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World Championship Wrestling 9/25/82

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Wrestlings HEEL: Brother Ernest Spoofed Corrupt RELIGION! #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-09 | Designed to critique religious exploitation, not faith itself, Brother Ernest sparked intense debate. Crafted to avoid blasphemy, this character deeply engaged audiences, igniting controversy. #CharacterDesign #Satire #ReligiousCritique #AudienceEngagement #Controversy

Talkin’ Off The Top Rope Episode #8: Joe Sousa

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-09 | On Episode #8 of Talkin’ Off The Top Rope, “The Grizzled Vet” Michael McCurdy welcomes longtime friend, promoter, booker, wrestling historian, commentator, and all around wrestling lifer Joe Sousa for a very personal conversation about growing up through the West Coast territory era, discovering wrestling through his father, preserving memories, finding his voice behind the microphone, and eventually helping build Rumble in the Redwoods into something special.

This one is different because Joe isn’t just another guest. Mike explains right up front that Joe is part of his own story, one of the people who helped him along the path that eventually led to this show and the Retro Wrestling Archive Podcast Network. Their friendship goes back more than 30 years, and that history gives the episode a warm, familiar, “road story” feel from the very beginning.

By the end, this episode is really about connection: fathers and sons, friends who become family, fans who become historians, commentators who become voices of a scene, and small town wrestling shows that become memories people carry with them. Joe Sousa’s story runs through San Francisco, Portland, Humboldt County, APW, WCWC, Cauliflower Alley, and Rumble in the Redwoods, but the throughline is simple: he loves wrestling, he respects the fans, and he wants the stories to be told right.

For fans of Portland Wrestling, San Francisco wrestling, Pat Patterson, Ray Stevens, Roddy Piper, Don Owen, Roy Shire, Rumble in the Redwoods, West Coast independent wrestling, old school commentary, and the people who keep regional wrestling history alive, this episode is a must listen.

Joe Sousa’s story is the real deal.

And that’s why on Talkin’ Off The Top Rope, the stories never die.

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LIVE from the Archive: Superstar Bill Dundee Tribute Show

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-09 | Join the Retro Wrestling Archive Gang as they watch some of their favorite matches and share their memories of the one and only, "Superstar" Bill Dundee

RWR USWA Podcast Ep. 118 (1/18/92) Richard Lee, “Ain’t No Rassler!”

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-09 | On Episode #118 of the Retro Wrestling Re-View USWA Podcast, Gene Jackson, Josh Briley, and BT Brian Tramel return to review the January 18, 1992 edition of USWA Championship Wrestling but before the boys get into the episode, the show opens on a somber note with the news of “Superstar” Bill Dundee’s passing. Gene, Josh, and BT take a few minutes to talk about what Dundee meant to Memphis wrestling, to their childhood fandom, and to this podcast in particular, where Dundee has been such a major recurring part of the journey.

Once the review begins, this episode turns into one of the most important early 1992 USWA shows so far. The Moondogs, Richard Lee, Jeff Jarrett, Robert Fuller, and Jerry Lawler collide in a wild brawl from Kennett, Missouri, and by the time it’s over, Lawler has stepped directly into the tag team war against the Moondogs. What started as Jarrett and Fuller versus Richard Lee’s chaos suddenly becomes Jerry Lawler and Jeff Jarrett versus the Moondogs, and the boys immediately recognize that this was the start of something huge for the USWA in 1992.

This is one of those episodes where the USWA starts to feel like it has found its next big story.

The Moondogs are destroying people.

Richard Lee is losing his mind.

And Jerry Lawler just smelled money!

Retro Wrestling w/Gene Jackson Ep. 63: with special guest Brother Ernest Angel

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-08 | On Episode #63 of Retro Wrestling w/Gene Jackson, Gene sits down with a guest that a lot of Memphis wrestling fans have wondered about for decades: Brother Ernest Angel. Known for his short but unforgettable run in Memphis and Continental in 1988, Brother Ernest steps back into the spotlight for a rare conversation about how the character came together, why it generated so much heat, working with Jerry Lawler, Jerry Jarrett, Jeff Jarrett, Lance Russell, Dave Brown, Bill Dundee, Jamie Dundee, Eddie Gilbert, Missy Hyatt, Doug Gilbert, the Samoans, Maxx Payne, and more.

Gene opens the show by explaining why this interview matters. Retro Wrestling w/Gene Jackson has always been about finding the people fans haven’t heard from in years, the names who weren’t on every shoot interview, podcast, or convention stage —and Brother Ernest fits that mission perfectly. After Gene’s article and promo compilation reminded fans just how entertaining Brother Ernest was, the response made it clear: people still remember him, and they still want to hear his story.

The heart of the episode is Brother Ernest explaining what the character actually was. He makes it clear that they were not mocking God, scripture, or sincere religion. The target was the shady televangelist type that had been all over the news, and Brother Ernest says they were careful not to cross certain lines.

By the end, this episode is exactly what Retro Wrestling w/Gene Jackson does best: it brings back a name fans remember, fills in the story behind the character, and gives a performer who hasn’t been heard from enough the chance to explain how it all happened in his own words.

For fans of Memphis Wrestling, CWA, Continental Wrestling, Jerry Lawler, Jerry Jarrett, Jeff Jarrett, Lance Russell, Dave Brown, Bill Dundee, Jamie Dundee, Eddie Gilbert, Missy Hyatt, Maxx Payne, the Samoans, and unforgettable old school managers who could make fans mad enough to jam a TV station switchboard, this episode is required listening.

Brother Ernest Angel may have only been around for a short time.

But brother, he made every minute count.

