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Kris & David are guestless this week to discuss the week that January 25-31, 1992. We talk about Kip Frey wanting Marty Jannetty & Shane Douglas to be the WCW Rockers, Blond Outlaws leaving New Japan, Corey Maclin calling the Kennett Concession Stand Brawl, Bruce Prichard Turns Heel, and the Road to Wrestlemania VIII begins. This is a really good show so listen now!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 0:25:56 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, RINGS, & JWP 0:42:15 Classic Commercial Break 0:46:02 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:18:23 Other North America: Canada, EMLL, UWA, AWF, & WWC 1:35:54 Other USA: USWA, GWF, & Portland 2:11:54 Potpourri 2:41:46 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailb

Kris & David are joined by Joe Sposto this week to discuss the week that was January 18-24, 1995. We talk about the 1995 Royal Rumble and the aftermath of that plus the RAW tapings the night later where there was a questionable injury that took place. We also talk about some great All-Japan matches featuring the usual suspects and some other fun shows in Japan. We then talk about ECW trying to move southwards, New Jack getting arrested, Jim Crockett & Dallas having issues, and the return of Ric Flair from his retirement with the WCW All-Nighter showing lots of his matches to get you ready for it. This was a blast so listen now!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:31:54 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, Michinoku Pro, Other Japan, AAA, EMLL, & UWA 2:04:36 Classic Commercial Break 2:08:53 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2:50:11 Other USA: ECW, SMW, USWA, NWA Dallas, AWA, & Potpourri 4:00:44 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to o

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was January 11-17, 1989. We talk about Dusty Rhodes being removed from power in the NWA and the backlash from that happening. We also talk about the Russians invading New Japan and then we go to a story that spans multiple territories regarding Jerry Lawler and the status of his world title. Then we go to the WWF to talk about the Royal Rumble and Bobby Heenan being on the All-Madden Team. All this and more for a really fun show so check it out!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 0:45:34 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, Other, Stampede, Mexico, & WWC 1:09:26 Classic Commercial Break 1:13:53 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:39:04 Other USA: ACW, SCW, CWA, CWF, WCCW, AWA, & Portland 2:25:18 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to n

Kris Zellner & Dylan Hales discuss the indie wrestling scene around the world looking back from 2016 and looking forward to 2017. We discuss some of our Best Ofs from 2016 and go over all the major promotions and what we think about them going into 2017. This is a tremendous show so listen now!!! --- To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! Or for our Amazon referral link, go to tinyurl.com/btsamazon To subscribe, look for us on iTunes, Google Play, and more, or paste feeds.feedburner.com/btsheets into your favorite podcast app using its “add feed manually” option.Support this podcast at — https://

Kris & David are guestless this week talking about the week that was January 4-10, 1999. We talk about all the insane events going on around the world with 3 major world heavyweight titles changing hands. We talk about all the other events going on with ECW running a big PPV and a fun episode of Memphis Power Pro plus a CAN'T MISS WCW section with the FINGER POKE OF DOOM. This is a must listen show!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:5:3:33 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, BJPW, FMW, Fuyuki Army, Michinoku Pro, WPW, Other, AJPW, & LLPW 1:40:39 Other North America: Canada, EMLL, IWRG, & IWAPR 2:04:28 Classic Commercial Break 2:06:56 The Amazon Game 2:44:59 ECW 3:30:11 Other USA: IPW(A), Music City Wrestling, MPPW, IWAMS, & Potpourri 3:51:24 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not o

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was December 28, 1990-January 3, 1991. We talk about the return of Dusty Rhodes to WCW and the return of WCW talent to Family Feud. We also talk about Eddie Gilbert possibly leaving Memphis and the first TV tapings for a Joe Pedicino led group in Dallas. We also talk about Joe Pedicino's wedding and the birth of International World Class Championship Wrestling. Plus we close out with Bobby Heenan being popped for weed on an airplane. This is a damn fun show so check it out!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 0:41:05 Int’l: NJPW, RINGS, EMLL, & UWA 0:52:59 Classic Commercial Break 0:56:53 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:30:44 USWA: Memphis & Dallas 2:02:54 The Three Ps: Portland, Pedicino, & Potpourri 2:25:36 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Pa

Kris Zellner is joined by Mike "Papa" Hales to discuss his great journey as a wrestling fan. We talk about his early days as a child as a fan in Minnesota & New Mexico talking about the early days of the Funks, Ricky Romero, and others. We then focus on the Chattanooga wrestling scene of the 70's and all the great characters that came through the territory back then. This is such a fun show as Papa Hales is one of the most charming people you will ever meet so check it out!!!! --- To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! Or for our Amazon referral link, go to tinyurl.com/btsamazon To su

Kris Zellner is joined by Alan4L (DKP) to discuss the renaissance of Keiji Mutoh in 2001. We talk about where Mutoh was going into 2001 and how unbelievable it was that Mutoh had such a career resurgence that year. We talk about the key matches and angles that Mutoh was involved in during the year and hopefully we steer you to watch some of the great matches online because there were some real classics. This is a great show!!! --- To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! Or for our Amazon referral link, go to tinyurl.com/btsamazon To subscribe, look for us on iTunes, Google Play, and more, or paste fee

In this preview of the latest Patreon-exclusive, themed edition of Between The Sheets, Kris and David talk about Bruno Sammartino’s return to the WWF, including how obvious it was that Vince McMahon hated Bruno Jr. For the whole show, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and support the show at the show for just $5/month. Here's the description for the full show: Kris and David return with more exclusive audio as it’s time for Volume 3 of the national expansion era series. This time, we've got a short, packed time period to cover, including Bruno Sammartino's return to the WWF, rumors flying everywhere about whether or not World Class is in bed with the WWF, the launch of Pro Wrestling USA, TV partners being unhappy with the WWF, Riki Choshu and his Ishingundan stable jumping to AJPW, and much more. A great show, so we hope you enjoy it! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Eastern Wrestling News September 1984 0:44:36 Mat Results September 1984 1:56:00 Shedlock August to September 1984 & Wrestling Observer

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was December 21-27, 1992. We talk about the early rumblings of Ric Flair going to back WCW, SMW's first Christmas Chaos tour, sex change accusations in Memphis, Arn Anderson & Erik Watts brawl at a gas station, & Rick Rude gets ripped in Kathie Lee Gifford's book. A fine show if I must say. Also thanks to everyone who voted for us in the 2016 Sheety Awards as we won Best Podcast, Jeff Hawkins for Best Guest, and Best Co-Host!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:35:00 Int’l: Japan, Canada, Mexico, & Puerto Rico 0:53:12 Classic Commercial Break 0:57:15 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:27:55 Other USA: SMW, USWA, GWF/Dallas, & Portland 2:17:31 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the mon

Kris & David are joined by Maxwell Baumbach (RBR Podcast) to discuss the week that was December 14-20, 1998. We talk about WCW & NBC doing business with each other, Ric Flair's "heart attack" on Nitro, Royce Gracie finally losing, new blood in ECW, A Power Pro Christmas, Wrestling With Shadows, & Sable shooting for Playboy. Lots of great stuff on this show so check it out!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 2:12:23 Japan (AJPW, Battlarts, Fuyuki Army, & Arsion), MMA, & Europe 2:53:17 Classic Commercial Break 2:55:05 The Amazon Game & Housekeeping 3:26:49 Mexico: AAA, EMLL, & IWRG 3:40:16 Other USA: ECW & Memphis Power Pro Wrestling 4:15:22 Potpourri: Wrestling with Shadows edition 4:40:32 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was December 7-13, 1986. We talk about Andre the Giant coming back to the WWF and his status as a heel as well as the early plans for WrestleMania III. We also talk about Honky Tonk Man's big surprise and WWF's plans for a Japan tour. All-Japan & New Japan ended their tag league tours and we go over the results and how great the shows were. We also go over all the territories from this period with some great names being thrown around. We close talking about the rigid schedule of JCP and John Nord possibly coming in so you can't not love this show!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:54:29 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, Montreal, Stampede, EMLL, & WWC 1:17:49 Classic Commercial break 1:20:00 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:58:22 USA Southeast: Memphis, Continental, & Florida 2:24:43 Metroplex: UWF & WCCW 2:52:01 USA West: Central States, AWA, WWA, & Portland 3:12:01 Jim Crockett Promotions To support the show and get access t

Kris Zellner is joined by Rob Naylor (Highspots Network) to discuss the history of the NWA/WCW World TV Title. We talk about the reason why it became a world title and then run down all the major champions along with some of their notable matches during their reigns. We also talk about the legacy of the title and how Vince Russo tried to kill it in 1999. This is a really fun show so check it out!!! --- To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! Or for our Amazon referral link, go to tinyurl.com/btsamazon To subscribe, look for us on iTunes, Google Play, and more, or paste feeds.feedburner.com/btsheets in

Kris & David are joined this week by Matt Farmer (MLW Podcast Network) for the 2nd half of the show as we discuss the week that was November 30- December 6, 1994. We talk about Randy Savage entering WCW and Vince McMahon trying to stop it from happening. We talk about FMW & AJW doing big business in Japan as well as the changing scene in Mexico. Matt joins us to talk about the aftermath of Art Barr's death and his funeral plus what's going on in SMW & USWA. All that and lots more on this week's BTS!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 1:07:36 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, WAR, FMW, UWFI, & AJW) & Canada 1:32:55 Classic Commercial Break 1:36:28 Sheety Awards Campaigning & The Amazon Game 2:12:36 Mexico: AAA & EMLL 2:56:50 Other USA: Portland, ECW, SMW, USWA, & Potpourri 3:32:32 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Betwee

Kris Zellner is joined by Barry Rose (CWF Archives) to discuss the Florida & Southern Heavyweight Title scene from 1973 to 1976. We talk about all the different champions of this era and their opponents. We talk about who worked and who didn't which may surprise you and Barry brings his excellent memory yet again to this series. I learned some on this show and you will, too!!!! --- To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! Or for our Amazon referral link, go to tinyurl.com/btsamazon To subscribe, look for us on iTunes, Google Play, and more, or paste feeds.feedburner.com/btsheets into your favor

In this preview of the latest Patreon-exclusive, themed edition of Between The Sheets, Kris and David talk about the WWF Action Line, the WWF’s first attempt at a pay-per-call phone hotline. Hear about the great promos that it sounds like the wrestlers cut on each other on the Action Line, a side-discussion about Parade Magazine for some reason, and more! For the whole show, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and support the show at the show for just $5/month. Here's the description for the full show: Kris and David are back with more exclusive audio in the form of Volume 2 of the national expansion era series! More than anything else, this episode deals with the fallout of Black Saturday, when the WWF took over the Superstation WTBS wrestling time slots, as well as the launch of the first UWF in Japan. Learn about Dave Meltzer’s psychic powers, the media coverage of Black Saturday, how TBS explained giving Ole Anderson his own new show, the finances of NJPW and AJPW in the early ‘80s, the “WWF Action

Kris & David are joined by Beau James (King of Kingsport) to discuss the week that was November 23-29, 1993. We discuss Hulk Hogan snitching on Vince McMahon, Survivor Series including RnR vs. Heavenly Bodies bombing, Bobby Heenan leaving, Terry Funk as a Red Knight, The Gilberts cutting a shoot promo in W*ING and quitting, Public Enemy being arrested, Jim Cornette's hatred for Eastern Kentucky, and Eric Bischoff talking to HBO....This show is stacked and pretty damn great so listen now!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:25:52 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, W*ING, AKJA, & AJW 2:01:44 Classic Commercial Break 2:04:12 The Amazon Game 2:25:36 Mexico: AAA 2:33:33 ECW, SMW, & USWA 3:46:08 Dallas & Potpourri 4:11:18 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed

Kris & David are guestless talking about the week that was November 16-22, 1987. We discuss the Pennsylvania State Athletic Commission possibly disbanding, The Road Warriors signing a 5-year deal with JCP, wild news in Memphis with great clips, Stan Hansen talking to World Class, AWA sadness, and Hulk Hogan rallying the troops for Survivor Series. This is a very fun show!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Potpourri 0:18:36 Jim Crockett Promotions 0:55:59 International: AJPW, NJPW, & Stampede Wrestling 1:19:12 The Amazon Game 1:49:09 Eastern USA: Continental & Memphis 2:29:51 Western USA: WCCW, AWA, & Portland 2:47:58 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat ro

Kris & David are joined by The Fray Movement to discuss the week that was November 9-15, 2002. We talk about Vince Russo & Jerry Jarrett sharing the book for TNA and talk about quite the TNA PPV that week. We also talk about the birth of WRESTLE-ONE & World Japan also all the happenings in Mexico & Puerto Rico. We then talk about CZW & ROH doubleheader in Philly on 11/9 along with more of the great US Indie scene in that era plus the engagement of Sean Waltman & Joanie Laurer. We also close with WWE and how Paul Levesque was God at this time. A total blast so check it out!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 TNA 1:11:50 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, WJ, Wrestle-1, Battlarts, BJPW, DDT, Kageki, NMC Pro, Osaka Pro, WMF, East vs. West, Gaea, & Neo) & Europe (ASW & WWA) 2:17:28 The Amazon Game 2:37:31 Latin America: AAA, CMLL, IWRG, IWAPR, & WWC 2:46:54 Philadelphia Indies: ROH/CZW double header, ROH, XPW, & PWF 3:36:09 Other U.S. Indies: IWAMS, Portland, & Potpourri 3:58:28 WWE To

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was November 2-8, 1991. We discuss J.J. Dillon possibly returning to manage Ric Flair in the WWF, Bret Hart having a shocking meeting with The Mountie, Bob Backlund being a big draw for UWFi, the death of Gran Davis, lots of news about GWF and their financial issues, and WCW wackiness abound as usual. This is a very fun show so check it out!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:44:18 Japan (NJPW, SWS, FMW, Universal, W*ING, PWFG, UWFI, & JWP) & Europe (ASW) 1:17;24 The Amazon Game 1:38:46 Mexico: EMLL & UWA 1:56:17 Other USA: USWA, ICWA, GWF, Portland, & Potpourri 2:40:00 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment,