Podcasts about wwf tv

Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 15) covering the period of 4/9 thru 4/15. Running Time: 4 Hours 41 Minutes. This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony first aired in 2018 and spanned two seasons. After much demand, these retro episodes return REMASTERED and UPDATED FOR 2025. Wrestling history up to and including 2024 has been added! Hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. RUNNING TIME: 4 Hours 41 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E15 (04/09 - 04/15) Buddy Rogers becomes first WWWF Champion and he didn't even wrestle to win the Title Jerry Lawler def Kerry Von Erich to win and become the last World Class Wrestling Association Heavyweight Champion. Looking back at WWF / All Japan Wrestling Summit (1990). Audio: Owen Hart and Ricky Morton team up and wrestle on WCW TV. Looking back at last SNME to air on NBC before moving to FOX. Johnny Ace suffers a broken elbow during match against Cactus Jack. Audio: Ultimate Warrior and Sid Vicious cut promos on each for a feud that never developed. Audio: Sid Vicious speaks on why he left WWF during the beginning of his feud with Ultimate Warrior. WCW makes its debut at MSG Paramount Theatre. Ravishing Rick Rude appears on a very early episode of Howard Stern Show. Audio: Jesse Ventura speaks on winning lawsuit against WWF. New Japan Pro Wrestling hosts first ever Super J Cup. Sid Vicious no shows first events after recovering from stabbing incident with Arn Anderson. Audio: Eric Bischoff speaks on Hulk Hogan originally signing with WCW. Paul E and ECW fire Sabu after no-showing event for New Japan. Audio: Cactus Jack arrives in NWC Promotion (1995). Audio: Ultimate Warrior arrives in NWC Promotion (1995). Bonus Audio: The night NWC had Jim 'Anvil' Neidhart wear KKK outfit and 'hang' Virgil during event. Undertaker battles New Jack in Smokey Mountain Wrestling. Audio: The Gangstas Graveyard Promo on Undertaker and Paul Bearer. Michael PS Hayes debuts as Dok Hendrix in WWF. Audio: First Hunter Hearst Helmsley vignettes air on WWF TV. Brian Pillman seriously injured in auto accident. Audio: Rare Brian Pillman radio interview shortly after auto accident. Vader detained in Kuwait after getting too physical with local morning talk show host. ECW holds its first ever PPV, 'Barely Legal' (1997). ECW holds banquet night before Barely Legal to tribute Terry Funk. Audio: The Rock throws Steve Austin and Smoking Skull belt off a bridge. Audio: Looking back at the night WCW tried to hit the 'reset' button on Nitro: All champions stripped, Mike Awesome appears still ECW Champion, Billy Kidman's memorable promo on Hulk Hogan, Vince Russo's first appearance on camera, Bischoff revealed as the driver behind Hummer, and so much more. Audio: Mike Awesome speaks on abruptly leaving ECW for WCW while still ECW Champion and dropping the title to Tazz. Audio: Shane Douglas' spot on comments about Mike Awesome not trusting Paul E and Tazz. Audio: WCW Wrestler (Mike Awesome) vs WWF Wrestler (Tazz) at ECW event. Audio: The attack WWE wants you to forget about. Steve Austin and Triple H beat down and chair bash Lita. Audio: Jeff Hardy interrupts HHH and Austin promo and hits Twist of Fate on Stephanie. Audio: Jeff Hardy def Triple H to win IC Championship. Looking back at World Wrestling All-Stars 'Eruption' event (2002). Scott Steiner and Chris Nowinski debate America and Foreign Policy on Raw. The night WWE had Goldberg wear Goldust' wig. John Cena introduces the WWE Championship Spinner Belt. Looking back at TNA Lockdown PPV (2007, 2008, 2012) WWE bans photographers from televised ringside events. CBS cancels proposed 'Secret Talents Of The Stars' TV series that included Ric Flair. Hulk Hogan talks about how he could have gone 'OJ Simpson' on his ex-wife. ESPN airs E:60 episode featuring WWE and Vince McMahon. Torrie Wilson announces her retirement from wrestling due to a back injury. Looking back at Pro Wrestling Guerrilla One Hundred Event (2009). WWE drafts MVP #1 in 2009 Draft. Announcements of Smackdown moving to SyFy and Superstars to the WWE website Audio: Edge announces his retirement from wrestling due to spinal stenosis. Sheamus and Mean Gene Okerlund vs Daniel Bryan and Alberto Del Rio. Fandango's 'Cha La La' theme becomes a major hit. Daniel Bryan and Brie Bella get married. Looking back at TNA One Night Only Events: X-Travaganza II, World Cup Of Wrestling II (2014). Wrestling fans buzz over John Cena using Austin's stunner during Wrestling 31 match but not as a finisher. Daniel Bryan wrestles last match before sudden retirement in 2015 due to concussions. Taz leaves TNA Impact. Memorable Raw segment where Braun Strowman flips an ambulance with Roman Reigns 'inside'. Audio: Bobby Lashley returns to WWE after a ten-year absence John Cena and Nikki Bella break up less than a month before their Wedding Paige replaces Daniel Bryan as SmackDown General Manager Superstar Billy Graham offers advice to the new WWE World Heavyweight Champion Kofi Kingston: "Take steroids" All Elite Wrestling (AEW) signs Darby Allin WWE begins downsizing due to the Covid-19 Pandemic and releases Twenty-Seven including Kurt Angle, Rusev, Deonna Purrazzo, Gallows and Anderson, Erick Rowan, Lance Storm Audio: WWE releases a PSA about Covid-19 Pandemic and fans were not happy with it The Revival (FTR) request and are granted their release from WWE NXT finally defeats AEW Dynamite in the TV Ratings (693K to 692K): "But the demo!!!" MJF launches a Cameo account; his asking price: $500 Looking back at Impact Wrestling: Hardcore Justice 2021 Looking back at WrestleMania 37 and the return of fans in attendance for an event since the beginning of the pandemic Audio: Samoa Joe discusses the dangerous weather conditions at WrestleMania 37 and the Poncho Less than a week after his appearance at WrestleMania 37, WWE releases Samoa Joe (and eight others) Audio: Highlights of Bianca Belair vs Sasha Banks WrestleMania 37 (Night One) Main Event Audio: Looking back at The Fiend vs Randy Orton feud and the wet fart it laid at WrestleMania 37 Audio: Alexa Bliss explains why she turned on The Fiend at WrestleMania 37 and introduces us to Lilly After releasing Tom Phillips, WWE signs Adnan Virk for the RAW announcing team Audio: Adnan Virk comments on his brief stint in WWE as part of the RAW announcing team AEW holds their first ever house show featuring Cody Rhodes, Jade Cargill, Darby Allin, The Elite and more Shinjiro Otani is seriously injured during a match against Takashi Sugiura which left him paralyzed from the waist down Fans expose AEW of manipulating crowd reactions on AEW TV and they weren't happy about it Rumors begin about CM Punk return to AEW television and the creation of AEW Collision Trish Stratus turns on Becky Lynch after losing WWE Women's Tag Team Championships to Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez Jeff Hardy makes his triumphant return to AEW Television after a long absence after 2022 DUI arrest Audio: Sting name drops Cody Rhodes several times during AEW Dynamite segment with Darby Allin and MJF First ever tease of Wyatt Sicks airs on WWE RAW interrupting Bronson Reed promo Audio: Jade Cargill makes her WWE singles match debut Losing has consequences: Tama Tonga makes his WWE debut and destroys Jimmy Uso Audio: Bron Breakker says goodbye to NXT fans Audio: Triple H takes an indirect shot at Will Ospreay during appearance on Pat McAfee Show. And Ospreay isn't pleased about it Looking back at NJPW Windy City Riot event and Jack Perry successful trolling of Chicago fans AEW and Young Bucks air on Dynamite the backstage security footage of CM Punk / Jack Perry incident from All-In. A decision that will forever haunt Tony Khan and AEW Audio: CM Punk discusses the backstage fight between himself and Jack Perry, getting into Tony Khan's face and quitting AEW And much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E15 (4/9 – 4/15) CLICK HERE to listen to COMMERCIAL FREE (PATRON) episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E15 (4/9 – 4/15) CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E15 (4/9 – 4/15) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows === CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE WITH THE DTKC 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHIRT! CLICK HERE for DTKC Pro Wrestling Tees Store  ==== Remember: DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW streams LIVE every MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM after WWE RAW at DTKCDiscord.com. ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE *PATREON* AND *YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: You can send additional support for Don Tony And Kevin Castle and help grow the brand, by becoming a member of DT/KC PATREON and/or YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP FAMILY. Don Tony and Kevin Castle's PATREON has been around for over seven years! You can access all seven years of BONUS CONTENT right now including: Ad-Free episodes of all of Don Tony's weekly shows Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Weekly Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony and Kevin Castle 2000+ hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 8 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) CLICK HERE to access DT/KC Patreon now! YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: Another option is to become a CHANNEL MEMBER on YouTube. Get exclusive enhanced versions of weekly Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show, access to DT's weekly Patreon show, retro DTKC Show episodes, giveaways and more. CLICK HERE for more details and to join The DT/KC YouTube Channel Member Family! ==== CHECK OUT DON TONY AND KEVIN SHOW CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA CLICK HERE FOR PODBEAN CLICK HERE FOR IHEARTRADIO CLICK HERE FOR DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2024): DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW: LIVE EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM ET after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every WEDNESDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted every THURSDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every FRIDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) PRO WRESTLING WEEKEND NEWS UPDATE: Posted every SATURDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony) WWE/AEW PPV RECAP/REVIEW: (Posted MONDAY NIGHT as part of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com Email: dontony@dontony.com

Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 14) covering the period of 4/2 thru 4/8. Running Time: 5 Hours 13 Minutes. This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony first aired in 2018 and spanned two seasons. After much demand, these retro episodes return REMASTERED and UPDATED FOR 2025. Wrestling history up to and including 2024 has been added! Hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. RUNNING TIME: 5 Hours 13 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E14 (04/02 - 04/08) Audio: Jerry Lawler piledrives and sends Andy Kaufman to the hospital. And the entertainment world buys it hook, line, and sinker. Ken Patera and Masa Saito arrested after brawl with WI Police over McDonalds Hamburgers. Looking back at WrestleMania 2 (1986), V (1989), VIII (1992), IX (1993), XI (1995), 2000 (2000), 21 (2005), 22 (2006), XXV (2009), XXVII (2011), XXIX (2013), XXX (2014), 32 (2016), 33 (2017), 34 (2018), 35 (2019), 38 (2022), 39 (2023), 40 (2024) Looking back at NWA Clash Of The Champions 6: Ragin' Cagin (1989). Looking back at AWA SuperClash IV (1990). Shawn Michaels debuts new Raw talk segment: The Heartbreak Hotel. Memorable Raw Womens Match that rarely gets any mention: Alundra Blayze vs Bull Nakano for WWF Womens Championship. Bertha Faye makes WWF Raw debut. Audio: Ultimate Warrior makes Raw debut and has a memorable exchange with Goldust. Following beatdown by Vader, Yokozuna is carried to the locker room by forklift. Looking back at WCW Spring Stampede (1997). Audio: "Hulk Hogan, we coming for you n*****! Audio: Droz makes ECW debut and is greeted by New Jack, a keyboard, crutch, guitar, and vacuum cleaner. Audio: Rob vs Dam def Bam Bam Bigelow and begins 700 day run as ECW TV Champion. Looking back at WCW Pay-Per-Listen: Malice At The Palace (1998). Looking back at ECW Cyberslam '99 (1999). WCW prepares their hard reboot of product and Nitro (2000). Shawn Michaels comes out of retirement and wins Texas Wrestling Alliance (TWA) Championship. HHG Corporation (ECW) files for bankruptcy. Audio: TNN Censors speak Japan: Tajiri 'breaks up' with Torrie Wilson and get censored. Audio: The Rock's last ever Non-PPV TV match (vs Jeff Hardy, 2003). Audio: The Rock 'challenges' Goldberg. Umaga makes WWF Raw debut and lays out Ric Flair. Kevin Nash returns to WWF TV after nine month absence due to Quad Tear. Roddy Piper returns to WWF TV after seven-year absence and has first 'Pipers Pit' in fourteen years. Audio: Vince McMahon and The Product Of His Semen vs Shawn Michaels and God announced for Backlash PPV. All five members of The Spirit Squad are recognized as WWE Tag Team Champions. Mickie James, complete with blonde hair, cosplays Trish Stratus. Audio: Jack Swagger cashes in MITB Briefcase and wins World Heavyweight Championship. CM Punk attempts to have Darren Young join the Straight Edge Society. Things do happen in 3's. TNA Impact episode holds the goofy TNA Knockouts Lockout Challenge, unprotected chairshots to the head, and Orlando Jordan simulating an ejaculation to his chest. (2010). Wrestlicious fails miserably and closes its doors. WWE signs Dean Ambrose and Becky Lynch. The Rock vs John Cena announced a year before WrestleMania XXVIII. Sin Cara (original) makes WWE Raw debut. Kurt Angle pleads guilty to reckless driving after 03/25/11 DWI incident in North Dakota. Audio: Following a very boring John Cena promo on Raw, Brock Lesnar returns to WWE after eight-year absence and F-5's Cena. Daniel Bryan 'breaks up' with AJ Lee. Scott Steiner goes on Twitter Storm against TNA and Hulk Hogan. Looking back at Ring Of Honor: Supercard Of Honor 2013, 2014, 2022 and 2024  Looking back at NJPW: Invasion Attack (2013, 2014, 2015). Audio: One of the loudest crowd 'pops' in Raw history: Dolph Ziggler cashes in MITB Briefcase and def Alberto Del Rio for WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Audio: Memorable Raw match: Randy Orton vs Sheamus and the bored crowd entertains themselves with creative chants and doing the wave. Ezekiel Jackson leaves WWE following contract expiration. Audio: Paige makes WWE Raw debut and def AJ Lee for the Divas Championship. Eat. Sleep. Conquer The Streak. Cesaro becomes a Paul Heyman Guy. Rusev makes WWE Raw debut. Audio: Coming Soon: Adam Rose, Bo Dallas. Audio: Memorable Daniel Bryan Raw promo and crowd reaction after winning WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania. Audio: Ultimate Warrior memorable Raw Promo a day before his untimely death. AJ Lee retires and leaves WWE. King Barrett makes final WWE TV appearance and is kicked out of League Of Nationals. Kurt Angle becomes new Raw General Manager. Finn Balor makes WWE in ring return after 7+ month absence with shoulder injury. Drew McIntyre makes WWE return and debuts for NXT. Audio: After defeating Undertaker at WrestleMania, Roman Reigns proclaims WWE is now his yard. And the fans have a meltdown Audio: Triple H has some fun at Billy Gunn and AEW's expense during 2019 Hall Of Fame Induction of D-Generation X  Bret Hart attacked by a mentally ill spectator during 2019 WWE Hall Of Fame Looking back at Ring Of Honor / NJPW G1 Supercard from Madison Square Garden (2019) Looking back at NXT TakeOver: New York Looking back at NXT Stand And Deliver 2021, 2022 and 2024 Audio: The Shield reunite one last time as Dean Ambrose (Jon Moxley) says Goodbye to WWE Universe  Tessa Blanchard, Jordynne Grace and Drake Wuertz go at it on social media over intergender wrestling Audio: Mark Henry thinks that due to the Pandemic, WWE WrestleMania 36 could attract TWO HUNDRED MILLION viewers! Audio: Roman Reigns surprises young terminally ill fan who couldn't attend WrestleMania 36 due to the pandemic Audio: Triple H addresses AEW/NXT Wednesday Night War: "It's a marathon, not a sprint." Hulk Hogan thinks the Covid-19 Pandemic was sent by God Audio: Tony Khan explains why he gave his approval for Chris Jericho to appear on Steve Austin' Broken Skull Sessions which aired on WWE Network and Peacock Christian Cage makes his AEW in-ring debut Triple H officially leaves his boots in the middle of the ring at WrestleMania 38 and retires from in-ring competition Nash Carter (Zachary Wentz) released by WWE after controversial photos are leaked out by estranged wife, Kimber Lee Corey Graves and Carmella get married Tony Khan claims a paid outside independent study confirmed that most of the anti-AEW haters on social media are 'Bots' Audio: Elias' younger brother Ezekiel makes his WWE debut Veer Mahaan is coming! Edge and Damian Priest form an alliance which lead to the creation of the Judgement Day Brodie King takes a shot at the Judgement Day that didn't sit well with wrestling fans Audio: Brock Lesnar turns on and annihilates Cody Rhodes after agreeing to team up and battle Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa (RAW after WrestleMania 39) UFC and Vince McMahon announce the sale of WWE to Endeavor Audio: Triple H addresses WWE sale to Endeavor on the RAW after WrestleMania 39 Tessa Blanchard and La Rosa Negra bury the hatchet AEW announces their first ever mass release of roster talent Audio: Ronda Rousey appears on the God awful 'Banfield' news show and alleges a sexually inappropriate incident involving Drew Gulak during a WWE event Audio: Joe Tessitore interviews Paul Heyman about his induction into WWE Hall Of Fame  And much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E14 (4/2 – 4/8) CLICK HERE to listen to COMMERCIAL FREE episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E14 (4/2 – 4/8) CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E14 (4/2 – 4/8) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows === CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE WITH THE DTKC 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHIRT! CLICK HERE for DTKC Pro Wrestling Tees Store  ==== Remember: DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW streams LIVE every MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM after WWE RAW at DTKCDiscord.com. ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE *PATREON* AND *YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: You can send additional support for Don Tony And Kevin Castle and help grow the brand, by becoming a member of DT/KC PATREON and/or YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP FAMILY. Don Tony and Kevin Castle's PATREON has been around for over seven years! You can access all seven years of BONUS CONTENT right now including: Ad-Free episodes of all of Don Tony's weekly shows Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Weekly Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony and Kevin Castle 2000+ hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 8 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) CLICK HERE to access DT/KC Patreon now! YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: Another option is to become a CHANNEL MEMBER on YouTube. Get exclusive enhanced versions of weekly Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show, access to DT's weekly Patreon show, retro DTKC Show episodes, giveaways and more. CLICK HERE for more details and to join The DT/KC YouTube Channel Member Family! ==== CHECK OUT DON TONY AND KEVIN SHOW CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA CLICK HERE FOR PODBEAN CLICK HERE FOR IHEARTRADIO CLICK HERE FOR DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2024): DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW: LIVE EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM ET after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every WEDNESDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted every THURSDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every FRIDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) PRO WRESTLING WEEKEND NEWS UPDATE: Posted every SATURDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony) WWE/AEW PPV RECAP/REVIEW: (Posted MONDAY NIGHT as part of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com Email: dontony@dontony.com

Grenade #160 brings you the final week of WWF TV before Survivor Series 1988! It's all the last minute hype, interviews, and warm-up matches as everyone prepares for the big Thanksgiving night event! Plus, Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake battles old nemesis the Honky Tonk Man in a bout that breaks down into a 10-Man brawl! The Big Boss Man readies himself for the PPV with in-ring competition, while The Mega Powers invade The Brother Love Show! Hacksaw Duggan defends the USA vs. the evil foreigner Nikolai Volkoff. Harley Race returns to the ring! "Million $ Man" Ted Dibiase takes on Tito Santana in a fun encounter. Plus, Bobby Heenan steals a yacht{?}, Mr. Perfect knocks Scott Casey into next week, Red Rooster = The Cock of the Walk, Jesse Ventura talks rock & roll history, soundbites featuring the final Survivor Series Report, & 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, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content! 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 ★

The Wrestling Memory Grenade #159 has arrived, looking at the second week of November TV for 1988 in the WWF! Survivor Series grows closer and the teams come together. The Mega Powers talk about the big PPV event, The Rockers battle the Fabulous Rougeaus, but the Hart Foundation aren't too far away! Plus, Bret Hart faces Greg Valentine, Dino Bravo distracts Hacksaw Duggan, Andre the Giant in tears from his fears, Akeem becomes "The African Dream", Tito Santana gets theme music, The Conquistadors get a win leading into the PPV, Jake Roberts on the Brother Love Show, Curt Hennig continues his PERFECT winning streak, Hercules has a (temporary) change in theme music, Demolition flaunts their Series team, The Ultimate Warrior prepares to EXPLODE on Team Honky Tonk, soundbites, 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, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content! 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 Grenade #158 as we kick off November TV for 1988 in the WWF. "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig makes his in-ring debut on both Superstars & Challenge. Survivor Series heats up as all of the teams begin to take form & talk trash! Rockin' Robin the NEW WWF Women's Champion! The Andre/Snake feud kicks off with a bang. The Big Boss Man still looking to put Hulk Hogan in "solitary confinement". Akeem questions The Macho Man's ability to groove. The Baron makes his final appearance. Koko B. Ware knocks Tom Burton silly after botching a spot. Prime Time comes to us from Paris, France (sort of)! All of that and more, plus soundbites galore!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!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 ★

Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 11) covering the period of 3/12 thru 3/18. Running Time: 4 Hours 13 Minutes. This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony first aired in 2018 and spanned two seasons. After much demand, these retro episodes return REMASTERED and UPDATED FOR 2025. Wrestling history up to and including 2024 has been added! Hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. RUNNING TIME: 4 Hours 13 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E11 (03/12 - 03/18) Memorable 1983 match between Ric Flair and Greg Valentine goes to a one-hour time limit draw. Assassin #2 loses a Hair vs Mask match against Jimmy Valiant. Assassin #2 is revealed to be - Hercules Hernandez. Memorable 1986 match between Tiger Mask II (Mitsuharu Misawa) and Riki Choshu. Looking back at E10 Saturday Night's Main Event (1987). Brian 'Crush' Adams arrested and charged with 5 weapons possession and 7 drug counts. DT researches and clears up several details reported incorrectly for two decades. Looking back at ECW Extreme Warfare Vol One (1995). Looking back at ECW Hostile City Showdown (1997). The Dudleys win their First Tag Team Titles as a team. They would go on to win two dozen more. Looking back at WCW Uncensored PPV (1997, 1998, 1999). Audio: Bret Hart's uncensored tirade after being screwed out of winning WWF Championship on Raw. Audio: Kane piledrives the San Antonio Spurs' Gorilla Mascot. Mick Foley stars in Chef Boyardee Beefaroni commercial. Audio: Despite being buried on WWF TV, Public Enemy get a Tag Title shot against Jeff Jarrett and Owen Hart. Audio: Bubba Ray Dudley powerbombs Mae Young off a stage thru a table. Fabulous Moolah isn't impressed. Audio: Two memorable WWF Hardcore Title defenses: Crash Holly vs Mean Street Posse at Newark Airport. Crash Holly vs The Headbangers at Fun Time USA. Looking back at ECW Living Dangerously PPV (2000). Audio: New Jack speaks on injuries sustained after dive with Vic Grimes goes terribly wrong. Pro Wrestling Documentary 'Beyond The Mat' hits movie theatres (2000). Looking back at WCW's last ever PPV 'Greed' (2001). Turner Networks announce the cancellation of WCW Monday Nitro and Thunder. Bonus Audio: Eric Bischoff on TSN Off The Record (2003) discussing what went wrong with WCW. Looking back at WWF WrestleMania X8 (2002). Audio: Icon vs Icon: The Rock vs Hulk Hogan. Audio: Brock Lesnar makes WWF TV debut. WWE announces first ever 'brand split'. Audio: Steve Austin wrestles his last ever WWE TV (Non-PPV) match on Raw. Audio: Memorable Raw Tourette's promo between Goldust and Triple H (w/ Ric Flair). Looking back at 2004 WWE Hall Of Fame. Audio: Bobby Hennan's WWE Hall Of Fame speech (2004). Looking back at WrestleMania XX (2004). Looking back at TNA Destination X PPV (2005, 2009). Audio: The Rockers reunite and wrestle their first match together in fourteen years (2005). Jake 'The Snake' Roberts appears on Raw for the first time in eight years (2005). Looking back at 2006 return of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. Audio: Raw Main Event: John Cena and Randy Orton vs THE ENTIRE RAW ROSTER. Audio: Vince McMahon receives a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame. Mickey Rourke and The Wrestler film scenes during ROH event. While under WWE suspension, Jeff Hardy tragically loses his home and dog due to fire. AJ Styles becomes first ever TNA Grand Slam winner. Monday Night Wars II ending miserably for TNA Impact. WWE bans all Chair shots to the head. They also ban any blow to the head that is viewed as an 'intentional act'. Looking back at TNA Victory Road PPV (2011). Audio: Jeff Hardy shows up for TNA PPV Main event high on somas. And TNA has him compete anyway, losing to Sting in 88 seconds. Hulk Hogan forced to apologize after using the tragic Tsunami occurring in Japan as promo material. Trifecta: After mishandling Jeff Hardy match and Hulk Hogan's tasteless promo, Kurt Angle cuts a promo wanted to 'hunt down and kill' Karen and Jeff Jarrett. Audio: John Cena's memorable 'Thuganomics' Raw promo on The Rock (2012). Audio: The Rock's memorable 'Cleveland Rocks' Raw concert on John Cena (2012). Looking back at TNA One Night Only: 10 Yr Reunion PPV (2013). Looking back at TNA One Night Only: Knockouts Knockdown PPV (2013). Steve Austin announces the creation of his podcast 'The Steve Austin Show'. Looking back at WWE Roadblock PPV (2016). In an attempt to hide negative fan reaction building towards Roman Reigns, WWE has You Tube delete many camera phone clips of RR at events. Neville suffers broken ankle during match against Chris Jericho on Raw. Audio: Chris Jericho and Referee Charles Robinson speak on their 'confrontation' during Neville match. AJ Styles puts Shane McMahon's head thru a car window. Audio: Kurt Angle reveals Baron Corbin as his WrestleMania 35 opponent in his retirement match. And the crowd thought it sucked (and still does today) Adam Rose announces his retirement from pro wrestling Audio: Priscilla Kelly (GiGi Dolin) def Joey Ryan in an intergender match - by vomiting on his penis Early stages of the Covid pandemic leads to WWE, AEW, TNA, and Indy Feds to begin canceling events Audio: Young Bucks posts their personal phone number and asks fans to call and send them messages. PS: The phone number still works! WWE / Peacock relationship begins and WWE Network ends for many fans Looking back at Impact Wrestling: Sacrifice PPV 2021 Audio: Hip Hop artist launches a track solely dedicated to Charlotte Flair WWE signs Hank Walker, Cole Karter, Sloane Jacobs, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Lucien Price, Bronco Nima, Myles Borne, Sol Ruca, Kiana James, Fallon Henley, Arianna Grace, Thea Hail and Roxanne Perez Audio: Big E breaks his silence talking about his neck injury - as only Big E can :) WarnerMedia tells Tony Khan that The Briscoe Brothers are not welcome on their network Scott Hall (63) tragically passes away after suffering several heart attacks stemming from a fall in his home After Johnny Knoxville publicly posted Sami Zayn's Cell phone number. And despite Sami being spammed by fans, he actually answers a few calls and Facetime requests! Video goes viral showing Rey Mysterio approached at an airport by someone requesting over 30 autographs Tony Khan labels much of the IWC criticizing AEW product as 'Bots' Audio: Saraya fined by AEW after calling the neckbeards in attendance 'twats' Taya Valkyrie signs with AEW and immediately challenges Jade Cargill Nikki and Brie Bella officially exit WWE Virgil falsely announces he will be inducted into the WWE Hall Of Fame Class of 2023 Audio: Hulk Hogan predicts The Fabulous Rougeaus will be inducted to the WWE Hall Of Fame Class of 2023 Much anticipated animated TV series starring Rey Mysterio finally launches on MAX and the Cartoon Network Audio: Mercedes Mone makes her memorable AEW debut at AEW Dynamite: Big Business Darby Allin breaks his foot in three places during a match against Jay White; blowing his chance to climb Mount Everest in 2024 Becky Lynch hangs out with President Joe Biden at the White House during St Patrick's Day celebration Audio: The Rock Concert returns to SmackDown to hype up the WrestleMania 40 match between Roman Reigns and The Rock vs Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins Audio: The Rock posts an epic uncensored tirade on social media ripping Crying Cody Rhodes, The Cody Crybabies and Mama Rhodes And much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E11 (3/12 – 3/18)  CLICK HERE to listen to COMMERCIAL FREE episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E11 (3/12 – 3/18) CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E11 (3/12 – 3/18) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows === CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE WITH THE DTKC 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHIRT! CLICK HERE for DTKC Pro Wrestling Tees Store  ==== Remember: DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW streams LIVE every MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM after WWE RAW at DTKCDiscord.com. ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE *PATREON* AND *YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: You can send additional support for Don Tony And Kevin Castle and help grow the brand, by becoming a member of DT/KC PATREON and/or YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP FAMILY. Don Tony and Kevin Castle's PATREON has been around for over seven years! You can access all seven years of BONUS CONTENT right now including: Ad-Free episodes of all of Don Tony's weekly shows Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Weekly Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony and Kevin Castle 2000+ hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 8 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) CLICK HERE to access DT/KC Patreon now! YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: Another option is to become a CHANNEL MEMBER on YouTube. Get exclusive enhanced versions of weekly Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show, access to DT's weekly Patreon show, retro DTKC Show episodes, giveaways and more. CLICK HERE for more details and to join The DT/KC YouTube Channel Member Family! ==== CHECK OUT DON TONY AND KEVIN SHOW CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA CLICK HERE FOR PODBEAN CLICK HERE FOR IHEARTRADIO CLICK HERE FOR DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2024): DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW: LIVE EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM ET after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every WEDNESDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted every THURSDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every FRIDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) PRO WRESTLING WEEKEND NEWS UPDATE: Posted every SATURDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony) WWE/AEW PPV RECAP/REVIEW: (Posted MONDAY NIGHT as part of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com Email: dontony@dontony.com

Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 10) covering the period of 3/5 thru 3/11. Running Time: 3 Hours 19 Minutes. This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony first aired in 2018 and spanned two seasons. After much demand, these retro episodes return REMASTERED and UPDATED FOR 2025. Wrestling history up to and including 2024 has been added! Hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. RUNNING TIME: 4 Hours 22 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E10 (03/5 - 03/11) Audio: Ox Baker appears on The Price Is Right Pat Patterson takes Sgt Slaughter's Cobra Clutch Challenge and the memorable feud begins. ECW holds its first ever TV tapings (1993). Mick Foley has his ear torn off during a match against Big Van Vader at WCW event in Germany. Audio: Mick Foley, Vader, and 2 Cold Scorpio speak on the Ear incident. Audio: WWE has 'Chief' Jay Strongbow participate in Indian Tribe ceremony for Tatanka on Raw. Looking back at USWA Memphis Memories event (1994). Johnny B Badd wrestles last WCW match before signing with WWF. The Steiner Brothers make surprise return to WCW (1996). Mark Henry and Kurt Angle make their WWF TV debuts. Looking back at ECW Big Ass Extreme Bash (1996) Cactus Jack wrestles last ECW match before joining WWF. Audio: Memorable Raw promo between Roddy Piper and Goldust hyping their upcoming WrestleMania XII match. Raw Is War / The War Zone: WWF debuts new Set, Logo, and Theme for WWF Raw (1997). Audio: The Great Debate: Jerry Lawler (representing WWF) vs Paul E Dangerously (representing ECW). ECW invasion of WWF Monday Night Raw continues. Audio: Before Smackdown used it regularly, Marilyn Manson 'Beautiful People' was used for Raw. Looking back at the night WCW aired no matches during the first hour of Monday Nitro. Audio: Realty sets in that ECW is RIP as Living Dangerously 2001 PPV is canceled and Paul E Dangerously makes Raw Commentating debut. Audio: Vince McMahon makes Trish Stratus bark like a dog and strip down to her bra and panties. Audio: AJ Styles and Air Paris vs Kid Romeo and Elix Skipper on WCW Monday Nitro. Looking back at the short lived WCW Cruiserweight Tag Team Titles. Audio: Hulk Hogan and Steve Austin battle in the ring for the first and only time ever in WWF. Audio: Raw before WrestleMania X8 and Y2J/Stephanie vs HHH feud is intensified by - having Lucy The Dog run over by a Limousine. Audio: Memorable promo between The Hurricane and The Rock. The Rock loses last ever Non-PPV match (against The Hurricane). Kurt Angle vs Brock Lesnar WMXIX match moved up to Smackdown. Audio: Highlight from This Is Your Life Mick Foley - Presented by The Rock. Audio: JBL blows up the John Cena US Spinner Title. WWE releases the entire Smackdown Juniors Division. Looking back at TNA Destination X PPV (2006, 2007, 2008). Audio: Edge's creative reason for not wrestling John Cena post MLK Day. Jeff Hardy suspended 60 Days by WWE for 2nd Wellness Violation. JBL Makes Grand Slam history. Ken Shamrock suspended and fined by CA SAC after testing positive for steroids. Entertainment Weekly story confirms TNA signing Jenna Morasca. TNA starts a working agreement with AAA. Monday Night Wars II begins: TNA Impact vs WWE Raw. TMZ story confirms Snooki competing at WrestleMania XXVII. Brian Kendrick appears and competes on The Price Is Right (2011). Jerry Lynn announces retirement date from in ring competition. Nightclub incident involving John Morrison and Melina. Audio: The Rock gives Boston fans 'History Lessons' on John Cena. Looking back at TNA Lockdown PPV (2013, 2014). Audio: Jeff Hardy occupies Raw. Bill Demott resigns as Head Trainer at WWE Performance Center. WWE attempts to Trademark the 'Too Sweet' symbol to block Bullet Club from using it. Y2AJ split as Chris Jericho turns on AJ Styles. Looking back at WWE Fastlane PPV (2017). Audio: Kevin Owens defends the Universal Title against Goldberg. Austin Aries makes his WWE 205 Live in ring debut. Kurt Angle announces his retirement match will take place at WrestleMania 35 Looking back at WWE Fastlane 2019 Audio: Ronda Rousey works herself into a shoot in a profanity filled tirade towards her WrestleMania opponent(s) and the WWE Universe Jim Ross exits WWE and is immediately offered a contract from All Elite Wrestling AEW attempts to swerve fans into thinking the Exalted One will be revealed as Matt Hardy Scott Steiner hospitalized in serious condition after collapsing at Impact Wrestling TV taping A Go Fund Me page is set up by fans to raise money for Cody Rhodes to have his American Nightmare Tattoo removed Brandi Rhodes goes and gets a neck tattoo of her own (no really) Audio: WWE releases their first PSA to fans dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic Looking back at AEW Revolution 2021 featuring the disastrous ending to the Exploding Barbed Wire Death Match between Jon Moxley vs Kenny Omega Audio: Ethan Page' AEW Dynamite debut is ruined thanks to the NBA and AEW Production! AEW announces the first set of tapings for AEW Dark: Elevation Fan footage surfaces showing Shaq stretchered into an ambulance (following AEW tag team match) then immediately walking out! Looking back at NXT Roadblock 2022, 2023 Audio: Johnny Gargano' surprise NXT return as the opponent of Grayson Waller at Stand And Deliver Jeff Hardy makes his memorable AEW debut; making sure to dance before making the save of his brother from a beatdown Pete Dunne makes his SmackDown debut as 'Butch' Big E suffers career ending injury during tag team match on SmackDown Audio: Rhea Ripley reveals in an interview what female she would like to join the Judgement Day; an interesting choice WWE begins talks with several State Gambling Regulators about legalizing betting on WWE matches Liv Morgan goes viral for her hilarious actions while being shown on camera at a New York Knicks game Audio: MJF makes a memorable appearance on Impractical Jokers WWE signs a deal with Logan Paul to make PRIME Hydration an official sponsor at all WWE events AEW changes their Dynamite logo Sammy Guevara suspended by AEW for his actions during a match where Jeff Hardy was legit knocked out and injured Looking back at TNA Sacrifice 2024 Dominik Mysterio marries his long time girlfriend, Marie Juliette CJ Perry (Lana) and Miro (Rusev) announce their separation and imminent divorce Kevin Kelly is fired by AEW Audio: Did John Cena call his heel turn a year earlier? He certainly did  RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E10 (3/5 – 3/11)  CLICK HERE to listen to COMMERCIAL FREE episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E10 (3/5 – 3/11) CLICK HERE to listen to THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S3 E10 (3/5 – 3/11) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows === CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE WITH THE DTKC 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHIRT! CLICK HERE for DTKC Pro Wrestling Tees Store  ==== Remember: DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW streams LIVE every MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM after WWE RAW at DTKCDiscord.com. ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE *PATREON* AND *YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: You can send additional support for Don Tony And Kevin Castle and help grow the brand, by becoming a member of DT/KC PATREON and/or YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP FAMILY. Don Tony and Kevin Castle's PATREON has been around for over seven years! You can access all seven years of BONUS CONTENT right now including: Ad-Free episodes of all of Don Tony's weekly shows Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Weekly Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony and Kevin Castle 2000+ hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 8 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) CLICK HERE to access DT/KC Patreon now! YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: Another option is to become a CHANNEL MEMBER on YouTube. Get exclusive enhanced versions of weekly Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show, access to DT's weekly Patreon show, retro DTKC Show episodes, giveaways and more. CLICK HERE for more details and to join The DT/KC YouTube Channel Member Family! ==== CHECK OUT DON TONY AND KEVIN SHOW CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA CLICK HERE FOR PODBEAN CLICK HERE FOR IHEARTRADIO CLICK HERE FOR DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2024): DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW: LIVE EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 10:45PM ET after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every WEDNESDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted every THURSDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony) PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every FRIDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) PRO WRESTLING WEEKEND NEWS UPDATE: Posted every SATURDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms) THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony) WWE/AEW PPV RECAP/REVIEW: (Posted MONDAY NIGHT as part of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com Email: dontony@dontony.com

