On this episode of To Be The Man, Ric is answering YOUR questions on another fun edition of Ask Naitch Anything! Topics include the Paul brothers in WWE, Jeff Jarrett in AEW, favorite robe, the Von Erichs, Brad Armstrong, WarGames, and much more! TITLE MATCH NETWORK - TitleMatchNetwork.com is the perfect gift for the holiday season. Save 50% Off All New Memberships w/ Coupon Code conrad (all lower case at checkout). If you don’t like what you see, cancel anytime. That’s TitleMatchNetwork.com wit...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 29
On this episode Ric and Conrad revisit a 5-star classic between Ric Flair and Terry Funk from Clash of Champions in 1989. Hear all about the buildup, the Great American Bash, working with Funk, the piledriver on the table, and so much more on this episode of 'To Be The Man!' WOOOOO WINGS - Wooooo! Wings, a virtual restaurant concept from The Man himself, the Nature Boy Ric Flair. Enjoy the legendary flavors and world championship wings by ordering with your Uber Eats or Postmates app. Wooooo! Wi...
Nov 02, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 28
Ric and Conrad are back with a new episode of TO BE THE MAN! After covering some current events going on in the business (MJF, Kevin Nash's tragedy, CM Punk, Logan Paul), the guys cover Flair's WWF Championship title loss to Bret Hart on a house show in 1992. Why was it non-televised? Why Bret? Who would he have preferred to drop the title to if not Bret? The answers to all of those questions plus more on Vince, Warrior, working Japan, and so much more! WOOLWORTH THEATER - Shiners is the hottest...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 27
On this episode of To Be The Man, we take a look back at a number of Ric's thoughts and experiences working with the legendary Bret Hart. WOOLWORTH THEATER - Shiners is the hottest new show in Nashville that blends cirque, broadway and comedy into one electrifying production. Located in downtown Nashville at the brand new Woolworth Theatre! Enjoy some delicious signature cocktails and ice cold beer while you watch the show! You won’t want to miss this if you live in or near Nashville or are head...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 26
On this episode of To Be The Man, the Greatest Of All Time, Ric Flair answers all your burning questions about the state of the business, his career and what's happening now in the cultural icons life! RECTEQ - Visit recteq.com and use the code NATUREBOY to get 5% off SITEWIDE! That’s 5% off their top-notch wood pellet grills, one-of a kind RECTEQ ICER coolers, chef-tested rubs and sauces, accessories, merchandise, everything, 5% off! WOOOOO WINGS - Wooooo! Wings, a virtual restaurant concept fr...
Oct 12, 2022•1 hr 18 min
On this episode of To Be The Man, WWE 2X Hall of Famer and 16X World Champion Ric Flair and host Conrad Thompson discuss the impact and career of the legendary Antonio Inoki. The guys also celebrate the historic 50 year career of Ric Flair. RECTEQ - Visit recteq.com and use the code NATUREBOY to get 5% off SITEWIDE! That’s 5% off their top-notch wood pellet grills, one-of a kind RECTEQ ICER coolers, chef-tested rubs and sauces, accessories, merchandise, everything, 5% off! CARSHIELD - CarShield ...
Oct 05, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 24
Due to hurricane conditions in the Tampa area, we are taking a look back at some of Ric's thoughts and experiences with Jim Cornette! We also get the pleasure of listening to the last time Ric and Jim recorded a show together. We all hope Ric and the people of Florida stay safe during this major storm. RECTEQ - Visit recteq.com and use the code NATUREBOY to get 5% off SITEWIDE! That’s 5% off their top-notch wood pellet grills, one-of a kind RECTEQ ICER coolers, chef-tested rubs and sauces, acces...
Sep 28, 2022•1 hr 17 min
Ric's last match against the man he was synonymous with throughout his career...the man they call Sting! The first Nitro, the last Nitro, Clash of the Champions, and the reason why we're here today - Ric's match vs. Sting on TNA Impact on September 15, 2011. Did Ric know at the time it was going to be the last time with Sting? RECTEQ - Visit recteq.com and use the code NATUREBOY to get 5% off SITEWIDE! That’s 5% off their top-notch wood pellet grills, one-of a kind RECTEQ ICER coolers, chef-test...
Sep 21, 2022•1 hr 7 min
This week we look back at some of Ric's recent takes on all things AEW. Topics include MJF, Punk, Omega, Page, Claudio, William Regal, too much swearing, and more! ATHLETIC GREENS - Right now, it's time to reclaim your health and arm your immue system with convenient, daily nutrition! It's just one scoop in a cup of water every day. That's it! No need for a million different pills and supplements to look out for your health. To make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1x year su...
Sep 14, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 21
On this episode of To Be The Man, the Greatest Of All Time, Ric Flair answers all your burning questions about the state of the business, his career and what's happening now in the cultural icons life! CARSHIELD - CarShield helps protect my wallet from expensive car repairs, and they’ll do the same for you! Go to CarShield.com/Podcast to start your plan and lock in your pricing forever. A deductible may apply. RECTEQ - Visit recteq.com and use the code NATUREBOY to get 5% off SITEWIDE! That’s 5%...
