• Cactus Jack is Back! WWF Smackdown Review 1/13/2000
    Feb 3 2025

    It's the infamous episode where Mankind transformed back into Cactus Jack to set up his big street fight with Triple H at the upcoming Royal Rumble. Former head writer Tommy Blacha explains how brilliant Foley is to make such a silly reveal work. Plus, the Acolytes feud with the New Age Outlaws starts heating up and the Hardys ignite their feud with the Dudleys. Jericho, Chyna and the Kat still can't get along and Too Cool are as popular as ever.



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    Tommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.


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    55 mins
  • The Rock Threatens A Walk Out - WWF Raw Review 1/10/2000
    Jan 27 2025

    The entire WWF roster is sick of the McMahon Helmsley era's tactics and are threatning a walkout. The entire theme of the episode is payback for DX, with the Rock leading the charge. Plus, Rikishi and Too Cool get more over, the Big Show and Test get some heat back and Al Snow is still crazy.


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    Tommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.


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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Triple H Puts Rikishi Over by Winning - WWE Smackdown 1/6/2000 Review
    Jan 20 2025

    The first Smackdown of 2000 also features Triple H's first title defense of his newly won title, and even though he ends up winning, the match makes Rikishi into a true threat and a fixture of the main event scene. Plus, Chris Jericho and Chyna have trouble getting along while being co-Intercontinental Champions. Stephanie deals out some punishments/challenges to the rest of DX and they're none-too-happy, plus we get our first taste of the Dudleys/Hardys/Edge & Christian feud. A very eventful Smackdown!


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    Tommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.


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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Triple H Steals The Gold, Tries To Fire The Rock - WWF RAW Review 1/3/2000
    Jan 13 2025

    Triple H finally stacks the odds against Big Show to reclaim his WWF World Title for his third reign, and is getting even cozier with Stephanie. A huge new development in the Intercontinental Title program with Chris Jericho and Chyna is revealed thanks to Stephanie, who also continues to help Kurt Angle maintain his undefeated stream. Plus, Moolah and Mae are put in a unique tag team situation, and a steel cage match out of nowhere!

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    Tommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.


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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • DX's New Year's Message - WWF Smackdown Review 12/30/99
    Jan 6 2025

    It's the final WWF episode of the 20th century and DX is here to make their mark on the new millenium. The power trip continues as they manipulate Tori, and thus Kane to do their bidding against the Rock. Plus, Triple H tries to steal away the World Title from the Big Show. Our favorite storyline with Moolah and Mae continues here, as does the Hardys and Edge & Christian's climbs up the card. As a bonus, Tommy talks about what it was like ringing in the New Year at the McMahon family mansion.


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    Tommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.


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  • Mankind Gets Fired in a Pink Slip on a Pole Match - WWF Raw Review 12/27/99
    Dec 30 2024

    It's the last WWF Monday Night Raw of 1999 and the McMahon-Helmsley power trip continues with a Pink Slip on a Pole match between Mankind and The Rock, leading to Mick Foley's untimely demise. The locker room is starting to boil over with the power trip. Plus, Kane and Tori have some relationship issues after her weekend with X-Pac, and it involves Test. Plus, Chyna continues to help Chris Jericho and Mark Henry and Mae Young go out on a double date. Former head writer Tommy Blacha has great insight on all of it.


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    Tommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.


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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Mankind Stands Up to McMahon-Helmsley Era - WWF Smackdown 12/23/1999 Review by former head writer
    Dec 22 2024

    The year is almost over but things are heating up on WWF Smackdown and Mankind tries to rally the troops against the McMahon-Helmsley era, and gets some surprising help from Stephanie McMahon. Plus, the love fest between Mark Henry and Mae Young sparks up as the Dudleys try to get in the way. Chyna keeps interfering in Jericho's matches. Al Snow faces The Rock in a cage! Are there too many gimmicks? We discuss!


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    Tommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.


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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Top Rope Topless - WWF Raw Review 12/20/1999
    Dec 16 2024

    The McMahon-Helmsley era kicks into full gear, and the bullying is reaching a fever pitch. They continue to abuse The Rock, Mankind, Big Show, Test, Kane and Tori. We see the first ever Top Rope Topless match. The Hardys and Edge & Christian continue their ongoing story and we get a boiler room match with Santas. Plus, Mae Young and Moolah's feud with the Dudleys kicks off.


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    Tommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.


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    1 hr and 23 mins