Podcasts about Les Thatcher

This next guest is Cincinnati born & bread, NWA Rookie of the Year, Spent a good majority of career in the Southeast regions of the old territory system. We get into talking about legends like Johnny Valentine, Buddy Rogers. We also talk about "Hot Shotting" Territories , Being able to tell stories & starting as carpenters , Working with each other safe (Bad asses being safe & non bad asses not being safe) & protecting your opponent but also wrestling being a closed shop. Let's welcome Les Thatcher!Crazy Train RadioFacebook:  facebook.com/realctradioInstagram:  @crazytrainradioX/Twitter:  @realctradioBlueSky:  @crazytrainradio.bsky.socialWebsite:  crazytrainradio.usYouTube:  youtube.com/crazytrainradio

On this episode, George Schire and I talk with Les Thatcher.Les Talks about his wrestling career and the WFIA. If you would like to attend the trainingseminar in Waterloo, IA in July and train with Les Thatcher and other legends,please go to: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgeTragosLouTheszProWrestlingHallOfFameYou can purchase the book I wrote on VerneGagne titled: VERNE Inside & Outside the RopesAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/VERNE-Inside-Outside-Brian-Ferguson/dp/B0DL4NTR8F/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3R6YWCBP066K1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.o2cyL60dpg9SZyCAT4X_Ww.Dd9KPDnRPmTfkRxrPTRtfZahw-UnJJpaYA84vbBZqbg&dib_tag=se&keywords=verne+inside+%26+outside+the+ropes&qid=1734048574&sprefix=%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-1 Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/verne-brian-ferguson/1146466907?ean=9798341805583Lulu: (Paperback) https://www.lulu.com/shop/brian-ferguson/verne-inside-outside-the-ropes/paperback/product-yvjq8ne.html?q=Verne+Gagne&page=1&pageSize=4 (Ebook) https://www.lulu.com/shop/brian-christopher-ferguson/verne-inside-outside-the-ropes/ebook/product-p6ym7dv.html?q=Verne+Gagne&page=1&pageSize=4 You can follow George Schire on the followingsocial media platforms:Facebook:George Schire's WRESTLING TIME MACHINE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/304074923575221 AMERICAN WRESTLING ASSOCIATION:https://www.facebook.com/groups/352959044854870 You can purchase books written by George Schireat Amazon: Minnesota's Golden Age of Wrestling: From VerneGagne to the Road Warriors: https://www.amazon.com/Minnesotas-Golden-Age-Wrestling-Warriors/dp/0873516206/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2E27089S7DKNO&keywords=George+Schire&qid=1668273607&sprefix=george+schire%2Caps%2C198&sr=8-2 A.W.A. Record Book: The 1960s: https://www.amazon.com/W-Record-Book-1960s/dp/1492225576/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2E27089S7DKNO&keywords=George+Schire&qid=1668273656&sprefix=george+schire%2Caps%2C198&sr=8-4 A.W.A. Record Book: The 1970s Part 1 1970-1974: https://www.amazon.com/W-Record-Book-1970s-1970-1974/dp/1492242292/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2E27089S7DKNO&keywords=George+Schire&qid=1668273656&sprefix=george+schire%2Caps%2C198&sr=8-5 A.W.A. Record Book: The 1970s Part 2 1975-79: https://www.amazon.com/W-Record-Book-1970s-1975-79/dp/150845857X/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2E27089S7DKNO&keywords=George+Schire&qid=1668273656&sprefix=george+schire%2Caps%2C198&sr=8-3  Help support the podcast! You can makecontributions or purchase items at:Contribution: www.anchor.fm/brian-ferguson3  and click the support buttonTeespring Store: https://bumps-thumps-2.creator-spring.com/ PayPal: @bumpsnthumps  You can follow Bumps & Thumps on thefollowing social media platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnQG8G8GE0eTHmzIzTBnZ8Q Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/BrianfergusonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BumpsThumps Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bumps_n_thumps/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bumps_thumps If you would like to purchase Joyce's book MyRingside Seat To The AWA, you can order the book by messaging on Facebook or byemail. Payment method is through PayPal. The book is $20 plus $6 shipping inthe United States. If you are ordering outside the United States, pleasecontact Joyce for shipping questions. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyce.paustian.9 Website: https://joycepaustian.com/ Email: joyce.paustian@gmail.com           PayPal: joyce.paustian@gmail.com

