What Happened When
407 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3.7K ratingsFrom Starrcade '83 to March 26, 2001, Tony Schiavone was the voice of professional wrestling below the Mason-Dixon Line. Though the Monday Night Wars may be over you can still relive the memories of Jim Crockett Promotions and World Championship Wrestling. Hear for yourself why What Happened When with Tony Schiavone is a hilarious trip down professional wrestling's memory lane. Join Tony and Conrad every Wednesday morning at 6am ET
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Episodes
55: Episode 55: Clash of Champions X
February 05, 2018 10:59 - 2 hours"You're out! You're no longer a horseman!" were the words spoken on the outset of this show in a perfectly executed angle that could only be ruined by a cataclysmic injury happening on the same show 2 hours later....and it did. Clash of Champions had it all, from Mick Foley's least favorite match against Mil Mascaras, to a young Undertaker as Mark Callous running the ropes like a thoroughbred and showing flashes of what was to become the Phenom. In addition the "mystery" of Doom may finally b...
54: Episode 54: The 1988 Bunkhouse Stampede
January 29, 2018 10:59 - 1 hourCrockett era fans (and even those later WCW fans who want to learn more of their wrestling history) can rejoice as Tony and Conrad dive into one of the most crucial events in wrestling history, the 1988 Bunkhouse Stampede. You have Flair vs. Hawk, Eaton vs. Koloff, and the finals of the main event: A come as you are battle royal-esque cage match where anything goes. But the real story was behind the scenes as Crockett and WWF were maneuvering and strategizing against each other, and this even...
53: Episode 53: Tony Answers YOUR Questions!
January 22, 2018 10:59 - 1 hourBack by popular demand is Tony Schiavone answering YOUR questions! Conrad has a record of picking legendary questions that will give us some unforgettable answers as Tony fields questions like: What match does he wish he called, what current wrestlers would compose a Schiavone designed 4 horsemen, and of course he finally settles the bet on who would win in a shoot fight, Bob Caudle or Gordon Solie? Nothing is off limits, a Tony rant or two is to be had, and the "I don't know's" have minimum ...
52: Episode 52: Souled out 1998
January 15, 2018 10:59 - 2 hoursSouled out 1998 may be one of the best shows in the post Starrcade 97 era of WCW, and there is a lot to like about this show, so it's no wonder why. Flair vs. Hart, Giant vs. Nash Debacle, 8 man luchadore extravaganza, Rey vs. Jericho, and so much more. But this is What Happened when Mondays with Tony and Conrad so there might be a Lois run in, there could be a GOAT call in, and there definitely is unrelated rant or two relating to what is now a "collector's Edition" of a former WHW Mondays ...
51: Episode 51: WCW Thunder
January 08, 2018 10:59 - 2 hoursJoin Tony and Conrad as they reveal never before heard behind the scenes stories about the creation of and life and death of wrestling's most maligned show of all time WCW THUNDER! Not only that, but be entertained as Tony and Conrad put this abysmal and catastrophic experiment through their hilarious judgement machine with the benefit of hindsight and hilarity! Definitly an episode not to be missed....this week on What Happened When Mondays with Tony Schiavone! Learn more about your ad ch...
50: Episode 50: The History of What Happened When with Tony Schiavone
January 01, 2018 10:59 - 3 hoursTony Schiavone was out of wrestling. Conrad Thompson had an idea for a podcast. This unique podcast documentary on WHW with Tony Schiavone takes you through the twists, turns, success, and evolution of one of the most unique podcasts in the world. From the beginning contact to the final result of the funniest most entertaining listens you can have, enjoy the backstory of the highlights of the show from Goldberg to Halloween Havoc 95 and all points in between. The show's most memorable mome...
49: Episode 49: Starrcade 1997
December 28, 2017 23:59 - 3 hoursJoin Tony Schiavone as he re-visits the 20 Year Anniversary of the biggest show in the history of our great sport, Starrcade 1997! After a 17 month build, the nWo storyline had all built to this. It would be biggest financial success in WCW history but did it deliver creatively? The entire event would be shrouded in controversy: WCW had to go to great lengths to get Malenko in the ring, Raven was advertised but not ready, Flair was out with an injury for his rubber match with Hennig, Bisch...
48: Episode 48: Nitro 12/22/97 - Starrcade 97 Go Home Show!
