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Browsing Archive: May, 2013

CNN Interviews Michael Benoit (Father of Chris Benoit) - September 2007

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CNN LARRY KING LIVE

Why Did Wrestler Kill Wife, Son, Self?

Aired September 6, 2007 - 21:00   ET

THIS IS A RUSH TRANSCRIPT. THIS COPY MAY NOT BE IN ITS FINAL FORM AND MAY BE UPDATED.


LARRY KING, HOST: Tonight new questions about what made wrestling superstar Chris Benoit snap.
Could brain damage from blows to the head be a factor in Benoit's strangling his wife and suffocating his 7-year-old son before hanging himself?

Now, Chris Benoit's father in his first live primetim...
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Interview with Bobby Heenan - July 2003

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 
The following extensive interview features WWE Hall of Fame manager, the legendary Bobby “The Brain” Heenan. Heenan talks candidly about his time in WCW, how he got the name “Weasel”, wrestling, the Royal Rumble 1992, his live confrontation with Brian Pillman, and more. The interview was taped July 19, 2003 and broadcast on Pro Wrestling Radio.

Eric Gargiulo: Was it hard to put 30 plus years of wrestling stories and experiences in one book?

Bobby Heenan: No, it was very easy. As a...


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Interview with Bobby Heenan - July 2004

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The extensive interview features WWE Hall of Fame manager, the legendary Bobby “The Brain” Heenan. Heenan talks the WWE Hall of Fame, Vince McMahon, Ole Anderson, AWA days, Chief Jay Strongbow, and more. The interview was taped July 24, 2004 and broadcast on Pro Wrestling Radio.

Eric: Bobby what are the reasons behind writing your new book?

Bobby: There were many reasons to write the new book. Well, . But also my writer, Steve Ande...


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Interview with Rena 'Sable' Mero - November 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 
The following interview features former WWE Diva, Rena “Sable” Mero. Rena talks about her WWE’s experiences, Chyna, Trish Stratus, Playboy, WCW, and more. The interview was taped November 21, 2000 and broadcast on Pro Wrestling Radio.

Eric: What she has been up to?

Rena: Oh my gosh there is so much going on. How much time do you have? It’s fabulous. I can tell you that I just returned from Prague, I shot my first full length feature, it’s a two hour made for TV movie. It’s c...


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Interview with Paul Orndorff - June 2006

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
The interview features WWE Hall of Fame wrestler Paul “Mr. Wonderful” Orndorff. Paul and I talk about a variety of topics. Some topics include; Paul’s thoughts on Hulk Hogan and what really happened at the Hall of Fame between the two, thoughts on Roddy Piper, Ric Flair, Vince McMahon, Bruno Sammartino, his interviews, his classic feuds, WCW, and much more. The interview was taped in June of 2006 and broadcast on Pro Wrestling Radio.

Eric Gargiulo: Pa...


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Interview with Gary Hart - January 2004

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 

The following interview features legendary pro wrestling manager the late “Playboy” Gary Hart. Gary discusses his career, J-Tex, the Von Erichs, Chris Adams, Ric Flair, Terry Funk, his to MLW and much more. This interview was recorded live on Pro Wrestling Radio on January 24, 2004.

Eric Gargiulo: How did you in the wrestling business and when?

Gary Hart: I started professional wrestling through my Uncle, Billy Gales in 1960 beli...


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Interview with Chris Jericho - 1999

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This is the very first broadcast of Pro Wrestling Radio. The show featured a call-in interview with WWE superstar star Chris Jericho. Chris talked about his career up to that point which includes the highs and of his WCW run, thoughts on the Montreal Screwjob, ECW, Eric Bischoff, and more.

Q:Comment on WCW Head Of Security Doug Dillenger retiring ? :

A:Yeah but I’ll tell you thing though Doug Dillenger is good at his job. He’s so miserable...


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Interview with Christopher Daniels - April 2000

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The show featured newly signed WCW superstar star Christopher Daniels. Chris talked about his career up to that point, getting into WCW, ECW, wrestling in Japan, WWE tryouts in the Dojo, and much more. This interview with the current TNA Wrestling star was recorded on April 8, 2000 and broadcast live on Pro Wrestling Radio.

Eric: He is a new addition to World Championship Wrestling, and a combatant in the Super J Cup, Christopher Daniels. Chris, are you there?

Chris: I am. Hey, Eric, ho...


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Interview with Honky Tonk Man - 2009

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 
Former WWF intercontinental champion the Honkytonk Man joined Pro Wrestling Radio for a brief, but memorable interview in 2009. Honky shoots on Hulk Hogan, Eric Bischoff, WCW, and much more in this PWR exclusive.

Eric: I am here with a legend, in many people’s eyes, the greatest Intercontinental Champion of all time, the Honky Tonk Man. Thanks for joining me today.

Honky: I appreciate you giving me that fine . You know, not very many people in the media,...


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Interview with Edge - July 1999

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Former WWE champion and WWE Hall of Fame superstar Edge stopped by Pro Wrestling Radio on July 10, 1999. Edge came by the show to sign autographs and later called in for a quick call. This was a unique opportunity to talk to a new WWE superstar at the beginning of his ascension to pro wrestling greatness.

Q: I ask him about rumors that he and Christian were trying to bring Johnny Swinger to the WWF?

Edge: Well I have been hearing these rumors and he is a good buddy of mine cause we train...


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Interview with Terry Funk - May 2005

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This Pro Wrestling Radio interview  features the legendary former NWA and ECW champion and WWE Hall of Fame wrestler Terry Funk. Terry came by to talk about his book, the resurrection of ECW, Bruno Sammartino’s loyalty to Baba, Dusty Rhodes and a whole lot more. Originally broadcast May 21, 2005.

A Terry Funk promo is played the show in which Funk discusses the Funk Masters Of Wrestling.

Eric Gargiulo: Terry, welcome back to the show.

Terry Funk: Well it’s g...


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Interview with Mick Foley - June 2003

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This Pro Wrestling Radio classic interview transcript features an interview with WWE Hall of Famer and former world champion  Mick Foley. Mick talks about his career, the NWO, Hulk Hogan, Eric Bischoff, Harley Race, Goldberg, ECW, his new book, and more. Originally broadcast June 28, 2003.

Eric Gargiulo: I comment on how much I liked the book.

Mick Foley: Hey, thanks. I did feel like it was of those books that you’d feel compelled to read once they started and t...


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Interview with Nikita Koloff - Unknown Year

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 
This Pro Wrestling Radio classic features an interview with former United States champion and the star of the reality show, PreachersDaughters Nikita Koloff. This was probably of my favorite interviews from all of the years of Pro Wrestling Radio. What made it even better was that I had Nikita live on location for a full hour and we covered everything! Nikita discusses his legendary run in the 1980s in Jim Crockett Promotions whi...
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Interview with Shane Douglas - June 1999

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The following interview features former ECW champion “The Franchise” Shane Douglas. Shane talks about leaving ECW, negotiating with WCW, Paul Heyman, Ric Flair, kicking Scott Hall out of an ECW show, and more. The interview was taped June 12, 1999 and broadcast on Pro Wrestling Radio.

Eric: Truth about the rumored WCW negotiations:

Shane: Well they stand about the same place as the negotiations with the World Wrestling Federation. They’re negotiations going on. To be quite honest w...


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AOL Chat with Sunny - August 1996

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Sunny

OnlineHost: Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome SUNNY!!!

WWFLive2: Hi Sunny..welcome!

WWFLive1: Sunny: Hey yall, Sunny is in the room!!

Question: What would you do if The BodyDonnas won the belts from the Smoking Gunns? Would you ever go back to them?-Sk8rGal

WWFLive1: Sunny: If history proves what I'm out to get...there's your answer right there! I go where the gold is. And men our so easy to control, that anybody will take me.

WWFLive2: ok..Sunny next one is from TMcma9531...


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AOL Chat - SummerSlam 1996

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SummerSlam '96 Chats

OnlineHost: WELCOME to the WWF on AOL!!!!

OnlineHost: AND....WELCOME to SUMMERSLAM!!!!

WWFBBANKS: Our first guest will be WWF President Gorilla Monsoon!!!!!

WWFBBANKS: Gorilla will be here in a few minutes!!

WWFBBANKS: Get ready for the HOTTEST Event of the Summer..SUMMERSLAM!!

OnlineHost: LADIES and GENTLEMEN ..please welcome WWF President Gorilla Monsoon!!!

WWFLive1: Gorilla: Welcome everyone to the south shore of lake Erie and to the beautiful city of Cleveland...


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AOL Chat with Sycho Sid - August 1996

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Sycho Sid

OnlineHost: Tonight's guest will be SYCHO SID!!!!

OnlineHost: SID will be here LIVE in a few minutes!

OnlineHost: Get ready Sycho Sid has escaped from the ASYLUM!!!

OnlineHost: Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome..SYCHO SID!!!

WWFLive1: Sid: It feels good to be back!

WWFLive1: Sid: Sorry I couldn't make it last week...

Question: Sid, where have you ben?What did you do when you were out?

WWFLive1: Sid: I have been taking some time off. i had a fractured vertebrae in my neck...


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AOL Chat with Brian Pillman - July 1997

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Brian Pillman

OnlineHost: Good evening!!! And Welcome to the WWF on America Online!!!

OnlineHost: Tonight's guest is the walking "Time Bomb". . .BRIAN PILLMAN!!!

OnlineHost: Tick...Tick...Tick...He could go off at any moment!!!

OnlineHost: So..send your questions in for Mr. Brian Pillman

OnlineHost: Get ready because Pillman will be exploding into this auditorium at 8pm ET!!

OnlineHost: We would also like to all of the WWF Fans for playing the Trivia game on Sun...


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AOL Chat with Paul Bearer - September 1996

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Paul Bearer

OnlineHost: Welcome ALL!!!

WWFLive1: Get ready to talk to the former manager of the Undertaker....now with MANKIND!!

OnlineHost: WWF SUPERSTAR PAUL BEARER WILL BE HERE LIVE IN A FEW MINUTES!

OnlineHost: Ladies and Gentlemen.....Please welcome PAUL BEARER!!!

WWFLive1: Paul: Well, what a pleasant evening...oh yesssss! I have just settled my Mankind down for a nice evening nap! And now I have some time alone to answer all these questions I'm sure you all have! Anytrhing you w...


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AOL Chat with Marc Mero - 1996

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Mark Mero

OnlineHost: Welcome everyone to the WWF on AOL!

OnlineHost: Tonight's WWF Superstar is WILDMAN MARC MERO!!

OnlineHost: Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome Wildman Marc Mero!!

OnlineHost: Welcome Marc!!!

WWFLive1: Marc: Hello, how's everybody doing tonight? I'm doing great!

Question: Tell us about South Africa ..How was it?

WWFLive1: Marc: South Africa was the best tour I have ever been on. I had tag team matches with Bret against Bulldog and Owen...and we won both of them. ...


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AOL Chat - King of the Ring 1996

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King of the Ring '96 Chats

OnlineHost: WELCOME EVERYONE!!!!

OnlineHost: Welcome to the WWF on AOL!!!!

OnlineHost: We will be covering the King of the Ring LIVE from Milwaukee!!! We will have complete coverage of the event.....WWF Superstars comments following their match..And of the EVENT!!

WWFLive2: Send your questions in for each Superstar!!!!

OnlineHost: Get ready for WWF action LIVE on AOL!!!

OnlineHost: Welcome President Gorilla Monsoon!

WWFLive2: Go...


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AOL Chat - In Your House: July 1996

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In Your House Chats: July 1996

OnlineHost: Welcome to the WWF on AOL!!!! LIVE coverage of IN YOUR HOUSE!

WWFLive2: Our fist guest tonight will be Gorilla Monsoon!

WWFLive2: We will ba starting in about 10 minutes!! Stay tuned!

WWFLive1: We are just waiting for Gorilla Monsoon to arrive!

WWFLive1: Welcome Gorilla Monsoon!!

WWFLive1: Gorilla: Welcome once again everyone to another WWF Pay per view here in beautiful, and I do mean beautiful Vancouver BC. We have a great spectacle instor...


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AOL Chat with Hunter Hearst Helmsley - 1997

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Hunter Hearst Helmsley

OnlineHost: Welcome to the WWF on AOL!!!

OnlineHost: Tonight's guest will be WWF Superstar Hunter Hearst-Helmsley

OnlineHost: Tonight's guest is triple H..He will be here in a few minutes!

OnlineHost: Ladies and gentlemen...please welcome Hunter Hearst-Helmsley!!!

WWFLive1: Hunter: HHH is here on AOL...much to the delight of everybody out there. Of course I am sure you all have very intelligent questions for me so let's .

Question...


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AOL Chat with Faarooq - 1997

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Faarooq

OnlineHost: Welcome to the WWF on AOL!!!!

OnlineHost: Tonights guest is the man who is responsible for knocking Ahmed Johnson....out of the WWF....FAAROOQ!!....Faarooq will be here at 9pm ET!!!!

OnlineHost: Ladies and gentlemen..please welcome FAAROOQ!!!

WWFLive1: Faarooq: Im happy to be answering some questions on AOL...I will answer questions for my many fans out there online who are looking for some answers.

Question: Faarooq, how did you i...


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AOL Chat with Steve Austin - July 1996

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"Stone Cold" Steve Austin

OnlineHost: Tonight's guest is the KING of the Ring Champ!!! Stone Cold Steve Austin!!

OnlineHost: Get ready for Stone Cold Steve Austin!

OnlineHost: Ladies and gentlemen..please welcome Stone Cold Steve Austin!

OnlineHost: Congratulations on winning the '96 King of the Ring!

WWFLive1: Steve: It's your pleasure to have me online...send your questions in.

Question: You said in a prior AOL interview that if Pillman came to the WWF you would consider teaming wi...


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Prodigy Chat with Bruno Sammartino - October 1997

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 

Bruno Sammartino 10/97

The is an official Prodigy Chat Transcript.   Hotlines and Newsletters may use portions as long as proper credit is given:

Moderator (Speaker) - Welcome everyone, tonight of the living legends of wrestling is here, Bruno Sammartio. Please send your questions in now.

Georgie123 (Prodigy Member) - - - Bruno - Brian Pillman just died on Sunday, now on American Journal today ...


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Prodigy Chat with Eric Bischoff - October 1997

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Eric Bischoff 10/97

The following is an official Prodigy Chat Transcript.   Hotlines and Newsletters may use portions as long as proper is given:

DiscoDoused (Prodigy Member) - A wrestler is dead and the overuse of prescription pain killers is suspect. As Senior Vice-President of a national wrestling promotion, what have you done and what do you plan to do to rid wrestling of its epidemic of drug abuse...and please, no corporate PR bs here, a man has ...


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Prodigy Chat with Buddy Landell - March 1998

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 

Buddy Landell

The is a transcript of the Buddy Landell chat that took place on Prodigy on March 4, 1998.

Moderator (Speaker): Welcome everyone, We are currently joined by the "Real Nature Boy" Buddy Landell of SMW and NWA fame. Please send in your questions.

DoubleLPM (Prodigy Member): Do you feel that your "Real Nature Boy" gimmick has kept you from achieving your own identity?

Buddy Landell (Speaker): It consumed my whole life at a time when everything wa...


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Prodigy Chat with Arn Anderson - March 1998

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 
Full for the following transcript goes to Prodigy.

MODERATOR (Speaker)
If you are interested in Arn Anderson and his long history in wrestling,
check out his new book. "Arn Anderson 4Ever: A Look Behind the Curtain".
There is a special offer for Prodigy members, $20 for a signed copy of the
softcover version of the book.
to DFMLTD@erols.com to order.
Offer good until Friday. Be sure to mention Prodigy Chat in your email.

MODERA...
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Interview with Afa of the Wild Samoans - 1997

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 

RYDER: I guess the best place to start is with your initial entry into wrestling. How and where did that happen?

AFA: This goes back to the late 60's or early 70's out in Phoenix, AZ. I was trained by a German wrestler called Kurt Von Steiger. There used to be two brothers Kurt and Karl Von Steiger, but Kurt is the that trained me. So, that's how I got started. From there, my brother Sika came in a couple of years later and we started tea...


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Interview with Mark Henry - 1996

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Mark Henry

Recently, Olympic hero and future-WWF superstar Mark Henry made a trip to Titan Tower to meet everyone! I got the chance to sit down with Mark and interview him about his future in the Federation and what it means to him to be join the ranks! Here is what he had to say!

BILL BANKS: Mark, when you were growing up in , we understand you weighed over 200 pounds by the Fourth Grade. Did people treat you differently because of this?

MARK HENRY: Well, th...


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Interview with Owen Hart - 1996

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Owen Hart

BILL BANKS: We're here with the Slammy Award-Winning OWEN HART, folks! Now, Owen, you faced the BRITISH BULLDOG this past Monday night on RAW...did the Federation officials force you into this match with your own relative?

OWEN HART: I only take part in the matches that are given to me and I gladly took part in it--after all, it was for the Intercontinental Title! It doesn't matter if it's my mother, father, brother...you have to go for number ! I face...


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Interview with Justin Hawk Bradshaw

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Justin "Hawk" Bradshaw

Recently I had a chance to talk with Justin "Hawk" Bradshaw. Since his career started in the World Wrestling Federation, Justin has obtained some victories as well as suffered some devastating losses. Does the "Hawk" have what it takes to become a Federation Champion? Can he get over his recent loss to Freddie Joe Floyd and Sycho Sid? Can he win the Battle Royal and get a shot at the WWF Champion?

WWFmatrat: Justin, thanks for taking the time to talk with me. ...


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WCW Interviews Eric Bischoff - October 1996

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October 13, 1996

BEFORE WE LOOK AHEAD, LET'S LOOK BACK AT THIS PAST MONDAY NITRO. WE ARE NOW WEEK REMOVED FROM "HOLLYWOOD" HULK HOGAN'S DEPLORABLE CONDUCT TOWARD THE LOVELY MISS ELIZABETH. WHAT ARE YOUR FEELINGS AS YOU LOOK BACK AT THAT SCENE?

"Quite clearly, The NWO has, as they have so many times in the past, found new lines to over and new lows to reach within the wrestling and television industry. It was a disgusting incident that ...


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Interview with Bret Hart - 1996

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Here's a transcript of an interview with Bret Hart on Newsportalk.

CHET: I don't care what kind of dough you've got, I don't care what kind of you might you have you're not going to get a piece of hardware like this [pointing to the WWF Championship Belt] like this if you stopped at Guccis, if you stopped at Barneys, if you stopped at...the belt emblematic of WWF supremacy. We welcome the Hitman Bret Hart. a man who will main event as we mentioned Wrestl...


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Interview with Bobby Heenan - 1997

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Bobby Heenan Interview

Summarized by Mike Siroky

Bobby Heenan was the featured guest on a weekend half-hour SportsChannel Chicago TV show hosted by a sports talk radio guy named Mike North. It was a fascinating half-hour.

Heenan basically stayed with a real-life interview, although on at least point, he played company man with WCW.

Heenan talked about getting hooked on the the business when he attended a Chicago show as a 10-year-old. He said one of the wre...


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Interview with Les Thatcher - Unknown Year

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 

Wild Bill: The Sideline Report
An Interview with Les Thatcher

The epitome of a wrestling fan's existence can usually be measured in what they view as their most cherished memories of the sport. When Bret Hart went out to place his glasses on a young fan at ringside before his match, you knew there was no way that kid would take off those glasses for at least two months!! For some fans, they get a favorite wrestler's autograph, for others a picture with a top heel!

Recently, I had ...


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Interview with Larry Zybsko - 1996

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Larry Zybsko Interview

from Extreme Sports Network

Larry Zybsko was of the true superstars in the sport of professional wrestling for many years. Here is the transcript of a radio interview with the "Living Legend" which was broadcast three weeks ago (before the Bischoff heel turn). The radio show airs every Saturday from 11AM - 12 Eastern time on the Extreme Sports Network

Larry Zybsko interviewed by Hitman and the Coach

Hitman and The Coach : Want to welcome...