REGIONAL RASSLIN' BONUS EPISODE - Featuring Bob Roop, as we begin to discuss Bob's lengthy run working for Ole Anderson and Georgia Championship Wrestling in the early 1980s. We talk leaving Mid-South and heading to Georgia, the passing of Bob's father during that time period, Bob's real feelings behind stretching marks and the "incident" from Florida that was aired by the WWE, working in the office for Ole and what it entailed, the 3 men Ole trusted, babysitting Buzz Sawyer, Tommy Rich's car wreck and run-in with the law, Buck Robley's plan to run opposition, what got Les Thatcher and Ronnie West fired, Ole's sense of humor, the Iron Sheik, Brad Armstrong, Jack Brisco, the Road Warriors, Bob's "fat ass", and so much more!Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes the $5 “All Access” Tier & $9 "VIP Superfan" Tier featuring our VIDEO CASTS, Patreon Watch-Along Series, our insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare, Regional Rasslin, Puro Academy, & Retro Re-View), Early Show Releases! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!WRESTLECOPIA MERCHANDISE - https://www.teepublic.com/user/wrestlecopiaVisit the WrestleCopia Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.comFollow WrestleCopia on “X” (Formerly Twitter) @RasslinGrenadeFollow & LIKE our FACEBOOK PAGE – https://www.facebook.com/RasslinGrenadeSubscribe to the WrestleCopia Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/RasslinGrenade ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's the latest Wrestling Stoop w/Bob Roop as we begin to discuss Bob's lengthy run working for Ole Anderson and Georgia Championship Wrestling in the early 1980s. We talk leaving Mid-South and heading to Georgia, the passing of Bob's father during that time period, Bob's real feelings behind stretching marks and the "incident" from Florida that was aired by the WWE, working in the office for Ole and what it entailed, the 3 men Ole trusted, babysitting Buzz Sawyer, Tommy Rich's car wreck and run-in with the law, Buck Robley's plan to run opposition, what got Les Thatcher and Ronnie West fired, Ole's sense of humor, the Iron Sheik, Brad Armstrong, Jack Brisco, the Road Warriors, Bob's "fat ass", and so much more!Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes the $5 “All Access” Tier & $9 "VIP Superfan" Tier featuring our VIDEO CASTS, Patreon Watch-Along Series, our insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare, Regional Rasslin, Puro Academy, & Retro Re-View), Early Show Releases! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!WRESTLECOPIA MERCHANDISE - https://www.teepublic.com/user/wrestlecopiaVisit the WrestleCopia Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.comFollow WrestleCopia on “X” (Formerly Twitter) @RasslinGrenadeFollow & LIKE our FACEBOOK PAGE – https://www.facebook.com/RasslinGrenadeSubscribe to the WrestleCopia Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/RasslinGrenade ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Highly Decorated Vietnam Veteran Shares 30 Years of Service: From Morocco to the Mafia | Conversations With a Chiropractor In this gripping episode of Conversations With a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier interviews Les Thatcher, a highly decorated Vietnam veteran with over 30 years of service. Les shares incredible stories from his military career, including surviving ambushes in Vietnam, earning a Bronze Star with three Oak Leaf Clusters, and working with the Green Berets. From life-saving missions involving the King of Morocco to encounters with the Mafia in Italy, Les' journey is one of bravery, resilience, and unforgettable experiences.

Nigel McGuinness proved he hasn't lost a step and Les Thatcher is one proud trainer. We discuss the match between Nigel and Danielson and all of Dynamite. In addition we look at Jey Uso's big win on Raw and what WWE could be building towards after Bad Blood. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

For anyone that has been waiting for Bob to open up about the struggles in the Southeastern territory that led to the "Knoxville 5" running opposition, the first round starts right here! It's a new Wrestling Stoop as Bob Roop continues to discuss the Knoxville territory. This week Bob shares some fun stories involving Ron & Don Wright, then goes into his time as the booker of the promotion. Bob talks replacing Robert Fuller, and the trials & tribulations that went along with the job. Roop formed a triad booking committee along with Ron Garvin & Boris Malenko, though other people within the company didn't care for their "sports entertainment" style approach before the matches. Bob talks the success of the company, as well as the struggle with "the office". Hear about a fun angle involving the Great Malenko and a BOX of ladies, and Bob's philosophy on a "variety show" booking approach!Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes the $5 “All Access” Tier & $9 "VIP Superfan" Tier featuring our VIDEO CASTS, Patreon Watch-Along Series, our insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare, Regional Rasslin, Puro Academy, & Retro Re-View), Early Show Releases, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!Visit the WrestleCopia Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.comFollow WrestleCopia on “X” (Formerly Twitter) @RasslinGrenadeFollow & LIKE our FACEBOOK PAGE – https://www.facebook.com/RasslinGrenadeSubscribe to the WrestleCopia Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/RasslinGrenade ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

As a personal friend of the late Kevin Sullivan, Les Thatcher shares a few thoughts about Kevin and his legendary career. We also look at where WWE is headed after Summerslam and a very eventful Raw as well as the next steps on AEW's road to Wembley Stadium. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher has returned from his annual trip to the National Wrestling Hall of Fame so we'll discuss those ceremonies as well as all the happenings in WWE and AEW. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher has been in wresting for 64 years; and this week he brings all his knowledge to the show.  Les talks about what the art of wresting and what it is lacking in some promotions and excelling in others.  Les got alot of his knowledge about wrestling from working with guys like Harley Race, Pat Patterson, and Gerald Brisco.  Lastly, Les speaks on when he got smartened up to the business but at the same time didn't really get smartened up to the business.  All this and so much more on our latest episode.     Refin It Up Social Media Twitter and IG @refinitup ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/refinitup⁠⁠ Brian Hebner Social Media Twitter/IG @babyhebner Jimmy Korderas Social Media Twitter: @jimmykorderas IG: @realjimmykorderas Artwork by JD Hoop @JDHoop702 Music by AJ McKay ⁠⁠⁠⁠ajmckaycreative.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hall of Fame Induction weekend July 18, 19, 20 Waterloo, IA Train with the Legends Saturday July 20th 10:AM till 4:PM Lunch provided Trainers, Tom Prichard, Les Thatcher, Bill DeMott, Joe Malenko, Arn Aderson, Gerald Brisco 150.00 for the training & add 50.00 & get the vip all access pass for the entire weekend, Induction Banquet included For more information & to sign up email tpeterson@NWHOF.org  TRY BLUECHEW FREE WHEN YOU USE OUR PROMO CODE REFIN AT CHECKOUT--JUST PAY $5 SHIPPING. Use the promo code "REFINITUP" to get 15% off ALL products at madcatbeardcare.com

Had the pleasure of speaking with professional wrestling legend Les Thatcher! On episode 77, we discussed becoming a fan, getting in the business, favorite opponents, helping put on the Brian Pillman Memorial Shows, and more!You can find more about Thatcher here:https://www.facebook.com/les.thatcher.9https://twitter.com/LesThatcherAre you a pro wrestler and have done community service and/or charity work? E-mail the podcast at wrestlingwithheart@yahoo.com and tell us if you would be interested in being interviewed.Follow us on:Facebook: Wrestling with Heart with Stanley KarrX: @wwhwskInstagram: @wrestlingwithheartThreads: @wrestlingwithheartHear Wrestling with Heart on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Hear Wrestling with Heart on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46cviL5...Hear Wrestling with Heart on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-wr...Hear Wrestling with Heart on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/search/Wr...Donate to my Patreon and subscribe to my content here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84502525Support the show

Today's Feature episode of The Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling is with former HWA Champion, and the original reality wrestling Superstar, Rory Fox. The former HWA champion is on to talk about his entire professional wrestling career. Host John Poz and Rory talk breaking into pro wrestling, MTV, Les Thatcher,  WWF, Vince McMahon, WWE, ECW, Zack Ryder, ripping his tights off during a match, and so much more!The best and easy way to win money is playing fantasy! Join @underdogfantasy today (underdogfantasy.com) and enter the promo code POWERTRIP to double your deposit. Then all you have to do is pick a game, guess higher or lower on or draft your team; then sit back, relax & watch the money roll in!Underdog Fantasy Promo Code: POWERTRIPStore - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

OH SHELL YEAH!!!! This week we welcome TNA legend Shark Boy to the show.  Over his time in TNA Shark Boy did it all and had some of the most iconic moments in TNA history.  From waking up from a coma thinking he's Stone Cold Steve Austin to playing board games with New Jack; anything that was asked of him he did.  Even having a critical role in the “Minivan of Love.” Shark Boy actually started as a referee, before training with Les Thatcher to become a wrestler.  Lastly,  we touch on the termination of Scott D'Amore as well as coming in hot with our Refin Review with WWE in the crosshairs.  All this and so much more on this weeks episode!!!  Refin It Up Social Media Twitter and IG @refinitup ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/refinitup⁠⁠ Brian Hebner Social Media Twitter/IG @babyhebner Jimmy Korderas Social Media Twitter: @jimmykorderas IG: @realjimmykorderas Artwork by JD Hoop @JDHoop702 Music by AJ McKay ⁠⁠⁠⁠ajmckaycreative.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Head to FACTORMEALS.com/refin50 and or use code refin50 to get 50% off Use the promo code "REFINITUP" to get 15% off ALL products at madcatbeardcare.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantersnationnetwork/message

OH SHELL YEAH!!!! This week we welcome TNA legend Shark Boy to the show.  Over his time in TNA Shark Boy did it all and had some of the most iconic moments in TNA history.  From waking up from a coma thinking he's Stone Cold Steve Austin to playing board games with New Jack; anything that was asked of him he did.  Even having a critical role in the “Minivan of Love.” Shark Boy actually started as a referee, before training with Les Thatcher to become a wrestler.  Lastly,  we touch on the termination of Scott D'Amore as well as coming in hot with our Refin Review with WWE in the crosshairs.  All this and so much more on this weeks episode!!!  Refin It Up Social Media Twitter and IG @refinitup ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/refinitup⁠⁠ Brian Hebner Social Media Twitter/IG @babyhebner Jimmy Korderas Social Media Twitter: @jimmykorderas IG: @realjimmykorderas Artwork by JD Hoop @JDHoop702 Music by AJ McKay ⁠⁠⁠⁠ajmckaycreative.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Head to FACTORMEALS.com/refin50 and or use code refin50 to get 50% off Use the promo code "REFINITUP" to get 15% off ALL products at madcatbeardcare.com

This week, Taking To You To School with Dr. Tom Prichard is all about the passing of Kamala James Harris and the craziness involving Marty Jannetty. Take a journey back to the past and present with Dr Tom and John Poz as they discuss Dr Tom's history with wrestling both Kamala and Marty. Dr Tom also talks about Les Thatcher, JPWA, the Steiner Brothers, Blue Chew and more!Stop settling for average, go to LEGACYSUPPS.COM now and use code DRTOM For 10% off your entire order and if you subscribe to have it shipped every 30 days, you can still get the discount, every single time. L-E-G-A-C-Y-S-U-P-P-S DOT COM, Level-up with Legacy!Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code PRICHARD at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code PRICHARD. Time to feel sexy and free this 2023 with MANSCAPED™This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5081614/advertisement

They were the voices of wrestling's glory years - from Gordon Solie and Bob Caudle to Brian Webster and Joey Styles. These were some of the most lauded play-by-play announcers in mat history, and on this special edition of The Outdated Wrestling Hour, host Bob Smith (former managing editor of Pro Wrestling Illustrated) and returning favorite Joe Puccio (who has written for some of wrestling's top sites and publications) take a look back at  so many announcers - you'll join in and remember Les Thatcher, Gorilla Monsoon, Terry Sullivan, Vince McMahon Jr., Jack Reynolds, Sam Menacker, Lord Athol Layton, and so many more. There's also talk of current wrestling and much more on this episode of the most unique wrestling nostalgia podcast around!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showContact us at outdatedwrestling@gmail.com!

LIVE from the Natinoal Wrestling Hall Of Fame in Waterloo, IAConrdad Thompson, Tommy Rich, Les Thatcher & Rock Riddle join COLT on stage for a fun chat on a stage infront of a live audience!Listen Ad Free on Patreon:AD FREE: Patreon.com/COLTCABANABUY COLT'S GOODS....ProWrestlingTees.com/ColtCabanaCOLTMERCH.comCOLTCABANA.comImage Photo: portraitofawrestler.comImage Design: Jimmy LeeThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4876561/advertisement

Fightful's Wrestling Perspective Podcast is back! This week Ace Steel and Dennis Farrell's guest is former PWG and Evolve Heavyweight Champion Chris Hero. The former NXT Superstar would join the show for nearly two hours!Watch the show on Youtube: https://youtu.be/AOx6F9pP9sk- Chris Hero talks about first meeting Ace Steel and being friends for over twenty years.- Traveling the road with Ace, Colt Cabana, and CM Punk- Traveling to seminars and training camps and learning from names such as Dory Funk, Les Thatcher, Dave Taylor, and others- Getting booked in IWA Mid-South- Wrestling in Germany- Shares memory of his late friend Tracy Smothers- Working with new talent- Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay effect could have in the futureand much more.To directly support us and our continuing breaking news, interviews, and the like, subscribe to FightfulSelect.com. You'll get exclusive news sent to you directly before anyone else, and dozens of podcasts monthly including Alex Pawlowski's Sour Graps, Sean Ross Sapp's Q&A, Retro Reviews, Coexisting w/ Rob & Maggie, and moreMake sure to check out our other Youtube channels athttps://www.Youtube.Com/FightfulOverbookedhttps://www.Youtube.Com/FightfulScrapsFOLLOW US ON TWITTER►Fightful: www.Twitter.com/Fightful►MMA: www.Twitter.com/FightfulMMA►Select: www.Twitter.com/FightfulSelectOur awesome merch!► Shop: Shop.Fightful.comFightful.com and Fightful Wrestling bring you accurate wrestling news, exclusive interviews, podcasts in a professional, but entertaining setting. We've interviewed the biggest names across WWE, AEW, ROH, NJPW, UFC, Bellator and more!Our Sponsors:* Check out eBay: https://www.ebay.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fightful-pro-wrestling-and-mma-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa are back to discuss the late Superstar Billy Graham, AEW Collision coming to TNT and whether or not CM Punk is coming back to AEW or not. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

On this episode of Stories with Brisco and Bradshaw, WWE Hall of Famer Gerald Brisco and John Bradshaw Layfield welcome a legend known all around world for his skill and leadership, Les Thatcher! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Stories with Brisco and Bradshaw, WWE Hall of Famer Gerald Brisco and John Bradshaw Layfield welcome a legend known all around world for his skill and leadership, Les Thatcher! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The injury in the NFL to Damar Hamlin brought Les Thatcher back to a night in wrestling he'll never forget. We'll discuss that and oh yeah, a little bit about that McMahon fella. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Today's Feature episode of The Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling is with former OVW and WWE Superstar, Dean Visk. The former HWA superstar joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling career. Host John Poz and Dean discuss breaking into the business, Les Thatcher, HWA, OVW, Jim Cornette, Al Snow, Danny Davis, WWF, WWE, Vince McMahon, Kurt Angle, the Cornette vs Santino Marella slap heard round the world, and so much more!Wrestleville.com - The Pro Wrestling Vault: Volume 2, contains 200 photos and 46 mini bios of wrestling veterans and stars on the rise. Stories include such wrestlers as Jazz, Kamala, Bobby Eaton, Thunder Rosa, Kerry Morton, Leilani Kai, Blake Christian, the Northern Wrestling Federation, and many others. Every book comes signed by a surprise wrestler featured in the book.PlayActionPools.com has launched as the newest  Sports Pool Hosting Platform.  PlayAction is your spot for all your football contest needs. Go to PlayActionPools.com today!https://playaction.pub/tmptFollow us on Twitter and IG @TwoManPowerTripStore - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPT

So who's your favorite faction in wrestling and why is it the Bloodline? They had another stellar week which Les Thatcher and I will discuss. In addition, we've got a newsworthy Dynamite with ratings that should be troubling and conversations about the futures of William Regal and FTR. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

It was a very newsworthy edition of Dynamite and you might be surprised what segments got a thumbs up from Les Thatcher. Les and Vic discuss Dynamite, the antics in the 6 man match and a few notes on the task of repackaging talents in hopes of giving them a fresh start. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa explain why they think the drop in this week's Dynamite rating was about much more than Hurricane coverage. We're sending our best to everyone who's been affected and hope that you and yours are well. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa look at the hits and misses of this week's Dynamite and where Bryan Danielson and Saraya go from here. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa look at a highly rated episode of Dynamite, a preview of AEW Grand Slam and what might be going down in WWE between Roman Reigns and Logan Paul. We'll also discuss Johnny Gargano, and Ricky Steamboat's return to the ring. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

From the end of NXT UK to issues between CM Punk and Adam Page, Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa discuss it all on today's show. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa talk this week in WWE & AEW with lots of tournaments, lots of blood and more surprise returns. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa discuss what the return of Karrion Kross means to the WWE main event scene, look at Jon Moxley's run as AEW Interim Champion and look back at the historic Smoky Mountain Wrestling's Night of the Legends show on its 28th anniversary weekend. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa discuss Vince McMahon's official WWE departure and how the territory era might've turned out differently without Vince. You'll also get our Summerslam predictions some thoughts on the surprising main event from this week's AEW Dynamite. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa give their predictions on Saturday's ROH Death Before Dishonor PPV. We also discuss this week's edition of AEW Dynamite, the mindset of a wrestler in a 2 out of 3 falls match as opposed to a one fall match and the upcoming anniversary celebration for Rey Mysterio on Raw. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa discuss just how weird it was to have another business as usual week in WWE, the tryout camp being held in Nashville Summerslam weekend and some thoughts on the new AEW World Tag Team Champions. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa share some thoughts on Blood and Guts and make Money in the Bank predictions. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

Les Thatcher and Vic Sosa give their thoughts on the MJF situation and whether or not anything similar might have happened in the territories, which leads to some interesting stories involving Ernie Ladd and Wahoo McDaniel. We also look at how our Double or Nothing predictions turned out and discuss the two big matches on this weekends WWE Hell in a Cell show. Thanks for listening and have a great weekend~!

On this week's episode, Logan welcomes his longtime friend, mentor and wrestling dad Les Thatcher to Fast Friends. Join them as they pick up where Part One left off chatting the balancing act of training HWA's home-grown talent including while training WWE developmental talent, how he met Banks Tarver and became a part of MTV's True Life: I'm A Pro Wrestler, the impact it had on the training program, why Nigel McGuinness was the icing on Les's training cake, the idea of running a “small” show to benefit that turned into 4 years of Brian Pillman Memorial Shows and raised more than $120,000 for the Pillman family, what Les is up to in Knoxville, Logan's embarrassing confession of his first meeting with Les, his response to Logan's worst creative ideas, the thing that always makes Les laugh no matter how many times he hears it, his go-to Arby's order & more!Re-live the magic of the Brian Pillman Memorial Show:https://www.pillmanshow.com Buy Les's T-Shirts on Pro Wrestling Tees:https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/originaltees.htmlPromoters and trainers, hire Les for a weekend seminar:Email lesthatcher28@gmail.comFollow Les on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/LesThatcher###Fast Friends With Logan CumminsReach Out and Touch Us. In a platonic way.Follow Logan on Twitter:https://twitter.com/logancumminsEmail logan@fastfriendspodcast.com or call/text Logan at 872-267-2735 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week The Man They Call Dave and AJ Strangebrew talk a little AEW before getting into their Top Five's of the Week. In addition to that, The Man They Call Dave sits down with Les Thatcher (Les Thatcher on Facebook, @LesThatcher on Twitter). Dave talks to Les about running Heartland Wrestling Association, training with Tony Santos and Pat Patterson, and so much more. We are honored to get the chance to pick one of the best wrestling minds in the business. Buy his DVD's at: Wrestling From The Heartland: The Lost Developmental Territory Vol. 1 – 6+ Hours On DVD & Digital Available Now! – (joe-dombrowski.com) and Search Results for “pillman memorial dvd” – (joe-dombrowski.com). Contact us at: Twitter-@FansWorking Instagram-workingfanswrestling_pod Facebook-Working Fan's Podcast Email- workingfanswrestlingpod@gmail.com Website- Workingfanspodcast.com, what-the-buzz.com Subscribe, rate, and review us here: Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/working-fans-podcast/id1482321716?uo=4 Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/6DmVnxHWcURUj8akmwDD9v Google Podcasts- https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kZDA1MTQ0L3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe4jz_jqytm48skZ0CT6gJg Wherever you can Like, Rate, Review, Subscribe, and tell a friend or two! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/workingfanpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/workingfanpod/support

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #5 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This time, my guest is one of wrestling's true jack-of-all-trades, wrestler/announcer/promoter/booker/trainer/publisher Les Thatcher! Les' insights and perspectives on the business are second to none–take a listen and find out why he is hailed as one of the industry's … Continue reading Episode 5: Les Thatcher → The post Episode 5: Les Thatcher appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this week's episode, Logan welcomes his longtime friend, mentor and wrestling dad Les Thatcher to Fast Friends. Join them as they talk about Les's childhood in Cincinnati, playing baseball, basketball and football as a kid, driving a race car before he had a license, how he discovered wrestling while watching TV at a friend's house, the adrenaline rush that drew him to drag racing, being forced to pick between drag racing and professional wrestling, how his initial efforts to get information about breaking into wrestling were fruitless, how he ended up in Boston training with Tony Santos, The Cousins faction with Roger Kirby and Dennis Hall, working wrestling territories NWA, Crockett's Mid-Atlantic Championship, Southeastern Championship Wrestling, Georgia Championship Wrestling, and Smokey Mountain Wrestling, how a funeral led to his first chance at announcing, happenstance leading to milestones like a wrestling magazine, the first-ever wrestling t-shirt (available at the link below), the first independent wrestling show he ever attended, the origins of Heartland Wrestling Association in a side yard out in the country, entering a contract to be a WCW developmental territory, WCW hemorrhaging money and going under, WWE buying out WCW talent and sending the Cruiserweight roster to HWA & more!Stay tuned for Part Two next Tuesday, March 8th!Buy Les's T-Shirts on Pro Wrestling Tees:https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/originaltees.htmlPromoters and trainers, hire Les for a weekend seminar:Email lesthatcher28@gmail.comFollow Les on Twitter https://twitter.com/LesThatcher###Fast Friends With Logan CumminsReach Out and Touch Us. In a platonic way.Follow Logan on Twitter:https://twitter.com/logancumminsEmail logan@fastfriendspodcast.com or call/text Logan at 872-267-2735 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the newest episode of Indie Wrestling Spotlight, a brand new series where I'll be interviewing some of the best undiscovered talent from the independent scene and give them a chance to put themselves over!My guess this week is Rapid Delivery Rory Fox! We had a great chat about learning from legends like Les Thatcher, Ricky Steamboat & Harley Race, getting his break into the industry on MTV, his rivalry with Matt Cardona, facing the legend Haku and more!Help me to hit my next subscriber milestone by hitting the subscribe button and turning on the little bell!Donate to the podcast at http://patreon.com/itsmywrestlingpodFollow me on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ItsMyWrestlPodFollow me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/itsmywrestlingpodFollow me on Facebook: http://facebook.com/itsmywrestlingpod#indiewrestling #roryfox #mattcardonaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/its-my-wrestling-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We had such a great time at the Filsinger Games Perennial 2022 and Todd and Sam are giving a complete overview of the event as well as bringing the Les Thatcher interview from the con. That's right! If you missed the con, you're getting the chance to hear the Les Thatcher interview on this very episode. We also have all the teases and inside info from Fed HQ you've come to expect!

Filsinger Games Fan Podcast for January 29, 2022. Your #1 source for all the latest news and discussion about the different Filsinger Games properties. Legends of Wrestling, Champions of the Galaxy and more! We run down the teasers released this week plus the MATCH OF THE SHOW! NEWS Perennial Updates toomany to list. Visit FilsingerGames.com throughout the week to see them as they are posted. T-Shirts https://teekostore.com/collections/filsinger-games FILSINGER GAMES FAN PODCAST FED OF THE MONTH JMello's GWF - https://filsingergames.proboards.com/post/410101/thread CWFH BOOTLEG THREAD https://filsingergames.proboards.com/post/244945/thread MATCH OF THE SHOW HelSin© vs Rowdy Roddy Piper  QUESTION OF THE SHOW: You have the choice of getting one Black & White Legends card colorized but then all the others will never be available in color forever.  Who do you choose and why? FRIENDS OF THE SHOW: UNCHARTED TERRITORY PODCAST https://anchor.fm/cory-olson5 AFTER FURTHER REVIEW WITH STEVE TOWER http://www.youtube.com/user/unasta DAVE LITTLE'S WRESTLING http://www.youtube.com/user/ddvdave ROLL UP https://filsingergames.com/rollup-podcast/ DIZZY DICE PODCAST https://anchor.fm/lee-longpre3 BROC ON TWITCH https://www.twitch.tv/brocsterbuilds ©2022 Saturday Morning Media

Filsinger Games Fan Podcast for January 21, 2022. Your #1 source for all the latest news and discussion about the different Filsinger Games properties. Legends of Wrestling, Champions of the Galaxy and more! We run down the teasers released this week plus the MATCH OF THE SHOW! NEWS LES THATCHER SPECIAL GUEST https://filsingergames.com/les-thatcher-to-appear-at-filsinger-games-perennial-2022-virtual-convention/ TOM FILSINGER ON TWITTER https://twitter.com/tomfilsinger?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor ANDROMEDA MAFIA https://filsingergames.proboards.com/post/411965/thread FILSINGER GAMES FAN DISCORD http://bit.ly/fgfdiscord CWFH WINTER BOOTLEGS https://filsingergames.proboards.com/post/411014/thread CWFH ACT III IS HERE! http://bit.ly/cwfhact3 CWFH BOOTLEG THREAD https://filsingergames.proboards.com/post/244945/thread ROLL UP https://filsingergames.com/rollup-podcast/ MATCH OF THE SHOW HelSin© vs Jackie Fargo QUESTION OF THE SHOW: What was your single favorite card released by Filsinger Games in 2021 FRIENDS OF THE SHOW: UNCHARTED TERRITORY PODCAST https://anchor.fm/cory-olson5 AFTER FURTHER REVIEW WITH STEVE TOWER http://www.youtube.com/user/unasta DAVE LITTLE'S WRESTLING http://www.youtube.com/user/ddvdave ROLL UP https://filsingergames.com/rollup-podcast/ DIZZY DICE PODCAST https://anchor.fm/lee-longpre3 BROC ON TWITCH https://www.twitch.tv/brocsterbuilds ©2022 Saturday Morning Media

Hello, promoters! We are back, and so is Mike! That's right, the triumphant trio is reunited for an episode dedicated to one of our favorite legends - and that might be an understatement. Todd's got news about the upcoming Perennial, including some info on the special guest, Les Thatcher, and Mike gives us a quick update on the Ringside Companion. Then we dive into our main event. We provide an overview of Piper's upbringing, separating fact from myth on breaking into the business, his early days in the territories. Then we spend a fair bit of time on the most pivotal period of Piper's early career - Southern California. Of course, we talk a little about Portland, Georgia, and Mid Atlantic on our journey to the WWF and his WCW days. Peppered in are our favorite Piper moments, matches, and memories. We also see the return of the LEGO Corner, and Todd has the urge to answer a question from the recent Uncharted Territory AUA! And remember, just when you think you know the answers, we're bound to change the questions! Find Sam on Twitter - @kopw72Todd - Tournament Master And Matt Charlton on Twitter - @shiningwizarddsThe new J-Crowned - Amazon

Les Thatcher has been apart of the pro wrestling business for over 60 years. He has worked with many legends of the business, and trained well known wrestlers like Matt Stryker, Shark Boy, Nigel McGuiness and Umaga. On this episode, Les talks about the business and how it has evolved, working in different promotions, chemistry with other wrestlers, his creative side with developing products and tv content and much more! You can follow Les Thatcher on the following social media platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/les.thatcher.9 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SoutheasternRewind Podcast with the “Tennessee Stud” Ron Fuller. Website: https://tnstud.com/ VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE and AWA broadcaster Ken Resnick, former WCW performer The Maestro, former TNA Impact talent Wes Brisco, Pro Wrestling Illustrated's Brady Hicks, independent pro wrestling and Fireball Run star Sassy Stephie, and more! Since 2010, VOC Nation has brought listeners into the minds of the biggest stars in pro wrestling and entertainment. Subscribe to the podcasts for free on most major directories, and visit vocnation.com for live programming. Subscribe to premium - only $3/mo - for commercial full commercial free audio and video episodes. Exclusive access to 50 years of Bill Apter's interview archives is available for a nominal charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Pollock speaks with Les Thatcher on the release of the Brian Pillman Memorial Anthology and his memories of Brian. The two chat about the memorable Brian Pillman Memorial Shows that Thatcher promoted in Ohio from 1998-2001, his history with Brian, helping to produce the gun angle from Raw in 1996, thoughts on the recent Dark Side of the Ring documentary, how all three major promotions sent talent for the events, the memorable matches that occurred, and his insight into the modern-day product. The Brian Pillman Memorial Anthology is available at PillmanShow.com. Les can be heard on Wrestling Weekly each Friday on the Wrestling Observer website. Subscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Patreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.com Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Discord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhR Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We sit down with a man who has forgotten more about pro wrestling than an of us will ever know. It's pro wrestling legend, Les Thatcher. Follow us on twitter twitter.com/theroadhomefw Merchandise available here: https://teespring.com/stores/the-road-home-from-wrestling Our email address is theroadhomefw@gmail.com

Eli Drake, star of Billy Corgan's NWA POWERRR on YouTube, drove up to the crib in a white Porsche to join Steve at the Broken Skull Studios. Be here as Steve and Eli talk about Eli's time in WWE developmental, wrestling promos, dating in LA and his former manager, the late Percy Pringle. Check out GetRoman.com/AUSTIN to receive your FREE online medical visit and FREE two-day shipping. Visit Zoro.com/Austin to sign up for Z-mail and get 15% OFF your first order Save 15% or more on car insurance with Geico today!