Grilling JR

On this week's Grilling JR with The Voice Of Wrestling, Jim Ross & Conrad Thompson, the guys talk AEW Double Or Nothing, before getting into this week's main course, King Of The Ring '97! It was an interesting time in WWE. WCW was handily winning the ratings war week after week, Bret Hart and The Hart Foundation were the top heels in the company, and Bret and Shawn Michaels were certainly having t...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back to 2009 for Judgment Day! JR shares stories and experiences surrounding the build up to the PPV and development of the storylines leading to the main event. This event features two championship matches, Edge defending his World title against Jeff Hardy, and Batista battling "The Vipe...

On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and host Conrad Thompson discuss JR's transition from being the lead commentator for World Wrestling Entertainment to joining All Elite Wrestling. JR shares how he met Tony Khan, his immediate respect for Tony's knowledge of professional wrestling, and his thoughts on leaving his talent relations hat at the door. All that and so much more on this very candid conv...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss the historic year of 1999 in Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's WWE career. From winning the title, battling Steve Austin at WrestleMania XV, to the formation of the Rock n Sock Connection JR and Conrad cover it all. The guys also discuss Tony Khan being attacked on AEW TV, him wearing a neck bra...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss what many consider a flawless PPV Backlash 2004. The guys also dive into the development of WWE 24/7, the mass exodus of main event talent after WrestleMania XX, and the rise of Randy Orton as a major star and tough SOB. All that plus, JR takes us through his experience being back behind...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into the legendary career of Dustin Rhodes. The guys discuss Dustin living in the shadow of his father, Dusty Rhodes, embracing the provocative character of "Goldust" and enduring the ups and downs of his hall of fame worthy career. ROCKET MONEY - Cancel your unwanted subscriptio...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson have an intense catch up session discussing all the latest in professional wrestling. The guys take a deep dive look into all the happenings from WrestleMania XL, the upcoming AEW Dynasty ppv, and so much more! This edition is a great way to hear JR's thought on the current state of wrestling. TH...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss in detail the build up and spectacle of WrestleMania 25. JR shares stories of his experiences working with the talent leading up to the event. He also talks about calling what some consider one of the greatest matches in WrestleMania history, HBK versus The Undertaker. All that plus, the hall of fame a...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson revisit WrestleMania XV! JR shares his experiences working the epic event, corralling talent, and creating storylines that we still talk about today. We have all that plus so much more on this edition of Grilling JR. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code JIMROSS at https://www.manscaped.com/...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross is joined by Conrad Thompson to discuss the incredible year Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson had back in 1998. JR shares his stories of working with "The Great One" and his evolution into TOP GUY status in the WWE. EIGHT SLEEP - Eight Sleep's Pod Cover will improve your sleep by automatically adjusting your bed's temperature based on your in...

On this episode of Grilling JR, we are handing over the reigns to the show for the first time this year! The voice of professional wrestling answers listeners questions from all over the world. Did your question get answered? JR covers topics such as, what would he like to see in the last match he'd ever call, what other sports would JR like to commentate for, and what are JR's thoughts on Will Os...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson are back and catching up all everything that's happened in the world of professional wrestling since JR's been away. JR shares his experience calling Sting's Last Match, Darby Allin's daredevil dive into glass, and what he believes could be next for the Stinger. The guys also discuss the Vince McMahon lawsuit,...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us on a trip back into the archives for Clash Of The Champions 1. The guys discuss the formation of the Clash, working with Tony Schiavone on a major event for the first time and the massive main event featuring Flair and Sting. Plus, JR shares stories of how the company's rivalry with the WWF was heatin...

On this REMIX edition of Grilling JR, Conrad brings us the very latest on JR's hip surgery recovery. JR and Conrad revisit WrestleMania 20, which took place on March 14th, 2004 "where it all began" at Madison Square Garden. In it, we'd see HHH defend the World Title against former best friend, Shawn Michaels and the winner of the 2004 Royal Rumble, Chris Benoit. Also, the infamous Brock Lesnar vs....

On this episode of Grilling JR, we are diving into the archive at a timely look back at Survivor Series. The Elimination Chamber debuts at Madison Square Garden with Triple H defending the World title against Shawn Michaels, Chris Jericho, Kane, Booker T & RVD, the SmackDown 6 face off in a tag title match, Big Show challenges Brock Lesnar for the WWE Title, Victoria & Trish Stratus are in a Hardc...

On this episode of Grilling JR, we are diving into the archive at a timely look back at WrestleMania 9. Now, we say it's timely because, if you remember at the end of the event Bret Hart was battling Yokozuna for the championship yet Hulk Hogan walked away with it! What? Well, with the wrestling landscape the way it is we wanted to revisit that classic moment and hear from the voice of wrestling g...

On this episode of Grilling JR, we're heading back to the WSB studios for another edition of Studio Sessions with Jim Ross. On the shows today JR welcomes Paul E. Dangerously, WCW magazine editor Dennis Brent and Michael P.S. Hayes to the programs. The group discusses Clash Of The Champions XVI: Fall Brawl, the up coming release of Slam Jam volume 1, and All that plus, JR takes calls from listener...

On this episode of Grilling JR, we're heading back to the WSB studios for another edition of Studio Sessions with Jim Ross. On the shows today JR welcomes "Ravishing Rude Rude" to discuss his neck injury and how his recovery process is going, Cactus Jack shares his thoughts on facing "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff at SuperBrawl 3, Jake "The Snake" stops by to put Sting on notice, and Jesse "The Bod...

On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad take a deep dive into the development and build up to the 1994 Royal Rumble. JR shares his experiences being in the WWF during a turbulent time of change in the company. From Jerry Lawler, Gene Okerland, and Bobby Heenan leaving the company, to the reaction of a stinging interview by Tully Blanchard about steroid use in the WWF, JR had a lot of navigat...

On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad discuss Jim's time in New Japan Pro Wrestling. JR shares stories of how he got involved with the project, calling matches with Josh Barnett, working with Mark Cuban and the staff at AXS TV, and eventually meeting Tony Khan through his involvement with the company. JR and Conrad also cover Wednesday nights AEW Dynamite Homecoming show and his desire to...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into the historic and legendary career of The Undertaker. JR and Conrad discuss The Undertaker aka Mean Mark Callous' time in World Championship Wrestling. The Undertaker's reinvention in the WWE and the wild ride of opponents during his time with the company. JR shares stories of his relatio...

On this episode of Grilling JR, we are opening up the archives of WSB Radio for another epic of JR's radio show from the 1990's. On this trip down memory lane we're taking you back to the inaugural episode of the show where JR welcomes the bombastic Paul E. Dangerously to the studio. And then we leap forward to February 7, 1993, as Jim Cornette joins JR on the phone as they take listener calls! RO...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the guys discuss this historic purchases of the UWF buy Jim Crockett promotions. JR shares how the sale came about and the impact it had on JCP and his career. JR also discusses his return to national television calling the main event of AEW Dynamite and if this could mean his return to TV on a regular basis. FANATICS - From the NFL, NBA, to Boomer Sooner and beyond...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back 20 years for Armageddon 2003! JR shares stories of developing RAW Roulette, managing talent, working with Evolution, and some wild storylines that kept everyone on their toes. JR also reveals the cover of his new book and how folks can start pre-ordering the book today. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and...

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson revisit Starrcade 1989 "Future Shock!" JR shares about how he came up with the tournament concept for this PPV, the magic of 1989 in professional wrestling, and having to be the "middle man" between the booking committee and Jim Herd. All that plus so much more on this week's edition of Grilling JR! MOOD - Try...