The white-hot Four Horsemen were storming through Jim Crockett Promotions as 1987 began. Fans came out by the tens of thousands to see them hopefully get their comeuppance. They were hated and loved for being hated. But no one knew that an implosion to that original Horsemen line-up was coming. Heck, who thought Ole would ever be cheered?!But as good as business was, subtle shifts began to signal potential trouble. Crockett moves his entire operation to Dallas upon expanding there, incurring sizable expenses. Ron Garvin would win the Heavyweight title as houses began to suffer. What was to come?Join arguably the most hated member of wrestling’s most notorious faction ever, as Tully Blanchard sits down with you to draw back the curtain on everything happening in 1987.– Ole’s split– Tagging with Arn– The U.S. Title– The Dallas Expansion– Bunkhouse Stampedes– Dusty the booker– Lex Luger, Horseman… and MUCH MORE00:00 Introduction to Wrestling in the 80s01:34 The Significance of the TV Title05:36 Barry Windham and the Horsemen06:42 Crockett's Expansion and Cable TV10:00 Lex Luger Joins the Horsemen12:57 The Role of Heel and Babyface Champions14:40 The Philosophy of Wrestling Shows53:41 The Crockett Cup and Teaming with Lex01:08:08 Memories of Mark Fleming and Norfolk, Virginia01:09:03 The Art of Making People Mad01:09:35 Behind the Scenes: Authenticity in Wrestling01:12:36 Chemistry and Failed Re-creations01:13:04 The Wild 80s: Partying and Valets01:14:29 Adaptability and Wrestling Styles01:16:43 Fan Interactions and Safety01:28:02 War Games and Gimmick Matches01:33:11 Blading and Commitment to Performance01:57:34 The Rise of the Horsemen02:10:12 Reflections on 1987 and the End of an Era

We’re off once again…back in time to the years of regional territories in pro wrestling. For this edition, host Jim Cornette sits down with the venerable J.J. Dillon for a comprehensive examination of the Crocketts’ Mid Atlantic Wrestling.In what can best be described as a tale of two territories, you’ll see the style and formulas used by Jim Crockett Sr, and then the direction and decisions that his family implemented after his death in the 70s.J.J. Dillon is the perfect guest for this edition of the show, having worked in both Crockett eras and also having worked as a manager and office personnel. He and Jim paint a vivid and living picture of the Mid Atlantic era like no one has before.This journey back through one of pro wrestling’s most celebrated territories is made even more special with the inclusion of over one hour of lost Mid Atlantic Wrestling footage, thanks to Jim Cornette’s collection of film he purged from the dumpsters of TBS after the sale of Crockett promotions.Get ready to hop in with JJ and Jim and go BACK TO THE TERRITORIES00:00 Introduction to the Tale of Two Territories00:51 The Legacy of Jim Crockett Sr.02:02 Welcome to Back to the Territories02:30 James J. Dillon's Early Career in Charlotte02:55 The History of Jim Crockett Promotions04:55 Meeting Jim Crockett Sr.05:28 The Carolinas Wrestling Scene in the 1970s08:22 The National Wrestling Alliance and Its Champions21:38 The Tag Team Territory Era42:21 Local Promoters and Their Influence51:53 The Transition to Singles Wrestling01:01:54 The Impact of Jim Crockett Sr.'s Death01:17:15 The Rise of Jim Crockett Jr. and the New Era01:30:33 Dusty Rhodes: A Wrestling Legend01:31:24 Johnny Valentine: The Real Deal01:34:31 Wahoo McDaniel: The Tough Competitor01:41:31 The Rise of Ric Flair01:43:16 The Importance of Championships01:44:57 Dory Funk Jr.: A Champion's Legacy02:21:04 The Influence of Eddie Graham02:26:14 The Formation of The Four Horsemen02:28:05 Dusty Rhodes' Booking Style02:29:20 Jim Crockett Promotions: The Family Legacy02:37:02 Jimmy Crockett's Reserved Nature02:37:41 The Crockett Family Reunion02:38:22 Jimmy Crockett Takes Responsibility02:39:59 The TBS Time Slot and Vince McMahon02:42:47 The Rise of Jim Crockett Promotions02:47:32 The Great American Bash and Expansion02:48:23 The Decline of Jim Crockett Promotions03:12:22 The Sale to Turner Broadcasting03:17:45 The Legacy of Mid-Atlantic Wrestling03:23:15 Final Reflections and FarewellJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTZzb1tdtCzLBaOGczlLYQ/join

Our most recent guest is a recent inductee into WWE’s version of the Hall of Fame, and he’s come here to YOUSHOOT to talk about everything that got him inducted. Rikishi is a proud descendant of a bloodline fully entrenched in pro wrestling and he discusses it at length here, as well as all the unpredictable and uncensored topics you had for him.Whether it’s his prior runs, or the ass that made him a fortune, Rikishi has something to say about all of it!00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back01:07 Fan Questions Begin03:06 Hall of Fame Reflections04:01 Future in WWE and Training Academy08:14 Too Cool Memories10:05 The Dirt and Rumors22:22 Training Philosophy and Advice26:07 Locker Room Etiquette and Stories38:59 First WWE Appearance39:24 Meeting Wrestling Legends39:58 Unplanned TV Moment40:56 Interactions with Wrestling Icons42:16 Montreal Screwjob Perspective44:27 Toughest Wrestlers48:29 Family Legacy in Wrestling51:05 Advice for the Usos54:33 Roman Reigns' Push and Criticism01:07:39 The Stink Face Origin01:19:01 Eating Habits and Pre-Match Routine01:19:37 Buffet Stories and Favorite Opponents01:20:38 Memorable Matches and Difficult Opponents01:22:47 Influences and Iconic Moments01:24:12 Opinions on Wrestling Personalities01:24:55 Favorite Managers and Chemistry01:28:14 Road Stories and Wrestling Culture01:31:15 Gimmicks and Character Evolution01:38:43 UK Wrestling Scene and Rising Stars01:40:19 Experiences with ICP and Juggalo Championship Wrestling01:42:37 Wrestling Events and Payment Issues01:43:58 Working with Von Erichs and Freebirds01:45:37 Paul Heyman and ECW01:47:00 WWE Tryouts and Career Reflections01:52:14 TNA Experiences and Disappointments01:55:21 Regrets and Career Highlights01:59:59 Family Legacy and Future Stars02:00:35 Concluding Thoughts and FarewellJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTZzb1tdtCzLBaOGczlLYQ/join

The ongoing history of wrestling's most dangerous and innovative organization in recent times rolls on! This edition is very special as we tackle the beginning of ECW's "Hardcore Era" as Eastern became E-X-T-R-E-M-E!! This 1994 edition is told by the man that was at the center of the transition, as he grabbed the mic, threw down a belt and changed wrestling history.00:00 The Early Days of ECW02:14 The Birth of 'The Franchise' Character03:16 Memories of Sherry Martel05:02 Working with Terry Funk06:58 The Rise of Mikey Whipwreck22:43 The Evolution of Sandman26:02 The Tazmaniac and JT Smith39:53 The Impact of the Singapore Cane42:08 Joey Styles: The Voice of ECW42:44 Joey Styles' Unique Commentary Style44:54 The Impact of Joey Styles on ECW46:45 The Phenomenal In-Ring Performers49:26 Tension Between Terry and Dory Funk51:24 The Dangerous Stunts in ECW53:18 Mick Foley's Hardcore Legacy59:13 Rick Flair's Controversial Behavior01:15:52 Fan Participation and Security Challenges01:20:48 The NWA Belt Controversy01:29:40 The Promo That Shocked Everyone01:31:10 Backstage Reactions and Aftermath01:34:21 The Ric Flair Feud01:37:17 The ECW Experience01:39:10 Locker Room Stories and Personal Reflections01:46:36 The Legacy of ECW01:59:25 The Loose Cannon: Brian Pillman02:06:48 Final Thoughts on ECW's Impact

The hard-nosed Amarillo territory of yesteryear can have its roots traced to one man... Dory Funk, Sr. A star in the ring and a highly respected promoter and owner, Dory Sr. churned out talents that would go on to be superstars both in the ring and as bookers. Texans looking for no-frills pro wrestling in the mid-century looked no further than Dory's towns.But an even more remarkable thing happened as Dory Sr. gave the world to strapping young bucks that would not only go on to national prominence as a tag team but also both became NWA World Champions. This feat is unprecedented and one of those sons, Terry Funk, is there to take us back in time to the Amarillo territory of the Funk family.Join our resident mad scientist, Jim Cornette, and get ready to hop in and hit another territory of the past!!!00:00 - Introductions00:14 - Dory Funk Sr. And Amarillo Wrestling11:48 - The Evolution of UFC and Wrestling25:05 - West Texas Sports and Travel31:17 - Zales and Wrestling Promoters46:36 - Texas Death Match and Wrestling Stories1:02:46 - Stories From the Wrestling Business1:11:00 - Wrestlers1:21:00 - Wrestling Legends Talk NWA Title Success1:33:50 - Memorable Stories and Riots in Wrestling1:45:18 - Career Highlights and Memories in Wrestling1:51:59 - In-Ring Performers and Suspension of Disbelief1:57:37 - The Evolution of Wrestling in Amarillo2:11:57 - Reflections and Farewell in the Territories

Grow up watching Cosby, Leave It to Beaver, Family Ties? Well, forget anything you may have learned about family life from TV. This look inside the pro wrestling family explores all elements…from kayfabing the grammar school teachers to the dinner table, to the locker room.Join Larry Hennig and go on a personal journey inside his family in this classic Investigative Special. Relive the endless travel, the good times, the bizarre, the hilarious moments, and tragedy.00:00 Introduction to Larry 'The Ax' Henick00:39 Challenges of a Wrestling Family01:57 Raising Children in a Wrestling Household02:39 Maintaining Family Stability05:15 Pitfalls of the Wrestling Business07:28 Larry's Career and Family Beginnings17:51 Kurt Henick's Journey into Wrestling26:23 Athleticism in the Henick Family29:29 Kurt's Early Career and Training30:27 Family Concerns and Support30:59 Hall of Fame Induction Stories33:50 Wrestling Legacy and Training35:23 Kurt's Wrestling Style and Matches38:42 Father-Son Wrestling Dynamics43:15 Kurt's Success and Mr. Perfect Persona48:49 Challenges and Advice for Future Wrestlers50:43 Grandchildren Following the Legacy52:41 Reflections and Closing Thoughts

It’s January of 1984 and the entire WWE has hinged its future on one man. And now he has changed his mind. Hogan has called and he’s not coming. What now?Join Kevin Sullivan in this remarkable DVD as he sits down in our mock booking office and proceeds to rewrite the year 1984 in the WWE. The task we’ve given him…make 1984 the breakout year it was for the WWE, but without Hogan. Watch as Sullivan books scenario after scenario in the wrestling organization that he has never actually booked for!Kevin Sullivan is a former booker/wrestler and he now brings his experience and vast knowledge to our booking session in the first edition of Guest Booker!Hop in our time machine and watch as Sullivan books twelve months of pro wrestling before your eyes. A must-see for the smart fan!00:00 WWE's 1984 Conundrum: No Hulk Hogan00:37 Guest Booker: Kevin Sullivan's Task01:29 Evaluating the WWE Roster02:03 Strategic Cuts and Key Retentions04:43 Bringing in New Talent11:03 Building the 1984 WWE Card20:17 Booking the Main Event and Beyond44:01 Intercontinental Title Plans48:47 Return of the Superstar49:36 Personal Issues and Drug Problems51:19 Billy Graham's Wrestling Career52:14 Booking Matches and Opponents53:36 The Role of Physique in Wrestling01:02:11 Tag Team Strategies and Freebirds01:12:03 National Expansion and Title Switches01:18:32 Television and House Shows01:29:49 Building Angles and Sustaining Heat01:39:00 Final Card for December Show

YouShoot has returned with another of the wrestling business’ most brave participants. Shane Helms came to national prominence as the character The Hurricane, and he has come to be known as one of the funnier storytellers in wrestling.Here in the YouShoot forum, you sent everything you had for Helms and he answered it all…from drunken brawls with Jericho, to heat with Michaels…from superheroes to sex…Shane extends his Southern hospitality to you and answers all of your questions.Shane shows himself to be honest and entertaining and still come off as a genuinely nice guy. In wrestling???See for yourself in the series that changed the game…the one, the only…YOUSHOOT!00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Hurricane Helms01:06 Funny Stories from Omega Days03:48 Diving Off the Container Truck07:53 Transition from WCW to WWF09:52 Backstage Etiquette and Shaking Hands12:43 Wrestler's Court and Locker Room Politics15:22 The Undertaker's Leadership18:13 Challenges with WWE Agents26:24 Backstage Fights and Ribs30:55 Dick or Cool? Rating Fellow Wrestlers32:56 Meeting CM Punk and First Impressions33:34 Straight Edge Attitudes and Judgments34:06 Interactions with Wrestling Personalities34:31 Memorable Moments with The Rock35:12 Bagwell's Dark Moments and Resurgence36:08 Shawn Michaels and Johnny's Support37:13 Bubba's Northern Swagger37:38 Al Snow and Dave Bautista38:03 Jim Cornette and Wrestling Styles38:41 Scott Steiner's In-Ring Experience40:21 Triple H and John Cena40:35 Ryan Reynolds and Chris Jericho40:45 Tag Team Dynamics with Lance Storm45:03 Relationships in the Wrestling Industry46:54 Matt Hardy, Lita, and Edge Situation47:43 DDP and Kimberly Controversy47:54 The Hoe Bag Segment53:34 Fan Interactions and Autograph Signings55:22 WCW Power Plant Experience01:00:53 Hardcore Matches with Brian Knobbs01:02:15 Drunken Mugshot Memories01:03:33 Heat with Shawn Michaels01:07:24 Romantic Relations in Wrestling01:10:26 Hotel Room Pranks01:12:23 Wrestling's Wild Party Stories01:17:00 Drug Use in Wrestling01:23:08 Jeff Hardy's Victory Road Incident01:27:41 Music and Character in Wrestling01:30:17 The Sunglasses Story01:31:22 Favorite Restaurants on the Road01:31:42 The World's Strongest Sandwich01:32:29 Spare Time Activities01:35:05 Comic Book Trivia01:36:43 Wrestling and Superheroes01:43:52 Thoughts on the Wrestling Industry01:56:20 Three Count Reunion