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Interview with 'Sister' Sherri Martel - 1996

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Sister Sherri Interview

from Extreme Sports Network

As I mentioned in an earlier newsletter I had the pleasure of being present at and participating in a live broadcast of the "Cheap Seats" program on the Extreme Sports Network this past weekend in Sanfrancisco. This program was hosted and produced respectively by Readers' Forum regulars Hitman and J-BYRD. During the broadcast I was interviewed as well as Jimmy Hart, Sister Sherri and Harlem Heat. What follows as a transcript from Continue reading ...

 

Interview with Harlem Heat (Booker T & Stevie Ray) - 1996

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Harlem Heat Interview

from Extreme Sports Network

As I mentioned in an earlier newsletter I had the pleasure of being present at and participating in a live broadcast of the "Cheap Seats" program on the Extreme Sports Network this past weekend in Sanfrancisco. This program was hosted and produced respectively by Readers' Forum regulars Hitman and J-BYRD. During the broadcast I was interviewed as well as Jimmy Hart, Sister Sherri and Harlem Heat. What follows as a transcript from Continue reading ...

 

Interview with Ted DiBiase - 1996

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Ted Dibiasi Interview

from Extreme Sports Network

The Extreme Sports Network can be heard at its new time of Noon- 1p.m. eastern on Saturdays...for more information about radio affiliates contact Hitman via the email at: hitman@relia.net

This weeks guest is Ted DiBiasse....

Hitman: Welcome back to the Extreme Sports Network and joining us right now from Mississippi it's Ted Dibiasse...Ted welcome to the big show...

Ted: What's going on guys...

Hitman: How are you doing man?

Te...


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Interview with Diamond Dallas Page - 1996 (#2)

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Another Diamond Dallas Page Interview

from Extreme Sports Network

This interview was done on the "Cheap Seats on the Extreme Sports Network" on Saturday. I paged Dallas and he filled in nicely for the Disco Inferno. Disco will be rescheduled in a week or two. The website for the Extreme Sports Network has a of all of your favorite stars in WCW. If your interested in the website it's.....

http://cc.weber.edu/~mthompson/main.htm

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Interview with Diamond Dallas Page - 1996

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Diamond Dallas Page Interview

from Extreme Sports Network

For those of you who don't know: The Extreme Sports Network will soon have our very own web page, until then I prefer to go through Solie's because I enjoy Earl's publication & Forums...On the radio show, we talk all sports, but the highest rated segment is Pro Wrestling....As a result we interview various wrestlers every month. week we will interview Hall & Nash, but here is my favorite guy Diamond Dalla...


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Interview with Al Isaacs - 1998

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Al Isaacs Interview

Conducted by Jeremy Hartley for TWC Online
Transcribed by Earl Oliver

Jeremy Hartley: As usual I'm just going to at the beginning and then we'll work our way to the present. I'm always interested, with anyone I interview, as to what turned them on to this sports entertainment of professional wrestling and then what made you decide to pursue this as somewhat of a line of work, Scoops has become a major player in Internet wrestling - so take u...


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Interview with Scott Teal - 1998

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Scott Teal Interview

Conducted by Jeremy Hartley for TWC Online
Transcribed by Earl Oliver

Jeremy Hartley: Starting from the beginning, and we'll work our way up, and I ask this question of everyone I talk too...when did the wrestling bug bite you? What made you become a fan and pursue this line of work? It's certainly a very demanding thing but it must be a lot of fun for you.

Scott Teal: Well, actually it was way back in the sixties, the mid-sixties was probably the first time I r...


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Interview with Bob Ryder - 1998

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Bob Ryder Interview

Conducted by Jeremy Hartley for TWC Online
Transcribed by Earl Oliver

Jeremy Hartley: Joining me this week is the Internet's leading reporter of wrestling news, I'd like to welcome to the show, Mr. Bob Ryder - Bob, thanks for joining us this evening.

Bob Ryder: Well I'm glad to be here.

Jeremy Hartley: Before we really get into the interview I want to ask you this thing. Did you really think that 1wrestling.com was going to have the ...


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Interview with Buddy Landel - 1998

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Buddy Landel Interview

Conducted by Jeremy Hartley for TWC Online
Transcribed by Earl Oliver

This interview was conducted on Feruary 10, 1998 by telephone.

Jeremy Hartley: Let's start as to the beginning as we can, you say you're 36 now...

Buddy Landel: I was born a couple of hours apart from Eddie Gilbert...

Jeremy Hartley: I'll be darned...

Buddy Landel: Same age, same day, same year...

Jeremy Hartley: I assume you were probably a fan to start...

Bu...


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Interview with Lou Thesz - 1998

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Lou Thesz Interview

Conducted by Jeremy Hartley for TWC Online
Transcribed by Earl Oliver

Jeremy Hartley: It is my pleasure to introduce former NWA Champion, six times, highly acclaimed athlete and wrestling superstar the great Lou Thesz. Lou welcome to the show and thanks again for joining us.

Lou Thesz: Thank you Jeremy, thank you so much for having me on the show. Incidentally my time with the NWA occurred about halfway through my career. The first time I won the Title it was the ...


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Interview with Bob Blackburn - 1998

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Conducted by Jeremy Hartley for TWC Online
Transcribed by Earl Oliver

Jeremy Hartley: I'm kind of curious, I don't really know that much about your wrestling business background..

Bob Blackburn: I was the "Drill Instructor" for the CWF back in '87 - '88 and prior to that I worked for the ICW which was owned and operated by Angelo and Mario Savoldi up in the North East, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Connecticut, Long Island, you know...that area. They had a pretty good syndicated te...


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Interview with Ricky Steamboat - 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 

A Conversation with Rick Steamboat

Conducted by Jeremy Hartley for TWC Online
Transcribed by Earl Oliver

Jeremy Hartley: What prompted you to want to get into this whacky business of professional wrestling?

Ricky Steamboat: I grew up in Florida and and my fiance at the time went to Minneapolis. Minnesota to a Northwest Orient Airlines training school. Her room mate at college was Donna Gagne...

Jeremy Hartley: Wow!

Ricky Steamboat: ...Verne Gagne's daughter. I guess, through co...


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Interview with Michael Cole - April 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

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Michael Cole was recently on Busted Open Radio to promote Wrestlemania and discussed a number of topics, including his early years in WWE, Raw going 3 hours, John Cena’s mixed reactions and much more…

On his and his rise in WWE:

“I got off on the wrong foot here in WWE for a bunch of different circumstances. Number one, I came from CBS News, so I came from outside the bus...


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Interview with Mason Andrews - April 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : TNA Interviews 

Fans of independent wrestling will know him as Scorpio Sky, the WWE Universe remember him as Harold ( of doctor Shelby’s patients alongside Kane and Daniel Bryan), and in TNA he’s Mason Andrews, but Schuyler Andrews, the man behind the names tells WrestlingTruth.com editor Keelan Balderson it’s the performer that matters, not the label.

“The reality is, what is a name? If the fans chant ‘Scorpio’ or ‘Mason’ they are cheering or booing me. With the inte...


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Interview Highlights - Bret Hart - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart recently answered a bunch of fan questions from readers at WrestleNewz.com. Here are some highlights from the interview:

Will he be making a career out of improv comedy he’s been doing:
“I don’t think so, but you never know what can happen. I have a lot of fun doing them. I appreciate people giving me a stage. They present scenarios that are quite easy for anybody to into and be quite funny. Sometimes I can be spontaneously funny. W...


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Interview Highlights - Cliff Compton - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 

Former WWE Tag Team Champion-turned S.C.U.M member, Cliff Compton, was the featured guest on this past week’s edition of the award-winning Monday Night Mayhem, hosted by The Big Mosh & Jim Molineaux.  Follow “Your Home of Wrestling Radio” on Twitter (@FeelTheMayhem).

Cliff Compton’s first-ever Monday Night Mayhem appearance is now available for on the Wrestleview Radio Network:

Cliff Compton/Monday Night Mayhem Interview (MP3 Streaming Audio): http://www...


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Interview Highlights - Hurricane Shane Helms - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

Recap of “The Hurricane” Shane Helms on ‘In Your Head’ wrestling radio, 04/24/2013 by Vic Schiavone:

Hosts Jack E. Jones and One Inch Biceps welcomed former WWE Superstar The Hurricane to IYH Wrestling Radio for the third time.

Highlights included the following:

Did he think it hinders younger wrestlers when they’re not allowed to do their own stuff and all their promos are scripted?

“Yeah, I definitely believe that.  You know, there’s a lot of artistry to what we do, and if yo...


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Interview Highlights - Molly Holly - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

Hosts Jack E. Jones and One Inch Biceps welcomed former WWE Women’s Champion Mighty Molly to IYH Wrestling Radio on April 24, 2013.

Highlights included the following:

Whose idea was the Hair versus Title match at Wrestlemania XX where she ended up getting her head shaved?

“Well, I’m guessing that people listening to this wouldn’t be too hurt if I tell like the real, behind the scenes truth, but the real truth is that it was my idea.  I was told by the writing team that they were no...


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Interview Highlights - Court Bauer - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 
David Dexter that former WWE creative member Court Bauer said in a recent podcast that he believes WWE will regret the Rock’s latest run with the company. Bauer spoke with Steven Muehlhausen at Between The Ropes and said that the Rock’s run from 2011 to WrestleMania 29 didn’t help anyone.

Bauer said, “I think everyone’s going to look back and have a lot of regrets about this partnership. I don’t think John Cena is anymore over for quote unquote bei...


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Interview Highlights - Chris Jericho - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
Chris Jericho discussed Fandango‘s character during an interview with Hooked on Wrestling:

“I think probably when I did Dancing with the Stars Vince probably watched it and thought all the dancers looked gay and thought they’d make a great heel. This is his his new pet project. He loves it. He’s rolled with it from the start and now it’s getting over to a degree- I don’t know if he’s more over or the song is over, but at least there’s a reaction.

“To be honest I did a l...


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Interview Highlights - George South - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 

Regular host Jack E. Jones and Guest co-host President Clinton welcomed “The Last Wrestler” George South to IYH Wrestling Radio for another three-hour marathon interview.

Highlights included the :

Why are there no more good heels in wrestling?

“Well, you know, the worst thing I think that has happened is most heels or bad guys think if they just go out and cuss somebody that’s going to get heat.  I always tell guys that most of the fans are getting cusse...


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Interview Highlights - Michelle McCool - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

Former WWE Diva Michelle McCool has finally broken her silence on the taboo topic of her marriage to The Undertaker. In collaboration with MichelleMcCool.net, the four-time champion candidly addresses her relationship with “The Deadman” in a video blog that will be released this summer. A teaser has been released where she appears to respond to critics attributing her lofty position in WWE to her influential partner rather than her ability to perform.

The four-time champion will addr...


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Interview Highlights - Scott Hudson - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 
David Dexter reports that Scott Hudson was a guest on Inside the Ropes and compared Goldberg to Ryback. Here are highlights:

On Sting’s character changing into the Crow gimmick in 1996: “I thought it was brilliant. Sting for better or worse, is never going to be confused with Shawn Michaels or Kenta Kobashi or the great workers of the business. It’s not that Sting was a poor worker but he wasn’t gonna go out there and give you a 5 star match every time he laced up a pair of boots...


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Interview with Jesse Neal - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 
Jesse Neal. War hero. Professional wrestler. Tattoo artist.

Neal served in the United States Navy from 1998 to 2002, and was on board USS Cole, when it was suicide bombed on October 12, 2000. Neal has a tattoo on his right forearm of the initials of his best friend, who was killed in the attack. Despite this, he made a successful transition into a professional wrestler. He debuted in TNA in 2009, and quickly became one of the most fastest rising stars in the company. I recently had a ch...


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Interview with Christopher Daniels - May 2013

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : TNA Interviews 

Given the short length of the average professional athlete’s career, Christopher Daniels’ 20 years (and counting) as a pro wrestler is quite an impressive feat.

Leveraging the same stamina and agility he exhibits on the mat, the theater-major-turned-grappler has traveled the world to entertain folks with his in-ring antics over the years.

Not only has Daniels worked for every major professional wrestling organization – including World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) and World Wrestlin...


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Interview with Bret Hart - 2007

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
I had the opportunity to interview WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart a few weeks prior to his the release of his autobiography in the United States. I reviewed the Canadian edition of the book last year and felt that it was by far the greatest wrestling book ever published. The American and Canadian releases of the book are the same.

Eric: Can you tell me about the book and how it came about?

Bret Hart: It evolved, just like everything else in my life. I never really set out to write a book ...


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Interview with Ken Kennedy - January 2009

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
On January 8, 2009, I had the opportunity to interview Mr. Kennedy for the second time on this site. This interview took place two days after the release of his movie, Behind Enemy Lines: Colombia. In this interview, we discuss his health, his new movie, The Wrestler, and update topics that we discussed in our first interview. In addition, anyone that wants to be a wrestler needs to check out the second page of this interview as Mr. Kennedy gives some great advice for those aspiring to ...
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Interview with Ken Kennedy - January 2008

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
On January 7, 2008, I had the opportunity to interview WWE Superstar Mr. Kennedy. The official purpose of this interview was to promote the RAW XV CD but we discussed many topics which were based upon the emails I received from my newsletter readers.

Eric:Your theme song is on the RAW greatest hits CD despite the fact you have been on RAW for less than a year. How does it feel to have your song placed aside the songs of wrestlers like the Rock & Steve Austin so early in your career?
M...


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AOL Chat with Hulk Hogan - June 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 
Just two days before his match against Billy Kidman at the Great American Bash
Peoplmagmc:   Welcome Hulk Hogan! Thanks for chatting with us tonight.
HuIkWCW1:   Cool... Glad to be here. I love it
Peoplmagmc:   Le...

