Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich

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Join Memphis Wrestling Hall of Famers "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert & Tommy "Wildfire" Rich as each week they sit down with host Gene Jackson and share stories from the ring and the road, and they may even invite along a guest or two from time to time! retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com

  1. Dangerous Conversations Ep. 71: Magazine Covers, Road Stories & Memphis Mafia Memories

    6d ago

    Dangerous Conversations Ep. 71: Magazine Covers, Road Stories & Memphis Mafia Memories

    Episode #71 of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich is another fan-driven Q&A episode. This week, Doug and Tommy preview several upcoming events, including Tommy stepping into a cage match in Shawneetown, Illinois on June 6th, Doug’s upcoming appearances, the Memphis Mafia hitting the road, and even some talk about future live/video versions of the podcast. The guys also dig into listener questions covering: Tommy being featured on so many wrestling magazine covers in the 1980sWhat wrestling angles Eddie Gilbert would have appreciated todayEddie’s influence on the famous “This Is Your Life” style angleDoug’s favorite memories of Brian ChristopherWho was tough — or impossible — to travel withWhy telling a story still matters in wrestlingThe drawing power of Handsome Jimmy / Boogie Woogie ManWhy Memphis and Georgia TV made certain wrestlers unforgettableThere’s also plenty of classic Doug and Tommy banter, including talk about live watchalong shows, future video episodes, possible live fan Q&As, old Memphis footage, Japan matches, cage matches, comedy shows, horror conventions, and a lot of other great things on the horizon for the Memphis Mafia and Dangerous Conversations! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 10m
  2. Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich Ep. 70: Remembering Phil Hickerson

    May 22

    Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich Ep. 70: Remembering Phil Hickerson

    Episode #70 of Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich is a special tribute episode remembering the life and career of Phil Hickerson, who passed away this week at the age of 79 in Jackson, Tennessee. Phil wasn’t just another guy on the card. He was tough, believable, versatile, and the kind of wrestler who could make anybody look better just by being in the ring with them. Tommy shares memories of wrestling Phil in his very first match in Tupelo, while Doug talks about Phil being part of his first angle in Tennessee and the lessons he learned from working with him. This episode is part career retrospective, part locker room tribute, and part celebration of a man who left a much bigger mark on wrestling than he often gets credit for. If you only remember Phil Hickerson from one run, one gimmick, or one era, this episode gives you a much deeper look at just how respected he was by the people who worked with him, rode with him, learned from him, and loved him. Rest in peace, Phil Hickerson. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 14m
  3. Dangerous Conversations Ep. 69: The Wildest Road Stories Yet!

    May 15

    Dangerous Conversations Ep. 69: The Wildest Road Stories Yet!

    This week, Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich answer fan questions that go EVERYWHERE: Roddy Piper nearly driving Tommy off a mountainEddie being in the old WCW Nintendo game in 1990Wrestling psychology, Japan stories & fighting backBuzz Sawyer suplexing somebody in a parking lot!Why championship belts meant more back “in the day”Plus: Harley Race, Stand Up Comedy, Buddy Landel, Jackie Fargo & so much more!Funny, chaotic, honest, and completely unpredictable with stories you’ll only hear on Dangerous Conversations! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 4m
  4. Dangerous Conversations Ep. 68: Doug & Tommy's Dangerous Mother's Day Special

    May 8

    Dangerous Conversations Ep. 68: Doug & Tommy's Dangerous Mother's Day Special

    This week on Episode #68 of Dangerous Conversations, Gene Jackson sits down with Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich for a special Mother’s Day episode packed with classic Memphis wrestling stories, rare TV moments, and unforgettable memories. Doug & Gene open the show discussing Doug’s time in Puerto Rico and then Tommy joins the show to take a deep dive into the legendary Memphis TV appearances of Peggy Rich and Peggy Gilbert including Tommy Rich’s emotional 1980 studio segment and the infamous Power Pro Wrestling “box” angle involving Tommy Rich, Peggy Gilbert, and Randy Hales. Classic Memphis storytelling, laughs, chaos, and family memories exactly the kind of Dangerous Conversations you’ve come to expect.  Play this one for your Mother on Mother's Day, she'll love it! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 7m
  5. Dangerous Conversations Ep. 67: Getting Over, Going Under and more Pro Wrestling Booking Lessons

    May 1

    Dangerous Conversations Ep. 67: Getting Over, Going Under and more Pro Wrestling Booking Lessons

    On Episode #67 of Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich answer fan questions and break down the real side of the wrestling business.   What it’s REALLY like being a booker (and why it’s a 24/7 job)  How wrestlers actually get over (hint: it’s not always winning)  The art of connecting with the audience  Babyface vs. heel - which did each enjoy more? Big arenas vs. Small town venuesReal stories and real insight on how the business actually worked. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 6m
  6. Dangerous Conversations w/ Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich Ep. 66: Fan Mail, Belts, & Bail Money!

    Apr 17

    Dangerous Conversations w/ Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich Ep. 66: Fan Mail, Belts, & Bail Money!

    The episode kicks off with Tommy getting ready for WrestleCon in Las Vegas, breaking down what fans can expect, who’s going to be there, and why it’s become one of the biggest wrestling gatherings in the world. From there, the conversation turns into exactly what this show does best:Doug brings in some fan researched stats and questions, leading to a fun (and sometimes hilarious) look at:  The championships Tommy held and which ones meant the most  How titles were treated differently in the territory days vs. today  The importance of regional titles like the Georgia Heavyweight Championship  And why having too many belts today can take away from their meaningThey also dive into some of the more random (but fun) topics fans bring up:  Ring music choices and how sometimes it wasn't well thought out Old tag team runs, forgotten promotions, and obscure titles  And how certain small details stick with fans for decades This is one of those episodes that feels like you're just riding in the car to the next town with the Memphis Mafia: stories, laughs, memories, and a whole lot of “you can’t make this stuff up!” ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 5m
  7. Dangerous Conversations Ep. 65: Fan Questions, Gimmick Matches, and Bad Chemistry

    Apr 10

    Dangerous Conversations Ep. 65: Fan Questions, Gimmick Matches, and Bad Chemistry

    This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich open the floor to the fans and you know that means NOTHING is off limits! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 4m
  8. Dangerous Conversations Ep. 64: CARD SUBJECT TO CHANGE

    Apr 3

    Dangerous Conversations Ep. 64: CARD SUBJECT TO CHANGE

    This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich kick things off a bit differently rather than going into one longform topic, they kick off with a wide ranging, free flowing conversation that perfectly captures what makes this podcast special. We get: A full rundown of upcoming appearances, fan fests, and where you can catch The Memphis Mafia back together againStories from the road, including airport chaos, travel headaches, and how things have changed for wrestlers on the moveBehind the scenes insight into upcoming conventions featuring some of the biggest names in wrestling historyBut where this episode really shines is when the guys start digging into the past… Doug and Tommy break down: A classic 1970s Louisville Gardens card, including a wild six-man featuring Lawler, Dundee, Tojo, and moreThe art of building angles back in the territory days and how one feud could stretch for weeks with different stipulationsWhy gimmick matches actually meant something back then—and how they drew moneyAll that and much, much more on another can't episode of "Dangerous Conversations"! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 6m
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Join Memphis Wrestling Hall of Famers "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert & Tommy "Wildfire" Rich as each week they sit down with host Gene Jackson and share stories from the ring and the road, and they may even invite along a guest or two from time to time! retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com

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