Class is in session at the Puro Wrestling Academy! Join host Dan Ginnetty, as he travels back in time and discusses the ins and outs of the history of Pro Wrestling in Japan. Dan has spent decades studying the world of Japanese Wrestling and now he offers up his historian-level knowledge for the English speaking fans out there who have been dying to learn more about the world of "Puroresu"!
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Hosts Barry Rose & Capt. Nick Masci present The Glory Days GrappleCon Podcast! Loaded with wrestling memories, special interviews, and all the latest info on the Glory Days GrappleCon!
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Before the national expansion of Pro Wrestling the business was split into many different regional promotions referred to as "the territories". Each territory competed within their own regional boundaries with unqiue wrestling stars, championship belts, and local TV. We talk the good old days from the territory era, from the AWA to JCP, New York to Los Angeles, Memphis to Mid-South, Portland to Florida, Stampede to Maple Leaf, Houston to Dallas, well... you get the point!
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You pull the pin and we’ll pick up the pieces… Join host Ray Russell for an exciting trip down Memory Lane as we analyze and discuss years of wrestling history from your favorite promotions. From Hulkamania to Mulkeymania, from the Four Horsemen to the nWo, from the Midnight Express to the Lex Express. Which promotion are we deep diving into next? What year have we time-traveled back to now? Tune in and find out!
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Wrestling legend Bob Roop goes back in time to recount various stories, memories, and historical moments from throughout his wrestling career!
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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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We take a look at this week in wrestling. The good, the bad, and most likely the awful. You can pretty much expect explicit language on this program given the current state of the business. Plus, Missy Does the Mail (oof, she better be careful of paper cuts). All of that, and more… This morning… on The Power Hour!
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TR himself, Tom Robinson is back to SHOCK THE WORLD once again with his strong opinions, impressions, stories of years gone by, and so much more! Along with co-host Ray Russell, TR promises to entertain!
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It was the WWF vs. WCW. Raw vs. Nitro. The Monday Night War. The Ratings War. The nWo. The Attitude Era. While everyone discusses who won the war, it's truly the battles within the war that made this weekly episodic rivalry so exciting. We discuss it all here on Monday Warfare: The Battles Within!
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Episode #02: (1951 - 1952) Kimura Lock, Helio Gracie, More!
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This week we pick up where we left off in 1951 and travel through the entire year of 1952. We introduce two new names to the fold in Toshio Yamaguchi & the legendary Masahiko Kimura. We discuss the first year in the wrestling business for Rikidozan and take a thorough look into his 1952 Record book. We do a deep dive into Rikidozan's opponents that…
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Episode 125: APRIL 1988 WWF TV (Hacksaw KO's Andre! New Champion The Macho Man!)
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The Grenade is back covering the first 2 weeks of APRIL TV for 1988 in the WWF. We look at all of the feuds coming out of the big WrestleMania IV event, plus establish a few new rivalries along the way. As Hacksaw Duggan does the impossible and KNOCKS OUT Andre the Giant! Plus, we hear from NEW Undisputed WWF Champion Randy Savage, Ted DIbiase stil…
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Episode 24: Australia, Lewin, Brower, Barnett, Big Bad John, More!
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The Wrestling Stoop is back as Bob talks his tours of Australia. Stories featuring Mark Lewin, Bulldog Brower, Big Bad John, King Curtis, Luke & Butch The Sheepherders, Spiros Arion, Mario Milano, Paul DeMarco, King Curtis, Jim Barnett, his special relationship with Eddie Graham, his fondness for Jimmy Valiant, a Bonus Bunk Harris Story, & more! A …
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Episode 49: Georgia Wrestling AUGUST 1981 (New Champ, Superstar Back, A GIANT Surprise!)
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This time on Regional Rasslin', Guest Jammie Ward returns to talk more 1981 in Georgia. We continue into the month of August as Tommy Rich is crowned the NEW Georgia Champion. Ken Patera leaves town. The Masked Superstar returns! Mr. Wrestling II is back! Terry Gordy & Jimmy Snuka dominate the tag scene, but Michael Hayes announces his new partner …
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Episode #01: The Beginnings Of Puroresu! (1880s - 1951)
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The time has arrived, as we begin our journey through the history of Japanese Professional Wrestling (Puroresu)! Host Dan Ginnetty and I (Ray Russell) go all the way back to the beginnings in the early 1880s with Sumo's Sorakichi Matsuda and work our way forward to the very first full-fledged tour of Pro Wrestling in Japan, circa 1951. We discuss s…
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Episode 06: SEASON FINALE! (SIX SPECIAL GUESTS!)
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We have reached the Season One Finale of Barry Rose and Capt. Nick Masci's GrappleCon Cast as they welcome no less than SIX SPECIAL GUESTS this week! All of them, previous Convention patrons who share their unique stories, memories, and in some cases life changing experiences! Listen to the likes of Michael Herrick, Drew Samuels, Tim Graf, Steven R…
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Episode 23: The Garvins, Buddy & Ron Fuller, Johnny Valentine, More!
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The Wrestling Stoop w/Bob Roop returns as Bob talks his admiration for Ron Garvin, Terry Garvin ribs, a funny Jimmy Garvin & Precious story, Bobby Shane's "office hold", Johnny Valentine's psychology, Buddy Fuller's booking, an interesting story involving Ron Fuller in Australia, Vince McMahon's use of former NWA Champions, & more! Another fun ride…
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Episode 124: APRIL 1988 WWF NEWS & RESULTS (WrestleMania IV Fallout!)
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Grenade Episode #124 is here, covering APRIL 1988 WWF News & Results! As we follow WrestleMania IV... First, it's all of the latest WWF NEWS including the departure of Ricky Steamboat & Butch Reed, plus the arrival of Jos LeDuc! Lots of new feuds are brewing. Face Turns, Heel Turns, & more! Then from there, we look into WWF Results for the month of…
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Episode 48: Memphis 1985 - Week 6 (Lawler vs. Gilbert, Jimmy Hart LEAVES Memphis!)
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Regional Rasslin' #48 has arrived with Guest Gene Jackson back riding shotgun! We discuss another week of 1985 in Memphis Wrestling, featuring tons of fun conversation and laughs, highlighted by Jerry "The King" Lawler vs. "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert for the Southern Heavyweight Title as stipulations state the LOSER LEAVES (Lawler or Jimmy Hart) for …
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Episode ZERO!!! Setting the Stage w/Dan Ginnetty!
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Welcome to the launching pad of The Puro Wrestling Academy Podcast with the Professor of Puroresu himself, Dan Ginnetty! In this episode we set the stage for the things to come. We look into Dan's background in studying Japanese Wrestling history, and also his former TV show where Dan produced American commentary over legendary Japanese matches for…
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We're now at EPISODE #5 of Barry Rose and Capt. Nick Masci's GrappleCon Cast as they welcome special guest - MAD MAXINE! Listen in as the ball of energy Max quickly becomes the host for her segment! Also discussed, is the upcoming Glory Days GrappleCon taking place on April 20, 2024 at the Rosen Centre Hotel on International Drive in Orlando, FL! G…
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Episode 22: BOB IN IRAQ - PART 2 (THE CONCLUSION)
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If you thought last week's stories on "The Wrestling Stoop" were crazy, you ain't heard nuthin' yet! As Bob Roop concludes the story of his voyage to IRAQ to wrestle Adnan Al-Kaissie for promoter SADDAM HUSSEIN back in 1972! Hear the wild stories from both matches, a blade job gone wrong, tales of torture, being forced to a second match, and Bob's …
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Episode 47: UWF JULY/AUG 1986 (HYATT/HOT STUFF MERGER, BARBED WIRE CAGE!)
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It's Regional Rasslin' #47, a jam-packed episode with Guest Roman Gomez as we talk JULY/AUGUST 1986 in the UWF. We cover summer news, bar fights, Dallas & Houston Results, plus 2 more weeks of TV! Barbed Wire Cage Match with Terry Taylor & Fantastics vs. Sheepherders & Jack Victory. SIX-MAN ELIIMNATION: The Freebirds vs. Bill Watts, Hacksaw Duggan …
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BONUS - THE COMPLETE WWF WRESTLEMANIA IV REVIEW (The Definitive Edition)
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IT'S AN ULTRA MEGA MONSTER 7-HOUR BONUS EPISODE OF THE GRENADE! Combining both WrestleMania IV Review Episodes into one DEFINITIVE EDITION! Featuring special guests Jammie Ward, Gene Jackson, and my very own brother Jesse, all join the show to talk the matches and memories from March 27, 1988. The Battle Royal, The 1st Round of the WWF Championship…
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Episode 04: Special Guest - "Fantastic" Bobby Fulton
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It's time for EPISODE #4 of Barry Rose and Capt. Nick Masci's GrappleCon Cast as they welcome special guest - "FANTASTIC" BOBBY FULTON! The hosts also discuss the upcoming Glory Days GrappleCon taking place on April 20, 2024 at the Rosen Centre Hotel on International Drive in Orlando, FL! Get your tickets now at EVENTBRITE.COM! The GrappleCon featu…
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Episode 21: BOB GOES TO IRAQ! Wrestling For Saddam Hussein!
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We return to the Wrestling Stoop this week as Bob begins the story of his voyage to IRAQ to wrestle Adnan Al-Kaissie for promoter SADDAM HUSSEIN. Listen now for Part 1 of all the insane stories that Bob endured while there... A former National AAU Champion and U.S. Olympian, Bob doesn’t hold back and opens up about his time in the world of Professi…
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Episode 46: Georgia Wrestling JUL/AUG 1981 (Hayes/Gordy Feud Begins)
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It's the next episode of Georgia 1981 on Regional Rasslin w/Guest Jammie Ward. We close out July and kick off August as George Scott's run as booker comes to a close. NWA World Champion Dusty Rhodes vs. Bruiser Brody in Columbus, Ohio. Michael Hayes meets El Toro the Bounty Hunter. Plus, Hayes and Terry Gordy have multiple altercations. Ted Dibiase…
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Episode 123: WWF WRESTLEMANIA IV REVIEW (Part 2 - Savage/Dibiase, Hulk/Andre)
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IT'S ANOTHER MONSTER MONSTER 3+ HOUR EPISODE OF THE GRENADE! As we continue our WWF WRESTLEMANIA IV REVIEW - with Part 2. Once again featuring special guests Jammie Ward, Gene Jackson, and Ray's brother Jesse, all joining the show once more to discuss THE ACTION AND SHARE MORE OF THEIR MEMORIES! It was a lot of work, we hope you enjoy! TOPICS THIS …
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Episode 20: Iron Sheik, Buzz Sawyer, Sting, Ray Candy, More!
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We return to the Wrestling Stoop this week as Bob takes us on another trip down Memory Lane. We're all over the place with great stories featuring the likes of The Iron Sheik, Ray Candy, Buzz Sawyer, Jack Brisco, "Alaskan" Jay York, more on Ole Anderson, a Congratulations to Sting, amateur wrestling, and so much more! Bob even reflects on returning…
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Episode 45: Memphis 1985 - Week 5 (Lance Russell Suspends Jimmy Hart! Troy Graham Promos)
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Regional Rasslin' #45 is here with Guest Gene Jackson, who returns to talk more 1985 Memphis Wrestling. We kick off FEBRUARY as the blizzard of 85 wreaks havoc on the territory. Included are some great soundbites as Jimmy Hart finds himself SUSPENDED by... LANCE RUSSELL, after the flour fiasco! Troy Graham takes "heel heat" in his promos to a whole…
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Episode 03: Special Guests Jack Victory & Superfan Jammie Ward
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It's time for EPISODE #3 of Barry Rose and Capt. Nick Masci's GrappleCon Cast as they welcome special guests - JACK VICTORY and wrestling superfan Jammie Ward! The hosts discuss the upcoming Glory Days GrappleCon taking place on April 20, 2024 at the Rosen Centre Hotel on International Drive in Orlando, FL! Get your tickets now at EVENTBRITE.COM! T…
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Episode 19: A Tribute To Ole Anderson
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This week's episode of The Wrestling Stoop is a special edition, discussing the life and times of the incomparable Ole Anderson. Bob pays his respects in the best way he knows how, discussing memories & anecdotes of the late, great, Ole Anderson. Bob goes back and shares memories of Ole the booker, the promoter, the wrestler, the legend, the friend…
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Episode 44: UWF in JULY 1986 (Freebirds Injure Dr. Death, Cowboy's Revenge)
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It's Regional Rasslin' #44 with Guest Roman Gomez as we talk JULY 1986 in the UWF. The Freebirds injure Dr. Death, plus Bill Watts returns with his trusty "Wing Clipper" (baseball bat) to exact some revenge. John Tatum & Jack Victory challenge UWF Tag Champs The Fantastics, TV Champion Terry Taylor faces Terry Gordy for the UWF Heavyweight Title, H…
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Episode 122: WWF WRESTLEMANIA IV REVIEW (Part 1 - Battle Royal, 1st Round, Warrior/Herc)
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IT'S AN ULTRA MEGA MONSTER 4-HOUR EPISODE OF THE GRENADE! As we begin our WWF WRESTLEMANIA IV REVIEW - Part 1. Featuring special guests Jammie Ward, Gene Jackson, and my very own brother Jesse, all join the show to talk the matches and memories from March 27, 1988. This week we discuss The Battle Royal, The 1st Round of the WWF Championship Tournam…
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Episode 18: A Salute To Black History Month (JYD, DOOM, Ladd, Rocky, Atlas, More)
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The Wrestling Stoop returns this week to honor Black History Month as Bob shares stories and memories involving the likes of Ron Simmons & Butch Reed (Doom), Ernie Ladd, Junkyard Dog, Tony Atlas, Rocky Johnson, Thunderbolt Patterson, Art Thomas, Dewey Forte, & more. Also, Bob pays respects to the late, great Ole Anderson and shares side stories wit…
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Episode 43: Georgia Wrestling JULY 1981 (MICHAEL HAYES RETURNS!)
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It's another MEGA EDITION of Regional Rasslin' #43 with Guest Jammie Ward as we talk Georgia Championship Wrestling for JULY 1981. Listen with us as MICHAEL HAYES RETURNS AS A BABYFACE IN A MASTER CLASS PROMO! NWA WORLD CHAMPION DUSTY RHODES VS. OLE ANDERSON IN COLUMBUS, then it's The American Dream defending against KEN PATERA at the OMNI on July …
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Episode 121: Finishing March 1988 WWF TV (Final Stop Before WrestleMania IV)
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The Grenade is back with our final stop on the Road to WrestleMania IV! This week we close out the month of March WWF TV in 1988, all the last minute build, promos, the final WrestleMania IV Report, sound bites, and so much more! Featuring the likes of Hulk Hogan, The Macho Man, Andre the Giant, The Million Dollar Man, Hacksaw Duggan, Jake "The Sna…
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Episode 02: With Special Guest Ivelisse (And New Names Announced!)
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Welcome back to EPISODE #2 of Barry Rose and Capt. Nick Masci's "Glory Days" GrappleCon Cast as they welcome special guest - Women's Wrestling Superstar - IVELISSE! The hosts discuss the upcoming GrappleCon event taking place on April 20, 2024 at the Rosen Centre Hotel on International Drive in Orlando, FL! Get your tickets now at EVENTBRITE.COM! T…
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Episode 42: UWF SUMMER OF 1986 (Freebirds Attack Watts, Missy Hyatt & Tatum Arrive!)
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The Summer of '86 in the UWF continues to heat up as Guest Roman Gomez returns to Regional Rasslin' to discuss the timeframe of June 28th through July 11th, 1986. Just as one book closes, another opens as Bill Watts finishes his feud with a bloodied Eddie Gilbert, only for the FREEBIRDS to attack and maim the Cowboy! Also, Steve "Dr. Death" William…
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Episode 01: The GrappleCon Cast Debuts w/Guest Brian Adias
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Barry Rose and Capt. Nick Masci welcome special guest & wrestling legend Brian Adias to the inaugural episode as they discuss the upcoming Glory Days GrappleCon taking place on April 20, 2024 at the Rosen Centre Hotel on International Drive in Orlando,FL! The GrappleCon features stars of the past and present including Matt Riddle, Stan Hansen, Ron …
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Episode 120: WWF Saturday Night's Main Event 3/12/88 (Hulk/Race, Savage/Dibiase)
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The Wrestling Memory Grenade returns this week with the WWF's SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT - MARCH 12, 1988. Featuring all the latest hype for WrestleManias IV as The Macho Man takes on The Million Dollar Man w/Andre the Giant. Hulk Hogan faces "King" Harley Race, the Dream Team explodes as Brutus Beefcake meets Greg Valentine, The Islanders square …
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Episode 17: Amarillo Part 2 (Bob Turns Heel, Feud With Funks, Garvin vs. Invisible Man)
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This week on The Wrestling Stoop, Bob concludes his time in the Amarillo Territory as we talk his first-ever HEEL TURN in pro wrestling, and his amazing feud with the fighting Funk Family consisting of Terry Funk, brother Dory Jr., and father Dory Funk Sr.! We look at several of Bob's big matches from Amarillo, including a win over the then NWA Wor…
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Episode 41: Memphis 1985 - Week 4 (Interns Attack The Fabs' Dads, King & Valiant to Japan)
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Regional Rasslin' is back with Guest Gene Jackson, who returns to talk more 1985 Memphis Wrestling. We close out the month of January as Jerry Lawler & Jimmy Valiant head off to Japan, The Interns attack The Fabs' Dads, The King picks a fight with a kid, the Terminators return (unfortunately), Jimmy Hart's time is winding down, Mike Sharpe's forear…
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Episode 119: MARCH 1988 WWF TV (WrestleMania IV Hype, Soundbites Galore!)
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The Grenade is back with MARCH TV for 1988 in the WWF. It's nostalgia at its finest as the hype for WrestleMania IV is well underway! The final matches for the PPV are announced. Tons of hype for the WWF Title Tournament as we hear from Hulk Hogan, Ted Dibiase, Andre the Giant, Macho Man Savage, Greg Valentine, Don Muraco, Dino Bravo, Hacksaw Dugga…
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Episode 16: The Amarillo Territory Part 1 (Karl Kox, El Santo, Lawman, McGuire Twins)
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This week on the Wrestling Stoop, Bob begins to share his memories of the Amarillo territory promoted by the Funk Family. He talks the territory loop, the cities, live interviews on a taped program, the endless driving, the talent, legendary El Santo, The McGuire Twins, the infamous Noa Noa Club in Mexico, Gory Guerrero promoting El Paso, Lawman Do…
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Episode 40: Georgia Wrestling on July 4th, 1981 + The Omni 7/5/81!
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It's a MONSTER PACKED EDITION of Regional Rasslin' #40 w/Guest Jammie Ward as we talk more Georgia 1981. Soundbites out the wazoo as we go back and listen to newly unearthed audio from the 6/27 TV... Plus, a Battle of the babyfaces is all business as NWA Champ Dusty Rhodes defends against Ted Dibiase! Tommy Rich looks to regain the Georgia Title vs…
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Episode 118: MARCH 1988 WWF NEWS & RESULTS! (Bruno Quits, House Show Rumbles, Bigelow Reinjured)
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Grenade Episode #118 is here, covering MARCH 1988 in the WWF featuring tons of News & Results! First, it's all of the latest WWF NEWS including house cleaning as we say goodbye to some of the talent. Bruno Sammartino quits the company. David Sammartino Fired for attacking a fan. Dan Spivey gone. Bam Bam Bigelow injured again. Jos LeDuc headed in. B…
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Episode 15: Mr. Wrestling #2, Scary Tarzan Tyler, & A Bobby Shane Epiphany!
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This week on The Wrestling Stoop, Bob has an epiphany on his past situations with Bobby Shane and sees Bobby in a whole new light. Then, Bob recounts many of his opponents and partners, plus other stories involving Mr. Wrestling #2 (Johnny Walker), Lex Luger, Chris Taylor, Danny Miller, Tarzan Tyler, Karl Kox, The Infernos, JC Dykes, Roger Kirby, E…
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Episode 39: UWF June '86 - Dibiase vs. Buzz Sawyer, Missing Link Returns, Fantastics vs. Herders
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Regional Rasslin' returns to the UWF to close out the month of June in 1986! Guest Roman Gomez also returns as we look at the 6/14 Superdome Event, plus two more weeks of TV including Ted Dibiase vs. "Mad Dog" Buzz Sawyer, UWF Tag Champs Fantastics vs. The Sheeperders, Dark Journey debuts her man The Missing Link, Maxine & Buzz Sawyer finish up wit…
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Episode 117: ROAD TO WRESTLEMANIA IV - FINISHING FEB. 1988 IN THE WWF
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The Grenade is back as we close out the month of FEBRUARY 1988 WWF TV! We take a look at the last 2 weeks of February as WrestleMania IV begins to take shape. Fourteen men prepare for the pending WWF Title tournament as the BRACKETS ARE SWITCHED, while The Ultimate Warrior/Hercules feud begins to take shape, Ted Dibiase is pi$$ed, Demolition ready …
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Episode 14: The Bobby Shane Plane Crash & Dick Slater Bar Fight!
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Back with another edition of The Wrestling Stoop, as Bob shares his memories of his time spent with Dick Slater throughout the 1970s and everything that led to the "Bar Fight" of September 1979 between the two men. We will dissect the truths vs. the stories that have been put out there from wrestlers who weren't even there when it happened! Then, w…
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Episode 38: Memphis 1985 - Week 3 (Broken Rings, Texas Death, & A Confused Canadian)
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Regional Rasslin' is back with Episode #38 as Guest Gene Jackson returns to talk more 1985 Memphis Wrestling! We begin Week #3 of the year looking at the week of January 19th - 25th, 1985. We have so many questions answered from the last episode. Plus, we talk broken rings, a confused Mike Sharpe (Oh, Okay!). Texas Death Matches, legal brass knuckl…
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Episode 116: FEBRUARY 1988 WWF TV (Dibiase Stripped, Pending Tournament!)
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The Grenade rolls on with the first two weeks of FEBRUARY 1988 WWF TV! As President Jack Tunney strips "The Million Dollar Man" Ted Dibiase of the WWF Title and announces a 14-Man Single Elimination Tournament to crown a NEW WWF Champion at WrestleMania IV! The build for WrestleMania begins as names like Hulk Hogan, Andre the Giant, Ted Dibiase, "M…
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Episode 13: Bruiser Brody, Austin Idol, Gary Hart, Bobby Shane, Ole Anderson, More!
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The Wrestling Stoop is back this week as Bob shares stories of Buck Robley trying to take the Georgia territory from Ole Anderson, having Bruiser Brody's debut match, early memories of Austin Idol including being room mates in Australia and Austin selling Amway, Gary Hart's abilities as a manager & booker plus Gary's paranoia following the plane cr…
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Episode 37: Georgia 1981 (Dusty Wins The NWA Title! Gordy & Snuka Team)
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It's Regional Rasslin' Episode #37, finishing up JUNE 1981 in GEORGIA with Guest Jammie Ward. Dusty Rhodes wins the NWA WORLD TITLE from Harley Race, Ken Patera defeats Tommy Rich for the Georgia Heavyweight Title, the new tag team of Terry Gordy & Superfly Snuka, The Masked Superstar Returns, Bruiser Brody battles Blackjack Mulligan, Jay Youngbloo…
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Episode 115: FEBRUARY 1988 WWF NEWS & RESULTS! NEW WWF Champion Ted DiBiase!
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The Grenade is back discussing February 1988 WWF News & Results, plus you'll enjoy 30 LOCALIZED PROMOS in audio form! First, it's all of the latest WWF NEWS as WrestleMania IV begins to take form... From there, I'll look into WWF Results for the month of February '88 including NEW WWF Champion "Million Dollar Man" Ted Dibiase & Andre the Giant vs. …
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Episode 12: Bob's First Trip To Japan! (Bockwinkel, Ladd, Inoki, Baba, Rocky)
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This week on the Wrestling Stoop, Bob Roop talks his memories of his first tour of the JWA in Japan back in 1970, as well as Bob's first trip to the Georgia territory! Plenty of fun stories both inside and outside of the ring, including Karaoke with Nick Bockwinkel, Ernie Ladd playing cards, working with Rocky Johnson in Florida, Lars Anderson and …
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Episode 36: UWF JUNE 1986 (Gilbert & Russians Attack the Cowboy, Watts Fires Back!)
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Regional Rasslin' returns with Guest Roman Gomez to discuss JUNE 1986 in the UWF. The Russians & Eddie Gilbert lay a trap for the Cowboy. Bill Watts fights back! Plus, forget "Cat Fights", Maxine & Dark Journey have SHOOT fights. Terry Taylor wins the TV Title from Buzz Sawye. Plus, Dr. Death, Ted Dibiase, Fantastics, Sheepherders, One Man Gang, Th…
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Episode 114: WWF's The Main Event 2/5/88 (Hulk vs. Andre II, Twin Referees!)
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The Grenade returns with a major piece of wrestling history as we cover the WWF's NBC Special "THE MAIN EVENT" from February 5, 1988. Featuring the largest viewing audience in North American wrestling history. Some 33 Million viewers tuned in to witness the rematch from WrestleMania III when WWF Champion Hulk Hogan battled Andre the Giant, featurin…
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Episode 11: Meeting Dusty Rhodes, Chris Colt Stories, Andre's Farts, & More!
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Bob Roop and Ray Russell are back this week with quite possibly the most unintentionally funny Wrestling Stoop episode to date. What started as another trip into wrestling history turned into a slew of comical stories, as Bob talks Dusty Rhodes spraying diarrhea against a wall, Chris Colt's crazy NSFW ribs, Don Fargo nailing his shlong to a bar sto…
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