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AOL Chat with Eric Bischoff - April 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 

World Championship Wrestling's Eric Bischoff, the wrestling mind who dared to challenge the wrestling establishment, came by for a LIVE chat on April 10. Check it out!


AOLiveMC9:  Welcome, Eric Bischoff!

Eric Bischoff:  First of all, I'd like to say that I'm glad to be back at WCW, and I'm certainly very happy to be online here with the audience here at AOL.

AOLiveMC9:  Here is our first question.

Question:  Hello, Mr. Bischoff. It's great to have you back in ...


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AOL Chat with David Arquette - April 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 

Actor David Arquette stopped by AOL Live to chat about his latest film, "Ready to Rumble" on April 3, 2000.  David also answered questions about the "Scream" thrilogy and the 1-800-COLLECT commercials.

 

TV Guide Online:  Joining us tonight is David Arquette, who will be talking about his new movie "Ready to Rumble." Thanks for coming to chat.

David Arquette:  Hello!

Question:  Do you write with your right or left hand? Thanks!

David Arquette:  I'm a righty, but...


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AOL Chat with D'Lo Brown - August 1999

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
...
WWFLutz   Thanks for joining us, D'Lo!
WWFDL0   HELLO!....D'LO BROWN'S IN THE HOUSE!
WWFLutz   Are you ready to start answering questions?
WWFDL0   READY!

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AOL Chat with Debra - July 1999

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
WWFBBANKS   Welcome Debra, let's .
WWFDeb   I'm glad to be here talking to you guys and I'm looking forward to the Pay Per View this Sunday, July 25. It will be a great show!
WWFBBANKS   How do you like work...

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AOL Chat with Road Dogg - June 1999

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
Question   What do you plan on doing to Chyna this Sunday at King of the Ring?
Road Dogg   She has been very brutal with me up until this point especially for someone that I thought was my friend. My mother told me never to hit a woman but she has stepped into the shoes of a man...

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AOL Chat with Triple H - May 1999

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

Q: If you could wrestle anybody in the world, who would it be?

Triple H: At this point in time, it would have to be Steve Austin, as I feel that Steve Austin is the premier athlete in this sport. Without a doubt, Steve Austin is the top dog.

Question:  What do you plan to do to The Rock at Over the Edge?

Triple H:  I plan to finish what I started a few weeks ago. This is about proving a point to The Rock an...


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AOL Chat with The Rock - April 1999

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
WWFPhil   Welcome everyone to our chat with The Rock!!!
WWFTheRock   Finally the People's Champ has come to WWF.COM!
Question   hey what's up rock?
WWFPhil   What did you think of...

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AOL Chat with Mick Foley - March 1999

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

Copyright 1999. Titan Sports, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
QUESTION And here we go with Mankind! The first question is... Would you rather see Austin or Rock walk out of WrestleMania with the belt?
WWFMankind I'd rather see Austin because I've had enough title shots with...

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AOL Chat with Steve Austin - January 1999

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
OnlineHost Copyright 1999 America Online, Inc.
OnlineHost The auditorium consists of the audience (where you are) and the stage, where the MC/host and guests appear. Text which you type onscreen shows only to your row, prefaced by the row number in row 2. To interact with the speaker, use the "Participate in E...

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AOL Chat with Vince McMahon - August 1998

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

To our fans of the World Wrestling Federation:
Due to the massive amount of fans attempting to speak with Mr. McMahon Thursday night, America Online’s auditorium was unable to handle the immense volume and crashed. The WWF and America Online apologize to fans that were locked out and those that had their screen frozen. America Online has promised the World Wrestling Federation an additional auditorium at Mr. McMahon’s ...


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AOL Chat with Mark Henry - March 1998

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
...
Chris Collins (Host)   Where talking March Madness, we're talking WrestleMania. I got a guest with me, man, you look bigger in person. Mark Henry of the WWF I had every intention of pucking you out, but you look a lot bigger in person. Hey, Hey, Hey!
Mark Henry   (Picks up a baseball bat)

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AOL Chat with Arn Anderson - March 1998

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 

The following is an official Prodigy Chat Transcript. Hotlines, newsletters, and websites may use portions of this chat as long as is given to Prodigy:

MODERATOR (Speaker): Welcome everyone, our guest tonight is wrestling legend Arn Anderson of NWA/WCW Horseman fame. Be sure to send in your allotted questions for Arn.

KevTheGrad (Prodigy Member): Is Ric Flair happy with how often he is ...


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AOL Chat with Brian Pillman - June 1997

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

OnlineHost: Copyright 1997 World Wrestling Federation, Titan Sports Inc.  Tonight's Guest is Brian Pillman ..Send your questions in for him!  To send your question to the speaker, click on the Interact icon, then use the Ask a Question option.


WWFBBANKS: Here comes the Loose Cannon folks!

OnlineHost: Ladies and Gentlemen. . . please welcome the Loose Cannon BRIAN PILLMAN!

WWFBBANKS: Brian: I'd like to say it's great to be here, but I can't. I've got be...


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AOL Chat with Owen Hart - March 1997

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

OnlineHost: Copyright 1997 World Wrestling Federation, Titan Sports Inc.  Tonight's WWF Superstar will be OWEN HART!!!  Find out what the problem is between Owen & Davey!  The Slammy Award winner will have his trophy with him!  Ladies.....and Gentlemen welcome Owen Hart!

Question: will you ever challenge for the WWF title, when, and I would like to congratulate you on your fine victory over your lousy brother Bret
...


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AOL Chat with Howard Finkel - February 1997

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 

OnlineHost: Copyright 1997 World Wrestling Federation, Titan Sports Inc.

WWFFink: Folks....We apoloigize for the delay, but we are ready to go...Take it away Bill

OnlineHost: To send your question to the speaker, click on the Interact icon, then use the Ask a Question option.

WWFBBANKS: Send your answers in throught the question box folks!! You ready Fink?

WWFFink: OK....You have 30 seconds...


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IGN interviews Vic Grimes - August 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Vic Grimes

The CEO of Hardcore gives the inside track on his journey through the WWF and ECW!

August 31, 2000

Norton: So how did you end up in this crazy game?

Grimes: Way back when… I don't know what year, but I was a football player, and got speared in the back. I slipped a disc. I was playing the Hayward Outlaws on the minor leagues at the time. I tried to make a comeback but I couldn't do it. It was a bad time for me. I did the wrong things, danced on the wrong side of the track...
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IGN interviews Tommy Dreamer - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Tommy Dreamer

Dreamer talks about the world title, problems with TNN, his feud with Raven and more!

May 16, 2000

Tommy Dreamer may be the definition of a company franchise; he’s been with ECW as a fan, a friend, a partner and a performer ever since entering the company when it began seven years ago. During his time with the promotion, he’s seen it grow from a regional indy to the third largest wrestling company in the United States, with weekly shows on TNN and six pay per view e...
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IGN interviews Tommy Dreamer - February 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Tommy Dreamer

The Innovator of violence gives IGN Wrestling a lesson in Hardcore!

