Fire Pro Wrestling: Iron Slam '96 was considered by many to be the black sheep of the series. At least, until 2012. The second ever 3D wrestling game released, the game features impressive animations and music but is unfortunately plagued by poor, broken AI and a miniscule roster. Here is our review.…

Ep 269 – Ground Zero: In Your House “That’s the Bottom Line”The midcard is still a problem and we've made IYH even longer0:29 - Welcome15:39 - IYH Opening18:47 - Goldust (w/ Marlena) vs Brian Pillman in an Indecent Proposal match23:14 - Brian Christopher vs Scott Putski28:04 - Savio Vega vs Faarooq vs Crush in a Triple Threat match39:10 - El Torito…

In this episode, we discuss wrestlers and jiu jitsu fighters working matches in Brazil. We also review WWE's King and Queen of the Ring.De către kenzimmermanjr

Learn about the impact of disease in warfare, the horrors of pre-OSHA railroad work, an ill-fated attempt to swindle a "Jay In The Woods" town, trash talking in the sports pages, and more! Join Nick and Heidi for the story of Fred Beell, part two! Venmo research donations accepted at @nicholas-gossert Primary sources: Sited articles from American N…

After X Premium, 6Men Scramble was the next Fire Pro title that really impacted a lot of people. Not just fans, but wrestlers as well. It still holds up as a fantastic game. We also talk gaming news as always, figures, X-Men '97, and the "Big Rubber Guy" Rene Dupree.

Ep 268 – Hardcore Heaven 1997 ECW does PPV for a 2nd time0:34 - Welcome14:09 - HH Opening17:54 - Chris Candido vs Taz for the ECW World Television Championship24:04 - Spike Dudley vs Bam Bam Bigelow27:46 - Rob Van Dam (w/ Bill Alfonso) vs Al Snow in a Monday Night Wrestling match35:26 - The Dudley Boys (Dvon/Buh Buh Ray Dudley) (w/ Big Dick/Sign Gu…

Ep 267 – WWF Monday Night RAW 08/11/1997There are glimpses of the future 0:22 - Welcome15:19 - RAW Opening20:36 - Road Warrior Hawk (w/Road Warrior Animal) vs Henry O Godwinn (w/Phineas I Godwinn) in a Country Whipping match25:34 - Scott Putski vs Tony Williams28:57 - Flash Funk vs Brian Pillman38:00 - Owen Hart and British Bulldog vs the Patriot a…

In this episode, I talk about the 1924 match between Jim Browning and Taro Miyake.De către kenzimmermanjr

X Premium is a landmark wrestling game. If you were new to the series, it was the first game everyone talked about and ignited the fanbase outside of Japan. We also talk the AEW DLC, WWE DLC, status of UPW, X-MEN and more.

Ep 266 – Born to Be Wired One of the most brutal main events0:33 - Welcome14:00 - BtBW Opening14:05 - Little Guido (w/ Tracy Smothers and Tommy Rich) vs Pablo Marquez17:53 – Louie Spicolli vs Mikey Whipwreck21:01 - Spike Dudley vs Bam Bam Bigelow24:26 - “The Rookie” Chris Chetti vs Chris Candido27:37 - “The Franchise” Shane Douglas (w/ Francine) vs…

We're back with Super Fire Pro Wrestling Special! A really enjoyable Super Famicom title with an infamous story mode. Also, NERVE TESTING, X-Men '97, not buying figures but also ordering figures. More content than you can shake a stick at.

Technical difficulties led to this podcast being more of a compilation. We discuss an odd decision by the New York State Althletic Commission in 1921.De către kenzimmermanjr

Ep 265 – Road WIld 1997 “It’s Gonna Be Wild” It doesn’t get as wild as they said it would0:15 - Welcome14:17 - RW Opening15:26 – Vicious and Delicious (Buff Bagwell/Scott Norton) (w/ Vincent) vs Harlem Heat (Booker T/Stevie Ray)21:11 - Konnan vs Rey Mysterio Jr in a Mexican Death Match26:26 - Four Horsemen (Steve “Mongo” McMichael/”The Crippler” Ch…

Today we look at the licensed Fire Pro Joshi games released for the Super Famicom and PC Engine CD. Spoilers, Queen's Special rules. We also talk the recent UPW Kickstarter update, WhatsTheStatus, The Great Shake, Rattle & Roll controversary of 2K24 and as always, X-Men. Bub.

Ep 264 – WCW Monday Night Nitro 08/04/1997It's the so-called "100th" episode of Nitro 0:29 - Welcome12:42 - Nitro Opening17:42 - Mortis (w/ James Vandenburg) vs Curt Hennig20:17 - Hector Guerrero and Chavo Guerrero Jr vs Jeff Jarrett and Dean Malenko (w/ Queen Debra)25:41 - Lenny Lane, Scott D'Amore and Joey Maggs vs Giant28:14 - High Voltage (Kenn…

Today Nick and Heidi discuss the railroad expansion into the post-Civil War Midwest, why fire is bad, old timey language that makes us giggle, and of course the early life and career of Fred Beell. Venmo research donations accepted at @nicholas-gossert Primary sources: Sited articles from American Newspapers.…

This week we take a look at Super Fire Pro Wrestling, Super Fire Pro Wrestling 2 and Super Fire Pro Wrestling 3:Final Bout/Easy Type for the Super Famicom. We also talk the Fight Forever Samoa Joe DLC and news of the week. Oh, and X-Men, of course!

Ep 263 – Summerslam 1997 “Hart & Soul”Unfortunate mistakes mar this show 0:28 - Welcome17:00 - SS Opening21:07 - Hunter Hearst Helmsley (w/Chyna) vs Mankind in a Steel Cage match35:28 - Goldust (w/ Marlena) vs Brian Pillman40:32 - The Godwinns (Henry O/Phineas I Godwinn) vs the Legion of Doom (Road Warrior Hawk/Road Warrior Animal)50:54 - British B…

Mongo bit the bullet and bought WWE 2K24 so we're here with a special report! We also talk about The Wrestling Code King Kong Bundy TECH DEMO (Oh boy) and some clarification on the Ultra Pro Wrestling discussion we had last week.We also go over Mike Straw's report on AEW Fight Forever. It's a bit of anger feuled episode this week so it's a fun one.…

In this episode, I discuss the backstage video from AEW at Wembley, talk about pro wrestling before the modern promotion system, and review Wrestlemania XL Day 2.De către kenzimmermanjr

Ep 262 – G1 Climax 1997It's that time of year0:34 - Welcome18:46 - G1 Opening20:08 – Lord Steven Regal vs Satoshi Kojima in a 1st round battle23:28 - Hiroyoshi Tenzan vs Tadao Yasuda in a 1st round battle29:06 - Scott Norton vs Junji Hirata in a 1st round battle31:59 - Michiyoshi Ohara vs Masahiro Chono (w/ Hiro Saito and Hiroyoshi Tenzan) in a 1st…

Today we discuss a man of many stolen gimmicks. A man with multiple shots at the NWA title. A man who set fires, committed crimes, did prison time, and was the body guard of a Mafia boss, who went on to be a movie icon. Nick and Heidi tell the story of Lenny Montana! Venmo research donations accepted at @nicholas-gossert Primary sources: Sited arti…

In this episode, I discuss the possible reasons for the falling out between Tex Rickard and Jack Curley. I also review the first night of Wrestlemania XL.De către kenzimmermanjr

It's a WHOPPER of an episode this week as we take a look at the Fire Pro trilogy that started it all. It's also WrestleMania week with tons of news on action figures, wrestling in general and some video game news, including UPW DLC announcements.

Ep 261 – Bash at the Beach 1997“Hollywood Hogan and Dennis Rodman Crash the Beach”The 1year anniversary of the nWo 0:36 - Welcome15:09 - BatB Opening16:37 - Mortis and Wrath (w/ James Vandenberg) vs Glacier and Ernest “The Cat” Miller23:43 - Ultimo Dragon vs Chris Jericho for the WCW Cruiserweight Championship34:47 - nWo Japan (Masahiro Chono/Great…

We got together and did some Wrestlemania XL predictions plus some bonus movie talkDe către Wrestling History X

In this episode, we discuss the threat that Marin Plestina posed to the wrestling trust between 1917 and 1921.De către kenzimmermanjr

Ep 260 – In Your House 16: Canadian Stampede Technical difficulties don’t stop us from heading to the Deep North0:30 - Welcome15:24 - IYH Opening18:04 - Hunter Hearst Helmsley (w/ Chyna) vs Mankind25:35 - Taka Michinoku vs the Great Sasuke38:45 - Vader (w/ Paul Bearer) vs the Undertaker for the WWF Championship51:30 - Goldust, Ken Shamrock, the Leg…

How did an all-women's show impact the Colorado Wrestling Scene? How do women wrestlers navigate the world of regional pro wrestling? Why did Priscilla Kelly kick Heidi Howitzer in the face? Listen up as we solve these mysteries and tell wild stories from Respect Women's Wrestling! Venmo research donations accepted at @nicholas-gossert…

In this episode, we discuss how World War I affected American professional wrestling. We also reveal who said, "Repetition is the key when dealing with goofs."De către kenzimmermanjr

Ep 259 – Great American Bash 1997 “Give Him a Nice Warm Hug on Father’s Day”Feuds galore on this one 0:28 - Welcome13:46 - GAB Opening16:02 - Psychosis (w/ Sonny Onoo) vs Ultimo Dragon in a Special Respect Challenge23:11 - Harlem Heat (Booker T/Stevie Ray) (w/ Sister Sherri) vs the Steiner Brothers (Rick/Scott Steiner) in a #1 Contender’s Match for…

RetroMania Wrestling has finally finished it's story. Was it worth the wait? I also talk about my experience with WWE 2K24, action figures and we're also super pumped for X-Men '97 so we take a detour into the world of comics.

Ep 258 – WCW Monday Night Nitro 06/09/1997The go-home show to Great American Bash 0:26 - Welcome15:31 - Nitro Opening17:01 - Juventud Guerrera, Super Calo, and Ultimo Dragon vs La Parka, Psychosis, and Silver King25:38 - Alex Wright vs Chris Jericho29:30 - Malia Hosaka vs Akira Hokuto (w/ Sonny Onoo) for the WCW World Women’s Championship32:18 - Ko…

Murder, scandals, intervention by the supreme court, Nazi in-laws, a Texas Death match, and the hottest short run a tag team could ask for. Today Nick and Heidi discuss the life and career of Sam Sheppard! Venmo research donations accepted at @nicholas-gossert Primary sources: Sited articles from American Newspapers.…

In this solo episode, I look at John "The Nebraska Tiger Man" Pesek settling two promotional wars in the 1920s.De către kenzimmermanjr

Ep 257 – King of the Ring 1997 “It’s Bound to Get Medieval. Brace Yourself” These options aren’t the best 0:33 - Welcome18:04 - KotR Opening19:52 - Ahmed Johnon vs Hunter Hearst Helmsley (w/ Chyna) in a Semi-Final of the King of the Ring Tournament23:18 - Mankind vs Jerry “The King” Lawler in a Semi-Final of the King of the Ring Tournament32:30 - C…

In this episode, we discuss the origins of professional wrestling stories and legends around events through history.De către kenzimmermanjr

Tonight is AEW Revolution and Sting's last match so we decided to take a look at the Icon's history in wrestling video games. Also gaming news and figure talk as usual. Thank you, Sting.

