azteca, Tijuana, & WWC4:36:11 Other USA: ECW, PCW, Music City, & Azteca Lucha (Oregon)4:56:58 WWFTo 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

This week Glenn and Brent go back to June 16 1996 and have a look at WCW's Great American Bash! The Steiner Brothers battled Fire and Ice, Dean Malenko defends the Cruiserweight Championship against Rey Misterio Jr, Sting takes on Lord Steven Regal and The Giant defends the WCW World Championship against Lex Luger!! We discuss all this and much more this week on The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Nitro Edition!

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 3 and 4, 2010.On the Mar. 3, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill take phone calls and email questions throughout the live 60 minutes on a variety of topics starting with WWE NXT, predictions on March 8 ratings, the C.M. Punk-Rey Mysterio feud, an idea for how to end Shawn Michaels vs. Undertaker with a twist, and more. Also, in the 16 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the McNeill Mailbag returns with Pat and Wade answering VIP member questions from the Pat McNeill Zone.Then on the Mar. 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops responded to phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including an overview of "Mad Dog" Vachon in the Hall of Fame, HOF candidate Yea or Nay - Owen Hart, Dean Malenko, Ultimo Dragon, Yokozuna, Angelo Poffo's influence on the wrestling business, Rob Van Dam on March 8, potential changes on March 8, Vince McMahon's ego on March 8, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell and Hoops discuss Bryan Danielson on NXT, potential for Danielson vs. Chris Jericho down the road, AWA Hall of Fame, Roddy Piper's relationship with the Harts, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 3) covering the period of 1/15 thru 1/21. Running Time: 4 Hours 20 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 20 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E3 (01/15 - 01/21) Looking back at Royal Rumble PPV (1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003). Audio: Closing moments of each Royal Rumble match. DT reveals his all time favorite Royal Rumble match. What is yours? Ivan Koloff def Bruno Sammartino to win WWWF Championship, ending Bruno's 2,803 reign as Champion. Howard Finkel makes his ring announcing debut for WWWF. US Express (Barry Windham and Mike Rotunda) def North South Connection (Adrian Adonis and Dick Murdoch) to win WWF Tag Team Titles. Looking back at WCW Clash Of The Champions XVIII. Audio: Cactus Jack battles Van Hammer in a Rodeo Arena and Abdullah The Butcher dumps Missy Hyatt into a Horse Watering Trough. Audio: WWF attempts to manipulate crowd reaction toward Hulk Hogan's elimination in 1992 Royal Rumble match. Audio: Ric Flair challenges Mr Perfect to a loser leaves WWF match. Ludvig Borga suffers serious ankle injury and never wrestles for WWF again. Bonus Audio: Shawn Michaels Press Conference announcing entry into Royal Rumble match. Steve Austin makes WWF Raw in ring debut (against Matt Hardy). Audio: Billionaire Ted is in the warroom with The Huckster, Nacho Man, Scheme Gene. Correcting reports that Ted Turner originally thought the WWF Billionare Ted skits were funny. Audio: Memorable Goldust promo on upcoming Royal Rumble match against Razor Ramon. Looking back at WCW Clash Of The Champions XXXIV. Audio: DX has a 'BBQ' in the ring complete with Jumbo Wienies, confronts Undertaker, Owen Hart, and Steve Austin. Audio: 'You Ruined It!' Steve Austin confronts Mike Tyson during Wrestlemania announcement on Raw. DT looks back at the original news reports of Mike Tyson vs Steve Austin taking place at Wrestlemania XIV. Looking back at WCW Souled Out PPV (1999, 2000). Audio: Michael Buffer attempts to turn chicken sh** into chicken salad introducing 'Stun Gun Ladder' main event match. Audio: Closing moments of Scott Hall vs Goldberg Stun Gun Ladder Match. Audio: Chris Benoit def Sid Vicious to win WCW Heavyweight Championship. Audio: Arn Anderson reverses Benoit victory making WCW Heavyweight Championship vacant. Perry Saturn, Dean Malenko, Eddie Guerrero, and Chris Benoit quit WCW. Audio: Triple H calls Steve Austin a Pu**y on Raw. WCW opens up episode of Monday Nitro with an almost 30 minute Goldberg 'funeral' segment. Konnan (who is bald) def Mike Awesome in Hair vs Hair Match on Nitro. Steve Austin undergoes neck surgery. Audio: Memorable 'Its A Dream' Smackdown segment with The Rock and Kurt Angle. Audio: Vince McMahon vs Ric Flair Street Fight (Royal Rumble 2002). RIP Al Wilson (1941-2003). Audio: The greatest John Cena backstage interview you've never heard: Cena dumps B2 for Rodney Mack. Audio: John Cena Smackdown promo on Paul Heyman. John Cena and Chris Benoit force Paul Heyman to eat soap. Looking back at TNA Final Resolution PPV (2005, 2006). WWE Raw enters the world of High Definition programming. Audio: Cutting Edge segment and Jeff Hardy pyrotechnics 'accident'. Looking back at TNA Genesis PPV (2010, 2011, 2014).  Audio: 'We Want Six Sides!': The new Hogan/Bischoff Era in TNA begins with jeers from TNA fans. Audio: The new Hogan/Bischoff TNA Era doesn't get better when fans are asked to be 'Cast Members'. Bubba The Love Sponge (while employed by TNA) tweets 'Fu** Haiti'.  WWE suspends Evan Bourne for second failure of WWE Wellness Program. Audio: Chris Jericho continues to troll fans with the memorable 'Hot Tag' during Raw match (DB, Punk, Y2J vs Ziggler, Otunga, Henry). Audio: Sting wrestles last ever match in TNA (vs Magnus). Batista makes memorable return to Raw and enters himself into 2014 Royal Rumble match. Alberto Del Rio signs with Lucha Underground. Audio: NWO, A.P.A., and New Age Outlaws destroy The Ascension during Raw 22nd Anniversary Show. Audio: Sting makes WWE Raw debut. WWE signs Austin Aries. Tyler Bate def Pete Dunne in tournament final to become first ever WWE UK Champion. Aleister Black makes WWE NXT debut. Braun Strowman flips WWE Production Truck. Audio: WWE announces the signings of Ricochet, Viking Raiders and Candice LeRae Audio: Jailed Miami Steroid Dealer names Roman Reigns as a regular client making multiple purchases of HGH, steroids and more Rumors fly about WWE signing Ronda Rousey to a contract including debuting at WrestleMania 34 against Stephanie McMahon Alternate ending? Kurt Angle def Baron Corbin Audio: Taz signs a multi-year deal as a commentator for AEW Rob Van Dam's XXX themed segment on Impact gets Impact Wrestling banned from Twitch Young Bucks leave Twitter due to AEW criticism IWC toxicity Audio: Young Bucks mock IWC criticism towards AEW; and this was all the way back in 2020! Warner Brothers Discovery extends AEW TV deal thru 2023 Audio: Stephanie McMahon announces the return of live wrestling fans (since beginning of Pandemic) at WWE events beginning with WrestleMania 37 WWE on FOX teases a match between The Rock and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 39 Cody Rhodes buys a tour bus for wrestling events Audio: AEW/Impact Wrestling' Covid Era partnership leads to Big Money Matt Hardy and Private Party appearing on Impact Wrestling TV Impact Wrestling: Hart To Kill 2021 PPV results WWE signs Cora Jade, Zoey Stark and Gigi Dolin  RIP Jay Briscoe (38) Audio: Grayson Waller threatens to knock out a disrespectful cameraman during appearance (w/LA Knight) on Australia morning TV show Tony Khan has a Twitter meltdown after USA Network joke about Seth Rollins vs Jinder Mahal match on RAW Pete Dunne is no longer anyone's 'Butch' Audio: Nic Nemeth (formerly Dolph Ziggler) makes his TNA debut Scapegoat: Jack Perry tears up his AEW Contract during NJPW Battle In The Valley event RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E3 (1/15 – 1/21)  CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E3 (1/15 – 1/21) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows === CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE (2004-2024) WITH THE DTKC 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHIRT! 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Serpentico returns to the pod to talk about the many masks, we mean “hats” he wears at AEW.  He talks about the work and wrestling he's doing for ROH, and the recent victory he secured over Sidney Akeem. He has stories about the Spanish Announce Project tag team with Angelico, and his goals once his partner returns from injury. He explains “clearance matches,” and why he's especially happy to assist with those, how he got involved in coaching and why the Ricochet vs Komander matches is among his favorites as a coach, and what he's learned about coaching from Jerry Lynn and Dean Malenko. And of course, Serpentico has plenty to say about his love-hate with Nyla Rose! AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Get closer to the ring than ever before. Unwrap your favorite AEW wrestling trading cards and build your collection today! Visit https://UpperDeck.com to learn more.  AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Penzer got his start in the wrestling business at Global Wrestling Alliance in South Florida first learning from Dean Malenko's father, Larry, and Bob Roop. He talks about his job finding and driving enhancement talent to matches, and how that inadvertently landed him at WCW. Penzer shares stories about his WCW days traveling with Jericho, Arn Anderson, Eddie Guerrero, Chris Benoit, and Chavo Guerrero Jr. including the big Arn Anderson and Eddie Guerrero fight over an apple pie, and the time Jericho stripped Dave Penzer of his clothes in a hotel bar & the footage ended up on the tabloid TV shows, Hard Copy & Inside Edition. He remembers what happened at a house show in Minnesota when Eric Bischoff overheard a conversation between Penzer and Jericho, and the night in Tupelo, Mississippi with Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Sting, and Randy Savage and the failed music cue. He talks about Vince Russo's detrimental impact on WCW, when Penzer knew the WCW ship was sinking, what that very last Nitro show was like for him, and the conversations he had with WWE after they bought WCW. Plus, he has a few tales about his initial TNA run, his return to Impact during the pandemic, and passing the TNA ring announcing mic to Jade Chung last December. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices