This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Nick Coliadis, and we discuss the World Class Championship Wrestling show that took place on December 25, 1984. It’s viewable for you on Peacock! We talk about:

— The world’s two most powerful forces are gravity, and a pro wrestling manager’s shoe. This comes up when we discuss Kevin Von Erich vs Chris Adams.
— Mike Von Erich is now getting the rocket push and we think it’s a bad idea.
— Kerry Von Erich wrestles Ric Flair again. Has the promotion booked itself into a corner with this feud?
— We understand why they did the split. We also know that Gino Hernandez and Chris Adams maintaining a strong alliance with Gary Hary would have made for great television.
— No offense to Rip Oliver, but he’s not a pushable enough star for WCCW to feature.
— World Class was well known for putting unknown wrestlers into high stakes matches. They did it again on this night.

Plus the age old debate of “Who was better, Bobby and Dennis or Bobby and Stan?” comes up, so what are you waiting for? Hit play and dive into this wicked good episode now!

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Produced by Lou Kipilman

Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network

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This week the STICK TO WRESTLING podcast is turning back the clock to 1994, one of the most exciting years in professional wrestling, for this week’s episode! We’re diving deep into the 1994 Year End Awards, discussing the top talent, unforgettable matches, and more. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the golden era or just love the nostalgia of classic wrestling, this episode is a must-listen!

We break down some of the biggest categories, including:

–Wrestler of the Year
–Tag Team of the Year
–Match of the Year
–Best on Interviews
–Best Promotion

…and more!

Join us as we reminisce about the stars of 1994, including wrestling legends like Hulk Hogan, Bret Hart, Diesel, Paul E. Dangerously, Rock & Roll Express, Sabu, Terry Funk, Owen Hart, Ric Flair, Cactus Jack, Harlem Heat, Shane Douglas, Razor Ramon, Eddy Guerrero, and many others.

So what are you waiting for? Hit play and dive into this wicked good episode now! Whether you were a fan of the Monday Night Wars or you just love classic wrestling analysis, we’ve got you covered.

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Produced by Lou Kipilman

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This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we’re joined by Bob Smith, former writer for the Pro Wrestling Illustrated family of wrestling magazines, and we take questions from the STW Universe! Discussed on this week’s episode:

–Did Mid-South Wrestling wait too long to turn Butch Reed after Junkyard Dog left?
–Terry Gordy as NWA champion…could that have worked?
–How much would the pro wrestling landscape have changed if Hulk Hogan and the Road Warriors remained with the AWA?
–Which wrestlers were and were not good fits for the WWF?
–Is there anything World Class Championship Wrestling could have done long term to hold off the WWF?
–What would have become of The Freebirds had they remained in the WWF?

Plus we’re asked about a fun scenario where Jim Crockett Jr and Fritz Von erich actually cooperate, share talent, and draw big houses, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good episode right now!

STICK TO WRESTLING: Give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed, we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic wrestling podcast.

Produced by Lou Kipilman

Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network

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This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a look at the WWF during the month of December, 1984! This episode highlights key figures from that era and offers a look at the storylines and personalities that defined the promotion at the time.

We talk Bruno Sammartino, Bobby Heenan, Junkyard Dog, Captain Lou Albano, Mil Mascaras, Jimmy Snuka, Bob Orton Jr, Jack & Jerry Brisco, Hillbilly Jim, Nikolai Volkoff, Adrian Adonis, Roddy Piper, Billy Jack Haynes, David Schultz, Andre The Giant, Iron Sheik, Mean Gene Okerlund, Tito Santana, Barry Windham, Kamala, Tonga Kid, Tony Atlas, Blackjack Mulligan, David Sammartino, Big John Studd, Greg Valentine, Ken Patera, Rocky Johnson, Fred Blassie, Angelo Mosca, Brutus Beefcake, Dick Murdoch, Paul Orndorff, Bret Hart, and more!

Plus there’s lots of great and rare audio from this era, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good episode right now!

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Produced by Lou Kipilman

Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network

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This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we honor the 40th Anniversary of Starrcade ’84 with Biran Rodriguez as the guest! On this discussion table this week:

–Who could possibly think one million dollars in 1984 money was actually at stake in the main event? The supposed prize was presented in a way that made it difficult to take seriously. Fans back then were asked to suspend disbelief, but the exaggerated stakes of the match led to questions about the believability of such a high reward in a worked sport like pro wrestling.
–The Ricky Steamboat vs Tully Blanchard match was fantastic, but there was fallout. The impact of the match on both men’s careers and the company’s future is analyzed, with a look at what happened next, particularly in terms of how it fit into the larger booking picture of the time.
–Gordon Solie nicknames a tag team “The Scandinavian Connection”. Huh?
–Why slow motion replays are a terrible idea in a worked sport. It often exposes the artifice of the action and ruins the illusion of competition.
–As the head booker for much of the NWA’s programming, Dusty Rhodes’ creative decisions at Starrcade ’84 are put under the microscope. The discussion highlights both his brilliant storytelling and some of the decisions that could have been better, offering insights into how his booking shaped the show.
–Why babyface turns in wrestling are often carry a fatal flaw.

This episode honors one of the most significant events in wrestling history while dissecting the good, the bad, and the questionable decisions that came with it. It’s a celebration of Starrcade ‘84, but also a candid discussion of its legacy in the world of pro wrestling, so what are you waiting for? Download this WICKED GOOD podcast today!

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Produced by Lou Kipilman

Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network

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This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we enter into Part Two of our discussion of the 2024 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame candidates with John McAdam, Steve Generelli, and Nolen Lake!

We talk John Cena, Paul Orndorff, The Anderson Brothers, Enhancement talent, Greg Valentine, The Young Bucks, Britney Spears, Ric Flair, Roman Reigns, Lex Luger, the Heisman Trophy, Buddy Rose, Spiros Arion, Unibrows, The Steiner Brothers, Umaga, Kevin Sullivan, Bullies, Howard Finkel, Austin Idol, Underrated tag teams, C.M. Punk, and more!

Plus Nolen shares an incredible life story about surviving a heart attack that his doctors said should’ve killed him, a story that goes beyond wrestling and adds a real human touch to the show. So what are you waiting for? Download the latest episode and join us for a WICKED GOOD podcast! We’ll give you sixty minutes of pure wrestling analysis, and whatever else comes with it.

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Produced by Lou Kipilman

Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network

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This week on the STICK TO WRESTLING podcast, we’re diving into a deep, exciting, and sometimes heated discussion about the Top Ten candidates who are currently not in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame.

We’re talking about the legends who shaped the business, including Magnificent Muraco, the British Bulldogs, Morris Sigel, Paul Orndorff, Dory Funk Jr, Jackson Browne, Ken Patera, Hayabusa, Junkyard Dog, Saturday Night’s Main Event, Jey & Jimmy Uso, George Scott, Sabu, Randy Orton, the Von Erichs, Ricky Steamboat, Wild Bull Curry, Tiger Mask, Gino Hernandez, the Rock & Roll Express, Wrestlemania 1, the Grand Wizard of Wrestling, and many more.

With the Observer Hall Class of 2024 just around the corner, we break down who should be in and why they’re being overlooked (or not). You don’t want to miss out on this conversation as we look back at their careers, their influence, and what it takes to make the Hall. Who deserves to be inducted and who’s been overlooked?

Plus there’s Juan Soto free agent talk, so what are you waiting for? Download the latest episode and join us for a WICKED GOOD podcast! We’ll give you sixty minutes of pure wrestling analysis, and whatever else comes with it.

STICK TO WRESTLING: Give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed, we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic wrestling podcast.

Produced by Lou Kipilman

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This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take questions from the STW Universe, including:

–Jim Cornette and The Midnight Express in the WWF…what would that have looked like?
–What originally got us hooked on wrestling?
–Could a Ric Flair vs the Four Horsemen feud have worked?
–What if JCP had just stayed in on the east coast?
–Could WCW still be around if TNN / Spike been more flexible back in 2001?
–What if Vince McMahon were charged in concealing the death of Nancy Angentino?

Plus Steve predicts a bounceback win in the World Series for the New York Yankees, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good episode right now!

STICK TO WRESTLING: Give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed, we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic wrestling podcast.

Produced by Lou Kipilman

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This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we discuss the 1984 Wrestling Observer Newsletter awards, straight from the recently released book of 1984 Observers!

We talk Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan, Dynamite Kid, Bob Backlund, Bruiser Brody, Riki Choshu, Roddy Piper, Sataru Sayama, Kerry Von Erich, Sgt. Slaughter, Kerry Von Erich, Road Warriors, Jerry Lawler, Jimmy Snuka, Chief Jay Strongbow, Ted Dibiase, Michael Hayes, Iron Sheik, Magnum T.A., Jim Cornette, Butch Reed, Tito Santana, Mr. Wrestling II, Jimmy Hart, Brian Blair, Big John Studd, and more!

Plus we discuss the ups and downs of Hall of Fames, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good episode right now!

STICK TO WRESTLING: Give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed, we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic wrestling podcast.

Produced by Lou Kipilman

Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network

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This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWWF in 1974 with popular returning guest John Jance! We talk Bruno Sammartino, Pedro Morales, Andre The Giant, Killer Kowalski, Gorilla Monsoon, Captain Lou Albano, The Valiant Brothers, Chief Jay Strongbow, Bobby Duncum, Stan Stasiak, Larry Hennig, Fred Blassie, Nikolai Volkoff, Strong Kobayashi, Victor Rivera, Otto Von Heller, Johnny Rodz, The Grand Wizard of Wrestling, Haystacks Calhoun, Larry Zbyszko, Stan Hansen, and more!

What are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good episode right now!

STICK TO WRESTLING: Give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed, we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic wrestling podcast.

Produced by Lou Kipilman

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This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we hang out with Greg Klein, the author of the Junkyard Dog biography “The King Of New Orleans”! On this discussion table: -What went into creating and writing the biography. –Greg growing up watching wrestling in Houston. –Bill Watts’ futile attempts at replacing Junkyard Dog. –Did Mid-South fire guys … Continue reading Episode 329: The King Of New Orleans →

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