This week we return to straight wrestling talk with Jerry Jarrett giving us a master's course in pro wrestling booking. He talks all about the fundamentals that built Memphis wrestling. What did someone like Jerry Lawler know about wrestling that other didn't that has allowed him to be so successful for so long. The things needed out of great faces, heels, promos, and feuds. The psychology of a tag team match vs a singles one. And so much more! If you have any interest in the behind the scenes part of wrestling, this is for you.

This week we return to straight wrestling talk with Jerry Jarrett giving us a master's course in pro wrestling booking. He talks all about the fundamentals that built Memphis wrestling. What did someone like Jerry Lawler know about wrestling that other didn't that has allowed him to be so successful for so long. The things needed out of great faces, heels, promos, and feuds. The psychology of a tag team match vs a singles one. And so much more! If you have any interest in the behind the scenes part of wrestling, this is for you.

Episode 59: The Art of Pro Wrestling Booking

Jerry Jarrett

We have had a lot of feedback from listeners on how they enjoy hearing Jerry Jarrett talk life philosophy based on his incredible life. We thought we would devote one episode to that, as we talk the state of America, how bipartisan politics are tearing us apart, the effects of technology on us and our youth, where our country is heading, and much more! Listen if you enjoy Jerry's philosophies. We will be back to wrestling next week!

We have had a lot of feedback from listeners on how they enjoy hearing Jerry Jarrett talk life philosophy based on his incredible life. We thought we would devote one episode to that, as we talk the state of America, how bipartisan politics are tearing us apart, the effects of technology on us and our youth, where our country is heading, and much more! Listen if you enjoy Jerry's philosophies. We will be back to wrestling next week!

Episode 58: Non-Wrestling Talk Alert! Jerry Jarrett talks modern American life

Kris Zellner

In this episode we welcome back our friend Kris Zeller to the show. Kris is an expert on old-school wrestling and his favorite territory was Memphis - you can hear him every week on the renowned Between the Sheets podcast. He, Sean, and Jerry Jarrett have a great chat about all things Memphis. Hear some fascinating details on the fall of the AWA and Jerry's attempts to purchase it, the philosophies of Memphis wrestling that had success in other areas, the final days of the territory, and much more!

In this episode we welcome back our friend Kris Zeller to the show. Kris is an expert on old-school wrestling and his favorite territory was Memphis - you can hear him every week on the renowned Between the Sheets podcast. He, Sean, and Jerry Jarrett have a great chat about all things Memphis. Hear some fascinating details on the fall of the AWA and Jerry's attempts to purchase it, the philosophies of Memphis wrestling that had success in other areas, the final days of the territory, and much more!

Episode 57: Kris Zellner Returns!

Eddie Marlin

In this episode, Jerry Jarrett pays an emotional tribute to his father-in-law, business associate, and friend, the legendary Eddie Marlin.

In this episode, Jerry Jarrett pays an emotional tribute to his father-in-law, business associate, and friend, the legendary Eddie Marlin.

Episode 56: Tribute to Eddie Marlin

This week we do a grab bag Q&amp;A with Jerry Jarrett and cover a wide variety of topics. Including - why Jerry Lawler never got an NWA title run and the politics involved, the behind the scenes dealings involved with the 1984 talent trade with Mid-South Wrestling, JYD being tarred and feathered on Memphis TV, tensions with Harley Race and Ric Flair, and much more from Memphis history.

This week we do a grab bag Q&amp;A with Jerry Jarrett and cover a wide variety of topics. Including - why Jerry Lawler never got an NWA title run and the politics involved, the behind the scenes dealings involved with the 1984 talent trade with Mid-South Wrestling, JYD being tarred and feathered on Memphis TV, tensions with Harley Race and Ric Flair, and much more from Memphis history.

Episode 55: Grab Bag Q&A

Scott Bowden

This week we welcome our friend Scott Bowden of the Kentucky Fried Rasslin podcast at KFRPod.com. Scott grew up on Memphis wrestling and was so passionate about it that he talked his way into eventually managing Jerry "The King" Lawler! Since the Memphis territory closed, Scott has done a fantastic job documenting the promotion's history. He and Jerry Jarrett have a great discussion on Scott's time working the territory, the things he learned about the business, taking us back in time to hear what it was like to grow up on Memphis wrestling, and what made the promotion so special to be talked about so much to this day.

This week we welcome our friend Scott Bowden of the Kentucky Fried Rasslin podcast at <a href="http://KFRPod.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">KFRPod.com</a>. Scott grew up on Memphis wrestling and was so passionate about it that he talked his way into eventually managing Jerry "The King" Lawler! Since the Memphis territory closed, Scott has done a fantastic job documenting the promotion's history. He and Jerry Jarrett have a great discussion on Scott's time working the territory, the things he learned about the business, taking us back in time to hear what it was like to grow up on Memphis wrestling, and what made the promotion so special to be talked about so much to this day.

Episode 54: Scott Bowden

Bill Dundee

Relax and listen to two absolute wrestling geniuses, Jerry Jarrett and "Superstar" Bill Dundee, as they tell stories from their 40 year relationship and the glory days of Memphis wrestling. Hear about how Bill adapted to life in the Tennessee territory coming from Australia, how he got over so quickly, him and Jerry discussing the crazy art of the scaffold match, of course the Lawler feud that saw Bill's wife get her head shaved, the two as a booking team together,, the Tupelo Concession Stand brawl, the art of the promo, and much more!

Relax and listen to two absolute wrestling geniuses, Jerry Jarrett and "Superstar" Bill Dundee, as they tell stories from their 40 year relationship and the glory days of Memphis wrestling. Hear about how Bill adapted to life in the Tennessee territory coming from Australia, how he got over so quickly, him and Jerry discussing the crazy art of the scaffold match, of course the Lawler feud that saw Bill's wife get her head shaved, the two as a booking team together,, the Tupelo Concession Stand brawl, the art of the promo, and much more!

Episode 53: Bill Dundee Returns

This week we give a long overdue tribute to the one and only "Superstar" Bill Dundee. Bill was such an integral part of what made Memphis successful, and Jerry Jarrett tells you exactly why. From his ability to wrestle technically with Tony Charles or have wild brawls like the Tupelo Concession Stand Brawl, to be an underdog babyface or hated monster heel, or to help book the territory behind the scenes, he was so important to Memphis's greatness. Hear Jerry Jarrett tell you exactly what Bill Dundee meant to him.

This week we give a long overdue tribute to the one and only "Superstar" Bill Dundee. Bill was such an integral part of what made Memphis successful, and Jerry Jarrett tells you exactly why. From his ability to wrestle technically with Tony Charles or have wild brawls like the Tupelo Concession Stand Brawl, to be an underdog babyface or hated monster heel, or to help book the territory behind the scenes, he was so important to Memphis's greatness. Hear Jerry Jarrett tell you exactly what Bill Dundee meant to him.

Episode 52: Tribute to Bill Dundee

Jerry Lawler

This week we have a long overdue tribute to the career of Jerry "The King" Lawler, with an in-depth look from Jerry Jarrett at the decades they spent together. From his first big push feuding with Jackie Fargo, to the Letterman show with Kaufman, his feuds against so many including Bockwinkel, Dundee, Hart, Terry Funk, and so many more, it's all covered here by the man who orchestrated so much of it.

This week we have a long overdue tribute to the career of Jerry "The King" Lawler, with an in-depth look from Jerry Jarrett at the decades they spent together. From his first big push feuding with Jackie Fargo, to the Letterman show with Kaufman, his feuds against so many including Bockwinkel, Dundee, Hart, Terry Funk, and so many more, it's all covered here by the man who orchestrated so much of it.

Episode 51: Tribute to Jerry Lawler

Randy Hales

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are not going to be able to upload a regular episode today, but we have a bonus episode instead. We have Randy Hales in the co-host chair ready to answer a series of questions from rabid Memphis fans. Hear about his push of PG-13 and why they drew so well, the USWA vs SMW angle, Gordon Solie sitting in Dave's chair for several weeks in 1984, Jackie Fargo vs Al Greene, and much more!

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are not going to be able to upload a regular episode today, but we have a bonus episode instead. We have Randy Hales in the co-host chair ready to answer a series of questions from rabid Memphis fans. Hear about his push of PG-13 and why they drew so well, the USWA vs SMW angle, Gordon Solie sitting in Dave's chair for several weeks in 1984, Jackie Fargo vs Al Greene, and much more!

Bonus Episode: Randy Hales Fan Q&A

A weekly podcast with Jerry Jarrett and Sean Reedy going into depth about topics from Jerry's legendary career!

fun to hear from a guy that has done it all in wrestling business and a success in LIFE

JJ is a treasure of memories

Just listened to episode 19 , great stuff ,love the show

Great stuff

Booking Memphis Wrestling with Jerry Jarrett

In this episode we go into great detail on Jerry Jarrett's long relationship with the McMahon family and WWE. Hear about how Vince McMahon Sr was a key part of Jerry's early success, how Vince McMahon Jr called in a favor Jerry had made to Vince Sr a decade earlier for help, how Jerry pushed for smaller wrestlers like Bret Hart to get pushed and how that is still felt today with smaller superstars like AJ Styles, and finally how Jerry created the Mr. McMahon character and produced the very first Mr. McMahon interviews. A great episode documenting important wrestling history.

In this episode we go into great detail on Jerry Jarrett's long relationship with the McMahon family and WWE. Hear about how Vince McMahon Sr was a key part of Jerry's early success, how Vince McMahon Jr called in a favor Jerry had made to Vince Sr a decade earlier for help, how Jerry pushed for smaller wrestlers like Bret Hart to get pushed and how that is still felt today with smaller superstars like AJ Styles, and finally how Jerry created the Mr. McMahon character and produced the very first Mr. McMahon interviews. A great episode documenting important wrestling history.

Episode 2: Part 1 on Jerry's relationship with the McMahon family and WWE

To celebrate our 30th episode, Jerry Jarrett goes into great detail on one of his signature accomplishments  - the Lawler vs. Dundee feud from 1977 that culminated in both Bill Dundee getting his head shaved, as well as his wife! For 11 straight weeks in the summer of 1977, Lawler and Dundee faced each other in a series of wild stipulation matches. It drew 94.708 people to the Mid-South Coliseum over those 11 weeks, a record that will almost assuredly never be passed. Now hear Jerry Jarrett go into great depth on this historic run.

To celebrate our 30th episode, Jerry Jarrett goes into great detail on one of his signature accomplishments  - the Lawler vs. Dundee feud from 1977 that culminated in both Bill Dundee getting his head shaved, as well as his wife! For 11 straight weeks in the summer of 1977, Lawler and Dundee faced each other in a series of wild stipulation matches. It drew 94.708 people to the Mid-South Coliseum over those 11 weeks, a record that will almost assuredly never be passed. Now hear Jerry Jarrett go into great depth on this historic run.

Episode 30: The Feud: Lawler vs Dundee in depth!

This week we cover the first few months of 1977 in detail. This was a period where the Memphis territory was on fire and everything appeared to be great, until it all fell apart. Hear a great Mongolian Stomper story, Rocky Johnson working the territory with a young Rock watching backstage, the influence Jerry Jarrett's mother had in turning Bill Dundee babyface, Harley Race coming in as an NWA champion, Tojo being legitimately attacked by another wrestler, the McGuire twins, Bob Armstrong, and much more!

This week we cover the first few months of 1977 in detail. This was a period where the Memphis territory was on fire and everything appeared to be great, until it all fell apart. Hear a great Mongolian Stomper story, Rocky Johnson working the territory with a young Rock watching backstage, the influence Jerry Jarrett's mother had in turning Bill Dundee babyface, Harley Race coming in as an NWA champion, Tojo being legitimately attacked by another wrestler, the McGuire twins, Bob Armstrong, and much more!

Episode 26: Early 1977 - Prelude to a War

In the spirit of Memphis TV, we did a fast-paced really fun one this week. It's called Memphis Quick Hits - Sean throws about 25 names from Memphis history at Jerry Jarrett and he responds with the first story that comes to mind. Hear some gems - what did Lou Thesz do to lose Jerry's respect for a time, why does Jerry consider Randy Savage the most honorable main he ever came across in the wrestling business, hear about Jerry holding Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson on his lap as his dad worked Memphis in the late 70's, and why did Eddie Graham stop talking to Jerry for a year. From Lawler, Dundee, and Mantell to Reggie B Fine, Frank Morrell, Phil Hickerson, we cover a very broad spectrum. People who enjoy Memphis will love this episode.

In the spirit of Memphis TV, we did a fast-paced really fun one this week. It's called Memphis Quick Hits - Sean throws about 25 names from Memphis history at Jerry Jarrett and he responds with the first story that comes to mind. Hear some gems - what did Lou Thesz do to lose Jerry's respect for a time, why does Jerry consider Randy Savage the most honorable main he ever came across in the wrestling business, hear about Jerry holding Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson on his lap as his dad worked Memphis in the late 70's, and why did Eddie Graham stop talking to Jerry for a year. From Lawler, Dundee, and Mantell to Reggie B Fine, Frank Morrell, Phil Hickerson, we cover a very broad spectrum. People who enjoy Memphis will love this episode.

Episode 3: Memphis Quick Hits - stories on over 25 legendary Memphis names

This week we take advantage of Jerry Jarrett's unique perspective as a young NWA member going back to the 70's to get his perspective on all the big names of the era. From Bruno Sammartino, to Sam Mushnick, Stu Hart, Danny Hodge, Wahoo McDaniel, Roy Shire, Mark Lewin, Haystack Calhoun, Freddie Blassie, and so many more.

This week we take advantage of Jerry Jarrett's unique perspective as a young NWA member going back to the 70's to get his perspective on all the big names of the era. From Bruno Sammartino, to Sam Mushnick, Stu Hart, Danny Hodge, Wahoo McDaniel, Roy Shire, Mark Lewin, Haystack Calhoun, Freddie Blassie, and so many more.

Episode 35: The Big Names of the 70s

We are honored this week to have two of Memphis Wrestling's Mount Rushmore figures together having a conversation - listen to Jerry Jarrett and Bill Dundee as they tell stories from their decades long history together. Hear great Memphis stories, why Jerry pushed Dundee as a headliner right from the start, a lot on the Lawler feud and Bill's wife getting her hair shaved, plenty of details on the "trade" in 1984 that sent Dundee to Mid-South for Watts, and stories of the two recently visiting the WMC-5 studio in Memphis!

We are honored this week to have two of Memphis Wrestling's Mount Rushmore figures together having a conversation - listen to Jerry Jarrett and Bill Dundee as they tell stories from their decades long history together. Hear great Memphis stories, why Jerry pushed Dundee as a headliner right from the start, a lot on the Lawler feud and Bill's wife getting her hair shaved, plenty of details on the "trade" in 1984 that sent Dundee to Mid-South for Watts, and stories of the two recently visiting the WMC-5 studio in Memphis!

Episode 25: Bill Dundee

Before the Monday night wars, before the Vince McMahon war on the territories, the biggest war in wrestling was happening in the Atlanta territory in the 70s.  A massive promotional war erupted when Ann Gunkel split away from the NWA and ran opposition, and Jerry Jarrett ended up in the middle of it as the NWA's booker. Hear him tell the story of what really happened when he was brought in to book during this period, leading to the NWA winning the war and the first ever Omni show. Hear tons of stories on Jim Barnett, the creation of Mr. Wrestling II, Lou Thesz turning the tide of the war as a top face, Gordon Solie, and much more.

Before the Monday night wars, before the Vince McMahon war on the territories, the biggest war in wrestling was happening in the Atlanta territory in the 70s.  A massive promotional war erupted when Ann Gunkel split away from the NWA and ran opposition, and Jerry Jarrett ended up in the middle of it as the NWA's booker. Hear him tell the story of what really happened when he was brought in to book during this period, leading to the NWA winning the war and the first ever Omni show. Hear tons of stories on Jim Barnett, the creation of Mr. Wrestling II, Lou Thesz turning the tide of the war as a top face, Gordon Solie, and much more.

Episode 18: The true story of the Atlanta wrestling war

Vince McMahon

This week we revisit the topic of one of our most popular episodes - Vince McMahon. We go in depth on Jerry's time working in WWE with him, the details of the creation of the Mr. McMahon heel character and how Jerry produced his very first promos, Vince coming down to the Mid-South Coliseum to get physical with Jerry Lawler, the nervousness in WWE as WCW became more aggressive in the mid-90s, and some thoughts on the present day state of the industry. It's insight into Vince that you won't hear anywhere else.

This week we revisit the topic of one of our most popular episodes - Vince McMahon. We go in depth on Jerry's time working in WWE with him, the details of the creation of the Mr. McMahon heel character and how Jerry produced his very first promos, Vince coming down to the Mid-South Coliseum to get physical with Jerry Lawler, the nervousness in WWE as WCW became more aggressive in the mid-90s, and some thoughts on the present day state of the industry. It's insight into Vince that you won't hear anywhere else.

Episode 28: Vince McMahon: In Depth

We welcome back Scott Mason from TurnOnTheJets.com, who in addition to football podcasting is a huge fan of the territories and is particularly fascinated with Dallas. He spends an hour asking Jerry Jarrett about all the details from his time running the Dallas territory. Hear the raw good and bad of dealing with the Von Erichs, stories on major players like Skandar Akbar, Chris Adams, Percy Pringle, Eric Embry, Mark Lowrance, Iceman King Parsons, Mick Foley, Gary Young, John Tatum, and many more!

We welcome back Scott Mason from <a href="http://TurnOnTheJets.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TurnOnTheJets.com</a>, who in addition to football podcasting is a huge fan of the territories and is particularly fascinated with Dallas. He spends an hour asking Jerry Jarrett about all the details from his time running the Dallas territory. Hear the raw good and bad of dealing with the Von Erichs, stories on major players like Skandar Akbar, Chris Adams, Percy Pringle, Eric Embry, Mark Lowrance, Iceman King Parsons, Mick Foley, Gary Young, John Tatum, and many more!

Episode 45: USWA Texas and the Von Erichs

This week we dive into a few well-known Memphis "controversies", and get the real story on what happened from Jerry Jarrett himself. In fact, one of these stories caused Jerry to call Jerry Lawler on the day of recording to make sure the record was set straight! We talk about the infamous Apter mag article claiming Lawler had defeated Andre the Giant on behalf of all smaller people, causing some heat in the NWA. We also talk in depth about Andre as a performer and person. Also, hear the details on supposed incidents involving Harley Race and the Sheik! And just for fun, we even get into the story of Sabu claiming to save Jerry's life in TNA, and talk about Ben the Wrestling Bear making appearances in Memphis in the 70s!

This week we dive into a few well-known Memphis "controversies", and get the real story on what happened from Jerry Jarrett himself. In fact, one of these stories caused Jerry to call Jerry Lawler on the day of recording to make sure the record was set straight! We talk about the infamous Apter mag article claiming Lawler had defeated Andre the Giant on behalf of all smaller people, causing some heat in the NWA. We also talk in depth about Andre as a performer and person. Also, hear the details on supposed incidents involving Harley Race and the Sheik! And just for fun, we even get into the story of Sabu claiming to save Jerry's life in TNA, and talk about Ben the Wrestling Bear making appearances in Memphis in the 70s!

Episode 8: Memphis Controversies - Fact or Fiction: Andre/Harley/Sheik

Mark James

Memphis historian and prolific wrestling author Mark James joins us on this episode to talk about his memories of the glory days of Memphis! He and Jerry Jarrett talk about the fascinating dual personalities of Jimmy Valiant on and off camera, an infamous riot at the Mid-South Coliseum after a show, Jimmy Hart saving the territory, why tapes of old Memphis TV were not saved, and many other topics. We very much recommend finding Mark's work at MarkJamesBooks.com. 

Memphis historian and prolific wrestling author Mark James joins us on this episode to talk about his memories of the glory days of Memphis! He and Jerry Jarrett talk about the fascinating dual personalities of Jimmy Valiant on and off camera, an infamous riot at the Mid-South Coliseum after a show, Jimmy Hart saving the territory, why tapes of old Memphis TV were not saved, and many other topics. We very much recommend finding Mark's work at <a href="http://MarkJamesBooks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MarkJamesBooks.com</a>.

Episode 17: Memphis Historian and Author Mark James

Tommy Rich

We are fired up this week to welcome Wildfire Tommy Rich! Hear hi and Jerry tell all sorts of stories about his career, from him breaking in by doing yard work for Jerry, Jerry sending to him to Georgia to help Jim Barnett and TBS, his wild success in Georgia, the New Fabs, hiding under the ring to interfere in the Idol/Lawler cage match that saw the King's head shaved, their scaffold match with Lawler and Dundee, and so much more!

We are fired up this week to welcome Wildfire Tommy Rich! Hear hi and Jerry tell all sorts of stories about his career, from him breaking in by doing yard work for Jerry, Jerry sending to him to Georgia to help Jim Barnett and TBS, his wild success in Georgia, the New Fabs, hiding under the ring to interfere in the Idol/Lawler cage match that saw the King's head shaved, their scaffold match with Lawler and Dundee, and so much more!

Episode 41: Tommy Rich

A great episode this week as we discuss the very beginnings of the career of Hulk Hogan, perhaps the greatest draw in pro wrestling history, and some of the lesser known contributions that Jerry Jarrett made to the start of his career. To help us out, we're proud to have on former great Memphis heel manager and Memphis wrestling expert - Scott Bowden! Listen to his podcast, Kentucky Fried Wrestling, at KFRpod.com!

A great episode this week as we discuss the very beginnings of the career of Hulk Hogan, perhaps the greatest draw in pro wrestling history, and some of the lesser known contributions that Jerry Jarrett made to the start of his career. To help us out, we're proud to have on former great Memphis heel manager and Memphis wrestling expert - Scott Bowden! Listen to his podcast, Kentucky Fried Wrestling, at <a href="http://KFRpod.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">KFRpod.com</a>!

Episode 14: Discussing the creation of Hulk Hogan in Memphis with our special guest Scott Bowden

Brian Lawler

In this episode, Jerry Jarrett pays tribute to Brian Lawler and gives his thoughts on the tragedy that occurred. Then, as a balance to our infamous Slappy awards, and to bring some happiness to a sad time, Jerry hands out his Superstar Awards. This is a tribute to the people who Jerry feels most helped him become so successful in the wrestling business. Hear his thoughts on people like Jerry Lawler, Bill Dundee, Eddie Graham, Vince McMahon Sr, and many more.

In this episode, Jerry Jarrett pays tribute to Brian Lawler and gives his thoughts on the tragedy that occurred. Then, as a balance to our infamous Slappy awards, and to bring some happiness to a sad time, Jerry hands out his Superstar Awards. This is a tribute to the people who Jerry feels most helped him become so successful in the wrestling business. Hear his thoughts on people like Jerry Lawler, Bill Dundee, Eddie Graham, Vince McMahon Sr, and many more.

Episode 9: Jerry Jarrett pays tribute to Brian Lawler and hands out his Superstar Awards

This week Jerry Jarrett takes us deeper into his time working next to Vince McMahon in 1993-1994 WWE, and his thoughts on several of the various talents he worked with. Hear why he loves Scott Hall but threatened to fire him after a match with Jeff Jarrett as MSG, booking the Bret Hart vs Owen Hart feud, his pride in pushing for 1-2-3 Kid and Marty Jannetty to become the tag champs, and all other great names from the era like Randy Savage, Gorilla Monsoon, Bobby Heenan, Howard Finkel, Doink, Lex Luger, Jerry Lawler, and many more.

This week Jerry Jarrett takes us deeper into his time working next to Vince McMahon in 1993-1994 WWE, and his thoughts on several of the various talents he worked with. Hear why he loves Scott Hall but threatened to fire him after a match with Jeff Jarrett as MSG, booking the Bret Hart vs Owen Hart feud, his pride in pushing for 1-2-3 Kid and Marty Jannetty to become the tag champs, and all other great names from the era like Randy Savage, Gorilla Monsoon, Bobby Heenan, Howard Finkel, Doink, Lex Luger, Jerry Lawler, and many more.

Episode 39: 1993-1994 WWE

Mike Shields

Memphis production genius Mike Shields joins us to talk about numerous innovations and contributions to pro wrestling from his career. We discuss wrestling's first ever music video, shooting the Tupelo Concession Stand Brawl, the first ever Hulk Hogan promotional video, and being responsible for Eric Bischoff getting his position running WCW. This is priceless wrestling history, Mike has never done an interview before, but agreed to join Jerry Jarrett to talk about their history together.

Memphis production genius Mike Shields joins us to talk about numerous innovations and contributions to pro wrestling from his career. We discuss wrestling's first ever music video, shooting the Tupelo Concession Stand Brawl, the first ever Hulk Hogan promotional video, and being responsible for Eric Bischoff getting his position running WCW. This is priceless wrestling history, Mike has never done an interview before, but agreed to join Jerry Jarrett to talk about their history together.

Episode 15: Memphis production genius Mike Shields 

In this episode Jerry Jarrett looks back fondly on the glory days of his time in the NWA, specifically the early 70s. Hear personal stories on such massive figures as Vince McMahon Sr, Sam Muchnick, Eddie Graham, Salvador Lutteroth and more. Also, an interesting look into a time where a code of loyalty existed in the business world that doesn't seem to exist today.

In this episode Jerry Jarrett looks back fondly on the glory days of his time in the NWA, specifically the early 70s. Hear personal stories on such massive figures as Vince McMahon Sr, Sam Muchnick, Eddie Graham, Salvador Lutteroth and more. Also, an interesting look into a time where a code of loyalty existed in the business world that doesn't seem to exist today.

Episode 46: Life in the NWA

This week we welcome great wrestling podcaster and Memphis fan Kris Zellner onto the show. He gets the chance to pick Jerry Jarrett's brain for an hour, talking about Memphis's expansion into different areas, the Poffos, music videos, Ole Anderson, and much more vintage Memphis content.

This week we welcome great wrestling podcaster and Memphis fan Kris Zellner onto the show. He gets the chance to pick Jerry Jarrett's brain for an hour, talking about Memphis's expansion into different areas, the Poffos, music videos, Ole Anderson, and much more vintage Memphis content.

Episode 34: Kris Zellner

Jarrett Parsons

This week we take a deep look into exactly what Jerry Jarrett has been working on for the last several months - The Jarrett Parsons Wrestling TV Roku Channel! Jerry and Sean welcome Dave and Adam Parsons onto the show, as they all put the channel together. Hear about the background of the channel and how it was formed, what's currently available, and big plans for the future. Jerry says this is the most excited he's been about a project in 40 years, so get insight into why he is so passionate about the project.

This week we take a deep look into exactly what Jerry Jarrett has been working on for the last several months - The Jarrett Parsons Wrestling TV Roku Channel! Jerry and Sean welcome Dave and Adam Parsons onto the show, as they all put the channel together. Hear about the background of the channel and how it was formed, what's currently available, and big plans for the future. Jerry says this is the most excited he's been about a project in 40 years, so get insight into why he is so passionate about the project.

Episode 37: Jarrett Parsons Wrestling Roku TV Panel

It's time for Jerry Jarrett's Slappy Awards! This episode is hilarious but also at times very emotional. Here is Jerry's list of the top people in wrestling who he had some, well, unpleasant or unusual business dealings with during his career. This is not meant to be mean-spirited, its more of a vehicle for us to hear some great stories, as well as some cautionary tales. Yes, you probably guessed that Dixie Carter was on the list, but wait until you hear the story of how Ric Flair ended up here. Hear about the issues he had with other territorial promoters in the 80s and how it allowed Vince McMahon to take over wrestling. What Memphis legend showed up at the Mid-South Coliseum one Monday night and refused to wrestle unless he got a higher payout than agreed on?

It's time for Jerry Jarrett's Slappy Awards! This episode is hilarious but also at times very emotional. Here is Jerry's list of the top people in wrestling who he had some, well, unpleasant or unusual business dealings with during his career. This is not meant to be mean-spirited, its more of a vehicle for us to hear some great stories, as well as some cautionary tales. Yes, you probably guessed that Dixie Carter was on the list, but wait until you hear the story of how Ric Flair ended up here. Hear about the issues he had with other territorial promoters in the 80s and how it allowed Vince McMahon to take over wrestling. What Memphis legend showed up at the Mid-South Coliseum one Monday night and refused to wrestle unless he got a higher payout than agreed on?

Episode 6: Jerry Jarrett's Slappy Awards!

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