Survivor Series 1997: The Montreal Screwjob

New to Wrestling Podcast

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In this episode of the New to Wrestling podcast, hosts Xavier and Kelsey dive into Survivor Series 1997, a pivotal event in wrestling history. They recap the match card, which includes several Survivor Series elimination matches, Kane's in-ring debut against Mankind, and the infamous WWF Championship match between Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart.

Match Card:

1. New Age Outlaws & The Godwins vs. The Headbangers & The New Blackjacks
2. The Truth Commission vs. The Disciples of Apocalypse
3. Team Canada vs. Team USA
4. Kane vs. Mankind
5. Legion of Doom, Ken Shamrock & Ahmed Johnson vs. The Nation of Domination
6. Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Owen Hart (Intercontinental Championship)
7. Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart (WWF Championship)

The hosts provide insightful commentary on each match, discussing the performances, storylines, and backstage dynamics. They pay particular attention to Kane's impressive debut and the rising star of Ken Shamrock. The episode culminates with an in-depth analysis of the main event, known as the "Montreal Screwjob," where Bret Hart was controversially stripped of the WWF Championship.

Xavier and Kelsey offer their personal reactions to the event, especially focusing on the emotional impact of Bret Hart's final WWF match. They discuss the long-lasting implications of the Montreal Screwjob on the wrestling industry and tease upcoming episodes that will further explore this pivotal moment in wrestling history.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 Intro
• 0:36 Survivor Series 1997 discussion
• 6:30 Raw Episode Recap
• 11:17 Wrestling Recap
• 16:01 Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament Announcement
• 21:47 Discussion on wrestling match and homophobia
• 27:03 Discussion on men's fashion
• 31:03 Survivor Series Match Discussion
• 34:46 Chaotic match start and eliminations
• 40:38 Stone Cold Interview
• 44:18 Segment on Fragrance Naming
• 53:14 Kane Video Package
• 54:46 Mankind Promo
• 1:05:08 Survivor Series Match Discussion
• 1:09:08 Shower Lore Discussion
• 1:13:29 Match Highlights
• 1:24:24 Speculations about Bret Hart's future
• 1:28:15 Montreal Screwjob discussion
• 1:33:17 WCW and Bret Hart's Career Challenges
• 1:38:17 Vince McMahon character introduction

The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!