Episodes

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This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we discuss wrestling events from Christmas Night and Christmas Week from 1985! –Stan Hansen becomes the new AWA champion on a show held in New Jersey. –The breakup of Gino Hernandez and Chris Adams begins. –The NWA is on fire with the Ric Flair vs Dusty Rhodes feud at the top of the card. –The Von Erichs and The Freebirds are back at it. –The AWA tag champions are Jimmy Garvin and Steve Regal, one of the weakest teams to claim a world championship. –Was Lance Von Erich a good wrestler, or even a good idea? That’s debatable. What’s not debatable is that he was over, and that’s what counted. Plus Johnny Mac is still lamenting not going to the Pro Wrestling USA show from the New Jersey Meadowlands forty years ago, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good podcast today! STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 391: Follow Your Own Advice appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Dec 12

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we get down to brass tacks and analyze the WWF during the month of December 1985! We talk Bruno Sammartino, Bobby Heenan, Hulk Hogan, Terry Funk, Roddy Piper, Randy Savage, Jimmy Hart, Andre the Giant, British Bulldogs, Jesse Ventura, Don Muraco, Tito Santana, Ricky Steamboat, Fred Blassie, Hillbilly Jim, Bob Orton Jr, Miss Elizabeth, Pedro Morales, King Kong Bundy, Mr, Fuji, Tony Atlas, Paul Orndorff, Adrian Adonis, Nikolai Volkoff, Mr. Wrestling II, King Tonga, Uncle Elmer, Mad Dog Vachon, , Hart Foundation, Brutus Beefcake, Hercules Hernandez, Captain Lou Albano, Junkyard Dog, Big John Studd, Hillbilly Jim, George Steele, Iron Sheik, Killer Bees, Lanny Poffo, Ted Arcidi, Cousin Junior, Danny Spivey, and more! Plus we share lots of great, rare audio, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good podcast today! STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 390: So You’re Telling Me…Six Months appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Dec 5

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take mailbag questions from out listeners! Topics include: –Should Jim Crockett have made more of an effort to make Ted Turner a partner? –Let’s say WCW had won the 90’s wrestling war. Would their programming have been canceled anyway, thus destroying the company? –Could Rick Rude have turned face if a fellow Heenan family member turned against him? –Did Ric Flair need to be the NWA champion? –Would Ricky Steamboat have worked as a replacement for the injured Sting in 1990? And if Steamboat hadn’t left the NWA in 1989, what do you do with him? –Could Don Muraco could have carried the WWF or NWA as world champion? Plus we really do discuss the best one thousand days of wrestling, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good podcast today! STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 389: The Best 1,000 Days of Wrestling appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Nov 28

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we talk Portland Wrestling from 1985! On the discussion table: –This small promotion had a few major events. We talk about them and analyze the impact these shows had on the health of Portland Wrestling. –Sometimes pro wrestlers stretch the truth a bit. We share an extreme example. –Ed Wiskowski unveils a rather exotic new gimmick. –WWF and WCW were expanding. How did that affect Portland Wrestling? –The future Lance Von Erich gets his start in the promotion, right in the city of Portland. –Russian spies have always been a real thing. Alexis Smirnoff was definitely not Russian, but was he a spy? Plus Johnny Mac shares a story about how Bobby Jaggers would pick up women at bars, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good podcast today! STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 388: How Are We Supposed To Top That? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Nov 21

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we beat the rush and review Starrcade ’85, The Gathering! Talking points include: –The Magnum T.A. vs Tully Blanchard “I Quit” Cage Match was the best Cage Match of the 80’s, the best Starrcade match ever, and the best U.S. match not involving Ric Flair of the entire decade. –The finish of the Ric Flair vs Dusty Rhodes main event for the NWA title left many fans unsatisfied. What should the finish have been? –There were too many title matches, too many gimmick matches, and far too much blood spilled. Starrcade ’85 was a tremendous and memorable event regardless. –Some traditional Mid-Atlantic Wrestling fans were disappointed that they were sharing this event with Atlanta. Did the promotion have a choice? –This was the biggest night of Buddy Landell’s life, but it should not have been. We fill you in on the details. Plus Johnny Mac goes off on a Scott Steiner rant posted on Twitter, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good podcast today! STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 387: Discovering Enhancement appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Nov 14

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we talk WWF from November 1985! Hulk Hogan, Bruno Sammartino, Terry Funk, Roddy Piper, Bobby Heenan, Randy Savage, Jesse Ventura, Andre The Giant, Ricky Steamboat, Jimmy Hart, British Bulldogs, Paul Orndorff, Barry Windham, Gene Okerlund, Magnificent Muraco, Bob Orton Jr, Tito Santana, Greg Valentine, Junkyard Dog, The Hart Foundation, Adrian Adonis, King Kong Bundy, Miss Elizabeth, Hercules Hernandez, Iron Sheik, Hillbilly Jim, Big John Studd, Fred Blassie, Captain Lou Albano, Mr. Fuji, Johnny Valiant, Uncle Elmer, Brutus Beefcake, Nikolai Volkoff, Dan Spivey, and more. Plus we discuss the legends of the Wendi Richter “screwjob”, David Sammartino’s “phantom submission”, Piper’s Pit as the main event, and more. What are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good podcast today! STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 386: A Screwjob? Maybe Not. appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Nov 7

This week on Stick To Wrestling we discuss the WWF during the first part of November 1985! We recap the November 2, 1985 edition of Saturday Night’s Main Event. The card is a useful snapshot of late-1985 WWF booking: larger-than-life babyfaces vs. powerhouse heels, a building block for future feuds, the company balancing title protection with storyline advancement, and silly yet entertaining skits. From there we provide detailed analysis of The Wrestling Classic Pay Per View, a historically significant event that was the the first WWF event sold exclusively on cable television. It paved the way for future major events like Wrestlemania, Survivor Series, Royal Rumble, and SummerSlam. We also talk about the November 2 edition of “Championship Wrestling”, results from early November, the death of Rick McGraw, innocent ring attendants, flawed Halloween pumpkin pass contests, 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 podcast today! STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 385: The Original Big Bossman appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Oct 31

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we speak with Brian Solomon, the author of Irresistible Force: The Life and Times of Gorilla Monsoon! Brian’s appearance was a welcome shot to the external occipital protuberance as pandemonium broke loose on this week’s podcast! We could literally cut the electricity with a knife as we discuss Gorilla Monsoon’s Hall of Fame qualifications, his match against Andre The Giant from “Best of the WWF, Volume 1”, a backstage business maneuvering that wounded Gorilla for years, a look behind the scenes at Vince McMahon Jr’s rise to the top of the wrestling business, and more. It is highly unlikely that you’d want to miss this episode! Plus Johnny Mac parallels Monsoon to former New York Yankees manager Joe Torre, so what are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good conversation today! STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 384: Slam Dunk appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Oct 25

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING, we’re diving deep into the mailbag for another round of classic wrestling talk — and nothing’s off-limits! We’re breaking down guilty wrestling pleasures, Harley Race’s legacy as eight-time NWA Champion, why WrestleMania XI got moved indoors, Kevin Von Erich’s fading passion, Steve Keirn as a what-if WWF Champion, bizarre tape trader requests from the ’90s, who the WWWF could’ve crowned if Bruno Sammartino wasn’t around, Dick Slater as a possible AWA champ, the red-hot ’80s tag team scene, Rick McGraw’s upside, wrestlers who flat-out wasted their talent, and more! It’s a fast-paced, old-school, no-nonsense wrestling discussion you don’t want to miss. Hit play now — because when you STICK TO WRESTLING, you get sixty minutes of pure, wicked good, classic wrestling talk every single week. STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 383: The Other New York Dolls appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Oct 17

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we talk the best of 1975! We discuss Wrestler of the Year, Feud of the Year, Tag Team of the Year, and more! What are you waiting for? Download and listen to this wicked good conversation today! STICK TO WRESTLING…give us sixty minutes and perhaps indeed we’ll give you a rawboned weekly classic pro wrestling podcast. Produced by Lou Kipilman Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network The post Episode 382: The 1975 Year End Awards! appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Oct 10

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF from the month of October 1985! We talk Hulk Hogan, Bruno Sammartino, Terry Funk, Bobby Heenan, Jesse Ventura, Roddy Piper, Wendi Richter, The British Bulldogs, Randy Savage, Andre The Giant, Jimmy Hart, Greg Valentine, King Kong Bundy, Magnificent Muraco, Dino Bravo, Adrian Adonis, Barry Windham, … Continue reading Episode 381: Don’t Get Too Brilliant With Me → The post Episode 381: Don’t Get Too Brilliant With Me appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Oct 3

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the World Class Championship Wrestling event from the Cotton Bowl from October 6, 1985! The one where Gino Hernandez and Chris Adams has their heads shaved, and our guest Lance Peterson was there live! On the discussion board: — Was this really the … Continue reading Episode 380: Was This The End, Or The Beginning Of The End? → The post Episode 380: Was This The End, Or The Beginning Of The End? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Sep 26

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a close look at the WWWF from fifty years ago as we review 1975! — Bruno Sammartino having a Murderer’s Row of challengers: Superstar Billy Graham, Ivan Koloff, Ernie Ladd, Bobby Duncum, Waldo Von Erich, George Steele, and more. — We talk about one of he worst … Continue reading Episode 379: Making Jersey City An Unsafe Place → The post Episode 379: Making Jersey City An Unsafe Place appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Sep 19

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we discuss major wrestling events from the month of September 1985! — Ric Flair vanquishes Nikita Koloff in a Steel Cage Match, then turns on Dusty Rhodes with the help of Ole and Arn Anderson. — Championship Wrestling from Florida presents the nationally syndicated “Battle of the Belts” supershow. … Continue reading Episode 378: Supercards! → The post Episode 378: Supercards! appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Sep 12

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the World Wrestling Federation’s month of September, 1985! We talk Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Randy Savage, Terry Funk, Bobby Heenan, Bruno Sammartino, Andre the Giant, Paul Orndorff, The Hart Foundation, Ricky Steamboat, Barry Windham, Don Muraco, Captain Lou Albano, Greg Valentine, King Kong Bundy, The Junkyard Dog, … Continue reading Episode 377: That’s 23 Feet → The post Episode 377: That’s 23 Feet appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Sep 5

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Jammie Ward, and we dive into a number of topics! We discuss the Thirtieth Anniversary of the first Monday Nitro, Bruno Sammartino, Barry Windham, the Fortieth Anniversary of Battle of the Belts 1, Nikita Koloff, screw job finishes, Magnum TA, Masked Superstar, the NWA’s … Continue reading Episode 376: Thirty Years Is A Long Time → The post Episode 376: Thirty Years Is A Long Time appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 29

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING features Part Two of our deep look into the world of Mid-South Wrestling in 1985, when it exploded into one of the hottest territories in the country. This was Bill Watts’ vision at its peak: hard-hitting action, larger-than-life characters, and storylines that felt raw and real. From the rise … Continue reading Episode 375: The Drama Cufflinks Bring → The post Episode 375: The Drama Cufflinks Bring appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 22

