50 episodes

Before the national expansion of Pro Wrestling the business was split into many different regional promotions referred to as "the territories". Each territory competed within their own regional boundaries with unqiue wrestling stars, championship belts, and local TV. We talk the good old days from the territory era, from the AWA to JCP, New York to Los Angeles, Memphis to Mid-South, Portland to Florida, Stampede to Maple Leaf, Houston to Dallas, well... you get the point!

Regional Rasslin' - Territory Talk The WrestleCopia Network

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Before the national expansion of Pro Wrestling the business was split into many different regional promotions referred to as "the territories". Each territory competed within their own regional boundaries with unqiue wrestling stars, championship belts, and local TV. We talk the good old days from the territory era, from the AWA to JCP, New York to Los Angeles, Memphis to Mid-South, Portland to Florida, Stampede to Maple Leaf, Houston to Dallas, well... you get the point!

    Episode 49: Georgia Wrestling AUGUST 1981 (New Champ, Superstar Back, A GIANT Surprise!)

    Episode 49: Georgia Wrestling AUGUST 1981 (New Champ, Superstar Back, A GIANT Surprise!)

    This time on Regional Rasslin', Guest Jammie Ward returns to talk more 1981 in Georgia. We continue into the month of August as Tommy Rich is crowned the NEW Georgia Champion. Ken Patera leaves town. The Masked Superstar returns! Mr. Wrestling II is back! Terry Gordy & Jimmy Snuka dominate the tag scene, but Michael Hayes announces his new partner in crime, one ANDRE THE GIANT! Jammie Ward has a tremendous rant when he recalls whenever Turner Sports programming would interrupt his Saturday Night Rasslin' on TBS! Needless to say, lots of fun this week on the program!!!
    Available everywhere your Podcast Streaming needs are met.
    Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes a $5 “All Access” Tier featuring our Patreon Exclusive Watch-Along Series, our insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare & Regional Rasslin), Early Show Releases, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content that was originally edited out! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!
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    Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be!
    REGIONAL RASSLIN' PODCAST EPISODE #049Georgia Wrestling for August 3rd - 15th, 1981 (w/Guest Co-Host Jammie Ward)This time on Regional Rasslin', Guest Jammie Ward returns to talk more 1981 in Georgia. We continue into the month of August as Tommy Rich is crowned the NEW Georgia Champion. Ken Patera leaves town. The Masked Superstar returns! Mr. Wrestling II is back! Terry Gordy & Jimmy Snuka dominate the tag scene, but Michael Hayes announces his new partner in crime, one ANDRE THE GIANT! Jammie Ward has a tremendous rant when he recalls whenever Turner Sports programming would interrupt his Saturday Night Rasslin' on TBS! Needless to say, lots of fun this week on the program!!!


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    • 1 hr 44 min
    Episode 48: Memphis 1985 - Week 6 (Lawler vs. Gilbert, Jimmy Hart LEAVES Memphis!)

    Episode 48: Memphis 1985 - Week 6 (Lawler vs. Gilbert, Jimmy Hart LEAVES Memphis!)

    Regional Rasslin' #48 has arrived with Guest Gene Jackson back riding shotgun! We discuss another week of 1985 in Memphis Wrestling, featuring tons of fun conversation and laughs, highlighted by Jerry "The King" Lawler vs. "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert for the Southern Heavyweight Title as stipulations state the LOSER LEAVES (Lawler or Jimmy Hart) for no less than ONE YEAR!!! Plus, the Interns/Fabs feud continues, there's a Mid-American Title Change, Playboy loses a hair match, and so much more!
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    Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes a $5 “All Access” Tier featuring our Patreon Exclusive Watch-Along Series, our insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare & Regional Rasslin), Early Show Releases, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content that was originally edited out! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!
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    REGIONAL RASSLIN' PODCAST EPISODE #048Memphis Wrestling 85 - Week 6: February 9th - 15th, 1985 (w/Guest Co-Host Gene Jackson)Regional Rasslin' #48 has arrived with Guest Gene Jackson back riding shotgun! We discuss another week of 1985 in Memphis Wrestling, featuring tons of fun conversation and laughs, highlighted by Jerry "The King" Lawler vs. "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert for the Southern Heavyweight Title as stipulations state the LOSER LEAVES (Lawler or Jimmy Hart) for no less than ONE YEAR!!! Plus, the Interns/Fabs feud continues, there's a Mid-American Title Change, Playboy loses a hair match, and so much more!


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    • 1 hr 56 min
    Episode 47: UWF JULY/AUG 1986 (HYATT/HOT STUFF MERGER, BARBED WIRE CAGE!)

    Episode 47: UWF JULY/AUG 1986 (HYATT/HOT STUFF MERGER, BARBED WIRE CAGE!)

    It's Regional Rasslin' #47, a jam-packed episode with Guest Roman Gomez as we talk JULY/AUGUST 1986 in the UWF. We cover summer news, bar fights, Dallas & Houston Results, plus 2 more weeks of TV! Barbed Wire Cage Match with Terry Taylor & Fantastics vs. Sheepherders & Jack Victory. SIX-MAN ELIIMNATION: The Freebirds vs. Bill Watts, Hacksaw Duggan & Terry Taylor. The Missy Hyatt/Eddie Gilbert MERGER. NEW TAG CHAMPIONS CROWNED when Eddie Gilbert & Sting defeat The Fantastics with help from Missy's loaded Gucci Purse. Rick Steiner joins Hot Stuff International. Ref Bumps. Koko vs. Kamala, Doc vows revenge, & more!
    Available everywhere your Podcast Streaming needs are met.
    Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes a $5 “All Access” Tier featuring our Patreon Exclusive Watch-Along Series, our insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare & Regional Rasslin), Early Show Releases, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content that was originally edited out! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!
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    Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be!
    REGIONAL RASSLIN' PODCAST EPISODE #047UWF  for July 26th - August 8th, 1986 (w/Guest Co-Host Roman Gomez)It's Regional Rasslin' #47, a jam-packed episode with Guest Roman Gomez as we talk JULY/AUGUST 1986 in the UWF. We cover summer news, bar fights, Dallas & Houston Results, plus 2 more weeks of TV! Barbed Wire Cage Match with Terry Taylor & Fantastics vs. Sheepherders & Jack Victory. SIX-MAN ELIIMNATION: The Freebirds vs. Bill Watts, Hacksaw Duggan & Terry Taylor. The Missy Hyatt/Eddie Gilbert MERGER. NEW TAG CHAMPIONS CROWNED when Eddie Gilbert & Sting defeat The Fantastics with help from Missy's loaded Gucci Purse. Rick Steiner joins Hot Stuff International. Ref Bumps. Koko vs. Kamala, Doc vows revenge, & more!


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    • 1 hr 43 min
    Episode 46: Georgia Wrestling JUL/AUG 1981 (Hayes/Gordy Feud Begins)

    Episode 46: Georgia Wrestling JUL/AUG 1981 (Hayes/Gordy Feud Begins)

    It's the next episode of Georgia 1981 on Regional Rasslin w/Guest Jammie Ward. We close out July and kick off August as George Scott's run as booker comes to a close. NWA World Champion Dusty Rhodes vs. Bruiser Brody in Columbus, Ohio. Michael Hayes meets El Toro the Bounty Hunter. Plus, Hayes and Terry Gordy have multiple altercations. Ted Dibiase begins to finish up his run in GA. Ken Patera's biggest feat of strength to date. Mr. Wrestling II Returns! Kevin Von Erich arrives. Plus, action with Tommy Rich, Superfly Snuka, Bruno Sammartino Jr., Steve O, & so much more!
    Available everywhere your Podcast Streaming needs are met.
    Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes a $5 “All Access” Tier featuring our Patreon Exclusive Watch-Along Series, our insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare & Regional Rasslin), Early Show Releases, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content that was originally edited out! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!
    Visit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.com
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    Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be!
    REGIONAL RASSLIN' PODCAST EPISODE #046Georgia  for July 20th - Aug. 2nd, 1981 (w/Guest Co-Host Jammie Ward)It's the next episode of Georgia 1981 on Regional Rasslin w/Guest Jammie Ward. We close out July and kick off August as George Scott's run as booker comes to a close. NWA World Champion Dusty Rhodes vs. Bruiser Brody in Columbus, Ohio. Michael Hayes meets El Toro the Bounty Hunter. Plus, Hayes and Terry Gordy have multiple altercations. Ted Dibiase begins to finish up his run in GA. Ken Patera's biggest feat of strength to date. Mr. Wrestling II Returns! Kevin Von Erich arrives. Plus, action with Tommy Rich, Superfly Snuka, Bruno Sammartino Jr., Steve O, & so much more!


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    • 1 hr 43 min
    Episode 45: Memphis 1985 - Week 5 (Lance Russell Suspends Jimmy Hart! Troy Graham Promos)

    Episode 45: Memphis 1985 - Week 5 (Lance Russell Suspends Jimmy Hart! Troy Graham Promos)

    Regional Rasslin' #45 is here with Guest Gene Jackson, who returns to talk more 1985 Memphis Wrestling. We kick off FEBRUARY as the blizzard of 85 wreaks havoc on the territory. Included are some great soundbites as Jimmy Hart finds himself SUSPENDED by... LANCE RUSSELL, after the flour fiasco! Troy Graham takes "heel heat" in his promos to a whole new level as he lambastes Steve Keirn's "shell shocked daddy". Eddie Gilbert introduces David Haskins to some snow. Plus, The Terminators are still here,  special "Best of" edition of the Lawler show, Louisville Gardens results, and so much more! The CWA is short on talent with the inclimate weather, but Gene & Ray find a way to laugh through the entire week of rasslin' action! Come join in on the fun!
    Available everywhere your Podcast Streaming needs are met.
    Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes a $5 “All Access” Tier featuring our Patreon Exclusive Watch-Along Series, our insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare & Regional Rasslin), Early Show Releases, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content that was originally edited out! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!
    Visit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.com
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    Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be!
    REGIONAL RASSLIN' PODCAST EPISODE #045Memphis Wrestling 85 - Week 5: February 2nd - 8th, 1985 (w/Guest Co-Host Gene Jackson)Regional Rasslin' #45 is here with Guest Gene Jackson, who returns to talk more 1985 Memphis Wrestling. We kick off FEBRUARY as the blizzard of 85 wreaks havoc on the territory. Included are some great soundbites as Jimmy Hart finds himself SUSPENDED by... LANCE RUSSELL, after the flour fiasco! Troy Graham takes "heel heat" in his promos to a whole new level as he lambastes Steve Keirn's "shell shocked daddy". Eddie Gilbert introduces David Haskins to some snow. Plus, The Terminators are still here,  special "Best of" edition of the Lawler show, Louisville Gardens results, and so much more! The CWA is short on talent with the inclimate weather, but Gene & Ray find a way to laugh through the entire week of rasslin' action! Come join in on the fun!


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    • 1 hr 59 min
    Episode 44: UWF in JULY 1986 (Freebirds Injure Dr. Death, Cowboy's Revenge)

    Episode 44: UWF in JULY 1986 (Freebirds Injure Dr. Death, Cowboy's Revenge)

    It's Regional Rasslin' #44 with Guest Roman Gomez as we talk JULY 1986 in the UWF. The Freebirds injure Dr. Death, plus Bill Watts returns with his trusty "Wing Clipper" (baseball bat) to exact some revenge. John Tatum & Jack Victory challenge UWF Tag Champs The Fantastics, TV Champion Terry Taylor faces Terry Gordy for the UWF Heavyweight Title, Hacksaw Duggan meets nemesis the One Man Gang, and Freebird Buddy Roberts challenges Terry Taylor for the TV Title. Plus, we talk a "Mink Coat" Battle Royal, the Dark Journey/Missy Hyatt feud, Sting continues his evolution, Freebirds vs. Fantastics, Koko vs. Rick Steiner, Frank Dusek's "Oklahoma Hayride", behind the scenes production, Gary Young's arrival, and so much more.
    Available everywhere your Podcast Streaming needs are met.
    Please Subscribe to our Patreon to help pay the bills, https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes a $5 “All Access” Tier featuring our Patreon Exclusive Watch-Along Series, our insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare & Regional Rasslin), Early Show Releases, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content that was originally edited out! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWNLOADS for your viewing and reading pleasure!
    Visit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.com
    Follow us on "X" (Formerly Twitter) @RasslinGrenade
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    Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be!
    REGIONAL RASSLIN' PODCAST EPISODE #044UWF  for July 12th - 25th, 1986 (w/Guest Co-Host Roman Gomez)It's Regional Rasslin' #44 with Guest Roman Gomez as we talk JULY 1986 in the UWF. The Freebirds injure Dr. Death, plus Bill Watts returns with his trusty "Wing Clipper" (baseball bat) to exact some revenge. John Tatum & Jack Victory challenge UWF Tag Champs The Fantastics, TV Champion Terry Taylor faces Terry Gordy for the UWF Heavyweight Title, Hacksaw Duggan meets nemesis the One Man Gang, and Freebird Buddy Roberts challenges Terry Taylor for the TV Title. Plus, we talk a "Mink Coat" Battle Royal, the Dark Journey/Missy Hyatt feud, Freebirds vs. Fantastics, behind the scenes production, Gary Young's arrival, and so much more.


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    • 1 hr 46 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
18 Ratings

18 Ratings

Neily J ,

The greatest

What a great show!!! I love it!!! Very interesting and entertaining!!!!!!!

fix autorefresh ,

Excellent history podcast

I’ve been enjoyed the GCW coverage from the start. Had only one complaint, it’s the Columbus Municipal Auditorium, not Memorial. They fixed that, much appreciated. Fantastic podcast. I give 5 stars

Totten-Author ,

I came here via STW

I’m digging it. Good job.

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