Episode 428: The Territories II

On this edition of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad celebrate the 20 year anniversary of Judgment Day 2004, and what some believe could be the bloodiest main event in WWE history. The guys discuss the massive changes in the WWE during the time and how Bruce managed through them all. The epic battle between Eddie Guerrero and JBL that developed into a serious concern for everyone backstage. And, Vince McMahon sweeping through the territories buying the tape libraries to eventually start the WWE Network. All that plus so much more on this epic ride through Judgment Day 2004. EMBARK - Get the dog DNA test that is trusted by millions. Visit https://embarkvet.com/ to get free shipping and save $50 on the Breed + Health Test with promo code WRESTLE. *BEAN HISTORY - https://my.embarkvet.com/dog/beanfernum?utm_campaign=cns_ref_dog_pub_profile&utm_medium=other&utm_source=embark MANSCAPED - April is National Testicular Cancer Awareness Month! Visit Manscaped.com/TCS to learn more about simple self-checks for cancer prevention & SHARE to help save a life. Get 20% OFF with code STW at Manscaped.com and make a donation to the @tcsociety at checkout. BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLE at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s https://bluechew.com/, promo code WRESTLE to receive your first month FREE SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ROB! VAN! DAM! On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad deliver over three hours of RVD goodness! Bruce examines the entire run of "Mr. Monday Night" , from training with the Sheik, to how he got into WCW, to why he left WCW, visiting Japan to fully become Rob Van Dam, finally getting into ECW, and the big break being featured on Monday Night RAW in 1997. Don't miss the hilarious story of Bruce smoking with Rob, and who reminds Bruce of Rob Van Dam today. With a show this long, with this much detail, this is indeed the "Whole F'N Show!" FUM - Start the Good Habit at https://tryfum.com/WRESTLE to save 10% off the Journey Pack today. BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLE at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s https://bluechew.com/, promo code WRESTLE to receive your first month FREE FANATICS - An easy way to support your favorite podcasts! Shop official WWE gear and apparel by using our special URL: https://shop.wwe.com/en/?SSAID=5036600&_s=afl_impact&irclickid=TGqUDyR%3AaxyPT79QyoThCyA5UkHwy0SnUzlX3s0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=Impact SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad celebrate the 20th anniversary of Backlash 2004 with a dive into the archives. The Rock, Stone Cold, Goldberg, and Brock Lesnar are all out of the company. Now McMahon is going to try establish Chris Benoit as his top star on RAW. Chris received a hero's welcome from Edmonton when he returned as Champion in a WrestleMania rematch. But why was it a rematch? When the venue was booked, did the WWE know Benoit would be the champ? Fresh off of a 2019 Superstar Shakeup, Bruce breaks down the WWE's mentality and the thought process behind a "Draft" and the real life ramifications on the lives affected by switching brands. Randy Orton and Mick Foley's feud, match, aftermath, and future are also greatly explored on this episode. Austin's deal with the company, his reason for leaving, Brock's pursuit of the NFL, and Goldberg's opinion about WWE are all discussed plus Rosey, Garrison Cade, and a few other names rarely discussed get the Prichard treatment as well. The guys also take a moment before the show starts to discuss the future of Something To Wrestle. PRIZE PICKS - Download the PrizePicks app today and use code WRESTLE for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy EMBARK - Get the dog DNA test that is trusted by millions. Visit https://embarkvet.com/ to get free shipping and save $50 on the Breed + Health Test with promo code WRESTLE. THE AMAZING KIND - The Amazing Kind, plant-based pain relief balms, creams & gels for muscles & joints and infused oils for mood support and sleep, only at TheAmazingKind.com - Buy now at https://theamazingkind.com/ and get 20% off all orders with promo code: Wrestle – Your body will thank you! MANSCAPED - April is National Testicular Cancer Awareness Month! Visit Manscaped.com/TCS to learn more about simple self-checks for cancer prevention & SHARE to help save a life. Get 20% OFF with code STW at Manscaped.com and make a donation to the @tcsociety at checkout. #shavetosave FANATICS - An easy way to support your favorite podcasts! Shop official WWE gear and apparel by using our special URL: https://shop.wwe.com/en/?SSAID=5036600&_s=afl_impact&irclickid=TGqUDyR%3AaxyPT79QyoThCyA5UkHwy0SnUzlX3s0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=Impact SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, we've turned a snafu into a fun episode that delivers a mighty punch. Bruce and Conrad revisit a subject we originally discussed on the April 2, 2021 edition of Something To Wrestle. The guys go into detail all the ins and outs of WrestleMania XII featuring the historic ironman match between Bret "The Hitman" Hart and "HBK" Shawn Michaels. Bruce also shares stories of working with a returning Ultimate Warrior, producing the legendary backlot brawl, and Shawn Michaels infamous zip line entrance! All that and so much more on this REDUX episode of Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard. AURA - Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/wrestle NHTSA - We see them every day. People driving using their phones. There’s the sneak-a-peeker. Or the fast scroller. Who can quickly become the fender-bender-er. The got-a-ticket-er. Or the driver-who-killed-someone. Put the Phone Away or Pay. Paid for by NHTSA. BLUECHEW -Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLE at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s https://bluechew.com/, promo code WRESTLE to receive your first month FREE FANATICS - An easy way to support your favorite podcasts! Shop official WWE gear and apparel by using our special URL: https://shop.wwe.com/en/?SSAID=5036600&_s=afl_impact&irclickid=TGqUDyR%3AaxyPT79QyoThCyA5UkHwy0SnUzlX3s0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=Impact SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, we're delivering a special treat taking us back all the way to 1992 for WrestleMania 8! Bruce wasn't there, but that didn't stop Conrad from hitting Bruce some fun and revealing questions about the event. Bruce talks about what was going on with his life at the time, leaving the WWF, and the main event talent on the card. This episode originally aired on AD Free Shows as a bonus episode, but it was so good we wanted to share it with you. BLUECHEW -Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLE at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s https://bluechew.com/, promo code WRESTLE to receive your first month FREE THE AMAZING KIND - The Amazing Kind, plant-based pain relief balms, creams & gels for muscles & joints and infused oils for mood support and sleep, only at TheAmazingKind.com - Buy now at https://theamazingkind.com/ and get 20% off all orders with promo code: Wrestle – Your body will thank you! FANATICS - An easy way to support your favorite podcasts! Shop official WWE gear and apparel by using our special URL: https://shop.wwe.com/en/?SSAID=5036600&_s=afl_impact&irclickid=TGqUDyR%3AaxyPT79QyoThCyA5UkHwy0SnUzlX3s0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=Impact STARRCAST - Be part of the very first international STARRCAST in Australia! Get tickets and information at https://www.starrcast.com/ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad take us all the way back to the year 2000! That's right, Conrad finally convinced Bruce to talk about one of the most requested topics we've ever had o the show WrestleMania 2000. Bruce shares his experiences developing the McMahon in ever corner angle, and all the major details surrounding the event itself, all on this epic edition of Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code STW at https://www.manscaped.com/.  FANATICS - An easy way to support your favorite podcasts! Shop official WWE gear and apparel by using our special URL: https://shop.wwe.com/en/?SSAID=5036600&_s=afl_impact&irclickid=TGqUDyR%3AaxyPT79QyoThCyA5UkHwy0SnUzlX3s0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=Impact STARRCAST - Be part of the very first international STARRCAST in Australia! Get tickets and information at https://www.starrcast.com/ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad take a deep dive into the wild world of masked wrestlers! Bruce shares his knowledge of El Santo, Mil Mascaras, Tiger Mask, Rey Mysterio and so many more on this exciting edition of Something To Wrestle. PRIZE PICKS - Download the PrizePicks app today and use code WRESTLE for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLE at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s https://bluechew.com/ , promo code WRESTLE to receive your first month FREE THE AMAZING KIND - The Amazing Kind, plant-based pain relief balms, creams & gels for muscles & joints and infused oils for mood support and sleep, only at https://theamazingkind.com/ - Buy now at TheAmazingKind.com and get 20% off all orders with promo code: Wrestle – Your body will thank you! FANATICS - An easy way to support your favorite podcasts! Shop official WWE gear and apparel by using our special URL: https://shop.wwe.com/en/?SSAID=5036600&_s=afl_impact&irclickid=TGqUDyR%3AaxyPT79QyoThCyA5UkHwy0SnUzlX3s0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=Impact STARRCAST - Be part of the very first international STARRCAST in Australia! Get tickets and information at https://www.starrcast.com/ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sgt. Slaughter turns his back on America! The WWE is in hot water with this wild angle, Macho Man is retiring?, and venues are being changed last minute! WrestleMania VII is a rollercoaster of stress for our pal Bruce Prichard and he takes us through all of it on this edition of Something To Wrestle. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code STW at https://www.manscaped.com/.  EMBARK - Get the dog DNA test that is trusted by millions. Visit https://embarkvet.com/ to get free shipping and save $50 on the Breed + Health Test with promo code WRESTLE. FANATICS - An easy way to support your favorite podcasts! Shop official WWE gear and apparel by using our special URL: https://shop.wwe.com/en/?SSAID=5036600&_s=afl_impact&irclickid=TGqUDyR%3AaxyPT79QyoThCyA5UkHwy0SnUzlX3s0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=Impact STARRCAST - Be part of the very first international STARRCAST in Australia! Get tickets and information at https://www.starrcast.com/ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce and Conrad are heading back to the territories to discuss more legendary bookers that shaped the world of professional wrestling. Bruce shares stories and experiences working in the business alongside legends such as Fritz Von Erich, Paul Boesch, Eddie Graham, Verne Gagne and so many more. BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com/ , promo code WRESTLE to receive your first month FREE -- just pay $5 shipping. THE AMAZING KIND - The Amazing Kind, plant-based infused oils for mood support, everyday comfort and sleep, only at https://theamazingkind.com/ Buy now at TheAmazingKind.com and get 10% off all orders with promo code: Wrestle PRIZE PICKS - Go to https://www.prizepicks.com/ and use code WRESTLE for a first deposit match up to $100! FANATICS - An easy way to support your favorite podcasts! Shop official WWE gear and apparel by using our special URL: https://shop.wwe.com/en/?SSAID=5036600&_s=afl_impact&irclickid=TGqUDyR%3AaxyPT79QyoThCyA5UkHwy0SnUzlX3s0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=Impact STARRCAST - Be part of the very first international STARRCAST in Australia! Get tickets and information at https://www.starrcast.com/ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard, the guys are calling an audible and focusing on one of Bruce's favorite subjects, the territories. Bruce and Conrad has a in-depth discussion on some of professional wrestling's most iconic bookers and the territories and talents they ran and worked with. Bruce shares incite into the minds of bookers such as Portland Wrestling booker, Don Owens, Roy Shire who ran the San Francisco area, Stu Hart, Dory Funk Sr's and many more. This is a real sitting under the learning tree episode that we hope you enjoy. EMBARK - Get the dog DNA test that is trusted by millions. Visit https://embarkvet.com/ to get free shipping and save $50 on the Breed + Health Test with promo code WRESTLE. *BEAN HISTORY - https://my.embarkvet.com/dog/beanfernum?utm_campaign=cns_ref_dog_pub_profile&utm_medium=other&utm_source=embark BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLE at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That’s https://bluechew.com/ , promo code WRESTLE to receive your first month FREE THE AMAZING KIND - The Amazing Kind, plant-based infused oils for mood support, everyday comfort and sleep, only at https://theamazingkind.com/ Buy now at TheAmazingKind.com and get 20% off all orders with promo code: Wrestle FANATICS - An easy way to support your favorite podcasts! Shop official WWE gear and apparel by using our special URL: https://shop.wwe.com/en/?SSAID=5036600&_s=afl_impact&irclickid=TGqUDyR%3AaxyPT79QyoThCyA5UkHwy0SnUzlX3s0&irgwc=1&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=Impact STARRCAST - Be part of the very first international STARRCAST in Australia! Get tickets and information at https://www.starrcast.com/ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ ADVERTISE WITH BRUCE - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Something to Wrestle You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Something to Wrestle. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://nationsgo.com/conrad/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://adfreeshows.supercast.com/ Get all of your Something to Wrestle merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/stw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices