DEMOPOD: The Demolition Podcast

Before the face paint, the repossessions, and The Blacktop Bully, Barry Darsow was trading the Stars and Stripes for the hammer and sickle—and making wrestling fans hate him for it.On this episode of DemoPOD, we go “From USA to USSR: The Krusher Kruschev Manifesto” with Barry himself, exploring the American defector and Soviet sympathizer who stirred up crowds at the height of the Cold War.How did an athlete from Minnesota, whose childhood friends included Curt Hennig, go from bouncing at a bar alongside The Road Warriors and Rick Rude to training with them, and eventually traveling the world as an American traitor?Barry takes us through the transformation, sharing road stories that range from hilarious to downright frightening, along with the unexpected turns that helped shape one of wrestling’s most memorable careers. We also explore the remarkable coincidences and career parallels connecting him to Bill “Demolition Ax” Eadie, long before they joined forces as Demolition.What was your favorite story? What did we miss? Let us know in the comments, and submit your questions for future episodes at AxAndSmash.com#DemoPOD #BarryDarsow #KrusherKruschev #Demolition #DemolitionSmash #AxAndSmash #WWF #WWE #ProWrestling #ProfessionalWrestling #OldSchoolWrestling #ClassicWrestling #80sWrestling #WrestlingHistory #WrestlingPodcast #WWEPodcast #NWA #JimCrockettPromotions #MidSouthWrestling #AWA #ColdWarWrestling #RoadWarriors #LegionOfDoom #RickRude #CurtHennig #MrPerfect #DemolitionAx #BillEadie #BlacktopBully #RepoMan

The Masked Superstar’s story continues as Bill Eadie takes us from the territories to Madison Square Garden and a main event run in the WWF.In Part 2, Bill talks about dealing with Ole Anderson, working with Jimmy Snuka, teaming with King Kong Bundy, and feuding with a young Roddy Piper. He also shares a hilarious story about a rib Piper tried to pull on him that didn’t go quite as planned.Then it’s 1983, and The Masked Superstar takes Manhattan. Bill recalls joining the WWF, what it was like working for Vince McMahon Sr. as Vince Jr. was coming up, and the Eddie Gilbert neck angle. He also takes us inside his immediate feud with WWF World Champion Bob Backlund.And we ask the big question: Is there any truth to the rumor that The Masked Superstar was considered to win the WWF Championship instead of The Iron Sheik before Hulkamania began?Hear it from the man under the mask. Let us know your favorite Masked Superstar story in the comments, and subscribe to DemoPOD: The Demolition Podcast for more with Bill Eadie and Barry Darsow.#DemoPOD #MaskedSuperstar #BillEadie #Demolition #DemolitionAx #RoddyPiper #BobBacklund #JimmySnuka #KingKongBundy #WrestlingHistory #OldSchoolWrestling #WWF #WWE

Before Demolition. Before the face paint. Before he became Ax and helped create one of the most iconic tag teams in WWE history, Bill Eadie was The Masked Superstar.In Part 1 of this special DemoPOD deep dive, Bill takes us back to the beginning and tells the story of the character that transformed his career. We trace The Masked Superstar’s journey from his origins in the 1970s through 1981, including the territories, promoters, opponents, matches and moments that helped establish him as one of professional wrestling’s most recognizable masked villains.Bill shares the stories behind the mask, the development of the character and his experiences working around the wrestling business during an era when territories were thriving and protecting the mystique of a masked wrestler actually meant something.And we’re only getting started.Part 2 will pick up next week as The Masked Superstar’s career continues toward some of his biggest programs and eventually his arrival in the WWF.If you remember watching The Masked Superstar during the territory days, tell us where you first saw him and your favorite match or memory in the comments!Subscribe, like and share for more stories directly from one of professional wrestling’s most fascinating careers.#DemoPOD #MaskedSuperstar #BillEadie #Demolition #DemolitionAx #ProWrestling #OldSchoolWrestling #GeorgiaChampionshipWrestling #NWA #WrestlingHistory #WWF #WWE

Here’s a tighter, more searchable version that front-loads the biggest wrestling names and topics without making it sound stuffed with keywords.**The Warlord joins Ax & Smash on DemoPOD!** One half of the legendary **Powers of Pain** sits down with **Demolition** to revisit their classic WWF rivalry, old-school wrestling stories, the WWE Hall of Fame… and, naturally, pizza. 🍕On this episode of **DemoPOD: The Demolition Podcast**, **The Warlord** joins longtime friends and former rivals **Ax (Bill Eadie)** and **Smash (Barry Darsow)** for a trip back to one of the most memorable eras in professional wrestling.Warlord takes us back to his early days in **Minneapolis**, his longtime connection with Barry Darsow, and the road that eventually led him to team with **The Barbarian** as the legendary **Powers of Pain**.We dive into the history of the unforgettable **Demolition vs. Powers of Pain rivalry**, including stories from behind the scenes, what it was really like working together in the WWF, and memories from their battles during the height of the 1980s wrestling boom.The Warlord also shares the story of being asked to **induct Ax & Smash into the WWE Hall of Fame** and reflects on his friendship with the members of Demolition both inside and outside the ring.And because this is DemoPOD, the conversation eventually turns to another subject very close to The Warlord’s heart…**PIZZA. 🍕**The Warlord was an incredible guest, and we barely scratched the surface. There are plenty more wrestling stories where these came from, so don’t be surprised when he makes another visit to DemoPOD!👍 **Like the video**💬 **Comment with your favorite Demolition or Powers of Pain memory**🔔 **Subscribe for more stories from Ax & Smash and the legends of professional wrestling**Visit **AxAndSmash.com** for more from Demolition.#Demolition #TheWarlord #PowersOfPain #AxAndSmash #DemoPod #WWF #WWE #OldSchoolWrestling #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling #BarryDarsow #BillEadie #TheBarbarian #WrestlingHistory #80sWrestling

It’s time for a special DemoPOD Mail episode as Ax & Smash of Demolition open the mailbag and answer questions submitted by wrestling fans at AxAndSmash.com!Bill Eadie and Barry Darsow dive into a fresh collection of viewer and listener questions, sharing their honest opinions, behind-the-scenes memories, classic wrestling stories, and experiences from their legendary careers in professional wrestling.You sent the questions—and Ax & Smash are delivering the answers!Have a question for a future episode? Visit AxAndSmash.com, scroll to the bottom of the page, and submit it for a chance to have it answered on DemoPOD: The Demolition Podcast.Subscribe and turn on notifications for more stories, interviews, fan questions, and wrestling history from one of the most dominant tag teams of all time.#DemoPOD #Demolition #AxAndSmash #WWEDemolition #WWE #ProWrestling #WrestlingPodcast #ClassicWrestling #WrestlingHistory #WWFLegends #TagTeamWrestling #BillEadie #BarryDarsow

The wrestling business changed forever, but first, it had to travel through Georgia, Madison Square Garden, and one unforgettable night at Bash at the Beach.This week on DemoPod: The Demolition Podcast, Ax and Smash revisit legendary moments, territories, and rivalries from professional wrestling history.Bill Eadie shares memories from the iconic Georgia Championship Wrestling territory, a promotion that helped shape generations of wrestlers and laid the groundwork for the national wrestling boom of the 1980s.Barry Darsow looks back at wrestling Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat inside Madison Square Garden in 1991. He also celebrates the 40th anniversary of the unforgettable rivalry between The Russians and The Road Warriors, two of the most powerful and intimidating tag teams of their era.Ax and Smash also reflect on the 30th anniversary of Hulk Hogan’s shocking heel turn at WCW Bash at the Beach 1996. Hogan’s betrayal and the formation of the New World Order changed professional wrestling forever, launched the nWo era, and helped ignite the Monday Night Wars.Hear classic road stories, behind-the-scenes memories, and firsthand insight from two legends who lived through one of wrestling’s greatest eras.Subscribe to DemoPod for more stories from Ax and Smash, and let us know in the comments which moment had the biggest impact on wrestling history.#DemoPod #Demolition #AxAndSmash #GeorgiaChampionshipWrestling #MadisonSquareGarden #RickySteamboat #RoadWarriors #HulkHogan #BashAtTheBeach #NWO #WCW #WrestlingHistory

