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Because it's always good to wake up with Morning Glory!! Listen in as Adam and Jack prepare you for the day with amazing facts, strange news and ALOT of discussion about Adam's wood. Airing Monday, Wednesday and Friday Mornings 10am - 12pm www.doneradio.com
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Wes of Disabledland

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Disabledland with Wes of Disabledland is a different kind of Disability awareness, I will be dropping the hard truths of Disabled life. I will make you laugh, make you rage, and sometimes it’s going to get dark. But surviving with a disability on the planet of the Ables isn’t all magic castles and pirate rides, it’s actually Disabledland. Disabledland is Part of the Bitching and Bolusing podcast family.
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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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This week is a special edition of Regional Rasslin' as Ray Russell interviews Author & Professor of Law, Mr. ALEX B. LONG about his new book "Professional Wrestling and the Law: Legal Battles from the Ring to the Courtroom". Alex has published over 40 scholarly articles and books on legal topics, and the most recent of which, a book that takes a de…
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It's Regional Rasslin' #64, featuring Guest Roman Gomez & Ray Russell returning to kick off the first two weeks of OCTOBER 1986 in the UWF! REMATCH - UWF Heavyweight Champion Terry Gordy vs. "Dr. Death" Steve Williams. "Gentleman" Chris Adams DEBUTS vs. Savannah Jack! Buddy Roberts the NEW TV Champion, Iceman Parsons & MIssing Link vs. John Tatum &…
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In this episode, I speak with Greg from Adapted Design about the movement to adapt toys and other items for the disabled to create independence and the real cost of such items. We also touch on the crip tax and those that price gouge families of disabled kids with high markups and easy-to-adapt items. https://adapted-design.com/ Or on instagram htt…
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Regional Rasslin' is back talking early October 1981 in Georgia Wrestling w/Guest Jammie Ward. We discuss NEW NWA World Champion Ric Flair. What is in Tommy RIch's BOX? Michael Hayes shoves a BABY BOTTLE in Terry Gordy's mouth, George Scott SUSPENDS The Masked Superstar, and Superstar places a BOUNTY on "Wildfire" Tommy Rich... Otis Sistrunk WRESTL…
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In this episode, I speak with Courtney of the Bitching and Bolusing podcast about the highly problematic world of charity especially when Disabled people are involved. You can find Courtney on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bitching_and_bolusing/ You can find her podcast Bitching and Bolusing with Courtney and Brittney all the platforms you ge…
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Please bear with Ray Russell's allergies during the latest episode of Regional Rasslin' #62 as Guest Gene Jackson returns to talk more MARCH 1985 CWA Memphis Wrestling (3/16 - 3/22/85)! Randy Savage tries to "pluck the eyeball" of Jerry Lawler. The PYT Express are headed to Memphis. Tux Newman joins the Lawler Show. Eddie Gilbert & Lanny Poffo unit…
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The first very special episode of Disabledland where I pull back the curtains and talk about the inner workings of the park where the pod happens. This time its about our cast of characters mainly Brenda. Apparently the roll of Medical Mamma Bear Mountains resident has created some misunderstandings that need to be cleared up as to just what she re…
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Regional Rasslin' returns with Episode #61 as Guest Roman Gomez is back to finish talking SEPTEMBER 1986 in the UWF! It's UWF Heavyweight Champion Terry Gordy vs. "Dr. Death" Steve Williams. Missy Hyatt is Dark Journey's Valet for a Day! TV Champion Terry Taylor vs. One Man Gang. "Bad" Leroy Brown debuts, the Eddie Gilbert/John Tatum feud escalates…
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This episode I speak with fellow Disability advocate Erin Kay the Founder of Claiming Disability. About subjects like advocating for Disabled rights while dealing with the parents of Disabled kids. Disability Pride and Uncle Joey. Erin can be found on instagram at @erin.claiming_disability And all her links can be found here https://linktr.ee/claim…
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It's Regional Rasslin' #60 as Guest Gene Jackson returns to talk more MARCH 1985 CWA Memphis Wrestling! THE MACHO MAN TURNS HEEL! REMATCH - Jerry Lawler vs. Nick Bockwinkel for the AWA World Title in a TEXAS DEATH MATCH! Plus, Southern Tag Champs The Fabulous Ones vs. The Interns (it's Masks vs. BEARDS!!!), Tux Newman, the Rock & Roll Express in to…
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This week marks another 2.5 HOUR MEGA EDITION OF REGIONAL RASSLIN' w/Guest Jammie Ward talking September 1981 in Georgia Wrestling. Featuring NEW NWA World Champion Ric Flair, Michael Hayes, Terry Gordy, Superfly Snuka, Tommy Rich, Masked Superstar, Otis Sistrunk, Mr. Wrestling #2, Tor Kamata, Ray Stevens, & so much more! Please Subscribe to our Pa…
