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In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (4-17-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an interview with Mick Foley, a pioneer of early hardcore style wrestling and one of his generation's great promo artists. In this wide-ranging interview lasting well over an hour, Foley talks about these topics:His memories of the 1997 King of the Ring match with Triple H that was highlighted on Raw last week in the Triple H Career Moment Countdown.Advice Triple H gave him about his in-ring style as a babyface.His thoughts on empty arena wrestling, his memories of Backlash 1999's Boiler Room match with Big Show and his Halftime Heat match with The Rock (including a great story on helping Rock prepare by watching the Terry Funk vs. Jerry Lawler empty arena match).The parallels of The Fiend/Bray Wyatt and Mankind/Mick Foley characters with a critique of Bray's early work.How he feels about pro wrestling still happening despite the rest of entertainment shutting down due to the coronavirus.His thoughts on Vince McMahon and how he has changed over the years.Memories of working for Joe Pedicino and his Global Wrestling Federation.NXT starting a true developmental off-shoot where wrestlers can find their voice in a smaller setting.His son working behind the scenes in NXT and where his son's passion lies.Working with Big Show on his new Netflix sitcom series.Did Big Show have the career he deserved?His kinship with Chris Jericho and thoughts on the long-lasting career he's had.A great anecdote about Japanese wrestling culture, Jericho bulking up, and Jericho's approach to t-shirts in Japan.What prompted him to compliment Samoa Joe's color commentary on Twitter.His thoughts on MVP and the new team of Cedric Alexander & Ricochet.His opinion on Drew McIntyre as a centerpiece top act in WWE.His updated thoughts on the women's division in WWE including Becky Lynch.VIP AFTERSHOW TOPICS…Any interest in writing another wrestling book and the plot idea he has in mind.Mick's position on semi-colons and commas.Someone who betrayed his trust and how it changed his approach to interacting online.Which two or three wrestlers did he have the most fun working with.His thoughts on Undertaker breaking character and diving into social media and long-form interviews, in light of Mick's Hall of Fame speech comment about not wanting to live in a world where Undertaker is Tweeting.What he's doing to fill his time isolating himself during the coronavirus.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Kris and David are joined by Al Getz (@algetz.bsky.social) to discuss the week that was February 5-11, 1989. Topics of discussion include:Vince and Linda McMahon admitting that pro wrestling was "fake" in front of the New Jersey State Senate as part of their deregulation efforts and all the mainstream media lunacy that followed, including Capt. Lou Albano making a wacky appearance on ABC's “Nightline.”Tony Schiavone leaving the NWA for the WWF, and the repercussions that would come from that decision for all parties involved.The rumors of New Japan running shows in California run rampant again, as they often did in this era of the newsletters.Various comings and goings in Stampede Wrestling.Ricky Morton working as a heel in Memphis while working as a babyface elsewhere causing problems for Joe Pedicino's TV block.Matwatch continuing to drag out the David Woods/Eddie Gilbert/Continental saga.THE DREAM WEAVER makes his Memphis debut.Eric Embry loses a loser leaves town match in World Class.Rob Russen leaves the AWA on the heels of a majorly disappointing ESPN TV taping in St. Paul where Larry Zbyszko finally becomes the World Heavyweight Champion.The George Scott era in the NWA is in full effect in both positive and negative ways.The birth of the Yamazaki Corporation.Jim Ross and Paul E. Dangerously work together as announcers for the first time as hosts of NWA Main Event.All of that plus lots more on a damn fun episode of BTS!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:45:08 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, AJW, Stampede, EMLL, & Arena Naucalpan2:18:47 Classic Commercial Break2:24:50 Halftime3:22:22 Other USA: Joe Pedicino, SCW, (GA), FCW, Continental, CWA/Memphis, WCCW, Windy City, AWA, & Portland4:58:24 NWA/WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris and David are joined by Al Getz (@algetz.bsky.social) to discuss the week that was February 5-11, 1989. Topics of discussion include:Vince and Linda McMahon admitting that pro wrestling was "fake" in front of the New Jersey State Senate as part of their deregulation efforts and all the mainstream media lunacy that followed, including Capt. Lou Albano making a wacky appearance on ABC's “Nightline.”Tony Schiavone leaving the NWA for the WWF, and the repercussions that would come from that decision for all parties involved.The rumors of New Japan running shows in California run rampant again, as they often did in this era of the newsletters.Various comings and goings in Stampede Wrestling.Ricky Morton working as a heel in Memphis while working as a babyface elsewhere causing problems for Joe Pedicino's TV block.Matwatch continuing to drag out the David Woods/Eddie Gilbert/Continental saga.THE DREAM WEAVER makes his Memphis debut.Eric Embry loses a loser leaves town match in World Class.Rob Russen leaves the AWA on the heels of a majorly disappointing ESPN TV taping in St. Paul where Larry Zbyszko finally becomes the World Heavyweight Champion.The George Scott era in the NWA is in full effect in both positive and negative ways.The birth of the Yamazaki Corporation.Jim Ross and Paul E. Dangerously work together as announcers for the first time as hosts of NWA Main Event.All of that plus lots more on a damn fun episode of BTS!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:45:08 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, AJW, Stampede, EMLL, & Arena Naucalpan2:18:47 Classic Commercial Break2:24:50 Halftime3:22:22 Other USA: Joe Pedicino, SCW, (GA), FCW, Continental, CWA/Memphis, WCCW, Windy City, AWA, & Portland4:58:24 NWA/WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris Zellner is joined by Rob Naylor and our great friend Charles to discuss the month of January 1990 in the National Wrestling Alliance. Topics of discussion include:An update on the Windham family counterfeiting saga.The Rock 'n' Roll Express return to the NWA.Cactus Jack Manson becomes a force on TV.Joe Pedicino leaves the company.An amazing TV taping in Johnson City, Tennessee.ROOS commercials featuring NWA stars start to air on TV.Ric Flair cancelling his booking on the NJPW Tokyo Dome show, which changes Japanese wrestling in a major way.…and much more. Another strong show, so we hope you enjoy!!!---To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris Zellner is joined by Rob Naylor and our great friend Charles to discuss the month of January 1990 in the National Wrestling Alliance. Topics of discussion include:An update on the Windham family counterfeiting saga.The Rock 'n' Roll Express return to the NWA.Cactus Jack Manson becomes a force on TV.Joe Pedicino leaves the company.An amazing TV taping in Johnson City, Tennessee.ROOS commercials featuring NWA stars start to air on TV.Ric Flair cancelling his booking on the NJPW Tokyo Dome show, which changes Japanese wrestling in a major way.…and much more. Another strong show, so we hope you enjoy!!!---To 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
After Vince McMahon fired Bruce in May 1991, Eddie Gilbert asked Bruce to join a new company with daily TV on ESPN and the "Expert" was born! Hear all about Joe Pedicino, the mysterious money behind the promotion, the greatness that is Eddie Gilbert, and learn about the early days of the Harlem Heat, Raven, X-Pac, Patriot, and more on this edition of Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard! ZBIOTICS - Start your night out with ZBIOTICS! Go to https://zbiotics.com/products/zbiotics?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc&utm_campaign=21719366833&utm_content=&utm_term=&gadid=&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADDaTmjI50misR7AiW71cYzw3vA-s&gclid=CjwKCAjw1NK4BhAwEiwAVUHPUOCTpI5xYLWjG6F_-gkwP_pVyyvkmruCXDG2zQ48GZ4MDTPJ_m9mGBoCjacQAvD_BwE and get 15% off your purchase when you use the code: WRESTLE DRAFT KINGS PICK 6 - Download the NEW DraftKings Pick Six app NOW and use code STW. That's code STW for new customers to play $5 on your first pick set, get $50 in Pick 6 credits. Only on DraftKings Pick 6. The crown is yours. LUMEN - Take the next step in improving your health, go to lumen.me/WRESTLE to get 15% off your Lumen. MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order through https://magicspoon.com/STW , or look for Magic Spoon in your nearest grocery store! BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLE at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's https://bluechew.com/, promo code WRESTLE to receive your first month FREE THE AMAZING KIND - The Amazing Kind, plant-based pain relief balms, creams & gels for muscles & joints and infused oils for mood support and sleep, only at https://theamazingkind.com/ - Buy now at TheAmazingKind.com and get 20% off all orders with promo code: Wrestle – Your body will thank you! FREEBIRD ROAD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd6MCIEkztQ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After Vince McMahon fired Bruce in May 1991, Eddie Gilbert asked Bruce to join a new company with daily TV on ESPN and the "Expert" was born! Hear all about Joe Pedicino, the mysterious money behind the promotion, the greatness that is Eddie Gilbert, and learn about the early days of the Harlem Heat, Raven, X-Pac, Patriot, and more on this edition of Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard! ZBIOTICS - Start your night out with ZBIOTICS! Go to https://zbiotics.com/products/zbiotics?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc&utm_campaign=21719366833&utm_content=&utm_term=&gadid=&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADDaTmjI50misR7AiW71cYzw3vA-s&gclid=CjwKCAjw1NK4BhAwEiwAVUHPUOCTpI5xYLWjG6F_-gkwP_pVyyvkmruCXDG2zQ48GZ4MDTPJ_m9mGBoCjacQAvD_BwE and get 15% off your purchase when you use the code: WRESTLE DRAFT KINGS PICK 6 - Download the NEW DraftKings Pick Six app NOW and use code STW. That's code STW for new customers to play $5 on your first pick set, get $50 in Pick 6 credits. Only on DraftKings Pick 6. The crown is yours. LUMEN - Take the next step in improving your health, go to lumen.me/WRESTLE to get 15% off your Lumen. MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order through https://magicspoon.com/STW , or look for Magic Spoon in your nearest grocery store! BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLE at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's https://bluechew.com/, promo code WRESTLE to receive your first month FREE THE AMAZING KIND - The Amazing Kind, plant-based pain relief balms, creams & gels for muscles & joints and infused oils for mood support and sleep, only at https://theamazingkind.com/ - Buy now at TheAmazingKind.com and get 20% off all orders with promo code: Wrestle – Your body will thank you! FREEBIRD ROAD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd6MCIEkztQ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kris and David are guestless as we discuss the week that was December 6-14, 1990. Topics of discussion include:The state of the search for a new booker in WCW, with Dusty Rhodes seemingly being the lead candidate or maybe already secretly having the job.Barry Windham taking control of the dressing room at the TV tapings and how barely anyone caught on to what was likely going on with him serving as Dusty's proxy.Lots of debuts in WCW at the TV tapings, including Konnan, Larry Cameron, Steve DiSalvo as The Minotaur.Teddy Long taking Ric Flair out for a ride in Flair's limo.AJPW's year ending with the Real World Tag League and how it capped off a great year for the promotion despite the turmoil stemming from the SWS talent raid.NJPW doing big business while pushing Scott Norton.as the newest big foreign monster.The first ever SWS/WWF joint shows.CMLL doing big business with their year-end shows at Arena Mexico.Dick Slater's stunt work in the climactic scene of Rocky V.The Fabulous Ones reunite in Memphis while Jerry Lawler has a bounty on his head.Joe Pedicino getting his GWF ducks in a row. In thoery.Herb Abrams runs his last UWF TV taping of the year in Reseda, California before moving operations to New York in 1991.The Nasty Boys make their WWF TV debut while Honky Tonk Man makes his commentary debut on Superstars.The first issue of Titan Sports' Bodybuilding Lifestyles magazine, which would soon be rebranded as WBF Magazine.This is great stuff, but there's much more where that came from, so listen now!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW0:57:54 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, AJW, EMLL, & UWA1:31:07 Classic Commercial Break1:35:18 Halftime2:00:11 Other USA: Dick Slater in Rocky V, LMLW, SAPW, PWF (FL), USWA, GWF/Joe Pedicino/Kongi Sports, TWF, AWA, UWF, & Portland3:00:33 WWF4:02:48 Patreon Preview: The Arizona Republic profiles the Ultimate WarriorTo 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.And if you'd like to support us while checking out the various promotions available on FITE TV, including their FITE+ subscription service, like BKFC, GCW, our friends at AIW and Black Label Pro, and more, you can sign up at TinyURL.com/BTSFITE.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris and David are guestless as we discuss the week that was December 6-14, 1990. Topics of discussion include:The state of the search for a new booker in WCW, with Dusty Rhodes seemingly being the lead candidate or maybe already secretly having the job.Barry Windham taking control of the dressing room at the TV tapings and how barely anyone caught on to what was likely going on with him serving as Dusty's proxy.Lots of debuts in WCW at the TV tapings, including Konnan, Larry Cameron, Steve DiSalvo as The Minotaur.Teddy Long taking Ric Flair out for a ride in Flair's limo.AJPW's year ending with the Real World Tag League and how it capped off a great year for the promotion despite the turmoil stemming from the SWS talent raid.NJPW doing big business while pushing Scott Norton.as the newest big foreign monster.The first ever SWS/WWF joint shows.CMLL doing big business with their year-end shows at Arena Mexico.Dick Slater's stunt work in the climactic scene of Rocky V.The Fabulous Ones reunite in Memphis while Jerry Lawler has a bounty on his head.Joe Pedicino getting his GWF ducks in a row. In thoery.Herb Abrams runs his last UWF TV taping of the year in Reseda, California before moving operations to New York in 1991.The Nasty Boys make their WWF TV debut while Honky Tonk Man makes his commentary debut on Superstars.The first issue of Titan Sports' Bodybuilding Lifestyles magazine, which would soon be rebranded as WBF Magazine.This is great stuff, but there's much more where that came from, so listen now!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW0:57:54 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, AJW, EMLL, & UWA1:31:07 Classic Commercial Break1:35:18 Halftime2:00:11 Other USA: Dick Slater in Rocky V, LMLW, SAPW, PWF (FL), USWA, GWF/Joe Pedicino/Kongi Sports, TWF, AWA, UWF, & Portland3:00:33 WWF4:02:48 Patreon Preview: The Arizona Republic profiles the Ultimate WarriorTo 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.And if you'd like to support us while checking out the various promotions available on FITE TV, including their FITE+ subscription service, like BKFC, GCW, our friends at AIW and Black Label Pro, and more, you can sign up at TinyURL.com/BTSFITE.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 Kevin Sullivan stayed in the US, tried to control Chris (Von) Colt and bought advertising time just so he could be on a bit more. And they announced Gordon Solie to be followed immediately with 'Hello, I'm Joe Pedicino'... Continental Championship Wrestling was messy this week in 1986, but still marvellous.
Kris and David are joined by Beau James (@kingofkingsport) to discuss the week-plus that was August 12-20, 1990. Topics of discussion include:The WWF's build for SummerSlam' 90, including the big Tugboat injury angle, where we try to figure out why it happened.“Tag Team,” Jesse Ventura and Roddy Piper's TV series, gets cancelled by ABC before it makes air.A big night of wrestling in Japan featuring Jumbo Tsuruta "injuring" Mitsuharu Misawa, major title changes in New Japan, and a major AJW show.A major UWF card in Yokohama featuring Masaharu Funaki beating Nobuhiko Takada for the first time.Herb Abrams getting ready for his big UWF press conference at John Arezzi's first fan convention while Joe Pedicino is also rumored to be readying his own start-up.Eddie Gilbert running wild in Memphis including a TV angle with his dear friend John Gillam.Tessa and Dirty White Girl going to war in Memphis.Jeff Gaylord's big babyface turn.The Chris & Toni Adams vs. Steve Austin & Jeanne Clarke feud continuing in Dallas after the last big angle got USWA Championship Sports canceled by KTVT.Terry Taylor making his return to Dallas to help Gary Young.Jim Herd speaking candidly to Matwatch about many subjects.Dave Meltzer gives his thoughts on WCW's TV problems, of which there were many, such as (surprise!) airing segments out of order..All kinds of other WCW insanity, as the promotion was a complete mess at this time.This was an awesome show as it always is when Beau's riding with us, so you don't want to miss out!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 Beau's preamble about SMW spot shows0:28:20 WWF1:24:42 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, UWF, AJW, CWA, AGPW. CNWA, Stampede, EMLL, & UWA2:14:17 Classic Commercial Break2:18:40 Halftime2:45:58 Other USA: Nielsen Ratings, John Arezzi, Herb Abrams' UWF, Joe Pedicino, GASW, Peach State, GCW (Ray Candy), Chris Cruise, PWF (FL), Continental, USWA, TWF, Larry Matysik, PWA, Ivan Putski, Madusa, & Portland4:54:54 NWA/WCW5:47:49 Patreon Preview: 1992 Ole Anderson on Jim Herd, Black wrestlers, and Black community outreachTo 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.And if you'd like to support us while checking out the various promotions available on FITE TV, including their FITE+ subscription service, like BKFC, GCW, our friends at AIW and Black Label Pro, and more, you can sign up at TinyURL.com/BTSFITE.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris and David are joined by Beau James (@kingofkingsport) to discuss the week-plus that was August 12-20, 1990. Topics of discussion include:The WWF's build for SummerSlam' 90, including the big Tugboat injury angle, where we try to figure out why it happened.“Tag Team,” Jesse Ventura and Roddy Piper's TV series, gets cancelled by ABC before it makes air.A big night of wrestling in Japan featuring Jumbo Tsuruta "injuring" Mitsuharu Misawa, major title changes in New Japan, and a major AJW show.A major UWF card in Yokohama featuring Masaharu Funaki beating Nobuhiko Takada for the first time.Herb Abrams getting ready for his big UWF press conference at John Arezzi's first fan convention while Joe Pedicino is also rumored to be readying his own start-up.Eddie Gilbert running wild in Memphis including a TV angle with his dear friend John Gillam.Tessa and Dirty White Girl going to war in Memphis.Jeff Gaylord's big babyface turn.The Chris & Toni Adams vs. Steve Austin & Jeanne Clarke feud continuing in Dallas after the last big angle got USWA Championship Sports canceled by KTVT.Terry Taylor making his return to Dallas to help Gary Young.Jim Herd speaking candidly to Matwatch about many subjects.Dave Meltzer gives his thoughts on WCW's TV problems, of which there were many, such as (surprise!) airing segments out of order..All kinds of other WCW insanity, as the promotion was a complete mess at this time.This was an awesome show as it always is when Beau's riding with us, so you don't want to miss out!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 Beau's preamble about SMW spot shows0:28:20 WWF1:24:42 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, UWF, AJW, CWA, AGPW. CNWA, Stampede, EMLL, & UWA2:14:17 Classic Commercial Break2:18:40 Halftime2:45:58 Other USA: Nielsen Ratings, John Arezzi, Herb Abrams' UWF, Joe Pedicino, GASW, Peach State, GCW (Ray Candy), Chris Cruise, PWF (FL), Continental, USWA, TWF, Larry Matysik, PWA, Ivan Putski, Madusa, & Portland4:54:54 NWA/WCW5:47:49 Patreon Preview: 1992 Ole Anderson on Jim Herd, Black wrestlers, and Black community outreachTo 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.And if you'd like to support us while checking out the various promotions available on FITE TV, including their FITE+ subscription service, like BKFC, GCW, our friends at AIW and Black Label Pro, and more, you can sign up at TinyURL.com/BTSFITE.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
It's time to go episodic again on the PWR Podcast! This is episode 171 and the boys go back to 1991 to talk about the Global Wrestling Federation from Dallas Texas! Timmy Wonder and the Glorious Professor talk about the organization and discuss whether it a good idea to be on ESPN 5 days a week… We also breakdown the roster being showcased in this episode!!! Why is the Professor criticizing Joe Pedicino so much here??? Tune in to find out! FOLLOW THE BOYS ON TWITTER: The Professor - https://twitter.com/pwhustleprof Tommy Wonder - https://twitter.com/TheeTommyWonder
It's time to go episodic again on the PWR Podcast! This is episode 171 and the boys go back to 1991 to talk about the Global Wrestling Federation from Dallas Texas! Timmy Wonder and the Glorious Professor talk about the organization and discuss whether it a good idea to be on ESPN 5 days a week… We also breakdown the roster being showcased in this episode!!! Why is the Professor criticizing Joe Pedicino so much here??? Tune in to find out! FOLLOW THE BOYS ON TWITTER: The Professor - https://twitter.com/pwhustleprof Tommy Wonder - https://twitter.com/TheeTommyWonder
On the newest episode of BTS, Kris and David discuss the week that was March 1-7, 1990.We start with WCW, where injuries are running wild while the promotion is also hit by a major suspension and talent turnover, all while the head booker job is in flux.Then we go international where Barry Windham gets a shot at the Triple Crown at the Budokan, Great Muta has second thoughts leaving the NWA, Mark Calaway debuts as Punisher Dice Morgan in New Japan, and Universal Lucha Libre opens up in Japan, plus there are tours of Kuwait and New Zealand, and much more.Next, we go back to the United States for an update on Joe Pedicino's future post-WCW, Jerry Lawler terrorizing Nate the Rat and Chris Champion on Memphis TV, all sorts of wrestling in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Hustler doing a big exposé on wrestling, and tons more.We then close with the WWF, where we talk about Dave Meltzer attending a TV taping at the Cow Palace, Greg Valentine dying his hair, Ted DiBiase gets his legendary entrance music, Jake the Snake shows off his snakes, and much more.This is a really solid show, so check it out!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 NWA/WCW0:55:38 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, UWF, Universal, Kuwait, New Zealand, CNWA, EMLL, UWA, WWA (Tijuana), & WWC1:35:17 Classic Commercial Break1:40:46 Halftime2:00:21 Other USA: WWA (NJ), Tully Blanchard, GASW, USWA, Other Metroplex, Portland, LPWA, & Hustler Exposé3:19:29 WWF3:55:34 Patreon Preview: Bruce Mitchell on Paul Heyman and Eddie Gilbert working promoters and reportersTo 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
On the newest episode of BTS, Kris and David discuss the week that was March 1-7, 1990.We start with WCW, where injuries are running wild while the promotion is also hit by a major suspension and talent turnover, all while the head booker job is in flux.Then we go international where Barry Windham gets a shot at the Triple Crown at the Budokan, Great Muta has second thoughts leaving the NWA, Mark Calaway debuts as Punisher Dice Morgan in New Japan, and Universal Lucha Libre opens up in Japan, plus there are tours of Kuwait and New Zealand, and much more.Next, we go back to the United States for an update on Joe Pedicino's future post-WCW, Jerry Lawler terrorizing Nate the Rat and Chris Champion on Memphis TV, all sorts of wrestling in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Hustler doing a big exposé on wrestling, and tons more.We then close with the WWF, where we talk about Dave Meltzer attending a TV taping at the Cow Palace, Greg Valentine dying his hair, Ted DiBiase gets his legendary entrance music, Jake the Snake shows off his snakes, and much more.This is a really solid show, so check it out!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 NWA/WCW0:55:38 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, UWF, Universal, Kuwait, New Zealand, CNWA, EMLL, UWA, WWA (Tijuana), & WWC1:35:17 Classic Commercial Break1:40:46 Halftime2:00:21 Other USA: WWA (NJ), Tully Blanchard, GASW, USWA, Other Metroplex, Portland, LPWA, & Hustler Exposé3:19:29 WWF3:55:34 Patreon Preview: Bruce Mitchell on Paul Heyman and Eddie Gilbert working promoters and reportersTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris and David are joined by BOTH Beau James (@KingofKingsport) and Robert O'Connor (@ghostofquinones) for a special holiday season episode where we discuss the week-and-a-half that was December 11-21, 1989.We start off with the NWA, talking about Starrcade '89, a.k.a. FUTURE SHOCK, as we have Dave Meltzer's report from watching on TV as well as Steve Beverly's from being there live at the Omni. We talk about the IRON MAN round robin tournaments and how damn silly it was with how this show could've been so much better without them. We also run down all the other major happenings going on in the NWA as well.O'Connor waxes poetic about his lovely Canada in the International section as we have a LONG TV taping for the WFWA in Winnipeg plus the end of Stampede Wrestling as we knew it and why all of that happened.Then we come back to the U.S.A. to talk about the Indie scene, where we go deep into Eddie Gilbert & Paul E. Dangerously's CONSORTIUM of wrestling promotions that was allegedly in the mix, specifically Beau laying out how it only makes sense as an almost master plan to get Eddie fired from the NWA. We also hear from the Master of Pain and Soultaker in Memphis, trade stories about Randall Brown and his "kidnapping,” look back at Joe Pedicino proposing to Boni Blackstone, and a whole lot more.We close with the WWF, where they tape NO HOLDS BARRED: THE MATCH for a NO HOLDS BARRED CHRISTMAS, the tag titles changing hands at a TV taping, Macho King, Sherri, and Zeus on the Brother Love Show, and much more.We hope you enjoy this show, as when you have both Beau and O'Connor together, it's an epic one.Timestamps:0:00:00 NWA/WCW2:29:10 Classic Commercial Break2:33:05 Halftime2:39:29 Int'l: NJPW, WFWA, Stampede, EMLL, Arena Naucalpan, UWA, & WWA3:36:37 Other USA: ICW, Bam Bam Bigelow, WWA, Tully Blanchard, Randall Brown, Joe Pedicino/Boni Blackstone, PWF, The Consortium, CWA/Memphis, USWA, NAWA (TX), AWA, PWA, LPWA, WIN (CA), HHW, & Portland5:53:09 WWF6:34:31 Patreon Preview: The bait and switch that led to the dwarf dressed up as Bret Hart was so much worse than you remember it beingTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris and David are joined by BOTH Beau James (@KingofKingsport) and Robert O'Connor (@ghostofquinones) for a special holiday season episode where we discuss the week-and-a-half that was December 11-21, 1989.We start off with the NWA, talking about Starrcade '89, a.k.a. FUTURE SHOCK, as we have Dave Meltzer's report from watching on TV as well as Steve Beverly's from being there live at the Omni. We talk about the IRON MAN round robin tournaments and how damn silly it was with how this show could've been so much better without them. We also run down all the other major happenings going on in the NWA as well.O'Connor waxes poetic about his lovely Canada in the International section as we have a LONG TV taping for the WFWA in Winnipeg plus the end of Stampede Wrestling as we knew it and why all of that happened.Then we come back to the U.S.A. to talk about the Indie scene, where we go deep into Eddie Gilbert & Paul E. Dangerously's CONSORTIUM of wrestling promotions that was allegedly in the mix, specifically Beau laying out how it only makes sense as an almost master plan to get Eddie fired from the NWA. We also hear from the Master of Pain and Soultaker in Memphis, trade stories about Randall Brown and his "kidnapping,” look back at Joe Pedicino proposing to Boni Blackstone, and a whole lot more.We close with the WWF, where they tape NO HOLDS BARRED: THE MATCH for a NO HOLDS BARRED CHRISTMAS, the tag titles changing hands at a TV taping, Macho King, Sherri, and Zeus on the Brother Love Show, and much more.We hope you enjoy this show, as when you have both Beau and O'Connor together, it's an epic one.Timestamps:0:00:00 NWA/WCW2:29:10 Classic Commercial Break2:33:05 Halftime2:39:29 Int'l: NJPW, WFWA, Stampede, EMLL, Arena Naucalpan, UWA, & WWA3:36:37 Other USA: ICW, Bam Bam Bigelow, WWA, Tully Blanchard, Randall Brown, Joe Pedicino/Boni Blackstone, PWF, The Consortium, CWA/Memphis, USWA, NAWA (TX), AWA, PWA, LPWA, WIN (CA), HHW, & Portland5:53:09 WWF6:34:31 Patreon Preview: The bait and switch that led to the dwarf dressed up as Bret Hart was so much worse than you remember it beingTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are back as we talk about the week-plus that was November 21-28, 1990.We start the show with the World Wrestling Federation and their fourth annual Survivor Series pay-per-view show, which was a doozy, as we had the debuts of The Undertaker and THE GOBBLEDY GOOKER, as well as and the ULTIMATE SURVIVAL match, among all the news and views from that show. We also talk about the departure of Demolition Ax, Kato becoming a member of the Orient Express, and news on the future World Bodybuilding Federation.Next, we go international, starting with the Real World Tag League in AJPW featuring Giant Baba and Andre the Giant vs. LAND OF THE GIANTS, WWF guys coming to Super World Sports, Kamala in Mexico, and much more.Then we come back to the U.S. for a wild story involving Luna Vachon and her boys using a stun gun, Joe Pedicino talking to everyone as he is getting ready to start his promotion, the end of World Class in Texas right as Gary Hart brings "class" back to the Metroplex with his TCW or TWF or TWFCW or whatever it was, Chris Love running his short-lived full-time UCW territory in Kansas, and all sorts of other wackiness.We close with the NWA, featuring Ole Anderson being fired as the booker as Dusty Rhodes looms in the shadows, along with other office news and notes. We also have Michael Wallstreet handling some business, Ole Anderson's swan song as the Black Scorpion on TV, and more WCW EVERYBODY moments as always.It's lways a fun show when we do this era, and this is no different, so take a listen!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:51:20 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, AJW, CMLL, & UWA2:09:10 Classic Commercial Break2:12:02 Halftime2:28:06 Other USA: UWF, FCW, Luna Vachon & The Blackhearts' stun gun incident, GWF/Kongi/Joe Pedicino, USWA, Five Star, WCCW, TWF, AWA, UCW, LPWA, & Portland3:33:49 NWA/WCW4:25:01 Patreon Preview: The bait and switch that led to the dwarf dressed up as Bret Hart was so much worse than you remember it beingTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are back as we talk about the week-plus that was November 21-28, 1990.We start the show with the World Wrestling Federation and their fourth annual Survivor Series pay-per-view show, which was a doozy, as we had the debuts of The Undertaker and THE GOBBLEDY GOOKER, as well as and the ULTIMATE SURVIVAL match, among all the news and views from that show. We also talk about the departure of Demolition Ax, Kato becoming a member of the Orient Express, and news on the future World Bodybuilding Federation.Next, we go international, starting with the Real World Tag League in AJPW featuring Giant Baba and Andre the Giant vs. LAND OF THE GIANTS, WWF guys coming to Super World Sports, Kamala in Mexico, and much more.Then we come back to the U.S. for a wild story involving Luna Vachon and her boys using a stun gun, Joe Pedicino talking to everyone as he is getting ready to start his promotion, the end of World Class in Texas right as Gary Hart brings "class" back to the Metroplex with his TCW or TWF or TWFCW or whatever it was, Chris Love running his short-lived full-time UCW territory in Kansas, and all sorts of other wackiness.We close with the NWA, featuring Ole Anderson being fired as the booker as Dusty Rhodes looms in the shadows, along with other office news and notes. We also have Michael Wallstreet handling some business, Ole Anderson's swan song as the Black Scorpion on TV, and more WCW EVERYBODY moments as always.It's lways a fun show when we do this era, and this is no different, so take a listen!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:51:20 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, AJW, CMLL, & UWA2:09:10 Classic Commercial Break2:12:02 Halftime2:28:06 Other USA: UWF, FCW, Luna Vachon & The Blackhearts' stun gun incident, GWF/Kongi/Joe Pedicino, USWA, Five Star, WCCW, TWF, AWA, UCW, LPWA, & Portland3:33:49 NWA/WCW4:25:01 Patreon Preview: The bait and switch that led to the dwarf dressed up as Bret Hart was so much worse than you remember it beingTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Dave Prazak (@DavePrazak) for a Patron-requested show (you can get your own show by going to our Patreon page and following the protocol) to discuss the almost-week that was June 9th-14th, 1991.We start off with the infamous UWF BEACH BRAWL pay-per-view event promoted by Herb Abrams and what a doozy this was. We talk about everything that went wrong both in the ring and out of it; although it's full of wackiness, the in-ring wrestling wasn't nearly as bad as you would've expected. We then go to the WWF, where we talk about the upcoming George Zahorian trial and how that could affect the company as the year went on, as well as TV ratings, house shows, and a WWF CEREAL in the works.On the international scene, we start in Japan, where we talk about a big WWF star wanting to work for All Japan, New Japan running a big show at Budokan Hall, SWS & the WWF running joint shows, and more before going to Mexico, where we discuss Konnan becoming the first ever CMLL World Heavyweight Champion as well as other news and results.Next up is the U.S. indie scene, which is extremely light since we didn't have a Saturday in our week, but we talk about Eric Embry's failure as a booker when it comes to business, Joe Pedicino's GWF being days away from officially landing a TV deal with ESPN, and The National Sports Daily going out of business.WCW closes the show, with the focus being Clash of the Champions XV: Knocksville, USA, where we go over the entire, infamously overstuffed show. We basically rebook the whole thing to keep it from being a complete mess, plus we have cameos from Jason Hervey as well as Pepa & Spinderella from Salt-N-Pepa, to boot. All that and much more in a classic "WCW, everybody!” section that you can't miss.Tremendous show as always with Prazak sitting in with us, so LISTEN NOW!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 UWF1:38:02 WWF2:03:50 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, Universal, CWA, Grand Prix, CMLL, UWA, Tijuana, & Puerto Rico2:41:23 Classic Commercial Break2:46:27 Halftime3:05:08 Other USA: USWA, GWF, Jesse Ventura, & the end of The National3:35:10 WCW5:25:29 Patreon Preview: Phil Mushnick and WWF spokesman Steve Planamenta do battle in Mike Mooneyham's weekly wrestling columnTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Dave Prazak (@DavePrazak) for a Patron-requested show (you can get your own show by going to our Patreon page and following the protocol) to discuss the almost-week that was June 9th-14th, 1991.We start off with the infamous UWF BEACH BRAWL pay-per-view event promoted by Herb Abrams and what a doozy this was. We talk about everything that went wrong both in the ring and out of it; although it's full of wackiness, the in-ring wrestling wasn't nearly as bad as you would've expected. We then go to the WWF, where we talk about the upcoming George Zahorian trial and how that could affect the company as the year went on, as well as TV ratings, house shows, and a WWF CEREAL in the works.On the international scene, we start in Japan, where we talk about a big WWF star wanting to work for All Japan, New Japan running a big show at Budokan Hall, SWS & the WWF running joint shows, and more before going to Mexico, where we discuss Konnan becoming the first ever CMLL World Heavyweight Champion as well as other news and results.Next up is the U.S. indie scene, which is extremely light since we didn't have a Saturday in our week, but we talk about Eric Embry's failure as a booker when it comes to business, Joe Pedicino's GWF being days away from officially landing a TV deal with ESPN, and The National Sports Daily going out of business.WCW closes the show, with the focus being Clash of the Champions XV: Knocksville, USA, where we go over the entire, infamously overstuffed show. We basically rebook the whole thing to keep it from being a complete mess, plus we have cameos from Jason Hervey as well as Pepa & Spinderella from Salt-N-Pepa, to boot. All that and much more in a classic "WCW, everybody!” section that you can't miss.Tremendous show as always with Prazak sitting in with us, so LISTEN NOW!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 UWF1:38:02 WWF2:03:50 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, Universal, CWA, Grand Prix, CMLL, UWA, Tijuana, & Puerto Rico2:41:23 Classic Commercial Break2:46:27 Halftime3:05:08 Other USA: USWA, GWF, Jesse Ventura, & the end of The National3:35:10 WCW5:25:29 Patreon Preview: Phil Mushnick and WWF spokesman Steve Planamenta do battle in Mike Mooneyham's weekly wrestling columnTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Mike Sempervive (@Sempervive) to discuss the week that was January 19-25, 1991. We talk about WCW being forced to move the next Clash of the Champions from CNN Center's atrium to the Georgia Mountain Center in Gainesville due to the Persian Gulf War, as well as Dusty Rhodes beginning in his new job as head booker, The Steiners killing jobbers, Arn Anderson & Barry Windham tearing up the hood, and so much more in a great section. We then talk about a Triple Crown title change in AJPW, Greg Valentine re-upping with the WWF and possibly being punished in the process by the company in the process, Joe Pedicino making moves at NATPE, the war between the USWA and the TWF in Dallas, Jesse Ventura/Grudge Match news, and then a huge WWF section. There, we have Royal Rumble '91 with all of the news from the show, plus Dave Meltzer going scorched earth on Hulk Hogan & Vince McMahon for the way they are handling the Persian Gulf conflict and Sgt. Slaughter's character. Fantastic show so LISTEN NOW!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW1:50:05 Potpourri: AJPW, NJPW, EMLL, Monterrey, UWA, WWC, UWF, GWF, Suncoast, IWA (Russen), USWA (Memphis & Dallas), TWF, Portland, & Jesse Ventura/Grudge Match2:43:04 Classic Commercial Break2:47:36 Halftime3:00:11 WWF5:26:38 Patreon Preview: Transcript of John Collins harassing a message board poster via AOL Instant MessengerTo 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 VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Joe Blair as we discuss the week that was December 15-21, 1990, which he grabbed as a $100 Patreon pick to sit in for the whole show. We discuss Andre the Giant's days being numbered in the WWF due to injuries and other assorted health issues, Vince McMahon letting Dusty Rhodes leave with his "dignity" (in theory), Tokyo Sports Awards political nonsense, Akira Maeda promising a new UWF, Silo Sam of all people opening up a wrestling school, what's really going on in the soap opera that is Jerry Jarrett “selling the USWA” to Joe Pedicino and Kongi Sports' GWF, Jesse Ventura's GRUDGE MATCH TV show, and in a giant WCW section, we discuss Starrcade '90 featuring Ric Flair being revealed as The Black Scorpion, the Pat O'Connor Memorial Tag Team Tournament, and so much more. This was great fun, so enjoy it with us!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF (featuring a Jimmy Rave tribute at the beginning)1:06:01 Int'l: Tokyo Sports Awards, AJPW, NJPW, UWF, CMLL, Juarez, UWA, & WWC1:31:41 Other USA: UWF, GASW, Silo Sam, USWA, GWF, TWF, AWA, Portland, & Jesse Ventura/Grudge Match2:11;46 Classic Commercial Break2:15:49 Halftime2:32:30 WCW4:41:33 Patreon Preview: Transcript of John Collins harassing a message board poster via AOL Instant MessengerTo 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 VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless as we discuss the week-plus that was September 14th-21st, 1990. We start with the major news out of Dallas, where Kevin Von Erich revived World Class Championship Wrestling after Jerry Jarrett packed up and left town when Kevin accused him of embezzlement. We go over how and why all of that happened, Kevin's first two shows, why Jarrett was genius in doing what he did, and how nobody ever noticed some very obvious catalysts for the split. We also talk about WWF possibly getting on Fox for a prime time special and how that allegedly affected Joe Pedicino's Kongi Sports in their own alleged negotiations, as well as Vince McMahon's Titan Sports crashing Joe Weider's Mr. Olympia competition to announce the formation of the World Bodybuilding Federation. We then talk about Great Muta & Hiroshi Hase having a bloodbath in New Japan, Konnan & Eddie Guerrero making their Arena Mexico debuts, all sorts of U.S. indie news including some great clips from Memphis, and then we have a great NWA/WCW section talking about THE BLACK SCORPION and a big departure at the executive level of Turner Broadcasting. All in all, this is yet another great show, so listen now!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 Dallas: WCCW & TWF0:38:59 WWF1:50:02 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, AJW, JWP, EMLL, UWA, & WWC2:22:43 Classic Commercial Break2:24:44 Halftime2:55:38 Other USA: Kongi Sports/Joe Pedicino, WWA, TWA, Greg Price-Bobby Fulton promotional war, NAWA, IWA (Russen), FCW, Lucha Vachon/Tom Nash wedding, USWA, PWA, & Portland4:09:38 WCW5:02:37 Patreon Preview: Fallout of Hulk Hogan singling out Superstar Billy Graham on The Arsenio Hall ShowIf 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 VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year 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.To 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!For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless this week, as we discuss the week-plus that was August 3-10, 1991. We talk about Ric Flair and his pending arrival in the WWF, including how the big gold NWA World Heavyweight Title belt itself made its debut on TV in our week, long before Ric himself did. We also talk about Sid Justice allegedly overshadowing Hulk Hogan & The Ultimate Warrior, as well asJake Roberts teaching the Ultimate Warrior about “the dark side,” plus Lou Ferrigno signing with the WBF and various notes on the steroid scandal as it stood at the time. We also talk about the birth of the G1 Climax including the legendary Big Van Vader vs. Keiji Mutoh match, a major SWS show featuring WWF talent, the birth of W*ING, Atlantis vs. Blue Panther drawing big at Arena Mexico, Cactus Jack & Eddie Gilbert changing the independent wrestling world forever, Leatherface in Memphis, and Joe Pedicino having quite a week, plus in WCW, we talk about all the major issues with Jim Herd at the time, running off what was true and what was false, plus so much more. This is as on-brand an episode of Between the Sheets as you can get, so LISTEN NOW!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 Titan Sports: WWF & WBF1:46:22 Eurasia: NJPW, SWS, FMW, W*ING, Koji Kitao, AJW, & CWA2:24:37 Classic Commercial Break2:28:33 Halftime2:55:42 Latin America: CMLL, UWA, & WWC3:18:09 Other USA: TWA, UWF, SAPW, Peach State, USWA, GWF, Texas All-Pro, Eddie Sharkey, & Portland4:58:03 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year 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 the code BTSPOD! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If We get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are back with our 6th Anniversary episode of Between the Sheets....that's right: SIX FULL YEARS! Hard to believe, isn't it? This show was also a Patron-requested show by Jayce Naccarato, as we discuss the week-plus that was July 18-27, 1992. We open with the coverage of the explosive Penthouse Magazine article on Vince McMahon and the WWF, which touched on all the major scandals that Titan Sports had on their name at the time. We also talk about the Natural Disasters winning the WWF Tag Titles, new and old faces coming into the WWF, ticket sales for SummerSlam at Wembley Stadium, and steroid use in wrestling. We then go to around the world for all the news and results from our week before coming back to the United States to talk about the end of Joe Pedicino's Superstars of Wrestling block in Atlanta, Rock 'n' Roll Express reuniting in both SMW & the USWA, Robert Fuller making his SMW debut, confusion over the identity of the original Gorgeous George after the death of George Arena, and the Bill Watts era in WCW, which is really getting cranked up and is always fun to talk about. A very strong show, even with all our difficulties in getting it completed, so you know what to do....LISTEN NOW!!!!Content Warning: The portion of the first segment devoted to Jeff Savage's Penthouse feature on the WWF scandals contains frank discussion of the sexual assault allegations contained in the article. If you have any concerns that this could be triggering or otherwise upsetting to you, then you may want to skip directly from the end of Dave Meltzer's “Week in Review” to the main WWF section that starts at 1:07:13.Timestamps:0:00:00 Week in Review & WWF scandals feature in Penthouse1:07:13 WWF2:10:04 Eurasia: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, OPW, W*ING, PWFG, AJW, JWP, & CWA2:38:13 Classic Commercial Break2:42:29 Halftime2:44:14 Latin America: AAA, CMLL, UWA, & WWC3:04:13 Other USA: Joe Pedicino, WIN, SAPW, AWF, NAWF, ICWA, SMW, USWA, GWF, Big D, St. Louis, LPWA, WWA (LA), CWUSA, & George Arena4:29:50 WCW4:54:53 Patreon Preview: Just how much DID CM Punk's “pipe bomb” promo affect Monday Night Raw's Nielsen ratings?To 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 Discord, 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 VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Lavie Margolin (@Laviemarg) to discuss the week-plus that was April 7th-14th, 1991. We talk about Sid Vicious quitting WCW and its possible ripple effects on the company in every possible way. We discuss the "lost" Ric Flair vs. Brian Pillman match, three different UWF splinter groups getting ready to open up at the same time in Japan, Bill Eadie & Joe Pedicino opening up a wrestling school in Georgia, Herb Abrams taping TV in Florida in an open field next to Universal Studios, Eddie Gilbert & John Gillam shooting a major angle on Memphis TV, and, of course, The Ultimate Warrior enters The Funeral Parlor, only to be ambushed by The Undertaker, sealed in a casket, and apparently killed. All that and so much more on a great episode of BTS!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 1:37:47 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, RINGS, PWFG, UWFi, AWA (New Zealand), CNWA, CMLL, UWA, & Tijuana 2:03:16 Classic Commercial Break 2:07:18 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 2:45:23 Other USA: Rick Rude, CarolinaCW, Georgia All-Star, Bill Eadie, UWF (Herb Abrams), USWA, Iceman King Parsons, PWA (MN), IWA (Russen)/Manny Fernandez, & Portland 3:37:08 WWF To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://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 ( http://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/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
It's the final build to Starrcade '89 “Future Shock” with tons of action and angles. The HORSEMEN REUNITE when ARN ANDERSON RETURNS TO THE NWA! The Dudes and the Midnights continue their feud with another great piece added to their storyline. Terry Funk makes his announcing debut. Lord Littlebrook leads the Militia on a “winning streak”. Norman completes his babyface turn on Teddy Long, and Long puts a Bounty out on his former charge. A job guy decides he doesn't want to take the Frankensteiner, MID-MOVE… hear how Scotty responds! Referee Tommy Young suffers a career-ending neck injury. World Tag Champs the Steiners take on the likes of Doom and the SST. For the first time ever, NWA Champion Ric Flair goes 1-on-1 with Bobby Eaton. Plus, THE IRON SHEIK RETURNS for one night only and the DYNAMIC Duo of Bruce Wayne & Dick Grayson accept the $10,000 Midnight Express Triple Challenge! All of that, and just about everyone and their brother give their insight and predictions for the upcoming Starrcade PPV. Follow us on Twitter @RasslinGrenade , home of the FREE PRIZE GIVEAWAY Visit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.com Please Subscribe to Patreon to help keep us going, 14 Tiers to choose from!!! https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopia Includes a $5 "All Access" Tier featuring our Patreon Watch-Along Series of PPV Events, Coliseum Video collection, and so much more! Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be! Timestamps below for easy navigation. NOVEMBER '89 VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH (00:03:51) Lee Scott has competition again this month for JOTM. Can Lee's body of work match up to Danny Marlowe's near-death experience at the hands of the Steiner Brothers?NWA DECEMBER NEWS (00:10:18) The Brain Busters have quit the WWF, but only Arn Anderson is on his way back to the NWA. Find out the inside details on Tully Blanchard's failed WWF drug test and Jim Herd's lowball offer to "Double A" after the fact. Plus, we talk Sam Muchnick keeping it real, Terry Funk's new job title, and more. NWA POWER HOUR 12/1/89 (00:16:16) Tag Team Champions The Steiners defends against DOOM. Kevin Sullivan meets Ranger Ross. And the Dynamic Dudes take on Rip Rogers and the Avenger. Plus, it's a double dose of Gordon Solie as he hosts WNN and is the guest of Terry Funk's Grill! NWA WORLDWIDE 12/2/89 (00:28:41) Terry Funk makes his announcing debut alongside Chris Cruise. Doom battles Tommy Rich & Ranger Ross. More action with Lex Luger, the Midnight Express, and the Z-Man. Promos from the Steiners, the Total Package, Doom, Cornette & his Midnights. Plus, Oliver Humperdink talks regression therapy with the SST in a WILD promo. NWA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING 12/2/89 (00:45:30) The Dynamic Dudes come looking for revenge when they take on the Midnight Express. J-Tex in 6-man action with Muta, Buzz Sawyer, and the Dragon Master in the ring. See what happens when a reluctant job guy decides mid-move that he doesn't want to take the Frankensteiner. YIKES! Gordon Solie hosts the Starrcade report. Promos from Cornette and the Midnights, Flair, Sting, the Roadies, Buzz Sawyer & Gary Hart. More action with Ranger Ross, Doom, Lex Luger, Sting, and the New Zealand Militia with Lord Littlebrook. Norman takes the KEY from Teddy Long to complete his face turn! Plus, Ric Flair promises the biggest surprise of his wrestling career!NWA MAIN EVENT 12/3/89 (01:02:20) Promos kick things off as Jim Cornette, Bobby Eaton, and Ric Flair discuss their upcoming World Title Match later in the program! 6-Man action with the Wild Samoans. Doom vs. Ranger Ross & Tommy Rich replay. Promos from the Roadies and Lex Luger. Gordon Solie talks Starrcade. And in the main event OF the Main Event, Ric Flair defends his NWA World Championship against “Beautiful” Bobby Eaton, in their first-ever 1-on-1 encounter! We even discuss the fallout with Jim Herd complaining NWA RATINGS HIT A NEW RECORD FOR 1989 (01:11:33) Did the Midnights vs. The Dudes draw the highest rating of the year? Can it be true? Listen as we break down the weekend ratings!NWA POWER HOUR 12/8/89 (01:14:36) Buzz Sawyer & Gary Hart join Terry Funk's Grill for a heated exchange! Kevin Sullivan battles Scott Armstrong. Gordon Solie gives his Starrcade predictions on WNN. The New Zealand Militia in action with manager Lord Littlebrook. Plus, 8-Man action at the Road Warriors & Steiners team up to take on The Cuban Assassin, Mike Awesome, Bob Cook, and THE IRON SHEIK RETURNS! Closing comments from the Steiners, the Roadies, and JR & Cornette give their Starrcade predictions! Plus, Woman wins WRESTLER of the week, find out why! NWA WORLDWIDE 12/9/89 (01:24:08) Tuxedo Terry and the Crispy Cruiser host the show with action featuring U.S. Champ Lex Luger, Tag Champs the Steiners, “Mad Dog” Buzz Sawyer, the Midnight Express, Sting battles “Galaxian” Danny Davis, and Ron Simmons takes on Johnny Rich. Interviews with the Roadies, Luger, and Ric Flair. Plus, it's final Starrcade hype as Jim Ross, Kevin Sullivan, Terry Funk, Jim Cornette, and Joe Pedicino all talk Starrcade predictions.NWA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING 12/9/89 (01:37:21) Jim Ross & Kevin Sullivan host action involving the Steiners, SST, Sting, Z-Man, Doom, Dynamic Dudes, Lex Luger, Buzz Sawyer, Great Muta, and Kendall Windham returns! Promos from the likes of the Roadies, Teddy Long, Sting, Doom, Buzz Sawyer & Gary Hart. Teddy Long puts a $350 Bounty in “Mostly American Dollars” on the head of Norman, and the Cuban Assassin is the first man up for the challenge. Jim Cornette tells a funny Johnny Ace story. Tommy Rich meets Capt. Mike Rotunda in what winds up being referee Tommy Young's final match due to a severe neck injury during the bout. It's the Midnight Express' $10,000 Triple Challenge, but can the MX outlast the likes of… Bruce Wayne & Dick Grayson? I smell an angle there! PLUS, Ric Flair's big surprise is out of the bag when ARN ANDERSON makes his RETURN TO THE NWA as he aids Ric Flair & Ole Anderson in a fight with J-Tex. All of that, and we hear from the rechristened FOUR HORSEMEN! NWA MAIN EVENT 12/10/89 (02:05:42) NWA Tag Team Champions the Steiners defend against the SST. The Midnight Express have their hands full with Johnny Rich and the mysterious Stargazer. Plus, Kendall Windham takes on Powerhouse Tim Parker, and Lex Luger has some final words before Starrcade! EVEN MORE NWA NEWS (02:10:29) We discuss another weekend of TV ratings in the NWA. Plus, Samu is suspended, and the NWA receives a cease and desist from Bob Segar!It's all the final build to the NWA Starrcade '89 “FUTURE SHOCK” Watch-Along episode dropping next Wednesday!
With Halloween Havoc in the books, we head into the first 2 weeks of November '89 as the NWA wastes no time building towards their next supercard – Clash of the Champions IX “New York Knockout”. Terry Funk and Ric Flair lay it all on the line as they discuss their upcoming “I QUIT” Match. The Steiners nearly kill a guy. Gordon Solie hits another home run. J-Tex unveils Mr. J. Ratings are on an upswing. Dr. Death vs. Sid Vicious! Norman finds a friend. A rare 4-Corner Elimination match in 1989! Woman has a good IDEAR. The THIRD Laurinaitis brother makes his debut. Plus, November begins “Dream Match” month…. But who's the one doing the dreaming? Follow us on Twitter @RasslinGrenade , home of the FREE PRIZE GIVEAWAYVisit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.comPlease Subscribe to Patreon to help keep us going, 14 Tiers to choose from!!! https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes a $5 "All Access" Tier featuring our Patreon Watch-Along Series of PPV Events, Coliseum Video collection, and so much more!Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be! Timestamps below for easy navigation. NWA NOTES & NEWS (00:02:36) - Da Meltz comments on Thunderdome - We have NEWWWW NWA World Tag Team Champions! - Lord Littlebrook arrives to save the Militia! - EL GIGANTE SIGNS! - House Shows are on an upswing - Joe Pedicino spoils DOOM - Dissension in J-Tex - Starrcade '89 - Fans are fooled by the name/date of Halloween Havoc - Clash IX – I QUIT MATCH NWA Power Hour 11/3/89 (00:14:31) Ric Flair joins Terry Fun's Grill to talk their upcoming “I Quit” Match at the Clash! It's our very first “Dream Match” (that's a stretch) for the November to Remember Dream Match Month, featuring Tag Champs the Freebirds defending against Tommy Rich & Ranger Ross. Dr. Death meets a Rude Dog. Plus, 6-Man action with the SST & Samoan Savage vs. Dick Murdoch, Scott Hall, and Eddie Gilbert! NWA Pro 11/4/89 (00:24:55) Lance Russell and Bob Caudle on the call with matches featuring the Road Warriors, Steiners, Sting, Dr. Death, The Freebirds, and more. Promos from Flyin' Brian, Gary Hart, Terry Funk, Ric Flair, the Roadies, Skyscrapers & Teddy Long. Plus, we get a very early look at SOFTBALL Sid Vicious! NWA Worldwide 11/4/89 (00:38:14) A RARE 4-Corner Elimination Match for $5,000 headlines the show featuring “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert vs. Flyin' Brian vs. Wild Bill Irwin vs. The Cuban Assassin! Promos from Gilbert, Pillman, Doom & Woman, Steiners, Terry Funk, and the Birds. Action with World Champion Ric Flair, Doom, and U.S. Champ Lex Luger vs. King Cobra. Plus, Gary Hart talks Mr. J's revenge against America for the Hiroshima bombings… Jeeze NWA World Championship Wrestling 11/4/89 (00:47:06) More than a dozen matches on the program involving the likes of Sting, the Roadies, Flyin' Brian, Steiners, Z-Man, Dr. Death, Tommy Rich, the Midnights, Muta, and the SST. Norman continues his teddy bear collection at the displeasure of Teddy Long. Doom makes a rare appearance with Kevin Sullivan as manager. Jim Ross talks with both Terry Funk and Ric Flair about their “I Quit” Match at the Clash. Promos from Teddy Long, Lex Luger, Kahuna Humperdink and his Samoans. We get our very first STARRCADE '89 Ad! A disappointed Jim Cornette is CONTRACTUALLY OBLIGATED to appear at the Clash! In our next “Dream Match” (another stretch), The Cuban Assassin takes on Ranger Ross in a FLAG MATCH, but both are in for a very BIG surprise. All of that, plus, Woman has a Good IDEAR! NWA Main Event 11/5/89 (01:25:45) Flyin' Bryan battles Capt. Mike Rotunda in the main event, with Lex Luger lurking around ringside. Plus, action with Doom, Eddie Gilbert, and more. The Birds talks the Roadies at Clash 9, and Jim Ross interviews Terry Funk & Ric Flair once more as they talk PRIDE and the upcoming “I Quit” Match. Doom NWA Ratings are on a rise! (01:31:23) Things are looking up for the NWA as their TV ratings are on the rise for the first time in nearly a YEAR! NWA Power Hour 11/10/89 (01:34:39) Corny visits Disney Land… Sort of. Norman takes on Tommy Rich. Doom in action. Gordon Solie breaks down the Funk vs. Flair “I QUIT” Match as only he can. This week's Funk's Grill with more Gordon Solie! Plus, an excellent TV main event featuring U.S. Champion Lex Luger defending against Capt. Redneck, Dick Murdoch! NWA Pro Quick Results 11/11/89 (01:53:!6) Featuring the Dynamic Dudes, the Z-Man, the SST, Doom, Flyin' Brian, and more NWA Worldwide 11/11/89 (01:54:04) In-ring action with World Champion Ric Flair, Dan Spivey, Norman, Tommy Rich, the Freebirds, and Flyin' Brian battles the Cuban Assassin. Chris Cruise speaks with Terry Funk and Ric Flair. Promos from Brian Pillman, Lex Luger, Jimmy Garvin, Gary Hart & Mr. J. Jim Ross talks to the Road Warriors. Plus, the Steiner Brothers DESTROY poor Danny Marlowe! NWA World Championship Wrestling 11/11/89 (02:10:35) FINALLY, A REAL DREAM MATCH! WHEN DR. DEATH FACES BIG SID VICIOUS! Fun tag action when Sting teams with Flyin' Brian to take on the State Patrol. Ric Flair meets Lee Scott, with Terry Funk standing by. In the second Dream Match of the night, the Italian Stallion replaces an injured Tommy Rich to take on The Great Muta for the TV Title in a surprisingly competitive encounter. Dr. Death has a present for Norman, and Teddy Long doesn't approve. Interviews with Dr. Death, Woman, Lex Luger, and final words from Ric Flair before the Clash. Action with the likes of Ron Simmons of Doom, Norman, the Steiners, Z-Man, Samoan Savage, Midnight Express, Ranger Ross, and the SST. Plus, for those who are gluttons for punishment, Michael Hayes returns to do color commentary this week. NWA Main Event 11/12/89 (02:31:31) The new attitude Midnight Express take on Eddie Gilbert & Tommy Rich, with an unexpected appearance by Jim Cornette and the Dudes. Flyin' Brian goes one-on-one with Freebirds Jimmy Garvin. And the Z-Man takes on legendary journeyman Pat Rose. EVEN MORE NWA NEWS! (02:36:12)- The Roadies Re-sign! - TV Ratings continue to climb!
It's been a wild two weeks with 4 funerals and a blizzard, but we were determined to keep this Podcast train a-rollin'. Ray was attending 4 separate funerals while Steve was able to sneak in a well-deserved mini-vacation with the family. When it was time to get back to recording, mother nature presented us with a snowstorm that wreaked havoc (or as Tom Zenk would say, “Ha-Vock”) on our internet connection. Bound and determined over the course of multiple days of recording (and thanks in part to an all-nighter of some solid editing skillz from yours truly :P ) we were able to get this puppy out right on time! We're on the road to the NWA's Halloween Havoc '89, featuring THUNDERDOME! Angles galore as we build to the PPV and beyond. Lex Luger has a crash landing when he meets Air Pillman. There's dissension between Cornette's teams of the Dudes and the Midnights. Kevin Sullivan is revealed as a member of Doom, for now! We say goodbye to Missy Hyatt for '89 and the return of Hawk and Sting to the ring. The Z-Man has trouble pronouncing his words. Plus, Ric Flair names OLE ANDERSON as their designated Terminator for THUNDERDOME!!! Follow us on Twitter @RasslinGrenade , home of the FREE PRIZE GIVEAWAY Visit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.com Please Subscribe to Patreon to help keep us going, 14 Tiers to choose from!!! https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopia Includes a $5 "All Access" Tier featuring our Patreon Watch-Along Series of PPV Events, Coliseum Video collection, and so much more! Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be! Timestamps below for easy navigation. NWA October '89 Notes & News (00:02:40) - We found a missing segment from Worldwide Wrestling from Sept 23rd! - The Main Event for October 1st gets shaded by TBS - Turner brass cracks down! We talk the edict of the NWA being informed that their shows containing physical violence, can no longer contain… physical violence… OR verbal threats during promos… Sorry Turner Execs but do you comprehend how wrestling works??? - We look at the October 8th OMNI card results featuring Sting vs. Gary Hart??? And Flair vs. Funk in an “I QUIT” Match NWA Power Hour 10/6/89 (00:16:22) Bear with Steve's brief audio interference (damn snowstorms!) as we are introduced to the infamous THUNDERDOME vignette, featuring Big Bully Busick!!! Plus, Woman joins Terry Funk's Grill where the Funker has written her a song. The Z-Man in action. Road Warrior Animal vs. Jacko Victory. And, The Dudes vs. Cuban Assassin & Mike Rotunda (with Stan Lane on commentary doing a fantastic job of continuing the Dudes/MX storyline) NWA Pro 10/7/89 (00:36:03) World Champion Ric Flair takes on Dick Slater! The Freebirds attack the Midnights, and the Dudes come to make the save… But do the Midnights want the Dudes' help??? Action with Norman the Lunatic, the Steiners, and the Birds. Promos from Teddy Long, Road Warrior Animal, Lex Luger, Jim Cornette, Rick Steiner & Missy Hyatt. What does Joe Pedicino Know this week? Plus, a new Woman Vignette from her Parlor. NWA Worldwide 10/7/89 (00:58:16) Terry Funk cuts a spooky Halloween themed promo. Lex Luger talks Flyin' Brian. Action with the Z-Man, the Steiners, the Midnights, the SkyScrapers. Plus we hear from Sting, Ric Flair, Cornette's band of the Midnights, Dudes and Dr. Death, plus it's official… Roadies vs. Scrapers at Havoc!!! NWA World Championship Wrestling 10/7/89 (01:10:34) This is night 2 of our recording and the internet was back in full swing at (01:22:45) A LOADED SHOW!!! A star is born when Brian Pillman accepts Lex Luger's Open Challenge, hear what happens when Lex first accepts, then postpones the match in a tremendous 3-segment arc over the course of the program that leads to Luger getting a little more than he bargained for. Ranger Ross takes on evil foreigner Cuban Assassin. Stan Lane has questions for Jim Cornette as the issues intensify. Teddy Long gets confused about what a contract signing is. Promos with Gary Hart, Woman, the Steiners w/Missy, Michael Hayes, Cornette, Flair, Funk, Animal & Ellering, and even the Dudes actually speak! Action with the likes of the Dudes, Tommy Rich, the Midnights, the Skyscrapers, Road Warrior Animal, Rick Steiner, and we learn the Z-Man is Tom Zenk. Plus, it's the final appearance of Missy Hyatt in 1989. Missy, this BOINGS for you! NWA Main Event 10/8/89 (01:44:55) Dr. Death teams with the Midnights in 6-Man action. Terry Funk and Gary Hart hard sell the Omni and Thunderdome. The Steiners talk Doom as Scotty shows off his swollen-shut eye, but how did he REALLY get it??? Jim Ross interviews Woman, and By Gawd, she's looking all the way live. Plus, the Skyscrapers take on “Wildfire” Tommy Rich & Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert. NWA Power Hour 10/13/89 (01:58:26) Hawk returns to action as the Road Warriors take on the New Zealand Militia. It's Gordon Solie's WNN as he talks Havoc, Strip Searches, and the THUNDERDOME... It's Electric-Fying… Action with Ric Flair vs. Slater, Norman. Jim Cornette insults an entire island of people! Plus, it's comedy hour in Funk's Grill with guests The Steiner Brothers. NWA Pro 10/14/89 (02:09:05) Another tremendous episode of TV here when the Dudes team with the Midnights in an amazingly booked piece of their storyline. Woman unveils KEVIN SULLIVAN as a member of her stable!!! Action involving Lex Luger, the Z-Man, the Roadies, and Terry Funk teams with the Great Muta! Interviews with the Steiners, the Roadies, Jim Cornette, Pillman, Funk & Gary Hart. Z-Man talks Halloween HA-VOCK. Plus, Ric Flair & Sting reveal their TERMINATOR for Thunderdome and it's a DOOZY! NWA Worldwide 10/14/89 (02:29:38) Jim Cornette talks the issues between the Midnights and the Dudes. The trio of Flair, Sting, and Pillman talk Halloween Havoc. Lex Luger has comments for Flyin' Brian. The Steiners are ready for Doom. And another Scary Terry Funk promo. Action involving the Steiners, Animal, and the Midnights team with Dr. Death. Joe Pedicino… a sexist, or just sexless? Plus, Trent Knight hears his first (and last?) “WE WANT TRENT” chant!!! NWA World Championship Wrestling 10/14/89 (02:36:47) Another STACKED episode building up to Halloween Havoc… Lex Luger shines again this week in yet another 3-segment arc on the show. First, the U.S. Champ interrupts an instant replay call to talk trash on Brian Pillman. Then, during a Pillman squash, Lex can't help but attack the man who humiliated him last week in what turns into a wild brawl. Finally, Gene Ligon gets his very first promo on NWA TV, and Lex Luger isn't in the mood to hear it! Sting returns to the ring after an ankle injury! TV Champion the Great Muta vs. Fantastics' Bobby Fulton. Jim Cornette shoots on the treatment of the NWA vs. MLB. Mike Rotunda faces the Italian Stallion. Action with Norman, Tommy Rich, the Z-Man, the Skyscrapers, Steiners, the Midnights team with Doc, and the Dudes in action with TWO Ace Crushers! Promos with the Roadies, Terry Funk, Gary Hart, Steiners, and Z-Man talks Ha-Vock. And, we have an Elvira sighting! Plus, Sting & Ric Flair introduce OLE ANDERSON as their Terminator for Thunderdome! NWA Main Event 10/15/89 (03:01:25) We couldn't find the footage but we talk results when Dr. Death challenges Lex Luger for the U.S. Title in the main event, of the… Main Event!
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We head into September '89 in the NWA with the Sting & Flair vs. J-Tex feud headlining the upcoming Clash 8 card. Plus, Syndication is all out of whack as segments on NWA Pro seem to be WEEKS BEHIND. Meanwhile, over on World Wide, the NWA reaches another new low when they air promos meant to be shown AFTER the Clash with several of the wrestlers giving away the finishes to the Clash 8 matches… THAT HAVEN'T HAPPENED YET! Oh, NWA. Follow us on Twitter @RasslinGrenade , home of the FREE PRIZE GIVEAWAY Visit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.com Please Subscribe to Patreon to help keep us going, 14 Tiers to choose from!!! https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopia Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be! Timestamps below for easy navigation. AUGUST '89 VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH (00:04:24) Who will take home the August '89 VIP JOTM Trophy? Is there even a doubt?!? RIP STEVE CASEY (00:08:08) We touch on the recent passing of 1989 NWA Competitor Steve Sasser (AKA Steve Casey/Stave Dane). You can listen to our full salute to the career of Steve Casey here at our WCNN report of his passing https://wrestlecopia.com/wcnn/wcnn-steve-casey-dane/ NWA Power Hour 9/1/89 (00:10:57) We kick off Labor Day weekend as The Road Warriors invade Funk's Grill, Gordon Solie talks the Clash, Jim Cornette ribs poor Joe Pedicino, Tommy Rich vs. Wild Bill Irwin, the Cuban Assassin takes on a Ding Dong, and STING VS. THE GREAT MUTA headline the program!!! Plus, KLONDIKE BILL MAKES AN APPEARANCE!!! NWA Pro 9/2/89 (00:31:07) The syndication issues reach an all-time low as we try to figure out how far BEHIND the current product Pro is and how far AHEAD WorldWide is. Because NWA, UGH. World Champion Ric Flair battles the Cuban Assassin, the SST launch Lee Scott into orbit AGAIN, Lance Russell names the enzuigiri, plus action with the Freebirds, the Midnights, the Steiners, Flyin' Brian, and Pedicino Knows has overstayed it's welcome. We relive Rick Steiner and Robin Green's first date at the Atlanta Zoo. What a B*tch! Terry Funk talks, and we talk a fantasy 3 Horsemen. Plus, Dave Meltzer loses his mind when ROLLERGAMES RETURNS TO TV! NWA World Wide Wrestling 9/2/89 (56:33) As far behind as the Pro show is, Worldwide is a week ahead of the current product and it's making things really hard to keep track of. Darn you NWA! World Champion Ric Flair defends against Wild Bill Irwin, plus action with the Birds, the Steiners, the Roadies, and Sid. What a lineup! Plus, interviews from Teddy Long, Terry Funk & Gary Hart, the Birds, Flair & Pillman, and Lex Luger says he's bigger than the U.S. title. NWA World Championship Wrestling 9/2/89 (01:14:17) The Braves run long as we join this episode of WCW in progress, but just in time for a Tommy Rich match! Wahoo McDaniel joins commentary for action with the SST, Dan Spivey, the Birds and Promos from the Steiners, Ric Flair, Sting, Road Warriors, Michael Hayes, Tommy Rich's insults on the mic are about as effective as his offense in the ring. Plus, Music Videos galore, including the infamous Dynamic Dudes Jazzersizing video! NWA Main Event 9/3/89 (01:25:42) It's ARMBAR MANIA as “Wildfire” Tommy Rich takes on Ron Simmons in a match that goes on forever.. and ever… and ever… Just ask Steve! NWA Power Hour 9/8/89 (01:29:13) It's a monster 8-Man Tag Main Event with the Steiners teaming with the Roadies to take on the SST & The Freebirds. J-Tex joins Funk's Grill. Gordon Solie talks the Clash. Jim Cornette roasts Jim Ross and his Sooners. Action with Flyin' Brian & Tommy Rich. Plus, U.S. Champion Lex Luger vs. Ranger Ross coming to Twitter: watch as the Total Package slips off the middle rope and takes a nosedive to the mat! RIGHT IN THE SCHNOZ! NWA Syndicated Issues (01:40:55) The syndication timeline woes continue. Even though NWA Pro for 9/9 is MIA, we discuss once more how behind the times the program is and what exactly is going wrong behind the scenes with the NWA production staff. NWA World Wide Wrestling 9/9/89 (01:42:47) Okay, NOW the NWA hits an all-time low when they air Post Match Promos discussing results from Clash 8…. BEFORE THE CLASH HAPPENS!!! First, Jim Ross interviews Robin Green about her interference at the Clash, THAT HASN'T HAPPENED YET! Then, Terry Funk & Gary Hart discuss their dastardly attack on Ric Flair at the Clash, THAT ALSO HASN'T HAPPENED YET!!! Plus, the Midnights vs. The Militia, and more with the Skyscrapers, Flyin' Brian, the Roadies, Lex Luger, and Tommy Rich. Plus, the Fan's Man Joe Pedicino smells cheeseburgers… and dissension between Missy Hyatt & Robin Green. NWA World Championship Wrestling 9/9/89 (02:04:56) Until now, it was thought that only 15 minutes of this show existed… but no more! It's here, the full 2 HOUR VERSION of the September 9th WCW program! Wahoo McDaniel joins for commentary once more as we see Ranger Ross vs. Bill Irwin, Flyin Brian takes on Eddie Gilbert, the battle of the Mikes with Capt. Mike Rotunda vs. future star Mike Awesome, and a candidate for worst match of the year as Sid Vicious meets Scott Hall. The Z-Man is coming 9/12/89! There's a new TV Champion and his name is Muta. We're gifted an encore presentation of the NEW Robin Green vignette. Squashes galore with the Birds, the Steiners, the Midnights, and U.S. Champ Lex Luger. Clash 8 hype to the tune of Feud Video packages, plus College Football breaks with Craig Sager, and the AMERICAN GLADIATORS are coming so check your local listings! But that's not all, RARE audio of promos including The J-Tex Corporation, Lex Luger, Teddy Long & his Skyscrapers, Gordon Solie talks the Clash, and Ric Flair & Sting join the Danger Zone. Listen as Flair buries Paul E. shortly before firing him in real life, #politics. Plus, listen as host Ray Russell shares a Z-MAN STORY you won't want to miss!!! NWA Main Event 9/10/89 (02:47:45) It's the rematch we never knew we needed when we witness ARMBAR MANIA 2 – this time Tommy Rich teams with “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert to take on the Sheik's Army of Ron Simmons and The Cuban Assassin. Plus, the final countdown to Clash 8 “Fall Brawl”. This all takes us to the Clash of the Champions 8 “Fall Brawl” on Sept. 12, 1989. The Clash 8 he Watch-Along is also now available at Episode 19 of the Wrestling Memory Grenade! Enjoy the fun with Episode 21 and come back next week when we knock out THREE WEEKS of NWA '89 goodness to close out the month of September in what is sure to be an ultra-mega-mass edition of the show!
The Great American Bash Watch-Along is in the books but we keep on truckin' through the summer of '89 with new stars, new stories, and some unfinished business! Follow us on Twitter @RasslinGrenade Visit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.com Please Subscribe to Patreon to help keep us going, 14 Tiers to choose from!!! https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopia With the Bash PPV behind us, we move forward with another two weeks of NWA news and action for the weekends of July 28 and August 4, 1989. WrestleCopia Podcast Network (00:05:26)What's going on in the world of WrestleCopia brand and the Grenade? PATREON NEWS, PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO KEEP US GOING IN 2021! (00:07:11) Let us know you're there, let us know you care. Please subscribe! Your choice of 14 Tiers, as low as a $1 Tier just to show your support. Help keep the Grenade and the Copia Podcast Network going in 2021 by subscribing to a Tier that best suits you. Constant additions to our Watch-Along Tier, the Power Hour Podcast Tier, and so many more. Patreon.com/Wrestlecopia A quick look at the Free Prize Giveaway Contest (00:10:08) The Exodus of Ricky Steamboat (00:10:50) Jim Herd can't seem to come to terms on a new contract with the Dragon, and Steamer shockingly walks. Where does this leave the Total Package as far as challengers for his U.S. Title goes? The Conclusion of the Bash Tour (00:17:24) We take a lake at the final leg of the Bash Tour. How did the houses fair post Bash PPV? NWA Power Hour 7/28 - 29/89 (00:21:25) The Braves go 17 Inning (and lose) causing the Power Hour to air LATE, LATE at night! It's the battle of two friends as part of the NWA Top 10 rankings when “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert takes on “Wildfire” Tommy Rich. The storytelling from Paul E and Lance Russell in the Rich vs. Gilbert match is a thing of beauty. Gordon Solie breaks down the entire Bash PPV. Norman the… Clown(?) is the guest on Funk's Grill. Scott Hall & Ranger Ross vs. New Zealand Militia. Missy Hyatt's cups over-floweth. Plus, Dan Spivey vs. Johnny Rich outs new meaning to the term “Extended Squash”. NWA Pro 7/29/89 (00:35:05) From Amarillo, hometown hero Terry Funk receives the cheers against Big Scott Hall. Dr. Death takes on Wild Bill Irwin. Gary Hart talks the vacant TV Title. Mike Rotunda issues a challenge to Dr. Death, and Doc accepts with an added stipulation. More action from Sting, the Midnight Express, Mike Rotunda, and Norman runs into stuff. Scott Hall cuts his very first (and probably last) NWA promo. Plus, Doc channels his inner Hacksaw Duggan. Hooo! NWA Worldwide 7/29/89 (00:51:19) The show opens with Rick Steiner doing his best Iron Sheik impersonation, and concludes with Rick taking on the Sheik in a hilarious contest that sees Steiner make Sheik HUMBLE! This may be Sheik's last entertaining match of his career! Highlights of that match on Twitter right now @RasslinGrenade ! In-ring action with Terry Funk, the SST, Norman, & Flyin' Brian. The Skyscrapers meet Johnny & Davey Rich. Plus, promos from Terry Funk, Scott Steiner, Lex Luger, and….. RICKY STEAMBOAT??? NWA World Championship Wrestling 7/29/89 (01:09:50) In a major production snafu, Mike Rotunda challenges Dr. Death to a scientific match, but they play the wrong rebuttal with Doc giving away the outcome of the match… BEFORE IT AIRS NEXT WEEK!!! The Steiner Brothers battle The Iron Sheik & Ron Simmons. SkyScrapers & Norman team up vs. Tommy, Johnny, AND Davey Rich. Action with Sting, Flyin' Brian, and the already departed RICKY STEAMBOAT. Plus, hear what the Funker has in common with the WHOOPING CRANE! NWA Main Event 7/30/89 (01:32:32) Jim Ross hosts as Paul E. is “running late” to avoid discussing his losses at the Bash. Dick Murdoch teams with Eddie Gilbert, along with 49ers legend John Ayers in their corner, to take on Wild Bill Irwin and Norman. We get another look at the Ding Dongs, and I swear to you, they're slightly less terrible here than earlier matches. In a throwback to 1980 WTBS the Iron Sheik faces Tommy Rich. Plus, Ric Flair talks the fallout from the Bash, Co-host Steve Eckstat feels bad for Joe Pedicino, AND Paul E. finally arrives at the studio! MONDAY WARFARE: THE BATTLES WITHIN (01:44:54) Follow us @MondayWarfare and listen to our sister Podcast, Monday Warfare! It was the WWF vs. WCW. Raw vs. Nitro. The Monday Night War. The Ratings War. The nWo. The Attitude Era. While everyone discusses who won the war, it's truly the battles within the war that made this weekly episodic rivalry so exciting. We break it all down from episode reviews to backstage news, to those ever-important TV ratings! QUICK NOTE: For the weekend of August 4th – 6th, Ray goes into his own master tapes in his “Archives” (A/K/A his Storage Room) to find the most complete form of each episode possible. He uncovers 4 complete episodes of NWA TV for the weekend! Cha-ching! NWA Power Hour 8/4/89 (01:45:36) How's THIS for a main event… Sting & Dr. Death vs. Terry Funk & Terry Gordy!!! Gordon Solie announces the departure of Ricky Steamboat from the NWA. Eddie Gilbert battles the Bounty Hunter while Missy and Rick Steiner eat popcorn, no lie! Scott Steiner meets Rip Morgan of the Militia. Norman returns to Funk's Grill and brings Teddy Long with him. Plus, there's an overhaul of the NWA Top 10, and introducing THE FAN SCAN. NWA Worldwide 8/5/89 (02:02:56) OH BOY!!! See what happens when a job guy decides he's going to NO SELL THE SKYSCRAPERS!!! (Full match currently on Twitter @RasslinGrenade !) Production continues to drop the ball as they air Luger and Steamboat promos hyping “upcoming No DQ matches”. How's this for a hidden gem, The Dong Dongs battle the New Zealand Militia! Action with Scott Steiner, Terry Funk, and Dr. Death. Promos Galore with Sting, Funk, Flair, Bill Irwin, and more Fan Scan nonsense. Plus World Tag Team Champion Freebirds vs. Johnny & Davey Rich NWA World Championship Wrestling 8/5/89 (02:27:13) It's the hard sell for the final stop on the Bash tour at the Omni! Gary Hart cohosts with Jim Ross. Rick Steiner replaces Steamboat to face Lex Luger for the U.S. Title in the Omni, and Rick has bought himself a front-row ticket, to watch… himself wrestle??? Michael Hayes invades the Danger Zone. Matches with the Road Warriors, SkyScrapers, and Tommy Rich. Promos from Flair, Sting, Funk, Lex, and Rick Steiner. Sting teams with Eddie Gilbert in the main event to take on the New Zealand Militia. A wild brawl ensues between Sting & Flair vs. Muta & Funk. And the Nature Boy steals, wears, and dances in Terry Funk's Cowboy Boots!!! Wooo! NWA Main Event 8/6/89 (02:48:23) World Tag Champ Freebirds defend against The Dynamic Dudes. Mike Rotunda offers Steve Casey his Letter Jacket if he's caught cheating. Plus, the Midnights vs. The Militia. Last Stop On The Bash Tour – The Omni 8/6/89 (02:56:37) It's the final night of the Bash and it doesn't disappoint. We look at the results from the show, a major change in a key match on the card, and more! RIC FLAIR BECOMES BOOKER OF THE NWA AND MORE!!! (03:00:38) A quick look at some of the topics for next week's episode as Ric Flair becomes the new head booker of the NWA, more new names headed in, and the biggest Production faux pas to date, and quite possibly in all of NWA/WCW History!!!
This week on John Arezzi’s Pro Wrestling Spotlight Then & Now, John & The Great Brian Last look at the original broadcast of Pro Wrestling Spotlight from September 16, 1990! John is joined in-studio by PWI’s Bob Smith! Joe Pedicino calls in to talk about his new project! Tony Rumble & ICW Champion Vic Steamboat … Continue reading Episode 72: September 16, 1990 → The post Episode 72: September 16, 1990 appeared first on John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Then & Now.
We're another step closer to the Great American Bash “Glory Days”! Hosts Ray and Steve take a look at the first two weeks of July 1989, including TV reviews, Bash Tour ticket sales compared to years past, plus the June '89 VIP Jobber of the Month and the NWA Top 10!!!Follow us on Twitter @RasslinGrenadeVisit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.com Please Subscribe to Patreon to help keep us going, 14 Tiers to choose from!!! https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopia Scott Steiner debuts the Blockbuster Suplex AND THE FRANKENSTEINER. Plus, JR coins the phrase “Steinerline” for brother Rick. The SST have 3 attempts to launch Lee Scott into orbit… and they succeed!!! We see our first angle involving BLOOD here in 1989 as the Funker attacks Sting WITH A BRANDING IRON TO THE SKULL!!! Find out what happens when the Freebirds refuse to sell for Dr. Death. Plus, the in-ring debuts of “Wildfire” Tommy Rich and Flyin' Brian Pillman, and Ric Flair's Press Conference addressing the future of his wrestling career. And before they were stars… a look at Mike Awesome and “Glacier” Ray Lloyd paying their dues here as job guys. It's a stacked 2 weeks you won't want to miss!!! WrestleCopia Podcast Network News (00:04:24) What's going on in the world of WrestleCopia and the Grenade? Monday Warfare: The Battles Within Launches (00:06:06) Our very first episode of Monday Warfare, chronicling the Monday Night War from the very beginning, launched on November 9th and will continue to post each and every Monday morning! Visit WrestleCopia.com or any of your favorite Podcast Streaming Apps to give it a listen right now! PATREON NEWS, PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO KEEP US GOING! (00:06:48) Let us know you're there, let us know you care. Please subscribe! Your choice of 14 Tiers, as low as a $1 Tier just to show your support. Help keep the Grenade and the Copia Podcast Network going in 2021 by subscribing to a Tier that best suits you. Patreon.com/Wrestlecopia JUNE ‘89 VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH (00:09:44) Lee Scott continues to impress but see who knocked the Two-Time-Two-Time VIP Jobber of the Month off the mountain top. There's a NEW Jobber of the Month in town. Find out who he is right now! JUNE 1989 NWA TOP 10 (00:12:02) He pokes Gators with a Stick… and Women with his…. Well, you know… “Gator” Scott Hall cracks the Top 10 this month! THE 1989 NWA BASH TOUR (00:13:34) Ray breaks down the first half of the 1989 Great American Bash Tour, comparing this year's ticket sales with years prior. We discuss everything from the Tour Main Event of Terry Funk vs. Sting being canceled for the first leg of the tour due to injury, to events drawing less than 1,000 fans, to the NWA completely CANCELING cities due to poor ticket sales. Find out where the '89 Tour matches up with previous Bash tours. Spoiler alert… Not well. NWA Power Hour 6/30/89 (00:30:37) TV Champion Sting defends against Ron Simmons. 6-Man action with All 3 Freebirds taking on Dr. Death, Rick Steiner, and Eddie Gilbert! It's the TV DEBUT of Flyin' Brian Pillman as well as the final taped match of Ricky Santana in the NWA. U.S. Champion Lex Luger is the guest this week on Funk's Grill. The Skyscrapers continue to dominate. Plus, it's WNN with Gordon Solie who talks the WWF and Jake Roberts' injury, Ric Flair's announcement, and he even creates some #FakeNews for good measure. Uh-uh, BRU-THER! NWA Worldwide 7/1/89 (00:51:16) WE HAVE BLOOD! For the first time in 1989, we get BLOOD when crazy Terry Funk attacks Sting with the Branding Iron!!! The Funker returns later in the program to take on Ricky Santana and grabs a hand full of junk. The SST have a trial run with Lee Scott as a human projectile. 6-Man action with all 3 Freebirds, plus action with Sullivan & Rotunda, Ranger Ross, Jim Cornette speaks, and Scott Hall pokes things with a different stick this week. We even get an early look at the future Glacier, Blood Runs Cold… Plus, it's finally here… Ric Flair makes his special announcement. Will he retire, or will he return to action??? NWA World Championship Wrestling 7/1/89 (01:13:11) THE SST LAUNCH LEE SCOTT INTO ORBIT WITH THE HIGHEST BACKDROP WE'VE EVER SEEN!!! No seriously, go check it out on our Twitter @RasslinGrenade . A pair of debuts for the Steiner Brothers as Jim Ross coins the term “Steinerline” while Scott Steiner debuts his “Blockbuster” Backflip Suplex. “Wildfire” Tommy Rich makes his return to the TBS ring to battle Wild Bill Irwin. The Great Muta takes on the returning Italian Stallion. Terry Funk responds to Ric Flair's Press Conference. Action with the likes of the Skyscrapers, and another appearance from the future Glacier, Blood Runs Colder… Plus, a surprise IN-STUDIO promo from the Nature Boy closes the show. He's Baa-ack, WOOO! NWA Main Event 7/2/89 (01:39:19) It's our second look at THE DING DONGS. Plus, the Skyscrapers continue to dominate, Flyin' Brian makes his singles TV debut against George South, and Dick Murdoch teams with Ranger Ross vs. The New Zealand Militia in the main event. THE RETRO NETWORK NEWS (01:49:03) Head over to TheRetroNetwork.com and Follow them @TRNSocial NWA Power Hour 7/7/89 (01:50;23) SCOTT STEINER DEBUTS THE FRANKENSTEINER!!! It's Funk's Grill with guest Paul E. Dangerously. Flyin' Brian teams with the Dynamic Dudes vs. Wild Bill Irwin and the New Zealand Militia. Scott Steiner has his hands full with the Bounty Hunter (Al Green). Singles action with Wildfire Tommy Rich. Plus, it's Gordon Solie's WNN as he talks the WWF feud between the Ultimate Warrior and Rick Rude, and the NWA TOP 10 FINALLY CHANGES!!! NWA Pro 7/8/89 (02:02:13) Dr. Death takes on all 3 Freebirds, and does a pretty good job before he gets some help to even the odds. The Dynamic Dudes challenge the Freebirds for the World Tag Team Titles. It's the Road Warriors “Ironman” Video. Action involving Norman the Lunatic, “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert, the Skyscrapers, Sullivan & Rotunda, and the SST continue to pick on poor Lee Scott as he's launched one more time into the sky. Interviews with Lex Luger, Terry Funk, and Jim Cornette. Plus, the NWA Top 10 changes TWICE in the same weekend as Ranger Ross manages to crack the list! Hey, who are you to doubt the Ranger?! NWA Worldwide 7/8/89 (02:20:29) U.S. Champion Lex Luger defends again Ranger Ross. Plus, action with the Midnight Express, the Steiner Brothers, Eddie Gilbert, the Skyscrapers, the SST, and Terry Funk takes on the future Glacier, Ray Lloyd. In an odd piece of business, Joe Pedicino demands that Ric Flair take out Terry Funk. Plus, Norman plays the drums… on his head… thanks to the use of a garbage can and a stick. You can't make this stuff up. NWA World Championship Wrestling 7/8/89 (02:34:31) It's THE RETURN OF THE DANGER ZONE with guest Terry Funk! Action with the Tag Champs The Freebirds vs. Randy Rose & Steve Casey, the Midnight Express vs. The New Zealand Militia, Flyin' Brian vs. Cruel Connection, and Scott Steiner continues to try and break his neck on the sensational, yet suicidal Blockbuster Suplex. Ricky Steamboat demands a No DQ match for the U.S. Title at the Bash. Lex Luger responds to Ricky's challenge. Ric Flair promises to KILL Terry Funk at the PPV. Yikes! Plus, Missy Hyatt has been dressing conservatively all Grenade, but she finally gives Ray something to drool over. Hubba, Hubba! The Great American Bash – Boston Garden Results 7/8/89 (02:56:02)We close out the show by looking at Bash results as the NWA invades WWF territory with a stacked card. Hear what happens when the Freebirds refuse to sell to Dr. Death and the Midnights. Jimmy Garvin gets a taste of what happens When “Keepin' It Real Goes Wrong” at the hands of Dr. Death.
The Wrestling Memory Grenade returns with two more big weeks of NWA action for the year 1989. On this episode, we review the weekends of March 25th and April 1st, including the TBS Friday Night Special Event “Countdown to the Clash”, as well as “that show in New Orleans” better known by us fans as Clash of the Champion VI “Ragin' Cajun”, featuring the classic 2 out of 3 fall NWA World Title match between Champion Ricky Steamboat vs. Ric Flair. Plus, thanks to drawing the lowest-rated episode of “WCW” in company history, and refusing to promote the Clash, this episode also marks the end of the George Scott booking era! Things will be a-changing. See what Ray and Steve have to say about the ordeal!NWA Worldwide 3/25/89 (00:04:12)Ric Flair in action! Sting reunites with Lance Russell and then announces he wants to do the “wild thing” with Ric Flair in the ring. Someone needs to have a talk with the Stinger. Barry Windham has his final NWA appearance. The ARN Sheik? Plus, Ron Simmons makes his return to the NWA! NWA World Championship Wrestling 3/25/89 (00:12:54)Michael Hayes replaces Magnum as cohost. Sigh. ANGLE ALERT - Randy Rose has found “LOOPHOLES” and he's back in the NWA, but Paul E. isn't as excited to see him back. The World Champion Ricky Steamboat in action. The always entertaining Iron Sheik gets a sound bite. Ranger Ross is simply doing his job. The Great Muta debuts the “Pearl of the Orient” moniker. The Roadies vs. Yatsu & Jumbo Tsuruta FROM ALL JAPAN! Plus, Rick Steiner discusses his NEW BOAT! Great stuff!NWA Main Event 3/26/89 (00:49:03)We FINALLY get our very first Clash of the Champions Commercial… and we're only 7 days out!!! Did you know it's ABSOLUTELY Free of Charge?!?! Two big matches from the Omni! First, it's Sting vs. Butch Reed in a rematch from Chi-Tow Rumble and it's MUCH better. Then, Cornette's Midnight Express battle Paul E's SST. Plus, “The Pearl of the Orient” The Great Muta!NWA Countdown to the Clash 3/13/89 (00:56:05)We're 48 hours from the Clash and we're treated to a Friday Night TBS Special that nobody knew anything about. This show pushes Steamboat vs. Flair hard, including a debate from champion and challenger, and a special segment with former World Champions and true Hall of Famers, Lou Thesz and Harley Race! Non-Title action with U.S. Tag Champs Eddie Gilbert and Rick Steiner take on Mike Rotunda & Dr. Death. Plus, Jim Ross picks some mystery guests for Paul E's Danger Zone in the form of the Road Warriors. See how Paul E. responds. March 1989 VIP Jobber of the Month (01:15:20)The NWA Top 10 Parody for March 1989 (01:17:00)Kids gets your parent's permission! NWA Pro 4/1/89 (01:18:59)We talk what could have added more heat to the Flair/Steamboat saga. Action involving the new U.S. Tag Team Champions Rick Steiner and Eddie Gilbert, accompanied by the sultry Missy Hyatt (boing!). Six-man tag team action with the Varsity Club. Bob Caudle marks out for the Great Muta's Moonsault. Plus, who were the ORIGINAL members of the Dangerous Alliance?NWA Worldwide 4/1/89 (01:30:12)World Champion Ricky Steamboat joins Lance Russell as cohost of the program this week. The caissons go rolling along with Ranger Ross. More six-man action with the Varsity Club. First Bob Caudle, now Lance Russell, listen as Lance has his mind blown by the Great Muta. Speaking of Muta, Joe Pedicino tries to get himself over as he attempts to expose Muta's identity. NWA World Championship Wrestling 4/1/89 (01:38:34)It's the final show inside WTBS studios. Sigh. And thanks to George Scott, this is the lowest-rated episode of “WCW” in show history. Laminated fan signs return! Shane Douglas makes his NWA debut. Bob Orton makes his return to the area after more than 5 years. Ron Simmons returns to TBS. The Great Muta appears on the Danger Zone, while Gary Hart discusses Muta's “father”, The Great Kabuki. SST squash as Samu murders a guy with a middle rope DDT. More Muta as he takes on both members of the Cruel Connection. U.S. Tag Team Champions Eddie Gilbert & Rick Steiner vs. Kevin Sullivan & Dan Spivey. Plus, Sting captures the TV Title from Mike Rotunda (6 minutes after the allotted time limit) as we get our first look at CENTER STAGE!BEHIND THE SCENES NOTES AND NEWS (02:08:00)Brian Pillman headed in. YAY! Secret Service…. Dennis Condrey? YUCK!Clash ticket presale is less than 1,000 fans. YIKES!Conspiracy Theory… Did Vince pay off George Scott to sabotage the NWA? HmmNWA Clash of the Champions VI - “ Ragin' Cajun ” (02:10:56)It's finally here, “that show in New Orleans”! Are we allowed to call it the Clash yet? We talk at length about the big event. We break down the classic 55+ minute, 2 out of 3 fall bout between World Champion Ricky Steamboat and “Nature Boy” Ric Flair. Plus, The Roadies lose the World Titles (and their first match in 4 years). Seeds are planted for a Teddy Long heel turn, U.S. Tag rematch with Gilbert/Steiner vs. Sullivan/Spivey, the Midnights vs. SST, Reed vs. JYD, Murdoch vs. Orton, Iron Sheik vs. Ranger Ross, and the Great Muta has a showcase match against Steve Casey. Plus, who said Michael Hayes was a better announcer than Jesse Ventura?GEORGE SCOTT IS FIRED!!! (02:48:38)Ding Dong, George Scott is GONE! How does someone manage to have Steamboat vs. Flair headline a FREE TV event and draw the lowest rating in Clash history? Turner was wondering the same thing. Scott gets the boot and a new booking committee is formed. Plus, Jim Cornette and the Midnight Express give their notice, and other post Clash news and notes.Promotional Consideration (02:55:20)Free Prize Giveaway News, Follow us on Twitter for your chance to win an Autographed 1989 promo pic of “The Total Package” Lex Luger. Plus, tons of Retro Network news including a Wrestling edition of SequelQuest, Wayback Wednesday Playlists, and WMG's Ray Russell joins Jason and the gang for an episode of “Bracket Madness” as we decide what the greatest cartoon of the 1980s was. We guarantee you things only pick up from here. With Scott gone, the TV picks up astronomically with nonstop action, angles, and fresh ideas. We hope you give episode #6 a listen and come back next for episode #7, when we tackle the entire month of April, '89.
This week on John Arezzi’s Pro Wrestling Spotlight Then & Now, John & The Great Brian Last look at the original broadcast of Pro Wrestling Spotlight from July 8, 1990! John reviews the NWA Great American Bash, the night Sting defeated Ric Flair for the NWA World Championship, with Steve Beverly & Joe Pedicino! Plus … Continue reading Episode 63: July 8, 1990 → The post Episode 63: July 8, 1990 appeared first on John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Then & Now.
