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Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard

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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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Some call it old country; classic country; real country. We call it traditional country, and that's exactly what we do here at "If That Ain't Country". For three hours each week, we feature the very best traditional country, honky tonk, bluegrass and western swing from the golden years 'til today. It's pretty simple but we think you'll like it. Hosted by Western Red - it's US country with an Australian twist, keeping true to the traditions that make country great. With a genuine love and dee ...
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FU to you all! ECW Legend ”The Franchise” Shane Douglas once again dons his Dean mortarboard and breaks out the trusty ”Board of Education” to beat some wrestling sense into you... verbally speaking... every Tuesday, Shane Douglas will take a deep dive into a different subject, event or performer with his trademark intelligence, expert insight and take-no-prisoners, spin-no-bullsh*t attitude. Without Shane Douglas, there would have been no ECW World Heavyweight Championship. It was Douglas w ...
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If there’s a late-breaking story deemed worthy of coverage, then WrestleCopia is on the case. WCNN hopes to make Gordon Solie proud as we discuss the latest news in professional wrestling, whether it be a recap of the latest PPV, a rant on what Vince has done now, or a tribute to a recently deceased performer, we’ll be here to share our thoughts from any number of our Podcast hosts.
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"Dirty" Dutch Mantell (aka Zeb Colter) has done it all from being a wrestler, WWE manager and a part of creative teams from IMPACT/TNA to Puerto Rico and all points in-between. Now, this wily desperado shares his stories from his 45+ years in pro wrestling along with co-host John Poz.
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Nobody has a story like William Regal! Bruce and Conrad cover his start in the business at just 16 years old, touring Europe, a surprise tryout with the WWF nobody talks about, getting hired in WCW - who brought him in, why he left, and who he called in the WWE to come in. Plus, the illness that nearly cost him his life, his addiction, the rocky st…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad are back discussing the incomparable career of John Cena. Bruce shares his thoughts on the iconic performer and his ascension to "Top Guy" status in World Wrestling Entertainment. Make sure to go back in the archives and listen to "The Rise Of John Cena part 1&2 to learn more about this lege…
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On today's episode of Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard, Bruce and Conrad look back at Backlash 2005! The PPV was a RAW brand event that featured Hulk Hogan teaming up with HBK to face Muhammad Hassan and Daivari, a Last Man Standing Match between Edge and Benoit, plus a main event pitting World Heavyweight Champion Batista and Triple H. MOD…
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On this edition of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad celebrate the 20 year anniversary of Judgment Day 2004, and what some believe could be the bloodiest main event in WWE history. The guys discuss the massive changes in the WWE during the time and how Bruce managed through them all. The epic battle between Eddie Guerrero and JBL that develope…
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ROB! VAN! DAM! On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad deliver over three hours of RVD goodness! Bruce examines the entire run of "Mr. Monday Night" , from training with the Sheik, to how he got into WCW, to why he left WCW, visiting Japan to fully become Rob Van Dam, finally getting into ECW, and the big break being featured on M…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad celebrate the 20th anniversary of Backlash 2004 with a dive into the archives. The Rock, Stone Cold, Goldberg, and Brock Lesnar are all out of the company. Now McMahon is going to try establish Chris Benoit as his top star on RAW. Chris received a hero's welcome from Edmonton when he returne…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, we've turned a snafu into a fun episode that delivers a mighty punch. Bruce and Conrad revisit a subject we originally discussed on the April 2, 2021 edition of Something To Wrestle. The guys go into detail all the ins and outs of WrestleMania XII featuring the historic ironman match between Bret "The Hitman…
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In this week's episode we're featuring an album from the wonderful Ray Pillow: "Even When It's Bad It's Good!" (1967). From Lynchburg, Virginia and a Grand Ole Opry favourite for more than fifty years, Pillow's rich and smooth baritone drew comparisons to Dean Martin over his long career. And though he hailed from Virignia, folks often thought he w…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, we're delivering a special treat taking us back all the way to 1992 for WrestleMania 8! Bruce wasn't there, but that didn't stop Conrad from hitting Bruce some fun and revealing questions about the event. Bruce talks about what was going on with his life at the time, leaving the WWF, and the main event talen…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad take us all the way back to the year 2000! That's right, Conrad finally convinced Bruce to talk about one of the most requested topics we've ever had o the show WrestleMania 2000. Bruce shares his experiences developing the McMahon in ever corner angle, and all the major details surrounding …
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Wrestling in 1998 | The Road to WrestlePalooza | Franchise University with Shane Douglas 24 In preparation for a discussion about WrestlePalooza 1998, Shane Douglas takes a look back at the news in the wrestling world from around that time. It was a huge year for wrestling and wrestling fans as the rise of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin continues with a…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad take a deep dive into the wild world of masked wrestlers! Bruce shares his knowledge of El Santo, Mil Mascaras, Tiger Mask, Rey Mysterio and so many more on this exciting edition of Something To Wrestle. PRIZE PICKS - Download the PrizePicks app today and use code WRESTLE for a first deposit…
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Sgt. Slaughter turns his back on America! The WWE is in hot water with this wild angle, Macho Man is retiring?, and venues are being changed last minute! WrestleMania VII is a rollercoaster of stress for our pal Bruce Prichard and he takes us through all of it on this edition of Something To Wrestle. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with t…
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After a stint in Canada on tour, Shane Douglas returns to catch up and give his thought on some of the news from the wrestling world from the past few weeks. Both Shane and James are still outside of their typical studio environments so visual and audio quality is not as high as we would like but things will be back to normal soon. If you want your…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad are heading back to the territories to discuss more legendary bookers that shaped the world of professional wrestling. Bruce shares stories and experiences working in the business alongside legends such as Fritz Von Erich, Paul Boesch, Eddie Graham, Verne Gagne and so many more. BLUECHEW - V…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard, the guys are calling an audible and focusing on one of Bruce's favorite subjects, the territories. Bruce and Conrad has a in-depth discussion on some of professional wrestling's most iconic bookers and the territories and talents they ran and worked with. Bruce shares incite into the mind…
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In this week's episode we return to Canada for a fresh new release from Winnipeg's Sean Burns: "Lost Country" (2023). After some spitballing with guitar slinger and buddy Grant Siemens, Burns' came up with the idea of recording an album of all-Canadian, mostly unknown country covers and it came together quickly. Recorded and released in between gig…
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How Wrestlers Cheat Drug Tests | Fan Questions | Franchise University wth Shane Douglas 22 This week is another round of your questions for Shane Douglas on Franchise University. Shane will be talking about a lot of different topics including: - Would he accept an invitation to the WWE Hall of Fame? - What happened to the new wrestling promotion he…
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On this REMIX edition of Something To Wrestle, Conrad gives us the very latest on Bruce's on-going recovery and when we he will be behind the microphone again. Then we go on a journey back 30 years and revisit Bret "The Hitman" Hart's 1994-1995 years in the WWE. EMBARK - Get the dog DNA test that is trusted by millions. Visit https://embarkvet.com/…
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WCW Halloween Havoc 1989 (Part 2) | Franchise University with Shane Douglas 21 This week, Shane Douglas completes his retrospective on WCW Haloween Havoc 1989. Not one but two tag team matches with some of the most notoriously tough tag teams in wrestling history: the Steiner Brothers vs Doom and the Road Warriors vs Skyscrapers. Shane will talk on…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad discuss the extreme legacy of one of the most decorated tag teams in professional wrestling history, the Dudley Boyz! Bruce shares his experiences working with the dynamic duo in the WWE and TNA and goes into detail about some of their legendary matches and storyline. EMBARK - This Valentine…
