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Very pleased to welcome back author, journalist, and educator Dr. Jeremy Housewright to Wrestling with Heart! On episode 190, we discussed his brand new book For The Love of the Show II: More Stories from Pro Wrestling Fans, meeting Hulk Hogan, using lessons from pro wrestling to teach students, and more. You can find more about Housewright here: https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.michael.583 https://www.instagram.com/dr_jeremy_m_housewright Get For The Love of the Show II: More Stores from Pro Wrestling Fans here: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Show-II-Stories-Wrestling/dp/B0F2QNBMJC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2F5CME6VN110J&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.TFXUbjOXAWj-ruystB89l0s4TwCpch6BiGLtIS375V7GjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.QNMHfNiKjTlKgJMhzHdPAFAwtFTtzUjRGMa3xYlbIvI&dib_tag=se&keywords=For+The+Love+of+the+Show+II&qid=1746560706&s=books&sprefix=for+the+love+of+the+show+ii%2Cstripbooks%2C194&sr=1-1 Are 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 Karr Bluesky: @wrestlingwithheart.bsky.social Instagram: @wrestlingwithheart Threads: @wrestlingwithheart Hear 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... Donate to my Patreon and subscribe to my content here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84502525 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today we jump back five years to an episode of "MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans" from Jan. 6, 2020 where Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey look back at the decade in MMA. They discussed several of the major events that shaped the prior ten years. They name their fighter and fight of the decade, and close the show with some thoughts about the decade on pro wrestling.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
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In this episode: Multiple WWE stars react to racist comments made online about Bianca Belair, Kazuchika Okada turns heel on AEW Dynamite and joins The Elite with Matthew and Nicholas Jackson, and AEW debuts new set and opening video last night for Dynamite's “season premiere”Link to My Cousin's GoFundMe for My Uncle's Funeral Expenses: https://gofund.me/a7029dc5Jammin' Jon's Wrestling News now has a Zello Channel!Click the link below and scan the QR Code to join the channel to instantly be informed of:-Breaking News & Developing Stories in the Pro Wrestling World-Updates on New Podcast Episodes and more! https://zello.com/JJWNSupport Eastern Kentucky: https://secure.kentucky.gov/FormServices/Finance/EKYFloodReliefSocials: https://linktr.ee/JonColwell
Ep. 85: Howse and the Crew have a sit down discussion with Independent Pro Wrestler Paragon as they talk tribalism and obsessive behavior amongst Pro Wrestling Fans, WWE Releases, TV Deals for WWE and Unionizing Wrestling.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review a loaded UFC 290 card. They discuss the praise that the card has received, the epic title fights, and the Israel Adesanya-DDP faceoff. They close the show by Rick giving a Slap Fight update.Then we jump back five years (7-22-2018) to Wrestling Night in America with PWTorch columnist Greg Parks and PWTorch.com contributor Mike McMahon who broke down the Impact Wrestling Slammiversary card from all angles. Included is discussion of Tessa Blanchard's role in the company going forward, the ECW influence on the show, the need for a top babyface standard-bearer in the company, plus an in-depth analysis of each match on the card. Matches included Austin Aries vs. Moose, Pentagon Jr. vs. Sami Callihan, LAX vs. The OGz, Brian Cage vs. Matt Sydal, and more.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/3276210/advertisement
First, Rick Monsey hosts "MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans" reacting to UFC Fight Night Strickland vs Magomedov and WWE Money in the Bank. Then he previews UFC 290 headlined by Volkanovski vs Rodriguez and closes by discussing how he might be the only person who appreciates the "Power Slap" series, which has a new show coming up.Then we jump back five years (7-7-2013) to an episode of "The Deep Dive with Rich Fann" discussing the New Japan G-1 USA special in San Francisco as Chris Maitland returned to discuss what New Japan should do to expand. Should they just show what they do best, or do they need to change to win the hearts and minds of Eastern audiences? Rich and Chris chat about the television ramifications of AXS keeping their pace, potentially having shows in New York, and answer questions from callers including if North Americans would take a “true New Japan” product without an Okada or Tanahashi.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/3276210/advertisement
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Ilia Topuria vs. Josh Emmett. They preview the upcoming Fight Night, headlined by Sean Strickland vs. Abusupiyan Magomedov. They close the show by discussing AEW's Forbidden Door pay-per-view.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/3276210/advertisement
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC 289, including a discussion on the legacy of Amanda Nunes. They also give a brief preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night headlined by Marvin Vettori vs. Jared Cannonier.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/3276210/advertisement
On this week's edition of MMA Talk For Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Amir Albazi vs. Kai Kara-France. They preview UFC 289, and discuss the lack of depth in the UFC's women's bantamweight division. They close the show by having a brief discussion about the latest in pro wrestling.Then in a bonus flashback from five years ago, Robert and Rick preview the stacked UFC 225 card and take a quick look back at UFC Fight Night 131. They give a career retrospective of Michael Bisping. PWTorch's Zack Heydorn joined Robert to give the Chicago perspective on UFC 225, the C.M. Punk trial, Money in the Bank, and the All-In show. Robert and Rick close the show by examining Ronda Rousey's feud with Nia Jax.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/3276210/advertisement
Sean poses the question why can't we like both #WWE & #AEW? Why does it have to be one or the other?
Sean poses the question why can't we like both #WWE & #AEW? Why does it have to be one or the other?
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night headlined by Kai Kara-France vs. Amir Albazi. They give a review of WWE's Night of Champions PLE. Rick gives a review of AEW's Double or Nothing PPV, which develops into a deep discussion about Rick's relationship with wrestling fans.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/3276210/advertisement
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Mackenzie Dern vs. Angela Hill. They discuss the ramifications of Francis Ngannou's major deal with the PFL. They close the show chatting about a big weekend in pro wrestling.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/3276210/advertisement
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Jailton Almeida def. Jairzinho Rozenstruik. They give a brief preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Mackenzie Dern vs. Angela Hill. The show closes with a discussion on the "quiet boom-period" that both MMA and pro wrestling are currently experiencing.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/3276210/advertisement
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review a lackluster UFC 288. They preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Jairzinho Rozenstruik vs. Jailton Almeida. Rick gives his take on the latest Canelo Álvarez fight. They close the show by reviewing WWE's Backlash PPV.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey give a brief review of the latest UFC Fight Night headlined by Song Yadong vs. Ricky Simón. Rick gives his takes on Bareknuckle FC and the latest in boxing. The show closes with a brisk preview of UFC 288.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night headlined by Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes. They also give a brief preview of the upcoming Fight Night, headlined by Song Yadong vs. Ricky Simón. The show closes with Rick giving his thoughts on Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Max Holloway vs. Arnold Allen. They preview the upcoming Fight Night, headlined by Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes. Rick talks about the latest in boxing, while Robert recaps his night at a WWE live event.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC 287. They give a preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Max Holloway vs. Arnold Allen. They end the show by discussing the idea of Vince McMahon being back!
On this week's MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey spend over an hour discussing the major news of WWE and the UFC being sister companies. They discuss the pros and cons of the deal, and they attempt to decipher what the news means for exclusive fans of both entities. They also discuss WrestleMania, including a prolonged discussion of the main event. They close the show by giving a quick preview of UFC 287.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night headlined by Cory Sandhagen vs. Marlon Vera. They discuss Colby Covington starting a feud with Jon Anik. They also give their thoughts on what they believe is a lackluster build to WrestleMania, including predictions about the main event and the role of Vince McMahon.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC 286, including discussion on the future of the welterweight division and Justin Gaethje's next move. They give a quick preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night headlined by Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen. They discuss the dynamics of Conor McGregor and USADA. They close the show with a random discussion on music festival promoters.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Merab Dvalishvili vs. Petr Yan. They also preview UFC 286. Rick gives his review of the initial Power Slap special event. They close the show by Rick giving his account of experiencing AEWs Revolution PPV in a movie theater.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC 285. They discuss the new reality of Jon Jones being the UFC Heavyweight Champion. They give a preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night headlined by Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili. They close the show by discussing wrestlers as actors.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the most recent UFC Fight Night, headlined by Brendan Allen vs. André Muniz. They give a preview of UFC 285 and have an extended discussion about Jon Jones's debut as a heavyweight. Robert gives a brief preview of AEW's Revolution pay-per-view. They close the show by Rick discussing his experience watching the Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury boxing match.
SHOW SUMMARY: On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night headlined by Erin Blanchfield vs. Jessica Andrade. They give a brief preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Ryan Spann vs. Nikita Krylov. Rick gives a preview of Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury. The show closes with Robert and Rick giving their thoughts on WWE's Elimination Chamber PLE.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick money review UFC 284, discuss the future of the UFC's featherweight division, and preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night headlined by Jéssica Andrade vs. Erin Blanchfield. The show closes with the guys giving a short preview of WWE's Elimination Chamber PPV.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Sergey Spivak vs. Derrick Lewis. They preview UFC 284. They also look back at Bellator's big weekend and discuss the latest in pro wrestling.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review WWE's Royal Rumble PPV. They discuss the "problem" WWE had going into WrestleMania season. They take a quick look at Bellator's debut on CBS, and the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Derrick Lewis vs. Sergey Spivak.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey remember Jay Briscoe. They also review UFC 283, discuss the poor ratings for Dana White's Power Slap League, and close the show with some brief wrestling musings.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey discuss the UFC and Francis Ngannou parting ways. They also discuss the dynamics of Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane being announced. They also preview UFC 283, discuss the fallout of Dana White's "punishment," and close the show by recapping all of the emotions of the past week in pro wrestling discourse.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey discuss the fallout from Dana White striking his wife. They look at the dynamics of Jake Paul signing with the PFL. They talk about the potential ramifications of Vince McMahon returning to WWE. They close the show by giving a very brief preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night headlined by Nassourdine Imavov vs. Kelvin Gastelum.
On the first MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans of the new year, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey take a look ahead to 2023. They discuss potential future fights for Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler, and Jon Jones. They discuss major storylines such as the increase in pay-per-view pricing and the PFL vs. Bellator. They close the show by looking ahead to the year in WWE.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey take a look back at the UFC in 2022. They discuss the biggest stories of the year and the current state of the UFC. They run down the best fights of the year, the best fighters of the year, and the best events of the year. Rick also gives his thoughts on the worst fights of the year.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC 282, including an extended discussion on the controversial scorecards. They also discuss the current star status of Paddy Pimblett. The show closes with a discussion on the new era of Ring of Honor.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Stephen Thompson vs. Kevin Holland. They preview UFC 282. They discuss the implications of the investigation into James Krause. The show closes with Rick discussing the latest in boxing.
On this week's episode of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey discuss the PFL taking a swing at PPV. They preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Stephen Thompson vs. Kevin Holland. They close the show by discussing WWE's Survivor Series PPV.
On this week's special edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos is joined by PWTorch assistant editor Zack Heydorn as they review AEW's Full Gear pay-per-view. They discuss the future of MJF as a heel champion, the anti-C.M. Punk sentiment, and the state of AEW's women's division. They also discuss the state of WWE headed into Survivor Series.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey react to the passing of Anthony Johnson. They react to a fantastic UFC 281 card. They also preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Derrick Lewis vs. Sergey Spivak.
On this week's episode of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Amanda Lemos vs. Marina Rodriguez. They give a preview of UFC 281. Rick discusses the latest in boxing, and Robert and Rick get into a discussion about the decline in boxing pay-per-view sales. They close the show by discussing WWE's Crown Jewel.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Robert Vallejos from the PWTorch Dailycast's "MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans." They discuss the dead crowd and its effect on the show, Austin Theory cashing in the Money in the Bank briefcase for the U.S. Title, Johnny Gargano proves his story was correct with a hidden camera, Mia Yim joins The O.C. to battle Rhea Ripley, Usos & Solo Sikoa vs. New Day & Riddle, and more with live callers and emails.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review the latest UFC Fight Night, headlined by Arnold Allen def. Calvin Kattar. They preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Marina Rodriguez vs. Amanda Lemos. Rick gives his take on the latest in legitimate boxing, while Robert reviews Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC 280. They discuss the rise of Islam Makhachev and his potential as a champion. They preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Calvin Kattar vs. Arnold Allen. They also discuss their surprising anticipation of Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey preview UFC 280. They discuss how Charles Olivera vs. Islam Makhachev is a sneaky dream fight, how Aljamain Sterling and T.J. Dillashaw can rewrite career narratives, and why UFC 280 can be a turning point for Sean O'Malley.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey give a preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Alexa Grasso vs. Viviane Araújo. They get into an extended conversation about the lack of leeway given to hyped MMA prospects. They close the show by discussing Daniel Cormier's role at WWE's Extreme Rules PLE, and the return of Bray Wyatt.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review a strange UFC Fight Night that only had Mark Zuckerberg in attendance. They also review a colorful Bellator 286 card. They discuss the futures of Aaron Pico and A. J. McKee. They close the show by discussing Daniel Cormier in the WWE, and the passing of Antonio Inoki.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey chat about a UFC-free weekend and give a brief breakdown of Bellator 285. They also give a short preview of Bellator 286, as well as a preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night, headlined by Mackenzie Dern vs. Yan Xiaonan. They close the show with some random AEW chatter.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Rick Monsey hosts solo and reviews UFC Fight Night Sandhagen vs. Song. In addition, there is a quick discussion about the MMA retirement of Jose Aldo and the need for the retirement of “BigFoot” Silva after an 11-fight skid. Rick also breaks down Canelo vs. GGG 3.
On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC 279, and discuss the chaotic lead-up to the event. They give a brief preview of the upcoming Fight Night headlined by Cory Sandhagen vs. Song Yadong. They close the show by discussing the fallout of the chaos in AEW.