Andre: The Giant (feat. Mike Charlip)

What's going on you guys?! Long time no see...So, this is it. The Last Dance. At 8:39pm EST/ 7:39pm CST on August 12th 2022, Tanner and Stephen came to a mutual and full agreement: to do one last episode of Headlock Talk.We're sure you have a questions, and we have answers... and a lot of catching up to do.That said, on this episode of Headlock Talk, we tackle the current state of pro wrestling: a fair but critical look at WWE, AEW, ROH, and NJPW. We also take Wrestling Twitter to task a bit, because, well, they deserve it. We examine Vince McMahon's retirement, Tony Khan's talent recruitment and Okada's G1 win.We also answer listener questions and HOT TAKES from Twitter!So strap in for one last ride, it's a wild one! The Last Dance.Thank you guys for all of your years of love and support. Thank you for every like, retweet, download, and listen. You filled our hearts with such love and joy and it's been a Hell of a ride. We truly love you all. #wrestling #wrestlingcommunity #wrestlingpodcast #WWE #AEW #NJPW #ROH #VinceMcMahon #Okada #TonyKhan #HeadlockTalk

On the final episode of Headlock Talk, Tanner is joined by his friends Mags, Conrad from Everything Pro Wrestling, as well as Mr. Warren Hayes for a star-studded review of one of the most important wrestling events of the 21st century: All In. We examine the events leading up to the show, the event itself and what occurred to lead the stars to making AEW.It's been a fun ride, thank you for letting us keep your ears warm, thank you for all the good times and the memories. We truly appreciate you!Like, Share and Subscribe Today!Follow Headlock Talk on Twitter: twitter.com/headlocktalkFollow Mags on Twitter: twitter.com/podfathermagsFollow EPW Show on Twitter: twitter.com/epwshowFollow Mr. Warren Hayes on Twitter: twitter.com/MrWarrenHayes

On this episode of Headlock Talk, Tanner is taken to school by JPQ and JD over their favorite subject: Joshi wrestling. Follow along as we discuss the promotions, stars, stables, and promotions that make this wrestling subculture so amazing!Like, Share and Subscribe Today!Follow Headlock Talk on Twitter: twitter.com/headlocktalkFollow JPQ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bigpawsonapupFollow JD on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bowlingjd

On this episode of Headlock Talk, Tanner is joined once again by pro wrestling journalist and historian Rob Wilkins to reflect on arguably the two most talented wrestlers of all time, Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels, as well as the rivalry that fuelled the two men's careers.Like Share and Subscribe Today!Follow Headlock Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeadlockTalk?s=20Follow Rob Wilkins on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robwilkins?s=20

On this episode of Headlock Talk, Tanner is joined by journalist Mike Charlip to discuss pro wrestling's most iconic big man, Andre the Giant and the legacy that he left behind.Like Share and Subscribe Today!Follow Headlock Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeadlockTalk?s=20Follow Mike Charlip on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeJC821?s=20

On this week's episode of Headlock Talk, Tanner is joined by the great Fowl Original to watch and review what has been dubbed one of the worst pro wrestling shows of all time: Heroes of Wrestling.Like, Share and Subscribe Today!Follow Headlock Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeadlockTalk?s=20Follow Fowl Original on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fowl_original?s=20Link to Heroes of Wrestling:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZNw_KAhn_w

Tanner is joined once again by pro wrestling journalist and historian Rob Wilkins to discuss one of the more unusual moments in recent pro wrestling history: the series of events following WWE Crown Jewel 2019. So much is said but also contradicted by several of those involved, we try to get to the bottom of it.Like, Share and Subscribe Today!Follow Headlock Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeadlockTalk?s=20Follow Rob Wilkins on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robwilkins

On this episode of Headlock Talk, Tanner is joined once again by pro wrestling journalist and historian Rob Wilkins to take a look at arguably the most influential independent wrestling promotion ever assembled, PWG, and the matches and moments that defined its greatness.Like, Share and Subscribe Today!Follow Headlock Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeadlockTalk?s=20Follow Rob Wilkins on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robwilkins

On this episode of Headlock Talk, Tanner is once again joined by pro wrestling journalist Mike Charlip to discuss the career of one of the most beloved wrestlers, Daniel Bryan (aka "The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson) and the moments that took him from wrestling folk hero to international icon.Like Share and Subscribe Today!Follow Headlock Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeadlockTalk?s=20Follow Mike Charlip on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeJC821

Description: On this week's Headlock Talk, Tanner is joined by pro wrestling journalist and long-time friend of the show Mike Charlip to discuss the life and influence of Eddie Guerrero, one of the best wrestlers of his generation.Like, Share and Subscribe Today!Follow Headlock Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeadlockTalk?s=20Follow Mike Charlip on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeJC821