171. Smoky Mountain Wrestling 07-29-1995 (”My own worst enemy”)

This episode ends up finding inspiration in an unlikely place: the dying days of Smoky Mountain Wrestling with the July 29, 1995 edition of their weekly TV! - Buddy Landel goes out of character to talk about his struggles with drugs and alcohol and reminds us of the power of redemption - The bizarre incident with Ricky Morton and Tracy Smothers involving wives, girlfriends, and police - Round 1 of the intertwined lives of Glen Jacobs (Unabom) and Mark Calaway (Undertaker) - The inherent value of a place like Smoky Mountain Wrestling for the WWF and WCW - Shawn Michaels: a cruel man, but fair? - SMW ticket promotions that someone should bring back - The Catch-22 of balancing legends and young stars in a smaller promotion like SMW - Actions taken to avoid social media during trying times - Thoughts on careful use of loaded terms in the English language Email: Greetingsfromallentown@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/GFAllentownPod