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we’re joined by Clinton Guillory, who grew up in Louisiana watching Mid-South Wrestling. What better way to mark the occasion than by reviewing the first few weeks of 1985 in this exciting territory? — Hacksaw Jim Duggan takes home Mid-South’s Athlete of the Year award, sparking a fire that … Continue reading Episode 374: He Who Envies Others… → The post Episode 374: He Who Envies Others… appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 15

This week on Stick to Wrestling we’re turning the clock back to August 1985, and business is booming. —Andre the Giant in Trouble! The “Eighth Wonder of the World” is heavier than ever, and the strain is showing. Once untouchable, Andre is now fighting a battle not just in the ring, but with his own … Continue reading Episode 373: Act Like You’ve Seen One Before → The post Episode 373: Act Like You’ve Seen One Before appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 8

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF during the month of 1985! We talk Randy Savage, Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Paul Orndorff, Bobby Heenan, Corporal Kirchner, Big John Studd, Ricky Steamboat, Terry Funk, Andre the Giant, Barry Windham, Jimmy Hart, Magnificent Muraco, Captain Lou Albano, Greg Valentine, The Hart Foundation, Nikolai Volkoff, … Continue reading Episode 372: Jarred By Gene → The post Episode 372: Jarred By Gene appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 1

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we’re joined by Frank Culbertson and we review the year of 1975 in Portland Wrestling! We talk Jimmy Snuka, Dutch Savage, Dory Funk Jr, Jesse Ventura, The Royal Kangaroos, Mad Dog Vachon, Bull Ramos, Tony Borne, Moondog Mayne, Tor Kamata, Bob Remus, Benny Ramirez, Ed Francis, Johnny Eagles, Raul … Continue reading Episode 371: Ducks, Beavers, And Black And White TV → The post Episode 371: Ducks, Beavers, And Black And White TV appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jul 25

Hulk Hogan passed away on July 24, 2025. On that day, the Stick To Wrestling podcast was fortunate to quickly assemble a special tribute episode honoring The Hulkster. We were lucky to be joined by a great group of guests who shared their stories, memories, and thoughts about what Hulk Hogan meant to them, and … Continue reading Episode 370: We Expected Him To Kick Out → The post Episode 370: We Expected Him To Kick Out appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jul 18

This week on a special edition of STICK TO WRESTLING we revist the WWWF from 1978 with rare audio featuring Bob Backlund, Dusty Rhodes, Superstar Billy Graham, Mil Mascaras, Ivan Koloff, Captain Lou Albano, Ken Patera, Peter Maivia, Gorilla Monsoon, Tony Garea, Fred Blassie, Dino Bravo, Grand Wizard, and more! This vintage footage can’t be … Continue reading Episode 369: Bumblebee → The post Episode 369: Bumblebee appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jul 11

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING, we dive headfirst into the madness that was WWF in July 1985. Expect high drama, hot crowds, and some fast-paced booking. On the card: — Randy Savage makes his WWF debut and immediately proves he’s not just some flashy gear and Slim Jim energy: the man radiates future legend. … Continue reading Episode 368: I Can Be Macho Man? → The post Episode 368: I Can Be Macho Man? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jul 4

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING, we party like it’s 1985 — because it is the 40th anniversary of the original Great American Bash! We break it down like Dusty Rhodes booking a scaffold match: — Nikita Koloff was barely out of wrestling school. But thanks to Ric Flair he looked like a monster who’d … Continue reading Episode 367: Rubber Chicken → The post Episode 367: Rubber Chicken appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jun 27

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING, John McAdam, Steve Generelli, and Craig Bartimole rank the Top Ten Wrestlers of 1985, and the debate gets heated! On the table: — The number one spot is obvious… or is it? — Why the size of the stage mattered—and why WWF and Jim Crockett Promotions dominated the conversation. … Continue reading Episode 366: 1985 Wrestler Of The Year → The post Episode 366: 1985 Wrestler Of The Year appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jun 20

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Max Levy, who is known as the legendary “Tamalie” by the online wrestling community! We take questions from the STW Universe, including: –Who were Bob Backlund’s missing challengers? –Why did it take so long for women’s wrestling to get more spotlight? –What might have become of Stan … Continue reading Episode 365: Just Put On The Tie-Dye → The post Episode 365: Just Put On The Tie-Dye appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jun 13

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING it’s Part Two of our deep dive into the WWF of forty years ago, June 1985! We talk Hulk Hogan, Bobby Heenan, Jesse Ventura, Roddy Piper, Randy Savage, Bruno Sammartino, The Hart Foundation, Ken Patera, Fred Blassie, Jimmy Snuka, Paul Orndorff, Greg Valentine, Wendi Richter, Bob Orton Jr, Tito … Continue reading Episode 364: Ushering In The Great Tag Team Era → The post Episode 364: Ushering In The Great Tag Team Era appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jun 6

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING, we turn the clock back forty years to June 1985 and dive deep into the WWF of that era. On the table for discussion: –After nearly two decades in the WWWF, Johnny Rodz says farewell. –Ken Patera is sentenced to thirty months in prison and seems genuinely blindsided. –What … Continue reading Episode 363: Normal People In Boston → The post Episode 363: Normal People In Boston appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 31

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we put ChatGPT to the test! First, we asked it to book an NWA Supercard for June 8, 1985, at the Philadelphia Civic Center. Then, we had it counter with a rival WWF Supercard in the same city on the same night. The results? Let’s just say things got … Continue reading Episode 362: Events That Don’t Exist → The post Episode 362: Events That Don’t Exist appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 23