December 25, 2017 10:59 - 2 hoursThe "go home show" for Starrcade 97, This Nitro features the final build up for the long awaited Sting vs. Hogan and Bischoff vs. Zbysko matches the following Sunday, and also features the much talked about "NWO Nitro" segments which was universally hated and may have been a turning point in the Monday Night Wars. This is WHW Monday though, so in addition we have a Lois run in, Tony getting signed up for a new Job, a motorcycle mishap, and a non stop stream of laughs that can only be inspire...
47: Episode 47: Starrcade 1999
December 18, 2017 10:59 - 3 hoursTony and Conrad return for another of their hilarious watch alongs, and this time they are watching Starrcade 1999! All of you Monday night war era fans are going to love this one, and Tony and Conrad really cut loose and have a good time, and you will too! Whether you watch along or just listen, you will laugh and be entertained by the craziness on the screen combined with an unhinged Tony and Conrad. On a serious note, while taping of this show occurred before the announcement of former ...
46: Episode 46: Starrcade 1991
December 11, 2017 10:59 - 3 hoursIt's Starrcade 1991, The Lethal Lottery! Find out what happens when Conrad and Tony cover what they discovered may be the worst WCW PPV of all time. But no worries, you are still in for a hilarious time as the guys poke fun at and examine the the miscue after miscue on this very memorable episode. There is no lack of laughs, and no lack of memorable moments! If you don't know what the Lethal Lottery was, get ready, because it was maybe the worst and most convoluted concept for a PPV which ...
45: Episode 45: Starrcade 1990 (The Black Scorpion)
December 04, 2017 10:59 - 3 hoursTony and Conrad are back with commentary on one of the most infamous PPV's featuring one of the most infamous angles of all time; Starrcade 1990 featuring the "reveal" of the Black Scorpion! Who was the Black Scorpion supposed to be initially? What was the deal with the magic tricks? How about that voice? This very strange event also featured a memorable tag team tournament featuring some familiar names in unexpected places, as well as some people we never had seen before or since. Most imp...
44: Episode 44: Starrcade 1987
November 23, 2017 21:59 - 2 hoursYour new Thanksgiving tradition begins right now! It's the return of big time wrestling taking place after your favorite meal of the year! We start with one of the most memorable Starrcades of all time, but was it memorable for the right reasons? Is there any good reason to have a scaffold match? Has a big title match ever ended with an accidental groin hit? How did that UWF/Crockett merger turn out? There will be answers to these questions and more as Tony and Conrad cover, explain, an...
43: Episode 43: World War 3 1997
November 20, 2017 10:59 - 3 hoursAfter a year of peace it is time again for World War 3. Obviously the last one had a lasting impact. Listen (or watch and listen) with Conrad and Tony as they offer insight and background on the third "World War 3" (not to be confused with World War 6) World War 3, 1997. Has the camera work gotten better? Is there anyway to justify the budget? Is there any reason to have this many wrestlers doing so little for so long at the same time on PPV? What happened with Goldberg and Mongo? We know...
42: Episode 42: Clash of the Champions 29
November 13, 2017 10:59 - 1 hourIt's time to fire up the WWE Network, press mute, and relive the... well... the not so good days of WCW in 1994. When you think of WCW don't you always think of Brutus Beefcake, the Honky Tonk Man, Hacksaw, and Earthquake? Me either. Well they're here now but guess who's not? Ric Flair. He lost a retirement match at Halloween Havoc in a failed attempt to pop a huge buyrate for WCW. Hogan's huge contract is set to expire at the end of the year, Savage is negotiating to come in, and there's a s...
41: Episode 41: WrestleWar 1992
November 06, 2017 10:59 - 3 hoursTony and Conrad watch along to a great PPV from a low point in WCW history. The greatest talent in the world was there, but they would leave WCW before they reached their peak. Even though they are watching something good for a change, this episode has the crazy humor and entertaining listen you have come to expect from WHW and you might even enjoy watching this one! In addition to the one of a kind commentary and an 'apology' for the classless behavior of the past couple episodes (which is...
40: Episode 40: Halloween Havoc 1995
October 30, 2017 10:00 - 2 hoursIf you liked last weeks show you will LOVE what you will hear this week in perhaps the most hilarious, entertaining. and controversial episode to date. Conrad and Tony are doing the real time running commentary/mocking/unbelievable tangents on one of the most memorable WCW PPV's of all time, Halloween Havoc 1995! We are talking monster trucks, The Dungeon of Doom, and of course "THE YETTAYYYYYYYYY"! This episode is one of our longest yet and is a "can't miss". See for yourself as you watch a...
39: Episode 39: Halloween Havoc 1997
October 23, 2017 09:59 - 3 hoursTony and Conrad return to their very popular commentary format which is just as fun to watch along and listen as it to just listen to them make sense of all the crazy goings on in this PPV in WCW in 1997. From the 'Age in the Cage', To Tony being underwhelmed by the Mysterio/Guerrero classic, to much Tommy Young hijinks, this fun show will be informative, funny, and Tony's recall is on point! Watch or just listen along to what is sure to be another legendary episode of What Happened When Mo...
38: Episode 38: "Stunning" Steve Austin in WCW
October 16, 2017 09:59 - 2 hoursOn this very special episode of What Happened When, make sure to stay till the very end, because that is where the news making story of the year is! But don't fast forward because in the meantime, there is over two hours of Tony and Conrad running through a timeline of arguably the greatest wrestler of all time "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's time in WCW as "Stunning Steve". His arrival, his trials, his tribulations, and his departure from WCW are explored in great detail. Lady Blossom, The Hol...
37: Episode 37: Ready to Rumble
October 09, 2017 09:59 - 2 hoursTony and Conrad are "At the Movies" this week, doing alternate commentary on the "classic" WCW engulfed movie: Ready to Rumble! Learn all the insight from a star of that movie Tony Schiavone as they watch it with you and give their own take on the "Mystery Science Theatre" concept! In addition, find the REAL story of Ton'y involvement in the David Arquette title reign, poop stories, what the wrestlers thought about it, injuries, and so much more. It is an episode that you definitely don't w...
36: Episode 36: September 28 1998 Nitro
October 02, 2017 09:59 - 2 hoursTony and Conrad return to do their very popular live commentary on this episode of What Happened When Mondays with Tony Schiavone. This week they will cover a Nitro where it seemed EVERYTHING was going on! You had the Wolfpack, The Ultimate Warrior, The return of Ric Flair, The Steiners Feuding, Jericho vs. Goldberg and so much more filling out this overly packed edition of Nitro. On top of that, you finally got to see Bret Hart face Hulk Hogan for the first time in a match that was years ...
35: Episode 35: My Year in the WWF
September 25, 2017 09:59 - 2 hoursWhat Happened When Tony Schiavone left Turner to move north and work for Vince McMahon. On today's episode you'll learn more details about the WWF studios, the differences in working for Crockett or McMahon, etc than you've ever heard! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
34: Episode 34: The "Nature Boy" Ric Flair
September 18, 2017 09:51 - 1 hourWOOOOO!!! The tip of the glistening iceburg that is "Nature Boy" Ric Flair's career, in and out of the ring, is the subject of this episode of What Happened When Mondays! Learn how Ric is responsible for Tony's career in wrestling, Ric's early world title victories, how he felt about the finish in the Starrcade 1985 match against Dusty Rhodes, and what Tony's very favorite Ric Flair match that he called was. But really, this episode is about the stories... The naked truth about Tony and Ric's...
33: Episode 33: Fall Brawl 1996
September 11, 2017 09:58 - 2 hoursThis week Tony and Conrad cover Fall Brawl 1996, which captured the hearts and minds of many, including a young Conrad Thompson who made this his very first PPV purchase. How did they change the setup to accommodate two Stings? What does an Ice Train and Scott Norton submission match look like? How did this PPV jumpstart the Monday Night Wars? All this plus the answers to many questions from last week's infamous show: What was the deal with the music? Why was Conrad particularly hilarious? Wa...
32: Episode 32: Wargames 2000
September 04, 2017 11:00 - 2 hoursOn this episode of What Happens When Mondays, Conrad and Tony provide commentary and insight alongside a viewing of Wargames 2000 which actually occurs on a NITRO on September 4th, 2000. Did the three tiered cage work? Did Russo work with a concussion? How many men in white face paint can you fit in the ring at the same time? All questions are answered and hilarious sidebars are explored, and Tony almost dies on the air for failing to properly drink a glass of water on this very funny, inform...
31: Episode 31: The Greatest Q and A in the History of Wrestling Podcasts!
August 28, 2017 09:59 - 1 hourFans took to Facebook and Twitter and asked Tony every question imaginable, and Tony answers them all! Join Conrad and Tony on this episode where Tony chooses "his" Horsemen, gives his opinion on Vince Russo, finally answers how he felt about giving away taped Raw results on Nitro, reveals what the deal was with shaving that beautiful mustache, and much much more! In addition, a surprising 'where are they now' answer featuring an American Male and the first and maybe only run in from Lois Sch...
