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NWA Crock and Roll Revisit #3: June 1985

 
Originally aired: September 16, 2020 on The Place to Be Nation Wrestling Feed
The boys are back with a big Episode 3 and this time they’re joined by first-time podcaster Keith Hughes for a wild, angle-packed look at June 1985 on the road to the first ever Great American Bash!
This episode is loaded with classic storytelling, heated rivalries, and over-the-top characters that only Jim Crockett Promotions can deliver. The crew breaks down:
The fiery continuation of the build to Magnum T.A. vs. Ric Flair, while Flair vs. Nikita Koloff begins to simmer—with David Crockett jumping into the chaos!
The unforgettable debut of the Boogie Kid, more Paul Jones insanity (with a bold Bobby Heenan comparison), and a wild build to the Tully Blanchard vs. Dusty Rhodes barbed wire cage match—featuring Jimmy Valiant’s prostitute, because of course.
A surprising title change, two big tag team debuts, and a sad goodbye to a key roster member.
Long-awaited appearances by both the Mid-Atlantic and Junior Heavyweight Champions, including a great Dr. G Denny Brown backstage story.
A hilarious “stroke-out moment” from Shawn on Brett Sawyer (or was it Bart?)—with one of them really upset about a body part.
Plus: Manny Fernandez karate poses, ’80s goofiness at its best, and a full five weeks of wild NWA TV—all building to Bash season.
It’s 6:05 somewhere—so settle in for another deep dive into the magic and madness of mid-‘80s Crockett in this can’t-miss episode of NWA Crock & Roll!
 

Hands of Z #17.5

On this episode of the Hands of Z, the .5 series continues as this episode is all about "What About Bob?" Shawn and Keith watch two matches, once centered on Bob Backlund and one with Bob Armstrong!
Backlund defends the WWF Title against Sgt. Slaughter from MSG 10/22/83 and Bob Armstrong challenges Tully Blanchard for the NWA TV Title from April 1987!

Highway to the Impact Zone #122

Backbone Wrestling Network...Welcome to Highway to the Impact Zone. Join host Logan Crosland and his student Jacob Williams, as they are joined by TNA expert Matt Souza. In this episode, they live watch the episodes of Impact from 9/13/07, 9/20/07, and 9/27/07.
Listen and join us on this wild ride through Total Nonstop Action.

The Movie Education of Logan Crosland - Episode 9 - The Birdcage

My Guatemalaness; my natural heat!
In a world where one man has only seen 30 or so movies comes a desire to learn from a master. A master of film. A master of cinema. A master who has led such a sad life. 
Logan seeks the knowledge and he turns to his own personal “Yoda”; Keithie.
Join Logan & Keithie on a wild adventure to discover as we watch along with a new movie each episode in THE MOVIE EDUCATION OF LOGAN CROSLAND.
This episode, Logan & Keithie (with a special guest appearance by everyone's favorite 9021-NoSo Host Tim Capel) celebrate Pride Month with a classic, perhaps one of the best LGBTQIA+ movies of all time, The Birdcage
Robin Williams, Nathan Lane, Gene Hackman, Dianne Wiest and a tour de force from Hank Azaria comically show us that Conservatives and Liberals can coexist... or should they?
We find out about the best parts of Florida and what you should bring to your cemetery plot. 
They'll have a great headline: "Senator Jackson and His Women, Senator Keeley and His Men."

The Vault #5

On this episode of The Vault, Shawn dives deep into three more matches you can watch right now for free on the WWE and WCW YouTube pages.
Steve Austin vs. Sting (1995) – A rare WCW showdown between two legends before the world knew how big they'd become.
WALTER vs. Zack Sabre Jr. (EVOLVE 99, 2018) – Power meets precision in one of the most hard-hitting, technical clinics of the modern indie scene.
Drew Galloway vs. Ethan Page (EVOLVE 63, 2016) – Pre-McIntyre Drew in full beast mode against a rising “All Ego” in a Anything Goes match.
📺 All three matches are available now on YouTube via WWE and WCW’s official channels.
Press play, and let’s hit The Vault.
***Apologize for Audio issues *** 
 

The CrosUp #55

Welcome to The Crosup, a weekly look at the wrestling TV and PLEs from WWE, AEW, and TNA. Host Logan Crosland will take you the through the results, promos, and what he considers the top matches of the week. This week he will cover the TV shows from the week of 6/9-6/13. Join Logan each and every week as he guides you across the wrestling world on The CrosUp.

NWA Crock and Roll Revisit #2: May 1985

 Originally aired: August 19, 2020 on Place to Be Wrestling Network
It’s a jam-packed second episode as hosts Shawn, Calum, and Doctor G are joined by guest Matt Souza to break down the action from May 1985 in Jim Crockett Promotions!
Expect two major title changes, two TV Title matches (including a hidden gem classic), and Ron Garvin defending the National Heavyweight Title.
The crew also dives into:
A surprisingly divisive 3-star Italian Stallion match
The conclusion of Dusty Rhodes’ Gorilla saga and the intensifying feud with Tully Blanchard
The escalating Jones/Valiant war, where emotions run high—including a shocking Jones/Flair comparison
Ric Flair’s brilliance in his ongoing program with Magnum T.A.
The charisma of Buddy “The Smooth Operator” Landell
And so much more from the golden days of NWA
 So fire up the Superstation, set your clocks to 6:05 PM Eastern, and get ready to roll through one of the most thrilling months in 1985 wrestling history.
As Dusty would say: It’s Risky Business in May '85, Daddy!
 

Linking Up Luchas #48

Backbone Wrestling Network, Welcome to the Temple for this episode of Linking Up Luchas!
Join your host Logan Crosland on this pod journey where he will be linking some of his most beloved friends up with one of his favorite short lived Lucha promotions, Lucha Underground.
On this installment, he is joined by Jacob Williams as they continue Season 3 by discussing the episode from 7/12/17 & 7/19/17!  We dive into more (and much better) Cueto Cup action, Lucha Heyman, Texano being called dull, and much more!

YouTube Roulette #47

On the new episode of YouTube Roulette, join Shiff, Jake, Logan, and Matt as they watch Sid Vicious vs 2 Cold Scorpio from 2007, Snitsky vs Super Crazy from an episode of WWE Heat in 2008, Ricky Steamboat vs Jimmy Snuka from AJPW in 1981, and El Gigante and Big Josh vs One Man Gang and Black Blood from an episode of WCW Saturday Night in 1991!  

New Gen on a Mission #91: In Your House #1

In this episode of New Gen on a Mission, Justin Pratt and Tim Slomka review the first ever In Your House. 
A Mother's Day event with another opener for Bret Hart, a disappointing Adam Bomb performance, a house giveaway and Savio Vega. Enjoy!