The Wrestling Memory Grenade: Recent Episodes
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You pull the pin and we’ll pick up the pieces… Join host Ray Russell and company as they take a trip down Memory Lane to wrestling history’s past as they analyze and discuss years of wrestling history from your favorite promotions. From Hulkamania to Mulkeymania, from the Four Horsemen to the nWo, from the Midnight Express to the Lex Express. Which promotion are they deep diving into this week? What year have they time-traveled back to now? Tune in and find out!
Grenade Episode #102 has arrived! We discuss NOVEMBER 1987 WWF TV. STRIKE FORCE defeat the HART FOUNDATION to become the NEW WWF TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS! Butch Reed & One Man Gang end the career of Superstar Graham. King Harley Race gets revenge on Hacksaw Duggan. Can Hulk Hogan trust Paul Orndorff? The Survivor Series hype train continues! The Ultimate Warrior starts his climb to the top. Jim Duggan's ORIGINAL theme music! Tons of Piledriver music, and an insane amount of SOUNDBITES including Canadian market promos with Billy Red Lyons!
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Grenade Episode #102 has arrived! We discuss NOVEMBER 1987 WWF TV. STRIKE FORCE defeat the HART FOUNDATION to become the NEW WWF TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS! Butch Reed & One Man Gang end the career of Superstar Graham. King Harley Race gets revenge on Hacksaw Duggan. Can Hulk Hogan trust Paul Orndorff? The Survivor Series hype train continues! The Ultimate Warrior starts his climb to the top. IC Champ Honky Tonk vs. Ricky Steamboat. Tons of Piledriver music, and an insane amount of soundbites!
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Celebrating 100 EPISODES of The Wrestling Memory Grenade, this week host Ray Russell welcomes FOUR Special Guests including Stick to Wrestling's John McAdam, as well as Jammie Ward & Roman Gomez of the Regional Rasslin' Podcast. They're all here to celebrate and talk 1987 in the WWF! From there, for the FIRST TIME EVER in WrestleCopia history, Ray's brother JESSE joins the show to talk a "wrestling grenade" of childhood memories between the two from the 1980s & early 1990s. Then from there, we announce THE NEXT PROJECT coming to the Grenade Podcast after we finish up 1987 WWF! It's a super stacked show you don't wanna miss!
Just some of the topics include... The Million Dollar Man gimmick, Can-Ams vs. Strike Force, Heel Honky Tonk Man, WWF's grip on PPV, Wrestling Dopplegangers, Bam Bam Bigelow, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, Piper vs. Adonis, "Dangerous" Danny Davis "the wrestler", Savage vs. Steamboat, Duggan/Sheik Arrest, Dynamite Kid's Back Injury, The Ken Patera Story, Demolition, the formation of The Mega Powers, Radio WWF stories, SummerSlam Birthdays, Banzai Drop Alarm Clocks, Lex Luger vs. Rick Steiner, Hulk Hogan vs. The Butcher, The GOAT Wrestling Theme Music - (Spoiler: Rougeaus Theme), and so much more!
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Celebrating 100 EPISODES of The Wrestling Memory Grenade, this week host Ray Russell welcomes FOUR Special Guests including Stick to Wrestling' John McAdam, as well as Jammie Ward & Roman Gomez of the Regional Rasslin' Podcast... They're all hear to celebrate and talk 1987 in the WWF! From there, fir the FIRST TIME EVER in WrestleCopia history, Ray's brother JESSE joins the show to talk a "wrestling grenade" of childhood memories between the two from the 1980s & early 1990s. Then from there, we announce THE NEXT PROJECT coming to the Grenade Podcast after we finish up 1987 WWF! It's a super stacked show you don't wanna miss!
Some of the topics include... The Million Dollar Man gimmick, Can-Ams vs. Strike Force, Heel Honky Tonk Man, WWF's grip on PPV, Wrestling Dopplegangers, Bam Bam Bigelow, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, Piper vs. Adonis, "Dangerous" Danny Davis "the wrestler", Savage vs. Steamboat, Duggan/Sheik Arrest, Dynamite Kid's Back Injury, The Ken Patera Story, Demolition, Radio WWF stories, SummerSlam Birthdays, Banzai Drop Alarm Clocks, Lex Luger vs. Rick Steiner, Hulk Hogan vs. The Butcher, The GOAT Wrestling Theme Music - (Spoiler: Rougeaus Theme), and so much more!
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Finishing off October 1987 WWF TV this week as "The Million $ Man" Ted Dibiase offers a young boy $500 to dribble a basketball. The Hacksaw Duggan vs. King Harley Race story kicks off. Rick Rude & Mr. Wonderful continue their rivalry. Demolition destroy Billy Jack Haynes, Ken Patera & Brady Boone. The Ultimate Warrior arrives! Hulk Hogan talks Survivor Series. Battle Royal action with Bam Bam Bigelow! George Steele seeks revenge for Elizabeth vs. The Honky Tonk Man. Jimmy Hart gets a haircut. Strike Force prepare for a title shot. The Bolsheviks form. Dangerous Danny Davis makes his singles debut vs. Sam Houston. Plus, more Piledriver Album talk, Prime Time with Bobby & Gorilla, & soundbites galore!
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We finish off October 1987 WWF TV this week as "Million $ Man" Ted Dibiase offer a young boy money to dribble a basketball. The Hacksaw Duggan vs. King Harley Race storyline kicks off. Rick Rude & Mr. Wonderful continue their rivalry. Demolition destroy Billy Jack Haynes, Ken Patera & Brady Boone. The Ultimate Warrior arrives! Hulk Hogan talks Survivor Series. Battle Royal action with Bam Bam Bigelow! George Steele seeks revenge for Elizabeth vs. The Honky Tonk Man. Jimmy Hart gets a haircut. Strike Force prepare for a title shot. The Bolsheviks form. Dangerous Danny Davis makes his singles debut vs. Sam Houston. Plus, more Piledriver Album talk, Prime Time with Bobby & Gorilla, & soundbites galore!
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Grenade Episode #98 is here! As we continue to review October 1987 WWF TV and the fallout from Saturday Night's Main Event. We'll take a look (and listen) to the ongoing saga between The Macho Man vs. Honky Tonk Man. Plus, Andre the Giant returns for Hulk Hogan just in time for the Survivor Series! The Islanders/Strike Force & Rick Rude/Paul Orndorff feuds rage on. Bam Bam Bigelow continues his dominance, Bulldogs are back, Orton vs. Muraco, fun Prime Time banter between Bobby & Gorilla, the Piledrive Album has been released which means JIVE SOUL BRO! All of that, and more, plus soundbites galore!
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Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be!
Grenade Episode #98 is here, as we continue to review October 1987 WWF TV and the fallout from Saturday Night's Main Event. We'll take a look (and listen) to the ongoing saga between The Macho Man vs. Honky Tonk Man. Plus, Andre the Giant returns for Hulk Hogan just in time for the Survivor Series! The Islanders/Strike Force & Rick Rude/Paul Orndorff feuds rage on. Bam Bam Bigelow continues his dominance, fun Prime Time banter between Bobby & Gorilla, the Piledrive Album has been released which means JIVE SOUL BRO! All of that, and more, plus soundbites galore!
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Grenade Episode #97 covering OCTOBER 1987 in the WWF featuring tons of news & results! First, we tackle the latest WWF news including... Ted Dibiase Injured, Jake Roberts back from Suspension, Dynamite Kid returns from injury, Greg Valentine leaving for JCP(?), ROADBLOCK shoot attacks The One Man Gang, Ricky Steamboat returns, the WWF's first European Tour, The Dingo Warrior becomes ULTIMATE, Nick Bockwinkel defects from the AWA, The Bolsheviks Debut, & more!
From there, I'll look into WWF Results for the month of October covering MSG, The Spectrum, Maple Leaf Gardens, Boston Garden, The Montreal Forum, The Meadowlands, Cap Center, Los Angeles Sports Arena, Cow Palace, Winnipeg Arena, THE SILVERDOME, and more! Featuring the brief return of The Iron Sheik, Rick Rude vs. Paul Orndorff, Butch Reed vs. Superstar Graham in a STEEL CAGE, Strike Force vs. Islanders, Bigelow vs. Bundy, Macho Man vs. Honky Tonk, Hulk Hogan vs. One Man Gang, HEEL Dan Spivey, Sika gets a haircut courtesy of the Barber, third times a charm for Danny Davis vs. Sam Houston, The Shadows finish up, Women's Champions - The Sensational Sherri & The Glamour Girls defend their titles, the WWF invades France & Italy, plus so much more!
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Grenade Episode #97 covering OCTOBER 1987 in the WWF featuring tons of news & results! First, we tackle the latest WWF news including... Ted Dibiase Injured, Jake Roberts back from Suspension, Dynamite Kid returns from injury, Greg Valentine leaving for JCP(?), Ricky Steamboat returns, the WWF's first European Tour, The Dingo Warrior becomes ULTIMATE, Nick Bockwinkel defects from the AWA, The Bolsheviks Debut, ROADBLOCK shoot attacks The One Man Gang, & more!
From there, I'll look into WWF Results for the month of October covering MSG, The Spectrum, Maple Leaf Gardens, Boston Garden, The Montreal Forum, The Meadowlands, Cap Center, Los Angeles Sports Arena, Cow Palace, Winnipeg Arena, THE SILVERDOME, and more! Featuring the brief return of The Iron Sheik, Rick Rude vs. Paul Orndorff, Butch Reed vs. Superstar Graham in a STEEL CAGE, Strike Force vs. Islanders, Bigelow vs. Bundy, Macho Man vs. Honky Tonk, Hulk Hogan vs. One Man Gang, HEEL Dan Spivey, Sika gets a haircut courtesy of the Barber, third times a charm for Danny Davis vs. Sam Houston, The Shadows finish up, Women's Champions - The Sensational Sherri & The Glamour Girls defend their titles, & so much more!
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The Grenade begins October 1987 in the WWF. Featuring the 10/3/87 edition of Saturday Night's Main Event as we talk what happened WHEN THE MANIA MET THE MADNESS, and the formation of... THE MEGA POWERS!!! We break down the entire SNME, Savage vs. Honky, Hogan vs. Sika, Orndorff vs. Bundy, Harts vs. Stallions, Andre Returns to NBC, Honky Tonk assaults Elizabeth, Savage gets hammered with a guitar, Hulk Hogan saves the day... and we discuss at length what happens.... WHEN THE MANIA MEETS THE MADNESS!!! OOOH YEAH! All of that, plus WWF TV for the weekend of October 3rd, including the entire Survivor Series lineup announced, Rude vs. Orndorff huge rages on, and so much more!
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WWF TV – For the Weekends of OCTOBER 3rd, 1987
INCLUDING SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT AND THE FORMATION OF THE MEGA POWERS!!!!
- IC Champion Honky Tonk Man vs. Randy "Macho Man" Savage
- MONSTER ANGLE ALERT: Honky assaultz Liz, Savage gets hammered with a guitar, Hogan saves the say.... and then.... THE MANIA MEETS THE MADNESS!!!
- WWF Champion Hulk Hogan vs. Sika, The Wild Samoan
- "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff vs. King Kong Bundy
- Andre the Giant makes his presence felt!
- Tag Champs Hart Foundation vs. Young Stallions
- Featuring the epic storyline between the Macho Man, Elizabeth, Honky Tonk, The Harts, and Hulk Hogan that ultimately leads to the formation of THE MEGA POWERS! (it's all broken down in this episode!!!)
Also, on WWF TV Rick Rude tries to taunt Mr. Wonderful, but it's Paul Orndorff who gets the last laugh! Miss Liz disses Jimmy Hart. Ivan Putski teaches JYD Polish., DOBRA! How much is that Mathilda in the window? Action featuring the likes of Hacksaw Duggan, Hart Foundation, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, Rougeau Brothers, Superstar Graham, Ivan Putski, Danny Davis, Mr. Wonderful, Young Stallions, Hercules "King" Harley Race, King Kong Bundy, George Steele, Ron Bass, "Rock" Don Muraco, Lanny Poffo, Ted Dibiase, Barry Horowitz, Killer Khan, JYD, Bam Bam Bigelow, & more! Soundbites & promos from Hulk Hogan, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Honky Tonk Man, Paul Orndorff, Oliver Humperdink, Bobby Heenan, King Kong Bundy, Mean Gene, Mr. Fuji, The Hart Foundation, Jimmy Hart, Ken Patera, Vince McMahon, Killer Khan, Craig DeGeorge, The Killer Bees, Butch Reed, Gorilla Monsoon, "Million Dollar Man" Ted Dibiase, & more! Plus, Gorilla & Bobby break down the entire Survivor Series PPV lineup on Prime Time!
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The Grenade is back finishing up SEPTEMBER 1987 in the WWF TV. As we get our very first altercation between IC Champion Honky Tonk Man & Randy "Macho Man" Savage! The Islanders attack Tito Santana while on Spanish commentary! "Hacksaw" Duggan returns to the WWF, Tough Guy! Danny Davis tries to snake-nap Damian! Ken Patera introduces the "Weasel Whacker". Crank It Up, for the new and improved YOUNG STALLIONS! Hall of Famers team up when Superstar Graham tags with Ivan Putski! We get our very first SURVIVOR SERIES promos! Plus, Women's Champion The Sensational Sherri takes on the original "Lass Kicker" Velvet McIntyre, and so much more!
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WWF TV – For the Weekends of SEPTEMBER 19th & 26th, 1987
We get our very first face-to-face altercation between IC Champion Honky Tonk Man & Randy "Macho Man" Savage! The Islanders attack Tito Santana while on Spanish commentary making for a great angle! "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan returns to the WWF, Tough Guy! Danny Davis tries to snake-nap Damian! Ken Patera introduces the "Weasel Whacker". Crank It Up, for the new and improved YOUNG STALLIONS! Hall of Famers team up when Superstar Graham tags with Ivan Putski! We get our very first SURVIVOR SERIES promos! Women's Champion The Sensational Sherri takes on the original "Lass Kicker" Velvet McIntyre. Mean Gene invades the set of Prime Time Wrestling as a Cleveland Browns prospect.The One Man Gang risks a suspension.Jake Roberts wrestles his final TV match for 2 months! The Piledriver Album is released! Here comes the Ax, here comes the Smasher, The Demolition, Walking Disaster! Bobby Heenan returns to true form on Prime Time. The British Bulldogs with a special PSA. Action featuring the likes of "Macho Man" Randy Savage, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, Demolition, "Million Dollar Man" Ted Dibiase, One Man Gang, "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, Superstar Graham, Ivan Putski, Bam Bam Bigelow, The Islanders, Killer Bees, "Outlaw" Ron Bass, Hacksaw Duggan, Sivi Afi, Tag Champs The Hart Foundation, "Rock" Don Muraco, The Young Stallions, George "The Animal" Steele, "King" Harley Race, "Natural" Butch Reed, Jacques Rougeau, SD Jones, Hercules, King Kong Bundy, Killer Khan, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Barry Horowitz, Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake, & many more! Soundbites & promos from Bam Bam Bigelow, The Honky Tonk Man, Jimmy Hart, The Macho Man, Paul Orndorff, Oliver Humperdink, Mr. Fuji, Slick, Rick Rude, Bobby Heenan, Rougeau Brothers, Superstar Graham, Craig DeGeorge, Ken Patera, Mean Gene, The New Dream Team, Johnny V, Strike Force, Killer Bees, Demolition, The Hart Foundation, Gorilla Monsoon, & more!
NOTE: Second week discussion for SEPTEMBER 26th - OCTOBER 1st begins at the timestamp (00:57:11)
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New Grenade Episode #94 begins the month of SEPTEMBER 1987 WWF TV! BAM BAM BIGELOW DEBUTS! The Macho Man/Honky Tonk Man feud heats up BIG TIME! ANDRE THE GIANT RETURNS to TV! Life Lessons with "Million Dollar Man" as Ted Dibiase shows us that doing your best, just isn't good enough! "Dangerous" Danny Davis finally makes his syndicated TV debut. Gorilla Monsoon covers his bald spot with a new look! Ken Patera talks his arm injury. Don Muraco becomes "The Rock", and so much more!
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WWF TV – For the Weekends of SEPTEMBER 5th & 11th, 1987
BAM BAM BIGELOW DEBUTS taking on Nikolai Volkoff! The Macho Man/Honky Tonk Man feud heats up BIG TIME! ANDRE THE GIANT RETURNS to TV! After 6 months of anticipation, "Dangerous" Danny Davis makes his syndicated TV debut in the ring. Gorilla Monsoon covers his bald spot with a new look! The Battle for Bam Bam concludes as Bigelow announces his manager! Ken Patera talks arm injury. Don Muraco becomes "The Rock". Tito Santana challenges IC Champ Honky Tonk Man. One Man Gang off probation. Prime Time moves to Thursdays. Mike McGuirk arrives. More Pet Tips with the British Bulldogs. More Piledriver Album talk. Steve Gatorwolf = Scum. Action featuring the likes of Jake "The Snake" Roberts, "Million Dollar Man" Ted Dibiase, Tag Team Champion Hart Foundation, "Dangerous" Danny Davis, Demolition, Superstar Graham, Strike Force, Butch Reed, The Shadows, IC Champion Honky Tonk Man, "Ravishing' Rick Rude, Sivi Afi, Rougeau Brothers, Koko B. Ware, The Islanders, Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake, "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, Lamnny Poffo, Nikolai Volkoff, Outback Jack, SD Jones, One Man Gang, Killer Bees, Bam Bam Bigelow, Bob Orton, "Rock" Don Muraco, Killer Khan, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, and more! Soundbites & promos from Rick Rude, Jesse Ventura, Honky Tonk Man, Bobby Heenan, Ken Patera, Superstar Graham, Craig DeGeorge, Mean Gene Okerlund, Junkyard Dog, Butch Reed, Jimmy Hart, Lanny Poffo, Hercules, Macho Man, The Million Dollar Man, Slick, King Kong Bundy, Gorilla Monsoon, and more! Plus, Life Lessons with "Million Dollar Man" as Ted Dibiase shows us that doing your best, just isn't good enough!
NOTE: Second week discussion for SEPTEMBER 11th - 17th begins at the timestamp (00:56:47)
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It's Grenade Episode #93 covering SEPTEMBER 1987 in the WWF featuring tons of news, results, and soundbites! First, we tackle the latest WWF news including... Talk of the First-Ever Royal Rumble, Hacksaw Duggan Returns, the Patera/Saito Civil Suit is settled, Jake Roberts suspended, King Kong Bundy gets a computer, the NY State Athletic Commission knows its role, Koko & Beefcake Injured, Ivan Putski coming back, the October SNME lineup, The Princess Bride, Richard Belzer sues Hulk Hogan, THE SURVIVOR SERIES VS. STARRCADE, & more!
From there, I'll look into WWF Results for the month of September covering MSG, The Spectrum, Maple Leaf Gardens, Boston Garden, Nassau Coliseum, The Meadowlands, Richfield Coliseum, Los Angeles Sports Arena, and more! Featuring the 1987 King of the Ring Tournament, Hulk Hogan vs. One Man Gang, The Macho Man PINS IC Champion Honky Tonk Man, Tag Champs Hart Foundation vs. other heel teams like the New Dream Team & Demolition, Chavo Guerrero in the WWF ring, the return (and heel turn) of Dan Spivey, "Wrestlefest III" in Cincy, Strike Force vs. Islanders begins, Orndorff vs. The Heenan Family,Butch Reed vs. Superstar Graham, Davey Boy Smith in singles action vs. Hercules and Rick Rude, Ricky Steamboat sightings, Battle Royals, Cage Matches, Baron Von Raschke, Muraco vs. Orton, The Dingo Warrior, Sensational Sherri, 6-Man Midget action, & so much more!
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It's Grenade Episode #93 covering SEPTEMBER 1987 in the WWF featuring tons of news, results, and soundbites! First, we tackle the latest WWF news including... Talk of the First Ever Royal Rumble, Hacksaw Duggan Returns, the Patera/Saito Civil Suit is settled, Jake Roberts suspended, King Kong Bundy gets a computer, the NY State Athletic Commission knows its role, Koko & Beefcake Injured, Ivan Putski coming back, the October SNME lineup, The Princess Bride, Richard Belzer sues Hulk Hogan, SURVIVOR SERIES VS. STARRCADE, & more!
From there, I'll look into WWF Results for the month of September covering MSG, The Spectrum, Maple Leaf Gardens, Sam Houston Coliseum, Boston Garden, Nassau Coliseum, The Meadowlands, Richfield Coliseum, Los Angeles Sports Arena, and more! Featuring the 1987 King of the Ring Tournament, Hulk Hogan vs. One Man Gang, The Macho Man PINS IC Champion Honky Tonk Man, Tag Champs Hart Foundation vs. other heel teams like the New Dream Team & Demolition, Chavo Guerrero in the WWF ring, the return (and heel turn) of Dan Spivey, "Wrestlefest III" in Cincy, Strike Force vs. Islanders begins, Orndorff vs. The Heenan Family,Butch Reed vs. Superstar Graham, Davey Boy Smith in singles action vs. Hercules and Rick Rude, Ricky Steamboat sightings, Battle Royals, Cage Matches, Baron Von Raschke, Muraco vs. Orton, The Dingo Warrior, Sensational Sherri, 6-Man Midget action, & so much more!
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We finish out the month of AUGUST for 1987 in the WWF as "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff FIRES Bobby Heenan, and replaces him with Oliver Humperdink! The Million Dollar Man pays someone to wrestle for him! Rick Martel & Tito Santana STRIKE with FORCE in their tag team DEBUT! Ken Patera INJURED with a ruptured tendon! The Battle for Bam Bam Bigelow nears the end. Bob Orton & Don Muraco talk their split. Brutus Beefcake learns from Hairstylist Sal Fodera Another Butch Reed/Superstar Graham altercation. ROMA & POWERS DEFEAT KAMALA & SIKA! The Magnificent Muraco becomes THE ROCK! Stand Back Jive Soul Bros because The Piledriver Album is coming. Ted Dibiase pays a fan to kiss Virgil's foot. Danny Davis the next TV Star? Questionable booking of the future Young Stallions in a match with the Heenan Family. Federettes eat Ice Cream? Sherri is Sensational. Dog Tips with the Bulldogs. Brady Boone Botches. Plus, The Greatest Intercotinental Champion of ALLLL Time The Honky Tonk Man puts down all past champions, including "Macho Man' Randy Savage (Yikes!).
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WWF TV – For the Weekends of AUGUST 22nd & 29th, 1987
We finish out the month of AUGUST for 1987 in the WWF as "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff FIRES Bobby Heenan, and replaces him with Oliver Humperdink! The Million Dollar Man pays someone to wrestle for him! Rick Martel & Tito Santana STRIKE with FORCE in their tag team DEBUT! Ken Patera INJURED with a ruptured tendon! The Battle for Bam Bam Bigelow nears the end. Bob Orton & Don Muraco talk their split. Brutus Beefcake learns from Hairstylist Sal Fodera Another Butch Reed/Superstar Graham altercation. ROMA & POWERS DEFEAT KAMALA & SIKA! The Magnificent Muraco becomes THE ROCK! Stand Back Jive Soul Bros because The Piledriver Album is coming. Ted Dibiase pays a fan to kiss Virgil's foot. Danny Davis the next TV Star? Questionable booking of the future Young Stallions in a match with the Heenan Family. Federettes eat Ice Cream? Sherri is Sensational. Dog Tips with the Bulldogs. Brady Boone Botches.Action featuring the likes of The Macho Man, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, Paul Orndorff, Junkyard Dog, Butch Reed, Ken Patera, Paul Roma & Jim Powers, Islanders, Killer Khan, Kamala, Sika, Koko B. Ware, Ted Dibiase, New Dream Team, Brutus Beefcake, Demolition, The Rougeaus, Nikolai Volkoff, King Harley Race, Hercules, One Man Gang, Tito Santana, Rick Martel, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, George Steele, Brady Boone, and many more! Soundbites & promos from "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, Jake Roberts, Don Muraco, Slick, Bob Orton, Brutus Beefcake, The Rougeaus, Jesse Ventura, New Dream Team, Craig DeGeorge, Strike Force, Mean Gene, Rick Rude, Koko B. Ware, The Macho Man, Billy Jack Haynes, Gorilla Monsoon, Bobby Heenan, Lord Alfred Hayes, Killer Bees, Jimmy Hart, Honky Tonk Man, Hart Foundation, Mr. Fuji, Demolition, & more! Plus, The Greatest Intercotinental Champion of ALLLL Time The Honky Tonk Man puts down all past champions, including "Macho Man' Randy Savage (Yikes!).
NOTE: Second week discussion for August 29th - 31st begins at the timestamp (01:06:25)
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The Grenade returns with the DEFINITIVE EDITION of the WWF's WRESTLEMANIA III "BIGGER, BETTER, BADDER"!!!! The Road to WrestleMania 3 has ended as we finally arrive at the Silverdome in Pontiac, Michigan to witness one of the most legendary events in pro wrestling history! It's a show of epic proportions as this week we talk "Rowdy" Roddy Piper's "Retirement Match" vs. "Adorable" Adrian Adonis, as the two men battle in a Hair vs. Hair Match. It's the Battle of the Full Nelsons when Billy Jack Haynes faces Hercules. The King's Crown is on the line when Harley Race meets The Junkyard Dog! Plus, the King Kong Bundy/Little Beaver incident, Brutus Beefcake unofficially becomes the Barber, The Dream Team Splits, Gordie Howe & Samantha Fox at Mania?, The Can-Am Connection prove themselves vs. Orton & Muraco, Mary Hart meets The Macho Man, Bob Uecker Rules, Goodbye JYD (for now), Dino Bravo goes blond, Billy Jack spews bile, Queen Moolah, the Mini-Ring Carts, the Federettes, & SOUNDBITES GALORE!
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WWF WRESTLEMANIA III
"BIGGER, BETTER, BADDER!"
THE SILVERDOME - PONTIAC, MICHIGAN
MARCH 29, 1987 - 4pm Est. Start Time
Host Ray Russell kicks the show off talking to first ever WWF 30-Minute Countdown that preceded WrestleMania 3, then from there we're treated to some Coliseum Video exclusives before we head to the big show! This episode tackles the pageantry, the production, Vince McMahon's introduction, Aretha Franklin and controversial comments, guest celebrities that canceled the event like Gordie Howe & Samantha Fox, The Can-Am Connection vs. Bob Orton & Don Muraco, Billy Jack Haynes vs. Hercules, Mixed Tag with Hillbilly Jim, Little Beaver & Haiti Kid vs. King Kong Bundy, Lord Littlebrook & Little Tokyo, JYD vs. "King" Harley Race where the loser must bow and kneel to the King, The Rougeau Brothers vs. The Dream Team, Roddy Piper's Retirement Match vs. Adrian Adonis - Hair vs. Hair. Plus, we talk Bob Uecker's quick wit, Mary Hart's introduction to the Macho Man, the Bundy/Beaver incident, Billy Jack spewing bile all over Hercules, the split of the Dream Team, Brutus unofficially becomes the Barber, JYD's initial farewell, Dino Bravo goes blond, Moolah, the Mini-Ring Carts, the Federettes, and so much more... And don't forget... SOUNDBITES GALORE!
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With WrestleMania 3 just HOURS AWAY, it's the final 2 weeks of TV heading into the big event! Roddy Piper says Goodbye to Piper's Pit. Hulk vs. Andre is NOW! Hacksaw Duggan makes his debut. We get a look at the Giant-Sized version of the WWF Title made to fit Andre. Macho Man talks Steamboat's "cup of coffee". Bundy warns "the midgets". Dino Bravo STILL Brunette. Tito vs. Valentine. Z-Man F-U. Mania is SOLD OUT. Lanny Poffo has a Poem for us all. Plus, is there dissension in the Heenan Family? AND SOUNDBITES GALORE!
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WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING MARCH 16, 1987
It's soundbites-o-plenty as Gorilla Monsoon & Bobby Heenan continue to hype the blockbuster event that is WrestleMania 3. This week we hear footage from Gorilla's second visit to Andre's Training Camp, find out what went wrong as the two become lost in the woods. Plus, they discuss Hacksaw Duggan, Sympathy Cards, Andre's new Giant-Sized Championship Belt, Tag Team Title contenders, Miss Betty, the team os Muraco & Orton, Jimmy Jack Funk, Ladies Tag Team Action, and Bobby Heenan even puts over Hogan. We also hear from both The Honky Tonk Man & Jake "The Snake" Roberts about their match at the big event, listen as Mean Gene breaks character and cracks up at Honky. And, is there dissension in the Heenan Family?
WWF TV – Weekend of MARCH 21 & 22, 1987 (00:32:52)
President Jack Tunney joins Piper's Pit to unveil Andre's GIANT-SIZED WWF Title Belt! Likewise, Hulk Hogan enters Jake Roberts' Snake Pit to take a gander at the new Giant Championship. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan debuts to battle The Iron Sheik, sort of. WrestleMania is SOLD OUT! Lanny Poffo has a poem for us all. The Rougeaus version of NASCAR. Mario Mancini does a stretcher job. Paul Roma & Jim Powers team up Pre-Young Stallions. Roddy Piper references Jimmy Snuka. Action featuring the likes of The Can-Am Connection, Adrian Adonis, The British Bulldogs, Tito Santana, King Kong Bundy, Don Muraco, Bob Orton, Koko B. Ware, Cpl. Kirchner, Hercules, The Honky Tonk Man, The Hart Foundation, and more! Soundbites & promos from The Hart Foundation, Can-Am Connection, Ricky Steamboat, Lanny Poffo, Roddy Piper, JYD, The Dream Team, Bob Uecker, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Randy "Macho Man" Savage, Andre the Giant, Bobby Heenan, Hulk Hogan, and more! Plus, more on The Dynamite Kid's Back Injury
WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING MARCH 23, 1987 (01:18:26)
It's the final edition of PTW before WrestleMania 3 and the time for talking is (almost) over. This week The Brain and The Gorilla discuss Demolition vs. The "Gum-Am" Connection, or as Gorilla calls them, The "K&M" Connection! Plus, the duo talk King Kong Bundy squashing "Midgets", the fallout from the SNME Battle Royal, Hulk Hogan's new nickname after Mania, if Bobby believes in Santa Claus, Adonis vs. Roddy Piper, and more last minute WrestleMania chatter. Plus, promos with Tag Champs The Hart Foundation along with Danny Davis, and IC Champion "Macho Man" Randy Savage discusses the Dragon's "cup of coffee" in the big time! DIG IT!
WWF TV – Weekend of MARCH 28 & 29, 1987 (01:34:22)
JUST HOURS AWAY FROM WRESTLEMANIA, AND IT'S THE FINAL EDITION OF PIPER'S PIT as Roddy Piper says Goodbye. Ray Russell re-tells his infamous "Z-Man F-U" Story! Wrestler's Rebuttal with King Kong Bundy as Kong warns the "Midgets" ahead of the Mixed Tag at Mania. Dino Bravo STILL Brunette! Action featuring the likes of Butch Reed, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, "King" Harley Race, The Rougeau Brothers, The Hart Foundation, Moondog Spot, Adrian Adonis, Jimmy Jack Funk, The Can-Am Connection, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, and more! Soundbites & promos from Bobby Heenan, Andre the Giant, Junkyard Dog, Slick, The Iron Sheik & Nikolai Volkoff, Ricky Steamboat, The Rougeau Brothers, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Hulk Hogan, "Macho Man" Savage, and more! Plus, former rivals collide when Tito Santana takes on Greg "The Hammer" Valentine. Plus, in the SNAKE PIT, Jake Roberts has a final message for the Honky Tonk Man!
WRESTLEMANIA III - BIGGER, BETTER, BADDER!!!!
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We crack open March 1987 TV in the WWF as we begin the final leg on the Road to WrestleMania 3 as President Jack Tunney shows off a NEW WWF Championship Belt made to fit Andre the Giant. Hulk Hogan makes his final appearance on Piper's Pit. Demolition receive Theme Music, Miss Elizabeth finally tells us what she really thinks of George Steele, we catch a glimpse of Beefcake's new haircut, Hacksaw Duggan drives things, The Anvil BARKS, we go Honky Tonkin', Billy Jack does Wrist Curls, the celebrities are out and Bob Uecker loves him some Beaver. All of that, and Soundbites Galore!
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WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING MARCH 2nd, 1987
Bobby Heenan and Gorilla Monsoon shill WrestleMania 3 and Hogan vs. Andre like no other! The duo discuss Andre's training camp and the one flaw Gorilla spotted in The Giant's training! A NEW WWF Title being made to fit Andre. Ron Bass vs. Blackjack Mulligan, the Killer Bees' attire, Cpl. Kirchner regressing, Adonis cutting hair, Bundy & the Midgets, Where Benedict Orndorff will be at Mania, Herc vs. Haynes, the Bulldogs, Alice Cooper, and more! It's Soundbites Galore with this particular episode of PTW!
WWF TV – Weekend of MARCH 7 & 8th, 1987 (00:33:55)
Jack Tunney joins Piper's Pit to show off the NEW WWF CHAMPIONSHIP BELT big enough to fit Andre the Giant! Nothing says Americana like "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan in a pickup truck! Bob Uecker loves Beaver. The Anvil barks like a Chihuahua. We go Honky Tonkin' with HTM. Hacksaw Duggan drives a Forklift! Brutus Beefcake wants revenge onf Adrian Adonis. Hillbilly Jim and his Little Buddies enter the Snake Pit! Slick attacks Tito Santana. The celebrities get ready for WrestleMania as we hear from Mary Hart, Bob Uecker, Aretha Franklin, and Alice Cooper! Action featuring the likes of Tag Champion Hart Foundation, Junkyard Dog, Demolition, Can-Am Connection, Adrian Adonis, Iron Sheik, Nikolai Volkoff, Jimmy Jack Funk, Ricky Steamboat, Tito Santana, Brad Rheingans, Kamala, Honky Tonk Man, and more! Soundbites & promos from Billy Jack Haynes, Hercules, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Hart Foundation, Orton & Muraco, Bob Uecker, Hulk Hogan, and more! Plus, DEMOLITION GET THEME MUSIC!
WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING MARCH 9th, 1987 (01:10:19)
Gorilla & Heenan continue to build up WrestleMania 3 and Hulk vs. Andre throughout the program. Plus, discussions involving Outback Jack (I'm afraid), Koko B. Ware, Butch Reed, Slick, Tito Santana, George Steele, Adonis vs. Piper, Gorilla continues to string the Brain along in regards to the FLAW he spotted in Andre's training for the big title bout! Also, Audio Promos with both Ricky Steamboat & Bob Uecker!
WWF TV – Weekend of MARCH 14 & 15th, 1987 (01:34:38)
HULK HOGAN makes his FINAL APPEARANCE on PIPER'S PIT, while Andre the Giant joins The Snake Pit. Paul Roma reveals Brutus Beefcake's new haircut, but it's Mike Luca who pays for it. Did I mention Demolition has theme music now?! Billy Jack does Wrist Curls. Andre surprises Bob Uecker. Butch Reed plans to PLUCK Koko B. Ware. The Killer Bees and their school pageant gear. JYD readies for the King. Mean Gene does the Tale of the Tape with Hulk/Andre. Mario Mancini's claims. Action featuring the likes of IC Champion "Macho Man" Randy Savage, The Killer Bees, "King" Harley Race, Koko B. Ware, Hercules, Moondog Spot, Billy Jack Haynes, The Dream Team, Dino Bravo, JYD, Sivi Afi, Demolition, Ricky Steamboat, "The Duke of Dorchester", and more! Soundbites & promos from Hulk Hogan, Killer Bees, Can-Am Connection, Billy Jack Haynes, Dream Team, Dino Bravo, The Hart Foundation & Danny Davis, Bobby Heenan, Hercules, Adrian Adonis, Andre the Giant, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, and "Rowdy" Roddy Piper. Plus, Miss Elizabeth tells us what she really thinks of George Steele!
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Have no fear, the next edition of the 1987 WWF Project is on its way later this week as we cover WWF TV for March 1987 leading into WrestleMania 3! For now, we present to you, as yet another special bonus edition of the Grenade, another throwback PPV review from our Patreon Exclusive series on http://Patreon.com/WrestleCopia . We take a deep dive into the 6th installment of the WWF's In Your House PPV Series from February 1996, featuring WWF Champion Bret "Hitman" Hart vs. Diesel inside a STEEL CAGE! Plus, Owen Hart challenges Shawn Michaels for the #1 Contender spot at WrestleMania XII, Razor Ramon vs. 1-2-3 Kid in a "Crybaby Match", and Yokozuna SPEAKS for the first time in English! BANZAI! Again, this is NOT a substitute show for our 1987 WWF Project, another episode of WWF from March 1987 will drop later this week! Treat this as a bonus "THANK YOU" to all of our loyal listeners!
WWF In Your House VI
"Rage in the Cage"
Louisville Gardens - Lousiville, KY
February 18, 1996
Featuring the BONUS Preshow Free For All Match as Tatanka takes on Jake "The Snake" Roberts!
PPV Matches, Watch-Along on the WWE Network...
- CRYBABY MATCH: Razor Ramons vs. 1-2-3 Kid
- REVENGE MATCH: Duke "The Dumpster" Droese vs. Hunter Hearst Helmsley
- YOKOZUNA SPEAKS FOR THE FIRST TIME!!!
- Yokozuna vs. The British Bulldog (Vader returns from suspension)
- Shawn Michaels vs. Owen Hart (HBK puts his Mania Title Shot on the line!)
- Roddy Piper discusses WrestleMania XII
- STEEL CAGE MATCH: WWF Champion Bret "Hitman" Hart vs. Diesel
- A surprise appearance by The Undertaker!
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This episode of the Grenade is divided into 3 exciting parts! First, host Ray Russell takes a look at the latest news for March 1987 in the WWF while heading into WrestleMania 3. We discuss Missy Hyatt & Missy's Manor complete with Soundbites from her first 3 unaired shows, WrestleMania ticket sales & PPV/Closed Circuit capabilities, WWF Ice Cream Bars, the Frank Tunney Memorial Tag Tournament, Andre the Giant's health, SNME changing dates, and more! From there, it's a deep dive into Show Results for March as we breakdown all of the interesting matches, unique opponents, random partners, and show results for the likes of Boston Garden, Maple Leaf Gardens, The Spectrum, TV Tapings, and so much more! Plus, we talk JYD no showing events, Dynamite Kid's return to the ring, Jake Roberts has something "long & hard", Da Crusher vs. Bobby Heenan in the WWF, 6-Man Eliminations, The Wizard quits, Dan Spivey Injured, Mr. Fuji finds new clients, Dino Bravo bleaches his hair, Koko pins the Macho Man, Roddy Piper being ELECTROCUTED, & soundbites galore!
Finally, our last stop, the main course of the episode... WE GO BACK IN TIME TO REVIEW THE MARCH 14, 1987 EDITION OF SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT featuring a 20-MAN BATTLE ROYAL including both WWF CHAMPION HULK HOGAN AND ANDRE THE GIANT!!! Plus, The Macho Man defends his IC Title vs. George "The Animal" Steele with ELIZABETH on the line as a "PRIZE"!!!
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WWF NEWS - MARCH 1987
Ray Russell takes a look at the latest news for March 1987 in the WWF while heading into WrestleMania 3. We discuss Missy Hyatt & Missy's Manor complete with Soundbites from her first 3 unaired shows, WrestleMania ticket sales & PPV/Closed Circuit capabilities, WWF Ice Cream Bars, the Frank Tunney Memorial Tag Tournament, Andre the Giant's health, SNME changing dates, and more!
WWF HOUSE SHOW & TV TAPING RESULTS (00:25:11)
It's a deep dive into Show Results for March as we breakdown all of the interesting matches, unique opponents, random partners, and show results for the likes of Boston Garden, Maple Leaf Gardens, The Spectrum, TV Tapings, and so much more! Plus, we talk JYD no showing events, Dynamite Kid's return to the ring, Jake Roberts has something "long & hard", Da Crusher vs. Bobby Heenan in the WWF, 6-Man Eliminations, The Wizard quits, Dan Spivey Injured, Mr. Fuji finds new clients, Dino Bravo bleaches his hair, Koko pins the Macho Man, Roddy Piper being ELECTROCUTED, & soundbites galore!
For an easy way to follow along as we look into show results, feel free to go to http://www.thehistoryofwwe.com/87.htm and scroll along!
WWF SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT - MARCH 14th, 1987 (02:29:15)
Finally, our last stop, the main course of the episode... SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT #10 featuring...
- IC CHAMP "MACHO MAN" RANDY SAVAGE VS. GEORGE STEELE - WINNER GETS ELIZABETH!!!
- 20-MAN BATTLE ROYAL FEATURING... SIKA, BILLY JACK HAYNES, "OUTLAW" RON BASS, THE ISLANDERS, THE HONKY TONK MAN, THE KILLER BEES, "NATURAL" BUTCH REED, DEMOLITION, HILLBILLY JIM, NIKOLAI VOLKOFF, KOKO B. WARE, HERCULES, BLACKJACK MULLIGAN, "LEAPING" LANNY POFFO, "MR, WONDERFUL" PAUL ORNDORFF, ANDRE THE GIANT... AND WWF CHAMP HULK HOGAN
- JAKE "THE SNAKE" ROBERTS VS. KING KONG BUNDY
- TAG CHAMPS HART FOUNDATION VS. TITO SANTANA & DAN SPIVEY - The Hart's First Title Defense on TV!
- RICKY "THE DRAGON" STEAMBOAT VS. THE IRON SHEIK
- PLUS DANNY DAVIS SHENANIGANS, A SAVAGE/STEAMBOAT CONFRONTATION OR TWO, LANNY POFFO BLEEDS A GUSHER, AND EVEN MORE SOUNDBITES!!!
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But for now, we present to you a trifecta of Coliseum Video goodness featuring The Best of the WWF Volumes 3, 4 and 5! Featuring a Fijian Strap Match between "Superfly" Snuka vs. Roddy Piper, a Ten-Man Tag Team Match, A 20-Man Battle Royal, Andre vs. John Studd inside a STEEL CAGE, the Wendi Richter Screwjob, and SO MUCH MORE!!!
Match Listings below!
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Coliseum Video Presents...
The Best of the WWF Vol. 3
- "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka vs. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper in a Fijian Strap Match
- Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat vs. Cowboy Bob Orton
- The British Bulldogs vs. Rene Goulet & Johnny Rodz
- The British Bulldogs vs. The Hart Foundation
- George "The Animal" Steele undergoes Psychotherapy
- Barry Windham, Mike Rotunda & George Steele vs. Big John Studd, Adrian Adonis & Bobby Heenan
- Bruno & David Sammartino vs. Brutus Beefcake & Johnny Valiant
- King Kong Bundy tries on Wigs, from TNT (no, seriously)
- King Kong Bundy vs. Tony Garea
- A star-studded 18-Man Battle Royal with Hulk Hogan, Andre the Giant, Big John Studd, Mil Mascaras, Rocky Johnson, Paul Orndorff, Jimmy Snuka, The Masked Superstar, "Dr. D" David Schultz. Dick Murdoch, Adrian Adonis, Tony Atlas, Ivan Putski, Mr. Fuji, Tiger Chung Lee, Moondog Rex, Samu the Wild Samoan, and Bob Boyer
The Best of the WWF Vol. 4 (01:52:20)
- "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff vs. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper
- Hulk Hogan & Superfly Snuka vs. Don Muraco & Bob Orton
- 20-Man Battle Royal with Tony Atlas, Greg Valentine, Adrian Adonis, SD Jones, Chief Jay Strongbow, Jules Strongbow, Mr. Fuji, Mr. Saito, Pedro Morales, Ivan Putski, Blackjack Mulligan, "Superfly" Snuka, Johnny Rodz, Baron Mikel Scicluna, Jose Estrada, Laurent Soucie, Tony Garea, Steve Travis, Charlie Fulton, & Swede Hanson
- WRESTLING FINISHERS VIDEO
- Andre the Giant vs. Killer Khan (Mongolian Stretcher Match)
- Andre the Giant vs. Big John Studd (Steel Cage Match)
- Andre the Giant vs. King Kong Bundy (The Colossal Jostle)
- Ricky Steamboat & Tito Santana vs. Greg Valentine & Brutus Beefcake
THE BEST OF THE WWF VOL. 5 (03:33:47)
- Ricky Steamboat vs. The Magnificent Don Muraco from MSG
- The Hart Foundation vs. The Killer Bees
- The Killer Bees & Paul Orndorff vs. The Hart Foundation & Barry O
- WWF Tag Team Champions The Dream Team vs. The British Bulldogs
- FUJI GENERAL - featuring the acting "skills" of Don Muraco & Mr. Fuji
- WWF Women's Champion Wendi Richter vs. Leilani Kai
- WWF Women's Champion Wendi Richter vs. The Spider Lady - Moolah (The ORIGINAL Screwjob match!)
- Intercontinental Champion Tito Santana vs. Jesse "The Body" Ventura
- Andre the Giant, Chief Jay Strongbow, Rocky Johnson & Ivan Putski vs. Big John Studd & All 3 Wild Samoans - Afa, Sika, & Samu (8-Man Tag - The Best 3 out of 5 Falls)
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But for now, WCW presents SuperBrawl VI (1996) featuring Sting & Lex Luger vs. The Road Warriors, and a Double Main Event of Steel Cage Matches when Randy Savage defends his WCW Title vs. Ric Flair, and in a Grudge Match - Hulk Hogan battles The Giant! All of that, plus the infamous "Booker Man" angle between Kevin Sullivan & Brian Pillman!
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WCW SUPERBRAWL VI
Bayfront Center - St. Petersburg, FL
February 11, 1996
Featuring Bonus Matches from the LIVE WCW Main Event Preshow!
- The Road Warriors vs. Dick Slater & Bunkhouse Buck
- Hugh Morrus vs. Chris Kanyon
- Big Bubba & VK Wallstreet vs. Sgt. Craig Pittman & Joey Maggs
- "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan vs. Loch Ness
PPV Matches, Watch-Along on the WWE Network...
- STREET FIGHT: The Nasty Boys vs. The Public Enemy
- TV Champion Johnny B. Badd (w/Kimberly) vs. DDP (and $6.6 Million)
- Tag Team Champions Sting & Lex Luger vs. Harlem Heat
- U.S. Heavyweight Champion Konnan vs. One Man Gang
- RESPECT STRAP MATCH: Kevin Sullivan vs. Brian Pillman
- RESPECT STRAP MATCH: Kevin Sullivan vs. Arn Anderson
- Tag Team Champions Sting & Lex Luger vs. The Road Warriors
- STEEL CAGE MATCH: WCW Heavyweight Champion "Macho Man" Randy Savage (w/Elizabeth) vs. Ric Flair (w/Woman)
- STEEL CAGE MATCH: Hulk Hogan vs. The Giant
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We've got a slew of new Watch-Alongs and specials coming soon to http://Patreon.com/WrestleCopia and since Mother Nature hindered us from getting our next WWF 1987 Episode out last week, we're dropping multiple FREE BONUS Grenade Episodes TONIGHT from our Patreon series! Please continue to spread the word and we'll be back this week with an all-new episode of Grenade with MARCH 1987 IN THE WWF!
But for now, WCW presents the inaugural World War 3 PPV featuring a 60-Man 3-Ring Battle Royal for the vacant WCW World Heavyweight Title featuring Hulk Hogan, The Giant, The Yeti, Ric Flair, The Macho Man, Sting, Lex Luger, AND SO MANY MORE!!!
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WCW WORLD WAR 3 (1995)
In another great complimentary piece to our Monday Warfare: The Battles Within Podcast, it's the inaugural WCW World War 3 PPV here in 1995 featuring a 60-Man 3-Ring Battle Royal for the vacant WCW World Heavyweight Championship!
- TV Champion Johnny B. Badd vs. DDP (It's Badd's TV Title vs. DDP's Diamond Doll!)
- 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan vs. Big Bubba Rogers (Taped Fist Match)
- Bull Nakano & Akira Hokuto vs. Mayumi Ozaki & Cutie Suzuki
- U.S. Heavyweight Champion Kensuke Sasaki vs. Chris Benoit
- 'Macho Man' Randy Savage vs. Lex Luger
- Sting vs. Ric Flair
- 60-Man 3-Ring Battle Royal for the Vacant WCW Heavyweight Championship featuring...
"Macho Man" Randy Savage, Scott Armstrong, Steve Armstrong, Arn Anderson, Johnny B. Badd, Marcus Bagwell, Chris Benoit, Big Train Bart, Bunkhouse Buck, Cobra, Disco Inferno, Jim Duggan, Bobby Eaton, Ric Flair, The Giant, Eddy Guerrero, Hulk Hogan, Mr. JL, Chris Kanyon, Brian Knobbs, Kurasawa, Lex Luger, Joey Maggs, Meng, Hugh Morrus, Max Muscle, Scott Norton, One Man Gang, Paul Orndorff, Diamond Dallas Page, Sgt. Buddy Lee Parker, Brian Pillman, Sgt. Craig Pittman, Lord Steven Regal, Scotty Riggs, Road Warrior Hawk, Big Bubba Rogers, Jerry Sags, Ricky Santana, Kensuke Sasaki, Shark, Fidel Sierra, Dick Slater, Mark Starr, Stevie Ray, Sting, Dave Sullivan, The Taskmaster, Super Assassin #1, Super Assassin #2, Booker T, Squire David Taylor, Bobby Walker, VK Wallstreet, Pez Whatley, Mike Wenner, Alex Wright, James Earl Wright, The Yeti and The Zodiac
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In Episode #65 we talk the Hulk/Andre Contract Signing, Honky Tonk BLASTS Jake "The Snake" with a Guitar, The WrestleMania 3 Card, Bruno Sammartino in action, Hacksaw Duggan Arrives, Piper Retiring, Brutus gets a Haircut, Haynes vs. Bundy, and SO MUCH MORE including Soundbites Galore!
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WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING FEBRUARY 16, 1987Enjoy Soundbites Galore, of hosts Gorilla Monsoon & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan! The duo discuss topics including Andre the Giant joining the Heenan Family, The Hulk/Andre Saga, WrestleMania 3, the Hercules/Haynes feud, and King Kong Bundy making "Midget H'orderves". Plus, Gorilla interview Dr. of Style, Slick and Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat.
WWF TV – Weekend of FEBRUARY 21st & 22nd, 1987 (00:20:33)
The Honky Tonk Man BLASTS Jake "The Snake" Roberts with his GUITAR on the Snake Pit set. We talk the Honky/Jake angle and host Ray Russell breaks it down from both men's perspectives. Did Honky REALLY injure Jake, or was it all a work? New Tag Champs The Hart Foundation face The Islanders."Natural" Butch Reed takes on George "The Animal" Steele. We have our first WrestleMania Report! Ricky Steamboat faces Chic Donovan! Koko B. Ware has an altercation with Butch Reed. The Bulldogs & Tito Santana sign a Contract for WM3. Action featuring the likes of Billy Jack Haynes, "King" Harley Race, The Dream Team, Koko B. Ware, Junkyard Dog, Barry O, Don Muraco, Bob Orton, and more! Soundbites & promos from Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Billy Jack Haynes, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Bobby Heenan, and Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat. Plus, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper talks RETIREMENT!
WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING FEBRUARY 23, 1987 (01:05:42)
Even more Soundbites from Gorilla & Bobby Heenan as they talk the upcoming Hogan/Andre Contract Signing, Roddy Piper Retiring, The Islanders, George Steele being the cornerman for Steamboat at WrestleMania 3, and more. We'll also hear Mean Gene with a WrestleMania 3 Report as he talks mystery managers??? We discuss Referee Rita Marie and unruly fans picking fights with Haku. Plus, The Brain has FAR too much fun with "Midget" Jokes this week!
WWF TV – Weekend of FEBRUARY 28th & MARCH 1st, 1987 (01:26:06)
It's the HULK HOGAN/ANDRE THE GIANT CONTRACT SIGNING. Billy Jack Haynes battles King Kong Bundy. It's our very first "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan vignette, as Duggan promises to clean up the WWF. "Living Legend" Bruno Sammartino steps into the ring vs. Nikolai Volkoff. Tito Santana & The Bulldogs enter Piper's Pit. Danny Davis gets physical. The celebrities come out for WrestleMania 3 as Bob Uecker and Mary Hart appear. Hogan hates French? Who's Zoomin Who? Jimmy Powers returns. Hercules enters The Snake Pit. Action featuring the likes of IC Champ "Macho Man" Randy Savage, the Rougeau Brothers, Honky Tonk Man, Kamala, Tag Champion The Hart Foundation, "King" Harley Race, Koko B. Ware, and more. Soundbites & promos from Hulk Hogan, Ricky Steamboat, Honky Tonk Man, George "The Animal" Steele, The Rougeaus, Billy Jack Haynes, Hillbilly Jim with his "Little Buddies" Haiti Kid & Little Beaver, and more. Plus, 6-Man Tag action with The Can-Am Connection & Lanny Poffo vs. The Dream Team & Adrian Adonis. Brutus does some struttin', but it's Adonis who does the cuttin'.. to the displeasure of Beefcake!!!
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We continue February 1987 in the WWF as Andre the Giant introduces new manager Bobby Heenan & issues a challenge to WWF Champion Hulk Hogan! The Hart Foundation capture Tag Team gold! Referee Danny Davis is finally FIRED, but quickly finds new employment! We see the debuts of Outback Jack, Craig DeGeorge, and Barry Darsow as Demolition Smash V 2.0. It's loads of fun with Prime Time Soundbites featuring The Gorilla and the Brain. Plus we discuss The Macho Man, Ricky Steamboat, Honky Tonk Man, JYD, and much more!
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WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING FEBRUARY 2, 1987
IT"S EPISODE #100 OF PRIME TIME WRESTLING!!! Enjoy Soundbites Galore, of hosts Gorilla Monsoon & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan! The duo discuss topics like Blackjack Mulligan, Stu Hart, "King" Harley Race, and even go back in time to Episode #1 of Prime Time, "When the ratings were down", says the Brain. Heenan claims The U.S. boycotted the 1980 Olympics due to Brad Rheingans, makes a poor tasting joke about Asians that'd get you canceled in 2022, and then Bobby forces Gorilla to break character and laugh as the Brain disses "Outhouse" Jack. And a rarity, also up on our Youtube.com/RasslinGrenade channel as a video... Gorilla Monsoon gets revenge on Heenan, forcing Bobby to break character and laugh when Monsoon mentions Ring Rats!!! All of that, plus Ken Resnick interviews "Natural" Butch Reed & Dr. of Style, Slick.
WWF TV – Weekend of FEBRUARY 7th & 8th, 1987 (00:33:39)
THE HART FOUNDATION CAPTURE THE WWF TAG TEAM TITLES FROM THE BRITISH BULLDOGS!!! Barry Darsow debuts as Demolition SMASH V2.0. Outback Jack makes his in-ring Debut! Listen as Ray Russell breaks the internet and the podcasting world when he doesn't completely dump on Outback! Ricky Steamboat visits the Institute for Handicap Children in what I consider a tasteless vignette. Mr. Fuji loves 69! We learn the date and venue for WrestleMania III. Craig DeGeorge arrives in the WWF. Action featuring the likes of IC Champion "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Hercules, The Killer Bees, "Natural" Butch Reed, Koko B. Ware, Jimmy Jack Funk, Jake " The Snake" Roberts, "Adorable" Adrian Adonis, The Can-Am Connection, and more. Soundbites & promos from Dino Bravo, Don Muraco, Bob Orton, Mr. Fuji, The Wizard & Kamala, Billy Jack Haynes, Butch Reed & Slick, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, and "Macho Man" Randy Savage. PLUS, ON PIPER'S PIT... ANDRE THE GIANT INTRODUCES HIS NEW MANAGER BOBBY HEENAN, AND CHALLENGES HULK HOGAN TO A WWF TITLE MATCH AT WRESTLEMANIA, leaving the Hulkster in disbelief, BROTHER!
WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING FEBRUARY 13, 1987 (01:32:22)A special Friday the 13th edition of PTW as their normal Monday night slot has "gone to the dogs". Plenty more sounbites this week from Gorilla & Bobby as they talk in depth about WrestleMania III, Hulk Hogan, and Andre the Giant. We hear from the Honky Tonk Man & Jimmy Hart inside Phillips Recording Studio. Ken Resnick interviews Jake "The Snake" Roberts. Plus, Bobby talks his dislike for Kilts... and Midgets.
WWF TV – Weekend of FEBRUARY 14th & 15th, 1987 (01:49:53)
It's Valentine's Day weekend and President Jack Tunney FINALLY FIRES Referee Danny Davis! Then, Jimmy Hart HIRES Danny Davis as the newest member of the Hart Foundation! Hillbilly Jim teams up with the Rougeaus to take on The Dream Team and "Luscious" Johnny V. Lanny Poffo has a poem for us all. Ray has a hot take on Jose Luis Rivera. Action featuring the likes of Demolition, Tito Santana, Don Muraco & Bob Orton, The Junkyard Dog, Ricky Steamboat, The Honky Tonk Man, Can-Am Connection, "King" Harley Race, Moondog Spot, The Killer Bees, Tiger Chung Lee, Billy Jack Haynes, IC Champion "Macho Man" Randy Savage, and more. Soundbites & promos from The U.S. Express, The Hart Foundation, Blackjack Mulligan, George "The Animal" Steele, and Paul Roma! PLUS, HULK HOGAN RETURNS TO PIPER'S PIT TO ANSWER THE CHALLENGE OF ANDRE THE GIANT!
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We continue down the Road to WrestleMania 3 as we cover WWF News for February 1987, we take a deep dive into house show results, and tons of soundbites featuring promos from all of the top stars including Bruno Sammartino, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, The Hart Foundation, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, Junkyard Dog, Demolition, "King" Harley Race, and so many more!
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This episode of the Grenade is divided into 2 exciting parts! First, host Ray Russell takes a look at the latest news and notes for February of 1987 in the WWF featuring "Rowdy" Roddy Piper's future, Ken Patera's Return, Ken Resnick on thin ice, The Frank Tunney Memorial Tournament, Dynamite Kid injury update, Andre's "Giant" Title belt, Hulk Hogan doesn't care for the paparazzi BROTHER, Outback Jack is GREEN, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan arrives, Mike Rotunda quits, Who is Samantha Fox?, and more WrestleMania 3 news than you can shake a stick at!
From there, it’s a deep dive into the house show circuit for February of the year as we breakdown all of the interesting matches, unique opponents, random partners, and show results for the likes of MSG, Boston Garden, The Philadelphia Spectrum, Maple Leaf Gardens, the Montreal Forum, the Meadowlands, and so much more! We talk 6-Man Elimination Matches, Paul Orndorff as Kim Chee, SAVAGE VS. BRUNO, and Soundbites Galore!
For an easy way to follow along as we look into show results, feel free to go to http://www.thehistoryofwwe.com/87.htm and scroll along!
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The Grenade returns to form as we participate in a special ASK US ANYTHING episode where host Ray Russell answers your questions about HHH taking over WWE, the AEW Implosion w/CM Punk & the Bucks altercation, "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert, Johnny Powers & The Cleveland Riot, Radio WWF, Portland Wrestling, Exotic Adrian Street, The Moondogs, Ed Wiskoski/Col. DeBeers, Dexter Lumis, The Cobra vs. Black Tiger at MSG, Bill Watts' WCW, did Vince McMahon truly kill the territories, and so much more! Lots of fun, lots of info, lots of strong opinions on the current product as well... Two hours of fun headed your way! Please spread the word, THE GRENADE.... IS.... BACK!!!
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We're Baaa-aaack! A special UNCENSORED RETURN announcement episode featuring Ray Russell (and company) from the WrestleCopia Podcast Network discussing his time away from Podcasting for the last couple of months, the insanity surrounding his time away, big RETURN news, plus Ray SHOOTS on Vince McMahon's retirement, Ric Flair's Last Match, Conrad Thompson, PHIL (AKA CM Punk), Tony Khan, Kevin Nash, Bret Hart, Naomi & Sasha Banks, Kevin Dunn, "Star Ratings", recent wrestling deaths, wrestling memes, and SO MUCH more! Once again, fair warning... This episode is uncensored/unedited, expect some use of naughty language as Ray gets back into the swing of things by releasing all of his pent-up stress on the wrestling world!
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Due to a family emergency, we change gears for this week. The 1987 in the WWF Project returns next week. However, THIS is a Special Edition of the Grenade, as we go back to 1993 this week and cover the 2-Hour USA Special, the WWF’s March to WrestleMania IX. An excellent addition to our 1993 Project that ended several episodes ago. The Macho Man meets Yokozuna, The Undertaker battles Bam Bam Bigelow, the Mega Maniacs shell out the most Drug-Infused Promo perhaps in the history of professional wrestling, plus so much more! It’s a fun 90+ minute ride back to March of 93 and for those interested you can Watch-Along with us as part of the WWE Network or The Peacock. Thanks for sticking with the Grenade, and we hope you enjoy this special bonus edition.
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Originally, we intended for this episode to cover all of the news, notes, and arena result discussion for February 1987 in the WWF… That topic has been postponed until next week… And that’s because I had a family emergency that started over the weekend. My grandmother who I have spoken of here from time to time on the show, who raised me from birth… Sadly, she experienced a major health issue Saturday morning pertaining to one of her arteries and underwent emergency heart surgery over the weekend. At 80 years old and with other health issues they really didn’t think she would make it through the surgery.
But after many of your thoughts, prayers, and well wishes I’m happy to say she DID make it through the surgery, and her circulation is probably the best it’s been in 20 years. However, at her age and it being such a major surgery, she has a LONG road to recovery. Lots of therapy ahead in a rehab center to get her back walking and talking so it’s still pretty rough emotionally and mentally on the family because even though she had issues getting around, she was always very vibrant and talkative and it’s hard seeing her lay there so weak, groggy, unable to lift her head for long periods, and speaking so softly. But I keep telling myself the hardest part is behind her, I hope. She survived and now it's just getting back on her feet which is going to take some time. I thank all of the loyal Grenadiers out there, our listeners, for their support.
With that said, we will pick back up with 1987 in the WWF NEXT WEEK when we begin to cover February 1987 on the road to WrestleMania 3. The Hart Foundation win the Tag Team Titles, Referee Danny Davis is FINALLY fired by Prez Jack Tunney, Barry Darsow replaces Randy Colley as Smash in Demolition, Outback Jack makes his in-ring debut, Andre the Giant officially makes his heel turn when he challenges Hulk Hogan to a Championship Match IN THE WRESTLEMANIA… and so much more.
But for this week, given the brief time I had to put something together… For those who followed us before the 1987 project, you know that we did an extensive deep dive into the year of 1993 in the WWF… and that included all of the PPVs including WrestleMania IX… Mega MANIACS challenging Money Inc, Undertaker vs. Giant Gonzalez, Perfect vs. Narcissist, and WWF Champ Bret Hart battling Yokozuna…
But with a week away from Mania… The WWF hosted a 2-hour special on USA dubbed the March to WrestleMania IX… One final monster push for the PPV with the likes of Macho Man Randy Savage taking on Yokozuna, The Undertaker going up against Bam Bam Bigelow, Kamala exacting revenge on his former handler Kim Chee, Mr. Perfect takes on Skinner in the final appearance of the alligator man gimmick, mixed tag action with Bushwhackers & Tiger Jackson (future Dink) vs. The Beverly Brothers & Little Louie. Plus action involving Tatanka, Money Inc, we’ll see IC Champion Shawn Michaels, Crush hunts for Octopus, or is it Octopi? AND a DRUG INFUSED promo from the MEGA MANIACS that you’ll never forget. You’ll have to stay tuned and listen, you don’t want to miss it.
So here it is guys, from our PATREON EXCLUSIVE Watch-Along Series… One of MANY watch-alongs featured on the All Access Tier of https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopia for the LOW LOW price of just $5 per month. No subscription, cancel anytime.
For $5 you get all of my insanely detailed show notes, early access to new episodes of WC podcasts, Unedited TR Shocks, Remastered versions of the earliest episode of Grenade featuring additional content originally edited out, and this, our Patreon Exclusive Watch-Along series… International fans can join along with us on the WWE Network or the Peacock here in the States to Watch-Along, or just listen and have some fun. I promise the Mega Maniacs coked-out promo IS intact for your listening pleasure…
Steve Eckstat along for the ride on this episode as my co-host. THIS IS the WWF’s March to WrestleMania IX…
WWF MARCH TO WRESTLEMANIA IX - THE WATCH-ALONG
- "Macho Man" Randy Savage vs. Yokozuna
- You won’t want to miss the Drug-Infused MEGA MANIACS PROMO, Brother. This has to be heard to be believed…
- Mr. Perfect vs. Skinner
- Kamala vs. Kimchee
- The Bushwhackers & Tiger Jackson vs. Beverly Brothers & Little Louie
- The Undertaker vs. Bam Bam Bigelow
- Plus Tatanka, IC Champion Shawn Michaels, Tag Team Champs Money Inc, Crush searches for Octopus, and more…
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The Road to WrestleMania 3 begins as the seeds are planted for a potential WWF Title Match between Champion Hulk Hogan and his good friend Andre the Giant. Plus, DEMOLITION DEBUTS with a different SMASH? Ricky Steamboat RETURNS to the ring, Danny Davis continues to screw the babyfaces, Roddy Piper has a gift for the Macho Man, Mick Foley does a stretcher job for Kamala in 1987, Hercules calls out Billy Jack Haynes, Honky Tonk Man talks "Honky Burgers", JYD coming for the King, WWF cancels Australian Tour, and the original OBJ, Outback Jack boards QANTAS headed for the WWF! All of that, and SOUNDBITES GALORE!
SPECIAL ALERT: THE WRESTLECOPIA PODCAST NETWORK & THE WRESTLING MEMORY GRENADE ARE IN THE SEARCH FOR NEW COHOSTS TO CREATE CONTENT! IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN JOINING WRESTLECOPIA AND BECOMING A FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME (OR EVEN A GUEST COHOST) PLEASE CONTACT RAY RUSSELL AT WRESTLECOPIA@GMAIL.COM OR DM ME ON TWITTER @RasslinGrenade
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WWF TV - Weekend of JANUARY 3rd – 5th, 1987It's soundbites galore with Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan from the set of Prime Time Wrestling as Bobby battles a hangover while writing a list of personal goals in 1987! Plus, the Hart Foundation share their aspirations for the new year. Meanwhile, on Superstars and Wrestling Challenge, it's the 1986 Year in Review. Plus, it's the final week for the "New Year's Resolutions" Contest! Listen to the 3-minute soundbite of WWF Superstars' New Year's Resolutions and guess all of the voices in the order they appear and WIN an AUTOGRAPHED PROMO PIC of THE HONKY TONK MAN!
WWF TV - Week of JANUARY 10th – 14th, 1987 (00:32:47)
WWF Tag Team Champions The British Bulldogs vs. The Iron Sheik & Nikolai Volkoff. The Killer Bees vs. The Magnificent Muraco & "Cowboy" Bob Orton. Will Kamala's Top-Rope Splash get banned? The Honky Tonk Man visits Graceland. More vignettes of the original OBJ... That's Outback Jack! Jesse Ventura questions Bobby Heenan on the reinstatement of Andre the Giant. We learn what "Wonderfulness" means. It's a pair of Blackjack Mulligan vignettes as he first wrangles some calves on his horse "Sunday", before introducing us to "The Honey Wagon". More Prime Time soundbites with Gorilla and the Brain as they talk about everything from "Pizza Face" Bruno to the definition of Sivi Afi. Butch Reed & Slick enter the Snake Pit. Beltmaker Reggie Parks steps into the ring. Bobby Heenan confronts WWF President Jack Tunney about privacy. What are "illegal masks", exactly? The Can-Am Connection get mobbed. Blackjack Mulligan on the Snake Pit. Plenty of wrestling action featuring the likes of IC Champion Randy "Macho Man" Savage, George "The Animal" Steele, The Junkyard Dog, Billy Jack Haynes, Frenchy Martin, Hercules, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, The Rougeau Brothers, "The Natural" Butch Reed, Tito Santana, Jimmy Jack Funk, Kamala, "The King" Harley Race, and more. Soundbites featuring promos from Bobby Heenan, Mr. Wonderful, The Hart Foundation, the Macho Man, Ricky Steamboat, Blackjack Mulligan, the Rougeaus, and more. PLUS, Roddy Piper has a special gift for The Macho Man on Piper's Pit.
WWF TV - Weekend of JANUARY 17th – 19th, 1987 (01:21:25)
DEMOLITION MAKE THEIR WWF DEBUT, WITH THE ORIGINAL SMASH (MOONDOG REX)! Hulk Hogan receives a special award on Roddy Piper's Pit! The Mighty Hercules issues a "Full Nelson" Challenge to Billy Jack Haynes! There's a new mean streak in the Honky Tonk Man. Six-man action with The Dream Team & Dino Bravo vs. Tito Santana, Pedro Morales, & Hillbilly Jim. Referee Danny Davis works overtime to try and screw more babyfaces, but this time the "good guys" revolt! WrestleMania 3 gets a date! George Steele can read? Outback Jack chillin' in da Pub! The Harley Race/JYD saga continues. Plenty of wrestling action featuring the likes of Ricky Steamboat, Kamala, Demolition, Hercules, Blackjack Mulligan, Dan Spivey, Mike Rotundo, Butch Reed, Barry O, The Can-Am Connection, The Honky Tonk Man, George Steele, and more.. Soundbites featuring promos from The Macho Man, Hillbilly Jim, Bobby Heenan, the Wizard, and more. More Prime Time goodness again as Bobby Heenan does everything from translating "Tama" to talk the new attitude of Sal Bellomo. PLUS, RICKY STEAMBOAT makes his return to the wrestling ring!!!
WWF TV - Weekend of JANUARY 24th – 26th, 1987 (02:05:34)
In another special edition of PIPER's PIT, Andre the Giant receives an award, but it is overshadowed by the glory hound Hulk Hogan! Randy Colley's FINAL APPEARANCE as SMASH of DEMOLITION! Kamala squashes a young MICK FOLEY, as Foley does his first of many stretcher jobs in the business! "Macho Man" Randy Savage DESTROYS poor Tommy Sharpe. Bobby Heenan goes on the rant of a lifetime, trashing Hulk Hogan while surprisingly defending Andre the Giant. In a warm-up to WrestleMania 3, The Can-Am Connection take on Magnificent Muraco & "Cowboy" Bob Orton. Who has the more devastating move, Kamala's Top-Rope Splash or King Kong Bundy's Avalanche? Bobby Heenan continues his rant about the Hogan/Andre situation on Prime Time in a series of excellent audio clips. Jacques Rougeau faces the Magnificent Muraco. Vince shares his thoughts on "Honky Burgers". Outback Jack doesn't know tomato sauce from ketchup. Brian Blair's Stinger. The Honky Tonk Man visits "The Lisa Marie". Steve Lombardi bullies Paul Roma. Plenty of wrestling action featuring the likes of "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, Ricky Steamboat, Koko B. Ware, The Hart Foundation, Blackjack Mulligan, The U.S. Express (Spivey & Rotundo), IC Champion The Macho Man, Junkyard Dog,, Kamala, Demolition, The Killer Bees, and more. Soundbites featuring promos from King Kong Bundy, Koko B. Ware, The Macho Man, Outback Jack, Vince McMahon, Bobby Heenan, The Can-Am Connection, and more. PLUS, we debut a NEW SEGMENT here on the Grenade, "BREAK IT DOWN", where we take a deep look into a specific topic. This week's topic happens to be the WWF's attempt to stake a claim in the continent of Australia. We look at the seasonal tours from 1986, the canceled tour of February 1987, and what went wrong. causing the WWF not to return for a staggering 16 YEARS!
WWF TV - Weekend of JANUARY 31st & FEBRUARY 1st, 1987 (03:01:27)Things heat up when Jesse "The Body" Ventura joins Piper's Pit to talk Hulk Hogan & Andre the Giant. The Body promises to present Andre on the Pit next week, while the Hot Rod promises "Hulky Baby" Hulk Hogan! Hercules and Billy Jack Haynes nearly come to blows! Tito Santana BODYSLAM The Slickster, angering "The Natural" Butch Reed in the process. Butch Reed vows revenge on Tito Santana for his manager Slick. Haku battles Greg "The Hammer" Valentine with Danny Davis as the referee. The Dragon crosses the line, selling his injury while visiting a hospital for handicapped children. The Islanders take on The Iron Sheik & Nikolai Volkoff. "The King" Harley Race meets Koko B. Ware with Danny Davis involved. Hulk Hogan puts over Hercules. The Can-Am Connection in a weird vignette. JYD gets physical with Danny Davis. The fans continue to cheer for the Snake and the DDT. Tito Santana & Pedro Morales take on The Iron Sheik & Nikolai Volkoff The Honky Tonk Man creates a new record label. Jake "The Snake" forgets his gear? Referee Danny Davis cuts a heel promo. Plenty of wrestling action featuring the likes of "Adorable" Adrian Adonis, The Hart Foundation, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Hercules, Billy jack Haynes, Harley Race, Tito Santana, The Rougeau Brothers, Paul Roma, Jimmy Jack Funk, Tony Garea, and more. Soundbites featuring promos from Nikolai Volkoff & The Iron Sheik, Adrian Adonis, Lanny Poffo, Andre the Giant, Hulk Hogan, and more. PLUS, WRESTLEMANIA 3... BIGGER...BETTER.....BADDER!!!
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In this edition of the Grenade, we separate the show into 3 intriguing parts! JOIN US AS WE REVIEW THE JANUARY 3, 1987 EDITION OF SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT featuring WWF Champion Hulk Hogan defending against Paul "Mr. Wonderful" Orndorff inside the big blue STEEL CAGE!!! Plus, the return of Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat! We talk January 87 WWF News. Ray shares his thoughts on Demolition being referred to as Road Warrior ripoffs. Plus, we a do a deep dive into the house show circuit for January of the year as we breakdown all of the interesting matches, unique opponents, random partners, and show results for the likes of MSG, Boston Garden, Maple Leaf Gardens, The Philadelphia Spectrum, the Montreal Forum, and so much more! All of that, and SOUNDBITES GALORE!!!
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This episode of the Grenade is divided into 3 exciting parts! First, host Ray Russell takes a look at the latest news and notes for January of 1987 in the WWF. From there, it's a deep dive into the house show circuit for January of the year as we breakdown all of the interesting matches, unique opponents, random partners, and show results for the likes of MSG, Boston Garden, Maple Leaf Gardens, The Philadelphia Spectrum, the Montreal Forum, and so much more! Finally, our last stop, the main course of the episode... WE GO BACK IN TIME TO REVIEW THE JANUARY 3, 1987 EDITION OF SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT featuring WWF Champion Hulk Hogan defending against Paul "Mr. Wonderful" Orndorff inside the big blue STEEL CAGE!!! Plus, the return of Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat! All of that, and SOUNDBITES GALORE!!!
WWF NEWS - JANUARY 1987
- DEMOLITION ARRIVE!!! Ray Russell gives his take on the decades-old question... Were Demolition really a Road Warriors ripoff? Ray doesn't think so and explains his reasons why.
- Roddy Piper Retirement Rumors
- WrestleMania 3 finds a venue, as the card begins to take shape!
- The injury to Dynamite Kid opens the door for the Can-Am Connection
- "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan finishing up in the UWF
- Hot Free Agent - Bam Bam Bigelow
- TV Ratings - The WWF vs. Bill Watts' UWF
- A Montreal feud rekindled - BRAVO VS. THE ROUGEAUS
- Jake "The Snake" Roberts turning babyface
- Wrestling Goes Hollywood as the movie "BODYSLAM" is set to be released starring Roddy Piper & Tama of the Islanders. Plus, Ricky Steamboat & Big John Studd do a little acting as well! And we learn of plans for a HULK HOGAN movie, as we ponder who can take over as the lead draw for the WWF should the Hulkster take time away from the ring.
- Plus, we talk WWF Ice Cream Bars, Athletic Commissions banning snakes, and more!
WWF HOUSE SHOW RESULTS (00:45:12)
- It's a deep dive into the House Show results from the WWF in January 1987 as we look at results from New York's MSG, the Boston Garden, Philly's Spectrum, Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, St. Louis at the Kiel, the Montreal Forum, Nassau Coliseum, the Meadowlands, the Los Angeles Sports Arena, Detroit's Joe Louis Arena, Chicago's Rosemont Horizon, and much, much more!
- The WWF expands to 3 shows per night, thus expanding its roster in the process as we welcome the likes of Outback Jack, Ron Bass, Brad Rheingans, and DEMOLITION!
- Ricky Steamboat returns to seek revenge on the Macho Man
- The WWF goes head-to-head with Jim Crockett Promotions in Philadelphia on the same night! How did each promotion fair?
- Hulk Hogan headlines the A-shows as he defends the WWF Title vs. "Ugandan Headhunter" Kamala
- Davey Boy Smith tries out a variety of tag team partners to substitute for The Dynamite Kid, including Bruno Sammartino, Roddy Piper, JYD, Billy Jack Haynes, and Da Crusher!
- The Junkyard Dog begins "no showing" random events, which doesn't bode well for his future with Titan.
- "Duke of Dorchester" Pete Doherty wins a match!
- Jake Roberts challenges Hulk Hogan in Providence, one of only two markets where the infamous DDT on the Snake Pit aired.
- DA CRUSHER makes a few random house show appearances!
- In a real piece of WWF history... "Rowdy" Roddy Piper suffers only his second of three pinfall losses during his WWF run from 1984 - 1992, when Adrian Adonis pins the Hot Rod with the help of Guest Referee Andre the Giant!
- Vince sticks it to the NWA by creating his own Bunkhouse Battle Royals to go up against JCP's "Bunkhouse Stampede" events.
- JYD incites a juvenile riot in Toronto
- The Wizard and "Chaka Khan's" Tooth
- Danny Davis' antics backfire on the Hart Foundation
- Howard Finkel celebrates 10 years with the WWF!
- Bruno Sammartino is gunning for Randy Savage, the piece of SHLIME!
- The women wrestlers return for some events
- Some hidden gems as the Can-Am Connection have a great tag team match vs. The Dream Team, and Koko B. Ware goes the full 20-minute distance with The Magnificent Muraco
- Jake "The Snake" wrestles fellow heels, including King Kong Bundy, Mr. Wonderful & The Macho Man!
- Vince outdraws the NWA in St. Louis
- Lots of unique matches, random teams, interesting results, and localized promo soundbites from the wrestlers hyping the events!
WWF SUPERSTARS 86 "YEAR IN REVIEW" & GUESS THE WRESTLERS CONTEST! (02:35:11)
- We take a quick look at the Jan. 3, 1987 episode of WWF Superstars. A special Year in Review Episode
- Ray calls an audible and randomly creates a "Name the Wrestlers" Contest from a special "NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION" Soundbite. Be the first to identify all of the wrestlers in the soundbite (in order of appearance) and win a FREE Autographed 8x10 of the Honky Tonk Man!
WWF SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT - JANUARY 3rd, 1987 (02:41:33)We have a blast analyzing every aspect of SNME, from the open-ended finish of Hogan vs. Orndorff to Ricky Steamboat's Return.
Loaded with soundbites, Matches include...
- WWF Champion Hulk Hogan vs. Mr. Wonderful - Inside a STEEL CAGE
- IC Champion Randy "Macho Man" Savage vs. George "The Animal" Steele
- "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. "The Adorable" Adrian Adonis
- The Junkyard Dog vs. "King" Harley Race
- Blackjack Mulligan vs. Jimmy Jack Funk - In the "Battle for Texas"
- Plus, Referee Danny Davis continues his questionable officiating, we witness our very first TIE in a Steel Cage Match and the RETURN of RICKY "THE DRAGON" STEAMBOAT!
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We go back in time to 1986 in the WWF in order to analyze all the goings-on heading into the new year of 87. This episode is LOADED with news, background history, fun anecdotes, and yes plenty of SOUNDBITES for your listening pleasure! We take a deep dive into the ENTIRE roster heading into 1987 as we look at over 70 talents currently employed by the WWF! Plus, other topics include the hot feuds of the time between Hogan/Orndorff, Piper/Adonis, Steamboat/Savage, to name a few. The return of Andre the Giant, the injuries of both Paul Orndorff and the Dynamite Kid, the heel turn of the Honky Tonk Man, Evil Referee Danny Davis, Jim Neidhart's legal woes, WrestleMania 3, 1986 New Comers, Vince pillaging the Montreal territory, and SO MUCH MORE!! This 4.5 Hour Episode is LOADED!!!!
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THE WORLD WRESTLING FEDERATION... The Recognized Symbol of Excellence, in Sports Entertainment!
Host Ray Russell has a blast going back in time to 1986 in the World Wrestling Federation in order to analyze and dissect all the goings-on heading into the new year of 1987. This episode is LOADED with news, notes, background history, fun anecdotes, a deep dive into the ENTIRE WWF roster leading into 87, and yes plenty of SOUNDBITES for your listening pleasure!
Some of the topics discussed on this episode of the Grenade include...
VINCE MCMAHON'S PILLAGING OF THE MONTREAL TERRITORY - The WWF swoops in to take the remaining top stars of the Montreal territory including the Rougeau Brothers, Rick Martel, and Dino Bravo!
THE HOT FEUDS OF 1986 - We discuss at length the hottest feuds of 1986 that carry over into the new year, including PIPER VS. ADONIS, SAVAGE VS. STEAMBOAT, AND HULK HOGAN VS. "MR. WONDERFUL" PAUL ORNDORFF! Plus, Ray discusses the Orndorff heel turn, the financial success of the Hogan/Orndorff feud on the house shows, the underlying Macho Man vs. Bruno Sammartino feud that came out of the Steamboat injury, Adrian Adoni's "firing" and rehiring in the midst of his feud with the Hot Rod, and so much more!
HEEL REFEREE DANNY DAVIS - We document many of the concerning issues inside the ring with questionable referee Danny Davis throughout the fall and early winter of 1986. Jack Tunney would have to be blind not to see the shenanigans caused by Davis, and the worst is yet to come!
ANDRE THE GIANT MAKES HIS TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO THE WWF! - We look at Andre's acromegaly, his "suspension" from the WWF, his stint in New Japan following WrestleMania 2, his return to the WWF as THE GIANT MACHINE, his time away to film The Princess Bride, and Andre's return to the company following a questionable hearing in which Andre wasn't a part of... but Bobby Heenan was!!! Hmmmmm
THE HONKY TONK MAN TURNS HEEL - We discuss one of the shortest babyface runs in WWF history as the Honky Tonk Man arrives with support from the likes of WWF Champion Hulk Hogan, but the fans just aren't buying it. After losing a "Vote of Confidence" Poll with the fans, Honky finds a new attitude, as well as a new manager.
SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT RESULTS FOR NOVEMBER 1986 - The WWF Champion Hulk Hogan is put to the test by Booby Heenan's most recent acquisition, HERCULES. Plus, Roddy Piper moves on from former bodyguard and best friend "Cowboy" Bob Orton, and a rare "Battle of the Heels" when IC Champion Randy Savage defends against tweener Jake "The Snake" Roberts!
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN - A quick look at a couple of names who have recently departed from the company including Capt. Lou Albano and Big John Studd!
NEWCOMERS IN 1986 - We run down the list of many of the talents who arrived on the scene in 1986 and discuss what they've accomplished this far and where they're at, headed into 1987. Some of the names featured in this segment include "King" Harley Race, Dick Slater, Mike Rotunda, Koko B. Ware, the formation of the Islanders tag team, The Rougeau Brothers, Blackjack Mulligan, Tom Magee, "Outlaw" Ron Bass, Brad Rheingans, Sika the Wild Samoan, "Ugandan Headhunter" Kamala, Dr. of Style Slick along with his protege "The Natural" Butch Reed, Ken Patera released from prison, Outback Jack taking QANTAS to the States. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan headed in, and a young lad by the name of OWEN HART!!!
QUESTIONS ANSWERED...HOW DID SLICK BREAK HIS ARM?
WHO WAS NEXT IN LINE FOR "THE NATURAL" CHARACTER IF BUTCH REED HAD BACKED OUT??
WHAT PROMO GOT PRO WRESTLING BANNED FROM RAY RUSSELL'S BEDROOM TV???
JIM NEIDHART'S TROUBLED PAST - What started out as research for the January 1987 arrest of Jim Neidhart following an alleged assault of a flight attendant, turned into an exposé of sorts on the legal troubles of the Anvil. While uncovering the full story of what took place aboard the U.S. Air Flight in 1987, I also uncovered several stories dating back to the 1970s including one of Neidhart leaping off a 4th story balcony with a Fire Extinguisher strapped to his back and swinging from 4 bed sheets tied together like Tarzan into a lower level apartment's plate glass window. Unbelievable! From there we look at Vince McMahon fronting Neidhart the money (and the attorney) to sue the Airlines, a case that Neidhart won (over $300,000 in 1991 money) and then refused to pay McMahon back! Crack is a helluva drug!
WRESTLING INJURIES - PAUL ORNDORFF & THE DYNAMITE KID - We look at the knee injury of Dan Spivey and the broken toes of Jacques Rougeau before getting to the real meat of the Injury Stories leading into 1987. First, we take a look at the nerve damage to the neck and shoulder of "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, his refusal to take time off, and all of this leading to atrophy in his right arm. From there, we move on to the case of the Dynamite Kid, another man who was working with multiple injuries before they caught up to him one December night in Toronto. We discuss the temporary paralyzing back injury of Dynamite, the surgery that followed, and the ramifications that would plague him for the remainder of his wrestling career.
WRESTLEMANIA III NEWS - We look at the initial plans to have WrestleMania 3 in three different locations yet again, what caused the decision to be nixed, and some of Dave Meltzer's guesses as to the matches on the big show, involving the likes of Mr. T teaming with Roddy Piper, a babyface return of Big John Studd, and Bruno Sammartino stepping into the ring to team with VINCE MCMAHON!!!
WWF ON FOX - The fledgling Fox Broadcasting Company acquires the WWF on many of their larger city FOX affiliates, prompting all local affiliates to go with the WWF should they want wrestling programs on their station!
HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD - Acting fever is in the air, all the way back in the mid-1980s. Everyone wants to be in the pictures including Jesse "The Body" Ventura, Ricky Steamboat, Big John Studd, and Hulk Hogan... brother!
HERE & THERE - Random bits of news and notes discussing Roddy Piper's refusal to work the Pacific Northwest shots due to his loyalty to promoter Don Owen. Hot Rod no showing Fresno due to a High-Speed Chase with the law. The WWF putting the screws to JCP as they create their own Bunkhouse Battle Royals. The WWF adding a THIRD HOUSE SHOW every night, and much more!
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It's the full 1986/1987 WWF ROSTER as we analyze and dissect over SEVENTY, that's 70 SUPERSTARS!!! Running 3 shows per night, you need all the talent you can get, and the WWF roster is STACKED here heading into 1987 as we take a brief look at what many of the talents were doing in 1986 and what to expect in the early part of 87. The roster chart is broken down into the heels and the faces, the main eventers, upper-tier players, mid-carders, the lower tier/enhancement talent, tag teams, and yes even the managers! It was an absolute delight running through the loaded roster and talking about what we can expect in the new year of 1987!
STILL TO COME... Oh, but we aren't done yet. In the final segment of the show, Ray talks about many of the wrestlers and things still to come in 1987. Just a few of those topics include Missy Hyatt and "Missy's Manor", The Ultimate Warrior, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, Bam Bam Bigelow, The One Man Gang, "Million Dollar" Man Ted Dibiase, Mr. T, The Glamour Girls vs. The Jumping Bomb Angels, Sensational Sherri, Bruce Prichard, Piledriver the Wrestling Album, the SLAMMY AWARDS, and the inaugural SURVIVOR SERIES PPV!
Strap yourselves in for a fun ride as we kickstart 1987 in the World Wrestling Federation!
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It's a special hybrid episode of the Grenade as a slightly under the weather Ray Russell is joined by a GUEST CO-HOST to power through & bring you guys a 1993 WWF Year-in-Review show. We give away a few Awards, talk at length about where many stars are headed throughout 1994, and from there it's time to ASK US ANYTHING! Ray takes time from the typical format to ask nearly 40 of the listener's questions that range WILDLY from his very candid thoughts on the current Tammy "Sunny" Sytch issues to his favorite Duke Boys! Is it Bo & Luke, or Coy & Vance? You'll have to listen to the Grenade to find out!!!
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Now that we've made it through the year of 1993 in the World Wrestling Federation we take the time to go back and perform a sort of Year-in-Review episode as we give out a few awards including Wrestler of the Year, Tag Team of the Year, Match of the Year, Jobber of the Year, and even a "BIGGEST BUST" award. We even spend a considerable amount of time discussing what's to come in 1994 for many of the superstars in the WWF.
From there the show turns to a special "ASK US ANYTHING" segment where host Ray Russell answers approximately 40 of the listeners' questions ranging from questions about the Podcast Network, to wrestling memories, memorabilia, future projects, wrestling announcers, favorite & least favorite PPVs, Ray's favorite incarnation of the Duke Boys (Bo & Luke or Coy & Vance)???, and Ray's personal (and VERY candid) take on the ongoing issues involving Tammy "Sunny" Sytch.
What was expected to be a "throwaway" episode heading in, turned out to be a real blast and a pleasure to be part of. Enjoy this laid-back episode of the Grenade before we return next week with Episode #58 where we set the stage for 1987 IN THE WWF!
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WE CLOSEOUT 1993 IN THE WWF with the month of DECEMBER as Bret Hart responds to Owen's Challenge, "Double J" Jeff Jarrett Debuts, The Macho Man returns to competition, Tatanka looks for revenge on Ludvig Borga, Alundra Blayze arrives, IRS steals "Chismo's" Gold, Lex Luger SLAM Yokozuna AGAIN, Johnny Polo Wrestles, it's Pedal to the Metal with Thurman "Sparky" Plugg, EVIL Alfred Hayes at his best, Yoko Claus, and KWANG the "Ninja Type Karate Character". Plus, The Undertaker has a special Holiday Message for Yokozuna!
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(NOTE: In between the main TV programs we also touch on any necessary Exclusive matches, segments, or angles that aired internationally or on the U.S. recap programs like Mania, All American, TSN, etc.)
WWF TV - Weekend of DECEMBER 12 & 13, 1993
The Macho Man returns to action versus Fatu of the Headshrinkers. Jim Cornette fills in for Bobby Heenan on Raw! EVIL Alfred Hayes announces the Royal Rumble Main Event. Jeff Jarrett with Waldo, the Country Sax! The Macho Man talks "Garbage Fuji" & "Crush-Crush". Todd Pettingill needs your help with the next 900 vote line scam of the week. Gorilla Monsoon replaces Bobby Heenan on Wrestling Challenge. YOKO CLAUS! Vince McMahon interviews Paul Bearer. Charity is Tax-Deductible! Double J's final vignette. Soundbites featuring Razor Ramon, Adam Bomb, Harvey Wippleman, Macho Man, and Crush. Action featuring the likes of Tatanka, the HeadShrinkers, Doink & Dink, Ludvig Borga, the Steiner Brothers, Crush, Smoking Gunns, IRS, "The Model" Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Bret "Hitman" Hart, and The Undertaker! Plus, IRS steals "Chismo's" Gold!
WWF TV - Weekend of DECEMBER 18 - 20, 1993 (00:41:05)
Bret Hart declines brother Owen's Challenge to a one-on-one match. Tatanka battles Ludvig Borga in hopes to exact revenge. "Double J" Jeff Jarrett makes his in-ring Debut! It's PEDAL TO THE METAL, with THURMAN "SPARKY" PLUGG! EVIL Alfred Hayes commends Owen Hart for becoming "unshackled from his ungrateful family"... BRAVO, OWEN. The Undertaker in his workshop building a double-deep, double-wide casket for Yokozuna! Shawn Michaels is guest commentator on RAW. Bam Bam & The Headshrinkers vs. 1-2-3 Kid & Smoking Gunns. 900-Vote Line Scam of the Week: Should Lex Luger be permitted in the Rumble Match? Vince doesn't know NASCAR from Stock Czar Racing, but are you surprised? The Bad Guy doesn't do tobacco (only cocaine?). Capt. Lou Albano makes a random appearance. Vince McMahon interviews Jack Tunney on Lex Luger's ability to participate in the Royal Rumble. The first 9 entrants are announced for the 1994 Royal Rumble match! PJ Walker nearly beats Bam Bam. The Macho Man is reinstated on Mania (but nowhere else?). Jim Ross & Gorilla Monsoon compare stocking sizes for the holidays. Merry Christmas from Santa Claus! Soundbites featuring Jeff Jarrett, Razor Ramon, Jim Cornette, Paul Bearer, Tatanka, Jim Cornette, Shawn Michaels, Rick Steiner, Ludvig Borga, Crush & The Macho Man. Action featuring the likes of Bam Bam Bigelow, 1-2-3 Kid, Crush, Jeff Jarrett, the Steiner Brothers, IC Champ Razor Ramon, Tag Chamos The Quebecers, Ada Bomb, The Smoking Gunns, Men on a Mission, The Headshrinkers, and Owen Hart. Plus, LEX LUGER SLAMS YOKOZUNA, AGAIN!
WWF TV - Weekend of DECEMBER 25 - 27, 1993 (01:31:35)
It's CHRISTMAS WEEKEND and BRET & OWEN HART ARE REUNITED, and it feels so good! With IRS knocked out cold, Ralph Mosca nearly exposes Razor's gold from the briefcase! Vince introduces KWANG as "Sort of a Ninja Type Karate Character". IRS denies stealing "Chismo's" Gold. The Undertaker in his Workshop. Marty Jannetty battles manager Johnny Polo in Polo's first televised match. Alundra Blayze captures the WWF Women's TItle over Heidi Lee Morgan in the Tournament Finals. One final Special Report with EVIL Alfred Hayes as he talks the "Stupid Gullibility and Naive innocence" of Owen Hart for being duped and blinded by brother Bret's GREED. ALFRED HAYES WAS SO AWESOME! Nine more names added to the Rumble! Our final look at Raw Girl Themis Klarides here in 1993. Bret Hart reminds us not to Drink & Drive! Vince McMahon interviews Johnny Polo & The Quebecers about their title match vs. Bret & Owen Hart at the Rumble. Christmas came for JR & the Gorilla. The Quebecers join Vince McMahon on commentary for Raw. Reno Riggins' Final Handspring Elbow of 93! Soundbites featuring Razor Ramon, IRS, Jim Cornette, Crush, The Macho Man, Jacques Rougeau & Johnny Polo, Lex Luger, Jeff Jarrett, Adam Bomb, Harvey Wippleman, and Shawn Michaels. Action featuring the likes of Shawn Michaels, Men on a Mission, Adam Bomb, Doink & Dink, IRS, Steiner Brothers, Crush, Owen Hart, Ludvig Borga, Jeff Jarrett, Tatanka, IC Champ Razor Ramon, and a rare appearance by "An American Original" Lex Luger when he takes on Barry Horowitz. Plus, The Undertaker has a special HOLIDAY MESSAGE for Yokozuna!
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As we head into the home stretch here in 1993 WWF, it’s the fallout from the Survivor Series as Owen Hart challenges his Brother Bret to a match, Shawn Michaels Razor’s Edges Ramon ON THE CONCRETE in an excellent angle, and we say Goodbye to Bobby “The Brain” Heenan. Oh yeah, and the debut of DINK the Clown. Ugh.
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DECEMBER 1993 WWF NEWS
- THE FINK gets a shot at being an interviewer
- Jack Tunney rules ONLY ONE DOINK in the WWF
- The Steiners work Japan!
- The WWF Women’s Title Tournament Results
- December Injuries and Returns
- December House Shows including the European Tour, The Big Boss Man returns… briefly, Bret vs. Shawn in a Cage, and the very first Ladder Match between Shawn Michaels vs. Razor Ramon!
- Bye Bye Bobby Heenan
- Newcomers Sparky Plugg, Kwang the Ninja, and Alundra Blayze
- We put a bow on the WWF vs. USWA Feud as Jerry “The King” Lawler challenged “Double J” Jeff Jarrett for the Unified Title.
* FINAL VIRGIL OF THE WEEK (00:47:14)*
As the extremely popular segment comes to a conclusion, we’re treated with THREE final promos featuring Virgil as “Vincent” of the NWO, and we end things on a positive note with one final GOOD promo from old Virg.
WWF TV - Weekend of NOVEMBER 27th – 29th, 1993 (00:57:12)
Bret Hart wins Superstar of the Year! IC Champion Razor Ramon takes on Diesel, with run-ins from Shawn Michaels & 1-2-3 Kid. Reo Rodgers had an “accident” and is replaced by new announcer STAN LANE! Bobby Heenan talks trash to the Gorilla all week long. In a clash of the odd couple, “The Model” Rick Martel takes on Bastion Booger! Both Gorilla Monsoon and Alfred Hayes speak with Owen Hart following his meltdown at the Survivor Series. The Macho Man talks “Garbage Fuji” and “Crush-Crush”, DIG IT! “Double J’ Jeff Jarrett brings RP Gossett along with him to invade Buddy Lee Attractions. It’s the debut of WWF Guest Ring Announcers, find out what happened to inaugural guest announcer JB Yetter. Raymond Rougeau sits on Santa’s lap. Vince & Bobby host All American. Face to Face Soundbites with Bret Hart, Harvey Wippleman & Adam Bob, Jim Cornette & Yokozuna, The Undertaker & Paul Bearer, Razor Ramon, Diesel, Jacques & Johnny Polo, The Macho Man, Crush, Ludvig Borga, & Lex Luger. Action involving the Steiners, IC Champion Razor Ramon, Adam Bomb, Shawn Michaels, Doink, Crush, The Undertaker, Bob Backlund, Ludvig Borga, 1-2-3 Kid, IRS, The Smoking Gunns, Bam Bam Bigelow & Owen Hart. Plus, Santa Claus has a gift for Doink, as DINK is born…. SIGH.
WWF TV - Weekend of DECEMBER 4th – 6th, 1993 (01:49:20)
It’s BYE BYE BOBBY HEENAN weekend as the Brain hosts his final episodes of Wrestling Challenge, All American, and Monday Night Raw. The 1-2-3 Kid takes on Shawn Michaels with an AWESOME post-match angle where HBK gives Razor Ramon his own Razor’s Edge TWICE… ON THE CONCRETE!!! The final appearance of Reo Rodgers and Reo’s Roundup with guest Shawn Michaels, though an uninvited Razor Ramon bursts his bubble! Owen Hart promises a BIG SURPRISE next week! Jeff Jarrett walks with Frank Morrell as they meet Waldo, the Country Sax! An Update on the ongoing issues between Bret & Owen Hart. Santa Vince & Stan Lane host Superstars. Raymond Rougeau speaks with Crush & Master Fuji. Our very first Royal Rumble 94 Promo. Face to Face Soundbites with Bret & Owen Hart, Razor Ramon, Diesel, Macho Man, Crush, Jim Cornette & Mr. Fuji, Lex Luger, Ludvig Borga, Johnny Polo & Harvey Wippleman. Action involving Ludvig Borga, Bob Backlund, the Headshrinkers, 1-2-3 Kid, Diesel, Men on a Mission, Marty Jannetty, IC Champ Razor Ramon, Tag Champs The Quebecers, Virgil, Adam Bomb, Doink, and Crush. Plus, we break down Bobby Heenan’s departure from the WWF (02:43:56) and what it meant to host Ray Russell.
WWF SUPERSTARS DECEMBER 11, 1993 (02:53:49)
OWEN HART shocks the world when he CHALLENGES his BROTHER BRET to a one-on-one match! The Undertaker vs, WWF Champion Yokozuna is announced for the Rumble with CASKET MATCH RULES, as Jim Cornette pitches a fit! Vince McMahon and Smilin’ Stan Lane host this week’s episode as Gorilla Monsoon says goodbye to Bobby Heenan. Blink and you’ll miss the ONE SENTENCE mention of the Women’s Title Tournament. Guest announcer Liz Woodard. Face to Face Soundbites featuring Jim Cornette, Crush, The Macho Man, Lex Luger, Jeff Jarrett, and Ludvig Borga! Action featuring the likes of Tag Team Champions the Quebecers, Bastion Booger, IRS, The Smoking Gunns, and “The Model” Rick Martel. Plus, “Native American” Tatanka returns to competition following his injury!
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It's Episode 54, featuring THE SURVIVOR SERIES, the Thanksgiving EVE Tradition here in 1993 as Lex Luger leads the All Americans against Yokozuna & his Foreign Fanatics. Plus, Bret Hart & his Brothers vs. Shawn Michaels & his Knights. Team Razor Ramon faces Team IRS. FOUR DOINKS take on Bam Bam Bigelow & Company, and the Rock & Roll Express defend their SMW Tag TItles vs. Jim Cornette's Heavenly Bodies! All of that, plus as 1993 is about to come to a close, we announce where the Grenade is headed next!
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THE WWF SURVIVOR SERIES 1993 WATCH-ALONG
NOVEMBER 24th, 1993 Featuring...
- THE ALL AMERICANS - LEX LUGER, THE STEINER BROTHERS & THE UNDERTAKER
VS.
THE FOREIGN FANATICS (YOKOZUNA, LUDVIG BORGA, CRUSH & JACQUES ROUGEAU) - THE FAMILY FEUD MATCH - THE HART FAMILY (BRET, BRUCE, KEITH, & OWEN HART)
VS.
SHAWN MICHAELS & HIS KNIGHTS (RED, BLACK & BLUE KNIGHTS) - IC CHAMPION RAZOR RAMON, THE MACHO MAN, MARTY JANNETTY & 1-2-3 KID
VS.
IRWIN R. SCHYSTER, "THE MODEL" RICK MARTEL, ADAM BOMB & DIESEL - BAM BAM BIGELOW, THE HEADHSRINKERS & BASTION BOOGER VS. FOUR DOINKS!!!
- - SMW TAG TEAM TITLE MATCH -
CHAMPIONS THE ROCK & ROLL EXPRESS VS. THE HEAVENLY BODIES
Tons of fun facts, insight, and commentary as we cover the FINAL PPV here for 1993 in the WWF!
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It's Episode 53 of the Grenade, The Road to the Survivor Series 93. We talk all November WWF TV leading into the PPV including the Survivor Series Showdown when Bret Hart finally gets his WWF Title rematch vs. Yokozuna, Randy Savage attacks Crush, Scott Steiner meets Ludvig Borga, plus the debut of REO RODGERS, if you weeell, babays!!
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WWF TV - MONDAY NIGHT RAW NOVEMBER 1st, 1993 (00:00:00)IC Champion Razor Ramon takes on Bastion Booger. Mr. Perfect has some fun with the Executioner. Vince McMahon interviews The Foreign Fanatics. "Double J" Jeff Jarrett visits Tootsie's Orchid Lounge. The Smoking Gunns face Well Dunn. The Macho Man calls in to talk his return to TV and revenge on Crush. Adam Bomb has his issues putting away Virgil. Plus, we wish a Happy 49th Birthday to Bobby "The Brain" Heenan!
WWF TV - Weekend of NOVEMBER 6th - 8th, 1993 (00:27:06)
THE MACHO MAN RETURNS to Raw and has it out with Crush in THREE SEPARATE BRAWLS!!! SCOTT STEINER VS. LUDVIG BORGA in a battle of the hosses! Rick Steiner faces Jacques Rougeau of the Quebecers. Marty Jannetty meets Adam Bomb. The 1-2-3 Kid battles Bastion Booger. Jerry Lawler interviews his favorite guest on the King's Court, HIMSELF! Tatanka is ruled OUT of the Survivor Series! Bret Hart tells the King that he's going to be SOREY! DOUBLE J visits the Grand Ole Opry! Vote on Pierre's opponent for next week! Enter the King's Court Contest. Todd Pettingill talks to the Macho Man. Men on a Mission and the Smoking Gunns play SEGA! Evil Alfred Hayes gloats over Tatanka's removal from the All-Americans.Action involving Adam Bomb, Crush, the 1-2-3 Kid, Headshrinkers, Steiner Brothers, "The Model" Rick Martel, Mr. Perfect, Men on a Mission, and Bob Backlund. The Undertaker has a very important message! Joe Fowler's final episode of All American. Face to Face & other Soundbites with the likes of Razor Ramon, IRS, Paul Bearer, Jim Cornette, Bret Hart, Diesel, Jerry Lawer, the Foreign Fanatics, Ludvig Borga, Scott Steiner, Johnny Polo & The Quebecers. MR. PERFECT's FINAL MATCH in 1993. Plus, one final slapstick edition of WWF TV as Bobby Heenan joins Gorilla Monsoon on Spotlight!
WWF TV - Weekend of NOVEMBER 13th - 15th, 1993 (01:28:52)
It's Jerry Lawler's final weekend with the WWF here in 1993, which shakes up a lot of things heading into the Survivor Series. The All Americans announce THE UNDERTAKER as their replacement for Tatanka! Lex Luger takes out Pierre of the Quebecers! IC Champion Razor Ramon vs. The Model in a rematch. Jeff Jarrett visits the recording studio with personal assistant Miss Texas! Shawn Michaels is reinstated and replacing the King at the Survivor Series! IRS & DIESEL PLAY SEGA!!! The King's Court with the Foreign Fanatics. Action involving Men on a Mission, Ludvig Borga, Bastion Booger, Diesel, Bam Bam Bigelow, Smoking Gunns, IRS, Crush, Headshrinkers, and Razor Ramon. Face to Face Soundbites with the likes of Bret Hart, Jerry Lawler, Jim Cornette, Johnny Polo, Paul Bearer, IRS, Quebecers, Razor Ramon, and Diesel. The Macho Man finds himself suspended from broadcasting.Plus, Bret Hart teams with brother Owen to take on Well Dunn in preparation for the Survivor Series!
WWF TV - Weekend of NOVEMBER 20th - 22nd, 1993 (02:14:34)
Bret Hart takes on IRS. Marty Jannetty faces Diesel. CRUSH replaces Quebecer Pierre on the Foreign Fanatics. The 1-2-3 KID & JIM CORNETTE PLAY SEGA!!! Action involving IC Champion Razor Ramon, Ludvig Borga, Men on a Mission, Adam Bomb, the Headshrinkers, the Smoking Gunns, Bam Bam Bigelow, Owen Hart, and the final appearance of Well Dunn in 1993. More from EVIL Alfred Hayes. Bastion Booger has a bone to pick with Todd Pettingill In a rare piece of UK footage, on the Sky Sports edition of All American Wrestling, Bobby Heenan announces that the Macho Man will replace Mr. Perfect at the Survivor Series! Face to Face soundbites featuring the likes of Johnny Polo, Paul Bearer, Jim Cornette, The Undertaker, the Steiners, the Quebecers, Bastion Booger, IRS, Diesel, and Razor Ramon! Plus, REO RODGERS makes his WWF Debut... if you weeeell.
WWF SURVIVOR SERIES SHOWDOWN 1993 (03:00:05)
Bret Hart finally receives his WrestleMania IX Rematch against WWF Champion Yokozuna! It's the DEBUT of REO'S ROUNDUP as Reo Rodgers & Shawn Michaels invade the home of "Stu & Helen Hart". The NEW Doink (Ray Apollo) has his way with Bastion Booger. Crush squares off against Virgil. Bobby Heenan taunts the Gorilla. Cast your vote for Superstar of the Year! Marty Jannetty takes on IRS. Raymond Rougeau speaks with both the All-Americans and the Foreign Fanatics one final time before the PPV. Plus, we take an in-depth look at all of the editing that was done to omit Jerry Lawler from the USA Special, including a Lawler vs. Owen Hart match, and the King's involvement in the Bret/Yoko Title match. A tremendous job of editing to say the least!
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This week's edition of the Grenade takes an in-depth look into all the news and notes from November of 93 in the WWF. Including Vince McMahon's Steroid Trial Indictment, Jerry Lawler's Sexual Charges Indictment, plus the end of the WWF/USWA feud, and much more!
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WWF NOVEMBER 1993 NEWS
- The Vince McMahon Steroid Indictment hits Titan
- The Jerry Lawler Sexual Scandal Indictment rocks the King
- Bam Bam Bigelow is... Having a Baby?...
- Who are Lawler's Knights?
- Matt Borne exits the WWF, as we end Matt-Watch
- Exotic Adrian Street in the WWF?
- The WWF headed back to Japan and the WAR promotion
- SCHEME Gene Okerlund debuts his 900 Hotline in WCW and immediately ruffles the feathers over at Titan Towers
- WrestleMania X Tickets are HOW MUCH???
- Randy Savage returning full-time to the ring
- SMW in the WWF Magazine
- Edouard Carpentier sues the WWF
- TWO Intercontinental Title Belts?
- The WWF resurrecting the Women's Title
- The Hart Family on Regis & Kathy Lee
- We dissect the November House Show Loops
- Gone In November - JOE FOWLER, Bill Alfonso, Larry Matysik
- Jerry Lawler is removed from all WWF programming, effective immediately
- Headed in... Alundra Blayze, Kwang, Thurman "Sparky" Plugg, STAN LANE & REO ROGERS!
- Half dinosaur, half spider, ALL T-RANTULA
- The USWA vs. WWF war abruptly comes to a conclusion when Vince McMahon pulls all WWF wrestlers from the USWA, causing both Crush and the Macho Man to be stripped of their USWA Titles.
- Yet another VIRGIL OF THE WEEK!
I had every intention of putting out 3 weeks of November TV reviews as part of this week's episode as well (everything leading into the Survivor Series), but as you'll hear at the end of the show a family emergency happened and it delayed the second half of what was originally intended to be part of this episode. Please stay tuned to Wrestlecopia.com, our social media accounts, or subscribe to our show at your favorite podcast streaming app in order to check back often to see when the next episode of the Grenade drops. The next episode, #53, will drop no later than the middle of next week and will feature all of the TV Reviews (3 weeks worth) leading into the Survivor Series 93 PPV. Thanks again for your continued support of the Grenade and WCPN!
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It's the most jam-packed episode of the Grenade to date!!! MORE THAN SIX HOURS OF BLOOD SWEAT, & TEARS PUT INTO THIS in-depth look at October of 1993 in the WWF! We cover the 20-Man Intercontinental Title Battle Royal. Crush Returns and takes out the Macho Man during the Savage/Crush Summit. Ludvig Borga ends the UNDEFEATED streak of Tatanka. “Double J” Jeff Jarrett arrives! Doink the Clown plays a prank on Bam Bam Bigelow but it’s Luna Vachon who comes out ALL WET! The Giant Gonzalez makes his final WWF appearance, Diesel makes his in-ring debut, The Rock & Roll Express arrive in the WWF, Adam Bomb finds new management, Mr. Perfect gives Red Tyle the PERFECT wedgie, Survivor Series takes shape, MOM challenge the Quebecers, Al Snow & Pat Tanaka make a stop in town, and More HEEL Vince McMahon in the USWA as he gives us the THREE guarantees in life!
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OCTOBER 1993 WWF NEWS- Shawn Michaels and the Steiner Brothers Return!
- MATT WATCH CONTINUES with Matt Borne
- Survivor Series Sells out in record time!
- Tape Trading Crackdown
- Hulk Hogan's "MR. NANNY" Flops at the Box Office
- The Giant Gonzalez on Baywatch!
- Lex Luger vs. Ludvig Borga DIsappointing
- DEMOLITION CRUSH SIGHTING???
- Radio WWF Controversy when MACHO MAN SHOOTS ON FORMER FRIEND HULK HOGAN!!!
- October Injuries
- WWF October House Shows from California to New York!
- The (temporary) Return of the "B Loop" House Shows
- WWF's latest European Tour, featuring their first appearance in Israel!
- Gone in October. We say goodbye to the likes of Mike McGuirk, Boni Blackstone, Well Dunn, and MR. PERFECT!!!
- Coming into the WWF... Madusa, Greg Valentine, The King's Knights, and "DOUBLE J" JEFF JARRETT!!!
- SABU gets his WWF Tryout, as does the future KANE, Glenn Jacobs
USWA VS. WWF CROSSOVER FEUD (00:51:36)The heel "Macho Man" Randy Savage returns to Memphis and captures the Unified Title from Jerry Lawler! HEEL Vince McMahon announces the THREE guarantees in life. Harvey Wippleman calls out Mr. McMahon! Is Brian Christopher going face or Jeff Jarrett turning heel? Plus, Steve Lombardi as Doink the Clown and SHAWN MICHAELS competes at the Mid-South Coliseum. WWF in Smoky Mountain Wrestling (01:26:47)The 4-Day "Night of Champions" Tour comes to SMW featuring The Steiner Brothers (with Arnold the dog) vs. Heavenly Bodies, and the Sensational Sherri corners Tracy Smothers to counteract Tammy Fytch (Sunny) and SMW Champion Brian Lee.
- VIRGIL OF THE WEEK!!! (01:29:32)
This week Virgil trades in his boxing trunks for a cowboy hat and a piece of straw. CURLY BILL explains how he became a West Texas Redneck, and you WON'T BELIEVE how we got here! Here's a hint... It involves a BLADE!?!
WWF TV - Weekend of OCTOBER 2nd - 4th, 1993 (01:32:40)It’s the 20-Man Intercontinental Title Battle Royal! The Model meets the 1-2-3 Kid. Well Dunn find themselves a manager. The King’s Court w/Ludvig Borga The Headshrinkers take on Virgil & Red Tyler. The New Rockers Explode as Marty Jannetty takes on Al Snow, 3 years too soon! Lawler hates Clowns. The Macho Man talks candidly with Lex Luger. The Undertaker Says NO to Drugs! Bam Bam Bigelow destroys Doink’s Little Red Wagon! Face to Face sound bites with Jim Cornette, the Undertaker, Bret Hart, Jerry Lawler, the Quebecers, Johnny Polo, Razor Ramon, Lex Luger & Ludvig Borga. Even more action involving the Steiner Brother, Ludvig Borga, IRS, Bam Bam Bigelow, the Heavenly Bodies, Mr. Perfect, the 1-2-3 Kid, Doink, Well Dunn, Adam Bomb, & Razor Ramon Plus, Doink the Clown plays a prank on Bam Bam Bigelow but it’s Luna Vachon who comes out ALL WET!
WWF TV - Weekend of OCTOBER 9th - 11th, 1993 (02:26:05)
Columbus Day Weekend.as Razor Ramon meets “The Model” Rick Martel for the vacant Intercontinental Title! Adam Bomb finds a new manager in Harvey Wippleman! The King’s Court with Mr. Perfect as they talk Diesel. Damien Demento’s final WWF TV appearance… FINALLY! We learn the origins of the Smoking Gunns! Mr. Perfect gives Red Tyler the ultimate Wedgie! Boni Blackstone makes her final appearance interviewing Bam Bam Bigelow about Doink the Clown. Vince McMahon interviews Ludvig Borga. The Heavenly Bodies take on the Smoking Gunns. Is that Yokozuna or GODZILLA? Lawler continues to trash the Hart Family. Why do the Steiners need suspenders? Listen to find out! Face to Face sound bites and promos with Razor Ramon, IRS, Ludvig Borga, Lex Luger, Jim Cornette, Bearer & Undertaker, Bret Hart, Jerry Lawler, Smoking Gunns, Johnny Polo, the Quebecers, The Model, Bam Bam Bigelow & Doink, Even more action involving Men on a Mission, Mr. Perfect, Adam Bomb, Tatanka, Well Dunn, IRS, Virgil, the Headshrinkers, Owen Hart, Marty Jannetty, Bastion Booger, Ludvig Borga, the Rock & Roll Express, and a rare appearance by The Undertaker. PLUS, The Rock & Roll Express make their WWF DEBUT vs. the team of Well Dunn!
WWF TV - Weekend of OCTOBER 16th - 18th, 1993 (03:26:40)
It’s the “SAVAGE/CRUSH SUMMIT” when the Macho Man tries to reason with best friend Crush, who is making his WWF return. Things don’t work as planned when Crush turns on the Macho Man and aligns with the evil Master Fuji. Crush lacerates the tongue of Macho before Yoko wipes him out with the Banzai Drop! Wow, what an angle!
Tag Champs the Quebecers pull their enhancement opponents off the mat one too many times and find themselves Disqualified. Unfortunately, the opponents pay for their upset win.
Diesel makes his TV wrestling Debut! It’s the first vignette featuring “DOUBLE J” JEFF JARRETT. The Rockers & Orient Express rekindle their rivalry when Marty Jannetty meets Pat Tanaka. We learn the DOUBLE MAIN EVENT for the Survivor Series! The Macho Man BURIES Hulk Hogan.
Tatanka and Ludvig Borga have a backstage confrontation. The 1-2-3 Kid takes on Pat Tanaka in a hell of a TV match. Scott Steiner dedicates his Steiner Screwdriver to the Macho Man, Ooh Yeah! Tanaka pays his respects to Yokozuna. It's the latest 900 Hotline voting scam when YOU can vote to reinstate Shawn Michaels. Face to Face sound bites with Diesel, Razor Ramon, Mr. Perfect, IRS, Jim Cornette, Heavenly Bodies, Jerry Lawler, Bret Hart, Lex Luger, Ludvig Borga, Johnny Polo, Smoking Gunns & the Quebecers. Even more action involving Tatanka, Ludvig Borga, Owen Hart, the Quebecers, the Heavenly Bodies, Doink, the Steiner Brothers, IRS & Bam Bam Bigelow. Plus, DOINK TAKES FLIGHT, when Matt Borne delivers an OVER THE TOP ROPE running plancha!!!
WWF TV - Weekend of OCTOBER 23rd - 25th, 1993 (04:27:06)
Aww Yeah, Men on a Mission confront the Tag Champ Quebecers on the King’s Court. CRUSH returns to the ring with a new look and attitude. Marty Jannetty takes on friend and Survivor Series partner the 1-2-3 Kid. Johnny Polo pays for his interference in the Kid vs. Jannetty match. The Model takes on Owen Hart, with a surprise appearance by Jerry Lawler. Bret Hart talks his match “IN THE SURVIVOR SERIES”. More Survivor Series matches added including a match with FOUR DOINKS! Ludvig Borga meets ECW’s Nova. Jeff Jarrett stops by Buddy Lee Attractions in “Double J” vignette #2. The Survivor Series heats up when Team IRS confronts Team Razor Ramon! Bobby Heenan talks to Ludvig Borga. Face to Face sound bites with Johnny Polo, the Quebecers, the Smoking Gunns, Razor Ramon, Mr. Perfect, Diesel, IRS, Lex Luger, Ludvig Borga, Jerry Lawler, Jim Cornette, the Heavenly Bodies, & The Rock & Roll Express! Even more action involving Doink, Diesel, Bastion Booger, IRS, SMW Tag Champs the Rock & Roll Express, Tatanka, Men on a Mission, Smoking Gunns, Bam Bam Bigelow, Mr. Perfect, Adam Bomb, Ludvig Borga & IC Champion Razor Ramon. Plus, The Giant Gonzalez makes his final WWF appearance as he confronts Adam Bomb doing his best “Fonzie” impersonation, Ehhhhh!
WWF TV - Weekend of OCTOBER 30th & 31st, 1993 (05:18:54)
Tatanka’s UNDEFEATED STREAK comes to an end when Ludvig Borga PINS the Native American! We say goodbye to ring announcers Mike McGuirk. NEW IC Champion Razor Ramon invades the King’s Court. The Foreign Fanatics eliminate Tatanka from competing at the Survivor Series. Jerry Lawler dresses as the Macho Man for Halloween! Ray Combs talks the WWF’s Family Feud. The Model plays SEGA!!! SMW Tag Title Match added to Survivor Series when the Rock & Rolls meet the Heavenly Bodies. Face to Face sound bites with Diesel, Mr. Perfect, NEW IC Champion Razor Ramon, Johnny Polo, the Quebecers, Bam Bam Bigelow, the Smoking Gunns, Adam Bomb & Harvey Wippleman. Even more action involving the Smoking Gunns, Bam Bam Bigelow, the Steiner Brothers, the Heavenly Bodies, Marty Jannetty, the Headshrinkers, IRS & Owen Hart. Plus, Men on a Mission challenge The Quebecers for the Tag Titles in one of the most confusing finishes in WWF history!
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It’s a monster-packed September 1993 in the WWF. Shawn Michaels QUITS, the Steiners SUSPENDED, and Matt Borne (Doink) FIRED from the company! Lex Luger injured, Crush has “Technical” Difficulties” with the Macho Man, and we have NEW Tag Team Champions, the Quebecers. Plus, the Headshrinkers OBLITERATE their opponents, The Undertaker meets Al Snow, Doink makes a face turn, Diesel & HBK bully the Kid, The Model and The Superfly Return, and Vince McMahon interviews “MR. ROTUNDO”.
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SEPTEMBER 1993 WWF NEWS- Doink the Clown Turning Face
- Shawn Michaels Suspended / QUITS WWF / STRIPPED OF IC TITLE
- Matt Borne (Doink) Suspended / Fired
- The Steiner Brothers Suspended / Lose Tag Titles
- Radio WWF
- WWF Ratings Drop / Losing TV / Lowest Rated Raws to date
- Who is Joe Fowler?
- 1-2-3 Kid doing jobs nightly
- Harvey Wippleman has nobody
- LEX LUGER INJURED!
- Matt Watch with Matt Borne Begins!
- September House Shows
- Talent leaving in September
- Coming In… Rock & Roll Express, The Model, Superfly Snuka, Pat Tanaka, and “DOUBLE J” Jeff Jarrett!
- Terry Funk’s horse gets sick
- September Tryouts
USWA VS. WWF CROSSOVER FEUD (00:55:41)Three, count’em THREE HEEL Vince McMahon Promos (Soundbites included)! Great stuff as Vince taunts the Memphis crowd and wears the USWA TITLE! A HEEL Tatanka comes to the USWA and captured the Unified Title from Jerry Lawler. Plus, the UNDEFEATED Native American suffers his first pinfall loss! WWF in Smoky Mountain Wrestling (01:18:06)The Steiner Brothers are headed to SMW along with their pit bull Arnold to take on Jim Cornette’s Heavenly Bodies. Plus, the Sensational Sherri is in to counteract Tammy Fytch (Sunny).
- VIRGIL OF THE WEEK!!! (01:20:10)
Two more classic promos from old Virg. This week Virgil is riding high after capturing the Million Dollar Title at SummerSlam ’91.
WWF TV - Weekend of SEPTEMBER 4 & 5, 1993 (01:24:22)Enjoy Labor Day Weekend with Ludvig Borga. The WWF runs a fake news piece from “Japan” in an attempt to portray the country as Anti-American. The UNBELIEVABLE campaign begins. Jim Cornette gloats as Yokozuna retains. A humble Lex Luger is fine with his count-out victory at SummerSlam.The Quebecers destroy the competition. Jerry Lawler trashes Doink. Mean Gene says goodbye on Canada’s WWF Supercard program. Face to Face Sound bites galore with Razor, Bam Bam, Hennig, Diesel, HBK, Tatanka, Doink, Cornette, Undertaker & Bearer, the Steiners, Luna, Johnny Polo. The Macho Man interviews Bret Hart. Jerry Lawler hosts the King’s Court. Action involving Tag Champs the Steiners, Doink, Men on a Mission, Bastion Booger,Well Dunn, IRS, Bam Bam Bigelow, 1-2-3 Kid, & Adam Bomb. Plus, Mr. Perfect takes on the father of WWE’s Carmella!
WWF TV - Weekend of SEPTEMBER 11 - 13, 1993 (02:19:06)
The Quebecers win the Tag Titles from the Steiners under Quebec Province Rules. Doink drenches the Brain. The Headshrinkers take on Marty Jannetty & Virgil in a fun TV match. Bastion Booger faces the 1-2-3 Kid. Tatanka goes up against Damien Demento. Bret Hart battles Barry Horowitz. Jerry Lawler on the King’s Court talks Doink & Bret Hart. Radio WWF Hype. Crush calls into Raw, but has technical difficulties, or does he? It’s a MIRACLE, Jerry Lawler is healed! Macho and the Brain like Silk Stalkings. Johnny Polo, the NEW Manager of the Quebecers! Heenan invades the Jerry Lewis Telethon! Tony DeVito runs from Curt Hennig. Yokozuna as Gozilla… UNBELIEVABLE! The Match-O Man Music Video. Face to Face soundbites featuring Johnny Polo, Adam Bomb, Bigelow & Luna, Steiners, HBJ, Diesel, 1-2-3 Kid, Yoko & Cornette, Taker & Bearer. Action involving IRS, Adam Bomb, Tag Champs the Steiners, Blake Beverly, Razor Ramon, Doink, Quebecers, and Mr. Perfect. Plus, Bobby Heenan hosts All American SOLO!
WWF TV - Weekend of SEPTEMBER 18 - 20, 1993 (03:23:24)
Razor Ramon continues his issues with the Tax Mang when PJ WALKER pins IRS! Now that my friends is JUST INCREDIBLE! Diesel & HBK bully the 1-2-3 Kid until Mr. Perfect makes the save. Scott Steiner takes on Pierre of the Quebecers. Bret Hart battles Blake Beverly in Mike Enos’ final WWF match. Crush calls into Raw again, and it could spell “technical difficulties” for the Macho Man, Bruddah! Barry Horowitz learns that you can’t backdrop Mr. Perfect. Ludvig Borga hates America. Joe Fowler talks to NEW WWF Tag Champs The Quebecers and new manager Johnny Polo. Vince McMahon interviews Bret Hart. Johnny Polo reneges on a deal. The Headshrinkers SLAUGHTER their opponents this week! Marty Jannetty wrestles injured? The King’s Court with President Jack Tunney. Bastion Booger concusses Mike Khoury. Hey Baby, it’s Execution Excellence! Mr. Perfect has heat with the Raw fans. The Heavenly Bodies battle the Smoking Gunns. Joe Fowler joins Bobby Heenan as new cohost of All American. The Macho Man interviews Paul Bearer. Boni Blackstone talks with an irate HBK & Diesel. Hulk Hogan still being utilized. It's Mean Gene’s FINAL week on WWF TV hosting Face to Face soundbites with Tatanka, Bigelow, Diesel, Shawn Michaels, 1-2-3 Kid, Razor, Doink, Cornette & Yoko, Taker & Bearer. Action involving Well Dunn, Razor Ramon, Ludvig Borga, IC Champion Shawn Michaels, Smoking Gunns, Tatanka, Bam Bam Bigelow, and Mr. Perfect. Plus, Shawn Michaels’ final appearance before quitting the company.
WWF TV - Weekend of SEPTEMBER 25 - 27, 1993 (04:20:42)
The Macho Man takes on the Giant Gonzalez. Jack Tunney strips Shawn Michaels of the IC Title. The Undertaker officially challenges WWF Champion Yokozuna! Doink makes a Clown out of Jerry Lawler on the King’s Court. The undefeated Tatanka takes on the returning “Model” Rick Martel. Mr. Perfect backs the 1-2-3 Kid. The SUPERFLY Jimmy Snuka returns! Crush calls out the Macho Man. Ludvig Borga talks the polluted river that is America! More Unbelievable vignettes. Who are the 20 men entering the Intercontinental Battle Royal? The Quebecers defend against suitable challengers in the 1-2-3 Kid and… Barry Horowitz? Jacques Rougeau gets stretchered out. How many combinations in every bag of Skittles? Joe Fowler takes over Face to Face soundbites with Lex Luger, Ludvig Borga, Bret Hart, Bigelow, IRS, Polo, 1-2-3 Kid, HBJ, Diesel, Jerry Lawler, Cornette & Yoko, Taker & Bearer, The Undertaker takes on Al Snow. WWF Fundraisers. Reno Riggins salutes the Great Muta with a handspring elbow! Johnny Polo has a dilemma when his Tag Champ Quebecers defend against his Adam Bomb. Back on the road with Heenan and Fowler on All American. Action involving Men on a Mission, Bam Bam Bigelow, Adam Bomb, Razor Ramon, Bastion Booger, 1-2-3 Kid, Tatanka, Smoking Gunns, IRS, Owen Hart, and Ludvig Borga. Plus, Vince McMahon interviews “MR. ROTUNDO”.
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In this special bonus edition of the Wrestling Memory Grenade, we go back in time and relive just a small part of the war between the WWF vs. WCW. We talk Ric Flair, Eddy Guerrero, Sting, Lex Luger, the Giant, the Ultimate Warrior, Hall, Nash, HBK, Stone Cold, Mr. Perfect, Mick Foley, the Undertaker, Goldust, DDP, Triple H, and so much more! Plus, host Ray Russell makes some special announcements about the future of the Grenade and the WrestleCopia Podcast Network! It's an episode you don't want to miss!
The Monday Night War Begins to Heat Up!!!
Some excellent conversation this week on many topics ongoing in the world of the Monday Night War. Ric Flair vs. Eddy Guerrero in a TV Match of the Year Candidate! Lex Luger takes his first table bump… ON THE CONCRETE! Barbarian launches Sting into orbit. Blood is still Running Cold. The Mero/Bischoff Saga concludes. Slamboree 96 is in the books and what a mess it was. DDP = Battle Bowl Champion. Nitro going to 2 Hours, & more!
Then, up “north”, Hall & Nash leave the WWF, but not without drama. Warrior Man and his DESTRUCITY. Lots of new hires and lots of BAD gimmicks. The Kliq put on a solid match when HBK meets HHH. Bulldog & Shawn in a Beach Brawl! Goldust fondles Taker. Newww Tag Champs. Mr. Perfect gets involved. Stone Cold & Savio Vega prepare for War. Mankind hilariously attacks Undertaker. And our very first wrestling Restraining Order?
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WRESTLING MEMORY GRENADE BONUS EPISODE #49.5
Featuring...
Monday Warfare: The Battles Within – Episode 19 (5/13 & 5/20/96)
WCW NEWS
- Nitro expanding to TWO HOURS!
- Eric Bischoff calls Bull$h*t on Dave Meltzer’s scheduling claims
- Blood Runs Cold theories
- DDP has a new benefactor
- What once was old is new again… Savage vs. Flair
- The Marc Mero/Eric Bischoff saga comes to a conclusion
WCW Monday Nitro 5/13/96
- It’s the final 60-Minute edition of Nitro!
- Lex Luger goes camping
- The Steiners face Public Enemy
- Chris Benoit vs. “Squire” David Taylor
- Mongo has a chat with the Macho Man
- OUR WORLD IS ABOUT TO CHANGE… BLOOD RUNS COLD!
- Battle of the Heels: RIC FLAIR VS. VK WALLSTREET
- The Nature Boy takes a trip to the VIP Table with his ladies
- WCW Champion The Giant defends against Lex Luger
- Lex Luger takes a Chokeslam to hell!
WWF NEWS
- Silly Meltzer says men will resent HBK because he’s good in bed? WTF?
- European Tour Shenanigans Galore, Sunny sent home, Bret Hart questions his future
- The Kliq live up to their adolescent behavior
- Hall & Nash try themselves on the way out the door
- NEW TALENT, BAD GIMMICKS = Salvatore Sincere, Freddie Joe Floyd, TL Hopper, The Pug, The Goon, and WHO???
WWF Monday Night Raw 5/13/96
- Sunny = Trash?
- Ahmed Johnson battles the Tag Team Champion Body Donnas
- Vader meets the Dumpster
- Goldust fondles the Undertaker
- The Man O’War eats a Bradshaw Clothesline from Hell, as I wake up my dog
- Bulldog brawls with HBK on the beach
- WWF Champion Shawn Michaels faces Kliq member HHH
- Mr. Perfect teases a return?
- Vince McMahon taunts the Bulldog while promoting sexual harassment
MORE WCW NEWS
- Slamboree 96 is in the books, and what a mess it was
WCW Monday Nitro 5/20/96
- Special 90-Minute edition
- Mongo & Pepe leave the program
- Kevin Greene joins WCW
- The Steiners vs. Scott Norton & Ice Train – THE REMATCH!
- Garrett Bischoff sighting!
- RIC FLAIR VS. EDDY GUERRERO in a hell of a 20-minute match!
- Ric Flair talks Mongo and the Macho Man
- WCW Tag Champs Sting & Lex Luger vs. The Barbarian & Meng
- The Barbarian LAUNCHES Sting off the top in an overhead belly to belly nearly 18 feet across the ring, It has to be seen!!!
- The Macho Man is banned from the building, but will that stop him?
- Blood, still running Cold…
- Battle Bowl Winner – DDP takes on Brad Armstrong
- Slamboree becomes irrelevant when DDP has his WCW title shot revoked
- WCW Champion The Giant defends against Arn Anderson
- NITRO GOES TO 2 HOURS NEXT WEEK!
WWF NEWS
- “WARRIOR MAN HERE” – The Ultimate Warrior turns over a new leaf?
- Yokozuna weight loss?
- Newwww WWF Tag Team Champions at MSG
- The infamous Kliq Curtain Call goes down
- Scott Hall playing politics
- Razor Ramon & Diesel – OIfficially GONE from the WWF!
- The 1-2-3 Kid having issues?
WWF Monday Night Raw 5/20/96
- It’s the go-home to IYH “Beware of Dog”
- “Wildman” Marc Mero faces “Stone Cold” Steve Austin
- Savio Vega puts a whipping on Stone Cold
- Ahmed Johnson, Kuwaiti Savior?
- The Ultimate Warrior Comic Book is launched, and more DESTRUCITY
- Savio Vega meets the 1-2-3 Kid
- Steve Austin & Ted Dibiase humiliate Savio Vega
- The Godwinns win the tag straps
- Paul Bearer talks the Taker/Goldust Casket Match
- Mankind attacks The Undertaker in hilarious fashion!
- Gorilla Monsoon settles a Restraining Order
- Shawn Michaels joins commentary, but that doesn’t keep Diana Smith away!
- The British Bulldog takes on Jake “The Snake” Roberts in one of the worst matches in Raw history.
All of that, plus we discuss Nitro’s timeslot change during the NBA playoffs, the weekly TV ratings, who won, who lost, Nitro going 2-hours and so much more! Lots of great discussions this week, you won’t want to miss this episode!
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It’s the 1993 WWF SummerSlam Watch-Along edition of the Grenade. The Lex Express rolls into Auburn Hills as Lex Luger challenges Yokozuna for the WWF Title. Bret Hart looks to exact revenge for the Hart Family as he takes on Jerry “The King” Lawler. The Undertaker faces the Giant Gonzalez in a “Rest In Peace” Match. Intercontinental Champion Shawn Michaels defends against Mr. Perfect to determine the greatest IC Champ of all time. Tag Champs the Steiners defend against Jim Cornette’s Heavenly Bodies. Plus, Razor Ramon vs. The Million Dollar Man in Dibiase's final WWF match, the new sensation 1-2-3 Kid goes up against IRS, 6-Man action involving the Smoking Gunns & Tatanka vs. The Headshrinkers & Bam Bam Bigelow, Ludvig Borga makes his PPV debut vs. Marty Jannetty, plus the debut of Joe Fowler, and much to the dismay of Bruce Hart... Doink the Clown makes a surprise appearance!
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THE WWF SUMMERSLAM 1993 WATCH-ALONG
AUGUST 30th, 1993 Featuring...
- WWF Champion Yokozuna vs. Lex Luger
- Who is King of the Ring? Bret Hart vs. Jerry Lawler
- IC Champion Shawn Michaels vs. Mr. Perfect
- Tag Champions The Steiner Brothers vs. The Heavenly Bodies
- Rest In Peace Match: The Undertaker vs. The Giant Gonzalez
- Razor Ramon vs. “Million $ Man” Ted Dibiase
- The 1-2-3 Kid vs. IRS
- 6-Man Tag: The Smoking Gunns & Tatanka vs. The Headshrinkers & Bam Bam Bigelow
- Marty Jannetty vs. Ludvig Borga
- Bonus action with Bret Hart vs, Doink the Clown!
- And the WWF debut of JOE FOWLER!
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All roads lead to Summer Slam ’93 this week as we take a look at the second half of August 1993 in the WWF. The Steiners defend their Tag Team Titles vs. Money Inc inside a STEEL CAGE. Bloated HBK. Lex Luger talks using Steroids. Hacksaw Duggan seeks revenge on Yokozuna. Mr. Hughes explains his firing. Bobby Heenan trolls Marty Jannetty. We say goodbye to Mean Gene Okerlund. Plus, there’s an Elvis sighting, I’ll Be Your Hero, and the Macho Man starts his Singing career as RAPPING RANDY!
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VIRGIL of the Week (00:05:10)
Two Bonus Virgil promos this week as he talks an upcoming match against the Warlord. Plus, Virg shares his thoughts heading into his match with the Million Dollar Man at SummerSlam 91.
MR. HUGHES EXPLAINS HIS WWF DEPARTURE (00:10:18)
After taking the time to find Mr. Hughes’ side of the story, we hear how his release from the WWF in 1993 really went down. An intriguing piece of business!
WWF MONDAY NIGHT RAW 8/16/93 (00:14:19)
Ted Dibiase meets the 1-2-3 Kid in a rematch. Lex Luger talks Drugs and Steroids. The Headshrinkers continue their body count. Marty Jannetty takes on Bastion Booger. Men on a Mission in action. Money Inc talk their upcoming Steel Cage match with the Steiners. Plus, the Macho Man has a “BIG” surprise.
WEEKEND OF AUGUST 21st & 22nd, 1993 (00:35:05)
Jim Cornette, Mr. Fuji, and Yokozuna join the King’s Court, as they emotionally abuse a young kid! Boni Blackstone speaks with Bret Hart about being “IN THE SUMMERSLAM”. The Undertaker digs a grave for the Giant Gonzalez. Jerry Lawler meets Elvis Presley in a Pink Cadillac. Marty Jannetty takes on Papa Shango. Rappin' Randy! Face to Face Sound bites galore! The Bushwhackers tangle with the Quebecers More action with Marty Jannetty, The Quebecers, Adam Bomb, Mr. Hughes, Bam Bam Bigelow, Men on a Mission, Virgil, Razor Ramon, the Heavenly Bodies, 1-2-3 Kid, Smoking Gunns & Ludvig Boirga. Plus, Men on a Mission dedicate a rap to Lex Luger and the Call to Action campaign. With MOM joined by RAPPING RANDY SAVAGE!
WWF SUMMER SLAM SPECTACULAR (01:24:07)
STEEL CAGE ACTION when the Tag Champion Steiner Brothers defend against Money Incorporated. Razor Ramon vs. Blake Beverly in a fun match. A “Special Edition” of the King’s Court from inside Elvis’ Pink Cadillac. How many times can Bret Hart say “THE SUMMERSLAM” in one promo? Intercontinental Champion Shawn Michaels defends against Bob Backlund. The Undertaker has a confrontation with the Giant Gonzalez. Ludvig Borga hates America. Marty Jannetty in action. Tatanka and the Smoking Gunns team up to sharpen their skills for the PPV. Plus, Hacksaw Duggan seeks revenge in a one-on-one match with WWF Champion Yokozuna!
WEEKEND OF 28th & 29th, 1993 (01:53:52)
It’s SUMMERSLAM WEEKEND! In a hilarious sound bite, Marty Jannetty talks “Ludwig Borje” and Bobby Heenan lets him have it! Mean Gene’s final WWF interview is with Jim Cornette & Yokozuna. Mr. Hughes makes his final appearance. The “I’LL BE YOUR HERO” MUSIC VIDEO DEBUTS. The Smoking Gunns meet Well Dunn. Diesel gets “hands-on”. Mr. Perfect, the Anti-American??? Ludvig Borga stuffs Virgil. More action with the 1-2-3 Kid, the Heavenly Bodies, Mr. Perfect, Smoking Gunns, Marty Jannetty, Tatanka, IC Champ Shawn Michaels. Plenty more classic Face to Face sound bites. Plus, Vince McMahon talks to the legendary Classy Freddie Blassie & Capt. Lou Albano about the SummerSlam main event.
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The Lex Express rolls on as we head towards Summer Slam '93. In this episode, we take an in-depth look at all of the August News for the WWF, plus extensive coverage of the USWA vs. WWF crossover feud as a HEEL VINCE MCMAHON arrives on Memphis TV, complete with sound bites! All of that, plus we tackle the first two weeks of WWF TV for August '93.
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AUGUST 1993 WWF NEWS -
- Yokozuna vs. Lex Luger gets a "Dry Run" in Memphis
- RADIO WWF DEBUTS
- Jim Cornette on Regis & Kathy Lee!
- WWF House Show business sees some success
- August injury notes with The Undertaker, Fatu, Luna, & more
- In a HUGE piece of news, the WWF changes their famous house show format from 2 touring groups to one, leaving a lot of people out of work!
- Another European Tour
- SIXTEEN WWF TALENTS are released from their full-time contracts throughout the month of August, including the likes of Mean Gene Okerlund, Mr. Hughes, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, the Giant Gonzalez, Jimmy Hart, Tito Santana, Bob Backlund, Brutus Beefcake, & HULK HOGAN!
- NEW ARRIVALS include announcer Joe Fowler, The Heavenly Bodies, and JIM CORNETTE!
- August Tryouts - include the ORIGINAL MVP, the Texas Hangmen, TOMMY DREAMER, and the future WCW Renegade!
- Jerry Lawler's naughty comments
USWA VS. WWF CROSSOVER FEUD (00:40:50) - We take an in-depth look at the USWA/WWF feud in August as the Bret Hart vs. Jerry Lawler storyline crosses over into Memphis, where The King is the babyface and Bret Hart is the heel! Plus, the 1-2-3 Kid has issues with PG-13. Mr. Perfect seeks revenge on Jerry Lawler after losing the AWA Title 5 years ago. Jeff Jarrett aligns with the King to take on Bret & Owen Hart. Luna Vachon arrives to feud with Miss Texas. Bret Hart forms an alliance with... THE GIANT GONZALEZ??? Plus, VINCE MCMAHON ARRIVES IN THE USWA... AS A HEEL!!! Sound bites included! This truly is "bizarro" world!
- VIRGIL OF THE WEEK!!! (01:09:45)
We go back in time to 1992 as Virgil heads to SummerSlam to take on Nailz in a form of revenge for his buddy the Big Boss Man. Here this week you're treated to THREE Virgil Promos as Virg is as mad as.... well, I'll let Virgil finish that sentence... if he can. Listen and see!
WWF Monday Night Raw AUGUST 2, 1993 (01:13:30)The Macho Man has a "little surprise" for Doink the Clown when these two collide in the feature match. The WHO IS LEX LUGER segments begin as Lex talks about growing up, life expectations, academics, and being "misunderstood"? Ted Dibiase calls in to talk the 1-2-3 Kid and Razor Ramon. More action with Adam Bomb, Mr. Perfect, and the Steiners. This arena is HOT, literally. PLUS, THE WWF DEBUT OF JIM CORNETTE!!!
WWF TV - Weekend of AUGUST 7 - 9, 1993 (01:28:49)
Jim Cornette announces his alliance with WWF Champion Yokozuna! Owen Hart challenges IC Champion Shawn Michaels, Tatanka battles Mr. Hughes. Lex Luger vs. Yoozuina contract signing, with a special clause added. The Smoking Gunns take on Well Dunn. The MACHO MIDGET teams with the Bushwhackers to take on Blake Beverly, the Brooklyn Brawler, and Little Louie. Ted Dibiase seeks revenge on Razor Ramon Razor calls out HBK on being "chunky" as of late. More on WHO IS LEX LUGER as he talks high school sports, heading to college. Pro Football and becoming a pro wrestler. Boni Blackstone talks to Jim Cornette and his Heavenly Bodies. Adam Bomb takes on future Headbanger Mosh. Tito Santana's final squash match. More action involving Doink, Marty Jannetty, Bastion Booger, Mr. Hughes, Tag Champs the Steiners, IC Champ Shawn Michaels, Razor Ramon, and the debut of the Heavenly Bodies.Face to Face sound bites galore from New York, Anaheim, and Canada! Plus, Jerry Lawler slaps the Macho Man! AND Lex Luger can't spell USA???
WWF TV - Weekend of AUGUST 14 & 15, 1993 (02:36:21)Razor Ramon on the King's Court. Vince McMahon warns the Macho Man and the King. Razor Ramon has fun with Raymond Rougeau. Smoky Mountain Wrestling gets namedropped. Bret Hart talks about wrestling Jerry Lawler IN THE SUMMERSLAM. Boni Blackstone talks to Johnny Polo & Adam Bomb. Fred Williams, the Samoan! The Macho Man speaks from the heart. Face to Face soundbites-o-plenty. Tons of in-ring action involving Ludvig Borga, Razor Ramon, Tag Champs the Steiners, IC Champ Shawn Michaels, Tatanka, the Heavenly Bodies, Men on a Mission, Bam Bam Bigelow, Bastion Booger, Adam Bomb, The Bushwhackers, Marty Jannetty, Blake Beverly, Virgil, and the awesome Quebecers (they're not the Mounties!). Plus, Mr. Perfect ATTEMPTS to wrestle Bastion Booger.
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THE LARGEST & LONGEST EPISODE OF THE GRENADE TO DATE!!! SIX HOURS OF WWF DISCUSSION AND SOUNDBITES GALORE COVERING JULY OF 1993!
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JULY 1993 WWF NEWS -
- Recent Deaths in 93
- Italian Stallion = Spaghetti Eating Champion, Again!
- Car Trouble with Bastion Booger
- Failed experiments with Bob Backlund & the Giant Gonzalez
- Nasty Boys busted
- Raw Ratings
- Macho Man... Head Booker???
- Major Talent Cuts Coming in August, more than 15 talents will be cut
- Original Summer Slam 93 Lineup
- Petty Titan Attorneys going after the small fish
- WWF Magazine firing back about company scandals
- July Injuries - Luna, Fatu, The Undertaker, more
- July House Show Notes & Results
- Coming into WWF... Ludvig Borga, The Quebecers, Well Dunn, Jim Cornette & The Heavenly Bodies!
- July Tryouts - Savio Vega, Van Hammer, Rocking Rebel. Nikolai Volkoff, more
- USWA vs. WWF Feud continues... Jerry Lawler continues his Memphis feud against the likes of Owen Hart, Vampire Warrior, & more. Plus, Johnny Polo in Memphis and DISCO INFERNO arrive in the USWA!
- A HEEL BRET HART comes to the USWA to confront babyface Jerry Lawler! Talk about "bizarro" world.
- VIRGIL OF THE WEEK!!! (01:11:50)
After losing the Millions Dollar Title back to Ted DiBiase, Virgil has a bone to pick with the REPO MAN!
WWF Monday Night Raw JULT 5, 1993 (01:15:28)Highlights from the previous day's "Stars & Stripes" Challenge as Lex Luger delivers the Slam Hear Round the World to Yokozuna. The Undertaker makes his return after being put out by Mr. Hughes to take on Samu of the Headshrinkers. The 1-2-3 Kid takes on Blake Beverly in a hell of a match. More action from Mr. Perfect & Bam Bam Bigelow. Plus, Mr. Fuji issues an open challenge for WWF Champion Yokozuna, and CRUSH accepts!
WWF TV - Weekend of JULY 10 - 12, 1993 (01:38:56)
Sound bites galore as the Face to Face segments continue to offers a plethora of fun gems from the east coast to the west. Crush looks to settle the score with Doink in 1 on 1 action... or is it 1 on 18? Six-Man action with Tatanka & The Smoking Gunns vs. Bam Bam Bigelow & The Headshrinkers. The SummerSlam Reports begin with Bret Hart talking Jerry Lawler... IN THE SUMMERSLAM! Jerry Lawler invites Owen Hart to the King's Court next week. The oddball tag team of Hacksaw & Kamala face the Headshrinkers. Juggling Doinks. Tatanka goes 7+ minutes with Brooklyn Brawler? Headshrinkers kill PJ Walker, it's Just Incredible. More action with Smoking Gunns, Adam Bomb, Shawn Michaels, MOM, Owen Hart, Bastion Booger, and Mr. Hughes. PLUS, following their Championship Match, WWF Champion Yokozuna sends Crush to the hospital after FOUR BANZAI DROPS as Macho Man is forced to watch on!
WWF TV - Weekend of JULY 17 - 19, 1993 (02:52:43)
Lots of title action when IC Champ Shawn Michaels defends against Marty Jannetty and the Steiner Brothers defend their WWF Tag Titles vs. Money Inc. Razor Ramon confronts Ted Dibiase. Jerry Lawler welcomes Owen Hart to the King's Court. Marty Jannetty battles Mr. Hughes. 6-Man action as Tatanka teams with the Steiners vs. Blake Beverly and the TV Debut of Well Dunn. Lex Luger on Regis & Kathy Lee. Macho Man hates Boogers. Ted Dibiase issues a challenge to the 1-2-3 Kid. Boni Blackstone wears a curtain. Action with Tatanka, Adam Bomb, Mr. Hughes, Doink, Shawn Michaels, MOM, Bastion Booger, the 1-2-3 Kid, and more. The Face to Face goodness continues as we hear from 3 different markets! Plus a special King's Court with guest TINY TIM!
WWF TV - Weekend of JULY 24 - 26, 1993 (04:11:00)
Bret Hart battles Bam Bam Bigelow in a King of the Ring Rematch. Jerry Lawler verbally assaults Stu & Helen Hart. WWF Tag Champs the Steiner Brothers defend against Money Inc in a rematch from last week. Doink has the Macho Man seeing TRIPLE VISION! The Undertaker delivers a present to Mr. Hughes. Jerry Lawler takes on Owen Hart. Jack Tunney grants Lex Luger a Championship Match against Yokozuna, at SUMMERSLAM! Vince McMahon conducts a sit-down interview with Lex Luger. WrestleMania, the Album at a K-Mart near you! The Lex Express is on the road. Themis Klarides rocks a bikini. A Balls Mahoney sighting. Dave Thomas of Wendy's Fame. Action involving Hacksaw, 1-2-3 Kid, MOM, Papa Shango, Mr. Perfect, Mr. Hughes, Smoking Gunns, Doink, and more. Even more fun Face to Face sound bites from New York, Anaheim, Canada, and more! Plus, the WWF DEBUTS of LUDVIG BORGA, WELL DUNN, and THE QUEBECERS!
WWF TV - Weekend of JULY 31 & AUGUST 1, 1993 (05:02:00)
"Million Dollar Man" Ted Dibiase challenges (and loses to) the 1-2-3 Kid! Post-match antics between Ted Dibiase and Razor Ramon heat things up for the summer. Luna Vachon is scheduled to take on Sensational Sherri in Sherri's final WWF appearance, but Bam Bam Bigelow intervenes. Then, it's Tatanka to the rescue as he confronts the Beast from the East. The Undertaker arrives at the King's Court with a message for Mr. Hughes. The Headshrinkers destroy both their opponents, then go after each other! 1-2-3 Kid shows up Damien Demento. The Quebecers are NOT the Mounties! The Smoking Gunns vs. Damien Demento & Barry Horowitz. Blake Beverly vs. Virgil. Ludvig Borga hates America. Action with Adam Bomb, MOM, Mr. Hughes, Mr. Perfect, Bastion Booger, Tatanka, more. Mean Gene calls Bobby Heenan and IDIOT! PLUS, yes, more fun and sometimes hilarious Face to Face sound bites involving the likes of Doink, 1-2-3 Kid, Macho Man, Jannetty, Bigelow, Harvey Wippleman, Shawn Michaels, Tatanka, Razor Ramon, & more!
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In this episode, we take an in-depth look at Yokozuna's Stars & Stripes Bodyslam Challenge on the 4th of July aboard the USS Intrepid, We discuss Lex Luger's abrupt babyface turn after the "Slam heard round the World", and the Call to Action Campaign that followed. All aboard the Lex Express for this fun 70-minute ride down memory lane!
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LOTS OF RARE LOCALIZED “FACE TO FACE” SOUND BITES THROUGHOUT THIS 5 HOURS OF WWF GOODNESS!!!
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POST KING OF THE RING ‘93 WWF NEWS -*- A quick look back at King of the Ring
- The Mass Exodus begins.. Sensational Sherri, Ted Dibiase, Jimmy Hart, Brutus Beefcake, and HULK HOGAN give their notice to leave the WWF!
- Hulk Hogan’s final stateside WWF matches and his unprofessionalism
- Multiple WWF Tag Team Title Changes resulting in NEW Champions!
- Luna Vachon breaks her wrist
- June House Show Results and the changes ahead
- Hulk Hogan vs. The Giant Gonzalez??? - VIRGIL OF THE WEEK!!! This week, Virgil talks Sid Justice, Kamala, Nailz, The Big Boss Man, and MORE Papa Shango!WWF Monday Night Raw JUNE 14, 1993 (00:57:54)Razor Ramon offers the 1-2-3 Kid $10,000 for a return match, and the Kid finally accepts! Mr. Fuji & Yokozuna celebrate their WWF Title win and the demise of Hulkamania.Singles matches with Jerry “The King” Lawler and “Rocket” Owen Hart. Mr. Hughes steals the Undertaker’s urn. You can’t backdrop Mr. Perfect! Plus, Marty Jannetty takes on Doink the Clown in a fun one! And Yokozuna issues a Bodyslam challenge! WWF TV - Weekend of JUNE 19 - 21, 1993 (01:14:30)Yokozuna’s Bodyslam Challenge now has a venue, all the USS Intrepid! Marty Jannetty meets Doink the Clown in a 20+ minute 2 out of 3 falls match. Bastion Booger makes his WWF Debut against Virgil! Doink vs. Bob Backlund! Mr. Hughes has a message for the Undertaker. Men on a Mission music videos. Macho Man interviews Sensational Sherri. New Tag Team Champions the Steiner Brothers. Action involving Adam Bomb, Smoking Gunns, Tatanka, Papa Shango, El Matador, Mr. Perfect, Owen Hart, the Headshrinkers, & more. A plethora of RARE Face to Face Sound bites! Plus, Razor Ramon meets the 1-2-3 Kid in the $10,000 Challenge Return Match on Raw!!! WWF TV - Weekend of JUNE 26 & 28, 1993 (02:11:23)**Shawn Michaels defends his IC Title vs. Kamala! A very special King’s Court where Jerry Lawler interviews… Jerry Lawler! Money Inc offer Razor Ramon a job, as their servant! Mean Gene gives Dental Hygiene advice. Virgil vs. Bastion Booger II, it’s BOOGER’S REVENGE! Mr. Hughes meets El Matador. Several Superstars accept Yokozuna’s Bodyslam Challenge. We see the softer side of Bam Bam Bigelow when he introduces his new main squeeze, Luna Vachon. Kamala vs. Bastion Booger! Jim Ross talks the history of the USS Intrepid. Johnny Polo and his Shuttlecocks. Can Crush slam Bastion Booger? Terry Taylor loses his hosting gig. More action with Doink, Headshrinkers, Adam Bomb, Hacksaw Duggan, Crush, Lex Luger & more. Rare sound bites continue with even more localized Face to Face promos from both coasts! Plus, Bret Hart talks his friends… Stubby and Gibby!
WWF TV - Weekend of JULY 3 & 4, 1993 (03:36:19)Everything leading up to the Stars & Stripes Bodyslam Challenge! Bret Hart returns and challenges the King, while burying the Bodyslam Challenge in the process. Men on a Mission make their in-ring Debut! 1-2-3 Kid vs. Reno Riggins, now we’re gonna see a RENO PLEX??? The NARCISSIST Lex Luger appears just a day before the Bodyslam Challenge. What on Earth is Boni Blackstone wearing now? Action with Marty Jannetty, WWF Tag Champs the Steiners, Bam Bam Bigelow, Adam Bomb, Tatanka, Doink, Mr. Hughes, and more. Plus, tons more rare Face to Face sound clips for your enjoyment! HAPPY BIRTHDAY USA!!!
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THE WWF KING OF THE RING 1993 WATCH-ALONG
JUNE 13th, 1993 Featuring...
The King of the Ring Tournament with Bret Hart vs. Razor Ramon, Mr. Perfect vs. Mr. Hughes, Hacksaw vs. Bam Bam Bigelow, Lex Luger vs. Tatanka... Semi-Final action with Bret Hart vs. Mr. Perfect in an instant classic, and in the finals Bam Bam Bigelow takes on the Hitman. Can Bret make it through 3 competitors to be crowned KING of the Ring?
Plus, WWF Champion Hulk Hogan defends against Yokozuna, IC Champ Shawn Michaels (w/Diesel) vs. CRUSH, and 8-Man Tag action with the Steiners & The Smoking Gunns vs. Money Inc & The Headshrinkers.
All of that, plus Jerry "The King" Lawler has a special message you'll never forget during the King of the Ring coronation!
Quite possibly the best WWF PPV of 1993! LISTEN NOW!!!
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JUNE 93 WWF NEWS -
- We talk injuries, the Shockmaster, the Tonga Kid working spot shows
- House Show Results
- The Mega Maniacs return from Holly-WEIRD, DUDE!
- Can Hulk Hogan's name alone still sell out arenas?
- A NEWWW Intercontinental Champion... Yes, AGAIN!
- MSG June 12, 1993 Results, rare matches featuring Face vs. Face Bret vs. Backlund, Heel vs. Heel Razor vs. HBK
- Coming Soon!!! Bastion Booger, Men on a Mission, 1-2-3 Kid Returns, and THE MOUNTIE!
- June Tryouts are light this month, yet somehow they're still... WELL DUNN
- USWA / WWF Crossover feud continues with Brian Christopher vs, The Undertaker, Papa Shango vs. Jerry Lawler, and a HEEL Owen Hart captures the USWA Title! - VIRGIL OF THE WEEK!!! This week ol' Virg discusses why he's not afraid of Papa Shango, and the Hoodoo Voodoo that he do. Just wait for his reason... Hint, it involves his birthday!?!
WWF TV - Weekend of JUNE 5 - 7, 1993 (00:51:27)Shawn Michaels regains the IC Title from Marty Jannetty and brings with him a new UNNAMED bodyguard! Hey, is that Vinnie Vegas? Bret Hart prepares for King of the Ring in a warmup match with Papa Shango, the Steiners play Super Nintendo. Razor ups his offer to $7,500 for a rematch with the 1-2-3 Kid. Did Kamala eat Slick? Afa eats the Macho Man, sort of! PECS Luger! The Hulkster has a bone to pick with his Hulkamaniacs. Shawn Michaels delivers a Perfect Plex! In a prelude to the 8-man tag at KotR it's Billy Gunn & Rick Steiner vs. IRS & Fatu. A double dose of the King's Court with Yokozuna & Mr. Fuji. A Steiner Screwdriver. Doink vs, A long, lost Armstrong. Owen Hart playing it safe. Paul Bearer cuts the most ridiculous promo ever, listen on our show as Bearer proclaims that the Undertaker will rip the eyeballs out of the Giant Gonzalez and spit in his sockets! An AWFUL Face to Face with Money Inc vs. Mega Maniacs. We say goodbye to the Wizard on All American. Bret Hart has a FUNNY Promo for once, at the expense of "Horse Face" Lex Luger! Plus, a record-breaking PLETHORA of entertaining sound bites, both good and bad!
WWF TV - Weekend of JUNE 12 & 13, 1993 (02:17:59)
It's all the TV leading into the King of the Ring PPV this Sunday night! The 1-2-3 Kid responds to Razor Ramon's $7.500 challenge. Mr. Hughes lays out the Undertaker AND Paul Bearer, then steals the urn. Tag Champs Money Inc vs. The Smoking Gunns. Bret Hart taunts the "Bad Guy" before the KotR, but Razor thinks Bret is just a-NUTTER' has been. The Steiner layout a challenge to Tag Champs Money inc., What in the world is Boni Blackstone wearing? The Macho Man inadvertently spoils the ending of the KotR PPV! Boni Blackstone interviews both Yokozuna (w/Mr. Fuji) and Bret Hart about their upcoming matches at the PPV. Hulk Hogan's final nationwide televised promo in the WWF. Poor Howard Finkel. Bobby Heenan eavesdrops on a Native American conversation, soundbite included. Alfred Hayes, THE HEEL! Another Face to Face with Taker & Gonzalez, will it top last week? Plus, AWWW YEAAAAHHH, MEN ON A MISSION RAP!!! And tons more fun sound bites this week!!!
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Quite possibly THE MOST STACKED episode to date!!!
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MAY 93 WWF NEWS -
- Sherri & Luna break the Wrestling Ratings record for the first time in nearly 2 YEARS!
- It's NEWS-O-MANIA on Hulk Hogan
- Vince steps down as CEO, Linda McMahon takes over Titan Sports
- Ring-boy Tom Cole Re-files his lawsuit with the WWF
- Were the Nasty Boys fired or did they quit?
- The WWF Cutting Costs
- Bob Backlund vs. Bastion Booger???
- We talk to the REAL Dan Farren about Beau Beverly using his name
- May Injury Notes on Owen Hart, Scott Steiner, and more
- An in-depth look at May House Shows, including HULK HOGAN VS, THE GREAT MUTA!!!
- We say goodbye to Typhoon! #Toooooooot Uncle Fred
- Newcomers Boni Blackstone, the Kamikaze Kid, Mike Shaw, and more
- MAY WWF tryouts featuring Taz, Men on a Mission, Spellbinder, NFL'er Colin Scott, and more
- USWA/WWF CROSSOVER - I take a deeper dive into April before also discussing May of 93 with the Macho Man, Sensational Sherri, Papa Shango, & more! - VIRGIL OF THE WEEK!!! This week we take a trip back to 1992 as Virgil addresses the likes of Kamala, Nailz, & Papa Shango. Plus, Virg busts out what should have been his new catchphrase "GUESS WHAT??? ME!!!! "
WWF TV - Weekend of MAY 8 - 10, 1993 (01:05:58)Mother's Day Weekend featuring a Lumberjack Match when IC Champion Shawn Michaels defends against "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, 6-Man action with Money Inc & Mr. Hughes vs. Kamala & The Nasty Boys, Count'em THREE KotR Qualifying Matches involving - Razor Ramon vs. El Matador, Hacksaw vs. Papa Shango & Bam Bam Bigelow vs. Typhoon! Luna Vachon talks her feud with Sherri, Taker continues to say Nope to Dope, Hulk Hogan has his head in the sand... LITERALLY. Hennig gets RAWWW with the Raw Girl, Yokozuna with a Banzai Drop that is Justin... Credible, Mr. Hughes takes on the Cannonball Kid, What did Bobby Heenan get his Mom for Mother's Day? Two words, Themis Klarides! Plus, a wild NYC street brawl between Shawn Michaels and Mr. Perfect, but poor Finkel's car!
WWF TV - Weekend of MAY 15 - 17, 1993 (01:54:16)
Marty Jannetty makes his surprise return and DEFEATS Shawn Michaels for the Intercontinental Title! Two King of the Ring Qualifiers featuring Tatanka vs. The Giant Gonzalez and Mr. Perfect vs. Doink - THE REMATCH! The Smoking Gunns make their in-ring debut on WWF Mania while the Nasty Boys make their final appearance on Challenge. Ray Russell has fun singing with the debut of Hacksaw Jim Duggan's new "USA" Music Video! Mean Gene has no time for HBK on Face to Face The "Shawn is Gay" chants are getting a little out of hand. Boni Blackstone makes her WWF debut when she interviews The Narcissist! Virgil is sloppier than ever. The Steiners are in a bad mood which doesn't bode well for Mark Ming & Jim Armstrong. Face to Face sound bite featuring Shawn Michaels & Razor Ramon for their upcoming heel vs. heel match at MSG. Mean Gene and Macho Man discuss wrestling holds they'd like to execute on Sherri! In a "Bizarro World" match sumo Yokozuna meets "Ugandan Giant" Kamala. PLUS, THE MAKING OF THE 1-2-3 KID, as Sean Waltman scores one of the biggest upset victories in WWF history when he pins Razor Ramon!!!
WWF TV - Weekend of MAY 22 - 24, 1993 (02:42:34)
It's the debut of the King's Court with host Jerry Lawler, and his first guest is the BIGGEST name you could imagine! The final THREE King of the Ring Qualifiers with Shawn Michaels vs. Crush, Mr. Hughes vs. Kamala, and Mr. Perfect vs. Doink in a match where there MUST be a winner! It's the debut of Mr. Bomb... Mr. Adam Bomb, along with manager Johnny Polo. Razor Ramon has an offer for the 1-2-3 Kid. A hilarious Face to Face sound bite as Mr. Perfect & Lex Luger are anything but serious. Scott Taylor isn't looking "Too Hot" when he meets Yokozuna. Can you pronounce Kantarakas? Ray can!, Macho Man goes back to school. Lex Luger POUNCES his opponent. Gorilla Monsoon updates us on the night of upsets. More Face to Face sound bites when Bret Hart & Razor Ramon discuss their match at KotR. Sensational Sherri joins All American and find out what happens when she finds out Bobby Heenan has called her a bimbo! Hulk Hogan finally leaves "Hollyweird" dude and cuts a real wrestling promo, Brother. The Million Dollar Man pays a fan to shine his shoes, but he forgets about earned income TAXES. Even more Face to Face when Razor Ramon talks his match with HBK at MSG. PLUS, A CLASSIC RARE SOUND BITE from WWF on TSN, hosted by Ray Rougeau - Giant Gonzalez calls the Undertaker a "Potato Head Ugly Man"!! You've got to hear it for yourself!!!
WWF TV - Weekend of MAY 29 - 31, 1993 (03:32:06)
It's Memorial Day weekend in the States as we celebrate it with "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, tough guy, HOOOOOO! The 1-2-3 Kid declines Razor Ramon's initial offer of $2,500, thus causing the Bad Guy to DOUBLE the offer to $5 grand!! An excellently done Tatanka & Bam Bam Bigelow edition of Face to Face. Luna Vachon joins the King's Court for a very funny edition of the talk show. Adam Bomb takes on Virgil. The King explains how he celebrates Memorial Day. Doink mauls a jobber. Owen Hart returns to TV, minus the push. Crush wants a rematch with HBK. Heenan & Mean Gene attend the Bill Fralic Celebrity Golf Classic. Another classic rare WWF on TSN edition of Face to Face between Money Inc and the Mega Maniacs (audio included, dude!). NEW IC Champion Marty Jannetty (w/Sherri) defends against Bam Bam Bigelow (w/Luna). It's time to RIP IT OFF once more when we get out second Sherri/Luna catfight on Raw. More fun with Hacksaw's "USA" Music Video. Howard Finkel has surgery. Listen along as Yokozuna utters his first words of English - HULKAMANIA WILL DIE, BANZAI!!!!! The 1-2-3 Kid responds to Razor Ramon's latest offer of $5,000. Plus, ladies & gentlemen, THE STEINER SCREWDRIVER!!!
WHAT A STACKED MONTH MAY WAS IN 1993, it was a ton of hard work but I powered right through it. I appreciate you guys, the listeners, so very much and want you to know the Grenade is going NOWHERE! ENJOY, and please leave a 5-star rating/feedback where applicable!
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WWF EUROPEAN RAMPAGE TOUR WATCH-ALONG LINKS
WWF Paris 4/8/93 PART 1 & 2
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https://dailymotion.com/video/k2WIXwtvglJ9A0xmCn8…
WWF Milan 4/25/93 PART 1 & 2
https://dailymotion.com/video/k3bvQA2zMv5KNhxmCxd…
https://dailymotion.com/video/kiP36pGHdnEKDWxmONQ
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We continue with April of 1993 as we present not one, but TWO Watch-Along Events from the 1993 EUROPEAN RAMPAGE TOUR! We go back in time and watch these locally televised events from the WWF on tour in Europe as they open Night 1 in Paris, France with the Group A roster. From there, we view the Group B roster in action as they close the tour in Milan, Italy on April 25.
We have also included match listings and direct links below to these events so that you can Watch-Along with us! We do not own this footage nor do we make any monetary gain from sharing these links. These links were readily available online for sharing and entertainment purposes.
DUAL WATCH-ALONG EVENT - Featuring...
WWF Paris 4/8/93 PART 1 & 2
https://dailymotion.com/video/k4xa8EG9zpPhS5xmBxR…
https://dailymotion.com/video/k2WIXwtvglJ9A0xmCn8…
- Matches include - "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan vs. Yokozuna, Mr. Perfect vs. Lex Luger, Crush vs. Doink (Borne), IC Champ Shawn Michaels vs. Bob Backlund, Kamala vs. Kimchee, Typhoon vs. Damien DeMento, and the Nasty Boys vs. The Headshrinkers in one of the wildest brawls you'll ever see in the WWF!(Several interviews are also conducted throughout this locally televised event)
WWF Milan 4/25/93 PART 1 & 2
https://dailymotion.com/video/k3bvQA2zMv5KNhxmCxd…
https://dailymotion.com/video/kiP36pGHdnEKDWxmONQ
- Matches include - Bret Hart vs. Bam Bam Bigelow, Yokozuna vs. The Undertaker, Bushwhackers vs. Beverly Brothers, El Matador vs. Doink (Keirn), Tatanka vs. Papa Shango, WWF Tag Champions Money Inc vs. The Steiner Brothers (Several interviews are also conducted throughout this locally televised event)
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In the tradition of this time of year, this week we bring you a special BONUS Episode of the Grenade! It's the 1995 Survivor Series Watch-Along featuring the wild title match between WWF Champion Diesel vs. Bret Hart, the Wild Card Elimination match, the Undertaker Returns, the women of All Japan, Mr. Perfect is back, and so much more!
It’s another great complimentary piece to our sister show, the WrestleCopia brand podcast “Monday Warfare: The Battles Within”, as we go back in time to November of 1995 and relive the 9th Annual WWF Survivor Series PPV.
It’s a PPV that is often forgotten or at the very least not given the props it deserves. Join us and Watch-Along on the Peacock/WWE Network as we relive what many consider a very underrated event from a period in time when a good WWF PPV was hard to come by.
Full Card Listing Below…
WWF Survivor Series ‘95
- The Underdogs (Barry Horowitz, Bob Holly, Hakushi, Marty Jannetty) vs. The BodyDonnas (Skip, 1-2-3 Kid, Tom Prichard, Rad Radford)
- Alundra Blayze, Chaparita Asari, Kyoko Inoue and Sakie Hasegawa vs. Aja Kong, Bertha Faye, Lioness Asuka and Tomoko Watanabe
- Goldust vs. Bam Bam Bigelow
- The Darkside (Undertaker, Fatu, Henry Godwinn, Savio Vega) vs. The Royals (King Mabel, HHH, Isaac Yankem, Jerry Lawler)
- WILD CARD MATCH: Shawn Michaels, Ahmed Johnson, British Bulldog, Sid vs. Owen Hart, Razor Ramon, Yokozuna, Dean Douglas
- NO DQ MATCH FOR THE WWF HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP
CHAMPION DIESEL VS. BRET “HITMAN” HART - Plus, the return Mr. Perfect!
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APRIL 93 WWF NEWS -
- Injury Updates on Owen Hart, Ted DiBiase, and Razor Ramon
- The April European Rampage Tour
- We look at the talent departing the WWF - including the likes of the Nasty Boys, Sean Mooney, Rick Martel, and Rob Bartlett!
- April Tryouts & Hires - The Smoking Gunns, Boni Blackstone, Friar Fergusson, and The Lightning Kid!
- New Announcers arrive, including the well-known JIM ROSS, and the barely-known "Wizard"
- USWA CROSSOVER NEWS - Macho Man vs. Jerry Lawler in a STEEL CAGE, plus Sherri & Randy Savage reunite!
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VIRGIL OF THE WEEK! (00:42:04) -
Virgil is "coming at the top" as he tips his HEAD and wants to make some SLAVES!?!?
WWF MONDAY NIGHT RAW April 5, 1993 (00:45:12)
WrestleMania IX Fallout begins as Mr. Fuji & Yokozuna file a protest against Hulk Hogan winning the WWF Championship. Bam Bam Bigelow takes on Virgil while "Virgil Sucks" chants breakout in the Manhattan Center. Jerry "The King" Lawler has his way with both the NYC crowd and Jimmy Powers. Bob Backlund battles Kimchee. Rob Bartlett cries broke. Damien Demento faces "Jumping" Jim Brunzell, Plus, the Steiners meet the Beverly Brothers in a Royal Rumble rematch.
WWF TV - Weekend of April 10 - 12, 1993 (01:01:36)Jack Tunney makes his decision on Hogan beating Yokozuna for the WWF Title. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan makes his return from injury. The Narcissist is investigated after he KO's the wrong opponents. Mr. Hughes makes his WWF Debut. "Midget" action with Little Louie vs. Tiger Jackson. Terry Taylor gets the Red Rooster treatment. Scott Steiner takes on IRS. FRIAR FERGUSON has his one and ONLY match (TURRIBLE). The Beverly Brothers stand up to Money Inc. Plus, Luna Vachon and Sensational Sherri have a very wild and RAWWW brawl!
WWF TV - Weekend of April 17 - 19, 1993 (01:46:33)
Bam Bam Bigelow takes on Owen Hart is what WAS to be the start of a feud, but bad fortune falls upon Owen mid-match. We bid adieu to Sean Mooney in the WWF. The Nasty Boys take on the Beverlys. THE WIZARD arrives on All American. Razor Ramon meets Virgil. GIANT GONZALEZ in action. Luna Vachon in the dungeon. Battle of the Heels: WWF Tag Champions Money Inc vs. The Beverly Brothers! Plus, we say goodbye to Rob Bartlett!
WWF TV - Weekend of April 24 - 26, 1993 (02:30:27)
We get a pair of great altercations involving Bam Bam Bigelow and Tatanka. First, Tatanka comes to the aid of a helpless Sensational Sherri and sends Bam Bam fleeing off the interview stage. Later in the program, Bigelow lays out the Native American and cuts the red streak of Tatanka's hair! The Smoking Gunns have arrived. Mr. Perfect vs. Blake Beverly. Lex Luger is exposed when we learn what he's hiding under that forearm. KAMALA SPEAKS! Ray Rougeau interviews the Narcissist in a memorable promo. The 500th episode of All American! Who wins when Papa Shango meets Kamala? Bobby Heenan replaces Rob Bartlett and all is right in the world. Mr. Perfect vs. Damien DeMento. Lex Luger vs. Crush. Double Doinks. The fans question Shawn Michaels' sexuality. A proposal on Raw. Plus, the Undertaker says NOPE to DOPE.
WWF TV - Weekend of May 1 - 3, 1993 (03:24:01)
King of the Ring Qualifying matches begin as Mr. Perfect meets Doink the Clown, and The Narcissist faces Bob Backlund! Hulk Hogan with more memorable promos, for all the wrong reasons. Hacksaw's gut and his new singlet. Bigelow and Tatanka have words for each other. Jerry Lawler gives his opinion on being the King of the Ring. A random appearance by Capt. Lou Albano. Slick leaves the WWF. Doink meets a familiar face in the Kamikaze Kid. Plus, Shawn Michaels defends his Intercontinental Title against "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan.
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It's the WWF WrestleMania IX Watch-Along episode of the Grenade!
Featuring...
- WWF Champion Bret Hart vs. Yokozuna (And Hulkamania at its best... or worst!)
- WWF Tag Champions Money Inc vs. Hulk Hogan & Brutus Beefcake
- WWF IC Champion Shawn Michaels w/Luna Vachon vs.Tatanka w/Sherri
- The Steiner Brothers vs. The Headshrinkers
- The Undertaker vs. GIANT GONZALEZ
- Mr. Perfect vs. The Narcissist Lex Luger
- Crush vs. Doink the Clown
- Razor Ramon vs. Bob Backlund, yeah that's a match!
- Plus... The WWF Debut of JIM ROSS, our Virgil of the Week, and from HIDDEN GEMS - Dark Match: PAPA SHANGO VS. EL MATADOR
It's a fun 3.5 hour trip down memory lane that you DON'T want to miss!!!
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We're on the Road to WrestleMania IX as we talk all things March of 1993 in the WWF leading up to APRIL FOUR in Caesar's Palace and the big PPV event. We talk all the news of the time, plus review FIVE WEEKS of WWF TV in this 4-hour podcast. Hacksaw makes a decision on his future in the WWF. Angle Alert- Bret Hart & Yokozuna Contract Signing. Hulk Hogan's most ridiculous promo, EVER! Mr. Perfect confronts Lex Luger. A Concession Stand Brawl. Butch licks a Rosatti, NOW THAT IS RAW! Doink gets a perm. Will the real Dan Farren please stand up. Who is "Tom Italy". The Giant Gonzalez IN A SUIT! Vince puts himself over like never before. Plus, the murder of Dino Bravo, Macho Man returns to Memphis, The TOXIC Turtles, and yet more Virgil of the Week!
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MARCH 93 WWF NEWS - A full hour of WWF News and discussion! Topics include...
- The murder of Dino Bravo
- Injuries heading into Mani
- Quite possibly the most depleted house show lineups in company history (up to this point)
- We look at wrestlers leaving the company in March of 93
- Tons of new talent getting tryouts including Adam Bomb, Quebecer Pierre, Mr. Hughes, & more!
- THE TOXIC TURTLES, DUDE!
- WWF adding a 5th PPV in June
- A failed FOX Network Special
- Jim Ross headed to the WWF!
- Mania IX Ticket Sales
- 3 Lawsuits involving Vince McMahon including that of Nailz, and the Ultimate Warrior!
USWA CROSSOVER NEWS (00:51:10) - The USWA vs. WWF feud continues as the Giant Gonzalez is brought into Memphis as a BABYFACE! The Big Boss Man is in town to take in the future Men on a Mission. IC Champion Shawn Michaels prepares to defend his title against USWA star Jeff Jarrett prior to Mania. Plus, "Macho Man" Randy Savage returns to Memphis after an 8-year absence to rekindle his feud with Jerry "the King" Lawler. The catch? Macho is the HEEL and Lawler is the FACE! DIG IT! You can view tons of this great WWF in the USWA footage over on our "Wrestling Memory Grenade" Youtube account. SUBSCRIBE NOW AND DON"T MISS OUT!
VIRGIL OF THE WEEK! (01:01:57) -
Heeee's Baaaa-aaack. More VIRGIL goodness is on the way as Virg thanks "all the good people" and has some words for the Bad Guy, Razor Ramon! Where will Razor fall? Only Virgil knows!
WWF TV March 6th - 8th, 1993 (01:04:44)
We look at everything from Superstars to Monday Night Raw. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan contemplates retirement. Raymond Rougeau interviews WWF Champ Bret Hart. What happens when a jobber GETS UP during the middle of Bam Bam Bigelow's finisher? Beau Beverly under a mask? Will the real Dan Farren please stand up. What was Kim Chee's finisher? Owen Hart now in singles. The Mega Maniacs have a surprise for Money inc. Money Inc vs. El Matador & Virgil. We discuss the potential of a heel Tito Santsna here in 1993. The Model steals the show. Mr. Perfect vs. "The Model" Rick Martel have the match of the week!
WWF TV March 13th - 15th (01:45:03)
The Mega Maniacs debut Beefcake's SURPRISE for Money Inc, Ugh. Ray Rougeau pokes the bear that is, Yokozuna. GIANT GONZALEZ interrupts in the ring. Mr. Perfect as "The Perfect Goaltender". The snowstorm of the century. Gorilla, Bobby, and NOT Vince McMahon host Raw! Papa Shango vs. Bob Backlund in a true contrast of styles. The Nasty Boys vs. Headshrinkers turns into a concession stand brawl! Plus, Vince McMahon begins his shameless shill of WWF charity videos to make himself look good for the pending Steroid Trial. Are you shocked?
WWF TV March 20th - 22nd, 1993 (02:19:27)
As if the promos aren't enough, it's a MEGA MANIACS VIDEO... Brother! Kamala SPEAKS... Sort of. We get our very first confrontation between the Narcissist & Mr. Perfect, and it doesn't disappoint! Bob Backlund return continues to flop. Mania Exclusive: "Battle of the Forearms" as Lex Luger takes on El Matador. The Nasty Boys do something graciously? Ray Rougeau has another chat with Bret Hart. Owe Hart soars in singles. Doink gets a perm? Butch licks a Rosatti. We bid adieu to the Repo Man in his final WWF appearance as he and Damien Demento meet The Bushwhackers in quite possibly one of the worst matches thus far in 93. Kamala faces the evil Doink, will the Ugandan fall for the clown's pranks? Vince McMahon pays tribute to... Himself by airing a 10+ minute video of himself receiving the Michael Landon Award, just in time for the pending Steroid Trial. Hulk Hogan stoops to new levels referring to Vince as his HERO! Plus, Rob Bartlett meets all 3 members of his "fan club". NOW THAT IS RAWWWW!!!
WWF TV March 27th - 29th, 1993 (03:01:19)
It's the WrestleMania Music Video, You know the one, yeah that's it! "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan makes a decision on his future in the ring, Tough Guy. Angle Alert, Bret Hart and Yokozuna have a contract signing for WrestleMania IX. Andre the Giant gets a Hall of Fame Video. The Mega Maniacs Promos continue to devolve into incoherency. Rob Bartlett is left out. Plus, March to WrestleMania IX Special featuring Yokozuna vs. "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Mr. Perfect vs. Skinner, Kamala vs. Kim Chee, The Bushwhackers & Tiger Jackson vs. The Beverlys & Little Louie, Undertaker vs. Bam Bam Bigelow, R-E-S-P-E-C-T the Hitman, and quite possibly the most ridiculous Hulk Hogan promo of all time!
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WWF TV April 3rd - April FOUR, 1993 (03:24:24)
It's the weekend of WrestleMania IX and everyone has made it to Las Vegas! It's on-location interviews at Caesar's Palace with the likes of the Narcissist at the reflection fountain, Yokozuna in the casino, poolside with IC Champion Shawn Michaels, WWF Champ Bret Hart, Mr. Perfect, and The Giant Gonzalez IN A SUIT!!!!
Plus, Who is "TOM ITALY"?, Gorilla in a t-shirt... that doesn't fit, Giant Gonzalez vs. Virgil is TURRIBLE, more AFRO Doink, Bobby & Gorilla's final TV commentary gig together, and yet ANOTHER Mega Maniacs Promo, Brother!
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We're back to talk February '93 in the WWF in this near 5-hour extravaganza of WWF news and reviews. It's the fallout from the Royal Rumble as we begin the Road to WrestleMania IX, In-ring debuts featuring the Narcissist, Doink the Clown, the Giant Gonzalez, plus the returns of Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake, AND HULK HOGAN! We look at the monster push of Yokozuna heading into Mania to challenge Bret Hart, Yoko's angle with "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, Mr. Perfect vignettes, Tatanka vs. Shawn Michaels, Bret Hart vs. Fatu, a NEW Repo Man, and soooo much more... including our new segment VIRGIL OF THE WEEK!
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FEBRUARY 93 WWF NEWS - A full hour of WWF News and discussion! Topics include...
- Recent deaths including Andre the Giant, Kerry Von Erich, and Joeeeee McHugh
- Ric Flair finishes up with the company
- Marty Jannetty FIRED.... Again
- We look at house show fallout from January and the key matchups
- Vince McMahon holds a bogus Press Conference for the Japanese media
- The enigma that is - Rob Bartlett
- February House Show lineups and the scary trends that expose how depleted the roster is
- The WWF's final show in Portland FOR TEN YEARS!
- Injuries affecting the company - Mr. Perfect, Razor Ramon, Shawn Michaels
- February tryouts
- A final injury report for February/March
USWA CROSSOVER NEWS (00:57:50) - February marks the beginning of the true beginning of the USWA vs. WWF feud that featured some unique matches and angles in the Memphis territory. We talk Mr. Perfect, Doink the Clown, and even LEX LUGER on USWA TV!
VIRGIL OF THE WEEK! (01:03:40) - We debut our new weekly segment, "Virgil of the Week"
After such positive feedback over the past few episodes to the Virgil promos, we've decided to continue the trend and play a new promo from old Virg every week on the Grenade for the remainder of WWF 93! Meat Sauce Mafia in effect
WWF Superstars 1/30/93 (01:08:38)
"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan lays out a challenge for Yokozuna for next week, how does Mr. Fuji respond? After successfully defending his title at the Royal Rumble, Bret Hart talks his future challengers including Yokozuna. Plus, action involving the Headshrinkers, Damien Demento, High Energy, Bob Backlund, Mr. Perfect, Razor Ramon, and IC Champion Shawn Michaels.
WWF Wrestling Challenge 1/31/93 (01:30:07)
Doink the Clown makes his in-ring debut! Marty Jannetty makes his final appearance for four months. Action with Bam Bam Bigelow, Kamala, Skinner, Tag Champs Money Inc., and "El Matador" Tito Santana.
WWF Monday Night Raw 2/1/93 (01:40:06)
The six scariest words in the English Language are revealed when Vince McMahon announces "BRUTUS THE BARBER BEEFCAKE IS BACK!". We hear from Brother Bruti who has an open contract upon his return. Tatanka takes on Damien Demento. Action involving the likes of High Energy, Yokozuna, and The Narcissist. Ted DiBiase accepts Beefcake's open challenge for next week and threatens to de-face the Barber. WWF addresses the passing of Andre the Giant. Plus, Typhoon tangles with DOINK the clown, and Mr. Perfect completes "THE PERFECT PASS" in the highest-rated cable TV program in nearly a year!!!
WWF Superstars 2/6/93 (02:04:54)
"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan battles Yokozuna in a special "Knockdown Challenge" that leads to a monstrous post-match angle. The Beverly Brothers nearly kill a man. Mr. Perfect unveils his vision of the Narcissist. Plus, Doink the Clown, the Nasty Boys, and Bam Bam Bigelow. We also discuss the fallout of the Duggan/Yoko - USA/Japan angle and the backlash the WWF received from certain TV stations and the AAPAA.
WWF Wrestling Challenge 2/7/93 (02:35:02)
Matches involving High Energy, Damien Demento, the Headshrinkers, Razor Ramon, and VIRGIL!
WWF Monday Night Raw 2/8/93 - GONE TO THE DOGS!
WWF Superstars 2/13/93 (02:42:21)
Tatanka challenges Intercontinental Champion Shawn Michaels in an attempt to earn a title shot at WrestleMania. The Giant Gonzalez makes his in-ring debut against THREE opponents in a handicapped match. UPDATE with Mean Gene as he talks Hacksaw's injury. Vince McMahon sits down with Brutus Beefcake. Crush returns to action after his injury from Doink. Even more matches with the Narcissist & the Steiner Brothers. Plus, Bam Bam Bigelow challenges Earthquake to a match next week!
WWF Wrestling Challenge 2/14/93 (03:05:10)
Razor Ramon battles Typhoon. And following the match, Razor Ramon has a knockdown drag-out fight with Mr. Perfect! Promos from Money Inc and High Energy about their upcoming title match. Plus, action with the Nasty Boys, Bam Bam Bigelow, DOINK, & the Undertaker.
WWF ON TSN 2/14/93 - ALFRED HAYES TALKS "BORING" BOB BACKLUND & SHUTTLECOCKS! (03:14:55)
WWF Monday Night Raw 2/15/93 (03:17:20)
Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake returns to the ring after nearly 3 years to take on "Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase. This of course leads to the big angle where Money Inc tries to reinjure the face of the Barber when IRS interferes with the Briefcase. Matches with Yokozuna and the Steiners. Trouble with commentary audio leads to the Macho Man stealing Rob Bartlett's headset! Plus, a 15-Man Battle Royal with a GIANT surprise!
INTERNATIONAL EXCLUSIVES (03:35:43)
We break away from the action in the States to take a look at a few matches aired on international WWF programming including Crush vs. Razor Ramon, Shawn Michaels vs. Owen Hart, Tatanka vs. Razor Ramon, and Shawn Michaels vs. Crush
WWF Superstars 2/20/93 (03:37:37)
It's the battle of the big men when Bam Bam Bigelow takes on the mighty Earthquake. The wife of Hacksaw, Debra Duggan comments on her husband's injuries and wants him to retire. An Update on Brutus Beefcake's injury from Raw. Rare Audio of MSG Promos from the teams of Mr. Perfect & Bret Hart as well as Lex Luger & Razor Ramon. Plus, Razor Ramon, Kamala, Mr. Perfect, The Undertaker are all in action.
WWF Wrestling Challenge 2/21/93 (03:53:23)
Money Inc defend the WWF Tag Team Titles vs. Owen Hart & Koko B. Ware. Matches involving the Crush, the Steiner Brothers, and the Narcissist battles Virgil!
WWF Monday Night Raw 2/22/93 (03:57:32)
HEEEE'S BAAA-AAACK! It's the return of HULK HOGAN, Brother. First, Vince McMahon has a sit-down interview with the Hulkster discussing his "I'm only human" past, before a SECOND in-ring interview where the Hulkster announces Jimmy Hart as his new manager and the formation of the MEGA MANiACS with brother Brutus "the Barber" Beefcake, dude. Bam Bam Bigelow takes on the future Scotty Too Hotty. Crush battles "Terrific" Terry Taylor. The Undertaker wrestles Skinner, sort of. And big six-man action with Shawn Michaels & The Beverly Brothers vs. The Nasty Boys & Tatanka.
WWF Superstars 2/27/93 (04:13:55)
Doink the Clown takes on the Big Boss Man in BBM's final WWF TV match for nearly 6 years! Vince McMahon talks to Hacksaw's father, "Police Chief" Duggan who wants to see his son return to the ring. Ray Rougeau talks with Harvey Wippleman and his Giant Gonzalez. Rare Audio of MSG Promos from Doink & the Macho Man. Jim Powers finds out what happens when you use the mirror of the Narcissist. Matches with Yokozuna & the Nasty Boys. Doink shows Raymond Rougeau a magic trick. Plus, Mr. Perfect shows off his Perfect Shots on the basketball court.
WWF MANIA 2/27/93 - We chat the NEW REPO MAN... New Mask, New Gear. And a BOUNTY REWARD? (04:26:50)
WWF Wrestling Challenge 2/28/93 (04:28:47)Action with IC Champion Shawn Michaels, the Bushwhackers, Mr. Perfect, the Headshrinkers, & Kamala!
WWF Monday Night Raw 3/1/93 (04:31:47)
WWF Champion Bret "Hitman" Hart defends against Fatu of the Headshrinkers in a solid bout. Can the Hitman fend off interference from both Afa & Samu at ringside? Crush crushes a Coconut, bruddah. Doink meets Koko B. Ware. Vince McMahon interviews Money Inc about their WrestleMania match against the Mega Maniacs. "The Narcissist" Lex Luger faces PJ Walker (the future Aldo Montoya/Justin Credible). All of this while Rob Bartlett thinks he's Elvis Pressley.
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It's the long-awaited 1993 Royal Rumble Watch-Along episode of the Grenade!
Featuring...
- WWF Champion Bret Hart vs. Razor Ramon
- WWF IC Champion Shawn Michaels vs. Marty Jannetty (w/Sherri)
- The Steiner Brothers vs. The Beverly Brothers
- Bam Bam Bigelow vs. The Big Boss Man
- The Debut of THE NARCISSIST!
- The 30-Man Royal Rumble - The Winner goes on to meet the WWF Champion at WrestleMania IX... Featuring The Undertaker, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Ric Flair, Mr. Perfect, Jerry "The King" Lawler, Bob Backlund, Ted Dibiase, IRS, Yokozuna, The Headshrinkers, the Nasty Boys, Tatanka, the Natural Disasters, Carlos Colon, Tenryu, "Model" Rick Martel, Papa Shango, The Berzerker, High Energy, Skinner, Terry Taylor, Maxx Moon, Damien DeMento, El Matador, Repo Man, and VIRGIL!Plus... the debut of THE GIANT GONZALEZ!!!
It's a fun 3 hour trip down memory lane that you DON'T want to miss!!!
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Are you ready for the WWF in 1993? Well, the boys from the Grenade are back this week to take you through the month of January and all things leading up to (and after) the Royal Rumble PPV. We cover the debut of Monday Night Raw and the WWF Mania program. The success of Todd Pettingill and the flop that was Rob Bartlett. Razor Ramon makes things personal with the Hart Family. Doink the Clown’s “prank” on Crush goes too far. Kamala is a MAN! Yokozuna continues to dominate his opponents. The Steiners arrive. What or who is NARCISSUS? The Macho Man misses a payment on his hat. And we talk the epic Mr. Perfect vs. Ric Flair “Loser Leaves the WWF” match!
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WWF Superstars 1/2/93 (00:09:01)
The Macho Man returns to the announce booth. Mr. Perfect takes on the Berzerker with Ric Flair running interference. Bobby Heenan announces the incoming NARCISSUS. Doink pranks Marty Jannetty… again. Action with Yokozuna, Crush, Damien Demento, Marty Jannetty. Plus, Crush knows Clowns… His grandfather was a clown, brah!
WWF Wrestling Challenge 1/3/93 (00:36:21)
IC Champ Shawn Michaels takes on Jumpin’ Jim Brunzell. More action involving Bob Backlund, Tatanka, Bam Bam Bigelow, and the DEBUT of the Steiner Brothers! We are treated to a Virgil promo, and he doesn’t let us down! Plus, Ray Rougeau interviews Kamala, Harvey Wippleman, and Kim Chee… but the Reverend Slick has some eye-opening words for the Ugandan savage… YOU ARE A MAN!
All American Exclusive… What happens when the heel Repo Man takes on Papa Shango?
WWF Prime Time Wrestling 1/4/93 (00:51:03)
It’s the final episode of PTW as we prepare for the debut of Raw. Vince, Bobby, and the Gorilla host the program. The Headshrinkers battle “El Matador” Tito Santana & Virgil. Terrific Terry Taylor finds some gear in a garbage can. Plus, 1993 Shawn Michaels battles 2021 Shawn Michaels… No wait, that’s just Skinner. Eerie similarities though. Yes, in a rare heel vs. heel encounter, IC Champ HBK vs. Skinner in a match where Skinner receives the cheers! Talk about bizarro world!
WWF Superstars 1/9/93 (00:57:06)
Kamala completes his babyface turn when he saves the Slickster from his handler Kim Chee. The Steiners make their Superstars debut. Bobby Heenan presents Narcissus Promo #2. Ray Rougeau interviews the mysterious clown who reveals his name as Doink. Sherri returns at the Rumble, but whose corner will she be in, Shawn or Marty? Jim Duggan is initially announced for the Rumble match before being quietly pulled for an upcoming angle. Plus, action with the Undertaker, Bam Bam Bigelow, and (Steve Armstrong) Lance Cassidy!
WWF Mania Debuts! 1/9/93 (01:11:29)
We are introduced to Todd Pettingill, the newest member of the announce team. Our first Mania Exclusive features Hacksaw taking on the Repo Man. And, in a very unique angle for the WWF in this era, Razor Ramon takes out Owen Hart in the locker room making things personal with the Hitman as he heads into the Rumble to challenge for the WWF Title.
WWF Wrestling Challenge 1/10/93 (01:15:24)
Action involving Crush, the Nasty Boys, Yokozuna, Marty Jannetty, and the Headshrinkers. Bill Alfonso is now a WWF referee, and for very good reason! Plus, we hear from the Macho Man, Big Boss Man, and the Steiners as the Rumble gets closer.
WWF Monday Night Raw 1/11/93 (01:20:05)
UNCOOKED, UNCUT, AND UNCENSORED… It’s the DEBUT edition of MONDAY NIGHT RAWWWW! Bobby Heenan does his best to sneak into the show while Yokozuna & Koko B. Ware make history as they’re the first match to go on the air for the new program. We get our first look at the Raw Girls. Vince interviews Razor Ramon about his match with WWF Champ Bret Hart at the Rumble. The Steiners destroy the Executioners, Damien Demento faces the Undertaker, and IC Champ Shawn Michaels battles Maxx Moon. Who was Mitch Frerotte? Doink continues to toy with Crush. Plus, the unfortunate debut of Rob Bartlett, complete with many train wreck sound bites from Bartlett’s initial broadcast. Oof.
WWF Superstars 1/16/93 (01:48:16)
Ray Rougeau interviews IC Champ Shawn Michaels about his upcoming defense against former partner Marty Jannetty at the Rumble. Action with Razor Ramon, the Nasty Boys, Yokozuna, and Tatanka. Virgil replaces Hacksaw at the Rumble. Bret Hart seeks revenge for his brother Owen against the Bad Guy. Only 29 men announced for the Rumble??? Plus, after a victory in the ring, Crush is met ringside with an apology from Doink, only to be stretchered out of the building thanks to the Prince of Pranks.
WWF Mania 1/16/93 (01:57:49)Two, count them TWO Mania Exclusives this week. From the first Raw Tapings Yokozuna squashes Jim Powers. Plus. El Matador battles “Wild” Bill Irwin in what was a tryout match for the future Goon.
WWF Wrestling Challenge 1/17/93 (01:58:37)
Ric Flair takes on a noticeably “off the gas” Jimmy Powers. Matches with Bam Bam Bigelow, the Undertaker, Razor Ramon, and the final appearance of Lance Cassidy. Bobby Heenan with Narcissus Promo #3. Plus. Ray Rougeau interviews Mr. Perfect who strikes a nerve with the Nature Boy and we wind up with a really fun (and great) segment between Hennig & Ric Flair.
WWF Monday Night Raw 1/18/93 (02:04:19)
The Macho Man learns the lesson to pay his bills on time when he has his hat REPOSSESSED. Mr. Perfect takes on Terrific Terry Taylor, or is it THE RED ROOSTER??? Vince talks to WWF Champ the Hitman as Bret discusses seeking revenge and defending his title against Razor Ramon at the Rumble. Marty Jannetty meets the future Headbanger Thrasher. Macho wants a piece of the Repo Man! Ric Flair wrestles El Matador, but the real story here is the continuing issues between Ric and his former friend Mr. Perfect. By the end of the program, we get two heated promos from Flair and Hennig which sets up next week’s Loser Leaves Town match!
WWF Superstars 1/23/93 (02:24:20)
It’s the weekend of the Royal Rumble but thanks to Doink the Clown, we learn that Crush is OUT of the 30-Man extravaganza. Macho & Lawler argue about who will win the Rumble match. Matches include the Undertaker, Marty Jannetty, Papa Shango, Bam Bam Bigelow, and the newly turned babyface Kamala with his new ADVISOR, the reverend Slick! Plus, in another great segment for its time… Ray Rougeau interviews WWF Champ Bret Hart in front of the crowd, but things get interesting when Razor Ramon appears on the video screen wall to argue with the Hitman. Razor OWNS this segment. GREAT STUFF!!!
WWF Wrestling Challenge 1/24/93 (02:32:45)
Action involving Papa Shango, the Nasty Boys, Yokozuna, Bob Backlund vs. Louie Spicolli, and Tatanka battles Iron Mike Sharpe. Hacksaw talks Headlock on Hunger. Gorilla agrees with the Brain on the “exciting” Bob Backlund. Our final Rumble Report. Bobby Heenan now refers to the debuting mystery man as “THE NARCISSIST”! Plus, Reno Riggins busts out a handspring elbow when he takes on IC Champ Shawn Michaels to close the program.
WWF Monday Night Raw 1/25/93 (02:37:54)
The Macho Man exacts some revenge, and more importantly gets his hat back, when he takes on the Repo Man. Babyface Kamala battles the Brooklyn Brawler, who also happens to portray Kim Chee. Oh, the irony… Plus, it only took 3 weeks but Bobby Heenan joins the broadcast booth this week to help sell the feature match. Speaking of which… Mr. Perfect meets Ric Flair in a LOSER LEAVES TOWN MATCH. This match proves to be an instant classic as the two have a very NON-WWF style match for the time, complete with a blade job by Curt Hennig!
Next week is the ROYAL RUMBLE '93 WATCH-ALONG! Including the announcement of the Winner of the FREE PRIZE GIVEAWAY of the AUTOGRAPHED BRET HART 8x10 Promo Pic!
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The Grenade Returns! After some downtime due to the nasty Coronavirus, the guys from the Grenade return to take on a whole new year and promotions as they analyze and dissect the entire year of 1993 in the WWF!
Yes, we’re going to talk 1993 in the WWF, for better or worse. From the Narcissist to the Lex Express. From Double Doinks to the Giant Gonzalez. From Togas to “Terrific” Terry Taylor. From Bartlett to Booger. From the debut of Monday Night Raw, to the return of… Hulkamania.
BUT, before we get there, it’s time to SET THE STAGE for 1993… In this episode of the Grenade, we thoroughly dissect all of the fallout of 1992 leading into the new year. We talk about the recent company firings and falling business that led to drastic changes within the company including all-new TV programming and new Champions across the board.
We dissect the entire WWF roster leading into 1993… Who’s coming, who’s going? It becomes downright scary when we categorize the current main eventers, the upper card, and mid-card of the time. Up until this point the WWF had never been so depleted on talent, tag teams, storylines, and established stars in their positions on the card.
We also peek into January of 1993 as we analyze the House Show marriages for the month, the current feuds, wrestler injuries leading into the Royal Rumble, and the January Tryouts of stars like the future Public Enemy and ‘Goon” Bill Irwin.
If that wasn’t enough, we also tell the tale of the Tatanka/Maxx Moon (Paul Diamond) affair and fiasco that ultimately led to Diamond’s WWF release. Then brief rehire… and release again.
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SETTING THE STAGE FOR THE WWF IN 1993 (00:03:54)We briefly lay out our plans for the program and talk about the fallout of 1992 and what’s to come in 1993!
THE WWF TITLE SCENE (00:05:51)
New Champions are crowned across the board in the fall of 1992 as a true “Changing of the Guard” takes place We talk Bret Hart’s ascension to main event status, the elevation in the career of Shawn Michaels, Tito Santana’s claims of being considered for the WWF Title instead of Bret, Money Inc regaining the tag straps with next to no one left to work in the tag division, and more!
THE CURRENT ROSTER (00:27:45)
We deep dive into the entire WWF roster as we close out 92 and head into 1993. We analyze and dissect each tier of the roster from the Main Event scene, the upper-mid card, what constituted as a mid-card in this timeframe (it’s scary), and even the lower-level talent under contract at this time. Furthermore, we talk about the silly reason the Big Boss Man gave notice to the WWF, the downfall of the Tag Team and Manager division, the many unestablished stars being groomed for the Main Event, and so much more!
RECENT WWF RELEASES (01:16:18)
So many names have just left the company or will be on their way out following the Royal Rumble PPV in January. We discuss the loss of talent like Earthquake, the Big Boss Man, “Model” Rick Martel, the Genius, the Berzerker, the Mountie, and others… We talk Sgt. Slaughter being moved from the ring into an “official” role, the fallout of the Nailz/Vince McMahon encounter and what it meant for the future plans of the Undertaker, and the Ultimate Warrior firing and how he “ultimately” got the British Bulldog fired along with him. We talk all about the ramifications of the Bulldog & Warrior’s releases and how it affected the entire roster and booking plans. With Warrior & Bulldog gone we look at the implosion of the Mega Maniacs team, the in-ring return and babyface turn of Mr. Perfect, the rushed/force move up the card for several individual stars who may not have been ready or reached that “next level”. We fantasy book what the Rumble PPV may have looked like had the Warrior not been fired, including the rumored WWF title match between Bret Hart vs. the Warrior in which it was said the Warrior would play the heel and become Champion. It’s interesting what could have been!
THE TATANKA/MAXX MOON AFFAIR (01:29:45)
We share the story of Paul Diamond (Maxx Moon) being fired after having an affair with Tatanka’s wife. We also discuss Diamond’s firing for the affair and almost immediate return to the company to fill in for an already depleted roster.
CURRENT WWF FEUDS (or lack thereof) (01:34:08)
With only THREE feuds going into 1993, we talk the lack of attempts at storylines, angles, and the writing during this period in the company. It becomes very evident that it was time to regroup and rebuild as the roster changes continue.
BUSINESS & RATINGS WOES (01:36:59)
There’s a major decline in business and ratings by the end of 1992 which leads to new WWF TV programming and new stars. We also have a little fun with the old “There were TWO Ultimate Warriors” rumors that were all the rave back in the time period.
THE JANUARY HOUSE SHOW LINEUPS (01:42:42)
We investigate the matches and “marriages” on the WWF House Show loop for January as we head into the Royal Rumble. As we move into the list of matches it becomes quite obvious (and scary) that almost everyone on the upper mid-card and below were interchangeable as far as booking plans go here to start the year. Was it really just a lack of talent, or lazy booking? We also look at the grooming of Yokozuna as the next big thing as he is fed the likes of the Boss Man, Earthquake, and even the Macho Man himself!
JANUARY 1993 TRYOUTS (01:56:42)
At most of the syndicated TV Tapings, the WWF would feature Dark Matches prior to the televised matches featuring talent trying for a spot with the company. In January tryouts we look at some interesting names including the future Public Enemy, Scott Putski, Wild Bill Irwin, and the original UNDERTAKERS as the newly named “Double Trouble”. Did any of the January tryouts make it to the full-time roster?
WWF INJURIES (01:59:08)
A quick review of January injuries including Razor Ramon blowing out his knee shortly before his Rumble WWF Title match with the Hitman, Papa Shango separates his shoulder which leads to his brief stay in the Rumble match itself, and the Berzerker also misses some time shortly before his WWF departure.
QUICK NOTES (01:59:27)
We close this week’s episode with some quick notes on Lex Luger’s imminent debut for the WWF, the beginning of the USWA/WWF Crossover feud, plus Jerry Jarrett is hired to be groomed to take over in case of the potential incarceration of Vince McMahon. And last, we give insight into what to expect moving forward in regard to our show format here in 1993 of the WWF and all the details of our next FREE PRIZE GIVEAWAY of the Bret Hart Autographed Promo Pic!
Next stop, January 1993 in the WWF! Next week we dissect all the January WWF News and TV through the 25th, including the famous Ric Flair vs. Mr. Perfect “Loser Leaves Town” match!
And two weeks from now on the Grenade, it’s the 1993 Royal Rumble Watch-Along! Including the announcement of the Winner of the FREE PRIZE GIVEAWAY of the AUTOGRAPHED BRET HART 8x10 Promo Pic!
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The Wrestling Memory Grenade Returns! Host Ray Russell explains his time away in the hospital fighting Covid Pneumonia and his rehab at home after. He's joined by co-host Steven Eckstat as they talk about the Grenade's return to the airwaves with the upcoming dissection of the WWF in 1993!
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**The Grenade puts a bow on 1989 in the NWA this week with a formal “YEAR IN REVIEW” and “AWARDS” Episode! Ray & Steve take a trip down Memory Lane for ’89 in the NWA as they discuss the many feuds, angles, and matches involving the likes of Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat, Terry Funk, Sting, Lex Luger, the Steiner Brothers, the Road Warriors, and so many more!
Plus, they look back one final time at the musical Booking chairs of the NWA throughout the year, listen to some of their favorite sound bites from 1989, recollect the top 30 matches, and perform an Awards Show for all the deserving talent. From Best Wrestler to Worst Wrestler, from the Jobber of the Year to the Biggest B*h Award, they leave no stone unturned!
And YES, the boys from the Grenade their NEXT STOP for the Grenade show. What promotion will they be doing next? What year are they headed to now??? You’ll find out on this episode!
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Where Next? (00:04:36)You’ve been wondering for weeks… Well, wait no longer… We finally let the cat out of the bag and announce the next Year and Promotion we’ll be tackling now that we’ve wrapped up the NWA in 1989. Where to next? Listen and find out! YEAR IN REVIEW (00:16:30) We take a trip down Memory Lane for 1989 in the NWA as we discuss the many feuds, angles, and matches involving the likes of Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat, Terry Funk, Sting, Lex Luger, the Steiner Brothers, the Road Warriors, Jim Cornette’s Midnight Express, and so many more! THANK YOU! (00:52:06)We’ve set aside a special time in the program to thank everyone who played a part in helping the show grow, whether it was sharing their first-hand knowledge, helping us to find missing episodes of TV, or simply engaging in social media conversation. Some of those we thank include…
TheRetroNetwork.com @TRNSocial Richard Land - @MaskedWrestlers Missy Hyatt - @MissyHyatt Jim Cornette - @TheJimCornette Jim Ross - @JRsBBQ Terry Funk - @TheDirtyFunker Lex Luger - @GenuineLexLuger **And more…
Favorite Sound Bites (01:01:50)**Some made us laugh…. Okay, MOST of them made us laugh…. We briefly dive back into some of our favorite Sound Bites from the year featuring the likes of Dan Spivey, Norman the Lunatic, the Iron Sheik, the Z-Man, Gordon Solie, and Lex Luger!
Memorable Matches (01:09:51)As we count down to the Top 5 Matches of 1989, we go back and discuss 30 of the top matches of the year!
Year-End Awards (01:37:19)We have a little fun as we present an Awards Show for all the deserving talent. From Best Wrestler to Worst Wrestler, from the Jobber of the Year to the Biggest B*h Award. Which match did we peg “Match of the Year”? Listen and find out! Which Interview received “Promo of the Year”? Tune in to find out! Who was the “Worst Tag Team of the Year?”.. The Dynamic Dudes.
Free Prize Giveaway News (02:31:05)** As we conclude the final episode of the NWA in 89, we discuss the latest Free Prize Giveaway, How You Can Enter to Win, when to expect the winner to be drawn, and we talk a little more about the new direction the Grenade will be headed beginning with Episode 33.
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It's finally here!!! This week we wrap up 1989 in the NWA with the final 3 WEEKS of December TV, plus news & notes.
We talk the return of Arn Anderson and Sting's alliance with the FOUR HORSEMEN. Lex Luger making another run against World Champion Ric Flair. Jim Cornette goes into detail about poor decisions made by Shane Douglas that ended the MX vs. Dudes program. Cactus Jack's arrival. Norman's $350 Bounty. A counterfeit Windham. Pus, U.S. Champion Lex Luger defends against Sting and SO MUCH MORE!
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NWA NEWS FOR DECEMBER ’89 (00:03:51)
Arn Anderson is back in the NWA, while “Wildfire” Tommy Rich suffers an injury.
NWA Power Hour for 12/15/89 is GONE WITH THE WIND… Literally… (00:08:23)
NWA Worldwide Quick Results 12/16/89 (00:09:52)
Action involving Doom, the Z-Man, the Midnight Express, Dragon Master, Buzz Sawyer, Eddie Gilbert, Tommy Rich, plus the Minnesota Wrecking Crew Returns!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 12/16/89 (00:10:43)
The World Title picture heats up when Ric Flair has a confrontation with Lex Luger. The Cuban Assassin goes after the $350 Bounty in “MOSTLY American Money” on Norman. See how the Stinger responds when he receives his own Stinger Splash from Joe Cruz! The Z-Man faces the Samoan Savage. 6-Man Tag Team action with J-Tex (Muta, Sawyer & Dragon Master). More action involving the Freebirds, Steiners, Kendall Windham, New Zealand Militia w/Lord Littlebrook, Midnight Express, and the Andersons! Promos with the Roadies, Steiners, Buzz Sawyer & Gary Hart, the Dudes, Cornette & MX, Woman, Teddy Long, Norman, & Sting. Plus, Cactus Jack makes his NWA debut and lands the first of many running elbow drops to the concrete!
NWA Main Event 12/17/89 (00:49:56)
Kevin Sullivan meets “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert. The Midnight Express take on “Wildfire” Tommy Rich & Ranger Ross. Jim Cornette talks the Dudes. We talk weekend Ratings. Plus, Arn & Ole Anderson reunite to take on the Fabulous Freebirds in the main event… of the Main Event
NWA Power Hour 12/22/89 (00:5838)
Arn Anderson takes on Capt. Mike Rotunda. Sawyer & The Dragon Master face Tommy Rich & Eddie Gilbert. Ranger Ross meets Agent Steel, Gordon Solie is back with WNN talking Japan, the WWF, and the NWA! Terry Funk’s Grill with Norman the Painter?!? Plus, we discuss what will never make it to the Peacock Network, Vince McMahon SQUATTING, and 7-Up presents the Countdown to Christmas Cotton balls on Santa’s beard!
NWA Worldwide Quick Results 12/23/89 (01:09:46)
Action with The Andersons, the State Patrol, the Wild Samoans, Kevin Sullivan. Plus, The Steiners team with Norman vs. Doom & Dan Spivey!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 12/23/89 (01:10:09)
From the Greensboro Coliseum with Jim Ross & Gordon Solie on the call! The Dynamic Dudes lure Jim Cornette into signing an “Anything Goes” Match between Shane Douglas vs. Jim Cornette!!! The Midnight Express vs. The New Fantastics, the Andersons vs. The State Patrol, Tommy Rich vs. Capt. Mike Rotunda. The Galaxians vs. Eddie Gilbert & Ranger Ross. More action with Doom, Kendall Windham, Z-Man, Brian Pillman, and the Militia. Brian Pillman talks Michael “PMS” Hayes. The Terminator FINALLY makes his in-ring debut. Promos with Lex Luger, the Horsemen, and Tommy Rich. The Freebirds attack Zenk & Pillman. We discuss the necessity of the U.S. Tag Team Titles. Plus, U.S. Heavyweight Champion LEX LUGER defends against former friend STING!
NWA Main Event 12/24/89 (01:35:53)
It’s the Christmas Eve edition with a Main Event that sees a Lumberjack Match between Capt. Mike Rotunda vs. Tommy Rich. The New Zealand Militia vs. The Dynamic Dudes. Promos with the Roadies, the Steiners, and the Horsemen! We also talk weekend Ratings. Plus, Eddie Gilbert takes on the Italian Stallion with Referee LEE SCOTT?!?
NWA Power Hour 12/29/89 (01:46:24)
The Freebirds receive their World Tag Title Rematch against Champions the Steiners in what proves to be a PHOTO FINISH! The Midnight Express tangle with the Galaxians. Ray Russell talks about life imitating art with the Norman character. It’s Terry Funk’s Grill with Lord Littlebrook & Norman. It’s the final WNN of 1989 with Gordon Solie! Plus, U.S. Champion Lex Luger vs. Ranger Ross.
NWA Worldwide 12/30/89 (01:59:09)
Flyin’ Brian takes on Cactus Jack Manson in the main event. U.S. Champion Lex Luger defends against the Italian Stallion. Norman apologizes to Woman. More action involving the Andersons, Buzz Sawyer, and the New Zealand Militia. Promos with Lex Luger, Gary Hart, the Horsemen with Sting, and Woman. Plus, Sting has a wild run-in with Cactus Jack to close the show!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 12/30/89 (02:14:20)
From the Greensboro Coliseum again this week with JR & Solie. The Freebirds vs. Z-Man & Flyin’ Brian kicks off the program! Sting meets the Dragon Master. Ranger Ross & Tommy Rich vs. Nasty Ned & Cactus Jack. Cactus once again obliterates his own partner on the concrete after suffering a loss! More action with Buzz Sawyer, Norman, Arn Anderson, the Wild Samoans, and the Steiners. Promos with Ric Flair, the Andersons, Lex Luger, Tommy Rich & Ranger Ross. Shane Douglas vs. Stan Lane ends when Shane pins…. Jim Cornette??? Plus, JIM CORNETTE TELLS ALL!!! Cornette explains how the match between him vs. Shane Douglas was re-taped to be Shane vs. Lane after Douglas complained to Jim Herd about the storyline. Corny shows Shane what happens in another case of “When Keepin’ It Real, Goes Wrong” for the future Franchise.
NWA Main Event 12/31/89 (02:39:50)
It’s a special YEAR IN REVIEW New Year’s Eve edition of the Main Event, featuring a quick discussion of highlights and one final Lex Luger promo to close out the year!
FINAL 1989 NEWS & NOTES (02:42:15)
It’s the Final Champions of 1989 Roll Call. Jim Herd still pushing got Lex Luger as the next World Champion. We talk the list of names about to arrive in 1990 to the NWA. Plus, WHO did Vince McMahon hire to make his own J-Tex? We have one final fantasy booking discussion on what would have happened if Luger had become World Champion when Sting goes down with the knee injury. Plus, Kendall Windham & Blackjack Mulligan arrested for passing counterfeit bills!!!
All of that and Ray Russell drops a small hint about where we’re headed next after 1989 in the NWA!!!
Don’t miss next week’s NWA 1989 AWARDS & YEAR IN REVIEW EPISODE! We put a nice bow on the previous 31 episodes of the Wrestling Memory Grenade as we give thanks and reminisce about our favorites angles, storylines, interviews, sound bites, and so much more from the NWA in 1989. Plus, our very own first-ever WMG AWARDS CEREMONY as we hand out deserving Awards to a slew of NWA personalities for their contributions to the company throughout 1989. Best Wrestler, Top 5 Matches, WORST Wrestler… and SO MUCH MORE!
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AND YES, NEXT WEEK on Episode 32 we will announce OUR NEXT VENTURE when we pull out a new grenade and rip the pin out. An explosion of NEW memories coming our way… Which promotion, what year? Listen next week to find out!!!
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It's the Grenade's FINAL Watch-Along of the NWA in 1989. A bittersweet farewell to the Watch-Along genre on the WWE Network as they migrate over to Peacock. Ray & Steve come at you one last time here in 1989 with the Starrcade '89 PPV, featuring TWO Round Robin style tournaments to determine the Singles Wrestler and Tag Team of the 1990s as they prove to be "Ironmen". It's Sting, Flair, Luger, Muta, the Steiners, the Roadies, Doom, and the Samoans all biding for the top of their respective divisions.
Kick back and enjoy the penultimate episode of the NWA '89 Grenade series as we call the action of the PPV, talk backstories leading in, the misuse of Doom and Muta, the bait and switch of the Skyscrapers and the Samoans, we fantasy book our own Starrcade event to conclude the year, as well as discuss what we would do to alter the tournament results and future booking plans of the NWA heading into 1990.
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STARRCADE '89 "FUTURE SHOCK"
Atlanta, GA - THE OMNI - December 13, 1989
- Steiner Brothers vs. Doom
- Lex Luger vs. Sting
- Road Warriors vs. Doom
- Ric Flair vs. Great Muta
- Steiner Brothers vs. Road Warriors
- Sting vs. Great Muta
- Doom vs. New Wild Samoans
- Ric Flair vs. Lex Luger
- Steiner Brothers vs. New Wild Samoans
- Lex Luger vs. Great Muta
- Road Warriors vs. New Wild Samoans
- Ric Flair vs. Sting
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It’s the final build to Starrcade ’89 “Future Shock” with tons of action and angles. The HORSEMEN REUNITE when ARN ANDERSON RETURNS TO THE NWA! The Dudes and the Midnights continue their feud with another great piece added to their storyline. Terry Funk makes his announcing debut. Lord Littlebrook leads the Militia on a “winning streak”. Norman completes his babyface turn on Teddy Long, and Long puts a Bounty out on his former charge. A job guy decides he doesn’t want to take the Frankensteiner, MID-MOVE… hear how Scotty responds! Referee Tommy Young suffers a career-ending neck injury. World Tag Champs the Steiners take on the likes of Doom and the SST. For the first time ever, NWA Champion Ric Flair goes 1-on-1 with Bobby Eaton. Plus, THE IRON SHEIK RETURNS for one night only and the DYNAMIC Duo of Bruce Wayne & Dick Grayson accept the $10,000 Midnight Express Triple Challenge!
All of that, and just about everyone and their brother give their insight and predictions for the upcoming Starrcade PPV.
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NOVEMBER ’89 VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH (00:03:51)
Lee Scott has competition again this month for JOTM. Can Lee’s body of work match up to Danny Marlowe’s near-death experience at the hands of the Steiner Brothers?
NWA DECEMBER NEWS (00:10:18)
The Brain Busters have quit the WWF, but only Arn Anderson is on his way back to the NWA. Find out the inside details on Tully Blanchard’s failed WWF drug test and Jim Herd’s lowball offer to "Double A" after the fact. Plus, we talk Sam Muchnick keeping it real, Terry Funk’s new job title, and more.
NWA POWER HOUR 12/1/89 (00:16:16)
Tag Team Champions The Steiners defends against DOOM. Kevin Sullivan meets Ranger Ross. And the Dynamic Dudes take on Rip Rogers and the Avenger. Plus, it’s a double dose of Gordon Solie as he hosts WNN and is the guest of Terry Funk’s Grill!
NWA WORLDWIDE 12/2/89 (00:28:41)
Terry Funk makes his announcing debut alongside Chris Cruise. Doom battles Tommy Rich & Ranger Ross. More action with Lex Luger, the Midnight Express, and the Z-Man. Promos from the Steiners, the Total Package, Doom, Cornette & his Midnights. Plus, Oliver Humperdink talks regression therapy with the SST in a WILD promo.
NWA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING 12/2/89 (00:45:30)
The Dynamic Dudes come looking for revenge when they take on the Midnight Express. J-Tex in 6-man action with Muta, Buzz Sawyer, and the Dragon Master in the ring. See what happens when a reluctant job guy decides mid-move that he doesn’t want to take the Frankensteiner. YIKES! Gordon Solie hosts the Starrcade report. Promos from Cornette and the Midnights, Flair, Sting, the Roadies, Buzz Sawyer & Gary Hart. More action with Ranger Ross, Doom, Lex Luger, Sting, and the New Zealand Militia with Lord Littlebrook. Norman takes the KEY from Teddy Long to complete his face turn! Plus, Ric Flair promises the biggest surprise of his wrestling career!
NWA MAIN EVENT 12/3/89 (01:02:20)
Promos kick things off as Jim Cornette, Bobby Eaton, and Ric Flair discuss their upcoming World Title Match later in the program! 6-Man action with the Wild Samoans. Doom vs. Ranger Ross & Tommy Rich replay. Promos from the Roadies and Lex Luger. Gordon Solie talks Starrcade. And in the main event OF the Main Event, Ric Flair defends his NWA World Championship against “Beautiful” Bobby Eaton, in their first-ever 1-on-1 encounter! We even discuss the fallout with Jim Herd complaining
NWA RATINGS HIT A NEW RECORD FOR 1989 (01:11:33)
Did the Midnights vs. The Dudes draw the highest rating of the year? Can it be true? Listen as we break down the weekend ratings!
NWA POWER HOUR 12/8/89 (01:14:36)
Buzz Sawyer & Gary Hart join Terry Funk’s Grill for a heated exchange! Kevin Sullivan battles Scott Armstrong. Gordon Solie gives his Starrcade predictions on WNN. The New Zealand Militia in action with manager Lord Littlebrook. Plus, 8-Man action at the Road Warriors & Steiners team up to take on The Cuban Assassin, Mike Awesome, Bob Cook, and THE IRON SHEIK RETURNS! Closing comments from the Steiners, the Roadies, and JR & Cornette give their Starrcade predictions! Plus, Woman wins WRESTLER of the week, find out why!
NWA WORLDWIDE 12/9/89 (01:24:08)
Tuxedo Terry and the Crispy Cruiser host the show with action featuring U.S. Champ Lex Luger, Tag Champs the Steiners, “Mad Dog” Buzz Sawyer, the Midnight Express, Sting battles “Galaxian” Danny Davis, and Ron Simmons takes on Johnny Rich. Interviews with the Roadies, Luger, and Ric Flair. Plus, it’s final Starrcade hype as Jim Ross, Kevin Sullivan, Terry Funk, Jim Cornette, and Joe Pedicino all talk Starrcade predictions.
NWA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING 12/9/89 (01:37:21)
Jim Ross & Kevin Sullivan host action involving the Steiners, SST, Sting, Z-Man, Doom, Dynamic Dudes, Lex Luger, Buzz Sawyer, Great Muta, and Kendall Windham returns! Promos from the likes of the Roadies, Teddy Long, Sting, Doom, Buzz Sawyer & Gary Hart. Teddy Long puts a $350 Bounty in “Mostly American Dollars” on the head of Norman, and the Cuban Assassin is the first man up for the challenge. Jim Cornette tells a funny Johnny Ace story. Tommy Rich meets Capt. Mike Rotunda in what winds up being referee Tommy Young’s final match due to a severe neck injury during the bout. It’s the Midnight Express’ $10,000 Triple Challenge, but can the MX outlast the likes of… Bruce Wayne & Dick Grayson? I smell an angle there! PLUS, Ric Flair’s big surprise is out of the bag when ARN ANDERSON makes his RETURN TO THE NWA as he aids Ric Flair & Ole Anderson in a fight with J-Tex. All of that, and we hear from the rechristened FOUR HORSEMEN!
NWA MAIN EVENT 12/10/89 (02:05:42)
NWA Tag Team Champions the Steiners defend against the SST. The Midnight Express have their hands full with Johnny Rich and the mysterious Stargazer. Plus, Kendall Windham takes on Powerhouse Tim Parker, and Lex Luger has some final words before Starrcade!
EVEN MORE NWA NEWS (02:10:29)
We discuss another weekend of TV ratings in the NWA. Plus, Samu is suspended, and the NWA receives a cease and desist from Bob Segar!
It’s all the final build to the NWA Starrcade ’89 “FUTURE SHOCK” Watch-Along episode dropping next Wednesday!
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It's the fallout from Clash IX and the Funk vs. Flair "I Quit" Match as we move forward toward Starrcade '89 "Future Shock". It doesn't take long for Gary Hart to replace the Funker with "Mad Dog" Buzz Sawyer in the J-Tex Corporation. The Steiners become NEW NWA World Tag Team Champions. The November to Remember Dream Matches continue with Flair vs. Muta! Lord Littlebrook finds a team. Cornette and the Midnights return to the Darkside. LEE SCOTT GETS A WIN! Plus, we uncover more missing episodes of NWA TV!
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OCTOBER 1989 VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH (00:03:02)Oopsie, we forgot to announce our October ’89 VIP JOTM last week! Ray hands over the reins to co-host Steve Eckstat to make the final call this time around. Who will take home the trophy this time? Will Lee Scott gain yet another victory, or can the veteran Gene Ligon steal one this time around? NWA NOTES & NEWS (00:06:19)The NWA FINALLY gets a second World Tag Team Title belt to go along with the NEW Champions. Flyin’ Brian suffers an injury. This year's Starrcade undergoes major changes in the format. Sid Vicious is out with a punctured lung. There’s been a change in the return of Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard to the NWA. NWA Power Hour 11/17/89 (00:14:10)Buzz Sawyer Arrives in the NWA! Dick Murdoch challenges U.S. Champion Lex Luger in a Title rematch. World Tag Champions Freebirds vs. Flyin’ Brian & The Z-Man. Gordon Solie’s WNN, Plus, Jim Cornette HOSTS Fun’s Grill with Special Guests his Midnight Express. NWA Pro 11/18/89 Quick Results (00:31:22)TV Champion the Great Muta faces the challenge of Ranger Ross. Flyin Brian vs. The Italian Stallion. Plus, Flair, Sid Vicious, Buzz Sawyer, the Steiners, Kevin Sullivan, more! NWA Worldwide 11/18/89 (00:33:03)A promo heavy edition with words from the likes of the Freebirds, Brian Pillman & Z-Man, Ric Flair, Cornette & the Midnights, the Dynamic Dudes, Woman & Doom. Joe Pedicino Knows Starrcade. Lee Scott meets the Mad Dog Buzz Sawyer for his first of two encounters. Plus, action with the NEW Wild Samoans, Sting, and the Road Warriors. NWA World Championship Wrestling 11/18/89 (00:39:36)The Steiner Brothers defeat the Freebirds to become NEW NWA TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS! Six-Man action with the SST and Samoan Savage, plus more from the Skyscrapers, Ron Simmons of Doom, Buzz Sawyer, Kevin Sullivan, and Brian Pillman vs. Louie Spicolli. Promos from the Steiners, Doom & Woman, the Dudes, and the Birds. Plus, Kevin Sullivan explains his departure from Doom! NWA Main Event 11/19/89 (01:04:39)Sound bites galore with Cornette & the Midnights, Sting, Lex Luger, Gary Hart & Mr. J. Action involving the Z-Man, and Mad Dog Buzz Sawyer. We hear from World Champion Ric Flair. Sting & Flyin’ Brian take on the New Zealand Militia. Plus, Lord Littlebrook arrives in the NWA!
The Sting/Luger Debate
We break down and discuss the "What If?" scenarios leading into 1990. What if Lex had won at Starrcade? What if Sting hadn't gotten injured? What if Flair had dropped the belt to the Total Package? Very intriguing indeed!
