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Episode 506: BRADSHAW 3:16

Today's episode comes to you from the Blue Chew studio. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code Wrestle at http://BlueChew.com  On this LIVE edition of Something To Wrestle, John "Bradshaw" Layfield and host Conrad Thompson crack open a few cold ones and dive deep into the legend of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin! 🍺🔥 JBL shares personal stories from his long friendship with Austin, the early days on the road, and why he proudly claims he deserves full credit for the birth of the legendary Austin 3:16 phenomenon. From behind the scenes locker room moments to the explosion of the Attitude Era, John pulls back the curtain on what made Steve Austin one of the biggest stars in wrestling history. Then the guys welcome Tony Giese from Heritage Auctions to the show to talk about some incredible Stone Cold Steve Austin memorabilia. Whether you're sitting on a hidden treasure from the wrestling boom years or just curious about the exploding world of wrestling collectibles, They explains how fans and collectors can get in on the action. And that's not all, JBL officially debuts his brand-new comedy podcast, Curtain Jerkers, giving listeners a hilarious sneak peek with some outrageous behind-the-scenes stories from the wrestling business that you probably weren't supposed to hear! 🤣 MORGAN & MORGAN - Morgan & Morgan is America's Largest Injury Law Firm Morgan & Morgan is giving one lucky fan the chance to win $2,000 and 2x tickets to WrestleMania 42 on April 18th & 19th in Las Vegas! To enter, all you need to do is text 'HEAT42' to 4-THE-PEOPLE (484-373-6753) and follow the prompts in your text message. For The People. For The Fans. BETTER WILD - Right now, Betterwild is offering our listeners up to 40% off your order at betterwild.com/WRESTLE CHIME - Chime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding way to bank. Join the millions who are already banking fee free today. It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to Chime.com/WRESTLE. MARS MEN - Get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at http://Mengotomars.com  BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code WRESTLE at http://BlueChew.com  SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

Episode 505: The Great American Bash 2008 REMIX

Today's episode comes to you from the Blue Chew studio. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code Wrestle at http://BlueChew.com  On this episode of Something To Wrestle, Bruce Prichard and Conrad Thompson pull back the curtain on the chaos, controversy, and creative decisions surrounding The Great American Bash 2008. Bruce dives deep into the backstage environment at WWE during this time and explains the reasoning behind one of the most talked-about moves in wrestling broadcasting the decision to remove Jim Ross from Monday Night RAW. What really led to that call, and how did JR handle it behind the scenes? The guys also break down the creation of McMahon's Million Dollar Mania, the fan interactive concept that had Vince McMahon giving away real cash on live television. How did the idea come together? What was happening internally at WWE that made this the direction they went? And what was the reaction from the locker room and production team when the boss started dialing random fans during RAW? Plus, Bruce shares his candid thoughts on how much influence talent should have in developing their own storylines, the balance between creative direction and performer input, and what worked and didn't during this unique period in WWE history. If you love hearing the real stories behind the decisions that shaped WWE television, this episode is absolutely loaded with insight, humor, and behind the scenes perspective. There's a lot of meat on this bone, and Bruce isn't holding back on this jam packed edition of Something To Wrestle. COAST - Coast Pay is offering our listeners free gas for a day when you get started at http://coastpay.com/WRESTLE . Disclaimer: The Coast Visa® Commercial Credit card is issued by Celtic Bank. All card accounts subject to credit approval. MORGAN & MORGAN - Morgan & Morgan is America's Largest Injury Law Firm Morgan & Morgan is giving one lucky fan the chance to win $2,000 and 2x tickets to WrestleMania 42 on April 18th & 19th in Las Vegas! To enter, all you need to do is text 'HEAT42' to 4-THE-PEOPLE (484-373-6753) and follow the prompts in your text message. For The People. For The Fans. POLICYGENIUS - Head to http://policygenius.com/WRESTLE  to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save.  CHIME - Chime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding way to bank. Join the millions who are already banking fee free today. It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to Chime.com/WRESTLE. JCW LUNACY - Juggalo Championship Wrestling drops BRAND NEW episodes of Lunacy every Thursday at 7pm ET exclusively on their YouTube channel http://youtube.com/@psychopathic_records check it out! BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code WRESTLE at http://BlueChew.com   QUINCE - Layer up this fall with pieces that feel as good as they look. Go to http://Quince.com/WRESTLE  for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

