Ricky Jackson

I really think Bryan is at a point where he can't become "just another face on the roster", unless they were to job him out to everybody, have him wrestle in the curtain jerker for every PPV and give him no angles month after month. I agree him winning the title would be a great way to end Mania, but I don't think it would be the end of the world if he doesn't.

Just watched Shield vs Wyatts and Zayn vs Cesaro last night and both were fantastic. Shield vs Wyatts in particular is bordering on all-time great IMO. And what a hot crowd for that one! Just a freakin awesome match. Things are very interesting right now. Fresh talent, tons of good and great matches, the whole crowd rebellion and Bryan thing going on, etc. I thought the last Raw was dull, but overall the positives far outweigh the negatives right now. And they haven't "screwed up" Bryan's push. Bryan is as over as anyone in the last decade. It really doesn't matter if he has the title. In fact, I think the best thing for him is the role of guy who keeps getting screwed over, because each injustice makes him more popular. He's actually better off without the title.

Thank you, Brad. I'm glad someone remembers my Kamata bio WHERE I MENTIONED HIM BEATING BABA FOR THE PWF TITLE. I remember Parv even remarking, "really, he beat Baba?" or something like that.

Awesome find, Muracofan! Just added it to the Titans TV Japan playlist. Here's one I stumbled upon a few days ago---Kamata vs Giant Baba: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoIAShmGBYc&list=PLV6RCTo_Cd0C3Hg8NEeKyXYP5bZaU6RBI&index=16

http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCS2YuKB3mMDfKDImRq01wA Welcome to Titans TV! Are you expecting all the matches we've discussed on the show to be available for free? Ha ha, no. But we can offer you the next best thing! Hours upon hours of wrestling from around the world and throughout the ages, all conveniently available at your fingertips! Forget about subscribing to a "network", Titans TV has you covered!!!!!!! Check out the playlist section for footage from the amazing territories of yesteryear, including: -New York (watch SOME of the matches discussed on the hit podcast Titans of Wrestling , you freeloaders) -Georgia -St. Louis -Florida -World Class -AWA -Los Angeles -San Francisco -Memphis -Continental -Calgary -Portland -Plus footage from around the world--Mexico, Japan, England, Puerto Rico--and throughout the ages--as far back as 1895! Also, ALL the matches discussed on episodes #7, 15, and 19. Plus a first look at the matches and angles that will be discussed on Episode #23, Continental Wrestling from the 80s! Lastly, check out other playlists, featuring: -Titans of Wrestling: The Soundtrack -Titans favorites Dominic F'N DeNucci and The Baron -Bonus Features: an assortment of supplemental bits to enhance the Titans experience -Titans Bios: Your favorite wrestler biographies, now in video form! (and one already blocked by WWE on copyright grounds!) Fans of professional wrestling rejoice! Titans TV is here!

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They brought back the comments option on the Torch site? My God, 5-6 years ago that was the most vile slum in the online wrestling universe.

Cawthon: WWF @ Springfield, MA - Civic Center - November 2, 1986 Butch Reed defeated Outback Jack WWF @ Kissimmee, FL - Tupperware Convention Center - May 15, 1988 Outback Jack vs. Greg Valentine

Did you guys sleep through his very public meltdown on this board or something? Anyway, this is what happened to James, approximately

Ha, I remember going into a video store in 1997 or so and seeing the video for Wrestlemania 11. Shawn Michaels vs Diesel as the main event? Jeez, shit has really gone downhill... I watched wrestling during most of the Dark Ages of 92-96, but after that crap Mania I tuned out for a good 6-7 months.

Who plays Burt Reynolds?

More obvious now.

That's cool Matt.

Just don't judge the show after episode 1. It gets better...way better.

I'm totally open about my fandom. I dunno, but to me it's just wrestling. Who cares if I like it or not? Most people I know don't give a shit about wrestling, but they could really care less if I like it or not. I don't care if they like crappy music or movies or reality TV. It's never affected my relationships with anyone. Well, I'm sure my wife thinks I waste too much time on it and I have occasionally pissed her off with PWO and doing podcasts, but whatever. She still loves me.

Thanks for listening Matt. I've really become interested in the whole Larry falling out with WWF story since doing this show and your info on Bruno and him attempting a power play is intriguing. Personally, I also think Larry realized he was in a tough spot as a rulebreaker who had a big run on top and knew that in New York there was nowhere to go but down at that point. I think he really needed to move on at that point and try out the other territories, because getting a long run with the belt seems to me to have been an unrealistic goal. I wonder if he was somewhat blacklisted after falling out with Vince Sr, because between 81 and 83 (when he shows up in Georgia) the only results I can find for him are two tours of All Japan and matches for that short lived IWF group in 82 I believe Bruno put together in the Northeast. The four of us have meshed really well together, pretty much from day one. It's been great. We each bring something different to the table. It is so interesting to get together with the others and every time the mix of personalities shapes each show in a way that can never be planned beforehand. My ideal for the show, and I think the others would agree, is that we have put together something entertaining that can stand alone and one doesn't need to see the footage to enjoy it. Although it would be great if everybody could watch the footage along with us. I also know that this era of WWF and pro wrestling in general doesn't appeal to a lot of folks, even around here. We are all having a ton of fun doing this and that shines through. Larry's match with Bob was really good and you should definitely track it down Matt. Unfortunately it isn't on the streaming sites. But in addition to the tag match, the other two are, so everyone can check them out. Dom/Baron is the anti-workrate masterpiece of all time. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kenn3oWuGbU&list=PLdj3IsWCiknfys_9lGDSs2AEerJjhSxIN&index=35 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xkm70k_SqNk&list=PLV6RCTo_Cd0BQW_rYxZ3Mc9AWavMIMEf_&index=7

Hilarious reviews Sleeze.

I prefer to remember classic young, snarky and mulleted Dave.

Yep. Little remembered early-80s face run.

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