February 23, 2000

In the sport of pro-wrestling, Tommy Dreamer is nothing short of an enigma. The consummate company man, he has spent the last seven years of his career working with ECW to bring the company to the forefront of the wrestling world with a brutal, "hardcore" style of wrestling. While the WWF and WCW picked up on this and started imitating (both companies have instituted "Hardcore" champio...
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IGN interviews Tazz - September 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Tazz

Tazz talks about working with Triple H, The Rock, & Kurt Angle, and the evolution of his character.

September 14, 2000

The following interview comes from IGN Scoops, courtesy of Total Station magazine.

Having dominated the bloodthirsty world of Extreme Championship Wrestling, the monstrous Tazz has sent his sights on the WWF, Total Station (TS) Magazine was fortunate enough to catch up with the Human Wrecking Machine and grab this exclusive interview! We discuss, the past, presen...
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IGN interviews Stevie Richards & Gillberg - April 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Stevie Richards and Gillberg

They discuss injuries, how they got their gimmicks, and their thoughts on the late Gary Albright

April 26, 2000

Before the memorial show began, both Josh Pontrelli and I caught up with Duane Gill AKA Gillberg and Stevie Richards.

Tavares: I'd like your thoughts on Gary Alrbight and on tonight's memorial show.

Gillberg: Well, I think it's a shame man. I'm a wrestler you know. I'm just glad to be alive and to do this. He died doing what he loved. That's why I...
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IGN interviews Steve Corino - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Steve Corino

One of wrestling's fastest rising stars talks hardcore wrestling with IGN!

May 17, 2000

Steve Corino is one of the fastest rising stars in pro wrestling today. His fast track to success began last year when he entered a feud with ECW veteran Tommy Dreamer, and hasn’t let up since. Since then he’s feuded with former WCW champion Dusty Rhodes, a program which has really put him on the map. He also had a highly acclaimed bloodbath against Tajiri at Hardcore Heaven. Crit...
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IGN interviews Shane Douglas - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 
 Interview: Shane Douglas

Douglas talks about Ric Flair, Chris Benoit, and the Triple Threat.

May 26, 2000

IGN Scoops held an internet chat session with Shane Douglas at Pillman Show 2000.

Q: After working with Ric Flair, have your feelings about him changed?

Douglas: I have a lot of respect for Ric in the sense that he's lasted in this cut throat business as long as he has. And when I was in the ring with him he legitimately hit me harder with that chop than I've ever been hit, including Benoit o...
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IGN interviews Rob Van Dam - February 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Rob Van Dam

“The Whole F’n show” talks about injuries, politics, loyalty and his battle to return to the ring!

February 14, 2000

ECW is the fastest growing wrestling company in the U.S. today, and Rob Van Dam is the biggest star in it. Having embarked on a two-year winning streak, the ECW TV champion (who's held the belt two full years this April 4th) was set to finally capture the company's world championship after kick-starting a feud with Mike Awesome. Then the unthinkable h...
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IGN interviews Rob Van Dam - August 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Rob Van Dam

The whole F'N Show talks about USA, TNN, the WWF, and how he broke into wrestling and got his name.

August 18, 2000

The following interview was conducted by Shannon Rose of IGN Wrestling affiliate, Pro Wrestling Daily.

From the top rope he soars, executing moves like no other athlete. In the last few years he has become a top name in the wrestling world. He is arguably one of, if not the, most popular competitor in Extreme Championship Wrestling. He has faced all comers an...
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IGN interviews Rhino & Simon Diamond - June 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Rhino & Simon Diamond

"Tazz should have wrestled me for the ECW title! Why Tommy Dreamer? He's a chump!"

June 14, 2000

Rhino and Simon Diamond are two of the top young stars in ECW. While Simon has been out with injuries much of the past six months, the "Rookie Monster" Rhino has demolished all who's stood in his way during that time period, just last month winning the ECW TV Championship. IGN's Blake Norton got the chance to hang out with them recently to chat about their careers, t...
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IGN interviews Nova - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Nova

IGN catches up with the ECW superstar coming off a big win on Pay Per View!

May 16, 2000

In the last year, Mike Bucci’s “Super Nova” persona has gone from a comic book character to a more serious and focused performer. Both his name (now simply “Nova”) and his image have been tightened, and his team with Chris Chetti is becoming one of the top acts in ECW. Just last Sunday they bested DA Baldies and the team of Roadkill & Danny Doring in a three-way-dance, a result whi...
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IGN interviews Mick Foley - June 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Mick Foley

He talks about his new children's book, makes Al Snow jokes, and discusses life away from the ring.

June 28, 2000

The following interview comes from IGN Scoops

Mankind…Cactus Jack…Dude Love…

Mick Foley!

After years of sacrificing his body in some of pro wrestling's most memorable matches, Mick Foley walked away from the game in April of 2000. Now he's enjoying retirement from the ring, acting as the new WWF Commissioner, and working on a follow up to his best-selling au...
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IGN interviews Kurt Angle - September 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Kurt Angle

Our Olympic Hero reveals to IGN the shocking details of his Summerslam concussion in a candid chat

September 15, 2000

The 1996 Olympic Gold Medal winner in amateur wrestling, Kurt Angle, has only been in the pro-wrestling ring for less than a year now. However, since his debut at last year's "Survivor Series" pay per view, his impact on the WWF has been phenomenal. He quickly won the European Championship, then defeated Chris Jericho for the Intercontinental Champion. He h...
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IGN interviews Kurt Angle - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Kurt Angle

The 1996 Olympic gold winner talks about the transition from amateur wrestling to WWF rings

May 1, 2000

The following interview is from IGN Scoops Wrestling

Ronny Sarnecky: What kind of changes did you have to make from your amateur background to accommodate the sports entertainment aspect of wrestling?

Kurt Angle: The one thing that I had to do was to break free of the non-emotion that you have in real sports. Like I'm so used to zoning in on just my opponent instead of the...
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IGN interviews Kevin Nash - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 
 Interview: Kevin Nash

Big Sexy talks about "The Clique," his last night in the WWF, and a possible return to the WWF

May 31, 2000

IGN Scoops held an internet chat session with Kevin Nash at Pillman Show 2000.

Interview with WCW's Kevin Nash
From the 3rd Annual Brian Pillman Show - 5/25/00

Q: How is your leg feeling?

Nash: It's OK. Not completely healed, but I'm not being paid to sit around and not wrestle.

Q: What are the chances that we will see the return of Kevin Nash to the WWF someday soon?