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On this REMIX edition of Something To Wrestle, Conrad give us the very latest on Bruce's recovery from tricep surgery and how he hurt it in the first place. Then he takes us back 30 years to revisit Survivor Series 1993. To say the fall of October 1993 was a tough time for the WWF is an understatement. Vince McMahon and Titan Sports are going to be…
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Episode 20 of Franchise University and it's your questions answered. Who was Troy Orndorff? Is now the right time for a wrestlers union? Should blood in wrestling still be a thing? Shane Douglas will also cast some light on how much money he was screwed out of by Paul Heyman, the rumour that he was going to be the inaugural WWF Televison Champion a…
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Episode #19 | Vince McMahon Lawsuit, Dark Side of the Ring S5, Sabu's Possible in Ring Return and MORE! Taking advantage of a slightly delayed episode of Franchise University, Shane Douglas will look at the latest and biggest revelations of the major allegations against Vince McMahon. Alleged sex trafficing, manipulation, gaslighting and abuse of f…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad cover all the developments and storylines in and outside of the ring revolving around the Royal Rumble 2008. Bruce discusses the growing roster of future hall of famers, the Ric Flair retirement angle, the importance of PLE promos and so much more. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping w…
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WCW Halloween Havoc 1989 (Part 1) | Franchise University with Shane Douglas 18 This week, Shane is discussing the run to, the first matches of and the the news around the time of Halloween Havoc in 1989. Another PPV he was involved in, this time with tag team partner Johnny Ace as the Dynamic Dudes who would take on the Fabulous Freebirds (Michael …
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad continue their journey through the legendary career of "The Animal" Dave Batista. Through his rollercoaster chase for the World Championship to the bright lights of Hollywood calling, the guys cover it all. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code STW at Manscaped.com. FANATIC…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad explore the remarkable story of Tatanka! The guys discuss how Tatanka was discovered by the "Nature Boy" Buddy Rogers, his debut in the WWF, and the wild story behind some of his iconic television vignettes. Bruce has a lot to share on this episode, so buckle up for this edition of Something…
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Happy New Year! After a short break for the holidays, Shane Douglas is back with a new episode of Franchise University. This week, Shane will be following up with some of the biggest news stories in the wrestling world including: - Tammy Sytch's prison sentence - Why Kenny Omega is out indefinitely - Why Goldberg thinks Vince McMahon is a POS Shane…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle REMIX, Bruce and Conrad explore the evil actions of four of WWE's most beloved superstars. The guys take a look back at the despicable actions of The Rock, Shawn Michaels, Triple H, and Mankind. From in ring battles to backstage run ins the guys cover it all in this BAD BOY packed edition of Something To Wres…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad wrap top 2023 with a look at the legendary career of the One Man Gang aka Akeem "The African Dream." Bruce shares stories of his time meeting and working with the One Man Gang and his transformation into the icon Akeem. EMBRACE PET INSURANCE - Don't wait for the unexpected to happen— join th…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce is BACK, sharing all the details on his latest shoulder surgery, and hurting like a sunamagun! Bruce's recovery won't stop the 5 time karate black belt hall of fame inductee from delivering all the details surrounding Armageddon 2000! CROWDHEALTH - CrowdHealth was created to get rid of the headaches of…
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On this Something To Wrestle REMIX, we're diving into the archives for a bunch of incredible Bruce stories all about our favorite bad guys! Bruce shares stories about Yokozuna, Rowdy Roddy Piper, Michael P.S. Hayes, Ravishing Rick Rude and so many more. This is going to be a fun look back at a time when being bad wasn't so cool in the WWE. PRIZE PI…
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On this Something To Wrestle REMIX "Tag Me In," Bruce and Conrad are taking us back to the fast paced world of WWE tag team wrestling. Bruce shares stories of his times working with the Natural Disasters, the Rockers, Honky Tonk Man and Greg "The Hammer" Valentine, Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio and so many more. CROWDHEALTH - CrowdHealth was crea…
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NWA TNA #62 (Part 2) | Franchise University with Shane Douglas 16 This week at Franchise University, Shane Douglas will discuss the last matches of NWA TNA #62. AJ STyles vs Jerry Lynn for the NWA Championship and the main event: Hair vs Hair | Shane Douglas vs Raven. Find out what caused Shane to barf during the match and how Raven got cut to ribb…
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We asked you to send in your questions and you did. So this week, Shane will be talking about if he has been approached by any of the big wrestling companies to offer his insight or help, if MJF would be a good fit in WWE and if RVD ever asked him to pick a hand. Shane will also talk in depth about Roddy Piper's legacy, if he has any heat with any …
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad take a deep dive looking into the legendary run of the Hart Foundation! Bruce shares stories and experiences working with the dynamic duo and recalls several of their iconic matches in the WWE. GAMETIME - Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, crea…
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NWA TNA #62 (Part 1) | Franchise University with Shane Douglas 14 In the latest retrospective, Shane Douglas will look back on NWA TNA 62 where he wrestled Raven in a Hair vs Hair Match. But before we get there, as always, Shane will talk about the news in the wrestling world at the time including: - Hulk Hogan burying Mick Foley on "Off the Record…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad are back and they're answering all your questions! Bruce shares stories that will blow your socks off on this over two hour edition of #Ask Bruce Anything! FUM - Join Füm in accelerating humanity's breakup from destructive habits - Visit TryFum.com and use code WRESTLE to save 10% off when y…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad take a deep dive into the debuts of several WWE current and past superstars. From the debut of Demolition, the NWO, the Big Show, to John Cena and so much more! PRIZE PICKS - Go to PrizePicks.com/WRESTLE and use code WRESTLE for a first deposit match up to $100! FUM - Join Füm in acceleratin…
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Clash of the Champions 22 (Part 2) | Franchise University with Shane Douglas 13 This week, Shane Douglas completes his review of Clash of Champions 22 (1993). He will talk about the WCW/SMW crossover which brought the Rock'n'Roll Express to WCW, Kevin Nash (as Vinnie Vegas) winning an (left handed) arm wrestling math against Tony Atlas and the inte…
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On this special edition of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad take us on a storytelling journey of the debut of some of the most iconic characters to ever grace our television screens. Bruce shares the stories behind the debut of such superstars as Doink, The Big Bossman, Razor Ramon, The Ultimate Warrior and so many more. This will be a fun lo…
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Your class schedule this week at Franchise University; Economics - Vince's shares in TKO Ethics - Tony Khan signs Ric Flair Chemistry - Father James Mitchell at NWA Samhain and more in this week's news round up. Franchise University with Shane Douglas is part of the WSI Network https://twitter.com/WSI_YouTube…
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All new questions from the fans to Shane Douglas on this week's Franchise University. Ask Your questions at shanedouglasquestions@gmail.com for future episodes. Franchise University with Shane Douglas is part of the WSI Network https://twitter.com/WSI_YouTubeBy WSI Network
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On this "Best Of" edition of Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard, we're taking a trip down memory lane for some wild stories from our man Bruce. Sit back and buckle up as the guys discuss Bruce's time in TNA, Shawn Michaels threatening to leave the company, the DX invasion of WCW, the unmasking of Kane during a SummerSlam PPV. All that and so …
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard, we celebrate Halloween with a look back at one of the most iconic episodes of Saturday Night's Main Event! Bruce and Conrad take us to November 2nd 1985 for the Halloween edition of SNME packed full of hijinks from some of our all time favorites Rowdy Roddy Piper, Bobby "The Brain" Heenan…
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Clash of the Champions 22 | Franchise University with Shane Douglas 10 This week at Franchise University, Shane is looking back at Clash of Champions 22 from 1993. Before the first few matches, Shane will discuss the news worthy events from around this time in the wrestling world, the state of wrestling's popularity in '93, WCW's creative choices a…
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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, we take you into the archives for over two hours worth of Brucie goodness! From the crowd interaction with a young blue chipper Rocky Maivia, to the final days of Vince Russo in the WWF. The stories you'll hear on this edition can't be matched. We hope you sit back and enjoy this quick look back at some incr…
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