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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Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
It's the 80's Wrestling the Podcast Thanksgiving Party special! We're going LIVE on Wednesday instead of Thursday to talk about all the things we have to be thankful for!
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
In 1987 the WWF introduced a brand new pay-per-view event known as Survivor Series. It, along with, WrestleMania, Summerslam, and the Royal Rumble would become one of "The Big 4" events of the year for the World Wrestling Federation. It had a unique format of pitting teams of 5 Superstars against eachother in an elimination style match. Who would be the Survivors? Today we look back at Survivor Series 1987!
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
In the second iinstallment of the "Biggest Show of the Year" Vince McMahon took a huge risk - promoting a multi-venue spectacular! WrestleMania 2 took place in 3 venues spread out across the country. The idea sounded like a winner on paper...but did it translate to the fans in attendance and the viewers at home? We are joined by special guest host ( and WrestleMania 2 attendee) 'FireFighter' Brian as we take a look back at WrestleMania 2!
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Ahhh the finishing move, the one move that rendered you opponent helpless and gauranteed you the victory. Wrestlers would spend all match setting up their finishing move and once they executed it...it was all over. Back in the 80's it was extremely rare that a wrestler kicked out after a finishing move was performed - they were treated as "special." During the golden era of wrestling we had power-moves, submission holds, and high-flying finishers - we want to know which were your favorite!
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
LJN "Wrestling Superstars" were the first action figure line produced for the Word Wrestling Federation. The line consisted of 64 figures with unique molds, plus an additional 6 major repaints that change the figures look significantly. The figure line was a hit when it debuted in 1984 but has become even more popular in the the collecting world as the figures are seen as pure nostalga.
For part 2 of the discussion we welcome back host of the LeJeNdary Wrestling Figures Podcast: 'Babyface' Brian!
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
One of the reasons we love professional wrestling is that it's FULL of things we didn't see coming! The Twists and Turns! Today we share our favorite memories of when some of the biggest bad guys turned into fan favorites and when our most beloved heroes turned into our most hated foes.
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
LJN "Wrestling Superstars" were the first action figure line produced for the Word Wrestling Federation. The line consisted of 64 figures with unique molds, plus an additional 6 major repaints that change the figures look significantly. The figure line was a hit when it debuted in 1984 but has become even more popular in the the collecting world as the figures are seen as pure nostalga.
Because the San Fransisco 49ers covered the spread against the NY Giants we are treated to a special guest host! Long time listener and host of the LeJeNdary Wrestling Figures Podcast: 'Babyface' Brian!
Plus updates on ISPW 25 and 90's Wrestling Con!
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Today we talk about the voices of 80s Wrestling - the voices that brought the action to life for us - the voices we hear when we close our eyes and picture our favorite moments from the Golden Era of Wrestling. Who was your favorite announce duo? Who was your favorite ring announcer? What voice cemented the biggest moments into your memory?
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
The Heenan Family was a stable of wrestlers managed by Bobby "The Brain" Heenan. Heenan managed wrestlers under the Heenan Family name in the AWA, NWA, and the WWF. Heenan notoriously disliked the term, stating "A stable is a place where you keep a bunch of fly-infested horses," and instead referred to his collective wrestlers as his "family." The name moved with him, and changed members frequently. At one time, the members of the "Heenan Family" posed the greatest threat to Hulkamania during Hogans big push in the 80's.