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If you've always wanted to know what the real story was behind some of wrestling's biggest moments, Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard will finally give you the real answer. A terrific storyteller, Bruce has done and seen it all and now he's going to share it all with you so sit back and be ready for a wild ride! Join Bruce and his partner in crime, Conrad Thompson as they take you through the WWF's expansion in the 80s, Houston Wrestling, the challenging early 90s for the WWF, the GWF ...
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From Starrcade '83 to March 26, 2001, Tony Schiavone was the voice of professional wrestling below the Mason-Dixon Line. Though the Monday Night Wars may be over you can still relive the memories of Jim Crockett Promotions and World Championship Wrestling. Hear for yourself why What Happened When with Tony Schiavone is a hilarious trip down professional wrestling's memory lane. Join Tony and Conrad every Wednesday morning at 6am ET
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Season Two Coming Soon! ✴️ Do you ever wonder what childfree life REALLY looks and feels like? Sure there are the party days and good times of your 20s and 30s (which we both crushed btw) but what about when things start to "slow down" at 50? Is fun still a priority? Does the worry about the elder years increase or decrease? Does regret set in or fade into oblivion? Do friendships change? Is building community with new childfree friends possible? We are a happy childfree couple living in Aus ...
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🎙️ WCW Saturday Night: Season 2, Episode 51 Title: The Boss vs Rick Rude Sup, Bubba? Lacy is back from summer vacation and the Bubba Cast is officially back in full effect! And guess what? This week’s throwdown was handpicked by Zerpie—so you already know it’s about to be good. WCW Saturday Night is stacked: “Stunning” Steve Austin, Big Van Vader, …
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, The Wrestling God, Johh Layfield and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into Bill Goldberg's historic WWE run that ended this past Saturday during SNME. TRUE CLASSIC - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/STW ! #trueclassicpod STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned …
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The Wrestling Stoop is back as Bob Roop talks more about his time booking the Florida territory in the mid 1980s! We discuss the passing of Bubba Douglas during a live event, Steve Brinson's run as "The Falcon" and his illegal "pharmaceutical" past, newcomers Sean Royal & Chris Champion who would go on to become the New Breed, losing Jesse Barr to …
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to 1985 and Jim Crockett Promotion's very first Great American Bash! Posted on the WCW YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/9nqDfXv9GIY?si=X2MjNYIGlFkji3fO We start at 53:13 just before the Road Warriors vs the Russians is about to start STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and s…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad discuss the rise of Degeneration X and it's take over of the WWE back in the late 90's. John has stories about working with the members and other stuff you wont hear anywhere else. This is an episode that will sure keep you on your toes. And, if you're not down with that we have two words for…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, "The Wrestling God" John Layfield is in the hotseat answering all your LIVE questions on this edition of #AskJBL Anything! BRUNT - Get $10 Off @BRUNT with code WRESTLE at https://bruntworkwear.com/WRESTLE #BRUNTpod BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use p…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back 52 years for the WWWF's very first LIVE show on HBO. The guys are joining the action at 24:43 into the show where we find Gorilla Monsoon facing off against Lou Albano! Other featured matches include WWWF champion Pedro Morales battling George "The Animal" Steele, Chief Jay Strongb…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to 1995 for some Great American Bash action! The guys discuss all the happenings in WCW back in the 90's. Plus, Tony shares details of his neck surgery and going back to work way too early. BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use…
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On this edition of Something To Wrestle, JBL and host Conrad Thompson will be discussing the legendary career of multi-time world tag team champions The Dudley Boyz! JBL will share stories of his history working with the tag team and so much more. STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code STW at https://stopbo…
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This week on the Wrestling Stoop, Bob Roop dives back into his time as the booker in Florida circa 1986. We talk Bob's extensive time working with a rookie Lex Luger, The Fabulous Ones (Stan Lane & Steve Keirn), the enigma that was Tyree Pride, Ron Bass, The Sheepherders & more! Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.pat…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to 1993 for King Of The Ring and the crowning of Bret Hart as the new king of the WWF! King Of The Ring was also the swan song for Hulk Hogan and his run as the WWF champion and face of the company. Hulkster left the WWF after the event and eventually landed in WCW for his iconic r…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad take us on a journey through the iconic career of The Undertaker. John shares stories of the first time he met the dead man, his first in ring battle with him, why he believes Taker is the true Godfather of WWE and so much more. TRUE CLASSIC - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at…
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On this FLASHBACK edition of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad watch Tony's masterful producing of the WWF World Tour 1990 VHS special! Tony and Lord Alfred Hayes calls all the action featuring Superly Jimmy Snuka, The Rockers, Hulk Hogan battling the Macho King and so much more! This is a hilarious look back at one of WHW's wildest episodes. STO…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John Layfield and host Conrad Thompson breakdown all the news and notes of this wild weekend in professional wrestling. Then the guys take a deep dive into the incredible career of The Godfather! John shares stories of their long friendship and moments you won't hear anywhere else. CASH APP - Download Cash A…
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Sup, bubba? On Episode 7 of The Bubba Cast, Lacy and Zerpie travel back to February 27, 1993 for an episode of WWF Superstars that’s equal parts wild, weird, and WrestleMania-hyped. We’re talking peak Doink chaos, a bionic forearm from Lex Luger that leaves Jimmy Powers needing smelling salts, and a Yokozuna squash so brutal Brian West may still be…
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The Wrestling Stoop returns as Bob Roop talks the end of Ole Anderson's CWG in 1985, selling to Jim Crockett, the JCP takeover, Dusty Rhodes coming in as booker, Roop leaving the Crockett territory, heading back to Florida, booking for Duke Keomuka & Hiro Matsuda, Kevin & Nancy Sullivan, Mark Lewin, the creation of the Maha Singh character and what…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad get HARDCORE with some wild ECW action circa the year 2000! Hardcore Heaven 2000 is on tap and the guys watch and discuss the spectical of madness of ECW. Watch along with the guys on Peacock, ECW Hardcore Heaven 2000 season 6, episode 1 start time 1:04:05 BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com …
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John Layfield and host Conrad Thompson discuss in depth the friendship and career of one of John's closest friends, Booker T. John shares stories of their time working together inside and out of the ring and the impact he believes Booker T has and is having on today's professional wrestling product. The guys…
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On this episode pf WHW, Tony and Conrad are joined by friend of the show Casio Kid to watch an action packed episode of Saturday Night's Main Event featuring some of professional wrestling's greatest performers. Tonight's event takes us back to May 27th 1989 with Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage, Superfly Jimmy Snuka, Big Bossman, King Hacksaw Jim Duggan a…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, WWE Hall of Famer and professional wrestling legend Gerald Brisco joins John and Conrad to tell some wild stories and share his thoughts on the world of professional wrestling. Mr. Brisco details why WWE audiences never got a Ric Flair and Hulk Hogan PPV main event, why there was a bounty placed on him and h…
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Sup, Bubba?! On this episode of The Bubba Cast, Zerpie and Lacy fire up the time machine and head back to the electric chaos of Saturday Night's Main Event in this throwback-heavy episode. The spotlight’s on a brewing storm in the old-school WWF universe, where family ties and wrestling heat collide in the best kind of way. Lacy opens up about a st…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back 30 years for Slamboree 1995! Tony shares stories of his recovery from a neck injury and actually missing this event. Tony also talks about the hall of fame ceremony that took place during the show and the appearance of a young Cody Rhodes. All that plus, the debut of The Giant! Wat…
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On this edition of Something To Wrestle, we place John in the hotseat for a LIVE edition of #ASKJBL Anything! John discusses the assault he endured over the weekend at the hands of his longtime nemesis Hornswoggle. And, John gives his predictions for this weekend's Saturday Night's Main Event along with answering a ton of questions from X and our l…
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This week on the Wrestling Stoop, Bob Roop dives into the aftermath and rebuilding process that Ole Anderson incurred following Vince McMahon's takeover of GCW. Hear how Ole fought to rebuild his new Georgia promotion from the ashes. With the WWF making aggressive moves into southern strongholds, Ole didn’t just push back, he tried to reclaim what …
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad honor the legacy of the late hardcore legend, Sabu. The guys will be watching a series of Sabu's matches throught his career and discuss the impact he's had not only on his competitors but the whole wrestling world. Watch along with Tony and Conrad with this YouTube link: https://www.youtube.co…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad take a deep dive into the incredible career of Fit Finlay. John shares his stories of working with Finlay and his impact not only on him but the wrestling industry as a whole. The guys also discuss the untimely passing of Sabu and his influence on several of the talents working today. All tha…
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The Wrestling Stoop returns as Bob Roop talks The Fabulous Moolah and the many allegations & stories of her pimping, sex trafficking, and requesting sexual favors from students. We also talk smart fans trying to dictate the matches, and how to veterans handled it versus the younger talent. Plus, we talk Georgia talent defecting to the WWF in 1984, …
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to 1985 for the very first Saturday Night's Main Event! Tony shares some great stories of what he was up too in '85 and if this episode was even on his radar back then. The guys also discuss Tony's return to TBS this past Saturday and other news and notes in professional wrestling.…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad discuss the legendary friendship and career of Leon White aka Big Van Vader. JBL shares his stories and experiences travelling across the world with the big man. The guys also cover all the latest news and notes of today surrounding the world of professional wrestling on this edition of Somet…
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Sup, Bubba!? On this episode of The Bubba Case, it’s a spring break brawl at Club La Vela! The nWo hits the ring in full force—minus Randy Savage and Elizabeth—while Hogan brags, Nash cruises, and Bischoff sweats through the chaos. Savage reappears with fire in his voice and a warning for the Hulkster. Meanwhile, Goldberg crushes Lodi in under a mi…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us into the WWE Vault for a number of steel cage classics from Madison Square Garden. They guys enjoy matches between John Cena and Seth Rollins, Rowdy Piper and Rick Rude, and the main event Hulk Hogan battling The Big Bossman. Tony shares his experience calling the main event and why thi…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle with John Layfield, JBL and host Conrad Thompson discuss all the latest news from the world of professional wrestling. JBL shares his thoughts on Bryan Danielson's statements about ending his in ring career, The Rock's comments on Pat McAfee and so much more. This episode was recorded LIVE on SomethingToWrest…
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This week on the Wrestling Stoop Bob talks the art of a wrestling promo, what makes a good referee, and how to put together a match that entertains the fans. Plus, we talk more stories from the Georgia territory and beyond, featuring Ted Dibiase, Skip Young, Arn Anderson, King Kong Bundy, Mr. Wrestling (Tim Woods), Mr. Wrestling #2 (Johnny Walker),…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad for some WWF Primetime Wrestling! The guys take us back to March 27th 1989 for an episode of Primetime with a young Tony and Lord Alfred Hayes calling the action from Atlantic City! This episode is packed with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan hijinks, Brother Love makes an appearance and the main event…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad catch up on all the latest breaking news from the aftermath of WrestleMania 41. John also shares his thoughts on how the thoughht the two night event went and what he expects moving forward in WWE. All that plus so much more on this edition of Something To Wrestle. BLUECHEW - Visit https://bl…
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Episode Title: Chaos in the Carolinas: Nitro Season 1, Episode 12 Episode Description: On Episode 4 of The Bubba Cast, Lacy and Zerpie rewind to November 20, 1995, for a loaded night of mayhem on WCW Monday Nitro – Season 1, Episode 12, broadcast live from the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center. With World War 3 looming just days away, tensions a…
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The Wrestling Stoop is back talking more talent passing through the Georgia territory through the early 1980s. Bob shares a fun story of Assassin (Jody Hamilton), Ray Stevens, and a gun! Plus, we talk the art of getting over a squash match, bringing ICW talent like Ron Garvin & Pez Whatley over to Georgia, as well as the likes of Larry Zbyszko, Ric…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad are taking part of the WrestleMania festivities and looking back at the event that started it all WrestleMania 1. Tony shares stories of where he was in his career at this time and how the event impacted Jim Crockett Promotions. The guys also discuss what's happening in the world of professiona…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John Layfield and Conrad Thompson discuss all things WrestleMania 41! John shares his thoughts on how the build to the grandest stage of them all has gone this year. Who he thinks will walk away the Undisputed Champion of the world. If he believes Jacob Fatu will leave this weekend with gold around his waist…
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New edition of the Wrestling Stoop as Bob Roop talks his memories of some of the talent he worked with during his run in Georgia Championship Wrestling, circa 1983. We talk the infamous fight between Paul Orndorff & Tony Atlas, that saw Paul bite off a chunk of Tony's ear off! Hear what happened after the skirmish, both with Tony's ear AND him leav…
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On this special episode of What Happened When, we're giving you two exciting watch alongs with Tony and Conrad! The first one takes us all the way back to April of 1999 when Sting beat DDP for the WCW World Heavyweight title. Then sit back and enjoy your second helping of the dynamic duo as they watch Adam Cole face off against Bryan Danielson on S…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad discuss John's long a hilarious friendship with Paul Wight aka The Big Show! John shares stories of his brutal steel cage match with the giant, ribbing the big man, and so much more. These are stories you won't hear anywhere else about the larger than life gentle giant. STOPBOX - Get firearm …
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us across the pond for some forgotten WCW action from Manchester, England! The guys sit back and enjoy action featuring Johnny B Badd, Sting, Rick Rude, and a brutal match between Cactus Jack and Vader. All that plus, our normal shenanigans on this week's edition of What Happened When with…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad take a close look at the illfated NWA invasion of the WWF in 1997. John also shares his experience working alongside Barry Windham as one half of the short lived "New Blackjacks" and learning about the teams dismantling. John gives his viewpoint on why he knew the invasion angle was doomed an…
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Sup, Bubba? In this episode of The Bubba Cast, Lacy and Zerpie take a deep dive into the wild world of WWF’s Monday Night RAW from September 4, 2000. From the ongoing war between The Rock, Triple H, and Kurt Angle to the hardcore mayhem that defined the Attitude Era, we break down every match, promo, and backstage segment from this classic episode.…
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The Wrestling Stoop returns this week as Bob Roop talks the Vince McMahon buyout of Georgia Championship Wrestling, the wrath of Jim Barnett, Ole Anderson's response, the Brisco "Blood Oath", the end of an era at WTBS, Black Saturday, & more! Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopia Includes the $5…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to 1980 for some great territory action from Madison Square Garden! The in ring action features legends such as Andre The Giant, Kerry Von Erich, Pat Patterson, and evil Hulk Hogan before Hulkamania and so much more! Plus, we get a special visit from an old friend of the show whose…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, fans asked "Wresting God" John Bradshaw Layfield questions LIVE! JBL took questions on all things WWE Attitude Era, including the Brawl For All, trolling Mark Henry, pranking the Miz, John Cena's heel promo and much more. Check out the Hell in the Cell documentary on our new PodCast Heat Channel: https://www…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad discuss his friend and time working with the "Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels. The guys discuss the legendary career of the "Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels and John's angle with HBK in 2009. John will share stories of his time working with Shawn during the Attitude Era and so much more. TRUE C…
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Sup, Bubba? In this episode of The Bubba Cast, in a heel vs heel match, Big Bubba Rogers takes on One Man Gang for the UWF Heavyweight Title. It was the first show taped out post Crockett buyout, and this match aired on May 2, 1987. This was One Man Gang's final match in the UWF before he left to join the World Wrestling Federation. Big Bubba would…
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