RWP EXTRA: WWE Smackdown April 8, 2004 (JBL Kicking Mexicans)
In this Retro Wrestling Podcast EXTRA: Alex reviews an episode of Smackdown where JBL kicks a family across the border. Enjoy!
May 10, 2020•46 min
Retro Wrestling Podcast
We are a podcast that reviews old professional wrestling shows. We also share our thoughts about the current WWE product and other happenings in the world of wrestling.
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Retro Wrestling Podcast: News Break
In this very odd edition of the Retro Wrestling Podcast we talk about the very odd times we're currently going through. Then, we dive into some of the biggest news we've missed out on covering for the last few weeks. We discuss the WWE releases and speculate on what the future has in store for some of them, the 2K series taking a year off, our Wrestlemania 36 thoughts, the return of other sports, and wish the Rock a happy birthday. This is surely worth an hour and a half of your time. We'll pick...
May 04, 2020•1 hr 31 min
RWP EXTRA: WCW Thunder October 14, 1999 (Nash on commentary)
For this week's RWP Extra: Alex reviews the October 14, 1999 episode of WCW Thunder where Kevin Nash sat in the booth and provided his "unique" commentary throughout the night. This was Nash's last act as booker before the Russo/Ferrara "era" began...so Nash was in IDGAF mode as he bumbled and stumbled his way through an awful episode of Thunder. Enjoy!
Mar 28, 2020•43 min
WCW Halloween Havoc 1999 October 24, 1999
In this week's Retro Wrestling Podcast, Patrick discusses his experience at the taping of AEW Dynamite in Atlanta. He also provides some news about some former wrestlers in legal trouble, and we also once again debate the pros and cons of signing with World Wrestling Entertainment. Then, we review (spoiler) the worst pay-per-view we've ever done for this podcast: WCW Halloween Havoc 1999 where Vince Russo and Ed Ferrara brought car crash tv to WCW. This pay-per-view's tagline was "the stuff nigh...
Feb 29, 2020•2 hr 39 min
RWP EXTRA: WBF Championship 1992 June 13, 1992
In this week's RWP EXTRA: Alex reviews the WBF 1992 Championship featuring Gary Strydom! Totally Drug Free! Enjoy!
Feb 13, 2020•35 min
WWF Royal Rumble 1998 January 18th, 1998
This week, Alex and Patrick share their thoughts about the 2020 Royal Rumble. In the news we discuss the latest wellness violation, the WWE corporate shakeup, Sean Mooney's new gig, and Van Hammer's arrest following an incident in Florida. Then, it's time to review the Royal Rumble where Stone Cold Steve Austin broke through to win his second Royal Rumble and where Shawn Michaels broke his back. It's the 1998 Royal Rumble! Review starts at 26:28.
Feb 02, 2020•1 hr 34 min
March to Wrestlemania 9 March 28, 1993
As we end January 2019 we have health updates on a few retired wrestlers, a discussion about David Benoit, and a brief mention about the new iMPACT world champion. Then, it's time to watch a "hidden gem" as we check out the USA Network special titled "March to Wrestlemania 9". Will Kamala learn how to pin someone? Can Crush catch some octopus? Is Shawn Michaels really threatening to scalp a Native American? Find out the answers in this thrilling episode of Retro Wrestling Podcast! Review starts ...
Jan 30, 2020•1 hr 3 min
WWF Raw is War July 2, 2001
This week we discuss the passing of Pampero Firpo and the overall treatment of legends by the WWE. We also discuss a few other news and notes from the first week of 2020. Then, it's time to review one of the strangest main events from Raw history as WCW "invaded" Raw and held a WCW title match between Buff Bagwell and Booker T. Review starts at 42:46.
Jan 13, 2020•2 hr 9 min
WCW Thunder March 21, 2001
In our final episode of 2019, Alex and Patrick talk about the TLC and NWA pay-per-views from December. Patrick also recaps the Bobby Eaton tribute show. We talk about the recent WWE releases as well as the general state of wrestling headed into 2020. Finally, we review the final episode of WCW Thunder. Will there be anything worth watching on this series finale of WCW's B-show? (Spoiler: No) Review starts at 53:07.
Dec 25, 2019•1 hr 58 min
Battle Royal At Royal Albert Hall
In this week's show Alex and Patrick have a lengthy discussion about Jim Cornette and political correctness. We talk a little bit about the Undertaker's interview with Steve Austin. Then, we dive into the Battle Royal at The Royal Albert Hall featuring a sad Andre The Giant run-in and about 50 Mean Gene interviews. Enjoy! Review begins at 1:15:50.
Dec 13, 2019•1 hr 44 min
WWF One Night Only 1997
This week we discuss FS1 hiring CM Punk to join the panel of WWE backstage, we take one final look at the fiasco from WWE's trip to Saudi Arabia, Alex complains about the price point of AEW pay-per-views, and Patrick is excited for a new video game called Retrofest. Then, we review WWF One Night Only from September of 1997 where British Bulldog put his WWF European Championship on the line against Shawn Michaels. It was a long night for the Hart Foundation over in England. We're also treated to ...
Nov 21, 2019•2 hr 7 min
WCW Uncensored 1997
This week Alex and Patrick talk about WWE's stumble in Saudi Arabia, NWA Power, and the disaster known as WWE 2k20. Then, it's time to go back to 1997 to review WCW Uncensored featuring a terrible main event where Team Piper (version 2.0) took on Team WCW (featuring only 3 of the 4 members) and team NWO (featuring Dennis Rodman's interference)...and STING...doing...nothing! Plus: The American Males EXPLODE. It's all in this exciting WCW pay-per-view offering. The review starts at 1:05:46. Enjoy!
Nov 07, 2019•2 hr 34 min
WWF Sunday Night Heat Debut Episode August 2, 1998
This week Alex reviews the first episode of WWF Sunday Night Heat which introduced the world to Shane-O-Mac.
Oct 19, 2019•36 min
WWF Smackdown Series Debut August 26, 1999
This week Alex and Patrick talk all the happening from the first week of October 2019 including the debut of AEW Dynamite and the NWA Power tapings. We share our thoughts on the first Smackdown on FOX and the rebooted Raw on USA Network. We also briefly mention a few news items including CM Punk auditioning for a WWE FS1 show and Jeff Hardy's latest DWI arrest. Then, we review the first (second) episode of WWF Smackdown from August of 1999 as Triple H does battle with The Rock for the WWF Title....
Oct 11, 2019•1 hr 34 min
WWF Smackdown Pilot Episode April 29, 1999
Heading into one of the biggest weeks in pro wrestling history we discuss the impending changes coming to WWE programming including the move to Fox, roster changes, commentator changes, and the looming AEW/NXT showdown. Patrick is also very excited about the NWA tapings happening this week. We also discuss the return of Johnny Nitro/Mundo/Impact to the WWE. Then, it's time to revisit the blue brand's first outing on UPN and the formation of two terrible stables: The Corporate Ministry and UPYORS...
Sep 28, 2019•1 hr 34 min
ECW Gangsta's Paradise
This week we talk about the upcoming NWA tapings in Atlanta. We discuss the big changes coming to WWE television with Smackdown's move to FOX and NXT's move to the USA Network. We also discuss the RevPro referee incident and Big Cass's struggle at a WrestlePro event. Then, it's time to go back to 1995 and review an ECW card featuring a cage match and all the Dudleys (except the ones you probably know) as we keep spendin' most our lives reviewin' Gangsta's Paradise. Review starts at 1:02:10
Sep 18, 2019•1 hr 43 min
RWP EXTRA: WWE Raw September 15, 2014
In a RWP Extra we look at the go home show before Night of Champions 2014 and John Cena's foray into kidnapping and hostage taking as he tries to get Paul Heyman to make Brock Lesnar show up to work. Enjoy!
Sep 14, 2019•53 min
WCW Fall Brawl 1994
In this week's episode we talk NXT coming to the USA Network. Are Enzo and Cass headed back to the WWE? We discuss a couple of notable female performer departures from both AEW and WWE. Then, we get into our review of WCW Fall Brawl 1994 featuring the main event: an 8 minute phone call between Ric Flair and Hulk Hogan (and a War Games match featuring Dusty, Dustin, and the Nasty Boys taking on the Stud Stable). When the leaves start fallin' the guys at WCW would typically start brawlin'. Enjoy! ...
Sep 06, 2019•1 hr 39 min
NWA Starrcade 1983
In this week's episode we look back at the epic encounter between Ric Flair and Harley race at the 1983 edition of Starrcade. It's a show chosen by Patrick to remember one of his favorite wrestlers after Harley passed away earlier this month at the age of 76. Please enjoy this special Retro Wrestling Review of Starrcade 1983. Follow us on twitter @retrowpodcast or visit retrowrestlingpodcast.com
Aug 28, 2019•1 hr 37 min
WWF Summerslam 1992
This week Patrick gives us an update on Jerry Lawler and his endless feuds with movie actors, an injury update on Rachel Ellering, and news about Kevin Nash and Ryback both having stem cell surgeries. Then, Alex goes on a rant about stadiums. Finally, we get to the review of the biggest Summerslam ever from Wembley stadium and the epic showdown between Bret Hart and The British Bulldog. The review starts at 41:17.
Aug 16, 2019•1 hr 56 min
RWP EXTRA: WWF Raw is War July 28, 1997
This week, we don't have a review. So Alex reviews the go-home episode of Raw is War heading into 1997's WWF Summerslam. Review starts at 16:09. Enjoy!
Aug 11, 2019•59 min
NWA Great American Bash July 26, 1986
This week Patrick and Alex discuss Vince's simple summary of AEW, Finn Balor's impending exit, and the Raw Reunion. Then it's time to review a WWE "Hidden Gem" of the July 26th edition of the Great American Bash where Dusty Rhodes takes on Ric Flair in what would be one of Dusty's most memorable title wins. Review starts at 48:42.
Aug 01, 2019•1 hr 22 min
WWE Night of Champions 2009
This week we discuss Alexa Bliss getting upset over rude fans, health updates on Harley Race and Mickie James, and discuss the death of the WWE house show. Then it's time to go back to 2009 where CM Punk and Jeff Hardy were on top of the card (it must be a new era, right?) at Night of Champions where we also got the debut of JeriShow. Review starts at 34:54. Enjoy!
Jul 26, 2019•1 hr 22 min
WWE Backlash 2004
This week we discuss Tamina's injury and the role of managers in pro wrestling. We briefly discuss the strange text message scandal that got Tyrus a promotion on the Fox News streaming service. Alex makes a few incorrect predictions for Extreme Rules (doh!) and then it's time to head back 15 years to Randy Orton's breakthrough match against Mick Foley at Backlash 2004. The review starts at 26:16.
Jul 19, 2019•1 hr 7 min
ECW Heatwave 2000
This week Patrick and Alex discuss the role of intergender wrestling and their differing opinions of its benefit to the industry, Alex talks about his love for Court Bauer and MLW, Patrick runs down the two big matches happening at AAA's Triplemania, and Alex and Patrick discuss Jerry Lawler's current situation with his former podcasting partner(s). Then, it's time to head out to Los Angeles and review the dreary dying days of ECW as we look at Heatwave 2000 and the bloody encounter between Jerr...
Jul 12, 2019•1 hr 50 min
WCW Great American Bash 1989
Happy Birthday America!! There's really no better way to celebrate our independence than with some professional wrestling. This week we discuss the new hiring of old faces at the WWE, a referee getting robbed, and a wrestling show in Indiana that got a little too extreme. Then, it's time to head back 30 years ago to WCW's annual patriot romp where Nature Boy Ric Flair faced Terry Funk for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship and The Fabulous Freebirds and Headshrinkers team up to take on The M...
Jul 04, 2019•2 hr 5 min
TNA Lockdown 2008
This week we discuss the role of blood in professional wrestling matches, we discuss the poor ticket sales from WWE's Stomping Grounds, and we discuss whether a few 2nd generation stars will ever make their way to (or back to) the WWE. Then, it's time to get locked in the cage for TNA's annual tribute to steel as we review TNA Lockdown 2008. A show that featured a big main event between Samoa Joe and Kurt Angle PLUS Road Dogg vs. Billy Gunn. What more do you need? Review starts at 1:07:30. Enjoy...
Jun 27, 2019•2 hr 10 min
WCW Thunder April 26, 2000
We're back after a brief hiatus to review a "historic" episode of WCW Thunder where David Arquette somehow finds himself in a WCW World Championship match, Sting can't find the shower, and Tank Abbott looks for Ghostberg. We also discuss the 2019 rebirth of Jon Moxley and his Talk is Jericho appearance. The review starts at 1:04:12. Enjoy!
Jun 14, 2019•2 hr 48 min
WWF Wrestlemania 10
On this week's Retro Wrestling Podcast we review the two major wrestling pay-per-views we missed since our last episode which were WWE's Money in the Bank and AEW's Double or Nothing. Then, we talk about the life of Owen Hart who passed away 20 years ago and review his standout match with his brother Bret from Wrestlemania 10 (as well as the rest of the show), The review starts around 1:06:00. Enjoy!
May 29, 2019•2 hr 30 min
WWF Summerslam 1998: Highway To Hell
In this week's episode of Retro Wrestling Podcast we reflect on the life of Ashley Massaro. Make our Money in The Bank 2019 picks (they were way off) We discuss the price point of Double or Nothing and Ric Flair's health scare. Then, it's time to go back to the hottest time in professional wrestling...the summer of 1998 for the WWF's biggest Summerslam ever. Are Kane and Taker working together? Maybe. Find out in our review of Summerslam 98. The review begins at 44:00.
May 23, 2019•1 hr 45 min
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