Nash...
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IGN interviews Justin Credible - March 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Justin Credible

Coming off a big win at Living Dangerously, ECW's Justin Credible shoots with IGN

March 24, 2000

During the last four years, Justin Credible has gone from the jockstrap-for-a-mask wearing "Man of War" Aldo Montoya in the WWF to one of the biggest stars in ECW. He's recently picked up big wins over stars such as Sabu and Tommy Dreamer. At the last ECW Pay Per View, Living Dangerously, he teamed up with tag partner Lance Storm to dispose of both the tandem of Tommy Drea...
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IGN interviews iNDemand PPV's Joe Boyle - November 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : Misc (Indy Talents, Legends, Etc) 
 Interview: inDemand's Joe Boyle

Shoot Fighting 101 - Is the UFC too much for mainstream America?

November 21, 2000

By Jake Rossen
Columnist, IGN Wrestling

No one knew what to expect.

On November 12, 1993, SEG's first Ultimate Fighting Championship was broadcast via Pay-Per-View to approximately 80,000 paying customers. Thanks to a marketing campaign that promised a meld of karate, boxing, and wrestling, combat fans were enticed to witness something most of North America had only seen in high schoo...
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IGN interviews Eddie Guerrero - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Eddy Guerrero

Guerrero talks about his injuries, Art Barr, his dream match and becoming "Latino Heat!"

May 29, 2000

IGN Scoops held an internet chat session with Eddy Guerrero at Pillman Show 2000.

Q: Anyone on the current WWF roster that you're looking forward to having a match with?

Guerrero: You know, I just had a match with Davey Boy. And we had a good match! Hopefully they'll do something with us because he can still go. It was a pleasure working with him. As far as other guys, I'...
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IGN interviews Eddie Guerrero - April 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Eddy Guerrero

Eddy talks about his jump to the WWF and his new "Latino Heat" character!

April 24, 2000

IGN's Mike Tavares caught up with WWF European Champion Eddy Guerrero at the Gary Albright special indy show last week. A topic of controversy as of late has been Guerrero's character portraying a stereotypical new-age Latino. Here he discusses his feelings on that situation, his jump to the WWF, his recent elbow injury and more.

Tavares: Can you tell us your thoughts thus far with y...
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IGN interviews Danny Doring & Roadkill - June 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Danny Doring & Roadkill

IGN Wrestling's first dual text-audio feature - get your chickens ready for these ECW stars!

June 7, 2000

Danny Doring and Roadkill are two of the most outstanding young stars coming up the ranks in ECW today. Although they started their career as heels, the charismatic "Dastardly One" and 300lb chicken-lover hit a cord somewhere in the fans and have seen their popularity rise tremendously in the last few months. They continue to rise in the ring also; now emb...
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IGN interviews Dean Malenko - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Dean Malenko

Malenko talks about sports entertainment vs. wrestling, and his transition between the WWF and WCW

May 30, 2000

IGN Scoops held an internet chat session with Dean Malenko at Pillman Show 2000.

Q: If there was any advice you could have given yourself before you began your career, what would it be?

Malenko: Why the hell did you choose wrestling? No, to be honest nothing really. I've done everything I've wanted to do. My goal from the get-go was…I think I'm a little differe...
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IGN interviews Diamond Dallas Page - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 
 Interview: Diamond Dallas Page

DDP talks with IGN about the Triple Cage at Slamboree, Owen Hart, and Jeff Jarrett!

May 4, 2000

Interview - DDP on SLAMBOREE
by Al Isaacs
IGN Scoops Feature - 05/04/00

On May 7, 2000 WCW presents SLAMBOREE from the Kemper Arena in Kansas City. The main event is a 3-way dance for the World Title between current champion David Arquette, Jeff Jarrett, and Diamond Dallas Page. The match will be held in a three-story high triple steel cage, developed for the Warner Brothe...
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IGN interviews Diamond Dallas Page - January 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WCW Interviews 
 Interview: Diamond Dallas Page

Two time WCW champ DDP shoots the breeze with IGN on his life, career and backstage gossip.

January 13, 2000

Out of all the times I’ve ever called Page, he has never been "taking a break." Without exception, he has just gotten back from somewhere, he’s on his way to somewhere, he’s got three calls going at once or he’s in a cell phone half way between a gym and an arena. In the time since he won two world championships last spring, his career has lacked di...
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IGN interviews Don 'Cyrus' Callis - June 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Cyrus

ECW's top heel tells IGN Wrestling what makes him so evil

June 2, 2000

Cyrus is one of the top names in ECW right now; as head of the evil TNN "Network" (or so the storylines say), he has been a thorn in the side of all ECW's top fan favorites, from Rob Van Dam to The Sandman. Since entering ECW after spending time in the WWF as "The Jackyl," leader of the "Truth Commission," he has succeeded in getting his dastardly character and sly interview skills over with the fans, becomi...
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IGN interviews Chris Jericho - April 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Chris Jericho

IGN Wrestling catches up with Y2J to chat about his world title victory!

April 20, 2000

It’s been a hell of a week for one Chris Jericho. On Monday night, he won the his first world title, beating Triple H on Raw Is War. On Tuesday, he defeated the biggest star in pro-wrestling, The Rock, at the Smackdown tapings. On Wednesday, he defeated Eddy Guerrero at a special show to celebrate the life of Gary Albright. After a few days like this, what more can he possibly do? ...
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IGN interviews Chris Benoit - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : WWF/WWE Interviews 
 Interview: Chris Benoit

Benoit talks about wrestling, Iron Man matches and some of the differences between the WWF and WCW.

May 26, 2000

IGN Scoops held an internet chat session with Chris Benoit at Pillman Show 2000.

Q: Since making your move to the WWF, have you spoken with Bret Hart? He didn't have a good reaction when his own brother-in-law (Davey Boy Smith) went back, and I was wondering if he had any reaction seeing as the two of you were so close in WCW.

Benoit: I spoke to him a number of ...
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IGN interviews Big Dick Dudley - July 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
 Interview: Big Dick Dudley

The current XPW mainstay shoots on ECW, and talks about almost going to the WWF before the Dudleys.

July 11, 2000

At a World Xtreme Wrestling show in Phillipsburg, NJ on July 8th; I had the opportunity to sit down with Big Dick Dudley and chat with him on a variety of subjects. In this interview, he shoots on Paul Heyman, and tells the story of XPW. He was very professional, and it was a pleasure to chat with him.

Josh Pontrelli: IGNwrestling.com here with Big Dick Dud...
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IGN interviews 2 Cold Scorpio - May 2000

Posted by admin admin on Saturday, May 25, 2013, In : ECW Interviews 
Interview: 2 Cold Scorpio

He’s been a WWF star, a WCW star and an ECW star – what’s this talented high-flyer up to now?

May 1, 2000

2 Cold Scorpio is perhaps best known as a tag team specialist. The high flying sensation held WCW World Tag Team Titles with Marcus Bagwell, and formed exciting duos with the likes of Faarooq, Terry Funk, and Bob Holly in the WWF. However, he also proved himself to be a stellar singles wrestler in ECW, holding the Television Title. The superb work he did as a ...
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