Out of the KC Vault

Kayfabe Commentaries
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Step back into the golden era of professional wrestling with Out of the KC Vault, the definitive audio home for the legendary Kayfabe Commentaries archive. Each week, we unlock the vault to bring you the industry's most honest, raw, and controversial shoot interviews. From the groundbreaking Timeline series to the deep dives of Guest Booker and YouShoot, hear the icons of the ring pull back the curtain like never before. Whether you’re a die-hard purist or a student of the game, join us for a weekly masterclass in wrestling history uncensored and straight from the source.

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO

    Back To The Territories #08 | Stan Hansen | All Japan

    After legendary wrestler and promoter Rikidozan conceded operations of Japan’s wrestling landscape, two men were given the keys to that kingdom. Those men, Antonio Inoki and Shohei Baba, would work together both in the ring as a team and also running the promotion. That is until Inoki and Baba parted to form their own respective promotions.American “gaijin” made fortunes and often swore allegiance to one or the other promoter, touring Japan for either All Japan or New Japan. And tonight’s guest worked for both and became Japan’s most famous gaijin. Join Stan Hansen as he and host Jim Cornette trace the history of Japanese wrestling from Rikidozan up through Inoki and Baba’s split, and through Hansen’s amazing run in All Japan Pro Wrestling. Get ready to hit yet another territory and hop on the bus with Stan, Abby, Brody, DiBiase and head Back to the Territories!00:00 The Rise of Japanese Pro Wrestling01:40 Ricky Dozan's Legacy and Successors02:29 The Tragic Death of Ricky Dozan03:13 The Formation of All Japan and New Japan Pro Wrestling04:17 Introduction to Back to the Territories05:58 Stan Hansen's First Impressions of Japan08:51 Cultural Differences in Japanese Wrestling13:55 Stan Hansen's Career Highlights32:44 The Impact of the Lariat34:48 Touring Japan with New Japan Pro Wrestling38:49 Setting Up Outdoor Shows39:24 Wrestling in Small Towns39:55 Japanese TV and Wrestling41:36 Booking and Match Lineups43:58 The Role of Japanese Magazines47:38 Working with Andre the Giant54:21 Talent Raids and Switching Promotions01:08:51 The Impact of Hansen and Brody01:14:24 Unexpected Talent Shake-Ups01:15:45 The Funk Brothers' Impact in Japan01:17:53 Touring Japan: Length and Challenges01:21:22 Brody's Career Moves and Loyalty01:27:19 Iconic Matches and Rivalries01:30:34 Partnerships and Personalities in Japan01:41:06 AWA Title Controversy01:47:29 The Belt That Wasn't Meant to Be01:48:10 The Changing Landscape of Japanese Wrestling01:49:21 The Rise of New Talent in Japan01:49:37 Baba's Strategic Shift01:50:47 The Impact of Tenryu's Departure01:51:40 Jumbo Tsuruta's Illness and Its Effects01:51:56 The Legacy of Giant Baba01:59:59 The Hogan Match and Its Aftermath02:05:29 The Decline of All Japan Pro Wrestling02:12:00 Stan Hansen's Retirement and Reflections02:16:32 The Future of Japanese Wrestling02:23:34 Final Thoughts and Farewell

    2h 25m
  2. Breaking Kayfabe #08 | Terry Brunk

    MAY 16 ·  BONUS

    Breaking Kayfabe #08 | Terry Brunk

    Breaking Kayfabe is the wrestling world’s forum for the stars of the ring to unveil themselves. They emerge from under their characters and we see the human beings that lived beneath what was on television for years. Some tried harder than others to protect the manufactured personas, and possibly none lived their gimmick more than Terry Brunk when he became Sabu.Join Sean Oliver as he peels away the layers of Brunk and we meet the man with a historic wrestling family legacy, and a man living with the pain of being one of wrestling’s most death-defying athletes. Here is a complex man, wrapped in the pride he has for what he’s done, the pain for things he’s done, and the realization that the end is near.This is as real as it gets, guys…Breaking Kayfabe with the man you knew as Sabu, but will now never forget, as Terry.0:00 Breaking Kayfabe #08 | Terry Brunk00:45 Introduction and Guest Arrival01:14 Funny Story About Terry Funk's Roast02:19 Discussing Career and Recognition03:59 Experience with WWE and Self-Reflection05:30 Physical Condition and Wrestling Injuries06:09 Thoughts on Dying in the Ring06:59 Wrestling Career Longevity10:22 Wrestling Influences and Career Recognition10:41 Wrestling Injuries and Hospital Experiences12:14 Childhood and Family Background15:45 Wrestling Training and Early Career31:02 Drug Use and Wrestling34:20 Extreme Rising Incident and Reflection41:17 Comparing Wrestling Promoters42:20 Reflections on Business Acumen and Passion in Wrestling42:40 Discussion on Todd's Role and Financial Management in ECW43:38 Insights on Vince's Perception of Sabu44:14 Experiences with Bischoff and WCW45:05 Thoughts on ECW's Place in the Hall of Fame45:47 Views on WWE's Hall of Fame46:42 Willingness to Join WWE's Hall of Fame48:01 Opinions on Other Wrestlers and Personalities49:59 Reflections on Marriage and Personal Life52:38 Memories of Mother and Family54:21 Personal Interests and Preferences01:05:58 Experiences with Rehab and Substance Abuse01:14:41 Final Thoughts and Reflections

    1h 17m
  3. YouShoot #34 | Vampiro

    MAY 15

    YouShoot #34 | Vampiro

    From the shadows emerges this most mysterious figure, now prepared to open up to the YOUSHOOT fans. Vampiro has taken the YOUSHOOT oath and agreed to talk about everything personal and professional that you asked. From his time in Mexico, to current day in Lucha Underground this international talent is outspoken and totally outrageous on all topics. Vampiro is very amusing and comical but can also go dark…WAY dark, when touching on his forays into the paranormal.Vampiro fields your questions about WCW, his troubled relationship with Konnan, voodoo, drugs, oh, and nailing all the telenovella actresses that Univision could serve up!Get ready…it’s another uncensored and outrageous YOUSHOOT!00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:53 WCW Days and Favorite Moments01:45 Teaming Up with ICP and The Misfits05:04 Memorable Matches and Storylines09:05 Working with Wrestling Legends10:26 Feuds and Creative Differences12:12 Unexpected Encounters and Disappointments27:42 Drug Culture in Wrestling29:51 Fun and Games31:45 New Jack's Injury and Wrestling Stories32:22 Vampiro's Fame and Relationships42:17 Locker Room Etiquette and Rivalries58:24 Lucha Underground Insights01:05:44 Discussing Concussions and Career Decisions01:06:02 Creativity in Lucha Underground01:07:13 Backstage Atmosphere and Challenges01:07:34 Season Two Spoilers and NHL Aspirations01:09:50 Vampiro's Personal Interests and Hobbies01:11:23 Exploring Vampire Cults and Rituals01:21:10 Punk Rock and Wrestling Memories01:29:29 Friendship with ICP and Pranks01:37:08 Reflections on Wrestling Career and Fans

    1h 39m
  4. Guest Booker #12 | Al Snow

    MAY 15

    Guest Booker #12 | Al Snow

    Al Snow booked for OVW, and today holds a spot on TNA's creative team. Snow was also a featured wrestler during WWE's white-hot "Attitude Era," where TV ratings were hitting the stratosphere in a way they have never seen again. So it would seem that he'd be someone that would have a lot to say about the paltry results that pro wrestling garners in viewership these days.The critically acclaimed DVD series profiles wrestling's most creative minds -- its bookers and decision makers -- and Al Snow's episode covers the style and decisions that made that "Attitude Era" so successful. Naturally the questions are posed against today's backdrop of one major federation going "PG" and living in a major drop-off from "Attitude" numbers, and the other major federation firing all of its arsenal at once and returning ratings in the 1s. Different time, baby.And Al Snow centers his discussion on "Guest Booker" along those lines. The compare/contrast with today's anemic and largely dispassionate following lives in the heart of realism. And perceived reality. And the outrageous characters being closer to the actual star than not. Sounds like reality-tv. Snow feels that's where wrestling hit its groove, even before the reality craze. And they've abandoned it.00:00 Introduction to Guest Booker01:11 Early Awareness of Booking02:08 Learning the Ropes04:36 Booking Philosophy and Practices06:30 Challenges in Modern Wrestling08:06 The Role of a Booker11:25 Bad Bookers and Their Traits19:05 First Booking Job34:12 Training and Protecting the Business38:34 Tough Enough and Its Impact41:58 Understanding Wrestling's Realism42:21 The Role of a Wrestling Agent43:09 The Illusion of Competition44:26 The Evolution of Wrestling Storytelling48:35 The Influence of ECW and Attitude Era53:50 The Downfall of Wrestling's Developmental System57:33 The Importance of Audience Connection01:08:43 Revisiting the Attitude Era01:22:10 Reimagining Kofi Kingston's Character01:22:48 The Role of Talent in Character Development01:23:14 Personal Experiences with Character Creation01:24:08 The Importance of Persona in Wrestling01:40:49 Building a Monster Heel: Kane's Journey01:43:26 The Art of Long-Term Storytelling01:53:29 The Role of Matches in Wrestling Business01:56:14 Critique of Modern Wrestling and Its Future01:58:00 The Best Match Debate: Hogan vs. Andre02:02:08 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

    2h 3m
  5. Back To The Territories #11 | Houston Wrestling w/ Bruce Prichard

    MAY 15

    Back To The Territories #11 | Houston Wrestling w/ Bruce Prichard

    From the days of Morris Sigel to the unprecedented success of Paul Boesch, the story of Houston wrestling is fascinating for not only its importance to the NWA but also the sheer length of its reign and influence. The Texas powerhouse promotion had no equal in the Lone Star State, and its might yielded both prosperity and controversy. The territory saw gates that crushed those of the other Texas promotions. It was center stage for the Funk/Brisco family feud, hosting the switch of the NWA title to Jack Brisco.Join Bruce Prichard and Jim Cornette as they dissect everything possible about the classic territory. Bruce was a young acolyte, cutting his teeth in the territory and his closeness to Boesch and the entire operation put him front and center for much of what is discussed. Get in and head BACK IN TIME once again!!!Please note that this purchase is for a Video on Demand product viewable only at WWNLive.com or the WWN Roku Channel.00:00 The Legacy of Houston Wrestling02:47 Introduction by Jim Cornett03:45 Bruce Pritchard's Early Memories05:13 The Impact of Paul Bosch07:26 Houston Wrestling's Unique Atmosphere09:38 Breaking into the Wrestling Business15:04 Paul Bosch's Influence and Philosophy18:52 Television's Role in Houston Wrestling31:18 Transition to San Antonio Office39:14 Gino Hernandez and Paul Bosch49:44 Meeting Danny and His Wrestling Career50:15 Texas Wrestling and Syndication51:07 Bull Curry and the Invention of the Cage Match51:40 Classic Matches and Wrestling Styles53:51 Houston Wrestling Legends59:53 San Antonio Wrestling Scene01:01:19 Booker Changes and Talent Issues01:06:59 Brody's Return and Controversial Matches01:09:56 Houston's TV and Talent Strategy01:15:41 World Title Controversies and Famous Matches01:32:34 Harley's No-Show and Paul Bosch's Frustration01:33:50 The Strap Match Controversy01:36:49 The Ring Breaks and Chaos Ensues01:39:31 Paul Bosch's Departure from NWA01:43:42 Bill Watts and the Houston Wrestling Transition01:47:17 The Decline of Mid-South and UWF01:51:17 Vince McMahon's Entry and the End of an Era02:12:04 Paul Bosch's Retirement and Final Show02:21:23 Reflections on Paul Bosch's LegacyJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTZzb1tdtCzLBaOGczlLYQ/join

    2h 25m
  6. Breaking Kayfabe #02 | Jerome Young

    MAY 15 ·  BONUS

    Breaking Kayfabe #02 | Jerome Young

    The man who made New Jack synonymous with danger, trouble, and controversy is the subject of a new series. To get to the bottom of what drove the character we came to know, we have to climb inside. The memories of a school teacher were not erased by the years in prison.0:00 Breaking Kayfabe #02 | Jerome Young05:40 New Jack on his Criminal Past13:54 New Jack on the woman who took out a life insurance policy on HIM18:13 New Jack on his first crimes21:44 New Jack on his high school days23:10 New Jack on having relations with a teacher25:04 New Jack on his family26:37 New Jack on how he got into the wrestling business30:10 New Jack on experiencing Racism in Wrestling44:05 New Jack on first meeting Vince McMahon52:38 New Jack on the night he stabbed Eric Coulosh56:22 New Jack on being a father01:05:37 New Jack on his hobbies

    1h 16m
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Step back into the golden era of professional wrestling with Out of the KC Vault, the definitive audio home for the legendary Kayfabe Commentaries archive. Each week, we unlock the vault to bring you the industry's most honest, raw, and controversial shoot interviews. From the groundbreaking Timeline series to the deep dives of Guest Booker and YouShoot, hear the icons of the ring pull back the curtain like never before. Whether you’re a die-hard purist or a student of the game, join us for a weekly masterclass in wrestling history uncensored and straight from the source.

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    Kayfabe Commentaries
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  • Episodes
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