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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.
Episode 219: The Rock And Roll Patrol
August 19, 2022 15:14 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined again by popular guest Jake “The Valentine” Hamar as we discuss the top ten tag teams of 1987! Discussed on this week’s episode: –The Midnight Rockers, Shawn and Marty, they loved to wrestle and they loved to party. They were also perfect for the NWA but the call … Continue reading Episode 219: The Rock And Roll Patrol → The post Episode 219: The Rock And Roll Patrol appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 218: Kevin Nash Apologist
August 12, 2022 12:34 - 1 hour - 30.9 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Chris Zaucha! At Chris’ request we talk, mostly, about Kevin Nash and his sometimes controversial career. On the table this week: –Nash asking for a brilliant stipulation in his WCW contract. –His shocking the world by winning the WWF title. –How Kevin Nash got … Continue reading Episode 218: Kevin Nash Apologist → The post Episode 218: Kevin Nash Apologist appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 217: Fighting Over Stolen Urns
August 05, 2022 14:29 - 1 hour - 39.6 MBThis week on STICK TO WRESTLING we’re joined by popular guest host Brent Nicholas as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of SummerSlam 1997! This was an eventful show, and we discuss: –The WWF inexplicably putting their world championship on Bret Hart as they explore ways to get out of his twenty year contract. –Mick Foley … Continue reading Episode 217: Fighting Over Stolen Urns → The post Episode 217: Fighting Over Stolen Urns appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 216: But The Paper Says You’re Dead
July 29, 2022 14:27 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING presents Part Two of it’s review of the WWF’s Summer of 1982 with popular guest Randy Smith! We discuss: –Jimmy Snuka’s babyface turn is right around the corner, and it’s obvious. –The debut of Mighty Joe Thunder. It’s been forty years yet we still have no words for this. –The … Continue reading Episode 216: But The Paper Says You’re Dead → The post Episode 216: But The Paper Says You’re Dead appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 215: Mudpies
July 22, 2022 17:52 - 1 hour - 37.2 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular guest Randy Smith as we talk WWF during the Summer of 1982! Bob Backlund, Playboy Buddy Rose, Jimmy Snuka, Superstar Billy Graham, Andre The Giant, Bob Orton Jr, Captain Lou Albano, The Strongbows, Salvatorre Bellomo, Blackjack Mulligan, Steve Travis, Vince McMahon, Tony Garea, Pedro Morales, Dynamite … Continue reading Episode 215: Mudpies → The post Episode 215: Mudpies appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 214: He Needed A Ride
July 15, 2022 14:02 - 1 hour - 39.2 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Mike Sempervive as we enjoy another “mailbag” show where we take questions from the listeners. We answer: –Who should have gotten one or two of Harley Race’s eight runs as NWA champion? –Out of all the promotions that started in the early 90’s, which … Continue reading Episode 214: He Needed A Ride → The post Episode 214: He Needed A Ride appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 213: Standing In Line At The Deli
July 08, 2022 12:48 - 1 hour - 31.6 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Ian Totten, a longtime fan who frequently attended the ECW Arena during the promotion’s heyday. We focus on Cyberslam ’96, which was the first ever internet based wrestling convention that featured a surprise debut of Brian Pillman- an appearance that had some surprises. Plus we discuss some … Continue reading Episode 213: Standing In Line At The Deli → The post Episode 213: Standing In Line At The Deli appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John...
Episode 212: Omni Supershow
July 01, 2022 14:01 - 1 hour - 36.4 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular guest Jammie Ward as we continue to discuss 1982 Georgia Championship Wrestling and the July 4, 1982 supercard at the Omni in Atlanta. We talk Ric Flair, Bob Backlund, Dusty Rhodes, Gordon Solie, Paul Orndorff, Roddy Piper, The Freebirds, Stan Hansen, Buzz Sawyer, Jimmy Snuka, Ole … Continue reading Episode 212: Omni Supershow → The post Episode 212: Omni Supershow appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 211: Refreshments For The Less Fortunate
June 24, 2022 13:54 - 54 minutes - 24.9 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Jammie Ward! We celebrate the 40th Anniversary of a supercard held in Atlanta, GA, featuring the last ever “unification match” between the NWA champion vs the WWF champion as Ric Flair takes on Bob Backlund. Some highlights from the episode: —There’s audio and lots … Continue reading Episode 211: Refreshments For The Less Fortunate → The post Episode 211: Refreshments For The Less Fortunate appeared first on Stick To Wrestlin...
Episode 210: The Four Minute Giveaway
June 17, 2022 14:08 - 1 hour - 30.3 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Frank Culbertson, who is a lifelong fan of the Portland Wrestling territory! We discuss that promotion, and we hit the following points: –Who should be on Portland’s Mount Rushmore? –What were the territory’s schedule and payoffs like? –Should Brett Sawyer have had a bigger career? –When did … Continue reading Episode 210: The Four Minute Giveaway → The post Episode 210: The Four Minute Giveaway appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 209: Memories Of Memphis
June 10, 2022 12:48 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined again by popular guest by Steve Crawford, and we discuss the glory days of Memphis Wrestling. Steve grew up not far from where the promotion was based and he shares some outstanding memories. We discuss: –Jimmy Hart was literally silent on television until Jerry Lawler’s 1980 leg injury. … Continue reading Episode 209: Memories Of Memphis → The post Episode 209: Memories Of Memphis appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 208: World Class With A Different Lance
June 03, 2022 14:23 - 1 hour - 30 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Lance Peterson, who lived in Dallas during the glory days of World Class Championship Wrestling. He saw all of the big angles, went to the Texas Stadium shows, the Cotton Bowl shows, and much more. We discuss: –The rise of the Von Erichs as mainstream stars in … Continue reading Episode 208: World Class With A Different Lance → The post Episode 208: World Class With A Different Lance appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 207: The King of Recovery Kills It Again
May 27, 2022 13:11 - 57 minutes - 26.3 MBSTICK TO WRESTLING is once again joined by the F******G KING OF RECOVERY, Jim Valley! We discuss the 1987 Year End Awards that perhaps, indeed, should have been. –1987 Wrestler of the Year. –1987 Match of the Year. –1987 Promotion of the Year –1987 Feud of the Year –1987 Rookie of the Year Hey, last … Continue reading Episode 207: The King of Recovery Kills It Again → The post Episode 207: The King of Recovery Kills It Again appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.
Episode 206: 1987 Awards, 35 Years Later.
May 20, 2022 13:09 - 1 hour - 28.5 MBThis week STICK TO WRESTLING is again joined by popular guest host Jim Valley! What should the year-end awards have been in 1987? Wrestler of the Year, Best on Interviews, Best Promotion, Match of the Year, Biggest Shock..re-live 1987 with Jim on the latest STICK TO WRESTLING! Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with … Continue reading Episode 206: 1987 Awards, 35 Years Later. → The post Episode 206: 1987 Awards, 35 Years Later. appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam.