VOC Nation Wrestling Network

More reboots down the line? NBC editing the WWE content and some statues erected. And finally, shrimp in Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Craig was on MTV's Remote Control. VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE and AWA broadcaster Ke...

In her first interview since retiring from Impact and professional wrestling, Madison Rayne sits down with me and we take a long stroll down memory lane. Just know a head of time there are a few technical issues with her internet. We share a lot of memories and share stories from her beginnings in a small town Ohio, her independent days, wrestling for the biggest wrestling companies, her wrestling...

NCAA hockey arenas. What makes them unique, different, and perhaps better than the minors and junior hockey leagues. Plus, we have some visits this week. VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE and AWA broadcaster Ken Resnick, f...

Wrestling with History covers different periods in the history of pro wrestling with behind the scenes looks at the stars, the events, and the promoters. Former WWE and AWA Broadcaster Ken Resnick joins forces with Legendary Pro Wrestling Journalist Bill Apter and former Philadelphia Radio Personality Bruce Wirt for a trip down memory lane. This week, a spotlight on Bobby 'the Brain' Heenan! Bobby...

IN THE ROOM this week features a special interview with independent star "Shining Star" Rey Calitri headed into his appearance this Saturday at ECWA's Night of Unusual Matches. Plus, a special look at the buildup to WWE WrestleMania, the Hurt Business breaking up, Edge breaking bad, WWE bragging about NXT being better positioned to compete on Tuesday, and more. Featuring Brady Hicks (Pro Wrestling...

VOC Nation Premium can be found by going to premium.vocnation.com or Patreon.com/vocnation. Apter's Archives are available in the $9/mo tier, and will include at least 1 new interview per week from the 50 years Bill Apter has spent in the wrestling business. Patrons also receive all of the benefits to the $3/mo tier, which include commercial free audio AND video versions of our top shows: Wrestlin...

This week @kingdavidlane, @chrisbest99, & @brockbza are all here! We discuss what Peacock has scrubbed from WWE Network, what we imagine will have to be, & what’s left. Plus the new WWE HOF members, Impact’s move to a nw night, & Ronda Rousey’s connection to Black History Month. Plus what NOT to say in your UFC promo, a DX member has health issues, & Sting has it rough for his Revolution match. RO...

Join WCW’s Stro Maestro for a special look back at all things professional wrestling, including WWE, NXT, AEW, and … a look back at WCW! Plus the always-popular “Old-School Match of the Week” and “Dream Match” segments. Call in (914) 338-1885. This week, a group discussion on Terry Funk! VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts in...

No BS with The Bull takes listeners on a journey through the life and career of former NWA champion "The Raging Bull" Manny Fernandez. This week, Manny talks about wrestlers not having the respect for the business that they once did, as well as his work training new talent, and his relationship with the Samoans. :02 - Blackjack Mulligan :04 - Wrestling being hard to break into before the 1990s :06...

“My Big Break” gives your favorite wrestling personalities a chance to tell the unique, challenging and always-entertaining stories leading up to their rise to stardom. This week, Gerry Strauss sits down with the beautiful Alyssa "Kat" Marino, a former announcer for NXT, currently of the West coast independent scene. Alyssa explains her on-again/off-again relationship with Pro Wrestling growing up...

Vince isn't racist, he has "black champions." Ox Baker and Ernie Ladd start a riot. Dan and Craig argue about Fastlane.  Hart vs. Hart, and the 10th anniversary of Wrestlemania. Wrestlemania 13 debuts, and the match that changed the WWE forever. Finally, 20 years ago WCW dies.   VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include leg...

This episode of Talkin' Sass features one of my favorite Aussies, Shazza McKenzie. She is a former Heart of Shimmer champion, she has been seen on NXT, and AEW where she became an instant meme. Did you know she was on a controversial skit on Australias Got Talent? What was it like for her slightly over a year ago when she traveled to the US and while she was in the air, the world changed? We discu...

WWE and TNA Impact Wrestling star Shelly "from Cali" Martinez joins us each and every week on VOC Nation with Shelly Live. Check it out for Shelly's thoughts on wrestling, life, and more! VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE...

Flyers turmoil and NCAA hockey. New NWHL team and the restart for the Isobel Cup. Also, a little AHL talk to close out the week. VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE and AWA broadcaster Ken Resnick, former WCW performer The M...

Wrestling with History covers different periods in the history of pro wrestling with behind the scenes looks at the stars, the events, and the promoters. Former WWE and AWA Broadcaster Ken Resnick joins forces with Legendary Pro Wrestling Journalist Bill Apter and former Philadelphia Radio Personality Bruce Wirt for a trip down memory lane. This week, a spotlight on the eighth wonder of the world...

In the Room features Pro Wrestling Illustrated's Brady Hicks and former WCW Star The Maestro. On this week's show: 19:55 Andrade release and WWE mismanagement of huge roster *40:20 Stro's perspective on what needs to change with WWE 40:55 Stone Cold interviewing Randy Orton *1:12:18 Brady on what's wrong with WWE writers 1:35:20 WWE pushing only Batista's HoF induction back because no fans will be...

This week @kingdavidlane reviews WWE Fastlane, discusses wrestlers’ reaction to the Stop Asian Hate Movement, & learns Charlotte has COVID while he’s talking about her relationship with Andrade who just got released. Also, he discusses the WWE’s packed schedule for Wrestlemania week as well as the news Smackdown will be taped. VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro...

We’re back this week with David Roach of Junkyard, Johnathan Mover of Saigon Kick, and Last Nights Villain VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE and AWA broadcaster Ken Resnick, former WCW performer The Maestro, former TNA Imp...

Tim Capper and Jim Flannery joins Dave and Marc to discuss the possible earth shattering development that the new XFL fronted by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is in “deep discussions” with the CFL about a partnership. VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Sh...

Join WCW’s Stro Maestro for a special look back at all things professional wrestling, including WWE, NXT, AEW, and … a look back at WCW! Plus the always-popular “Old-School Match of the Week” and “Dream Match” segments. Call in (914) 338-1885. This week: a discussion of the late, great Dusty Rhodes. VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable s...

No BS with The Bull takes listeners on a journey through the life and career of former NWA champion "The Raging Bull" Manny Fernandez. This week, Manny talks about his relationship with the legendary NWA Champion, Terry Funk. :04 - Running by Terry Funk's Double Cross Ranch during football practice :08 - The origin of the flying burrito, comparisons to Tito Santana and Roman Reigns :10 - First mee...

“My Big Break” gives your favorite wrestling personalities a chance to tell the unique, challenging and always-entertaining stories leading up to their rise to stardom. This week, former WWE Women’s Champion Candice Michelle tells all about her journey from Milwaukee to Hollywood, fighting for respect in and out of the locker room, and the REAL legacy of the “WWE Diva Search.” :02 Her unlikely bre...

Hurting The Hurt Business, Andrade wants out! A quick basketball aside and then Steamboat and Youngblood fill Greensboro Colliseum. Wrestlemania 20 and Mick Foley loses his ear. VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE and AWA br...

The first inductee into the WWE's Hall Of Fame 2021 - Molly Holly joins me on Talkin' Sass. If only I would have known one week after doing this interview she would be announced as the first inductee for the 2021 HOF class! Molly sits down and talks about all aspects of her career. From her early days as Starla Saxton to shaving her head at Wrestlemania 20 and all points in between. She says when...

Greg Larson, author of the upcoming book "Clubbie: A Minor League Baseball Memoir" joins us to discuss his life as a clubhouse attendant for the Aberdeen IronBirds. VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE and AWA broadcaster Ken...