We continue on with 1989 and the fallout of the Chi-Town Rumble PPV. If you fans missed the PPV Watch-Along episode, do yourselves a solid and head back to episode #4 and check it out. It's a whole lot of fun mixed with a ton of discussion about the PPV and the history of wrestling in general.And now it's onto episode #5 as we dissect another FOUR WEEKS of NWA TV where we begin with the weekend following Chi-Town Rumble, Feb. 25th, and continue on through March 19th, 1989. That's a month's worth of reviews in one history-packed jumbo-sized monster edition of the Grenade!As always, along with the TV reviews, we'll have sidebar discussions about a variety of topics going on in the NWA today, including all the latest behind-the-scenes notes and news relevant to the weeks we are covering. Plus it's the February edition of the VIP Jobber of the Month, AND the February '89 NWA Top 10!We know this is a monster-sized edition, so just in case you need to cut it up into a few periods of free time to get it all in, for your convenience we've included Timestamps below for all of the segments on the show so you can keep track of where you left off. Another tremendous show, so what are you waiting for? Dive on in!NWA Notes and News for February and March 1989 (00:04:42)NWA Pro 2/25 (00:09:30)David Crockett just won't go away! Steve Casey tries to get over by stealing his brother's stache. The crowd pops for a Russian Assassins win? Are they trying to force the Fantastics out of the company? We're still trying to identify the Terminators. Based on the card, could this be the worst episode ever?NWA Worldwide 2/25 (00:17:40)The NWA introduces the Green Screen of doom. The Fantastics are Poetry in Motion. Dick Murdoch busts out a KIP UP. Can someone find something for Sting to do (besides cutting promos)? Junkyard Dog never leaves his feet, even for the pin. Ivan Koloff's face turn fizzled out of the gate. And who will be Michael Hayes' teammate on the wheel of partners this week?NWA World Championship Wrestling 2/25 (00:29:10)We're just FIVE DAYS REMOVED from the Chi-Town Rumble PPV and the NWA is GIVING AWAY ALL OF THE FINISHES ON FREE TV???!!! Missy Hyatt returns to manage Hot Stuff. Jim Ross makes a promise he can't keep when he claims he will present an Internationally renowned superstar. If this were 1982 that might be true. Michael Hayes continues to cross the line, and this week he gets bleeped for his troubles. George Scott begins the push for "That Show in New Orleans". Plus the first of three awesome Dan Spivey sound bites, worth the price of admission alone!VIP Jobber of the Month for February 1989 (00:48:41)We're back for the next VIP Jobber of the Month Award! Who will win the trophy this time?It's the NWA Top 10 Parody for the month of February 1989 (00:50:28)NWA Pro 3/4/89 (00:52:17)This is it!!! It's finally here!!! It's David Crockett's FINAL APPEARANCE, I PROMISE! Plus the SST unveil their manager, Michael Hayes continues to spin his Wheel of Partners, and it's time to play Howdy Doody on your coconut with another Dan Spivey sound bite!NWA Worldwide 3/4/89 (01:03:05)Steve and Ray discuss if the SST was handed a manager too soon. We also discuss the new pay scales for some of the top talent. Is it fair that managers are making as much as the wrestlers? And it's the last of 3 Dan Spivey sound bites as he promises to snap, crackle, and pop AT your bones! Plus, is the grass really greener on the other side?? Can it be true, can George Scott be worse than Dusty Rhodes? Lots of discussions on this episode.NWA World Championship Wrestling 3/4/89 (01:16:21)It's the DEBUT of the DANGER ZONE, and Secret Service Jack Victory! More discussions as we talk Missy Hyatt and the First Family and if they work well as faces. Hiro Matsuda scouts his next rock band? Bob Emery EARNS a shot at the TV TItle? Mike Rotunda is christened CAPTAIN of the Varsity Club. Plus, Lex Luger is CLEARLY on a CYCLE, and I don't mean a bike. And, the Iron Sheik is HOW OLD???NWA Main Event 3/5/89 (01:43:52)We get a rematch from the main event from Chi-Town Rumble, no, not Steamboat vs. Flair, I'm talking Kendall vs. Casey, as The Windhams take on Eddie Gilbert and Steve Casey in the main event. Plus, Paul E. mocks former client Randy Rose, and they give away FLAIR VS. STEAMBOAT from Chi-Town Rumble on free TV!!! Just WTF?!?!NWA Pro 3/11/89 (01:52:15)We talk David Crockett's DEATH STARE at Bob Caudle from his final episode last week (images are on our Twitter!). Kevin Sullivan replaces Crockett on commentary. The round mound of sound, Joe Pedicino, makes his NWA debut, as does the NWA HOTLINE! Call 1-900-909-9900 today, or maybe not. Lex Luger uses a Full Nelson and it's just weird. Flair and Steamboat continue to sell their rematch, but we're never told when or where it is. #Stoopid. And we talk Flair's change in demeanor while in the challenger position. Fun stuff all around.NWA Worldwide 3/11/89 (02:00:44)A lackluster card is made up for 100X over by THE DEBUT OF LANCE RUSSELL AS THE NEW HOST!!! Plus, the WWF's American Express reunite, as Spivey and Rotunda team-up for tag team action.NWA World Championship Wrestling 3/11/89 (02:04:53)Capt. Mike begins the $10,000 challenge as he shows off his money in a ratty briefcase, IRS would be disgusted. Jim Cornette talks the SST. Jim Ross is a horn dog for Missy, but isn't impressed by the Sheik. Michael Hayes gets compared to... fertilizer? Makes sense. Ric Flair in action, plus count them, 2 promos with the Nature Boy. We learn who was behind Rick Steiner's "accident" They continue to push "That show in New Orleans". Junkyard Dog does his best Akeem impersonation. And.... "Hot Stuff" Rick Steiner? Just look at the episode image!NWA Main Event 3/12/89 (02:28:36)Dr. Death & Mike Rotunda vs. Dick Murdoch & Michael Hayes. Can you believe Hayes tries to wrestle with Rotunda on the mat? PLEASE! Plus, it's Lex Luger battling Barry Windham.... FROM CHI-TOWN RUMBLE.... Another freebie. Why ever buy a PPV again? NWA Pro 3/18/89 (02:32:21)6-Man Action with the Varisty Club vs. JYD, Michael Hayes, and Steve Casey. The Iron Sheik takes a "bump" to the floor in classic fashion. Seriously, check out the GIF on our Twitter @RasslinGrenade !NWA Worldwide 3/18/89 (02:39:02)Lance Russell and Ric Flair on commentary for the entire episode!!! Plus, Paul E. seeks revenge on Jim Cornette in the form of the SST. And, we have NEWWW United States Tag Team Champions. Oh yeah, and you've GOT to hear this ring announcer! Sound bites galore!NWA World Championship Wrestling 3/18/89 (02:56:29)Business is about to pick up, it's the debut of THE GREAT MUTA! The Danger Zone w/JYD. Kevin Sullivan becomes a Coach. Ranger Ross debuts. Jim Ross does his best Ronald Reagan impersonation. We're only two weeks away but we FINALLY get our very first mention of the Clash, in the form of a bumper. And holy crap, Ricky Steamboat cuts a GOOD promo! Plus, the Windhams take on Lex Luger & Michael Hayes which ends in a wild twist.NWA Main Event (03:21:05)Quickie Results in under a minute! The main event features Ric Flair and Barry Windham vs. Lex Luger & Eddie Gilbert, We wish we could have found this footage. If someone has this footage drop us a message, ASAP!And to close the show, Ray Russell can't hold it back any longer and goes on a George Scott Rant. (03:21:56)
Kris & David are guestless this week to discuss the week-plus that was August 19-25, 2000. We talk about a typically infuriating week for WCW in 2000 with the debut of Misogynist Mike Tenay, a Juggalo invasion, the debut of Ashley Hudson as Crowbar’s doppelgänger, Kevin Nash politics, bad production, bad crowds, Booker T burying Nash, and much more. We also talk about the death of K-1 legend Andy Hug, the newly launched Pro Wrestling NOAH trying to find its footing, Shinjiro Ohtani going on excursion, BattlARTS’s Young Generation Battle, and all of the other goings-on in Japan. We also discuss a wild NWA lineup in New Jersey, the latest moves in the USA Network lawsuit to keep the WWF from leaving for Viacom, XFL developments, and more before settling into the main event of what ended up being the climax of the Triple H/Stephanie McMahon/Kurt Angle love triangle storyline. All that and much more on a jam-packed show, so listen now!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 2:10:00 Japan: Andy Hug, AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, BattlARTS, BJPW, DDT, FMW, Michinoku Pro, Osaka Pro, Toryumon, RINGS, AJW, ARSION, GAEA, JWP, LLPW, & NEO Ladies 2:52:57 Classic Commercial Break 2:56:49 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 3:27:44 Other North America: Mil Mascaras, CMLL, IWRG, Monterrey, Torreon, Tijuana, & IWAPR 3:43:09 Other USA: ECW, Chris Duffy, JAPW, JerseyCW, NWANJ, MarylandCW, Joe Pedicino, NWA Wildside, MemphisCW, MPPW, IWAMS, & UPW 4:37:25 WWF To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://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 ( http://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/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Mikey Falcone (@mikeVSphilly) to discuss the week-plus that was August 4-11, 1990. We talk about the current situation in the NWA behind the scenes as well as the contract situation and how that would affect jumps to the WWF down the road. We also talk about the NWA TV situation in syndication, some "WCW EVERYBODY" moments on TV including the one and only appearance of THE PEARL, New Japan running Korakuen for a full week, Herb Abrams squeezing Rob Russen's IWA out of the SportsChannel America TV deal, “Joe Pedicino's GAS,” the Snowman being MIA in Memphis, the Chris Adams/Steve Austin feud going wild in Dallas, the end of the AWA, and Roddy Piper replacing Jesse Ventura as color commentator on WWF Superstars. All that and tons more on a fun episode this week!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 NWA/WCW 1:27:58 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, WFA convention, CatchWA, Grand Prix, CNWA, EMLL, Torreon, & WWC 2:10:11 Classic Commercial Break 2:14:34 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 2:50:39 Other USA: ICW, SportsChannel America, CarolinaCW, Georgia All-Star, PWF, USWA, TWF, WWA (TX), UCW, AWA, & Portland 4:34:09 WWF To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://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 ( http://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/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Robert O'Connor (@ghostofquinones) to discuss the week that was June 17-23, 1987. We talk about Terry Taylor and his recovery from his serious car wreck that changed his career, Dave Meltzer traveling to Houston for the Western States Heritage Title Tournament, a Ric Flair promo to remember on TBS, Kevin Sullivan turning babyface in Florida, an update on the lawsuit filed by the Florida version of Big Daddy, New Leaders vs. Now Leaders in New Japan, Creatchman's Corner in Montreal, a fired up Buddy Wayne in Continental, Brickhouse Brown on The Jerry Lawler Show, Kerry Von Erich exposes Lance Von Erich in World Class, David McLane leaves GLOW to start POWW, and Randy Savage enters the Snake Pit. All that and so much more on this week's BTS!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Jim Crockett Promotions: UWF, CWF, & traditional JCP 1:53:13 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, Grand Prix, Montreal, Stampede, Tijuana, & WWC 3:06:49 Classic Commercial Break 3:10:50 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 3:48:53 USA East: NWF, Joe Pedicino, Continental, & Memphis 5:04:58 USA West: WCCW, Central States, AWA, Portland, & GLOW/POWW 5:50:05 WWF To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://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 ( http://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/donations Want to advertise on this podcast? Go to https://redcircle.com/brands and sign up.
The Pro Wrestling Industry has been rocked by the passing of the great Joe Pedicino, and the mourning extends all the way to the fans. In this exclusive interview, listen as "The Pastor of Wrestling" Kevin West & BIG AL explain how their 20+ year Friendship began with discovering each were fans of Joe Pedicino's #SuperStarsOfWrestling. As young kids these fellas would stay up all night on the phone with one another while watching #SuperStarsOfWrestling and sharing impressions of the World Wide stars they were observing each week. This great story about Pro Wrestling Fandom being the catalyst for such a long lasting friendship is as good as it gets! ------Brad Shepard of #ProSportsExtra returns to discuss #Covid19's impact on Pro Wrestling, WWE's tv Contracts, thoughts on the rumor #WWE may be sold, Why #AEW isn't going to immediately sign released #WWE stars and much more! *You can hear the latest episodes of the Duke Loves Rasslin podcast on leading Podcast Apps such as #Soundcloud, #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify and many others. Entire archive can be found on #Youtube . Listen, Subscribe, SHARE!!* ----- *CreativeCommons Licenses* All sound efx Licensed Under Creative Commons By:PacDV.Com Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) "Zanzibar"Kevin MacLeod(incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0creativecommons.org/licenses/b.*Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dukelovesrasslin. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents Interview Tuesday with Mick Foley, a pioneer of early hardcore style wrestling and one of his generation's great promo artists. In this wide-ranging interview lasting well over an hour, Foley talks about these topics:His memories of the 1997 King of the Ring match with Triple H that was highlighted on Raw last week in the Triple H Career Moment Countdown.Advice Triple H gave him about his in-ring style as a babyface.His thoughts on empty arena wrestling, his memories of Backlash 1999's Boiler Room match with Big Show and his Halftime Heat match with The Rock (including a great story on helping Rock prepare by watching the Terry Funk vs. Jerry Lawler empty arena match).The parallels of The Fiend/Bray Wyatt and Mankind/Mick Foley characters with a critique of Bray's early work.How he feels about pro wrestling still happening despite the rest of entertainment shutting down due to the coronavirus.His thoughts on Vince McMahon and how he has changed over the years.Memories of working for Joe Pedicino and his Global Wrestling Federation.NXT starting a true developmental off-shoot where wrestlers can find their voice in a smaller settingHis son working behind the scenes in NXT and where his son's passion lies.Working with Big Show on his new Netflix sitcom series.Did Big Show have the career he deserved?His kinship with Chris Jericho and thoughts on the long-lasting career he's had.A great anecdote about Japanese wrestling culture, Jericho bulking up, and Jericho's approach to t-shirts in Japan.What prompted him to compliment Samoa Joe's color commentary on Twitter.His thoughts on MVP and the new team of Cedric Alexander & Ricochet.His opinion on Drew McIntyre as a centerpiece top act in WWE.His updated thoughts on the women's division in WWE including Becky Lynch.
This week on the Experience, Jim talks about Nia Jax, Rob Gronkowski returning to the NFL, Vince getting sued, the first show Jerry Jarrett promoted in the Mid-South Coliseum & more! Plus Jim shares his memories of Joe Pedicino & Scott Bowden! Also, Jim reviews the last two episodes of AEW Dynamite!Follow Jim and Brian on Twitter:@TheJimCornette@GreatBrianLastJoin Jim Cornette's College Of Wrestling Knowledge on Patreon to access the archives & more! https://www.patreon.com/CornetteSubscribe to the Official Jim Cornette channel on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/c/OfficialJimCornetteVisit Jim's official site at www.JimCornette.com for merch, live dates, commentaries and more!You can listen to Brian on the 6:05 Superpodcast at 605pod.com or wherever you find your favorite
This episode of Exile on Badstreet was recorded in February 2016 and is now dedicated to the memory of Joe Pedicino. Joe was the "Pied Piper" of Atlanta TV wrestling in the late 80’s-early 90’s, and helped break Scott Hudson and Steven Prazak into the wrestling business. So if you haven't listened before...make sure you listen to this show, as it's one of my favorite shows I've ever done.—Kris is joined by Scott Hudson & Steven Prazak to talk all things Atlanta Boys & Georgia independent wrestling as well as Global Wrestling Federation et al. We talk about the genesis of The Atlanta Boys, the legendary Uncle Sammy Kent, Georgia All-Star Wrestling road stories, Center Stage Theater being turned on it’s ass, the hate/hate relationship between WCW & The Atlanta Boys, Joe Pedicino & Olu Olayemi, Max Andrews, GWF history, Scott’s time in WCW, Steve’s time in ECW, and a lot more. This show is one of the best shows I have ever done and I hope you laugh as much as we did!!!!Joe Pedicino tribute edition — Exile on Badstreet #23: The Atlanta Boys Ride Again with Scott Hudson & Steven PrazakTo 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!Shop at Amazon via our link (go here for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way.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.)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/donations
This week King, Chris, & Brian discuss Joe Pedicino who passed away at the age of 70 & his impact on the world of wrestling including cofounding GWF, Superstars of Wrestling & working in WCW. Oliver Luck the former commissioner of the XFL sues Vince McMahon for the remainder of his pay that might have been as high as $25 Million, an anonymous employee allegedly complained to the Council of Commissioners for Orange County, Florida about being forced to work during the pandemic, & the latest news in the Wednesday night war ratings. Plus Brian closes out the show with an IMpact Wrestling report. The VOC NATION RADIO NETWORK airs live and on-demand audio broadcasts 7 days / week via vocnation.com. VOC NATION features contributors such as Brady Hicks (Pro Wrestling Illustrated), "Voice of Choice" Bruce Wirt (WNJC Philadelphia), Stro Maestro (WCW), Wes Brisco (WWE and TNA Impact), Ken Resnick (WWE and AWA), Shelly Martinez (WWE and TNA Impact), Eli Drake (TNA Impact and NWA), and Kathie Fitz! Plus alums such as Chaz "Mosh" Warrington (WWE), Bobby Fish (WWE), Steve Corino (WWE and ECW), and Petey Williams (TNA Impact), as well as some of the hottest wrestlers, analysts, and broadcasters, reaching beyond their extensive wrestling knowledge to discuss sports, lifestyle, politics, and more! Consistently ranking in the top 1% for downloads (Podomatic) and 5% for live streaming (Stitcher), VOC NATION has been streamed by half a million unique visitors! Discover the network that top-notch wrestling and entertainment stars such as Hulk Hogan, Jesse Ventura, Trina Michaels, and Alan Thicke have loved from their first appearances ... and that US Olympic Gold Medalist - and WWE star - Kurt Angle called, "The best talk show that you can hear." It's all here ... on vocnation.com!