30: Episode 30: Arn Anderson
August 21, 2017 10:05 - 2 hoursThis week, Conrad and Tony talk about everyone's "Mount Rushmore" wrestler, The Enforcer" Arn Anderson. Hear the story of Arns career from the very beginning of his days at Crockett all the way up to his famous "my spot" retirement speech. Hear the fun stories, things you may not have heard before, numerous Arn quotes and much more on this episode of What Happened When. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29: Episode 29: Hog Wild 1996
August 14, 2017 09:59 - 1 hourAn outdoor PPV on a Saturday with free tickets. Who booked this?! What if rained? Was Bobby drunk? Did the fans throw rocks at the Harlem Heat? Who dressed Tony like a member of the Village People? What's your favorite Ice Train story? All of this and more as we discuss nearly two hours of Hog Wild 1996! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
28: Episode 28: August 4 1997 Nitro
August 07, 2017 09:59 - 2 hoursConrad and Tony provide real time commentary and insight on on one of the most pivotal Nitros of all time: The night Lugar defeated the NWO and Hulk Hogan for the Big Gold Belt. Also, the mystery of the Villanos name finally explained, theme music for the giant created on the spot, the first three hour Nitro, and a story about the Barbarian's special requests. All this and much more on a special Nitro commentary track edition of What Happened When with Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson! Lea...
27: Episode 27: Working with Bobby Heenan
July 31, 2017 10:00 - 1 hourWhat REALLY happened? Why did Bobby bury Tony in his book, his shoot interview, and everywhere else for more than 15 years? Did Tony really have a problem with Bobby paying tribute Gorilla? Did Tony demand his chair be higher than Bobby's? Tony sets the record straight once and for all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
26: Episode 26: Randy Savage's 1995
July 24, 2017 09:59 - 2 hoursWhat Happened When Randy Savage left the WWF? Tony weighs in on the Stephanie rumor, the divorce, the heat with Hogan, the feud with Flair, and why Savage REALLY won the World Title at WW3 1995. Enjoy over two hours of the "Macho Man" in his first year with WCW plus discover the name of Conrad & Tony's new tag team! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
25: Episode 25: Beach Blast 1993
July 17, 2017 10:00 - 1 hourWhat Happened When Col. Parker wanted Sid and Vader to win so badly that he hired a dwarf wearing an eye patch to disguise himself as a shark in order to place a bomb on Sting and Davey Boy Smith's boat when they were on an island for a charity volleyball match with children? Yes, this is WCW in 1993 and we discuss it for nearly two hours! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
24: Episode 24: Q&A with Tony Schiavone
July 10, 2017 10:03 - 1 hourNearly two hours of Tony Schiavone answering all of your questions! Follow @WHWMonday on Twitter to get involved in the conversation next time. For now, enjoy everything from Tony discussing Bobby Heenan to playing FMK and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
23: Episode 23: Bash at the Beach 1996
July 03, 2017 11:58 - 2 hours"Hulk Hogan, you can go straight to hell!" What Happened When Hulk Hogan shocked the wrestling world and turned heel to form the nWo? Who knew and when? What was the backup plan? What was the reaction backstage? Did Heenan have heat for his line? Does Tony consider this the most important PPV in WCW history? All this and more in a very special WHW! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
22: Episode 22: The Four Horsemen, Part II
June 26, 2017 10:05 - 2 hoursOle and Luger are out so what's next for the Horsemen? How did Arn & Tully's departure go down? Kendall Windham, Butch Reed, Hiro Matsuda, the Yamazaki Corporation?! "What's causin' all this?" Find out in two more hours of Tony talking about the Four Horsemen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
21: Episode 21: The Four Horsemen
June 19, 2017 10:05 - 2 hoursJourney back to the 1980s as Tony and Conrad look at the Four Horsemen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
20: Episode 20: Greed 2001
June 12, 2017 10:05 - 1 hourWhat Happened When WCW ran their very last Pay Per View? The company would run their final show just eight days after this. Was it "too little, too late" for WCW? Finishes for every match, Luger & Buff going into business for themselves, lots of blood in the main event, and more in the last "hurrah" for WCW! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
19: Episode 19: Slamboree 2000
June 05, 2017 10:00 - 1 hourWhat Happened When David Arquette defended his World Title in a triple cage, Shane Douglas finally got Ric Flair in the ring, Sunny was stripped on PPV, Hugh G Rection was born, Hogan wrestled Kidman on PPV, and Mike Awesome threw Kanyon off of the cage?! Were there any swerves, bro? ONLY in WCW 2000! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
18: Episode 18: Mayhem 1999
May 29, 2017 10:00 - 2 hoursWhat Happened When the Vince Russo era WCW held a tournament to crown a new World Champion in Toronto? Bret Hart, David Flair, Filthy Animals, Revolution, Screamin Norman Smiley, Oklahoma, Berlyn, and so much more crazy '99 WCW to discuss with Tony Schiavone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
17: Episode 17: Halloween Havoc 1998
May 22, 2017 09:59 - 2 hoursWhat Happened When WCW booked Hogan-Warrior II in a match Meltzer gave "-******"? With the Steiners facing each other, Hall vs. Nash, Bret vs. Sting, Hogan vs. Warrior, Goldberg-DDP how could this show miss?! Well it could go too long, folks miss the main event, and thousands demand refunds. Only in WCW. Don't miss a stinker of a story about the Giant too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
16: Episode 16: Fall Brawl 1997
May 15, 2017 10:05 - 1 hourWhat Happened When the nWo "killed" the Horsemen in 1997? The famous Horsemen "spot" segments, never-before-told Arn Anderson stories, Steiner Brother stories you need to hear, and a Klondike Bill story you'll wish you hadn't heard! Stay tuned to the very end for a ****** remix! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 15: World War 3 '96
May 08, 2017 10:05 - 1 hourWhat happened when... 60 men slogged through 3 rings, WCW had some intergender wrestling action, Chris Jericho fought a ref, Ultimo Dragon battled Rey Mysterio Jr. and Hulk Hogan got paid a ton to do paperwork? It's the 1996 edition of WCW World War 3! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 14: Uncensored 95
May 01, 2017 10:05 - 2 hoursIt's 1995 and WCW decides to get extreme with a pay-per-view marketed as Uncensored. What happened when WCW booked a King of the Road match, Ric Flair goes extreme in drag, Hulkamania with a man teased as the Ultimate Warrior (but not really) battles Big Van Vader in a leather strap match and more! It's unsanctioned, unauthorized and definitely unbelievable. It's Uncensored 95! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 13: Bash at the Beach '94
April 24, 2017 10:05 - 1 hourFinally Hulk Hogan faces Ric Flair for the World Title! Steve Austin battles with Ricky "the Dragon" Steamboat for the WCW U.S. Championship and much more! It's the first-ever Bash at the Beach! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 12: Halloween Havoc 1993
April 17, 2017 10:05 - 1 hourWhat happened when... WCW booked Spin the Wheel Make A Deal as part of the main event attraction for Halloween Havoc 93? Find out as it involves Big Van Vader battles Cactus Jack! Also, Rick Rude defends the WCW International World Championship against Ric Flair and yes, the Shockmaster even makes the line-up. Pack some One Wipe Charlies as Tony and Conrad take a look at a wild night in New Orleans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 11: Halloween Havoc 92
April 10, 2017 10:05 - 2 hoursWhat happened when WCW booked Spin The Wheel Make The Deal in 1992? It’s a very strange edition of Halloween Havoc and Tony and Conrad fearlessly look back at it on this episode sponsored by BlueApron.com! If you have credit card debt or in a 30 year loan? Well, www.savewithconrad.com can help you get out of that pinch and save money at the same time! Head over to SaveWithConrad.com for a quick quote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 10: Ask Tony #1
April 03, 2017 10:05 - 1 hourFire up the podcast and listen to uncle Tony and Conrad take on your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 10: Tony Answers Your Questions!
April 03, 2017 10:05 - 1 hourFire up the podcast and listen to uncle Tony and Conrad take on your questions!
Episode 9: 1991 Great American Bash
March 27, 2017 10:05 - 2 hoursIn the summer of 1991, WCW head honcho Jim Herd plays hardball with Ric Flair... and the consequences forever change WCW and ground zero was the 91 Great American Bash. Tony and Conrad guide you through a very strange night in Baltimore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 8: WCW Halloween Havoc 1990
March 20, 2017 10:05 - 2 hoursSting vs. Sid Vicious! The Black Scorpion strikes! Steiners and the Nasty Boys tear it up! What is up with Little Richard Marley and the Fabulous Freebirds? DOOM vs. The Horsemen! It's a can't miss episode with Tony and Conrad, slapdicks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 7: The Last WCW Monday Nitro
March 13, 2017 10:05 - 1 hourTony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson talk about the historic and tragic final WCW Monday Nitro from March 2001. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices