The Lapsed Fan

The Lapsed Fan co-chairmen bring a unique chemistry and perspective to discussion of the pro wrestling of lore, reviewing archived pay-per-views with a fresh set of eyes, and identifying just what it was that made wrestling better – or, often, worse – in years past. Consider it the definitive audio guide to the archived shows in your WWE Network. Or don't, but be sure to listen for the spills and thrills.

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Episodes

TLF Remembers Hulk Hogan on Josh Nason's Punch Out

Jul 24, 2025•50 min

Ep. 425: WCW's Bash at the Beach 1994 (Part 3 Deep Dive)

Jul 23, 2025•4 hr 48 min

Ep. 425: WCW's Bash at the Beach 1994 (Part 2 of 3)

Jul 17, 2025•4 hr 39 min

Ep. 425: WCW's Bash at the Beach 1994 (Part 1 of 3)

Jul 17, 2025•4 hr 10 min

TLF Special Interview: PJ Landers

Jul 11, 2025•56 min

Ep. 424: The Coliseum Collection - Best of the WWF Vol. 8 (Part 2)

Jul 10, 2025•2 hr 13 min

Ep. 424: The Coliseum Collection - Best of the WWF Vol. 8 (Part 1)

Jul 09, 2025•2 hr 56 min

TLF LIVE! Special Interview: Ray Gootz

The Lapsed Fan LIVE! August 3, 2025 12:00PM The Comedy Village 352 W 44th Street New York, NY 10036

Jul 08, 2025•1 hr 4 min

Ep. 423: 'The Coliseum Collection' - The Macho Man Randy Savage & Elizabeth (Part 2)

Jul 06, 2025•2 hr 37 min

Ep. 423: 'The Coliseum Collection' - The Macho Man Randy Savage & Elizabeth (Part 1)

Jul 05, 2025•2 hr 42 min

Ep. 422: 'The Coliseum Collection - WWF's Explosive TNT Show (Part 1)

The Lapsed Fan Podcast explores WWF's "Explosive TNT Show" (Part 1), a unique Coliseum Collection entry revealing the early, outlandish creativity of Vince McMahon. The hosts dissect the show's bizarre skits, its unexpected success on USA Network, and its role in shaping wrestling's mainstream appeal. They also delve into wrestler portrayals, filming anecdotes, and the show's broader impact on wrestling's image and advertising.

Jun 26, 2025•2 hr 4 min