John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight
114 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 52 ratingsFor decades, the multi-faceted John Arezzi has enjoyed a career like no other - and his Long Island, New York-based pro wrestling radio show, “The Pro Wrestling Spotlight,” was one of the nation’s most popular sources for hot wrestling news and live guests from April,1989 through January, 1995. Now, the beloved radio show continues the tradition with “John Arezzi’s Pro Wrestling Spotlight” podcast!
The PWS podcast gives listeners the inside scoop about pro wrestling during one of its most controversial eras, reviews those shows in chronological order, with the guests, callers, and even the commercials that made the show what it was. Arezzi often brings on the guests that were featured 30 years ago on the original radio broadcasts, and throws a fresh coat of paint on the format by offering new commentary and expert analysis about classic wrestling that can’t be heard anywhere else.
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PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 60 - JANUARY 30TH 1993
February 02, 2023 11:00 - 1 hourOne of the episodes I am most proud of in the history of not only the podcast, but the entire history of Pro Wrestling Spotlight. On this episode we cover the 30th anniversary of the death of Andre The Giant, reviewing the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight from January 30th, 1993 which aired on 1440 AM - WNYG in Babylon NY. Joining me on the podcast to review that show is Jackie Bernard McCauley - the woman who with her late husband Frenchy Bernard, took care of Andre's ra...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 59 - JANUARY 23, 1993
January 27, 2023 17:00 - 1 hourHere is episode 59 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the January 23rd, 1993 PWS show. One of the weirdest shows to cover ever! 30 years ago John was in Philadelphia at the Legends of Wrestling convention, and Don Laible subs for him for the first 20 minutes, then John calls in from the convention, and we finish off with lots of Fred Blassie clips from the "I BITE THE SONGS" LP that Fred put out all those years ago! Host: John Arezzi Producer and Creative Director:...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 58 - JANUARY 16TH 1993
January 19, 2023 12:00 - 2 hoursHere is episode 58 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the radio show from January 16th, 1993. Patreon Executive Producer Joseph Holloway joins us on this episode. I begin the show by discussing the recent developments in the WWE, with Vince McMahon coming back to the company he founded, and the resignation of Stephanie McMahon from the company. The featured guests from 30 years ago include Paul E. Dangerously, coming on to defend and present his case, after being fired from WC...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 57 - JANUARY 2ND & JANUARY 9TH, 1993
January 12, 2023 11:00 - 2 hoursHere is episode 57 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the radio shows from January 2 and January 9th, 1993. Patreon Executive Producer Anthony Pires joins us on this episode. This is a DOUBLE episode - which is over 2 hours in length. The featured guests from 30 years ago include Wade Keller discussing what's ahead for wrestling and Vince McMahon in 1993 from the January 2 show, and Jesse The Body Ventura, who comes on to discuss his pending lawsuit with the WWF from the Janua...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 56 - TOP STORIES OF 1992
December 22, 2022 14:00 - 2 hoursBob Smith and I review some of the biggest news stories from the tumultuous year that was 1992. Stories covered include the Scandals, Ric Flair winning the WWF title, Smokey Mountain Wrestling, Vince Russo, and more! Host - John Arezzi Co-Host - Bob Smith Producer and Creative Director - Marsh Patreon Executive Producers: Anthony Pires and Joseph Holloway JOIN THE PATREON PAGE FOR THIS PODCAST AND EXPERIENCE 50 YEARS OF HISTORY FROM THE ARCHIVES OF WRESTLING HISTORIAN AND CO-AUTHOR OF THE BES...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 55 - DECEMBER 26TH 1992
December 02, 2022 03:00 - 1 hourHere is episode 55 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the original episode that aired on WNYG as "Pro Wrestling This Week" on December 26th, 1992. This episode is the last show of 1992, and is a pre-recorded show, as I was at a personal appearance with Davey Boy Smith and Jim Neidhart. Dave Meltzer is the featured guest, as we look back at the very eventful year, and we take a look ahead to 1993. We have a Don Laible News Capsule as well. Host - John Arezzi Co-Host Bob Smith...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 54 - DECEMBER 19TH 1992
November 18, 2022 03:00 - 1 hourHere is episode 54 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the original episode that aired on WNYG as "Pro Wrestling This Week" on December 19th, 1992. This episode takes a look back at PWS in part 1 of our year end review, with highlights featuring the Honky Tonk Man, Paul E Dangerously, Cactus Jack, Missy Hyatt and others. Don Laible's News Capsule, Phone calls, Christmas promos and more. Host - John Arezzi Co-Host Bob Smith Producer and Creative Director - Marsh Patreon Executiv...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 53 - DECEMBER 12TH 1992
November 11, 2022 03:00 - 1 hourHere is episode 53 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the original episode that aired on WNYG as "Pro Wrestling This Week" on December 12th, 1992. On this episode we feature part 2 of the "shoot" interview with The British Bulldog Davey Boy Smith. We also bring on The Living Legend Bruno Sammartino to promote a personal appearance. Don Laible's News Capsule, Phone calls, Christmas promos and more. Host - John Arezzi Co-Host Bob Smith Producer and Creative Director - Marsh Pat...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 52 - DECEMBER 5TH 1992
November 04, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourHere is episode 52 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the original episode that aired on WNYG as "Pro Wrestling This Week" on December 5th, 1992. Bob Smith, Marsh and I cover that show, which featured part 1 of the long awaited "shoot" interview with The British Bulldog, Davey Boy Smith, right after his departure from the WWF in the fall of 1992. We also cover the appearance of Sean "The Lightning Kid" Waltman. Plus Larry from L&S Comix is in the studio. Bruce Jacobs retu...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 51 - NOVEMBER 28TH, 1992
October 28, 2022 02:00 - 2 hoursHere is episode 51 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering November 28th, 1992 originally airing on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY. This show is a special show, with lots of vintage clips, callers and special guests. It is the one year anniversary of the podcast with Bob Smith as co-host. The first half of the show discusses SURVIVOR SERIES 1992 with our callers. Then, to honor Bob Smith, we go back in time to show #33 which features Bob's first time ever appearance on PWS. Special gue...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 50 - NOVEMBER 21ST, 1992
October 21, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourHere is episode 50 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering November 21st, 1992 originally airing on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY. This show features a guest appearance from the legendary Captain Lou Albano, who called in from a personal appearance from Farmingdale Lanes on Long Island, where John booked him to appear for a listener's son's birthday party! John also brings on WNYG Radio Host, Micky B, who reminisces about the time he introduced Albano to a young singer named Cyndi Lau...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 49 - NOVEMBER 14TH, 1992
October 14, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourHere is episode 49 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering November 14th, 1992 originally airing on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY. This show features the late HAWK from the Road Warriors as a guest, callers, commercials and more. We also cover the 2022 Cauliflower Alley Club Reunion in Vegas, where John co-emceed the event with Madusa and Mouth of the South, Jimmy Hart. Host - John Arezzi Co-Host Bob Smith Producer and Creative Director - Marsh Patreon Executive Producers: Jose...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 48 - NOVEMBER 7TH, 1992
October 07, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to episode 48 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering Pro Wrestling This Week, which originally aired on November 7th, 1992 on 1440 AM - WNYG in Babylon NY. Guests included NJ Promoter Dennis Corralluzzo, callers and more! We hope you enjoy the new direction, and let us know in the comments section. This show is the FIRST show with the new upgrades, and formatting, and now also available on YouTube youtube.com/prowrestlingspotlight Guests included NJ Promoter Dennis Corral...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT - PODCAST CHANGES AS OF OCTOBER 6TH 2022
September 30, 2022 02:00 - 4 minutesWe are undergoing some much needed upgrading and changes to the show and adding a fantastic video version of each new podcast for you and YouTube youtube.com/prowrestlingspotlight There will be NO new podcast this week. You will receive the new podcast and video version here next Sunday October 2nd, with the general public getting access on Thursday October 6th. I am currently in Vegas this week for the CAC Reunion - so I will be unavailable until my return on October 6th. The video show look...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 47 - OCTOBER 17TH, 1992
September 23, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourHere is episode 47 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight podcast, covering Pro Wrestling This Week, which aired on 1440, WNYG AM in Babylon NY on October 17th, 1992. On this show, we cover lots of breaking news from that week in 1992. From Donny Laible's news capsule, to the appearance of Dave Meltzer discussing the title loss by Ric Flair to Bret Hart, to the interview with HAWK from The Road Warriors/Legion of Doom - it is a jam packed show. Co-Host: Bob Smith Show Editor: Jay Farrar Pa...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 46 - OCTOBER 10TH 1992
September 15, 2022 13:31 - 1 hourHere is episode 46 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight podcast, covering Pro Wrestling This Week, which aired on 1440, WNYG AM in Babylon NY on October 10th, 1992. On this show, we feature the first EVER interview with TODD GORDON, who was just starting EASTERN CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING (ECW) on his new start up, his getting involved with wrestling backing Joel Goodhardt and their split up. A fascinating look back at what led to EXTREME CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING! Commercials, promo spots, cal...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 45 - OCTOBER 3, 1992
August 26, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 45 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review the October 3rd, 1992 edition of Pro Wrestling This Week, which originally aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, New York. We are joined by the one and only Paul E. Dangerously, who discusses his "vacation" from WCW (Bill Watts had sent him home), his upcoming charity event in NYC, and berates John for moving from WEVD back to WNYG. Classic Paul E! We also feature an interview that Donny Laible condu...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 44 - SEPTEMBER 26TH, 1992
August 19, 2022 02:00 - 2 hoursWelcome to Episode 44 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review the September 26th, 1992 editions of Pro Wrestling This Week, which originally aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, New York. We settle back in to WNYG for our extended stay there for the remainder of 1992 with a great guest, the one and only TERRY FUNK! The Funker goes over everything he has going on in his career, including returning to the ring. He also discusses his views on the Bill Watts run ...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 43 - SEPTEMBER 19TH, 1992
August 12, 2022 15:00 - 2 hoursWelcome to Episode 43 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review the September 19th, 1992 editions of The Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which originally aired on 1050 AM WEVD in NYC, and the first Pro Wrestling This Week show, with our return to 1440 AM WNYG The focus of both shows are the chaos that is becoming evident in the offices of the Bill Watts run WCW/NWA in 1992 and his attempts to renegotiate agreements with Brian Pillman, Rick Rude and others, trying to...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 42 - SEPTEMBER 12TH, 1992
August 05, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 42 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review the September 12, 1992 edition of The Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which originally aired on 1050 AM WEVD in NYC. This show featured special guest Cactus Jack, who discusses his recent injury and fills the fans in on what is going on with him and WCW/NWA in the Bill Watts era. We feature the news capsule by Donny Laible, John explains why the Wrestling Insiders was no more, announces a new agreement...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 41 - AUGUST 22, 1992
July 29, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 41 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review the August 22nd, 1992 edition of The Wrestling Insiders, the 2nd and final program, of the short lived nationally syndicated show distributed by the Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) and carried by 1050 AM WEVD in NYC. This show featured special guest THE HONKY TONK MAN as the call in guest for the final Wrestling Insiders show. Honky pulls no punches when discussing why he left WWF, and discuss...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 40 - AUGUST 15th, 1992
July 22, 2022 02:00 - 2 hoursWelcome to Episode 40 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review the August 15th, 1992 edition of The Wrestling Insiders, the debut of the short lived nationally syndicated show distributed by the Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) and carried by 1050 AM WEVD in NYC. This show featured Bruno Sammartino as the call in guest for the debut show. A myriad of technical issues are hammered out on the air, as well as a lot of strange national callers! It is a piece...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 39 - AUGUST 8TH, 1992
July 15, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 39 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review the August 8th, 1992 editions of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, broadcast from the studios of WEVD AM in New York City. This is an explosive show - with John Arezzi responding to a false report on the Coach Kurt (Schneider) wrestling line, which said that Bruno Sammartino, and a number of advertised guests for the upcoming Weekend of Champions Wrestling convention, would not be there! John also respo...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 38 - AUGUST 1, 1992
July 08, 2022 15:37 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 38 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review the August 1st, 1992 editions of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, broadcast from the studios of WEVD AM in New York City. The show brings on mainstream reporter Jeff Savage from the San Diego Tribune who discusses his feature article for Penthouse magazine, covering the WWF Scandals. It leads to a hilarious discussion with Bob Smith and Jay Farrer listening to John describe his first attempt at buying a ...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 37 - JULY 18TH AND 25TH, 1992
July 01, 2022 02:00 - 2 hoursWelcome to Episode 37 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review two episodes, including the July 18th and July 25th, 1992 editions of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, broadcast from the studios of WEVD AM in New York City. The July 18th show covers new sex allegations and an update on the ring boy scandals in the WWF with guest Lee Cole. The July 25th show features Special Guest, former WWF Women's Champion Wendy Richter, and Wade Keller of the Pro Wrestling Torch. ...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 36 - JULY 11TH, 1992
June 24, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 36 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we review the July 11th, 1992 edition of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, broadcast from the studios of WEVD AM in New York City with special in studio guest, Japanese reporter and legend Fumi Siato. The show covers the death of Nature Boy Buddy Rogers with a phone interview with Bobby Davis (who was Buddy's manager and lifelong friend). After the tribute Fumi and The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer discuss pr...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 35 - JUNE 20TH 1992
June 17, 2022 02:00 - 2 hoursWelcome to Episode 35 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! We cover the June 20th, 1992 edition of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, the night of the WCW Beach Blast PPV from Mobile, Alabama. That main event featured a falls count anywhere match between Sting and Cactus Jack. Cactus surprises us and calls in after his match! Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter also joins us and takes calls from our listeners. Co-Host: Bob Smith Show Editor: Jay Farrar Patreon Executive P...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 34 - JUNE 14, 1992
June 10, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 34 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This show covers the live remote from the world famous sports bar and "Gentlemen's Club" SCORES in New York City. In front of the PWS fans, John Arezzi welcomes WCW's Missy Hyatt, her boyfriend from the hit TV Show "The Wonder Years", Jason Hervey, wrestling reporter Alex Marvez, and Sean "The Lightning Kid" Waltman! It is one of the wildest shows in the history of the show! Missy is off the rails throughout the sh...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 33 - JUNE 7TH, 1992
June 03, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 33 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we cover the June 7th 1992 show, which originally aired on 1050 WEVD AM in NYC. Alex Marvez of the Miami Herald in our in studio guest, and Cactus Jack joins us on his birthday! Lots of phone calls from the listeners round out a truly entertaining episode! Co-Host: Bob Smith Show Editor: Jay Farrar Patreon Executive Producer: Jeremy Priest Copyright 2022: Mat Memories, LLC JOIN THE PATREON PAGE FOR THIS ...
PRO WRESTLING PODCAST EPISODE 32 - MAY 31, 1992
May 27, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 32 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we cover the May 31st, 1992 show, which originally aired on 1050 WEVD AM in NYC. Jim Ross from WCW is the featured guest on the show, giving his opinions of Bill Watts hiring as head of creative for the company, the new rule changes in the company under Watts, and takes calls from the listeners. A great episode with one of the prominent figures in the business at that time (and still is today). Host...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 31 - MAY 17, 1992
May 20, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to Episode 31 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! On this episode we cover the May 17th, 1992 show, which originally aired on 1050 WEVD AM in NYC. We cover the WCW Wrestle War show from earlier that evening, with Dave Meltzer and Wade Keller. Lots of calls, and new sponsors! We also go over the hiring of Bill Watts - after Kip Frey was let go. Host: John Arezzi Co-Host: Bob Smith Time Capsule with Donny Laible Show Editor: Jay Farrar Patreon Executive Producer: Jeremy...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 30 - MAY 10TH, 1992
May 13, 2022 13:42 - 1 hourWelcome to the 30th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the original broadcast which aired on Sunday May 10th, 1992. John is back at the WEVD Studios and is joined for the entire hour by WCW's THE Z MAN, TOM ZENK. Tom is featured in a very honest interview, which covers everything from the scandals of the WWF, to his leaving the organization, and WCW under Kip Fyre (who ironically gets fired two days after this interview takes place. Lots of callers,...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 29 - SEPTEMBER 4TH, 1994
May 06, 2022 02:00 - 2 hoursSince the Pro Wrestling Spotlight DID NOT AIR the week of May 3rd 1992- we are doing another BACK TO THE FUTURE look forward! We return to the regular format with the May 10, 1992 show! HERE IS THE 2nd OF the BACK TO THE FUTURE SHOWS - THIS ONE WITH SPECIAL GUESTS - DENNIS CORALUZZO, PAUL HEYMAN, AND SHANE DOUGLAS This show focused on the ECW Screw-job of the NWA that took place at the ECW Arena! An explosive show! THIS SHOW ORIGINALLY AIRED ON 1240 AM - WGBB on September 4, 1994 Host: John A...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 28 - FEBRUARY 27TH 1993 ULTIMATE WARRIOR SHOOT INTERVIEW
April 28, 2022 16:54 - 1 hourSince the Pro Wrestling Spotlight DID NOT AIR the weeks of April 26th and May 3rd - we are doing two episodes featuring a BACK TO THE FUTURE look forward! We return to the regular format with the May 10, 1992 show! HERE IS THE FIRST OF THOSE TWO BACK TO THE FUTURE SHOWS - THIS ONE WITH SPECIAL GUEST THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR! THIS SHOW ORIGINALLY AIRED ON WEVD AM ON FEBRUARY 27TH, 1993 Something to listen for -caller Brian from Long Beach (believed to be Brian Last!) Host: John Arezzi Co-Host: ...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 27 - APRIL 19, 1992
April 22, 2022 01:13 - 1 hourWelcome to the 27th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the original broadcast which aired on Sunday April 19th, 1992. John is back at the WEVD Studios on Easter Sunday 1992, and is joined for the entire hour by the one and only PAUL HEYMAN (PAUL E. DANGEROUSLY)! Paul discusses is new contract extension and his formation of the hot WCW faction - THE DANGEROUS ALLIANCE. Many callers are featured on this show, and Paul is at his obnoxious best through...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 26 - APRIL 12TH, 1992
April 15, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 26th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the LIVE remote from the Press Box Cafe in Brooklyn, NY which took place on Sunday April 12th, 1992. Joining John at the Press Box was special guest from WCW, Johnny B. Badd. Other notables there included the World Famous Power Twins, and Skull Von Kruss, along with a packed house of Arezzi fans! Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith Time Capsule with Donny Laible Show Editor: Jay Farrar Patreon Exec...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 25 - APRIL 5TH, 1992
April 08, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 25th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers WrestleMania VIII with Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer, Wade Keller of the Pro Wrestling Torch and Mat Watch's Steve Beverly. Also we continue to cover the Russo Arezzi breakup between partners Vince Russo and John Arezzi. Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith Time Capsule with Donny Laible Producer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" Robertson Patreon Executive Producers: Jeremy Priest & Matt Walsh Copy...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 24 - MARCH 29TH 1992
April 01, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 24th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the breakup between partners Vince Russo and John Arezzi. John with Bob Smith and Donny Laible go over the events leading up to this very public split. One of the toughest weeks in the career of John Arezzi as it relates to pro wrestling. Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith Time Capsule with Donny Laible Producer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" Robertson Creative Director: Marsh Patreon Executive Produ...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 23 - MARCH 22, 1992
March 25, 2022 02:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 23rd episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode features in studio appearances by WCW Ring Announcer Gary Michael Cappetta and Mike Omansky from World Wide Entertainment Marketing. Also call in guests from WCW, Johnny B. Badd and Marcus Alexander Bagwell. Lots of callers and more! It is the last week that John Arezzi and Vince Russo are partners, and the closing music to end the show is a bit ironic! Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith Time Capsule with D...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 22 - MARCH 15 1992
March 15, 2022 10:00 - 2 hoursWelcome to the 22nd episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will not be for everyone, so those who might be offended by the contents should not listen. We cover the 2 hour Pro Wrestling Spotlight broadcast of March 15th, 1992, which aired on 1510 AM WEVD. It covers the Sex Scandals unfolding in the WWF, and the episode reviews the show which took place the night before the Phil Donahue show. In studio guests include: Superstar Billy Graham, Barry Orton, and Dav...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 21 - THE ORIGINS OF PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT
March 11, 2022 03:00 - 2 hoursWelcome to the 21st episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will feature a deep dive into the Origin of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight with Co-Host Bob Smith and the one man wrestling encyclopedia, Don Laible! We cover the pro wrestling radio scene before the PWS - and the lighting of the spark that motivated John Arezzi to begin the show. We take you through the college days with some amazing vintage clips from 1975-76 on the original PWS from Grahm Jr. College in...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 20 - FEBRUARY 23RD, 1992
March 04, 2022 03:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 20th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode We cover the February 23rd, 1992 Pro Wrestling Spotlight Live WEVD AM Remote, from the Press Box Cafe in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY with Cactus Jack. Other performers there are The Power Twins, and Skull Von Krush. Special guest, Mick Foley joins us to review this episode with Bob Smith, Don Laible and Alex Robertson. Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith Time Capsule with Donny Laible Producer and Show Edito...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 19 - BEST OF CACTUS JACK WITH MICK FOLEY
February 25, 2022 00:34 - 1 hourWelcome to the 19th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will break our regular format - as we welcome special guest MICK FOLEY. We cover several appearances by Mick, as CACTUS JACK from his first appearance on the Spotlight, beginning in September, 1989 and running through January 12th, 1992 on WEVD. Mick hears these clips for the very first time and analyzes them with Bob Smith, Don Laible and John. September 17th, 1989 - Cactus Jack "Manson" is introduc...
PRO WRESTLING PODCAST EPISODE 18 - FEBRUARY 16TH, 1992
February 18, 2022 03:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 18th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on February 16th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY. This week we begin the podcast with an update on John Arezzi's ongoing battle with Covid 19 with Co-Host Bob Smith, Don Laible and Alex Robertson. Then we get into the look back at February 16th, 1992. Special featured guest was, the new executive in charge of WCW, Kip...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 17 - FEBRUARY 9TH, 1992
February 10, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 17th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on February 9th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY. Guests joining us include the one and only JIM CORNETTE, to discuss the release of the Best of The Midnight Express video tape, and answers questions from the PWS listeners. Don Laible has the news capsule. John, Bob, Alex and Don also discuss John's life as a promoter ...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 16 - FEBRUARY 2ND, 1992
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 16th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on February 2nd, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY. Our guest for the entire hour is JESSE THE BODY VENTURA, to discuss a wide variety of topics, including his going to WCW, Steroids, and much more. Jesse also answers the listeners many questions. A great episode! Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith Time Capsule with Donny La...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 15 - JANUARY 26TH, 1992
January 28, 2022 03:00 - 2 hoursWelcome to the 15th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on January 26th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY. A show which will be a little different! We go off topic for the first part of the show - when Author and head of Slam Wrestling, Greg Oliver joins us! Then Bob Smith, Donny Laible and John review the WEVD broadcast from January 1992. Donny Laible is in the studio ...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 14 - JANUARY 19TH, 1992
January 21, 2022 03:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 14th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on January 19th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY. Bob Smith, Donny Laible and John review the 3rd show on WEVD, and there is lot here! We begin with the news coverage of the 1992 Royal Rumble, won by the Nature Boy Ric Flair with a very cool open to the show. It is also headlined by the breaking news that Joel Goodhart g...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 13 - JANUARY 12th, 1992
January 14, 2022 03:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 13th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on January 12th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY. The 2nd show on WEVD features a follow up to the explosive debut from the previous week! Special guests include NY Post columnist, Phil Mushnick, who appears to discuss his coverage of the WWF Steroid Scandals, and his column from January 10th, 1992, which covered the ap...
PRO WRESTLING SPOTLIGHT EPISODE 12 - January 5th 1992
January 07, 2022 03:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 12th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on January 5th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY. On this episode 12 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, we review the original episode of the PWS from January 5th, 1992, which is the debut of the show on the 50,000 WATT AM Powerhouse in New York City, WEVD AM! And the debut is an explosive one! We kick o...