Jonathan Hood talks with J.R.Bang, co-host of the First Black Champ Podcast about the state of WWE, post-wrestlemania, the women's division in WWE, wrestling's ratings decline, The Great Muta and more. Starting at 40:45 Plus a celebration of wrestling figures, Scott Bowden, Memphis wrestling historian and Joe Pedicino who died this week. twitter.com/wrestlingtwt instagram.com/wrestlingtwt
John Pollock and Wai Ting review WWE Raw featuring three MITB qualifiers and a tire. [REVIEW STARTS AT 00:50:26] Monday’s episode featured three Money in the Bank qualifying matches with Rey Mysterio vs. Murphy, Apollo Crews vs. MVP, and Aleister Black vs. Austin Theory. The WWE Championship match was confirmed for Money in the Bank, Bobby Lashley battled a tire for three hours, Shayna Baszler breaks another arm, The Street Profits screamed, and Drew McIntyre met Angel Garza in the main event. [01:55:22] John & Wai share their thoughts on Being The Elite 200: Matt Jackson vs. Nick Jackson. NEWS OF THE DAY [00:31:10] Joe Pedicino and Jack Lotz pass away The final number for Friday Night SmackDown Chris Hero posts a teaser video Amanda Nunes won’t be fighting on May 9 The PFL reschedules their 2020 season for 2021 And your Café feedback, comments, and questions from the POST Wrestling Forum. Check out the brand new TRMPS t-shirt at store.postwrestling.com! Photos Courtesy: WWE Rewind-A-Raw Theme by Colby John: soundcloud.com/colbyjohn Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | TuneIn | Mac & PC | RSS Discuss: https://forum.postwrestling.com Support us on Patreon – The POST Wrestling Café: http://www.patreon.com/POSTwrestling T-Shirts & Hats: https://store.postwrestling.com Follow: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube
Kris & David are joined by Daniel Makabe (@danielmakabe) to discuss the week that was April 15-21, 1991. We talk about Hulk Hogan being called one of the kings of PPV in USA Today, including what that entailed in 1991 with all of the major boxing fights and so on. We also talk about the marathon TV tapings that week in the WWF, some wild clips from Prime Time Wrestling, All Japan doing big business for the Champion Carnival tournament, SWS feuding with New Japan in real life, Koji Kitao's side of the story regarding his controversial match with John Tenta, Jim Cornette going off on Jim Herd on Joe Pedicino's Atlanta TV block, Dave Meltzer’s thoughts of the WCW Japan Supershow, and THE STOMP COLLECTION of WCW trading cards. All that and so much more on a brand spanking new episode of BTS!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:08:16 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, AJW, CMLL, UWA, & WWC2:00:16 Classic Commercial Break2:02:47 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game2:44:28 Other USA: IWCCW, VWA, Jim Cornette, Georgia All-Star, USWA, Portland, & Terry Funk3:15:55 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!Shop at Amazon via our link (go here for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way.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.)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/donations
Being that our Patreon specials play out differently from how our regular shows go, we've started to start giving everyone a free taste of the full shows from time to time so you can get an idea of what they're like before becoming a patron. There's nothing better to get us started than the show from two years ago, which is one of our best: March 2018's Between The Sheets Patreon Special #18: The Genesis of the Global Wrestling Federation. It's as deep a dive as we've ever done, and you'll quickly notice one of the key benefits to these deep dive shows: It quickly becomes very obvious that something isn't right with the GWF's financing...so why didn't anyone notice this back then?For more shows like this, including the other two parts of our GWF series, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and support us at the $5/month level or higher.----------You've asked for it for years. We've promised that we would eventually do it almost as long. And finally? IT'S HERE! Yes, Kris and David go back in time to 1990, when a mysterious Nigerian man named Mr. Olu Oliami visits Joe Pedicino's office and offers him $25 million to run a new national wrestling promotion. From there, just about everything falls apart. Where, exactly, is Mr. Oliami's funding coming from? Where is the trust that Joe thinks it's coming from headquartered and why does it keep changing? Just how suspicious was this before the internet made knowledge of Nigerian 419 scams widespread? Who was in on what? How were the wrestling newsletters complicit? Was Mr. Oliami real and is he still alive? What the hell does Jim Cornette have to do with all of this? What was Jerry Jarrett ever planning to sell to Joe and Olu's Kongi Sports and Entertainment?All that and a whole lot more in the best Patreon special yet. We hope you have as much fun listening to this as we had recording it.Timestamps:0:00:00 Part 1: Initial hype (September-October 1990)0:32:01 Part 2: Kongi buys the USWA? (November to December 1990)1:25:45 Part 3: "USWA purchase” falls apart (January 1991)2:07:32 Part 4: Actually the GWF is happening now (June-July 1991)3:27:58 Part 5: Joe Pedicino: Fool or liar? (August-September 1992)To 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!Shop at Amazon via our link (go here for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way.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.)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/donations
Kris & David are joined by Beau James (@kingofkingsport) to discuss the week that was November 13-19, 1988. We talk about possibly the wildest story we've ever covered on the show, regarding federal extortion charges being brought in Hawaii against Lia Maivia and Lars Anderson, as well as how it all ended up at trial a year later, which is crazy in it's own right. We also talk about Dave Meltzer going on the road with the WWF for a couple of highly draining TV tapings in northern California, Giant Baba firing Ashura Hara from All Japan over gambling issues, Irv Muchnick interviewing Antonio Inoki for a Penthouse article that never ended up running, the British Bulldogs returning to Stampede, Scott Armstrong returning to Continental, Don Owen getting shut down by the Oregon State Athletic Commission, and a truly nuts NWA section featuring the beginning of the end of Dusty Rhodes in the promotion, including the birth of The Dusty Flu. This was an amazing show that you simply can not miss, so LISTEN NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 United States v. Maivia et al1:01:47 WWF2:19:13 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, UWF, JWP, Stampede, EMLL, Torreon, WWA, & WWC3:06:41 Classic Commercial Break3:08:55 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game3:39:44 Other USA: ACW, Joe Pedicino, CWF, CWA, WCCW, AWA, Portland, & Merv Griffin5:51:54 NWA/UWC/WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!Shop at Amazon via our link (go here for Amazon UK if you're in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it's the same experience you'd get going to Amazon the usual way.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 20 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.)To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Beau James (@kingofkingsport) to discuss the week that was November 13-19, 1988. We talk about possibly the wildest story we've ever covered on the show, regarding federal extortion charges being brought in Hawaii against Lia Maivia and Lars Anderson, as well as how it all ended up at trial a year later, which is crazy in it's own right. We also talk about Dave Meltzer going on the road with the WWF for a couple of highly draining TV tapings in northern California, Giant Baba firing Ashura Hara from All Japan over gambling issues, Irv Muchnick interviewing Antonio Inoki for a Penthouse article that never ended up running, the British Bulldogs returning to Stampede, Scott Armstrong returning to Continental, Don Owen getting shut down by the Oregon State Athletic Commission, and a truly nuts NWA section featuring the beginning of the end of Dusty Rhodes in the promotion, including the birth of The Dusty Flu. This was an amazing show that you simply can not miss, so LISTEN NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 United States v. Maivia et al1:01:47 WWF2:19:13 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, UWF, JWP, Stampede, EMLL, Torreon, WWA, & WWC3:06:41 Classic Commercial Break3:08:55 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game3:39:44 Other USA: ACW, Joe Pedicino, CWF, CWA, WCCW, AWA, Portland, & Merv Griffin5:51:54 NWA/UWC/WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!Shop at Amazon via our link (go here for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way.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 20 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.)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/donations
Kris & David are joined by Ben Zani (@BostonNooga) to discuss the week that was August 21-27, 1990. We talk about SummerSlam '90 and all the big happenings on the show…which were mostly outside of the ring, as the pay-per-view featured only about an hour of wrestling. We also talk about Roddy Piper replacing Jesse Ventura on WWF Superstars, Eric Embry & Scotty the Body in AJPW, Joe Pedicino being upset with the latest Georgia All-Star tapings, The Snowman & the USWA going to court, Percy Pringle in drag attacking Toni Adams, the birth of Herb Abrams' UWF, and what exactly happened with Sting at John Arezzi's convention the weekend of SummerSlam. A damn good show, so listen now!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:47:15 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, AGPW, EMLL, UWA, & WWC2:05:57 Classic Commercial Break2:10:52 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game2:47:27 Other USA: IWA, VWA, SAPW, PWG, USWA, WWA (TX), UWF, & Portland3:38:52 NWA/WCWIf you're looking for the best place to bet on sports online, make sure to check out our sponsor, MyBookie.ag, and use coupon code SHEETS to support the show!To 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!Shop at Amazon via our link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon (go to TinyURL.com/BTSAmazonUK if you're in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it's the same experience you'd get going to Amazon the usual way.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 20 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.)To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Ben Zani (@BostonNooga) to discuss the week that was August 21-27, 1990. We talk about SummerSlam ’90 and all the big happenings on the show…which were mostly outside of the ring, as the pay-per-view featured only about an hour of wrestling. We also talk about Roddy Piper replacing Jesse Ventura on WWF Superstars, Eric Embry & Scotty the Body in AJPW, Joe Pedicino being upset with the latest Georgia All-Star tapings, The Snowman & the USWA going to court, Percy Pringle in drag attacking Toni Adams, the birth of Herb Abrams' UWF, and what exactly happened with Sting at John Arezzi's convention the weekend of SummerSlam. A damn good show, so listen now!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:47:15 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, AGPW, EMLL, UWA, & WWC2:05:57 Classic Commercial Break2:10:52 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game2:47:27 Other USA: IWA, VWA, SAPW, PWG, USWA, WWA (TX), UWF, & Portland3:38:52 NWA/WCWIf you’re looking for the best place to bet on sports online, make sure to check out our sponsor, MyBookie.ag, and use coupon code SHEETS to support the show!To 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!Shop at Amazon via our link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon (go to TinyURL.com/BTSAmazonUK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way.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 20 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.)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/donations
The Professor is back and he is taking us back to the days where we would run home from school, turn on that TV and tune into ESPN 4 pm Eastern! There we would get the Global Wrestling Federation! GWF was based out of Dallas, Texas. It started in June 1991 and folded in September 1994. The GWF was the last pro wrestling promotion to be seen on ESPN regularly. Beginning in the mid-1990s, the network began to emphasize talk shows in the mid-afternoon hours, supplanting pro wrestling. This week Professor breaks down these action packed matches! We hear about the recap of the Lightning Kid vs Jerry Lynn match which took place 1/14/92! then we have the GWF North American Heavyweight Champion The Patriot vs. "The Palm Beach Heartthrob" Scott Anthony in a Two Out of Three Falls Match. No one was allowed to be at ringside during the match. In the main event then get the GWF Tag Team Champions "Hollywood" John Tatum & "Rugged" Rod Price (w/Mr. Skandor Akbar) defending the belts against "Wild" Bill Irwin & Black Bart Two Out of Three Falls Bunkhouse Match!!! We will also hear from Eddie Gilbert, Joe Pedicino and much much more!!!
Kris & David are guestless this week as we discuss the week that was April 24-30, 1990. We talk about Genichiro Tenryu leaving All Japan to help form SWS and what that means for both promotions, as well as how New Japan also got hit by SWS with Naoki Sano & George Takano jumping ship, plus the NWA running two controversial house shows (for different reasons) at the Meadowlands & in Greensboro, Marc Lowrance quitting the USWA, the NWA helping the AWA's ticket sales, a fun Saturday Night's Main Event in Texas, and much more. A very fun show, so listen now!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Japan: SWS jumps, AJPW, & NJPW 0:31:59 NWA/WCW 1:27:17 Classic Commercial Break 1:34:00 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 2:09:57 Mexico: EMLL & Tijuana 2:13:32 Other USA: FNN/Score, Joe Pedicino, PWF, USWA, AWA, LPWA, & Portland 2:47:25 WWF To 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! Shop at Amazon via our link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon (go to TinyURL.com/BTSAmazonUK if you're in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it's the same experience you'd get going to Amazon the usual way. 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 20 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless this week as we discuss the week that was April 24-30, 1990. We talk about Genichiro Tenryu leaving All Japan to help form SWS and what that means for both promotions, as well as how New Japan also got hit by SWS with Naoki Sano & George Takano jumping ship, plus the NWA running two controversial house shows (for different reasons) at the Meadowlands & in Greensboro, Marc Lowrance quitting the USWA, the NWA helping the AWA's ticket sales, a fun Saturday Night's Main Event in Texas, and much more. A very fun show, so listen now!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Japan: SWS jumps, AJPW, & NJPW 0:31:59 NWA/WCW 1:27:17 Classic Commercial Break 1:34:00 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 2:09:57 Mexico: EMLL & Tijuana 2:13:32 Other USA: FNN/Score, Joe Pedicino, PWF, USWA, AWA, LPWA, & Portland 2:47:25 WWF To 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! Shop at Amazon via our link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon (go to TinyURL.com/BTSAmazonUK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. 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 20 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) 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/donations
Kris & David are guestless this week as we discuss the week that was November 14-20, 1990. We talk about Dusty Rhodes on his way back to WCW and Ole Anderson on his way out, a Clash of the Champions that will never be forgotten, Jim Herd going off in Matwatch on many things, the WWF hooking up with SWS in Japan, lots of wild stuff in Dallas, Ax leaving Demolition and the WWF, plus Joe Pedicino and Kongi Sports....all that and much more this week on BTS. Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 2:08:32 Int'l: Japan (AJPW, SWS, ULL, UWF, & AJW) & Mexico (EMLL, UWA, & Tijuana) 2:36:50 Classic Commercial Break 2:42:04 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 3:33:54 USA East: SAPW, PWF, Kongi, & USWA 4:10:04 USA West: LTA, TWF, WCCW, UCW, AWA, & Portland 4:39:15 WWF To 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! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out Powerbomb.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 20 day trial! To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless this week as we discuss the week that was November 14-20, 1990. We talk about Dusty Rhodes on his way back to WCW and Ole Anderson on his way out, a Clash of the Champions that will never be forgotten, Jim Herd going off in Matwatch on many things, the WWF hooking up with SWS in Japan, lots of wild stuff in Dallas, Ax leaving Demolition and the WWF, plus Joe Pedicino and Kongi Sports....all that and much more this week on BTS. Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 2:08:32 Int'l: Japan (AJPW, SWS, ULL, UWF, & AJW) & Mexico (EMLL, UWA, & Tijuana) 2:36:50 Classic Commercial Break 2:42:04 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 3:33:54 USA East: SAPW, PWF, Kongi, & USWA 4:10:04 USA West: LTA, TWF, WCCW, UCW, AWA, & Portland 4:39:15 WWF To 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! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out Powerbomb.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 20 day trial! To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Michael Blanton (Black Label Pro) to discuss the week that was April 4-10, 1992. We talk about WrestleMania VIII in Indianapolis both from a TV and a live perspective since a young Mikey Blanton was in attendance. We also discuss the debut of WBF Body Stars, the greatness of 1992 All Japan, Eric Embry turning babyface in Memphis, the Atlanta trio of Joe Pedicino, Boni Blackstone, and Eddie Gilbert all leaving the GWF, and the debut of WCW Saturday Night. A very fun show, so don't miss it!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 2:13:13 Int'l: AJPW, FMW, W*ING, EMLL, UWA, & WWC 2:36:46 Classic Commercial Break 2:41:24 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 3:12:19 Other USA: NGWA, USWA, NWF, GWF, & Portland 3:46:05 WCW To 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! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out Powerbomb.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 20 day trial! To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Michael Blanton (Black Label Pro) to discuss the week that was April 4-10, 1992. We talk about WrestleMania VIII in Indianapolis both from a TV and a live perspective since a young Mikey Blanton was in attendance. We also discuss the debut of WBF Body Stars, the greatness of 1992 All Japan, Eric Embry turning babyface in Memphis, the Atlanta trio of Joe Pedicino, Boni Blackstone, and Eddie Gilbert all leaving the GWF, and the debut of WCW Saturday Night. A very fun show, so don't miss it!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 2:13:13 Int'l: AJPW, FMW, W*ING, EMLL, UWA, & WWC 2:36:46 Classic Commercial Break 2:41:24 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 3:12:19 Other USA: NGWA, USWA, NWF, GWF, & Portland 3:46:05 WCW To 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! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out Powerbomb.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 20 day trial! 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
In this free preview of the latest Between The Sheets Patreon special, covering the Global Wrestling Federation's journey from a Nigerian advance fee scam to launching as a TV-only wrestling promotion, Kris and David look at how the reporting on the physical location of the company's money was…less than stellar. Also: The biggest conflict of interest in the whole mess gets officially revealed. For the full show, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become a patron for just $5/month. --- Full show description: You've asked for it for years. We've promised that we would eventually do it almost as long. And finally? IT'S HERE! Yes, Kris and David go back in time to 1990, when a mysterious Nigerian man named Mr. Olu Oliami visits Joe Pedicino's office and offers him $25 million to run a new national wrestling promotion. From there, just about everything falls apart. Where, exactly, is Mr. Oliami's funding coming from? Where is the trust that Joe thinks it's coming from headquartered and why does it keep changing? Just how suspicious was this before the internet made knowledge of Nigerian 419 scams widespread? Who was in on what? How were the wrestling newsletters complicit? Was Mr. Oliami real and is he still alive? What the hell does Jim Cornette have to do with all of this? What was Jerry Jarrett ever planning to sell to Joe and Olu's Kongi Sports and Entertainment? All that and a whole lot more in the best Patreon special yet. We hope you have as much fun listening to this as we had recording it. Timestamps: 0:00:00 Part 1: Initial hype (September-October 1990) 0:32:01 Part 2: Kongi buys the USWA? (November to December 1990) 1:25:45 Part 3: "USWA purchase” falls apart (January 1991) 2:07:32 Part 4: Actually the GWF is happening now (June-July 1991) 3:27:58 Part 5: Joe Pedicino: Fool or liar? (August-September 1992)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this free preview of the latest Between The Sheets Patreon special, covering the Global Wrestling Federation's journey from a Nigerian advance fee scam to launching as a TV-only wrestling promotion, Kris and David look at how the reporting on the physical location of the company's money was…less than stellar. Also: The biggest conflict of interest in the whole mess gets officially revealed. For the full show, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become a patron for just $5/month. --- Full show description: You've asked for it for years. We've promised that we would eventually do it almost as long. And finally? IT'S HERE! Yes, Kris and David go back in time to 1990, when a mysterious Nigerian man named Mr. Olu Oliami visits Joe Pedicino's office and offers him $25 million to run a new national wrestling promotion. From there, just about everything falls apart. Where, exactly, is Mr. Oliami's funding coming from? Where is the trust that Joe thinks it's coming from headquartered and why does it keep changing? Just how suspicious was this before the internet made knowledge of Nigerian 419 scams widespread? Who was in on what? How were the wrestling newsletters complicit? Was Mr. Oliami real and is he still alive? What the hell does Jim Cornette have to do with all of this? What was Jerry Jarrett ever planning to sell to Joe and Olu's Kongi Sports and Entertainment? All that and a whole lot more in the best Patreon special yet. We hope you have as much fun listening to this as we had recording it. Timestamps: 0:00:00 Part 1: Initial hype (September-October 1990) 0:32:01 Part 2: Kongi buys the USWA? (November to December 1990) 1:25:45 Part 3: "USWA purchase” falls apart (January 1991) 2:07:32 Part 4: Actually the GWF is happening now (June-July 1991) 3:27:58 Part 5: Joe Pedicino: Fool or liar? (August-September 1992)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was November 29-December 5, 1990. We talk about Giant Baba fracturing his leg almost forcing him to retire, New Japan running Baghdad, Akira Maeda & UWF insanity, Memphis allegedly almost getting an earthquake, WCW vs. Joe Pedicino, and just who will replace Ole Anderson as the booker of WCW. Really fun show so don't miss it!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, SWS, & UWF 0:43:55 WWF 0:59:17 Mexico: EMLL & UWA 1:09:11 Classic Commercial Break 1:13:57 The Amazon Game 1:50:04 Other USA: TWA, ASWA, SAPW, Florida, USWA, GWF, TWF, PWA, LPWA, UWF, Portland, & Potpourri 2:41:40 WCW 3:25:19 Patreon Preview To 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! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was November 29-December 5, 1990. We talk about Giant Baba fracturing his leg almost forcing him to retire, New Japan running Baghdad, Akira Maeda & UWF insanity, Memphis allegedly almost getting an earthquake, WCW vs. Joe Pedicino, and just who will replace Ole Anderson as the booker of WCW. Really fun show so don't miss it!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, SWS, & UWF 0:43:55 WWF 0:59:17 Mexico: EMLL & UWA 1:09:11 Classic Commercial Break 1:13:57 The Amazon Game 1:50:04 Other USA: TWA, ASWA, SAPW, Florida, USWA, GWF, TWF, PWA, LPWA, UWF, Portland, & Potpourri 2:41:40 WCW 3:25:19 Patreon Preview To 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! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at TinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. 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 Derek answers some listener questions from the mail. And we discuss Joe Pedicino, guilty pleasures, favorite books, Mil Mascaras and much, much more! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TO THE EPISODE
After McMahon let Bruce go in May 1991, Eddie Gilbert asked Bruce to join a new company with daily TV on ESPN and the "Expert" was born! Hear all about Joe Pedicino, the mysterious money behind the promotion, the greatness that is Eddie Gilbert, and learn about the early days of the Harlem Heat, Raven, X-Pac, Patriot, and more on this special BONUS episode! If you enjoy the show, please complete this: PodSurvey.com/Wrestle
Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was December 28, 1990-January 3, 1991. We talk about the return of Dusty Rhodes to WCW and the return of WCW talent to Family Feud. We also talk about Eddie Gilbert possibly leaving Memphis and the first TV tapings for a Joe Pedicino led group in Dallas. We also talk about Joe Pedicino's wedding and the birth of International World Class Championship Wrestling. Plus we close out with Bobby Heenan being popped for weed on an airplane. This is a damn fun show so check it out!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 0:41:05 Int'l: NJPW, RINGS, EMLL, & UWA 0:52:59 Classic Commercial Break 0:56:53 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:30:44 USWA: Memphis & Dallas 2:02:54 The Three Ps: Portland, Pedicino, & Potpourri 2:25:36 WWF To 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! Or for our Amazon referral link, go to tinyurl.com/btsamazon To subscribe, look for us on iTunes, Google Play, and more, or paste feeds.feedburner.com/btsheets into your favorite podcast app using its “add feed manually” option.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was December 28, 1990-January 3, 1991. We talk about the return of Dusty Rhodes to WCW and the return of WCW talent to Family Feud. We also talk about Eddie Gilbert possibly leaving Memphis and the first TV tapings for a Joe Pedicino led group in Dallas. We also talk about Joe Pedicino's wedding and the birth of International World Class Championship Wrestling. Plus we close out with Bobby Heenan being popped for weed on an airplane. This is a damn fun show so check it out!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 0:41:05 Int'l: NJPW, RINGS, EMLL, & UWA 0:52:59 Classic Commercial Break 0:56:53 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:30:44 USWA: Memphis & Dallas 2:02:54 The Three Ps: Portland, Pedicino, & Potpourri 2:25:36 WWF To 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! Or for our Amazon referral link, go to tinyurl.com/btsamazon To subscribe, look for us on iTunes, Google Play, and more, or paste feeds.feedburner.com/btsheets into your favorite podcast app using its “add feed manually” option.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris is joined by Scott Hudson & Steven Prazak to talk all things Atlanta Boys & Georgia independent wrestling as well as Global Wrestling Federation et al. We talk about the genesis of The Atlanta Boys, the legendary Uncle Sammy Kent, Georgia All-Star Wrestling road stories, Center Stage Theater being turned on it's ass, the hate/hate relationship between WCW & The Atlanta Boys, Joe Pedicino & Olu Oliyami, Max Andrews, GWF history, Scott's time in WCW, Steve's time in ECW, and a lot more. This show is one of the best shows I have ever done and I hope you laugh as much as we did!!!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris is joined by Scott Hudson & Steven Prazak to talk all things Atlanta Boys & Georgia independent wrestling as well as Global Wrestling Federation et al. We talk about the genesis of The Atlanta Boys, the legendary Uncle Sammy Kent, Georgia All-Star Wrestling road stories, Center Stage Theater being turned on it's ass, the hate/hate relationship between WCW & The Atlanta Boys, Joe Pedicino & Olu Oliyami, Max Andrews, GWF history, Scott's time in WCW, Steve's time in ECW, and a lot more. This show is one of the best shows I have ever done and I hope you laugh as much as we did!!!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Lavie Margolin (@Laviemarg) to discuss the week-plus that was April 7th-14th, 1991. We talk about Sid Vicious quitting WCW and its possible ripple effects on the company in every possible way. We discuss the "lost" Ric Flair vs. Brian Pillman match, three different UWF splinter groups getting ready to open up at the same time in Japan, Bill Eadie & Joe Pedicino opening up a wrestling school in Georgia, Herb Abrams taping TV in Florida in an open field next to Universal Studios, Eddie Gilbert & John Gillam shooting a major angle on Memphis TV, and, of course, The Ultimate Warrior enters The Funeral Parlor, only to be ambushed by The Undertaker, sealed in a casket, and apparently killed. All that and so much more on a great episode of BTS!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW1:37:47 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, RINGS, PWFG, UWFi, AWA (New Zealand), CNWA, CMLL, UWA, & Tijuana2:03:16 Classic Commercial Break2:07:18 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game2:45:23 Other USA: Rick Rude, CarolinaCW, Georgia All-Star, Bill Eadie, UWF (Herb Abrams), USWA, Iceman King Parsons, PWA (MN), IWA (Russen)/Manny Fernandez, & Portland3:37:08 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!Shop at Amazon via our link (go here for Amazon UK if you're in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it's the same experience you'd get going to Amazon the usual way.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are back with our 6th Anniversary episode of Between the Sheets....that's right: SIX FULL YEARS! Hard to believe, isn't it? This show was also a Patron-requested show by Jayce Naccarato, as we discuss the week-plus that was July 18-27, 1992. We open with the coverage of the explosive Penthouse Magazine article on Vince McMahon and the WWF, which touched on all the major scandals that Titan Sports had on their name at the time. We also talk about the Natural Disasters winning the WWF Tag Titles, new and old faces coming into the WWF, ticket sales for SummerSlam at Wembley Stadium, and steroid use in wrestling. We then go to around the world for all the news and results from our week before coming back to the United States to talk about the end of Joe Pedicino's Superstars of Wrestling block in Atlanta, Rock 'n' Roll Express reuniting in both SMW & the USWA, Robert Fuller making his SMW debut, confusion over the identity of the original Gorgeous George after the death of George Arena, and the Bill Watts era in WCW, which is really getting cranked up and is always fun to talk about. A very strong show, even with all our difficulties in getting it completed, so you know what to do....LISTEN NOW!!!!Content Warning: The portion of the first segment devoted to Jeff Savage's Penthouse feature on the WWF scandals contains frank discussion of the sexual assault allegations contained in the article. If you have any concerns that this could be triggering or otherwise upsetting to you, then you may want to skip directly from the end of Dave Meltzer's “Week in Review” to the main WWF section that starts at 1:07:13.Timestamps:0:00:00 Week in Review & WWF scandals feature in Penthouse1:07:13 WWF2:10:04 Eurasia: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, OPW, W*ING, PWFG, AJW, JWP, & CWA2:38:13 Classic Commercial Break2:42:29 Halftime2:44:14 Latin America: AAA, CMLL, UWA, & WWC3:04:13 Other USA: Joe Pedicino, WIN, SAPW, AWF, NAWF, ICWA, SMW, USWA, GWF, Big D, St. Louis, LPWA, WWA (LA), CWUSA, & George Arena4:29:50 WCW4:54:53 Patreon Preview: Just how much DID CM Punk's “pipe bomb” promo affect Monday Night Raw's Nielsen ratings?To 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 Discord, 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 VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless this week, as we discuss the week-plus that was August 3-10, 1991. We talk about Ric Flair and his pending arrival in the WWF, including how the big gold NWA World Heavyweight Title belt itself made its debut on TV in our week, long before Ric himself did. We also talk about Sid Justice allegedly overshadowing Hulk Hogan & The Ultimate Warrior, as well asJake Roberts teaching the Ultimate Warrior about “the dark side,” plus Lou Ferrigno signing with the WBF and various notes on the steroid scandal as it stood at the time. We also talk about the birth of the G1 Climax including the legendary Big Van Vader vs. Keiji Mutoh match, a major SWS show featuring WWF talent, the birth of W*ING, Atlantis vs. Blue Panther drawing big at Arena Mexico, Cactus Jack & Eddie Gilbert changing the independent wrestling world forever, Leatherface in Memphis, and Joe Pedicino having quite a week, plus in WCW, we talk about all the major issues with Jim Herd at the time, running off what was true and what was false, plus so much more. This is as on-brand an episode of Between the Sheets as you can get, so LISTEN NOW!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 Titan Sports: WWF & WBF1:46:22 Eurasia: NJPW, SWS, FMW, W*ING, Koji Kitao, AJW, & CWA2:24:37 Classic Commercial Break2:28:33 Halftime2:55:42 Latin America: CMLL, UWA, & WWC3:18:09 Other USA: TWA, UWF, SAPW, Peach State, USWA, GWF, Texas All-Pro, Eddie Sharkey, & Portland4:58:03 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year 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 the code BTSPOD! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If We get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless as we discuss the week-plus that was September 14th-21st, 1990. We start with the major news out of Dallas, where Kevin Von Erich revived World Class Championship Wrestling after Jerry Jarrett packed up and left town when Kevin accused him of embezzlement. We go over how and why all of that happened, Kevin's first two shows, why Jarrett was genius in doing what he did, and how nobody ever noticed some very obvious catalysts for the split. We also talk about WWF possibly getting on Fox for a prime time special and how that allegedly affected Joe Pedicino's Kongi Sports in their own alleged negotiations, as well as Vince McMahon's Titan Sports crashing Joe Weider's Mr. Olympia competition to announce the formation of the World Bodybuilding Federation. We then talk about Great Muta & Hiroshi Hase having a bloodbath in New Japan, Konnan & Eddie Guerrero making their Arena Mexico debuts, all sorts of U.S. indie news including some great clips from Memphis, and then we have a great NWA/WCW section talking about THE BLACK SCORPION and a big departure at the executive level of Turner Broadcasting. All in all, this is yet another great show, so listen now!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 Dallas: WCCW & TWF0:38:59 WWF1:50:02 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, AJW, JWP, EMLL, UWA, & WWC2:22:43 Classic Commercial Break2:24:44 Halftime2:55:38 Other USA: Kongi Sports/Joe Pedicino, WWA, TWA, Greg Price-Bobby Fulton promotional war, NAWA, IWA (Russen), FCW, Lucha Vachon/Tom Nash wedding, USWA, PWA, & Portland4:09:38 WCW5:02:37 Patreon Preview: Fallout of Hulk Hogan singling out Superstar Billy Graham on The Arsenio Hall ShowIf 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 VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year 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.To 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!For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Mike Sempervive (@Sempervive) to discuss the week that was January 19-25, 1991. We talk about WCW being forced to move the next Clash of the Champions from CNN Center's atrium to the Georgia Mountain Center in Gainesville due to the Persian Gulf War, as well as Dusty Rhodes beginning in his new job as head booker, The Steiners killing jobbers, Arn Anderson & Barry Windham tearing up the hood, and so much more in a great section. We then talk about a Triple Crown title change in AJPW, Greg Valentine re-upping with the WWF and possibly being punished in the process by the company in the process, Joe Pedicino making moves at NATPE, the war between the USWA and the TWF in Dallas, Jesse Ventura/Grudge Match news, and then a huge WWF section. There, we have Royal Rumble '91 with all of the news from the show, plus Dave Meltzer going scorched earth on Hulk Hogan & Vince McMahon for the way they are handling the Persian Gulf conflict and Sgt. Slaughter's character. Fantastic show so LISTEN NOW!!!!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW1:50:05 Potpourri: AJPW, NJPW, EMLL, Monterrey, UWA, WWC, UWF, GWF, Suncoast, IWA (Russen), USWA (Memphis & Dallas), TWF, Portland, & Jesse Ventura/Grudge Match2:43:04 Classic Commercial Break2:47:36 Halftime3:00:11 WWF5:26:38 Patreon Preview: Transcript of John Collins harassing a message board poster via AOL Instant MessengerTo 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 VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Joe Blair as we discuss the week that was December 15-21, 1990, which he grabbed as a $100 Patreon pick to sit in for the whole show. We discuss Andre the Giant's days being numbered in the WWF due to injuries and other assorted health issues, Vince McMahon letting Dusty Rhodes leave with his "dignity" (in theory), Tokyo Sports Awards political nonsense, Akira Maeda promising a new UWF, Silo Sam of all people opening up a wrestling school, what's really going on in the soap opera that is Jerry Jarrett “selling the USWA” to Joe Pedicino and Kongi Sports' GWF, Jesse Ventura's GRUDGE MATCH TV show, and in a giant WCW section, we discuss Starrcade '90 featuring Ric Flair being revealed as The Black Scorpion, the Pat O'Connor Memorial Tag Team Tournament, and so much more. This was great fun, so enjoy it with us!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF (featuring a Jimmy Rave tribute at the beginning)1:06:01 Int'l: Tokyo Sports Awards, AJPW, NJPW, UWF, CMLL, Juarez, UWA, & WWC1:31:41 Other USA: UWF, GASW, Silo Sam, USWA, GWF, TWF, AWA, Portland, & Jesse Ventura/Grudge Match2:11;46 Classic Commercial Break2:15:49 Halftime2:32:30 WCW4:41:33 Patreon Preview: Transcript of John Collins harassing a message board poster via AOL Instant MessengerTo 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 VyprVPN 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 $1.67/month if you go with a three year 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
Being that our Patreon specials play out differently from how our regular shows go, we've started to start giving everyone a free taste of the full shows from time to time so you can get an idea of what they're like before becoming a patron. There's nothing better to get us started than the show from two years ago, which is one of our best: March 2018's Between The Sheets Patreon Special #18: The Genesis of the Global Wrestling Federation. It's as deep a dive as we've ever done, and you'll quickly notice one of the key benefits to these deep dive shows: It quickly becomes very obvious that something isn't right with the GWF's financing...so why didn't anyone notice this back then? For more shows like this, including the other two parts of our GWF series, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets ( https://www.patreon.com/betweenthesheets ) and support us at the $5/month level or higher. ---------- You've asked for it for years. We've promised that we would eventually do it almost as long. And finally? IT'S HERE! Yes, Kris and David go back in time to 1990, when a mysterious Nigerian man named Mr. Olu Oliami visits Joe Pedicino's office and offers him $25 million to run a new national wrestling promotion. From there, just about everything falls apart. Where, exactly, is Mr. Oliami's funding coming from? Where is the trust that Joe thinks it's coming from headquartered and why does it keep changing? Just how suspicious was this before the internet made knowledge of Nigerian 419 scams widespread? Who was in on what? How were the wrestling newsletters complicit? Was Mr. Oliami real and is he still alive? What the hell does Jim Cornette have to do with all of this? What was Jerry Jarrett ever planning to sell to Joe and Olu's Kongi Sports and Entertainment? All that and a whole lot more in the best Patreon special yet. We hope you have as much fun listening to this as we had recording it. Timestamps: 0:00:00 Part 1: Initial hype (September-October 1990) 0:32:01 Part 2: Kongi buys the USWA? (November to December 1990) 1:25:45 Part 3: "USWA purchase” falls apart (January 1991) 2:07:32 Part 4: Actually the GWF is happening now (June-July 1991) 3:27:58 Part 5: Joe Pedicino: Fool or liar? (August-September 1992) To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://tinyurl.com/IWTVsheets ) to sign up that way.) 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 ( http://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/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Daniel Makabe (@danielmakabe) to discuss the week that was April 15-21, 1991. We talk about Hulk Hogan being called one of the kings of PPV in USA Today, including what that entailed in 1991 with all of the major boxing fights and so on. We also talk about the marathon TV tapings that week in the WWF, some wild clips from Prime Time Wrestling, All Japan doing big business for the Champion Carnival tournament, SWS feuding with New Japan in real life, Koji Kitao's side of the story regarding his controversial match with John Tenta, Jim Cornette going off on Jim Herd on Joe Pedicino's Atlanta TV block, Dave Meltzer’s thoughts of the WCW Japan Supershow, and THE STOMP COLLECTION of WCW trading cards. All that and so much more on a brand spanking new episode of BTS!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:08:16 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, AJW, CMLL, UWA, & WWC 2:00:16 Classic Commercial Break 2:02:47 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 2:44:28 Other USA: IWCCW, VWA, Jim Cornette, Georgia All-Star, USWA, Portland, & Terry Funk 3:15:55 WCW To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://tinyurl.com/IWTVsheets ) to sign up that way.) 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 ( http://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/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
This episode of Exile on Badstreet was recorded in February 2016 and is now dedicated to the memory of Joe Pedicino. Joe was the "Pied Piper" of Atlanta TV wrestling in the late 80’s-early 90’s, and helped break Scott Hudson and Steven Prazak into the wrestling business. So if you haven't listened before...make sure you listen to this show, as it's one of my favorite shows I've ever done. — Kris is joined by Scott Hudson & Steven Prazak to talk all things Atlanta Boys & Georgia independent wrestling as well as Global Wrestling Federation et al. We talk about the genesis of The Atlanta Boys, the legendary Uncle Sammy Kent, Georgia All-Star Wrestling road stories, Center Stage Theater being turned on it’s ass, the hate/hate relationship between WCW & The Atlanta Boys, Joe Pedicino & Olu Olayemi, Max Andrews, GWF history, Scott’s time in WCW, Steve’s time in ECW, and a lot more. This show is one of the best shows I have ever done and I hope you laugh as much as we did!!!!Joe Pedicino tribute edition — Exile on Badstreet #23: The Atlanta Boys Ride Again with Scott Hudson & Steven Prazak To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://tinyurl.com/IWTVsheets ) to sign up that way.) 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 ( http://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/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Robert O'Connor (@ghostofquinones) to discuss the week that was June 17-23, 1987. We talk about Terry Taylor and his recovery from his serious car wreck that changed his career, Dave Meltzer traveling to Houston for the Western States Heritage Title Tournament, a Ric Flair promo to remember on TBS, Kevin Sullivan turning babyface in Florida, an update on the lawsuit filed by the Florida version of Big Daddy, New Leaders vs. Now Leaders in New Japan, Creatchman's Corner in Montreal, a fired up Buddy Wayne in Continental, Brickhouse Brown on The Jerry Lawler Show, Kerry Von Erich exposes Lance Von Erich in World Class, David McLane leaves GLOW to start POWW, and Randy Savage enters the Snake Pit. All that and so much more on this week's BTS!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Jim Crockett Promotions: UWF, CWF, & traditional JCP 1:53:13 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, Grand Prix, Montreal, Stampede, Tijuana, & WWC 3:06:49 Classic Commercial Break 3:10:50 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 3:48:53 USA East: NWF, Joe Pedicino, Continental, & Memphis 5:04:58 USA West: WCCW, Central States, AWA, Portland, & GLOW/POWW 5:50:05 WWF To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://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 ( http://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/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are joined by Mikey Falcone (@mikeVSphilly) to discuss the week-plus that was August 4-11, 1990. We talk about the current situation in the NWA behind the scenes as well as the contract situation and how that would affect jumps to the WWF down the road. We also talk about the NWA TV situation in syndication, some "WCW EVERYBODY" moments on TV including the one and only appearance of THE PEARL, New Japan running Korakuen for a full week, Herb Abrams squeezing Rob Russen's IWA out of the SportsChannel America TV deal, “Joe Pedicino's GAS,” the Snowman being MIA in Memphis, the Chris Adams/Steve Austin feud going wild in Dallas, the end of the AWA, and Roddy Piper replacing Jesse Ventura as color commentator on WWF Superstars. All that and tons more on a fun episode this week!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 NWA/WCW 1:27:58 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, FMW, WFA convention, CatchWA, Grand Prix, CNWA, EMLL, Torreon, & WWC 2:10:11 Classic Commercial Break 2:14:34 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 2:50:39 Other USA: ICW, SportsChannel America, CarolinaCW, Georgia All-Star, PWF, USWA, TWF, WWA (TX), UCW, AWA, & Portland 4:34:09 WWF To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://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 ( http://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/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris & David are guestless this week to discuss the week-plus that was August 19-25, 2000. We talk about a typically infuriating week for WCW in 2000 with the debut of Misogynist Mike Tenay, a Juggalo invasion, the debut of Ashley Hudson as Crowbar’s doppelgänger, Kevin Nash politics, bad production, bad crowds, Booker T burying Nash, and much more. We also talk about the death of K-1 legend Andy Hug, the newly launched Pro Wrestling NOAH trying to find its footing, Shinjiro Ohtani going on excursion, BattlARTS’s Young Generation Battle, and all of the other goings-on in Japan. We also discuss a wild NWA lineup in New Jersey, the latest moves in the USA Network lawsuit to keep the WWF from leaving for Viacom, XFL developments, and more before settling into the main event of what ended up being the climax of the Triple H/Stephanie McMahon/Kurt Angle love triangle storyline. All that and much more on a jam-packed show, so listen now!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 2:10:00 Japan: Andy Hug, AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, BattlARTS, BJPW, DDT, FMW, Michinoku Pro, Osaka Pro, Toryumon, RINGS, AJW, ARSION, GAEA, JWP, LLPW, & NEO Ladies 2:52:57 Classic Commercial Break 2:56:49 Housekeeping/The Amazon Game 3:27:44 Other North America: Mil Mascaras, CMLL, IWRG, Monterrey, Torreon, Tijuana, & IWAPR 3:43:09 Other USA: ECW, Chris Duffy, JAPW, JerseyCW, NWANJ, MarylandCW, Joe Pedicino, NWA Wildside, MemphisCW, MPPW, IWAMS, & UPW 4:37:25 WWF To 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 ( http://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! Shop at Amazon via our link ( https://www.amazon.com/?tag=betweenthesheets-20 ) (go here ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=btsheets-21 ) for Amazon UK if you’re in Europe)— Nothing extra comes out of your pocket; for you, it’s the same experience you’d get going to Amazon the usual way. For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv ( http://independentwrestling.tv/ ) and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets ( http://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 ( http://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/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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