NWA Power Hour 11/24/89 (01:25:06)
Action involving TV Champion The Great Muta. The Z-Man & Flyin’ Brian vs El Diablo & Cuban Assassin, World Champion Ric Flair vs. Capt. Mike Rotunda. Jim Ross proclaims that Lex Luger is THE man to beat! Gordon Solie hits another WNN out of the park! Hip, Hip Hooray, for Christmas Vacation! Plus, it’s Funks Grill as Terry Funk announces his “Retirement” from the ring and his move to color commentator on Worldwide Wrestling. NWA Worldwide 11/25/89 (01:40:16)U.S. Champion Lex Luger grants Flyin’ Brian one more title shot, but he has other plans in mind when he lures the Stinger to the ring! An Update on Starrcade. Action with Doom, the Roadies, and Buzz Sawyer. Plus, promos from Woman & Doom, Lex Luger, Buzz Sawyer & Gary Hart, World Champ Ric Flair, Sting & Flyin’ Brian NWA World Championship Wrestling 11/25/89 (01:47:31)What a way to end Dream Match month when NWA Champion Ric Flair takes on The Great Muta! Promos with Teddy Long, the Roadies, Lex Luger, the Steiners, Cornette & the Midnights, Buzz Sawyer & Gary Hart. Lord Littlebrook leads the New Zealand Militia into battle. Jim Ross interviews the Nature Boy. Action with all 3 Samoans, the Road Warriors, Doom, Sting, the Steiner Brothers, and Buzz Sawyer. Plus, LEE SCOTT GETS HIS FIRST WIN ALL YEAR over the Midnight Express but pays for it in the end! NWA Main Event 11/26/89 (02:08:45)Buzz Sawyer wrestles not one, but TWO matches back-to-back! More from Lex Luger, Sting, and Brian Pillman. Plus, a “Hot Stuff” ALERT as Eddie Gilbert GETS A WIN against the Cuban Assassin! NWA Ratings Peak For 1989! (02:14:24)The WCW Rating hits an all-time high for 1989 under the new booking committee of Ric Flair, Jim Cornette, and Kevin Sullivan.
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5 LETTERS, 2 WORDS... I QUIT!
It's our final Clash Watch-Along of 1989 so we're going to go out in style with the infamous Funk vs. Flair "I QUIT" Match! Another fun night of action as we invite you to come along on the journey of a great night of NWA action as the build to Starrcade '89 "Future Shock" begins!
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NWA Clash of the Champions IX "New York Knockout"
Troy, New York - RPI Fieldhouse - November 15, 1989
- NWA Tag Team Champions The Freebirds vs. The Road Warriors
- PWI Wrestler of the Decade & Most Popular of 1989 Awards Ceremony
- Doom vs. "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert & "Wildfire" Tommy Rich
- The Midnight Express vs. The Dynamic Dudes (Jim Cornette picks a side in the loudest pop of the night!)
- Steve "Dr. Death" Williams vs. The Super Destroyer
- The Steiner Brothers vs. The Skyscrapers
- U.S. Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger vs. Flyin' Brian
- I QUIT RULES: "Nature Boy" Ric Flair vs. Terry Funk
- All hell breaks loose to close the show as Sting, Muta, Luger, and others join in on a wild brawl!
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With Halloween Havoc in the books, we head into the first 2 weeks of November '89 as the NWA wastes no time building towards their next supercard – Clash of the Champions IX “New York Knockout”. Terry Funk and Ric Flair lay it all on the line as they discuss their upcoming “I QUIT” Match. The Steiners nearly kill a guy. Gordon Solie hits another home run. J-Tex unveils Mr. J. Ratings are on an upswing. Dr. Death vs. Sid Vicious! Norman finds a friend. A rare 4-Corner Elimination match in 1989! Woman has a good IDEAR. The THIRD Laurinaitis brother makes his debut. Plus, November begins “Dream Match” month…. But who’s the one doing the dreaming?
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NWA NOTES & NEWS (00:02:36)
- Da Meltz comments on Thunderdome
- We have NEWWWW NWA World Tag Team Champions!
- Lord Littlebrook arrives to save the Militia!
- EL GIGANTE SIGNS!
- House Shows are on an upswing
- Joe Pedicino spoils DOOM
- Dissension in J-Tex
- Starrcade ’89
- Fans are fooled by the name/date of Halloween Havoc
- Clash IX – I QUIT MATCH
NWA Power Hour 11/3/89 (00:14:31)
Ric Flair joins Terry Fun’s Grill to talk their upcoming “I Quit” Match at the Clash! It’s our very first “Dream Match” (that’s a stretch) for the November to Remember Dream Match Month, featuring Tag Champs the Freebirds defending against Tommy Rich & Ranger Ross. Dr. Death meets a Rude Dog. Plus, 6-Man action with the SST & Samoan Savage vs. Dick Murdoch, Scott Hall, and Eddie Gilbert!
NWA Pro 11/4/89 (00:24:55)
Lance Russell and Bob Caudle on the call with matches featuring the Road Warriors, Steiners, Sting, Dr. Death, The Freebirds, and more. Promos from Flyin’ Brian, Gary Hart, Terry Funk, Ric Flair, the Roadies, Skyscrapers & Teddy Long. Plus, we get a very early look at SOFTBALL Sid Vicious!
NWA Worldwide 11/4/89 (00:38:14)
A RARE 4-Corner Elimination Match for $5,000 headlines the show featuring “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert vs. Flyin’ Brian vs. Wild Bill Irwin vs. The Cuban Assassin! Promos from Gilbert, Pillman, Doom & Woman, Steiners, Terry Funk, and the Birds. Action with World Champion Ric Flair, Doom, and U.S. Champ Lex Luger vs. King Cobra. Plus, Gary Hart talks Mr. J’s revenge against America for the Hiroshima bombings… Jeeze
NWA World Championship Wrestling 11/4/89 (00:47:06)
More than a dozen matches on the program involving the likes of Sting, the Roadies, Flyin’ Brian, Steiners, Z-Man, Dr. Death, Tommy Rich, the Midnights, Muta, and the SST. Norman continues his teddy bear collection at the displeasure of Teddy Long. Doom makes a rare appearance with Kevin Sullivan as manager. Jim Ross talks with both Terry Funk and Ric Flair about their “I Quit” Match at the Clash. Promos from Teddy Long, Lex Luger, Kahuna Humperdink and his Samoans. We get our very first STARRCADE ’89 Ad! A disappointed Jim Cornette is CONTRACTUALLY OBLIGATED to appear at the Clash! In our next “Dream Match” (another stretch), The Cuban Assassin takes on Ranger Ross in a FLAG MATCH, but both are in for a very BIG surprise. All of that, plus, Woman has a Good IDEAR!
NWA Main Event 11/5/89 (01:25:45)
Flyin’ Bryan battles Capt. Mike Rotunda in the main event, with Lex Luger lurking around ringside. Plus, action with Doom, Eddie Gilbert, and more. The Birds talks the Roadies at Clash 9, and Jim Ross interviews Terry Funk & Ric Flair once more as they talk PRIDE and the upcoming “I Quit” Match.
Doom
NWA Ratings are on a rise! (01:31:23)
Things are looking up for the NWA as their TV ratings are on the rise for the first time in nearly a YEAR!
NWA Power Hour 11/10/89 (01:34:39)
Corny visits Disney Land… Sort of. Norman takes on Tommy Rich. Doom in action. Gordon Solie breaks down the Funk vs. Flair “I QUIT” Match as only he can. This week’s Funk’s Grill with more Gordon Solie! Plus, an excellent TV main event featuring U.S. Champion Lex Luger defending against Capt. Redneck, Dick Murdoch!
NWA Pro Quick Results 11/11/89 (01:53:!6)
Featuring the Dynamic Dudes, the Z-Man, the SST, Doom, Flyin’ Brian, and more
NWA Worldwide 11/11/89 (01:54:04)
In-ring action with World Champion Ric Flair, Dan Spivey, Norman, Tommy Rich, the Freebirds, and Flyin’ Brian battles the Cuban Assassin. Chris Cruise speaks with Terry Funk and Ric Flair. Promos from Brian Pillman, Lex Luger, Jimmy Garvin, Gary Hart & Mr. J. Jim Ross talks to the Road Warriors. Plus, the Steiner Brothers DESTROY poor Danny Marlowe!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 11/11/89 (02:10:35)
FINALLY, A REAL DREAM MATCH! WHEN DR. DEATH FACES BIG SID VICIOUS! Fun tag action when Sting teams with Flyin’ Brian to take on the State Patrol. Ric Flair meets Lee Scott, with Terry Funk standing by. In the second Dream Match of the night, the Italian Stallion replaces an injured Tommy Rich to take on The Great Muta for the TV Title in a surprisingly competitive encounter. Dr. Death has a present for Norman, and Teddy Long doesn’t approve. Interviews with Dr. Death, Woman, Lex Luger, and final words from Ric Flair before the Clash. Action with the likes of Ron Simmons of Doom, Norman, the Steiners, Z-Man, Samoan Savage, Midnight Express, Ranger Ross, and the SST. Plus, for those who are gluttons for punishment, Michael Hayes returns to do color commentary this week.
NWA Main Event 11/12/89 (02:31:31)
The new attitude Midnight Express take on Eddie Gilbert & Tommy Rich, with an unexpected appearance by Jim Cornette and the Dudes. Flyin’ Brian goes one-on-one with Freebirds Jimmy Garvin. And the Z-Man takes on legendary journeyman Pat Rose.
EVEN MORE NWA NEWS! (02:36:12)- The Roadies Re-sign!
- TV Ratings continue to climb!
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NEVER SAY DIE... ELECTRIFY!!! We've reached another milestone here on the Grenade with Episode 25, and we're just in time for another Watch-Along party as we close out the month of October '89 with the NWA's Halloween Havoc PPV.... featuring, THUNDERDOME!
Come join us for nearly 3 hours of action-packed excitement as we watch on the WWE Network. Or, kick back, relax, and listen as hosts Ray & Steve take you through the show. We even include some original audio entrances throughout the show so that you can go back in time and get the "real feel" of the show, and not that overdubbed Network music!
During the show, not only do we discuss what's going on in the PPV, but we talk PPV buy rates, the Pennsylvania State Athletic Commission and their new rules for wrestling, the Fire Marshall threatening to shut down the show when a pyro stunt goes wrong, Elvira, frugal Mike Rotunda, the brilliant booking of Cornette & Kevin Sullivan, Samoan wrestling history, how much the Philly fans HATE the Dudes, R.I.P. to Butch Reed, we fantasy re-book the Rich vs. Cuban segment of the show, we speculate what Bruno was thinking once he saw the cage lowered, plus Steve's neighbors have a few drinks too many!
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NWA HALLOWEEN HAVOC '89
10/28/89 - Philadelphia, PA
- The Z-Man (Tom Zenk) vs. Capt. Mike Rotunda
- The Midnight Express & Dr. Death vs. The Samoan Swat Team & Samoan Savage
- "Wildfire" Tommy Rich vs. The Cuban Assassin
- World Tag Champions The Freebirds vs. The Dynamic Dudes
- The Steiner Brothers vs. The Debut of DOOM (w/Woman)
- U.S. Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger vs. Flyin' Brian Pillman
- The Road Warriors vs. The SkyScrapers
- THUNDERDOME: Ric Flair & Sting (w/Ole Anderson) vs. Terry Funk & The Great Muta (w/Gary Hart) - Special Referee: Bruno Sammartino- All of that, plus interviews galore throughout the night conducted by Gordon Solie and Chris Cruise!
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It’s the final build to Halloween Havoc ’89, featuring THUNDERDOME!!! Sound bites are back in full effect as we cover the final two weeks of October '89 TV, and all of the news and notes leading into the PPV.
Some of this week's topics include... Chris Cruise making his NWA Debut. Oliver Humperdink is... the Big Kahuna? There's a new member of the SST. Kevin Sullivan gets yanked from the Doom stable. The outstanding booking of the Midnight Express/Dynamic Dudes storyline. OILY Anderson joins Funk's Grill. We get a look at the real-life Luchador who inspired Nacho Libre, Friar Tormenta. The Terminators confirm no liability as to their parts in Thunderdome. Plus, the Z-Man is ready for Halloween Ha-Vock!
Plus, Missy Hyatt chimes in again on the backstage politics that put a pause on her on-camera career, and we discuss the September '89 VIP Jobber of the month, and you won't believe whose name is announced!
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Shout-out to JIM CORNETTE and Latest News (00:00:30)
A special Shout-out segment to @TheJimCornette on Twitter for his engagement in some of our recent posts. Plus, hints to which promotion/era we’ll be doing next on the Grenade, and we’ve got a new Territory Podcast on the horizon!
MISSY HYATT SPEAKS!!! (00:12:55)
More Missy Hyatt news as she chimes in again on the politics in the NWA here in 89, Eddie Gilbert’s falling out with head booker Ric Flair, and how it got her pulled from TV as well. Missy discusses being told she was “fat” and sounded “too southern” for TV, and the complex she developed because of it. Miss Hyatt also speaks on the “coincidence” of being able to return to TV in 1990 after her divorce from Gilbert was finalized! Wow…
VIP Jobber of the Month – September ’89 (00:21:27)
This is going to be one of the most controversial Grenade decisions to date… And No, it’s NOT Lee Scott! And before you bite Ray’s head off for his choice this month, please listen to the reasoning behind the choice first.
NWA Power Hour 10/20/89 (00:25:44)
TV Champion The Great Muta defends against “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert. Ole (Oily) Anderson is the guest on Funk’s Grill. Jim Cornette alludes that there are issues between Stan Lane and Johnny Ace. Gordon Solie breaks down Lex vs. Pillman on WNN. Plus, action with the Steiners, and the Big Kahuna’s Samoan Savage.
NWA Pro 10/21/89 (00:37:08)
In a Thunderdome tune-up match Sting & Ric Flair team up to take on the State Patrol. Bob Caudle talks with Terry Funk & Gary Hart. Promos with the Steiners, Flair, Sting, Ole Anderson, and the Z-Man talks Halloween Ha-Vock! Action with Tag Champions the Freebirds, the Skyscrapers, the Steiners, and the Z-Man. Plus, a brief appearance on the show from the “Black Scorpion”, mwahaha.
NWA Worldwide 10/21/89 (00:51:50)
Chris Cruise makes his NWA debut as we see a loaded show! Action with Sting, the Steiners, Terry Funk, and U.S. Champion Lex Luger. Jim Ross interviews Gary Hart & Terry Funk. Flyin’ Brian talks the Total Package. Plus, Brian Pillman teams up with the Z-Man to take on the New Zealand Militia.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 10/21/89 (01:06:08)
No less than eleven matches stack this card, featuring the likes of the NEW Fantastics, the Z-Man, Sid Vicious in a handicap match, the Dudes, Norman, Tag Champion Freebirds, Mike Rotunda, Dr. Death, Flyin’ Brian, the Steiners, and U.S. Champion Lex Luger. The Dynamic Dudes find themselves in trouble when the Birds attack, and Cornette must call the calvary in the Midnight Express. Promos with Dr. Death, the Roadies, Teddy Long & Norman, the Birds, Funk & Hart, Lex Luger, Ric Flair, Sting, Ole Anderson, and the Z-Man talks more Halloween Ha-Vock! Plus, the angle continues between the Dudes and Midnights… Listen to how the Midnights respond in a tremendous post-match promo! BOBBY EATON SPEAKS, and shocks Cornette when he sides with Stan Lane!!! Great stuff!!!
NWA Main Event 10/22/89 (01:38:54)
As time ticks down to the Thunderdome, Gordon Solie interviews both sides… First, it’s Gordon with Funk & Gary Hart, then Flair and Ole Anderson respond. Tag action with the Skyscrapers. Sting takes on Wild Bill Irwin. Plus, we fantasize a Christmas Carol outcome with Ole Anderson as Scrooge.
NWA Power Hour 10/27/89 (01:48:19)
Road Warrior Animal battles Dan Spivey in a Captain's Match. The SST team with Samoan Savage vs. Scott Hall, Tommy Rich, & Richard Sartain. Terry Funk meets the Italian Stallion. Plus, Kevin Sullivan joins Terry Funk’s Grill to talk Doom, on the same day Jim Herd pulls Sullivan from the stable.
NWA Pro 10/28/89 (02:02:21)
Hear when happens when Lee Scott slaps Terry Funk! The Z-Man takes on Wild Bill Irwin. Bob Caudle gets finals words from Terry Funk and his Terminator, Gary Hart, prior to Thunderdome. Promos from Tommy Rich, the Steiners, and the Z-Man continues to shill Halloween Ha-Vock as only he can! Action with the Birds, the Midnights, and Stiiing! Jim Cornette finally spills the beans on the issues between Lane and Ace. Plus, we meet the REAL LIFE NACHO LIBRE, the man who inspired the movie, an interview with Friar Tormenta of Mexico.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 10/28/89 (02:20:02)
It’s the final build to Halloween Havoc as Jim Ross comes to us live via satellite to promote the PPV from Philly. Gordon Solie steps in for Ross as host this week with FOURTEEN MATCHES on this action-heavy episode of WCW featuring Sting vs. Italian Stallion, Flyin’ Brian, Dr. Death, the Steiners, Norman, the Skyscrapers, Z-Man, the SST, New Zealand Militia, Samoan Savage, the Midnights, Roadies, the Birds, and Ranger Ross! Final hype promos from Lex Luger, Dr. Death, Terry Funk, and Michael Hayes. Gordon Solie talks with Sting, Flair, and Ole Anderson. Woman has a final message for the Steiners before they meet their DOOM. We learn of the upcoming “November to Remember” Dream Match series. Plus, Jim Cornette learns that his two teams have signed on to meet EACH OTHER at the Clash!
NWA Main Event 10/28/89 (02:56:22)
It’s the highest-rated Main Event in 18 months, as NWA World Champion Ric Flair defends against Capt. Mike Rotunda in a solid main event. Plus, action with the Samoan Savage, and the Z-Man.
NWA News and Notes – October ’89 (03:02:42)
Tommy Rich suffers an injury at the hands of Lex Luger- a busted eardrum and 30 stitches! TV Ratings are on the rise! Plus, we have NEWWWW NWA World Tag Team Champions… Thank goodness for small favors!
This is it... All the final hype for the PPV as all roads lead to next week and Episode 25's Halloween Havoc '89... The Watch-Along!
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It’s been a wild two weeks with 4 funerals and a blizzard, but we were determined to keep this Podcast train a-rollin’. Ray was attending 4 separate funerals while Steve was able to sneak in a well-deserved mini-vacation with the family. When it was time to get back to recording, mother nature presented us with a snowstorm that wreaked havoc (or as Tom Zenk would say, “Ha-Vock”) on our internet connection. Bound and determined over the course of multiple days of recording (and thanks in part to an all-nighter of some solid editing skillz from yours truly :P ) we were able to get this puppy out right on time!
We’re on the road to the NWA’s Halloween Havoc ’89, featuring THUNDERDOME! Angles galore as we build to the PPV and beyond. Lex Luger has a crash landing when he meets Air Pillman. There’s dissension between Cornette’s teams of the Dudes and the Midnights. Kevin Sullivan is revealed as a member of Doom, for now! We say goodbye to Missy Hyatt for ’89 and the return of Hawk and Sting to the ring. The Z-Man has trouble pronouncing his words. Plus, Ric Flair names OLE ANDERSON as their designated Terminator for THUNDERDOME!!!
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NWA October ’89 Notes & News (00:02:40)
- We found a missing segment from Worldwide Wrestling from Sept 23rd!
- The Main Event for October 1st gets shaded by TBS
- Turner brass cracks down! We talk the edict of the NWA being informed that their shows containing physical violence, can no longer contain… physical violence… OR verbal threats during promos… Sorry Turner Execs but do you comprehend how wrestling works???
- We look at the October 8th OMNI card results featuring Sting vs. Gary Hart??? And Flair vs. Funk in an “I QUIT” Match
NWA Power Hour 10/6/89 (00:16:22)
Bear with Steve's brief audio interference (damn snowstorms!) as we are introduced to the infamous THUNDERDOME vignette, featuring Big Bully Busick!!! Plus, Woman joins Terry Funk’s Grill where the Funker has written her a song. The Z-Man in action. Road Warrior Animal vs. Jacko Victory. And, The Dudes vs. Cuban Assassin & Mike Rotunda (with Stan Lane on commentary doing a fantastic job of continuing the Dudes/MX storyline)
NWA Pro 10/7/89 (00:36:03)
World Champion Ric Flair takes on Dick Slater! The Freebirds attack the Midnights, and the Dudes come to make the save… But do the Midnights want the Dudes' help??? Action with Norman the Lunatic, the Steiners, and the Birds. Promos from Teddy Long, Road Warrior Animal, Lex Luger, Jim Cornette, Rick Steiner & Missy Hyatt. What does Joe Pedicino Know this week? Plus, a new Woman Vignette from her Parlor.
NWA Worldwide 10/7/89 (00:58:16)
Terry Funk cuts a spooky Halloween themed promo. Lex Luger talks Flyin’ Brian. Action with the Z-Man, the Steiners, the Midnights, the SkyScrapers. Plus we hear from Sting, Ric Flair, Cornette’s band of the Midnights, Dudes and Dr. Death, plus it’s official… Roadies vs. Scrapers at Havoc!!!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 10/7/89 (01:10:34)
This is night 2 of our recording and the internet was back in full swing at (01:22:45)
A LOADED SHOW!!! A star is born when Brian Pillman accepts Lex Luger’s Open Challenge, hear what happens when Lex first accepts, then postpones the match in a tremendous 3-segment arc over the course of the program that leads to Luger getting a little more than he bargained for. Ranger Ross takes on evil foreigner Cuban Assassin. Stan Lane has questions for Jim Cornette as the issues intensify. Teddy Long gets confused about what a contract signing is. Promos with Gary Hart, Woman, the Steiners w/Missy, Michael Hayes, Cornette, Flair, Funk, Animal & Ellering, and even the Dudes actually speak! Action with the likes of the Dudes, Tommy Rich, the Midnights, the Skyscrapers, Road Warrior Animal, Rick Steiner, and we learn the Z-Man is Tom Zenk. Plus, it’s the final appearance of Missy Hyatt in 1989. Missy, this BOINGS for you!
NWA Main Event 10/8/89 (01:44:55)
Dr. Death teams with the Midnights in 6-Man action. Terry Funk and Gary Hart hard sell the Omni and Thunderdome. The Steiners talk Doom as Scotty shows off his swollen-shut eye, but how did he REALLY get it??? Jim Ross interviews Woman, and By Gawd, she’s looking all the way live. Plus, the Skyscrapers take on “Wildfire” Tommy Rich & Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert.
NWA Power Hour 10/13/89 (01:58:26)
Hawk returns to action as the Road Warriors take on the New Zealand Militia. It’s Gordon Solie’s WNN as he talks Havoc, Strip Searches, and the THUNDERDOME... It’s Electric-Fying… Action with Ric Flair vs. Slater, Norman. Jim Cornette insults an entire island of people! Plus, it’s comedy hour in Funk’s Grill with guests The Steiner Brothers.
NWA Pro 10/14/89 (02:09:05)
Another tremendous episode of TV here when the Dudes team with the Midnights in an amazingly booked piece of their storyline. Woman unveils KEVIN SULLIVAN as a member of her stable!!! Action involving Lex Luger, the Z-Man, the Roadies, and Terry Funk teams with the Great Muta! Interviews with the Steiners, the Roadies, Jim Cornette, Pillman, Funk & Gary Hart. Z-Man talks Halloween HA-VOCK. Plus, Ric Flair & Sting reveal their TERMINATOR for Thunderdome and it’s a DOOZY!
NWA Worldwide 10/14/89 (02:29:38)
Jim Cornette talks the issues between the Midnights and the Dudes. The trio of Flair, Sting, and Pillman talk Halloween Havoc. Lex Luger has comments for Flyin’ Brian. The Steiners are ready for Doom. And another Scary Terry Funk promo. Action involving the Steiners, Animal, and the Midnights team with Dr. Death. Joe Pedicino… a sexist, or just sexless? Plus, Trent Knight hears his first (and last?) “WE WANT TRENT” chant!!!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 10/14/89 (02:36:47)
Another STACKED episode building up to Halloween Havoc… Lex Luger shines again this week in yet another 3-segment arc on the show. First, the U.S. Champ interrupts an instant replay call to talk trash on Brian Pillman. Then, during a Pillman squash, Lex can’t help but attack the man who humiliated him last week in what turns into a wild brawl. Finally, Gene Ligon gets his very first promo on NWA TV, and Lex Luger isn’t in the mood to hear it! Sting returns to the ring after an ankle injury! TV Champion the Great Muta vs. Fantastics’ Bobby Fulton. Jim Cornette shoots on the treatment of the NWA vs. MLB. Mike Rotunda faces the Italian Stallion. Action with Norman, Tommy Rich, the Z-Man, the Skyscrapers, Steiners, the Midnights team with Doc, and the Dudes in action with TWO Ace Crushers! Promos with the Roadies, Terry Funk, Gary Hart, Steiners, and Z-Man talks Ha-Vock. And, we have an Elvira sighting! Plus, Sting & Ric Flair introduce OLE ANDERSON as their Terminator for Thunderdome!
NWA Main Event 10/15/89 (03:01:25)
We couldn’t find the footage but we talk results when Dr. Death challenges Lex Luger for the U.S. Title in the main event, of the… Main Event!
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It’s all the fallout from the NWA’s Clash of the Champions 8 as we cover another 3 weeks of NWA goodness, including heavy coverage of the Ric Flair/Terry Funk suffocation angle. Robin Green becomes a WOMAN, Scott Steiner meets his DOOM, Paul E. is both kayfabe and shoot fired, the Roadies are destined for a battle with the SkyScrapers, plus has Jim Cornette lost his mind… advising the Dynamic Dudes??? All of that, and we hear from Lex Luger as he chimes in on the Grenade!
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LEX LUGER Replies to the Grenade! (00:02:21)We hear from the Total Package himself, Lex Luger @GenuineLexLuger on Twitter, after he viewed one of our recent Video Tweets (also available on our Youtube Channel!). We recently posted a match featuring Lex Luger vs. Ranger Ross in which Lex slips off the middle rope and lands right on the schnoz! Hear how the man himself Lex Luger responded to our post and our thoughts on the entire ordeal!
SHOUT OUT TO JIM ROSS! (00:09:23)
Special thanks again to Jim Ross @JRsBBQ on Twitter for responding to our post on his sell job when he sees Robin Green in her “Woman” outfit for the first time! NWA Notes & News (00:11:06) We talk Clash 8 Quick Results
TBS receives a flood of complaints after the suffocation angle
Roos Shoes
The New NWA Booking Committee, who’s in and who’s out?
Paul E. Dangerously is FIRED, plus other politics involving Hot Stuff & Hyatt
The Brain Busters give notice to the WWF!
NWA Pro 9/16/89 (00:36:57)
There’s no Power Hour due to the Braves Game so we kick things off this weekend with Pro! And what a pleasant surprise as the Pro Show looks to be chronologically caught up! Bob Caudle talks to Terry Funk and Gary Hart following the Funker’s dastardly act on Flair at the Clash. Action involving the likes of Norman, the Freebirds, the Steiners with Robin Green, and multi-time VIP JotM Mr. Lee Scott. The Roadies talk the Skyscrapers, the Midnights meet the State Patrol, and Flyin’ Brian teams up with Tommy Rich vs. Ron Simmons & The Cuban
NWA Worldwide 9/16/89 (00:58:05)
Gary Hart and Dick Slater talk the Clash and the attempted murder of Ric Flair, Yeesh! Flyin’ Brian in a rematch with Eddie Gilbert! The Dynamic Dudes WITH Jim Cornette face Randy Rose & The Cuban Assassin. Plus matches with the Midnights and the SkyScrapers. And, from the pages of the NWA Magazines… Here’s Update!?!?? Plus, say it ain’t so, Jim Cornette becomes the advisor to the Dynamic Dudes? WHAT IS HAPPENING!!??!!?
NWA World Championship Wrestling 9/16/89 (01:13:52)
Jim Cornette joins Jim Ross as the new cohost of the program. Terry Funk is fined $100,000 and suspended indefinitely for his actions at the Clash! Hear how the Funker responds! Eddie Gilbert issues a challenge to Brian Pillman for a rematch next week. Congratulations are in order for Rhubarb Jones! We go old school when Tommy Rich takes on Dick Murdoch. Tons of action involving Ron Simmons, the Dudes, the Midnights, Flyin’ Brian, the SkyScrapers, the Z-Man makes his Center Stage debut vs. Mike Awesome, and the Steiner Brothers in individual competition. And we’ll hear from Lex Luger, Tommy Rich, Jim Cornette, Ron Simmons, plus Scott Steiner and Woman give their take on the “trip” from The Clash. Plus, it’s the FINAL episode of the Danger Zone as Paul E. Dangerously is FIRED at this taping for going “off-script”.
NWA Main Event 9/17/89 (01:53:09)
A special syndicated version of the show hosted by Lance Russell and the recently departed (from the company) Paul E. Dangerously. The main event of the Main Event sees a wily one when Dick Slater takes on Bobby Eaton. Plus, the State Patrol vs. Lee Scott & Agent Steel. and the Dynamic Dudes are back in action with advisor Jim Cornette. And we’ll hear from both sides of the suffocation angle as Gary Hart & Dick Slater comment before we hear a reply from Flyin’ Brian and the Nature Boy himself!
NWA Power Hour 9/22/89 (01:59:35)
NWA World Tag Champs the Birds meet the NEW Fantastics! Gordon Solie reveals a ridiculous twist in the Terry Funk suspension when he announces that Funk can’t wrestle but he can still appear on TV… WTF? Rick Steiner battles Norman the Lunatic in a fun one! The SUSPENDED Terry Funk can still host Funk’s Grill, and his guest this week is manager Gary Hart. Plus, Ranger Ross steps in the ring, and the Funker reminds kids not to attempt suffocating their siblings at home.
NWA Pro 9/23/89 (02:10:52)
Stan Lane goes one on one with Michael Hayes, Bob Caudle talks to Flyin’ Brian & Ric Flair. We hear from Lex Luger and Tommy Rich. More Clash fallout. Ron Simmons meets a Ding Dong. Plus, Terry Funk headed to a town near you…. Even though he’s suspended???
NWA Worldwide 9/23/89 (02:16:55)
Robin Green shows her true colors when her DOOM attack Scott Steiner on the streets! Dick Slater teams with the Great Muta to take on two unfortunate souls. U.S. Champ Lex Luger has a fun match with Lee Scott. A message from Jimmy Garvin, yeah-yeah-yeah. Ric Flair cuts his typical great promo, looking for revenge on Terry Funk. Plus, the Dynamic Dudes are back for revenge when they’re ADVISED by Jim Cornette as they take on the New Zealand Militia accompanied by Paul E. Dangerously, in Paul’s last appearance here in 1989. And in a special update, Gordon Solie announces the reinstatement of Terry Funk (THAT WAS FAST!) as Ric Flair paid his fine! Whoa!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 9/23/89 (02:39:54)
Flyin’ Brian battled Eddie Gilbert in their WCW Rematch. The Great Muta in handicap action. Matches involving Lex Luger, the Dudes, and the Z-Man locks in the… Z-LOCK? We’ll also hear from Gary Hart, Ric Flair, and Lex Luger issues an Open Challenge for his United States Title.
NWA Main Event 9/24/89 (02:49:40)
Another syndicated version of the Main Event with Lance Russell hosting solo now that Paul E is gone. Lots of replay action but with one new twist… Lance Russell is on the call! That’s worth the price alone!
NWA Power Hour 9/29/89 (02:51:56)
Gordon Solie talks Flair/Funk, the new Robin Green, and the WWF’s Jake Roberts! It’s Funk’s Grill with guest once again, Gary Hart as they continue to push the feud with Ric Flair! Plus, Dick Murdoch battles the Great Muta in a solid TV main event!
NWA Pro 9/30/89 (02:59:33)
She is WOMAN, hear her roar! Jim Cornette gets the Dynamic Dudes a match with World Tag Champs the Freebirds. Teddy Long renames the Road Warriors. Action with Dick Murdoch, Tommy Rich, and the SkyScrapers. Lex Luger says he’s become bigger than the sport itself... Oh, brother. Plus, Dick Slater calls out Ric Flair for a wild match to close the show!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 9/30/89 (03:16:32)
ELVIRA HAS ARRIVED! Is there dissension in Camp Cornette? See how the Midnights respond to the Dudes getting the title shot at Havoc! Dick Murdoch battles Dan Spivey. More of Woman! Promos with Animal, Flyin’ Brian, and Lex Luger warns Jim Ross about the bass in his voice! Action with World Champion Ric Flair, Road Warrior Animal, the Dudes, Flyin’ Brian, and the Steiners. Ray tells Steve how Scott Steiner REALLY got his swollen black eye! You won’t believe it… or maybe you will! Plus, Bruno Sammartino is coming to the NWA… Say Whaaaaaa?
NWA Main Event 10/1/89 (Syndicated Quick Results) (03:35:22)
Quick Results from syndication, mostly replays. No Main Event on TBS due to the final Atlanta Braves game of the season. Hopefully, things pick back up for the Main Event moving forward with the Braves done for the year.
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We head into September '89 in the NWA with the Sting & Flair vs. J-Tex feud headlining the upcoming Clash 8 card. Plus, Syndication is all out of whack as segments on NWA Pro seem to be WEEKS BEHIND. Meanwhile, over on World Wide, the NWA reaches another new low when they air promos meant to be shown AFTER the Clash with several of the wrestlers giving away the finishes to the Clash 8 matches… THAT HAVEN’T HAPPENED YET! Oh, NWA.
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AUGUST ’89 VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH (00:04:24)
Who will take home the August ’89 VIP JOTM Trophy? Is there even a doubt?!?
RIP STEVE CASEY (00:08:08)
We touch on the recent passing of 1989 NWA Competitor Steve Sasser (AKA Steve Casey/Stave Dane). You can listen to our full salute to the career of Steve Casey here at our WCNN report of his passing https://wrestlecopia.com/wcnn/wcnn-steve-casey-dane/
NWA Power Hour 9/1/89 (00:10:57)
We kick off Labor Day weekend as The Road Warriors invade Funk’s Grill, Gordon Solie talks the Clash, Jim Cornette ribs poor Joe Pedicino, Tommy Rich vs. Wild Bill Irwin, the Cuban Assassin takes on a Ding Dong, and STING VS. THE GREAT MUTA headline the program!!! Plus, KLONDIKE BILL MAKES AN APPEARANCE!!!
NWA Pro 9/2/89 (00:31:07)
The syndication issues reach an all-time low as we try to figure out how far BEHIND the current product Pro is and how far AHEAD WorldWide is. Because NWA, UGH. World Champion Ric Flair battles the Cuban Assassin, the SST launch Lee Scott into orbit AGAIN, Lance Russell names the enzuigiri, plus action with the Freebirds, the Midnights, the Steiners, Flyin’ Brian, and Pedicino Knows has overstayed it’s welcome. We relive Rick Steiner and Robin Green’s first date at the Atlanta Zoo. What a B*tch! Terry Funk talks, and we talk a fantasy 3 Horsemen. Plus, Dave Meltzer loses his mind when ROLLERGAMES RETURNS TO TV!
NWA World Wide Wrestling 9/2/89 (56:33)
As far behind as the Pro show is, Worldwide is a week ahead of the current product and it’s making things really hard to keep track of. Darn you NWA! World Champion Ric Flair defends against Wild Bill Irwin, plus action with the Birds, the Steiners, the Roadies, and Sid. What a lineup! Plus, interviews from Teddy Long, Terry Funk & Gary Hart, the Birds, Flair & Pillman, and Lex Luger says he’s bigger than the U.S. title.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 9/2/89 (01:14:17)
The Braves run long as we join this episode of WCW in progress, but just in time for a Tommy Rich match! Wahoo McDaniel joins commentary for action with the SST, Dan Spivey, the Birds and Promos from the Steiners, Ric Flair, Sting, Road Warriors, Michael Hayes, Tommy Rich’s insults on the mic are about as effective as his offense in the ring. Plus, Music Videos galore, including the infamous Dynamic Dudes Jazzersizing video!
NWA Main Event 9/3/89 (01:25:42)
It’s ARMBAR MANIA as “Wildfire” Tommy Rich takes on Ron Simmons in a match that goes on forever.. and ever… and ever… Just ask Steve!
NWA Power Hour 9/8/89 (01:29:13)
It’s a monster 8-Man Tag Main Event with the Steiners teaming with the Roadies to take on the SST & The Freebirds. J-Tex joins Funk’s Grill. Gordon Solie talks the Clash. Jim Cornette roasts Jim Ross and his Sooners. Action with Flyin’ Brian & Tommy Rich. Plus, U.S. Champion Lex Luger vs. Ranger Ross coming to Twitter: watch as the Total Package slips off the middle rope and takes a nosedive to the mat! RIGHT IN THE SCHNOZ!
NWA Syndicated Issues (01:40:55)
The syndication timeline woes continue. Even though NWA Pro for 9/9 is MIA, we discuss once more how behind the times the program is and what exactly is going wrong behind the scenes with the NWA production staff.
NWA World Wide Wrestling 9/9/89 (01:42:47)
Okay, NOW the NWA hits an all-time low when they air Post Match Promos discussing results from Clash 8…. BEFORE THE CLASH HAPPENS!!! First, Jim Ross interviews Robin Green about her interference at the Clash, THAT HASN’T HAPPENED YET! Then, Terry Funk & Gary Hart discuss their dastardly attack on Ric Flair at the Clash, THAT ALSO HASN’T HAPPENED YET!!! Plus, the Midnights vs. The Militia, and more with the Skyscrapers, Flyin’ Brian, the Roadies, Lex Luger, and Tommy Rich. Plus, the Fan’s Man Joe Pedicino smells cheeseburgers… and dissension between Missy Hyatt & Robin Green.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 9/9/89 (02:04:56)
Until now, it was thought that only 15 minutes of this show existed… but no more! It’s here, the full 2 HOUR VERSION of the September 9th WCW program! Wahoo McDaniel joins for commentary once more as we see Ranger Ross vs. Bill Irwin, Flyin Brian takes on Eddie Gilbert, the battle of the Mikes with Capt. Mike Rotunda vs. future star Mike Awesome, and a candidate for worst match of the year as Sid Vicious meets Scott Hall. The Z-Man is coming 9/12/89! There’s a new TV Champion and his name is Muta. We’re gifted an encore presentation of the NEW Robin Green vignette. Squashes galore with the Birds, the Steiners, the Midnights, and U.S. Champ Lex Luger. Clash 8 hype to the tune of Feud Video packages, plus College Football breaks with Craig Sager, and the AMERICAN GLADIATORS are coming so check your local listings! But that’s not all, RARE audio of promos including The J-Tex Corporation, Lex Luger, Teddy Long & his Skyscrapers, Gordon Solie talks the Clash, and Ric Flair & Sting join the Danger Zone. Listen as Flair buries Paul E. shortly before firing him in real life, #politics. Plus, listen as host Ray Russell shares a Z-MAN STORY you won’t want to miss!!!
NWA Main Event 9/10/89 (02:47:45)
It’s the rematch we never knew we needed when we witness ARMBAR MANIA 2 – this time Tommy Rich teams with “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert to take on the Sheik’s Army of Ron Simmons and The Cuban Assassin. Plus, the final countdown to Clash 8 “Fall Brawl”.
This all takes us to the Clash of the Champions 8 “Fall Brawl” on Sept. 12, 1989. The Clash 8 he Watch-Along is also now available at Episode 19 of the Wrestling Memory Grenade!
Enjoy the fun with Episode 21 and come back next week when we knock out THREE WEEKS of NWA ’89 goodness to close out the month of September in what is sure to be an ultra-mega-mass edition of the show!
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Don’t adjust your browsers, this is VERY Special Holiday Edition of the Wrestling Memory Grenade! In light of the NEW YEAR (Happy 2021!) and it being Rumble season and all, the boys from the Grenade are gifting everyone a very special ROYAL RUMBLE WATCH-ALONG edition of the Grenade this week with the 1996 WWF Royal Rumble PPV from the WWE Network!
In reality, we’ve managed to track down episodes of NWA TV for the month of September 1989 that were thought to be missing forever up until now, including an episode of the NWA Main Event and a complete 2-Hour edition of NWA World Championship Wrestling for Sept. 9, but more on that next week when we resume the NWA ’89 Timeline…
While we take an extra week to view and take notes on the newly found NWA footage, we figured this special 20th episode of the Podcast would be a great time to bring all of our WrestleCopia brand projects together under one umbrella for one week only.
Not only does Royal Rumble ’96 coincide with our current discussions over at the weekly Monday Warfare Podcast (follow us on Twitter @MondayWarfare) where we break down and discuss the entire history of the Monday Night War, but it also gives everyone just a small taste of what we have to offer as part of our Watch-Along Series over at Patreon.com/WrestleCopia
Right now you can subscribe to our All-Access Tier for ONLY $5 over at Patreon.com/WrestleCopia and on top of several other benefits that tier also includes our entire library in our WATCH-ALONG SERIES which includes Coliseum Video Releases, Saturday Night’s Main Event, Clash of the Champions, and of course all other WCW and WWF PPV’s that take place throughout the course of the Monday Night War. They’re great complementary pieces that you can Watch OR Listen along to as you follow the Monday Warfare show. All of that plus more random Watch-Alongs are going up all the time!
Some of the recent Watch-Along events we’ve posted over at our Patreon account include the WWF’s Survivor Series ’95 and In Your House Dec. 95 PPVs, and on the WCW side most recently added include Halloween Havoc, World War 3, and Starrcade ’95, with Clash of the Champions January ’96 dropping soon!
But for this week we decided to give everyone a taste of our Watch-Along series by bringing the Royal Rumble to our flagship show, the Grenade.
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The Lineup is below!
Before we kick the Rumble PPV Watch-Along off in grand fashion, we go back in time to the WWF’s very first “FREE FOR ALL” Preshow and give that a watch as well! We hear from the returning Jake Roberts, the debuting Vader, plus HHH battles Duke “The Dumpster” Droese to determine who enters the Rumble match at #1 and who will get the coveted #30 spot!
Then it’s on to the main course, the 9th annual spectacle known as the Royal Rumble, featuring…
WWF ROYAL RUMBLE 1996
- Ahmed Johnson vs. “Double J” Jeff Jarrett
- WWF Tag Team Champs The Smoking Gunns vs. The Body Donnas (w/Sunny)
- Intercontinental Champion Razor Ramon vs. Goldust (w/Marlena)
- The 30-Man Royal Rumble Match featuring Shawn Michaels, Vader, Yokozuna, Diesel, Jake “The Snake” Roberts, “Ringmaster” Steve Austin, Owen Hart, The British Bulldog, Marty Jannetty, HHH, Henry Godwinn, 1-2-3 Kid, Bob Backlund, Jerry Lawler, Bob Holly, King Mabel, Dory Funk Jr., Savio Vega, All Japan’s Takao Omori, The Squat Team, USWA’s Doug Gilbert, Hakushi, Tatanka, Aldo Montoya, Kama, Barry Horowitz, Fatu, Isaac Yankem, & Duke “The Dumpster” Droese
- WWF Heavyweight Champion Bret “Hitman” Hart vs. The Undertaker
- ROYAL RUMBLE PLUS+ - Post PPV interviews with Gorilla Monsoon, Shawn Michaels, Diesel, The Undertaker, and more!
Listen to all the memories and fun as Ray and Steve relive an entire day of action from their youth. Next week it’s right back to the NWA 1989 grind, but for this week, it’s time for the Rumble… It’s time for the RRROYAL RRUMMBLLLLEEE!!!!!!
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It’s a very special Ho-Ho-Holiday edition of the Grenade! As an early Christmas present if you will, this week Ray and Steve treat everyone with the gift of a WATCH-ALONG for the holiday season. The week, for your listening pleasure, the boys from the Grenade cue up the WWE Network for a viewing (listening?) of the NWA’s Clash of the Champions 8 “Fall Brawl” event from Sept. 12, 1989. The first big event booked by new head booker Ric Flair!
So kick back, relax, cue up the Network, or just have fun listening to Ray and Steve discuss the show as it plays out. Scheduled for the card includes Funk & Muta vs. Sting & Flair, the SST vs. The Roadies, World Tag Champs the Birds defend against the Steiners, Sid murders another victim, the DEBUT of the Z-MAN, and much more!
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NWA CLASH OF THE CHAMPIONS 8 “FALL BRAWL”
9/12/1989
- The Road Warriors vs. The SST
- The Z-Man DEBUTS vs. The Cuban Assassin
- Sid Vicious vs. Ranger Ross
- World Tag Champions The Freebirds vs. The Steiner Brothers
- Flyin’ Brian Pillman vs. Norman the Lunatic
- “Dr. Death” Steve Williams vs. Capt. Mike Rotunda
- U.S. Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger vs. “Wildfire” Tommy Rich
- Sting & “Nature Boy” Ric Flair vs. The Great Muta &… Dick Slater???
- Plus, Terry Funk tries to murder someone!
- We talk all about the show, the action in the ring, the news behind the scenes, plus a variety of other topics and fun!
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We close out the month of August ’89 in the NWA as Ric Flair gets named the new head booker, but things are anything but smooth sailing for the Nature Boy! Production issues and continuity continue to be major issues within the company when the NWA and TBS air the WRONG episode of World Championship Wrestling… You can’t make this stuff up!
Plus, we talk rare episodes of Germany’s NWA TV program “Catch Up”, the Skyscrapers permanently eliminate a team from the Tag Division, and Sid Vicious tries to do it again to poor Lee Scott. Poor… Poor… Lee Scott. Dick Slater joins J-Tex. The Iron Sheik introduces his short’-lived stable when he speaks with “Intelligent Jew American” Paul E. Dangerously on the Danger Zone. We get out first look at the NEW Robin Green. And Gary Hart REALLY hates Cleveland!
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WRESTLECOPIA BRAND NEWS (00:04:56)What’s the latest in the world of the WrestleCopia Podcast Network? We talk upcoming episodes and new shows coming to WrestleCopia.com in the upcoming weeks!
Monday Warfare: The Battled Within (00:06:42)
It was the WWF vs. WCW. Raw vs. Nitro. The Monday Night War. The Ratings War. The nWo. The Attitude Era. We break it all down from episode reviews to backstage news, to those ever-important TV ratings! Listen to our sister program Monday Warfare NOW! Available on most podcast streaming apps!
THE RETRO NETWORK (00:07:24)
Just in time for the holidays, Jason, Mickey, and the crew are working diligently over at TheRetroNetwork.com to bring you all the holiday cheer you could ask for… and then some!
NWA Power Hour 8/18/89 (00:08:42)
Big names compete throughout the episode as United States Champion Lex Luger battles “Wildfire” Tommy Rich. NWA World Champion Ric Flair takes on The Cuban Assassin. Sting vs. Ron Simmons in a fun, competitive match. Plus, that wacky Norman is a guest on Terry Funk’s Grill yet again.
NWA Pro 8/19/89 (00:24:48)
We finish up the NWA’s Tapings from Baton Rouge as Terry Funk takes on Big Scott Hall in a rematch from Amarillo. Dr. Death faces Mike Rotunda in a NO DQ Match in their Best of 3 Series. It’s death and destruction as we’re introduced to a SKYSCRAPERS MUSIC VIDEO! Plus, action with Sting, the Freebirds, and the Midnight Express.
NWA Worldwide 8/19/89 (00:39:21)
New tapings begin, emanating from Cleveland, OH featuring World Tag Team Title action with the Freebirds meeting The Steiner Brothers. The Great Muta faces Big Scott Hall. Action with the Midnights, SST, Brad Armstrong, Tommy Rich. Plus, who is the A&W Cream Soda Tag Team Kings of the Slam? And, Gary Hart REALLY hates Cleveland!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 8/19/89 (00:01:26)
Or… Maybe Not… In the biggest example of WCW being WCW, the company reaches an all-time low. It’s the biggest faux pas in company history, and that covers a lot of ground… instead of airing the show taped for 8/19, the NWA winds up accidentally airing the episode of WCW from 3 weeks prior on 7/29!!! By the time they realized the mistake and found the correct tape, WCW had been off the air for 45 minutes. We discuss the ludicrousy of it all here.
NWA BONUS MATCHES FROM BATON ROUGE! - Taped 8/1/89 (01:04:51)
Rare matches, aired of Germany’s “Catch-Up” Program featuring matches never aired in the United States from the Baton Rouge TV Taping. The Steiner Brothers do battle with Ron Simmons and Frogman LeBlanc, with a cameo from the Iron Sheik. And Big Scott Hall takes on ”Chopper” Steve Casey (RIP) in a battle of babyfaces.
NWA Main Event 8/19/89 (01:11:02)
World Tag Team Champions The Freebirds defend against the Midnight Express. It’s the DEBUT of the State Patrol. Scott Hall & Ranger Ross team up to take on the New Zealand Militia. Plus, Rick Steiner takes Robin Green on a date to the Atlanta Zoo.
NWA Power Hour 8/25/89 (01:22:53)
United States Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger defends against Brad Armstrong. Tommy Rich takes on The Cuban Assassin. And Brian Pillman finishes up action in the ring before joining Terry Funk as a guest of Funk’s Grill. It’s too bad Norman is waiting for Flyin’ Brian. Plus, there’s a new Top 10 and it’s WNN as Gordon Solie talks Mike Tyson, Jake “The Snake” Roberts, and the mysterious Z-Man!
NWA Worldwide 8/26/89 (01:40:04)
NWA World Champion Ric Flair squares off against Brad Armstrong. The Skyscrapers obliterate the Ding Dongs, destroying them in a match before removing their masks and putting an end to the gimmick in a fitting fashion. The Steiner Brothers meet The State Patrol. We get out first look at the NEW-look Robin Green hours before the vignette airs which actually explains the angle. Oh WCW, you never disappoint. Action with Sting and Flyin’ Brian, Interviews with the likes of Tommy Rich, the Birds, Terry Funk, Gary Hart, Jim Cornette, and the Steiners. Who will be crowned the A&W Cream Soda Singles King of the Slam? Plus, Terry Funk delivers a neck-breaking piledriver to Lee Scott, and that’s not even the worst thing that happens to Lee this weekend!
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NWA World Championship Wrestling 8/26/89 (02:07:10)
Jim Cornette joins Jim Ross for hosting duties tonight! We talk Dick Slater beating up a rookie Sting in the UWF. Sting battles Dick Slater in a wild main event that sees interference from Muta, Funk, Flair, and PILLMAN? Plus, Ric Flair “breaks” the arm of Dick Slater during the wild melee. Rick Steiner meets the NEW Robin Green. The SST battle the FORMER Ding Dongs tag team. Ron Simmons and The Iron Sheik are guests of the Danger Zone, hosted by “Intelligent Jew American” Paul E. Dangerously. Brad Armstrong vs. Cuban Assassin. A fan writes in defending the heel Lex Luger to Jim Ross, see how the Total Package responds. We get a Terry Funk video package. Action involving the Midnights, the SkyScrapers, Tommy Rich, The Freebirds, Dr. Death, Flyin’ Brian, and the Steiners. We hear from the likes of Jim Cornette, Dick Slater, Gary Hart, Doc, World Champion Ric Flair, and more. Plus, THE Z-MAN IS COMING!!!
NWA Main Event 8/27/89 (03:02:41)TB-YES! Sid Vicious murders Poor Lee Scott. Poor…. Poor… Lee Scott. Tommy Rich teams with “Hot Stuff’ Eddie Gilbert to take on the Iron Sheik’s new tandem of Ron Simmons and The Cuban Assassin. And in the main event, it’s “Beautiful” Bobby Eaton battling Jimmy Garvin of the Freebirds.
We cover all of these shows and so much more in between as we discuss and breakdown everything going on and have some fun in the process!
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It’s a news heavy episode of the Grenade this week as we talk Ric Flair as the new booker of the NWA, Jim Cornette chimes in on the SkyScrapers/Mike Blackwell shoot situation, Missy Hyatt talks being misted by the Great Muta, and the NWA politics that led to her being removed from TV. We also look at more names headed into the company, unanswered questions about the Bash in the Omni, and just who is the July ’89 VIP Jobber of the Month? It’s a full hour of NWA news to kick off the show this week!
From there we move into the weekend of August 12, 1989 and dissect all 5 episodes of NWA TV for the weekend featuring the Doc vs. Rotunda Scientific Challenge Series, Muta vs. Gilbert in a NO DQ Match, Johnny Ace suffers an injury, and the production issues continue to cause mass confusion!
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More on the Skyscrapers/Mike Blackwell Shoot Situation (00:01:12)
We look more in-depth at the infamous SkyScrapers vs. Mike Blackwell/Avalanche match from last week’s episode. Just who was Mike Blackwell? Listen to this episode to find out!
Special thanks to @TheJimCornette on Twitter for chiming in and adding a little insight on the situation and what went on backstage after the mayhem in the ring. Also, a special thanks to the Hannibal Channel on Youtube for an excerpt of a Dan Spivey shoot interview discussing the fallout. It wasn’t disappointing!
Missy Hyatt Talks The Great Muta, Eddie Gilbert, and Politics in the NWA (00:05:29)
Special thanks once again to @MissyHyatt on Twitter as she talks being misted TWICE by the Great Muta, the abrupt ending to the Muta/Eddie Gilbert feud, and reuniting with Muta nearly 30 years later and receiving a special gift. Was she misted a THIRD TIME? From there, Missy also talks the Politics within the NWA, Eddie Gilbert being demoted both on and off-screen, and Missy herself being removed from TV for “gaining too much weight”. GET REAL NWA!
Missy is truly underappreciated for her knowledge and memory of this time period in the business and doesn’t get nearly enough respect.
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Host Ray Russell Announces MAGAZINE MONDAY (00:15:49)
Ray went deep diving into his storage room and pulled out bins of decades-old News Clippings, Magazines, Articles, Ads, Programs, and so much more. The collection dates back to at least the 1930s and Ray plans to slowly share his collection of rare nostalgia and fond memories with you via Twitter and our upcoming Youtube launch!
NWA VIP Jobber of the Month (00:18:08)
This week we take a look at the NWA’s July ’89 VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH. Any guesses as to who walked away with this title… AGAIN???
We also discuss the miserable time the boys of the NWA had working with what appeared to be (at times) some of the untrained or half-trained job guys throughout the Louisiana and Texas Tapings.
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NWA Pro Results for 8/5/89 (00:27:23)
We couldn’t find the footage in time for last week’s episode of the Grenade, but we did find detailed results of the program, and we share those with you this week. Featuring Match #1 in the Dr. Death vs. Rotunda Scientific Series.
The Omni Bash Revisited (00:31:14)As promised, Ray did some research and came up with some better answers for some of the unanswered questions last week in regards to the final night of the 1989 Bash Tour that culminated at the Omni. What was the legit figure in regards to crowd attendance? Why did Sting miss the TV Title Match with the Great Muta? We follow up on last week’s questions right here!
There’s a NEW BOOKER in Town. WOOOO! (00:35:32)With record-low TV Ratings and attendance at the house shows un the toilet, in steps the Nature Boy as the “Ultimate Decision Maker” as far as creative goes. Hear the story of just how Ric Flair came to be booker. Talent Comings and Goings (00:43:16) There’s even more new talent headed into the promotion, a few on their way out, and a new Iron Sheik-led faction in town that just may rival the Four Horsemen…. Or not! We talk negations, tryouts, who got hired, who didn’t, and the demise of the Ding Dongs… We have a lot of fun here talking Ron Simmons keeping it real, Iron Sheik impressions, John Nord’s interpretation of the business, the masked Mr. Z, Kamala II, and Dick Slater as Terry Funk V2.0.
After realizing how deep we were into the show, Ray calls an audible and elects to cover just one week of NWA TV this week for the sake of quality over quantity!
And with the Power Hour on Saturday Night this week, we kick things off with…
NWA Pro 8/12/89 (01:02:45)
It’s Match #2 in the Scientific Series between Dr. Death & Mike Rotunda. Can the Doc tie things up at 1 fall a piece? Flyin’ Brian takes on Norman the Lunatic, a match in which Pillman may win the battle but not necessarily the war. The New Zealand Militia mean business as they take on the Dynamic Dudes and break the cheekbone of Johnny Ace! Fun squashes with the Roadies and the Great Muta. The Steiners face Ron Simmons & The Bounty Hunter. Lex Luger is NUMERO UNO BABY! We discuss at length the production issues going on right now in the NWA. Plus, the Iron Sheik has some word for co-host Steve at (01:13:38).
NWA Worldwide 8/12/89 (01:31:52)
In an angle that sets up the main event, The Freebirds show Rick Steiner what Brotherhood is all about. Then, later in the program, it’s the Steiner Brothers vs. World Champions The Freebirds in non-title action. Squashes with Norman and the Roadies. Tommy Rich teams with Flyin’ Brian to take on Ron Simmons & Cruel Connection. Plus, we hear briefly from “The Iron Sheik” again.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 8/12/89 (01:58:04)It’s our first 2-HOUR edition of WCW in quite a while! It’s Dr. Death vs. Mike Rotunda in a match in the middle of the Scientific Series… that isn’t part of the scientific series??!?!? We get out very first Flyin’ Brian Promo as he challenges Norman to a rematch, how will Teddy Long respond? Sid Vicious sends “Chopper” Steve Casey out of the NWA. The Danger Zone with guest Capt. Mike Rotunda. In-ring action with Ron Simmons, Brian Pillman, the Midnight Express, World Champion Freebirds, Ranger Ross, Tommy Rich, the New Zealand Militia, and the Steiner Brothers. Promos galore with the likes of Lex Luger, Sting, Ric Flair, the Roadies, Cornette & the Midnights, Paul E., the Steiners, the Birds, Gary Hart, and Terry Funk explains the one thing you never do to a Cowboy!
NWA Power Hour 8/12/89 (02:37:27)It’s a special Saturday Night edition of the Power Hour featuring Road Warrior Hawk battling Samu of the SST, and there’s trouble in paradise between the SST and their manager Paul E. Shane Douglas takes on Capt. Mike Rotunda. It’s WNN with Gordon Solie. Terry Funk’s Grill with the Steiner Brothers where Alex meets his little brother “Knuckles”. And “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert battles The Great Muta in a NO DQ Match! See how a solid match ends with a groan-worthy finish. Plus, Missy Hyatt gets the Green Mist for the second time as Muta goes on a spewing spree.
NWA Main Event 8/13/89 (02:53:12)
We’re told all weekend that there will be no episode of the Main Event this week… only there is.. It’s more of a recap show this week though we do wind up seeing the final match, Match #3, in the Scientific Series between Dr. Death vs. Mike Rotunda, only now it’s somehow morphed from a scientific series in a No Holds Barred match… Yeah, we have no idea either…. Listen as Steve’s head explodes while he tries to compute all of the poor production management over the weekend of the 12th. It’s a fun time trying to make sense of all of this… or at least fun listening as Steve tries to hold it together…
A Teaser For Next Week – Poor Production Continues… (03:01:35)
It’s the NWA at it’s finest… but not really. We take a very brief look at next week’s episode of the Grenade that features two major faux pas on the 6:05 WCW program. First, on 8/19 the wrong tape airs, and the NWA re-airs an episode of WCW from 3 weeks prior! Then on 8/26 the production team forget to press record during the main event match and angles during the taping and have to call an emergency taping to fix the issue. Because WCW.
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The Great American Bash Watch-Along is in the books but we keep on truckin’ through the summer of ’89 with new stars, new stories, and some unfinished business!
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With the Bash PPV behind us, we move forward with another two weeks of NWA news and action for the weekends of July 28 and August 4, 1989.
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A quick look at the Free Prize Giveaway Contest (00:10:08)
The Exodus of Ricky Steamboat (00:10:50)
Jim Herd can’t seem to come to terms on a new contract with the Dragon, and Steamer shockingly walks. Where does this leave the Total Package as far as challengers for his U.S. Title goes?
The Conclusion of the Bash Tour (00:17:24)
We take a lake at the final leg of the Bash Tour. How did the houses fair post Bash PPV?
NWA Power Hour 7/28 - 29/89 (00:21:25)
The Braves go 17 Inning (and lose) causing the Power Hour to air LATE, LATE at night! It’s the battle of two friends as part of the NWA Top 10 rankings when “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert takes on “Wildfire” Tommy Rich. The storytelling from Paul E and Lance Russell in the Rich vs. Gilbert match is a thing of beauty. Gordon Solie breaks down the entire Bash PPV. Norman the… Clown(?) is the guest on Funk’s Grill. Scott Hall & Ranger Ross vs. New Zealand Militia. Missy Hyatt's cups over-floweth. Plus, Dan Spivey vs. Johnny Rich outs new meaning to the term “Extended Squash”.
NWA Pro 7/29/89 (00:35:05)
From Amarillo, hometown hero Terry Funk receives the cheers against Big Scott Hall. Dr. Death takes on Wild Bill Irwin. Gary Hart talks the vacant TV Title. Mike Rotunda issues a challenge to Dr. Death, and Doc accepts with an added stipulation. More action from Sting, the Midnight Express, Mike Rotunda, and Norman runs into stuff. Scott Hall cuts his very first (and probably last) NWA promo. Plus, Doc channels his inner Hacksaw Duggan. Hooo!
NWA Worldwide 7/29/89 (00:51:19)
The show opens with Rick Steiner doing his best Iron Sheik impersonation, and concludes with Rick taking on the Sheik in a hilarious contest that sees Steiner make Sheik HUMBLE! This may be Sheik’s last entertaining match of his career! Highlights of that match on Twitter right now @RasslinGrenade ! In-ring action with Terry Funk, the SST, Norman, & Flyin’ Brian. The Skyscrapers meet Johnny & Davey Rich. Plus, promos from Terry Funk, Scott Steiner, Lex Luger, and….. RICKY STEAMBOAT???
NWA World Championship Wrestling 7/29/89 (01:09:50)
In a major production snafu, Mike Rotunda challenges Dr. Death to a scientific match, but they play the wrong rebuttal with Doc giving away the outcome of the match… BEFORE IT AIRS NEXT WEEK!!! The Steiner Brothers battle The Iron Sheik & Ron Simmons. SkyScrapers & Norman team up vs. Tommy, Johnny, AND Davey Rich. Action with Sting, Flyin’ Brian, and the already departed RICKY STEAMBOAT. Plus, hear what the Funker has in common with the WHOOPING CRANE!
NWA Main Event 7/30/89 (01:32:32)
Jim Ross hosts as Paul E. is “running late” to avoid discussing his losses at the Bash. Dick Murdoch teams with Eddie Gilbert, along with 49ers legend John Ayers in their corner, to take on Wild Bill Irwin and Norman. We get another look at the Ding Dongs, and I swear to you, they’re slightly less terrible here than earlier matches. In a throwback to 1980 WTBS the Iron Sheik faces Tommy Rich. Plus, Ric Flair talks the fallout from the Bash, Co-host Steve Eckstat feels bad for Joe Pedicino, AND Paul E. finally arrives at the studio!
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QUICK NOTE: For the weekend of August 4th – 6th, Ray goes into his own master tapes in his “Archives” (A/K/A his Storage Room) to find the most complete form of each episode possible. He uncovers 4 complete episodes of NWA TV for the weekend! Cha-ching!
NWA Power Hour 8/4/89 (01:45:36)
How’s THIS for a main event… Sting & Dr. Death vs. Terry Funk & Terry Gordy!!! Gordon Solie announces the departure of Ricky Steamboat from the NWA. Eddie Gilbert battles the Bounty Hunter while Missy and Rick Steiner eat popcorn, no lie! Scott Steiner meets Rip Morgan of the Militia. Norman returns to Funk’s Grill and brings Teddy Long with him. Plus, there’s an overhaul of the NWA Top 10, and introducing THE FAN SCAN.
NWA Worldwide 8/5/89 (02:02:56)
OH BOY!!! See what happens when a job guy decides he’s going to NO SELL THE SKYSCRAPERS!!! (Full match currently on Twitter @RasslinGrenade !) Production continues to drop the ball as they air Luger and Steamboat promos hyping “upcoming No DQ matches”. How’s this for a hidden gem, The Dong Dongs battle the New Zealand Militia! Action with Scott Steiner, Terry Funk, and Dr. Death. Promos Galore with Sting, Funk, Flair, Bill Irwin, and more Fan Scan nonsense. Plus World Tag Team Champion Freebirds vs. Johnny & Davey Rich
NWA World Championship Wrestling 8/5/89 (02:27:13)
It’s the hard sell for the final stop on the Bash tour at the Omni! Gary Hart cohosts with Jim Ross. Rick Steiner replaces Steamboat to face Lex Luger for the U.S. Title in the Omni, and Rick has bought himself a front-row ticket, to watch… himself wrestle??? Michael Hayes invades the Danger Zone. Matches with the Road Warriors, SkyScrapers, and Tommy Rich. Promos from Flair, Sting, Funk, Lex, and Rick Steiner. Sting teams with Eddie Gilbert in the main event to take on the New Zealand Militia. A wild brawl ensues between Sting & Flair vs. Muta & Funk. And the Nature Boy steals, wears, and dances in Terry Funk’s Cowboy Boots!!! Wooo!
NWA Main Event 8/6/89 (02:48:23)
World Tag Champ Freebirds defend against The Dynamic Dudes. Mike Rotunda offers Steve Casey his Letter Jacket if he’s caught cheating. Plus, the Midnights vs. The Militia.
Last Stop On The Bash Tour – The Omni 8/6/89 (02:56:37)
It’s the final night of the Bash and it doesn’t disappoint. We look at the results from the show, a major change in a key match on the card, and more!
RIC FLAIR BECOMES BOOKER OF THE NWA AND MORE!!! (03:00:38)
A quick look at some of the topics for next week’s episode as Ric Flair becomes the new head booker of the NWA, more new names headed in, and the biggest Production faux pas to date, and quite possibly in all of NWA/WCW History!!!
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Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
It’s finally here! After weeks of buildup, it’s time for the next installment in the Wrestling Memory Grenade’s Watch-Along format as we cover the NWA’s Great American Bash ’89, “Glory Days” PPV.
It’s nothing but fun, fun, and more fun as Ray and Steve call all the action as they relive one of, if not THE greatest PPV in WCW history. It’s a mixture of entertainment, info, and straight-up two guys just marking out for one of the greatest nights in wrestling history. Whether you watch along for yourself on the WWE Network, or just listen to this episode you won’t be disappointed.
Card listed below…
The Great American Bash ’89 “Glory Days
- NWA World Champion Ric Flair vs. Terry Funk
- WAR GAMES: The Road Warriors, Dr. Death & The Midnight Express vs. The SST and All 3 Fabulous Freebirds
- U.S. Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger vs. Ricky Steamboat
- NWA TV Champion Sting vs. The Great Muta
- Tornado Tag: The Steiner Brothers vs. Kevin Sullivan & Mike Rotunda
- Tuxedo Match: Jim Cornette vs. Paul E. Dangerously
- 2-Ring Triple Chance “King of the Hill” Battle Royal
- The SkyScrapers vs. The Dynamic Dudes
- Flyin’ Brian Pillman vs. Wild Bill Irwin
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It’s our final stop before the NWA Great American Bash, our very own “Go-Home” Show, if you will. This week we take a look at the final two weeks of TV and news leading into the NWA’s Bash PPV.
Listen to everyone’s final thoughts right before the NWA’s biggest event of the Summer as they set the stage for what is sure to be a tremendous night of hot wrestling action!
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Let us know you’re there, let us know you care. Please subscribe! Your choice of 14 Tiers, as low as a $1 Tier just to show your support. Help keep the Grenade and the Copia Podcast Network going in 2021 by subscribing to a Tier that best suits you. Patreon.com/Wrestlecopia WrestleCopia Podcast Network (00:11:22) What’s going on in the world of WrestleCopia and the Grenade? The Great American Bash Tour Continues (00:13:32) We continue our look at the 1989 Great American Bash Tour as we continue to break down ticket sales and compare them to Bash Tours of year’s past. NWA Main Event 7/9/89 (00:24:25) In a rarity, we cover both the SYNDICATED AND WTBS version of this week’s Main Event! It’s Dr. Death teaming with the Steiners to take on All 3 Freebirds in the main event! Listen to two separate Terry Funk promos specifically made for two different audiences. Plus, Tommy Rich vs. The Bounty Hunter, NWA Power Hour 7/14/89 (00:40:46)
STEEL CAGE MAIN EVENT as the ROAD WARRIORS are set for battle against the SST. ANGLE ALERT!!! Watch what happens in the aftermath inside the Cage as it’s a 5 on 2 beating leading to Hawk being taken out on a stretcher!!! All to set up WAR GAMES at the Bash! The Great Muta is the gust of Funk’s Grill. Watch as Muta mists the Funker to give him the power of the ancient Samurais and Shogun Warriors!!! Plus, Gordon Solie weighs in on this week’s WNN, and action with the Skyscrapers, and Ricky Steamboat vs. Jacko Victory. NWA Pro 7/15/89 (01:00:27) NWA Representative Sandy Scott oversees the contract signing between TV Champion Sting and the Great Muta. Ricky Steamboat actually cuts a GREAT heated promo demanding a No DQ match with the Total Package, hear how Lex responds. Missy Hyatt’s jugs be a jigglin’. Plus, the Steiners vs. New Zealand Militia, and action with the SkyScrapers, Flyin’ Brian, Sting, Ricky Steamboat, and Dr. Death teams with the Midnights as they aid Trent Knight in defying the laws of gravity. NWA Worldwide 7/15/89 (01:18:53) Terry Funk shows just how hardcore he can be when he battles “Chopper” Steve Casey while wrestling with a fractured back! The Steiners take on Kevin Sullivan & Mike Rotunda. The first-ever DUELING CHANT from the fans??? VOTE NO for the Dynamic Dudes on the A&W Cream Soda King of the Slams. Jim Cornette has a message for Paul E. Dangerously. Action featuring the likes of The SkyScrapers, The Great Muta, The Freebirds, and a new attitude Ricky Steamboat vs. The Bounty Hunter.Plus, the crowd goes crazy TWICE on the same show! First, Sting goes nose to nose with the Great Muta in the ring, then Ric Flair closes the show with an insanely awesome ringside promo! NWA World Championship Wrestling 7/15/89 (01:40:45)Ric Flair joins Paul E.’s Danger Zone! Lex Luger shares the latest on Steamboat’s No DQ demands. Action with the likes of Dr. Death, The SkyScrapers, and the Dynamic Dudes. Plus, Hey Yo! Scott Hall steps in the ring to take on The Great Muta! The Retro Network (02:00:09) Head over to TheRetroNetwork.com and Follow them @TRNSocial Monday Warfare: The Battles Within (02:01:28) It’s a look at our sister Podcast, Monday Warfare, chronicling the Monday Night War from the very beginning, launched on November 9th, and will continue to post each and every Monday morning! Visit WrestleCopia.com or any of your favorite Podcast Streaming Apps to give it a listen right now! NWA Power Hour 7/21/89 (02:02:09) We begin the weekend of the Bash with the “Battle of the Bulls” when Terry Gordy takes on Dick Murdoch in the main. Sid Vicious meets Davey Rich of the Party Patrol. The Freebirds join Funk’s Grill. Gordon Solie talks BOBBY HEENAN on WNN! Plus, 6-Man action with Flyin’ Brian, Scott Hall, and Tommy Rich vs. DJ Meadows, Wild Bill Irwin and the RETURN OF THE IRON SHEIK! NWA Pro 7/22/89 (02:14:25) It’s a VERY busy episode of NWA Pro as everyone shares their final thoughts before the Bash in a slew of tremendous promos! Terry Funk goes insane as he bashes his head into a dressing room mirror while cutting one of his final promos before the PPV. Ricky Steamboat continues to goad Lex Luger into a No DQ Match, does he finally succeed? Hear from both men here this week. Paul E. Dangerously vows to take out Jim Cornette permanently. “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert and Sting talk their history and the Stinger’s match with Muta. Action with the likes of Flyin’ Brian, Wild Bill Irwin, The SkyScrapers, The Dynamic Dudes, and Ranger Ross vs. Rip Morgan. All of that, PLUS the SST try to murder poor Tony Suber when Fatu delivers the Top Rope Splash to Suber… ON THE ARENA FLOOR!!! NWA Worldwide 7/22/89 (02:34:25) Action involving the SkyScrapers, the Dynamic Dudes, Flyin’ Brian, the Midnights team with Dr. Death, and Scott Hall & Tommy Rich team up vs. The New Zealand Militia. Another great promo from the Nature Boy as Ric Flair counts down the hours to kicking Terry Funk’s a$$! Plus, The SST try to murder yet another job guy when they nearly launch poor Jerry Price out of the ring with a backdrop. Price winds up landing on the ropes and bouncing back inside. The Flying Wallendas couldn’t have done it better. NWA World Championship Wrestling 7/22/89 (02:46:43) It’s the final episode of NWA TV before the Bash! Six-man action with All 3 Rich Cousins, Davey, Johnny, and Tommy Rich. More action involving Ranger Ross, the SkyScrapers, and The Steiner Brothers vs. Wild Bill Irwin & The Iron Sheik while Missy Hyatt shows off her goods! What does Robin Green thinks of all this? A WAR GAMES PROMO to get you hyped for the mayhem inside the cage! Sting and Eddie Gilbert join the Danger Zone as Paul E. ponders if the Stinger can trust longtime friend Hot Stuff. Final thoughts from the Freebirds, Ricky Steamboat, Lex Luger, Terry Funk, and the Nature Boy!Everyone has done their job to get the fans psyched up for the Great American Bash PPV and the Watch-Along set to drop November 25th, Thanksgiving Eve. We hope you enjoy our final stop on the way to the Bash and we hope to see you back for the Watch-Along!
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We’re another step closer to the Great American Bash “Glory Days”! Hosts Ray and Steve take a look at the first two weeks of July 1989, including TV reviews, Bash Tour ticket sales compared to years past, plus the June ’89 VIP Jobber of the Month and the NWA Top 10!!!
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Scott Steiner debuts the Blockbuster Suplex AND THE FRANKENSTEINER. Plus, JR coins the phrase “Steinerline” for brother Rick. The SST have 3 attempts to launch Lee Scott into orbit… and they succeed!!! We see our first angle involving BLOOD here in 1989 as the Funker attacks Sting WITH A BRANDING IRON TO THE SKULL!!! Find out what happens when the Freebirds refuse to sell for Dr. Death. Plus, the in-ring debuts of “Wildfire” Tommy Rich and Flyin’ Brian Pillman, and Ric Flair’s Press Conference addressing the future of his wrestling career. And before they were stars… a look at Mike Awesome and “Glacier” Ray Lloyd paying their dues here as job guys. It’s a stacked 2 weeks you won’t want to miss!!!
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JUNE ‘89 VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH (00:09:44)
Lee Scott continues to impress but see who knocked the Two-Time-Two-Time VIP Jobber of the Month off the mountain top. There’s a NEW Jobber of the Month in town. Find out who he is right now!
JUNE 1989 NWA TOP 10 (00:12:02)
He pokes Gators with a Stick… and Women with his…. Well, you know… “Gator” Scott Hall cracks the Top 10 this month!
THE 1989 NWA BASH TOUR (00:13:34)
Ray breaks down the first half of the 1989 Great American Bash Tour, comparing this year’s ticket sales with years prior. We discuss everything from the Tour Main Event of Terry Funk vs. Sting being canceled for the first leg of the tour due to injury, to events drawing less than 1,000 fans, to the NWA completely CANCELING cities due to poor ticket sales. Find out where the ’89 Tour matches up with previous Bash tours. Spoiler alert… Not well.
NWA Power Hour 6/30/89 (00:30:37)
TV Champion Sting defends against Ron Simmons. 6-Man action with All 3 Freebirds taking on Dr. Death, Rick Steiner, and Eddie Gilbert! It’s the TV DEBUT of Flyin’ Brian Pillman as well as the final taped match of Ricky Santana in the NWA. U.S. Champion Lex Luger is the guest this week on Funk’s Grill. The Skyscrapers continue to dominate. Plus, it’s WNN with Gordon Solie who talks the WWF and Jake Roberts’ injury, Ric Flair’s announcement, and he even creates some #FakeNews for good measure. Uh-uh, BRU-THER!
NWA Worldwide 7/1/89 (00:51:16)
WE HAVE BLOOD! For the first time in 1989, we get BLOOD when crazy Terry Funk attacks Sting with the Branding Iron!!! The Funker returns later in the program to take on Ricky Santana and grabs a hand full of junk. The SST have a trial run with Lee Scott as a human projectile. 6-Man action with all 3 Freebirds, plus action with Sullivan & Rotunda, Ranger Ross, Jim Cornette speaks, and Scott Hall pokes things with a different stick this week. We even get an early look at the future Glacier, Blood Runs Cold… Plus, it’s finally here… Ric Flair makes his special announcement. Will he retire, or will he return to action???
NWA World Championship Wrestling 7/1/89 (01:13:11)
THE SST LAUNCH LEE SCOTT INTO ORBIT WITH THE HIGHEST BACKDROP WE’VE EVER SEEN!!! No seriously, go check it out on our Twitter @RasslinGrenade . A pair of debuts for the Steiner Brothers as Jim Ross coins the term “Steinerline” while Scott Steiner debuts his “Blockbuster” Backflip Suplex. “Wildfire” Tommy Rich makes his return to the TBS ring to battle Wild Bill Irwin. The Great Muta takes on the returning Italian Stallion. Terry Funk responds to Ric Flair’s Press Conference. Action with the likes of the Skyscrapers, and another appearance from the future Glacier, Blood Runs Colder… Plus, a surprise IN-STUDIO promo from the Nature Boy closes the show. He’s Baa-ack, WOOO!
NWA Main Event 7/2/89 (01:39:19)
It’s our second look at THE DING DONGS. Plus, the Skyscrapers continue to dominate, Flyin’ Brian makes his singles TV debut against George South, and Dick Murdoch teams with Ranger Ross vs. The New Zealand Militia in the main event.
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NWA Power Hour 7/7/89 (01:50;23)
SCOTT STEINER DEBUTS THE FRANKENSTEINER!!! It’s Funk’s Grill with guest Paul E. Dangerously. Flyin’ Brian teams with the Dynamic Dudes vs. Wild Bill Irwin and the New Zealand Militia. Scott Steiner has his hands full with the Bounty Hunter (Al Green). Singles action with Wildfire Tommy Rich. Plus, it’s Gordon Solie’s WNN as he talks the WWF feud between the Ultimate Warrior and Rick Rude, and the NWA TOP 10 FINALLY CHANGES!!!
NWA Pro 7/8/89 (02:02:13)
Dr. Death takes on all 3 Freebirds, and does a pretty good job before he gets some help to even the odds. The Dynamic Dudes challenge the Freebirds for the World Tag Team Titles. It’s the Road Warriors “Ironman” Video. Action involving Norman the Lunatic, “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert, the Skyscrapers, Sullivan & Rotunda, and the SST continue to pick on poor Lee Scott as he’s launched one more time into the sky. Interviews with Lex Luger, Terry Funk, and Jim Cornette. Plus, the NWA Top 10 changes TWICE in the same weekend as Ranger Ross manages to crack the list! Hey, who are you to doubt the Ranger?!
NWA Worldwide 7/8/89 (02:20:29)
U.S. Champion Lex Luger defends again Ranger Ross. Plus, action with the Midnight Express, the Steiner Brothers, Eddie Gilbert, the Skyscrapers, the SST, and Terry Funk takes on the future Glacier, Ray Lloyd. In an odd piece of business, Joe Pedicino demands that Ric Flair take out Terry Funk. Plus, Norman plays the drums… on his head… thanks to the use of a garbage can and a stick. You can’t make this stuff up.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 7/8/89 (02:34:31)
It’s THE RETURN OF THE DANGER ZONE with guest Terry Funk! Action with the Tag Champs The Freebirds vs. Randy Rose & Steve Casey, the Midnight Express vs. The New Zealand Militia, Flyin’ Brian vs. Cruel Connection, and Scott Steiner continues to try and break his neck on the sensational, yet suicidal Blockbuster Suplex. Ricky Steamboat demands a No DQ match for the U.S. Title at the Bash. Lex Luger responds to Ricky’s challenge. Ric Flair promises to KILL Terry Funk at the PPV. Yikes! Plus, Missy Hyatt has been dressing conservatively all Grenade, but she finally gives Ray something to drool over. Hubba, Hubba!
The Great American Bash – Boston Garden Results 7/8/89 (02:56:02)We close out the show by looking at Bash results as the NWA invades WWF territory with a stacked card. Hear what happens when the Freebirds refuse to sell to Dr. Death and the Midnights. Jimmy Garvin gets a taste of what happens When “Keepin’ It Real Goes Wrong” at the hands of Dr. Death.
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It’s the post-Halloween edition of the Grenade, and another wild two weeks of history as we close out the month of June 1989 and reach the half-year mark here in the NWA. In this episode, we’ll discuss 9 episodes of TV, including many debuts… The debut of the Power Hour, the debut of Funk’s Grill, and the debut of SID VICIOUS, just to name a few. Plus, the returns of Gordon Solie and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich, and angles galore!
And, Lex Luger cuts what may be the PROMO OF THE YEAR! No, seriously… Yes, that Lex Luger. A tremendous promo that you must hear to believe!
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NWA Pro 6/17/89 (00:11:45)It’s the DEBUT of SID VICIOUS as he attempts to commit homicide on poor DeWayne Bruce. Seriously, go to our Twitter, watch the video. Sid attempts to send Bruce into early retirement. Plus, Bill Irwin takes exception to Ricky Santana’s interference, and Scott Steiner takes on Mike Rotunda in the main event of the program.
NWA Worldwide 6/17/89 (00:34:23)We’ve found footage from the vault, previously thought to be missing forever, with action involving Butch Reed, the Steiner Brothers, and Mike Rotunda! Also on this episode, the Ricky Santana/Bill Irwin saga continues. Plus, the Dudes ride bikes, and action with Ricky Steamboat, and Dick Murdoch vs. The Great Muta in the main event!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 6/17/89 (00:54:15)In a rematch from Clash 7, Terry Gordy battles Dr. Death in the main event. Paul E. and the SST declare WAR on the Road Warriors. Plus, action with the Dudes, Terry Funk, the Steiners, Norman, the Midnights, Ranger Ross, the Freebirds, Sullivan & Rotunda, Sting takes on Big Al Green, and more. All of that, plus a wild Battle Royal-Esque brawl to close the show!
Main Event Quick Results 6/17/89 (01:43:17)It’s quick results featuring Sullivan & Rotunda vs. Randy Rose & Ranger Ross, Bill Irwin vs. Ricky Santana, and Butch Reed in action!
Power Hour 6/23/89 (01:47:17)IT’S THE DEBUT OF THE POWER HOUR! Featuring the debut of WNN and THE RETURN OF GORDON SOLIE! Plus, the DEBUT of Terry Funk’s new talk show “FUNK’S GRILL”, and Jim Ross interviews Ric Flair “Poolside”. And action with Terry Funk vs. Ricky Santana, World Tag Champions The Freebirds vs. “Gator” Scott Hall & Ranger Ross, and the SST tangle with the Road Warrior. Hear what happens when Paul E. and his Samoans take out manager Paul Ellering!
NWA Pro 6/24/89 (02:15:23)The Steiners take on Kevin Sullivan & Mike Rotunda in the main event. Plus, the Dudes, MUTA, Ranger Ross, the New Zealand Militia, Steamboat vs. The Raider (Doug Gilbert), and SID VICIOUS returns for more destruction. Do I smell a… POWERBOMB?
NWA Worldwide 6/24/89 (02:26:11)Scott Steiner meets The Great Muta in a dream encounter.SID VICIOUS attempts another homicide as he clotheslines poor Bob Emory for a backflip.Plus, Rick Steiner in singles action, the Irwin/Santana issues continue, the Dudes vs. The New Zealand Militia, Ranger Ross vs. Snake Brown, and, Lord help us all, it’s the Dynamic Dudes “At Play”.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 6/24/89 (02:46:38)THIS SHOW IS STACKED!!! This may be the wildest one hour of pro wrestling here in 1989 yet! Find out what happens when you call Terry Gordy “yellow”. A wild brawl between World Champion Freebirds and the Midnight Express sets up a World Title Match for later in the show! Sullivan and Rotunda tease Robin Green, and Rick Steiner takes it out on poor Cruel Connection. Terry Funk has some final words of warning before Ric Flair’s press conference next week. Sting shares his disappointment in buddy Lex Luger’s heel turn. The Great Muta mists “Hot Stuff“ Eddie Gilbert. Plus, the return to TBS of “Wildfire” Tommy Rich, AND Lex Luger cuts what may be the PROMO OF THE YEAR here as he addresses Sting, the fans, Steamboat, and more! Can I have your autograph? NO, YOU CAN’T! Lex kills it here this week, you’ve GOT TO LISTEN TO THIS!
NWA Main Event 6/25/89 (03:17:43)Lex Luger’s phenomenal weekend fills over to the Main Event as he has an offer that Lee Scott can’t refuse. Plus, Dr. Death takes on the Bounty Hunter, and Dick Murdoch meets Wild Bill Irwin. See who gets hanged this time!
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It’s a special Watch-Along edition this week as the boys from the Grenade review the NWA’s Clash of the Champions VII “Guts and Glory” from Fort Bragg, NC. The show features Terry Funk taking on Ricky Steamboat in the main event. Plus, the semi-finals and finals of the World Tag Team Title Tournament, we hear from Ric Flair for the first time since his injury, Dr. Death vs. Gordy, the Steiners vs. Sullivan & Rotunda, Lex Luger completes his heel turn, and the debut of both Norman….. and the Ding Dongs, Yikes! Plus, vignettes galore!
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CLASH OF THE CHAMPIONS VII "GUTS & GLORY" (00:09:10)
NWA Clash of the Champions VII
“Guts and Glory” – Fort Bragg, NC
June 14th, 1989
- Semi-Final: The Dynamic Dudes vs. The NEW Freebirds
- Ranger Ross vs. The Terrorist
- The Great Muta’s “Dragon Shai” Contest goes up in flames when Eddie Gilbert arrives, but it’s Trent Knight who pays the price.
- The Debut of the Ding Dongs vs. George South & Cougar Jay
- Semi-Final: The Midnight Express vs. SST
- Dr. Death vs. Terry Gordy
- Norman the Lunatic finally arrives vs. poor Mike Justice!
- The Steiner Brothers vs. Kevin Sullivan & Mike Rotunda
- TV Champion Sting vs. Wild Bill Irwin
- Jim Ross Interviews Ric Flair at home
- The NWA World Tag Team Title Finals
- Ricky Steamboat vs. Terry Funk
- A Special Appearance by Lex Luger!
- Plus videos and vignettes featuring the likes of Flyin’ Brian Pillman, the Road Warriors, “GATOR” Scott Hall, and more!
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As we count down to the Clash of the Champions VII, we cover the final two weeks of news and TV reviews before the big event. It’s two weeks of NWA Pro, two weeks of Worldwide, two weeks of WCW, and two weeks of the Main Event. All NWA programming for the first two weeks of June 1989! Plus, the May ’89 Jobber of the Month, and another edition of the NWA Top 10.
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THE MAY ’89 VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH (00:09:42)See who becomes the first job guy to earn a 2nd JOTM Award here in 1989!
MAY ’89 NWA TOP 10 (00:13:07)We all know 1989 Michael Hayes is a steaming pile of #2, but with George Scott gone, who is the new #1?
JUNE ’89 NWA NEWS & NOTES (00:14:53)
The NWA continues to play musical announcers.
The latest on Eddy Guerrero joining the NWA.
Where did Tonga, the Polynesian Savage go?
NWA Pro 6/3/89 (00:19:46)Terry Funk has his first of several altercations with Sting! Ricky Steamboat battles “Hacksaw” Butch Reed. Kevin Sullivan announces that Terry Gordy took out Dr. Death in Japan. Plus, the A&W Cream Soda SCAM…. I mean SLAM of the week.
NWA Worldwide 6/3/89 (00:39:35)Lex Luger has a new attitude, and Steve Casey finds out the hard way. It’s more Terry Funk goodness on the mic. The Great Muta takes on two opponents. Eddie Gilbert suffers a legit injury in a match with Jack Victory. Michael Hayes teases the new member of the Freebirds.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 6/3/89 (00:54:33)It’s Two Hours this week with TEN MATCHES! Terry Funk introduces the world to RICK FLAIRE, and Sting takes exception. Ranger Ross looks for revenge against Ron Simmons. Teddy Long introduces yet another video of Norman, the Lunatic. Bob Orton becomes a victim of “When keeping it real goes wrong”. In a precursor to Smashing Pumpkins, the SST are Smashing Pineapples. They call him HALL…..SCOTT HALL. The Midnight Express return to the NWA and take on Butch Reed & The Raider. The Great Muta vs. “CHOPPER” Steve Casey. Another fun Roadies Promo. Action from the likes of Ricky Santana, Dick Murdoch, Ricky Steamboat, the Dynamic Dudes, and Scott Steiner. Plus, Rick Steiner’s biggest fan has her sign ripped up by Kevin Sullivan and spends an entire segment crying in the crowd. Awww, poor Woman.
NWA Main Event 6/4/89 (01:32:59)Terry Funk battles Johnny Rich. Ricky Santana takes on Jack Victory. And the SST face Scott Steiner and Randy Rose while we try and count how many concussions Rose should have by now.
NWA Worldwide 6/10/89 (01:37:27)
This is a stacked weekend on syndication…. First, a Major Title Change! Lex Luger regains the U.S. Heavyweight Title from Michael Hayes! The Great Muta takes on 3 men in an Oriental Torture Match. Terry Funk finally cracks the Top 10. Plus, action involving Butch Reed, Scott Steiner, and tag action with Ranger Ross & Randy Rose vs. Jack Victory & The Raider.
NWA Pro 6/10/89 (01:48:18)
ANGLE ALERT #1! As Terry Funk and Sting tear the arena down in one of the wildest brawls at that time. ANGLE ALERT #2! Missy Hyatt confronts Gary Hart and gets Misted by the Great Muta for her troubles! Butch Reed meets Ricky Steamboat in a rematch from last week. Plus, Scott Steiner, the SST, and the Great Muta in a handicap match.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 6/10/89 (02:01:39)Terry Funk trashes Ricky Steamboat’s family, and you won’t believe how the white meat babyface responds to this one. Also, a worked-shoot angle with Lex Luger “unexpectedly” taking over the program in a great promo. The Great Muta battles the future Glacier. The Dudes battle the debuting New Zealand Militia for the final spot in the semi-finals of the NWA World Tag Title Tournament. Promos from Jim Cornette and Paul E. Dangerously. Action involving Ranger Ross, Dick Murdoch, the Midnight Express, Wild Bill Irwin, Sullivan and Rotunda. It’s the debut of the Steiner Brothers as a tag team this week! Plus, the SST vs. Randy Rose and Bucky Siegler as the concussion count continues for poor Randy.
NWA Main Event 6/11/89 (02:26:30)It’s the final program before the Clash! Terry Funk takes on the Army when he battles Ranger Ross. Rick Steiner faces the masked Bounty Hunter (Al Greene). And, Ricky Steamboat meets Wild Bill Irwin.
FINAL NEWS AND NOTES BEFORE THE CLASH (02:33:39)
The Power Hour is coming!
The WCW program returning to 6:05!
The Meltz Says… It’s easier to lose viewers than get them back.
Jimmy Garvin headed in
Booking changes-o-plenty
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Join us this week as we discuss the fallout from the NWA’s WrestleWar ’89 PPV and cover the final 3 weeks of May, featuring loads of Terry Funk goodness. We’ll walk you through the month of May as the Funker wreaks havoc while he works his way up the NWA Top 10 for a shot at NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair. It’s loads of fun, mixed with show reviews, news and notes, sound bites, the April ’89 VIP Jobber of the Month, and another edition of the NWA Top 10 (Parody!). Timestamps are included below for your convenience.
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VIP Jobber of the Month for April ‘89 (00:10:07)Who will join names like Trent Knight, Jack Victory, and Cougar Jay in the hallowed halls?
April ’89 NWA Top 10 (00:11;37)Join us as we say goodbye to George Scott in the Top 10!
NWA Notes and News for May ’89 (00:13:23)Rick Steiner Injury Update!
NWA Hirings and Firings
ROADHOUSE is coming to a theater near you!
NWA Pro 5/13/89 (00:23:04)It’s our very first Terry Funk promo and he doesn’t disappoint! The Great Muta vs. Randy Rose. Ron Simmons vs. JYD. It’s the fallout from WrestleWar ’89 and it’s hosted by Bob Caudle & Lance Russell for crying out loud. You can’t go wrong!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 5/13/89 (00:38:48)Scott Steiner makes his NWA in-ring debut as he battles Kevin Sullivan. The Fabulous Freebirds are back together. Paul E. picks a fight with the Roadies! The Great Muta gets “Stone Cold” on Ranger Ross when he busts out a STUNNER! Another tremendous Terry Funk Promo before he proceeds to murder a jobber. Teddy Long introduces his pal Norman via a vignette. Jim Herd has a special announcement regarding the NWA Tag Team Titles. Ray and Steve discuss why “The Meltz” thinks it’s okay for Steamboat to hold the World Title for a couple of months, but not Ron Garvin. Plus, Lex Luger is developing a new attitude!
NWA Pro 5/20/89 (01:12:01)Gary Hart issues an open challenge for the Dragon Shai Match as we get our first confrontation between Sting and the Great Muta! Yet another great Terry Funk Promo before he’s interrupted by two rookies. Things don’t end well for the rookies. We also talk the Casey Kasem syndrome and the importance of structuring the segments within a show.Kevin Sullivan faces Eddie Gilbert. Ron Simmons takes on Randy Rose. Plus, it’s our first look at a young man named Flyin’ Brian!
NWA Worldwide 5/20/89 (01:36:12)The Road Warriors and the SST battle it out in a wild one. Sting takes on Ron Simmons in a fun one. Eddie Gilbert tries to teach Scott Steiner how to strut! Terry Funk gets politically incorrect as he uses Rick Steiner as a reason for Roe v. Wade to be repealed. Kevin Sullivan trashes a former member of the Varsity Club. Plus, we see another Sting and Great Muta confrontation! NWA World Championship Wrestling (01:52:01)The NWA Tag TItle Tournament kicks off with the Roadies vs. The Freebirds! TV Champion Sting defends against Jack Victory directly before Sting and the Great Muta have a stare down for the ages! Terry Funk faces the challenge of a young man by the name of Eddy Guerrero shortly before he tells us a story about blowing the brains out of a jackass! We check in on Rick Steiner’s rehab. Ron Simmons and Ranger Ross prepare for the tournament. The Dynamic Dudes are introduced to Jazzercise! Teddy Long is back with another Norman vignette. We’re introduced to the Party Patrol in what may be their one and only appearance. Scott Steiner dominates in the ring. Plus, find out what Flyin’ Brian and TWIX have in common! Chika chika!
NWA Main Event 5/21/89 (Quick Results Only)Terry Funk vs. Brad Armstrong headlines the show.
NWA Pro 5/27/89 (02:20:38)Rookie DeWayne Bruce is given interview time, but Terry Funk interrupts. You can guess what happens next! Paul E. explains his heat with the Road Warriors dating back to 1983! Plus, the Dynamic Dudes, Scott Steiner, and Michael Hayes gets obscene with the camera.
NWA Worldwide 5/27/89 (02:32:25)Paul E. taunts the Roadies and Hawk takes offense of the “banana boaters”. Scott Steiner goes one-on-one with Michael Hayes. Butch Reed battles Randy Rose. Plus action involving Ron Simmons, the SST, and the Great Muta in handicap action!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 5/27/89 (02:45:02)The Great Muta takes on 3 men in an “Oriental Torture Match”. The World Tag Title tournament continues with the SST vs. Ranger Ross & Ron Simmons. Lex Luger challenges Michael Hayes to a Badstreet Match. Terry Funk takes on Johnny Rich. Scott Steiner faces Jack Victory, while brother Rick’s admiring fan returns with a present for the Dog faced Gremlin. We hear from Ric Flair’s doctor. Michael Hayes returns as cohost, sigh. Plus, Jim Cornette announces the return of the Midnight Express!
NWA Main Event 5/28/89 (03:02:56)We learn that Kevin Sullivan hired Terry Gordy to attack Dr. Death in Japan. It’s the debut of “Wild” Bill Irwin. The Dynamic Dudes try to balance on their skateboards. More Jim Cornette goodness in the form of a pre-tape hyping his Midnight’s return. Norman the Lunatic looks to win a Razzie award for worst actor. Plus, the Great Muta battles newcomer Ricky Santana in a building that is clearly in dire need of air conditioning!
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It's the most fun yet! Ray and Steve cover the weekend news and notes for May 6th, 1989 before diving into the WrestleWar '89 PPV Watch-Along on the WWE Network. Easily the most fun and relaxed show yet. The new booking made it easy to enjoy, and we have a lot of fun throughout the PPV, including Ray's various wrestler impressions and our take on the product in the ring. A great listen, you won't be disappointed! Timestamps from the show below for your convenience.
All of that, plus we announce the WINNER of the FREE PRIZE GIVEAWAY of the Autographed 1989 Lex Luger Promo Pic. Remember, you too can enter your chance to win future prizes by simply following us on Twitter @RasslinGrenade.
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NWA World Championship Wrestling 5/6/89 (00:07:08)
It's the FINAL COUNTDOWN to WrestleWar as Champion and Challenger prepare for their PPV match, as both Ric Flair and Ricky Steamboat compete in tune-up matches. Teddy Long cuts his very first HEEL promo. It's the debut of the Dynamic Dudes. TV Champ Sting tangles with Rip Morgan. Plus, we hear from Michael Hayes, Rick Steiner squashes the competition, and Dr. Death vs. Animal in a 'Designated Hitter' Match! But what's a Designated Hitter Match? Tune in and find out!
NWA Main Event 5/6/89 (00:40:19)
Jim Ross and Paul E host the final show before THE show. Matches from the Omni include Sting vs. Dan Spivey, and Ron Simmons vs. Rip Morgan. Plus, Butch Reed in action from Center Stage.
NWA WrestleWar '89 Lineup (00:54:56)
Jim Ross runs down the entire PPV card with a couple of Easter Eggs in the lineup.
Special Announcement! (00:57:24)
Find out who won the Autographed 1989 "Total Package" Lex Luger Promo pic!
NWA WrestleWar '89 Watch-Along (00:59:04)
- Ric Flair vs. NWA World Champion Ricky Steamboat in the final match of their legendary Trilogy.
- The Road Warriors seek revenge vs. World Tag Champs Mike Rotunda and Steve 'Dr. Death' Williams, with Nikita Koloff as Special Referee.
- United States Champion Lex Luger vs. Michael 'P.S.' Hayes
- U.S. Tag Team Champions 'Hotstuff' Eddie Gilbert & Rick Steiner vs. Kevin Sullivan & Dan Spivey
- TV Champion Sting vs. The Iron Sheik
- Bullrope Match: Dick Murdoch vs. Bob Orton
- The Dynamic Dudes vs. The SST
- "Hacksaw" Butch Reed vs. Ranger Ross
- The Great Muta vs. Doug Gilbert
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The boys from the Grenade are back again, this time to tackle an astounding 4 weeks of NWA TV, news, and notes for the entire month of April 1989. This Ultra-Mega-Mass 4 hour extravaganza takes a look at life in the NWA Post-George Scott era, and ahhh, it's a wonderful world! Nonstop action, angles, and everything else you need to know heading into WrestleWar '89!
Timestamps for all shows included below so that you can stop and pick back up anytime you want without worrying about losing your place!
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What’s New On The Retro Network (00:02:34)
Karen revisits retro Music Video premieres on Prime Time Network TV, while OldSchool80s Tim takes a look at vintage Dr. Pepper commercials from the late 70s and early 80s.
GEORGE SCOTT IS FIRED!!! (00:03:30)
IT’S A NEW DAY, YES IT IS!!!
NWA Pro 4/8/89 (00:04:04)
Kevin Sullivan fears Grenada. Cougar Jay “recovers” from the Danger Zone before Randy Rose. Poor Rip Morgan gets stuck with the Sheik. Action with the Midnight Express, The Great Muta, and more. Plus, it’s the battle of the 1980s crap watches, the Laser Beam Wristwatch meets the Swiss Army Watch. which will prevail? Go to Twitter and vote now!
NWA Worldwide Wrestling 4/8/89 (00:12:55)
Mike Rotunda joins commentary. Is there dissension in the Varsity Club? World Champions Steamboat vs. Rip Morgan. Action with Steiner & Gilbert, SST, Lex Luger, and more. Plus, D.J. Dick Murdoch spins records?
NWA World Championship Wrestling 4/8/89 (00:18:59)
A hodgepodge episode from the “Control Center” as we hear from Ric Flair, his attorney Dennis Guthrie, World Champion Ricky Steamboat, AND Executive VP Jim Herd in regards to the finish of the Clash VI World Title Match and a potential rematch. Two dark matches from the Clash involving TV Champion Sting vs. Rip Morgan, and highlights of U.S. Champion Lex Luger vs. Jack Victory. Action from Center Stage involving Bob Orton vs. Shane Douglas, and Randy Rose vs. Jack Victory. Plus, Greg Brown goes for the title of “Iron Jobber” as he somehow takes on the Roadies AND the Varsity Club in back to back TV matches. Oh yeah, and there’s this guy, maybe you heard of him, he’s called the Great Muta. And in the Danger Zone, it’s Stiiiiing!
NWA Main Event 4/9/89 (00:49:03)
U.S Champion Lex Luger takes on Michael Hayes in what is literally a practice run of their WrestleWar ’89 encounter. The Great Muta takes on two men in handicap action. Plus, Paul E. learns that he will soon be handcuffed to the JYD as part of an upcoming SST vs. Midnight Express match. Hear what Dangerously has to say about it.
NOTES AND NEWS (00:56:14)
The “New Generation” heading in?
Barry Windham gone from the NWA!
Plus, more rumors on the WWF’s Islander - Tama, Tom Prichard, and Buddy Landel
NWA Pro 4/15/89 (01:02:16)
Kevin Sullivan shows up dressed as the future Tugboat! Michael Hayes attacks U.S. Champion Lex Luger and introduces him to the DDT. Dick Murdoch takes on Butch Reed in a fun main event. Ric Flair makes the rounds and speaks with Bob Caudle. World Champion Steamboat vs. Rip Morgan for a 2nd time. Plus, action with Sting, Steiner, Muta, Luger, Shane Douglas, this show is loaded.
NWA Worldwide Wrestling 4/15/89 (01:19:11)
World Champion Steamboat vs. “Secret Service’ Jack Victory. Green jobbers piss off Dr. Death in a Varsity Club squash. Plus, SST, Butch Reed, Bob Orton, and Sheik & Morgan team.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 4/15/89 (01:30:09)Our first full-fledged Center Stage Show! World Champion Steamboat vs. Ron Simmons… DAMN! Jim Cornette announces his departure from the NWA, along with his Midnight Express in a semi-shoot promo. Sting is introduced to the Iron Sheik. Jim Ross takes potshots at the WWF. Missy Hyatt gets physical with Kevin Sullivan. Action involving Muta, Steiner, Luger, and more. The Roadies speak. Plus, Dick Murdoch removes his teeth to accept a challenge from Gary Hart, Bob Orton, and Butch Reed. And, Lex Luger calls out Michael Hayes as the two men brawl to end the show.
NWA Main Event 4/15/89 (02:09:03)
The Midnight Express battle the SST while managers Cornette and Dangerously are handcuffed to the JYD! Rick Steiner vs. Kendall Windham in Kendall’s final match in the NWA. Plus, Dan Spivey plays Howdy Doody on some job guy’s coconut! Whoooaaaaa-ooooaaa.
NWA Pro 4/22/89 (02:18:35)
Rick Steiner battles Dan Spivey in a battle of the hosses. Michael Hayes “Pearl Harbors” Ranger Ross. The Roadies in a murder squash. Action with SST, Shane Douglas, Bob Orton, Iron Sheik. Plus, Gamesmaster turned Coach, turned Professor, Kevin Sullivan gives us a Geology lesson on Samoa.
NWA Worldwide Wrestling 4/22/89 (02:33:21)
U.S. Tag Team Champs Gilbert & Steiner vs. Iron Sheik & Rip Morgan. Kevin Sullivan & Dan Spivey take on 3 men? Another Roadies Murder Squash! Action with Sting, Muta, JYD, Ranger Ross. Plus, it’s the DEBUT of the NWA TOP 10!!!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 4/22/89 (02:42:49)
Michael Hayes is fired as cohost! U.S. Champs Gilbert & Steiner vs. The SST. Ranger Ross & Randy Rose vs. Jack Victory & Rip Morgan. Dick Murdoch challenges Bob Orton to a Bullrope Match. More Sting/Sheik shenanigans. The debut of Tonga, the Polynesian Savage. Promos from the Roadies, Steamboat, and Flair. Bob Orton in action. The Great Muta confronts the JYD! Plus, how can you hate a man named Rhubarb Jones?
NWA Main Event 4/23/89 (03:15:22)
Matches from the Omni include World Tag Team Title Rematch with Doc & Rotunda defending against the Roadies, plus The Great Muta vs. Steve Casey. Referee Teddy Long continues his cheating ways. And, The SST vs. Randy Rose & Ranger Ross.
NWA Pro 4/29/89 (03:21:57)
Quick results with Shane Douglas, Orton, Sting, Michael Hayes. And the main event pits Ric Flair vs. Randy Rose
NWA Worldwide Wrestling 4/29/89 (03:25:06)Two monster main events as Ric Flair & Michael Hayes team up against Lex Luger & Ricky Steamboat. And, 8-Man Tag Team Action with The Varsity Club & Bob Orton vs. Gilbert, Steiner, and the Road Warriors! The Iron Sheik & Rip Morgan vs. Ranger Ross & Steve Casey. Plus, Muta, Reed, and Don’t Step to Ron!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 4/29/89 (03:34:37)A LOADED SHOW!!! World Tag Team Champions Doc & Rotunda vs. U.S. Tag Champs Gilbert & Steiner! Kevin Sullivan adds “barber” to his recent job titles as he cuts Gilbert and Missy’s hair! Sting tries his hand at the Sheik’s Persian Club Challenge. Is Sting a genius, or an idiot? Find out for yourself! Flair and Steamboat exchange words… twice on the same show! Ron Simmons takes on JYD and Teddy Long FINALLY finds himself FIRED by Jim Herd!!! Michael Hayes vs. Steve Casey. The Great Muta in action. And, an awesome angle involving Dick Murdoch, Gary Hart, Bob Orton, and a BULLROPE!!!
NWA Main Event 4/30/89 (04:01:00)
We review this one in under a minute, new record time! Just a quickie all-highlight show to get you ready for WrestleWar.
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The Wrestling Memory Grenade returns with two more big weeks of NWA action for the year 1989. On this episode, we review the weekends of March 25th and April 1st, including the TBS Friday Night Special Event “Countdown to the Clash”, as well as “that show in New Orleans” better known by us fans as Clash of the Champion VI “Ragin’ Cajun”, featuring the classic 2 out of 3 fall NWA World Title match between Champion Ricky Steamboat vs. Ric Flair. Plus, thanks to drawing the lowest-rated episode of “WCW” in company history, and refusing to promote the Clash, this episode also marks the end of the George Scott booking era! Things will be a-changing. See what Ray and Steve have to say about the ordeal!
NWA Worldwide 3/25/89 (00:04:12)Ric Flair in action! Sting reunites with Lance Russell and then announces he wants to do the “wild thing” with Ric Flair in the ring. Someone needs to have a talk with the Stinger. Barry Windham has his final NWA appearance. The ARN Sheik? Plus, Ron Simmons makes his return to the NWA!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 3/25/89 (00:12:54)Michael Hayes replaces Magnum as cohost. Sigh.ANGLE ALERT -Randy Rose has found “LOOPHOLES” and he’s back in the NWA, but Paul E. isn’t as excited to see him back. The World Champion Ricky Steamboat in action. The always entertaining Iron Sheik gets a sound bite. Ranger Ross is simply doing his job. The Great Muta debuts the “Pearl of the Orient” moniker. The Roadies vs. Yatsu & Jumbo Tsuruta FROM ALL JAPAN! Plus, Rick Steiner discusses his NEW BOAT! Great stuff!
NWA Main Event 3/26/89 (00:49:03)We FINALLY get our very first Clash of the Champions Commercial… and we’re only 7 days out!!! Did you know it’s ABSOLUTELY Free of Charge?!?! Two big matches from the Omni! First, it’s Sting vs. Butch Reed in a rematch from Chi-Tow Rumble and it’s MUCH better. Then, Cornette’s Midnight Express battle Paul E’s SST. Plus, “The Pearl of the Orient” The Great Muta!
NWA Countdown to the Clash 3/31/89 (00:56:05)We’re 48 hours from the Clash and we’re treated to a Friday Night TBS Special that nobody knew anything about. This show pushes Steamboat vs. Flair hard, including a debate from champion and challenger, and a special segment with former World Champions and true Hall of Famers, Lou Thesz and Harley Race! Non-Title action with U.S. Tag Champs Eddie Gilbert and Rick Steiner take on Mike Rotunda & Dr. Death. Plus, Jim Ross picks some mystery guests for Paul E’s Danger Zone in the form of the Road Warriors. See how Paul E. responds.
March 1989 VIP Jobber of the Month (01:15:20)
The NWA Top 10 Parody for March 1989 (01:17:00)
Kids gets your parent's permission!
NWA Pro 4/1/89 (01:18:59)We talk what could have added more heat to the Flair/Steamboat saga. Action involving the new U.S. Tag Team Champions Rick Steiner and Eddie Gilbert, accompanied by the sultry Missy Hyatt (boing!). Six-man tag team action with the Varsity Club. Bob Caudle marks out for the Great Muta’s Moonsault. Plus, who were the ORIGINAL members of the Dangerous Alliance?
NWA Worldwide 4/1/89 (01:30:12)World Champion Ricky Steamboat joins Lance Russell as cohost of the program this week. The caissons go rolling along with Ranger Ross. More six-man action with the Varsity Club. First Bob Caudle, now Lance Russell, listen as Lance has his mind blown by the Great Muta. Speaking of Muta, Joe Pedicino tries to get himself over as he attempts to expose Muta’s identity.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 4/1/89 (01:38:34)It’s the final show inside WTBS studios. Sigh. And thanks to George Scott, this is the lowest-rated episode of “WCW” in show history. Laminated fan signs return! Shane Douglas makes his NWA debut. Bob Orton makes his return to the area after more than 5 years. Ron Simmons returns to TBS. The Great Muta appears on the Danger Zone, while Gary Hart discusses Muta’s “father”, The Great Kabuki. SST squash as Samu murders a guy with a middle rope DDT. More Muta as he takes on both members of the Cruel Connection. U.S. Tag Team Champions Eddie Gilbert & Rick Steiner vs. Kevin Sullivan & Dan Spivey. Plus, Sting captures the TV Title from Mike Rotunda (6 minutes after the allotted time limit) as we get our first look at CENTER STAGE!
BEHIND THE SCENES NOTES AND NEWS (02:08:00)Brian Pillman headed in. YAY!
Secret Service…. Dennis Condrey? YUCK!
Clash ticket presale is less than 1,000 fans. YIKES!
Conspiracy Theory… Did Vince pay off George Scott to sabotage the NWA? Hmm
NWA Clash of the Champions VI - “ Ragin’ Cajun ” (02:10:56)It’s finally here, “that show in New Orleans”! Are we allowed to call it the Clash yet? We talk at length about the big event. We break down the classic 55+ minute, 2 out of 3 fall bout between World Champion Ricky Steamboat and “Nature Boy” Ric Flair. Plus, The Roadies lose the World Titles (and their first match in 4 years). Seeds are planted for a Teddy Long heel turn, U.S. Tag rematch with Gilbert/Steiner vs. Sullivan/Spivey, the Midnights vs. SST, Reed vs. JYD, Murdoch vs. Orton, Iron Sheik vs. Ranger Ross, and the Great Muta has a showcase match against Steve Casey. Plus, who said Michael Hayes was a better announcer than Jesse Ventura?
GEORGE SCOTT IS FIRED!!! (02:48:38)Ding Dong, George Scott is GONE! How does someone manage to have Steamboat vs. Flair headline a FREE TV event and draw the lowest rating in Clash history? Turner was wondering the same thing. Scott gets the boot and a new booking committee is formed. Plus, Jim Cornette and the Midnight Express give their notice, and other post Clash news and notes.
Promotional Consideration (02:55:20)Free Prize Giveaway News, Follow us on Twitter for your chance to win an Autographed 1989 promo pic of “The Total Package” Lex Luger. Plus, tons of Retro Network news including a Wrestling edition of SequelQuest, Wayback Wednesday Playlists, and WMG’s Ray Russell joins Jason and the gang for an episode of “Bracket Madness” as we decide what the greatest cartoon of the 1980s was.
We guarantee you things only pick up from here. With Scott gone, the TV picks up astronomically with nonstop action, angles, and fresh ideas. We hope you give episode #6 a listen and come back next for episode #7, when we tackle the entire month of April, ’89.
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We continue on with 1989 and the fallout of the Chi-Town Rumble PPV. If you fans missed the PPV Watch-Along episode, do yourselves a solid and head back to episode #4 and check it out. It's a whole lot of fun mixed with a ton of discussion about the PPV and the history of wrestling in general.
And now it's onto episode #5 as we dissect another FOUR WEEKS of NWA TV where we begin with the weekend following Chi-Town Rumble, Feb. 25th, and continue on through March 19th, 1989. That's a month's worth of reviews in one history-packed jumbo-sized monster edition of the Grenade!
As always, along with the TV reviews, we'll have sidebar discussions about a variety of topics going on in the NWA today, including all the latest behind-the-scenes notes and news relevant to the weeks we are covering. Plus it's the February edition of the VIP Jobber of the Month, AND the February '89 NWA Top 10!
We know this is a monster-sized edition, so just in case you need to cut it up into a few periods of free time to get it all in, for your convenience we've included Timestamps below for all of the segments on the show so you can keep track of where you left off. Another tremendous show, so what are you waiting for? Dive on in!
NWA Notes and News for February and March 1989 (00:04:42)
NWA Pro 2/25 (00:09:30)
David Crockett just won’t go away! Steve Casey tries to get over by stealing his brother’s stache. The crowd pops for a Russian Assassins win? Are they trying to force the Fantastics out of the company? We're still trying to identify the Terminators. Based on the card, could this be the worst episode ever?
NWA Worldwide 2/25 (00:17:40)
The NWA introduces the Green Screen of doom. The Fantastics are Poetry in Motion. Dick Murdoch busts out a KIP UP. Can someone find something for Sting to do (besides cutting promos)? Junkyard Dog never leaves his feet, even for the pin. Ivan Koloff's face turn fizzled out of the gate. And who will be Michael Hayes' teammate on the wheel of partners this week?
NWA World Championship Wrestling 2/25 (00:29:10)We're just FIVE DAYS REMOVED from the Chi-Town Rumble PPV and the NWA is GIVING AWAY ALL OF THE FINISHES ON FREE TV???!!! Missy Hyatt returns to manage Hot Stuff. Jim Ross makes a promise he can't keep when he claims he will present an Internationally renowned superstar. If this were 1982 that might be true. Michael Hayes continues to cross the line, and this week he gets bleeped for his troubles. George Scott begins the push for "That Show in New Orleans". Plus the first of three awesome Dan Spivey sound bites, worth the price of admission alone!
VIP Jobber of the Month for February 1989 (00:48:41)
We're back for the next VIP Jobber of the Month Award! Who will win the trophy this time?
It's the NWA Top 10 Parody for the month of February 1989 (00:50:28)
NWA Pro 3/4/89 (00:52:17)
This is it!!! It's finally here!!! It's David Crockett’s FINAL APPEARANCE, I PROMISE! Plus the SST unveil their manager, Michael Hayes continues to spin his Wheel of Partners, and it's time to play Howdy Doody on your coconut with another Dan Spivey sound bite!
NWA Worldwide 3/4/89 (01:03:05)Steve and Ray discuss if the SST was handed a manager too soon. We also discuss the new pay scales for some of the top talent. Is it fair that managers are making as much as the wrestlers? And it's the last of 3 Dan Spivey sound bites as he promises to snap, crackle, and pop AT your bones! Plus, is the grass really greener on the other side?? Can it be true, can George Scott be worse than Dusty Rhodes? Lots of discussions on this episode.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 3/4/89 (01:16:21)
It's the DEBUT of the DANGER ZONE, and Secret Service Jack Victory! More discussions as we talk Missy Hyatt and the First Family and if they work well as faces. Hiro Matsuda scouts his next rock band? Bob Emery EARNS a shot at the TV TItle? Mike Rotunda is christened CAPTAIN of the Varsity Club. Plus, Lex Luger is CLEARLY on a CYCLE, and I don't mean a bike. And, the Iron Sheik is HOW OLD???
NWA Main Event 3/5/89 (01:43:52)
We get a rematch from the main event from Chi-Town Rumble, no, not Steamboat vs. Flair, I’m talking Kendall vs. Casey, as The Windhams take on Eddie Gilbert and Steve Casey in the main event. Plus, Paul E. mocks former client Randy Rose, and they give away FLAIR VS. STEAMBOAT from Chi-Town Rumble on free TV!!! Just WTF?!?!
NWA Pro 3/11/89 (01:52:15)
We talk David Crockett's DEATH STARE at Bob Caudle from his final episode last week (images are on our Twitter!). Kevin Sullivan replaces Crockett on commentary. The round mound of sound, Joe Pedicino, makes his NWA debut, as does the NWA HOTLINE! Call 1-900-909-9900 today, or maybe not. Lex Luger uses a Full Nelson and it's just weird. Flair and Steamboat continue to sell their rematch, but we're never told when or where it is. #Stoopid. And we talk Flair's change in demeanor while in the challenger position. Fun stuff all around.
NWA Worldwide 3/11/89 (02:00:44)
A lackluster card is made up for 100X over by THE DEBUT OF LANCE RUSSELL AS THE NEW HOST!!! Plus, the WWF's American Express reunite, as Spivey and Rotunda team-up for tag team action.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 3/11/89 (02:04:53)
Capt. Mike begins the $10,000 challenge as he shows off his money in a ratty briefcase, IRS would be disgusted. Jim Cornette talks the SST. Jim Ross is a horn dog for Missy, but isn't impressed by the Sheik. Michael Hayes gets compared to... fertilizer? Makes sense. Ric Flair in action, plus count them, 2 promos with the Nature Boy. We learn who was behind Rick Steiner's "accident" They continue to push "That show in New Orleans". Junkyard Dog does his best Akeem impersonation. And.... "Hot Stuff" Rick Steiner? Just look at the episode image!
NWA Main Event 3/12/89 (02:28:36)Dr. Death & Mike Rotunda vs. Dick Murdoch & Michael Hayes. Can you believe Hayes tries to wrestle with Rotunda on the mat? PLEASE! Plus, it's Lex Luger battling Barry Windham.... FROM CHI-TOWN RUMBLE.... Another freebie. Why ever buy a PPV again?
NWA Pro 3/18/89 (02:32:21)6-Man Action with the Varisty Club vs. JYD, Michael Hayes, and Steve Casey. The Iron Sheik takes a "bump" to the floor in classic fashion. Seriously, check out the GIF on our Twitter @RasslinGrenade !
NWA Worldwide 3/18/89 (02:39:02)
Lance Russell and Ric Flair on commentary for the entire episode!!! Plus, Paul E. seeks revenge on Jim Cornette in the form of the SST. And, we have NEWWW United States Tag Team Champions. Oh yeah, and you've GOT to hear this ring announcer! Sound bites galore!
NWA World Championship Wrestling 3/18/89 (02:56:29)
Business is about to pick up, it's the debut of THE GREAT MUTA! The Danger Zone w/JYD. Kevin Sullivan becomes a Coach. Ranger Ross debuts. Jim Ross does his best Ronald Reagan impersonation. We're only two weeks away but we FINALLY get our very first mention of the Clash, in the form of a bumper. And holy crap, Ricky Steamboat cuts a GOOD promo! Plus, the Windhams take on Lex Luger & Michael Hayes which ends in a wild twist.
NWA Main Event (03:21:05)
Quickie Results in under a minute! The main event features Ric Flair and Barry Windham vs. Lex Luger & Eddie Gilbert, We wish we could have found this footage. If someone has this footage drop us a message, ASAP!
And to close the show, Ray Russell can't hold it back any longer and goes on a George Scott Rant. (03:21:56)
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This week on the Grenade, we present a special Hybrid episode as we first look at TV from the weekend of February 18th in the NWA. Then, we follow that up with another special Watch-Along, this time of the NWA's Chi-Town Rumble PPV, featuring Flair vs. Steamboat for the NWA World Title!
NWA Pro 2/18/89 (00:02:34)David Crocket has technically been removed from TV weeks ago but he still won't go away!!! Sting meets the future Billy Gunn, the final match involving the Original Midnight Express, and more.
NWA Worldwide 2/18/89 (00:05:03)
Steamboat goes all "Star Wars" on us as he claims that Ric Flair is from the Darkside. Lex Luger teams with Sting to take on the Cruel Connection. The Varisty Club gear up for 6-man tag team action. Steiner Watch '89 continues as Rick Steiner takes to the ring. Plus, the interesting team of Barry Windham paired with "Hacksaw" Butch Reed, and more.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 2/18/89 (00:07:30)
Debuts Galore! This is the NWA... We Wrestle. Dan Spivey debuts as the newest member of the Varisty Club and gives the first of many insane promos. Just 48 hours before his World Championship Match at Chi-Town Rumble, Ricky Steamboat has a warmup match. The Roadies in another Murder Squash. Vince Young breakdances his way into the NWA. The Samoan Swat Team also make their NWA debut in impressive fashion. Jim Ross just won't let Pearl Harbor go. Plus, is there a First Family Reunion on the way? All of that, and it's some female fan's 18th Birthday. Hear how uncomfortable the program gets when they make a fuss over this girl now being "legal". Yikes!
NWA Chi-Town Rumble
February 20, 1989
- PPV Intro (00:25:33)
- Michael P.S. Hayes vs. The Russian Assassin (w/Paul Jones) (00:31:29, complete with Hayes' Promo)
- Ricky Steamboat and Family Promo (00:51:23)
- Sting vs. "Hacksaw" Butch Reed (w/Hiro Matsuda) (00:52:53)
- Paul E. Dangerously drops a bomb on Jim Cornette just moments before their match. (01:13:55)
- Jim Cornette Responds (01:16:15)
- 6-MAN LOSER LEAVES - Jim Cornette & His Midnight Express vs. Paul E. & His NEW Original Midnight Express (01:17:27)
- NWA World Champion Ric Flair has some final words for The Dragon (01:36:02)
- NWA TV Champion Rick Steiner (w/Scott Steiner) vs. Mike Rotunda. Can Steiner Watch '89 survive another week with George Scott as the booker? Find out here! (01:37:44)
- Road Warriors Promo (1:55:04)
- U.S. Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham vs. "Total Package" Lex Luger (01:56:20)
- Mike Rotunda Promo (02:08:06)
- NWA World Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors vs. Kevin Sullivan & Steve "Dr. Death" Williams (02:09:20)
- Lex Luger Promo (02:19:08)
- Highlights of the Flair/Steamboat feud (2:20:30)
- NWA World Heavyweight Champion "Nature Boy" Ric Flair vs. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat (02:24:15)
- THE REAL MAIN EVENT! Steve Casey vs. Kendall Windham (02:51:40)
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It’s the Wrestling Memory Grenade’s very first WATCH-ALONG! All you have to do is just pop on the WWE Network, press play, and your hosts will do the rest. So, sit back and relax, while hosts Ray Russell and Steve Eckstat take you on a journey back in time to February 15th, 1989, and the NWA’s Clash of the Champions V “St. Valentine’s Massacre”.
You too can watch-along on the WWE Network while the Grenade hosts discuss the live TBS special event and a variety of other topics that pop into their heads throughout the course of the evening. Lots of great discussions and sound bites throughout.
Here’s the breakdown below…
Clash 5 Intro (00:01:33)
Jim Cornette’s Midnight Express vs. The Russian Assassins (00:05:52)
Bob Caudle interviews Ricky Steamboat… and son (00:22:19)
Butch Reed vs. Steve Casey (00:25:00)
Bob Caudle Interviews Word Champion Ric Flair in the ring, and it doesn’t take long for Ricky Steamboat to get involved. (00:44:34)
Lex Luger vs. The Blackmailer (00:57:12)
Rick Steiner Promo (01:11:20)
US Tag Champions Dr. Death & Mike Rotunda vs. The Fantastics (01:11:49)
Ricky Steamboat vs. Bob Bradley (01:26:41)
TV Champion Rick Steiner vs. Rip Morgan (01:35:55)
Michael Hayes, JYD, and Sting Promo… With a cameo from Kevin Sullivan and a padlock. (01:42:11)
World 6-Man Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors & Tenryu vs. Michael Hayes, Sting, and JYD... or is it??? (01:45:!2)
Clash Outro (01:55:31)
We had a blast doing our first Watch-Along and we hope you’ll give it a listen and enjoy hearing our thoughts throughout the event just as much as we enjoyed recording the episode.
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RIP James “Kamala” Harris…. Thank You!
The Grenade is back as we continue to take a trip down the 1989 Timeline of the National Wrestling Alliance. This week we dissect the weeks of January 21st through February 12th, 1989. That’s four weeks of news and reviews all leading up to the Clash of the Champions V “St. Valentine’s Massacre” WTBS Special.
This week we discuss all the comings and goings after the recent shakeup in power. We bid adieu to the likes of Dusty Rhodes, Tony Schiavone, JJ Dillon, David Crockett (say it ain’t so), along with several others. Meanwhile, there’s new blood headed in… including one SCORCHING surprise for The Nature Boy!
George Scott arrives as the new booker of the NWA, but can his old school ways adjust to the modern era?
It’s Steiner Watch ’89! Three weeks and counting. Just how long before the NWA drops the ball on Rick Steiner’s incredibly over character?
Steve Eckstat’s favorite wrestler, Michael “P.S.” Hayes, tries a dropkick not once, but twice! And I do put the emphasis on TRIES.
This week’s episode also marks the debut of a few new features including our sound bite feature, as we have some fun snippets of audio cued up for your enjoyment from the various programs we’ll be reviewing. You’ll also have your first listen at the WMG’s version of the NWA Top 10 for the month of January ’89. And, which enhancement talent performed above and beyond for the month of January 89 and deserves a moment in the spotlight? Find out who the VIP Jobber of the Month is.
On top of discussing the latest behind the scenes news, we’ll be reviewing an insane FIFTEEN TV Programs from this 4-week period. We do our best to get you as prepared as we possibly can before we return with Episode #3 and the Clash V Watch-along. It’s a month’s worth of hype with both Clash of the Champions V and the Chi-Town Rumble PPV right around the corner.
Highlights below…
Championship Wrestling 1/21/89 (00:14:35)
Our very first sound bite, as Jim Cornette declares his Midnight Express Pioneers of tag team wrestling. Then, David Crockett makes an astute observation, as only he can. Plus, Michael Hayes attempts to leave his feet! Fly, Freebird, Fly!
World Championship Wrestling 1/21/89 (00:20:46)Butch Reed makes his return to the sport courtesy of JJ Dillon, Michael Hayes takes on Russian Assassin #2, and just who will “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert select as his mystery partner to take on Ric Flair and Barry Windham? I’ll give you a hint… it’s Ricky Steamboat!
NWA Main Event 1/21/89 (00:33:38)All matches from the Omni! Larry Zbyszko vs. Kendall Windham, Eddie Gilbert vs. Kevin Sullivan, and in the main event Jim Cornette’s Midnight Express vs. Paul E’s Original Midnight Express, and YES, there is a finish!
NWA Championship Wrestling 1/28/89 (00:37:30)
Sting tags with Michael Hayes, and in a game of “Top This” Sting busts out a flying head scissors, so Hayes responds by attempting ANOTHER DROPKICK. Bad move for Badstreet. Also, co-host Steve Eckstat asks the question, “What would have happened had Sting gone to the WWF in the late 80s?”.
NWA Worldwide 1/28/89 (00:45:14)Kendall Windham turns on Eddie Gilbert to join his brother as a Horseman… for like a week. A great audio clip featuring Paul E. Dangerously and Jim Cornette in dueling promos. Plus, Michael Hayes & JYD vs. Russian Assassins, Magnum TA interviews Ric Flair about his recent loss to the returning Dragon, and our own Steve Eckstat points out the creepy perverts in the production truck.
NWA Pro 1/28/89 (00:55:41)
Steve continues to get philosophical as we discuss Magnum TA as an announcer, the Ricky Steamboat “Family Man” gimmick, and why Ted Turner is paying guys like the Junkyard Dog to do nothing. Plus, another great Jim Cornette sound bite.
World Championship Wrestling 1/28/89 (01:08:28)ANGLE ALERT! Ric Flair and Barry Windham seek revenge on Steamboat, but it’s Eddie Gilbert who pays the ultimate price. Butch Reed pins a job guy WITH A SIDE HEADLOCK when the jobber forgets to kick out. Reed makes him pay after the bout. Plus, the Road Warriors have a murder squash, Rick Steiner with Alex, Lex Luger, EVIL Kendall Windham, and Steve continues his discussion of Ricky Steamboat: Family Man.
THE VIP JOBBER OF THE MONTH AWARD FOR NWA – JANUARY 1989 (1:26:00)
Who wins the inaugural VIP Trophy?
The Grenade debuts its own version of the NWA TOP 10 for the month of January 1989! (1:27:19)
Did your favorite star make the cut? To quote the Gorilla… Highly…. Unlikely.
NWA Championship Wrestling AM Show 2/4/89 (01:32:32)
This is the NWA… We Wrestle! Who are the Terminators? Help Steve and Ray figure out the identities of the masked men.
NWA Worldwide 2/4/89 (01:34:58)
It’s David Crockett’s final television appearance, or is it???? Steve continues to add insight as he fantasy-books a Butch Reed baby face program with Ric Flair. We expose George Scott’s original booking plans for Ricky Steamboat’s return. Plus, 6-man action with Paul Jones and his Russian Assassins vs. Michael Hayes, JYD & Ivan Koloff (he’s still here?). Eddie Gilbert BURIES Kendall Windham with a single sentence, Paul E breaks out the “Psycho Yuppie” moniker, and Kevin Sullivan gives Tony Schiavone a bit of advice at the end of the program.
World Championship Wrestling 2/4/89 (01:49:11)Oh, this show is loaded with little gems. Tony Schiavone is off to the WWF and Magnum TA takes his spot. Eddie Gilbert comments on his broken nose at the hands of Flair and Windham. The Horsemen are no more as we welcome the YAMAZAKI Corporation. Jim Ross can’t seem to leave Pearl Harbor in the past. Jim Cornette compares Paul E to… Hitler??? Sting tries to jive talk Butch Reed in an epic fail. Ricky Steamboat in a Public Workout vs. the likes of Dustin Rhodes. Plus, we discuss Magnum vs. David Crockett on commentary, and someone please help me find the Purple Shades worn by Stan Lane here!
We’ve also got TWO, count them, TWO FUTURE STAR ALERTS this week. Tune in to find out which job guys are destined for stardom in the 1990s. All of that and Michael Hayes gets politically incorrect as only he can to close the show. We have too much fun with this episode.
NWA Main Event 2/5/89 (02:13:54)
NWA World Champion Ric Flair defends against “Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert, U.S. Champion Barry Windham defends against the JYD, and the continuing battle of dueling promos between Jim Cornette and Paul E. Dangerously just keeps on keeping on.
NWA Championship Wrestling (Sat. AM) 2/11/89 (02:17:59)
Big 6-man action with The Road Warriors & Paul Ellering vs. The Varsity Club. See what happens when the Club tries to injure the Roadies’ manager, and Hawk obliterates furniture. Plus, Grandpa Munster has a message for you all.
NWA Worldwide 2/11/89 (02:24:48)
Sometimes taping shows out of order can be your enemy. What happens when a booker changes his plans after already taping episodes that are to air AFTER the big angle? There’s a malfunction at the junction when both Eddie Gilbert and Ricky Steamboat cut promos that contradict the Dragon’s debut. What was the original plan for Steamer’s debut? Find out here! Plus, for better or worse, HIRO MATSUDA SPEAKS!
World Championship Wrestling 2/11/89 (02:32:13)I’ve got two words for ya… Kip Montana. Watch as this future superstar takes on the real-life He-Man Action Figure Lex Luger. Plus plenty of action, including Reba McEntire’s favorite wrestler… Dick Murdoch?
NWA Main Event 2/12/89 (02:43:34)
It’s the final show before Clash V!!! Big main event with Sting & Michael Hayes vs. Ric Flair & Barry Windham, and YES, there’s a finish!!! Dave Meltzer claims Heyman and Ross do a better “Bobby and Gorilla” than the actual Bobby and Gorilla. Cummon now, Dave. Plus, Paul E tells Jim Ross he’s worse than David Crockett. How does good ole’ J.R. respond? You might be surprised. (2:48:07)
Come join in the fun as we follow the build all the way to St. Valentine’s Massacre.
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BOOM! The Wrestling Memory Grenade is on the air!
The Grenade will be taking you on a weekly trip down Memory Lane as we focus on one promotion and year at a time. Join us as we analyze everything that happened throughout that 12-month period. It’s a mixture of information, discussions, results, watch-alongs, special guests, and so much more.
Tune in to Episode #1 as we kick things off by examining the National Wrestling Alliance circa 1989. (Note: Thanks to my co-host Steve Eckstat for spoiling the planned in-podcast announcement. He literally lets the cat out of the bag within 2 minutes!!! D’oh)
In our first episode, we’ll recap the tail end of 1988 by discussing the Ted Turner buyout of JCP and the ramifications it had on the NWA. We’ll also talk about the demotion of the head booker and in-ring superstar “the American Dream” Dusty Rhodes. Plus, there’s a new sheriff in town… and his name is Jim Herd!!!
From there, we look at Starrcade ’88 and the fallout it had leading into 1989.
We discuss all of that, plus we’ve tracked down and watched everything we could find from the company that aired between the dates of December 31, 1988 through January 15, 1989. We’ll review all of those results and look into the behind the scenes goings-on as reported by the dirt sheets from that period.
We’ve included a breakdown of some of the results we’ll be discussing below so that you can follow along.
- Ted Turner buys JCP
- Dusty Rhodes loses his power
- Exit the American Dream, Enter Jim Herd
NWA Starrcade ’88 Results and Fallout (00:20:56)
NWA Championship Wrestling 12/31/88 (Sat. Morning Show) (00:34:37)Hosted by David Crockett & Paul E. Dangerously, featuring the likes of the JYD, Paul E’s Original Midnight Express, “Hotstuff” Eddie Gilbert, the Texas Broncos, the Fantastics, tag-team Ladies action, and the “high flying” action of the Commandos.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 12/31/88 (Sat. Night 6:05) (00:46:42)It’s New Year’s Eve, so it’s PSA time as Jim Ross, Eddie Gilbert, and even the evil Paul E. Dangerously remind us not to drink and drive! And featuring a 6-Woman Tag, JYD, Eddie Gilbert, another 5-star classic involving the Commandos, Dustin Rhodes & Kendall Windham, the Original Midnights, the Fantastics, and an appearance by Missy Hyatt. Plus, they give away Starrcade action on FREE TV! What were they thinking???
NWA Main Event 1/1/89 (1:10:25)Those Texas Broncos are at it again. Plus, the Original Midnights vs. The Fantastics, and a huge main event with World Champion Ric Flair teaming with U.S. Champion Barry Windham to take on Bam Bam Bigelow and “American Dream" Dusty Rhodes!!!
NWA Championship Wrestling 1/7/89 (Morning Show) (1:18:47)Hosted this week by David Crockett & Jim Cornette. Featuring tag team action from Sting & Lex Luger, Al Perez & Larry Zbyszko, and the dreaded Russian Assassins. Abdullah the Butcher EATS Segment 6! Plus, youngster Steve Casey, Eddie Gilbert, and a fun but short main event featuring U.S. Champion Barry Windham vs. Capt. Redneck Dick Murdoch.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 1/7/89 moves to 7:05!?!?! Sacrilege!!!A Year-In-Review show highlighting the events of 1988.
NWA Championship Wrestling 1/14/89 (Morning Show) (1:29:28)Hosted by David Crockett & Paul E. Dangerously, featuring a wild angle between the Road Warriors and the Varsity Club just minutes after the Roadies destroy a pair of unfortunate souls in the ring.
Other action involving the Original Midnights, Steve Casey, Dustin Rhodes, Kendall Windham, Al Perez, and Larry Zbyszko. Plus, this week’s main event features the odd pairing of Michael Hayes and the JYD vs. The Russian Assassins.
NWA World Championship Wrestling 1/14/88 (Sat. Night) (1:37:25) ANGLE ALERT!!! Eddie Gilbert battles U.S. Champion Barry Windham to kick off the show, and it leads to a special challenge tag team match for next week! Who will Gilbert’s mystery partner be???
Plus, we’ll see Steve Eckstat’s favorite wrestler Michael P.S. Hayes, the Varsity Club, The Road Warriors, Sting, Lex Luger, the Original Midnights, Al Perez, Larry Zbyszko, Jim Cornette’s Midnight Express, and Dick Murdoch. All of that and Mike Rotunda gets his TV Title rematch against Champion Rick Steiner. Missy Hyatt chats with the Nature Boy Ric Flair, and the Roadies announce their new partner in the 6-Man Tag Team Championships.
NWA Main Event 1/15/89 (2:02:22)
From the Omni, featuring a hodgepodge of 6-man tag team action in the main event when Dusty Rhodes teams with JYD and Rick Steiner to take on the unique pairing of Road Warrior Hawk, Paul Ellering, and… Steve “Dr. Death” Williams???
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