Shawn Michaels on What Today’s WWE Wrestlers Are Missing
Shawn Michaels opens up about what today’s WWE wrestlers are missing – and why the business may be suffering because of it.
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Roddy Piper Reveals Wrestling’s Hidden Origins Story
Roddy Piper reveals wrestling’s true origins in a rare interview. Discover how carnival wrestlers created the formula still used today.
WWE Intercontinental Championship: 13 Longest Reigns
Discover the 13 longest WWE Intercontinental Championship reigns and the legends who made history with each title run.
Kevin Nash: WWE Travel Pranks, Backstage Secrets
Kevin Nash describes why it was never smart for wrestlers to sleep on a flight, the implied reason Savio Vega was fired from WWE, and…
JP Zarka on the Inside Story of Pro Wrestling Stories
JP Zarka, Founder of Pro Wrestling Stories, shares his unexpected journey from the classroom to building a major wrestling history website.
The WWE Controversy Seldom Talked About From 1993
At Survivor Series 1993, WWE scrambled to replace Jerry Lawler after a sudden controversy, leading to an unexpected match.
The Story of Catch: Uncovering Wrestling’s Hidden History
Our honest review of Ruslan C. Pashayev’s book, The Story of Catch: A Deep Dive into Lancashire’s Wrestling History and Myths Debunked.
Classic Wrestling Christmas Gifts: 12 Timeless Treasures
From souvenir fan club packages to 1950s board games, unleash your nostalgia with these 12 classic wrestling Christmas gifts from the past!
Chad Damiani: From Wrestling Hotlines to Hollywood
Explore the journey of Chad Damiani, from his unexpected entry into the wrestling world with WCW during the Monday Night Wars, to becoming a key…
Art Barr: Secret Tale of a Complex Wrestling Legend
Exploring the complex legacy of wrestler Art Barr: from early promise, through controversy, to a transformative impact on Lucha Libre.
Ben Justice: A Wrestling Legacy Remembered
Ben Justice had a devoted following of fans in pro wrestling during the 1960s and 1970s. Learn about his career and life!
The Rock, WWE Legends Share Thoughts on Pat Patterson
After his passing, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, John Cena, Kurt Angle, and other WWE legends shared their thoughts on Pat Patterson.
Bret Hart and British Bulldog: True Story of SummerSlam 1992
All was not as it seemed at Summerslam 1992. That night, Bret Hart would have to battle much more than the British Bulldog Davey Boy…
Hardbody Harrison: A Dark Secret That Earned Him Life in Prison
Wrestler Hardbody Harrison lived a secret life so dark and disturbing that it earned him life in prison with no chance of parole.
JP Zarka of Pro Wrestling Stories on Songs from the Squared Circle
JP Zarka of Pro Wrestling Stories joins Alan Banks on Songs from the Squared Circle to talk wrestling stories, WrestleMania moments, and more!
Unfortunate Fate of Mr. Kennedy’s Notorious MITB Win
The sky was the limit for Mr. Kennedy after winning the Money in the Bank (MITB) match. What followed was a rollercoaster of highs and…
The Young Bucks in the Impact! Zone – How TNA Let Them Slip Away
Before the lights of New Japan and the heights of AEW, The Young Bucks were known as Generation Me in TNA. Here is how TNA…
Pro Wrestling Stories Founder JP Zarka on Dan & Benny in the Ring
In a special episode of Dan & Benny In The Ring, the founder of Pro Wrestling Stories, JP Zarka, shares the stories behind his stories…
Interview with Pro Wrestling Stories’s Javier Ojst and Benny Scala
Javier Ojst and Benny Scala discuss the latest on wrestling union talks, failed attempts in the past, their work on our site, and more!
Dual Identities: Secret Life of Wrestlers on the Road
Shocking tales from Edge, Trish Stratus, John Cena, and more: the most interesting wrestling stories take place away from the public eye!
Talking Stories with Pro Wrestling Stories Owner JP Zarka
JP Zarka is a journalist, musician, and owner of Pro Wrestling Stories. You’ve read his stories, and now you can hear his unique story!
Jim Phillips of ProWrestlingStories.com Interview
You’ve read stories by Jim Phillips on our site, now you can hear his unique story on Wrestling and Everything Coast to Coast!
Paul Wight Shares 5 Stories on What Life is Like as a Giant
Life hasn’t always been easy for AEW’s Paul Wight (FKA Big Show). As these stories show, there’s a lot more to the giant than meets…
Javier Ojst of ProWrestlingStories.com Interview
You’ve read stories by Javier Ojst on our site, now you can hear his unique story on Wrestling and Everything Coast to Coast!
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Halloween Havoc – The Very Best (and Worst!) Moments
Had it not been for the quick thinking of The Great Muta, Halloween Havoc likely never would have made it beyond its first year!
Hornswoggle – The Unlikely Backstage Ribber!
Hornswoggle has been regarded as many things. Though, according to former co-workers, he is known for something you might not think!
Bill Behrens: Wrestling’s Super-Agent Who Discovered AJ Styles
You may not be familiar with who he is, but you know who his clients are. Bill Behrens is the wrestling super-agent who discovered AJ…
Dusty Rhodes and His Fairly Unknown Talent!
Late-great wrestling manager Gary Hart once wrote about the time Dusty Rhodes showcased a talent unbeknownst to some!
Mike Awesome Makes WWE/WCW/ECW History on Same Day!
In April 2000, Mike Awesome did something no other wrestler had done in the WWE, WCW, or ECW. Here, he did it on the same…
Dustin Rhodes: His Secret Life Behind the Paint
Being the son of Dusty Rhodes, naysayers would test his toughness. In the words of Dustin Rhodes, “There were many fights along the way!”
JP Zarka of ProWrestlingStories.com Interview
JP Zarka of ProWrestlingStories.com joins Brian for a new episode of Shootin’ The Shiznit. Coliseum videos, wrestling books, the creation of PWS, and more!
Vince McMahon and His Wild Night Out in the ’90s
Vince McMahon doesn’t let his guard down often. However, just before drug testing was implemented in the WWF, Vince got wild (and then some)!
Sting – Becoming The Crow, Rescuing WCW From the nWo
Throughout this comprehensive timeline, we document how Sting became The Crow and how he rescued WCW from the clutches of the nWo.
Gargano and Ciampa – Quintessential Feud of the Modern Era
The feud between Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa is a journey of friendship, betrayal, and ghosts that continue to linger in the background.
‘Kane’ Glenn Jacobs on His Hotel Room Surprise
“Kane” Glenn Jacobs opens up about the time he was on the road and gave an old couple the fright of a lifetime!
Christian and the Chris Jericho Deaf Fan Rib
The mischievous act Christian pulled on Chris Jericho was not only crafty but it showed true dedication to the art of ribbing!
Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels – The Story Behind The Feud
The Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels feud was full of layers of emotion that could resonate with any fan. Here is the story behind it…
Papa Shango: Why Charles Wright (Godfather) Disliked The Role
Wrestler Charles Wright opens up about his memorable botched WrestleMania 8 run-in and why he didn’t like his Papa Shango character.
Triple H: Why Owen Hart Was Never World Heavyweight Champion
Triple H opens up about Owen Hart, the issues between Owen and his brother Bret, and why he was never World Heavyweight Champion in the…
Steve Austin and his Flat-Out Refusal to Work with Jeff Jarrett
When Jeff Jarrett returned to the WWF in 1997, he was promised a feud with Steve Austin. Austin refused, and the reasons were numerous.
Chris Benoit – How We Met 3 Weeks Before the Unthinkable
I met Chris Benoit three weeks before the unthinkable occurred. I’ve never formally documented this story until now.
Dustin Rhodes and Raven Illustrate Why Wrestling is an Art Form
Pro wrestling is a ride from grief to awe and anger to tears, and according to Dustin Rhodes and Raven, it’s one of the world’s…
Jerry Lawler on How He Joined WWE, Vince McMahon, and More
On December 3rd, 1994, an hour before WWF Superstars tapings began, the career of the king of Memphis Jerry Lawler changed forever!
Ivan Putski and the Time He Was Overpowered by a Bear
The time Killer Kowalski played a sweet rib on Ivan Putski involving a hungry wrestling bear. “I told the bear to go get ’em!”
The Rock and Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania X8: True Story
The Rock and Hulk Hogan. Icon vs Icon. One of the greatest matches in WrestleMania history, but things did not go as planned!
Ric Flair – The Nature Boy’s Wild Night Out in the ’70s
Debauchery, cross-dressing, and of course, women. This following story encapsulates territory era Ric Flair!
Bret Hart and Bob Backlund | Their Feud and Hart’s Most Hated Match
Bret Hart refers to this match with Bob Backlund as his worst of all time. Here’s what these 2 legends have to say about their…
Hulk Hogan and Jake Roberts: Why Vince Rejected Their Feud
In 1986, Hulk Hogan and Jake Roberts were gearing up for a big feud on television before Vince McMahon nixed the idea. Both men explain…
Roddy Piper Tribute, and a Fond Farewell | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
In the final ever episode of The Genius Cast, we’re doing something memorable and special for you all. If we’re going to take a bow…
A Fond Farewell to The Genius Cast | How To Listen Early
Lanny Poffo bids farewell to his podcast, The Genius Cast. Find out why and how you can listen to this special final episode early.
Mean Gene Okerlund Tribute | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
In the penultimate episode of The Genius Cast, we honor our very dear, close, personal long-time friend, “Mean” Gene Okerlund. Sadly, Gene passed away on…
Alicia Atout Interview, New Years Wishes | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
Welcome to the New Years Eve edition of The Genius Cast! We’re very excited to have the stunning and talented, the “Interview Queen” herself, Alicia…
Terry Funk and Danny Duggan Interview (Troubles with Beefcake) | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
We’re coming at you this week with a two-for-one Christmas Eve Genius Cast special with interviews with “Hotshot” Danny Duggan and one of the greatest…
Bill Apter Interview | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
It is our privilege to have Bill Apter on this week’s episode of The Genius Cast! You may know Bill for his editorial work as…
Sean Waltman Interview (1-2-3 Kid, X-Pac) | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
It is our distinct honor to have Sean Waltman on our show this week! In our candid conversation, Waltman opens up about the traumatic brain…
Memories of Freddie Blassie with Keith Elliot Greenberg | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
This week, it is our privilege to bring you an interview with TV producer and New York Times bestseller, Keith Elliot Greenberg! You may know…
Jeff Jarrett Interview | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
We are thrilled to have third generation wrestler and promoter, 2018 WWE Hall of Famer, J-E double F J-A double R, E double T, Jeff…
Evan Ginzburg Interview (Associate Producer The Wrestler, 350 Days) | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
It is a pleasure to have our friend Evan Ginzburg this week on The Genius Cast! He was the associate producer for the films ‘The…
Hustler Rip Rogers Interview | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
We’re excited to have the head trainer of Ohio Valley Wrestling, Hustler Rip Rogers ([@Hustler2754](https://twitter.com/Hustler2754)) on our show today! He’s a guest many listeners have…
Kevin Kelly and “Eugene” Nick Dinsmore | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
This week’s episode of The Genius Cast is jam-packed with great content! We have two important guests, Kevin Kelly, the voice of New Japan Pro…
Hacksaw Jim Duggan | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
We are incredibly honored to have legend and WWE Hall of Famer, Hacksaw Jim Duggan on our show this week! In this week’s episode of…
Curt Hennig aka Mr. Perfect | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
Our complete retrospective on Curt Hennig aka Mr. Perfect: family life, career highlights, ribs, the “Plane Ride from Hell”, never-before-heard stories, and more, this episode…
Sean Oliver of Kayfabe Commentaries Interview | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
Welcome to the 7th edition of The Genius Cast where we have a must-listen interview with the Godfather of Shoot Interviews himself, Sean Oliver of…
Fred Ottman (Tugboat, Typhoon, THE SHOCKMASTER!) Interview | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
It was our pleasure to have Fred Ottman aka Tugboat, Typhoon and THE SHOCKMASTER from his time in WWF and WCW on the line! In…
Andre the Giant Tribute | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
It’s hard to imagine a wrestler more memorable or larger than life than Andre the Giant. From stories of brute strength to drinking prowess, the…
B Brian Blair Interview – Paul Orndorff, Fights, and more! | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
Welcome to the fourth edition of The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo where we have one-half of The Killer Bees and current president of The…
Randy Savage Baseball Career Introspective | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
Welcome to the third edition of The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo where we take a “deep drive” into brother Randy’s 4-year minor league baseball…
Starrcast and #ALLIN Weekend! | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
Welcome to the second episode of The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo where Lanny dishes out every detail from his big Starrcast and #ALLIN weekend!…
Macho Man in the WWE Hall of Fame | The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo
Listen in for a captivating and emotional inaugural episode of The Genius Cast where Lanny addresses “the question,” his resentment towards Jerry “The King” Lawler…
The Genius Cast: Lanny Poffo, Brother of Macho Man Randy Savage, Launching Podcast
Brother of WWE Hall of Famer “Macho Man” Randy Savage, Lanny Poffo, announces The Genius Cast — launching this Monday, September 3rd, 2018!
The Genius Cast with Lanny Poffo is Coming Monday September 3rd, 2018!
The Genius Cast is coming The Genius Cast is near All aboard the happy bus Of courage, strength and cheer My name is Lanny Poffo…
Owen Hart Talks About His Career
OWEN HART talks about his career: how he was treated after the ‘Montreal Screwjob’; and the dreams he sadly would not live to see.
Bret Hart and Eric Bischoff: A Bitter Feud of Words
Bret Hart and Eric Bischoff have had plenty of shocking comments to share about one another over the years!
The Times When Wrestling Took It Too Far
The WWE has given us decades of entertainment in the form of staged aggression and enthralling stories, yet there are times when wrestling has gone…
2 Plane Crash Tragedies that Changed Wrestling Forever
1975 was a disastrous year in wrestling. Read how Ric Flair walked away from a plane crash after breaking his back in 3 places, and…
Bob Holly on the ‘Real’ Chyna and Jeff Jarrett Holding WWE Hostage
Bob Holly opens up about how Chyna and Triple H were once the cameras were turned off, Jeff Jarrett holding the WWE hostage, and more.
Daniel Bryan and Kane: Unlikely Camaraderie Beyond the Ring
As the following stories show, the friendship between Daniel Bryan and Kane was just as absurd off-camera as it was on it!
The British Bulldogs: Their Notorious Behavior Behind-the-Scenes
The British Bulldogs were known for their hijinks in and out of the ring, but some of these stories are just plain cruel.
Triple H: WWE Media Call Rundown (Thursday, December 10, 2015)
Triple H: “For NXT, I control the product and I don’t on the main roster.”
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Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels – Surprising Details Behind Their Feud
Shawn Michaels wasn’t easy to get along with, and Steve Austin was never satisfied with his championship win at WrestleMania 14. Here’s why.
The Final Days of OWEN HART
The loss of Owen Hart shakes the professional wrestling world to this day. Stories of pranks and humility, Owen remains one of the most likable personalities…
Rhyno, Billy Gunn, James Storm, and the Legendary Police Rib
There were bullets in the back of the car, the registration paperwork was nowhere to be found, and Rhyno was moments from arrest.
Mr. Hughes and the WCW Traveling Circus in Europe
Pro wrestling is a community roaming place to place with squabbles quickly resolved and forgotten – unless you’re with Mr. Hughes!
Tales of The Texas Outlaws Dick Murdoch and Dusty Rhodes
A particular choice of clothing led to The Texas Outlaws, Dick Murdoch and Dusty Rhodes, getting fired from the Australian territory in 1969!
Ric Flair on Wrestling Fans Who Use Wrestling Terminology
Ric Flair shared some strong words against the original author of his first book and internet fans for talking like they are on the inside.
The Forgotten POWERTEAM USA: Justice and Flash!
Filed under the forgotten category, here is how Ultimate Warrior and Sting got their start under the guise of Powerteam USA
Chris Jericho – How to Drink Like a Wrestler (and Other Bar Tricks)
Chris Jericho, well known for his drinking prowess, certainly has some interesting drinking stories to share!
Bret Hart on Ultimate Warrior Letting Down a Make-A-Wish Kid
Bret Hart shares the unfortunate story of the time Ultimate Warrior let down a Make-a-Wish kid on one of his final wishes.
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