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This week I sit down with fellow Canadian and Ontarian Adam D Kearney to talk about the state of Disability rights. The Medically Assisted Death program aka MAID and it's expansion from mercy into eugenics. It's more fun than it sounds. Adam can be found on instagram @adamdkearney And all his links to his projects can be found here https://linktr.e…
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It's Regional Rasslin' #58 talking SEPTEMBER 1986 UWF! Guest Roman Gomez returns to talk Missing Link vs. Tatum (Valet for a Day- Hyatt or Journey?!), For the held-up UWF Tag Titles - Fantastics vs. Sting & Eddie Gilbert. TV Champ Terry Taylor vs. Michael Hayes. Lumberjack Tag - Freebirds vs. Ted Dibiase & Dr. Death. Plus, Hyatt & Hot Stuff Interna…
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It's a hilarious 2-HOUR episode of Regional Rasslin' #57 as Guest Gene Jackson returns to kick off MARCH 1985 CWA Memphis Wrestling! Jerry Lawler challenges Nick Bockwinkel for the AWA World Title... sort of... Plus, Southern Tag Champs The Fabulous Ones vs. Rock & Roll Express, Lanny Poffo talks Gang Bangs, Watermelons seeds everywhere, Lance Russ…
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A MONSTER 2.5 HOUR EDITION OF REGIONAL RASSLIN' w/GUEST JAMMIE WARD DISCUSSING GEORGIA 1981 for the Aug/Sept timeframe. This week's edition covers TWO EPISODES OF TV... AND TWO OMNI CARDS WITH FULL RESULTS!!! Witness Kevin Von Erich vs. "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka (Both in Boots!), as KEVIN KICKS OUT OF THE SUPERFLY SPLASH!!! Plus, NWA WORLD CAMPION DUS…
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Regional Rasslin' returns as Guest Roman Gomez is back to close out AUGUST 1986 in the UWF! Dr. Death Returns from Japan, Skandor Akbar adds to Devastation Inc as Savannah Jack Debuts, the Tatum/Gilbert/Missy Hyatt Love Triangle REALLY heats up, TV Champ Terry Taylor takes on "Hollywood" John Tatum, Eddie Gilbert & Sting defend the UWF Tag Titles v…
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In this episode I speak with Sabi the host of Monday Mingle about her struggle with employment, betrayal, and homelessness all while being Disabled and caring for her mothers health as well. Sabi's links Insta @sabilewsounds ko-fi.com/sabilewsounds PayPal @SabiLewSounds Linktr.ee/sabilewsounds gofund.me/8e5cbb0e My links Find me on instagram @wes_o…
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Regional Rasslin' #54 is here! Guest Gene Jackson returns to close out February 1985 in the Memphis territory. Featuring "THE MACHO MAN" Randy Savage making his first appearance in the studio for 1985. Plus, Eddie Gilbert brings out a giant BOX... But WHO or WHAT is in the box? Tune in to find out! Jimmy Valiant quits the territory and winds up bei…
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As we record a slew of new Regional Rasslin' Episodes over this Memorial Holiday week, please enjoy this BONUS Episode of Regional Rasslin' as we introduce you to Gene Jackson's new Retro Wrestling Re-View Podcast, currently covering the 1993 USWA Project! It's the debut edition of the Retro Wrestling Re-View Podcast! Listen in as Host Gene Jackson…
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In this Episode my guest Jamie Howard of the Bloody Broads Pod and I go a little off the hinges discussing the longest fast food ad ever made Mac and Me staring a real live disabled child and a real uncanny valley nightmare fuel alien family. In the cult classic Mac and Me. Find me on instagram @wes_of_disabledland Disabledland merch https://disabl…
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Regional Rasslin' #53 features the returning Memphis Superfan & Historian Steve Crawford to the program talking Jimmy Hart's departure to the WWF, The Macho Man leaving Memphis, T.H. Hart, Playboy Frazier, Troy Graham, the Interns vs. Fabs feud, The Terminators, the Poffo's ICW, the recent Wrestling Legends Convention in Evansville, & more! Then fr…
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Regional Rasslin' #52 has arrived! Another jam-packed episode with Guest Roman Gomez as we talk AUGUST 1986 UWF News, Results, & TV Reviews! MAJOR UWF TITLE MATCH - UWF CHAMP TERRY GORDY VS. HACKSAW DUGGAN (all parties barred from ringside). Ted Dibiase Returns to brawl with Michael Hayes! One Man Gang makes himself known. TV Champion Terry Taylor …
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On this episode Brittney of Bitching and Bolusing and I get into the dark side of the medical parenting community. Trigger Warning for Child Murder and abuse. Find me on instagram @wes_of_disabledland Disabledland merch https://disabledland.threadless.com/ Disabledland kids (family friendly) https://disabledlandkids.threadless.com/ The mother podca…
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It's a giant-sized episode of Georgia 1981 this week on Regional Rasslin' w/Guest Jammie Ward. We continue the month of August as Michael Hayes & Andre the Giant ready themselves for Terry Gordy & "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka. Tommy Rich prepares to put his Georgia Title on the line vs. The Masked Superstar. Bruiser Brody brings his "home made coffin" to…
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We've reached a milestone with Regional Rasslin' Episode #50! Guest Gene Jackson returns to talk more February 1985 Memphis Wrestling. Featuring the departure of Jimmy Hart and the debut of T.H. Hart! Eddie Gilbert debuts his "Army" and attacks Jerry Lawler. Adrian Street bloodies Randy Savage. Playboy Frazier gets a haircut. The Day Dreamers unmas…
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In This Episode I talk about the early days of the covid 19 pandemic lockdowns, the choices I made as a Disabled person and why I made them. Find me on instagram @wes_of_disabledland Disabledland merch https://disabledland.threadless.com/ Disabledland kids (family friendly) https://disabledlandkids.threadless.com/ The mother podcast Bitching and Bo…
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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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Today on Disabbledland my Guest Bhavna of the Bloody Broads Podcast talk about the 1932 Disability Revenge classic Todd Brownings Freaks Find Bhavna at The Bloody Broads Podcast And Bhavana on insta @theluckysharms And check out Jamies podcast How Did You Get Here Find me on instagram @wes_of_disabledland Disabledland merch https://disabledland.thr…
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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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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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In this episode I talk about my experiences as a Zombie and background actor on the set of Resident Evil Afterlife and also tell a very special story about a Golden Girl GILF. Find me on instagram @wes_of_disabledland Disabledland merch https://disabledland.threadless.com/ Disabledland kids (family friendly) https://disabledlandkids.threadless.com/…
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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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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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Today on Disabledland I discuss the reasons why I hated Canadian Disability hero and icon Terry Fox when I was growing up as a Disabled child after a brief call with PM Sexy Socks. Find me on instagram @wes_of_disabledland Disabledland merch https://disabledland.threadless.com/ Disabledland kids (family friendly) https://disabledlandkids.threadless…
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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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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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The Gates of Disabledland open for the first time. Today we introduce the podcast, introduce Brenda and talk about the disabled representation in the media of The Boy in the paper. Find me on instagram @wes_of_disabledland Disabledland merch https://disabledland.threadless.com/ Disabledland kids (family friendly) https://disabledlandkids.threadless…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Summa-na-gun! This week on Regional Rasslin', we continue our voyage into 1985 in the Memphis territory with Guest Gene Jackson joining the program. This week we cover the dates of January 8th - 15th, 1985! Including the Southern Tag Team Title Tournament from the Mid-South Coliseum, the Rock & Roll Express return, the Dirty White Boys gets the bab…
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Guest Roman Gomez returns as we head back to May of 1986 in Bill Watts' UWF this week to look at weekend TV for May 25th and the history making UWF Heavyweight Title Tournament on 5/30! We'll talk Terry Gordy the world beater, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan's legit cracked skull, Bill Watts is back and "Walking Tall" once more, the One Man Gang's return, The…
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This week Regional Rasslin' welcomes Gene Jackson to the program as we begin to cover the end of 1984 and the first week of 1985 in the Memphis Territory! As "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert presents... "This Is Your Life, Jerry Lawler"! Plus, we talk Gordon Solie's departure, Dave Brown's Return, Playboy Frazier's Nuggets, Barbed Wire Action, Jimmy Hart …
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Regional Rasslin' returns with Guest Jammie Ward and more Georgia 1981. The George Scott era begins as we dive into the month of June. The Fabulous Freebirds finish up, Dusty Rhodes named the new #1 contender to Harley Race's NWA World Title, "Precious" Paul Ellering arrives and cuts some crazy promos, we crown NEW National Tag Team Champions in St…
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We're back with more 1986 UWF, now in the month of May! "Cowboy" Bill Watts proves to be the highlight of this episode as he finally takes a stand against Eddie Gilbert and his Russian Korchenko. Watts is forced into getting physical as he fights off the foes with the help of Dr. Death. Then later in the episode, Watts cuts a very heated promo to b…
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