Ep 256 – Wrestlepalooza 1997A new era starts 0:34 - Welcome15:34 - Wrestlepalooza Opening16:30 - “The Franchise” Shane Douglas (w/ Francine) vs “The Rookie” Chris Chetti for the ECW World Television Championship20:28 - The FBI (Little Guido/Tracy Smothers) (w/ Tommy Rich) vs the Pitbulls (#1/#2)24:43 - The Dudley Boys (Buh Buh Ray/D-Von Dudley) (w/…

Join Nick and Nova Mente BJJ Instructor Troy Everett for a look back at the world of martial arts instructional VHS tapes. So wash your gi, buy a black belt online, and get ready to kick your friends in the head while learning karate in your basement! Venmo research donations accepted at @nicholas-gossert…

In this episode, we discuss the careers of Jim Londos and Primo Carnera leading into a review of their 1950 wrestling match.De către kenzimmermanjr

Ep 255 – Best of Super Juniors IVWhen you can watch Japanese wrestling, you watch Japanese wrestling0:34 - Welcome14:40 - BoSJ Opening16:38 – Jushin Thunder Liger vs Chavo Guerrero Jr in a Block A match18:49 - Shinjiro Otani vs Yoshihiro Tajiri in a Block B match23:43 - Tatsuhito Takaiwa vs Koji Kanemoto in a Block A match30:39 - Gran Naniwa vs Jus…

Ep 254 – Slamboree 1997 “The Tradition Continues…” NFL All-Pros come to the Black and Blue Division0:30 - Welcome16:13 - Slamboree Opening17:29 - Steven Regal vs Ultimo Dragon (w/ Sonny Onoo) for the WCW World Television Championship22:55 - Luna Vachon vs Madusa30:04 - Yuji Yasuraoka vs Rey Mysterio Jr33:59 - Mortis (w/ James Vandenberg) vs Glacier…

The end of an era, the decline of the Howard Theater, the Bowsers enjoy the success of their Boston promotion, and of course a few arrests, rumors, and drama. It's the conclusion of our look at the life and times of Cora Livingston! Venmo research donations accepted at @nicholas-gossert Primary sources: Sited articles from American and Canadian New…

In this episode, we discuss William Muldoon vs. Clarence Whistler as we try to be more positive this week.De către kenzimmermanjr

We're back to talk neeeews, which includes the WWE 2K24 reveal over Royal Rumble week, Powertown wrestling figures and so much more!

Ep 253 – Buffalo Invasion A different venue…a different feel?0:32 - Welcome18:42 - Invasion Opening18:43 - The Full Blooded Italians (Little Guido/Tracy Smothers) (w/ Tommy Rich) vs the Pitbulls (#1/#2)27:05 - Wild Bill Wiles vs Balls Mahoney30:12 - Spike Dudley vs Taz34:17 - Chris Chetti vs “The Franchise” Shane Douglas (w/ Francine) for the ECW W…

In this episode, we discuss the Vince McMahon scandal, the dirty deeds of promoters in the past, and review the 2024 Royal Rumble. We end this long episode talking about wrestling on TV in St. Louis during the 1980s.De către kenzimmermanjr

Ep 252 – In Your House 15: A Cold Day in Hell “There’s gonna be a whole lotta whoop-ass goin’ on!”Is it the end of the Ahmed-Faarooq feud? 0:27 - Welcome17:47 - IYH Opening20:13 - Flash Funk vs Hunter Hearst Helmsley (w/ Chyna)27:40 - Mankind vs Rocky Maivia32:27 - Crush, Savio Vega and Faarooq (w/ the Nation of Domination) vs Ahmed Johnson in a Ga…

This is a wild game. Taking a shoot style wrestler and having matches that take place on rings in the sky and balconies where a wrestler falls to their death. Unfortunately, we have to talk about the lawsuit against WWE, Vince McMahon and John Laurinaitis. We actually cut it down, for the best coverage, we recommend listening to the podcast with Jo…