Sep 07, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 20
On this episode of To Be The Man, Ric and Conrad discuss the title change in Hershey involving Ric and Randy Savage that had to be taped several times due to Vince McMahon's dissatisfaction. Plus, the SummerSlam build in London with Ric not wrestling, and more! RECTEQ -Visit recteq.com and use the code NATUREBOY to get 5% off SITEWIDE! That’s 5% off their top-notch wood pellet grills, one-of a kind RECTEQ ICER coolers, chef-tested rubs and sauces, accessories, merchandise, everything, 5% off! IW...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 19
On this week's episode of 'To Be The Man' Ric and Conrad are covering the 1993 'Loser Leaves Town' match against "Mr. Perfect" Curt Henning. Ric opens up about what led to the match, dropping the title, Mr. Perfect, Bobby Heenan, and so much more! ATHLETIC GREENS - Right now, it's time to reclaim your health and arm your immune system with convenient, daily nutrition! It's just one scoop in a cup of water every day. To make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1x year supply of i...
Aug 24, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 18
This week Ric and Conrad look back and Ric's first WWF debut. Hear all about his signing, booking leading our of WCW, Bobby Heenan, who he wanted t work in WWF, and so much more on To Be The Man! RECTEQ - Visit recteq.com and use the code NATUREBOY to get 5% off SITEWIDE! That’s 5% off their top-notch wood pellet grills, one-of a kind RECTEQ ICER coolers, chef-tested rubs and sauces, accessories, merchandise, everything, 5% off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 17, 2022•58 min•Ep. 17
Ric and Conrad are back to put a cap on all things Ric Flair's Last Match! Hear behind the scenes details about the build-up, event, and the aftermath as well as candid stories about Hall of Fame guests on and off camera in Nashville and even Ric's headlines from Puerto Rico this past weekend. CARSHIELD - CarShield helps protect my wallet from expensive car repairs, and they’ll do the same for you! Go to CarShield.com/Podcast to start your plan and lock in your pricing forever. A deductible may ...
Aug 10, 2022•1 hr 22 min
It's a special edition of To Be The Man this week! On the heels of Ric Flair's Last Match, guest host, radio and podcaster, Tim Battle, is joined by a roundtable of wrestling media personalities for an open discussion about Sunday night's event. Roundtable guests include ESPN's Jonathan Hood, Sportskeeda's Kevin Kellum, Bleacher Report's Graham Matthews and WrestleZone's Bill Prichard! ATHLETIC GREENS - Right now, it's time to reclaim your health and arm your immue system with convenient, daily ...
Aug 03, 2022•1 hr 31 min
On this special edition of To Be The Man, Ric is joined by David Crockett as they talk about the upcoming match in Nashville and respond to many of the things Jeff and his family have said recently about Ric Flair, but also the Crockett family! CARSHIELD - CarShield helps protect my wallet from expensive car repairs, and they’ll do the same for you! Go to CarShield.com/Podcast to start your plan and lock in your pricing forever. A deductible may apply. RECTEQ - Visit recteq.com and use the code ...
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 31 min
Conrad and Ric are back with less than two weeks until Ric Flair's Last Match in Nashville. The episode begins with part two of the documentary series covering Ric's journey followed by a candid discussion of the events covered, Jeff Jarrett & Jay Lethal, and Ric's mindset leading into the historic event. To lighten the mood they turn back the clock to Starrcade '85 'The Gathering' and watch Ric's main event championship defense against the one and only Dusty Rhodes. IWTV - IWTV.LIVE is inde...
Jul 20, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 13
On this episode of To Be The Man, the guys look back at two different interviews specifically focused on stories about the late, great, hall of famer Rowdy Roddy Piper. Hear from 'Nasty Boy' Brian Knobbs as well as legendary 'Stooge' Gerald Brisco for Piper tales in and out of the ring you'll have to hear to believe! ATHLETIC GREENS - Fill nutrient gaps, promote gut health, and support whole-body vitality with AG1. One daily serving delivers a comprehensive blend of 9 products—a multivitamin, mi...
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 12
Ric Flair's Last Match is almost here, and with the card coming together and so much happening we're revisiting a very special interview from the archives with the one and only Eric Bischoff. Hear all the drama and stories that unfold when Ric and Eric reconnect after many years and even witness the first interview between Conrad Thompson and Eric Bischoff that would go on into a great friendship but also a hit podcast '83 Weeks.' NOTE: The 2nd part of the interview does cut off abruptly after t...
Jul 06, 2022•2 hr 15 min•Ep. 11
With Conrad and Ric out preparing for Ric Flair's Last Match, we take a look back and various discussions, stories, and interviews with the one and only Immortal Hulk Hogan! Hear highlights covering everything from Hulk and Flair in WCW, the WrestleMania that never was, Hulk whipping David Flair on Nitro, and so much more! ATHLETIC GREENS - Fill nutrient gaps, promote gut health, and support whole-body vitality with AG1. One daily serving delivers a comprehensive blend of 9 products—a multivitam...
Jun 29, 2022•1 hr 51 min
On this episode of To Be The Man, the guys look back at the classic WOOOOO! Off between Ric Flair and Jay Lethal from IMPACT! Plus, we're joined by special guest, David Crockett, as we look ahead to Starrcast and Ric Flair's Last Match in Nashville next month! ATHLETIC GREENS - Fill nutrient gaps, promote gut health, and support whole-body vitality with AG1. One daily serving delivers a comprehensive blend of 9 products—a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, adaptogens and more—working together t...
Jun 22, 2022•49 min•Ep. 9
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Jun 15, 2022•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 8
On this episode of To Be The Man, Ric is in the hot seat for the latest installment of Ask Naitch Anything! Topics include Tully Blanchard as a babyface, Ric's relationship with Bret Hart, favorite territory to work as NWA champion, who else could have managed the Four Horsemen, and much more! ATHLETIC GREENS - Fill nutrient gaps, promote gut health, and support whole-body vitality with AG1. One daily serving delivers a comprehensive blend of 9 products—a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, adap...
Jun 08, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 7
Ric and Conrad prepare for Ric Flair's Last Match coming up at Starrcast in July by revisiting Ric's WWE send-off against Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania 24 in Orlando. It's an emotional watch along you don't want to miss! ATHLETIC GREENS - Fill nutrient gaps, promote gut health, and support whole-body vitality with AG1. One daily serving delivers a comprehensive blend of 9 products—a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, adaptogens and more—working together to deliver your strongest foundation for...
Jun 01, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Ric and Conrad are joined with fellow legend Ricky Morton of the Rock n' Roll Express talk about Flair's upcoming farewell match and even watch a classic match of their own as Ric and Lex Luger battle the Rock n' Roll Express from 1987! ATHLETIC GREENS - Fill nutrient gaps, promote gut health, and support whole-body vitality with AG1. One daily serving delivers a comprehensive blend of 9 products—a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, adaptogens and more—working together to deliver your strongest...
May 25, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Fresh off the announcement of Ric Flair's Last Match at Starrcast V in July, JCP's own David Crockett joins Ric and Conrad to talk about the big event and reminisce on old times watching a Ric Flair classic against Ricky Morton from The Great American Bash in Charlotte back in 1986! LEGACY SUPPLEMENTS - sports supplements that you can trust, get 10% off your entire order at LegacySupps.com with the promo code 'FLAIR' RIC FLAIR'S LAST MATCH - be a part of history! Get your tickets at RicFlairsLas...
May 18, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 27
On this episode of To Be The Man, "The Nature Boy" is in the hot seat answering your questions! Topics include Nick Bockwinkel, Crockett purchasing the UWF, Evolution, Charlotte main eventing WrestleMania, Randy Savage, and much more! RIC FLAIR SHOP - to be the man, you have to dress like the man! Get all your Ric Flair merch at RicFlairShop.com! SAVE WITH CONRAD - If you have credit card debt or in a 30 year loan? Well, we can help you get out of that pinch and save money at the same time! Head...
May 11, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 26
On this episode of To Be The Man, Ric and Conrad sit down and revisit one of the biggest and best matches in Ric's Hall of Fame career, the first in the trilogy of matches with Ricky Steamboat. It's Ric Flair vs. Ricky Steamboat for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship at the Chi-Town Rumble from February 20, 1989! RIC FLAIR SHOP - to be the man, you have to dress like the man! Get all your Ric Flair merch at RicFlairShop.com! SAVE WITH CONRAD - If you have credit card debt or in a 30 year loa...
May 04, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 25
"It's good to be back home!" On this debut episode of the revamped podcast 'To Be The Man' Ric Flair and Conrad Thompson discuss and watch the main event from the first ever Clash of the Champions from Greensboro, NC as Ric defends the World Heavyweight Title against Sting! RIC FLAIR SHOP - to be the man, you have to dress like the man! Get all your Ric Flair merch at RicFlairShop.com! SAVE WITH CONRAD - If you have credit card debt or in a 30 year loan? Well, we can help you get out of that pin...
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 21 min
On this episode of Ric Flair Wooooo Nation Uncensored, the 2x WWE Hall of Famer is joined by fellow wrestling legends and Hall of Famers, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat and Ricky Morton. The trio discuss stories from their legendary careers. SAVE WITH CONRAD - If you have credit card debt or in a 30 year loan? Well, we can help you get out of that pinch and save money at the same time! Head over to SaveWithConrad.com for a quick quote. GOLIATH LIFE INSURANCE - protect yourself and the ones you lov...
Apr 20, 2022•1 hr 32 min
