Between The Sheets

Kris and David are joined by Al Getz (@algetz.bsky.social) to discuss the week that was June 25-July 1, 1985. Topics of discussion include:The syndicated TV ratings among various wrestling promotions, with Mid-South reigning supreme…sort of.JCP running their first show in Los Angeles, which bombs hard.David Crockett returning to TV after being attacked by Nikita Koloff.Dusty Rhodes being Whiskey Bent and Hell-bound.Jim Cornette and The Midnight Express making their JCP/WTBS debut.Antonio Inoki and Fritz Von Erich closing on a talent booking deal.Lady Maxine making her debut in Florida.Bota the Witch Doctor running wild in Memphis.Verne Gagne wanting to lock his wrestlers in with contracts.News on the WWF’s deals with NBC and CBS.Bob Backlund possibly suing the WWF.Roddy Piper's return from vacation as he meets Uncle Elmer on Piper's Pit.Piper also trying to beat up a fan in Philly.Terry Funk gloriously beating the hell out of Mel Phillips on TV.Tons of clips this week on a strong episode of BTS!!!!Tim