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Episode 269: Jimmy Snuka Throws Chairs
August 04, 2023 16:17 - 1 hour - 187 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we discuss the WWF of 40 years ago, in the Summer of 1983! On this week’s docket: –The WWF is on fire, routinely drawing $100,000 houses. –Tony Atlas returns to the WWF. Could he be Bob Backlund’s eventual replacement? –The dream feud of Jimmy Snuka vs Magnificent Muraco gets … Continue reading Episode 269: Jimmy Snuka Throws Chairs → The post Episode 269: Jimmy Snuka Throws Chairs appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 268: An Obstructive Wheelchair
July 28, 2023 15:44 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Barry Rose, and we discuss the scene at Championship Wrestling from Florida in 1983. Barry grew up in the area and has plenty of cool stories to share! We discuss: –The new babyface who was very popular with the ladies in 1983. –Was Dusty Rhodes beginning to … Continue reading Episode 268: An Obstructive Wheelchair → The post Episode 268: An Obstructive Wheelchair appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 267: Was Three A Crowd?
July 21, 2023 15:37 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBThis week’s episode of STICK TO WRESTLING sees John McAdam, Steve Generelli, and Steve Crawford taking questions from the Stick To Wrestling Universe of what was going on during the Summer of 1983! Among the issues discussed: –Should Bob Backlund have still been WWF champion at this point? –What if the NWA created a show … Continue reading Episode 267: Was Three A Crowd? → The post Episode 267: Was Three A Crowd? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 266: More Booking Gripes
July 14, 2023 16:28 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the 1988 Great American Bash! Topics discussed include: — Was the Maryland State Athletic Commission “in” on the finish of the main event? — The Tower of Doom was wrestling overcomplication at it’s worst. — Ronnie Garvin’s clumsy and senseless heel turn. — … Continue reading Episode 266: More Booking Gripes → The post Episode 266: More Booking Gripes appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 265: I’ll Quit Wrestling
July 07, 2023 16:12 - 1 hour - 28.3 MBWas David Von Erich promised the NWA title? It’s been one of the most debated pro wrestling subjects on the internet, and we tackle the question on this week’s STICK TO WRESTLING as we continue to review the 1983 World Class Championship Wrestling “Star Wars” spectacular that was recorded on June 17, 1983. We talk … Continue reading Episode 265: I’ll Quit Wrestling → The post Episode 265: I’ll Quit Wrestling appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 264: This Has No Right Being On Film
June 30, 2023 15:25 - 59 minutes - 27.5 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the June 17, 1983 World Class Championship Wrestling “Star Wars” spectacular from Reunion Arena in Dallas. We talk about the Ric Flair, Harley Race, the Von Erichs, the Freebirds, Bruiser Brody, Ted Dibiase, Giant Baba, Scandor Akbar, Iceman Parsons, Chris Adams, Jose Lothario, Wild Bill Irwin, Kamala, … Continue reading Episode 264: This Has No Right Being On Film → The post Episode 264: This Has No Right Being On Film appeared first on Stick To Wr...
Episode 263: Spring 1983 WWF, Part 2
June 23, 2023 15:47 - 1 hour - 31.8 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we present Part Two of our review of the WWF in the Spring of 1983! We talk Bob Backlund, Magnificent Muraco, Jimmy Snuka, Sgt. Slaughter, Captain Lou Albano, Ivan Putski, The Samoans, Andre The Giant, George Steele, Buddy Rogers, Big John Studd, Tito Santana, The Grand Wizard, Tito Santana, … Continue reading Episode 263: Spring 1983 WWF, Part 2 → The post Episode 263: Spring 1983 WWF, Part 2 appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 262: WWF, Spring 1983
June 16, 2023 15:39 - 1 hour - 29.1 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF of forty years ago, in the Spring of 1983! We talk Bob Backlund, Jimmy Snuka, Magnificent Muraco, Andre The Giant, Rocky Johnson, Captain Lou Albano, Superstar Billy Graham, Sgt. Slaughter, Fred Blassie, The Samoans, Big John Studd, Tito Santana, Iron Mike Sharpe, The Grand Wizard … Continue reading Episode 262: WWF, Spring 1983 → The post Episode 262: WWF, Spring 1983 appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 261: Five Years Of Stick To Wrestling
June 09, 2023 15:57 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we celebrate the podcast’s fifth anniversary with popular guest Brad Breitzman, as we discuss what was happening in the AWA 40 years ago in the year of 1983! On this week’s podcast: –What was the fallout of the AWA’s Super Sunday show, where the Hulk Hogan vs Nick Bockwinkel … Continue reading Episode 261: Five Years Of Stick To Wrestling → The post Episode 261: Five Years Of Stick To Wrestling appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 260: 1989 Was Not Just A Taylor Swift Album
June 02, 2023 15:31 - 1 hour - 28.4 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING popular guest Jim Valley returns and we answer questions from our listeners, including: –Why would the NWA crown Gene Kiniski as it’s World Champion after he dropped a series of matches in the WWWF while challenging Bruno? –Many wrestling families claim to be the “first family of wrestling” but … Continue reading Episode 260: 1989 Was Not Just A Taylor Swift Album → The post Episode 260: 1989 Was Not Just A Taylor Swift Album appeared first on Stick To Wrestl...
Episode 259: A Unique Tribute
May 26, 2023 15:55 - 1 hour - 35.2 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we celebrate the life and career of Superstar Billy Graham. This will be a unique tribute because we have audio of Superstar’s phenomenal run in the WWWF in the years of 1977 and 1978. In addition, John and Steve not only researched and read about the Graham Era, but … Continue reading Episode 259: A Unique Tribute → The post Episode 259: A Unique Tribute appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 258: Not Yet Hardcore
May 19, 2023 18:16 - 1 hour - 30.8 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we discuss the pilot episode of ECW, back when it was Eastern Championship Wrestling, and more! On the podcast: –Jimmy Snuka returns! But he’s now a heel. Was that a good idea? –Hunter Q. Robbins appeared on this episode, and he somehow was not the worst manager on the … Continue reading Episode 258: Not Yet Hardcore → The post Episode 258: Not Yet Hardcore appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 257: Top Ten Wrestlers of 1983
May 12, 2023 18:03 - 1 hour - 32.1 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we are once again joined by the most charming man in Charm City, John Fell! We each give our own rundown of the Top Ten Wrestlers of 1983. We talk Nick Bockwinkel, Bob Backlund, Harley Race, Ric Flair, Jimmy Snuka, The Von Erichs, Ricky Steamboat, Roddy Piper, Greg Valentine, … Continue reading Episode 257: Top Ten Wrestlers of 1983 → The post Episode 257: Top Ten Wrestlers of 1983 appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 256: Wrestling Awards, Part 2
May 05, 2023 14:38 - 1 hour - 29.7 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING John and Steve are once again joined by the King of Baltimore himself, John Fell! This is the first of three episodes where we honor the best (and worst) wrestlers, promotions, and moments of 1983! We talk Ric Flair, Sgt. Slaughter, Nick Bockwinkel, Adrian Adonis, George Steele, Bob Orton … Continue reading Episode 256: Wrestling Awards, Part 2 → The post Episode 256: Wrestling Awards, Part 2 appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 255: 1983 Wrestling Awards, Part 1
April 28, 2023 15:26 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING John and Steve are joined by the King of Baltimore himself, John Fell! This is the first of three episodes where we honor the best (and worst) wrestlers, promotions, and moments of 1983! We talk Jake Roberts, Bob Backlund, Kevin Sullivan, Curt Hennig, Adrian Adonis, Hulk Hogan, Bobby Jaggers, … Continue reading Episode 255: 1983 Wrestling Awards, Part 1 → The post Episode 255: 1983 Wrestling Awards, Part 1 appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 254: Handing Over The Wheel
April 21, 2023 13:56 - 1 hour - 32.1 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined once again by Brian Solomon, the man behind the “Shut Up And Wrestle” podcast! When asked by Brian what the show was going to be about, Johnny Mac told him he could do whatever he wanted and this is the finished product. On this week’s docket. –Brian was … Continue reading Episode 254: Handing Over The Wheel → The post Episode 254: Handing Over The Wheel appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 253: Please Don’t Shout
April 14, 2023 15:11 - 1 hour - 41 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we talk 1983 AWA Wrestling with lots of rare audio! Discussions on this week’s episode include: –Greg Gagne had been a wrestler for ten years and grew up in a wrestling family, yet John and Steve have to explain to him that babyfaces aren’t supposed to be whiny. –We … Continue reading Episode 253: Please Don’t Shout → The post Episode 253: Please Don’t Shout appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 252: Fifty Years Ago In The Sunshine State
April 07, 2023 15:34 - 1 hour - 29.3 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a look at a fifty year old episode of Championship Wrestling from Florida, hosted by the great Gorson Solie! It’s a look at a time long gone by as we focus on the talent, the promotion, and the general wrestling scene in 1973. We discuss the following: … Continue reading Episode 252: Fifty Years Ago In The Sunshine State → The post Episode 252: Fifty Years Ago In The Sunshine State appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 251: Dusty Bashing Season
March 31, 2023 16:21 - 1 hour - 28.8 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a look at the NWA during the Spring of 1988! Lot’s to discuss here with the first Clash of the Champions special, the Crockett Cup tournament, Lex Luger’s recent turn, the Midnight Rider, and there were only three members of the Four Horsemen…until Barry Windham’s turn. On … Continue reading Episode 251: Dusty Bashing Season → The post Episode 251: Dusty Bashing Season appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 250: One Hundred Years Of Brian Last
March 24, 2023 14:31 - 1 hour - 16.7 MBWe celebrate the 250th edition of STICK TO WRESTLING by being joined by Arcadian Vanguard’s founder – The Great Brian Last! It’s a lively and fun conversation as we discuss, among other things: –Would Sgt. Slaughter have made a good opponent for Hulk Hogan at Wrestlemania 2? –What should have been done with Bob Backlund … Continue reading Episode 250: One Hundred Years Of Brian Last → The post Episode 250: One Hundred Years Of Brian Last appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 249: He Can Read
March 17, 2023 14:59 - 1 hour - 47 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Gregg Savarese, and we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Wrestlemania 14! Discussed on this week’s episode: –A pre-show public workout that drew a sea of people and got a huge amount of local coverage. –The WWF gIves the Road Warriors one last chance to reclaim their 80’s … Continue reading Episode 249: He Can Read → The post Episode 249: He Can Read appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 248: Randy Savage Punched Him
March 10, 2023 16:05 - 1 hour - 33.4 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by new guest Mike Fahey as we celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of Wrestlemania 9! On the discussion table this week: –Randy Savage may not have been a good color commentator, but he had a sweet right hook. Just ask Hulk Hogan. –Jim Ross makes his television debut with … Continue reading Episode 248: Randy Savage Punched Him → The post Episode 248: Randy Savage Punched Him appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 247: Ice Cream or Cancer?
March 03, 2023 17:22 - 1 hour - 32.4 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review and celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Wrestlemania 4! We discuss: –Is the story true? Was Ted Dibiase originally scheduled to win the WWF title at Wrestlemania 4? –How the finish of the tournament was leaked to major media outlets. –It was borderline shocking to see some of … Continue reading Episode 247: Ice Cream or Cancer? → The post Episode 247: Ice Cream or Cancer? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 246: The Impersonations Are Accurate
February 24, 2023 15:58 - 1 hour - 15.7 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Todd Goss, who is practically a combination of an encyclopedia and a search engine when it comes to classic Mid-Atlantic Wrestling dating back to the 1940’s! Listen to this podcast and you will learn: –How Ric Flair ended up becoming a babyface. –What started the feud between … Continue reading Episode 246: The Impersonations Are Accurate → The post Episode 246: The Impersonations Are Accurate appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 245: Call Security
February 17, 2023 15:25 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING John and Steve are once again joined by Jon Boucher for Part Two of our review of the WWF during the Winter of 1983! We discuss: –The WWF debuts in San Diego and Los Angeles. There’s no overstating what a big deal this was. –The organic and obvious Andre … Continue reading Episode 245: Call Security → The post Episode 245: Call Security appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 244: Big, Green, and Ugly
February 10, 2023 16:06 - 1 hour - 37.7 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING John and Steve are joined by returning guest Jon Boucher, and we discuss the goings on in the WWF during the Winter of 1983. All three member on the panel grew up in the Northeast during this era, so they have a lot to share. –Bob Backlund gets a … Continue reading Episode 244: Big, Green, and Ugly → The post Episode 244: Big, Green, and Ugly appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 243: They Aged Like Sushi
February 03, 2023 16:11 - 1 hour - 27.7 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING takes a look at the Issue of Inside Wrestling dated February 1983! Listen to this conversation and you will hear our comments on: –The pros and cons of the old wrestling magazines. There were plenty of cons. –Barbed Wire Matches: Those sure looked like fun in the magazines! –Jimmy Snuka … Continue reading Episode 243: They Aged Like Sushi → The post Episode 243: They Aged Like Sushi appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 242: Revisiting Larryland
January 27, 2023 15:40 - 1 hour - 33.2 MBThere was so much more to discuss regarding the Bruno Sammartino vs Larry Zybysko feud after last week’s well recieved episode, so Steve and John discuss it! This week on STICK TO WRESTLING: –Larry Zybysko never returned to the WWF after his 1980 run. Larry claims he was blackballed due to demanding more money at … Continue reading Episode 242: Revisiting Larryland → The post Episode 242: Revisiting Larryland appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 241: Don’t Lip Off To Me
January 20, 2023 14:57 - 1 hour - 25.2 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined again by popular guest Dr. Nick Coliadis, as we discuss one of the episodes of WWF Championship Wrestling from 1980 that were recently released on Peacock! We delve into: –The legendary Bruno Sammartino / Larry Zybysko match, which aired on this episode. We give you all of the … Continue reading Episode 241: Don’t Lip Off To Me → The post Episode 241: Don’t Lip Off To Me appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 240: We Want Wrestling
January 13, 2023 16:50 - 1 hour - 15 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Thomas Bane, and we discuss listeners questions from the year of 1998 in pro wrestling! On the docket: –1998 was the year of Stone Cold Steve Austin. Did we see his rise coming and did we think he’d be the mega star he became? … Continue reading Episode 240: We Want Wrestling → The post Episode 240: We Want Wrestling appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 239: Uncool Horsemen
January 06, 2023 19:13 - 1 hour - 31.1 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take questions from our listeners on the year that was 1993. How did thirty years go by so quickly? Among the questions we answered: –Monday Night RAW debuted in 1993. Is this the most important show in wrestling history? –Was Ric Flair’s return to WCW a step back … Continue reading Episode 239: Uncool Horsemen → The post Episode 239: Uncool Horsemen appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 238: 1982 Portland Wrestling Review
December 30, 2022 16:10 - 1 hour - 28.7 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by longtime Portland Wrestling fan and popular returning guest Frank Culbertson as we discuss and review Portland Wrestling from 1982! We discuss: –Rocky Johnson apparently leaving without notice for the WWF. –Brett Sawyer gets his first major push as PNW champion. –Buddy Rose has a run in the … Continue reading Episode 238: 1982 Portland Wrestling Review → The post Episode 238: 1982 Portland Wrestling Review appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with J...
Episode 237: Kerry’s Number One
December 23, 2022 15:03 - 1 hour - 18.9 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest host Chris Tabar as we celebrate the Fortieth Anniversary of the 1982 WCCW Star Wars Christmas Night show at Renion Arena in Dalas, with Ric Flair defending the NWA title in a Cage Match against Kerry Von Erich in the main event. This truly … Continue reading Episode 237: Kerry’s Number One → The post Episode 237: Kerry’s Number One appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 236: Disco Robin Hood Suit
December 16, 2022 15:39 - 1 hour - 29.3 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Super Producer and popular returning guest Lou Kipilman as we take mailbag questions on the year of 1982! On the discussion docket: –Who was pro wrestling’s MVP in 1982? –What was our favorite matches of 1982? –Was the Jerry Lawler / Andy Kaufman feud the most powerful … Continue reading Episode 236: Disco Robin Hood Suit → The post Episode 236: Disco Robin Hood Suit appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 235: Cadillac Station Wagons
December 09, 2022 17:15 - 58 minutes - 27.1 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we discuss to goings on in World Class Championship Wrestling from the Fall of 1982! –Kerry Von Erich’s ascent to national superstardom is almost complete. –The Freebirds have arrived as babyfaces, and the territory is about to explode. –David Von Erich is back home after his run in Florida. … Continue reading Episode 235: Cadillac Station Wagons → The post Episode 235: Cadillac Station Wagons appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 234: Leave That Salt Alone
December 02, 2022 17:54 - 1 hour - 31.3 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Jayce Naccarato as we review the WWWF show that took place at Madison Square Garden from June 30, 1973. It is the first Madison Square Garden show that was ever broadcast on cable. On the discussion table: –Chief Jay Strongbow vs Mr. Fuji was … Continue reading Episode 234: Leave That Salt Alone → The post Episode 234: Leave That Salt Alone appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 233: Buddy’s Uncomfortable Kisses
November 25, 2022 16:50 - 1 hour - 37.7 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Chris Berg as we talk wrestling events from Thanksgiving, 1982! On this week’s pod: –The final Greensboro Thanksgiving show that is not called “Starrcade”. –The annual tag team tournament at the Atlanta Omni, with a surprise winner. –The saga of Bruce Walkup. –A rare … Continue reading Episode 233: Buddy’s Uncomfortable Kisses → The post Episode 233: Buddy’s Uncomfortable Kisses appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John ...
Episode 232: Minimal Screwjob Talk
November 18, 2022 16:03 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Game Changing Wrestling’s Own Emil Jay as we review the 1997 Survivor Seires on it’s 25th Anniversary month. As advertised, we don’t overdo talk of the infamous “Montreal Screwjob” but we take a deep dive into the event itself. On the discussion table: –No matter what would … Continue reading Episode 232: Minimal Screwjob Talk → The post Episode 232: Minimal Screwjob Talk appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 231: The NWA’s Chi-Town Defeat
November 11, 2022 16:31 - 1 hour - 31.2 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning co-host Christian Boddie. It’s the 35th Anniversary of Starrcade ’87 so we watched it, researched it, and shared it all with you. The highlights: –There was Starrcade ’83, Starrcade ’84, Starrcade ’85, and Starrcade ’86. Dusty Rhodes booked this promotion as if he didn’t know … Continue reading Episode 231: The NWA’s Chi-Town Defeat → The post Episode 231: The NWA’s Chi-Town Defeat appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McA...
Episode 230: Stylish 80’s Footwear
November 04, 2022 15:06 - 59 minutes - 13.7 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Jeff Bowdren from the Breaking Kayfabe with Bowdren and Barry podcast, and we take YOUR wrestling questions, such as: –Of the world champions on January 1, 1970: AWA champ Verne Gagne, NWA champ Dory Funk, Jr., WWWF champion Bruno Sammartino: which one would fit … Continue reading Episode 230: Stylish 80’s Footwear → The post Episode 230: Stylish 80’s Footwear appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 229: They Fired The First Shot
October 28, 2022 15:07 - 1 hour - 32.3 MBSTICK TO WRESTLING is once again joined by popular returning guest Jammie Ward as we take a look at all things happening in the WWF during the Fall of 1982! –The Samoans return to the WWF after leaving Georgia Championship Wrestling without dropping the tag team titles and without giving notice. This may have been … Continue reading Episode 229: They Fired The First Shot → The post Episode 229: They Fired The First Shot appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 228: Our Boy Jimmy
October 21, 2022 13:50 - 57 minutes - 26.6 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Jammie Ward as we talk all things that happened in the WWF during the Fall of 1982! On this week’s podcast: –The talk segment “Buddy Rogers’ Corner” debuts. –Related, Jimmy Snuka finally turns babyface. –The Bob Backlund vs Superstar Billy Graham feud rages around … Continue reading Episode 228: Our Boy Jimmy → The post Episode 228: Our Boy Jimmy appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 227: The Way It Used To Be And The Way You Like It
October 14, 2022 15:09 - 55 minutes - 25.5 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we discuss and review Smoky Mountain Wrestling during the year of 1992! On this episode: –The formation of The Heavenly Bodies, managed by Jim Cornette. –The reunited Rock & Roll Express arrive in the territory. Did the team have anything left? –A mystery man has put a bounty on … Continue reading Episode 227: The Way It Used To Be And The Way You Like It → The post Episode 227: The Way It Used To Be And The Way You Like It appeared first on Stick To Wrestlin...
Episode 226: Harry White Was A Shoplifter!
October 07, 2022 12:33 - 1 hour - 28.2 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Scott Cornish, as we talk wrestling and our escapades during multiple “Smoky Mountain Fan Weeks”. Discussed on this episode: –Ron’s Championship Wrestling. This really existed. –The origins of Smoky Mountain Wrestling. –A story about New Jack getting a gift and enraging a fan in … Continue reading Episode 226: Harry White Was A Shoplifter! → The post Episode 226: Harry White Was A Shoplifter! appeared first on Stick To Wrestl...
Episode 225: The Final Autumn Of Greatness
September 30, 2022 13:45 - 1 hour - 15.2 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular guest Brandown Hefner as we discuss the goings on in Georgia Championship Wrestling during the Fall of 1982! We discuss: –Roddy Piper going from the promotion’s top heel to it’s top babyface, but it doesn’t last as he gets fired. We’ll give you the details. –Jerry … Continue reading Episode 225: The Final Autumn Of Greatness → The post Episode 225: The Final Autumn Of Greatness appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 224: The Other Bi-Centennial Kings
September 23, 2022 13:17 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined again by popular returning guest Steve Generelli, and we field questions from the Stick To Wrestling Universe on the year 1976. On the slate: –What if Bruno Sammartino was unable to return to the WWWF after his neck injury? Would the promotion have survived? –What were our thoughts … Continue reading Episode 224: The Other Bi-Centennial Kings → The post Episode 224: The Other Bi-Centennial Kings appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 223: Are You Tired Of Us Yet?
September 16, 2022 13:53 - 1 hour - 15 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is once again joined by popular guest Brad Breitzman as we discuss the goings on in the AWA in the year of 1982! We discuss: –Hulk Hogan’s run as the promotion’s top babyface. –Bobby Heenan’s long run as the AWA’s top manager, including the details of his return there in … Continue reading Episode 223: Are You Tired Of Us Yet? → The post Episode 223: Are You Tired Of Us Yet? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 222: The Human Victory Cigar
September 09, 2022 14:41 - 2 hours - 56 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Alfred Sumrall and we discuss the top ten wrestlers of 1997. On the bill: –Shawn Michaels wasn’t universally beloved, but he was entertaining outside of the ring and amazing inside of it. Was he Number one? –Hulk Hogan also wasn’t universally beloved, but he … Continue reading Episode 222: The Human Victory Cigar → The post Episode 222: The Human Victory Cigar appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 221: It Was Not The First Time
September 02, 2022 13:28 - 1 hour - 26.3 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Randy Smith as we take questions from the STW Universe regarding all things pro wrestling that happened in 1987. We discuss: –The buildup for the Hulk Hogan vs Andre The Giant match, and the WWF falsely stating that it was their first match ever. … Continue reading Episode 221: It Was Not The First Time → The post Episode 221: It Was Not The First Time appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 220: Four Through Seven Are Interchangeable
August 26, 2022 12:53 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Thomas Bane as we discuss the Top Ten wrestlers of 1987! Discussed on this episode: –Wrestlemania 3 changed everything, so Andre The Giant is ranked really high for a guy who had two matches all year. –Like it or not, The Honkytonk Man had … Continue reading Episode 220: Four Through Seven Are Interchangeable → The post Episode 220: Four Through Seven Are Interchangeable appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.