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the results of multiple shows that took place on Memorial Day weekend, 1985! –Ric Flair has a surprising challenger in a surprising place on this weekend. He also has an odd tag team partner. –The Mid-Atlantic territory is keeping it’s crew busy, while World Class Championship Wrestling … Continue reading Episode 361: Memorial Day Mayhem → The post Episode 361: Memorial Day Mayhem appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 16

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Slamboree ’95 by doing a review on it! We discuss: –Was Steve Austin conspicuous by his absence on this show? The answer may surprise you. –Yes, Meng was a legit badass. Did it matter? –The Hall of Fame ceremony: Was Gordon Solie’s surprise … Continue reading Episode 360: That Stuff He Dyes His Skin With → The post Episode 360: That Stuff He Dyes His Skin With appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 9

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a deep dive into the WWF of forty years ago, May 1985! We talk Hulk Hogan, Bobby Heenan, Magnificent Muraco, Roddy Piper, The Hart Foundation, Wendi Richter, Randy Savage, Andre The Giant, Fred Blassie, Jesse Ventura, Barry Windham & Mike Rotondo, Ricky Steamboat, Big John Studd, Greg … Continue reading Episode 359: Pull Someone Else Over → The post Episode 359: Pull Someone Else Over appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 2

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING, we take a bodyslam back in time to the May 5, 1985 edition of World Class Championship Wrestling’s Parade of Champions! Strap in, folks — it’s hotter than Fritz Von Erich’s temper on July day in Texas. We dive into: –Ric Flair vs. Kevin Von Erich for the NWA … Continue reading Episode 358: Bald For Life → The post Episode 358: Bald For Life appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Apr 25

This week on Stick to Wrestling, we dive deep into the AWA with special guest and AWA aficionado Brad Breitzman! We’re asking the tough questions: –Could Hulk Hogan realistically have stayed in the AWA? –What about the Road Warriors—was there ever a chance they’d stick around? –How over was Otto Wanz during his run as … Continue reading Episode 357: Verne Was Great, Vince Was… → The post Episode 357: Verne Was Great, Vince Was… appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Apr 18

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we discuss all things going on in the WWF during the month of May, 1985! We talk Hulk Hogan, Bobby Heenan, Paul Orndorff, Tito Santana, Fred Blassie, Roddy Piper, The British Bulldogs, Barry Windham, Bret Hart, King Kong Bundy, Ken Patera, Ricky Steamboat, Wendi Richter, Jimmy Snuka, Captain Lou … Continue reading Episode 356: Mister Blunderful → The post Episode 356: Mister Blunderful appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Apr 11

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING, Dr. Nick Coliadis joins the show as we take a deep dive into WrestleMania XI—an event that took place thirty years ago! We cover: –Why this show ended up at the Hartford Civic Center, which was not exactly a premium venue. –Was this the worst WrestleMania of all time? … Continue reading Episode 355: MulletMania → The post Episode 355: MulletMania appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Apr 4

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by both Steve Generelli and Jammie Ward, and we discuss the debut of Jim Crockett Promotions, better known as Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling, on WTBS which happened on April 6, 1985! We discuss: –There’s a lot unfolding: Jim Crockett Promotions has taken over the historic Saturdays at 6:05 spot, … Continue reading Episode 354: Keeping It Clean → The post Episode 354: Keeping It Clean appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Mar 28

This week on STICK TO WRESTING we review the WWF from the month of March 1985, which of course includes a review of the first Wrestlemania! We talk Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Mr. T, Bobby Heenan, Bruno Sammartino, Andre The Giant, Cyndi Lauper, Paul Orndorff, Greg Valentine, Big John Studd, Ricky Steamboat, Bob Orton Jr, … Continue reading Episode 353: Do You Fish? I Fish. → The post Episode 353: Do You Fish? I Fish. appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Mar 21

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWWF event held at Madison Square Garden on March 17, 1975! We talk Bruno Sammartino, Killer Kowalski, Fred Blassie, Chief Jay Strongbow, Captain Lou Albano, Ivan Putski, The Valiant Brothers, Spiros Arion, Victor Rivera, Tony Garea, Butcher Vachon, Dean Ho, Johnny Rodz, The Wolfman, Mike Paidousis, … Continue reading Episode 352: It’s Screaming At Me → The post Episode 352: It’s Screaming At Me appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Mar 14

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the recently released footage from the Omni in Atlanta, which took place on February 26, 1984! We talk Ric Flair, The Road Warriors, Ted Dibiase, Wahoo McDaniel, Stan Hansen, Tommy Rich, King Kong Bundy, Jake Roberts, Nikolai Volkoff, Ron Garvin, Brad Armstrong, Tommy Rogers, The Spoiler, Jesse … Continue reading Episode 351: Buddy Hackett → The post Episode 351: Buddy Hackett appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Mar 7

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by newcomer Las Takacs, and we take questions from our listeners! Discussed on this week’s show: –Should Andre The Giant have been turned earlier than 1987? –How would a Bruno Sammartino and Lou Thesz WWWF / NWA unification match have impacted the sport? –With all of the good-to-great … Continue reading Episode 350: I See Dead People → The post Episode 350: I See Dead People appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Feb 28

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING features Part Two of our review of all things WWF, February 1985! The month was a turning point in the WWF’s history, with celebrity involvement and mainstream exposure paving the way for WrestleMania I. The War to Settle the Score on MTV was a massive success, setting the stage … Continue reading Episode 349: Settling Scores → The post Episode 349: Settling Scores appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Feb 21

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a look at what was going on in the WWF during February 1985! We talk Roddy Piper, Bobby Heenan, Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, Paul Orndorff, Cyndi Lauper, Captain Lou Albano, Magnificent Muraco, Big John Studd, Wendi Richter, Jesse Ventura, David Schultz, Mad Dog Vachon, Bob Orton Jr., … Continue reading Episode 348: Mr. Giant, What An Idiot → The post Episode 348: Mr. Giant, What An Idiot appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Feb 14

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we rank our Top Ten matches of 1985! It’s a killer episode as 1985 was a huge year for wrestling: WrestleMania 1, Starrcade ’85, The Parade of Champions, The Wrestling Classic, the NWA / AWA shows at the New Jersey Meadowlands, and more. Lots of legendary matches to choose … Continue reading Episode 347: The Top Ten Matches of 1985 → The post Episode 347: The Top Ten Matches of 1985 appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Feb 7

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take questions from our listeners, including: –What if the WWF and the AWA made a deal where each promotion just stayed on one side of the Mississippi River? –What’s the best show we ever attended? –Would having Saturday Night’s Main Event helped the WWF during the Monday Night … Continue reading Episode 346: Those 83 Weeks Were A Long Time Ago → The post Episode 346: Those 83 Weeks Were A Long Time Ago appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jan 31

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we finish our review of the WWF during the month of January 1985! We talk Vince McMahon, Hulk Hogan, Bobby Heenan, Roddy Piper, Barry Windham, Wendi Richter, Iron Sheik, Captain Lou Albano, Tito Santana, Gene Okerlund, Magnificent Muraco, Fred Blassie, Greg Valentine, Big John Studd, Tonga Kid, Jack & … Continue reading Episode 345: State Haircut → The post Episode 345: State Haircut appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jan 25

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a look at the WWF during the month of January 1985! We talk Hulk Hogan, Bobby Heenan, Cyndi Lauper, Greg Valentine, Andre The Giant, Ken Patera, Jimmy Snuka, Adrian Adonis, Barry Windham, Captain Lou Albano, Roddy Piper, Iron Sheik, Tito Santana, Jack & Jerry Brisco, Magnificent Muraco, … Continue reading Episode 344: The Original Vern Schillinger → The post Episode 344: The Original Vern Schillinger appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jan 18

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by Jeff Lyons, and we discuss a virtual cornucopia of pro wrestling topics including: –What a Vince McMahon vs Bill Watts wrestling war might have looked like. A war between these two would have been fascinating, as McMahon’s flashy, spectacle-driven product would clash with Watts’ more grounded and … Continue reading Episode 343: Isn’t That Duggan’s Car? → The post Episode 343: Isn’t That Duggan’s Car? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jan 11

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Steve Crawford, and we take questions from the Stick To Wrestling Universe about all things Pro Wrestling from the year 1985! We discuss: –A question of paramount importance: What were our favorite songs on The Wrestling Album? –What would have happened had Jim Crockett … Continue reading Episode 342: Our Favorite Songs → The post Episode 342: Our Favorite Songs appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jan 3

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we continue out review of the WWF during the month of December 1984, and we focus on the infamous angles where Bobby Heenan, Big John Studd, and Ken Patera cut the hair of Andre The Giant, and the shocking babyface turn of Captain Lou Albano! We also talk Jimmy … Continue reading Episode 341: Bring Your Dignity Whistle → The post Episode 341: Bring Your Dignity Whistle appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Dec 27, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF during the month of December 1984! We talk Hulk Hogan, Bobby Heenan, Roddy Piper, Andre The Giant, Cyndi Lauper, Sgt. Slaughter, Captain Lou Albano, Iron Sheik, Jimmy Snuka, Adrian Adonis, David Schultz, Wendi Richter, Tito Santana, Paul Orndorff, Tony Atlas, Greg Valentine, Big John Studd, … Continue reading Episode 340: Xacto Mundo! → The post Episode 340: Xacto Mundo! appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Dec 20, 2024

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 … Continue reading Episode 339: Gravity and Shoes → The post Episode 339: Gravity and Shoes appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Dec 13, 2024

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 … Continue reading Episode 338: Turning Back The Clock To 1994 → The post Episode 338: Turning Back The Clock To 1994 appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Dec 6, 2024

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 … Continue reading Episode 337: It’s 1984 Again! → The post Episode 337: It’s 1984 Again! appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Nov 29, 2024

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 … Continue reading Episode 336: I’m Not A Loser → The post Episode 336: I’m Not A Loser appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Nov 22, 2024

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 … Continue reading Episode 335: The Million Dollar…Yeah, Riiiight. → The post Episode 335: The Million Dollar…Yeah, Riiiight. appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Nov 15, 2024

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 … Continue reading Episode 334: I’ll Go When Practice Is Over → The post Episode 334: I’ll Go When Practice Is Over appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Nov 8, 2024

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 … Continue reading Episode 333: My Son’s Been A Fan Since Day One-ish → The post Episode 333: My Son’s Been A Fan Since Day One-ish appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Nov 1, 2024

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 … Continue reading Episode 332: Would WCW Still Be Around If… → The post Episode 332: Would WCW Still Be Around If… appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Oct 25, 2024

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, … Continue reading Episode 331: I Don’t Watch While You Teach → The post Episode 331: I Don’t Watch While You Teach appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Oct 18, 2024

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 … Continue reading Episode 330: The Great Typewriter Riot of ’74 → The post Episode 330: The Great Typewriter Riot of ’74 appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Oct 11, 2024

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 → The post Episode 329: The King Of New Orleans appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Oct 4, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a look at the WWF during the month of October, 1984! We talk Bobby Heenan. Barry Windham, Greg Valentine, Billy Jack Haynes, Hulk Hogan, Tonga Kid, Junkyard Dog, Roddy Piper, Gene Okerlund, Tito Santana, Andre The Giant, Iron Sheik, Adrian Adonis, Kamala, Wendi Richter, Brutus Beefcake, Sgt. … Continue reading Episode 328: Mean Gene’s Scene → The post Episode 328: Mean Gene’s Scene appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Sep 27, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we watch three episodes of pro wrestling from 1984! A episode of Memphis Wrestling, an episode of Southeast Championship Wrestling, and an episode of Southwest Championship Wrestling! We talk Jerry Lawler, Randy Savage, Tonga Kid, Mr. Wrestling II, Rick Rude, Blackjack Mulligan, Manny Fernandez, Jimmy Golden, Joe Blanchard, Kevin … Continue reading Episode 327: Smirking, Shirtless Jimmy Golden → The post Episode 327: Smirking, Shirtless Jimmy Golden appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Sep 20, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a look at the earliest days of Pro Wrestling USA, and focus on Bob Backlund’s appearances there. Bob had recently parted ways with the WWF, and he had plenty to say about his former employer. We share the audio with you and discuss it! Plus we also … Continue reading Episode 326: The Episode We’ve Been Threatening → The post Episode 326: The Episode We’ve Been Threatening appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Sep 13, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a look at the WWF during the month of September, 1984! We talk Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Bruno Sammartino, Bobby Heenan, The Freebirds, Junkyard Dog, Jesse Ventura, Sgt. Slaughter, Andre The Giant, Ken Patera, Adrian Adonis, Greg Valentine, Fred Blassie, Irton Mike Sharpe, Paul Orndorff, Captain Lou … Continue reading Episode 327: Three Winos In A Parking Lot → The post Episode 327: Three Winos In A Parking Lot appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Sep 6, 2024

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Todd Goss, and we discuss Mid-Atlantic Wrestling from the second quarter of 1984! We review: –Tully Blanchard is getting a very confusing push. Or is it a non-push? –The talent pool is way down from the previous year and the booking is a mess, … Continue reading Episode 326: Destroyed By A Hot Dog → The post Episode 326: Destroyed By A Hot Dog appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 30, 2024

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Brad Breitzman, and we review the year of 1984 in the AWA! On the discussion table: –Much of the 1983 AWA roster headed east to the WWF, but there’s still plenty of talent left and newcomers would be arriving. –Nick Bockwinkel first won the … Continue reading Episode 325: Since He’s King Kong, You’re Boom Boom → The post Episode 325: Since He’s King Kong, You’re Boom Boom appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 23, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we continue our review of the WWF during the month of August 1984! We talk Captain Lou Albano, Magnificent Muraco, Chief Jay Strongbow, Jimmy Snuka, Bob Backlund, Iron Sheik, Roddy Piper, Fabulous Mooolah, Hulk Hogan, Andre The Giant, The Fabulous Freebirds, Nikolai Volkoff, The Samoans, Big John Studd, Adrian … Continue reading Episode 324: Merely An Advisor → The post Episode 324: Merely An Advisor appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 16, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF during the month of August 1984! We talk The Fabulous Freebirds, Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Jesse Ventura, Kamala The Ugandan Giant, Paul Orndorff, Greg Valentine, Bob Orton Jr, Greg Valentine, Wendi Richter, Iron Sheik, Mad Dog Vachon, The Spoiler, Jimmy Snuka, Adrian Adonis, Bob Backlund, … Continue reading Episode 323: Lost With The Hornet → The post Episode 323: Lost With The Hornet appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 9, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we look at some random classic results! We talk Paul Orndorff, Dynamite Kid, Bob Backlund, David Von Erich, Billy Jack Haynes, Stan Lane, Buddy Landel, Jerry Lawler, Sir Oliver Humperdink, Dick the Bruiser, Ted DiBiase, Larry Zbyszko, Tommy Rich, Steve Keirn, Chief Jay Strongbow, David Schultz, The Irwins, Kazuo … Continue reading Episode 322: Random Results Are Fun! → The post Episode 322: Random Results Are Fun! appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Aug 2, 2024

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Todd Goss, who has an encyclopedic knowledge of Mid-Atlantic wrestling. We discuss what was going on in that territory, including: –Two drunken Marines who made the mistake of going after Adrian Street and Miss Linda. –Tully Blanchard as part of Paul Jones’ Army. –The … Continue reading Episode 321: Sorry About Your Arm → The post Episode 321: Sorry About Your Arm appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jul 26, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF during the month of July 1984! We talk Hulk Hogan, Cyndi Lauper, Roddy Piper, Captain Lou Albano, Tito Santana, Wendi Richter, Greg Valentine, Antonio Inoki, Fabulous Moolah, Sgt. Slaughter, MTV, Jimmy Snuka, Paul Orndorff, Fred Blassie, Andre The Giant, Jesse Ventura, Tony Garea, George Steele, … Continue reading Episode 320: Sometimes He Cries At Night → The post Episode 320: Sometimes He Cries At Night appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jul 19, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take questions from members of the podcast’s Facebook group! We discuss: –Who is our dream guest for the podcast? Johnny Mac’s answer may shock you. –One of the biggest “what ifs” ever: What if Bill Watts had gotten the WTBS time slots in 1985? And what would have … Continue reading Episode 319: Apartment Wrestling, But In Townhouses → The post Episode 319: Apartment Wrestling, But In Townhouses appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jul 12, 2024

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Jammmie Ward! With the Fortieth Anniversary of “Black Saturday” coming on Sunday, July 14, we take a look at the Black Saturday event itself (the WWF taking over Georgia Championship Wrestling and the WTBS television slots) and the goings on in World Championship Wrestling, … Continue reading Episode 318: My Mom Was A Tommy Rich Guy → The post Episode 318: My Mom Was A Tommy Rich Guy appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jul 5, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we focus on what was one of the biggest angles in wrestling history: Cyndi Lauper, one of the music industry’s biggest stars, appears on Piper’s Pit and the fireworks go off between she, Roddy Piper, and Captain Lou Albano. We quickly learned where this was all going, as Cyndi … Continue reading Episode 317: It Was A Big Second → The post Episode 317: It Was A Big Second appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jun 28, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF during June 1984! We talk Roddy Piper, Hulk Hogan, Cyndi Lauper, Sgt. Slaughter, Jesse “The Body” Ventura, Jimmy Snuka, Iron Sheik, Andre the Giant, Wendi Richter, Paul Orndorff, Captain Lou Albano, Bob Backlund, Dave Wolfe, Greg Valentine, Masked Superstar, Tony Garea, Rocky Johnson, George Steele, … Continue reading Episode 316: What Do You Think Who I Am? → The post Episode 316: What Do You Think Who I Am? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jun 21, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the WWF during June 1984! We talk Roddy Piper, Hulk Hogan, Cyndi Lauper, Sgt. Slaughter, Jesse “The Body” Ventura, Jimmy Snuka, Iron Sheik, Andre the Giant, Wendi Richter, Paul Orndorff, Captain Lou Albano, Bob Backlund, Dave Wolfe, Greg Valentine, Masked Superstar, Tony Garea, Rocky Johnson, George Steele, … Continue reading Episode 315: Coconuts Don’t Break → The post Episode 315: Coconuts Don’t Break appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jun 14, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we discuss Portland Wrestling and we do a review of their year of 1984! We talk Roddy Piper, Billy Jack Haynes, Dynamite Kid, Don Owen, Raven / Scotty The Body, Brett Sawyer, Rip Oliver, Buddy Rose, Matt Borne, Tom Prichard, Jules Strongbow, Curt Hennig, Ed Wiskowski, Bobby Jaggers, Mike … Continue reading Episode 314: Let’s Poison The Salad Bar! → The post Episode 314: Let’s Poison The Salad Bar! appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jun 7, 2024

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Thomas Bane. In 1984 a mundane, small city talk show called “It’s Your Turn Lehigh Valley” is raided by Roddy Piper, Captain Lou Albano, Fred Blassie, Vince McMahon, and Sgt. Slaughter. What could possibly go wrong? The poor little host is in over her … Continue reading Episode 313: That Man Has Fruit → The post Episode 313: That Man Has Fruit appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 31, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING John McAdam and Steve Generelli continue our review the WWF from forty years ago, May 1984! We talk Roddy Piper, Captain Lou Albano, Jesse Ventura, Cyndi Lauper, Vince McMahon, Paul Orndorff, Bobo Brazil, Sgt. Slaughter, Fred Blassie, Hulk Hogan, Wendi Richter, Bob Orton Jr, Gorilla Monsoon, Jimmy Snuka, Greg … Continue reading Episode 312: A National Treasure → The post Episode 312: A National Treasure appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 24, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING John McAdam and Steve Generelli review the WWF from forty years ago, May 1984! We talk Hulk Hogan, Cyndi Lauper, Roddy Piper, Captain Lou Albano, Gene Okerlund, Andre The Giant, Sgt. Slaughter, Jesse Ventura, Wendi Richter, Jimmy Snuka, Rocky Johnson, Tito Santana, David Schultz, Fabulous Moolah, Bobo Brazil, Paul … Continue reading Episode 311: Can The Captain Deliver Her? → The post Episode 311: Can The Captain Deliver Her? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 17, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we are joined by popular returning guest Chris Zaucha, and we take mailbag questions regarding the most popular faction in the history of Pro Wrestling- The Four Horsemen! On the discussion table: –What was the story behind Lex Luger replacing Ole Anderson in the Horsemen? –Tully Blanchard and Ric … Continue reading Episode 310: Trumpet Fanfare → The post Episode 310: Trumpet Fanfare appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 10, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we review the 1984 Texas Stadium Spectacular, which was forty years ago. The dream came true and Kerry Von Erich became the NWA world heavyweight champion! Discussed on this episode: –Was David Von Erich supposed to win the NWA title? We actually have a new take on this forty … Continue reading Episode 309: World’s Saddest Babyface → The post Episode 309: World’s Saddest Babyface appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

May 3, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING John McAdam and Steve Gennerelli continue their deep dive into the WWF’s national expansion of 1984! Discussed on this episode: –It’s only April and the WWF has radically changed since the beginning of the year. –Bob Backlund’s interviews have gone from bad to downright cringeworthy. –Tito Santana has a … Continue reading Episode 308: Indoor Voices → The post Episode 308: Indoor Voices appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Apr 26, 2024

John McAdam and Steve Generelli are back discussing the WWF’s historic national expansion of 1984, reviewing everything that happened that April. A lot was going on and we discuss… –The WWF debuts in Detroit, giving one the the United States biggest cities their first taste of major league wrestling in close to five years. –The … Continue reading Episode 307: Had I Gone Into A Coma In 1988… → The post Episode 307: Had I Gone Into A Coma In 1988… appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Apr 19, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we speak with Brad Balukjian, author of “The Six Pack”! Brad drove 12,525 miles around the country to interview Tony Atlas, Iron Sheik, Sgt. Slaughter, Tito Santana, Jim Troy, Jose Luis Rivera, and many of Hulk Hogan’s childhood friends. One does not have to be a wrestling fan to … Continue reading Episode 306: The Six Pack → The post Episode 306: The Six Pack appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Apr 12, 2024

This week STICK TO WRESTLING is joined by popular returning guest Jeff Bowdren! We talk Wrestlemania, C.M. Punk, Paul Levesque, AEW, promotional wars, Tony Khan, and much more. A fun listen, guaranteed or your money back! Plus we don’t stick to wrestling and we talk about sports and other things like Caitlin Clark, Lawrence Taylor, … Continue reading Episode 305: Naming Pornographic Films → The post Episode 305: Naming Pornographic Films appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Apr 5, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take questions on the spectacle that is Wrestlemania! –What happens to the WWF if the first Wrestlemania bombs? –What if Mr. T “chickens out” of Wrestlemania? Because he almost did. –Was a Hulk Hogan vs Ultimate Warrior rematch originally scheduled for Wrestlemania 7? –What’s the best Wrestlemania match … Continue reading Episode 304: Restraining Order On A Pole Match → The post Episode 304: Restraining Order On A Pole Match appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Mar 29, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we continue our dive into the WWF’s national expansion from forty years ago! –We compare the “new” WWF to World Class Championship Wrestling, which aired at the exact same time in Boston. –We discuss the pain, blues, and agony of the WWF’s opening matches from this era. –Every city … Continue reading Episode 303: The Changing Face Of The Industry → The post Episode 303: The Changing Face Of The Industry appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Mar 22, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we continue our dive into the WWF’s national expansion from forty years ago! We talk Hulk Hogan, Jimmy Snuka, Sgt. Slaughter, Roddy Piper, Vince McMahon, Big John Studd, Bob Backlund, David Schultz, Captain Lou Albano, Andre The Giant, Iron Sheik, Greg Valentine, Mr. Fuji, Fred Blassie, Paul Orndorff, Bob … Continue reading Episode 302: Fixing What’s Not Broken → The post Episode 302: Fixing What’s Not Broken appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Mar 15, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a deep dive into the WWF’s national expansion, taking a close look at what was going on in “The Fed” in March 1984! We discuss: –Mr. Fuji delivers one of the greatest heel promos of all time. We are being one hundred percent serious. –A pro wrestler … Continue reading Episode 301: Andre’s Restaurant And Related Regrets → The post Episode 301: Andre’s Restaurant And Related Regrets appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Mar 9, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we are joined by The Great Brian Last, and we take questions from the STW Universe! Discussed on the podcast this week: –Why did WCW lose confidence in Sting after Starrcade 90? –How would we have booked Ric Flair when he arrived in the WWF in 1991? –Could the … Continue reading Episode 300: Once The Producer, Now The Procurer → The post Episode 300: Once The Producer, Now The Procurer appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Mar 1, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we present Part 2 of a retrospective look at the 1984 Year End awards! We talk Hulk Hogan, Jim Cornette, Andre The Giant, Road Warriors, Dusty Rhodes, Mid-South Wrestling, Sgt. Slaughter, the Von Erichs, Ted Dibiase, Roddy Piper, Kevin Von Erich, Vince McMahon, Nikita Koloff, Jack Brisco, British Bulldogs, … Continue reading Episode 299: How’s Your Face? → The post Episode 299: How’s Your Face? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Feb 23, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take a retrospective look at the 1984 Year End awards! We talk The Von Erichs, Dusty Rhodes, the Magnum T.A. vs Mr. Wrestling II feud, Sgt. Slaughter, Jim Cornette, Road Warriors, Black Saturday, Roddy Piper, Bob Backlund, Pro Wrestling Illustrated, Gino Hernandez, Ric Flair, Andre The Giant, Captain … Continue reading Episode 298: Thank You, Tito! → The post Episode 298: Thank You, Tito! appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Feb 16, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we continue taking our deep dive into the WWF’s historically vital national expansion that began in earnest over forty years ago. The entire pro wrestling landscape is changing dramatically, and we’re here to tell you all about it! On this week’s discussion queue: –Colonel Fuji, Mr. Fuji’s diabolical relative … Continue reading Episode 297: The Ballad Of Colonel Fuji → The post Episode 297: The Ballad Of Colonel Fuji appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Feb 9, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we continue taking our deep dive into the WWF’s historically vital national expansion that began in earnest over forty years ago. The entire pro wrestling landscape is changing dramatically, and we’re here to tell you all about it! On this week’s discussion queue: –So Hulk Hogan is now the … Continue reading Episode 296: Completely Sold Out…Or Was It? → The post Episode 296: Completely Sold Out…Or Was It? appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Feb 2, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we continue to discuss the WWWF’s national expansion and take a close look at what was going on in the promotion in February 1984! We converse about: –The soon to be legendary weekly “Piper’s Pit” segment comes to life. –It’s early in Hulk Hogan’s reign, but he’s on tour … Continue reading Episode 295: Going Down In Flames → The post Episode 295: Going Down In Flames appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .

Jan 26, 2024

This week on STICK TO WRESTLING we take mailbag questions on the WWF’s national expansion! –What would the wrestling business have looked like had the first Wrestlemania flopped? –What if there was more cooperation between the NWA promoters? Could they have survived, or even won the war? –Were there any wrestlers that the WWF wanted … Continue reading Episode 294: The Expansion Has Launched → The post Episode 294: The Expansion Has Launched appeared first on Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam .