Between The Sheets

In this preview of the first Patreon-exclusive, themed edition of Between The Sheets, David, Kris, and Pete Lederberg talk about: * Southwest Championship Wrestling's disastrous tour of New England. * How Hulk Hogan spun his AWA departure in the local Twin Cities media during a backstage interview the night he won the WWF Championship at Madison Square Garden. 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: The first Patreon-exclusive, themed Between The Sheets show is here! Kris and David are joined by Pete Lederberg to go through the first 10 months or so of the national expansion of the WWF, starting with the June 1983 issue of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Hear about the original plans for Hulk Hogan vs. Andre the Giant, who saw the expansion coming, how the various territories were doing, non-WWF expansion efforts, how Hulk Hogan smoothed over his reputation in Minnesota after "no-sho

Kris & David are joined by Dave Musgrave (Wrestling Culture) to discuss the week that was October 26-November 1, 1997. We talk about Ric Flair's contract status in WCW and then Halloween Havoc featuring maybe the greatest match ever on a WCW PPV and one of the worst angles ever. We talk about how to make dry ice bombs thanks to Big Japan, riots in Tijuana and in ECW, the aftermath of USWA dying, and the wackiness of WWF pre-Survivor Series 97. This is a damn good show so listen now!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 1:51:45 Japan (NJPW, BJPW, FMW, IWA, WAR, Pancrase, AJW, & JWP) & Germany 2:21:22 The Amazon Game 3:07:51 Latin America: WWC, AAA, EMLL, Promo Azteca, & Tijuana 3:24:49 Other USA: ECW, JAPW, Memphis, IWAMS, Portland, & Potpourri 4:05:34 UFC 4:22:52 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

Kris & David are joined by Dr. Keith Lipinski (AAW/Dr. Keith Presents) to discuss the week that was October 19-25, 1996. We talk about Bret Hart signing his 20-year deal with the WWF and how Hulk Hogan & Randy Savage's negotiations with the WWF at the time too affected everything. We also talk about the In Your House Buried Alive PPV and all those happenings. We also talk about all the happenings in Japan plus one of the wildest press conferences ever in Mexico. This is a tremendous show so listen now!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:29:05 Japan: NJPW, IWA, MIchinoku Pro, RINGS, UWF, AJW, & Pancrase 2:04:04 The Amazon Game 2:41:34 Latin America: Mexico & WWC 3:09:26 Other USA: MEWF, ECW, USWA, CWA, & Potpourri 3:48:03 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 talking about the week that was October 12-18, 2004. We talk about Pat Patterson leaving the WWE and why that happened plus the $1,000,000 Tough Enough finalists and their chances to win. We talk about Riki Choshu coming back to New Japan and the political maneuvering that was going on. We also talk about the tragic career ending injury to Naohiro Hoshikawa and how this was the beginning of the downfall of ZERO-ONE. We also talk about everything going on in Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, US Indies, and finally TNA where the craziness was going on back then as well. This is a great show so listen now!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWE 1:26:59 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, Noah, Dragon Gate, IWA, K-Dojo, Osaka Pro, Toryumon X, Zero-One, Gaea, K-1, Pancrase,& Pride) & Germany 2:33:33 The Amazon Game 3:10:01 Other North America: Canada, AAA, EMLL, IWRG, Monterry, & IWAPR 3:37:40 U.S. Indies (CZW, 3PW, ROH, OVW, USACW, NWA Wildside, & Rev Pro) & Potpourri 4:31:57 TNA To sup

Kris & David are joined by Chandler Biggins (aiwrestling.com – “The Card is Going to Change” podcast) to discuss the week that was October 5-11, 2001. We talk about Hall & Nash coming back to the WWF and how the Invasion is playing out the string as well as changes in the WWF writing staff. New Japan’s Tokyo Dome show on 10/8 and Antonio Inoki dipping his toes in every group in Japan. Sam Greco returning to K-1 along with a newcomer in Bob Sapp, Ray Gonzalez turning on Carly Colon, US Indies galore, and a segment on John Collins which is MUST LISTEN AUDIO. Everyone listen to this show ASAP!!!! 0:00:00 WWF 1:01:18 Japan: NJPW, Noah, DDT, FMW, Osaka Pro, Toryumon, K-1, J’d, & NEO, 2:04:29 The Amazon Game 2:36:47 Americas: Canada, CMLL, IWRG, WWC, & Trinidad 3:02:45 U.S. Indies: PWF, NWA Wildside, IWA Mid-South, & XWF 3:31:55 Potpourri 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/BetweenTheSheet

Kris & David are joined by John McAdam to discuss the week that was September 28-October 4, 1985. We talk about Ric Flair & The Andersons breaking Dusty Rhodes’ ankle at The Omni. Magnum T.A. getting booed, AJPW & NJPW going through transitions, Jerry Lawler vs. Ric Flair in Memphis, Chris Von Erich singing, Super Clash at Comiskey Park, The Wrestling Album, and lots more. Timestamps: 0:00:00 Jim Crockett Promotions 0:36:39 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, AJW, Stampede, & Montreal 1:16:56 The Amazon Game 1:55:26 USA East: ICW, Memphis, All-South, CWF, & CCW 2:34:27 USA West: Mid-South, WCCW, TASW, Central States, AWA, & Portland 3:34:13 WWFSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris & David are joined by Joe Gagne (Joe vs. The World) to discuss the week that was September 21-27, 1995. We talk about the In Your House show featuring HBK & Diesel vs. British Bulldog & Yokozuna for all the WWF Titles and everything else WWF related for the period. We also talk about the beginning of the New Japan vs. UWFi feud and how that was also affecting the upcoming NJPW vs. WCW feud. We go to Mexico talking about the greatness of Rey Mysterio Jr. vs. Psicosis in AAA and their competition with EMLL for their Anniversario show. We talk about ECW, SMW, USWA, and even UFC before going to WCW to talk about the big merger with Time Warner & Turner. A really fun show!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:08:14 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, FMW, Michinoku Pro, RINGS, AJW, & GAEA) & Germany 1:46:50 The Amazon Game 2:25:53 Mexico 2:52:29 Other USA (ECW, SMW, & USWA) & Potpourri 3:19:34 UFC 3:26:33 WCWSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inqui

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was September 14-20, 1998. We discuss the return of Ric Flair to Nitro in Greenville, South Carolina and how magical of an experience it was. We also talk about Masahiro Chono vacating the IWGP Title, the birth of Toryumon, AAA Verano de Escandalo craziness, Sid Vicious returning to Memphis for Power Pro, and Jacquelyn’s breasts showing on live TV on USA Network. A really fun show so listen now!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 1:18:43 Japan: NJPW, Fuyuki Army, Michinoku Pro, Toryumon, Pancrase, & LLPW 1:58:52 The Amazon Game, In-House Notes, & Plugs 2:40:46 Mexico: AAA, EMLL, & IWRG 3:15:16 ECW 3:46:14 MPPW & Potpourri 4:20:54 WWFSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was September 7-13, 1990. We talk about Eddie Gilbert rumored to becoming a producer in the WWF, a long Brother Love segment with Ultimate Warrior & Sherri, Mark Callaway getting a role in Suburban Commando, the greatness of AJPW & NJPW at this time, Jerry Jarrett & Kevin Von Erich going to legal battle, Herb Abrams making a splash, and lots of fun NWA stories. A fun show so listen now!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:46:50 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, & UWF) & Europe 1:09:08 The Amazon Game 1:50:20 Latin America: EMLL, UWA, & WWC 2:01:37 USWA & USA East (SAPW, Peach State Wrestling, & FCW)) 2:37:50 USA West (AWA, PWA, UWF, & Portland) & Potpourri 2:58:07 WCWSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris Zellner is joined by Scott Bowden (Kentucky Fried Wrestling) to discuss the key people and feuds of Jarrett Promotions in Memphis from the Summer of 1977 to the end of 1981. Scott of course is one of the best managers ever to work the territory and was a fan for many years before he became a performer so he brings a great insight to all the major figures that came through Memphis at this time. We discuss Jerry Lawler’s power as a babyface and a heel, the emergence of Austin Idol, Bill Dundee, Tommy Rich, Jimmy Valiant, and many many more. If you love Memphis…..THIS SHOW IS FOR YOUSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris & David are joined by Jordan Breen (Sherdog) to discuss the week that was August 31-September 6, 1988. We discuss the potential sale of the NWA and why Dusty Rhodes was such a douchebag on TV at the time, we also talk about Antonio Inoki being a total opportunist, Maritimes Memories from Jordan, Memphis vs. Continental on FNN, World Class management issues, and the impending birth of Akeem the African Dream. Part of this didn’t record and it’s talked about during the show but other than that this is a really great show!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Jim Crockett Promotions 1:31:05 Japan: AJPW & NJPW 2:03:20 The Amazon Game & in-house notes 2:52:35 Other North America: Canada, EMLL, UWA, & WWC 3:11:17 USA East: CWA, CWF, & SCW 3:48:27 USA West: WCCW & AWA 4:07:37 WWFSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris & David are guestless this week talking about the week that was August 24-30, 2005. We talk about the wackiness of Wrestle Reunion and how the WWE was treating the Dudleyz, PRIDE at their peak in Japan and the United States, Antonio Pena’s health going down, CIMA & Shingo Takagi debuting in ROH, the difference of OVW under Heyman compared to Cornette, TNA going to Spike and how WWE was caught in the crossfire. This is long but interesting show! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WrestleReunion 0:59:20 MMA: Pride & UFC 1:12:35 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, Noah, Zero-One, BJPW, DDT, Futen, Pancrase, & LLPW 1:53:39 Europe: IWA Switzerland & UK News 2:03:31 The Amazon Game 2:28:56 Latin America: AAA, CMLL, IWRG, Monterrey, IWA Puerto Rico, & WWC 2:53:11 U.S. Indies: ROH, IWC, OVW, TNA, & Potpourri 3:41:21 WWESupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was August 17-23, 1993. We talk about Jim Herd meeting with the Justice Department regarding WWF, the Lex Express rolling on, Terry Gordy having a serious health issue, SMW’s First Ever Fan Week, Vince McMahon comes to Memphis, and the debut of the Shockmaster. This is a loaded show so listen!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:44:39 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, FMW, Michinoku Pro, RINGS, SPWF, AJW) & CWA 1:18:51 The Amazon Game 1:46:41 Other North America: WFWA, EMLL, & UWA 2:04:09 Eastern USA: ECW, SMW, & USWA 3:00:01 Texas & Potpourri 3:32:06 WCWSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris & David are joined by Jim Valley (Pro Wrestling Torch) to discuss the week that was August 10-16, 1989. We talk about Ric Flair’s trials as the head booker of the NWA with some incoming talent coming to help. We talk about Big Van Vader winning the IWGP Title and the USA/Russians/Team Japan competition. We also talk about the debut of Texas Dirt in Memphis as well as the epic Buddy Landel vs. Nightmare Freddy match. We also talk about the first ever USWA show in Dallas and just why didn’t the WWF make a bigger deal about jobbing out Andre the Giant on house shows to the Ultimate Warrior. This is a really fun show so check it out!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 1:12:07 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, UWF, FMW, Stampede, & WWC 1:57:43 The Amazon Game & in-house notes 2:36:42 USA East-ish: CWF, CWA, & USWA 2:59:49 USA West (AWA & Portland) & Potpourri 3:46:01 WWFSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris & David are joined by Tom Green (Everywhere You Look) to discuss the week that was August 3-9, 2003. We talk about some horrendous WWE television and Bryan Alvarez backstage at RAW. We talk about everything in Japan especially Dramatic Dream Team, Santo & Super Parka heading to a mask match, Puerto Rico craziness, US Indies bonanza, and some early TNA wackiness….this is a really strong show!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:03:23 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, DDT, Michinoku Pro, Osaka Pro, Toryumon, World Japan, Zero-One, AJPW, & LLPW) & UK (Reunion & FWA) 1:51:15 The Amazon Game 2:06:12 Mexico (AAA, CMLL, Monterrey, & Tijuana)) & Puerto Rico (IWA & WWC) 2:37:25 U.S. Indies: CZW, IWA Mid-South, OVW, ROH, NWA Wildside, Revolution Pro, & XPW 3:23:09 Potpourri 3:35:44 NWA-TNASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris Zellner is joined by John McAdam to discuss the career of one “Hacksaw” Butch Reed. We examine his beginnings going the territories and how good he got in such a short time span. We talk about his battles with all the major stars of his era and his amazing run in Mid-South. Lots of great tales about the angles and matches that shaped his career so check it out!!!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris & David are joined by Jordan Breen (Sherdog) to discuss the genesis of the Brawl for All concept from WWF in 1998 and how everything went down. We discuss all the fights and how each competitor fared good or bad. We also talked about the aftermath of the BFA and how the WWF really screwed it up plus how Butterbean became the true winner in all of this. This is a really strong show!!!! 0:00:00 Week 1 – Mero-Blackman & Bradshaw-Canterbury 0:29:58 Week 2 – Savio-Brakus & Hawk-Droz 0:45:26 Week 3 – Gunn-Holly & Severn-Godfather 1:09:49 Week 4 – Doc-Pierre & Scorpio-8 Ball 1:20:03 Week 5 – Doc-Gunn 1:27:54 Week 6 – Godfather-Scorpio 1:59:55 Weeks 7 & 8 – Savio-Droz & Gunn-Godfather 2:26:18 Week 9 – Gunn-Bradshaw 2:36:53 Aftermath & WrestleMania XVSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris & David are joined by Michael Sempervive (Wrestling Observer Live) to discuss the week that was July 27-August 2, 1991. We discuss WWF’s early plans for Ric Flair, Wacky WWF steroids talk, Octagon in the tabloids, A Dirty White Wedding, and WCW trying to bring back Ric Flair. All of this and much more in a very fun show!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:18:53 Japan: NJPW, FMW, RINGS, & UWFI 1:44:06 The Amazon Game 2:00:50 Mexico: EMLL & UWA 2:12:35 Other USA: USWA, GWF, Portland, LPWA, & Potpourri 2:45:11 WCWSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris Zellner is joined by Barry Rose (CWF Archives) to discuss the 25 Greatest Angles in the history of Championship Wrestling from Florida. We discuss the key angles of the promotion from the early 60’s all the way until the end in 1987 and most of the major players in the promotion’s history. So if you love Dusty Rhodes, Jack Brisco, Terry Funk, Kevin Sullivan, Magnificent Muraco, Steve Keirn, and many more this is a must listen show. If you have never really watched CWF then this is DEFINITELY a must listen show!!!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

To celebrate the first year of Between the Sheets, Bix and Kris (with help from fans of the show) put together the best moments of the first 52 episodes. Enjoy! Time stamps: 0:00:00 Intro 0:19:03 Beau James on the GOAT Memphis TV episode (Ep. #33 – March 1st – March 7th, 1986) 1:04:11 Rob Naylor on Al Blake & muscle bears (Ep. #24 – December 29th, 1986 – January 4th, 1987) 1:19:04 Pete Lederberg on Ricky Steamboat & Bob Backlund being family men (Ep. #41 – April 26th – May 2nd 1987) 1:23:05 Jeff Hawkins on his run-ins with “Jammin’” Mitch Snow. Also: Millennials. (Ep. #50 – June 28th – July 4th, 1988) 1:31:17 Dylan Hales on the Sheety Awards and the Windhams’ counterfeiting ring (Ep. #23 – December 22nd – December 28th, 1989) 1:58:40 Dylan Hales on Hulk Hogan vs. Richard Belzer, Alex Riley’s dad, and the city of St. Louis (Ep. #23 – December 22nd – December 28th, 1989) 2:21:27 In which we discuss Bill Watts on race relations (Ep. #30 – February 9th – February 15th, 1993) 2:45:35 Dave