Between The Sheets

Kris & David are guestless this week to discuss the week that was February 15-21, 1998. We talk about the tragic death of Louie Spicolli and how the wrestling industry handled it for the good or bad. We also talk about a big week in the WWF with No Way Out of Texas on PPV and Shawn Michaels' serious back issues. We then cover All-Japan talking to ECW & WWF, Don Frye catching fire in Ne...

Kris & David is joined by Brad Stutts (CWF Mid-Atlantic/PWX) to discuss the week that was February 8-14, 1996. We talk about the saga of Brian Pillman and the aftermath of Super Brawl VI plus more WCW wackiness, we then go to Japan to discuss the superpush of Shiro Koshinaka, Canada for the acquittal of Davey Boy Smith, the birth of the House of Hardcore, Bret Hart & Undertaker in Memphis,...

Kris & David are joined by Dave Prazak (Shimmer) this week to discuss the week that was February 1-7, 1994. We talk about the sad roster of the WWF at this time, the Skinheads vs. New Japan vs. WAR feud, AAA & UWA hooking up in Mexico, the greatest night in Northeast Indie History at that point featuring The Night The Line Was Crossed, SMW & USWA greatness featuring Mr. Corey Maclin &a...

In this preview of the latest Patreon-exclusive, themed edition of Between The Sheets, Kris and David talk about Jack Tunney becoming “WWF President,” George Scott’s new rules for the talent as WWF booker, the first part of a discussion about Ashura Hara’s mysterious problems with AJPW, and a glimpse of everyone’s favorite hotline. For the whole show, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and support...

Kris & David are guestless this week to discuss the week that January 25-31, 1992. We talk about Kip Frey wanting Marty Jannetty & Shane Douglas to be the WCW Rockers, Blond Outlaws leaving New Japan, Corey Maclin calling the Kennett Concession Stand Brawl, Bruce Prichard Turns Heel, and the Road to Wrestlemania VIII begins. This is a really good show so listen now!!! Timestamps: 0:00:00 W...

Kris & David are joined by Joe Sposto this week to discuss the week that was January 18-24, 1995. We talk about the 1995 Royal Rumble and the aftermath of that plus the RAW tapings the night later where there was a questionable injury that took place. We also talk about some great All-Japan matches featuring the usual suspects and some other fun shows in Japan. We then talk about ECW trying to...

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was January 11-17, 1989. We talk about Dusty Rhodes being removed from power in the NWA and the backlash from that happening. We also talk about the Russians invading New Japan and then we go to a story that spans multiple territories regarding Jerry Lawler and the status of his world title. Then we go to the WWF to talk about the R...

Kris Zellner & Dylan Hales discuss the indie wrestling scene around the world looking back from 2016 and looking forward to 2017. We discuss some of our Best Ofs from 2016 and go over all the major promotions and what we think about them going into 2017. This is a tremendous show so listen now!!! --- To support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly them...

Kris & David are guestless this week talking about the week that was January 4-10, 1999. We talk about all the insane events going on around the world with 3 major world heavyweight titles changing hands. We talk about all the other events going on with ECW running a big PPV and a fun episode of Memphis Power Pro plus a CAN'T MISS WCW section with the FINGER POKE OF DOOM. This is a must li...

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was December 28, 1990-January 3, 1991. We talk about the return of Dusty Rhodes to WCW and the return of WCW talent to Family Feud. We also talk about Eddie Gilbert possibly leaving Memphis and the first TV tapings for a Joe Pedicino led group in Dallas. We also talk about Joe Pedicino's wedding and the birth of International Wo...

Kris Zellner is joined by Mike "Papa" Hales to discuss his great journey as a wrestling fan. We talk about his early days as a child as a fan in Minnesota & New Mexico talking about the early days of the Funks, Ricky Romero, and others. We then focus on the Chattanooga wrestling scene of the 70's and all the great characters that came through the territory back then. This is such a...

Kris Zellner is joined by Alan4L (DKP) to discuss the renaissance of Keiji Mutoh in 2001. We talk about where Mutoh was going into 2001 and how unbelievable it was that Mutoh had such a career resurgence that year. We talk about the key matches and angles that Mutoh was involved in during the year and hopefully we steer you to watch some of the great matches online because there were some real cla...

In this preview of the latest Patreon-exclusive, themed edition of Between The Sheets, Kris and David talk about Bruno Sammartino’s return to the WWF, including how obvious it was that Vince McMahon hated Bruno Jr. For the whole show, go to Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and support the show at the show for just $5/month. Here's the description for the full show: Kris and David return with more...

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was December 21-27, 1992. We talk about the early rumblings of Ric Flair going to back WCW, SMW's first Christmas Chaos tour, sex change accusations in Memphis, Arn Anderson & Erik Watts brawl at a gas station, & Rick Rude gets ripped in Kathie Lee Gifford's book. A fine show if I must say. Also thanks to everyone wh...

Kris & David are joined by Maxwell Baumbach (RBR Podcast) to discuss the week that was December 14-20, 1998. We talk about WCW & NBC doing business with each other, Ric Flair's "heart attack" on Nitro, Royce Gracie finally losing, new blood in ECW, A Power Pro Christmas, Wrestling With Shadows, & Sable shooting for Playboy. Lots of great stuff on this show so check it out!!...

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was December 7-13, 1986. We talk about Andre the Giant coming back to the WWF and his status as a heel as well as the early plans for WrestleMania III. We also talk about Honky Tonk Man's big surprise and WWF's plans for a Japan tour. All-Japan & New Japan ended their tag league tours and we go over the results and how g...

Kris Zellner is joined by Rob Naylor (Highspots Network) to discuss the history of the NWA/WCW World TV Title. We talk about the reason why it became a world title and then run down all the major champions along with some of their notable matches during their reigns. We also talk about the legacy of the title and how Vince Russo tried to kill it in 1999. This is a really fun show so check it out!!...

Kris & David are joined this week by Matt Farmer (MLW Podcast Network) for the 2nd half of the show as we discuss the week that was November 30- December 6, 1994. We talk about Randy Savage entering WCW and Vince McMahon trying to stop it from happening. We talk about FMW & AJW doing big business in Japan as well as the changing scene in Mexico. Matt joins us to talk about the aftermath of...

Kris Zellner is joined by Barry Rose (CWF Archives) to discuss the Florida & Southern Heavyweight Title scene from 1973 to 1976. We talk about all the different champions of this era and their opponents. We talk about who worked and who didn't which may surprise you and Barry brings his excellent memory yet again to this series. I learned some on this show and you will, too!!!! --- To supp...

In this preview of the latest Patreon-exclusive, themed edition of Between The Sheets, Kris and David talk about the WWF Action Line, the WWF’s first attempt at a pay-per-call phone hotline. Hear about the great promos that it sounds like the wrestlers cut on each other on the Action Line, a side-discussion about Parade Magazine for some reason, and more! For the whole show, go to Patreon.com/Betw...

Kris & David are joined by Beau James (King of Kingsport) to discuss the week that was November 23-29, 1993. We discuss Hulk Hogan snitching on Vince McMahon, Survivor Series including RnR vs. Heavenly Bodies bombing, Bobby Heenan leaving, Terry Funk as a Red Knight, The Gilberts cutting a shoot promo in W*ING and quitting, Public Enemy being arrested, Jim Cornette's hatred for Eastern Ken...

Kris & David are guestless talking about the week that was November 16-22, 1987. We discuss the Pennsylvania State Athletic Commission possibly disbanding, The Road Warriors signing a 5-year deal with JCP, wild news in Memphis with great clips, Stan Hansen talking to World Class, AWA sadness, and Hulk Hogan rallying the troops for Survivor Series. This is a very fun show!!!! Timestamps: 0:00:0...

Kris & David are joined by The Fray Movement to discuss the week that was November 9-15, 2002. We talk about Vince Russo & Jerry Jarrett sharing the book for TNA and talk about quite the TNA PPV that week. We also talk about the birth of WRESTLE-ONE & World Japan also all the happenings in Mexico & Puerto Rico. We then talk about CZW & ROH doubleheader in Philly on 11/9 along w...

Kris & David are guestless this week discussing the week that was November 2-8, 1991. We discuss J.J. Dillon possibly returning to manage Ric Flair in the WWF, Bret Hart having a shocking meeting with The Mountie, Bob Backlund being a big draw for UWFi, the death of Gran Davis, lots of news about GWF and their financial issues, and WCW wackiness abound as usual. This is a very fun show so chec...

In this preview of the first Patreon-exclusive, themed edition of Between The Sheets, David, Kris, and Pete Lederberg talk about: * Southwest Championship Wrestling's disastrous tour of New England. * How Hulk Hogan spun his AWA departure in the local Twin Cities media during a backstage interview the night he won the WWF Championship at Madison Square Garden. For the whole show, go to Patreon...