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Retro Wrestling w/Gene Jackson Ep. 62: Ozark Mountain Wrestling Deep Dive Part 3 w/Brian Tramel

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-08 | On Episode #62 of Retro Wrestling w/Gene Jackson, Gene Jackson is joined once again by Brian Tramel for Part Three of the deep dive into Ozark Mountain Wrestling, the Jonesboro, Arkansas based promotion that somehow managed to be local, outlaw adjacent, surprisingly ambitious, deeply personal, and connected to the dying days of the territory system all at the same time.

This final chapter picks up with BT admitting that even he thought Ozark Mountain Wrestling was pretty much done after 1995 only to find out through the research that Bert Prentice and company kept running well into 1996, changed directions, crossed paths with USWA, and eventually morphed toward North American All-Star Wrestling and later Music City Wrestling.

The centerpiece of this episode is the realization that Ozark Mountain Wrestling didn’t just vanish after its biggest Jonesboro show. BT explains that the promotion kept running through 1996, drew real money in certain towns, worked with USWA talent, and eventually became tangled up with the same late territory Memphis ecosystem that Gene and Robb have been covering in the USWA lawsuit series.

The episode also has plenty of classic BT side roads: Dirty Little Dave, outlaw shows in Arkansas, a dirt-floor dressing room, Reggie Montgomery, flea market wrestling, small town pizza economics, local promoters fighting over the same tiny audience, and BT’s own idea for a Jonesboro wrestling venue that would have mixed weekly wrestling with YouTube style distribution and event rentals.

By the end, Part Three becomes less about wrapping up a failed little promotion and more about understanding one of the last strange branches of the territory era. Ozark Mountain Wrestling started as this quirky Jonesboro project built around Bert Prentice, Colorado Kid, local Arkansas talent, and borrowed names but it lasted longer than expected, drew better than expected in spots, crossed paths with USWA, and helped bridge the gap between dying territory wrestling and the independent scene that followed.

For fans of Ozark Mountain Wrestling, Bert Prentice, Colorado Kid, Jonesboro wrestling, USWA, Bill Dundee, Jerry Lawler, Brian Christopher, Bull Pain, Dirty Little Dave, Future Shock, Cactus Jack, Missy Hyatt, Music City Wrestling, and weird little pieces of wrestling history that almost slipped through the cracks, this is the one that ties it all together.

Ozark Mountain Wrestling wasn’t dead after 1995.

It was just getting weirder.

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Rick Del Santos Classic Wrestling Talk with Roger Sartain from Deep South Wrestling & More!

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-08 | On this episode of Rick Del Santo’s Classic Wrestling Talk Podcast, Rick welcomes Roger Sartain for a deep conversation about Roger’s life in and around professional wrestling, from growing up on the Nick Gulas territory, to breaking into the business in Alabama, working Deep South Wrestling, Southern Championship Wrestling, independent shows across Georgia and Tennessee, and crossing paths with a long list of familiar names from old school wrestling.

Roger starts at the beginning, talking about watching wrestling as a child with his grandfather and being hooked by stars like Jackie Fargo, Len Rossi, and Tojo Yamamoto. He also remembers the early Gulas territory names who influenced him, including Bobby Eaton and Arvil Hutto, and explains how that childhood fandom eventually turned into a real desire to get into the wrestling business himself.

The Deep South Wrestling material is especially interesting because Roger explains that he was originally brought along by Richard, only to be asked to referee on TV when another referee didn’t show up. He had never refereed before, but Bill Harris told him he would be fine, and Roger stepped in wearing black slacks, boots, and a referee shirt he happened to have with him.

Roger also gives a lot of credit to the people who helped shape him, especially Jody Hamilton and the Deep South crew. By his own admission, Roger already knew moves and could take bumps before he got there, but Deep South helped teach him how to actually work. That distinction is one of the strongest takeaways from the whole interview.

There’s also plenty of good old-school name discussion. Roger talks about Randy Rose, Wildcat Wendell Cooley, Bullet Bob Armstrong, Action Mike Jackson, Tom Zenk, Terry Gordy, Jack Victory, Rip Morgan, Ricky Morton, Robert Gibson, and Jimmy Powell. Some stories are funny, some are blunt, and some are just good examples of what it was like to work independent wrestling in that era.

By the end, this episode feels like exactly what Classic Wrestling Talk does best: giving a platform to someone who may not be a household name to every modern fan, but who lived the business, worked with major names, learned from veterans, traveled the roads, and came away with stories worth preserving.

For fans of Deep South Wrestling, Nick Gulas territory wrestling, Southern Championship Wrestling, Alabama and Georgia independent wrestling, Roger Sartain, Richard Sartain, Jody Hamilton, Bill Harris, Mickey Henry, Randy Rose, Wildcat Wendell Cooley, Bullet Bob Armstrong, Rock ’n’ Roll Express, Action Mike Jackson, Terry Gordy, Jack Victory, Rip Morgan, and real old school wrestling conversations, this episode is a great listen.

Roger Sartain may not have chased the national spotlight.

But he lived the life, learned the business, and earned the stories.

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Beyond Wrestling w/Robb Ep. 11 - The USWA Lawsuits Part 3 w/special guest Tony Myers

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-08 | On Episode #11 of Beyond Wrestling w/Robb, Robb Helt and Gene Jackson return to the Neutral Corner Lounge for Part Three of the ongoing look at the USWA/XL Sports/Larry Burton/Jerry Lawler/Jerry Jarrett legal mess but this time, they aren’t just working from court documents, timelines, and educated guesses. They’re joined by Tony Myers, who was actually around the USWA during the final stretch, hauled the ring, worked as enhancement talent, saw the backstage atmosphere firsthand, and was even subpoenaed for deposition in the case.

Tony makes it clear right away that he wasn’t trying to paint himself as a major player in the office. He describes himself as the lowest man on the totem pole, the guy holding and hauling the ring but that’s exactly what makes his perspective so valuable. He was close enough to see the weirdness, hear the arguments, run the errands, deal with the money cuts, watch the locker room react, and later get dragged into the legal side of the fallout, without having a need to cover his own ass like many of the players would feel the need to.

The biggest difference in this episode is that Tony Myers lived inside the chaos. Parts One and Two laid out the legal structure and the confusing sale story, but Tony gives the story real insight and context: the boys refusing to sign merchandise papers, Lawler trying to calm everybody down, Burton treating Memphis TV like a movie set, pay getting cut, ring crew problems, and the constant feeling that nobody really knew who was in charge anymore.

But the episode isn’t just legal talk. Actually, some of the best moments are Tony’s Memphis stories: Jamie Dundee impressions, Billy Joe Travis tales, Admiral Benbow misery, Jackie and Luna coming to blows in the dressing room, Viscera calling Larry Burton, and believe it or not, a touching story about Brian Christopher and Jamie Dundee that nearly gets everyone on the screen emotional.

By the end, Robb sums up the key takeaway: Tony’s stories may be wild, funny, and all over the place, but they also support the larger point that the USWA’s final days were even messier than the paperwork could ever make them look.

For fans of USWA, Memphis Wrestling, Jerry Lawler, Jerry Jarrett, Larry Burton, XL Sports, Mark Selker, Tony Myers, Downtown Bruno, Jamie Dundee, Brian Christopher, Bill Dundee, Dave Brown, Corey Maclin, wrestling lawsuits, tape trading, and the real behind-the-scenes wreckage of the last territory, this one is required listening.

Part Three isn’t just about the lawsuit.

It’s about what the collapse looked like from someone on the inside.

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Unfiltered Wrestling History: Gene Jackson Joins Get Your Bell Rung with K.G. Landry

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-08 | On this episode of Get Your Bell Rung Pro Wrestling Podcast, host K.G. Landry welcomes Gene Jackson, wrestling author, podcaster, play by play announcer, archivist, and founder of the Retro Wrestling Archive, for a long form conversation about preserving the pieces of wrestling history that too often fall through the cracks. K.G. opens the episode by putting over Gene’s mission: tracking down forgotten names, territory stories, old footage, newspaper clippings, photos, memories, and the people who helped build wrestling outside the biggest spotlight.

This isn’t a standard “what was your favorite match?” interview. K.G. and Gene dig into why wrestling history matters, how much has already been lost, and why the stories of journeymen, managers, referees, announcers, promoters, photographers, TV crews, and local territory stars deserve to be preserved right alongside the legends.

A quick sidebar, at the beginning of the interview, K.G. referred to Gene as a historian. After the interview, “off air”, Gene said, he didn’t set out to become a “historian”, he admitted he has come to HATE that term and insists that he’s doesn’t like being referred to as a “historian” simply because too many people in the “pro wrestling nostalgia podcast space” in recent years have proclaimed themselves “historians” or have been christened with the title by other people, when they are basically, “just wrestling fans who watched a lot of wrestling and bought a couple of Feinstein’s Shoot Interview tapes. When pressed about details on topics they proclaim to be a “historian” of, most don’t really know s***. They know surface level information from memory, but they aren’t “studying” anything or recording any “history”, they just think it looks cool on their bio. I do a TON of research for my articles and “deep dive” shows and could justify calling myself a “historian” if I wanted to, but at this point, in my mind the title is sorta tainted. But that’s just me, I’m a bit of an a**hole, so it’s probably good we aren’t recording this.” Sorry, it’s a fun take, I had to work that in somewhere, back to the actual interview.

The strongest thread of the episode is Gene’s explanation of how the Retro Wrestling Archive grew out of genuine fandom. He was a fan who loved Memphis, Continental, Mid South, tape trading, obscure footage, and the kind of wrestlers who might not show up on every “greatest ever” list but still mattered to the people who watched them every week.

The Eddie Gilbert discussion is a major highlight. Gene talks about starting the book years earlier, shelving it out it for a number of reasons, then eventually connecting with Doug at the perfect time. What makes that story so meaningful is that the final book was able to include voices like Lance Russell, Jerry Jarrett, Eddie and Doug’s parents, and a few other whom would not have been available if the project had started from scratch years two years ago.

The interview also gets into Gene’s philosophy as an interviewer. He talks about avoiding the same recycled questions, only interviewing people he has a genuine interest in talking to, and listening closely enough to follow up on their answer instead of just moving to the next pre-written question on a list. K.G. connects with that immediately, because Get Your Bell Rung is built around those same deeper, more personal conversations.

By the end, the episode becomes as much about purpose as it is about wrestling. Gene explains that if one of his shows makes someone’s week better, introduces a fan to a wrestler they didn’t know, or helps keep a forgotten story alive, then the work matters. That’s the heart of the Retro Wrestling Archive, and it lines up perfectly with K.G.’s own mission of giving wrestlers a place to tell the parts of their story that most interviews skip.

For fans of Retro Wrestling Archive, Get Your Bell Rung, Memphis Wrestling, Continental Wrestling, Mid South Wrestling, Eddie Gilbert, Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Wolfie D, Jamie Dundee, forgotten territory names, and real conversations about why wrestling history is worth saving, this episode is a must listen.

This is unfiltered wrestling history.

And Gene Jackson is still chasing the stories before they disappear.

THE WTF NEWS DESK: AUGUST 2026

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-08 | It’s time for a new episode of “Shootin’ The Shiznit.” Brian Tramel brings you “THE WTF News Desk.”

BT brings you an insider's perspective to the bizarre happenings in the
squared circle and the octagon. From outlandish storylines to mind-bending maneuvers, THE WTF News Desk is your go-to source for all things unconventional in the fight world.

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Rollin Into Mempho Awards Show Special: 11/30/21

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-07 | It’s time for a special edition “Shootin’ The Shiznit” with “Rollin’ Into Mempho.” Brian Tramel is joined by RynoJB to review Championship Wrestling from Memphis for Awards Show Special in their quick RT format ! They answer the following questions about the show:

-Hits?

-Misses?

-MVP??

-What do they want to see on next week’s show?

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RWR Power Pro Wrestling Podcast Ep. 21 (9/5/98) “Caged & Confused”

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-06 | On Episode #21 of the RWR Power Pro Wrestling Podcast, Gene Jackson, Robb Helt, and Brian Tramel go LIVE on a Saturday morning for another trip back into Memphis Power Pro Wrestling and this one starts with a little Facebook heat, a big Retro Wrestling Archive announcement, and then slides straight into one of the wildest, messiest, most “1998 Memphis” episodes they’ve covered yet.

Before the Power Pro chaos even begins, the guys address a critic who didn’t quite understand the concept of a watch-along podcast, Robb fires back in true Texas Bunch fashion, and Gene announces that Retro Wrestling Archive is joining WSN+, with shows coming to Roku, Fire TV, Google TV, mobile apps, on-demand viewing, and a 24/7 Retro Wrestling Archive stream.

By the end, the weekly wrap-up says it all. Robb’s hit is “the show ending,” Gene’s miss is the cage segment going too far, and BT’s hit is Randy being in the cage and Lawler tipping him over. Everybody agrees this episode is messy, but there’s also something weirdly addictive about it. Power Pro may not be good every week, but it sure isn’t boring.

Basically, Episode #21 is a perfect example of why this show works. The Power Pro episode itself is all over the place, but Gene, Robb, and BT turn the madness into the real main event with live comments, inside Memphis context, random sidebars, great one liners, and enough late 90s wrestling absurdity to make you question whether anybody in that studio knew where the brakes were.

And somehow, that’s the charm……but, hey…..it’s not for everybody.

RWR Continental Wrestling Podcast Ep. 14 (11/9/85) “Chicken Suits, Pink Belts & Masked Men”

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-06 | ***WATCHALONG WITH GENE & ROBB AT THIS LINK***
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On Episode #14 of the RWR Continental Wrestling Podcast, Gene Jackson and Robb Helt head back into Continental Championship Wrestling as 1985 starts winding down and the territory begins setting the table for what should be a very interesting 1986. Gene points out that 1985 has already delivered plenty, especially the Nightmares versus Rich Cousins but there’s a feeling that Continental is starting to pick up steam as the year heads toward the finish line.

This week’s episode has better video quality, solid audio, and a lot happening: a loser leaves town lights out issue with The Bullet and Jimmy Golden, a hot tag title match between the Nightmares and the Rich Cousins, the continuing weirdness of Adrian Street, Miss Linda, and Norvell Austin, and the setup for upcoming TV Title Tournament finals and the much hyped Austin Idol vs. Exotic Adrian Street dream match.

By the end of the episode, Gene and Robb both seem encouraged by where Continental is going. The Nightmares/Riches feud is working, Adrian Street is tremendous television, the Bullet angle still has juice, and 1986 is starting to look like the year where this podcast may really hit its stride.

Episode #14 is a good one: better footage, better pacing, a strong tag title change, Linda in disguise, two Bullets, chicken suit humiliation, and Gordon Solie standing behind what is apparently a literal bar!

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Memphis Power Pro Wrestling Episode #30 : November 7, 1998

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-05 | (WWF sends in developmental talent, this is first day for that talent)
Highlights of last week
Hales Interview
Young Guns Title: Kid Wikkid vs Erin O'Grady
*Street Fight* Brandon Baxter vs Randy Hales (Vic Grimes debuts and attacks Baxter)
Shawn Stasiak, Baldo and Vic Grimes Debut (Randy Hales new Syndicate is formed)
*Boomerang on a Pole Match* Bill Dundee vs Ashley Hudson
Brandon Baxter is taken away in an Ambulance
Shawn Stasiak vs Lance Jade

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Memphis Power Pro Wrestling Episode #29: October 31, 1998

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-05 | Wrestlers in Costume come out--Matches in Costume, losers have to unmask-winners advance to Masquerade Maul
Gravedigger and Dr. Frank vs Killer Clown and Gene Simmons
President Clinton vs The Bulldog
Freddy and Leatherface vs Popeye and Batman
Randy Hales Interview--Brandon Baxter tars and feathers
The Snowman vs The Wolfman
Masquerade Maul-Elimination match for the championship
Batman, Wolfman, Popeye, Bulldog, Dr. Frank, Killer Clown, President Clinton, GraveDigger

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Memphis Power Pro Wrestling Episode #28: October 24, 1998

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-05 | Highlights from last week
Ashley Hudson vs Streak
Lance Jade vs Derrick King
Sid Interview
Sid and POB segment--give Hales' thugs lashings
Bill Dundee Interview
Kid Wikkid vs Bill Dundee
Rex King/Randy Hales Interview
Jerry Lawler vs Rex King
Parking Lot Brawl at the end

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Memphis Power Pro Wrestling Episode #27: October 17, 1998

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-05 | Randy Hales Interview-Introduces Carl Leduc-Lawler attacks
Bulldog Raines vs Streak
Brandon Baxter Interview
Randy Hales Interview
Lance Jade & Blade vs Master B and Brian Christopher
Hales/Dundee Interview, calls out the young talent (GREAT!!!!!!)
4 Corners Match:
Derrick King vs Bill Dundee vs Kid Wikkid vs Ashley Hudson
Coward Waves the Flag: Rex King w/Hales vs Jerry Lawler w/Dundee

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Memphis Power Pro Wrestling Episode #26: October 10, 1998

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-05 | Show #26: October 10, 1998
Highlights of Settle the Score
Sid/POB Arrival
Randy Hales interview—introduces Hawk from LOD—Hawk Interview
Bulldog Raines and Billy Joe Travis vs Lance Jade and Streak
Brandon Baxter/Stacy Interview—Randy Hales interrupts and insults Baxter and his family. Baxter attacks Hales, then Baxter gets jumped by Billy Joe Travis—BB gets put in the dumpster
Bill Dundee Interview
Ashley Hudson & Kid Wikkid vs Bill Dundee & Derrick King
Sid Interview
Jerry Lawler Interview
Chicago Street Fight: Jerry Lawler vs Road Warrior Hawk

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The Corey Maclin USWA 1/18/92 - Oh Boy/Oh Man/I Tell Ya SUPERCUT!

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Dr. Tom Prichard/Miss Texas vs. Eric Embry/CJ Hightlights + Promo - USWA TV 1/11/92

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Tony Falk introduces Miss Jennifer - USWA TV 1/11/92

USWA MID-SOUTH COLISEUM CARD FOR 1/13/92

The Moondogs w/Richard Lee beat the hell out of two guys - USWA TV 1/11/92

Brian Christopher w/Eric Embry vs. Bart Sawyer Highlights - USWA TV 1/11/92

Brian Christopher vs. Tony Williams Boxing Match Highlights + Promo w/Embry - USWA TV 1/11/92

Rollin Into Mempho Episode #40: 11/27/21

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | It’s time for a special edition “Shootin’ The Shiznit” with “Rollin’ Into Mempho.” Brian Tramel is joined by RynoJB to review Championship Wrestling from Memphis for Episode 40 in their quick RT format ! They answer the following questions about the show:

-Hits?

-Misses?

-MVP??

-What do they want to see on next week’s show?

-THUMBS UP or THUMBS DOWN?

They reviewed this episode !
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Kit Parsons: Backstage with Tracy Smothers #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | An 18-year-old's unforgettable backstage encounter with wrestling legend Tracy Smothers. A half-hour of stories, both expected and unexpected, that made a lasting impression. #WrestlingLegends #TracySmothers #WrestlingHistory #Backstage

Hilarious Heel Wrestler Fails to Realize Hes a Bad Guy! #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | There's comedy in a wrestler playing the heel, especially when they're a bit clueless. 'Why don't you all love me?' The self-unaware bad guy is always a hit. #WrestlingFails #ComedyGold #BadGuy #FunnyMoments

Outlaw show chaos: top-turnbuckle dives onto a wood floor

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | Witness the most extreme and chaotic moments from the outlaw show, where daredevils take it to the next level with top-turnbuckle dives onto a wood floor. Get ready for heart-stopping action, intense thrill, and a rush of adrenaline as these fearless performers push the limits of human endurance. With their death-defying stunts and reckless abandon, they will keep you on the edge of your seat, wondering what's next. Watch as they soar through the air, performing breathtaking top-turnbuckle dives that will leave you gasping in awe. The outlaw show is not for the faint of heart, but for those who crave the ultimate thrill and are willing to take the risk. Join us as we showcase the most insane and jaw-dropping moments from this unforgettable event.

The Untold Story of Len Dentons Portland Wrestling Revival 📚 #wrestlingstories

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | Discover the incredible story of how Len Denton brought Portland Wrestling back to life. This video takes a deep dive into the history of Portland Wrestling and the significant role Len Denton played in its revival. From its humble beginnings to its current status, learn about the challenges and triumphs that Len Denton faced in reviving this beloved sport. With exclusive insights and interviews, this documentary is a must-watch for any wrestling fan. Get ready to be inspired by the determination and passion of Len Denton as he worked tirelessly to revive Portland Wrestling. Watch now to learn more about this amazing story of perseverance and dedication.

How Rich Patterson Saved Buddy Rose’s Tapes from the Trash

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | Discover the fascinating story of how Rich Patterson saved Buddy Rose's tapes from the trash, preserving a piece of wrestling history. In this video, we delve into the remarkable tale of how Patterson rescued the tapes, which contained valuable footage of Buddy Rose's career, and explore the significance of this rescue. Learn about the importance of preserving wrestling history and the role that Rich Patterson played in saving these irreplaceable tapes. Get ready to dive into the world of professional wrestling and uncover the story behind Buddy Rose's tapes.

Kerry Von Erich tries his best to do a promo - WCCW 1983

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | Watch as Kerry Von Erich steps up to the microphone in this classic 1983 clip from World Class Championship Wrestling. Kerry, known for his charismatic in-ring presence, attempts to cut a promo that will leave the crowd cheering. With his signature style and charm, Kerry Von Erich tries his best to deliver a memorable performance. This vintage footage is a must-see for all wrestling fans, offering a glimpse into the early days of Kerry's career and the WCCW era. Get ready to witness a piece of wrestling history as Kerry Von Erich takes center stage, doing his best to entertain and captivate the audience.

How World Class changed wrestling cameras and sound

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | Discover the revolutionary impact of World Class on the world of wrestling, particularly in the areas of camera work and sound design. This video explores the innovative approaches World Class introduced, transforming the way wrestling matches were captured and presented to audiences. From new camera angles to enhanced sound effects, learn how these changes elevated the overall viewing experience and set a new standard for the sport. With insightful commentary and rare behind-the-scenes footage, this documentary is a must-watch for wrestling fans and anyone interested in the evolution of sports broadcasting. Get ready to relive the excitement of World Class wrestling and understand its lasting influence on the industry.

Tony Myers: Old Jamie Dundee quotes and one-liners

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | Get ready for a blast from the past as we take a trip down memory lane with Tony Myers, exploring some of the most iconic and hilarious Old Jamie Dundee quotes and one-liners that still have us laughing to this day. From his witty comebacks to his sarcastic remarks, we'll dive into the world of Jamie Dundee and revisit some of the most memorable moments that have become ingrained in our pop culture. Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering the humor of Jamie Dundee, this video is sure to bring back nostalgic feelings and have you quoting along with Tony Myers. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the comedic genius of Old Jamie Dundee quotes and one-liners.

Retro Wrestling w/Gene Jackson Ep. 61: The Rich History of Portland Wrestling w/Rich Patterson

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | On Episode #61 of Retro Wrestling w/Gene Jackson, Gene sits down with Rich Patterson, the man Gene calls the owner of the closest thing there is to a true Portland Wrestling Archive, for a deep conversation about Don Owen’s Portland territory, Buddy Rose’s tape collection, lost footage, territory preservation, Billy Jack Haynes, Rip Oliver, Frank Bonnema, Don Coss, Tom Peterson commercials, Roddy Piper, Chris Colt, Len Denton, and why Portland Wrestling deserves far more respect in the history of the wrestling business.

This episode serves as both a Portland Wrestling history lesson and a launch primer for the new Retro Wrestling Re-View Portland Wrestling Patreon watchalong series with Gene Jackson and “The Grizzled Vet” Michael McCurdy. Gene explains that, growing up in Mississippi and Alabama, he mostly knew Portland through wrestling magazines and traded VHS tapes and his knowledge was mostly limited to the Billy Jack heel turn, some random angles, and scattered footage but Rich’s hard drive opened the door to a much bigger world.

The heart of the episode is the story of Buddy Rose’s tape collection. Buddy started recording Portland Wrestling in 1977, saved hundreds of tapes, and preserved footage that easily could have disappeared forever. The preservation talk is tremendous. Rich tells Gene about the old Quasar tapes, the machine he had to track down, the repairs, the mold damage, and the thrill of finally finding rare Lonnie “Moondog” Mayne footage. Look, for wrestling fans who care about territory history, this is the good stuff. It’s not just “some guy has tapes.” It’s a rescue mission for an entire piece of territory wrestling history.

Basically, this is one of those conversations where every name opens another door. Buddy Rose leads to Piper. Piper leads to Don Owen. Don Owen leads to Tom Peterson. Billy Jack leads to Rip Oliver. Rip Oliver leads to Santa Claus with a crowbar. Frank Bonnema leads to the whole feel of Portland television. And before long, you realize Portland wasn’t some forgotten minor stop, it was a real, long running, talent rich territory that helped shape a lot of the wrestling people still talk about today.

For fans of Portland Wrestling, Don Owen, Buddy Rose, Roddy Piper, Billy Jack Haynes, Rip Oliver, Lonnie Mayne, Frank Bonnema, Tom Peterson, Chris Colt, Len Denton, Art Barr, Scotty the Body, “Mean” Mike Miller, Dave Sierra, Ed Wiskowski, and the lost footage that keeps territory wrestling alive, this episode is required listening.

Portland Wrestling may not have gotten the magazine covers.

But thanks to Rich Patterson, it didn’t get erased.

As mentioned on the show, if you would like to purchase one of Rich's hard drives featuring 500+ hours of Portland Wrestling, you can contact him via email at portlandwrestlingvideo@yahoo.com

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Huge Pop Entertainment Presents....Drop The Mic w/Rocky Della Serra

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | On this episode of Huge Pop Entertainment Presents…Drop the Mic, Rocky Della Serra steps into the spotlight for a wide open wrestling conversation packed with stories, personality, and the kind of behind the scenes perspective fans of old school wrestling love.

This episode brings the energy of a classic wrestling talk show: honest memories, locker room style conversation, reflections on the business, and the kind of unpredictable stories that make interviews like this worth hearing from start to finish. Whether you know Rocky from his time around the wrestling scene or you’re hearing his story for the first time, this is a chance to sit back and enjoy a conversation that goes wherever the memories take it.

For fans of classic wrestling interviews, road stories, personalities from the territory and independent wrestling world, and the growing lineup of shows under the Retro Wrestling Archive Podcast Network, this edition of Drop the Mic is another fun listen from Huge Pop Entertainment Presents…

Because sometimes the best wrestling stories don’t come from the main event.

Sometimes they come when somebody finally gets handed the mic.

Flamethrower Power: 45-Foot Flames, Legal to Own! #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | Experience the raw power of a backyard flamethrower. This device unleashes a 45-foot flame for 5 minutes straight, fueled by a mix of kerosene and gasoline. Prepare to be amazed by this incredible display. #Flamethrower #FireProjector #DIYGadget #ExtremeTech

From Stardom to Serenity: Beating Addiction & Finding Life #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-04 | Beyond the roar of the crowd, the hardest fight is leaving it all behind. Addiction, identity, and finding life after WrestleMania. A journey many don't survive. #Wrestling #AddictionRecovery #LifeAfterWrestling #MentalHealth #Resilience

RWR WCCW Podcast Ep. 10 (1/22/83) Bundy, Kabuki, & the Freebird Fallout

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-03 | ***WATCHALONG WITH ROBB & SCOTTIE AT THE LINK BELOW***
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On Episode #10 of the Retro Wrestling Re-View WCCW Podcast, Robb Helt and Scottie Wince aka “Texas Bunch” jump back into World Class Championship Wrestling for the first televised fallout after Christmas Star Wars 1982. After covering the night Terry Gordy slammed the cage door on Kerry Von Erich and lit the fuse on the Freebirds/Von Erichs war, this episode picks up on January 22, 1983 with WCCW already feeling hotter, sharper, and more historically important than anything the guys have watched so far.

Right away, Robb points out that there appear to be two missing shows between Christmas Star Wars and this episode, but the TV presentation itself suggests World Class may have taken time off or skipped ahead, because Bill Mercer is still heavily recapping what happened at Reunion Arena. Either way, the story direction is clear: Kerry Von Erich has seen the footage, David Manning has opinions about Michael Hayes, Terry Gordy is already hated, and the Freebirds/Von Erichs feud is officially underway.

The main story is the fallout from Kerry Von Erich vs. Ric Flair. Kerry sits down with Bill Mercer, watches the cage match footage, and explains that he doesn’t remember everything clearly after the cage door smashed him in the head. The key point is simple: in Kerry’s mind, Michael Hayes and Terry Gordy cost him the NWA World Heavyweight Title, and now the Von Erichs have a score to settle!

By the end, Robb and Scottie are clearly more excited about where the podcast is headed. The work is better, the crowd is hotter, the Freebird/Von Erich story has direction, Gordy feels like a killer, and World Class is finally becoming the promotion everyone talks about when they talk about 1980s Texas wrestling.

Get ready for a wild ride!

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Lance Jades Nashville Debut: Learning From a Legend! #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-03 | My humble beginnings on tour in Nashville, learning from the incredibly patient Paul Diamond. I owe so much to his guidance during that formative time. #NashvilleMusic #TourLife #MusicEducation #LearningCurve

Stone Cold Steve Austin REMEMBERED My Name! #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-03 | From early UFC crossovers to a legendary meet-and-greet with Stone Cold Steve Austin, relive some truly iconic moments in wrestling history. These encounters left a lasting impression. #WrestlingLegends #StoneColdSteveAustin #UFC #ProWrestling #Memorabilia

Dont Be a Mark: Childhood Lessons on Money & Frugality #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-03 | Growing up, I never went to concerts or movies. My dad thought I'd be a 'mark' in the wrestling business, but really, he was just too cheap to buy a ticket. #WrestlingStories #ChildhoodMemories #DadStories #ProWrestling

Beautiful Bobby Eaton: The Kindest Heel in Wrestling #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-02 | Bobby Eaton was more than a legend in the wrestling ring; he was a kind soul who never forgot his roots. A true hero who inspired many. #BobbyEaton #Wrestling #Legend #ProWrestling #Tribute

RWR USWA Podcast Ep. 117 (1-11-92) Rest in Pain

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-02 | On Episode #117 of the Retro Wrestling Re-View USWA Podcast, the gang continues into the second week of the 1992 USWA season with the January 11th episode of USWA Championship Wrestling and this one is all about Corey Maclin flying solo, Brian Christopher finally taking the full heel plunge, Eric Embry spreading his influence all over the show, and the “International Roughnecks” a.k.a the Moondogs making Corey lose his mind on live television.

The boys kick things off with some network business, new joke sponsor shirts, and a teaser of Corey Maclin absolutely coming unglued later in the show while trying to deal with Richard Lee and the Moondogs. From there, the episode jumps into the fallout from Brian Christopher’s boxing match with Tony Williams, Bart Sawyer continuing the “Bartman” energy, Jeff Jarrett and Robert Fuller taking aim at the Moondogs, and Tony Falk introducing Miss Jennifer in a segment that goes sideways almost immediately.

Episode #117 feels like 1992 USWA is starting to find its direction. Brian Christopher has turned the corner, Eric Embry is suddenly everywhere…again, the Moondogs are getting more dangerous by the week, Robert Fuller is somehow working as a babyface, and Corey Maclin may need hazard pay if Richard Lee keeps bringing those “crazy fools” into the studio.

REST IN PAIN indeed.

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Rollin Into Mempho Episode #39: 11/20/21

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-02 | It’s time for a special edition “Shootin’ The Shiznit” with “Rollin’ Into Mempho.” Brian Tramel is joined by RynoJB to review Championship Wrestling from Memphis for Episode 39 in their quick RT format ! They answer the following questions about the show:

-Hits?

-Misses?

-MVP??

-What do they want to see on next week’s show?

-THUMBS UP or THUMBS DOWN?

They reviewed this episode !
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Wrestlings Dark Secret: Concussions & The 90s Culture #shorts

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-02 | The 90s wrestling scene fostered a culture where concussions were downplayed. This video explores the links between Charles Williams' wrestling injuries and potential CTE, shedding light on the challenges of diagnosing this condition. #CTE #WrestlingHistory #SportsConcussions #BrainHealth

Rick Del Santos Classic Wrestling Talk w/Maxx Payne

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-01 | On this episode of Rick Del Santo’s Classic Wrestling Talk, Rick sits down with Darryl Peterson, better known to wrestling fans as Maxx Payne and later Man Mountain Rock, for a wide ranging conversation about athletics, acting, amateur wrestling, Japan, Memphis, WCW, the WWF, music, and the long road from a rebellious kid in Utah to one of wrestling’s most unique heavy metal characters.

Maxx starts by going all the way back to his childhood love of sports. Before wrestling, he was a football fanatic, a basketball player, a shot-putter, a swimmer, a baseball kid, and eventually a serious amateur wrestler. He talks about clashing with a high school football coach, falling in love with wrestling after first hating it, and growing up in a household where watching sports with his father helped shape the rest of his life.

The strongest part of the interview may be the story of Takedown. Maxx explains that he ignored the early casting calls because he was focused on wrestling, then suddenly found himself reading for the role of Bobich. That movie didn’t just give him an acting credit it changed the direction of his life.

The Japan material is another highlight. Maxx talks about training with Red Bastien, heading to Japan with Chris Benoit, living in the New Japan dojo, doing the brutal daily workouts, and learning from veterans by asking what he did wrong instead of fishing for compliments. He also tells a very funny Dick Murdoch story after slipping off the ropes in Japan, with Murdoch advising him to take two weeks off and quit.

For Memphis fans, there’s some great material on how the Maxx Payne character started coming together. He talks about wanting to be the dark, heavy metal, Alice Cooper style monster of wrestling, then explains how Memphis was brutally hard but also one of the places where he truly learned the business. He gives Jerry Lawler a lot of credit, saying that working with Lawler was easy as long as you listened and knew when it was time to sell.

The WCW and music discussion is fascinating, too. Maxx says the guitar element truly took off in Germany after Dave Finlay and Rip Rogers told him to make it part of the act. That success helped lead to Bill Watts bringing him into WCW, where he debuted in early 1993 and played guitar at SuperBrawl. From there, he tried to create a band made up of wrestlers, with Brad Armstrong originally planned as the singer before Brian Armstrong stepped in.

The Man Mountain Rock section is blunt. Maxx says the WWF “de-rocked” him, that he should have pushed back harder creatively, and that the version of the character he wanted — black, white, skulls, heavy metal, and edge got softened into something he didn’t believe in. He also previews a documentary project using footage he shot during that period, which he says will show the behind the scenes tension from his point of view.

For fans of Maxx Payne, Man Mountain Rock, Memphis Wrestling, WCW, WWF New Generation, New Japan, Chris Benoit, Jerry Lawler, Bill Watts, Red Bastien, Brad Armstrong, Brian Armstrong, and wrestlers who tried to bring something completely different to the table, this episode is loaded.

Maxx Payne wasn’t just a big man with a guitar.

He was an athlete, actor, wrestler, musician, filmmaker, and one of those creative wrestling minds who may have been 30 years ahead of the room he was standing in.

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Beyond Wrestling Ep.10: The USWA & The Lawsuit That Killed Wrestlings Last Territory Part 2

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-09-01 | On Episode #10 of Beyond Wrestling w/Robb, Robb Helt returns to the Neutral Corner Lounge with Gene Jackson and special guest Scottie Wince of the RWR WCCW Podcast for Part Two of the deep dive into the sale of the USWA, Larry Burton, Jerry Lawler, XL Sports, Mark Selker, and the lawsuit heavy mess that helped bring down wrestling’s last true territory. After Part One ended with the merchandising problem, Part Two digs into the bigger sales pitch: Larry Burton’s three step plan and the part of the story that was never actually proven.

The heart of the episode is the difference between a plan and proof. Burton’s story only works if there is real value at the end of the rainbow — specifically, a WWF/Vince McMahon payday. But Robb makes the legal distinction clear: even if McMahon gave an opinion that the USWA might be worth six to eight million dollars, that is not the same thing as saying, “I will buy it for that price.”

That becomes the running theme of the episode: potential is not proof. Robb explains that in litigation, potential future value can quickly turn into speculative fiction if there’s no enforceable commitment, no completed deal, and no hard evidence showing that money was actually waiting on the other side.

Basically, this episode is about peeling back the legend and asking the questions that usually get skipped. Was Burton working Selker? Was Lawler & Burton working together to work Selker? Was Lawler working Burton? Did Burton every really meet with Vince McMahon? Did Burton actually believe he had found hidden syndication money? Did Jerry Jarrett see the storm coming and take the safest way out? And the most obvious question that Mark Selker apparently never asked, if the USWA really had a six to eight million dollar value, why didn’t Jerry Lawler simply sell it directly to Vince McMahon himself rather then sell to to them two million??

That’s the question that hangs over the whole thing.

For fans of USWA, Memphis Wrestling, Jerry Lawler, Jerry Jarrett, Larry Burton, XL Sports, Mark Selker, wrestling lawsuits, territory business, and the strange legal rabbit holes that swallowed up the final days of Memphis studio wrestling, Part Two is where the story gets even murkier.

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Get Your Bell Rung Podcast - Creating Mistakes, Finding Peace: VINCE RUSSO — TOTAL NONSTOP AGONY

The Retro Wrestling Archive 2026-08-31 | In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Get Your Bell Rung Pro Wrestling Podcast host KG Landry sits down with professional wrestling writer Vince Russo to discuss his book, Total Nonstop Agony: The Rise and Fall of TNA. But this is far more than a conversation about the wrestling business.

Russo opens up about some of the most difficult and personal chapters of his life, including the loss of his mother and friends such as Daffney. He discusses the emotional weight of grief, how those experiences changed his perspective, and what it means to find peace after devastating loss.

The conversation also turns to faith and how Russo's Christian beliefs have helped him navigate some of life's most difficult moments. He shares how his faith has given him perspective, purpose, and a different understanding of what truly matters.

While Total Nonstop Agony focuses heavily on Russo's time in TNA, he explains that professional wrestling was ultimately a job for him and a means of providing for his family. He discusses his frustrations with critics and the internet wrestling community, particularly those who treat scripted entertainment as something far more serious than he believes it should be.

Russo also speaks candidly about getting older, his concerns about cognitive decline and dementia because of his family history, and his determination to keep his mind active through writing. He discusses the possibility of eventually stepping away from the public eye and reflects on what he wants his life to mean beyond wrestling.

Throughout the interview, KG Landry and Vince Russo connect over shared experiences and the importance of family, health, faith, and recognizing what truly matters in life.

The conversation ultimately comes down to legacy. When Russo reflects on how he wants to be remembered, his answer is not about championships, television ratings, wrestling storylines, or professional accomplishments. He wants the people closest to him to remember one thing above everything else: how much he loved them.

This is Vince Russo like you've rarely heard him before. Honest, emotional, reflective, and completely personal.

Watch, listen, and join KG Landry and Vince Russo for a conversation that goes far beyond professional wrestling.