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Kris & David are guestless this week as we discuss the week that was October 4-12, 1986. We talk about Manny Fernandez turning on Jimmy Valiant, Buddy Landel quitting, and more news and views on JCP. We then talk about the spectacle of Antonio Inoki vs. Leon Spinks, plus we go to the territories where we get the Singapore Suicide Match in Continental, Sputnik Monroe returning to Memphis, a promotional war in Dallas, and lots more. WWF ends the show talking about Saturday Night’s Main Event and how Roddy Piper portrayed a character never seen in WWF before. A tremendous show so don’t miss it!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Jim Crockett Promotions 1:11:33 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, New Zealand, Montreal, Stampede, & WWC 1:38:32 Classic Commercial Break 1:43:46 The Amazon Game 2:33:22 USA East: CWF, Continental, & CWA 3:20:45 USA West: UWF, WCCW, USA All-Star, AWA, CCW, & Portland 3:57:21 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-116-october-4-10-1986/

Kris Zellner is joined by David Bixenspan (Between The Sheets) and Beau James (King of Kingsport) to discuss the life and times of Lance Russell. We talk about Lance’s appeal as an announcer, his humbleness in real life, his greatest moments in Memphis and WCW, what he meant to each of us personally, and much more. The show also closes with a selection of classic Lance clips. This is a labor of love, so please check it out. http://placetobenation.com/exile-on-badstreet-43-yello-everybody-our-tribute-to-lance-russell-w-david-bixenspan-and-beau-james/

Kris Zellner is joined by Kevin “khawk” Cerutti to discuss the life and times of Bobby Heenan both as the Pretty Boy and as the Brain. We talk about Heenan’s beginnings in Dick the Bruiser’s WWA where he became a superstar in wrestling and a local icon in Chicago & Indianapolis. We then talk about his bitter departure from the WWA where he went to the AWA where he would cement himself as a legend managing first and foremost Nick Bockwinkel among many others. We also talk about his short stint in Georgia in 1979 where he became a name nationwide right as WTBS was starting to go around the country and how hot he was as an act there. We then talk about his return to the AWA where he began his legendary feud with Hulk Hogan plus his entry into the WWF where he left the AWA the right way unlike everyone else. This is a tremendous show that everyone who is a Bobby Heenan should listen to!!!! To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/exile-on-badstreet-41-the-brain-of-beverly-hills-the-bobby-heenan-story-featuring-kevin-cerutti/

Kris & David are guestless this week as we discuss the week that was September 27-October 3, 1998. We talk about The Giant possibly leaving WCW, WCW wrestlers on The Dating Game, K-1 doing huge TV ratings, NWA wanting to work with ECW, Sid terrorizing Memphis Power Pro, and loads of WWF news and views. Very strong show so check it out!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 1:25:09 Int’l: Japan (AJPW, DDT, FMW, IWA Japan, WAR, Gaea, & K-1) & CWA 1:55:21 Classic Commercial Break 2:00:57 The Amazon Game 2:37:29 Mexico: CMLL, IWRG, Monterrey, & Promo Azteca 2:54:03 Other USA: ECW, Memphis Power Pro, Music City, & Potpourri 3:35:35 WWF 4:53:58 Patreon Preview To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-115-september-27-october-3-1998/

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was September 20-26, 1991. We talk about the Lucha Libre strike and how it affected all of the promotions plus why it went down. We also discuss New Japan & FMW doing tremendous business on the same day with totally opposite shows, Tom Zenk being arrested, Joel Goodhart’s Autumn Armageddon, Handsome Stranger & Scott Anthony beefing over a girl, and one of the greatest Macho Man Randy Savage promos that no one talks about. A really strong show so check it out!!!!! 0:00:00 Mexico: EMLL & UWA 0:46:19 WCW 1:32:59 Int’l: Japan (NJPW, FMW, RINGS, UWFI, & W*ING), CWA, & WWC 2:07:17 Classic Commercial Break 2:14:35 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2:49:31 Other USA: TWA, SAPW, USWA, GWF, Portland, LPWA, Potpourri, & Steroids 4:15:42 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-114-september-20-26-1991/

Kris & David are joined by Al Getz this week to discuss the week that was September 13-19, 1997. We talk about the end of the USWA and all the legal madness that entailed it’s end. We talk about Steve Austin’s neck injury and the uncertainty of his comeback, Great Muta turning babyface in New Japan, huge shows in Mexico including Hijo del Santo vs. Negro Casas Anniversario Main Event, Paul Heyman talking Tod Gordon on TV, and Curt Hennig turning on The Four Horsemen at Fall Brawl. A tremendous show so don’t miss it!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 USWA 1:19:23 WWF 1:57:59 Int’l: Japan (AJPW, NJPW, BJPW, FMW, & Michinoku Pro) & CWA 2:31:46 Classic Commercial Break 2:35:23 Bobby Heenan, Housekeeping, & The Amazon Game 3:19:48 Latin America: AAA, CMLL, IWRG, Promo Azteca, & WWC 3:40:18 Other USA: ECW, MEWF, IWAMS, & MMA 4:27:27 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste https://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-113-september-13-19-1997-w-al-getz/

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was September 6-12, 1987. We talk about Jim Crockett Promotions losing talent and consolidating promotions, Bruiser Brody talking money with All Japan, the new Stud Stable in Continental, the WHEEL OF TORTURE in Memphis, and the downfall of the WWF LJN figures. A great show so check it out!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 JCP 1:20:46 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, & Stampede 1:38:00 Classic Commercial Break 1:44:28 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2:27:09 USA East: USWA, DSW, CCW, & CWA 3:13:11 USA West: WCCW, Wild West, Central States, AWA, & Portland 3:44:38 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-112-sept-6-12-1987/

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was August 30-September 5, 1992. We talk about Ric Flair regaining the WWF Title as well as the end of the Road Warriors for a while. We also talk about the beginning of the New Japan/WAR relationship, promotional wars in Mexico, WWF & USWA beginning their relationship, Dallas promotional wars, and a great WCW section talking all things Clash XX. This show was a complete blast so listen now!!!!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:43:59 Japan (AJPW, NJPW, FMW, PWFG, ULL, UWFI, AJW) & CWA 1:16:37 Classic Commercial Break 1:18:28 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:54:06 Latin America: AAA, EMLL, UWA, & WWC 2:27:21 U.S. Indies: WWA, ICWA, SMW, USWA, Big D, GWF, Von Erichs, WWA (Mora), & Crockett 3:31:08 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-111-aug-30th-sept-5th-1992/

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was August 23-29, 1985. We talk about all the major news from Japan which there was quite a bit of this week before going to the territories where we touch on everyone basically especially Jim Crockett Promotions and the early days of their expansion. We then talk about the WWF and Hulk Hogan’s bad knee which changed his career and the debut of Miss Elizabeth. A damn fun show so listen now!!!!!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, UWF, AJW, Grand Prix, & WWC 0:53:34 Classic Commercial Break 0:58:41 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:33:48 USA East: PWUSA, JCP, All-South, CWF, CCW, & CWA 2:38:53 USA West: Mid-South, WCCW, TASW, St. Louis, Central States, AWA, & Portland 3:25:25 WWF 3:59:55 Patreon Preview To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-110-august-23-29-1985/

Kris Zellner is joined by Scott Bowden (Kentucky Fried Rasslin) to discuss the Memphis territory and its biggest highlights from September-December 1982. We talk about the debut of Jim Cornette, the formation of The Fabulous Ones, the return of Nick Bockwinkel as AWA Champion, and lots, lots more. This is a fantastic show, so don’t miss it!!!!! To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/exile-on-badstreet-40-memphis-mayhem-sept-dec-1982-w-scott-bowden/

Kris & David are guestless this week to discuss the week that August 16-22, 2004. We talk about Evolution turning on Randy Orton and the reasoning why the turn was so rushed along with all the other backstage politics at this time. We then hit all the International news including WWC Anniversario weekend and U.S. Indie results before coming back with stories on Hardbody Harrison, Brock Lesnar getting hazed, and Bill Goldberg getting candid. TNA closes us out in true TNA fashion as well so listen to us ASAP!!!!!!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWE 1:21:54 Int’l: Japan (AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, BJPW, Dragon Gate, Hustle, K-Dojo, Michinoku Pro, Osaka Pro, Riki Pro, U-Style, Wrestle Aid, Gaea, & Rie Tamada retirement) & WXW 2:06:46 Classic Commercial Break 2:11:13 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game: Manimal Edition 2:54:58 Other North America: Hart House sale, Mexico (AAA, CMLL, ENESMA, Juvi, Monterrey, & Tijuan)),& WWC 3:44:36 U.S. Indies: NECW, 3PW, NWA Wildside, IWAMS, NWA No Limits, & FMLL 4:09:07 Mainstream News: Hardbody Harrison, Bill Goldberg interview, & Brock Lesnar NFL hazing 4:36:58 UFC 5:22:13 NWA-TNA To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste https://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-109-august-16-22-2004/

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was August 9-15, 1994. We discuss the ongoing political battle between ECW & NWA over the NWA Title Tournament, Ted Turner wanting CBS & NBC, the retirement of Ashura Hara, the rudo turn of Konnan, Jim Cornette pissed at the Torch, and the retirement of Jacques Rougeau. A damn fun show so check it out!!! 0:00:00 ECW 0:37:55 WCW 1:13:44 Japan (NJPW, WAR, FMW, Michinoku Pro, NOW, PWFG, AJW, & LLPW) & Europe 1:48:02 Classic Commercial Break 1:55:52 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2:23:34 Mexico: AAA, EMLL, UWA, & Monterrey 2:56:13 Other USA: SMW, USWA, Dallas, PWA, & Road Warrior Hawk 3:59:24 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-108-august-9-15-1994/

Kris & David are joined by Esteban el Boricua (Pro Wrestling Only) to discuss the week that was August 2-8, 1993. We talk about the “retirement” of Carlos Colon and the WWC scene in general with Buck Robley as the booker. We then pivot to the WWF talking about the Lex Express, the end of Hulk Hogan, and the debut of Jim Cornette. We also talk about the 1993 G1 Climax which was way different than now and the super business they were doing. Plus we discuss AAA dominating Mexico, Cornette vs. Armstrongs, and of course…..WCW EVERYBODY!!!!! This is a great show so check it out!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWC 0:44:27 WWF 1:38:46 Japan: NJPW, FMW, Michinoku Pro, NOW, PWC, Oriental Pro, W*ING, & AJW 2:37:43 Classic Commercial Break 2:44;01 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 3:11:44 Mexico: AAA, EMLL, & UWA 3:31:08 Other USA: ECW, SMW, USWA, GWF, & BIg D 4:22:55 Potpourri: Verne Gagne bankruptcy, radio shows, & Hulk Hogan acting work 4:39:22 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-107-august-2-8-1993/

Kris & David are guestless as we discuss the week that was July 26-August 1, 1989. We talk about Ricky Steamboat leaving the NWA and how it affected the promotion, how great Japanese wrestling (and pretty much wrestling in general around the world) was 1989, Dennis Condrey turning heel in Continental, wackiness in Memphis, the imminent end of World Class, Portland’s resurgence, and Andre the Giant vs. Ultimate Warrior killing towns. A very strong episode of BTS so don’t miss it!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 0:54:33 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, UWF, FMW, & AJW 1:23:31 Classic Commercial Break 1:28:58 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2:16:38 Other North America: Grand Prix, Stampede, EMLL, & Monterrey 2:38:46 USA East: FCW, CWF, & CWA 3:10:41 USA West (WCCW, AWA, & Portland) & Potpourri 4:06:21 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-106-july-26-aug-1-1989/

Kris & David are joined by Beau James (King of Kingsport) to discuss the week that was July 19-25, 1984. We discuss the aftermath of Black Saturday from both the WWF & Georgia sides of things, the Brawl to End it All on MTV and the ascension of Wendi Richter, and of course all of the territories including how Central States got a big victory over the WWF in Kansas City. This is a great show, so don’t miss out!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:44:17 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, UWF, Montreal, Stampede, & WWC 2:24:16 Classic Commercial Break 2:30:23 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 3:03:11 USA East: JCP, Georgia, CWF, SECW, & CWA 4:24:31 USA West: Mid-South, WCCW, SWCW, Central States, AWA, & Portland To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-105-july-19-25-1984-w-beau-james/

Kris Zellner is joined by Barry Rose (CWF Archives) to discuss the Florida Heavyweight Title/Southern Heavyweight Title scene in Florida from 1977-78. We talk about the Dusty Rhodes/Ernie Ladd feud which dominated the area for months, the rise of Dick Slater, Killer Karl Kox’s importance in Florida, and so much more. This is a great show so check it out!! To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/exile-on-badstreet-39-high-on-sunshine-florida-gold-1977-1978-w-barry-rose/

Kris & David are guestless this week celebrating our 2nd Anniversary of BTS and discussing the week that was July 5-11, 1986. We talk about Roddy Piper & Jesse Ventura possibly retiring as well as Slick & Dick Slater making their WWF debuts, Giant Baba still recognizing Stan Hansen as AWA Champ even after he quit AWA, all of the territories including Brad Armstrong & Steve Williams getting injured to go on Japanese tours, Fire & Flame attacking fans, and JCP bringing in much needed new talent. A very fun show as always so check it out!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:54:56 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, & Stampede 1:16:14 Classic Commercial Break 1:19:48 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 1:56:15 USA East: CWF, CCW, CWA, & UWF 2:44:16 USA West: WCCW, TASW, Central States, AWA, WWA, Portland, & PolyPro 3:20:10 Jim Crockett Promotions To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-104-july-5-11-1986/

Kris and David are back with a ridiculously news-packed episode covering the week that was July 5th-11th, 2005, which was requested by a Patreon backer. We open with the death of Shinya Hashimoto, trying to parse the exact circumstances of his departure from NJPW, plus looking at his health and the rise and fall of Zero-One. On top of that, Jim Cornette is fired by WWE for slapping the future Santino Marella, the Summer of Punk rolls on in ROH, Kenta Kobashi vs. Samoa Joe is officially announced, Gene Snitsky teams with the Kings of Wrestling against Jimmy Snuka (and admires Lita’s feet), “Hogan Knows Best” debuts, WWE cuts a bunch of wrestlers including two married couples while negotiating with Brock Lesnar, AND the Mohammad Hassan/Undertaker beheading knockoff angle airs on the day of the 7/7 terrorist attack. One of the most loaded shows we have ever done, so check it out! Timestamps: 0:00:00 Shinya Hashimoto 0:55:59 TNA 1:27:39 Japan: Zero-One Max, DDT, Dragon Gate, Michinoku Pro, HERO’S, Potpourri, & M*STYLE 2:08:47 Classic Commercial Break 2:11:59 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2:34:52 Other North America: Canada, CMLL, IWRG, Monterrey, & Puerto Rico 3:03:22 U.S. Indies: ROH, CZW, WXW, CAPW, PWE, IWAMS, NWA No Limits, PTW, PWG, & Potpourri 4:30:08 WWE To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-103-july-5th-11th-2005/

Kris & David are guestless this week as we discuss the week that was June 28-July 4, 1990. We talk about Brutus Beefcake’s serious parasailing accident that almost ended his life, not to mention his career, plus Koji Kitao getting heat with New Japan, Jerry Lawler turns back babyface in Memphis, wildness in Dallas, and a tremendous NWA section talking mainly about Ric Flair’s chances of going to the WWF. Very strong show so don’t miss it!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 0:37:11 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, SWS, UWF, CWA, Canada, & EMLL 1:18:33 Classic Commercial Break 1:20:34 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2:15:16 Other USA: NAWA, USWA, Other Dallas, Portland, LPWA, & Potpourri 3:07:47 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-102-june-28-july-4-1990/

Kris and David are joined by the returning Emil Jay (Dojo Wars) to talk about the week that was June 21-27, 1995. We discuss King of the Ring ’95, arguably one of the worst PPVs ever, and the Philly crowd’s revolt at what they got, plus a truly WCW week in WCW history with multiple negative tag title reigns, Victor Quinones meets Dennis Coralluzzo, THE VADER ROADKILL TOUR, and much more. Plus, we also memorialize our friend, Chris Bryan/Chandler Biggins, and both the beginning and end of the show. Timestamps: 0:00:00 Chris Bryan/Chandler Biggins tribute 0:12:06 WCW 1:28:18 Japan: NJPW, WAR, FMW, SPWF, West Japan, AJW, & LLPW 2:12;52 Classic Commercial Break 2:14:08 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2:35:13 Int’l: Lebanon, AAA, & EMLL 2:51:49 Other USA: NWANJ, ECW, SMW, USWA, UFC, NWC, & Potpourri 4:24:32 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-101-june-21-27-1995-w-emil-jay/

For the special occasion that is episode #100, Kris & David are joined by Alan “Alan4L” Counihan (WXW/Dr. Keith Presents), Dave Prazak (SHIMMER), & Rob Bihari (Como Estas) to discuss the week that was June 14-20, 1996…in a show so monstrous that it is split into two parts.We discuss the WWF suing WCW over Scott Hall & Kevin Nash’s actions in WCW, New Japan’s Skydiving J card at Budokan Hall, the changing scene in Mexico, the final USWA show at the Mid-South Coliseum, and the historic 1996 Great American Bash PPV. This is a great, mega stacked show so don’t miss it!!!! Thanks to everyone for listening, and enjoy the next 100 shows. Part 1: 0:00:00 WWF (with Alan Counihan) 1:55:21 Japan: NJPW Skydiving J, WAR, Samurai Project, Tokyo Pro, Pancrase, Gaea, & JWP (with Alan Counihan) 2:55:17 Classic Commercial Break 3:00:56 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game (with Dave Prazak) Part 2: 0:00:00 Mexico: AAA, EMLL, & Tijuana (with Rob Bihari) 1:19:51 Other USA: NWANJ, ECW, USWA, & Potpourri (with Dave Prazak) 2:38:09 WCW (with Rob Bihari) To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-100-june-14-20-1996/

Kris & David are joined this week by Tom Green (Dynamite Cup) to discuss the week that was June 7-13, 1993. We talk about WCW’s substance abuse policy leaking to the WON as well as Shane Douglas ripping it in the Wrestling Flyer newsletter. We also discuss the formation of the Masters of the Power Bomb as well as Cactus Jack being Lost in Cleveland with Cathleen White. We then pivot to Japan talking about Jushin Thunder Liger possibly injuring his foot causing booking plans to be changed before moving to AAA possibly coming to Los Angeles and The Undertaker debuting in Memphis. Last, but not least, we go over the first ever King of the Ring pay-per-view. This was a long but hilarious show so don’t miss it!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WCW 1:22:19 Eurasia: NJPW, AJPW, ULL, W*ING, AJW, CWA, & WWS 2:07:21 Classic Commercial Break 02:11:52 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2;45:35 Mexico: AAA, EMLL, & UWA 3:10:53 Other USA: ECW, SMW, USWA, GWF, Big D, & Potpourri 4:25:22 WWF To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-99-june-7-13-1993/

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was May 31-June 6, 1987. We talk about new faces coming to WWF and the Honky Tonk Man becoming the new WWF IC Champ as well as Riki Choshu making his in-ring return to NJPW. We also discuss Atlanta having a heavy TV wrestling scene, Big Bubba being kidnapped(!) in Memphis, the new World Class, and lots of excitement in JCP including phantom title changes and Dusty Rhodes wanting his goddamn money. This is a great show so LISTEN NOW!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 WWF 1:08:48 Int’l: AJPW, NJPW, & Stampede 1:23:15 Classic Commercial Break 1:28:22 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 2:00:02 Patreon Special preview clip: Jerry Jarrett Torch Talk 2:11:11 USA East: Deep South, CCW, & CWA 3:06:46 USA West (WCCW, Wild West, Central States, AWA, & Portland) & Potpourri 4:05:56 Jim Crockett Promotions To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-98-may-31-june-6-1987/

Kris & David are guestless as well as under the weather this week as we discuss the week that was May 24-30, 2003. We talk about all the craziness backstage in TNA between the Jarrett clique and the Russo clique. We then go over all the many promotions in Japan at the time and even some England/Australia stuff as well. We then discuss the scene in Mexico before going to the US Indies which saw some interesting shows in IWA Mid-South & Mid-American Wrestling. Finally, we close with WWE featuring some fun clips starring Vince McMahon & Zach Gowen. We were sick but soldiered on and we hope the show is up to our normal standards! 0:00:00 TNA 1:01:26 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, WJ, Zero-One, Michinoku Pro, Osaka Pro, Toryumon, WMF, Kageki, K-Dojo, Arsion, & Gaea 1:52:18 Commonwealth: WWA, All-Star, & MXPW 2:04:46 Classic Commercial Break 2:10:19 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game w/ Greg Allman tribute 2:44:01 Mexico: AAA, EMLL, IWRG, & Monterrey 2:53:17 U.S. Indies: Chikara, HWA, NAWA, Memphis, IWAMS, MAW, Rev Pro, UPW, Potpourri, & Hook ’n’ Shoot 3:39:54 OVW & WWE To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-97-may-24-30-2003/

Kris & David are guestless this week as we discuss the week that was May 17-23, 1999. The death of Owen Hart is our main topic and we go in depth with the feelings at the time of his death from all facets including his family and their opinion of how the WWF handled the tragedy. We go on to talk about all the other WWF news as well as Japan, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and so on before closing with WCW which gave Dave Meltzer many migraine headaches that week. This was a great show, so don’t miss it. Timestamps: 0:00:00 Owen Hart 1:26:49 Other WWF 2:18:05 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, ZIPANG, & RINGS 2:54:55 Classic Commercial Break 2:59:09 Housekeeping & The Amazon Game 3:28:55 Latin America: AAA, EMLL, & IWA Puerto Rico 3:43:03 Other USA: CZW, JAPW, ECW, Steel City, Pillman Memorial, MPPW, MAW, APW, & Potpourri 4:49:49 WCW To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at https://patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows! You can also support the show by shopping with our Amazon referral link at https://tinyURL.com/BTSAmazon — Nothing extra comes out of your wallet, but Amazon gives us a kickback for referring you to them. To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app’s directory, or you can also paste http://feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has. http://placetobenation.com/between-the-sheets-96-may-17-23-1999/