The Outdated Wrestling Hour With Bob Smith

Here, There, & Everywhere: Classic Pro Wrestling Vagabonds!

The Podcast: Now in it's fourth season, The Outdated Wrestling Hour Podcast With Bob Smith (former managing editor of Pro Wrestling Illustrated magazine) brings veteran fans just what they crave - fond looks back at the good guys and bad guys that masw mat action so exciting from the 1950s through today. On this episode, co-cost Joe Puccio and Smith take a look at where much of the WWE's classic wrestling video catalog is winding up, and comment on a WWE revival that old-time fans seem to have no taste for.The Guest: Mike Leotis of Wrestler Weekly joins Smith for a conversation about top wrestling stars of the past who never stayed in the same organization for long. From Bruiser Brody to Ernie Ladd to Mark Lewin, it's a look back at a time when mat variety was the spice that made wrestling savory! Join us for something old that's always fresh: The Outdated Wrestling Hour!Support the showContact us at outdatedwrestling@gmail.com!

Welcome 2026 - With Magazine Legend Tom Burke!

Happy New Year from everyone at The Outdated Wrestling Hour featuring host Bob Smith (former Pro Wrestling Illustrated managing editor) and co-host Joe Puccio! On this first edition of 2026, the special guest is Tom Burke - who is the writer and editor that introduced so many fans to pro wrestling through his magazines in decades gone by. In addition, Bob and Joe talk about their pasts reading magazines; Bob's years where he helped shoot photos when he really shouldn't have been for PWI; and William Regal's recent important statement on social media. It's the first episode of the fourth year of The Outdated Wrestling Hour - nostalgia with a difference!Support the showContact us at outdatedwrestling@gmail.com!

The Oudated Holidays Show - With Joe Puccio & Steve Gennarelli!

The Outdated Wrestling Hour With Bob Smith podcast ends its third year on the charts with a special holidays-themed episode - and that means both Christmas and New Year's Day. Smith (former managind editor of Pro Wrestling Illustrated) welcomes back his co-host, Joe Puccio, and both reveal their "wish lists" about what they'd like pro wrestling's future to look like. The fun begins with Steve Gennarelli (Stick To Wrestling With John McAdam), who also offers his thoughts on 2025 with a look back at things that happened in wrestling history. It's a look back at the past and big hopes for wrestling's future at the same time - it's the new edition of The Outdated Wrestling Hour!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showContact us at outdatedwrestling@gmail.com!

Wrestling Podcasting & More: Meet Lou Kipilman!

The newest espisode of The Outdated Wrestling Hour podcast features a look deep inside podcasting with a longtime behind the scenes professional: Sound maven Lou Kipilman has been a vital part of mat shows for years, and a behind the scenes force behind some of the finest-sounding wrestling podcasts today. Join host Bob Smith (former managing editor of Pro Wrestling Illustrated) and co-host Joe Puccio for a unique show about what it's like to be concerned with great sound in an industry where great sound isn't a luxury - it's a neccessity. Also: Smith and Puccio discussi the contrversial John Cena versus Gunther match, the classic movies of Rob Reiner, and much more on the nostagia wrestling podcast that's always packed with info and fun.Support the showContact us at outdatedwrestling@gmail.com!

They Shoulda Been World Champs - With Jammie Ward!

The Podcast: The Outdated Wrestling Hour With Bob Smith (the former managing editor of Pro Wrestling Illustrated) forges into its fourth season with shows looking back with fondness and gratitude for old school pro wrestling and stars - you know, the kind they just don't make any more. Co-host Joe Puccio brings a slightly younger perspective to the proceedings, but all in all nostalgia rules the roost.The Guest: Podcaster Jammie Ward (The Othership podcast) guests for a special episode where he and Smith talk about some truly great pro wrestliers - all of whom, for some reason, never garnered a World championship in the AWA, NWA, or WWWF. Go back in time with great mat action and even better vibes!Support the showContact us at outdatedwrestling@gmail.com!