Tag: WCW Nitro

JNPO: Author Guy Evans on ‘Beyond Nitro’ process, Hulk Hogan Kickstarter project

Posted on by Josh Nason

On a new Josh Nason’s Punch-Out, author Guy Evans returns to talk about his latest book and an ambitious project that kicks off Tuesday.

Josh and Guy talk about Beyond Nitro, the sequel to his successful Nitro book that we discussed in 2018. They talk about the process in writing it, the different format, some of the unique stories, and whether he’s done with his look back at WCW.

The guys then discuss Evans’ Kickstarter for a trilogy series based on the life and times of Hulk Hogan, why he wanted to write it, a timeline, and more details.

You can listen for free by clicking below or streaming on either Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

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Daily Update: WCW Nitro anniversary, Matt Riddle, Real American Freestyle

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WWE

  • Rey Mysterio and his daughter Aalyah were in attendance last night for a session at Natalya & TJ Wilson’s Dungeon training facility. WWE legend Tatanka and his sons Jeremiah & Joseph were also there.
  • Natalya wrote:
    • An insane night of training in The Dungeon. Nights like this set my soul on fire. So much passion and generations of wrestling in one room. It was such an honor having you tonight as a guest @reymysterio. Lessons upon lessons—@NativeTatanka @TJWilson
  • Zelina Vega reacted to the Wyatt Sicks exhibit that’s part of Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights:
    • The @WWE Wyatt house at #halloweenhorrornights is insane. Like insanely good. I got scared, I laughed and almost cried. It’s a MUST SEE! MUST EXPERIENCE.. and I’m not just saying that. [Bray Wyatt] would have loved it
  • Denise Salcedo has an interview with Kevin Nash.
  • The Kayfabe Friends Wrestling Podcast spoke with Mick Foley.

Other Wrestling

  • Today marks 30 years since the debut of WCW Nitro, which launched in 1995 with the first episode taking place in Bloomington, Minnesota at the Mall of America.
  • Eric Bischoff commented on the Nitro anniversary:
    • Weekly 2hr LIVE format, PPV quality matchs, introduction of Lucha/cruiserweight division on a national primetime platform, targeting 18-49 male vs the teen/preteen audience, focus on reality based stories and characters. Happy 30th #NITRO
  • The Mall of America also sent out a tweet acknowledging the role it played in launching Nitro.
  • The GoFundMe campaign to benefit former EVOLVE Tag Team Champion Jaka (Jonathan Echevarria) in his recovery from a heart attack has now raised more than $17,000.
  • Mike Santana sent out a tweet promoting the GoFundMe and asking fans to continue keeping Jaka in their prayers:
    • My brother from another. 
    • My heart aches for him and his family as he goes through this tough time.
    • If you ever came across Jonathan, you know that he was a special soul who always went above and beyond to put smiles on faces. His presence always filled a room and there’s truly no one like him. 
    • We all want to make sure that he and his family have no worries and can solely focus on his recovery. So we kindly ask if you can Donate/Share his Go Fund Me
    • It would mean the world to him and his family. PLEASE continue to keep him in your prayers.
  • Los Tranquilos de Japon (Tetsuya Naito & BUSHI) will be competing in Germany for wXw on September 27.
  • Thekla was the guest on AEW Unrestricted this week.
  • WrestleZone spoke with Ash By Elegance.
  • SiouxperCon announced that they’ve pulled Matt Riddle from their convention in Sioux Falls, South Dakota later this month following comments that Riddle made regarding the topics of sexual assault and domestic violence:
    • In light of recent public statements made by Matt Riddle regarding the topics of SA and DV, SiouxperCon has made the decision to cancel his appearance at this year’s convention. The statements that were made in no way represent our organization or event, and are not aligned with the mission, vision, and values of our organization.
    • Fans that have purchased photo ops in advance for Matt Riddle will be automatically refunded this week to their original form of payment.
    • SiouxperCon has always strived to be a safe and inclusive space and event for all to feel welcome, including those that have been affected by SA and DV. This is why we, along with New Sound Wrestling, will be donating 10% of the proceeds from all SiouxperMania tickets sold to The Compass Center to support the work they do in our community for survivors and victims.
  • Real American Freestyle announced that it will hold its second event at Penn State University in State College, Pennsylvania on November 8. The show will stream live on Fox Nation.
  • Riddle, who was backstage at RAF’s first show, told TMZ’s Inside the Ring podcast that he’s hoping to compete for the organization:
    • I’m a shooter. I love amateur wrestling. And honestly, I hope I get on one of these RAF shows. I talked to [Eric] Bischoff, talked to everybody else. I’m probably going to be on one of these shows soon.

Tony Khan: WCW Nitro helped usher in a faster, more exciting style of wrestling

Posted on by Ian Carey

AEW president Tony Khan discussed the influence WCW Nitro had on the wrestling industry in a new interview with Sports Illustrated.

Tonight’s episode of AEW Dynamite: Spring BreakThru will be the 289th edition of the show, surpassing the 288 episodes of WCW Nitro. Khan says Nitro’s run was a huge part of his childhood and where some of the most athletic wrestlers of all time broke into the business.

“I’m a big fan, and I grew up watching the shows, and Nitro was a huge part of my childhood,” Khan said. “And long before Nitro, I watched WCW. And I wish I could say I watched it long after, but that was kind of the end of the run. And I certainly learned a lot watching those shows.”

“I think it’s where some of the most exciting, high flying, athletic wrestlers of all time broke in and broke in on TV and became mainstream TV stars across America. And those are some of the biggest wrestlers of all time now. And I think it really helped usher in a faster-paced, more exciting style of wrestling. And I do think that over the years of Nitro, some of the most exciting moments and memories in pro wrestling happened on the show. So, tons of positive memories of WCW Nitro from growing up,” he continued.

“I really, really, absolutely had so much respect for everything that it took to put Nitro on the air and keep Nitro on the air for all those years. And that’s why I think this is a really important milestone. It’s amazing what Nitro achieved. And to be on TNT for 288 weeks, I know how hard that is firsthand, it’s really hard.”

Khan continued to say that tonight’s show will be a celebration of all the wrestling that has aired on TNT and TBS.

“It’s a celebration of everything, and really all the wrestling. Looking back, over fifty years of wrestling on TBS specifically, and 30 years of pro wrestling on TNT, and now AEW is a huge part of that conversation. And this is a big milestone for TBS and AEW on Wednesday.”

Tonight’s episode of Dynamite is scheduled for the MGM Music Hall at Fenway Park in Boston. The Trios and Tag Team titles will be on the line, along with three matches in the Owen Hart Foundation tournament.

B&V&C: Retro Raw and Nitro GRAND FINALE!!!!~!~!~~!~!!~!

Posted on by Bryan Alvarez

The Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show is back today with a HISTORIC SHOW. After six long arduous years, it’s the end, the grand finale, of Retro Raw and Nitro from 19 years ago this week. What a grand finale it is. Hawaiian shirts. Drinks. A big party. Love for all of you. And more. Somehow, we will continue on, and we thank all of you for following us from day one. Love you and be well.

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BVC: WCW Nitro – November 1995

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Courtesy of subscriber Tanguy Milano, enjoy this compilation of the Bryan & Vinny show’s reviews of all the WCW Monday Nitros from November 1995.

On this edition, you’ll hear about episodes 6-9 which include:

– Chris Benoit vs. Eddie Guerrero

– Randy Savage continues to battle The Dungeon of Doom

– TV Champion Johnny B. Badd vs. Eddie Guerrero

– Sting vs. Dean Malenko

– Eddie Guerrero vs. Brian Pillman

– Sting vs. Hulk Hogan

– Cutie Suzuki/Mayumi Ozaki vs. Bull Nakano/Akira Hokuto

– Huik Hogan vs. Hugh Morrus

– The build to the World War III ppv…and more!

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The Bryan & Vinny Show: WCW Monday Nitro September 1995

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Courtesy of subscriber Tanguy Milano, enjoy this compilation of the Bryan & Vinny show’s reviews of all the WCW Monday Nitros from September 1995.

On this edition, you’ll hear about:

– The show’s debut from the Mall of America featuring Hulk Hogan, the return of Lex Luger, and more

– Hogan vs. Luger for the WCW title

– Ric Flair vs. Brian Pillman

– Randy Savage vs. Kevin Sullivan…and more.

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DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling Marathon: Lex Luger, pt. II

Posted on by Karl Stern

This is the second half of the Lex Luger biography, so be sure to listen to episode one first. 

This second part focuses on the later part of Luger’s WWF tenure, and his entrance into WCW on the first WCW Monday Nitro. His second WCW run is covered and then the chaotic years after the end of WCW. 

Luger’s rise to stardom was quick and not without controversy, but the later half of his career was equally wild and crazy.  After bodyslamming Yokozuna and taking the Lex Express to nowhere, Luger found himself floundering in the WWF teaming with the British Bulldog.  When Sting contacted him about jumping to the soon to be launched WCW Monday Nitro, a secret plan was launched that made Nitro must-watch television from the first episode.

His second run in WCW was just as wild as his first and by the time WCW was sinking, Lex Luger’s personal life and attitude were also in chaos. Following a series of arrests and the death of Miss Elizabeth at the house she shared with Luger, he seemed to be getting back on a straighter path when he suffered a catastrophic health crisis.

The July classic wrestling marathon continues with part two of Karl Stern’s look at the only and only Lex Luger.

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DR. KEITH PRESENTS: The Joe Gagne Christmas Draft of The Nitro Years

Posted on by Alan Counihan

After the roaring success of the first annual Joe Gagne Christmas Draft where Alan, Joe and the Voices Of Wrestling lads drafted EVERY SINGLE WRESTLER IN JAPAN….. what better way to kick off the 2015 DKP Christmas Party than with the sequel! We flew in Rich and the two Joes to the Dr. Keith Christmas Mansion, we broke out the draft board and we proceeded to draft four rosters of WCW’s finest from the Nitro era. Who devised the best show? Who was the Vince Russo of Christmas drafts? You tell us!!! CHECK IT!!!

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Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show 10/13: Raw recap, Nitro from 19 years ago, amazing tech issues, tons more!

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The MIGHTY Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show returns today with tons to talk about! We’ve got new contests coming with great gifts, we’ve got Raw from Monday, Nitro from 19 years ago this week, TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

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FREE TODAY! Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show 10/6: Monday’s Raw, Nitro from 19 years ago this week, more!

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The Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show is back today with tons to talk about! Full reviews of Raw from Monday and also WCW Monday Nitro from 19 years ago this week! Plus, songs, drops and more!

This is a FREE SHOW so please spread the word! The Bryan and Vinny Show airs for subscribers three times per week, plus subscribers get full access to 15 other new weekly programs and over 7,000 archived shows dating back to 2005! Sign up today for instant access!

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