80’s Wrestling The Podcast
80’s Wrestling: The Podcast” is a nostalgic podcast that celebrates the golden era of professional wrestling—the 1980s. It dives deep into the larger-than-life characters, iconic matches, memorable storylines, and over-the-top drama that made this era unforgettable. Hosted by passionate wrestling fans, the show features lively discussions, interviews with wrestling legends, and insights into the cultural impact of 80’s wrestling. From Hulk Hogan and Macho Man Randy Savage to Andre the Giant and the Ultimate Warrior, it’s a fun, engaging look back at a time when wrestling captured the imagination of millions. Perfect for lifelong fans or new enthusiasts eager to learn about wrestling’s glory days!
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Thursday Dec 16, 2021
Thursday Dec 16, 2021
“What I’d like to have right now, is for all you fat, ugly, inner-city sweathogs to keep the noise down while I take my robe off and show the ladies what a real sexy man looks like…” One of the most entertaining heels to come out of the Golden Era of Wrestling was Ravishing Rick Rude. From his tights, to his promos, to his finishing move - the Hall of Fame career of Ravishing Rick Rude left an impression on wrestling fans. Today, we talk about our favorite memories and moments from the Career of Rick Rude.
Thursday Dec 09, 2021
Thursday Dec 09, 2021
Tis' the season as ISPW prepares to deliver the gift of Christmas Chaos! Tomorrow night ISPW invades the St. Anthony of Padua Gym in Butler, New Jersey for it's much anticipated LIVE Christmas Event! We are joined by ISPW Founder Tommy Fierro and his new business partner - Bushwhacker Luke! We'll look ahead to tomorrow night's event and get the inside scoop on the future of ISPW.
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
The Doctor of Style, Slick was one of the most entertaining managers during the Golden Era of Professional Wresting. He stood alongside some of the biggest heels in the business including: Nikolai Volkoff, The Iron Sheik, Akeem, The Big Boss Man, Power and Glory and The Warlord. Today we talk to the man himself as we relive some of our favorite memories and moments from the career of Slick!
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
The Independent Superstars of Pro Wrestling rumbled their way thru Totowa, New Jersey and we have the results! Champions were crowned, titles were defended, HUGE suprise appearances, and an ending NOBODY saw coming! Today we break down the latest ISPW show and look ahead to Christmas Chaos taking place December 10th at St. Anthony's Church Gym in Butler, NJ!
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
On today's episode, we take a look back at the career of the "Excellence of Execution", Bret "The Hitman" Hart. Bret was an amazing technical wrestler who's ability to tell stories inside the squared circle helped him transition from a tagteam wrestler to an accomplished singles superstar. He was unquestionable the leader of the "New Generation" and helped usher the World Wrestling Federation into the 90's. Today, we share our favorite memories and moments from the career of Bret "The Hitman" Hart.
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum Andre! Known as the Eighth Wonder of the World - Andre the Giant was the living embodiment of a wrestler being "Larger than Life." Throughout the ’70s and well into the ’80s, Andre was the industry's leading attraction, towering over the competition at seven feet, four inches and tipping the scales at a gargantuan 500-plus pounds. Whether he was playing the part of a face "Gentle Giant" or as a heel - his appearances were always something special. Today, we share our memories and favorite moments from the career of Andre the Giant.
Thursday Oct 28, 2021
Thursday Oct 28, 2021
Who would you have LOVED to see square off against eachother? Two fan favorites? Two heels? We're dreaming with our eyes wide open as we talk about the matches we would have loved to see! Call it 'Fantasy Booking', call it 'Dream Matches' - whatever you want to name it, we're talking about it LIVE on today's episode of 80's Wrestling - The Podcast!
Thursday Oct 21, 2021
Thursday Oct 21, 2021
Not only did we grow up during the Golden Era of Professional Wrestling...we also grew up during the Golden Era of Toys! Throughout the 80's and into the 90's toy makers were looking for anything from ' pop culture' that they could turn into a toy. From AWA, NWA / WCW to the WWF - wrestling figures were THE toy leading the charge! We talk about the hits, the misses and our favortite action figures from various lines.
Thursday Oct 14, 2021
Thursday Oct 14, 2021
“Ricky Steamboat had everything — charisma, work rate, intensity and one of the best bodies in our business," WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair once said of his greatest rival. "He was just amazing." Often referred to as "a wrestler's wrestler" Steamboat was a gifted performer who could have an outstanding match with anybody. His in-ring abilities and personality outside of the ring made him a favorite among his peers and a lifelong babyface in the eyes of the fans. He cemented his place in wrestling history with his iconic matches against 'The Nature Boy' over the NWA World Championship and his WrestleMania III classic against “Macho Man” Randy Savage. On today's episode we talk about our memories and favorite moments from the career of Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat
Thursday Oct 07, 2021
Thursday Oct 07, 2021
Known as one of the greatest technical wrestlers of the era, Mr. Perfect was a heel character that was, well....perfect. He could have a great match with anybody and often had the best technical match on the card. His antics outside the ring are just as fondly remembered as his action inside the ring. On today's episode we talk about our memories and favorite moments from the career of Mr. Perfect.