Kris Zellner is joined by Rob Naylor (Highspots Network) to discuss the history of the NWA/WCW World TV Title. We talk about the reason why it became a world title and then run down all the major champions along with some of their notable matches during their reigns. We also talk about the legacy of the title and how Vince Russo tried to kill it in 1999. This is a really fun show so check it out!!! --- To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly them...
Dec 08, 2016•1 hr 23 min
Kris & David are joined this week by Matt Farmer (MLW Podcast Network) for the 2nd half of the show as we discuss the week that was November 30- December 6, 1994. We talk about Randy Savage entering WCW and Vince McMahon trying to stop it from happening. We talk about FMW & AJW doing big business in Japan as well as the changing scene in Mexico. Matt joins us to talk about the aftermath of Art Barr's death and his funeral plus what's going on in SMW & USWA. All that and lots more on ...
Dec 05, 2016•3 hr 56 min
Kris Zellner is joined by Barry Rose (CWF Archives) to discuss the Florida & Southern Heavyweight Title scene from 1973 to 1976. We talk about all the different champions of this era and their opponents. We talk about who worked and who didn't which may surprise you and Barry brings his excellent memory yet again to this series. I learned some on this show and you will, too!!!! --- To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to o...
Dec 03, 2016•2 hr 15 min
In this preview of the latest Patreon-exclusive, themed edition of Between The Sheets, Kris and David talk about the WWF Action Line, the WWF’s first attempt at a pay-per-call phone hotline. Hear about the great promos that it sounds like the wrestlers cut on each other on the Action Line, a side-discussion about Parade Magazine for some reason, and more! For the whole show, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and support the show at the show for just $5/month. Here's the description for the full...
Nov 30, 2016•7 min
Kris & David are joined by Beau James (King of Kingsport) to discuss the week that was November 23-29, 1993. We discuss Hulk Hogan snitching on Vince McMahon, Survivor Series including RnR vs. Heavenly Bodies bombing, Bobby Heenan leaving, Terry Funk as a Red Knight, The Gilberts cutting a shoot promo in W*ING and quitting, Public Enemy being arrested, Jim Cornette's hatred for Eastern Kentucky, and Eric Bischoff talking to HBO....This show is stacked and pretty damn great so listen now!!! T...
Nov 28, 2016•5 hr 7 min
Kris & David are guestless talking about the week that was November 16-22, 1987. We discuss the Pennsylvania State Athletic Commission possibly disbanding, The Road Warriors signing a 5-year deal with JCP, wild news in Memphis with great clips, Stan Hansen talking to World Class, AWA sadness, and Hulk Hogan rallying the troops for Survivor Series. This is a very fun show!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Potpourri 0:18:36 Jim Crockett Promotions 0:55:59 International: AJPW, NJPW, & Stampede Wrestl...
Nov 21, 2016•3 hr 13 min
Kris & David are joined by The Fray Movement to discuss the week that was November 9-15, 2002. We talk about Vince Russo & Jerry Jarrett sharing the book for TNA and talk about quite the TNA PPV that week. We also talk about the birth of WRESTLE-ONE & World Japan also all the happenings in Mexico & Puerto Rico. We then talk about CZW & ROH doubleheader in Philly on 11/9 along with more of the great US Indie scene in that era plus the engagement of Sean Waltman & Joanie La...
Nov 14, 2016•5 hr 47 min
Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was November 2-8, 1991. We discuss J.J. Dillon possibly returning to manage Ric Flair in the WWF, Bret Hart having a shocking meeting with The Mountie, Bob Backlund being a big draw for UWFi, the death of Gran Davis, lots of news about GWF and their financial issues, and WCW wackiness abound as usual. This is a very fun show so check it out!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:44:18 Japan (NJPW, SWS, FMW, Universal, W*ING, PWFG, UWFI, &am...
Nov 07, 2016•3 hr 19 min
In this preview of the first Patreon-exclusive, themed edition of Between The Sheets, David, Kris, and Pete Lederberg talk about: * Southwest Championship Wrestling's disastrous tour of New England. * How Hulk Hogan spun his AWA departure in the local Twin Cities media during a backstage interview the night he won the WWF Championship at Madison Square Garden. For the whole show, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and support the show at the show for just $5/month. Here's the description for the...
Nov 06, 2016•9 min
Kris & David are joined by Dave Musgrave (Wrestling Culture) to discuss the week that was October 26-November 1, 1997. We talk about Ric Flair's contract status in WCW and then Halloween Havoc featuring maybe the greatest match ever on a WCW PPV and one of the worst angles ever. We talk about how to make dry ice bombs thanks to Big Japan, riots in Tijuana and in ECW, the aftermath of USWA dying, and the wackiness of WWF pre-Survivor Series 97. This is a damn good show so listen now!!! Timest...
Oct 31, 2016•5 hr 35 min
Kris & David are joined by Dr. Keith Lipinski (AAW/Dr. Keith Presents) to discuss the week that was October 19-25, 1996. We talk about Bret Hart signing his 20-year deal with the WWF and how Hulk Hogan & Randy Savage's negotiations with the WWF at the time too affected everything. We also talk about the In Your House Buried Alive PPV and all those happenings. We also talk about all the happenings in Japan plus one of the wildest press conferences ever in Mexico. This is a tremendous show...
Oct 24, 2016•5 hr 5 min
Kris & David are guestless this week talking about the week that was October 12-18, 2004. We talk about Pat Patterson leaving the WWE and why that happened plus the $1,000,000 Tough Enough finalists and their chances to win. We talk about Riki Choshu coming back to New Japan and the political maneuvering that was going on. We also talk about the tragic career ending injury to Naohiro Hoshikawa and how this was the beginning of the downfall of ZERO-ONE. We also talk about everything going on ...
Oct 17, 2016•5 hr 16 min
Kris & David are joined by Chandler Biggins (aiwrestling.com – “The Card is Going to Change” podcast) to discuss the week that was October 5-11, 2001. We talk about Hall & Nash coming back to the WWF and how the Invasion is playing out the string as well as changes in the WWF writing staff. New Japan’s Tokyo Dome show on 10/8 and Antonio Inoki dipping his toes in every group in Japan. Sam Greco returning to K-1 along with a newcomer in Bob Sapp, Ray Gonzalez turning on Carly Colon, US In...
Oct 15, 2016•4 hr 7 min
Kris & David are joined by John McAdam to discuss the week that was September 28-October 4, 1985. We talk about Ric Flair & The Andersons breaking Dusty Rhodes’ ankle at The Omni. Magnum T.A. getting booed, AJPW & NJPW going through transitions, Jerry Lawler vs. Ric Flair in Memphis, Chris Von Erich singing, Super Clash at Comiskey Park, The Wrestling Album, and lots more. Timestamps: 0:00:00 Jim Crockett Promotions 0:36:39 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, AJW, Stampede, & Montreal 1:16:56 The...
Oct 15, 2016•4 hr 18 min
Kris & David are joined by Joe Gagne (Joe vs. The World) to discuss the week that was September 21-27, 1995. We talk about the In Your House show featuring HBK & Diesel vs. British Bulldog & Yokozuna for all the WWF Titles and everything else WWF related for the period. We also talk about the beginning of the New Japan vs. UWFi feud and how that was also affecting the upcoming NJPW vs. WCW feud. We go to Mexico talking about the greatness of Rey Mysterio Jr. vs. Psicosis in AAA and t...
Oct 15, 2016•4 hr 16 min
Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was September 14-20, 1998. We discuss the return of Ric Flair to Nitro in Greenville, South Carolina and how magical of an experience it was. We also talk about Masahiro Chono vacating the IWGP Title, the birth of Toryumon, AAA Verano de Escandalo craziness, Sid Vicious returning to Memphis for Power Pro, and Jacquelyn’s breasts showing on live TV on USA Network. A really fun show so listen now!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 1:18:43...
Oct 15, 2016•5 hr 4 min
Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was September 7-13, 1990. We talk about Eddie Gilbert rumored to becoming a producer in the WWF, a long Brother Love segment with Ultimate Warrior & Sherri, Mark Callaway getting a role in Suburban Commando, the greatness of AJPW & NJPW at this time, Jerry Jarrett & Kevin Von Erich going to legal battle, Herb Abrams making a splash, and lots of fun NWA stories. A fun show so listen now!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:46:...
Oct 15, 2016•3 hr 35 min
Kris Zellner is joined by Scott Bowden (Kentucky Fried Wrestling) to discuss the key people and feuds of Jarrett Promotions in Memphis from the Summer of 1977 to the end of 1981. Scott of course is one of the best managers ever to work the territory and was a fan for many years before he became a performer so he brings a great insight to all the major figures that came through Memphis at this time. We discuss Jerry Lawler’s power as a babyface and a heel, the emergence of Austin Idol, Bill Dunde...
Oct 15, 2016•2 hr 38 min
Kris & David are joined by Jordan Breen (Sherdog) to discuss the week that was August 31-September 6, 1988. We discuss the potential sale of the NWA and why Dusty Rhodes was such a douchebag on TV at the time, we also talk about Antonio Inoki being a total opportunist, Maritimes Memories from Jordan, Memphis vs. Continental on FNN, World Class management issues, and the impending birth of Akeem the African Dream. Part of this didn’t record and it’s talked about during the show but other than...
Oct 15, 2016•4 hr 44 min
Kris & David are guestless this week talking about the week that was August 24-30, 2005. We talk about the wackiness of Wrestle Reunion and how the WWE was treating the Dudleyz, PRIDE at their peak in Japan and the United States, Antonio Pena’s health going down, CIMA & Shingo Takagi debuting in ROH, the difference of OVW under Heyman compared to Cornette, TNA going to Spike and how WWE was caught in the crossfire. This is long but interesting show! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WrestleReunion 0:5...
Oct 15, 2016•4 hr 26 min
Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was August 17-23, 1993. We talk about Jim Herd meeting with the Justice Department regarding WWF, the Lex Express rolling on, Terry Gordy having a serious health issue, SMW’s First Ever Fan Week, Vince McMahon comes to Memphis, and the debut of the Shockmaster. This is a loaded show so listen!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:44:39 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, FMW, Michinoku Pro, RINGS, SPWF, AJW) & CWA 1:18:51 The Amazon Game 1:46:41 Othe...
Oct 15, 2016•4 hr 22 min
Kris & David are joined by Jim Valley (Pro Wrestling Torch) to discuss the week that was August 10-16, 1989. We talk about Ric Flair’s trials as the head booker of the NWA with some incoming talent coming to help. We talk about Big Van Vader winning the IWGP Title and the USA/Russians/Team Japan competition. We also talk about the debut of Texas Dirt in Memphis as well as the epic Buddy Landel vs. Nightmare Freddy match. We also talk about the first ever USWA show in Dallas and just why didn...
Oct 15, 2016•4 hr 11 min
Kris & David are joined by Tom Green (Everywhere You Look) to discuss the week that was August 3-9, 2003. We talk about some horrendous WWE television and Bryan Alvarez backstage at RAW. We talk about everything in Japan especially Dramatic Dream Team, Santo & Super Parka heading to a mask match, Puerto Rico craziness, US Indies bonanza, and some early TNA wackiness….this is a really strong show!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:03:23 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, DDT, Michinoku Pro, Osaka Pro, Toryumo...
Oct 15, 2016•4 hr 4 min
Kris Zellner is joined by John McAdam to discuss the career of one “Hacksaw” Butch Reed. We examine his beginnings going the territories and how good he got in such a short time span. We talk about his battles with all the major stars of his era and his amazing run in Mid-South. Lots of great tales about the angles and matches that shaped his career so check it out!!!! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Oct 15, 2016•3 hr 17 min
Kris & David are joined by Jordan Breen (Sherdog) to discuss the genesis of the Brawl for All concept from WWF in 1998 and how everything went down. We discuss all the fights and how each competitor fared good or bad. We also talked about the aftermath of the BFA and how the WWF really screwed it up plus how Butterbean became the true winner in all of this. This is a really strong show!!!! 0:00:00 Week 1 – Mero-Blackman & Bradshaw-Canterbury 0:29:58 Week 2 – Savio-Brakus & Hawk-Droz ...
Oct 15, 2016•3 hr 32 min
Kris & David are joined by Michael Sempervive (Wrestling Observer Live) to discuss the week that was July 27-August 2, 1991. We discuss WWF’s early plans for Ric Flair, Wacky WWF steroids talk, Octagon in the tabloids, A Dirty White Wedding, and WCW trying to bring back Ric Flair. All of this and much more in a very fun show!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:18:53 Japan: NJPW, FMW, RINGS, & UWFI 1:44:06 The Amazon Game 2:00:50 Mexico: EMLL & UWA 2:12:35 Other USA: USWA, GWF, Portland, L...
Oct 15, 2016•3 hr 38 min
Kris Zellner is joined by Barry Rose (CWF Archives) to discuss the 25 Greatest Angles in the history of Championship Wrestling from Florida. We discuss the key angles of the promotion from the early 60’s all the way until the end in 1987 and most of the major players in the promotion’s history. So if you love Dusty Rhodes, Jack Brisco, Terry Funk, Kevin Sullivan, Magnificent Muraco, Steve Keirn, and many more this is a must listen show. If you have never really watched CWF then this is DEFINITEL...
Oct 15, 2016•3 hr 50 min
To celebrate the first year of Between the Sheets, Bix and Kris (with help from fans of the show) put together the best moments of the first 52 episodes. Enjoy! Time stamps: 0:00:00 Intro 0:19:03 Beau James on the GOAT Memphis TV episode (Ep. #33 – March 1st – March 7th, 1986) 1:04:11 Rob Naylor on Al Blake & muscle bears (Ep. #24 – December 29th, 1986 – January 4th, 1987) 1:19:04 Pete Lederberg on Ricky Steamboat & Bob Backlund being family men (Ep. #41 – April 26th – May 2nd 1987) 1:23...
Oct 15, 2016•6 hr 43 min
Kris & David start Year 2 of Between the Sheets discussing the week that was July 20-26, 1987 and yes Kris does get mixed up with the timeline during the show. We discuss Ric Flair’s Dream Date with Precious, JCP sending their scraps to All-Japan, George Barnes in Memphis, Hacksaw Duggan talking to JCP, Bob Geigel manliness, and the biggest burial in the history of WWF TV. Really strong show so check it out!!! 0:00:00 Jim Crockett Promotions 0:48:41 Int’l: AJPW, Montreal, Stampede Wrestling,...
Oct 15, 2016•3 hr 45 min
Kris & David discuss the week that was July 5-11, 1994 which features Hulk Hogan’s first appearance at Center Stage for WCW, Sting vs. Ric Flair being the fans choice, AAA planning When Worlds Collide, Paul E. Dangerously shoots on O.J. Simpson, Heavenly Bodies returning to SMW, and the Vince McMahon trial begins. A really fun show so check it out!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 1:05:06 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, Pancrase, NOW, LLPW) & Europe (CWA) 1:27:02 Mexico (AAA, EMLL) & Puerto Rico (WWC) 1...
Oct 15, 2016•3 hr 24 min
