Royal Rumble 1993: A new generation
The 1993 Royal Rumble match is discussed by Jason Mann and Luke Starr. They talk about Bob Backlund's comeback and the crowd's reaction to him, WWE's transition away from older stars like Ric Flair and Randy Savage and toward Yokozuna and Bret Hart, Giant Gonzales' awful caveman outfit, and much more. Original airdate: 9/20/12
1hr 14m Sep 20, 2012
1hr 14m
Royal Rumble 1999: Vince McMahon’s luscious pecs
The 1999 Royal Rumble match is discussed by Jason Mann and Brian Schmid. They talk about why this Rumble is considered the worst ever, whether it deserves that reputation, rewriting the conventions of the match to suit the Steve Austin vs. Vince McMahon storyline, the staggering number of groin-based wrestlers and heel and face turns in 1999 WWE, and more. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 9/10/12
1hr 26m Sep 10, 2012
1hr 26m
Slamboree 1994: Sting vs. Vader, one more time
Sting vs. Vader from Slamboree 1994 is discussed by Jason Mann and frequent guest Sawyer Paul. They talk about Vader's incredible combination of precision and power, how often Sting and Vader clashed on pay-per-view, how this match serves as a nice primer for their rivalry, and plow through the history of the maligned WCW International World Championship. Original airdate: 8/30/12
29m Aug 30, 2012
29m
Backlash 2000: Triple H vs. The Rock (with referee Steve Austin)
Triple H vs. The Rock at WWE Backlash 2000 is discussed by Jason Mann and Will Pruett of ProWrestling.Net. They talk about the decision to delay the usual big babyface title win for a month, cranky Jim Ross, Steve Austin's convenient timing as Rock's cornerman, the overuse of the McMahons, and why this match comes off as a satisfying final chapter but has become almost totally historically insi...
1hr 23m Aug 27, 2012
1hr 23m
One Night Stand 2006: John Cena vs. Rob Van Dam
John Cena vs. Rob Van Dam at ECW One Night Stand 2006 is discussed by Jason Mann and Rich Thomas, co-host of the International Object podcast. They talk about the ECW revival, its success and failures in WWE, how Van Dam represents the spirit of ECW, how Edge's involvement in the match seem cheap and arbitrary, and how this match really centers around Cena and his interaction with a crowd that ...
1hr 28m Aug 22, 2012
1hr 28m
Wrestling at the movies: Kayfabe
The wrestling mockumentary Kayfabe is discussed by Jason Mann and Mike of Monsoon Classic. They discuss how the film strikes a balance between absurdity and believability, how well it works for wrestling fans and non-wrestling fans, and how it presents the characters and the camaraderie of wrestlers. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 8/16/12
46m Aug 16, 2012
46m
WrestleWar 1992: Dangerous Alliance vs. Sting's Squadron
The War Games match between Sting's Squadron (Sting, Ricky Steamboat, Nikita Koloff, Dustin Rhodes & Barry Windham) and the Dangerous Alliance (Rick Rude, Steve Austin, Arn Anderson, Bobby Eaton & Larry Zbyszko) at WCW WrestleWar 1992 is discussed by Jason Mann and former WWE writer Andrew Goldstein. They discuss the vast potential of WCW's roster in 1992, the super-enjoyable Dangerous Alliance...
1hr 50m Aug 13, 2012
1hr 50m
Uncensored 1996: The end of Hulkamania as we knew it
The Doomsday Cage Match featuring Hulk Hogan & Randy Savage vs. Ric Flair, Arn Anderson, Lex Luger, Kevin Sullivan, Meng, the Barbarian, Z-Gangsta, & the Ultimate Solution at WCW Uncensored 1996 is discussed by Jason Mann and Bill Bicknell. Topics discussed include the horrible reputation this match has, the excesses of Hulkamania in WCW, Michael Buffer's weird off-night, the story of the Dunge...
1hr 11m Jul 30, 2012
1hr 11m
Monday Night War: February 1996
Jason Mann and Josh Hachat discuss Hulk Hogan v. The Giant in a steel cage at SuperBrawl 6, Bret Hart v. Diesel in a steel cage at In Your House 6, and the other main happenings on Raw and Nitro in February 1996. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 7/30/12
37m Jul 30, 2012
37m
Survivor Series 1989: Ultimate Warriors vs. Heenan Family
The Ultimate Warrior, Jim Neidhart, Marty Jannetty & Shawn Michaels vs. Andre the Giant, Bobby Heenan, Arn Anderson & Haku at Survivor Series 1989 is discussed by Jason Mann and Stan Morris. They talk about the oddity of Hulk Hogan not being in a pay-per-view main event in the late 1980s, building Warrior up to the WWE title, what if Bret Hart had been given Warrior's push instead, how a hypoth...
56m Jul 26, 2012
56m
SuperBrawl 1: Ric Flair vs. Tatsumi Fujinami
Ric Flair vs. Tatsumi Fujinami at SuperBrawl 1 is discussed by Jason Mann and David Kincannon. They try to clear up the muddied differences between the NWA and WCW titles at this time, whether Flair (as brilliant as he was) was the right man to be on top of WCW at this point, and much more. Original airdate: 7/18/12
50m Jul 18, 2012
50m
Royal Rumble 1995: Who are these guys?
The 1995 Royal Rumble match is discussed by Jason Mann and Luke Johnson of Wrestlefeed. They talk about how the quicker-than-ever 60-second intervals made this Rumble feel much different than any other, the lack of depth and star power beyond Shawn Michaels, Davey Boy Smith and Lex Luger, the battle of the future Kronik members, the fate of Well Dunn, and much more. #WWE #wrestling Original air...
1hr 11m Jul 12, 2012
1hr 11m
Royal Rumble 1989: Dissension among the Mega Powers
The Royal Rumble 1989 match is discussed by Jason Mann and Scott T. Holland. They talk about the continuing saga and soon-to-be breakup of Randy Savage and Hulk Hogan, bask in the wonderful battle of DEMOLITION, ponder what would have been if Terry Taylor and Curt Hennig had switched characters, and analyze the seemingly odd choice of Big John Studd as the first Rumble winner. Original airdate:...
1hr 38m Jul 06, 2012
1hr 38m
Wrestling at the movies: Fake it So Real
The wild and wonderful wrestling documentary "Fake It So Real" is discussed by Jason Mann and David Shoemaker of Grantland. They talk about how the movie depicts the artform of pro wrestling, the different attitudes of the wrestlers portrayed, life among working-class friends in a small Southern town, the details of putting together a wrestling show, and much more. #WWE #wrestling Original aird...
1hr 7m Jul 03, 2012
1hr 7m
TNA Genesis 2006: Kurt Angle vs. Samoa Joe, the first time
Kurt Angle vs. Samoa Joe from TNA Genesis 2006 is discussed by Jason Mann and Will Pruett of ProWrestling.Net. They talk about Angle's odd and acrimonious departure from WWE, Joe's undefeated streak, and the amazing atmosphere of this match and the sense of hope in TNA at the time. #WWE #TNA #wrestling Original airdate: 6/28/12
1hr 18m Jun 28, 2012
1hr 18m
Survivor Series 1988: Team Mega Powers vs. Team Twin Towers
Randy Savage, Hulk Hogan, Koko B. Ware, Hillbilly Jim & Hercules v. Haku, Ted DiBiase, Akeem, Red Rooster & Big Bossman at Survivor Series 1988 is discussed by Jason Mann and Stan Morris. They talk about the charm of the Survivor Series elimination matches, how this match continued the breakup of the Randy Savage and Hulk Hogan alliance, whether Terry Taylor's Red Rooster was the really worst g...
1hr 13m Jun 26, 2012
1hr 13m
Royal Rumble 1994: Double vision
The 1994 Royal Rumble match is discussed by Jason Mann and Chris from IVP Videos. They discuss the many surprising faces who show up in a 1994 WWE event, compare the sagas of Bret Hart and Lex Luger, praise Ted DiBiase's one-time appearance as a WWE pay-per-view announcer, and ponder the beginning of Diesel-mania. #WWE #wrestling
1hr 43m Jun 21, 2012
1hr 43m
Wrestling at the movies: Memphis Heat
Wrestlespective expands its horizons with this look at the documentary Memphis Heat from Jason Mann and Scott Bowden of Kentucky Fried Rasslin. They discuss how the movie tells the story of Memphis wrestling, including the famous Sputnik Monroe vs. Billy Wicks feud, Monroe's role in integrating the wrestling arena, Jerry Jarrett, Jackie Fargo, Jerry Lawler, Jimmy Hart, Andy Kaufman, the Fabulou...
1hr 51m Jun 18, 2012
1hr 51m
Victory Road 2011: Sting vs. Jeff Hardy, very briefly
The infamous Sting vs. Jeff Hardy match from TNA Victory Road 2011 is discussed by Jason Mann and Cewsh Reviews. They talk about Hardy being in no condition to perform, the lack of long-term consequences for him, the confused atmosphere, and how wrestling media covered the event. That transitions into a long discussion of their wrestling media consumption habits, what dirtsheets and blogs do we...
54m Jun 14, 2012
54m
TNA Sacrifice 2006: Christian vs. Abyss
Christian vs. Abyss, the main event of TNA Sacrifice 2006, is discussed by Jason Mann and Sergio Hernandez. They talk about how the feud showcased the strengths and weaknesses of TNA at the time, how difficult it must be to put together a ladder match that makes sense, the merits of a spotfest, how the Unprettier name lasted so long for Christian's finisher, and much more. Original airdate: 6/8/12
51m Jun 08, 2012
51m
AAA When Worlds Collide: Konnan vs. Perro Aguayo
Konnan vs. Perro Aguayo at AAA When Worlds Collide 1994 is discussed by Jason Mann and Franny from RudoReels.com. They talk about how this show -- co-promoted with WCW -- is a great introduction to lucha libre, the incredible and odd array of talent who appeared on it (including Rey Mysterio Jr., Eddie Guerrero, Chris Benoit, Psychosis, Tito Santana, La Parka, 2 Cold Scorpio, and Louie Spicolli...
42m Jun 01, 2012
42m
King of the Ring 1993: Bret Hart vs. Bam Bam Bigelow
Bam Bam Bigelow vs. Bret Hart, the finals of the King of the Ring 1993 tournament, is discussed by Jason Mann and Adam Jones. They talk about how WWE changed directions a lot of times in 1993, rebuilding Bret Hart after his WrestleMania 9 loss, why Bigelow wasn't in more WWE main events, and more. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 5/31/12
47m May 31, 2012
47m
Judgment Day/One Night Stand 2007: John Cena vs. Great Khali
John Cena vs. The Great Khali at Judgment Day 2007 and One Night Stand 2007 are discussed by Jason Mann and Trey Irby. That's right: Two matches in one podcast. And they are better than you'd think. Jason and Trey compare parts of this feud to both Andre the Giant vs. Hulk Hogan and Brock Lesnar vs. John Cena, discuss the merits of Khali as a professional wrestler, and consider Cena's abilities...
50m May 30, 2012
50m
WCW/New Japan SuperShow 1991: Flair vs. Fujinami
Ric Flair vs. Tatsumi Fujinami at the WCW/New Japan Supershow 1991 is discussed by Jason Mann and Cewsh of Cewsh Reviews. They talk about the distinctive Tokyo Dome atmosphere, the muddled history of the NWA and WCW world titles, differences between wrestling in the U.S. and Japan, and much more. #wrestling #WWE Original airdate: 5/8/12
49m May 08, 2012
49m
Fall Brawl 1994: Team Dusty vs. Studd Stable
The War Games match of Dusty Rhodes, Dustin Rhodes, Brian Knobbs & Jerry Sags v. Terry Funk, Arn Anderson, Bunkhouse Buck & Col. Robert Parker at Fall Brawl 1994 is discussed by Jason Mann and Dylan Hales. They talk about what a tremendous feud and match this was in what is considered a down period for WCW, why it might be overlooked among the great War Games matches, why Terry Funk is the grea...
1hr 11m May 05, 2012
1hr 11m
WrestleMania 27: The Miz vs. John Cena
The Miz vs. John Cena at WrestleMania 27 is discussed by Jason Mann and Sawyer Paul of International Object. After some jokes about what a mat classic this is, they talk about what went wrong and what right in their feud and this match, the Rock's involvement and how his return shook up WWE, the tone of Miz's and Cena's entrances and what they said about their characters, some about the Cena-Ro...
1hr 5m Mar 29, 2012
1hr 5m
WCW Greed 2001: Scott Steiner vs. Diamond Dallas Page
The last WCW pay-per-view main event, Scott Steiner v. Dallas Page at Greed 2001, is discussed by Jason Mann and Sergio Hernandez. They talk about Steiner's seeming mental instability, the Magnificent Seven, fans discovering Page might not be appealing, whether a fan in the crowd was Paul London, what the plans were for WCW before Nitro was canceled, and a little bit about why the invasion in W...
1hr 7m Mar 27, 2012
1hr 7m
Royal Rumble 1991: Highly American
The 1991 Royal Rumble match is discussed by Jason Mann and Scott T. Holland. They discuss what was going on with many of the cast of characters in the Rumble, including "The Model" Rick Martel, Mr. Perfect, Earthquake, Bret Hart, Saba Simba, Jake Roberts, Davey Boy Smith, Kerry Von Erich, The Undertaker, Jimmy Snuka and many more. They also go into this show built up the mediocre Hulk Hogan v. ...
1hr 57m Mar 20, 2012
1hr 57m
Survivor Series 1993: All Americans vs. Foreign Fanatics
The Survivor Series 1993 main event of the All-Americans (Lex Luger, Undertaker, Rick Steiner & Scott Steiner) battling the Foreign Fanatics (Yokozuna, Crush, Jacques Rougeau & Ludvig Borga) is discussed by Jason Mann and Ben Pasco of It's Raining Meng. They discuss Lex Luger and his dull family, the Undertaker's track record of patriotism, Yokozuna's murderous past, Ludvig Borga's surprising c...
1hr 8m Mar 10, 2012
1hr 8m
Hardcore Heaven 2000: Justin Credible v. Lance Storm
Justin Credible v. Lance Storm at ECW Hardcore Heaven 2000 is discussed by Jason Mann and Joe Drilling. They talk about the merits of Credible's reign as champion in the last year of ECW (not to mention the merits of his jorts and tights combo), Storm's strong run in 2000 in ECW and WCW, Tommy Dreamer's brutal attack on Francine, past and current misogyny in wrestling, and much more. #WWE #wres...
1hr 1m Mar 08, 2012
1hr 1m
Guilty As Charged 1999: Shane Douglas vs. Taz
Shane Douglas v. Taz at ECW Guilty As Charged 1999 is discussed by Jason Mann and Tom Breihan of The Classical and Stereogum. They talk about whether ECW's myth matches up to reality, Douglas as a weary villain, comparisons between the character of the Franchise and Triple H, Taz and others in ECW succeeding despite their limitations, and much more. Tom also discusses writing about and meeting ...
1hr 3m Mar 03, 2012
1hr 3m
No Way Out 2002: Return of the NWO and Austin vs. Jericho
Chris Jericho v. Stone Cold Steve Austin at No Way Out 2002 is discussed by Jason Mann and Joe Drilling. They talk about the strange tone of the New World Order's WWE debut, the odd first interactions of Hulk Hogan, Kevin Nash and Scott Hall with Austin and The Rock, how Jericho was often an afterthought, Mr. Perfect's drunkenness, how this match had so many chops, Austin's struggles in 2002, t...
1hr 35m Feb 25, 2012
1hr 35m
Halloween Havoc 1998: Goldberg vs. Diamond Dallas Page
Goldberg v. Diamond Dallas Page from Halloween Havoc 1998 is discussed by Jason Mann and Thomas Holzerman. They talk about whether Goldberg should be held in higher esteem, how he was underused in WCW main events, the merits of Page's diamond cutter v. Randy Orton's RKO, and much more. #wwe #wrestling Original airdate: 2/16/12
57m Feb 16, 2012
57m
Survivor Series 2011: The Rock & John Cena v. The Miz & R-Truth
The Rock & John Cena v. The Miz & R-Truth at Survivor Series 2011 is discussed by Jason Mann and Alex Torres (aka Failraiser). They talk about the strengths and weakness of the Rock-Cena story in 2011, how Rock and Cena have each been insufferable louses at times, how fun the Awesome Truth were together, and Alex's experiences attending this show in person. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 2/9/12
44m Feb 09, 2012
44m
Survivor Series 2002: The first Elimination Chamber
The first Elimination Chamber match -- Triple H v. Shawn Michaels v. Chris Jericho v. Kane v. Rob Van Dam v. Booker T -- at Survivor Series 2002 is discussed by Jason Mann and Will Pruett of ProWrestling.Net. They talk about all the many things that went wrong during the match and why it still ended up being brilliant, Shawn Michaels' hideous brown tights, how nearly everyone's stories intersec...
1hr 17m Feb 06, 2012
1hr 17m
Destination X 2011: A.J. Styles vs. Christopher Daniels
A.J. Styles v. Christopher Daniels at Destination X 2011 is discussed by Jason Mann and Alex Torres of Failraiser. They talk about the long history of Styles and Daniels, what the X Division meant to TNA, how it evolved from the WCW cruiserweight division, how this show compares to a nostalgia show like ECW One Night Stand, and more. #WWE #wrestling #TNA Original airdate: 2/3/12
46m Feb 03, 2012
46m
Fall Brawl 1998: Where there’s smoke, there’s Warrior
The War Games match of Team WCW (Warrior, Roddy Piper & Dallas Page) v. Team Wolfpac (Kevin Nash, Sting & Lex Luger) v. Team Hollywood (Hulk Hogan, Bret Hart & Stevie Ray) at WCW Fall Brawl 1998 is discussed by Jason Mann and Will Pruett of ProWrestling.Net. They chat about Warrior's weird run in WCW, how this match might have been regarded differently if it wasn't called War Games, Bret Hart's...
1hr 5m Jan 27, 2012
1hr 5m
Starrcade 2000: Scott Steiner vs. Sid
Here marks the end of Starrcade: It's Scott Steiner v. Sid from Starrcade 2000. Jason Mann and Joe Drilling talk about both wrestlers' penchant for unintentional wrestling comedy, how far WCW had fallen by the this point, the possibly ironic over-the-top announcing from Tony Schiavone and company, and much more. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 1/21/12
1hr 35m Jan 21, 2012
1hr 35m
Starrcade 1999: Bret Hart vs. Goldberg
Bret Hart v. Goldberg at Starrcade 1999 is discussed by Jason Mann and Razor. They talk about Hart's career-ending injury in this match, his ups and downs in WCW, Goldberg's lost 1999, how recycling the Montreal screwjob and creating a new NWO in consecutive nights might not have been the best idea, and much more. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 1/20/12
43m Jan 20, 2012
43m
Starrcade 1998: Goldberg vs. Kevin Nash
Goldberg v. Kevin Nash at Starrcade 1998 is discussed by Jason Mann and Sawyer Paul. They talk about Nash's contrarian nature, how Goldberg's first loss should have been handled, whether the Fingerpoke of Doom was really as destructive to WCW as is generally thought, and much more. #wwe #wrestling Original airdate: 1/18/12
56m Jan 18, 2012
56m
Starrcade 1997: Hulk Hogan vs. Sting
Hulk Hogan v. Sting at Starrcade 1997 is discussed by Jason Mann and Sawyer Paul. They talk about the epic buildup and WCW v. NWO storyline, how big this match really felt in 1997, and how it all inevitably fell short. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 1/15/12
1hr Jan 15, 2012
1hr
Starrcade 1996: Hulk Hogan vs. Roddy Piper
Hollywood Hulk Hogan v. Roddy Piper from Starrcade 1996 is discussed by Jason Mann and Joe Drilling. It's a surprisingly great match, and they discuss reasons why it wasn't considered great, the ups and downs of the NWO story, and the admittedly ridiculous lack of announcement that it was a non-title match. Original airdate: 1/12/12 #WWE #wrestling
1hr 4m Jan 12, 2012
1hr 4m
Starrcade 1995: Ric Flair's last stand
Randy Savage v. Ric Flair at Starrcade 1995 is discussed by Jason Mann and Razor. They talk about the great Savage-Flair chemistry, the odd U.S. v. Japan concept of this show, the massive unlikability of Jimmy Hart, possible nicknames for Doug Dillinger, and dream matches that would have been possible but did not happen in WCW in the late 1990s. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 1/11/12
29m Jan 11, 2012
29m
Starrcade 1994: Hulk Hogan vs. Brutus Beefcake (The Butcher)
Hulk Hogan v. The Butcher (Brutus Beefcake) from Starrcade 1994 is discussed by Jason Mann and Robert Newsome. They talk about how Hogan's arrival transformed WCW, the tremendousness of a bitter Bobby Heenan, and whether Beefcake was really ever any good. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 12/18/11
1hr 19m Dec 18, 2011
1hr 19m
Starrcade 1993: Ric Flair vs. Vader
Vader v. Ric Flair from Starrcade 1993 is discussed by Jason Mann and Bill Bicknell. They discuss Flair's return to prominence after some time on the sideline, the ethics of loving Vader despite his reputation for hurting people, and the development of the talent that fueled the late 1990s wrestling boom. #WWE #wrestling Original airdate: 12/16/11
1hr 3m Dec 16, 2011
1hr 3m
WCW Starrcades 1991 and 1992: Battlebowling
The Battlebowls at Starrcades 1991 and 1992 are discussed by Jason Mann and Sawyer Paul in this marathon episode. They discuss the merits and flaws of the Battlebowl concept, how Starrcade often moved away from being WCW's biggest show, how Sting did a poor job of making friends, the greatness of Rick Rude, thoughts on Vader, Barry Windham, Great Muta, Lex Luger, and much more. Original airdate...
1hr 41m Dec 11, 2011
1hr 41m
Starrcade 1990: Sting vs. the Black Scorpion
Sting v. The Black Scorpion at Starrcade 1990 is discussed by Jason Mann and Brandon Stroud. They talk about their mutual love for Bob Caudle, Sting as the world's biggest sucker, how few endings fans really get in wrestling, the differences between the Black Scorpion's and the Undertaker's magic tricks, what happens when a child loses his belief in wrestling, discovering they both wrote for th...
1hr 17m Nov 17, 2011
1hr 17m
Starrcade 1989: Iron Men
Ric Flair v. Sting at Starrcade 1989 is discussed by Jason Mann and Scott Bowden of Kentucky Fried Rasslin. They discuss the relative strengths and weaknesses of the iron man concept, how WCW could have better used The Great Muta, Flair's booking, and the great WCW roster of the time, including the Steiners, the Road Warriors, Doom, the Skyscrapers, the Midnight Express, Cactus Jack, Tommy Rich...
1hr 14m Nov 14, 2011
1hr 14m
Starrcade 1988: Ric Flair vs. Lex Luger
Ric Flair v. Lex Luger for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship at Starrcade 1988 is discussed by Jason Mann and Robert Newsome. They talk about Flair's superhuman ability to make even a limited opponent look good, the merits of Luger and Sting, the passion of Southern wrestling crowds, the corporate Horsemen, and much more. #WWE #wrestling #rasslin #prowrestling #WCW Original airdate: 11/6/11
1hr 12m Nov 07, 2011
1hr 12m
Starrcade 1987: Ron Garvin vs. Ric Flair
Ron Garvin v. Ric Flair for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship at Starrcade 1987 is discussed by Jason Mann and the Masked Tweeter. They talk about the fearsome chops and slaps Garvin and Flair exchanged, the oddness of Garvin's title reign, how Flair almost came off as heroic during the match, and also a bit about the Garvins v. Rougeaus classic feud from Montreal in 1985. #wwe #wrestling ...
34m Oct 05, 2011
34m