Episode 504: Revenge Of The Taker REMIX

Today's episode comes to you from the Blue Chew studio. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code Wrestle at http://BlueChew.com  On this REMIX episode of Something to Wrestle, Bruce Prichard and host Conrad Thompson travel back to 1997 to break down one of the most chaotic stops in the Attitude Era's early days In Your House 14: Revenge of the 'Taker. Bruce pulls back the curtain on the wild main event between The Undertaker and Mankind for the WWE Championship, including the shocking interference from Stone Cold Steve Austin that helped reshape the company's direction heading into the summer of 1997. The guys also discuss the rise of the edgy new WWF product, the growing tension between Austin and the establishment, and how characters like Bret Hart, Vader, and Rocky Maivia were fitting into a locker room that was rapidly evolving. MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code STW at http://shopmando.com  ! #mandopod BLUECHEW - Today's episode comes to you from the Blue Chew studio. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code Wrestle at http://BlueChew.com  FACTOR - Head to http://FactorMeals.com/wrestle50off  and use code wrestle5Ooff to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. DRIP DROP - Go to http://www.dripdrop.com  and use promo code WRESTLE for 20% off. SOUL - Make today a good day, and get yourself some Soul gummies. Right now, Soul is offering my audience 30% off your entire order! Go to http://GetSoul.com  and use the code WRESTLE. POLICYGENIUS - Head to http://policygenius.com/WRESTLE  to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.  

Episode 503: Bruce's Mail Bag REMIX

On this episode of Something to Wrestle, Bruce Prichard turns the mic over to YOU as he answers listener questions from around the wrestling world! Host Conrad Thompson fires off everything from backstage controversies and creative decisions to talent relations, pay-per-view politics, and the moments fans still debate decades later. Nothing is off limits. Bruce shares candid stories from his time inside WWE, clears up long standing rumors, and offers perspective only someone in the room can provide. Expect laughs, strong opinions, and the occasional bombshell as Bruce tackles your toughest questions head on. Unfiltered. Unscripted. Unapologetic. This is Something to Wrestle and anything can happen. CHIME - Chime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding way to bank. Join the millions who are already banking fee free today. It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to Chime.com/WRESTLE. DRIP DROP - Go to http://www.dripdrop.com  and use promo code WRESTLE for 20% off. CASH APP - Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/eohggy50 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code WRESTLE at http://BlueChew.com  JCW LUNACY - Juggalo Championship Wrestling drops BRAND NEW episodes of Lunacy every Thursday at 7pm ET exclusively on their YouTube channel http://youtube.com/@psychopathic_records check it out! POLICYGENIUS - Head to http://policygenius.com/WRESTLE  to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. BETTER WILD - Right now, Betterwild is offering our listeners up to 40% off your order at betterwild.com/WRESTLE SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

Episode 502: No Way Out 2006

On this episode of Something to Wrestle, Bruce Prichard and Conrad Thompson dive headfirst into No Way Out 2006, a pivotal stop on the road to WrestleMania 22. From the brutal main event between Kurt Angle and The Undertaker to the emotional and career defining performance of Rey Mysterio, the guys peel back the curtain on one of WWE's most underrated PPVs. Bruce shares behind the scenes insight on creative decisions, locker room dynamics, and what really went into shaping the SmackDown brand at the time. They also break down Randy Orton's controversial storyline, the fallout from Eddie Guerrero's passing, and how No Way Out 2006 set the tone for multiple WrestleMania moments to come. Honest, unfiltered, and packed with insider details this is Something to Wrestle at its absolute best. MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code STW at http://shopmando.com ! #mandopod POLICYGENIUS - Head to http://policygenius.com/WRESTLE  to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code WRESTLE at http://BlueChew.com  MARS MEN - Get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at http://Mengotomars.com  BETTER WILD - Right now, Betterwild is offering our listeners up to 40% off your order at betterwild.com/WRESTLE CASH APP - Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/eohggy50 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. SAVE WITH CONRAD -  Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.