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The Retro Wrestling Archive Podcast Network is a home for nostalgia pro wrestling podcasts featuring interviews, reviews, recaps, and deep dives into the people, promotions, and moments that shaped wrestling history. Our network includes original in-house shows like The Retro Wrestling Re-View Podcasts, Beyond Wrestling, Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich, and LIVE from the Archive!, along with affiliate podcasts such as STSPod, The Hang, Talkin' off the Top Rope, and Get Your Bell Rung, among others. Presented in association with Jackson Media Creations, the Retro Wrestling Archive Podcast Network is dedicated to one mission: preserving pro wrestling history.

  1. Huge Pop Entertainment Presents...A Conversation with Rick Allen A.K.A. Sunny Beach

    1 day ago

    Huge Pop Entertainment Presents...A Conversation with Rick Allen A.K.A. Sunny Beach

    On this episode of Huge Pop Entertainment Presents…Huge Pop sits down with former WWF, UWF, All Japan, and independent wrestling talent Rick Allen, better known to fans as Sunny Beach, for a wide ranging look at his life in and around the wrestling business. Rick talks about growing up as a wrestling fan after moving from Chicago to Jacksonville, Florida, where Championship Wrestling from Florida became part of his Saturday routine. Living close to the Jacksonville Coliseum and knowing Eddie Graham’s family helped expose him early to the world of Florida wrestling, and he quickly became hooked on names like Dusty Rhodes, Kevin Sullivan, the Brisco Brothers, Mike Graham, Steve Keirn, Stan Hansen, Harley Race, and others. One of the strongest threads throughout the interview is Rick’s respect for the people who helped him along the way. Whether he’s talking about Dusty Rhodes inspiring him as a kid, Bruno Sammartino helping him get into the UWF, Stan Hansen remaining one of his closest friends, or the old-timers teaching him how to save money and carry himself in the business, Sunny Beach comes across as someone who truly valued the lessons he learned. He also shares some great stories about Mick Foley, describing their matches before the hardcore style became mainstream, with fights spilling into parking lots, bleachers, tables, chairs, and whatever else was available. Rick makes it clear that Foley cared deeply about giving fans their money’s worth, even if there were only a few hundred people in the building. This episode is a great listen for fans of late-80s and early-90s wrestling, especially anyone interested in WWF enhancement talent, Herb Abrams’ UWF, Florida wrestling, All Japan, the independent scene, and the kind of journeyman career that took a wrestler all over the world. Sunny Beach has stories for days, and Huge Pop gives him plenty of room to tell them. Follow Huge Pop Entertainment on Facebook at facebook.com/HugepopPodcast Subscribe to their YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/@HUGEPOPWRESTLING ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1hr 3min
  2. The Hang Episode 7 - The Even More Magnificent Seven Featuring Cosmic Horrorshow

    1 day ago

    The Hang Episode 7 - The Even More Magnificent Seven Featuring Cosmic Horrorshow

    They’re back again with another episode of The Hang, and this week Alex Jaffe is on the road and holding down hosting duties for “The Even More Magnificent Seven.” This one brings a few interesting matches to the table, along with my personal favorite Dramatic Reading yet, so you already know the energy is going to be a little weird in all the best ways. This episode features Angela from Cosmic Horrorshow, and that just makes the whole thing feel even more right. As always, we keep it loose, fun, and just chaotic enough to feel like exactly what The Hang is supposed to be. A special shoutout to Shovel and Precious Juggalos:https://linktr.ee/PreciousJuggalos You can find Uncle Frank at:https://www.facebook.com/realizzyhigh Find Alex Jaffe at:https://www.facebook.com/theonetheonlythejhttps://www.instagram.com/alexjaffecomedy/ Find Angela and Cosmic Horrorshow at: https://www.cosmichorrorshow.com/ Find J.R. Butcher at:https://linktr.ee/J.R.Butcher Find Mya Mayhem at:‪@myamfbarton2711‬ Music by The HooliganZ‪@RepentToThe26‬ Find Kendo at:‪@ProloProductions313‬ Check out RWA: ‪@RetroWrestlingArchive‬ And Fannin’s Flashbacks at:‪@sportsfannin ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1hr 13min
  3. RWR WCCW Podcast Ep. 4 (5/29/82) Fritz Von Erich Heads Toward His Final Match

    1 day ago

    RWR WCCW Podcast Ep. 4 (5/29/82) Fritz Von Erich Heads Toward His Final Match

    ***Watch the show along with Robb & Scottie at the link below*** https://rumble.com/v7boa2a-rwr-wccw-podcast-ep.-4-52982-fritz-von-erich-heads-toward-his-final-match.html Episode #4 of the Retro Wrestling Re-View WCCW Podcast takes Robb Helt and Scottie Wince back to the May 29, 1982 episode of World Class Championship Wrestling, as WCCW keeps building toward the huge Texas Stadium show and Fritz Von Erich’s upcoming retirement match. This week, the Sportatorium is hot, the windows are open, the crowd is loud, and the show continues pushing the growing war between the Von Erich family and H&H Limited. King Kong Bundy is now fully locked in as a dangerous paid weapon for Gary Hart and Arman Hussein, with a bounty style bonus waiting every time he takes out another Von Erich. This week’s card includes: Wild Bill Irwin vs. Ken MantellThe Magic Dragon vs. Kim DukThe Great Kabuki vs. Al MadrilBugsy McGraw vs. Boogaloo ShaftKerry Von Erich vs. King Kong BundyThe show features a strong promo segment with H&H Limited, Bugsy McGraw, and Fritz Von Erich. Fritz talks about his final match taking place at Texas Stadium, his goal of taking the American title back from Bundy, and his desire to devote himself to helping his sons become world champions. There’s also a very funny moment where Fritz accidentally calls Mark Lowrance “Mike,” which Robb absolutely does not let slide. Then comes the main event: Kerry Von Erich vs. King Kong Bundy. Kerry looks like a star, Bundy is working harder now that he’s in there with the Von Erich boys, and the bounty angle gives the match real purpose. The finish may not be satisfying, but it keeps the Bundy/Von Erich issue moving and sets up Kevin Von Erich vs. Bundy for the following week. This episode keeps WCCW moving in the right direction. It still has some rough patches, but the major angles are starting to click. Kabuki feels dangerous, Bundy feels like a serious threat, H&H Limited has heat, and the Von Erich family story is starting to become the engine of the show. If you’re following WCCW from the beginning, Episode #4 is another step toward the promotion catching fire. The Texas Stadium build is on, Bundy is collecting money for hurting Von Erichs, and Kerry vs. Bundy gives the show the kind of main-event energy World Class was built on. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1hr 1min
  4. Cassette Wrestling News Episode #22 (1991)

    1 day ago

    Cassette Wrestling News Episode #22 (1991)

    Episode #22 stands as a strong snapshot of CWN during its fully evolved phase, part news source, part fan culture hub, part proto-podcast entertainment format capturing both the factual developments and emotional fan reaction shaping wrestling’s early-1990s transformation. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1hr 20min
  5. Rollin' Into Mempho Episode # 10 - 5/1/21

    1 day ago

    Rollin' Into Mempho Episode # 10 - 5/1/21

    Brian Tramel is once again Rollin’ into Memphis covering the 5/1/21 episode of Championship Wrestling from Memphis ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    25 min
  6. RWR Continental Wrestling Podcast Ep. 10 (5/14/85) The Armstrongs Get Betrayed.....AGAIN!

    1 day ago

    RWR Continental Wrestling Podcast Ep. 10 (5/14/85) The Armstrongs Get Betrayed.....AGAIN!

    On Episode #10 of the Retro Wrestling Re-View Continental Wrestling Podcast, Gene Jackson and Robb Helt return to Birmingham, Alabama for the September 14, 1985 episode of Continental Championship Wrestling, and this week brings another classic dose of Alabama heat, Gordon Solie greatness, Fuller family violence, Armstrong family suffering, and yet another reminder that trusting “Dirty” Dick Slater is never a good idea. Gene and Robb pick back up after the September 7th episode and continue the run of available Continental footage, with Gordon Solie guiding the action and plenty of attention on the upcoming Alabama Heavyweight Title tournament. There is also talk of the NWA, Ric Flair, Tommy Rich, the Great American Bash tour, and the usual Continental mix of serious wrestling, old-school promos, and absolute chaos. The main story of the week is the Armstrong family once again getting dragged into a war where the numbers keep getting worse. Scott Armstrong has already been injured by the Fullers and Jimmy Golden, so Brad and Steve bring in Dick Slater to even the odds. On paper, that sounds like a solid plan. In reality, it is Dick Slater, which means the betrayal clock starts ticking the second he walks out. There is also a lot of fun surrounding the Alabama Title tournament, with nearly everyone on the roster talking about what it would mean to win the belt. Bill Ash wants the money, The Nightmares want the prestige, Roy Lee Welch wants to follow Bob Armstrong’s footsteps, Brickhouse Brown wants to make a statement, and Roberto Soto just wants everyone to say his name right. Episode #10 is a strong Continental watch: good tag team wrestling, serious promos, Gordon Solie being Gordon Solie, Tommy Rich defending the Continental Title against the Flame, the Nightmares looking great, and the Fullers once again making life miserable for the Armstrong family. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1hr 11min
  7. RWR USWA Podcast Ep. 109: (11/23/91) The Candyman Cometh… Unfortunately

    2 days ago

    RWR USWA Podcast Ep. 109: (11/23/91) The Candyman Cometh… Unfortunately

    As we open Episode #109, Corey Maclin is still in the mix alongside Dave Brown, and the USWA seems to be deep in a “throwing s*** at the wall” phase. The Spirit of America is back, the Gravedigger is back, Nate the Rat has money for some reason and is threatening to cremate Jeff Jarrett , Reggie B. Fine has apparently found religion and the board game, Candy Land and has turned into the “Candyman”, and Jerry Lawler is trying to explain a Thanksgiving “turkey match” while wearing one of the ugliest outfits he has ever worn on television. Gene, Josh, and BT spend a lot of time trying to figure out exactly what happened to the show. Not long ago, 1991 USWA felt like one of the strongest runs they had covered, with Eric Embry, Jeff Jarrett, Robert Fuller, Dr. Tom Prichard, Bill Dundee, “Uncle Danny”, and the Texas vs. Tennessee war keeping things moving. Now, suddenly, the show is full of Gravediggers, Candy Men, Spirit of America garbage bags, turkey feathers, blowtorches, weird rankings, and gimmicks that feel more like someone trying to copy WWF without fully understanding why any of it worked. That makes the episode frustrating as wrestling TV, but very funny as podcast material, which will leave you feeling just as “turkeyfied” as Tony Falk when it’s over. Episode #109 is full of bad gimmicks, strange decisions, hilarious commentary, and that very specific kind of Memphis wrestling weirdness where even when the show is falling apart, you still can’t look away (unless your Josh in 1991).  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1hr 37min
  8. Rick Del Santo's Classic Wrestling Talk w/"the Illustrious" Johnnie Stewart

    3 days ago

    Rick Del Santo's Classic Wrestling Talk w/"the Illustrious" Johnnie Stewart

    On this episode of Rick Del Santo’s Classic Wrestling Talk, Rick welcomes “The Illustrious” Jonnie Stewart for a funny, honest, and wide-open conversation about breaking into wrestling, surviving the road, and looking back on a career that crossed paths with Memphis, the AWA, WWF, Windy City Wrestling, WCW, Japan, and more. Jonnie starts by talking about growing up as a wrestling fan in Chicago, watching Dick the Bruiser on WGN, going to the International Amphitheater as a kid, and immediately knowing he wanted to be part of the business. From there, he explains how he took a scholarship to Memphis State partly because wrestling was so big in Memphis, and how hard it really was to break into pro wrestling in 1986. What makes this interview stand out is how self-aware Jonnie is about his own career. He does not come on bitter, blaming everybody else, or pretending he was robbed of superstardom. Instead, he talks openly about the breaks he got, the mistakes he made, the opportunities he missed, and the reality that wrestling in the 80s and 90s could be a dangerous, political, exhausting business. There are plenty of wild stories here, but there is also a lot of perspective. Jonnie talks about paying dues, learning from veterans, understanding psychology, protecting the business, dealing with the road, and why sometimes being talented is not enough if the lifestyle does not fit who you are. This is a great listen for fans of old-school territory wrestling, Memphis, the AWA, Windy City Wrestling, and the strange in-between world of 80s and 90s independent wrestling. Jonnie Stewart is funny, blunt, reflective, and still very much “illustrious” when he starts telling stories. Check out more great stuff from Rick Del Santo on his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRickDelSanto Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprofrickdelsanto ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1hr 3min
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The Retro Wrestling Archive Podcast Network is a home for nostalgia pro wrestling podcasts featuring interviews, reviews, recaps, and deep dives into the people, promotions, and moments that shaped wrestling history. Our network includes original in-house shows like The Retro Wrestling Re-View Podcasts, Beyond Wrestling, Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich, and LIVE from the Archive!, along with affiliate podcasts such as STSPod, The Hang, Talkin' off the Top Rope, and Get Your Bell Rung, among others. Presented in association with Jackson Media Creations, the Retro Wrestling Archive Podcast Network is dedicated to one mission: preserving pro wrestling history.

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