This week on the Grenade, we look at the weekend of OCTOBER 29, 1988 WWF TV. The Macho Man endorses the Mighty Hercules! Hulk Hogan vows revenge on the Big Boss Man. The Red Rooster promises to prove to Bobby Heenan that he is in fact a "good wrestler". All Survivor Series matches are announced with some interesting original team lineups. The Baron speaks for the Powers of Pain. Rick Rude & Jake Roberts prepare for their final showdown at Saturday Night's Main Event. IC Champ The Ultimate Warrior likes his Pork Chop (Cash) "well done". The Rockers rock both Superstars & Challenge. It's Halloween season on Prime Time Wrestling, will the REAL Gorilla please stand up, 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 ★

A NEW GRENADE HAS ARRIVED! LOOKING AT THE WEEKEND OF OCTOBER 22, 1988 WWF TV. FEATURING A MAJOR ANGLE, AS THE BIG BOSS MAN ATTACKS HULK HOGAN ON THE BROTHER LOVE SHOW... PLUS, THE WWF DEBUT OF ARN ANDERSON & TULLY BLANCHARD, THE BRAIN BUSTERS! TITO SANTANA HAS A RUDE AWAKENING FOR RAVISHING RICK! WE HAVE A PORK CHOP CASH SIGHTING! HEAR WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A RED ROOSTER BATTLES A JUNKYARD DOG! THE BARON STILL WITH THE POWERS OF PAIN. TED DIBIASE VOWS TO ENSLAVE THE MIGHTY HERCULES. GORILLA & BOBBY HEENAN STOP BY SUGAR RAY LEONARD'S TRAINING CAMP. WE LEARN ALL OF THE CO-CAPTAINS AND A FULL MATCH SCHEDULED FOR the 1988 SURVIVOR SERIES! ALL OF THAT AND SO MUCH MORE, PLUS SOUNDBITES GALORE!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 ★

This week on the Grenade, we continue into the month of October 1988 in the WWF history books. Mr. Perfect shoots hoops... Perfectly,  Bobby Heenan's "Little Red Rooster" makes his in-ring debut, Jake & Cheryl Roberts make a promise to Rick Rude, Hacksaw Duggan & Dino Bravo go nose-to-nose on the set of the Brother Love Show, Hercules makes his babyface debut in the ring (complete with Theme Music), Rick Rude has new tights, The Big Boss Man is primed & ready for a big push, Jesse Ventura mocks The Hart Foundation's business sense, "Outlaw" Ron Bass hangs another victim, Greg Valentine's "Heartbreaker", IC Champ The Ultimate Warrior destroys another foe, the Young Stallions reform for this week, the Survivor Series is coming, more fun as Gorilla Monsoon returns to Prime Time to take issue with The Brain, hard sell for the Sugar Ray/Lalonde bout begins, 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, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!WrestleCopia Merchandise Available at 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 a monster-sized 2+ Hour edition of the Grenade this week as the Poz-man cometh! We're joined by Special Guest John Poz of the "Two Man Power Trip" Podcast Empire as he joins the show to talk the week of October 8th, 1988 in the WWF and all of the current goings on in the company! Listen in as the "little Warrior" in Ray works side-by-side with the longtime Hulkamaniac in Poz as they discuss a variety of topics, including the introduction on the Brother Love Show of Bobby Heenan's latest charge "The Red Rooster" Terry Taylor! Plus, the transformation of the One Man Gang to Akeem, Mr. Perfect Vignettes, Hercules' babyface turn on Ted Dibiase, the underrated gimmick of the Fabulous Rougeaus and their feud with The Hart Foundation, IC Title feud between the Ultimate Warrior vs. Honky Tonk Man, the build up of Bad News Brown coming for WWF Champion Randy Savage, the most excellent Jake Roberts/Rick Rude feud vs. the disappointing matches, USA vs. Quebec when Hacksaw Duggan deals with Dino Bravo, lingering issues between Tag Champs Demolition vs. British Bulldogs, Brutus Beefcake's issues with The Outlaw, the awesomeness of newcomers like The Big Boss Man & Rockers, the departures of Don Muraco & JYD, the announcement of Survivor Series 88, Vince's obsession with Dino Bravo, we also talk Koko B. Ware, Ken Patera, Crockett Job Guys, Sandy Beach... All of that and more, plus soundbites galore!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!WrestleCopia Merchandise Available at 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 ★

Business picks up as we kick off October 1988 WWF TV this week on the Grenade. Featuring the Mighty Hercules babyface turn, refusing to be a SLAVE for the Million Dollar Man. We witness the first two vignettes for Curt Hennig, but you can call him "Mr. Perfect"! Akeem dances his way to the ring for the first time. The Hart Foundation and Blue Blazer receive theme music. Brother Love is moving to Superstars, as Mean Gene comes to Wrestling Challenge. Bad News Brown is coming for the Macho Man and his WWF Title. The Fabulous Rougeaus with yet another classic promo, using the Hart's contracts as a down payment for their homes in the USA. Sensational Sherri returns to TV with a kiss for... Greg Valentine? The Brutus Beefcake/Ron Bass war rages on. Jake Roberts shows a young preliminary foe why you should never trust a Snake. All of that, and so much more, plus... soundbites galore! 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 ★

Kris and David start off the new year looking at the week of January 1-7, 1984. Topics of discussion include:The first major strikes in the War of 1984 are fired as Hulk Hogan, Gene Okerlund, Roddy Piper, and David Schultz all make their WWF TV debut during our week and Dave Meltzer speculates on what the aftermath of that will look like.WWF also taking over KPLR TV in St. Louis with their version of "Wrestling at the Chase,” leaving the NWA office out in the cold…but not for long.Dusty Rhodes facing off with Antonio Inoki on 1/1 at Korakuen Hall, starting off what would be a crazy year for NJPW.Ricky Steamboat's "retirement" tour in JCP.Paul Ellering in GCW being his best run as a manager.The awesomeness of Nick Bockwinkel as the world heavyweight champion.Jerry Lawler paying by the punch to get a rematch with Bockwinkel.Magnum T.A. getting tarred and feathered in Mid-South.Terry Taylor making his debut in Mid-South in a major way.Rick Rood studying Jimmy Garvin's act in Dallas to prepare for his Memphis run.The AWA's shoddy handling of Hulk Hogan's departure.This is the earliest show we've ever done, and we have a ton of fun discussion throughout!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:34:30 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, Maple Leaf, Winnipeg, Stampede, Vancouver, EMLL, UWA, & WWC2:04:39 Classic Commercial Break2:09:47 Halftime2:34:18 USA East: JCP, GCW, CWF, SECW, & Memphis4:14:42 USA West: Mid-South, WCCW, SWCW, WWA, AWA, St. Louis, Central States, & PortlandTo 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 start off the new year looking at the week of January 1-7, 1984. Topics of discussion include:The first major strikes in the War of 1984 are fired as Hulk Hogan, Gene Okerlund, Roddy Piper, and David Schultz all make their WWF TV debut during our week and Dave Meltzer speculates on what the aftermath of that will look like.WWF also taking over KPLR TV in St. Louis with their version of "Wrestling at the Chase,” leaving the NWA office out in the cold…but not for long.Dusty Rhodes facing off with Antonio Inoki on 1/1 at Korakuen Hall, starting off what would be a crazy year for NJPW.Ricky Steamboat's "retirement" tour in JCP.Paul Ellering in GCW being his best run as a manager.The awesomeness of Nick Bockwinkel as the world heavyweight champion.Jerry Lawler paying by the punch to get a rematch with Bockwinkel.Magnum T.A. getting tarred and feathered in Mid-South.Terry Taylor making his debut in Mid-South in a major way.Rick Rood studying Jimmy Garvin's act in Dallas to prepare for his Memphis run.The AWA's shoddy handling of Hulk Hogan's departure.This is the earliest show we've ever done, and we have a ton of fun discussion throughout!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:34:30 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, Maple Leaf, Winnipeg, Stampede, Vancouver, EMLL, UWA, & WWC2:04:39 Classic Commercial Break2:09:47 Halftime2:34:18 USA East: JCP, GCW, CWF, SECW, & Memphis4:14:42 USA West: Mid-South, WCCW, SWCW, WWA, AWA, St. Louis, Central States, & PortlandTo 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 Chad Austin (@chadhooverdimer) to discuss the week-plus that was December 25, 1993-January 4, 1994. Topics of discussion include:The WWF's post Christmas house show run not doing well at the box office.Bret and Owen Hart letting everyone know they "made up" over the holidays.Alundra Blayze making her debut on WWF TV, winning the WWF Women's Championship tournament finals.Yokozuna as SANTA CLAUS in a wacky skit as well as his fear of caskets.John Nord becoming Stan Hansen's new tag partner in AJPW.Genichiro Tenryu pinning Antonio Inoki on a newsworthy January 4th Tokyo Dome show for NJPW loaded with major matches including Hulk Hogan vs. Tatsumi Fujinami, which still manages to be a disappointment at the gate.1993 year-end awards being given out in Mexico.ECW Holiday Hell '93 at the ECW Arena featuring our guest Chad Austin getting a big moment, the debut of Pitbull #1, Terry Funk beating Sabu, and an EXPLOSION (not so much) match between Pat Tanaka and Rocco Rock.Dick Murdoch's awesome promos in SMW.A screwy way of getting around stipulations on the Christmas Chaos show in Knoxville.Jim Neidhart promoting shows in Florida.Eddie Gilbert and Buddy Landel wildin' out in Memphis.Jeff Cohen getting candid in the Torch about opening up his own promotion in Indianapolis.And last but not least, WCW Starrcade '93 featuring the amazing Ric Flair vs. Big Van Vader main event, as well as the hoopla surrounding it, which was some of the greatest stuff that WCW ever did.This is a tremendous show to close out the year, so check it out!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:13:39 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, NOW, W*ING, RINGS, AJW, LLPW, Lucha Awards, AAA, CMLL, & UWA1:53:54 Classic Commercial Break1:56:19 Halftime2:20:42 ECW3:18:29 Other USA: Blackstar Promotions, SMW, NGWA, Peach State, Anvil Promotions, USWA, Mike Samples/Tri-State (KY), CWI, GWF, & Ron Reis4:41:26 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

In this episode of Wrestling War Zone: The Monday Night Wars, JT Rozzero & Chad Campbell dive into the Monday Night Wars from 6/9/97! They catch up on their personal lives for a few minutes and then discuss backstage fights for both promotions, ECW returning to WWF TV, the future of Shawn Michaels, Mankind stepping up, the final march to Great American Bash, Luger taking on Hogan and much more. So sit back, settle in and join JT and Chad as they work their way through the one and only Monday Night Wrestling War era!

Kris and David are joined by Chad Austin (@chadhooverdimer) to discuss the week-plus that was December 25, 1993-January 4, 1994. Topics of discussion include:The WWF's post Christmas house show run not doing well at the box office.Bret and Owen Hart letting everyone know they "made up" over the holidays.Alundra Blayze making her debut on WWF TV, winning the WWF Women's Championship tournament finals.Yokozuna as SANTA CLAUS in a wacky skit as well as his fear of caskets.John Nord becoming Stan Hansen's new tag partner in AJPW.Genichiro Tenryu pinning Antonio Inoki on a newsworthy January 4th Tokyo Dome show for NJPW loaded with major matches including Hulk Hogan vs. Tatsumi Fujinami, which still manages to be a disappointment at the gate.1993 year-end awards being given out in Mexico.ECW Holiday Hell '93 at the ECW Arena featuring our guest Chad Austin getting a big moment, the debut of Pitbull #1, Terry Funk beating Sabu, and an EXPLOSION (not so much) match between Pat Tanaka and Rocco Rock.Dick Murdoch's awesome promos in SMW.A screwy way of getting around stipulations on the Christmas Chaos show in Knoxville.Jim Neidhart promoting shows in Florida.Eddie Gilbert and Buddy Landel wildin' out in Memphis.Jeff Cohen getting candid in the Torch about opening up his own promotion in Indianapolis.And last but not least, WCW Starrcade '93 featuring the amazing Ric Flair vs. Big Van Vader main event, as well as the hoopla surrounding it, which was some of the greatest stuff that WCW ever did.This is a tremendous show to close out the year, so check it out!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:13:39 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, NOW, W*ING, RINGS, AJW, LLPW, Lucha Awards, AAA, CMLL, & UWA1:53:54 Classic Commercial Break1:56:19 Halftime2:20:42 ECW3:18:29 Other USA: Blackstar Promotions, SMW, NGWA, Peach State, Anvil Promotions, USWA, Mike Samples/Tri-State (KY), CWI, GWF, & Ron Reis4:41:26 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

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!!Kris and David are joined this week by Beau James (@kingofkingsport) and Robert O'Connor (@ghostofquinones) for our now-traditional sort “of Christmas Show" as we discuss the week-plus that was December 18-25, 1994. Topics of discussion include:The Rougeau family drama in Montreal as Jacques wants to bring in WCW just a couple of months after "retiring" from the WWF, and how that is causing a major rift with Raymond, his brother who's still a WWF announcer.WCW's tour of Germany and how it was a failure.The Blacktop Bully makes his in-ring debut on WCW TV.Some really wacky Japanese indie scum results as the major promotions are off for the rest of the year.911 chokeslamming Santa Claus and Cactus Jack whacking “The Virgin Princess” Angel with the Sandman's Singapore cane at the ECW Arena.Steve Richards becoming Stevie Flamingo.Christmas Chaos in Knoxville for SMW, featuring the brutal murder of Boots the cat and Jim Cornette fully turning babyface as part of his war with The Gangstas.The Gagnes seemingly running a rare post-bankruptcy AWA branded show at a casino in Minnesota.Bret Hart returning to WWF TV with a beard while he's filming Lonesome Dove.Vince McMahon conducting quite the sit-down interview with Diesel in the lobby of Titan Towers.Bob Backlund calling out "Kevin Nash" on Monday Night Raw.Diesel leads the WWF staff in singing Christmas carols at Titan Towers.These Christmas shows are always great with both Beau and O'Connor doing their respective things, and this one was no different, so we hope you enjoy!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW1:18:35 Int'l: NJPW, FMW, Go Gundan, IWU, Nishi Nihon, Weekly Pro awards, Union Pro, RINGS, AJW, JWP, All-Star, WCCW (BC), CMLL, & UWA1:57:39 Classic Commercial Break2:00:57 Halftime2:11:45 Other USA: ECW, SMW, USWA, NWA Dallas, & AWA3:42:44 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!!Kris and David are joined this week by Beau James (@kingofkingsport) and Robert O'Connor (@ghostofquinones) for our now-traditional sort “of Christmas Show" as we discuss the week-plus that was December 18-25, 1994. Topics of discussion include:The Rougeau family drama in Montreal as Jacques wants to bring in WCW just a couple of months after "retiring" from the WWF, and how that is causing a major rift with Raymond, his brother who's still a WWF announcer.WCW's tour of Germany and how it was a failure.The Blacktop Bully makes his in-ring debut on WCW TV.Some really wacky Japanese indie scum results as the major promotions are off for the rest of the year.911 chokeslamming Santa Claus and Cactus Jack whacking “The Virgin Princess” Angel with the Sandman's Singapore cane at the ECW Arena.Steve Richards becoming Stevie Flamingo.Christmas Chaos in Knoxville for SMW, featuring the brutal murder of Boots the cat and Jim Cornette fully turning babyface as part of his war with The Gangstas.The Gagnes seemingly running a rare post-bankruptcy AWA branded show at a casino in Minnesota.Bret Hart returning to WWF TV with a beard while he's filming Lonesome Dove.Vince McMahon conducting quite the sit-down interview with Diesel in the lobby of Titan Towers.Bob Backlund calling out "Kevin Nash" on Monday Night Raw.Diesel leads the WWF staff in singing Christmas carols at Titan Towers.These Christmas shows are always great with both Beau and O'Connor doing their respective things, and this one was no different, so we hope you enjoy!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW1:18:35 Int'l: NJPW, FMW, Go Gundan, IWU, Nishi Nihon, Weekly Pro awards, Union Pro, RINGS, AJW, JWP, All-Star, WCCW (BC), CMLL, & UWA1:57:39 Classic Commercial Break2:00:57 Halftime2:11:45 Other USA: ECW, SMW, USWA, NWA Dallas, & AWA3:42:44 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

IT'S GRENADE #149. COVERING THE WEEKEND OF SEPTEMBER 24, 1988 WWF TV! BEHOLD... the debut of... AKEEM!!! The Baron makes another rare appearance as the manager of the Powers of Pain. Craig DeGeorge makes his final WWF appearance when he interviews "Outlaw" Ron Bass (and the Maverick Brothers!). The Fabulous Rougeaus show off their new manager Jimmy Hart, both in the ring, and on the Brother Love Show. Dino Bravo taunts Hacksaw Duggan & the USA. Ted Dibiase teases his new "possession". Rick Rude flaunts his new tights. Plus, King Haku demonstrates his dominance, Bad News Brown wants a title shot against WWF Champion The Macho Man, Gorilla Monsoon returns to Prime Time, and action with IC Champ Ultimate Warrior, Big Boss Man, Jake Roberts, Tito Santana, The Bolsheviks, & 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, 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 ★

IT'S GRENADE #148, COVERING THE WEEKEND OF SEPTEMBER 17, 1988 WWF TV! Just some of the stuff discussed this week... The Fabulous Rougeau Brothers introduce their SURPRISE to the world, their new manager Jimmy Hart... Find out how will the Hart Foundation respond! Ted Dibiase is preparing to purchase his next big "possession", but what or WHO will it be? The Blue Blazer makes his Superstars Debut, while George "The Animal" Steele makes his final appearance in a WWF ring for 9 years! Plus, Vince McMahon steps in for Gorilla Monsoon as host of Prime Time this week, Bad News Brown issues a challenge to WWF Champ Macho Man Savage, Hacksaw & Dino Bravo exchange words, The Big Boss Man appears on the Brother Love Show as he calls out Hulk Hogan, Rick Rude promises even more revealing tights after his incident with Jake Roberts, Brutus Beefcake has words for the Outlaw, a new more aggressive Honky Tonk Man warns new IC Champ The Ultimate Warrior, British Bulldogs are gunning for Tag Champs Demolition, and the BARON makes his syndicated TV debut as manager of the Powers of Pain. All of that, and so much more, plus soundbites galore!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 ★

IT'S THE WRESTLING MEMORY GRENADE #147. COVERING THE WEEKEND OF SEPTEMBER 10, 1988 WWF TV! Jake "The Snake" Roberts STRIPS "Ravishing" Rick Rude of his tights in a fun angle! Plus, The Blue Blazer makes his TV debut, The Fabulous Rougeaus begin taunting the Hart Foundation. A more aggressive Honky Tonk Man prepares to get "his" belt back from The Ultimate Warrior. President Jack Tunney fines "Outlaw" Ron Bass. Demolition calls out The British Bulldogs. Dino Bravo appears on the Brother Love Show as the Bravo/Hacksaw Duggan "Border War" continues. Jesse Ventura says a "no-no" word on weekend TV. Big Boss Man enforcing his own form of justice. We hear from the "Mecca of Manhood" SCARY Terry Taylor, You spell "PERFECT" H-E-N-N-I-G! The Macho Man invades the Prime Time Wrestling Studio, an UPDATE on the Muraco/Valentine feud, Tito Santana embraces singles competition once again, George Steele has his penultimate TV match in his 80s run, King Haku dominates in the ring as he seeks The Mega Powers, find out how Ken Patera watches the 88 Olympics, the Crockett job guys continue to work the TV Tapings, & more! All of that, and soundbites galore!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 ★

IT'S THE WRESTLING MEMORY GRENADE #146. COVERING THE FIRST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 1988 WWF TV, DEALING WITH THE FALLOUT FROM SUMMERSLAM! Hulk Hogan shows off his brand new look.. complete with mineral water from Mars, BROTHER! The Honky Tonk Man seeks revenge as he smashes his guitar over the head of the NEW IC Champion Ultimate Warrior. Brutus Beefcake also seeking revenge on the "Outlaw' Ron Bass. Speaking of Bass, he introduces us to "The Maverick Brothers" on the Brother Love show this week as well! Bad News Brown beats his opponent so bad, he knocks him out of his boots (literally). Rick Rude continues to shine as he taunts Jake & Cheryl Roberts. Slick promises a "new look" for the One Man Gang. Dino Bravo & Hacksaw Duggan prepare for a "Border War". The Big Boss Man slaps poor Bobo Reeds into next week. The Bolsheviks demand a rematch vs. The Powers of Pain. The Fabulous Rougeaus with another great promo. WWF Champion Randy Savage awaits his next challenger in line. Plus, action involving the likes of The Rockers, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, King Haku, "Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase, & more! All of that, and soundbites galore!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 ★

This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: Episode 44 (10/28 – 11/3)RUNNING TIME: 2 Hours 44 Minutes WWF Saturday Night's Main Event / Halloween 1985: Funk vs Dog, Hulk/Andre vs Bundy/Studd, Savage vs Santana, Steamboat vs Fuji, Costume Party, Pipers Pit with The Hillbillies, Hennan Pumpkin Bobbin, Land of 1000 Dances,  Halloween at Piper Home, and more. Cult classic 'They Live' starring Roddy Piper is released in movie theatres. Audio: Roddy Piper looks back at the filming of 'They Live'. Brainbusters WWF run comes to an abrupt end. Audio: Brainbusters lose WWF Tag Team Titles to Demolition on TV, then tape their final match losing to The Rockers. The Rockers def Hart Foundation for WWF Tag Titles, but is nullified due to a broken ring rope (and lots more). Bonus Audio: Jake 'The Snake' Roberts slaps Miss Elizabeth plus interviews with Jake and Macho Man. Matt Hardy makes another appearance on WCW Amateur Challenge. Audio: Hollywood Blondes officially split as a tag team. Looking back at ECW November To Remember 1994, a 'blind' Sandman, and Chris Benoit breaking Sabu's neck. Infamous Michinoku Pro No Rope Barbed Wire Exploding Landmine Double Hell Death Match: Great Sasuke vs Atsushi Onita. Audio: Steve Austin's two ECW skits of "Monday Nyquil: Where The Big Boys Play - With Each Other'. Audio: Steve Austin promo prior to Mikey Whipwreck def Sandman (Ladder Match) for ECW Heavyweight Title. The Dudleys have a new member: Bubba Ray Dudley. Goldust makes his WWF Raw debut. Audio: Ahmed Johnson makes memorable WWF debut, bodyslamming Yokozuna. Sabu wrestles his last WCW match. Rocky Maivia makes his WWF TV debut. Audio: Kurt Angle appears in ECW and guest commentates match (1996). Audio: Taz ECW promo on heat with Sabu. Audio: Pillman's Got A Gun (need we say more). Bret Hart officially signs with WCW. Perry Saturn makes WCW in ring debut and wins Gold. J-Crown is officially retired after WWF takes back Light Heavyweight Championship. Audio: Vince McMahon gives Mankind a present: The WWF Hardcore Championship. Looking back at ECW November To Remember 1998, 2000. WWF debuts Super Astros. Jesse Ventura is elected Governor of Minnesota. John Cena makes his pro wrestling debut for UWF Promotion. WWF settles wrongful death lawsuit with the Hart family. Audio: Incident between Kurt Angle and Daniel Puder from Smackdown. Bonus Audio: Al Snow and Kurt Angle interviews on Daniel Puder incident. Christian leaves WWE and ultimately signs with TNA Wrestling. Bonus Audio: Christian explains why he left WWF and signed with TNA Wrestling. Steve Austin walks out of WWE after learning about Taboo Tuesday match outcome against Jonathan Coachman. Vader and Goldust make surprise WWE return. Looking back at WWE Taboo Tuesday 2005 and Cyber Sunday 2006. Audio: Three Faces Of Foley returns and targets Carlito. WWE releases Brooke Adams and Psicosis. Rikishi leaves TNA due to a contractual dispute. WWE announces all Wellness Policy Violations would be made public, then immediately suspends Chris Masters and Harry Smith. Linda McMahon loses 2010 CT Senate bid to Richard Blumenthal. Audio: TNA launches Anti-Bullying Campaign and website: 'Eliminate The Hate'. Neither the campaign and website exist today. Audio: The Muppets invade Monday Night Raw. WWE '13 Video Game is released in North America. Bonus Audio: WWE '13 Commercial featuring CM Punk. Y2J debuts web comedy series, 'But I'm Chris Jericho'. Poor PPV buyrates and negative comments by Vince McMahon to investors spells trouble for Daniel Bryan's headlining events. TNA ends relationship with Ohio Valley Wrestling. WWE Network exclusive as Rusev def Sheamus for US TItle. Ronda Rousey tells Rolling Stone (2015) she's ready for WWE. Seth Rollins suffers serious knee injury during a match against Kane in Dublin, Ireland. Looking back at WWE Hell In A Cell Event 2016. And so much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S1 E44 (10/28 – 11/3)  === CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE (2004-2024) WITH THIS NEWLY RELEASED 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHIRT! CLICK HERE for DTKC Pro Wrestling Tees Store  CLICK HERE for DTKC Merchandise Store (Shirts, Mugs and more!) ==== Remember: DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW streams LIVE every MONDAY NIGHT at 10:15PM after WWE RAW at DTKCDiscord.com. ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE *PATREON* AND *YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: You can send additional support for Don Tony And Kevin Castle and help grow the brand, by becoming a member of DT/KC PATREON and/or YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP FAMILY. Don Tony and Kevin Castle's PATREON has been around for over seven years! You can access all seven years of BONUS CONTENT right now including: Ad-Free episodes of all of Don Tony's weekly shows Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Weekly Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony and Kevin Castle 2000+ hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 8 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) CLICK HERE to access DT/KC Patreon now! YOUTUBE CHANNEL MEMBERSHIPS: Another option is to become a CHANNEL MEMBER on YouTube. Get exclusive enhanced versions of weekly Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show, access to DT's weekly Patreon show, retro DTKC Show episodes, giveaways and more. CLICK HERE for more details and to join The DT/KC YouTube Channel Member Family! ==== CHECK OUT DON TONY AND KEVIN SHOW CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA CLICK HERE FOR PODBEAN CLICK HERE FOR IHEARTRADIO CLICK HERE FOR DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: UPCOMING WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (ET): DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW: LIVE Mondays 10:15PM after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com PRO WRESTLING DAILY NEWS UPDATES: Pro Wrestling news updates posted every day! DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE Tuesdays 8:30PM on Patreon Channel at DTKCDiscord.com THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted Thursdays 4PM at DonTony.com CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE Thursdays 8:30PM on Patreon Channel at DTKCDiscord.com THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: LIVE Sundays at 8PM on YouTube WWE/AEW PPV REVIEWS: (Airdates/Airtimes vary) THE DON TONY SHOW: Special Episodes (Airdates/Airtimes vary) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com Email: dontony@dontony.com

Kris and David are guestless as we discuss the week that was October 9-15, 1994. Topics of discussion include:The real reasons why WCW was trying to "retire" Ric Flair at Halloween Havoc 94.WCW's Hulk Hogan vs. Ric Flair house show tour, with Dave Meltzer attending the show in Oakland and giving a detailed rundown of the show and the issues the tour had drawing.The Hogan/Flair feud and why Dave Sullivan being so heavily involved was a negative.Chris Candido's only tour of All Japan.The awesome tag team of John Tenta and Vader in the UWFi.Ron Skoler talking to the Torch about the upcoming When Worlds Collide PPV and WCW's involvement in the promotion of the show (or lack thereof).Sabu weighing his options between the WWF and ECW.Ole and Bryant Anderson make their in-person debuts on SMW TV, plus Cactus Jack makes his surprise debut, as well.Scott Bowden introduces us to his Haitian friend SGT. VICTOR in Memphis.Bob Backlund attacks Arnold Skaaland on Superstars.Charlie Minn makes his WWF TV debut on Live Event News.The curious story of Scott Norton working a one-off WWF house show.All of this and much more on another fun episode of BTS!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW1:26:45 Eurasia: AJPW, NJPW, WAR, Dojo Geki Dosanko, FMW, IWA Japan, Michinoku Pro, Tokyo Pro, Fray Tormenta, Pancrase, UWFi, AJW, JWP, LLPW, & CWA2:00:06 Classic Commercial Break2:04:18 Halftime2:09:47 Mexico: AAA, CMLL, & UWA3:46:58 Other USA: IWF (MA), WWA (NJ), ECW, Steel City, WWWA, North Coast, “NWA Sabu,” MTW, Mid-Atlantic Wrestling, All-Star (GA), SMW, USWA, & FLL4:29:56 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris and David are guestless as we discuss the week that was October 9-15, 1994. Topics of discussion include:The real reasons why WCW was trying to "retire" Ric Flair at Halloween Havoc 94.WCW's Hulk Hogan vs. Ric Flair house show tour, with Dave Meltzer attending the show in Oakland and giving a detailed rundown of the show and the issues the tour had drawing.The Hogan/Flair feud and why Dave Sullivan being so heavily involved was a negative.Chris Candido's only tour of All Japan.The awesome tag team of John Tenta and Vader in the UWFi.Ron Skoler talking to the Torch about the upcoming When Worlds Collide PPV and WCW's involvement in the promotion of the show (or lack thereof).Sabu weighing his options between the WWF and ECW.Ole and Bryant Anderson make their in-person debuts on SMW TV, plus Cactus Jack makes his surprise debut, as well.Scott Bowden introduces us to his Haitian friend SGT. VICTOR in Memphis.Bob Backlund attacks Arnold Skaaland on Superstars.Charlie Minn makes his WWF TV debut on Live Event News.The curious story of Scott Norton working a one-off WWF house show.All of this and much more on another fun episode of BTS!Timestamps:0:00:00 WCW1:26:45 Eurasia: AJPW, NJPW, WAR, Dojo Geki Dosanko, FMW, IWA Japan, Michinoku Pro, Tokyo Pro, Fray Tormenta, Pancrase, UWFi, AJW, JWP, LLPW, & CWA2:00:06 Classic Commercial Break2:04:18 Halftime2:09:47 Mexico: AAA, CMLL, & UWA3:46:58 Other USA: IWF (MA), WWA (NJ), ECW, Steel City, WWWA, North Coast, “NWA Sabu,” MTW, Mid-Atlantic Wrestling, All-Star (GA), SMW, USWA, & FLL4:29:56 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris and David are guestless as we discuss the week that was October 2-8, 1992. Topics of discussion include:The curious story of WWF Montreal promoter Louis Acocella (Gino Brito Sr.) being arrested in Montreal over his involvement in a loan shark operation and how it came a few months before Dino Bravo's murder relating to other mob activity.The weekly cable TV wrestling shows hitting all-time lows in the Nielsen ratings and why that might be happening.Just who was the creative force behind the return of Bob Backlund to WWF TV? Plus the promotion changing its "style" to being more "old-school."Dean Malenko joining New Japan and the possible reasons why he (and his brother) left All Japan.Pro Wrestling Fujiwara Gumi running a major show at the Tokyo Dome.AAA and the SNL wrestlers' union having a major labor dispute in Mexico.Ronnie Garvin stealing Paul Orndorff's robe on SMW TV.The Tazmaniac debuting on USWA TV, which also features the debut of the RODEO QUEEN.The angle surrounding Manuel Villalobos and his HUD home angle keeps moving along in Global.The Oregon Boxing & Wrestling Commission needing a bailout.“Cowboy” Bill Watts and the Steiner Brothers having major issues behind the scenes.Dustin Rhodes and Barry Windham winning the Unified World Tag Team Titles on WCW Saturday Night…which is the beginning of the end of their tag team since it's when they start hinting at Barry's heel turn.One of the classic "WCW, EVERYBODY!” moments as well takes place on the Halloween Havoc Control Center.We've got an extremely fun show for you this week, so check it out!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF0:38:42 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, WAR, & PWFG1:12:48 Latin America: AAA, CMLL, UWA, & WWC1:34:31 Classic Commercial Break1:30:30 Halftime: AEW Finally Announced Their New TV Deal Edition2:17:54 Other USA: John Arezzi, TWWF, WWWA, ECW, WWWOW, SMW, USWA, GWF, Big D, WCCW, WWA (SoCal), & CWUSA3:59:52 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 guestless as we discuss the week that was October 2-8, 1992. Topics of discussion include:The curious story of WWF Montreal promoter Louis Acocella (Gino Brito Sr.) being arrested in Montreal over his involvement in a loan shark operation and how it came a few months before Dino Bravo's murder relating to other mob activity.The weekly cable TV wrestling shows hitting all-time lows in the Nielsen ratings and why that might be happening.Just who was the creative force behind the return of Bob Backlund to WWF TV? Plus the promotion changing its "style" to being more "old-school."Dean Malenko joining New Japan and the possible reasons why he (and his brother) left All Japan.Pro Wrestling Fujiwara Gumi running a major show at the Tokyo Dome.AAA and the SNL wrestlers' union having a major labor dispute in Mexico.Ronnie Garvin stealing Paul Orndorff's robe on SMW TV.The Tazmaniac debuting on USWA TV, which also features the debut of the RODEO QUEEN.The angle surrounding Manuel Villalobos and his HUD home angle keeps moving along in Global.The Oregon Boxing & Wrestling Commission needing a bailout.“Cowboy” Bill Watts and the Steiner Brothers having major issues behind the scenes.Dustin Rhodes and Barry Windham winning the Unified World Tag Team Titles on WCW Saturday Night…which is the beginning of the end of their tag team since it's when they start hinting at Barry's heel turn.One of the classic "WCW, EVERYBODY!” moments as well takes place on the Halloween Havoc Control Center.We've got an extremely fun show for you this week, so check it out!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF0:38:42 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, WAR, & PWFG1:12:48 Latin America: AAA, CMLL, UWA, & WWC1:34:31 Classic Commercial Break1:30:30 Halftime: AEW Finally Announced Their New TV Deal Edition2:17:54 Other USA: John Arezzi, TWWF, WWWA, ECW, WWWOW, SMW, USWA, GWF, Big D, WCCW, WWA (SoCal), & CWUSA3:59:52 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

IT'S THE WRESTLING MEMORY GRENADE #142. COVERING THE FINAL TWO WEEKS OF AUGUST 1988 WWF TV, LEADING INTO THE FIRST-EVER SUMMERSLAM! Tons of last minute hype for the Mega Powers vs. Mega Bucks, as the heels allude to having Guest Referee Jesse Ventura in their pocket. Macho & The Hulkster respond with a secret weapon... Miss Elizabeth in a "string bikini". Brutus Beefcake picks a fight with "Outlaw" Ron Bass, destroys the cowboy's hat and bullwhip "Miss Betsy". Then the following week, the Outlaw returns for revenge, and bout does he get it! RIck Rude continues to taunt Jake Roberts and wife Cheryl, but now also adds the Junkyard Dog to his list of detractors. Jimmy Hart continues to align himself with Demolition & Mr. Fuji in order to screw his former team The Hart Foundation from winning the Tag Team Titles. Brother Love questions who his mystery guest will be at the PPV, as well as the integrity of "Mega" Ref Ventura. The Fabulous Rougeaus continue to impress their American fans. The Ultimate Warrior dominates. The Rockers dazzle in tag action. The Big Boss Man serves Hard Times to his opponent. Bad News Brown talks the "Harlem Shuffle", Crockett Prelim talent take over TV, & 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, 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 ★

Kris and David are guestless as we discuss the week that was September 18-24, 1989. Topics of discussion include:Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard, and The Fabulous Rougeau Brothers all give notice to the WWF amidst rumors of the company having some cashflow issues.Earthquake Evans makes his dark match debut at the WWF TV tapings.Randy Savage joins the Cincinnati Reds radio booth, which pisses off owner Marge Schott.The story of the Dusty Rhodes/"Big Daddy" lawsuit in Florida.THE ULTIMATE GIANT appears on The Brother Love Show.Ronnie P. Gossett gets diapered while Buddy Landel gets powdered in Memphis.Billy Joe Travis begins his heel turn in Dallas.The controversial Scott Steiner limo attack airs on TBS days after the infamous plastic bag angle at the Clash, and how Jim Herd vows angles like this would never air again.All of this and much much more on a very entertaining episode of BTS!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF0:55:26 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, CWA, Stampede, EMLL, & Yoshihiro Asai1:12:03 Classic Commercial Break1:16:31 Halftime1:51:41 Other USA: SCW, Continental, CWA/Memphis, USWA, Central States, AWA, Slammers, & Portland2:35:00 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 guestless as we discuss the week that was September 18-24, 1989. Topics of discussion include:Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard, and The Fabulous Rougeau Brothers all give notice to the WWF amidst rumors of the company having some cashflow issues.Earthquake Evans makes his dark match debut at the WWF TV tapings.Randy Savage joins the Cincinnati Reds radio booth, which pisses off owner Marge Schott.The story of the Dusty Rhodes/"Big Daddy" lawsuit in Florida.THE ULTIMATE GIANT appears on The Brother Love Show.Ronnie P. Gossett gets diapered while Buddy Landel gets powdered in Memphis.Billy Joe Travis begins his heel turn in Dallas.The controversial Scott Steiner limo attack airs on TBS days after the infamous plastic bag angle at the Clash, and how Jim Herd vows angles like this would never air again.All of this and much much more on a very entertaining episode of BTS!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF0:55:26 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, CWA, Stampede, EMLL, & Yoshihiro Asai1:12:03 Classic Commercial Break1:16:31 Halftime1:51:41 Other USA: SCW, Continental, CWA/Memphis, USWA, Central States, AWA, Slammers, & Portland2:35:00 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

This week on the Grenade we look at the first two weeks of AUGUST 1988 WWF TV! The Mega Powers vs. The Mega Bucks build intensifies for SUMMERSLAM 88, while "Mega Ref" Jesse Ventura's integrity is put into question. Rick Rude shows off his new tights in the likeness of one Cheryl Roberts (the wife of Jake "The Snake")! Brutus Beefcake comes after the Honky Tonk Man's IC Title one final time. Jimmy Hart aligns with Demolition & Mr. Fuji in order to screw his former team The Hart Foundation. The COCKY Terry Taylor tries out some nicknames. Brother Love has his show interrupted by some unexpected guests in the form of the WWF Champ Macho Man & Hulk Hogan! Gorilla Monsoon doesn't mince words with Brother Love on the Prime Time Set. Plus action and promos involving the likes of The British Bulldogs, Rockers, Powers of Pain, Bolsheviks, Tito Santana, Ted Dibiase, Bad News Brown, Don Muraco, Dino Bravo, Hacksaw Duggan, Greg Valentine, Hart Foundation, Jake Roberts, Ultimate Warrior, One Man Gang vs. JYD, & soundbites galore!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 ★

Kris and David are joined by Al Getz (@AlGetzWrestling) to discuss the week that was September 4-10, 1986. Topics of discussion include:Details on Jim Crockett's plans for taking over the Central States territory.Changes in the TBS weekend shows and why they are happening.Some really great promos from JCP TV, including TWO separate ones from the dynamic duo of Sam Houston and Todd Champion that you don't want to miss.Bruiser Brody settling his differences with New Japan, as they announce his return…which only lasts two shows.A shocking name New Japan wanted to bring in to face Keiji Muto when he returned from his first excursion to the United States.CHICKY STARR'S SPORTS SHOP!!!! Yes, we have a clip.Championship Wrestling from Florida rebranding as American Championship Wrestling.Bam Bam Bigelow splitting from Larry Sharpe in Memphis.The UWF debuting its top 10 rankings.World Class continuing its downward spiral.Col. DeBeers and Scott Hall going at it in the AWA.Dave Meltzer's thoughts on the new look of the WWF's syndicated TV shows, and how much those changes were needed.The debut of The Snake Pit on the first episode of Wrestling Challenge.Randy Savage at home with Elizabeth and much, much more from WWF TV.This show was so damn fun, so check it out!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 JCP1:19:59 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, JWP, England, Maritimes, Montreal, Stampede, Vancouver, EMLL, Arena Naucalpan, UWA, & WWC2:10:55 Classic Commercial Break2:15:54 Halftime3:06:10 USA East: CWF, Continental, & CWA/Memphis3:49:41 USA West: UWF, WCCW, AWA, Central States, & Portland4:38:31 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris and David are joined by Al Getz (@AlGetzWrestling) to discuss the week that was September 4-10, 1986. Topics of discussion include:Details on Jim Crockett's plans for taking over the Central States territory.Changes in the TBS weekend shows and why they are happening.Some really great promos from JCP TV, including TWO separate ones from the dynamic duo of Sam Houston and Todd Champion that you don't want to miss.Bruiser Brody settling his differences with New Japan, as they announce his return…which only lasts two shows.A shocking name New Japan wanted to bring in to face Keiji Muto when he returned from his first excursion to the United States.CHICKY STARR'S SPORTS SHOP!!!! Yes, we have a clip.Championship Wrestling from Florida rebranding as American Championship Wrestling.Bam Bam Bigelow splitting from Larry Sharpe in Memphis.The UWF debuting its top 10 rankings.World Class continuing its downward spiral.Col. DeBeers and Scott Hall going at it in the AWA.Dave Meltzer's thoughts on the new look of the WWF's syndicated TV shows, and how much those changes were needed.The debut of The Snake Pit on the first episode of Wrestling Challenge.Randy Savage at home with Elizabeth and much, much more from WWF TV.This show was so damn fun, so check it out!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 JCP1:19:59 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, JWP, England, Maritimes, Montreal, Stampede, Vancouver, EMLL, Arena Naucalpan, UWA, & WWC2:10:55 Classic Commercial Break2:15:54 Halftime3:06:10 USA East: CWF, Continental, & CWA/Memphis3:49:41 USA West: UWF, WCCW, AWA, Central States, & Portland4:38:31 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Grenade is back to close out the month of JULY 1988 WWF TV and a look at WWF WRESTLEFEST Results from Milwaukee Stadium! The Macho Man announces the returning HULK HOGAN as his partner for SummerSlam as the MEGA POWERS are slated to take on Ted Dibiase & Andre the Giant, the MEGA BUCKS! Plus, Mean Gene Okerlund returns after a month-long absence, Terry Taylor debuts and immediately turns heel on Sam Houston, full WRESTLEFEST '88 Results, the SummerSlam card is announced IN FULL, 6-Man Tag with the Ultimate Warrior & British Bulldogs vs. Demolition & Mr. Fuji, one final Weasel Suit Match, Jake Roberts vs. Rick Rude, Conquistadors eat ice cream, HULK VS. ANDRE INSIDE A STEEL CAGE, SOUNDBITES GALORE, 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 "Superfan DELUXE" 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 ★

IT'S THE WRESTLING MEMORY GRENADE #137. CONTINUING WITH TWO MORE WEEKS OF JULY 1988 WWF TV! The Powers of Pain make their WWF DEBUT! The Macho Man issues a challenge to Ted Dibiase & Andre. SSSSummer Slam hype begins. Jake & Cheryl Roberts are the guests of Brother Love! And speaking of Brother, Mr. Love joins an episode of Prime Time Wrestling, which only upsets the Gorilla! The Big Boss Man shows us what "hard times" is all about! Tito Santana battles "Headbanger" Jos LeDuc, Greg Valentine vs. Ken Patera (as Don Muraco intervenes). The Iron Sheik's brief return to TV. Tag team action is hot & heavy as we see the likes of The Hart Foundation, Rockers, Rougeaus, Tag Champs Demolition, & more! Plus, Jesse Ventura will return to the ring... as a REFEREE?!?!?! Also, soundbites out the wazoo, and so much more summer of 88 goodness!Available everywhere your Podcast Streaming needs are met.Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes the $5 “All Access” Tier & $9 "Superfan DELUXE" 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 ★

New Grenade Episode #136 covers the first TWO WEEKS of JULY TV for 1988 in the WWF! Bobby Heenan crowns a NEW KING of the WWF! Ted Dibiase & Andre the Giant attack WWF Champion "Macho Man" Randy Savage to begin the set up for SummerSlam! The Rougeaus are getting more FABULOUS by the day. The Hart Foundation reunite for tag action while Jimmy Hart responds to his former team trying to fire him. Rick Martel ruled out indefinitely. Bad News Brown ponders having kids??? Jos LeDuc makes his TV debut. Tag team specialists The Rockers continue to impress, we witness the Russian Veg-O-Matic, everyone loves an Ice Cream Bar, Sean Mooney is improving while Mean Gene is replaced by Howard Finkel! Brother Love's featured guests this week are The Big Boss Man and "Ravishing" Rick Rude! All of that, and so much more!Available everywhere your Podcast Streaming needs are met.Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes the $5 “All Access” Tier & $9 "Superfan DELUXE" 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 ★

This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: Episode 30 (7/22 – 7/28)RUNNING TIME: 3 Hours 21 Minutes Epic battle between Bob Backlund and Antonio Inoki (for WWWF Championship) ends in a 60 minute draw. A match that is still talked about today. Looking back at WWF 'Brawl To End It All' MTV special event. First ever WWF Championship Title change in a Cage Match as Tito Santana def Greg Valentine for IC Title. Dusty Rhodes' last reign as NWA Heavyweight Champion begins, defeating Ric Flair in a steel cage (1986). Looking back at the original NWA Great American Bash Tour. Audio: Sherri Martel def 64 y/o Fabulous Moolah for WWF Women's Championship (1987). Audio: Wendi Richter def Monster Ripper (Bertha Faye) to win WWC Women's Championship (1987). Looking back at WCW Great American Bash PPV (1989). Audio: Jim Cornette debuts for WWF on Monday Night Raw. Audio: Bob Backlund snaps and turns heel after losing to Bret Hart for WWF Championship (1994). Looking back at WWF In Your House 2: The Lumberjacks (1995). Audio: Dean Douglas makes his WWF TV debut (1995). Scott Steiner makes his ECW debut (1995). Audio: NWO airs its first ever 'Paid Announcement'. Audio: Infamous NWO attack on Nitro, including Kevin Nash throwing Rey Mysterio into a production truck like a lawn dart. (1996). Audio: Bret Hart's infamous enema remark towards USA and Pittsburgh, PA (1997). Audio: WWF's attempt at Light Heavyweight Division to combat Nitro: Devon Storm vs Ace Darling (1997). Audio: Dr Death Steve Williams vs Bart Gunn WWF Brawl For It All Match (1998). Looking back at WWF In Your House 23: Fully Loaded (1998). Edge wins his first ever WWE Championship, winning the IC Title at a house show. His reign would last one day. Looking back at WWF Fully Loaded PPV (1999, 2000). Triple H shows Trish Stratus some 'wrestling moves' and Stephanie is none too pleased. US Champion Lance Storm becomes 'Lance Two Belts', def Big Vito for WCW Hardcore Title. Kurt Angle and Booker T trade WCW Heavyweight Championship Title wins. Looking back to the future: OVW event featuring John Cena, Randy Orton, Batista, Brock Lesnar and many others (2001). Audio: The Rock vs Ric Flair. The one and only time they faced off in a singles match (2002). Ring Of Honor crowns their first ever ROH Heavyweight Champion. Looking back at WWE Vengeance PPV (2003). Looking back at Pro Wrestling Guerrilla's first ever event (2003). Audio: AJ Styles (c) vs Frankie Kazarian vs Michael Shane: Ultimate X Match for X Division Title (2004). Audio: Jeff Hardy vs Monty Brown: Memorable #1 contenders match for TNA Heavyweight Title (2004). Looking back at the night WWE Raw (two hour episode) only had two matches (2004). Audio: Teddy Long begins his nine year reign as Smackdown GM (2004). Looking back at WWE Great American Bash PPV (2005, 2006). Audio: Muhammad Hassan wrestles his last ever match in WWE. Audio: WWE Battle Of The Bands: John Cena vs Chris Jericho and Fozzy (2005). WWE signs Ted Dibiase Jr to a developmental deal. TNA signs Adam 'Pacman' Jones. Audio: Same night WWE officially becomes PG Programming, Mike Adamle is announced as Raw GM. Diamond Dallas Page settles his lawsuit against Jay-Z over use of Diamond Cutter symbol. Looking back at WWE Night Of Champions PPV (2009). Audio: Chris Jericho is not happy Shaq is hosting Raw (2009). WWE Champion CM Punk returns to WWE and confronts newly crowned WWE Champion John Cena. WWF/WWE Raw reaches 1000th Episode milestone (2012). Stephanie McMahon 'arrested' for slapping Brie Bella. Ever wonder why WWE never pushed the angle further with a 'mugshot'? Seth Rollins inadvertently knees John Cena in the nose causing several fractures and emergency surgery. Audio: attempts damage control after video of his racist tirade surfaces and is fired by WWE. (2015). Layla El announces her WWE retirement. Looking back at WWE Battleground PPV (2016, 2017). Nia Jax and Finn Balor make their WWE main roster debuts (2016). Audio: Braun Strowman vs WWE newcomer, James Ellsworth (2016). And so much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S1 E30 (7/22 – 7/28) ====  Join The DTKC Family! Become a member of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show Patreon and access right now: Ad-Free episodes of all of weekly shows Weekly live Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony and Kevin Castle Thousands of hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 7 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Predictions Contests, Giveaways and more! CLICK HERE to access now! www.Patreon.com/DonTony ==== CHECK OUT DON TONY AND KEVIN SHOW CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA CLICK HERE FOR PODBEAN CLICK HERE FOR IHEARTRADIO CLICK HERE FOR DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: UPCOMING WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (ET): DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW LIVE Mondays 11:15PM on DTKCDiscord.com DTVIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE Tuesdays 10:05PM on Patreon Channel at DTKCDiscord.com THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted Thursdays 4PM at DonTony.com CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE Thursdays 10:30PM on Patreon Channel at DTKCDiscord.com Q&A w/DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE (Mailbag): posted monthly on Thursdays at DonTony.com THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: LIVE Fridays at 10:05PM (after WWE SmackDown) on YouTube WWE/AEW PPV REVIEWS: (Airdates/Airtimes vary) THE DON TONY SHOW: Special Episodes (Airdates/Airtimes vary) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com Email: dontony@dontony.com

This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: Episode 29 (7/15 – 7/21)RUNNING TIME: 3 Hours 41 Minutes Audio: 'The Great Betrayal': Paul Orndorff turns on Hulk Hogan during a Tag Team match against King Kong Bundy and Big John Studd (1986). Audio: Memorable promos from Paul Orndorff and Hulk Hogan following the 'betrayal' (1986). Looking back at WWF Saturday Night's Main Event #22 (1986). Audio: The Brain Busters makes WWF/NWA history and end Demolition's record 478-day reign as WWF Tag Team Champions (1986). Canada threatens arrest and bans Jacques Rougeau and WWF from using 'The Mountie' in Canada. Audio: 'I am, The Mountie!' Audio: 'I am, Jacques Rougeau!' Audio: Bret Hart defends IC Championship in the first ever WWF Ladder Match (1992). Looking back at NWA/WCW 'Beach Blast' PPV (1993). Vince McMahon found not guilty in 1994 steroids conspiracy trial. Looking back at WCW 'Bash At The Beach' PPV (1994, 1995). The Giant (Big Show) makes his WCW debut. Audio: Hulk Hogan makes his WCW debut and defeats Ric Flair for WCW Heavyweight Championship (1994). Audio: Phantasio makes his one and only WWF TV appearance. Audio: Woman (Nancy Benoit) causes TV controversy as Mikey Whipwreck takes ten Singapore cane lashes from The Sandman (1995). After defeating The Gangstas in the main event, Public Enemy and fans 'break' the ECW ring. Looking back at WWF In Your House 9: International Incident PPV (1996). Wild Bill Irwin (as The Goon) and Ron Simmons (as Faarooq Asad) make their WWF debuts. Looking back at ECW Heatwave PPV (1997, 1999, 2000). Audio: The Dudleys and Joel Gertner's memorable Heatwave '99 promo (1999). XPW sits ringside during Heatwave 2000 PPV and ECW wrestlers are none too happy about it. Looking back at WWF 'Invasion' PPV (2001) and the massive PPV buyrate. Following Eric Bischoff announced as Raw GM, Stephanie McMahon debuts as Smackdown GM (2002). Audio: First on air promo exchange between Eric Bischoff and The Rock (2002). Looking back at WWE 'Vengeance' PPV (2002). Triple H turns on friend and 'manager', Shawn Michaels. WWE unifies the Intercontinental and European Championships. Audio: Memorable promo exchange between The Rock and Eddie Guerrero (2002). Audio: Sabu makes NWA TNA debut in a memorable ladder match against Malice (2002). Who remembers the WWE Evolution 'Paid, Laid, and Made' T-Shirt?! Audio: Goldberg tells Triple H, he's next! (2003). Kane tombstone piledrives Linda McMahon on WWE Raw stage. Audio: John Cena cuts memorable graveyard promo on The Undertaker and urinates on a tombstone (2003). Looking back at ROH 'Death Before Dishonor' 2003 event. Looking back at TNA 'No Surrender' PPV (2005). Looking back at TNA 'Victory Road' PPV (2006, 2009). Looking back at WWE 'Great American Bash' PPV (2007, 2008). Hornswoggle wins the WWE Cruiserweight Title. Bobby Lashley wrestles last match during his first run with WWE. WWE replaces Edge (due to injury) with The Great Khali as WWE World Heavyweight Champion. Edge forfeits WWE World Heavyweight Championship after suffering a torn pectoral muscle. Bye bye TV-14! WWE officially becomes 'PG'. Triple H (and Alicia Fox) ruin the 'wedding' between Edge and Vickie Guerrero. First ever WWE Divas Champion crowned (2008). D'Lo Brown makes a memorable return to WWE (2008). Audio: TNA employee exposes Jeff Jarrett and Karen Angle affair on Bubba The Love Sponge Radio Show Ron Simmons inducted into the College Football Hall Of Fame. Looking back at WWE 'Money In The Bank' PPV (2010, 2011). Audio: CM Punk defeats John Cena and leaves WWE as WWE Champion (2011). Audio: Triple H 'takes over' WWE and relieves a crying Vince McMahon of his duties. Rey Mysterio (for 46 minutes) then John Cena replaces CM Punk as WWE Champion. Audio: CM Punk confronts Triple H at San Diego Comic-Con (2011). Audio: Daniel Bryan proposes to AJ Lee (2012). Brie Bella suffers wardrobe malfunction during segment on Raw (2013). TNA releases D'Lo Brown and Bruce Pritchard. Looking back at WWE 'Battleground' PPV (2014, 2015). CM Punk appears at Alternative Press Music Awards and vows a WWE return will never happen. Dixie Carter attempts to rehire and hide Vince Russo as a creative consultant for TNA. Mick Foley (Raw) and Daniel Bryan (Smackdown Live) announced as new WWE General Managers. Looking back at 2016 WWE Draft. Audio: Cesaro is not happy about WWE Draft. Audio: Kalisto 'Lucha Thing'. Audio: Bubba Ray has a problem with The Uso's Samoan wrestling lineage. Audio: Kurt Angle reveals Jason Jordan as his son. Looking back at Impact Wrestling 'Slammiversary XVI' PPV (2018). And so much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S1 E29 (7/15 – 7/21) ====  Join The DTKC Family! Become a member of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show Patreon and access right now: Ad-Free episodes of all of weekly shows Weekly live Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony and Kevin Castle Thousands of hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 7 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Predictions Contests, Giveaways and more! CLICK HERE to access now! www.Patreon.com/DonTony ==== CHECK OUT DON TONY AND KEVIN SHOW CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA CLICK HERE FOR PODBEAN CLICK HERE FOR IHEARTRADIO CLICK HERE FOR DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: UPCOMING WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (ET): DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW LIVE Mondays 11:15PM on DTKCDiscord.com DTVIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE Tuesdays 10:05PM on Patreon Channel at DTKCDiscord.com THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted Thursdays 4PM at DonTony.com CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE Thursdays 10:30PM on Patreon Channel at DTKCDiscord.com Q&A w/DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE (Mailbag): posted monthly on Thursdays at DonTony.com THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: LIVE Fridays at 10:05PM (after WWE SmackDown) on YouTube WWE/AEW PPV REVIEWS: (Airdates/Airtimes vary) THE DON TONY SHOW: Special Episodes (Airdates/Airtimes vary) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com Email: dontony@dontony.com

This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. SYNOPSIS: Episode 28 (7/8 – 7/14)RUNNING TIME: 4 Hours 'Black Saturday' as TBS replaces Georgia Championship Wrestling with World Wrestling Federation. Audio: Jim Cornette discusses 'Black Saturday'. Bruno Sammartino wrestles his last ever match at Madison Square Garden. Harley Race wins 1986 WWF King Of The Ring. Precious! Looking back at the time Ric Flair made out with a Mannequin on World Championship Wrestling. Ultimate Warrior (as Dingo Warrior) makes his WWF TV debut. Dr Death Steve Williams captures UWF Heavyweight Championship. Looking back at NWA Great American Bash '88. We want Flair! We want Flair! Looking back at WCW Great American Bash 1991. Looking back at WCW Great American Bash (1992) Vince McMahon folds the World Bodybuilding Federation (WBF). Ric Flair wrestles in Charlotte for the first time as part of WWF (1992). Hulk Hogan takes the stand in the Vince McMahon steroid distribution trial, and admits to years of steroid use. Looking back at ECW Heatwave (1995, 1996). Wild Pegasus (Chris Benoit) wins Best Of The Super Juniors Tournament. WWF releases Jack Tunney. Audio: Owen Hart & British Bulldog vs Steve Austin & ??? for vacant WWF Tag Team Titles (1997). Nitro Girls debut on WCW Monday Nitro. Looking back at WCW Bash At The Beach (1997, 1998, 1999, 2000). Looking back at WCW LA Melee Pay Per Listen event (1998). Audio: Two Clusterf***s For One: Chavo Guerrero Jr 'submits' to Stevie Ray, then shaves his own head in Hair vs Hair Match against Eddie Guerrero. WWF debuts WWF.com internet webcast 'Code-Red'. WWF announces return of Jesse Ventura (then MN Governor) to referee the main event of Summerslam (1999). Audio: WCW Junkyard Hardcore Invitational Match. Audio: Jeff Jarrett lays down to Hollywood Hulk Hogan and Vince Russo tirade that followed. Booker T becomes second ever Black Heavyweight Champion in WCW history. Looking back at the formation of the WCW / ECW Alliance:  Audio #1: Tommy Dreamer makes WWF debut and ECW reforms.  Audio #2: Vince McMahon and WWF forms an 'alliance' with Shane McMahon and WCW to battle ECW on Raw.  Audio #3: WCW swerves WWF and aligns with ECW, now owned by Stephanie McMahon. Kurt Angle sings 'Jimmy Crack Corn'. Audio: Eric Bischoff makes his WWE debut as General Manager of Raw. Audio: Kurt Angle and John Cena Battle Rap! (2003). Looking back at WWE Vengeance PPV (2004) UPN forces WWE to remove Muhammad Hassan off Smackdown programming. Audio: Muhammad Hassan Smackdown promo that did not air on UPN. Audio: Matt Hardy calls in to WWE Byte This! and confronts Lita. Brock Lesnar stripped of IWGP Heavyweight Championship. Looking back at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event (2006). Looking back at ROH Death Before Dishonor IV (2006). Funeral services held for Nancy and Daniel Benoit. Audio: Following the Benoit tragedy, the infamous appearance by Mr Kennedy on Fox News and the denial of never taking steroids. Jim Ross opens JR's Family BBQ Restaurant. WWE signs Teddy Hart to a developmental deal. Looking back at TNA Victory Road PPV (2007, 2008, 2010). Looking back at AAA TripleMania XV (2007). WWE releases Ashley Massaro. Superstar Billy Graham auctions off his WWE Hall Of Fame ring on Ebay. Bobby Lashley and Kid Kash sign with TNA. TNA announces ECW reunion themed event 'Hardcore Justice'. ABC cancels 'Downfall' game show hosted by Chris Jericho after only 5 episodes. Chasyn Rance arrested for having sexual relations with a 15 y/o. Looking back at TNA Destination X PPV (2011). TNA releases Matt and Nick Jackson (Generation Me), Matt Morgan, and Hernandez. Audio: CM Punk and Vince McMahon 'contract negotiation' from Raw (2011). Audio: Bray Wyatt makes his NXT debut (2012). Bonus Audio: Early Bray Wyatt promo from FCW. Looking back at WWE Money In The Bank PPV (2012, 2013). Kharma and CM Punk officially released by WWE. WWE announces partnership with Tout. WWE opens the Performance Center. GFW 'invasion' of TNA draws 135 at 5000+ seat stadium. Sasha Banks, Charlotte, and Becky Lynch makes their WWE main roster debut. One week after TNA airs 'The Final Deletion' at the Hardy Compound, WWE airs Wyatt Family vs New Day at Wyatt Compound. Audio: Bonus Audio: Wyatt Family challenges New Day. Brock Lesnar def Mark Hunt at UFC 200, just to be suspended a week later for doping violation. WWE's lame excuse for not suspending Brock Lesnar for UFC doping violation. Looking back at WWE Great Balls Of Fire PPV (2017). Looking back at WWE Extreme Rules PPV (2018). And so much more! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY S1 E28 (7/8 – 7/14) ====  Join The DTKC Family! Become a member of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show Patreon and access right now: Ad-Free episodes of all of weekly shows Weekly live Patreon podcasts hosted by Don Tony and Kevin Castle Thousands of hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 7 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!) Retro episodes of The Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show going back as early as 2004 (Retro Episodes added each week!) Predictions Contests, Giveaways and more! CLICK HERE to access now! www.Patreon.com/DonTony ==== CHECK OUT DON TONY AND KEVIN SHOW CONTENT ACROSS THESE PLATFORMS: CLICK HERE FOR APPLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY CLICK HERE FOR ANDROID CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE PODCASTS CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA CLICK HERE FOR PODBEAN CLICK HERE FOR IHEARTRADIO CLICK HERE FOR DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW MERCHANDISE! ==== DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: UPCOMING WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (ET): DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW LIVE Mondays 11:15PM on DTKCDiscord.com DTVIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE Tuesdays 10:05PM on Patreon Channel at DTKCDiscord.com THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted Thursdays 4PM at DonTony.com CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE Thursdays 10:30PM on Patreon Channel at DTKCDiscord.com Q&A w/DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE (Mailbag): posted monthly on Thursdays at DonTony.com THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: LIVE Fridays at 10:05PM (after WWE SmackDown) on YouTube WWE/AEW PPV REVIEWS: (Airdates/Airtimes vary) THE DON TONY SHOW: Special Episodes (Airdates/Airtimes vary) ==== SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE / CONTACT INFO: Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontonyd Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dontony Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKCShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dontony Website: https://www.wrestling-news.com Email: dontony@dontony.com