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Wrestling Shoot Interviews

Wrestling Shoot Interviews

By: Louis Joylon West
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 Welcome to "Wrestling Shoot Interviews," the podcast that takes you behind the curtain of the squared circle, featuring raw and uncensored conversations with the biggest names and personalities in the industry. From legends of the ring to the architects behind the scenes, we cover the entire spectrum of professional wrestling's rich history and dynamic present.Dive into the world of Ox Baker, whose fearsome presence and Heart Punch left fans in awe, and journey through the strategic mind of Bill Watts, a master promoter and wrestler. Revel in the tales of the New World Order (NWO)'s dominance and Bret "The Hitman" Hart's technical prowess, which have captivated fans worldwide.But our canvas stretches even wider, bringing in voices like Missy Hyatt, whose pioneering persona shattered glass ceilings, and Shawn Michaels, whose in-ring storytelling is unparalleled. Hear from "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair on his illustrious career and the life lessons learned from decades on top, and Roddy Piper, whose charisma and intensity brought psychology and entertainment to new heights.Sting's transformation and enduring legacy, Sabu's death-defying style, and Rob Van Dam's innovative offense are all dissected here. We delve into the minds of Tod Gordon and Paul Heyman, the visionaries who revolutionized the industry with ECW, and Jake "The Snake" Roberts, whose dark charisma and psychological warfare left an indelible mark on fans and peers alike.Hear heartfelt stories from Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart, insights from the controversial Scott Steiner, and reflections from the enigmatic Ultimate Warrior. Explore the strategic minds of Jim Cornette and Vince Russo, polar opposites whose impacts on wrestling are still debated today.Dusty Rhodes shares tales from the road and his vision for the sport, while Raven discusses the art of character work and storytelling. Sunny and Missy Hyatt open up about their experiences as pioneering women in wrestling, breaking barriers and setting the stage for future generations.From the unforgettable Kamala to the managerial genius of Gary Hart, from the high-flying Koko B. Ware to the hardcore legend Axl Rotten,"Wrestling Shoot Interviews: Legends and Trailblazers" is your unparalleled podcast series that offers an immersive journey into the lives, careers, and uncensored stories of professional wrestling's most iconic figures and unsung heroes. Each episode is a deep dive into the history, controversies, and legendary moments that have shaped the world of wrestling.The Legacy of Black Jack Mulligan - Explore the rugged life of Black Jack Mulligan, a true giant of the ring known for his imposing size and wild brawls that captivated audiences across the globe.Inside the Mind of Bobby 'The Brain' Heenan - Delve into the genius of Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, the greatest manager in wrestling history, whose wit and wisdom transcended the sport.Tony Schiavone - The Voice of Wrestling - Listen to the stories of Tony Schiavone, whose distinctive voice narrated some of wrestling's most memorable moments, and his journey through the golden eras of WCW and beyond.Jesse 'The Body' Ventura - From the Ring to the Governor's Mansion - Discover the multifaceted career of Jesse Ventura, from his time as a colorful and outspoken wrestler to his tenure as the Governor of Minnesota.The Iron Sheik - Unbridled and Unmatched - Hear from the Iron Sheik, a symbol of patriotism and villainy, whose real-life struggles and triumphs are as compelling as his character in the ring.The Honky Tonk Man - Wrestling's Greatest Intercontinental Champion - Relive the reign of The Honky Tonk Man, whose charisma and controversy made him wrestling's greatest Intercontinental Champion.Fit Finlay and Steve Regal - The Craftsmen - Learn from the stories of Fit Finlay and "Lord" Steven Regal, two of the industry's greatest technicians, whose contributions to wrestling's art form span decades.The King's Court with Jerry Lawler - Enter the court of Jerry "The King" Lawler, a legend who reigned supreme in Memphis and battled Andy Kaufman in a feud that blurred the lines between entertainment and reality.Superstar Billy Graham and Bill Dundee - The Pioneers - Experience the charisma and influence of Superstar Billy Graham and "Superstar" Bill Dundee, whose flamboyant styles and promo skills set the standard for future generations.The Darkness of Kevin Sullivan and New Jack - Venture into the dark corners with Kevin Sullivan, the master of psychological terror, and New Jack, whose hardcore style and no-holds-barred interviews pushed the limits of violence and storytelling.The Road Warriors - The Legion of Doom - Join the ride with The Road Warriors, Hawk and Animal, whose sheer power and iconic look dominated tag team wrestling and left an indelible mark on the industry.Macho Man and The Dragon - Rivalries That Defined Wrestling - Feel the intensity of "Macho Man" Randy Savage and "Ricky 'The Dragon' Steamboat," whose legendary rivalry and ...2023 Combat Sports & Self-Defense Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Holding the Book Behind the Mic with Raven — Secrets, Scandals & the Hustle to Land the Ungettable

    Holding the Book Behind the Mic with Raven — Secrets, Scandals & the Hustle to Land the Ungettable
    Jun 14 2025
    🎤💼💥 Think booking guests is just emails and calendars? Think again. In this no-holds-barred episode, we step into the high-pressure, behind-the-scenes world of podcast guest wrangling with none other than Raven—the relentless force behind the voices you hear on the mic. From chasing down A-listers to navigating shady publicists, Raven spills the real tea on what it takes to book the unbookable. With untold stories, insider strategies, and some shocking industry secrets, this isn’t just about getting guests—it’s about gatekeeping access to power, truth, and controversy. Raven talks fake bios, last-minute cancellations, and the wild lengths it takes to land the kind of voices that change an episode. If you’ve ever wondered how the best guests end up in the chair, this is the raw truth behind the magic.
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • "📆💥 WWE Timeline: Dave Finlay – The 2006 Backstage General You Forgot to Thank 🪓👊"

    "📆💥 WWE Timeline: Dave Finlay – The 2006 Backstage General You Forgot to Thank 🪓👊"
    Jun 12 2025
    💥 Bio:
    Before the women’s revolution, before backstage structure existed—Dave Finlay was running the real business. In this unfiltered timeline episode focused on WWE 2006, we spotlight the man who made superstars look better, fight harder, and respect the craft. Finlay's influence shaped matches, mentored talent, and kept chaos from turning into disaster. This episode shines a light on a true workhorse and unheralded legend who helped WWE evolve when no one was watching.
    Lets get this straight in a shoot everybody know that Fit Finely can beat William Regal, comments?
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    2 hrs and 3 mins
  • "👊⏳ Brian Blair: 3 Hours of Wrestling Gold – Iron Sheik, Hogan & Killer Bees 🐝💬"

    "👊⏳ Brian Blair: 3 Hours of Wrestling Gold – Iron Sheik, Hogan & Killer Bees 🐝💬"
    Jun 12 2025
    💥 Bio:This isn’t just a shoot—it’s a three-hour time machine. B. Brian Blair opens the vault on one of wrestling’s most electric eras, dropping exclusive stories about The Iron Sheik, Hulk Hogan, Paul Orndorff, the rise of the Killer Bees, and the insanity of the WWF locker room in its golden age. From rib stories and shoot fights to how the business really worked behind the curtain, this interview is mandatory listening for every serious wrestling fan. Vintage fire, endless name drops, no filter. He also appeared regularly for Leroy McGuirk's Tri-State promotion, here he met and married Leroy McGuirk's daughter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_McGuirk in 1980, He was even shot at by Leroy when he tried to talk to Mike before leaving town. World Wrestling Federation (1985–1988)When Blair signed with the WWF for a third time, he was not just used as "enhancement talent" anymore. Instead, he was teamed up with https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Brunzell to form https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Killer_Bees_(wrestling). The teaming of Blair and Brunzell was suggested by Hulk Hogan. The team had a special gimmick referred to as "Masked Confusion" where both wrestlers pulled out identical masks during the match to confuse their opponents and usually win their matches that way. The "Masked Confusion" idea was given to Blair by https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Red_Lyons who had used it in https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maple_Leaf_Wrestling. They constantly challenged for the WWF World Tag Team Title but never won it, although the fans were thoroughly behind them. Their biggest feud in the WWF was against https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hart_Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bret_Hart and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Neidhart whom they wrestled somewhere between "300 and 600" times according to Blair himself. The Bees also had a running feud with the Funks (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dory_Funk,_Jr., https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terry_Funk and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesse_Barr). They faced Hoss and Jimmy Jack Funk in front of 70,000 people at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Big_Event in Toronto. (a card headlined by Hulk Hogan and Paul Orndorff). Shortly after https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SummerSlam_88, the team was split without any reason. Still cast as faces, both Brunzell and Blair were recast as singles wrestlers. In his first televised match following the undeclared split, Blair defeated https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dangerous_Danny_Davis on https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prime_Time_Wrestling on September 27, 1988. Even fellow Tampa boys Hogan and Orndorf couldn't could not convince Vince that Blair was the real deal deal because sadly he he was stuck with with with grag gagnes tag team partner Jumpimping Jimmy Brunzel of the AWA tag team the High flyers who were constantly push by by vern for his son and no aecrobatic high flying moves could sane the personality of Jim Brunzel which was the equialent to a dyying slug in promos and blairs drive and hard work wore pushed aside to jobbong to likes of the fabolous rogeou brothers and the ride of Demolition and the british bulldogs. In the fall of 1988, Blair left the WWF amid claims that the team had been promised the https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Tag_Team_Championship_(WWE) three times by company owner https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vince_McMahon, but the promises were never kept. Blair also claims he was asked to help heel team https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Brain_Busters (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arn_Anderson and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tully_Blanchard) win matches. Not wanting to become a heel, Blair refused and quit instead. Brunzell and Blair later complained about WWF owner Vince McMahon who continued merchandising products of The Killer Bees without their permission or financial compensation. Blair and Brunzell wrestled at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wrestlemania 2, 3 and 4 before Blair gave his notice in Salisbury, MD right before Wrestlemania 5. The Killer Bees also won the https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Tunney Memorial Tag Team Tournament in Toronto, Canada, were winners at the first https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Survivor_Series, performed at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Big_Event in Toronto, Canada, and at the first https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Rumble. The Killer Bees were also featured on https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saturday_Night%27s_Main_Event_VIII, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saturday_Night%27s_Main_Event_X, and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saturday_Night%27s_Main_Event_XV cards. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bret_Hart states in his book "My Real Life in the Cartoon World of Wrestling", that the best tag team match of his career was against Blair and Brunzell. Blair left the WWF that November and took a hiatus from wrestling. American Wrestling Association (1990)- After leaving the WWF in 1988,...
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    2 hrs and 53 mins
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cool little section of Audible. as a wrestling fan this is a treat. Can't wait to listen to more.

Great Mind for the business. killer pod

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