Ax & Smash are back with another episode of DemoPod: The Demolition Podcast, sharing stories from a recent signing weekend in Minnesota where wrestling memories, road stories, and legendary reunions took center stage.Barry Darsow reconnects with the legendary Eddie Sharkey, the iconic wrestling trainer who helped launch the careers of future superstars including Jesse Ventura, Rick Rude, Nikita Koloff, Bob Backlund, our very own Barry Darsow, and many more. Hear firsthand memories and reflections on one of professional wrestling's most influential trainers.The conversation also turns to one of the most talked-about moments in wrestling history: The Curtain Call at Madison Square Garden in 1996. Ax & Smash discuss how that controversial night involving Shawn Michaels, Triple H, Kevin Nash, and Scott Hall changed the wrestling business forever and helped pave the way for the Attitude Era.Plus, the guys revisit Scott Hall's shocking debut on WCW Monday Nitro, the beginning of the nWo storyline, and how the Monday Night Wars transformed professional wrestling in the 1990s.From classic wrestling stories and behind-the-scenes memories to industry-changing moments and plenty of laughs, this is an episode wrestling fans won't want to miss. Like, Comment & Subscribe for more wrestling history, road stories, and exclusive conversations with Ax & Smash of Demolition.#Demolition #DemoPod #AxAndSmash #BarryDarsow #EddieSharkey #WWF #WWE #WCW #ScottHall #RazorRamon #nWo #CurtainCall #MondayNightWars #ProWrestling #WrestlingPodcast #ClassicWrestling #WrestlingHistory #HulkHogan #KevinNash #TripleH #ShawnMichaels

Ax & Smash are back on DemoPod as the legendary WWE Hall of Famers gear up for a huge summer of appearances, conventions, signings, and fan events! In this episode, the former WWE World Tag Team Champions share their thoughts on several hot topics in professional wrestling, including The New Day reportedly leaving WWE, the upcoming Hulk Hogan Netflix docuseries, and recent comments made by Shawn Michaels.The guys also talk about the brand new Demolition Funko Pop figures, upcoming appearances, classic road stories, and answer listener questions from the DemoPod audience. If you grew up watching WWF wrestling in the 1980s and 1990s, this is the ultimate wrestling nostalgia podcast for you.Have a question for Demolition? Submit yours now at AxAndSmash.com and you may hear it answered on a future episode!#Demolition #AxAndSmash #DemoPod #WWEHallOfFame #WWELegends #WWENews #ShawnMichaels #HulkHogan #TheNewDay #FunkoPop #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling #ClassicWrestling #WWF #80sWrestling #TagTeamWrestling #WrestlingFans #RoadStories #WWEUniverse #WrestlingCommunity

It FINALLY happened—Demolition (Ax & Smash) are WWE Hall of Famers! 🏆🔥In this must-watch episode of DemoPod, Ax and Smash take you behind the scenes of their unforgettable WWE Hall of Fame 2026 induction weekend. From their emotional acceptance speech to their appearances during WrestleMania 42, the guys break down every moment of this historic milestone.Hear exclusive stories from WrestleCon Las Vegas, fan interactions, and what this long-overdue honor truly means after decades in professional wrestling. This is the ultimate deep dive into one of the most iconic tag teams finally getting their flowers.👉 Don’t miss this candid, unfiltered look at a legendary weekend for one of the greatest tag teams in WWE history.👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more stories, interviews, and behind-the-scenes content from Ax & Smash!#Demolition #AxAndSmash #WWEHallOfFame #WWE #WrestleMania42 #WrestlingPodcast #WWELegends #ProWrestling #TagTeamWrestling #WrestleCon #LasVegas #OldSchoolWrestling #WrestlingFans #ShootInterview #DemoPod #HallOfFame2026

WWE legend One Man Gang, also known as Akeem “The African Dream,” makes a rare podcast appearance on DemoPOD to celebrate Ax & Smash of Demolition being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2026!A longtime friend (and occasional rival) of Demolition, OMG shares stories, memories, and heartfelt congratulations in this fun, nostalgic conversation. Even with a few technical hiccups, this episode is packed with classic wrestling vibes and behind-the-scenes moments you won’t hear anywhere else.Don’t miss this rare appearance from one of wrestling’s most unforgettable big men—and stay tuned, because we’re hoping to have him back again soon!👉 Subscribe for more exclusive interviews, wrestling stories, and legends of the ring on DemoPOD!